Qureos Mentor

Independence Health System

<div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>$2,000.00 Sign-On Bonus</b></h4>
<p><b>
Job Summary</b></p>
<p>
The Technical Partner provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care.</li>
<li>Perform and/or assist with patient care needs as directed and assists patient with activities of daily living.</li>
<li>Respond to call lights, inquiries and requests from patients and families in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Collect, document and report ongoing patient care data as directed.</li>
<li>Measure and/or document intake and output, including drainage and obtains daily weights when indicated.</li>
<li>Obtain individual patient care equipment as directed.</li>
<li>Transport patients as directed.</li>
<li>May perform the following skills: obtain vital signs, apply heating pads, set up suction equipment, utilize E cylinders, apply antiembolic hose, aseptic techniques, distribute and maintain sufficient supply of linens, apply Sequential Compression Devices, perform blood glucose testing, perform ostomy care, simple dressing changes, apply telemetry leads, bladder scanning, preventative skin care. Apply pulse oximetry, urinary catheter care, transport blood and blood products from blood bank, perform EKGs, oral pharyngeal suctioning, place patient in CPM machine, prepare and maintain isolation boxes and supplies, declutter patient rooms and storage areas, deliver specimens to lab, crutch measurement and teaching, maintenance of specialty carts, supply inventory and special order supplies, stock warmers with blankets, saline, and water.</li>
<li>Make regular rounds to address patient needs and physical environment - purposeful hourly rounding,</li>
<li>Assist in the educational process to promote and maintain health, foster self-care, and improve outcomes.</li>
<li>Obtain resources as needed.</li>
<li>Report to the RN/LPN information regarding the patient's readiness to learn.</li>
<li>Maintain a collaborative relationship with other health care providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure continuous flow of patient care.</li>
<li>Communicate pertinent information of actual/potential problems to the professional/practical nurse.</li>
<li>Communicate pertinent information at shift reports and during internal and external transfers.</li>
<li>Participate in the unit performance improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer services.</li>
<li>Assist in data collection process as requested.</li>
<li>Recommend modifications for performance improvement.</li>
<li>Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the behaviors inherent to the role of the technical partner.</li>
<li>Demonstrate an ability to solve problems utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.</li>
<li>Maintain accountability for actions taken.</li>
<li>Effectively function as a resource person.</li>
<li>Act as a patient advocate.</li>
<li>Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.</li>
<li>Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.</li>
<li>Assist in the department's compliance with state, Joint Commission, OSHA and other regulatory agencies.</li>
<li>Assist in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys.</li>
<li>Adhere to the infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.</li>
<li>Assist with maintaining sufficient and proper supplies on an assigned unit.</li>
<li>Assist with monitoring sterile supplies for expiration date and replaces as needed.</li>
<li>Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies.</li>
<li>Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.</li>
<li>Assume appropriate code team role during code situations or mock codes.</li>
<li>Respond effectively during emergency situations, including internal and external disasters.</li>
<li>Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and staff.</li>
<li>Complete proper collection, identification, labeling and delivery of specimens (including diagnostic studies) to the appropriate department.</li>
<li>Support limited use of restraints in accordance with established standards and documents according to policies.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.</li>
<li>Sound judgment, problem solving skills, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to follow directions from other team members; works independently assigned duties.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Completion of a Nurse Aide or comparable program (such as EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing student with at least one semester of clinical or prior experience in related field.</li>
<li>Computer skills, Phlebotomy, EKG experience.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required or obtain within orientation period (five (5) days from hire).</li>
<li>Act 33 with renewal.</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal.</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
<b>Supervisory Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Incumbents will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).</li>
<li>Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p>
<p>
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Disclaimer</b></p>
<p>
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Work Environment</b></p>
<p><b>
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Heat</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Cold</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Heights</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Confined Spaces</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mechanical Hazards</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Vibrating Tools</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Vehicle</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Heavy Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Rotates All Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>8 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>10-12 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>On-Call</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Travel Between Sites</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Direct Patient Care</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Respirator Protective Equipment</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Eye Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Head Protection (hard hat)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feet, Toe Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Body Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Latex Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Solvent Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Paint (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Dust (sanding) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ethylene Oxide Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Blood/Body Fluid Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Chemicals (direct use) Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mist Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Wax Stripper (direct use)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Laser Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
</div>
