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Initial Posting Date: 12/24/2024Application Deadline:01/31/2025Agency:Oregon Health AuthoritySalary Range:$10,433- $15,537 MonthlyPosition Type:EmployeePosition Title:Medical Clinic Nurse PractitionerJob Description:Please email a current CV or Resume to <a href="mailto:Barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov" target="_blank">Barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov</a>&nbsp;if it is easier to apply that way. Oregon State Hospital, a division of the Oregon Health Authority, is seeking Medical Clinic Nurse Practitioner&nbsp;whovalue &nbsp;providingcompassionate non-psychiatric primary care,urgent Care, andchronic care.&nbsp;We highly appreciate leaders who relish the exhilaration of clinical challenges and possess an unquenchable thirst for expanding their knowledge and honing their skills. Joining Oregon State Hospital means embracing a profound commitment to providing comprehensive care to our diverse patient population. We believe that every individual deserves to receive exceptional care that nurtures their physical and emotional well-being. As a Medical Clinic Nurse Practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in promoting the highest standards of compassionate healthcare.&nbsp;At Oregon State Hospital, we cultivate an environment that encourages continuous learning and professional growth. We understand that by investing in our providers' development, we empower them to excel in their roles and positively impact the lives of those they serve.If you are a visionary leader driven by the pursuit of clinical excellence and passionate about making a lasting difference, we invite you to join our exceptional team at Oregon State Hospital. Together, let us forge a path towards a future where outstanding care, personal growth, and innovation converge. What’s in it for you!Generous benefit package, which includes:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Family health and dental insurance</li><li>Optional short and long-term disability insurance</li><li>Optional term life insurance</li><li>Fully paid retirement program</li><li>Reimbursement for CME activities</li></ul><h4>Generous leave policy which includes:</h4><ul><li>11 paid holidays</li><li>Vacation and sick leave</li><li>Personal business leave</li><li>Paid education leave</li></ul>Opportunities to teach rotating residents, medical students and fellowsLeadership training and opportunitiesDUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:Medical Clinic Nurse Practitioner&nbsp;provide ambulatory medical care for all patients at OSH - Salem, as well as other medically related services through the Medical Clinic. The Medical Clinic Nurse Practitioner&nbsp;also facilitates referrals of OSH-Salem patients medical specialists in the community, as necessary&nbsp;<ul><li>Medical Duties –</li></ul><ul><li>Provide general medical ambulatory care to all patients at OSH both in a clinic setting and on the patient’s unit/ward.</li><li>Provide interpretations of specialty recommendations and in-house procedures/studies such as ECG’s and x-rays for unit staff and psychiatrists.</li><li>Provide telephone consultation in the area of general medicine to other OSH staff physicians and unit staff</li><li>Refer patients to outside medical specialists, as necessary</li></ul><ul><li>Communication and Contact with Patient Families – Meet with families, other agencies, or the public-at-large, as needed, to promote and enhance patient care</li><li>Documentation of Services – Perform basic office procedures in accordance with training</li><li>Professional Responsibilities – Serve, as assigned, on OSH committees as directed by the&nbsp;Medical and Allied Health Professional Staff Executive Committee. Attend Medical Department meetings and education and training seminars.</li><li>Hospital Support Functions – Can assume responsibilities of the medical OD on weekly rotating basis to include off-grounds telephone availability after regular work hours and on-grounds medical services a minimum of four hours during holidays and weekends when on duty.</li></ul>WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:You must possess, or have the ability to obtain:<ul><li>Oregon Nursing Licensure through Oregon Board of Nursing.</li><li>Board Certification / Board Eligible preferred.</li><li>FNP/ANP/DNP Degree</li></ul>This posting will be used to fill multiple permanent, full-time positions located in Salem, OR. These positions are classified and represented by AFSCME. OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values.Need Help?<ul><li>If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act, contact&nbsp;Barry Lein&nbsp;at</li></ul><ul><li>Phone:&nbsp;503-440-6484</li><li>Email:<a href="mailto:barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov" target="_blank">barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov</a></li></ul>Additional Information<ul><li>Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply</li><li>If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process</li><li>If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment</li><li>Candidates who are offered employment at Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test</li><li>Employees at the Oregon State Hospital may be exposed to the handling, administration, waste and spill cleanup of hazardous medications, which may result in health impacts to the employee</li><li>Applicant Help and Support webpage</li><li>The Oregon Health Authority is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. (critical elements of process).</li></ul> The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity and anti-racism.

