Pathologists' Assistant - Certified
Boston Medical Center job in Boston, MA
Under the general supervision of a Pathologist or the Managing Pathologist Assistant, accessions, prepare and performance of human specimen (and animal if research) dissection and postmortem (necropsy) examination. Provides technical support to pathology department pathologist and pathology residents (specimen dissection, provision of paperwork, supplies etc.). Provides technical and logistical support to the laboratories as needed, specifically histology, immunohistochemistry and frozen section services. Maintains cleanliness and infection control in surgical pathology dissection suites, mortuary and autopsy facility.
Provides support services to the Decedent Affairs Office as required. Assists physicians in the preparation of death certificates and related paperwork (autopsy permission, reporting to New England Organ Bank).
Position: Pathologists' Assistant - Certified
Department: Pathology Lab
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Surgical Pathology Services/ Frozen Section Service Support
Assists in the preparation and performance of human surgical specimen dissection, including accessioning, gross description, fixation and processing.
Performs gross description for large resection specimens such as colon and mastectomy specimens
Ability to gross small neuro specimens and melanoma specimens
Teach and mentor pathologist assistant students and grossing techs how to gross moderately complex and large resection cases
Performs some duties of a Histotechnologist to include, organizing, processing, cutting frozen sections, staining, and otherwise preparing tissue for microscopic evaluation by the Pathologist.
Obtains patient's clinical history and tissue type for specimens missing this information.
Maintains and updates autopsy and mortuary policy and procedures manuals to ensure compliance with CAP and Joint Commission accreditation standards, under direction of department manager.
Administers the daily operation of the surgical pathology dissection suite. Cleans and disinfects work area, inventories and stocks supplies. Monitors and cleans instruments and equipment (fume hoods, cryostats etc).
Assists with materials management within the department. Collects and co-ordinates delivery of consumable supplies and equipment to laboratories and satellite offices. Monitors inventory of store room under the direction of the laboratory supervisor and/or department manager.
Participates in removal of hazardous waste from laboratories to storage facility within the department. Communicates with safety department as necessary.
Exhibits an understanding and knowledge of: histologic tissue preparation, opening and embedding cassettes, slide labeling and coverslipping.
Prepares chemicals and dyes for use in routine and special staining techniques of diagnostic specimens.
Exhibits an understanding and knowledge of: routine histologic staining and set-up of frozen-section staining area; use of automated tissue staining equipment and operation and maintenance of automated coverslipper.
Performs accurate labeling and filing of slides and blocks. Records statistical data (e.g., number of cases, blocks, slides, stains) and tests results on a daily basis.
Cleans and maintains tissue processors
Calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment. Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor and maintains daily log of equipment performance. Assists with equipment delivery. Performs preventative maintenance and QC documentation of laboratory equipment.
Implements and understands the concepts of Universal Precautions, chemical hygiene, infection control and laboratory safety.
Quality Control checks and temperature monitoring and documentation for laboratory equipment.
Mortuary Services Support
Participates as a team member of the Decedent Affairs Office
Receives deceased patients from hospital transport.
Escorts deceased patients to hospital morgue for storage and places deceased patients into mortuary refrigerators.
Accessions deceased patients. Summarizes statistics of deceased patients on a monthly basis for department manager.
Communicates on behalf of the Decedent Affairs Office with regard to death certificates and body release authorization forms.
Communicates with funeral directors, hospital house staff, pathology staff, Medical Examiners office with regard to autopsies or body release.
Ensures that documents regarding release of deceased patients (death certificates, release authorization forms) are accurate and complete.
Ensures that the identity of the deceased patient has been confirmed, prior to release, by correlating the death certificate with patient name tag, wrist band, toe tag etc.
Communicates with families of deceased patients. Assists and guides with issues pertaining to the mortuary service.
Organizes and assists with deceased patient viewing. Prepares deceased for viewing by family. Operates video monitoring equipment. Confers with psychiatric nurses, social workers and administrators as necessary.
Schedules and performs release of bodies to funeral directors. Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and/or livery services. Keeps appropriate records of these transactions.
Cares for and distributes personal effects of deceased patients to appropriate departments (valuables, clothes etc.)
Cleans and disinfects morgue, morgue refrigerators, receiving areas and equipment.
Discards all biohazard and chemical waste in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
Autopsy Assistance
Ascertains correct legal authorization for autopsy. Checks autopsy permission form to confirm accuracy and completeness.
Retrieves patient chart and medical record and any other pertinent data.
Confers with pathologist to determine necessity for special specimen collection techniques and notifies all personnel involved.
Contacts pathology resident and pathologist on call, attending clinical physician listed on death certificate and all other authorities prior to beginning dissection. Coordinates special requests for organ sampling.
Performs postmortem examination including; external examination, in situ organ inspection, evisceration, dissection and dictation or recording of data, i.e. organ weights, presence of body fluids and gross anatomic findings.
Collaborates with pathologist to select and prepare gross tissue samples for frozen and permanent sections.
Photographs and archives body, organs, microscope slides and other relevant material.
Collates data for quality improvement indicators as directed.
OTHER DUTIES:
Groups data for quality improvement indicators as directed.
Utilizes hospital's cultural beliefs as the basis for decision making and to support the hospital's mission and goals.
Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
Performs other duties as needed.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of an accredited pathology assistant program. Pathologist Assistant ASCP. Certification required
Required number of course credits specified by CLIA.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Pathologist Assistant PA (ASCP) Certification required within 6 months of hire
EXPERIENCE:
The minimum training/experience required of such personnel is: 1 to 2 years ex patience preferred
Masters OF Health Science Pathologists Assistant Education/training equivalent to the above that includes the following:
60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution. This education must include 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR
24 semester hours of science courses that includes six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination, AND
Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLA, or other organization approved by HHS (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR
Minimum of three months of recorded laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
It is the responsibility of the laboratory director to determine whether an individual's education, training and experience satisfy the requirements of this checklist requirement.
This checklist requirement applies only to laboratories subject to US regulations.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Demonstrated accuracy and precision with accessioning, gross description, fixation and processing of human surgical specimen dissections.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information required.
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Auto-ApplyDietician EX
Boston Medical Center job in Massachusetts
The clinical dietician manages the comprehensive medical nutritional care of patients which includes providing nutrition assessment, development of nutrition care plans, diet modification, nutrition education, and all activities involved in the nutritional needs of the patient population.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
· Under the direction of the Clinical Nutrition Manager, and as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team, screens/levels patients for nutritional risk, assesses nutritional status and develops/implements nutrition care plans for identified patients considering individual and age-specific requirements.
· Develops, documents, and implements appropriate age-specific nutrition care plans for patients that contain objective, measurable goals.
· Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of care plans in accordance with clinical section's standards and revises care plan as needed to achieve therapeutic goals.
· Considers cultural and religious practices when planning patient meals and nutritional interventions.
· Provides age-specific nutrition/diet/food-drug counseling and education to patients and/or family/care givers.
· Educates and guides medical, nursing and nutrition staff on fundamental clinical nutrition principles.
· Recommend and monitor modes of nutrition support (i.e., enteral nutrition, parenteral nutrition).
· Assists the Clinical Nurse Manager and/or Senior Clinical Dietitian in performance improvement (PI) initiatives.
· Contributes to department goals by participating in staff in-services and department projects.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in nutrition and 0-2 years of clinical experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience Completion of an ACEND approved internship or program.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree in nutrition Internship or work experienced related to long-term care Internship or work experience related to service area hired to cover
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Registered Dietitian or must pass registration exam within 3 months of employment Commonwealth of Massachusetts License
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PREFERRED:
Board Certification Nutrition Support (preferred) Board Certification (Renal, Diabetes).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs):
· Entry-level clinical nutrition skills Interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to perform prescribed duties effectively
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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Auto-ApplyClinical Social Worker LICSW - Pediatrics: Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics - Boston - Sign-on Bonus Eligible
Boston, MA job
This role focuses on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and can provide services if necessary. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Social Work duties: Provides social work assistance to patients and families relating to developmental disabilities and life events in all areas of service as a member of multi-disciplinary team and in liaison with community resources. Responsibilities also include identification, assessment, and coordination of cases and anticipation of needs related to illness, hospitalization, finances, education, and home/community service. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically, responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.
