Multiple Locations, OH Family / Internal Medicine Physicians - Primary Care For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As a part of the OptumCare network, Unity Health Network is seeking Primary Care physicians to join our growing team at various locations throughout Ohio. At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing physician-led care locally. Open to the following: Med Ped Physician, Family, and Internal Medicine Primary Responsibilities: <ul> <li> Compliance with all coding and documentation requirements </li> <li> Practice evidence-based medicine </li> <li> Outpatient </li> <li> Establishes and maintains effective relationships with members, facility staff, and other collaborating physicians/providers </li> <li> Completes follow-up and post-hospital assessments according to documented standard operating procedure </li> <li> Participates in management meetings that include, but may not limited to: <ul> <li> Weekly case conference reviews </li> <li> Monthly staff meetings </li> <li> Schedule Joint Operating Committee meetings </li> <li> Quarterly Quality Improvement Committee meetings </li> <li> Continuing education/journal club programs </li> </ul> </li> <li> Implements HEDIS measure campaigns and other quality initiatives as directed by Corporate Health Services to ensure the highest standards of care and to promote the improvement of care management and delivery </li> <li> Requires participation in clinical on-call program </li> <li> Keeps current on relevant medical and nursing research, technology, and related issues by attending continuing education courses, professional meetings, and journal reviews Perform related duties as necessary and other duties as assigned </li> </ul> Position Highlights Our Family Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics network consists of a broad scope of providers and medical services. Physician-led, patient centered team-based environment, offering a value-based practice model with a diversified patient base, competitive salary, and benefits <ul> <li> Fewer patients per day, longer patient visits </li> <li> Flexible scheduling options </li> <li> Provide care across the continuum, focusing on value-based care and supported by a robust team of specialists </li> <li> Procedures can include, but not limited to simple skin surgery, fracture care, joint injections, etc. </li> <li> Full-time, schedule 4.5 workdays per week </li> <li> Open to BC/BE Family, Internal, Med/Peds physicians </li> <li> Must be comfortable working with advanced providers </li> </ul> Compensation & Benefits Highlights: Optum's robust compensation and benefits package includes: <ul> <li> Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company </li> <li> Competitive compensation model </li> <li> 401k Plan </li> <li> CME Time & Allowance </li> <li> Excellent PTO package </li> <li> Retirement package including employer funded contributions </li> <li> Company paid malpractice insurance. </li> <li> Short term/Long term Disability </li> <li> Stock Purchase Plan </li> <li> Clinician learning and development programs </li> </ul> You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: <ul> <li> Unrestricted medical licensure in the state of Ohio, or able to obtain </li> <li> Active and unrestricted DEA License, or ability to obtain </li> <li> Board certified M.D. or D.O. or eligible Family or Internal Medicine </li> <li> On call participation </li> <li> Maintenance of privileges with no restrictions at hospital where procedures will be performed </li> </ul> Preferred Qualifications: <ul> <li> 2+ years of clinical experience </li> <li> Medicine-pediatrics experience </li> <li> Interest in teaching </li> </ul> At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?0KUoOrworiUCGuvNqnRrEww" width="0" height="0" />

**Family / Internal Medicine Physicians - Primary Care**

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a part of the OptumCare network, Unity Health Network is seeking Primary Care physicians to join our growing team at various locations throughout Ohio. At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing physician-led care locally.

**Primary Responsibilities:**

- Compliance with all coding and documentation requirements
- Practice evidence-based medicine
- Outpatient
- Establishes and maintains effective relationships with members, facility staff, and other collaborating physicians/providers
- Completes follow-up and post-hospital assessments according to documented standard operating procedure
- Participates in management meetings that include, but may not limited to:
  - Weekly case conference reviews
  - Monthly staff meetings
  - Schedule Joint Operating Committee meetings
  - Quarterly Quality Improvement Committee meetings
  - Continuing education/journal club programs
- Implements HEDIS measure campaigns and other quality initiatives as directed by Corporate Health Services to ensure the highest standards of care and to promote the improvement of care management and delivery
- Requires participation in clinical on-call program
- Keeps current on relevant medical and nursing research, technology, and related issues by attending continuing education courses, professional meetings, and journal reviews
- Perform related duties as necessary and other duties as assigned

**Position Highlights:**

Our Family Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics network consists of a broad scope of providers and medical services. Physician-led, patient centered team-based environment, offering a value-based practice model with a diversified patient base, competitive salary, and benefits.