</div><p></p><p><b>Physical Demands</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Bending (Stooping)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Sitting</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Walking</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Stairs</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Ladders</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Standing</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Kneeling</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Squatting (Crouching)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Twisting/Turning</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Keyboard/Computer Operation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Gross Grasp</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Fine Finger Manipulation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand/Arm Coordination</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Seeing Near w/Acuity</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feeling (Sensation)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Color Vision</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Clearly</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Forward</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Floor to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education</b></h4>
Required<ul><li>
HS Diploma or better</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Licenses &amp; Certifications</b></h4>
Required<ul><li>
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT</li></ul>
Preferred<ul><li>
CERT NURS ASSISTANT</li></ul><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

NURSING ASSISTANT/PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - STEP DOWN UNIT

<div><ul><li>Performs history and physicals as designated by the physician.</li>
<li>Identifies normal and abnormal findings and reports to the physician in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Provides preoperative teaching to patients and or families.</li>
<li>Performs patient rounds ensuring accurate assessment, review of labs and diagnostic procedures, and reports overall progress to supervising physician.</li>
<li>Orders appropriate testing per established guidelines and as outlined by supervising physician.</li>
<li>Documentation supports a review of lab/diagnostic results, is reflective of all required history and physical assessment elements.</li>
<li>Communicates with supervising physician in a timely manner regarding changes in the patient's progress, status, or critical test results.</li>
<li>Prepares for and develops discharge planning in conjunction with supervising physician.</li>
<li>Dictates discharge summaries timely and appropriate.</li>
<li>Provides counseling and instruction to patients and or families as appropriate.</li>
<li>Performs clinical responsibilities in a manner that maximizes patient care and outcomes.</li>
<li>Assumes appropriate code team role during emergency situations and responds effectively.</li>
<li>Facilitates timely treatment of abnormal labs or other relevant findings.</li>
<li>Develops workflow patterns to facilitate patient transfers or discharges.</li>
<li>Participates in outcome management and Press Ganey scores.</li>
<li>Evaluates patient's current status providing recommendations for ongoing treatment.</li>
<li>Provides patient/family education regarding medication, rationale for use and possible side effects</li>
<li>Collaborates with the supervising physician and/or substitute supervising physician and members of the treatment team to achieve desired outcomes and to assure continuous flow of patient care.</li>
<li>Alerts the treatment team to any significant changes in the patient's status.</li>
<li>Within prescribed time frames, review treatment goals and objectives with patients.</li>
<li>Communicates pertinent information efficiently to the supervising or substitute supervising physician.</li>
<li>Documents all screenings and assessments performed, including patients mental status.</li>
<li>Records medication changes, prescriptions written and samples provided.</li>
<li>Documents patient's complaints, concerns and questions as appropriate.</li>
<li>Demonstrates leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of a professional APP.</li>
<li>Participates in Performance Improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care, customer service, or practice efficiencies.</li>
<li>Identifies initiatives to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.</li>
<li>Assists in chart review/audits as needed for performance improvement data collection.</li>
<li>Supports initiatives implemented to improve patient outcomes and or efficiencies.</li>
<li>Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and or physician practice policies.</li>
<li>Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.</li>
<li><b>ANCC Acute Care Certification required</b></li>
<li><b>CRNP experience preferred</b></li>
</ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Licenses &amp; Certifications</b></h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
CRNP PRESCRIPTIVE AUTH</li><li>
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT</li><li>
CRNP-LICENSE</li><li>
CRNP-CERT</li></ul><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

NURSE PRACTITIONER IV-HOSPITALSIT GREENSBURG

<div><p><b>This is a set rate position at $21.00/hour.</b></p>
<p><b>
Job Summary</b></p>
<p>
The Technical Partner provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care.</li>
<li>Perform and/or assist with patient care needs as directed and assists patient with activities of daily living.</li>
<li>Respond to call lights, inquiries and requests from patients and families in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Collect, document and report ongoing patient care data as directed.</li>
<li>Measure and/or document intake and output, including drainage and obtains daily weights when indicated.</li>
<li>Obtain individual patient care equipment as directed.</li>
<li>Transport patients as directed.</li>
<li>May perform the following skills: obtain vital signs, apply heating pads, set up suction equipment, utilize E cylinders, apply antiembolic hose, aseptic techniques, distribute and maintain sufficient supply of linens, apply Sequential Compression Devices, perform blood glucose testing, perform ostomy care, simple dressing changes, apply telemetry leads, bladder scanning, preventative skin care. Apply pulse oximetry, urinary catheter care including foley catheter insertion and removal, and straight catheterizations, transport blood and blood products from blood bank, perform EKGs, oral pharyngeal suctioning, place patient in CPM machine, prepare and maintain isolation boxes and supplies, declutter patient rooms and storage areas, deliver specimens to lab, crutch measurement and teaching, maintenance of specialty carts, supply inventory and special order supplies, stock warmers with blankets, saline, and water.</li>
<li>Make regular rounds to address patient needs and physical environment - purposeful hourly rounding,</li>
<li>Assist in the educational process to promote and maintain health, foster self-care, and improve outcomes.</li>
<li>Obtain resources as needed.</li>
<li>Report to the RN/LPN information regarding the patient's readiness to learn.</li>