Job Overview
This position oversees a range of clinical social work services to patients/clients and families in inpatient, ambulatory and community settings utilizing individual, family or group modalities and practicing within the guidelines of professional social work ethics and standards. Participates in a multi-discipline case conferences. Consult with agency care providers regarding social service needs of clients and families.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
2. Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).
3. Five (5) years of related experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Provides psychosocial assessment of the individual and family, including limitations, deficits and strengths in their current situation and environment, as well as functional level. May conduct a psychiatric social work assessment according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). Develops treatment plans with appropriate and competent interventions.
2. Responsible for psychosocial assessment and intervention in crisis situations that often involve issues of suicide, homicide, family violence, elder or child abuse.
3. Demonstrates sound clinical judgment in assessing the patient's needs for long-term care, including evaluating the home and family situation, helping the patient and family to develop an in-home care plan, exploring alternatives to in-home care and arranging for placement if necessary.
4. Provides treatment, therapy, psycho-education and/or counseling utilizing individual, family or group modalities.
5. Provides information, referral and creative resource acquisition for specific individual and family needs both within the Hospital and in the community as indicated. Assists patients/families to understand psychosocial factors impeding their maximal utilization of hospital and community resources.
6. Collaborates with and provides psychosocial consultation to the health care team to promote a smooth, coordinated plan of care. Aids the team in understanding and integrating the significance of psychosocial factors in relation to patient's illness, treatment and recovery. Identifies psychosocial issues that may impede progress. Makes recommendations to the team regarding patient/family care and management. Assists health care team to assist patient/family level of understanding to make informed decisions.
7. Provide medical social services to the patient's family member or caregiver on a short-term basis when necessary to remove a clear and direct impediment to the effective treatment of the patient's medical condition or rate of recovery.
8. Treats patients and families with dignity and respect at all times. Offers time for questions and answers; demonstrates empathy in communication while working toward optimal health goals.
9. Provides outreach, case finding/screening for high-risk issues that may impact on patient's progress, participation in plan, discharge or ability to utilize resources.
10. Assists with discharge planning issues to ensure continuity of care. Formulates, coordinates and implements the psychosocial components of outpatient care.
11. Consults, collaborates and communicates with a wide range of social, governmental and legal agencies, courts, schools, clinics, other hospitals, physicians and other sources.
12. Serves as a patient/family advocate with a variety of systems both internally and externally as required. May be called upon to testify in court.
13. Ensures clinical documentation is complete and according to departmental standards. Performs other administrative documentation and record keeping, such as accountability and statistical reports, billing forms, student intern evaluations, performance evaluations, etc. in complete and timely manner.
14. Initiates policy and program development in specific service area or team, utilizing knowledge of state-of-the-art programs and promoting social work values such as patient self-determination and social justice. Initiates, participates in and supports policy and program development in the Department of Social Work Services.
15. Actively engages in the regularly scheduled meetings, programs and activities of the Department. Serves on departmental committees. Represents the profession and Department in hospital and community meetings and committees.
16. Participates in social work professional education, supervision and teaching activities; supervises or trains staff social workers, student interns, house staff, nurses, medical students, and volunteers as required.
17. Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the working groups achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment
18. Continually monitors, assesses and modifies his/her own social work practice and programs. Conducts quality improvement activities and research regarding service delivery and effectiveness of interventions, as required.
19. Conducts or participates in professional organizations, grant writing, teaching, public presentations, seminars and workshops. May supervise staff social workers, social work associates, social work interns, parent consultants, house staff, nurses, medical students and volunteers as required.
20. Ensures compliance within guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies (DPH, ERISA etc.) and demonstrates compliance with Home Health Foundation policies and procedures. Practices confidentiality principles set by the agency and federal HIPAA/HITECH guidelines.
Physical Requirements:
1. Normal office setting.
2. Inpatient and/or outpatient clinic patient care setting.
3. Frequent sitting, occasional standing & walking, and lifting of 5-10 lbs.
4. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate computer keyboard.
5. Requires ability to see computer screen and reports.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
2. Knowledge of casework process and community resources in relation to health (including mental health), illness, and disability.
3. Knowledge of current social work theory and practice, the ability to apply treatment and case management methods, and familiarity with community issues and resources.
4. Understanding of organizational theory and practice in large systems and the knowledge of social and health care policies and systems.
5. High degree of diagnostic, treatment, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
6. Analytical skills required assessing patient needs, to develop associated treatment modalities and to provide effective counseling.
7. Computer skills and knowledge of general office programs, spreadsheet programs, database programs, and presentation programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
8. Ability to read/write and communicate in English.
9. Excellent interpersonal skills.
10. Ability to function well in very busy situations.
11. Responsible and reliable.
12. Good organization skills.
13. Ability to engage a wide variety of patients and collaterals in the acute treatment and discharge planning process.
14. Ability to identify and access community resources.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$72,371.94 - $90,464.92
Optometrist
Boston, MA job
This role focuses on providing medical and clinical support services to patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ophthalmology duties: Performs, prescribes, and analyzes results for the treatment of illnesses, diseases, injuries, and conditions that are related to the eye. Tasks include vision assessments, eye surgeries and advanced forms of eye disease in patients with significant systemic illness. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.
Job Overview
This position is a senior optometrist and takes leadership roles within the practice, contributing to the overall strategy, program development, and policy creation. Provides specialized care and may be involved in teaching, research, or developing new clinical programs. Acts as a mentor to junior optometrists and other staff.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school.
2. State licensure to practice optometry.
3. Five (5) years of clinical experience as an optometrist.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Experience in research, teaching, or involvement in professional organizations.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Provides advanced clinical care and treatment for complex ocular diseases, disorders, and visual conditions, such as diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts.
2. Leads a team of optometrists, providing mentorship and guidance in clinical decision-making, patient care, and professional development.
3. Participates in the development and implementation of clinical programs, including preventive care strategies and advanced diagnostic techniques.
4. Conducts clinical research or participate in clinical trials to advance knowledge in the field of optometry.
5. Serves as a subject matter expert, providing consultation to colleagues and participating in professional development through conferences, seminars, and workshops.
6. Supervises and ensures quality control for all aspects of clinical care, from patient intake to follow-up appointments.
7. Works with other healthcare providers and specialists to coordinate multi-disciplinary care for complex cases.
Physical Requirements:
1. Normal office work environment for an outpatient clinic patient care area.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Advanced proficiency in diagnosing and treating complex ocular diseases.
2. Expertise in providing patient-centered care and creating individualized treatment plans.
3. Ability to develop, implement, and manage clinical programs and initiatives.
4. Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
5. Excellent communication skills, including presenting at conferences and writing research articles or papers.
6. Advanced training or certification in specialty areas such as ocular disease, low vision, or contact lens fitting.
7. Proven leadership skills, including the ability to mentor junior staff and manage clinical operations.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$179,192.00 - $179,192.00
Interpreter- Toisanese/Cantonese
Boston, MA job
This role focuses on performing activities associated with evaluating, developing, recommending, implementing, and carrying out the policies and procedures related to the delivery of high-quality patient care. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Language Services duties: Listens to, understands, translates and provides support to those individuals with physical or mental impairments when it comes to language, such as speech therapy or speaking a foreign language. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. An experienced level role that applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Works independently with general supervision, problems faced are difficult but typically not complex, and may influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices.