Oregon Health Authority

Medical Clinic Nurse Practitioner

<h4>Introduction</h4> Are you looking for the next step in your career? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to be a part of our team, committed to the goal of making a difference for individuals with mental health challenges! The&nbsp;Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a qualified individual for the position of&nbsp;Supervising Clinician with the CT Mental Health Center (CMHC) in New Haven, This position provides administrative and clinical supervision to an interdisciplinary treatment team that provides community- based behavioral health treatments to adults. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: <ul><li>Facility:&nbsp;CT Mental Health Center (CMHC)&nbsp;</li><li>PCN:&nbsp;26432</li><li>Work Schedule: Full time, first shift |&nbsp;Monday - Friday from 8:30am-5:00pm</li><li>Location: New Haven</li></ul> WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: <ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;new&nbsp;State Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company:&nbsp;'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;to all employees.</li></ul>WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: <ul><li>Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;</li><li>Provide support to an agency that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;</li><li>Assist our clients and employees so they can achieve success;</li><li>Make a difference in the public sector; and</li><li>Work together in a collaborative team environment.</li></ul> MORE ABOUT US: The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,&nbsp;Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve. The CMHC is an urban community mental health center with an exceptional tradition of serving individuals with serious mental illness and/or addiction.&nbsp; Founded in 1966, CMHC is a partnership between DHMAS and the Yale Department of Psychiatry.&nbsp; Each year over 4,000 people receive a variety of recovery-oriented services at CMHC and its satellite clinics. Please note: <ul><li>A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.</li><li>All state employees must adhere to&nbsp;Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.</li></ul> <h4>Selection Plan</h4> FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! FOR THOSE WHO HOLD AN RN LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE: <ul><li>Review the&nbsp;eligibility and documentation requirements&nbsp;for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license;</li><li>Complete a&nbsp;CT DPH online application&nbsp;online (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Registered Nurse’ and then ‘Start’;</li><li>Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s:&nbsp;Nursys®&nbsp;System. To send verification of your license(s) to CT, read and agree to the terms, enter your biographic information, select your license type and select ‘SEARCH’. Review the results and select the ‘Next’ button. Check the box next to ‘Connecticut’ and complete the transaction. Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from Nursys and the verification will be available to the DPH. Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys. Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification.</li></ul> To Apply: <ul><li>The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official&nbsp;State of Connecticut Online Employment Center&nbsp;job posting.</li><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting.</li><li>You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.</li><li>In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</li></ul> Important Next Step Information for After You Apply: <ul><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email and/or phone, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Note:&nbsp;At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li><li>Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at <a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>.</li><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.</li></ul> Connect With Us: <ul><li>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.</li><li>Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Pamela Rochette at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov" target="_blank">Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In a state agency this class is accountable for providing supervision and direction of a clinical unit. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> <ul><li>Schedules, assigns and oversees work of staff;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists in developing unit goals and objectives;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists in recruitment, selection, training and development of staff;&nbsp;</li><li>Conducts performance evaluations;&nbsp;</li><li>Determines priorities and plans, coordinates and supervises unit activities;&nbsp;</li><li>Develops relationships with and acts as liaison to other operating units, agencies and outside officials, community representatives and customers;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists in mediating conflict impacting on service recipients;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists in ensuring staff ability to access and employ community resources;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists in integrating community resources into service planning and delivery;&nbsp;</li><li>Identifies barriers and assists in developing strategies and solutions for improving client care;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares reports; may assist in developing performance standards;&nbsp;</li><li>May prospectively review and monitor client care for clients to determine clinical necessity and effectiveness of care;&nbsp;</li><li>May educate providers on principles of managed care and its impact on client care;&nbsp;</li><li>May perform clinical direct care duties as needed;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs other related duties.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Considerable knowledge of <ul><li>relevant agency policies and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>mental health treatment, principles and values of community based care;&nbsp;</li><li>psychiatric rehabilitation principles;&nbsp;</li><li>entitlement and benefit programs;&nbsp;</li><li>variety of intervention and support strategies;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;&nbsp;</li><li>societal, cultural and gender issues and impact on mental illness;&nbsp;</li><li>psychotropic medications;&nbsp;</li><li>impact of housing and homelessness on the mentally ill;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communications skills;&nbsp;</li><li>facilitation, collaboration and conflict resolution skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to <ul><li>identify and articulate philosophical foundations for specific program models or service approaches;&nbsp;</li><li>delegate authority;&nbsp;</li><li>plan and organize effectively;&nbsp;</li><li>integrate community resources into service planning;&nbsp;</li><li>develop and maintain effective relationships with community representatives and staff;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Supervisory ability.</li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Seven (7) years of professional health care experience in a psychiatric setting. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been at a lead level responsible for coordinating the work of a unit or team of professionals in a psychiatric setting. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of an Advanced Clinical Social Worker for social work discipline, Head Nurse for the nursing discipline, an Advanced Professional Counselor and an Advanced Marital and Family Therapist. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4> <ul><li>College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.</li><li>A Master's Degree in a health care field related to one of the disciplines in the Special Experience may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.</li></ul> <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience providing clinical supervision to licensed behavioral health clinicians.</li><li>Experience providing clinical supervision to a multidisciplinary team.</li><li>Experience providing administrative supervision.</li><li>Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience demonstrating effective organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current license as a Clinical Social Worker, a licensed Marital and Family Therapist, a licensed Professional Counselor, or as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Connecticut. The license required for direct supervision of clinical oversight will be dictated by the functions of the assigned unit or program.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to possess certification as a clinical supervisor by the Connecticut Certification Board.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul> <h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4> Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain clients, may have significant exposure to communicable and/or infectious diseases and risk of injury and may be exposed to strongly disagreeable conditions. <h4>Conclusion</h4> AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

