Quality Assurance Manager - Behavioral Health
The Child & Family Guidance Center job in Bridgeport, CT
Since 1925 The Child and Family Guidance Center has been serving children and families. We provide culturally informed mental health care and complementary supports, regardless of ability to pay. If you would like to be a part of our team and make real difference in people's lives. The Child and Family Guidance Center is currently seeking a full time Behavioral Healthcare Quality Assurance Manager.
The Behavioral Healthcare Quality Assurance Manager will ensure compliance with internal and external program standards, including but not limited to state and federal contracts, Medicaid fee-for-service billing, and HIPAA privacy and security rules. The Quality Assurance Manager will play a critical role in monitoring fee-for-service billing by ensuring that electronic documentation is complete, accurate and meets compliance standards for reimbursement by CT DSS/Medicaid and all other funders. The Quality Assurance Manager will perform quality assurance reviews, produce valid and reliable data reports, and coordinate policy, procedure, and standardized form development.
The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following Essential Functions:
Maintain government contracts and ensure compliance with licensing and credentialing requirements.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of state and federal regulations, including CT DSS/Medicaid fee-for-service billing, and any changes that occur to ensure compliance with these rules and regulations.
Work with program staff, Fiscal Department, and the CEO to develop, implement and monitor effective systems for CT DSS/Medicaid fee-for-service billing; monitor billable services and ensure compliance with program standards.
Conduct internal quality assurance reviews addressing DSS/Medicaid and state licensing requirements. Work collaboratively with program staff and agency leadership to share findings from internal reviews and external audits and lead quality improvement initiatives.
Produce reliable and accurate outcome data from agency databases to support the agency's DEI initiatives.
Provide thorough analysis related to data reports and audits and develop PowerPoint and other types of presentations for internal and external use.
Implement, monitor, and report on HIPAA privacy and security practices.
Support development of new policies and procedures and develop and manage an annual review process for all policies, procedures and forms.
Support case record/chart review processes across programs.
Maintain comprehensive staff training and development requirements; coordinate, facilitate and assign staff training. Coordinate training and staff development in evidence-based practices.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications:
MSW, MBA, MPH, or related MA/MS degree preferred.
Knowledge and experience with Medicaid reimbursable services preferred
Two to three years of post-graduate experience in human services or mental health.
Prior compliance and/or quality improvement experience preferred
Knowledge and experience with Medicaid reimbursable services preferred
High level of skill with MS Office software
EEO Statement: The Child and Family Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, gender, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, or physical disability.
Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
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Auto-ApplyCase Manager - Family Reunification
The Child & Family Guidance Center job in Bridgeport, CT
Since 1925 The Child and Family Guidance Center has been serving children and families. We provide culturally informed mental health care and complementary supports, regardless of ability to pay. If you would like to be a part of our team and make real difference in people's lives. The Child and Family Guidance Center is currently seeking a Case Manager for our Reunification and Therapeutic Family Time program.
The RTFT Case Manager is responsible for facilitating reunification by providing intensive support and education to families to help achieve a successful and permanent family reunification. Through Therapeutic Family Time with the utilization of the Visit Coaching Model, focusing on, repairing relationships and improving parental functioning is initiated with Family Conferences held at critical junctures during a three stage process. The Case Manager will work closely and collaboratively with families, substitute care-givers and DCF.
The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following Essential Functions:
Provide Therapeutic Family Time/Family Time Services to assigned families who have been identified as needing services, including but not limited to parenting and child development education, advocacy and support, and assistance with obtaining community resources.
Review/explore safety concerns and risk factors that may impact child safety with the family and DCF
Assess family functioning, skills, parental capabilities, and parent's motivation to change
Implement the Visit Coaching Model
Identify family resources and informal/formal supports with the family and how they may be used in safety planning
Observe family interactions and identify family strengths and needs
Identify problems and barriers that may be impacting reunification
Complete initial North Carolina Family Assessment Scale for General Services and Reunification (NCFAS-G+ R) within 14 days of referral
Utilizes recognized curricula to improve parenting skills and increase parents understanding of normal child growth and development
Develops strength-based service plans in partnership with the parents to address areas identified as challenges or goals
Assists and model for the parents in how to seek and obtain outside resources
Maintains collaborative relationship with substitute caregivers and other community and medical providers as needed
Maintains accurate records of all client and collateral contact including service hours, number of home and office visits, contact with collateral agencies per program requirements
Testifies in court and attends required DCF Family Conference or other meetings
Maintains adequate case-load of families working within the guidelines, policies, procedures, and mission of The Child & Family Guidance Center.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field
Must have valid CT driver's license
Must have reliable transportation and to attend collaborative meetings and required trainings within CT
Experience working with children with emotional and behavioral problems and their families: 2 years (Required)
Knowledge of child abuse and neglect (mandated reporting) statutes preferred.
Ability and willingness to work with families of all races and socio-economic backgrounds with cultural competence and sensitivity.
Bi-lingual Spanish (preferred)
EEO Statement: The Child and Family Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, gender, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, or physical disability.
Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
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Auto-ApplyLead Clinician (LCSW) - Child/Adolescent PHP
Norwich, CT job
Shift Detail: Schedule: Mon-Fri; 9:00am - 5:30pm
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
Natchaug Hospital is Eastern Connecticut's leading provider for children, adolescents and adults with mental illness and substance abuse addictions. We offers a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical dependency services. Through our multi-site network of care, we constantly strive to meet its mission in Helping people find their way while educating and empowering individuals to participate in their own care and recovery.
Program Summary
Natchaug's Joshua Center Programs treat children as young as six and as old as 17 who are struggling with psychiatric or substance abuse issues, but do not require inpatient care. Services Include: Comprehensive assessment, which may include: Comprehensive aftercare planning, family, group, and individual therapy, occupational and creative rehabilitation therapy. Natchaug Hospital provides transportation from school to the Joshua Center Program, and then to the student's home.
Job Summary
Lead Behavioral Health Clinician works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence based clinical services in the Child/Adolescent partial hospitalization program. Clinical services include individual, group and family therapy. Maintains ethical principles and professional standards of practice in adherence to the discipline's professional code of ethics. Assumes leadership responsibilities as assigned by clinical leadership. May assume clinical oversight of daily operations in the absence of Program Manager.
Key responsibilities of Lead Behavioral Health Clinician:
Conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate.
Provides direct patient care that may include case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end -of-life care, referral and discharge planning.
Refers patient to appropriate levels of care and available resources that promote the individualized care plan.
Assists in the coordination of programming which may include staff scheduling, scheduling clinical activities, program development, utilization review, case load assignment, and attending meetings as directed by manager.
May assist in the hiring process for new staff, supporting expansion of initiatives, supporting clinician productivity, leading team meetings, conducting staff education and training.
Independently able to provide clinical social work interventions to all patient populations.
Provide social work field supervision to second year social work students.
***Lead Behavioral Health Clinicians are eligible for a Sign On Bonus up to $2,500.00, in accordance with program guidelines***
Qualifications
Master's degree in social work, counseling, or marriage and family therapy or related Human Service field required.
Minimum of one year of experience as a licensed Clinician working with behavioral health and/or chemical dependency population.
Experience in leading clinical care teams preferred.
Current Connecticut license; LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LADC; LCSW preferred.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity.
We take great care of careers.
Hartford HealthCare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top notch organization:
Sign-on bonus
Federal loan forgiveness program
Medical and dental benefits
401(k) plan with employer match up to 7%
Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire
Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Interventional Technologist / Electrophysiology
Bridgeport, CT job
Shift Detail: Monday-Friday 7a-5:30p No holidays, weekends, or call.
Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent's is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network, and is the system's second-largest hospital.
Job Summary:
· Performs functions prior to, during and following electrophysiology procedures.
Responsibilities:
· Facilitates all aspects of set up and development including responsibility and functionality of all electrophysiology (EP) lab equipment and troubleshooting equipment technical problems. Facilitates and provides Tilt Table Testing.
· Assists physician in instrumentation, pacing and recording activities during EP procedures and facilitates proper recording and storage of data.
· Performs device interrogation of inpatients and post-operative device interrogation.
· Functions as coordinator and patient liaison between physicians and outpatient clinical care, including direct involvement in patient relations. Schedules outpatient visits and inpatient procedures including coordinating necessary clinical objectives prior to procedure.
· Assists physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac arrhythmias in an invasive procedure arena, specializing in the care of patients undergoing EP studies, device implantation and ablations.
· Educates patients of procedures expectations before, during and after the procedure.
· Acts as a resource and provides mentoring to new staff.
· Maintains a safe environment. Ensures compliance with current regulatory requirements.
· Functions in all roles rotating during the shift as defined.
· Participates in activities for professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
· Performs all duties in a manner that promotes team concepts and reflects the organization's mission and philosophy.
· Other Duties as assigned.
· Follows safe guidelines and limitations for receiving, transporting, and stocking of intravenous (IV) fluids as related to specified essential job duties. Ensures that intravenous (IV) fluids are kept safe and secure, have not been tampered with and are not expired. Intravenous (IV) fluids are defined as solutions containing 5 % dextrose, 0.9 % sodium chloride or combinations of these two solutions.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Required Credential(s):
· Licensed Radiology Technician credentialed from the Connecticut Department of Public Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
· Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
One or more of the following:
· Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
· Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Red Cross obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
· High School Diploma/GED.
· Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technology or Cardiac Electrophysiology program required.
· Minimum of two years related experience required.
· Preferred: Competency in Advanced ECG interpretation with EP mapping and ablation system.
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
OASIS Workflow Coordinator (RN, PT, OT, SLP) - Homecare
Southington, CT job
Work where every moment matters. Every day, almost 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a Oasis Workflow Coordinator.
Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, this role ensures the accuracy, compliance, and quality of Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) assessments by reviewing for regulatory and policy adherence. The individual in this role provides clinical staff with guidance on documentation, utilization, and patient care decisions to support optimal clinical and operational outcomes. They review visit utilization for care appropriateness and collaborate with clinicians on necessary modifications, reporting any potential over or underutilization to leadership. The role requires timely completion of workflows in Homecare Homebase (HCHB) and flexibility to meet agency needs.