Job Overview
Under general supervision, this position provides accurate interpretation for patient/families who have Limited English Proficiency (LEP). This position interprets the spoken language and culture between two or more individuals from English to the target language and back into English again to ensure accurate cross-language communication in a medical environment. May be required to translate written documents from English into the target language or from the target language into English. Acts as culture broker to identify when cultural differences are leading to a misunderstanding on the part of either the provider or patient. Language services are performed in designated areas according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. Medical Interpreter Certification from an accredited college or university
3. One (1) year of relevant interpreting experience
4. Bilingual
Preferred Qualifications:
1. National Certification for Medical Interpreters
2. Three (3) years of relevant experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Interprets the spoken language from English into the target language and from the target language into English for patients, physicians and staff.
2. Combines the ability to interpret both culture and language.
3. Participates in family meetings with social workers to assist in completing forms, obtaining financial aid for clients, transferring patients, etc.
4. Contacts non-English speaking patients to obtain consent signatures, give notification of appointments, and explain procedures, diagnosis, medical history, etc.
5. May accompany non-English speaking patients to operating room or other departments when presence is needed. May participate in patient/client care conferences.
6. Translates correspondence, brochures, documents and special diagnostic procedures from English into the target language.
7. May be required to take on-call requests to be available for emergencies at night and on weekends.
8. Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the working groups achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment
9. Adhere to applicable policies, procedures as they pertain to patient/client care and to applicable personnel qualifications.
10. Demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of what to report to the CEO or Chief Compliance Officer when concerns of corporate compliance arise.
11. Ensures compliance within guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies (DPH, ERISA etc.) and demonstrates compliance with Home Health Foundation policies and procedures.
12. Practices confidentiality principles set by the agency and federal HIPAA/HITECH guidelines.
13. Participates in all mandatory in-services
Physical Requirements:
1. Prolonged, extensive, or regularly standing/walking.
2. Regularly lifts and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
3. Frequently requires reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, and climbing stairs.
4. Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, sick patients, bodily substances, noise and possible exposure to radiation, lasers, electric shock, etc.
5. Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases and other transmissible infections.
6. Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances.
7. Specific vision abilities apply including close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
8. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Ability to read/write and communicate in both languages.
2. Ability to provide effective and clear interpretation and communication.
3. Advanced knowledge in areas of interpreting techniques and medical terminology, basic anatomy and physiology, diagnostic procedures and treatments in both English and target language.
4. High degree of courtesy and tact required in regular contacts with patients and their families involving patient related information of a sensitive and or/confidential nature.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to function well in very busy situations.
7. Responsible and reliable.
8. Good organization skills.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$23.04 - $28.80
Vascular Tech Per Diem-Stoneham, MA
Stoneham, MA job
This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ultrasound duties: Utilizes Ultrasound Technology to provide images of internal body structures. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.
Job Overview
Perform vascular ultrasound procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Perform vascular ultrasound procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American College of Radiology (ACR) imaging standards and allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a radiological diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and/or procedures as assigned. Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care. Work independently as required.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
2. Registered Vascular Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI).
3. Two (2) years of experience as a Vascular Ultrasound Technologist.
4. Basic Life Support Certification.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Independently perform vascular ultrasound procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.
2. Verify patient and procedure to be performed.
3. Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.
4. Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.
5. Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used.
6. Participate in ongoing education and training.
7. Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.
8. Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.
9. Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.
10. Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.
11. May teach students and support new technologists.
Physical Requirements:
1. Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting 30-35 lbs.
2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment.
3. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms.
4. Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of radiologic equipment, examinations, and procedures.
2. Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
3. Good communication skills.
4. Good customer service skills.
5. Ability to organize and set priorities.
6. Ability to work independently.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$44.17 - $56.32
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Advanced Heart Failure and Heart Transplant
Boston, MA job
Opportunity for the position to be a Senior Clinical Pharmacist Specialist, dependent upon qualifications and experience of the candidate.
This role focuses on providing pharmacy related services in a hospital or retail setting. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Pharmacy Services duties: Delivers pharmaceuticals. Includes professionals who are trained and sometimes licensed to dispense medicine/controlled substances. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.
Job Overview
Clinical Pharmacy Specialists work closely with other health practitioners to improve the health of patients by providing pharmaceutical care to individual patients and by serving as an expert resource to physicians, nurses, and other health professionals and caring for patients of the assigned service areas. Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy, control and analysis of the formulary; and the identification and remediation of drug related problems. Reviews and approves medication orders, monitors drug therapies, and provides drug information. Acts as an ambassador and educator for medication safety and best medication practices and drug therapy research within the organization. Pharmacists supervise and direct support personnel. Provides leadership by facilitating the development, implementation, and maintenance of hospital and departmental systems that promote desirable patient outcomes. Ensures the pharmacy is operated within the limits of State and Federal regulations.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) AND Two (2) years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital OR Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy AND Five (5) years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital
2. Pharmacist License.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) AND Three (3) years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital OR Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy AND Seven (7) years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital.
2. PGY1 Pharmacy Residency.
3. PGY2 Residency in a relevant area of practice.
4. Pharmacy Board Certification.
5. Active Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) credential in a related area of practice.
6. Experience in drug utilization review and analysis.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Provides prospective evaluation and monitoring of drug therapy.
2. Coordinates review of policies and procedures related to clinical practice.
3. Participates in the development and implementation of treatment guidelines, protocols and clinical pathways.
4. Participates in the development of departmental drug-specific and population-specific initiatives.
5. Directs and coordinates the clinical activities of the assigned pharmacy service area. Responsible for preparing, compounding and dispensing medications to patients in accordance within state, federal laws.
6. Reviews and accurately interprets physician's orders checking for appropriateness of orders as to indication, clarity, accuracy of dose, drug allergy, potential drug interactions and duplication (two or more drugs with the same therapeutic action).
7. Detects and reports medication errors and adverse drug reactions in a timely manner.
8. Communicates professionally with Physicians, Nurses and other healthcare professionals regarding medication related issues.
9. Prepares and presents to the appropriate committees evidence-based reviews of drugs requested for formulary addition.
10. Actively participates in hospital multi-disciplinary committees, multi-disciplinary patient rounds on a daily basis.
11. Participates in periodic reviews of therapeutic classes of drugs and present findings to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and others.
12. Represents the pharmacy department at committees, councils and meetings throughout the organization.
13. Performs medication counseling and medication history taking when requires, expertly performs basic patient care services such as blood glucose testing, blood pressure monitoring, peak flow meters, BLS/ACLS (if required by care setting).
14. Actively participates in developing department policies and procedures, maintaining the drug formulary, education of the pharmacy, nursing and medical staffs, and in department quality improvement efforts.
15. Participates in the professional development of clinical pharmacy specialists and clinical pharmacists by serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students, interns, externs, foreign graduates, and pharmacy residents (when applicable). Maintains relationships with local colleges of pharmacy.
16. May present research at state and national professional meetings, seek publication in a refereed journal, or maintain an adjunct faculty appointment at a school of pharmacy.
17. Oversees the preparation, compounding and dispensing of medications to patients and manages support staff (when required).
18. Participates in Pharmacy Quality Programs that relate to: People; Clinical excellence; Operational excellence; Financial performance and growth; Safety and quality; and Research.
19. Recommends appropriate medication doses and adjustments as indicated by patient clinical condition.
20. Identifies, documents, resolves and works to prevent drug therapy problems.
21. Monitors compliance with treatment guidelines, protocols and clinical pathways and present findings to the appropriate committees.
Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to walk and stand 25-75% of the day and to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
2. Requires sometimes reaching and grasping below, at, and above shoulder level.
3. Requires regularly grasping, typing, and fine manipulation with hands.
4. Works in an area with some discomfort due to dust, dirt, and temperature changes.
5. Possibility of cuts from broken glass and some exposure to hazardous chemicals.
6. Frequently required to speak, hear, communicate and exchange information.
7. Ability to see and read computers displays, read fine print, and/or normal type size print and distinguish letters, numbers and symbols.
