Qureos Mentor

Health First

<div>Job Requirements 
 
POSITION SUMMARY
The Respiratory Therapist performs clinical respiratory care techniques in the adult and neonatal critical
care areas. The Respiratory Therapist operates in all respiratory care modalities, making judgment
decisions, and provides recommendations to licensed practitioners in regard to respiratory care
modalities. The Respiratory Therapist evaluates these techniques and reports their findings to the
licensed practitioner.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Initiates and manages invasive and non-invasive ventilation per physicians' orders, including
troubleshooting and discontinuation including BiPAP, CPAP, and all modes of mechanical
ventilation.
2. Documents care according to Health First policies and procedures, via random check(s),
completing shift duties and other assigned tasks in a timely manner, while Maintains
confidentiality in all dealings with patients and Associates.
3. Provides exact procedure to correct patient by checking two patient identifiers, and charges
appropriately for care provided.
4. Maintains equipment in good working order and troubleshoots when necessary; reports all
malfunctioning equipment to appropriate area with detailed documentation of problem.
5. Completes documentation, including patient care, interdisciplinary Plan of Care, patient
education, and charges appropriately for care provided.
6. Delivers report to oncoming shift on all patients regarding procedures, assuring completion of
workload.
7. Removes only one patient's medication at a time from Pyxis system, and uses Pyxis med slip to
appropriately identify two patient identifiers.
8. Reads back and verifies all verbal and telephone orders, reports patient information to the
appropriate Associate in a timely manner, following established approach for reporting including
an opportunity to ask and respond to questions.
9. Responds to STAT calls within appropriate time frame with proper equipment.
10. Follows proper infection control procedures for care provided, and proper hand washing
technique.
11. Communicates effectively to educate patients, family and staff on Respiratory Care procedures,
while participating in patient experience initiatives. 
12. Participates in department education, committees, or skills fairs as required by leadership 
Work Experience 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Education: Associate&rsquo;s degree in Health Sciences, or a relevant field.</li><li>Work Experience: None</li><li>Licensure: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensure in the State of Florida.</li><li>Certification:</li></ul>
o Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board of
Respiratory Care (NBRC) prior to start date and maintained.
o American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider
Completion Card prior to start date and maintained.
o American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA ACLS) Healthcare
Provider Completion Card within ninety (90) days of start date and maintained.
o If in Hospital Environment: American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life
Support (AHA PALS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card within ninety (90) days of
start date and maintained.<ul><li>Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:</li></ul>
o Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
o Must have good organizational and prioritizing skills.
o Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
o Must be able to prioritize and have excellent organizational ability.
o Ability to make decisions concerning appropriate therapy and patient care.
o Ability to rapidly respond to life threatening situations.
o Keeps abreast of issues regarding departmental changes, and new modalities in the
field of Respiratory Care.
o Ability to be self-motivated and self-disciplined and able to work independently.
o Ability to perform acute and intensive care functions for the adult/pediatric patient.
o Demonstrate ability to interpret CXR for ETT, Pulmonary Artery, and IABP catheter
placement, as well as the ability to interpret basic cardiac/pulmonary complications.
o Demonstrates ability to initiate Heliox therapy. Understands indications,
contraindications, and complications.
o Demonstrate knowledge and ability to perform emergent intubation, elective oral and
nasal intubations.
o Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform arterial line insertions.
o Ability to initiate, troubleshoot, and manage IABP modalities.
o Proficiency in SVO2 monitoring and calibrations.
o Ability to pull IABP catheters according to policy (if applicable).
o Ability to perform bedside pulmonary function testing.
o Ability to observe and interpret hemodynamic monitoring and cardiac arrhythmias.
o Ability to auscultate and assess breath sounds.
o Additional skill checks and competency may include ECG.
o Must have ability to attend staff meetings and in-services as required; reads and signs
off on all staff meeting minutes needed.
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o Demonstrates good stewardship of all hospital equipment and supplies.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or</li></ul>
crouching majority of the shift.<ul><li>Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or</li></ul>
without assistance.<ul><li>May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments</li></ul>
including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead.<ul><li>May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to</li></ul>
90% of the assigned shift.<ul><li>May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures,</li></ul>
air contamination, dirt, grease, or water.<ul><li>May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following</li></ul>
OSHA and CDC guidelines.<ul><li>May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of</li></ul>
materials.<ul><li>May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work position.</li><li>Communicating with others to exchange information.</li><li>Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.</li><li>Workspace may vary from open to confined.</li><li>May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of</li><li>
personal vehicle</li></ul> 