<li>Maintain a collaborative relationship with other health care providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure continuous flow of patient care.</li>
<li>Communicate pertinent information of actual/potential problems to the professional/practical nurse.</li>
<li>Communicate pertinent information at shift reports and during internal and external transfers.</li>
<li>Participate in the unit performance improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer services.</li>
<li>Assist in data collection process as requested.</li>
<li>Recommend modifications for performance improvement.</li>
<li>Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the behaviors inherent to the role of the technical partner.</li>
<li>Demonstrate an ability to solve problems utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.</li>
<li>Maintain accountability for actions taken.</li>
<li>Effectively function as a resource person.</li>
<li>Act as a patient advocate.</li>
<li>Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.</li>
<li>Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.</li>
<li>Assist in the department's compliance with state, Joint Commission, OSHA and other regulatory agencies.</li>
<li>Assist in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys.</li>
<li>Adhere to the infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.</li>
<li>Assist with maintaining sufficient and proper supplies on an assigned unit.</li>
<li>Assist with monitoring sterile supplies for expiration date and replaces as needed.</li>
<li>Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies.</li>
<li>Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.</li>
<li>Assume appropriate code team role during code situations or mock codes.</li>
<li>Respond effectively during emergency situations, including internal and external disasters.</li>
<li>Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and staff.</li>
<li>Complete proper collection, identification, labeling and delivery of specimens (including diagnostic studies) to the appropriate department.</li>
<li>Support limited use of restraints in accordance with established standards and documents according to policies.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.</li>
<li>Completion of a Nurse Aide or comparable program (such as EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing student with at least one semester of clinical, or EH Technical Partner Training Program) or prior experience in related field.</li>
<li>Sound judgment, problem solving skills, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to follow directions from other team members; works independently assigned duties.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Nurse Aide certification.</li>
<li>Patient care experience.</li>
<li>Computer skills, Phlebotomy, EKG experience.</li>
<li>Current Nursing Student (with clinical experience).</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.</li>
<li>A Technical Partner refresher training class may be required if an employee has not worked in an acute care setting and/or long-term care facility for past three (3) &ndash; five (5) years.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Act 33 with renewal.</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal.</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
<b>Supervisory Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).</li>
<li>Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
LEAN</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one&rsquo;s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela&rsquo;s missions, vision and values.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
AAP/EEO</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.</li>
<li>Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Work Environment</b></p>
<p><b>
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Heat</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Cold</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Heights</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Confined Spaces</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mechanical Hazards</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Vibrating Tools</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Vehicle</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Heavy Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Rotates All Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>8 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>10-12 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>On-Call</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Travel Between Sites</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Direct Patient Care</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Respirator Protective Equipment</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Eye Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Head Protection (hard hat)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feet, Toe Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Body Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Latex Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Solvent Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Paint (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Dust (sanding) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ethylene Oxide Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Blood/Body Fluid Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Chemicals (direct use) Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mist Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Wax Stripper (direct use)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Laser Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
</div>
</div><p></p><p><b>Physical Demands</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Bending (Stooping)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Sitting</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Walking</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Stairs</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Ladders</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Standing</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Kneeling</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Squatting (Crouching)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Twisting/Turning</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Keyboard/Computer Operation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Gross Grasp</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Fine Finger Manipulation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand/Arm Coordination</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Seeing Near w/Acuity</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feeling (Sensation)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Color Vision</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Clearly</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Forward</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Floor to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
</b></p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education</b></h4>
Required<ul><li>
HS Diploma or better</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Licenses &amp; Certifications</b></h4>
Required<ul><li>