8. Ability to work in confined or open environments.
9. Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of clinical best practices and standards for optimizing medication use
2. Superior verbal and written presentation skills.
3. Superior communication skills, including developing and giving presentations, both 1-1 and group.
4. Knowledge of integrated health networks and health plan drug formularies.
5. Maintains skill, knowledge and competency as an expert in pharmaceutical care of the assigned specialty area.
6. Project and resource management skills.
7. Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
8. Ability to understand importance of and respect for the confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
9. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
10. Comfort with and adaptability to contemporary healthcare workplace technologies including but not limited to electronic medical record(s), software applications, messaging systems, video chat, and team collaboration platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams, etc.)
11. Ability to work with all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences.
12. A robust understanding of chronic health condition management and population management.
13. Ability to prioritize and resolve critical issues efficiently and effectively.
14. Detail oriented, with strong organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities.
15. Willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that will continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$124,800.00 - $155,933.24
Radiologic Technologist - Full-Time - Sign-on Bonus Eligible
Boston, MA job
Schedule:
Wednesday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Thursday, 8-hour shift, Friday 8-hour shift, Saturday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Diagnostic Radiology duties: Evaluates physical conditions related to diagnostics are typically technically skilled and able to operate medical imaging equipment for this purpose. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.
Job Overview
Perform radiologic procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Perform radiologic procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American College of Radiology (ACR) imaging standards and allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a radiological diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and/or procedures as assigned. Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care. Work independently as required.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
2. Radiologic Technologist Certification (ARRT).
3. Radiologic Technologist state license eligible.
4. Basic Life Support Certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. X-Ray experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Independently perform radiologic procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.
2. Verify patient and procedure to be performed.
3. Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.
4. Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.
5. Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used.
6. Participate in ongoing education and training.
7. Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.
8. Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.
9. Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.
10. Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.
11. May teach students and support new technologists.
Physical Requirements:
1. Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting 30-35 lbs.
2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment.
3. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms.
4. Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of radiologic equipment, examinations, and procedures.
2. Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
3. Good communication skills.
4. Good customer service skills.
5. Ability to organize and set priorities.
6. Ability to work independently.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$40.00 - $43.49
Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care (Part Time/Full Time) - Sign on Bonus Eligible
Boston, MA job
Respiratory Therapist - Adult Critical Care (Part Time/Full Time) Sign on Bonus Eligible
At Tufts Medical Center, Respiratory Therapists are at the heart of innovation, teamwork, and growth. We're proud to offer more than just a role! We provide a career path with flexibility, advanced training, and opportunities you won't find anywhere else in the city. Here's what makes our department stand out:
Department-Specific Requirements & Scheduling
Massachusetts license and RRT status with NBRC (new grads may begin as CRT, RRT required within 3-6 months).
Flexible self-scheduling every 6 weeks, no on-call, easy shift switches.
Holiday balance: one major + one minor winter holiday, plus one major summer holiday.
Rotating day/night shifts (only 2-4 nights per 6-week schedule); full-time nights available.
Weekend rotation begins every other weekend, with option to move to every third.
Career Path and Growth
Support for advanced credentialing (NPS or ACCS).
NICU training, external transport opportunities, and ECMO Specialist roles with competitive pay.
Leadership and Research Support
Engaged leaders available 24/7, supervisors on every shift.
High employee engagement scores.
Opportunities to join ongoing research studies.
ECMO Program / Specialist Details
Robust program with 100+ patients in 2024; outcomes exceed ELSO benchmarks.
Mobile ECMO team with cannulation and transport experience.
Comprehensive training (3-4 weeks classroom/lab + 60+ pump hours) and biannual ECMO updates.
Neonatal Care
41-bed NICU with dedicated orientation separate from adult critical care.
Attend high-risk deliveries (NRP certification offered at TMC).
Quality improvement and high-reliability training opportunities.
Only RT department in the city with RT participation on pediatric transport.
Additional Benefits & Differentials
Parking close to campus: $15/day for days, free for nights, reduced weekends.
Competitive shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on assessing the needs of patients who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities and delivering therapy services to improve their developmental, physical or cognitive impairment. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Respiratory Therapy duties: Evaluates patients and helps them improve physical and mental conditions through treating cardiopulmonary related dysfunction. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. An entry level role that applies broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education. May require the following proficiency: work is closely supervised, problems faced are not typically difficult or complex, and explains facts, policies and practices related to job area.
Job Overview
This position is responsible for respiratory care for patients of all age groups, who are diagnosed with cardio-pulmonary dysfunction. Sets up various types of equipment to administer prescribed doses of medicinal gases and aerosolized drugs. Administers all types of respiratory therapy treatments including, oxygen delivery, mechanical ventilator management, diagnostic procedures (e.g., blood gas sampling and analysis, bedside pulmonary function testing, pulse oximetry, EKG's, BCLS, function and troubleshooting of respiratory therapy equipment). Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Associate's degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
2. Licensed by the state of Massachusetts to provide respiratory care.
3. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). If employed at TMC, must be RRT.
4. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited Respiratory Care program.
2. One (1) year of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Initiates patients on invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation; routinely checks and maintains proper function of ventilator in conjunction with the physician order.
2. Abides with infection control guideline for invasive and non-invasive equipment per departmental policy. Changes and adjusts ventilator parameters based on clinical assessment and blood gas analysis in accordance with physician orders.
3. Weans patients from mechanical ventilation and other therapies through patient assessment and adjusting parameters within prescribed protocols.
4. Administers inhaled medications in accordance with institutional guidelines derived from the department of respiratory care and pharmacy.
5. Administers oxygen using low flow, high flow, open and closed circuits.
6. Embodies patient and family centered care. Explains procedures to patients and family.
7. Provides services to analyze blood specimens for blood gases, glucose and electrolytes in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.
8. Administers Positive Pressure Breathing, (e.g. CPAP or BiPAP), which consists of the application of positive pressure to the upper airway to promote better lung inflation and aerosol distribution.
9. Routinely assists in the transport of patients requiring life-support to and from referral hospitals.
10. Provides in-house transport of mechanically ventilated and other high-risk patients.
11. Provides non-traditional therapies, e.g. Nitric Oxide gas administration, as ordered.
12. Provides resuscitation and support services at all high-risk deliveries.
13. Monitors effectiveness of therapy using non-invasive techniques such as pulse oximetry, end tidal CO2 and transcutaneous PO2/PCO2, in addition to invasive techniques such as arterial blood gas sampling.
14. Analyzes inspired oxygen concentration using various oxygen analyzers.
15. Calibrates monitors and maintains Transcutaneous Oxygen Monitors, End Tidal CO2 and pulse Oximetry monitors.
16 Assists in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation as part of Code Team primarily providing airway management and manual resuscitation. Commonly administers drugs via the endotracheal tube during cardiopulmonary rescue e.g. Lidocaine, Atropine Sulfate and Epinephrine.
17. Documents therapy, patient assessment, and interventions performed and test results in the progress notes of the medical record in a concise, accurate, and thorough manner.
18. Transcribes a detailed shift note for all patient's cared for during the shift.
19. Responsible for acknowledging the proper assembly of all respiratory therapy equipment prior to and during patient use.
20. Performs daily rounds and fairly bills patients for services rendered. Attend rounds daily with the intensive care unit critical care team and is an active participant in the patient's care.
21. Assists with development of in-service programs for departmental personnel.
22. Assists the Associate Director with the orientation of new employees; acts as a preceptor for new employees and is utilized as a clinical instructor for students enrolled in local universities.