- Fewer patients per day, longer patient visits
- Flexible scheduling options
- Provide care across the continuum, focusing on value-based care and supported by a robust team of specialists
- Procedures can include, but not limited to simple skin surgery, fracture care, joint injections, etc.
- Full-time, schedule 4.5 workdays per week
- Open to BC/BE Family, Internal, Med/Peds physicians
- Must be comfortable working with advanced providers

**Compensation & Benefits Highlights:**

Optum's robust compensation and benefits package includes:

- Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
- Competitive compensation model
- 401k Plan
- CME Time & Allowance
- Excellent PTO package
- Retirement package including employer funded contributions
- Company paid malpractice insurance
- Short term/Long term Disability
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Clinician learning and development programs

**Required Qualifications:**

- Unrestricted medical licensure in the state of Ohio, or able to obtain
- Active and unrestricted DEA License, or ability to obtain
- Board certified M.D. or D.O. or eligible Family or Internal Medicine
- On call participation
- Maintenance of privileges with no restrictions at hospital where procedures will be performed

**Preferred Qualifications:**

- 2+ years of clinical experience
- Medicine-pediatrics experience
- Interest in teaching

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants

Optum Unity Health - Primary Care Physician - Stow, OH

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports the Organization mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the Organization Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and Organization policy requirements. Provides direct nursing care pre, during and post procedure, under the direction of the Facility Manager, Director of Nursing and/or Charge Registered Nurse, utilizing standard nursing techniques to assist the physician in optimum patient outcomes following facility policies and procedures. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: QUALITY: <ul><li> Responsible for supporting and driving organization quality standards through meeting regulatory and accrediting body requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of CQI tools. </li><li> Assists with implementation of organization quality goals and facility specific action plans in order to achieve organization quality standards. </li><li> Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the organization quality goals, to ensure that organization policies and procedures are followed. </li><li> Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds in collaboration with facility management. </li><li> Maintains integrity of medical records and other organization administrative and operational records. </li><li> Complies with all data collection and auditing activities. </li><li> Maintains facility environmental integrity and safety. </li></ul> PATIENT: <ul><li> Obtains necessary medical history, discusses procedure and answers questions, and performs nursing assessment on the day of the procedure. </li><li> Provides education to patients and patient's family regarding post procedure care of vascular access. </li><li> Monitors patient condition before, during and after the procedure, especially patients having moderate sedation and contrast media injections for possible complications or reactions. </li><li> Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions. </li><li> Identifies and communicates patient related issues to facility management, as needed. </li><li> Completes documentation of patient information from admission to discharge in an accurate manner. </li><li> Confirm written orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions; delivery to appropriate labs; reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician. </li><li> Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiates CPR and emergency measures, as needed. </li><li> Administers medications and IV moderate sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with organization, company, federal, state and local regulations. </li><li> Acts as scrub technologist to assist the physician during procedure as needed, maintaining a sterile technique. </li><li> Assists with patient workflow by transporting patients as needed. </li><li> Performs point - of - care laboratory testing as directed per physician's orders and in compliance with organization, company, federal, state and local regulations. </li><li> Performs IV insertion as per physician orders. </li><li> Performs additional tasks as designated by Physician, practicing in compliance with state regulations. </li></ul> PHYSICIANS: <ul><li> Provides regular and effective communication with physicians on an as needed basis. </li><li> Attends and participates in CQI meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics. </li><li> May assist facility management in working with the physicians and staff to verify all necessary instruments and equipment. </li><li> Assists the physician in completing and reporting state required adverse event reports and reporting internally as per organization/FMC policy and procedure. </li></ul> MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: <ul><li> Operates appropriate facility equipment and technology, including but not limited to, patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices, sterilizers and computers in a safe and efficient manner. </li><li> Inspects operation of all facility equipment and reports malfunctions, and maintenance needs to ensure the safe and effective operation of all vascular access equipment. </li><li> Inspects operation of all facility operating systems, including temperature checks in appropriate areas and physical structure of the facility and reports any issues to the Facility Manager. </li><li> Ensures a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the vascular access facility at all times. </li><li> Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to the organization/FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies. </li></ul> ADMINISTRATIVE: <ul><li> Assists with efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in the organization formularies. </li><li> May assist in the development and revision of any applicable policies and procedures related to the facility to ensure continuous process improvement. </li><li> Assists with Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and attending meetings as required. </li><li> Assists with maintaining medication supply, including inventory control, checking for expired medications, and ensuring appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law. </li><li> Completes usage logs for all medications with appropriate documentation, as well as, records of drug disposal in accordance with local, state, and federal law. </li><li> Assists with maintaining facility supply inventory, including ordering and restocking of supplies as needed. </li><li> Examines emergency equipment and supplies, including stocking of the crash cart on a regular basis. </li><li> Completes medical records in an accurate manner in compliance with organization policies and procedures prior to discharge of the patient. Perform chart audits on a regular basis. </li><li> May participate in facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies. </li><li> Completes state required records for all implanted devices in an accurate and timely manner and in accordance with organization/FMS records management guidelines. </li><li> Participates in staff meetings, training and orientation as assigned. </li><li> Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding patient information and medical records. </li><li> Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. </li><li> The position requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, patients and equipment of up to 200 lbs. There is a two-person assist program and material assist devices for the heavier items. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious, contagious diseases/materials and radiation. May be required to wear protective gear in procedure rooms for extended periods of time. </li></ul> EDUCATION: <ul><li> High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree desirable; and Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred </li><li> Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.) </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification required. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS <ul><li> 4 - 6 years' related experience preferred. </li><li> Office Based Surgical Center/Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access, Cardiac Cath Lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional Radiology and ICU/CCU or emergency department experience preferred. </li><li> Proficient in the use of computers and related software such as Microsoft Office is necessary. </li><li> Proficient in IV insertion. </li><li> Proficient in cardiac rhythm recognition. </li><li> Experience with Medical database software. </li><li> Certified in BLS & ACLS successfully completed course certifications. </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?9oUTlKZ647UAcWI5iZ662gx" width="0" height="0" />

