Qureos Mentor

Independence Health System

Independence Health System offers patients nationally recognized quality care in various medical fields, including cardiology, orthopedics, palliative care, and maternity. The system provides a wide range of surgical, medical, emergency, and behavioral health services, supported by an extensive network of primary care physicians. With five hospitals and nearly 1,000 healthcare providers, it serves a 10-county region and is the largest employer in Butler and Westmoreland counties. Recognized as a Healthiest Employer in Western Pennsylvania, it is committed to community health and quality care.

<div><p><b>$7,500.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE</b></p>
<p><b>
Job Summary/Overall Objectives</b></p>
<p>
The Phlebotomist will perform phlebotomy utilizing a variety of techniques. This position will be responsible for accurately performing specimen collection of inpatients and/or outpatients. Samples collected by the phlebotomist are used for laboratory test procedures that are essential in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The incumbent will be accountable for the accurate data entry of order and collection information, verification and receipt of specimens, and the processing of reports and result inquiry requests.</p>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates competency in Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions by accurately placing orders, monitor various reports to track specimen and/or results, responding to system errors, and correctly look up test codes, collection info, and physician demographics.</li>
<li>Follow standard precautions when performing venous or capillary phlebotomy.</li>
<li>Assure the correct identification of patient and specimen by using two identifiers.</li>
<li>Follow specific written department protocols for blood collection and post-venipuncture care.</li>
<li>Respond to pages within an acceptable time frame and based on appropriate prioritization.</li>
<li>Demonstrate minimal redraws and performs in compliance with redraw policy.</li>
<li>Maintain acceptable blood culture contamination rate of &lt;2%.</li>
<li>Assist or perform specimen procurement techniques as required.</li>
<li>Assist with urine drug screen collections and collections for legal alcohols, following established protocol.</li>
<li>Perform nasal and throat swab collections.</li>
<li>Receive and process laboratory orders, document receipt of specimens, and assess basic specimen appropriateness.</li>
<li>Process orders and patients appropriately during downtime to ensure progression to testing.</li>
<li>Interact effectively with healthcare providers, co-workers, and patients to represent the department and to obtain and exchange information needed to expedite quality laboratory services.</li>
<li>Assure that telephones are answered with professional etiquette and manage calls to keep hold time and transfers to a minimum.</li>
<li>Remain current with changes in department protocols to communicate accurate information.</li>
<li>Deliver specimens to laboratory in a timely manner, packaging samples to ensure safe transport.</li>
<li>Fill supply orders and send supplies to floors as needed.</li>
<li>Monitor collection lists and unreceived lists.</li>
<li>Maintain operational readiness to provide prompt response to service requests.</li>
<li>Inventories and rotate stock to limit unnecessary waste, monitor phlebotomy basket for outdated inventory.</li>
<li>Perform scanning and indexing of patient orders at time of registration.</li>
<li>Ready samples for transport, including all computer work required, i.e. click and pack, tracking, etc.</li>
<li>Operate hospital vehicles in compliance with all regulations, ensuring safe and efficient travel between collection sites.</li>
<li>Participate in the phlebotomy competency and validation of new employees, RN's and technical partners.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]</b></p>
<p><b>
Required Qualifications/Experience
</b></p><ul><li>High School Diploma, GED or next level of higher education.</li>
<li>Completion of Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant Training Program or six (6) months experience performing phlebotomy preferred.</li>
<li>Knowledge of coding, basic math, and payer/insurance benefits is preferred.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and general office related equipment, such as a fax or copier is preferred.</li>
<li>Medical terminology and specimen knowledge and laboratory information system experience preferred.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Preferred Qualifications/Experience
</b></p><ul><li>Experience in Healthcare setting.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>License, Certification &amp; Clearances
</b></p><ul><li>Valid Driver&rsquo;s License.</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>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 System locations.</li>
</ul>
<p><b> </b><b>Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p>
<p><b>
 </b>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>
<p><b>
Disclaimer</b></p>
<p><b>
 </b>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>
<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>
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 (company)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><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><p></p><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><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><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><p></p><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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><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></div><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></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Squatting (Crouching)</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>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><p></p><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><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
5#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><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><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></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</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 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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><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><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</p></div>