Physical Requirements:
1. Able to walk and stand for approximately 90% of the time.
2. Able to transport respiratory therapy equipment (up to 100 lbs.) using carts or wheels on the equipment to and from patient areas.
3. Able to communicate with and assess the patient needs of different age populations.
4. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate computer keyboard and or respiratory equipment.
5. Requires ability to see computer screen and reports.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology of the cardiopulmonary system, and Respiratory Science.
2. Ability to communicate effectively with all professional staff as well as all patients.
3. Ability to assess patient status and develop treatment plans.
4. Ability to perform all required duties under emergency and stressful situations.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$42.00 - $43.49
RN Navigator - Neurosurgery - Boston
Boston, MA job
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nurse Navigator duties: Focuses on the patient's needs and helps guide the patient through the healthcare system and works to overcome obstacles that are in the way of the patient receiving the care and treatment they require. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.
Job Overview
The RN Navigator - Ambulatory serves as a liaison between patients, community resources, and providers and supports a smooth transition from outpatient setting to home with a goal of eliminating and/or reducing readmissions, patient satisfaction, and continuity of care across the continuum.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.
2. 3 Years of RN Experience OR 5 Years of Specialty LPN Experience.
2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Serves as the primary point of contact for neurosurgery patients, responding to patient portal messages and phone calls in a timely and professional manner.
Assists patients and families with completing required documentation such as disability forms, FMLA paperwork, and insurance-related documents.
Helps manage prescription refill requests in accordance with provider instructions and regulatory guidelines.
Provides education and anticipatory guidance to patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures using principles of adult learning.
Assesses barriers to care and coordinates resources to address patient-specific needs, including access to follow-up appointments, imaging, or rehabilitation services.
Collaborates closely with providers, schedulers, and administrative staff to ensure timely, coordinated care delivery.
Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient interactions, care coordination efforts, and communication with insurers.
Encourages patients to take an active role in their care planning and helps them navigate complex healthcare decisions.
Supports clinical and OR operations through effective communication, care coordination, and identification of workflow improvements.
Assist with pre cert for procedures as needed.
Suture/Staple removal for postop patients. Manages Neuro Surgery Department Code Cart - Ambulatory Setting Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the needs of the Neurosurgery Department.
Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
1. Occasional lifting of 30-35 lbs and turning patients.
2. Prolonged standing and walking.
3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
4. Exposure to infectious disease and possible carcinogenic chemicals.
5. Exposure of blood-borne pathogens.
6. Requires fine manual dexterity to lift and maneuver patients.
7. Requires visual and aural acuity necessary to monitor patient care.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care programs.
2. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
3. Ability to analyze, evaluate multiple solutions, and solve complex problems using well developed critical & analytical thinking skills.
4. Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.
5. Excellent time management skills needed to prioritize competing priorities.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$84,300.22 - $107,481.20
CT Technologist Overnight - Sign-on Bonus Eligible
Boston, MA job
Hours: 36 hours weekly, No on-call rotation
Friday 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Saturday 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Sunday 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following CT Scan duties: Utilizes CT Scan Technology to provide images of internal organs, bones, and soft tissue. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.
Job Overview
Perform Computed Tomography (CT) scan procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Perform CT scan procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American College of Radiology (ACR) imaging standards and allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a radiological diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and/or procedures as assigned. Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care. Work independently as required.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
2. Radiologic Technologist Certification (ARRT).
3. CT Certification (ARRT) or (NMTCB).
4. Radiologic Technologist state license eligible.
5. Two (2) years of experience as a CT Technologist.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. X-Ray experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Independently perform CT scans on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.
2. Verify patient and procedure to be performed.
3. Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.
4. Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.
5. Ensure patient and staff safety for CT equipment used.
6. Ensure IV access has been obtained and administer IV contrast.
7. Participate in ongoing education and training.
8. Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.
9. Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.
10. Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.
11. Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.
12. May teach students and support new technologists.
Physical Requirements:
1. Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting 30-35 lbs.
2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment.
3. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms.
4. Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of radiologic equipment, examinations, and procedures.
2. Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
3. Good communication skills.
4. Good customer service skills.
5. Ability to organize and set priorities.
6. Ability to work independently.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$47.00 - $56.32
Clinic Coordinator - (Mon-Fri 11:30am-8pm)
Boston, MA job
Clinic Coordinator
Location:450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215 Category:Administration Support/Customer Service Employment Type:full time
Clinic Coordinators demonstrate the values and mission of Dana-Farber everyday by providing expert compassionate care to our patients with cancer.
Responsibilities:
Create an exceptional patient experience by delivering outstanding customer service throughout the check in and check out process.
Manage complex scheduling to meet patient needs.
Act as a liaison for patients, families and providers.
Respond to emergent and compliance matters with creative problem solving and critical thinking.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred.
0 - 1 year experience in a customer service setting.
Proficiency in technology and complex computer systems required.
Ability to work in a fast paced and complex clinical environment.
Professional Growth:
The Clinic Coordinator position may lead to career opportunities in administrative, team lead, and management roles. Dana-Farber is committed to offering a variety of personal, professional, and leadership development opportunities to all members of its workforce to meet the everchanging needs of our workforce and our industry.
Well-Being and Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Time Off
Family & Child Care Benefits and Resources
Retirement Programs
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Transportation
LGBTQ+
Our Benefits Partners Include:
Harvard Pilgram Health Care
Delta Dental
Eye Med
Fidelity Investments
Sentinel Benefits Group
Prudential
Voya Financial
TIAA
Care.com
Edukate
Headspace
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
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Clinical Nursing Director Endoscopy Tufts Medical Center
Boston, MA job
Tufts Medical Center is a world-renowned academic medical center that has been providing exceptional care across New England for over two centuries. Our clinicians are dedicated to delivering innovative, patient-centered care every day, from our primary care to our Level I Trauma Center to our leading heart transplant program and over 100 specialties and services. We are also the principal teaching hospital for Tufts University School of Medicine and a leading research institution that conducts game-changing medical and health policy research.
Job Overview
Tufts Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Nursing Director reporting to our Executive Director of Perioperative services and Endoscopy . You will have overall responsibility for the planning, development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of nursing care, patient safety, clinical quality outcomes, evidence-based practices, and professional development of nursing staff. The Clinical Nursing Director works collaboratively with other disciplines and departments to ensure that procedures are well planned and that services are fully integrated to ensure a patient-centered and safe approach to care. Manages systems in order to accomplish patient, unit, and departmental and institutional goals. Case types for this unit include outpatient and inpatient GI procedures including upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound and bariatric procedures. The Endoscopy unit has 3 procedure rooms and 2 advanced procedure rooms as well as prep and recovery and also a manometry program for evaluation of patients with motility issues.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.
2. 7 Years of RN Experience with at least 5 years of management experience.
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
4. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
5. Master's Degree in Health Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or another related field.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Initiates and manages change, ensuring appropriate support and resources to staff.
2. Creates opportunities for multidisciplinary forums in order to solve problems and facilitate planning.
3. Monitors and ensures excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the delivery of patient care on unit.
4. Integrates the nursing service philosophy into all unit practices and programs.
5. Keeps current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions, and research in patient care and health care delivery.
6. Utilizes a performance improvement process to assess the response to care from patients, families, and others.
7. Provides leadership in setting the direction of the unit and is responsive to changing internal and external factors.
8. Maintains open communication with managers whose departments provide support services to the clinical area in order to ensure the appropriate level of service at all times.
9. Manages human, fiscal, and other resources needed to support clinical nursing practice and positive patient outcomes.
10. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
11. Monitors and critically analyzes resource utilization of the unit.
12. Collaborates with physicians, hospital administrators, and other relevant groups on methods of delivering care.
13. Provides leadership in developing quality driven and cost-effective programs of care.
14. Ensures appropriate staffing plan to accommodate changing needs of the unit.
15. Utilizes knowledge of federal, state, hospital, unit and accreditation agencies standards, policies and procedures to direct patient care.
