Description Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.</li><li>Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.</li><li>Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.</li><li>Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.</li><li>Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.</li></ul> Job Requirements: Education/Skills<ul><li>Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred</li></ul>Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li>BLS required</li><li>RN License in state of employment or compact</li></ul> Position Requirements: Education/Skills<ul><li>All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.</li><li>New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an Emergency Department- specific competency validation.</li><li>All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software.</li><li>Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.</li></ul>Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li>Current ACLS certification required</li><li>Current PALS certification required</li></ul>In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Credential Grace Periods: If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level.<ul><li>Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate. </li><li>Any Candidate/Associatewho doesnothave at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty. </li></ul> Credential Grace Periods for Experienced Associates Grace Periods for New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty Basic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. STABLE (Neonatal Education) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM Work Type: Per Diem As Needed<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?TyjQeh3p4%2fNrqwUpNsipfgm" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse**

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to focus on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
- Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice.
- Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
- Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
- Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, family members, and/or caregivers; identifies issues and resources.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
- 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
- BLS required.
- RN License in state of employment or compact.
- Current ACLS certification required.
- Current PALS certification required.

**Position Requirements**

- All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
- New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial onboarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an Emergency Department-specific competency validation.
- All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software.
- Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.

**Credential Grace Periods**

- Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate.
- Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty.

**Work Schedule**

7 PM - 7 AM

**Work Type**

Per Diem As Needed

Registered Nurse-ECC Emergency Care-PRN

Description Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.</li><li>Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.</li><li>Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.</li><li>Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.</li><li>Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.</li></ul> Job Requirements: Education/Skills<ul><li>Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred</li></ul>Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li>BLS required</li><li>RN License in state of employment or compact</li></ul> Position Requirements: Education/Skills<ul><li>All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.</li><li>New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an Emergency Department- specific competency validation.</li><li>All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software.</li><li>Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.</li></ul>Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li>Current ACLS certification required</li><li>Current PALS certification required</li></ul>In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Credential Grace Periods: If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level.<ul><li>Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate. </li><li>Any Candidate/Associatewho doesnothave at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty. </li></ul> Credential Grace Periods for Experienced Associates Grace Periods for New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty Basic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. STABLE (Neonatal Education) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM Work Type: Per Diem As Needed<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?109kPZC%2b8Q9NYviFwuu0rAl" width="0" height="0" />

Description Summary: The Emergency Department Technician requires the skills and knowledge of many areas such as: ED Tech, Patient Registrar, Unit Clerk, and Monitor Tech. The Emergency Department Tech performs a variety of RN delegated tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse. He/she assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with training, competence and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately stocked and safe patient environment. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Assists with admission, transfer, and discharges of patients. Commensurate with training, observes patient's condition, recognizes changes in patient status, and reports findings to the RN. Escorts stable patients to other departments as required. Cleans, procures, and returns equipment and supplies. Assists with ordering and maintaining stock items. Maintains competency to perform special procedures such as: venipuncture, splinting, staple and suture removal, nonsterile dressing changes, peak expiration flow rate, pulse oximetry, and crutch training. As delegated, sets up for Emergency Department procedures and assists the RN as directed. As delegated by the RN, operates patient monitoring equipment, records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers, and glucometer readings. Performs phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered, and inserts saline lock under the direction of the RN. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs duties of a clerical and non-nursing nature on the nursing units. Activities include serving as a receptionist for the unit, transcribing orders and requesting items for patient care, and assisting with maintaining patient, unit, and hospital records. As a Patient Registrar - Greet all patients as they arrive in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner; Demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of customer service principles, and departmental expectations regarding customer service. Show concern for patient problems and ensure comfort of the patient while waiting to be registered or seen by the provider. Document in the computer system all necessary demographic, insurance, and financial information. Compile or retrieve scheduled reports from computer system. Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills A High School Diploma or GED is preferred Completion of one of the following educational programs or previous CHRISTUS Emergency Technician experience is required: Nursing Assistant program Medical Assistant program Basic EMT program, Intermediate EMT program PT Care Tech program Military basic combat training and Advanced Individual Training for military medics Experience 1 - 2 years of patient care experience in an acute care hospital, emergency department, EMT field/Emergency Care, or military medic setting preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required Must maintain one of the following certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of employment Certified Medical Assistant Certified Patient Care Tech Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) national registry or state license In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?rejziz%2bYbr2RjLiG4WM93gw" width="0" height="0" />