PHLEBOTOMIST

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>$7,500.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE</b></h3>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate high level of skill in HIS functions for patient registrations; collect accurate patient information, review and enter physician orders into the computer, complete patient forms and identifications.</li>
<li>Perform patient demographic inquiries to verify information, assuring the accuracy of patient identification using two identifiers.</li>
<li>Demonstrate knowledge of insurance guidelines; verifies insurance via online eligibility system and update per response.</li>
<li>Complete forms as required and appropriate and use the appropriate registration codes.</li>
<li>Comply with current registration, coding and billing policies.</li>
<li>Utilize the order entry system for resolution of order errors, troubleshooting and placing work orders.</li>
<li>Demonstrates high level of skill in Laboratory Information System (LIS) functions; accurately place orders, look up test codes, collection information, physician demographics, faxIQ, etc.</li>
<li>Monitor various reports to track specimens and/or results.</li>
<li>Monitors HIS-LIS interactions and communications, corrects minor issues, and reports unresolved problems to help desk or appropriate individual.</li>
<li>Complete daily operational tasks and logs pertinent information.</li>
<li>Monitor &quot;orders not processed&quot; to track missing orders/specimens.</li>
<li>Follow standard precautions when performing venous or capillary phlebotomy.</li>
<li>Assure the correct identification of patient and specimen, using two identifiers.</li>
<li>Follow written department protocols for blood collection, including &quot;order of draw&quot;, pre- and post-venipuncture care.</li>
<li>Demonstrate minimal redraws and performs in compliance with redraw policy.</li>
<li>Maintain acceptable blood culture contamination rate of &lt;2%.</li>
<li>Assist and perform urine drug screen and legal alcohols collections, following established procedures.</li>
<li>Interact effectively with healthcare providers and patients to obtain and exchange information needed to expedite quality laboratory services.</li>
<li>Assures that telephones are answered with professional etiquette and manages calls to keep hold time and transfers to a minimum.</li>
<li>Remain current with changes in department protocols in order to communicate accurate information.</li>
<li>Fill supply orders and send supplies to floors or off sites as needed.</li>
<li>Progress specimens to sections in an organized manner, recognizing the impact on overall operations.</li>
<li>Maintain and organize a variety of documentation to monitor, record and represent departmental operations.</li>
<li>Scan and index documents for future retrieval.</li>
<li>Access, understand and makes use of the filing system in SPR.</li>
<li>Document receipt of specimens and processes laboratory orders while assessing basic specimen appropriateness.</li>
<li>Access patient orders and specimens according to current policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Adjusts information to enable maximum results reporting efficiency, e.g. documents orders to be faxed, etc.</li>
<li>Keep current on the test menu and specimen requirements.</li>
<li>Comply with established protocols for specimen identification and labeling; follow specimen rejection policies and document appropriately.</li>
<li>Respond promptly and effectively to changes in work volume and processing re-prioritization.</li>
<li>Assure accurate transfer of physician orders and special instructions for processing and reporting.</li>
<li>Compile, sort, mail and process results in a timely, accurate manner.</li>
<li>Monitor and take corrective action to investigate delays in pending reports or incomplete physician information.</li>
<li>Maintain physician database to reflect changes in demographics.</li>
<li>Process faxes and results to expedite results reporting, assuring professional appearance and quality of the report.</li>
<li>Maintain operational readiness of the work area to assure continuity of service between and among staff.</li>
<li>Maintain adequate supply inventory.</li>
<li>Maintain temperature charts, sharps containers, etc. at off sites, and initiate corrective action to variances.</li>
<li>Organize, prioritize, and send out testing performed in laboratories or in approved reference laboratories.</li>
<li>Organize samples for send out testing.</li>
<li>Ready samples for transport, including all computer work required, i.e. click and pack, tracking, etc.</li>
<li>Receive reference lab reports and scan reports into the system.</li>
<li>Maintain send out testing supplies and requisitions.</li>
<li>Manage study protocols that are sent to research laboratories.</li>
<li>Assist with assigning lower-level staff to cover call offs/shift openings.</li>
<li>Participates in quality management program for support services.</li>
<li>Communicates to IT Help Desk with any database functionality or operational issues.</li>
<li>Operate hospital vehicles in compliance with all regulations, ensuring safe and efficient travel between collection sites.</li>
<li>Lead in the phlebotomy competency and validation of new employees, RN's and technical partners.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]</b></p>
<p><b>
Required Qualifications/Experience</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma, GED or next higher level of education.</li>
<li>Two (2) years of Phlebotomy experience.</li>
<li>Completion of Phlebotomy Training Program or Medical Assistant Training Program.</li>
<li>Completion of full registration training within 90 days of hire.</li>
<li>Knowledge of coding, basic math, and payer/insurance benefits.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and general office related equipment, such as a fax or copier.</li>
<li>Medical terminology and specimen knowledge and laboratory information system experience preferred</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>
</ul>
<p><b>Preferred Qualifications/Experience
</b></p><ul><li>Experience in Healthcare setting.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Valid Driver&rsquo;s License (if out of state hire, the record report from applicable state&rsquo;s driver license department is required).</li>
<li>Act 33 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal</li>
</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 System locations.</li>
</ul>
<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>
<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>
<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>
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 (company)</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><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><p></p><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><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><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><p></p><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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><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></div><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></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Squatting (Crouching)</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>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><p></p><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><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
5#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><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><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></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</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 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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><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><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</p></div>

