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licensed vocational nurse

Avir Health Group

<div><p><b>AVIR Health Group is seeking a qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our family!</b></p><p><br>
We are searching for a <b>Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)</b> who thrives in an environment where dedicated team members bring comfort, dignity, and exceptional care to those who need it most. The primary purpose of your job position is to provide direct nursing care to the residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of your assigned unit. This is the place where your work matters, and your growth is supported.</p><p></p><p><b>
New grads are always welcome!</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Exciting Benefits:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Competitive compensation.</p></li><li><p><b>
401k with a match!</b></p></li><li><p><b>
Company paid </b>holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) Program.</p></li><li><p>
Health insurance for the <b>entire family!</b></p></li><li><p>
Scrubs on Wheels.</p></li><li><p>
Voluntary Benefits reviewed and provided at your <b>one-on-one benefit meeting</b>.</p></li><li><p>
Exceptional <b>Corporate Support.</b></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Valid Texas Nurse License.</p></li><li><p>
Valid CPR Certification.</p></li><li><p>
I.V. Certification preferred</p></li><li><p>
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
About the Company:</b></p><p>
We strive to create an environment where people feel safe, heard and understood. Our leadership teams embrace our &ldquo;Your Voice&rdquo; philosophy.</p><p></p><p>
Avir Health Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.</p></div>

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Houston Methodist

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 Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Hospital
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 At Houston Methodist, the Registered Nurse (RN)-Virtual is responsible for providing professional nursing care with collaboration from the bedside nurse through two-way audio/visual technology and performing assessments of vital signs and monitoring data through specialized software. The Virtual ICU RN position is a licensed staff nurse, who as an advanced clinician, functions at the Proficient level according to Benner's model of clinical practice. The Virtual ICU RN position provides professional direct patient nursing care to a diverse patient population and is considered an expert in a specialty. Besides conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment and maintenance of medical records, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the Virtual ICU RN position assumes leadership responsibilities with high level contributions at the bedside, unit, service line, and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading unit and shared governance activities, serving as charge nurse as needed, assessing unit needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff and coordinating unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management.
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   Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals. Acts as a model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching. Provides oversight for student/new employee preceptorships.
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   Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment such as mitigation of conflict. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability.
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   Improves nurse satisfaction by serving as a role model and mentor, facilitating teamwork with RNs, non-licensed and interprofessional staff, as evidenced by the annual RN-RN teamwork score and interprofessional relationship score. Improves department scores for turnover/retention on unit-based scorecard.
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   Leads the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations. Audits plan of care.
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   Develops, updates and communicates plan of care, including discharge, in partnership with the patient, family and interprofessional health care team, using the nursing process. Prioritizes care based on the patient's needs, abilities and preferences. Advocates on patient/family's behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns. Develops appropriate resources and supports unit practices and guidelines.
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   Develops and implements effective patient teaching strategies based on learning needs; uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge. Consistently evaluates the patient's comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly.
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   Drives department activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability.
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  Quality/Safety Essential Functions
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   Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Provides care as the staff nurse leader to complex patients and leads the inter professional health care team in implementing plan of care. Anticipates/prevents and recognize/resolves early declines in patient condition and emergent situations. Manages assignment of complex patients and other unit demands. Proactively recognizes, determines a plan of action, and responds to situations, such as Rapid Response/CERTs, and emergency codes.
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   Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Role models highly developed assessment, clinical documentation, leadership and analytical skills; integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes at unit or service line level. Contributes to development of service line and hospital standards and guidelines.
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   Leads initiatives to improve quality and safety scores on the unit and hospital scorecards, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the inter professional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety. Assists with audits as needed.
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   Models independent time management effectively and prioritization of daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Actively participates in the stewardship and efficient utilization of resources and needs including unit capital and operational budgets. Collaborates with interprofessional health care team to facilitate patient throughput efficiently to meet organizational goals.
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   Implements department strategies to achieve financial target on unit-based scorecard and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to department specifications.
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  Growth/Innovation Essential Functions
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   Leads and identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to shared governance and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes.
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   Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as the clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs designed to improve quality and professional practice.
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   Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions to improve patient care or unit operations such as reduction of hospital readmissions or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in unit projects and shared governance activities.
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 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
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  EDUCATION
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   Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
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  Work Experience
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   Three years Critical Care Experience
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   One year in specialty preferred
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  Licenses And Certifications - Required
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   RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure -- Compact Licensure - Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) AND
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   ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
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   BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
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   Magnet-ANCC Recognized Certification (HM) within 6 months
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  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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   Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
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   Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
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   Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
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   Demonstrates expertise in operating the electronic medical record
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   Working knowledge of Microsoft products including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook
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   Acts as effective change agent
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   Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care
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   Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components
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   Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families
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   Demonstrates proficient time management skills
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   Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act
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   Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide
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  WORK ATTIRE
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   Uniform No
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   Scrubs Yes
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   Business professional No
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   Other (department approved) No
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  ON-CALL*
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   Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
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   On Call* No
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  TRAVEL**
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   Travel specifications may vary by department**
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   May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
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   May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
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 Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Registered Nurse | Virtual | Evening