**Job Title: Registered Nurse**

**Job Description:**

Supports the organization's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy. Provides direct nursing care pre, during, and post-procedure under the direction of the Facility Manager, Director of Nursing, and/or Charge Registered Nurse, utilizing standard nursing techniques to assist the physician in optimum patient outcomes following facility policies and procedures.

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**

- **Quality:**
  - Responsible for supporting and driving organization quality standards through meeting regulatory and accrediting body requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including the use of CQI tools.
  - Assists with implementation of organization quality goals and facility-specific action plans to achieve organization quality standards.
  - Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the organization quality goals, to ensure that organization policies and procedures are followed.
  - Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds in collaboration with facility management.
  - Maintains integrity of medical records and other organization administrative and operational records.
  - Complies with all data collection and auditing activities.
  - Maintains facility environmental integrity and safety.

- **Patient Care:**
  - Obtains necessary medical history, discusses procedure and answers questions, and performs nursing assessment on the day of the procedure.
  - Provides education to patients and patient's family regarding post-procedure care of vascular access.
  - Monitors patient condition before, during, and after the procedure, especially patients having moderate sedation and contrast media injections for possible complications or reactions.
  - Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions.
  - Identifies and communicates patient-related issues to facility management, as needed.
  - Completes documentation of patient information from admission to discharge accurately.
  - Confirms written orders, consents, and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies, including appropriate preparation of lab requisitions and delivery to appropriate labs.
  - Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures and initiates CPR and emergency measures, as needed.
  - Administers medications and IV moderate sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders and in compliance with organization, company, federal, state, and local regulations.
  - Acts as scrub technologist to assist the physician during the procedure as needed, maintaining a sterile technique.
  - Assists with patient workflow by transporting patients as needed.
  - Performs point-of-care laboratory testing as directed per physician's orders and in compliance with organization, company, federal, state, and local regulations.
  - Performs IV insertion as per physician orders.
  - Performs additional tasks as designated by Physician, practicing in compliance with state regulations.

- **Physician Interaction:**
  - Provides regular and effective communication with physicians on an as-needed basis.
  - Attends and participates in CQI meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics.
  - May assist facility management in working with the physicians and staff to verify all necessary instruments and equipment.
  - Assists the physician in completing and reporting state-required adverse event reports and reporting internally as per organization policy and procedure.