Benefits 
 
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST 
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.</div>

Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

<div>Job Requirements 
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
The RN Case Manager is fully engaged in providing quality/no harm, customer service and stewardship by utilizing advanced clinical skills in the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of patient care in accordance with Federal Conditions of Participation, State of Florida regulations, and The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation standards. The RN Case Manager uses sound clinical judgment, working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, patient, family, and significant support personnel to achieve optimal clinical outcomes through effective utilization of resources and discharge planning for all hospital admissions. 
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES<ul><li>
Initiates care transition at time of admission, developing and revising individualized discharge plans (as indicated by assessment/reassessment and response to treatment) to meet patient needs during their hospital stay, manage their length of stay, promote efficient utilization of resources, and plan for a safe discharge.</li><li>
Identifies at-risk populations using approved screening tool and following established referral processes for safe transition to next level care to prevent readmission.</li><li>
Practices autonomously, consistent with evidence-based standards.</li><li>
Serves as a case management resource expert for compliance with Medicare IM letter, 3008, 1823 PASSR, and DCF mandatory legal reporting, etc.</li><li>
Works with the Utilization Department, Physician Advisors, Hospitalists, Emergency and other physicians to ensure appropriate, cost-effective care with the best patient outcomes.</li><li>
Proactively identifies and either resolves or escalates delays and obstacles to discharge.</li><li>
Identifies reimbursement factors influencing choice of post-hospital providers and obtains authorizations as required, either directly or in collaboration with the payer&rsquo;s case manager.</li><li>
Evaluates overall patient daily plan for effectiveness and involves patient and family in formulating plan goals.</li><li>
Works collaboratively and maintains active communication with physicians, nursing, physician advisor, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to effect timely, appropriate patient resource management and patient transition.</li><li>
Demonstrates professional accountability through supporting patient&rsquo;s rights, informed consents and advanced directives.</li><li>
Initiates appropriate referrals to ethics committee, clinical social worker, risk management or legal services as appropriate.</li></ul> 

Work Experience 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Education: Associate Degree in Nursing</li><li>
Licensure: Current, valid State of Florida RN license or endorsement.</li><li>
Certification: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Completion Card upon hire and maintained.</li><li>
Work Experience: At least three (3) years of clinical experience in an acute care hospital.</li><li>
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:</li></ul><ul><li>
Strong analytical, data management and computer skills.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated critical thinking in resolving or escalating barriers.</li><li>
Ability to work autonomously and prioritize multiple tasks and role components.</li><li>
Ability to exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payers, patients and their families.</li><li>
Flexibility to meet needs in sometimes high demand and stressful situations.</li></ul> 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Education: BSN or Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in related field.</li><li>
Certification: CCM or ACM.</li><li>
Work Experience: Case Management experience in a acute care hospital.</li><li>
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:</li></ul><ul><li>
Knowledge of care transitions, utilization management, case management, performance improvement and managed care reimbursement.</li><li>
Comprehensive knowledge of continuum-of-care post-acute community resources.</li></ul>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Sedentary)<ul><li>
Majority of time involves sitting or standing; occasional walking, bending, stooping.</li><li>
Long periods of computer time or at workstation.</li><li>
Light work that may include lifting or moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without assistance.</li><li>
May be exposed to inside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting and/or low to moderate noise.</li><li>
Communicating with others to exchange information.</li><li>
Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.</li><li>
Workspace may vary from open to confined.</li><li>
May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
 