MD Anderson Cancer Center

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 As a
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  Nurse Defense Auditor
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 in our
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  Hospital Billing &amp; Collections
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 department, your expertise ensures accurate reimbursement and supports patient access to life-saving care. This role combines clinical knowledge, insurance expertise, and critical thinking to resolve complex denials and audits-making a direct impact on patient outcomes and organizational success.
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 MD Anderson offers our employees:
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   Paid Medical Benefits for employees and eligible dependents
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   Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for work-life balance
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   Retirement Plans with employer contributions
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   Career Development Opportunities and tuition assistance
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   Additional perks such as wellness programs, employee discounts, and more
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 The primary purpose of the
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  Nurse Defense Audit Coordinator
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  Hospital Billing &amp; Collections department
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 is to utilize clinical expertise, insurance knowledge, business acumen, and strong communication skills to analyze patient accounts and invoices for retrospective approval of denied services and potential continued access needs. This role also includes conducting retrospective reviews and audits of patient accounts to complete Defense Audits.
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  Ideal Candidate:
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 A
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  Registered Nurse (RN)
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 with experience in
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  appeals
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  nurse defense auditing
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  Key Functions
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   Analyze invoices and accounts in the patient accounting system to prepare for appeals of third-party payer denials. Utilize Explanation of Benefits (EOB) and Remittance Advices to verify denials and identify possible avenues of appeal.
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   Contact third-party payers, insurance medical directors, case management, and utilization review to request reconsideration and/or appeal of claims requiring clinical intervention, ensuring comprehensive data is provided to justify appeals.
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   Evaluate and audit medical records to support Defense Audits, confirming services were provided and billed accurately. Review for overcharges and missing charges, and discuss findings with outside auditors.
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   Collaborate with Case Management and providers to ensure all medical necessity documentation is captured.
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   Coordinate appeal or audit processes and maintain appropriate follow-up on appealed/audited claims.
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   Update and document patient accounting system accurately and efficiently, including insurance, demographics, notations, and service codes.
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   Communicate with leadership regarding issues impacting future care needs and contract performance.
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   Demonstrate thorough knowledge of third-party payer claim requirements, UB04, HCFA1500, EOBs, and appeal timelines.
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   Maintain understanding of insurance guidelines for medical necessity review, including M&amp;R and InterQual, and working knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT codes.
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   Stay current on oncology clinical processes and outcomes, including clinical trials and related resources.
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   Perform related business office responsibilities with minimal supervision, demonstrating innovation, good judgment, and adherence to ethical and legal billing procedures.
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   Follow hospital and department policies and maintain confidentiality in all matters.
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   Actively contribute to a team approach, offering positive suggestions and ideas for improved revenue recovery and team success.
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  EDUCATION
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   Required: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
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   Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing.
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  Work Experience
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   Required: 5 years Experience in clinical nursing and 1 year Experience in utilization review.
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   May substitute preferred degree for two years of the five clinical nursing experience.
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   Preferred: Nurse Defense Audit experience, experience with insurance appeals, prior case management or business office experience.
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  Work Schedule
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 : This position is remote. Prefer Houston/local area.
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  LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
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   Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure State of Texas Professional Nursing License (RN). Upon Hire and
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   Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or
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   Required: CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire
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   Preferred: CM - Case Management Upon Hire
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   Preferred: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
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   Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
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 The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
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 This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
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 It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
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 Additional Information
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   Requisition ID: 177616
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   Employment Status: Full-Time
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   Employee Status: Regular
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   Work Week: Days
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   Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 89,000
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   Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 111,000
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   Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 133,000
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   FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
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   Fund Type: Hard
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   Work Location: Remote (within Texas only)
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   Pivotal Position: Yes
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   Referral Bonus Available?: No
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   Relocation Assistance Available?: No
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Nurse Defense Auditor