Collaboration with teams is key to identifying trends and developing action plans to address them. Participation in quality and performance improvement initiatives is expected, along with supporting the agency's compliance with data submission requirements for regulatory and payor standards.
Key areas of responsibilities:
Reviews OASIS assessments for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance, providing recommendations to ensure quality and reliability.
Guides staff on clinical, documentation, and utilization decisions to improve OASIS accuracy and care quality, recommending cost-effective corrections that support clinical and operational goals.
Reviews visit utilization for appropriate patient care, collaborates and consults clinicians on needed adjustments, and reports utilization concerns and financial risks to the clinical manager. Ensures timely completion of HCHB workflows and maintains a flexible schedule to support agency needs.
Collaborates to identify documentation trends, supports improvement planning, participates in quality initiatives, and helps ensure compliance and accurate data submissions across all settings.
Collaborates to identify documentation trends, supports improvement planning, participates in quality initiatives, and helps ensure compliance and accurate data submissions across all settings.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Preferred Requirements
Education
Degree from an educational program with licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN), Physical Therapist (PT),
Occupational Therapist (OT), or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Education
Bachelor's degree in nursing, master's degree in PT,
OT, SLP from an accredited educational program
Experience
2 years in certified home health
Experience
OASIS Certification and/or Quality/Compliance
Certification
3 years in certified home health
Homecare Homebase experience
Licensure, Certification, Registration
Current CT Licensure in one of the specialty fields: RN or PT or OT or SLP in good standing
Licensure, Certification, Registration
Language Skills
English verbal and written communication skills, including computer usage and teaching skills
Language Skills
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
• Experience in providing data analysis and statistical processes in quality reporting
• Ability to design and develop performance measures
• Experience in providing education
• Experience in facilitation of PI teams using quality improvement methodology
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
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Ability and willingness to travel to branches (regions) as needed
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Travel within the Unites States may be necessary
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Knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Adherence to Hartford Healthcare Leadership Behaviors and Core Values
We take great care of careers
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Radiologic Technologist - Urgent Care
Westport, CT job
Shift Detail: 8 and 12 hour shifts; every other weekend
Sign-on bonus eligible - up to $10,000!
Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray Tech) Positions Available in Stamford, Norwalk, Wilton, Fairfield and Westport, Connecticut
Start here at Hartford HealthCare!
At Hartford HealthCare Urgent Care we not only take great care of our patients, we take great care of our Radiologic Technologists too! Our benefit options are designed so you can care for yourself and your family, just as you care for others when you are here.
What our Radiologic Technologists love about working at HHC Urgent Care:
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague
AND
dependents
Medical, dental and vision coverage options
Flexible scheduling and generous PTO to promote work/life balance
Employee assistance and wellness programs including a
strong focus on promoting mental health
Collaborative and supportive environment with state of the art equipment
Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!
Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Our physician led medical group enjoys an excellent reputation with patients and the medical community, offering primary care, urgent care and more than 30 different specialties.
Job Description
The Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray Technologist, Radiographer) operates equipment and performs Radiologic procedures by positioning patients and preparing contrast medias to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures on patients to assist the physician in diagnosis and treatment.
Qualifications
Current State of CT Radiographer license required
Graduate of AMA approved Radiologic Technologist program preferred
CPR validation within 3 months of hire
New graduates are encouraged to apply!
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW) - HomeCare
Southington, CT job
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a Social Worker (MSW).
Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client's home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients' families.
Our Social Workers (MSW) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy.
The Home Care Social Worker (LMSW) is a Master's prepared, Licensed Clinician who will engage patients, in their home, to determine their short and long-term needs, and will provide short-term counseling/interventions to meet care plan objectives. The Home Care Social Worker will collaborate with patients, their families, physicians, and home care team to identify and address patient's bio-psychosocial needs, barriers to care, risk-factors, etc. The Home Care Social Worker is familiar working with patients who have complex health care and psychosocial problems that require a high degree of clinical oversight and creative problem solving. The Home Care Social Worker works independently and uses critical thinking skills to make accurate, and at times, quick judgments, and has the ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Key areas of responsibility
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team regarding patients that were identified for Social Work Services, and through IDT/case communication, assists with identifying patients that would benefit from Social Work Services.
Completes comprehensive in-home psychosocial evaluations. Evaluations include:
Consideration of developmental, social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental, and medical issues
Physical, social, emotional, and familial characteristics
Use of evidence-based assessment tools to determine cognitive status and behavioral health needs including Dementia, Depression, Anxiety, etc.
Home safety, family dynamics, caregiver strain, and other risk factors including suicide
Patient/family understanding of their disease treatment options
Strengths, available supports, and barriers to care
Determine appropriate level of care including needs for long/short-term skilled-nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, adult day care, etc.
Based on a comprehensive, culturally competent assessment collaborates with the patient and family to create a care plan with measureable goals. Implements short-term interventions to address identified barriers and promote health and well-being.