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. 
Schedule : Full-Time 
 
Shift Times : 800am430pm 
<div>
Paygrade : PG-39</div></div>

RN Case Manager - Case Management

<div>Job Requirements 
 
POSITION SUMMARY
To be fully engaged in providing uncompromised safe and quality care to the surgical patient. The Surgical Anesthesia Technician assists the anesthesia team with airway maintenance, hemodynamic monitoring, and emergency procedures. and nursing with the care of the surgical patient under the supervision of the Assistant Nurse Manager. The Surgical Anesthesia Technician will also be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of patients and equipment. 
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES<ul><li>
Assembles and assists with specific equipment used by surgical staff or anesthesia providers.</li><li>
Performs daily performance checks on anesthesia machines and disinfects anesthesia equipment as needed.</li><li>
Completes daily stocking assignments.</li><li>
Assists with cleaning and surgical room turnover in a safe and efficient manner.</li><li>
Maintains immediate availability to assist in routine and emergency procedures.</li><li>
Anticipates needs of clinical team to include the need for invasive monitoring and to provide efficient support.</li><li>
Assists with patient positioning and other appropriate duties as assigned by management.</li><li>
Personally facilitates the safe, efficient, and expedited movement of patients to and from surgical services via stretchers, wheelchairs, beds, and cribs; ensures all patient&rsquo;s belongings, paperwork, labs, and equipment accompany them to their destination.</li><li>
Applies Tele Pak Monitor on patient when required, follows process for ensuring patient rhythm is visible and verifies with monitor tech.</li><li>
Cleans stretcher and wheelchair after each patient transport with hospital approved germicidal product.</li><li>
Monitors patient while enroute and responds immediately and appropriately should patient require emergent assistance.</li></ul> 

Work Experience 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.</li><li>
Certification: Must hold current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.</li><li>
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:</li></ul><ul><li>
Exceptional organizational skills with ability to anticipate needs and perform multiple tasks.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal communication skills to establish good rapport with surgeons, patients and associates.</li><li>
Ability to travel to all facilities as required.</li><li>
Ability to flex schedule to meet department needs.</li><li>
Ability to work effectively in a stressful, fast paced environment.</li><li>
Ability to transport patients using stretcher, wheelchair, and other conveyances.</li></ul>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Work Experience: Previous surgical or operating room experience or previous anesthesia technician experience.</li><li> 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Medium</li><li>
Physically agile; may require walking, standing running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing or crouching frequently.</li><li>
Medium work that may include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, with or without assistance.</li><li>
May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or over head.</li><li>
May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift.</li><li>
May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting and/or low to loud noise.</li><li>
May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC Guidelines.</li><li>
Communicating with others to exchange information.</li><li>
Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.</li><li>
Workspace may vary from open to confined.</li><li>
May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
 
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST 
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. 
Schedule : Full-Time 
 