- **Maintenance/Technical:**
  - Operates appropriate facility equipment and technology, including patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices, sterilizers, and computers in a safe and efficient manner.
  - Inspects operation of all facility equipment and reports malfunctions and maintenance needs to ensure the safe and effective operation of all vascular access equipment.
  - Inspects operation of all facility operating systems, including temperature checks in appropriate areas and physical structure of the facility, and reports any issues to the Facility Manager.
  - Ensures a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in the vascular access facility at all times.
  - Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to the organization Bloodborne Pathogen Control

Registered Nurse

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs. As the Charge Nurse, manages the daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety and oversees the delivery of safe effective quality outcomes. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li>Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.</li><li>Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.</li><li>Participate in patient care plan meetings.</li><li>Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in- services.</li><li>Train and orient staff as necessary.</li><li>Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.</li><li>Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.</li><li>Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.</li><li>With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.</li><li>Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.</li><li>Supervise all documentation of patient information.</li><li>Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.</li><li>Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.</li><li>Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.</li><li>Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.</li><li>Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.</li><li>Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.</li><li>Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.</li><li>Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.</li><li>Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans.</li><li>Admit new patients according to facility procedure.</li><li>Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication.</li><li>Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.</li><li>Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.</li><li>Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.</li><li>Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility</li><li>Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator</li><li>Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff</li><li>Promote efficient use of medical supplies.</li><li>Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.</li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and i n teraction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperatu r e control and moderate noise levels. May b e exposed to infectious and con t agious diseases/materials.</li></ul></li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the</li></ul>Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.<ul><li>Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.</li></ul> SUPERVISION: <ul><li> Direc t Patien t Car e Staff , War d Cler k a s assigned. </li></ul> EDUCATION : <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.)</li><li>Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.</li><li>Medical/surgical nursing preferred.</li><li>Supervisory or management experience preferred.</li><li>Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification.</li></ul> <ul><li>Good communication skills - verbal and written.</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?eNPu55wfhiFoPNehlc11wQy" width="0" height="0" />

**Charge Nurse**

**Job Description:**

- Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy.
- Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.
- Ensures quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs.
- Manages daily decisions to ensure continuity of care to maintain patient and staff safety.
- Oversees the delivery of safe, effective quality outcomes.

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**

- Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation.
- Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility-approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings and maintain knowledge in current practices related to dialysis.
- Train and orient staff as necessary and observe direct patient care staff for appropriate techniques.
- Promote compliance with OSHA programs and maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Conduct staff meetings to keep patient care staff informed of changes.
- Assess daily patient care needs and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis.
- Collaborate with the direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
- Supervise and participate in the completion of short and long-term care plans.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medication.
- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions:**

- The physical demands and work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians.
- The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community.
- The work environment is characteristic of a healthcare facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment, but failing the test does not preclude employment.

**Supervision:**

- Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned.

**Education:**

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.).
- Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State.

**Experience and Required Skills:**

- Minimum of 12 months of nursing experience, plus 6 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting.
- Medical/surgical nursing preferred.
- Supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Certified in CPR or successfully complete a course in CPR certification.
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.

**Additional Information:**

- EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
- Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Clinical Coordinator - Charge Registered Nurse - Dialysis

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission,vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including followingall regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provisionof chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigneddirect patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlinedin the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul><li> Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions. Recommend disciplinary action to Facility Administrator and initiate as appropriate. </li><li> Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies. </li><li> Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift. </li><li> Participate in patient care plan meetings. </li><li> Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in- services. </li><li> Train and orient staff as necessary. </li><li> Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures. </li><li> Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment. </li><li> Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter. </li><li> With Facility Administrator conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care. </li><li> Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information. </li><li> Supervise all documentation of patient information. </li><li> Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity. </li><li> Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately. </li><li> Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation. </li><li> Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed. </li><li> Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary. </li><li> Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care. </li><li> Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis. </li><li> Administer medications to patients per physician's orders. </li><li> Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members. </li><li> Supervise and participate in completion of short and long term care plans. </li><li> Admit new patients according to facility procedure. </li><li> Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medication. </li><li> Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care. </li><li> Operate all dialysis related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed. </li><li> Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual. </li><li> Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility </li><li> Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator </li><li> Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff </li><li> Promote efficient use of medical supplies. </li><li> Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings. </li></ul> Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : <ul><li> The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. <ul><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. </li></ul></li><li> Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required. </li></ul> SUPERVISION: Direct Patient Care Staff, Ward Clerk as assigned. EDUCATION : <ul><li> Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (R.N.) </li><li> Must be registered and licensed to practice in the applicable State. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li> Minimum of 9 months of nursing experience, plus 3 months of specialized experience providing clinical nursing care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting. </li><li> Medical/surgical nursing preferred. </li><li> Supervisory or management experience preferred. </li><li> Certified in CPR or successfully complete course in CPR certification. </li><li> Good communication skills - verbal and written. </li></ul>The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Annual Rate: $81,000.00 - $136,000.00 EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?F3yxk0kBl5iNqRK20kol7wz" width="0" height="0" />

**Job Title: Hemodialysis Team Leader**

**Purpose and Scope:**

Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements. Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day-to-day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies.