16. Oversees operating and capital budget; implements strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
17. Creates and fosters a learning environment that facilities the professional growth and development of staff.
18. Oversees written policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
2. Occasional lifting of 5-15 lbs and turning patients.
3. Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
2. Ability to maintain and develop clinical knowledge, judgment, and skills.
3. Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.
4. Possesses strong clinical and theoretical skills.
5. Demonstrates proactive approach.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Leadership duties: Controls, directs, and participates in the activities of the organization through a hierarchy of managers and supervisors. Responsibilities also include long-term strategic planning, determining the policies of the organization, and allocating its resources and making decisions regarding organization growth and diversification to accomplish entity's vision. A management role that supervises employees focusing on tactical, operational activities within a specified area, with the majority of time spent overseeing area of responsibility, planning, prioritizing and/or directing the responsibilities of employees. Goal achievement is typically accomplished through performance of direct and/or indirect reports. A role that manages experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. Responsibilities typically include: policy and strategy implementation for short-term results (1 year or less), problems faced are difficult to moderately complex, and influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$162,773.52 - $207,541.52
Bioinformatician II
Boston, MA job
The **Center for Cancer Genomics** **(CCG)** at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute facilitates genomic discoveries in cancer using novel technology platforms to assist researchers in both genome-wide and gene-focused efforts. Technologies are selected and developed with a view to research-oriented ventures, as well as translational medicine and clinical relevance. Our clinical and research environments currently use state-of-the-art massively parallel sequencing assays of DNA and RNA from patient tumor samples. Data from these environments are used to advance research on both adult and pediatric cancers, improve our understanding of cancer biology, and advance the field of precision cancer medicine. This opportunity offers the chance to work at the forefront of translational cancer technologies and applications, in an informatics group that enables analyses in both arenas.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
The **Bioinformatician II** will report to CCG's Lead Informaticist and have the main responsibility of independently performing data analysis on a wide array of cancer multiomics projects ( _sc/sn RNAseq, sc ATACseq, Crispr screens, SNV/CNV, longread Oxford Nanopore Direct RNA sequencing,_ etc.) in consultation and collaboration with internal Dana-Farber research collaborators and external research partners. Some limited orchestration of automated pipelines may be required as necessary. The Bioinformatician II will have no direct reports. Dana-Farber has a wealth of local, on-premises, and cloud-based computing resources available to extensively explore the large body of data generated annually by Dana-Farber researchers and collaborators. Given these resources, the development of novel computational methods is strongly encouraged.
**MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:**
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree required in a STEM field. Master's degree or PhD strongly preferred in bioinformatics, medical informatics, computational biology, statistics, computer science/engineering, or a related quantitative field.
Minimum Education:
3 Years of experience required; Master's degree with 1 year experience required; PhD with 0 years.
+ Experience with bioinformatics tools and databases for sequence alignment/analysis; germline and somatic variant calling; bulk and single-cell/nuclei RNAseq; long read sequencing (Oxford Nanopore).
+ Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in bioinformatics and data analysis, such as Python, R, and Perl. Experience with workflow languages such as WDL or Nextflow is a plus.
+ Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary team.
**Pay Transparency Statement**
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
$83,800 - $90,800
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
**EEOC Poster**
Biomedical Equipment Technician II
Boston Medical Center job in Boston, MA
Under general supervision, provides and performs electrical safety testing, calibration, troubleshooting, performance assurance testing and emergency repairs for all biomedical, laboratory and associated medical instrumentation used throughout the Boston Medical Center. Orders supplies and parts for equipment and stock inventory. Maintains an accurate computer database of equipment which includes: departmental wide inventory, repair data and retired equipment. Assists in the establishment of performance assurance guidelines as part of a comprehensive electrical safety program. Participates in an on-call rotation (nights, weekends and holidays). Covers off-site areas North, South, East and West of BMC Main.
Position: Biomedical Equipment Technician II
Department: Clinical Engineering
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
* Troubleshoots critical care related instrumentation in critical care or surgical areas while in use. Diagnoses the source of operational failure, if any, of patient related equipment. Determine if the operation of the device is correct and to provide recommendations for improved use.
* Conducts complete electrical safety testing and inspections on all equipment under the jurisdiction of the department of Clinical Engineering and the department of Health and Hospitals.
* Provides required periodic calibration of equipment to ensure proper operating function.
* Conducts complete performance assurance testing. Performs complete performance maintenance procedures as required following protocols.
* Performs emergency and routine repairs on instrumentation under the jurisdiction of the department of Clinical Engineering and Boston Medical Center.
* Compiles and updates equipment inventory, repairs data and retired equipment.
* Assists in the formation of performance assurance forms.
* Participates in an on-call rotation which covers nights, weekends and holidays.
* Participates in the evaluation of biomedical instrumentation under the supervision of the manager or designee.
* Attends various hospital committees as directed by Manager.
* Attends hospital meetings as directed by team lead
* Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
* Adheres to BMC's RESPECT attributes.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's Degree in related engineering field required or at least 4 years' experience in biomedical instrumentation repair.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
AAMI certification and other OEM trainings preferred
EXPERIENCE:
Three years of relatable experience in a hospital setting focused in medical device maintenance
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
* Knowledge of standards, regulations, and safety requirements (such as Joint Commission, FDA, ECRI, ASA, OSHA and DPH) is necessary.
* Strong knowledge of biomedical, anesthesia and patient-care related instrumentation, and detailed understanding of hemodynamic monitoring.
* Familiarity with electrical/electronic and medical terminology.
* Ability to repair, maintain, test and calibrate a wide range of detailed biomedical, anesthesia and patient-care related instrumentation is necessary.
* Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
* Ability to maintain detailed records and prepare data into statistical reports.
* Proficiency with standard software programs used in healthcare (such as MS Word, Outlook) and web browsers, patient registration systems and electronic medical record.
SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS (Responsible for on-call, 24 hr. coverage, etc.):
Participates in an on-call rotation (nights, weekends and holidays).
Provide service to off-site locations (travel necessary)
Compensation Range:
$36.56- $47.29
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or "apps" job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
Auto-ApplyResearch Project Manager- Surgery
Boston Medical Center job in Boston, MA
Research Project Manager, Surgery
Schedule: 40 hours per week
ABOUT BMC:
At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal - to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.
You'll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you'll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Research Project Manager will play an integral role in managing research programs across the Department of Surgery. They will work under supervision of Executive Director of Research, and closely work with the Grants Administrator, Research Coordinators, and our faculty in providing operational support that facilitates coordination of high-impact research studies. These studies include basic biomedical, clinical, quality improvement and translational research. The position requires frequent communication with the Executive Director of Research in the Department of Surgery and Associate Chair of Research.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Act as a strategic liaison, interacting with principal investigators, lab staff, institutional offices (e.g., Clinical Trials Office (CTO), IRB, IACUC, Biosafety, etc.)), and external collaborators, as well as with compliance, safety, human resources, and the clinical trials offices
Support project management for large, multi-component grants (e.g., e.g., T32 training grants, U-series cooperative agreements, program project grants, center grants, and industry-sponsored studies)
Assist in tracking and coordinate research activities across multiple funding sources, including NIH, DOD, foundation grants, and industry contracts
Establish and manage essential regulatory documentation, data user agreements (DUAs) and centralized repositories/compliance files in accordance with organizational and federal policies and procedures, including IRB/IACUC submissions, biosafety protocols, and training documentation
Manage research timelines, milestones, and deliverables, particularly for translational projects with regulatory and clinical components, proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
Assist with quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) audits preparation conducted within organization and by external parties, as well as inspections conducted by FDA
Assist with hiring process for research staff, fellows, and students, including coordination with human resources and onboarding; time sheets management and effort allocation tracking
Assist with implementation of SOPs, data management plans, compliance protocols, preparation and submission of progress reports, data tables, and other deliverables to sponsors
Assist with space, equipment, and resource allocation, particularly in shared research environments. Organize research team meetings, seminars, and events
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree required, Masters and/or project management certification are desired
EXPERIENCE:
5 years of clinical research experience as study coordinator or clinical research fellow (or a Master's + 3 years of experience)
Advanced experience with centralized clinical trials management systems (CTMS) such as Velos, and grants submission systems (e.g. InfoEd, eRACommons, etc)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of grant application preparation and approval process in academic setting. Knowledge of clinical trials life cycle management from start up - to execution - to close out
Demonstrated experience with federal and foundation research grant processes (e.g., NIH, DOD, PCORI, foundations). Knowledge of IRB submissions and reporting
Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical and data management skills
Ability to work independently and within a team framework as necessary.