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT</li></ul>
Preferred<ul><li>
CERT NURS ASSISTANT</li></ul><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

NURSING ASSISTANT/TECH PARTNER - SST - WEEKEND

<div><p><b>Job Summary</b></p>
<p>
The Technical Partner provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care.</li>
<li>Perform and/or assist with patient care needs as directed and assists patient with activities of daily living.</li>
<li>Respond to call lights, inquiries and requests from patients and families in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Collect, document and report ongoing patient care data as directed.</li>
<li>Measure and/or document intake and output, including drainage and obtains daily weights when indicated.</li>
<li>Obtain individual patient care equipment as directed.</li>
<li>Transport patients as directed.</li>
<li>May perform the following skills: obtain vital signs, apply heating pads, set up suction equipment, utilize E cylinders, apply antiembolic hose, aseptic techniques, distribute and maintain sufficient supply of linens, apply Sequential Compression Devices, perform blood glucose testing, perform ostomy care, simple dressing changes, apply telemetry leads, bladder scanning, preventative skin care. Apply pulse oximetry, urinary catheter care, transport blood and blood products from blood bank, perform EKGs, oral pharyngeal suctioning, place patient in CPM machine, prepare and maintain isolation boxes and supplies, declutter patient rooms and storage areas, deliver specimens to lab, crutch measurement and teaching, maintenance of specialty carts, supply inventory and special order supplies, stock warmers with blankets, saline, and water.</li>
<li>Make regular rounds to address patient needs and physical environment - purposeful hourly rounding,</li>
<li>Assist in the educational process to promote and maintain health, foster self-care, and improve outcomes.</li>
<li>Obtain resources as needed.</li>
<li>Report to the RN/LPN information regarding the patient's readiness to learn.</li>
<li>Maintain a collaborative relationship with other health care providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure continuous flow of patient care.</li>
<li>Communicate pertinent information of actual/potential problems to the professional/practical nurse.</li>
<li>Communicate pertinent information at shift reports and during internal and external transfers.</li>
<li>Participate in the unit performance improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer services.</li>
<li>Assist in data collection process as requested.</li>
<li>Recommend modifications for performance improvement.</li>
<li>Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the behaviors inherent to the role of the technical partner.</li>
<li>Demonstrate an ability to solve problems utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.</li>
<li>Maintain accountability for actions taken.</li>
<li>Effectively function as a resource person.</li>
<li>Act as a patient advocate.</li>
<li>Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.</li>
<li>Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.</li>
<li>Assist in the department's compliance with state, Joint Commission, OSHA and other regulatory agencies.</li>
<li>Assist in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys.</li>
<li>Adhere to the infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.</li>
<li>Assist with maintaining sufficient and proper supplies on an assigned unit.</li>
<li>Assist with monitoring sterile supplies for expiration date and replaces as needed.</li>
<li>Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies.</li>
<li>Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.</li>
<li>Assume appropriate code team role during code situations or mock codes.</li>
<li>Respond effectively during emergency situations, including internal and external disasters.</li>
<li>Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and staff.</li>
<li>Complete proper collection, identification, labeling and delivery of specimens (including diagnostic studies) to the appropriate department.</li>
<li>Support limited use of restraints in accordance with established standards and documents according to policies.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.</li>
<li>Sound judgment, problem solving skills, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to follow directions from other team members; works independently assigned duties.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Completion of a Nurse Aide or comparable program (such as EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing student with at least one semester of clinical or prior experience in related field.</li>
<li>Computer skills, Phlebotomy, EKG experience.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required or obtain within orientation period (five (5) days from hire).</li>
<li>Act 33 with renewal.</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal.</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
<b>Supervisory Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Incumbents will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).</li>
<li>Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p>
<p>
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Disclaimer</b></p>
<p>
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Work Environment</b></p>
<p><b>
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Heat</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Cold</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Heights</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Confined Spaces</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mechanical Hazards</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Vibrating Tools</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Vehicle</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Heavy Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Rotates All Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>8 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>10-12 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>On-Call</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Travel Between Sites</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Direct Patient Care</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Respirator Protective Equipment</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Eye Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Head Protection (hard hat)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feet, Toe Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Body Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Latex Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Solvent Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Paint (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Dust (sanding) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ethylene Oxide Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Blood/Body Fluid Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Chemicals (direct use) Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mist Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Wax Stripper (direct use)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Laser Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