Provides clinical treatment services in form of triage, crisis intervention, individual or family therapy, screening and planning
Utilize Motivational Interviewing and Coaching skills to assist patients/families in identifying and addressing goals. Using identified strengths, encourage self-determination and independence
Act as educators for patients, families, the community, and other professionals regarding disease prevention, disease progression, impact of illness, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens
Advocate for the needs and interests of patients to improve access to care and improved delivery of services
Provide ongoing assessment of patient and family needs. Monitor and alter care plan goals and interventions as necessary
Maintains timely documentation of social work services, which reflect the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment and treatment; social work involvement and outcomes.
Facilitates team based care and collaboration
Work collaboratively with primary care and specialty physicians and other members of the health care team to improve quality of life
Functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Participates in case conferences and IDT meetings
Assists the health care team in understanding social/psychological factors related to patient's care
Acts as a consultant for Agency staff regarding abuse, neglect, exploitation, and community resources
Identify HHC and community-based resources for patients and families as appropriate
Qualifications
2-3 years health care experience, inclusive of acute and community health experience
Licensure, Certification, Registration
LMSW required, LCSW preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
Considerable knowledge of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence the behaviors of patients and families.
Familiarity with various evidence-based assessment tools: PHQ-9/PHQ-2, SLUMS, BIMS, FAST, SAD Caregiver Strain Index, etc.
Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (town/state/federal programs and eligibility requirements)
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Interventional Technologist - Cardiac Lab
Hartford, CT job
Shift Detail: 36 hours, 3 12 hour shifts. Every 5th weekend, call shift once per week. No holidays, rotating call for holidays.
Work where every moment matters. Every day more than40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast's largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization.
The Hartford Hospital Cath Lab is a high functioning, fast paced Cath Lab comprised of 5 Labs. Several types of complex cardiac procedures are performed in our Cath Lab, this includes structural heart procedures, some structural heart procedures are performed in the Hybrid OR in collaboration with the OR team. Great team work is not only encouraged but it is essential. The Interventional Radiology Technologist is an integral part of the Cath Lab team! He or she will develop a complex skill set that is not only valued by the entire team, but also contributes to positive patient outcomes. This technologist will learn to function in different roles during the invasive cardiac procedures. These roles are comprised of the circulating role, monitoring role, and scrub role. This individual will develop a comprehensive knowledge base of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
The technologist will learn to work with a wide array of equipment such as contrast injectors, ultrasounds, IVUS, mechanical thrombectomy devices and atherectomy supplies and become knowledgeable in a vast array of supplies including stents, balloons, catheters, coils, etc.
He or she will be responsible for entering patient information into the x-ray equipment, annotating, post processing and, sending patient images to the PACs system, adhering to the Radiation Safety and Standards such ALARA principles.
We offer an intense orientation with on the job training. Our program ensures a positive experience where growth and development are a priority. Our Cath Lab is a proud recipient of the Gold Plus Award and one of a few hospitals across the nation to achieve the Cardiac Comprehensive Center Certification. We hope you will join our team!
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Graduation from an AMA accredited Radiography program.
ARRT credentialed Radiology Technologist and CT Radiographer license.
Ability to work independently and is a team player.
Maintains education requirements per ARRT Standards.
CI or VI, Advanced certification by ARRT preferred, but not required.
Cath lab, interventional radiology or hybrid OR room experience preferred, but not required
BLS and ACLS required
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters, and this is your moment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Clinician (LCSW, LADC, LPC) - Substance Use Intensive Outpatient
Hartford, CT job
Shift Detail: Monday-Friday, flexible day shift
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
The Institute of Living at Hartford Hospital remains one of America's leading not-for-profit centers for patient care, research and education in the fields of behavioral health and addiction disorders. Our dedicated and skilled treatment team provides patients and their families with the highest quality of personalized care at our facility, set on historic, park-like grounds designed by Frederick Law Ohlmsted. Programs are offered for children, adolescents and adults struggling with a wide range of behavioral health issues.
Job Summary
Works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence-based substance use and addiction treatment services. Maintains ethical principles and professional standards of practice in adherence to the discipline's professional code of ethics.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to conduct a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment, develops and implements treatment/discharge plan, monitors progress of interventions and revises plan to meet patient and family needs, and coordinates consults/referrals to remove barriers and promote the individualized care plan, detox, and/or substance use rehab.
Provides education to patient/family with respect to meeting established goals, including but not limited to disease prevention and progression, advocacy for benefits, and maintenance of treatment regimen.
Provides direct patient care that may include case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, referral and discharge planning.
Maintains timely, patient-centered documentation that reflects the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment, interventions and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies.
Participates in administrative and developmental activities including team meetings and clinical supervision by program manager.
Works as a team member to contribute to improved patient experience.
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or related Human Service field
Previous experience in a healthcare setting working with substance use disorders or addiction services
LCSW, LADC, or LPC; responsible for maintaining current licensure
Valid Driver's License
Computer proficient
Ability to assess problems, determine solutions, and make decisions within a timely manner
Utilize supervision and team approaches in the context of patient assessment and clinical interventions
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity
Focused on personal, patient/client and unit/staff safety
At the Institute of Living, we don't just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Clinicians!
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
RN Emergency Department
Meriden, CT job
Shift Detail: Night shift- 7p-7:30a, every 3rd weekend & holiday
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as an Emergency Department RN.