Proficient with Microsoft programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc).
Ability to lead and manage complex development programs/teams for investigational products and to deliver high quality results.
Ability to interface effectively with development and management of teams in a fast-paced working environment. Excellent presentation and negotiation skills with emphasis on building consensus as collaborative leader
JOB BENEFITS:
Competitive pay
Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn't dictate health.
Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to ************************* or call ************ to let us know the nature of your request.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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Auto-ApplyPhlebotomy - Outpatient 40 hour days 8A-4:30P with minor holidays
Boston Medical Center job in Brockton, MA
Responsible for providing quality, customer-oriented laboratory services including registration, specimen collection, specimen processing, and other related duties. Performs venipuncture on patients. Maintains necessary equipment and supplies. Communicates effectively to all levels of laboratory staff and external contacts, and acts as a resource for phlebotomy technicians.
Position: Phlebotomy - Outpatient
Department: Radiology
Schedule: Full Time, 40 hour, days 8A-4:30P with minor holidays
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
* Performs venipunctures according to laboratory policies and procedures including the collection of timed specimens, blood cultures, pediatric and neonatal specimens.
* Positively identifies all patients according to laboratory policies and procedures. Verifies identification of specimens and labels specimens according to laboratory policies and procedures.
* Receives and prepares laboratory specimens prior to laboratory analysis and testing, including study specimens, random and 24 hour urines, and send-out specimens.
* Centrifuges and aliquots specimens, and follows all special handling instructions according to laboratory policies and procedures.
* Optimizes the routing of specimens and work benches, prioritizing stat and routine specimens. Routes and distributes specimens to appropriate lab sections within specific time frames. Assists in the pickup and delivery of specimens as needed.
* Prepares all workstations with essential supplies.
* Performs special procedures and waived point of care testing as requested by supervisors, assistants, and specialists.
* Monitors and records daily temperatures and performs scheduled maintenance of equipment as needed.
* Completes all appropriate logs for documentation and troubleshooting, and communicates to supervisor.
* Utilizes technical training and acquires in-depth knowledge of the LIS and its functions.
* Performs order/entry, inquiry, crediting, and other basic LIS functions in the laboratory information system according to policies and procedures.
* Performs patient registration functions in EPIC registration system, including patient demographic updates, insurance validation and eligibility checks, and assigning of medical record numbers.
* Answers the telephone according to department policy and procedure.
* Conforms to hospital standards of performance and conduct, including those pertaining to patient rights, so that the best possible customer service and patient care may be provided.
* Utilizes hospital's behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to support the department and the hospital's mission and goals.
* Manages time appropriately and meets BMC standards for attendance and punctuality.
* Attends department meetings, delivers reports in a timely fashion and documents activities related to quality improvement as assigned.
* Assists in training new lab support technicians and phlebotomy students.
* Completes all laboratory and hospital safety, compliance, and competency training as assigned. Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
* Performs special procedures as requested by supervisors, assistants, and specialists.
* Works with the technical and assistant supervisors to update inventories, orders, and maintain supplies as needed
* Assists supervisors with writing training programs, standard operating procedures, and establishing competencies. Assists in training new phlebotomists and phlebotomy students.
* Participates in quality improvement (QI) activities according to Laboratory policies and procedures. Offers input for performance improvement and participates in validating the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
* Recognizes and resolves technical and non-technical problems in the laboratory. Anticipates problems to circumvent customer dissatisfaction. Obtains help in problem-resolution as appropriate. Records information on the problem log and reports all issues to supervisory staff.
* Adapts to changes in the departmental needs including, but not limited to, offering assistance to other team members, adjusting assignments, and fostering teamwork.
* Performs special procedures as requested by supervisors, assistants, and specialists.
* Performs point of care waived testing, maintains instruments, training and competencies
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED. Completion of a NAACLS accredited phlebotomy program.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Phlebotomy Certification or seven years of experience is required.
EXPERIENCE:
One year of Phlebotomy, and/or specimen processing experience required.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
* Excellent English communication skills (oral and written) and interpersonal skills are required to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts in a courteous and customer service manner.
* Demonstrates technical competency using hospital computer systems such as Microsoft Office, patient registration systems (e.g. EPIC), and Laboratory Information Systems (e.g. Sunquest).
* Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; strong attention to detail, organizational ability and follow-through.
* Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information
* Ability to effectively handle challenging situations and to balance multiple priorities.
Compensation Range:
$18.99- $26.68
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or "apps" job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
Auto-ApplySurgical Aide - OR, 40 hours, Mixed Shifts
Milford, MA job
Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
$15.75 - $28.35
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday, On Call - Required
Scheduled Hours:
10:35a-7:05p
Shift:
4 - Mixed Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
40
Cost Center:
26000 - 2112 Operating Room Admin
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
The Surgical Aide assists the nursing staff with direct and indirect nursing care activities as well as environmental cleaning responsibilities. The Surgical Aide provides a safe, visibly clean environment and works under the direction of a Registered Nurse. As an integral part of the healthcare team, the Surgical Aide is responsible for maintaining a safe environment in which quality patient care is delivered. Prioritization of patient care tasks and communication with healthcare team members are essential to this role.
I. Major Responsibilities:
Case Preparation
1. Communicates patient care concerns to appropriate personnel.
2. Matches scheduled procedures to surgical preference cards.
3. Picks instruments and supplies, checks for specialty equipment, and prepares the OR bed.
4. Brings in all necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment.
Patient Preparation and Intraoperative Assistance
1. Assists nursing staff in rooms as directed.
2. Transfers patients using proper body mechanics.
3. Assists with positioning and prepping patients under RN or MD direction.
4. Retrieves additional supplies and transports specimens.
5. Assists with post-surgical patient transfers.
Post-Operative Room Preparation
1. Cleans OR and equipment per policy.
2. Removes unneeded specialty equipment.
3. Resets room furnishings and prioritizes room turnover.
4. Provides help across all areas as needed.
Environmental Cleaning
1. Maintains a safe, visibly clean environment between cases.
2. Follows environmental cleaning guidelines.
3. Stocks warmers, maintains cleanliness in core areas, locker rooms, and lounge.
Inventory Maintenance
1. Maintains adequate supply of scrubs and linens.
2. Restocks room and core supplies daily and as needed.
Other Duties
1. Picks up and delivers supplies.
2. Performs pharmacy pick-ups as needed.
Age-Specific Competency
1. Applies knowledge of growth and development stages to patient care.
2. Demonstrates age-appropriate communication and support.
II. Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education
Required:
1. High School diploma or GED
Preferred:
1. Current CPR certification
Experience/Skills
Preferred:
1. Housekeeping experience
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at ***********************************. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Auto-ApplyPharmacy Student Intern - Inpatient
Boston Medical Center job in Boston, MA
Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist, and according to department policies, and procedures, and guidelines, is responsible for many supportive practice functions in the department for the purpose of providing high quality patient focused pharmacy services, and fulfilling the practice hours requirement for pharmacy education and licensure.