**Emergency Department Technician**

The Emergency Department Technician requires the skills and knowledge of many areas such as: ED Tech, Patient Registrar, Unit Clerk, and Monitor Tech. The Emergency Department Tech performs a variety of RN delegated tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse. He/she assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with training, competence, and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately stocked, and safe patient environment.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Assists with admission, transfer, and discharges of patients.
- Commensurate with training, observes patient's condition, recognizes changes in patient status, and reports findings to the RN.
- Escorts stable patients to other departments as required.
- Cleans, procures, and returns equipment and supplies.
- Assists with ordering and maintaining stock items.
- Maintains competency to perform special procedures such as: venipuncture, splinting, staple and suture removal, nonsterile dressing changes, peak expiration flow rate, pulse oximetry, and crutch training.
- As delegated, sets up for Emergency Department procedures and assists the RN as directed.
- As delegated by the RN, operates patient monitoring equipment, records rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers, and glucometer readings.
- Performs phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered, and inserts saline lock under the direction of the RN.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
- Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs duties of a clerical and non-nursing nature on the nursing units. Activities include serving as a receptionist for the unit, transcribing orders and requesting items for patient care, and assisting with maintaining patient, unit, and hospital records.
- As a Patient Registrar: Greet all patients as they arrive in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner; demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of customer service principles and departmental expectations regarding customer service. Show concern for patient problems and ensure comfort of the patient while waiting to be registered or seen by the provider. Document in the computer system all necessary demographic, insurance, and financial information. Compile or retrieve scheduled reports from the computer system.
- Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- A High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
- Completion of one of the following educational programs or previous CHRISTUS Emergency Technician experience is required: Nursing Assistant program, Medical Assistant program, Basic EMT program, Intermediate EMT program, Patient Care Tech program, Military basic combat training and Advanced Individual Training for military medics.
- 1 - 2 years of patient care experience in an acute care hospital, emergency department, EMT field/Emergency Care, or military medic setting preferred.

**Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications**

- BLS required.
- Must maintain one of the following certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of employment, Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Patient Care Tech, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) national registry or state license. In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

**Work Schedule**

Multiple shifts available.

**Work Type**

Full Time.

Emergency Department Tech - Mt Pleasant Emergency Care

Description Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients; families; licensed personnel; insurance companies and third-party payers. Demonstrates a professional and caring manner. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care. Accurate Data Entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts. Insurance Verification and recording of Statistics. Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits. Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred. Experience 1 year of medical office experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required. BLS required. Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?YLUKV5uqR4zH6kkTlbNHegx" width="0" height="0" />

**Certified Medical Assistant**

The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care, including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients, families, licensed personnel, insurance companies, and third-party payers. This role requires a professional and caring manner.

**Job Description**

- Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care
- Accurate data entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts
- Insurance verification and recording of statistics
- Assisting with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits
- Other duties as assigned

**Requirements**

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 1 year of medical office experience preferred
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required
- BLS required

**Work Schedule**

- 8 AM - 5 PM Monday-Friday

**Work Type**

- Full Time

Medical Assistant Certified - Primary Family Medicine

Description Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients; families; licensed personnel; insurance companies and third-party payers. Demonstrates a professional and caring manner. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care. Accurate Data Entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts. Insurance Verification and recording of Statistics. Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits. Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred. Experience 1 year of medical office experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required. BLS required. Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?YOS8w84pdjyM0WQS7mF0ywa" width="0" height="0" />

**Certified Medical Assistant**

The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care, including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients, families, licensed personnel, insurance companies, and third-party payers. This role requires a professional and caring manner.

**Job Description**

- Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care
- Accurate data entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts
- Insurance verification and recording of statistics
- Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits
- Other duties as assigned

**Requirements**

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 1 year of medical office experience preferred
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required
- BLS required