</div>
</div><p></p><p><b>Physical Demands</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Bending (Stooping)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Sitting</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Walking</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Stairs</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Ladders</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Standing</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Kneeling</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Squatting (Crouching)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Twisting/Turning</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Keyboard/Computer Operation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Gross Grasp</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Fine Finger Manipulation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand/Arm Coordination</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Seeing Near w/Acuity</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feeling (Sensation)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Color Vision</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Clearly</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Forward</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Floor to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education</b></h4>
Required<ul><li>
HS Diploma or better</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Licenses &amp; Certifications</b></h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
CERT NURS ASSISTANT</li><li>
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT</li></ul><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

NURSING ASSISTANT/PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - CARDIOVASCULAR SERVICES 2D

<div><p><b>Job Summary</b></p>
<p>
The Technical Partner provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care.</li>
<li>Perform and/or assist with patient care needs as directed and assists patient with activities of daily living.</li>
<li>Respond to call lights, inquiries and requests from patients and families in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Collect, document and report ongoing patient care data as directed.</li>
<li>Measure and/or document intake and output, including drainage and obtains daily weights when indicated.</li>
<li>Obtain individual patient care equipment as directed.</li>
<li>Transport patients as directed.</li>
<li>May perform the following skills: obtain vital signs, apply heating pads, set up suction equipment, utilize E cylinders, apply antiembolic hose, aseptic techniques, distribute and maintain sufficient supply of linens, apply Sequential Compression Devices, perform blood glucose testing, perform ostomy care, simple dressing changes, apply telemetry leads, bladder scanning, preventative skin care. Apply pulse oximetry, urinary catheter care, transport blood and blood products from blood bank, perform EKGs, oral pharyngeal suctioning, place patient in CPM machine, prepare and maintain isolation boxes and supplies, declutter patient rooms and storage areas, deliver specimens to lab, crutch measurement and teaching, maintenance of specialty carts, supply inventory and special order supplies, stock warmers with blankets, saline, and water.</li>
<li>Make regular rounds to address patient needs and physical environment - purposeful hourly rounding,</li>
<li>Assist in the educational process to promote and maintain health, foster self-care, and improve outcomes.</li>
<li>Obtain resources as needed.</li>
<li>Report to the RN/LPN information regarding the patient's readiness to learn.</li>
<li>Maintain a collaborative relationship with other health care providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure continuous flow of patient care.</li>
<li>Communicate pertinent information of actual/potential problems to the professional/practical nurse.</li>
<li>Communicate pertinent information at shift reports and during internal and external transfers.</li>
<li>Participate in the unit performance improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer services.</li>
<li>Assist in data collection process as requested.</li>
<li>Recommend modifications for performance improvement.</li>
<li>Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the behaviors inherent to the role of the technical partner.</li>
<li>Demonstrate an ability to solve problems utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.</li>
<li>Maintain accountability for actions taken.</li>
<li>Effectively function as a resource person.</li>
<li>Act as a patient advocate.</li>
<li>Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.</li>
<li>Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.</li>
<li>Assist in the department's compliance with state, Joint Commission, OSHA and other regulatory agencies.</li>
<li>Assist in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys.</li>
<li>Adhere to the infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.</li>
<li>Assist with maintaining sufficient and proper supplies on an assigned unit.</li>
<li>Assist with monitoring sterile supplies for expiration date and replaces as needed.</li>
<li>Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies.</li>
<li>Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.</li>
<li>Assume appropriate code team role during code situations or mock codes.</li>
<li>Respond effectively during emergency situations, including internal and external disasters.</li>
<li>Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and staff.</li>
<li>Complete proper collection, identification, labeling and delivery of specimens (including diagnostic studies) to the appropriate department.</li>
<li>Support limited use of restraints in accordance with established standards and documents according to policies.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.</li>
<li>Sound judgment, problem solving skills, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to follow directions from other team members; works independently assigned duties.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Completion of a Nurse Aide or comparable program (such as EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing student with at least one semester of clinical or prior experience in related field.</li>
<li>Computer skills, Phlebotomy, EKG experience.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required or obtain within orientation period (five (5) days from hire).</li>
<li>Act 33 with renewal.</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal.</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
<b>Supervisory Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Incumbents will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).</li>
<li>Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p>
<p>
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Disclaimer</b></p>
<p>
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Work Environment</b></p>
<p><b>