PHLEBOTOMIST LEAD

<div><p><b>** $2,500 Sign on Bonus **</b></p>
<p><b>
**Recently Increased Wages and Sign On Bonus available!</b></p>
<p><b>
Job Summary/Overall Objectives</b></p>
<p>
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 logbooks 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>Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]</b></p>
<p><b>
Required Qualifications/Experience</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>
</ul>
<p><b>Preferred Qualifications/Experience</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Previous outpatient office experience</li>
<li>Successful completion of Medical Assistant program or experience as a Medical Assistant for one (1) year OR Certified EMT/Paramedic under the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Medical Assistant Certification preferred.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Act 33 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance</li>
<li><b>Northern Market: </b>Family &amp; Friends</li>
<li><b>Southern Market: </b>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.</li>
</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 System locations.</li>
</ul>
<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>
<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>
<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 (company)</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></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></div><p>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</p></div>

MEDICAL ASSISTANT - PRIMARY CARE

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>$10,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE</b></h3><br>
<p></p>
<p>
The Respiratory Therapist position will consider CRT, RRT, and all levels of career ladder. The final title and pay will be determined by education, experience, and certification. 36 HOUR OPTION AVAILABLE.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Job Summary</b></p>
<p>
The Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) provides all modes of respiratory care and diagnostics, on physician order, within the Critical Care, General Care Medical/Surgical units, and specialty departments as required. Acts on a broad knowledge base and experience in working with physicians and other health-care providers. This is accomplished without direct supervision in most cases. The Registered Therapist may act as a resource person for other members of the department.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Performance of Technical Practice
<ul><li>Provides highly technical Respiratory Care procedures in any environment following unit specific orientation</li>
<li>Initiates and maintains ventilator management for patient on life support except at Westmoreland Manor.</li>
<li>Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.</li>
<li>Provides cardiopulmonary resuscitation for all age groups served.</li>
<li>Maintains and monitors the function of all Respiratory Care equipment in use.</li>
<li>Acts as a resource to other health care providers, regarding clinical issues.</li>
</ul></li><li>Patient Care
<ul><li>Assesses patients for require respiratory care services. Reassesses daily or as often as necessary.</li>
<li>Administers inhaled medications, monitors patient reaction to medication, reports response and/or adverse reaction to nurse and physician.</li>
<li>Provides patient and family or care giver with education related to disease process or dysfunction, therapy ordered, medication, dosage, methods and equipment use and functions.</li>
<li>Participates in interdisciplinary care-planning process as required by various nursing or patient care units, and in discharge planning process as needed.</li>
</ul></li><li>Clinical decision-Making:
<ul><li>Assimilates large quantities of data while caring for critically ill patients.</li>
<li>Modifies and directs respiratory care procedures and diagnostics, based on acquired data and patient clinical findings.</li>
<li>Assists with the coordination of patient care relating to cardiopulmonary dysfunction, in co-operation with the physician, nurse, and other health care providers.</li>
</ul></li><li>Policy and Procedure
<ul><li>Understands department policy and procedure to assure compliance with same.</li>
<li>Avoids deviation from policy and/or procedure preventing the potential for adverse effect either on an employee, patient or visitor.</li>
<li>Reviews departmental policy and procedure on an annual basis and make recommendations for appropriate changes.</li>
</ul></li><li>Communication
<ul><li>Provides clear, concise, organized written and oral communication to management and staff.</li>
<li>Interacts effectively with physicians, patients, management and co-workers.</li>
<li>Documents in a neat, timely and legible fashion as appropriate.</li>
<li>Documents in EMR per department guidelines.</li>
<li>Serves as a liaison and positive role model to other departments.</li>