Position: Pharmacy Student Intern
Department: Inpatient Pharmacy
Schedule: Part Time
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Requires a high school diploma and registered as a full time pharmacy student in an accredited College of Pharmacy in good standing, and registered with the Board of Pharmacy.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
* Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone communications skills to interact appropriately with hospital staff, patients, families/visitors, physicians, colleagues, and others.
* Ability to speak the English language, read, interpret and follow complicated verbal and written instruction with precision, accuracy and dependability. Additional language skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is very helpful.
* Ability to multi-task, prioritize essential tasks and meet deadlines.
* Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, including being able to perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios/proportions, etc.).
* Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information.
* Ability to work proactively with the Pharmacist to learn the appropriate usage of medications on a daily basis and maintain the required level of competency to perform the essential duties and responsibilities associated with the position.
Compensation
$23 hourly
Compensation Range:
$0.01- $0.01
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or "apps" job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
Auto-ApplySenior Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Boston Medical Center job in Boston, MA
Under supervision of the Operations Manager and according to established policies and procedures, Provides direct patient assessment and management in the BMC Stress Testing Laboratories and/or Cardiac Rehabilitation & Prevention Program.
Position: Senior Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Department: Card Non-Inv Testing - Preston
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Stress Testing Management
Knowledge of ACSM stress testing guidelines
Evaluates patients for appropriateness of testing, patient safety, and correct type of test and protocol
Effectively communicates pertinent information with supervising physicians, nurses, sonographers and other physiologists and ensures communication with referring physicians as needed.
Evaluates and performs stress testing of outpatients and inpatients; including, exercise tolerance tests, stress echocardiograms, dobutamine echocardiograms, metabolic stress tests, exercise nuclear stress tests, pharmacological nuclear stress tests.
Performs Pediatric stress testing. Exhibits knowledge of testing protocols and proper equipment usage for pediatric patients.
Provides patient information, explains testing methods and procedures, and obtains patient consent
Selects appropriate testing protocol according to patient clinical presentation
Ensures recordings are of the best quality for diagnosis according to departmental practices and procedures.
Performs ongoing clinical assessment throughout the test by monitoring cardiovascular and pulmonary parameters including symptoms, appearance, heart rate, blood pressure, and electrocardiogram
Determines test duration and test termination as per BMC Stress Testing Lab Policy and ACSM guidelines
Calculates and records all necessary parameters, and provides initial interpretation of electrocardiographic tracings for diagnostic purposes
Creates the electronic record of exam, documentation of pertinent exam information, and data entry for charge capture
Evaluates and communicates findings to medical personnel as required, following departmental practices and procedures
Responds to medical emergencies for Stress Testing Labs and BMC Non Invasive Cardiovascular Laboratories, and assists-physicians according to BMC Non-Invasive Lab policy.
Provides education and instruction to hospital personnel and students in methods and theories of stress testing
Inserts peripheral intravenous lines as needed according to BMC Non Invasive Lab Policy
Nuclear Stress Testing (specific additional duties to those as outlined above)
Coordinates patient-specific imaging protocol with physician staff (Cardiology and/or Radiology)
Maintain Radiation safety standards per BMC Radiation policy and procedure guidelines
Enters basic pre-test patient data and imaging data into Apollo (medical history, radiopharmaceutical doses and administration time, etc.)
Cardiac Rehabilitation, PAD Rehab, & Prevention Program Management
Provides patient orientation to the Rehab Programs
Reviews medical evaluation and implements treatment plan as developed by the Program Medical Director
Develops specific exercise training program and training goals for each individual patient with reference to underlying medical conditions and risks of exercise
Performs ongoing clinical assessment throughout sessions by monitoring all relevant cardiovascular parameters
Coordination & scheduling of all adjunctive rehab services including behavioral medicine, social work, nutrition, and tobacco treatment
Evaluates and manages periodic Individualized Treatment Plans to achieve comprehensive risk reduction goals, interventions, outcomes, and effectiveness
Utilizes behavior modification techniques to implement change: goal setting, support, feedback, and patient empowerment
Educates patients on cardiovascular/pulmonary topics including (but not limited to): Anatomy & Physiology, Cardiopulmonary Risk Factors, Stress Management, Exercise, and Medications.
Assists in the scheduling of ancillary patient needs: interpreters, transportation, parking
Completes and maintains clinical documentation of daily sessions, treatment plans, and patient discharge information, using available documentation programs.
Analyzes cardiac rehab program outcomes for group data as a foundation for quality improvement
Collaborates and communicates with referring providers, including the provision of a written discharge summary
Documents and reports exercise sessions, manages appointment scheduling, and initiates and ensures charge capture processes
Maintains Cardiac Rehab Program standards to meet American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) accreditation requirements
Develops individual student programs including, supervision, instruction, and training all student interns
Responds to medical emergencies for Stress Testing Laboratories and BMC Non Invasive Cardiovascular Laboratories, and assists-physicians according to BMC Non-Invasive Lab policy.
Maintain AACVPR staff competency requirements
Pulmonary Function Testing
Performs metabolic testing with indirect calorimetry
Perform basic PFT testing
Other Duties
Maintains current knowledge in exercise testing, indirect calorimetry and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation through regular study of emerging literature, individual instruction by supervising staff, and participation in conferences at the department, local and national level
Maintains a working knowledge of cardiovascular medications
Has a working knowledge of 12-lead EKGs and rhythm strip interpretation
Communicates/collaborates with members of multidisciplinary team (nursing, physicians, sonographers, local health centers, dieticians, behavioral medicine, respiratory therapists)
Maintains necessary records and files according to departmental practices and procedures.
Orders equipment and supplies as needed.
Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives in the Non-Invasive Cardiac Laboratories and Respiratory Department
Demonstrates an ability to manage several concurrent tasks
Work in flexible, team environment
Maintains Boston Medical Center Behavioral Standards
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups of adult and geriatric patients regularly served.
Utilizes BMC Values as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the department and hospital's mission.
Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
Performs other [additional and related] duties as needed.
Equipment Management
Ensures that all equipment is in working condition before each test, and troubleshoots all equipment needs
Manages all technical components of equipment including use of exercise stress test systems, treadmills & bicycles, metabolic cart, vital sign monitors, mobile language interpretation devices
Monitors Daily Quality Control including: glucometer, electronic refrigerator indicators, and defibrillator
Maintains equipment and mobilizes service personnel as needed and/or informs chief physiologist for continued follow up and management
Must adhere to all of BMC's RESPECT behavioral standards.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology; Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology Preferred
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
BLS, ACLS, and ACSM certifications required
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum three years of experience in a hospital setting, or similar setting, as an Exercise Physiologist or in Cardac Rehab setting.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSA):
Work requires educational preparation from a Bachelor's program in exercise physiology, kinesiology, or exercise science.
Experience in Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehabilitation setting and/or Stress Testing preferred.
Work requires knowledge to effectively utilize the Electrocardiograph, and stress testing procedures, medical terminology and basic sciences such as Physics, Math, Anatomy and Physiology.
Ability to present professional literature/research at departmental Journal Club Education Series
Maintain self-directed continued education in the field of clinical exercise physiology, stress testing and/or rehabilitation
Proficiency with Exercise testing - ECG, stress echo, stress nuclear, pharmacologic, metabolic stress (CPET invasive and non-invasive) and pediatric. ( no Cardiac Rehab Duties) OR Cardiac Rehab Physiology Duties plus Exercise - ECG, stress echo, metabolic stress ( CPET non-invasive)
Carry out senior administrative duties as requested by chief physiologist and troubleshoot software difficulties
Interpersonal skills sufficient to work directly with patients and effectively interact with physicians, nurses, and other staff members.
Compensation Range:
$24.28- $35.10
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
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