Serving our community since 1998, MidState Medical Center is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for our patients, community, and employee's alike. We've earned top honors for quality stroke care, gold level recognition for organ donation, and employing leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation, providing the highest quality level of care.
Our state-of-the-art ED was designed with the needs of patients and their family members in mind. It features 56 private rooms, convenient access to laboratory and radiology services within the department, the use of EPIC for patient charting, designation as a Primary Stroke Center, and a dedicated, separate Acute Behavioral Health Unit. Our team to dedicated professionals is committed to providing the highest levels of patient care to everyone we serve.
Job Summary
Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family.
Qualifications
BSN (preferred)
Current RN license in state of Connecticut
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high volume environment.
Self-directed in the management of patient care.
Previous Emergency Nursing experience preferred
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Care Coordinator (RN) - Case Coordination
New Britain, CT job
Shift Detail: Rotating weekends and holidays
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life., as well as a wide variety of specialties.
The licensed RN care coordinator demonstrates expertise in a healthcare setting in the assessment and treatment of patients along the continuum of care. Develops and implements discharge planning within an interdisciplinary healthcare team, addresses complex clinical care needs by identifying and removing barriers that prevent optimum access to needed post-acute care. Works collaboratively with the providers to identify discharge barriers and delays in order to optimize most efficient use of acute care hospital days and prevent prolonged length of stay. Provides clinical leadership to their healthcare teams and ensures daily goals are being met according to the patient's plan of care.
Qualifications
Education
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, BSN Preferred
Previous experience in acute care healthcare setting or in multiple healthcare settings.
Licensure, Certification, Registration
Valid Registered Nurse License with the State of Connecticut
Case Management Certification preferred
Language Skills
Preferred bilingual English/Spanish
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
· Demonstrate comprehension of medical terminology, natural history of illness and general disease processes; identification of and reliance on educational resources to continuously improve clinical practice as a medical social worker.
· Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills required.
· Knowledge of computer applications preferred.
· Possesses ability to provide expert verbal and written clinical documentation and consultation along the continuum of care.
· Must be able to work collaboratively, efficiently and effectively with multidisciplinary health care professionals to ensure a seamless transition of care for our patients and families.
· Ability to multi-task and address multiple needs of healthcare team members and patients/families.
· Ability to address complex psychosocial needs by working with community resources and addressing barriers that prevent patient from optimizing their health and quality of life.
· Ability to work in fast changing healthcare environment.
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Respiratory Therapist - RRT
Hartford, CT job
Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast's largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization.
Job Summar
This Respiratory Therapist performs as a clinically competent practitioner and provides respiratory care to patients with minimal guidance. They perform the therapy, management, rehabilitation, diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities which affect the cardiopulmonary system and associated aspects of other system functions.
Responsibilities include administering oxygen and other medical gases, utilizing aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, etc. Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments. Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's individual age specific needs and to provide individualized age specific treatments and care.
The RRT demonstrates efficiency across clinical/critical care settings to provide quality service to patient care units through communication, cooperation and collaboration with our heath care team.
Participates in additional training and/or certification courses to develop expertise and skills to become certified to work in specialized clinical areas.
Qualifications
Associates Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred from an AMA approved Respiratory program.
Ability to function as a self-directed team member.
Valid State of Connecticut Respiratory Care Practitioner license
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) granted by The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) prior to Orientation
BLS /ACLS Certified
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Nuclear PET CT Technologist - Cardiology
Hartford, CT job
Shift Detail: full time position, 40 hours per week, weened and holiday rotation.
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.
Performs Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT hybrid procedures in the hospital in accordance with all state and NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) regulations, and utilizing an understanding of principles of growth and development to provide the physician with diagnostic images to identify and/or plan appropriate treatment of the patient's condition. Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images. Positions patients. Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear radiologic studies in adherence to professional and department protocols.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program
Certified Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board CNMT (NMTCB)(CT) or R.T.(N)(CT) (ARRT). CT Advanced certification by ARRT required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required
2 years nuclear Tech PET/CT, and SPECT/CT preferred.
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LADC) - Emergency Department
Hartford, CT job
Shift Detail: Overnight Shifts in the Hartford Hospital Emergency Department from 12:00 midnight - 8:30 AM, 3-4 shifts per week.
Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
The Institute of Living, one of the first mental health centers in the U.S., remains one of America's leading not-for-profit centers for patient care, research and education in the fields of behavioral, psychiatric and addiction disorder. Through our dedicated, experienced and skilled clinicians, we provide patients and their families with the highest quality of personalized care. Programs are offered for children, adolescents and adults struggling with mental illness as well as offering services specializing in Anxiety, Eating Disorders, and Geriatric Services.
Job Summary
Works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence based clinical services across the continuum of care. Maintains ethical principles and professional standards of practice in adherence to the discipline's professional code of ethics.
Job Responsibilities
Conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary Team to assess for appropriate level of care and risk factors; develops and implements care/discharge plan and coordinates consults/referrals to remove barriers and promote optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
Utilizes specific therapeutic methods/strategies/interventions in accordance with individualized care plan.