<li>Communicates directly with physician regarding patient respiratory status, recommendations for therapy, and diagnostic testing.</li>
</ul></li><li>Takes and transcribes verbal and telephone orders from physicians.</li>
<li>Maintain supply and inventory in assigned areas.</li>
<li>Notifies appropriate personnel of stock depletion as it occurs.</li>
<li>Keeps department and other areas of responsibility clean and orderly.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Specialty Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Information Processing
<ul><li>Transcribes and carries out orders correctly.</li>
<li>Utilizes all applicable information systems appropriately.</li>
<li>Charges equipment, supplies and services accurately.</li>
</ul></li><li>Quality Assessment and Improvement
<ul><li>Demonstrates ongoing awareness and participation in quality improvement program.</li>
<li>Responds with improved performance to results obtained from QA monitors.</li>
<li>Identifies problems and reports to manager when appropriate.</li>
</ul></li><li>Locates and uses reference manuals
<ul><li>Maintains a working knowledge of department and system policy and procedure.</li>
<li>Locates and uses department and system protocols, procedures, and policy manuals such as infection control, MSDS, OSHA, and on line policy manuals.</li>
</ul></li><li>Performs specialized procedures, tasks, and functions. These may vary between entities and not all RCPs will perform these functions. Specialized orientation/training will be provided to RCPs performing the following tasks.
<ul><li>Performs therapeutic and diagnostic bronchoscopy procedures.</li>
<li>Completes blood gas and electrolyte analysis.</li>
<li>Performs all required diagnostic pulmonary function testing.</li>
<li>Completes pulmonary stress and metabolic testing.</li>
<li>Functions as a member of the Rapid Response team.</li>
<li>Participates as an integral member of emergency resuscitation teams serving all age groups.</li>
<li>Performs EKG's.</li>
<li>Performs Intravenous Catheter Insertion and Phlebotomy on Patients.</li></ul></li><br>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program</li>
<li>Graduate of JRCRTE approved respiratory care program with minimum of three (3) to six (6) months of clinical rotations.</li>
<li>Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li>
<li>Medical Terminology</li>
<li>Basic Math and Keyboard Proficiency</li>
<li>Functional Skills on PC and Related Software (Microsoft Office)</li>
<li>Knowledge of basic Office Equipment such as copier, fax machine, etc.</li>
<li>Strong time management; ability to work independently and in a team setting; creativity in treatment in various settings including inpatient, skilled nursing and outpatient clinics; ability to transition smoothly between various treatment settings; flexibility in scheduling.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate with all members of the health care team.</li>
<li>Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Critical Care Experience</li>
<li>ACLS</li>
<li>Experience in Pulmonary Function testing, bronchoscopies, blood gas analysis, and neonatal mechanical ventilation.</li>
<li>Neonatal resuscitation course.</li>
<li>PALS</li>
<li>For a long-term care facility, one (1) -two (2) years prior experience in a long-term care facility.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Current licensure to practice in the State of Pennsylvania</li>
<li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.</li>
<li>Act 33 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><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 Independence Health System locations.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<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 System 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>
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>
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><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Operates Vehicle (company)</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></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feet, Toe Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><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><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><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><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><p></p><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><p></p><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>
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><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><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><p></p><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>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
30#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
30#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
30#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
20#</p></div><div><br>
<p>
30#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</p></div>