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**

- Provide day-to-day guidance, support, and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation.
- Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
- Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence of the Facility Administrator ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for documenting work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
- Participate in patient care plan meetings.
- Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services.
- Train and orient staff as necessary.
- Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
- Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
- Conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
- Meet routinely with the Facility Administrator to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supervise all documentation of patient information.
- Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
- Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
- Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
- Assess patient needs, respond to dialysis treatments, and communicate concerns to rounding physician. Implement changes in patient care/treatment as directed.
- Monitor and supervise all patient care activity during dialysis and assist as necessary.
- Collaborate with direct patient care team in making decisions to benefit patient care.
- Continuously monitor patient's condition with regards to problems and potential complications associated with dialysis.
- Administer medications to patients per physician's orders.
- Act as the subject matter expert and as a resource for staff members.
- Supervise and participate in completion of short and long-term care plans.
- Admit new patients according to facility procedure.
- Ensure educational needs of patients are met and educate the patient and family about End Stage Renal Disease, dialysis therapy, diet, and medication.
- Supervise the safe and effective use of all equipment involved in direct patient care.
- Operate all dialysis-related and emergency equipment safely and efficiently when needed.
- Perform required testing and verification and initial the checklist for start-up and shut-down procedures as outlined in the Technical Services Manual.
- Complete Nurse's Technical Training Program/Water Quality Facility.
- Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator.
- Assist with the interviewing of potential direct patient care staff.
- Promote efficient use of medical supplies.
- Attend and participate in monthly Quality Assurance meetings.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions:**

- The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Day-to-day work includes

Lead Charge Nurse - RN - Clinical Coordinator

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. <ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.</li><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.</li><li>Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. </li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.</li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.</li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.</li></ul>SUPERVISION:Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:<ul><li>Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.</li></ul>EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as a RN.</li><li>Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred).</li><li>Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred).</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?qdmvJovGKdkkctAyS1QbmQa" width="0" height="0" />

**Job Title:** Outpatient RN CAP 1

**Job Description:**

- The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP).
- Responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients.
- May delegate appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including RNs, LVN/LPNs, and Patient Care Technicians.
- Participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**

- Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor, or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
- Conducts ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre, during, and post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients.
- Documents in the patient medical record and makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated.
- Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
- Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.
- Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithms.
- Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
- Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
- Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing, and shipping procedures are performed.
- Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
- Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions:**

- Provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation.
- Requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the ability to bend over.
- May be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
- Work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
- May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- Day-to-day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.
- Position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.
- May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.

**Supervision:**

- Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge.
- Requires successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.
- Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as an RN.
- Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as an RN.

**Education and Licensure:**

- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current appropriate state licensure.
- Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
- Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which employed.

**Experience and Required Skills:**

- Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as a RN.
- Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred).
- Chronic/acute hemodialysis

Registered Nurse (RN)

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. <ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.</li><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.</li><li>Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. </li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.</li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.</li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.</li></ul>SUPERVISION:Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:<ul><li>Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.</li></ul>EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as a RN.</li><li>Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred).</li><li>Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred).</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?YcLt330jF%2fnMaihGh7NciAb" width="0" height="0" />

**Job Title:** Outpatient RN CAP 1

**Job Description:**

- The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry-level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP).
- Responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of patients.
- May include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including RNs, LVN/LPNs, and Patient Care Technicians.
- Participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**

- Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor, or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
- Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre, during, and post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients.
- Documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to the treatment plan as indicated, and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor, or Physician as needed.
- Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
- Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.
- Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithms and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
- Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
- Serves as a resource for the health care team, participates in staff training, and orientation of new staff as assigned.
- Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing, and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
- Identifies expected outcomes, documents, and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
- Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions:**

- The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.
- Requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.
- May occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
- The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
- May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- Day-to-day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.
- The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.
- May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.

**Supervision:**

- Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:
  - Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.
  - Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.
  - Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.