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Heat</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Cold</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Heights</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Confined Spaces</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mechanical Hazards</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Vibrating Tools</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Vehicle</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Heavy Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Rotates All Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>8 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>10-12 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>On-Call</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Travel Between Sites</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Direct Patient Care</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Respirator Protective Equipment</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Eye Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Head Protection (hard hat)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feet, Toe Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Body Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Latex Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Solvent Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Paint (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Dust (sanding) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ethylene Oxide Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Blood/Body Fluid Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Chemicals (direct use) Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mist Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Wax Stripper (direct use)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Laser Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
</div>
</div><p></p><p><b>Physical Demands</b></p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Bending (Stooping)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Sitting</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Walking</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Stairs</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Ladders</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Standing</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Kneeling</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Squatting (Crouching)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Twisting/Turning</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Keyboard/Computer Operation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Gross Grasp</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Fine Finger Manipulation</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand/Arm Coordination</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Seeing Near w/Acuity</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feeling (Sensation)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Color Vision</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Clearly</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Forward</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Floor to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is r</b></p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education</b></h4>
Required<ul><li>
HS Diploma or better</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Licenses &amp; Certifications</b></h4>
Required<ul><li>
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT</li></ul>
Preferred<ul><li>
CERT NURS ASSISTANT</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Skills</b></h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
PATIENT CARE</li><li>
VITALS/BP/TEMPERATURE</li></ul><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

NURSING ASSISTANT/PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - STAFFING SUPPORT TEAM

<div><p><b>**FULL-TIME: $2,500 Sign-On Bonus**</b> The Medical Assistant performs basic direct patient care activities, such as lab tests, treatments, and medication/immunization administration. These are performed under the direction of the Nurse and/or the physician in preparation for the patient's examination and treatment. The incumbent carries out clerical activities, quality control activities, performance improvement initiatives, etc. in support of the physician practice as assigned. This position also serves as a resource for the clerical/clinical staff in the practice.</p>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital/physician practices policies, procedures, and protocols.</li>
<li>Assist to collects patient healthcare data, including VS, weight, chief complaint and pain assessment as directed.</li>
<li>Complete patient care treatments and testing as ordered.</li>
<li>Comply with completeness, accuracy and timeliness of documentation.</li>
<li>Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.</li>
<li>Communicate pertinent information of actual or potential problems to the physician or nurse.</li>
<li>Perform clerical functions in support of patient care and office functions.</li>
<li>Answer telephone calls, taking accurate messages and relaying them to the appropriate staff.</li>
<li>Obtain and verify accurate patient demographic and insurance information entering it into the billing system.</li>
<li>Accurately enter codes, based on diagnosis given, and enters codes and charges into billing system.</li>
<li>Complete forms and letters necessary for continued patient care.</li>
<li>Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practice policies.</li>
<li>Label all patient specimens with identifiers per policy.</li>
<li>Adhere to infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.</li>
<li>Assist in continuous survey readiness or inspections and surveys.</li>
<li>Perform all quality control, monitoring functions and reports out of range information immediately to supervisor.</li>
<li>Consistently practice National Patient Safety Goals.</li>
<li>Knowledge of and/or ability to schedule surgery, procedures, and testing for patients.</li>
<li>Exit counseling which includes education, scheduling of testing and providing patients with necessary information.</li>
<li>Prepare charts for clinic sessions and obtain vital signs and weight.</li>
<li>Perform control studies and completes log books according to policy.</li>
<li>Perform phlebotomy procedures, reads the test results, and documents accordingly.</li>
<li>Prepare the exam rooms and stocks supplies daily.</li>
<li>Provide pre and post-examination education and counseling.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma, GED or next level of higher education.</li>
<li>Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, including Outlook and Excel.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Previous outpatient office experience.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Medical Assistant Certification preferred.</li>
<li>Act 33 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance</li>
<li>Friends &amp; Family CPR</li></ul><br>
<p><br>
<b>Supervisory Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.</li><br>
</ul>
<p><b>Position Type/Expected Hours of Work</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).</li>
<li>Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>LEAN</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one&rsquo;s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Independence Health System's mission, vision and values.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>AAP/EEO</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Independence Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Independence Health System to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Independence Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.</li>