State of Connecticut

Supervising Clinician (40 Hour)(Office/On-site)

<h4>Introduction</h4> Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference?&nbsp; Are you looking to make a real impact in the lives of our State's Veterans?&nbsp; If so, read below and apply today!&nbsp; THE POSITION The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,&nbsp;Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)&nbsp;is seeking a part-time&nbsp;Nurse's Aide&nbsp;to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare while working in a supportive environment. HIGHLIGHTS <ul><li>ADDRESS: 287 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT</li><li>SCHEDULE: Part-Time, (24 hours), Second Shift (2:45pm - 11:15pm) <ul><li>Should you be invited for an interview, the schedule will be discussed in detail.&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>POSITION NUMBER: 3075</li></ul> WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU <ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;newState Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked one of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;to all employees</li></ul> *Benefit offerings will vary with part-time positions.&nbsp; DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO <ul><li>Engage in a rewarding career;</li><li>Provide&nbsp;support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;&nbsp;</li><li>Assist&nbsp;our clients so they can achieve success;</li><li>Make&nbsp;a difference in the public sector; and</li><li>Work&nbsp;together in a collaborative team environment.</li></ul> ABOUT US&nbsp; For over 140 years, DVA&nbsp;has been caring for its veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in "serving those who have served." This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services.&nbsp; <h4>Selection Plan</h4> FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! To Apply: <ul><li>In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above&nbsp;for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.&nbsp; You must specify your qualifications on your application.&nbsp;</li><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.</li><li>In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</li><li>The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official&nbsp;State of Connecticut Online Employment Center&nbsp;job posting.</li></ul> Important Next Step Information for After You Apply: <ul><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email and/or phone, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Note:&nbsp;At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li><li>Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>.</li><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.</li></ul>Connect With Us: <ul><li>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.</li><li>Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Julie Barker via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Julie.Barker@ct.gov" target="_blank">Julie.Barker@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In a state hospital this class is accountable for rendering bedside care to the physically or chronically ill in cases where the services of a registered or licensed practical nurse are not required. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> <ul><li>Assists doctors and nurses in general care and well being of patients;</li><li>Positions, transfers, moves and lifts patients;</li><li>Takes and records temperatures, pulses and respirations;</li><li>Observes patients and reports unusual symptoms and/or behavior;</li><li>Ensures that restraints are correctly applied;</li><li>Tests urine samples for sugar;</li><li>Collects specimens;</li><li>Keeps beds, bedpans and related equipment clean;</li><li>Maintains unit environment for safety of patient;</li><li>Transports patients, specimens and other related patient items;</li><li>Prepares reports and correspondence including necessary forms and/or requisitions, dietary orders, death paperwork and assembly of charts;</li><li>May feed, bathe and massage clients as well as respond to their general needs;</li><li>May apply or remove braces;</li><li>May process billing and/or insurance information;</li><li>May act as triage and/or receptionist for incoming patients and telephone calls;</li><li>May schedule patient appointments;</li><li>May order supplies;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Considerable interpersonal skills;</li><li>Ability to <ul><li>work with basic principles of nursing including infection control practices;</li><li>deal with physically and chronically ill;</li><li>learn safety and fire procedures.</li></ul></li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Certification as a Nurse's Aide. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4> One (1) year of experience in patient care in a hospital or nursing home. NOTE: The above substitution will not apply to certain positions at the University of Connecticut Health Center - certification as a Nurse’s Aide will be required for those positions. <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (nursing home).</li><li>Experience caring for patients with dementia.</li><li>Experience working with clients/patients with behavioral health issues and/or PTSD.</li></ul> <h4>Conclusion</h4> AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Nurse's Aide (Part-Time)(Office/On-Site)