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST

<div><p>The Medical Lab Assistant performs moderate complexity laboratory procedures, accurately reporting results. Ensures quality of results and proper operation of instrumentation. Assists Medical Technologists with non-testing tasks including but not limited to reference test preparation and shipping.<br>
<br>
<b>Education</b><br>
<i>Minimum</i>: Associate of Science Degree from an accredited institution with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science OR a certified military training program meeting CLIA requirements for high complexity testing procedures<br>
Preferred: N/A
</p><p>Registration/Certification/Licensure: N/A
</p><p><b>Experience</b><br>
Minimum: N/A<br>
Preferred: One year experience in a medical lab or specimen processing environment.<br>
<br>
<b>Other Requirements</b><br>
Responsible to safely access, transport, and handle sharps, such as needles, suture kits, lancets, syringes, etc.<br>
<br>
<b>Physical Requirements:</b><br>
The following frequency definitions apply to all Physical Requirements unless otherwise noted:<br>
Occasional: (0-1/3 of day , 0 - 2.5 hrs/day, 1 - 4 reps/hr)<br>
Frequent: (1/3 -2/3 of day , 2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day, 5 -24 reps/hr)<br>
Constant: (&gt; 2/3rd of day , &gt; 5.5 hrs/day, &gt; 24 reps/hr)<br>
<br>
NOTE: An asterisk (*) indicates that the item is an essential function.</p>
<p>
Non-Material Handling<br>
Standing- Remaining on one's feet in an upright position remaining stationary - CONSTANT<br>
Walking- Remaining upright on one's feet, and moving about - FREQUENT<br>
Sitting- Body remains in a seated position - FREQUENT<br>
Stooping- To bend the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist - OCCASIONAL<br>
Bending- To flex the upper body forward - OCCASIONAL<br>
Twisting- To rotate the upper body forward - FREQUENT<br>
Climbing- To move the body in any direction on equipment or structures that do not include stairs or ladders - N/A<br>
Ladders- To ascend and descend ladders - N/A<br>
Stairs- To ascend and descend stairs - OCCASIONAL<br>
Kneeling- To move the body downwards and come to rest on both hands and both knees - N/A<br>
Squatting- To move the body downwards by bending both knees - OCCASIONAL<br>
Crouching- To bend the body forward and downward by bending the spine and the legs - N/A<br>
Crawling- To move the body forward or backwards on hands and knees - N/A<br>
<br>
Reaching Horizontal- To extend the arms and hands outward, remaining under shoulder height - CONSTANT<br>
Reaching Overhead- To extend the arms and hands up and out over shoulder height - OCCASIONAL<br>
Grasping- Using functional gripping of the hand to handle an object - CONSTANT<br>
Finger Manipulation- To manipulate objects with the use of fingers - CONSTANT<br>
Seeing- Using visual feedback to accomplish a task or activity - CONSTANT<br>
Hearing- Using sound feedback to accomplish a task or activity - CONSTANT<br>
Repetitive Upper Extremity Use- Using the arms and/or hands continuously or more than 2/3 of the total time - CONSTANT<br>
Repetitive Lower Extremity Use- Using the legs and/or feet continuously or more than 2/3 of the total time - N/A<br>
<br>
Material Handling<br>
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 theperson<br>
OCCASIONAL Up to 20#<br>
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<br>
OCCASIONAL Up to 20#<br>
Lift- Floor to Waist<br>
OCCASIONAL20# - 50#<br>
Lift- Waist to shoulder<br>
OCCASIONAL Up to 20#<br>
Lift- Shoulder to overhead<br>
OCCASIONAL Up to 20#<br>
Carrying- To transport an object or article using the arms or hands (&gt; 10 feet)<br>
OCCASIONAL 20# - 50#<br>
<br>
Environmental Factors<br>
Working alone- N/A<br>
Working in cramped quarters- OCCASIONAL<br>
Constant interruptions- CONSTANT<br>
Working with hands in water- N/A<br>
Use of power tools- N/A<br>
Working on ladders/scaffolding- N/A<br>
Exposure to vibration- N/A<br>
Exposure to dust- N/A<br>
Exposure to noise (constant)- CONSTANT<br>
Exposure to electrical energy (outlets, etc)- N/A<br>
Exposure to temperature changes (heat, cold, humidity), that require special clothing- N/A<br>
Exposure to solvents, grease, oils- OCCASIONAL<br>
Exposure to radiant energy, ie computer terminal (more than 4 hours per shift)- CONSTANT<br>
Working with bloodborne pathogens- CONSTANT</p></div>