<li>Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Work Environment</b></p>
<p>
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines</p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Heat</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Cold</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Heights</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Confined Spaces</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mechanical Hazards</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Vibrating Tools</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Vehicle</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Heavy Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Rotates All Shifts</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>8 Hours Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>10-12 Hours Shifts</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>On-Call</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Travel Between Sites</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Direct Patient Care</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Respirator Protective Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Eye Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Head Protection (hard hat)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feet, Toe Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Body Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Latex Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Solvent Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Paint (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Dust (sanding) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ethylene Oxide Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Blood/Body Fluid Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Chemicals (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mist Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Wax Stripper (direct use)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Laser Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p><b>Physical Demands</b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required</p>
<div>
<div><div><div><p><b>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</b></p>
<p><b>
Essential &ndash; Absolute Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Marginal &ndash; Minimal Necessity.</b></p>
<p><b>
Constantly &ndash; 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Frequently &ndash; 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Occasionally &ndash; 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.</b></p>
<p><b>
Rarely &ndash; Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Physical Condition</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Essential</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Marginal</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Constantly</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Frequently</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Occasionally</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Rarely</b></p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
Never</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Bending (Stooping)</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Sitting</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Walking</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Stairs</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Climbing Ladders</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Standing</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Kneeling</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
X</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Squatting (Crouching)</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Twisting/Turning</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Keyboard/Computer Operation</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Gross Grasp</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Fine Finger Manipulation</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hand/Arm Coordination</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Seeing Near w/Acuity</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feeling (Sensation)</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Color Vision</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Clearly</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Forward</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Floor to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
20#</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
20#</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p><b>
X</b></p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
5#</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p><b>
x</b></p></div></div><br>
</div>
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MEDICAL ASSISTANT - PRIMARY CARE SEVEN FIELDS

<div>
 7 on 7 off work schedule. Night shift, 7pm-7am. Inpatient Only. One (1) year hospital rounding experience required.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Provides patient care services, including assessing and managing patients in the inpatient environment, by following established standards and practices.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Education
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Minimum: Graduate of a Physician Assistant Program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Preferred: N/A
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Registration/Certification/Licensure
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Current PA Physician Assistant license, certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Healthcare Provider CPR, and Act 33/73 clearances. Individual must meet the credentialing requirements of the Medical Staff Office.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Experience
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Minimum: None
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Preferred: One year experience working as a Physician Assistant.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Other Requirements
 </strong>
 : N/A
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Status
 </strong>
 <strong>
  :
 </strong>
 Exempt
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Physical Requirements
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   The following frequency definitions apply to all Physical Requirements unless otherwise noted: Occasional: (0-1/3 of day , 0 - 2.5 hrs/day, 1 - 4 reps/hr) Frequent: (1/3 -2/3 of day , 2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day, 5 -24 reps/hr) Constant: (&gt; 2/3rd of day , &gt; 5.5 hrs/day, &gt; 24 reps/hr)
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <em>
  NOTE: An asterisk (*) indicates that the item is an essential function.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Non-Material Handling
  </li>
  <li>
   Standing - Remaining on one's feet in an upright position remaining stationary - FREQUENT
  </li>
  <li>