Position SummaryThe certified Physician Assistant is a critical part of our team of committed, self-motivated people who provide critical services to promote and maintain our service, care, and our values.&nbsp;The role of the Proliance certified Physician Assistant is well-rounded, ideal for a self-motivated person who wants to maximize their skill set and expand their clinical knowledge. In this role, you will act as first assistant in the ASC operating room and provide clinic-based care and post-operative care; and may provide surgical assistance in the hospital OR, and/or perform rounding on patients within the hospital.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities of the Physician Assistant include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Greeting/ identifying patient &amp; completing and documenting an accurate history and physical examination of patients; may include moving and positioning patients</li></ul><ul><li>Conducting comprehensive or episodic health assessments and developing patient care plans</li><li>Ordering and interpreting tests, treatments, and therapies, within the scope of practice</li><li>Prescribing medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices, and other home health aides according to clinical privileges</li><li>Administer and/or inject medications</li><li>Wound care; apply or remove casting, splinting, wound dressing; suture and staple removal, etc.</li><li>Instruct and counsel patients regarding the total treatment plan &amp; therapeutic regimes</li><li>Providing clear, concise, and accurate information regarding patient care in the medical record&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Obtain/maintain technical familiarity and proficiency for specific surgical procedures prior to their performance</li><li>Remain proficient in the utilization of commonly used clinical protocols and guidelines</li><li>Assist in Surgical Procedures</li></ul><ul><li>Hospital rounds, including patient care, charting &amp; all paperwork/documentation, and interacting with the patient and family/care givers, staff, consultants, and discharge planners.</li><li>OPTIONAL Primary or secondary trauma call coverage</li></ul><ul><li>OPTIONAL Emergency Room: includes evaluating and treatment of patients</li><li>Answering service coverage and responsibilities</li><li>The ability to initiate Basic/Advanced life support in response to emergency situations.</li><li>Provides education to patients, families, and significant others using established education materials</li><li>May provide other clinical duties within the scope of practice as directed under a patient’s care plan</li><li>Advocates for patients, families, co-workers, the community, and the health care profession</li><li>Integrates evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision-making</li><li>Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge</li><li>Establishes an effective relationship with the supervising physician</li><li>Complete duties and assist others as directed</li><li>Must follow all policies as introduced during new associate On-Boarding, updated real-time and outlined in Associate Handbook</li></ul>Education/Experience<ul><li>Graduate of accredited Physician’s Assistant Program</li><li>Washington State Physician Assistant License, Current</li><li>Current Certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)</li><li>Current CPR and BLS from the American Heart Association</li><li>Two years prior experience in surgery preferred</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>Advanced physical assessment and critical thinking skills required</li><li>Ability to listen, interact and communicate verbally and in writing</li><li>Required: Comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, techniques, Standards of Care, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies as they directly correlate to the specialty.</li></ul><ul><li>Superior customer service skills</li><li>Great interpersonal skills; demonstrating patience, composure and cooperation; working well with all patients, physicians and staff.</li><li>Advanced understanding of and adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)</li><li>Using time efficiently, with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and completion</li><li>Ability to manage multiple factors for the best result.</li><li>Resourcefulness in addressing first level problems and tenacity to see things through to solution</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective</li><li>Able to adapt to change, delays or unexpected events while maintaining a positive mindset</li><li>Clear oral and written communication</li><li>Ability to provide feedback to improve performance</li><li>Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision</li></ul>Work Environment/Physical DemandsThe work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.Work may be performed in an office and clinical environment. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is required to sit for long periods of time, stand and walk, bend and stretch. Use of telephone and computer is required. Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. May requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.