Shift Times : 700am_500pm 
<div>
Paygrade : PG-27</div></div>

Surgical Anesthesia Technician - Operating Room

<div>Job Requirements 
 
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Managed Care Contracting Specialist is responsible for the implementation, monitoring, and ongoing administration of managed care payer contracts. The Senior Managed Care Contracting Specialist provides proactive leadership for managed care operations and Joint Operating Committees (JOCs) while supporting contract performance, education, and service excellence across Health First&rsquo;s Managed Care relationships. The Senior Managed Care Contracting Specialist&rsquo;s responsibilities include constructing and educating on negotiated contract terms, ensuring accurate implementation of reimbursement rates, and necessary operational changes, while providing project leadership, and supporting internal and external managed care stakeholders. 
The Senior Managed Care Contracting Specialist supports employed and community providers, associates, hospitals, payers, employers and patients. The Senior Managed Care Contracting Specialist partners with contracted payers and related entities to resolve issues, promote compliance, support seamless implementation, strengthen education, and drive best-in-class contract performance. The Senior Managed Care Contracting Specialist serves as the liaison and subject matter expert for managed care JOCs and contract databases. 
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
<ul><li>Interprets contract language and ensures contract and reimbursement terms are communicated clearly and implemented accurately in systems and operations.</li><li>
Leads all Managed Care Joint Operating Committees and serves as the subject matter expert and escalation point for complex managed care issues across internal and external departments.</li><li>
Reviews and evaluates payer reimbursement for compliance with contract terms and enforces agreements when discrepancies arise.</li><li>
Maintains all Managed Care contract databases and files.</li><li>
Ensures payer policies are reviewed proactively, escalated to leadership, and analyzed for operational impact before implementation.</li><li>
Supports Health First&rsquo;s managed care contracting by analyzing data and contract terms to recommend market-appropriate rates and compliant, protective language.</li><li>
Aids department leaders with complex projects, task management, and departmental goals.</li><li>
Builds new relationships and maintains existing partnerships with major insurers, provider networks, and federal and state entities.</li><li>
Participates in and recommends policies and procedures that optimize operational workflows and contract performance.</li><li>
Serves as a liaison with internal departments on the Health System&rsquo;s participation status with insurance companies and payers.</li><li>
Assists credentialing and provider enrollment activities as needed.</li></ul> 

Work Experience 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
<ul><li>Education: Any one of the following:</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</li><li>
Current enrollment in Bachelor's degree program</li></ul>
Work Experience in Lieu of Education: 5 years of experience in relevant health
care environments.<ul><li>Work Experience: Any one of the following:</li></ul>
o Two (2) years&rsquo; Managed Care experience with another provider organization OR
o Two (2) years&rsquo; experience in network relations role with an insurance company, OR
o Four (4) years&rsquo; experience in a revenue cycle role including registration, patient
accounts, coding, revenue integrity and other functions that that have exposure to
processing payer related policies.<ul><li>Licensure: None</li><li>Certification: None</li><li>Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:</li></ul>
o Proficient in Microsoft Office &ndash; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.
o Familiar with Epic systems.
o Knowledge of reimbursement methodologies and payment mechanisms
o Strong critical thinking skills, communication and presentation skills, as well as a
professional presence.
o Excellent research ability, excel skills, and quick learner with the ability to apply logic and
common sense to complex problem resolution.
o Ability and initiative to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
o Able to work with multiple stakeholders, at all levels, including internal and external
clients, to ensure exceptional delivery of services.
o Thorough understanding of multiple hospital and professional related services 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 
 
Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree<ul><li> Work Experience:</li></ul>
o Five (5) years&rsquo; Managed Care experience with another provider organization, or in a role
around network relations for an Insurance Company.
o Experience in revenue cycle management focused on analyzing, communicating and
resolving broad issues.<ul><li>Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:</li></ul> 
o High level understanding of multiple Hospital and professional related reimbursement
methodologies and payment mechanisms.
o Expert skill level in Microsoft Office &ndash; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams
o Familiar with using Ntracts contract management.
o Strong critical thinking, verbal and written communication skills, and professionalism.
o Detail oriented and well organized.
o Ability to apply logic and common sense to complex problem resolution.
o Demonstrates initiative, works efficiently, and is committed to accuracy.
o Ability to work on multiple projects, in a fast-paced environment.
o Time management skills with ability to set priorities and reprioritize as needed. 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Majority of time involves sitting or standing; occasional walking, bending, and stooping.</li><li>Long periods of computer time or at workstation.</li><li>Light work that may include lifting or moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without assistance.</li><li>May be exposed to inside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting and/or low</li></ul>
to moderate noise.<ul><li>Communicating with others to exchange information.</li><li>Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.</li><li>Workspace may vary from open to confined.</li><li>May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of</li></ul>
personal vehicle 
Benefits 
 
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST 
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. 
Schedule : Full-Time 
 