**Education and Licensure:**



Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. <ul><li>Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.</li><li>Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre - during - post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.</li><li>Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.</li><li>Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.</li><li>Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.</li><li>Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.</li><li>Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.</li><li>Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.</li><li>Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.</li><li>Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.</li><li>Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. </li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.</li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.</li><li>This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.</li><li>The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.</li><li>The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.</li><li>May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.</li><li>Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians.</li><li>The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities.</li><li>May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above.</li><li>Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.</li></ul>SUPERVISION:Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:<ul><li>Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN.</li><li>Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN.</li></ul>EDUCATION and LICENSURE: <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.</li><li>Current appropriate state licensure.</li><li>Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.</li><li>Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: <ul><li>Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years as a RN.</li><li>Minimum of 9 months experience as a Registered Nurse (preferred).</li><li>Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred).</li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Thsc6vMYhfEu%2bKyen3mVlwc" width="0" height="0" />

**Job Title:** Outpatient RN CAP 1

**Job Description:**

- Accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of patients.
- May include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including RNs, LVN/LPNs, and Patient Care Technicians.
- Participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**

- Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor, or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
- Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre, during, and post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record.
- Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family's basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
- Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.
- Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithms, and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
- Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
- Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
- Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing, and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
- Identifies expected outcomes, documents, and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
- Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions:**

- Provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance.
- Requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over.
- May occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet.
- Work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
- May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
- Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff, and physicians.
- May require travel to training sites or other facilities.
- May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions described.
- Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.

**Supervision:**

- Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following:
  - Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees.
  - Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as an RN.
  - Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as an RN.

**Education and Licensure:**

- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current appropriate state licensure.
- Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification.
- Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which employed.

**Experience and Required Skills:**

- Entry level for RNs with less than 1 year of Nephrology Nursing experience in the last two years

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports the Organization mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the Organization Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and Organization policy requirements. Provides direct nursing care pre, during and post procedure, under the direction of the Facility Manager, Director of Nursing and/or Charge Registered Nurse, utilizing standard nursing techniques to assist the physician in optimum patient outcomes following facility policies and procedures. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: QUALITY: <ul><li> Responsible for supporting and driving organization quality standards through meeting regulatory and accrediting body requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of CQI tools. </li><li> Assists with implementation of organization quality goals and facility specific action plans in order to achieve organization quality standards. </li><li> Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the organization quality goals, to ensure that organization policies and procedures are followed. </li><li> Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds in collaboration with facility management. </li><li> Maintains integrity of medical records and other organization administrative and operational records. </li><li> Complies with all data collection and auditing activities. </li><li> Maintains facility environmental integrity and safety. </li></ul> PATIENT: <ul><li> Obtains necessary medical history, discusses procedure and answers questions, and performs nursing assessment on the day of the procedure. </li><li> Provides education to patients and patient's family regarding post procedure care of vascular access. </li><li> Monitors patient condition before, during and after the procedure, especially patients having moderate sedation and contrast media injections for possible complications or reactions. </li><li> Acts as a resource for the patient to address patient concerns and questions. </li><li> Identifies and communicates patient related issues to facility management, as needed. </li><li> Completes documentation of patient information from admission to discharge in an accurate manner. </li><li> Confirm written orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies. This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions; delivery to appropriate labs; reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician. </li><li> Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiates CPR and emergency measures, as needed. </li><li> Administers medications and IV moderate sedation to patients as directed per physician's orders, and in compliance with organization, company, federal, state and local regulations. </li><li> Acts as scrub technologist to assist the physician during procedure as needed, maintaining a sterile technique. </li><li> Assists with patient workflow by transporting patients as needed. </li><li> Performs point - of - care laboratory testing as directed per physician's orders and in compliance with organization, company, federal, state and local regulations. </li><li> Performs IV insertion as per physician orders. </li><li> Performs additional tasks as designated by Physician, practicing in compliance with state regulations. </li></ul> PHYSICIANS: <ul><li> Provides regular and effective communication with physicians on an as needed basis. </li><li> Attends and participates in CQI meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics. </li><li> May assist facility management in working with the physicians and staff to verify all necessary instruments and equipment. </li><li> Assists the physician in completing and reporting state required adverse event reports and reporting internally as per organization/FMC policy and procedure. </li></ul> MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: <ul><li> Operates appropriate facility equipment and technology, including but not limited to, patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices, sterilizers and computers in a safe and efficient manner. </li><li> Inspects operation of all facility equipment and reports malfunctions, and maintenance needs to ensure the safe and effective operation of all vascular access equipment. </li><li> Inspects operation of all facility operating systems, including temperature checks in appropriate areas and physical structure of the facility and reports any issues to the Facility Manager. </li><li> Ensures a clean, safe and sanitary environment in the vascular access facility at all times. </li><li> Ensures all blood spills are immediately addressed according to the organization/FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies. </li></ul> ADMINISTRATIVE: <ul><li> Assists with efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies and equipment to achieve supply cost goals following all guidelines established in the organization formularies. </li><li> May assist in the development and revision of any applicable policies and procedures related to the facility to ensure continuous process improvement. </li><li> Assists with Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports and attending meetings as required. </li><li> Assists with maintaining medication supply, including inventory control, checking for expired medications, and ensuring appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law. </li><li> Completes usage logs for all medications with appropriate documentation, as well as, records of drug disposal in accordance with local, state, and federal law. </li><li> Assists with maintaining facility supply inventory, including ordering and restocking of supplies as needed. </li><li> Examines emergency equipment and supplies, including stocking of the crash cart on a regular basis. </li><li> Completes medical records in an accurate manner in compliance with organization policies and procedures prior to discharge of the patient. Perform chart audits on a regular basis. </li><li> May participate in facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies. </li><li> Completes state required records for all implanted devices in an accurate and timely manner and in accordance with organization/FMS records management guidelines. </li><li> Participates in staff meetings, training and orientation as assigned. </li><li> Complies with HIPPA policies and standards regarding patient information and medical records. </li><li> Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor. </li><li> Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: <ul><li> The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. </li><li> Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. </li><li> The position requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, patients and equipment of up to 200 lbs. There is a two-person assist program and material assist devices for the heavier items. </li><li> The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious, contagious diseases/materials and radiation. May be required to wear protective gear in procedure rooms for extended periods of time. </li></ul> EDUCATION: <ul><li> High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree desirable; and Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred </li><li> Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.) </li><li> Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification required. </li></ul> EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS <ul><li> 4 - 6 years' related experience preferred. </li><li> Office Based Surgical Center/Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access, Cardiac Cath Lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, Interventional Radiology and ICU/CCU or emergency department experience preferred. </li><li> Proficient in the use of computers and related software such as Microsoft Office is necessary. </li><li> Proficient in IV insertion. </li><li> Proficient in cardiac rhythm recognition. </li><li> Experience with Medical database software. </li><li> Certified in BLS & ACLS successfully completed course certifications. </li></ul> EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?c3As7uVpK%2f4VuzCjROEL2Ae" width="0" height="0" />