Monitors progress of interventions and revises plan to meet patient/family needs.
Provides education to patient/family with respect to meeting established goals including but not limited to disease prevention, impact of illness and disease progression, advocacy for benefits, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens.
Provides direct patient care that may include: case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end-of-life care, referral and discharge planning.
Refers patient to appropriate levels of care and available resources that promote the individualized care plan.
Maintains timely patient-centered documentation that reflects the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment, interventions and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies.
Independently able to provide clinical social work interventions to all patient populations.
Participates in administrative and development activities including team meetings, clinical supervision of staff and staff education.
Provide social work field supervision to second year social work students.
Supports the development of hospital and/or unit-based programming to meet the clinical and strategic needs of the patients and the milieu.
Works as a team member to contribute to improved patient experience.
Ensures the cost-effective utilization of resources.
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Social Work, or Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy or Related Human Service Field
Previous experience in a healthcare setting
LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LADC
Valid Driver's License
Computer proficient
Ability to assess problems, determine solutions and make decisions within a timely manner
Utilize supervision and team approaches in the context of patient assessment and clinical interventions
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity
Demonstrates competencies, including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age specific patient needs.
Focused on personal, patient/client and unit/staff safety
Assumes responsibility for self-improvement by identifying, communicating and seeking resources or instruction/validation to meet own learning needs, and is self-directed in maintaining currency of validations, certifications, licensure and training.
Is cognizant of health-related social needs and cultural competence. Recognizes and addresses health disparities-inequalities and injustices directed toward clients, related to access to care and provision of health services.
Develops and maintains cultural competence with an understanding of the history, traditions, values, and family systems of client groups as relates to health care and decision-making. Displays sensitivity to and awareness of the diversity in cultural groups and integrates this knowledge into their practice.
We take great care of careers.
As a Hartford HealthCare entity, The Hartford Hospital Institute of Living provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working in a thriving centrally located urban community:
Medical and dental benefits
401(k) plan with employer match
Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire
Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs
Located on the Institute of Living's historic park-like grounds designed by Frederick Law Ohlmsted
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
RN Care Manager - Case Coordination
Torrington, CT job
Shift Detail: Per Diem for 8 hour shifts during the week and weekends
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Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment.
POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Care Management is a collaborative practice model including patients, nurses, social workers, physicians, healthcare team members,, caregivers and the community. The Case Management process encompasses communication and facilitates care along a continuum through effective resource coordination. The goals of the Care Management Team include the achievement of optimal health, access to care and appropriate utilization of resources balanced with the patient's right to self-determination.
Incumbents of this position are professional Registered Nurses that utilize the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, documentation, and evaluation) to determine and facilitate the most appropriate level of care and identification of discharge needs. Collaborates with physician to ascertain medical treatment plan and with nursing, other health care team members and health plans to fulfill the treatment plan in the highest quality, cost effective manner. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction (patient, family, physician, others), maintaining patient confidentiality and being sensitive to the age and cultural specific patient needs for comfort, privacy and generalized care. .
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Displays and upholds CHH core values of dignity, compassion, service excellence, community and integrity. Consistently demonstrates caring for patients, for one another, and for the organization they are part of, and contributes to building trust, pride and camaraderie and collaboration with the Health Care Team.
Incumbents of this position will strive to gain the respect and maintain the dignity of patients / family members, visitors and all Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Personnel. Demonstrates a diplomatic and supportive attitude and presents the hospital in a positive manner to all persons above. Promotes and contributes, in a positive manner, to inter- and intra-departmental relationships to ensure all needs of the patient are met. Maintains confidentiality of all appropriate information and documentation.
Responsible for complete and thorough patient and family assessments for initial and on-going care and discharge planning, addressing physical, psychosocial, religious, cultural and educational aspects. Identifies and communicates appropriate information gathered from patient, family, chart, community agencies and colleagues to other members of the multidisciplinary health care team. Actively coordinates patient care including the sequencing and scheduling of tests, procedures, and consultations. Works closely with physicians to coordinate hospital services from pre-hospital through post discharge recovery.
Ensures patient and family understand the diagnosis and planned course of treatment and determines and communicates discharge needs. Identifies gaps / barriers to care and facilitates interdepartmental communications to expedite appropriate changes. Additionally, incumbents are responsible for assessing any financial needs of the patient / family, including assisting in the clarification of benefit plans.
Assists Social Worker Care Managers with highly clinical complex patient needs.
Responds expeditiously to emergency needs of patient and families in crisis by providing appropriate interventions necessary to support and stabilize.
In conjunction with patient, family, payers and other members of the health care team: formulates and implements a discharge plan to address assessed needs and patient/family concerns,; evaluates the effectiveness of the plan in meeting the established care goals; and revises the plan as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Refers patients to a variety of resources including, but not limited to, Visiting Nurse Agency, Skilled Nursing facility, Long Term Care Hospital, Rehab Facility, Hospice Care, Durable Medical and Respiratory Care providers.
Assures Follow-up care with Providers has been arranged with confirmation of the patient's ability to access the scheduled appointment.
