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Kern Medical

<div>Kern Medical has been a community cornerstone since its founding in 1867. Today, we are an acute care teaching center with 222 beds, offering the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles. Kern Medical offers a range of primary, specialty, and multi-specialty services including high-risk pregnancy care, inpatient psychiatric services integrated with county mental health programs, and a growing network of outpatient clinics providing personalize patient-centered wellness care. Kern Medical cares for 15,000 inpatients and 125,000 clinic patients a year.
<ul>
<li>Per Diem employees supplement department staffing needs, with no guarantee of minimum hours.</li>
<li>Must be willing and available to work four (4) shifts per six (6) week scheduling period.</li>
</ul>
Position: Patient Care Technician - Per Diem

Compensation:

The estimated pay for this position is $21.4200 to $28.7687 per hour. This reflects only a portion of the total compensation package for this position. Additional compensation may be available for this role through differentials, incentives, and bonuses.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Incumbents follow clearly established procedures to assist licensed, professional nursing and medical staff in an in-patient setting; including performing general clerical functions and caring for patient&rsquo;s personal needs, safety, and comfort.

Essential Functions:
<ul>
<li>Assists with patient observation and care; checks and records vital signs and pain levels; collects specimens; measures and records intake and output of food and fluids; and records results.</li>
<li>Passes and observes food trays; assists or feeds patients.</li>
<li>Assists patients with personal hygiene and grooming.</li>
<li>Answers call signals; makes beds; cleans and cares for equipment.</li>
<li>Adheres to isolation precautions/practices, medical asepsis and infection control; observes oxygen precautions.</li>
<li>Transports patients as needed for admission, discharge, and procedures; transports specimens to the lab.</li>
<li>Performs general clerical duties; operates a variety of office equipment.</li>
<li>Assists with admitting, transferring and discharging patients by inputting data into the Electronic Medical Record, schedules appointments and follows up on authorizations.</li>
<li>Answers telephones and provides basic information to patients and/or other interested parties.</li>
<li>Coordinates the delivery of equipment and/or other services for patients following discharge.</li>
</ul>
Other Functions:
<ul>
<li>Performs other job related duties as required.</li>
</ul>
Employment Standards:

Successful completion of a State of California Department of Health Services approved Nursing Assistant training program OR one (1) year of an education program leading to an Associate&rsquo;s Degree or Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, OR two (2) years of experience as a Nursing Attendant in an acute care facility or in a skilled nursing facility for psychiatric patients.

Additional Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Provider certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Provider certification and competency.</li>
<li>Employees must maintain all health requirements designated by Kern Medical Center.</li>
<li>Depending on assignment incumbents may be required to possess and maintain specific certificates of competency as a condition of employment.</li>
<li>Some assignments may require: Basic Dysrhythmia certification.</li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements for this classification require incumbents to stand, bend, squat, kneel, push and pull intermittently throughout the majority of the work day. Incumbents must be able to frequently lift and carry, partially carry, or fully support a patient while transferring to and from a bed, wheelchair, or gurney, or while walking.

Knowledge of:

Basic nursing care and techniques; medical terminology and metric measurement.

Ability to:

Perform basic nursing care; read and record medical terminology and metric measurement, maintain medical records, follow oral and written instructions; and maintain effective relations with medical staff and the public; stand, bend, squat, kneel, push and pull throughout the majority of the work day; lift, carry, partially carry, or fully support patients while transferring to and from a bed, wheelchair, or gurney, or while walking.

Supplemental:

A background check may be required for this classification.

All Kern Medical employees are designated &ldquo;Disaster Service Workers&rdquo;. In the event of a disaster or civil disorder, all Kern Medical employees are to remain at work or to report to work in a safe and practicable manner.

If position responsibilities require driving a personal vehicle, then possession of a current valid California Driver&rsquo;s License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.

If position responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased or rented by Kern Medical, then possession of a current valid California Driver&rsquo;s license, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

Patient Care Technician - Operating Room - Per Diem - Shift

<div>Kern Medical has been a community cornerstone since its founding in 1867. Today, we are an acute care teaching center with 222 beds, offering the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles. Kern Medical offers a range of primary, specialty, and multi-specialty services including high-risk pregnancy care, inpatient psychiatric services integrated with county mental health programs, and a growing network of outpatient clinics providing personalized patient-centered wellness care. Kern Medical cares for 15,500 inpatients and 125,000 clinic patients a year.