MEDICAL LAB ASSISTANT - BUTLER HOSPITAL

<div><p><b>Job Summary</b></p>
<p><b>
 </b>All Independence Health System clinical pharmacists are responsible for the standard operations of Independence Health System Pharmacy&rsquo;s clinical services program. The goals of the pharmacy clinical services program are to improve clinical effectiveness of all treatment therapies, provide pharmacist support to medical staff during rounds and outside of rounding, and provide management of medication-directed therapies as seen fit by the hospital. This includes, but is not limited to, pharmacy intervention software, pharmacokinetic monitoring software, proper medication reconciliation, and various pharmacy consultations. The pharmacist in this position must adapt to the ever-changing needs of the system.</p>
<p>
In addition to supporting the various clinical pharmacy programs, the Emergency Department (ED) Pharmacist is responsible for the development, implementation, documentation, and operation of the Pharmacist-Led Medication Reconciliation Initiative. This will be accomplished through collaboration, coordination, and communication with the Pharmacy Managers, ED Medical Staff, Hospitalist Medical Staff, Nursing and Nursing Leadership, Informaticists and IT professionals, other staff at each facility, and healthcare personnel external to Independence Health System. The goals of the Emergency Department Pharmacist program will be to design, implement, and coordinate the Pharmacist-Led Medication Reconciliation initiative, to promote the optimal and safe use of medications within the Emergency Department and to continuously improve medication processes where ED clinicians and providers affect medication processes. Additionally, the ED Pharmacist will add value by promoting and providing support and education to medical staff including pharmacists, nurses, and physicians involved in medication reconciliation and emergency medicine in order to increase therapeutic effectiveness in a cost-conscious manner. The ED Pharmacist will ensure compliance with all regulations and standards through various regulating bodies and auditors including The Joint Commission, United States Pharmacopeia, Department of Health, and any other authority or National Patient Safety Goal/Standard.</p>
<p><b>
 </b><b>Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<p><b>
 </b>Develop and review evidence-based guidelines and protocols for the initiation and maintenance of the Pharmacist-Led Medication Reconciliation Initiative. This will include a thorough review of current practice guidelines and national and neighboring health system practices for the management and oversight of Medication Reconciliation.</p>
<ul>
<li>Take ownership of one&rsquo;s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development (including attendance at national conferences and/or other educational opportunities).</li>
<li>Strive for behavior consistent with Independence Health System&rsquo;s mission, vision, and values.</li>
<li>Assure appropriate drug utilization and perform drug utilization review, with a specific focus on therapies utilized in the Emergency Department, including: anticoagulation reversal, appropriate and timely antibiotic administration per indication, and antidotes.</li>
<li>Participate in collaborative care patient rounding when needed.</li>
<li>Assure medication safety including properly identifying and completing Medication Error and Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting.</li>
<li>Oversee the pharmacokinetic monitoring program including performance improvements.</li>
<li>Participate in interdisciplinary committees which may include, but are not limited to, VTE committee, Medication Safety Committee, Nutrition Support Committee, Emergency Medicine, and various ERAS/Surgical Committee requirements</li>
<li>Responsible for developing and researching Pharmacy and Therapeutic (P&amp;T) Committee Issues, attending monthly meetings, and presenting topics when necessary.</li>
<li>Support the goals of the pharmacy managers and complete various assignments in a self-driven manner.</li>
<li>Foster a team approach to promote clinical stewardship in the pharmacy and ED 24-7 by using tools and strategies to educate the pharmacy and ED staff, physicians, Nursing, Residents, students, and other ancillary staff.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Specialty Job Functions</b></p>
<p><b>
 </b>Practice core elements of proper Medication Reconciliation and look for opportunities for improvement in the areas of: admission, discharge planning, perioperative services, and transitions of care. This will include development of various algorithms and protocols for system-wide use.</p>
<ul>
<li>Establish and maintain protocols and efforts which engage providers, pharmacists, Nurses, and other staff to enhance Medication Reconciliation and arm them with the tools needed to provide efficient and accurate care at all hours of the day.</li>
<li>Proficient in dosing and monitoring anticoagulation medications, antimicrobials, and other medications requiring pharmacokinetic intervention.</li>
<li>Demonstrate the ability to adjust doses and choose an appropriate delivery system based on patient's age, condition and weight.</li>
<li>Control costs by obtaining and interpreting appropriate and timely serum drug levels and other laboratory monitoring parameters.</li>
<li>Dissuade unnecessary or redundant additions to the pharmacy formulary and support a strong, complete, and streamlined formulary to control costs and adequately support patient care needs.</li>
<li>Effectively communicate with the care transition team when a formulary alternative is indicated or when there are other complexities encountered during the medication history and reconciliation process.</li>
<li>Excel in documenting clinical interventions and presenting findings/trends to various committees including the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and the Medication Safety Committee.</li>
<li>Act as a liaison between staff pharmacists, pharmacy leadership, and emergency and other medical staff</li>
<li>Collaborate, coordinate, and communicate with the Pharmacy Management, staff pharmacists, medical staff, nurses, physicians, Informatics, and other key stakeholders at each facility to meet quality and safety metrics to control and prevent future occurrences and maintain an exceptional level of patient care.</li>
<li>Aid in the development of order sets, Power Plans, and other Protocols to improve Computer Physician Order Entry (CPOE).</li>
<li>Support the initiatives of a teaching pharmacy by promoting the growth and education of pharmacy students on Introductory and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPE and APPE) either by acting as a Preceptor or aiding others in precepting pharmacy students.</li>
<li>Educate and assess pharmacist knowledge by compiling and administering competencies as necessary.</li>