Telephone Contact to patient's who are at a high risk for readmission within 48 hours of discharge to verify the follow-up services has occurred as planned; Patient and Family understand and are following their discharge instructions and Patient and family are able to follow-up with their provider for evaluation.
Pro-actively advocates for patient care issues to ensure that overall quality and type of care is sensitive to each specific patient/family's needs.
Analyzes patient care trends and actively seeks out and collaborates with the care team to improve overall quality and efficiency of care
Seeks out and/or provides peer consultation about cases that are presenting problems and or experiencing significant deviations from the plan of care. Attends and participates in extended stay rounds, daily outcome planning rounds, Case Management Team meetings and peer reviews regarding management of their caseload.
Participates in quality improvement and evaluation processes related to the Care Management function. Abstracts data from the medical record to enable the review of selected hospital core measures or for review by external agencies such as the JCAHO, CMS and/or QIO. Collects and trends a variety of data to identify avoidable hospital days and/or process improvement opportunities.
Meet required job specific competencies for assigned unit, including mandatory educational requirements. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to stay current on the latest trends related to position. Participates in staff meetings, educational programs and in-service meetings to maintain competencies. Complies with hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, attendance, sexual harassment, dress code, corporate compliance, confidentiality and others. Communicates to Administrative Director and/or Management staff needs identified for self, the unit and other team members.
JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL REQUIREMENT AND REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Knowledge of the Nursing Process
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects form initiation to completion within prescribed schedules and utilization of resources.
Ability to effectively utilize a variety of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Meditech HCIS software, Morrisey and Web based programs required.
Skilled in Motivational Interviewing
Ability and willingness to follow the mission and values of the Charlotte Hungerford Hospital on a daily basis
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Maintains current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 3 years acute care hospital experience required.
Care Management experience preferred.
Case Management certification ACM or CCM Strongly preferred.
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Hospice Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW) - HomeCare
Bloomfield, CT job
Every day, almost 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a Hospice Social Worker.
Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our employees to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client's home. Most importantly, our employees are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients' families.
DEFINITION: The Social Worker provides services to patients, their caregivers, and families that are needed to assist the patient and/or family with the solution of personal, social and financial problems which may interfere with the patient's, caregiver's and family's quality of life. Social work interventions are provided under direction of a physician and in accordance with the plan of care.
1. Provides culturally sensitive non judgmental appropriate end of life care before and after death.
2. Conducts comprehensive assessments and evaluations of patient, caregiver and family psychosocial needs, and connects the patient, caregiver and family with community resources as needed.
a. Assesses patient, caregiver and family psychosocial needs, strengths and coping skills.
b. Identifies support systems and community resources available to reduce stress and facilitate coping with end-of-life care.
c. Makes appropriate community referrals in accordance with patient's and family's preferences.
d. Assesses patient's appropriateness for Live Alone Program.
e. Regularly assesses patient's ability for self care and caregiver's ability to provide safe care.
f. Assesses the patient's, caregiver's and family's environmental and financial resources as they relate to the provision of patient care and future family health. Makes referrals to the appropriate resources as needed.
3. Provides social work interventions as appropriate.
a. Ensures that psychosocial assessments identify issues that are impacted by the terminal diagnosis and the symptoms of the patient's disease.
b. Conducts ongoing assessment during any contact or interaction related to the patient, caregiver and family.
c. Provides short-term individual and family counseling for specific problems solving or symptom relief.
d. Provides advocacy as needed. Ensures that interventions are initiated according to patient and family preferences.
e. Enhances the strengths of the family's system.
f. Assesses and refers for ongoing bereavement services.
g. Maintains the dignity of the dying patient and the grieving family.
h. Supports the patient's, caregiver's and family's unique spiritual and cultural beliefs.
i. Provides holistic family-centered care across treatment settings.
j. Provides appropriate crisis intervention as needed.
k. Assists with decision making and care planning and prepares advance directives as needed.
l. Provides information and assistance with decisions for funeral planning according to patient and family preferences.
m. Assists IDG in understanding significant emotional factors and helps team members address issues according to the patient's preferences.
n. Ensures that the IDG identifies a patient's and family's beliefs and/or philosophies and honors these beliefs in all care decisions.
o. Relates to patients, caregiver, families and IDG members during stress periods.
p. Reports abuse and neglect to the primary team and appropriate community protective agencies.
4. Documents the evaluation and assessment of patients, caregiver's and family's psychosocial status, needs and interventions provided.
a. Documents clinical notes after every patient contact and includes basic content of each session, progress and future plans.
b. Completes a plan of social work treatment including goals, plans for intervention and implementation
c. Develops Plan of Care in consultation with patient, caregiver, family and IDG members resulting from psychosocial assessments and evaluations.
d. Updates/initiates MSW physician orders
e. Participates in the development and revision of the Plan of Care.
5. Maintains professional knowledge and skills by attending educational meetings, workshops and in-services, maintaining knowledge of current literature and resources, and incorporating learning into practice.
6. Participates in continuing education programs as requested or as required under state and federal regulations.
7. Provides in-service training as needed.
8. Ensures that the goals of the strategic plan that relate to community visibility and development are met.
a. Responds to community requests for information and education.
b. Participates in public speaking engagements as needed.
c. Serves as liaison to community extended care facilities and inpatient providers.