Career Opportunities within Kern Medical include many benefits such as:
<ul>
<li>New Hire Premium: +6% of base rate of pay, matched up to 6% if contributed to Deferred Compensation Plan.</li>
<li>Shift Differential Pay: P.M. shift (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) = 10% of base pay.</li>
<li>A Comprehensive Benefits Package: includes Holidays, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.</li>
</ul>
Position: Respiratory Therapist I/II/III/IV - Full-Time

Compensation

The estimated pay for this position is $29.4142 to $54.9400 per hour. The rates shown include a 6% premium pay (base= $-$ plus 6%). This reflects only a portion of the total compensation package for this position. Additional compensation may be available for this role through differentials, incentives, and bonuses. In addition, this position may be eligible for participation and company contributions into the Kern County Employees&rsquo; Retirement Plan.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Level I:

This is the entry level of the Respiratory Therapist flexible classification series. The Respiratory Therapist I works under direct supervision in carrying out routine medical technical therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The Respiratory Therapist I administers respiratory therapy under the direct or indirect supervision of an experienced Respiratory Therapist II, III or IV.

Level II:

This is the journey level in the Respiratory Therapy flexible classification series. The Respiratory Therapist II is more fully trained and experienced, with work being distinguished by increased consultation with physicians, increased training responsibilities and the use of more complex treatment techniques. This level may be assigned off-site to perform duties that are consistent within this classification. This level works under supervision and carries out routine medical technical therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Level III:

This is the advanced journey level in the Respiratory Therapist flexible classification series. The Respiratory Therapist III is distinguished by increased consultation with physicians, increased training responsibilities and the use of more complex treatment techniques. This level works with a minimum of supervision to carry out medical technical therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and may be assigned off-site to perform duties that are consistent within this classification. The Respiratory Therapist III classification is distinguished from the Respiratory Therapist II classification by requiring demonstrated competency with more complex, continuous mechanical ventilation, cardiopulmonary and electrocardiography procedures.

Level IV:

This is the highest level in the Respiratory Therapist flexible classification series. The Respiratory Therapist IV is fully competent in the use of the most complex treatment techniques and assists in training others in these techniques. This level works with a minimum of supervision and carries out routine medical technical therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, and may be assigned off-site to perform duties that are consistent within this classification.

Essential Functions:
<ul>
<li>Administers IPPB therapy.</li>
<li>Performs humidity and aerosol therapy.</li>
<li>Administers medical gas and pulmonary drainage procedures.</li>
<li>Performs cardiorespiratory resuscitation.</li>
<li>Administers aerosolized drugs.</li>
<li>Provides continuous mechanical ventilation; maintains artificial airways.</li>
<li>Performs bedside lung function studies.</li>
<li>Performs incentive spirometry.</li>
<li>Cleans and prepares equipment.</li>
<li>Implements infection control and demonstrates knowledge of aseptic techniques.</li>
<li>Responds to emergency calls throughout the hospital.</li>
<li>Documents care given; maintains records of treatment given; generates necessary documents for charges or record keeping.</li>
<li>Dependent upon area of practice or department assignments, demonstrates clinical knowledge and skill in the care of the newborn, infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient ranging up to 100+ years of age.</li>
</ul>
Other Functions:
<ul>
<li>Performs other related duties as required.</li>
</ul>
Employment Standards:

Level I:
Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Provider certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Provider certification and competency.

Licensure:

This position requires compliance with the Respiratory Care Practice Act by either:
<ul>
<li>Possession of a valid, current license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner</li>
</ul>
OR
<ul>
<li>Receipt of notice from the Board of Medical Quality Assurance, Respiratory Care Examining Committee (RCEC) that an application from the applicant is on file.</li>
</ul>
 Applicants shall be identified as &quot;Respiratory Care Practitioner certification applicants&quot; and must pass the Respiratory Care Practitioner examination during their probationary period in order to comply with the RCPA. Failure to pass this examination within the probationary period will result in termination.

Depending on assignment incumbents may be required to possess and maintain specific certificates of competency as a condition of employment.

Level II:

Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Provider certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Provider certification and competency.

Registration And/Or Certification:

Eligible for registration with the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

OR

Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT).

Licensure:

Possession of a valid, current license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner issued by the State of California.

Possession of a Class C California Driver&rsquo;s License may be required by assignment to off-site locations.

Depending on assignment incumbents may be required to possess and maintain specific certificates of competency as a condition of employment.

Level III:

Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Provider certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Provider certification and competency.

Registration And/Or Certification: Eligible for registration with the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) OR Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT).

Licensure: Possession of a valid, current license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of California AND One (1) year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist having primary responsibility for ventilator management of critical care patients

Depending on assignment incumbents may be required to possess and maintain specific certificates of competency as a condition of employment.

Possession of a Class C California driver&rsquo;s license may be required by assignment to off-site locations.

Level IV:

Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Provider certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Provider certification and competency.

Registration: Registered with the National Board for Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

Licensure: Possession of a valid, current license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner, issued by the State of California.

Depending on assignment incumbents may be required to possess and maintain specific certificates of competency as a condition of employment.

Possession of a Class C California Driver&rsquo;s License may be required by assignment to off-site locations.

Knowledge of:

All therapy machines, both pressure and volume ventilators; all forms of oxygen therapy; gases and gas laws; safe respiratory practices; equipment, procedures and techniques; pulmonary function testing and gas analysis; anatomy and physiology; nursing arts; and clinical considerations.