**Work Schedule**

- 8 AM - 5 PM Monday-Friday

**Work Type**

- Full Time

CMA, Certified Medical Assistant - Specialty Neurosurgery - Full Time

Description CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services. The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine Accredited Chest Pain Center Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team Summary: The Trauma Registrar will provide data entry support for the Trauma Registry. The Trauma Registrar will be responsible for assistance in maintaining the CHRISTUS Health Care System's Trauma Registry in compliance with all requirements of the Department of State Health Services, as outlined in the State Trauma Rules. The Trauma Registry is critical to the development and maintenance of an effective performance improvement program for trauma. The Trauma Registry also provides data needed for research and epidemiological studies. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Provides clerical, statistical, and informational support to the Trauma Service. Maintains a database to allow for easy retrieval of trauma statistics. Accurately identifying trauma patients, abstracting requisite data, and entering them into the trauma registry based on trauma inclusion criteria. The ability to perform ICD-10 and Abbreviated Injury Scaling (AIS) coding. Updates and maintains all trauma registry records including essential elements as defined by trauma center leadership, State Designating Department, National Trauma Data Standards, and Trauma Quality Improvement Program (TQIP), as indicated based on trauma center level of designation. Demonstrates proficiency in capturing and entering data that contributes to accurate calculations of ISS, Trauma Score, TRISS, Probability of Survival Score; GCS, ICD/AIS coding, among others. Completes record abstraction, entry, and validation, in compliance with American College of Surgeons (ACS), State Designating Department, and the current policies and practices of the Trauma Program. Completes data uploads to regional, state, and national registries as required by State Designating Department and the ACS. Maintains confidentiality of written and verbal communication, autopsy reports, mortality and morbidity data, performance improvement activities and peer review data. Participates in trauma-related activities within their Regional Advisory Council, as requested. Participates in ongoing education regarding TQIP, if applicable, and other trauma related topics. Consistently promotes a professional image in demeanor, appearance, attitude, and behaviors. Supports Trauma Program initiatives such as injury prevention, outreach, and education as directed. Responsible for other duties assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High school diploma or equivalent years of experience required Trauma Registry software training is required within 90 days of employment Must accrue 24 hours of trauma-related continuing education during the designation/verification period (3 years) The following courses are required within 12 months of hire Abbreviated Injury Scale course by the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) ICD-10 course in trauma; needs to be renewed every 5 years A Trauma registrar course by the American Trauma Society (ATS) Experience 1 to 2 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist (CAISS) certification preferred Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?L3%2fOKi5C1zj7uyNal2OVuAc" width="0" height="0" />

**Trauma Registrar**

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services. The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab, and surgical suites. A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine, it is an Accredited Chest Pain Center and has an Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team.

**Job Description**

- Provide data entry support for the Trauma Registry.
- Assist in maintaining the CHRISTUS Health Care System's Trauma Registry in compliance with all requirements of the Department of State Health Services, as outlined in the State Trauma Rules.
- Maintain a database to allow for easy retrieval of trauma statistics.
- Accurately identify trauma patients, abstract requisite data, and enter them into the trauma registry based on trauma inclusion criteria.
- Perform ICD-10 and Abbreviated Injury Scaling (AIS) coding.
- Update and maintain all trauma registry records including essential elements as defined by trauma center leadership, State Designating Department, National Trauma Data Standards, and Trauma Quality Improvement Program (TQIP).
- Demonstrate proficiency in capturing and entering data that contributes to accurate calculations of ISS, Trauma Score, TRISS, Probability of Survival Score; GCS, ICD/AIS coding, among others.
- Complete record abstraction, entry, and validation in compliance with American College of Surgeons (ACS), State Designating Department, and the current policies and practices of the Trauma Program.
- Complete data uploads to regional, state, and national registries as required by State Designating Department and the ACS.
- Maintain confidentiality of written and verbal communication, autopsy reports, mortality and morbidity data, performance improvement activities, and peer review data.
- Participate in trauma-related activities within their Regional Advisory Council, as requested.
- Participate in ongoing education regarding TQIP, if applicable, and other trauma-related topics.
- Consistently promote a professional image in demeanor, appearance, attitude, and behaviors.
- Support Trauma Program initiatives such as injury prevention, outreach, and education as directed.
- Responsible for other duties assigned.

**Requirements**

- High school diploma or equivalent years of experience required.
- Trauma Registry software training is required within 90 days of employment.
- Must accrue 24 hours of trauma-related continuing education during the designation/verification period (3 years).
- The following courses are required within 12 months of hire:
  - Abbreviated Injury Scale course by the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM).
  - ICD-10 course in trauma; needs to be renewed every 5 years.
  - A Trauma registrar course by the American Trauma Society (ATS).
  
**Experience**

- 1 to 2 years of experience preferred.

**Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications**

- Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist (CAISS) certification preferred.