   Walking - Remaining upright on one's feet, and moving about - FREQUENT
  </li>
  <li>
   Sitting - Body remains in a seated position - FREQUENT
  </li>
  <li>
   Stooping - To bend the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Bending - To flex the upper body forward - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Twisting - To rotate the upper body forward - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Climbing - To move the body in any direction on equipment or structures that do not include stairs or ladders - N/A
  </li>
  <li>
   Ladders - To ascend and descend ladders - N/A
  </li>
  <li>
   Stairs - To ascend and descend stairs - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Kneeling - To move the body downwards and come to rest on both hands and both knees - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Squatting - To move the body downwards by bending both knees - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Crouching - To bend the body forward and downward by bending the spine and the legs - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Crawling - To move the body forward or backwards on hands and knees - N/A
  </li>
  <li>
   Reaching Horizontal - To extend the arms and hands outward, remaining under shoulder height - FREQUENT
  </li>
  <li>
   Reaching Overhead - To extend the arms and hands up and out over shoulder height - OCCASSIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Grasping - Using functional gripping of the hand to handle an object - FREQUENT
  </li>
  <li>
   Finger Manipulation - To manipulate objects with the use of fingers - FREQUENT
  </li>
  <li>
   Seeing - Using visual feedback to accomplish a task or activity - CONSTANT
  </li>
  <li>
   Hearing - Using sound feedback to accomplish a task or activity - CONSTANT
  </li>
  <li>
   Repetitive Upper Extremity Use - Using the arms and/or hands continuously or more than 2/3 of the total time - CONSTANT
  </li>
  <li>
   Repetitive Lower Extremity Use - Using the legs and/or feet continuously or more than 2/3 of the total time - FREQUENT
  </li>
  <li>
   Material Handling
  </li>
  <li>
   Pushing - To exert a force upon an object in order to move it in a certain direction Pushing refers to moving an object away from the person
  </li>
  <li>
   OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   10# - 20#
  </li>
  <li>
   Pulling - To exert a force upon an object in order to move it in a certain direction Pulling refers to moving an object towards the person
  </li>
  <li>
   OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   10# - 20#
  </li>
  <li>
   Lift - Floor to Waist
  </li>
  <li>
   OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   20# - 50#
  </li>
  <li>
   Lift - Waist to shoulder
  </li>
  <li>
   OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Up to 20#
  </li>
  <li>
   Lift - Shoulder to overhead
  </li>
  <li>
   OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Up to 20#
  </li>
  <li>
   Carrying - To transport an object or article using the arms or hands (&gt; 10 feet)
  </li>
  <li>
   OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Up to 20#
  </li>
  <li>
   Environmental Factors
  </li>
  <li>
   Working alone - OCCASSIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Working in cramped quarters - N/A
  </li>
  <li>
   Constant interruptions - FREQUENT
  </li>
  <li>
   Working with hands in water - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Use of power tools - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Working on ladders/scaffolding - N/A
  </li>
  <li>
   Exposure to vibration - N/A
  </li>
  <li>
   Exposure to dust - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Exposure to noise (constant) - N/A
  </li>
  <li>
   Exposure to electrical energy (outlets, etc) - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Exposure to temperature changes (heat, cold, humidity), that require special clothing - N/A
  </li>
  <li>
   Exposure to slippery walking surfaces - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Exposure to solvents, grease, oils - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Exposure to radiant energy, ie computer terminal (more than 4 hours per shift) - OCCASIONAL
  </li>
  <li>
   Working with bloodborne pathogens - CONSTANT
  </li>
  <li>
   Cardiovascular Energy Requirements - Physical Demand
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Physical Demand
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Met Level
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Examples of similar activity intensity
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Sedentary to Light
 <br/>
 <br/>
 0 - 3.5
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Light house cleaning, washing dishes, serving food, food shopping, sitting, standing, computer work.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Medium
 <br/>
 <br/>
 3.6 - 6.3
 <br/>
 <br/>
 House work (mopping, scrubbing), health club exercising, treadmill work, stretching, yoga, walk/run-play with children, aerobic class, dancing, carrying bucket/wood, auto body repair, shoveling snow, golf (carrying clubs).
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Heavy to Very Heavy
 <br/>
 <br/>
 &gt; 6.4
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Calisthenics (push up, pull up, sit up, vigorous effort), carrying groceries upstairs, shoveling coal, bailing hay, fire fighting, sawing by hand, splitting wood.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   As relates to this position:
  </li>
  <li>
   Sedentary to Light - CONSTANT
  </li>
  <li>
   Medium - FREQUENT
  </li>
  <li>
   Heavy to Very Heavy - OCCASIONAL
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  I. Specific Job Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Manages day-to-day in and out patient care in conjunction with supervising physicians.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides patient and or family with information regarding treatment or procedures, condition and expectation during illness or recovery. Provides patient education/counseling and instruction regarding common patient problems.
  </li>
  <li>
   Formulates differential diagnoses by priority considering multiple potential mechanisms causing complex acute, critical, and chronic illness states.
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrates effective verbal, nonverbal, and written communication skills, including documentation according to established standards while maintaining patient confidentiality.
  </li>
  <li>
   Displays commitment to expanding his/her knowledge base and views this as a continuous process to maintain professional and personal growth.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  II. Organizational Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Completed mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
  </li>
  <li>
   Completed annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintained license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
  </li>
  <li>
   Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self. Identifies and works to reduce potentially unsafe patient care or other safety practices.
  </li>
  <li>
   Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


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