Proliance Surgeons

Physician Assistant

Position SummaryThe certified Physician Assistant is a critical part of our team of committed, self-motivated people who provide critical services to promote and maintain our service, care, and our values.&nbsp;The role of the Proliance certified Physician Assistant is well-rounded, ideal for a self-motivated person who wants to maximize their skill set and expand their clinical knowledge. In this role you will provide clinic-based care for a busy PMN&amp;R physician Dr. Daniel Oh. &nbsp;His clinic focuses on traditional spinal injections including cervical injections, spinal cord stimulators along with other CNS and PNS treatments.&nbsp;Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities of the Physician Assistant include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Greeting/ identifying patient &amp; completing and documenting an accurate history and physical examination of patients; may include moving and positioning patients</li></ul><ul><li>Conducting comprehensive or episodic health assessments and developing patient care plans</li><li>Ordering and interpreting tests, treatments, and therapies, within the scope of practice</li><li>Prescribing medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices, and other home health aides according to clinical privileges</li><li>Administer and/or inject medications</li><li>Wound care; apply or remove casting, splinting, wound dressing; suture and staple removal, etc.</li><li>Instruct and counsel patients regarding the total treatment plan &amp; therapeutic regimes</li><li>Providing clear, concise, and accurate information regarding patient care in the medical record&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Obtain/maintain technical familiarity and proficiency for specific surgical procedures prior to their performance</li><li>Remain proficient in the utilization of commonly used clinical protocols and guidelines</li></ul><ul><li>Charting &amp; all paperwork/documentation and interacting with the patient and family/care givers, staff, consultants, and discharge planners.</li><li>OPTIONAL Primary or secondary trauma call coverage</li></ul><ul><li>OPTIONAL Emergency Room: includes evaluating and treatment of patients</li><li>Answering service coverage and responsibilities</li><li>The ability to initiate Basic/Advanced life support in response to emergency situations.</li><li>Provides education to patients, families, and significant others using established education materials</li><li>May provide other clinical duties within the scope of practice as directed under a patient’s care plan</li><li>Advocates for patients, families, co-workers, the community, and the health care profession</li><li>Integrates evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision-making</li><li>Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge</li><li>Establishes an effective relationship with the supervising physician</li><li>Complete duties and assist others as directed</li><li>Must follow all policies as introduced during new associate On-Boarding, updated real-time and outlined in Associate Handbook</li></ul>Education/Experience<ul><li>Graduate of accredited Physician’s Assistant Program</li><li>Washington State Physician Assistant License, Current</li><li>Current Certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)</li><li>Current CPR and BLS from the American Heart Association</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>Advanced physical assessment and critical thinking skills required</li><li>Ability to listen, interact and communicate verbally and in writing</li><li>Required: Comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, techniques, Standards of Care, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies as they directly correlate to the specialty.</li></ul><ul><li>Superior customer service skills</li><li>Great interpersonal skills; demonstrating patience, composure and cooperation; working well with all patients, physicians and staff.</li><li>Advanced understanding of and adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)</li><li>Using time efficiently, with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and completion</li><li>Ability to manage multiple factors for the best result.</li><li>Resourcefulness in addressing first level problems and tenacity to see things through to solution</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective</li><li>Able to adapt to change, delays or unexpected events while maintaining a positive mindset</li><li>Clear oral and written communication</li><li>Ability to provide feedback to improve performance</li><li>Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision</li></ul>Work Environment/Physical DemandsThe work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.Work may be performed in an office and clinical environment. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is required to sit for long periods of time, stand and walk, bend and stretch. Use of telephone and computer is required. Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. May requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.CommentsThis description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job.&nbsp; It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified.&nbsp; Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.