**Job Title:** Registered Nurse

**Job Description:**

- Supports the Organization mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy.
- Provides direct nursing care pre, during, and post-procedure under the direction of facility management.
- Utilizes standard nursing techniques to assist the physician in achieving optimum patient outcomes.

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:**

**Quality:**

- Responsible for supporting and driving organization quality standards through meeting regulatory and accrediting body requirements.
- Assists with implementation of organization quality goals and facility-specific action plans.
- Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care as defined by organization quality goals.
- Addresses and acts on adverse events and action thresholds in collaboration with facility management.
- Maintains integrity of medical records and complies with all data collection and auditing activities.
- Maintains facility environmental integrity and safety.

**Patient Care:**

- Obtains necessary medical history, discusses procedures, and answers questions.
- Provides education to patients and their families regarding post-procedure care.
- Monitors patient condition before, during, and after procedures.
- Acts as a resource for the patient to address concerns and questions.
- Completes documentation of patient information from admission to discharge.
- Confirms written orders, consents, and lab work are completed and documented.
- Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures.

**Physicians:**

- Provides regular and effective communication with physicians.
- Assists the physician in completing and reporting state-required adverse event reports.

**Maintenance/Technical:**

- Operates appropriate facility equipment and technology safely and efficiently.
- Inspects operation of all facility equipment and reports malfunctions.
- Ensures a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in the vascular access facility.

**Administrative:**

- Assists with efficient utilization of medication, laboratory, inventory, supplies, and equipment.
- May assist in the development and revision of applicable policies and procedures.
- Assists with maintaining medication supply, including inventory control and checking for expired medications.
- Completes usage logs for medications with appropriate documentation.
- Assists with maintaining facility supply inventory.

**Physical Demands and Working Conditions:**

- The physical demands and work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians.
- The position requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the ability to bend over.

**Education:**

- High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree desirable; Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred.
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.).
- Current appropriate state licensure and ACLS certification required.

**Experience and Required Skills:**

- 4-6 years' related experience preferred.
- Experience in Office Based Surgical Center/Ambulatory Surgical Center/Vascular Access or similar fields preferred.
- Proficient in the use of computers and related software such as Microsoft Office.
- Certified in BLS & ACLS with successfully completed course certifications.