<li>Able to act in the capacity of a staff pharmacist when needed including availability to work daylight, afternoon/evening, and night shifts seven days a week.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned<i>.</i></li>
</ul>
<p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or Pharm-D</li>
<li>Three (3) years&rsquo; experience in an acute care setting of pharmacy or completion of a PGY1 Residency</li>
<li>Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of pharmacy practice.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li><b> </b>Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (Pharm.D.) from an accredited U.S. School of Pharmacy.</li>
<li>Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS)</li>
<li>Residency, PGY2, with Emergency Medicine concentration preferred.</li>
<li>Board Certified Emergency Medicine Pharmacist (BCEMP)</li>
<li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required with AAI license.</li>
<li>Current Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)</li>
<li>Authorization to Administer Injectable Medications license from the State of Pennsylvania.</li>
<li>Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Data Mining, etc.)</li>
<li>Experience with development and implementation of drug therapy protocols and Pharmacist-Led Medication Reconciliation programs.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Current licensure to practice as a Pharmacist in the State of Pennsylvania or be eligible for licensure within 90 days of hire.</li>
<li>Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Supervisory Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>This position has no supervisory responsibilities.</li>
</ul>
<p><b> </b><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></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
AAP/EEO</b></p>
<ul>
<li><b> </b>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 System 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><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><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<p>x</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Confined Spaces</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Extreme Noise(&gt;85dB)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mechanical Hazards</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Use of Vibrating Tools</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Operates Vehicle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Operates Heavy Equipment</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Rotates All Shifts</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>8 Hours Shifts</p></div><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></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>On-Call</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Travel Between Sites</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
</p></div></div><br>
<div><div><p>Direct Patient Care</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
</p></div></div><br>
<div><div><p>Respirator Protective Equipment</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
</p></div></div><br>
<div><div><p>Eye Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
</p></div></div><br>
<div><div><p>Head Protection (hard hat)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Hearing Protection</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Hand Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Feet, Toe Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Body Protection</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Latex Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Solvent Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Paint (direct use) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Dust (sanding) Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Ethylene Oxide Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Blood/Body Fluid Exposure</p></div><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></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Mist Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Wax Stripper (direct use)</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Ionizing Radiation Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Laser Exposure</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><br>
<p></p>
</div><br>
</div></div><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><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<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><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<div><p>Climbing Ladders</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
<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><p></p><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><p></p><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><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<p>x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Gross Grasp</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>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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
 x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Carry</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Transfer/Push/Pull Patients</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><br>
<div></div>
<div>
<div><p>Seeing Near w/Acuity</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<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><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<p>x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Hearing Clearly</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<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><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<p>x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Above Shoulder Level</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<p>x</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Reaching Forward</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><br>
<p></p>
<div>
<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>
10-19</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20-29</p></div><div><br>
<p>
30-49</p></div><div><br>
<p>
&gt;50</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10-19</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20-29</p></div><div><br>
<p>
30-49</p></div><div><br>
<p>
&gt;50</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10-19</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20-29</p></div><div><br>
<p>
30-49</p></div><div><br>
<p>
&gt;50</p></div></div><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Shoulder to Overhead</p></div><div><br>
<p>
X</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10-19</p></div><div><br>
<p>
20-29</p></div><div><br>
<p>
30-49</p></div><div><br>
<p>
&gt;50</p>
</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></div><p></p>