**Work Schedule**

- 8 AM - 5 PM Monday-Friday

**Work Type**

- Full Time

Trauma Registrar - ECC Trauma

Description Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients; families; licensed personnel; insurance companies and third-party payers. Demonstrates a professional and caring manner. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care. Accurate Data Entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts. Insurance Verification and recording of Statistics. Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits. Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred. Experience 1 year of medical office experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required. BLS required. Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?QCpNBDQkgIuf%2bkxgWafXtQd" width="0" height="0" />

Medical Assistant Certified - Orthopedic Surgery

Description Summary: The Nursing Assistant is qualified to attend to the needs of the Patient area, performing duties as indicated by the responsibilities checked above under the direct supervision of the unit charge person. The Nursing Assistant is trained in the delivery of age appropriate care by hospital policy. Performs assigned tasks in accordance with the hospital's philosophy, values, standards, policies, and procedures. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Vital signs are completed and reported. Answers telephone, records necessary information, and routes calls or message to appropriate personnel. Keeps patients' records current. Notifies the nurse of any significant changes in patient condition within 5 minutes of identification. Requisitions supplies and equipment. Returns all films by the end of the shift. Transports patient as indicated. Obtains x-rays and medical records as indicated. Assist in the chemotherapy area as needed. Keeps ample blank charts available for new patients. Types correspondence, reports, and photocopies information as indicated. Ensures that all charts are supplied with appropriate forms for documentation. Relays messages to the appropriate caregiver within 5-10 minutes of receiving message. Prioritizes orders in the order entry system in a timely and accurate manner. All reports are posted in a timely and accurate manner. Schedules patient's appointments with the physician's office, other departments and follow-up. Uses computer system(s) appropriately. Assists others as necessary, always using time constructively. Pre-admits all patients prior to the patient's day of initial consultation Answers telephone properly, screening calls, pulling charts, and relaying messages to appropriate staff in a professional manner. Demonstrates ability to recognize priorities and deal with them appropriately. Order entry for radiology and laboratory procedures Collects co-pays and takes monies to the appropriate area. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Experience Previous experience as a Nurse Assistant in a hospital setting preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: 6AM - 6PM 12 HR Shift Work Type: Per Diem As Needed<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?43QUVNYFlvE7gx1QvaCHyAb" width="0" height="0" />

**Nursing Assistant**

The Nursing Assistant is qualified to attend to the needs of the patient area, performing duties as indicated by the responsibilities checked above under the direct supervision of the unit charge person. The Nursing Assistant is trained in the delivery of age-appropriate care by hospital policy. Performs assigned tasks in accordance with the hospital's philosophy, values, standards, policies, and procedures.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Vital signs are completed and reported.
- Answers telephone, records necessary information, and routes calls or messages to appropriate personnel.
- Keeps patients' records current.
- Notifies the nurse of any significant changes in patient condition within 5 minutes of identification.
- Requisitions supplies and equipment.
- Returns all films by the end of the shift.
- Transports patients as indicated.
- Obtains x-rays and medical records as indicated.
- Assists in the chemotherapy area as needed.
- Keeps ample blank charts available for new patients.
- Types correspondence, reports, and photocopies information as indicated.
- Ensures that all charts are supplied with appropriate forms for documentation.
- Relays messages to the appropriate caregiver within 5-10 minutes of receiving the message.
- Prioritizes orders in the order entry system in a timely and accurate manner.
- All reports are posted in a timely and accurate manner.
- Schedules patients' appointments with the physician's office, other departments, and follow-up.
- Uses computer system(s) appropriately.
- Assists others as necessary, always using time constructively.
- Pre-admits all patients prior to the patient's day of initial consultation.
- Answers telephone properly, screening calls, pulling charts, and relaying messages to appropriate staff in a professional manner.
- Demonstrates ability to recognize priorities and deal with them appropriately.
- Order entry for radiology and laboratory procedures.
- Collects co-pays and takes monies to the appropriate area.

**Requirements**

- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience as a Nurse Assistant in a hospital setting preferred.
- BLS required.

**Work Schedule**

- 6 AM - 6 PM
- 12 HR Shift
- Work Type: Per Diem As Needed

Nursing Assistant - Acute MedSurgical D

Description Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients; families; licensed personnel; insurance companies and third-party payers. Demonstrates a professional and caring manner. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care. Accurate Data Entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts. Insurance Verification and recording of Statistics. Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits. Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred. Experience 1 year of medical office experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required. BLS required. Work Schedule: 7AM - 5PM Work Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?bWrpFRMJ7jFW1svoLQ%2fVXgv" width="0" height="0" />

**Certified Medical Assistant**

The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care, including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients, families, licensed personnel, insurance companies, and third-party payers. This role requires a professional and caring manner.