Physician Assistant - Interventional Pain Management/ Physiatrist

Position SummaryWashington isn’t a sit-down kind of state, and the team at Proliance Orthopedic Associates understands this better than anyone. Our orthopedic specialists have a true passion for the active Washington lifestyle, and it fuels our approach to help each patient achieve their personal best.&nbsp;We are currently seeking dynamic, experienced professionals as well as new aspiring graduates, to join our treatment team located in the southeast region of Seattle. Are you a leader, can you share your knowledge to grow an even stronger team? If so, we want you! If you want to be a part of a team where bi-directional feedback, innovation, and patient outcomes are paramount, join us today!&nbsp;“Exceptional Outcomes, Personally Delivered” &nbsp;Benefits of joining the Proliance Orthopedic Associates Physical Therapy:&nbsp;<ul><li>Proliance is the most prestigious and comprehensive, integrated approach to orthopedic care in Washington.&nbsp;</li><li>Enjoy a collaborative learning environment that fosters personal and professional growth.&nbsp;</li><li>Available opportunities to engage in mentorship and/or leadership programs.&nbsp;</li><li>You and your family will enjoy all the benefits of the multi-season, Washington lifestyle.&nbsp;</li><li>Our excellent benefits package includes: a competitive base salary, a productivity bonus plan, and annual stipend for continuing education and paid days.</li></ul>We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefit and pay package including health coverage, 401k with match and profit share, PTO and more! Check out our main career site for more details at <a href="http://www.proliancesurgeons.com/careers" target="_blank">www.proliancesurgeons.com/careers</a> &nbsp;Be Part of Who We Are!&nbsp;Position SummaryThe Physical Therapist is responsible for delivering exceptional patient care while performing evaluations as well as developing and administering treatment plans for a wide variety of outpatient conditions.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities of the Physical Therapist include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Routinely evaluate and treat outpatient conditions in consultation with physician&nbsp;</li><li>Occasionally evaluate and treat outpatient conditions under direct access&nbsp;</li><li>Effectively determine and apply a wide variety of therapeutic exercises, modalities, manual therapy, and other treatments in accordance with state practice act&nbsp;</li><li>Apply lawful and ethical use of therapy services in daily treatments&nbsp;</li><li>Document patient care services according to regulatory and department guidelines&nbsp;</li><li>Direct supervision of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) may be required&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with physicians, managers and staff across the organization&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic setting&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work a flexible schedule based on clinic needs including but not limited to variable shifts, multiple clinic locations, etc.&nbsp;</li><li>Maintain safe environment for self, staff and patients&nbsp;</li><li>Participate in continuing education in order to maintain state license&nbsp;</li><li>Routinely participate and share knowledge obtained from continuing education courses with staff and the community at the direction of the department or organization.&nbsp;</li><li>Occasionally participate in community functions relating to outreach events throughout the yea&nbsp;</li><li>Any and all other duties as assigned&nbsp;</li></ul>Education/Experience<ul><li>Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program; Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s or Doctorate Degree preferred</li><li>Active Washington state license in Physical Therapy or&nbsp;application in process.&nbsp;</li></ul>Key Duties and Responsibilities<ul><li>Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Complete job required training.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Work in the clinic, office or surgery center during business hours &nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Travel independently throughout the clinic, office or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Understand and execute a variety of instructions&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Work independently with minimal supervision&nbsp;</li></ul>Work Environment/Physical DemandsThe work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work may be performed in an office and clinical environment.&nbsp; Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.&nbsp; While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear.&nbsp; The associate is required to sit for long periods of time, stand and walk, bend and stretch.&nbsp; Use of telephone and computer is required.&nbsp; Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. May requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.CommentsThis description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified.  Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.&nbsp;

Physical Therapist (PT)