Baylor College of Medicine

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
The Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group is a collaboration between Baylor College of Medicine and CHI St. Luke's. This group seeks a committed physician for Primary Care role. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The position will report to a BCM department head and a director of BSLMG. Performance goals will be determined based on patient volume and production. The position does not require research, teaching or supervising responsibilities.</p><p></p><p><br>
Education Required: MD or DO Required</p><p>
Minimum Certification/Licensure: Licensed by the Texas Medical Board</p><p>
Location: Livingston</p></div></div></div><p></p><p><br>
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.</p></div><p></p>

Physician, Primary Care (Faculty Clinician) - Livingston, TX

University of Houston

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>495364
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</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><b>Department</b>: UH Level Core Facilities ULCF <b>Salary</b>: Minimum $ 49,400.00 Middle $ 63,000.00
<p><b>Description</b>:</p>
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Supervises the maintenance and daily activities of a scientific laboratory.
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1. Supervises the use of laboratory equipment and supplies; ensures equipment and instruments are functioning properly.
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2. Supervises maintenance personnel and/or student workers assigned to the lab.
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3. Repairs and/or modifies laboratory equipment, instruments and associated facilities.
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4. Procures parts, tools and supplies for repairs and modifications.
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5. Oversees the work of building maintenance personnel or outside contractors in the repair and maintenance of laboratory equipment and departmental facilities.
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6. Trains staff and students in laboratory procedures and techniques.
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7. Provides guidance to students, faculty and staff regarding the safe and proper operation of equipment and instruments; ensures safe working conditions in the laboratory.
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8. Tests components, instruments and equipment.
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9. Identifies and recommends purchases of new and replacement equipment and associated renovations to facilities.
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10. Maintains inventory and orders lab supplies.
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11. Conducts and maintains capital equipment inventory.
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12. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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MQ:
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Requires specialized training in basic trades, principles, procedures, practice, routines or techniques in a specific area or trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of education or training beyond the high school level. Vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment may be required. Requires a minimum of five (5) years of directly job-related experience.<br>
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Additional Job Posting Information:
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<ul><li>Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
</li><li>Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.
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Preferred Qualifications:<br>
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Applied Physics or Material Science</li></ul><br>
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Additional Job Information:</b><br>
<ul><li>M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Physics, or related discipline</li><li>3+ years of hands-on experience in electron microscopy</li><li>Proficiency in sample preparation and instrument maintenance, including Scanning TEM, FIB-SEM cross-sectioning, and EDS/EDX analysis, strong background in microscopy imaging software and data analysis</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external users</li><li>Ability to lift up to 30 pounds</li></ul></div>
<p>All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.</p>
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The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.</p></div></div></div></div>