**Job Description**

- Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care
- Accurate data entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts
- Insurance verification and recording of statistics
- Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits
- Other duties as assigned

**Requirements**

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- 1 year of medical office experience preferred
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required
- BLS required

**Work Schedule**

- 7 AM - 5 PM

**Work Type**

- Full Time

Medical Assistant Certified - Administration

Description CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - San Marcos, which originated in 1923 as Hays County Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Memorial Hospital, opened at its current Wonder World Drive location in 1983. Our staff of more than 700 Associates works with more than 300 active and consulting physicians to provide quality services to patients and their families. For more than 20 consecutive years, we have been named The Best Hospital in Hays County in the annual "Best of Hays" publication released by the San Marcos Daily Record. In addition to interventional cardiac services, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - San Marcos is a Certified Chest Pain Center and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. We lead the region in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery and offers a variety of specialty care services including medical imaging, rehabilitation, hospice, women's services and more. Summary: Provides continual surveillance of electronic monitors for one or more patients in a centralized telemetry monitoring station, with the ability to recognize normal and abnormal rhythms. Documents changes in rhythm and reports these changes timely and according to established protocol. Requires thorough knowledge of arrhythmia recognition. Responsible for assuring monitoring equipment and supplies are available and ready for use. May also provide pulse oximetry monitoring and reporting. Responsibilities: Responsible for constant electro-cardiographic monitoring of patients. Is aware of baseline rhythm for all patients being monitored. Communicates changes in rhythms, ectopy, etc., immediately to appropriate Nursing staff; ensures all communications are documented appropriately. Provides accurate documentation of information obtained from the cardiac monitoring equipment. May be required to log pulse oximetry readings and report any alarms and/or deviation from normal parameters to the healthcare team. Accurately performs clerical tasks related to the patient's medical record, places reports (strip reviews, alarm records) on the medical record in a timely manner if applicable for the facility/location. Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team. Communicates appropriately with physicians, staff members, and patient/family members. Facilitates communication to appropriate caregivers. Responsible for assuring equipment and supplies are available and ready for use. Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Performs assigned department maintenance duties. Ensures equipment is clean and functioning properly. Notifies Director and/or Biomedical Engineering of any malfunctions in a timely manner. Demonstrates professionalism in teamwork and communication. Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients in adherence with HIPAA. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: Education/Skills High school diploma or equivalent required Must possess good written and oral communication skills Experience EKG/arrhythmia interpretation background highly preferred Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Successful completion of an EKG class required within 90 days of hire/transfer date BLS certification preferred (AHA) Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM Work Type: Part Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?109kPZC%2b8Q%2fTHdX5Vd0qQQl" width="0" height="0" />

**Telemetry Monitor Technician**

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - San Marcos, which originated in 1923 as Hays County Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Memorial Hospital, opened at its current Wonder World Drive location in 1983. Our staff of more than 700 associates works with more than 300 active and consulting physicians to provide quality services to patients and their families. For more than 20 consecutive years, we have been named The Best Hospital in Hays County in the annual "Best of Hays" publication released by the San Marcos Daily Record. In addition to interventional cardiac services, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - San Marcos is a Certified Chest Pain Center and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. We lead the region in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery and offer a variety of specialty care services including medical imaging, rehabilitation, hospice, women's services, and more.

**Job Description**

- Provides continual surveillance of electronic monitors for one or more patients in a centralized telemetry monitoring station, with the ability to recognize normal and abnormal rhythms.
- Documents changes in rhythm and reports these changes timely and according to established protocol.
- Responsible for assuring monitoring equipment and supplies are available and ready for use.
- May also provide pulse oximetry monitoring and reporting.
- Responsible for constant electro-cardiographic monitoring of patients.
- Is aware of baseline rhythm for all patients being monitored.
- Communicates changes in rhythms, ectopy, etc., immediately to appropriate nursing staff; ensures all communications are documented appropriately.
- Provides accurate documentation of information obtained from the cardiac monitoring equipment.
- May be required to log pulse oximetry readings and report any alarms and/or deviation from normal parameters to the healthcare team.
- Accurately performs clerical tasks related to the patient's medical record, places reports (strip reviews, alarm records) on the medical record in a timely manner if applicable for the facility/location.
- Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team.
- Communicates appropriately with physicians, staff members, and patient/family members.
- Facilitates communication to appropriate caregivers.
- Responsible for assuring equipment and supplies are available and ready for use.
- Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Performs assigned department maintenance duties.
- Ensures equipment is clean and functioning properly.
- Notifies Director and/or Biomedical Engineering of any malfunctions in a timely manner.
- Demonstrates professionalism in teamwork and communication.
- Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients in adherence with HIPAA.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must possess good written and oral communication skills.
- EKG/arrhythmia interpretation background highly preferred.
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
- Successful completion of an EKG class required within 90 days of hire/transfer date.
- BLS certification preferred (AHA).

**Work Schedule**

- 7 PM - 7 AM

**Work Type**

- Part Time

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