Position SummaryThe certified Physician Assistant is a critical part of our team of committed, self-motivated people who provide critical services to promote and maintain our service, care, and our values.&nbsp;The role of the Proliance certified Physician Assistant is well-rounded, ideal for a self-motivated person who wants to maximize their skill set and expand their clinical knowledge. In this role, you will provide urgent care services at our Tukwila Urgent Care center.The role's work schedule will include nights (until 7pm) and weekends (on rotation - 1 out of 6 weekends).Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities of the Physician Assistant include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Greeting/ identifying patient &amp; completing and documenting an accurate history and physical examination of patients; may include moving and positioning patients</li></ul><ul><li>Conducting comprehensive or episodic health assessments and developing patient care plans</li><li>Ordering and interpreting tests, treatments, and therapies, within the scope of practice</li><li>Prescribing medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices, and other home health aides according to clinical privileges</li><li>Administer and/or inject medications</li><li>Wound care; apply or remove casting, splinting, wound dressing; suture and staple removal, etc.</li><li>Instruct and counsel patients regarding the total treatment plan &amp; therapeutic regimes</li><li>Providing clear, concise, and accurate information regarding patient care in the medical record&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Obtain/maintain technical familiarity and proficiency for specific surgical procedures prior to their performance</li><li>Remain proficient in the utilization of commonly used clinical protocols and guidelines</li><li>Assist in Surgical Procedures</li></ul><ul><li>Hospital rounds, including patient care, charting &amp; all paperwork/documentation, and interacting with the patient and family/care givers, staff, consultants, and discharge planners.</li><li>OPTIONAL Primary or secondary trauma call coverage</li></ul><ul><li>OPTIONAL Emergency Room: includes evaluating and treatment of patients</li><li>Answering service coverage and responsibilities</li><li>The ability to initiate Basic/Advanced life support in response to emergency situations.</li><li>Provides education to patients, families, and significant others using established education materials</li><li>May provide other clinical duties within the scope of practice as directed under a patient’s care plan</li><li>Advocates for patients, families, co-workers, the community, and the health care profession</li><li>Integrates evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision-making</li><li>Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge</li><li>Establishes an effective relationship with the supervising physician</li><li>Complete duties and assist others as directed</li><li>Must follow all policies as introduced during new associate On-Boarding, updated real-time and outlined in Associate Handbook</li></ul>Education/Experience<ul><li>Graduate of accredited Physician’s Assistant Program</li><li>Washington State Physician Assistant License, Current</li><li>Current Certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)</li><li>Current CPR and BLS from the American Heart Association</li><li>Two years prior experience in surgery preferred</li><li>OR, ER, or Urgent Care experience preferred</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>Advanced physical assessment and critical thinking skills required</li><li>Ability to listen, interact and communicate verbally and in writing</li><li>Required: Comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, techniques, Standards of Care, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies as they directly correlate to the specialty.</li></ul><ul><li>Superior customer service skills</li><li>Great interpersonal skills; demonstrating patience, composure and cooperation; working well with all patients, physicians and staff.</li><li>Advanced understanding of and adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)</li><li>Using time efficiently, with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and completion</li><li>Ability to manage multiple factors for the best result.</li><li>Resourcefulness in addressing first level problems and tenacity to see things through to solution</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective</li><li>Able to adapt to change, delays or unexpected events while maintaining a positive mindset</li><li>Clear oral and written communication</li><li>Ability to provide feedback to improve performance</li><li>Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision</li></ul>Work Environment/Physical DemandsThe work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.Work may be performed in an office and clinical environment. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is required to sit for long periods of time, stand and walk, bend and stretch. Use of telephone and computer is required. Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. May requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.