Lab Maintenance Supervisor

Townsen Memorial Hospital

<div><div><b>Townsen Memorial</b> is seeking a <b>(PRN) Registered Nurse OR Circulator</b> for our <b>Med Center</b> location in <b>Houston, TX</b>!<br>
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Responsible for direct patient care effectively and efficiently, which may include patients with varied and complex needs. Assumes leadership roles with progressive responsibility to maintain patient care and safety.<br>
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<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</b><br>
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<ul><li>Develops and updates plan of care in partnership with patient and family using the nursing process, incorporating the patient priorities and abilities</li><li>Follows the nursing processes, modifies care based on continuous evaluation of the patient&rsquo;s condition</li><li>Demonstrates clinical problem-solving and critical thinking</li><li>Makes decisions using evidence based analytical approach</li><li>Plans for routine events and anticipates/prevents and manages/elevates emergent situations</li><li>Contributes to meeting quality and safety standards</li><li>Reports near misses as errors promptly and consistently to improve systems and processes to identify trends</li><li>Communicates in an active, positive, and effective manner to health care team members</li><li>Manages usual patient assignments and other area demands</li><li>Addresses patient needs during admission to the operating room</li><li>Prepares operating room according to requirements of patient/procedure being done</li><li>Supervises and direct patent care in a single operating room</li><li>Reviews patient medical records/needs to plan care with other health care team members</li><li>Maintains patient&rsquo;s privacy and dignity</li><li>Assist with identification and confirmation of operative sight</li><li>Accurately comprehends and interprets verbal orders/directions</li><li>Completes patient care responsibilities in a timely manner with accurate documentation</li><li>Organizes multiple priorities and anticipates/plans for potential problems</li><li>Uses down time efficiently, aware of other team member workloads and offers assistance</li><li>Responds to request for assistance from other team members positively</li><li>Implements initiative to achieve national patient safety goals; Works within the policy and procedures set forth by the facility</li><li>Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in the operating room</li><li>Assists in ensuring supplies and equipment are available for use</li><li>Perform assessments on patients within appropriate time frames</li><li>Models and reinforces behaviors consistent with goals for teaching the medical patient, communicates patient</li></ul>
status to the appropriate member of the healthcare team ad provide support to the family as needed<br>
<ul><li>Acts as clinical resource for staff</li><li>Communicates with the supervisor regarding patient care staff conflicts, and unusual occurrences</li><li>Maintains general overview of surgeons and their needs</li><li>Demonstrates mentoring ability when interacting with staff members</li><li>Maintains a safe environment for staff, patients, physicians and visitors</li><li>Monitors staff adherence to protocols and procedures</li><li>Monitors efficient room turnover</li><li>Verifies physician and ancillary personnel credentialing when in question</li><li>Maintains a working relationship with all staff</li><li>Maintains continuous communication with schedulers to help solve scheduling problems and/or operating room utilization</li><li>Completes or delegates the unit daily check/logs per policy and protocol</li><li>Directs, delegates, and oversees work efforts as appropriate to insure the best possible delivery of service</li><li>Provides leadership to staff, giving direction and guidance to staff as appropriate</li><li>Maintains accountability regarding patient care and unit operations</li><li>Works in cooperation with the Medical Staff to ensure regulations and accreditation standards are maintained</li><li>Follows all safety rules on the job and reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards</li><li>Ability to adequately diagnose, plan and implement nursing interventions and evaluate patient conditions</li><li>Compliance with facility policies and procedures</li><li>Compliance with continuing and mandatory education programs</li><li>Practices nursing within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of Texas and accepts responsibility and accountability for own actions</li><li>Possess appropriate communication skills to practice collaborative nursing</li><li>Ability to respond quickly, physically and mentally when priorities and/or patient&rsquo;s condition changes</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned</li></ul>
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<b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:</b><br>
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<ul><li>Nursing care for Intra-Operative patients</li><li>Operation of vital sign monitors</li><li>Assessment skills</li><li>A basic understanding of nursing diagnosis</li><li>Principles of Standard Precautions</li><li>IV Therapy</li><li>Basic computer skills</li><li>Must be able to perform skills and competencies</li></ul>
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<b>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:</b><br>
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<ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing</li><li>Registered Nurse in the State of Texas; License must remain active and unencumbered while employed.</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.</li><li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified.</li><li>Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified or must be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire.</li><li>One (1) year of previous Intra-Operative Care experience</li></ul></div>
<div></div><div><b>Townsen Memorial Hospital</b> is an accredited network of facilities with an emphasis on emergency care, outpatient surgery, and diagnostics and imaging. Our core mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care to those we serve. At Townsen Memorial we encompass diversity, dignity, and inclusiveness as a reflection of our core values. Townsen Memorial is committed to driving cutting edge healthcare to our patients, our communities and each other.</div>
<div></div><div><b>Please visit our website for more information</b>: https://townsenmemorial.com<br>
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<b>Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.</b></div></div>

Registered Nurse - Operating Room (PRN)