Ability to:

Understand and follow written and oral instructions; organize and prioritize basic tasks, communicate effectively and work well with others; maintain confidentiality of information.

Supplemental:

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

All Kern County employees are designated &quot;Disaster Service Workers&quot; through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec.3100-3109 and Ordinance Code Title 2-Administration, Ch. 2.66 Emergency Services). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following a significant emergency or disaster.

If position responsibilities require driving a personal vehicle, then possession of a current valid California Driver&rsquo;s License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.

If position responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased or rented by Kern Medical, then possession of a current valid California Driver&rsquo;s license, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

Respiratory Therapist I/II/III/IV - Cardiopulmonary Services - Full-Time - Shift

<div>Kern Medical has been a community cornerstone since its founding in 1867. Today, we are an acute care teaching center with 222 beds, offering the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles. Kern Medical offers a range of primary, specialty, and multi-specialty services including high-risk pregnancy care, inpatient psychiatric services integrated with county mental health programs, and a growing network of outpatient clinics providing personalized patient-centered wellness care. Kern Medical cares for 15,500 inpatients and 125,000 clinic patients a year.
<ul>
<li>Per Diem employees supplement department staffing needs, with no guarantee of minimum hours.</li>
<li>Per Diem minimum scheduling expectation is four (4) shift per four-week schedule.</li>
</ul>
Position: Clinical Laboratory Assistant II - Per Diem

Compensation:

The estimated pay for this position is $29.7240. This reflects only a portion of the total compensation package for this position. Additional compensation may be available for this role through differentials, incentives, and bonuses.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is the journey level of the Clinical Laboratory Assistant flexible classification series. Positions in this classification may be assigned work of a more complex nature and assume responsibility for one or more related duties. Under the direction of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, this position performs routine and repetitive tasks, follows established procedures and develops advanced skills in operating and troubleshooting automated equipment.

Essential Functions:
<ul>
<li>Assists professional staff in performing portions of various biological and chemical procedures of a technical nature;</li>
<li>Assists in the set-up and operation of complex automated electronic equipment such as chemistry analyzers, cell counting equipment and other instruments used in technical laboratory work; performs minor equipment repairs when necessary;</li>
<li>Processes serum from whole blood; draws blood from patients and centrifuges blood specimens for referral to professional clinical laboratory technologists;</li>
<li>Concentrates specimens and may make primary inoculations of the test material to be cultured onto appropriate media;</li>
<li>Prepares and stains slide preparations for micro-scopic examination;</li>
<li>Performs skin tests; labels specimens;</li>
<li>Performs arterial, venipuncture and capillary blood collections;</li>
<li>Replenishes phlebotomy supplies on carts and at draw stations, as needed;</li>
<li>Transports specimens within hospital and off-site to ancillary locations;</li>
<li>Provides laboratory information to clients either by phone or in person;</li>
<li>Inputs information into micro computer, prints patient reports, daily information and monitors laboratory sample collection information; transfers patient results from referral labs;</li>
<li>Maintains a clean work area;</li>
<li>Maintains and cleans laboratory equipment;</li>
<li>Keeps records; orders and maintains supplies;</li>
<li>Dependent upon area of practice or department assignments, demonstrates clinical knowledge and skill in the care of the newborn, infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient ranging up to 100+ years of age.</li>
</ul>
 Other Functions:
<ul>
<li>Reviews staff assignments and monitors workflow to ensure timely completion;</li>
<li>Assists with performing arterial blood draws;</li>
<li>Assists in training new personnel;</li>
<li>Performs other related duties as required.</li>
</ul>
 Employment Standards:

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to high school graduation AND two (2) years of experience in a clinical laboratory performing duties comparable to a Clinical Laboratory Assistant I.

AND

Possession and maintenance of a current State of California Department of Health Services Phlebotomy Technician I or II certificate. (Chapter 3, Division 2 of the Business and profession&rsquo;s Code and Title 17 of the California Code of Regulations.

OR

Possession of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist Trainee Certificate

AND

Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Responder or Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Responder certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Responder certification and competency.

Knowledge of:

Laboratory methods and procedures, fundamentals of physical and life sciences; use and care of laboratory equipment.

Ability to:

Organize and prioritize tasks; perform complex laboratory tasks; operate micro computer, associated software and peripheral equipment; communicate effectively and work well with others.

Supplemental:

A background check may be required for this classification.

All Kern Medical employees are designated &ldquo;Disaster Service Workers&rdquo;. In the event of a disaster or civil disorder, all Kern Medical employees are to remain at work or to report to work in a safe and practicable manner.

If position responsibilities require driving a personal vehicle, then possession of a current valid California Driver&rsquo;s License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.

If position responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased or rented by Kern Medical, then possession of a current valid California Driver&rsquo;s license, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Behaviors</h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Motivations</h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help</li></ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

Clinical Laboratory Assistant II - Per Diem - Shift

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Patient Care Technician - Operating Room - Per Diem - Shift

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