Shift Times : 900am_530pm 
<div>
Paygrade : PG-36</div></div>

Sr. Managed Care Contracting Specialist- Managed Care

<div>Job Requirements 
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
To be fully engaged in providing No Harm / Quality, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by: showing
clinical proficiency in the adult and/or neonatal critical care areas. He/she should have a thorough
understanding of all respiratory care modalities and be capable of making judgment decisions and
recommendations to physicians pertaining to respiratory care modalities. He/she should also be able to
evaluate these techniques and report their findings to the responsible physician. Display ICARE Values
in accordance with the Health First Mission and Vision. 
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 
Quality/No Harm:<ul><li>
Documents care according to policy by random check.</li><li>
Provides correct procedure to correct patient by checking two patient identifiers.</li><li>
Maintains equipment in good working order and troubleshoots when necessary;</li><li>
reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate area/associate with documentation of problem.</li><li>
Maintains a clean, neat, safe work environment at all times.</li><li>
Thorough documentation, including patient care, interdisciplinary Plan of Care, patient education, and charges appropriately for care provided.</li><li>
Completes shift duties and other assigned tasks in a timely manner.</li><li>
Gives report to oncoming shift on all patients and procedures, and assures completion of workload before leaving.</li><li>
Medication safety- removes only one patient's medication at a time from Pyxis system.</li><li>
Patient identification- Uses Pyxis med slip to appropriately identify two patient identifiers.</li><li>
Hand-off communication - reads back/verifies all verbal and telephone orders, reports patient information to the appropriate associate in a timely manner, follows established approach to reporting including an opportunity to ask and respond to questions.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li><li>
Educated to report any safety opportunities to the Health First Safety Portal.</li><li>
Responds to Stat calls within appropriate time frame with proper equipment.</li><li>
Completes shift duties and other assigned tasks on time.</li><li>
Follows proper infection control procedures for care provided, and proper hand washing technique.</li><li>
Initiate and manage invasive and non-invasive ventilation per physicians' orders, including</li><li>
troubleshooting and discontinuation. This includes BiPAP, CPAP, and all modes of mechanical ventilation.</li><li>
Ability to perform acute and intensive care functions for the adult/pediatric patient.</li><li>
Demonstrate ability to interpret CXR for ETT, Pulmonary Artery, and IABP catheter placement, as well as the ability to interpret basic cardiac/pulmonary complications.</li><li>
Demonstrates ability to initiate Heliox therapy. Understands indications, contraindications, and complications.</li><li>
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to perform emergent intubation, elective oral and nasal intubations.</li><li>
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform arterial line insertions.</li><li>
Ability to initiate, troubleshoot, and manage IABP modalities.</li><li>
Proficiency in SVO2 monitoring and calibrations.</li><li>
Ability to pull IABP catheters according to policy. (if applicable)</li><li>
Ability to perform bedside pulmonary function testing.</li><li>
Ability to observe and interpret hemodynamic monitoring and cardiac arrhythmias.</li><li>
Ability to auscultate and assess breath sounds.</li><li>
Additional skill checks and competency may include ECG</li><li>
Participates in department education/committees/skills fairs as needed at managers/directors discretion.</li><li>
</li><li>
Customer Experience:</li><li>
Communicates effectively to educate patients, family and staff on Respiratory Care procedures.</li><li>
Maintains confidentiality in all dealings with patients and staff.</li><li>
Participates in patient experience initiatives.</li><li>
Attend staff meetings/in-services as required. Reads and signs off on all staff meeting</li><li>
minutes as required.</li></ul>
Stewardship:<ul><li>
Charges appropriately for care provided.</li><li>
Be a good steward of all hospital equipment and supplies</li></ul> 