Harris County

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Description</b></h2></div><br>
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<b>About </b><b>The Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD):</b><br>
The Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) is one of the largest probation departments in the United States, supervising more than 70,000 individuals and employing over 600 staff members across 6 locations. We provide a wide range of services including community supervision, outpatient counseling, cognitive-behavioral programming, and residential treatment, designed to strengthen our clients&rsquo; abilities and support their long-term success. With a focus on utilizing evidence-based practices, we aim to improve outcomes and reduce recidivism for all clients under supervision.<br>
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<b>Position Overview:</b><br>
The Felony Mental Health Court (FMHC) Clinician is part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team changing lives for justice involved individuals with severe mental health and potential substance abuse concerns. The FMHC Clinician plays a crucial role in assisting the Judge in determining alternatives to incarceration for individuals with severe mental illness. The FMHC Clinician is responsible for conducting comprehensive clinical and risk assessments to provide clinical and supervision recommendations to the Court, managing mental health crises, providing individual and group treatment and related documentation for dual diagnosed Clients, maintains contact with external treatment providers and stake holders, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support clients participating in the FMHC.<br>
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<b>Duties and Responsibilities:</b><ul><li>
Provides services to clients with diverse criminal backgrounds.</li><li>
Conducts initial and subsequent comprehensive assessments by completing a clinical evaluation and administering the Texas Risk Assessment System (TRAS) to determine Client eligibility to participate in the FMHC Court, the clients&rsquo; risk for recidivism, clinical diagnostic assessments, treatment and supervision recommendations, strengths and barriers, and biopsychosocial needs.</li><li>
Obtains and reviews available collateral records from various criminal justice databases and other sources.</li><li>
Gathers additional information and history from available collateral contacts.</li><li>
Conducts formal and informal Client interviews and assessments, applying professional and clinical judgement to ask pertinent follow-up and clarifying questions. These interviews may be conducted in person or virtually.</li><li>
Evaluate findings from the Client interview and collateral records to effectively score the Texas Risk Assessment (TRAS) tool, determine the presence of mental health and/or substance abuse disorders, synthesizes assessment results and produce a clinical formulation.</li><li>
Composes detailed and professionally written reports that include pertinent information gathered throughout the assessment process, which include details from client interviews, collateral sources, TRAS results, and diagnostic findings. Strong writing abilities are essential for success in this function.</li><li>
Utilizes assessment results to formulate individual recommendations concerning FMHC eligibility, a client&rsquo;s level of intervention, and case management strategies. Assessment reports and recommendations are shared with the FMHC Judge and Court personnel to make informed decisions.</li><li>
Presents overview of client&rsquo;s presentation, relevant diagnoses, risk/needs areas, psychosocial history and identified clinical needs to FMHC Team during interdisciplinary staffing.</li><li>
Engages in on-going assessment of emerging Client needs to provide subsequent recommendations regarding the individual&rsquo;s re-entry plan.</li><li>
Obtains weekly clinical updates from external treatment providers, enters them into the electronic case management system, and shares relevant updates with the interdisciplinary team during weekly staffing and as appropriate.</li><li>
Reviews treatment progress in Harris County Jail medical records.</li><li>
Facilitate psychotherapeutic and psychoeducational groups, including preparing and delivering weekly curriculum sessions, leading psychoeducational and skill-building activities, guiding participant reflection, documenting attendance/progress, and collaborating with multidisciplinary partners to support program goals.</li><li>
Provides individual and group-based treatment using the Changing Lives Changing Outcomes (CLCO) curriculum to identified FMHC dual diagnosis Clients, completing associated documentation by required deadlines, and entering said documentation in the electronic case management system. Requires visually and audibly observing clients in the group and individual setting.</li><li>
Delivers direct clinical interventions to FMHC Clients and support systems.</li><li>
Triages and manages psychiatric crises.</li><li>
Works collaboratively with the FMHC Judge and interdisciplinary team to support Clients&rsquo; successful completion of community supervision.</li><li>
Participate in clinical and interdisciplinary staffing.</li><li>
Ensures accurate and timely entries in the electronic case management systems.</li><li>
Review work and reports are required.</li><li>
Travel to Court, other HCCSCD locations or off-site locations for meetings and/or training as required.</li><li>
Monitors and adheres to deadlines to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with policy, grant standards, funding and licensure requirements, and special conditions of community supervision.</li><li>
Maintains professional and effective communication, including email correspondence, with judges, attorneys, prosecutors, court personnel, law enforcement officials, CSCD personnel, victims, and community members.</li><li>
Participate in team, unit and departmental meetings.</li><li>
Regularly interfaces with external stakeholders.</li><li>
Supervises undergraduate social work interns when applicable.</li><li>