Physician Assistant (PA) - Urgent Care

Position SummaryThe certified Physician Assistant (Part Time) is a critical part of our team of committed, self-motivated people who provide critical services to promote and maintain our service, care, and our values.&nbsp;The role of the Proliance certified Physician Assistant is well-rounded, ideal for a self-motivated person who wants to maximize their skill set and expand their clinical knowledge. In this role, you will provide clinic-based care and post-operative care and may occasionally provide surgical assistance in the hospital OR.ScheduleThe schedule for this position is once a week on Thursdays, 8am-5pm, with potential for the option to pick up additional shifts.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities of the Physician Assistant include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Greeting/ identifying patient &amp; completing and documenting an accurate history and physical examination of patients; may include moving and positioning patients</li></ul><ul><li>Conducting comprehensive or episodic health assessments and developing patient care plans</li><li>Ordering and interpreting tests, treatments, and therapies, within the scope of practice</li><li>Prescribing medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices, and other home health aides according to clinical privileges</li><li>Administer and/or inject medications</li><li>Wound care; apply or remove casting, splinting, wound dressing; suture and staple removal, etc.</li><li>Instruct and counsel patients regarding the total treatment plan &amp; therapeutic regimes</li><li>Providing clear, concise, and accurate information regarding patient care in the medical record&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Obtain/maintain technical familiarity and proficiency for specific surgical procedures prior to their performance</li><li>Remain proficient in the utilization of commonly used clinical protocols and guidelines</li><li>Assist in Surgical Procedures</li></ul><ul><li>Hospital rounds, including patient care, charting &amp; all paperwork/documentation, and interacting with the patient and family/care givers, staff, consultants, and discharge planners.</li><li>OPTIONAL Primary or secondary trauma call coverage</li></ul><ul><li>OPTIONAL Emergency Room: includes evaluating and treatment of patients</li><li>Answering service coverage and responsibilities</li><li>The ability to initiate Basic/Advanced life support in response to emergency situations.</li><li>Provides education to patients, families, and significant others using established education materials</li><li>May provide other clinical duties within the scope of practice as directed under a patient’s care plan</li><li>Advocates for patients, families, co-workers, the community, and the health care profession</li><li>Integrates evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision-making</li><li>Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge</li><li>Establishes an effective relationship with the supervising physician</li><li>Complete duties and assist others as directed</li><li>Must follow all policies as introduced during new associate On-Boarding, updated real-time and outlined in Associate Handbook</li></ul>Education/Experience<ul><li>Graduate of accredited Physician’s Assistant Program</li><li>Washington State Physician Assistant License, Current</li><li>Current Certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)</li><li>Current CPR and BLS from the American Heart Association</li><li>Two years prior experience in surgery preferred</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>Advanced physical assessment and critical thinking skills required</li><li>Ability to listen, interact and communicate verbally and in writing</li><li>Required: Comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, techniques, Standards of Care, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies as they directly correlate to the specialty.</li></ul><ul><li>Superior customer service skills</li><li>Great interpersonal skills; demonstrating patience, composure and cooperation; working well with all patients, physicians and staff.</li><li>Advanced understanding of and adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)</li><li>Using time efficiently, with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and completion</li><li>Ability to manage multiple factors for the best result.</li><li>Resourcefulness in addressing first level problems and tenacity to see things through to solution</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective</li><li>Able to adapt to change, delays or unexpected events while maintaining a positive mindset</li><li>Clear oral and written communication</li><li>Ability to provide feedback to improve performance</li><li>Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision</li></ul>Work Environment/Physical DemandsThe work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.Work may be performed in an office and clinical environment. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear. The associate is required to sit for long periods of time, stand and walk, bend and stretch. Use of telephone and computer is required. Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. May requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.

Physician Assistant (Part Time)

Position SummaryThe RN performs pre-surgical nursing assessments and provides education to the patient prior to admission at the Ambulatory Surgery Center.&nbsp; The RN assesses and evaluates the care needs of the patient, requests necessary pre-surgical clearances and diagnostics, and communicates the patient's plan of care to the ASC.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities of the RN include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>Work with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care to the patient throughout their surgical experience</li><li>Maintain a friendly, positive and caring attitude with all patients, physicians and staff</li><li>Assist in patient education during all phases of their experience at the Center</li><li>Assist in assuring that the proper supplies, instruments and equipment are available for the procedure</li><li>Assist in assuring that equipment is functioning properly</li><li>Monitor use of all supplies. Assist with inventory control by proper count of supplies/time used.</li><li>Document appropriately the care that is given to the patient</li><li>Continuing education to meet State requirements and keep current with health care changes.</li><li>Display professionalism at work and in the community as a representative of the Center</li><li>Take an active role on committees within the department</li><li>Identifies actual and potential risk to patients and others and takes action to minimize or eliminate risk and maximize safety</li><li>Performs charge nurse responsibilities as staffing demands and as requested</li></ul>Education/Experience<ul><li>Graduation from an accredited school of nursing </li><li>Current State licensure and CPR, ACLS and PALS accreditation </li><li>Two years of OR, Recovery Room, Intensive Care or Emergency Room experience is desired </li></ul>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>Problem solving skills</li><li>Skill in using a computer</li><li>Knowledge of applicable specialties</li><li>Outpatient clinical organizational ability</li><li>Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective</li><li>Ability to exhibit cooperation, flexibility, and provide assistance when interfacing with patients, physician and staff</li><li>Ability to multi-task</li><li>Skill in organizing and reporting information that is accurate and complete</li><li>Understanding of the need for and evidence of consistent respect for confidentiality/HIPAA </li><li>Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations</li><li>Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all staff</li><li>Ability to prepare records in accordance with detailed instructions</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly</li><li>Consistency and timeliness in attendance</li></ul>Work Environment/Physical DemandsThe work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.

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