**Employer Information:**

- EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
- Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

RN Pre-Post Op: Out-Patient Surgery Azura

Join a team that delivers excellence. Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce. Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Qualified candidates are eligible to receive a sign on bonus Summary Prepares and administers radioactive medication to patients for therapeutic or imaging purpose. Performs nuclear cardiac imaging for the cardiac patient population operating the nuclear camera. Provides technical support to medical professionals and Physicians for the diagnosis, treatment, and care of the cardiac patient population. On-call as required by the department. Works in a hospital facility that offers full hospital services. Provides direct patient care to high acuity patients encompassing emergency, inpatient and outpatient classes supporting up to and including trauma and ICU. Job Duties<ul><li>Performs high quality nuclear cardiology procedure for cardiac outpatients including explanation of test and safety precautions, operates equipment, provides assistance during testing, observes patient, and reports/follows-up on any abnormal activity and documents.</li><li>Operates cameras and other sophisticated imaging equipment to monitor how the administered drugs affect tissues and organs.</li><li>Prepares and administers the proper dosage of radiopharmaceuticals and isotopes to patients by either injection or inhalation.</li><li>Employs safety methods such as the use of syringe shields, gloves, and personal radiation-monitoring devices to protect patients and medical staff from radiation exposure.</li><li>Oversees the ordering, storage, handling, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals.</li><li>Assists in quality assurance relating to calibration and maintenance of equipment, policies, and procedures and ICAL activity.</li><li>Performs required documentation and record keeping.</li></ul> Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>Associate's Degree Nuclear Medicine</li><li>1 year Experience as a nuclear medicine technologist in a hospital setting</li><li>Ability to work effectively under pressure and to use discretion with confidential data that may impact staff and operation.</li><li>Ability to monitor/assess performance of oneself, others, or the organization to make improvements or take corrective action.</li><li>Demonstrates patient support activities such as patient flow, preparation, clean up, and turnaround of examination rooms.</li><li>Knowledge of nuclear medicine equipment and understanding of how to use it appropriately and safely to prevent radiation exposure as low as reasonably achievable.</li><li>American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days</li><li>CNMT - Certified Nuclear Med Tech NMTCB - State of Pennsylvania or</li><li>RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania</li></ul> Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree Nuclear Medicine</li></ul> Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?ndPqFP6zCb5LXUyRYZWnugf" width="0" height="0" />

**Join a team that delivers excellence**

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Nuclear Medical Technologist II

Join a team that delivers excellence. Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce. Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Provides diagnostic quality radiologic imaging under the direction of a Physician while maintaining proper radiation protection standards. Follows the guidelines for radiation safety while imaging gently. Delivers a high level of patient care and customer service to promote patient satisfaction. Works in a hospital facility that offers full hospital services. Provides direct patient care to high acuity patients encompassing emergency, inpatient and outpatient classes supporting up to and including trauma and ICU. Job Duties<ul><li>Produces images of diagnostic quality, processes, and prepares images for interpretation by the radiologist.</li> <li>Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Uses appropriate exposure factors, collimation, and proper distance with documentation. Assumes responsibility and accountability for his/her own safety and the safety of others.</li> <li>Ensures appropriate exam is ordered for number of images provided and attached to the correct patient folder.</li> <li>Confirms levels of supplies and equipment to meet requirements for patient care and/or specific departments.</li> <li>Documents LMP, fluoro time, radiologist, number of images, appropriate history and all other required documentation.</li> <li>Ensures coordination of daily work duties within the team and coordinates timing of exams.</li> <li>Ensures images have crossed into PACS before study is complete.</li> <li>Confirms physician orders are complete and includes signature, ordered study, reason for test (diagnosis/CPT codes) and obtains missing information prior to treatment.</li> <li>Reports equipment malfunction and the need for adjustment and/or repairs.</li> <li>Assists in the education and training of new employees, students, and other ancillary personnel.</li> <li>Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area and maintains orderliness.</li></ul> Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>Technical School Diploma Graduate of accredited Radiography program or equivalent </li><li>Less than 1 year Completion of Radiologic program </li><li>Ability to deal effectively and ethically with medical and confidential information relating to patients, family, and physicians. </li> <li>Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems. </li> <li>Understanding of how to effectively and safely use radiation producing equipment. </li> <li>Knowledge of medical technology and terminology. </li><li>American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania </li> <li>RT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire </li></ul> Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Associate's Degree Graduate of Health Science Program </li></ul> Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?5DBe%2b8BfJVtY1Uu5T7fnsAg" width="0" height="0" />

**Radiologic Technologist**

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