All other duties identified by the FMHC Program Manager, Treatment Services Manager, CAST Director, or other HCCSCD Administrative/Executive Team.</li><li>
IV. Nonessential Functions:</li><li>
Works collaboratively with other personnel.</li><li>
Fosters a positive work environment by communicating and behaving cooperatively, respectfully and amicably with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.</li><li>
Perform other related duties as assigned.</li><li>
Work overtime as required.</li></ul><b>
Other Duties:</b><ul><li>
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</li></ul><div><b><br>
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer</b></div><div>
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx</div><div><div>
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net</div></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Education and Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Social Work, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology or a related field.</li><li>
Two (2) years&rsquo; experience as a licensed clinician.</li><li>
Meets the minimum requirements for access to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS).</li></ul><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b><ul><li>
Competency in clinical disorders, differential diagnosis, current treatment methods, and in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual-5-TR is required.</li><li>
The successful candidate will demonstrate conscientiousness, openness to learning, flexibility/adaptability to change, and the ability to thrive within a dynamic workplace.</li></ul><br>
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Licensure and Certification:</b><ul><li>
Must possess active Texas licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-A), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).</li><li>
Must become Texas Risk Assessment System (TRAS) certified within the first two (2) attempts and maintain certification..<ul><li><b><i>
Failure to pass the certification may result in termination of employment.</i></b><br>
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Must have a valid Texas Class C Automobile Operator&rsquo;s License or Texas Identification Card.</li></ul><b>
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<b>NOTE</b><b>:</b> Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but<b> ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. &quot;See Resume&quot;</b><b> will not be accepted for qualifications.</b></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferences</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Work experience and/or clinical training in correctional/forensic settings is preferred.</li></ul></div><br>
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<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Regular Full-time</div></li><li><div>
40 Hours Weekly</div></li><li><div>
Schedule hours will range between:</div><ul><li><div>
6:30 AM to 9:00 PM Monday - Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:00PM on Fridays</div></li><li><div>
Flexibility in work schedule/work location is required and determined by program needs.</div></li></ul></li></ul><div><b>
Salary:</b></div><ul><li><div>
$6,812.83 (=$39.30 Hourly) - $7,923.31 (=$45.71 Hourly)</div></li><li>
Depends on Qualifications</li><li><div>
Based on 26 Pay Periods</div></li></ul><div><b>
Work Environment and Physical Demands:</b></div><ul><li><div>
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting, although there is an opportunity to work remotely on designated days after the introductory period and the employee is in good standing.</div></li><li><div>
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with court personnel, co-workers and Clients, as well as visually and auditorily observe clients during individual and group settings for assessment and treatment purposes.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Location:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Harris County, Texas</div></li></ul><b>
Reporting Relationships:</b><ul><li>
Reports To Position: FMHC Program Manager</li></ul><div><b><br>
NOTE: </b><b>THIS IS NOT A CONTRACT POSITION. EMPLOYMENT AT WILL POLICY APPLIES.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.</b></div><div></div><div><div><b><br>
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.</b></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS</b></div><div>Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.</div><div></div><br>
<div>The following benefits are offered <b>only</b> to Harris County employees in <b>regular</b><b> </b><b>(full-time)</b> positions:</div><div><br>
Health &amp; Wellness Benefits</div><ul><li>Medical Coverage</li><li>Dental Coverage</li><li>Vision Coverage</li><li>Wellness Plan</li><li>Life Insurance </li><li>Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>Healthcare Flexible Spending Account</li><li>Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account</li></ul><div>Paid Time Off (PTO)</div><ul><li>Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)</li><li>Eleven (11) County-observed holidays</li><li>One (1) floating holiday per year</li><li>Paid Parental Leave*</li><li>Sick Leave</li></ul><div>Retirement Savings Benefit</div><ul><li>457 Deferred Compensation Plan</li></ul><div></div><br>
<div>The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in <b>full-time</b> and select <b>part-time</b> positions:</div><ul><li>Professional learning &amp; development opportunities</li><li>Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) </li><li>Flexible work schedule*</li><li>METRO RideSponsor Program*</li></ul><br>
<ul><li><i>Participation may vary by County department. The </i><i>employee benefits plans of </i><i>Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health &amp; Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.</i></li></ul><div></div><br>
<div>In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.</div><div></div><br>
<div><b>For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits &amp; Wellness website:</b></div><div>www.benefitsathctx.com</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Felony Mental Health Court - Court Clinician (Adult Probation)

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