CLINICAL PHARMACIST, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

<div><p><b>Job Summary</b></p>
<p>
Hospital-wide, as a member of a Transport TEAM, provides timely individual patient transport via wheelchair or cart, primarily for designated inpatients and occasional outpatients, transporting patients for designated testing, therapy, treatment, pre or post-operative care or admission/discharge. Shift assignment of patient transporter employees is pre-set by the Patient Transporter, Supervisor, who also performs dispatching duties throughout the day-shift (peak transport times) via cell phone to each TEAM patient transporter. Responsible to coordinate patient transport with assigned charge nurse (inpatient) or technician and then safely and efficiently transport the patient, IV equipment, monitoring equipment, the medical record and oxygen equipment as required with any assigned transport. In addition, job assignments may include stock maintenance/distribution of oxygen tanks and regulators to assigned departments in the hospital.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Essential Job Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Introduces self to patient and explains transport plan and destination.
<ul><li>States own name and describes mode of transportation being used and destination to patient.</li>
<li>Retrieves patient's nurse if patient has questions regarding tests/therapy where they are being transferred to.</li>
<li>Obtains permission from patient&rsquo;s nurse to transport patient off floor for testing/procedure</li>
</ul></li><li>Provides for appropriate mode of transportation considering the patient's condition, comfort, and any safety factors.
<ul><li>Uses critical thinking skills to determine mode of transport.</li>
<li>Contacts nursing staff with questions related to transport and gets a ticket-to-ride (TTR) signed by registered nurse (RN).</li>
<li>Coordinates tasks when able.</li>
<li>Anticipates problems and follows through.</li>
</ul></li><li>Transfers patient to/from cart, wheelchair, or other transport vehicle according to procedure and is knowledgeable and effectively operates transport equipment.
<ul><li>Maintains proper body mechanics.</li>
<li>Uses patient lift equipment.</li>
<li>Seeks assistance when necessary, i.e. carts, electronic devices, etc.</li>
</ul></li><li>Identifies patient prior to transport.
<ul><li>Asks patient to state their name.</li>
<li>Checks patient identification bracelet.</li>
<li>Alerts staff when patient's bracelet is missing.</li>
</ul></li><li>Completes tasks as assigned through capacity management.</li>
<li>Determines patient code status prior to transport.
<ul><li>Checks Capacity Management for (LH entity)</li>
<li>Reminds staff when (LH entity)</li>
</ul></li><li>Uses appropriate isolation techniques and complies with universal precautions.
<ul><li>According to isolation posting, secures and dons appropriate protective equipment before entering patient's room.</li>
<li>Removes their PPE and follows hand washing protocol before taking patient out of room.</li>
<li>Ensures patient is wearing PPE, when appropriate, before taking patient out of their room.</li>
</ul></li><li>Stores and cleans transport equipment appropriately throughout the day.
<ul><li>Reports broken equipment.</li>
<li>Returns transport equipment to department when able.</li>
</ul></li><li>Assists in coordinating patient trips.
<ul><li>Obtains permission from nursing staff for patient transport from one ancillary department to another.</li>
</ul></li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Specialty Functions</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Communication with patients/family/department coworkers/ancillary departments and supervisors essential for the function of successful performance of this job.
<ul><li>Communicates effectively with patient/family, visitors and other members of the healthcare team</li>
<li>Maintains ongoing shift communication (daylight shift) with the Patient Transporter, Supervisor for patient delays, issues, problems and temporary reassignment as necessary to keep patient throughput efficient</li>
<li>Uses chain of command in the department effectively.</li>
<li>Maintains dignity and confidentiality of all patients encountered at Excela Health, directly or indirectly.</li>
<li>Ensures transport cell phone is working properly, transferring phone to patient transporter on duty or appropriate voice mail direction per Excela Health standards.</li>
<li>Responsible to check in with and assist co-workers with lift help or transport of difficult patients or volume patient load during any down-time period</li>
</ul></li><li>Safely transport of patients within the hospital for testing, procedures, surgery, treatment or admission/discharge
<ul><li>Operate wheelchairs for safe transport of patients within the hospital, following patient safety practices</li>
<li>Operate transport carts for safe transport of patients within the hospital, following patient safety practices</li>
<li>Assist patients onto transport carts or into wheelchairs for in-house transport</li>
<li>Practice infection control procedures, per policy for infectious / isolation patients</li>
<li>Provide assistance for patients who become ill and need immediate attention (vomiting, CPR, etc.)</li>
<li>Coordinate proper transport of the correct inpatient (or outpatient) for assigned testing or procedure, including the correct medical record, as coordinated and assigned by the physician, and/or assigned registered nurse</li>
<li>Maintain patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality throughout transports and hospital stay per policy</li>
<li>Provide positive communication at all times with hospital patients</li>
<li>Keep daily productivity / Capacity Management of all transports and activity.</li>
<li>Coordinate delivery of patients with receiving department, technicians, signing in at required log stations and reporting special needs of patients requiring special attention of the receiving department</li>
</ul></li><li>Safely transports assigned equipment or specimens, as necessary and time allows, with patient transport being the hospital priority.
<ul><li>Assist nursing staff with specimen or special situation equipment transport, as assigned by Patient Transporter, Supervisor</li>
<li>delivery of stock oxygen tanks or regulators to pre-assigned departments</li>
</ul></li><li>Provides in-house direction and customer service support for organizational excellence.
<ul><li>Assist hospital customers/visitors with directional information, as appropriate throughout the hospital throughout shift, as appropriate</li>
<li>Serves as greeter for visitors, patients and employees entering Excela Health. In addition to performing basic customer service and reception duties. Screens all visitors prior to entering and logs visitors in tracking program as appropriate.</li>
<li>Greet and assist patients/visitors as they enter the main entrance of the hospital.</li></ul></li><br>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must be 18 years of age.</li>
<li>Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.</li>
<li>Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.</li>
<li>Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment</li></ul><br>
<p>
</p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Prior experience working with patients.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
License, Certification &amp; Clearances</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program Required</li>
<li>Act 33 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 34 with renewal</li>
<li>Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><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>
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>
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 (company)</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><p></p><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><p></p><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><p></p><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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><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><p></p><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><p></p><div><br>
<p>
x</p></div></div><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></div><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><p></p><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><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><p></p><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><p></p><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>
20#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
20-50#</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>
5#</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><p></p><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></div><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><p></p><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>
###</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>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
50#</p></div></div><p></p><div><br>
<div>
<p>Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder</p></div><div><br>
<p>
###</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>
###</p></div><p></p><div><br>
<p>
10#</p></div><p></p><div><br>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div><p>When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.</p></div>

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