Work Experience 
 
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:<ul><li>
Current license by State of Florida, Department of Health, as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.</li><li>
Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.</li><li>
ACLS and PALS are required within 90 days of start date and maintained.</li><li>
Certification(s) as required by specific unit.</li><li>
Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Must have good organizational and prioritizing skills.</li></ul>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:<ul><li>
Must be able to withstand working up to 12 hour shifts consisting mostly of walking and standing.</li><li>
Must be able to participate in prolonged CPR procedures.</li><li>
Must have visual acuity and hand eye coordination necessary to perform clinical tasks.</li><li>
Ability to bend, stoop and assist lifting of patients as care requires.</li><li>
Must be able to lift 50 pounds and push/pull 100+ pounds.</li><li>
Must be able to move quickly in crowded conditions and work with patients with many lines and machines attached.</li><li>
May be exposed to bio-hazardous waste, dust, aerosolized medication and unknown or communicable disease.</li><li>
Must be able to provide a professional appearance and wear designated uniforms.</li></ul>
MENTAL DEMANDS:<ul><li>
Must be able to work effectively in stressful environments with patients, family members and colleagues.</li><li>
Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Must be able to prioritize and have excellent organizational ability.</li><li>
Ability to make decisions concerning appropriate therapy and patient care.</li><li>
Ability to rapidly respond to life threatening situations.</li><li>
Keeps abreast of issues regarding departmental changes, and new modalities in the field of Respiratory Care.</li><li>
Ability to be self-motivated and self-disciplined and able to work independently.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
 
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST 
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. 
Schedule : Per Diem 
<div>
Paygrade : PG-RT</div></div>

Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem, Variable Shift) – Cape Canaveral Hospital

<div>Job Requirements 
 
Position Summary:
To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship in all job duties. Demonstrate Health First&rsquo;s (HF) i-Care values in all aspects of role. Provide a variety of administrative support to the manager and staff and deliver excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Perform a variety of daily tasks to ensure the department operates effectively and efficiently. May be asked to coordinate projects or participate on a team or committee as needed to support department and/or the organization&rsquo;s goals and initiatives. 
Primary Accountabilities: 
Quality/No Harm:<ul><li>
Perform a variety of administrative duties, including applicable office equipment.</li><li>
Follow department processes and procedures for efficient operation and compliance for department.</li><li>
Prepare internal and external correspondence, including delivery method for timely receipt or distribution.</li><li>
Prepare and complete data input, maintaining logs, spreadsheets, reports and other documents.</li><li>
Maintain confidentiality using Health First policies and guidelines</li><li>
Maintain supply inventory lists; notifying Manager when supplies need to be ordered; verify receipt of supplies and store appropriately.</li><li>
May coordinate with others (internal and external) to assist Manager for accomplishing projects and activities.</li><li>
Assists others with administrative duties, including for being back up when needed.</li><li>
May assist with creating and maintaining files, completing reports, paperwork, logs, as needed.</li><li>
Assist with maintaining a clean work area.</li><li>
Support commitment to continuous quality Improvement and organizational operational effectiveness by identifying way to eliminate low value tasks and procedures.</li><li>
Maintains Policy and Procedure and Safety Manuals.</li></ul>
Stewardship:<ul><li>
Order and maintain adequate office supplies. May maintain documentation of service on equipment and reports all malfunctions of equipment to the appropriate individual.</li><li>
Assist in other areas of the department and facility.</li><li>
Participate in activities as a Health First representative when needed.</li><li>
Remain flexible and adaptable to changes in workflow, processes, etc.</li><li>
Accept additional responsibilities to assist with workload or to facilitate departmental goals/initiatives (i.e., voluntarily works additional hours, assists management with necessary workflow and/process changes, data collection endeavors, etc.).</li><li>
Plan, organize and perform daily work in a productive manner.</li><li>
Perform other duties as requested by leader and personnel</li></ul>
Customer Experience:<ul><li>
Provide general office and reception duties. Greets and assists customers in a timely and courteous manner with a willing and helpful attitude. Answer telephones promptly, courteously and with discretion; respond to phone messages with same approach.</li><li>
Set up appointments or meetings as needed, understanding purpose and need.</li><li>
Assist in setting and preparing for department/staff meetings, including set up, notifying, distributing materials needed and follow up.</li><li>
Maintain department or area calendar of events, postings on department board, and distribution of department information.</li><li>
Provide support for designated special events as dictated by department.</li><li>
Follow Health First's and department policies and procedures.</li><li>
Work well with others.</li></ul> 

Work Experience 
 
Qualifications Required:<ul><li>
Minimum 1 year experience in administrative or clerical role.</li><li>
Time Management.</li><li>
Use office equipment.</li><li>
Use MS Office, Including Outlook, Word and other appropriate software needed by department.</li><li>
Organizational and communication skills.</li></ul> 
Physical Demands:<ul><li>
Sit or stand for long periods.</li><li>
Bend and stoop to perform job.</li><li>
Meet additional demands and lifting requirements as defined by the department.</li><li>
Nosie level varies.</li></ul> 
Mental Demands:<ul><li>
Work and maintain composure in a stressful environment.</li><li>
Perform multiple tasks during a workday.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
 
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working
together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse
voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and
backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As
an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the
communities we serve. 
Schedule : Full-Time 
 
Shift Times : 800am430pm 
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Paygrade : PG-23</div></div>

Department Office Assistant - Hospice Administration

<div>Job Requirements 
 
POSITION SUMMARY
To be fully engaged in modeling the Health First I-CARE Values and providing safe and efficient transportation of patients and equipment within the hospitals. The Clinical Transporter is also responsible for providing superior quality, competitive value and outstanding service through transports of patients in a timely and safe manner, working as a team member to achieve goals and objectives of the department. 
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES<ul><li>
Personally, facilitates the safe, efficient, and expedited movement of patients from area to area via stretchers, wheelchairs, beds, and cribs and expedited movement of patient related items such as belongings, paperwork, labs, and equipment.</li><li>
Assists in the safe transfers of customers (such as: from bed to stretcher or wheelchair). Provides courteous, professional service by always introducing self to patient and explaining mode of transport, wheelchair vs stretcher.</li><li>
Accurately records the transport and reports the necessary information by correctly using the Teletracking.</li><li>
Appropriately utilizes PPE, and follows HIPPA, OSHA, and Health First&rsquo;s Policies and Procedures.</li><li>
Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.</li><li>
Safely operates both stretcher and wheelchair. Reports any issues to Manager. Removes broken or defective equipment immediately.</li><li>
Applies Tele Pak Monitor on patient when required, follows process for ensuring patient rhythm is visible and verifies with monitor tech.</li><li>
Consistently practices appropriate hand washing before and after each patient encounter.</li><li>
Receives and confirms proper discharge paperwork and handoff communication with RN prior to leaving origin and ensures at destination proper handoff is completed per policy.</li><li>
Cleans stretcher and wheelchair after each patient transport with hospital approved germicidal product.</li><li>
Per Diem associates float to different hospital facilities per guidelines.</li><li>
Follows proper Morgue processes to ensure a safe transfer of patient.</li></ul> 

Work Experience 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.</li><li>
Work Experience: Customer Service, preferred.</li><li>
Licensure/Certification: Must hold current American Heart Association BLS healthcare provider completion card and maintain annually with no interruption.</li><li>
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:</li></ul><ul><li>
Excellent Customer Service skills and communication</li><li>
Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.</li><li>
Ability to work effectively in a stressful, fast paced environment.</li><li>
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities with calm and effective response.</li></ul>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>
Must be able to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per shift, up to 12 hours during disaster response.</li><li>
Must be able lift up to forty (40) pounds unassisted.</li><li>
Must be able to transport patients using stretcher, wheelchair, and other conveyances.</li><li>
Must be capable of pushing or pulling weight up to 250 pounds for 75% of a 10 hour shift.</li></ul>
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT/SKILLS CHECKLIST:<ul><li>
Associates must complete within three months of hire and annually.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
 
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST 
At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.</div>

Clinical Transporter - Clinical Transport Svc

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