Qualifications
Master's degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education with a minimum of three (3) years clinical experience in Social Work preferred.
2. Maintains current state license for LCSW, if applicable.
3. Knowledge of social work ethics and accepted social work practice standards.
4. Willing to work the hours necessary to enable Hospice to meet its commitments to the patients/families.
5. Interest in keeping abreast of trends and developments in social work, Hospice care and related fields.
7. Ability to work as part of a team as well as function independently and coordinate activities as appropriate to accurately complete tasks in a timely manner.
8. Understands and maintains confidentiality.
9. Complies with HIPAA regulations.
10. Ability to relate well with staff, general public or individuals with a life limiting illness and their families during a stressful period.
11. Knowledge of, committed to and adherence to Center for Hospice Care concepts, philosophy, policies and procedures and reimbursement methods.
12. Computer literate, ability to learn new data bases, able to operate office equipment.
13. Maintains a current state driver's license.
14. Retains auto insurance and provides proof of insurance. Coverage to be at current Connecticut state limit.
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
RN - CTICU
Hartford, CT job
Shift Detail: 3 x 12 hour shifts every other weekend and holiday
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Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN).
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.
Job Summary
In critical care, our Registered Nurses (RNs) are highly skilled and trained; helping to provide expertise at the bedside and the highest quality care in the most compassionate way. The units heavily rely on a team-based mentality in which all healthcare team members work congruently to achieve the best outcomes based on the Hartford Healthcare values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity and Caring.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Current Connecticut RN License.
Graduate of an accredited nursing school (BSN Required).
Minimum one year Acute RN experience required.
BLS certification by the American Heart Association.
In exceptional circumstances, experienced candidates with an ASN/ADN currently in pursuit of a BSN or MSN may be considered.
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees. We provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Radiologic Technologist - Urgent Care
Fairfield, CT job
Shift Detail: Mon-Sun (every other weekend)
Sign-on bonus eligible - up to $10,000!
Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray Tech) Positions Available in Stamford, Norwalk, Wilton, Fairfield, Westport - Connecticut
Start here at Hartford HealthCare and work where every moment matters!
At Hartford HealthCare Urgent Care we not only take great care of our patients, we take great care of our Radiologic Technologists too! Our benefit options are designed so you can care for yourself and your family, just as you care for others when you are here.
What our Radiologic Technologists love about working at HHC Urgent Care:
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents
Medical, dental and vision coverage options
Flexible scheduling and generous PTO to promote work/life balance
Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
Collaborative and supportive environment with state of the art equipment
Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!
Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Our physician led medical group enjoys an excellent reputation with patients and the medical community, offering primary care, urgent care and more than 30 different specialties.
Job Description
The Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray Technologist, Radiographer) operates equipment and performs Radiologic procedures by positioning patients and preparing contrast medias to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures on patients to assist the physician in diagnosis and treatment.
Qualifications
Current State of CT Radiographer license required
Graduate of AMA approved Radiologic Technologist program preferred
CPR validation within 3 months of hire
New graduates are encouraged to apply!
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Clinician (LMSW, LPCA, LMFTA, CADC) - Child/Adolescent PHP
Groton, CT job
Shift Detail: Schedule: Monday - Friday; 9:00am-5:30pm
Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
Natchaug Hospital is Eastern Connecticut's leading provider for children, adolescents and adults with mental illness and substance use addictions. We offer a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical dependency services. Through our multi-site network of care, we constantly strive to meet its mission in Helping people find their way while educating and empowering individuals to participate in their own care and recovery.
Program Summary
Natchaug's Joshua Center Programs treat children as young as six and as old as 17 who are struggling with psychiatric or substance abuse issues, but do not require inpatient care. Services Include: Comprehensive assessment, which may include: Comprehensive aftercare planning, family, group, and individual therapy, occupational and creative rehabilitation therapy. Natchaug Hospital provides transportation from school to the Joshua Center Program, and then to the student's home.
Job Summary
Behavioral Health Clinician works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence based clinical services in the Child/Adolescent Outpatient department. Clinical services include individual, group and family therapy.
Key responsibilities of Behavioral Health Clinician:
Conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate.
Provides direct patient care that may include case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end -of-life care, referral and discharge planning.
Refers patient to appropriate levels of care and available resources that promote the individualized care plan.
Maintains timely patient-centered documentation that reflect the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment, interventions and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies.
***Behavioral Health Clinicians are eligible for a Sign On Bonus up to $2,500.00, in accordance with program guidelines***
Qualifications
Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or related human service field.
Previous experience in a healthcare setting required, preferably working with a mental health and/or chemical dependency population.
Current Connecticut LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A, or CADC
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity
Is cognizant of health-related social needs and cultural competence. Recognizes and addresses health disparities-inequalities and injustices directed toward clients, related to access to care and provision of health services.
We take great care of careers.
Hartford HealthCare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top-notch organization:
Sign-on Bonus
Federal loan forgiveness program
Medical and dental benefits
401(k) plan with employer match up to 7%
Supervision toward licensure and cost reimbursement
Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire
Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Meriden, CT job
Shift Detail: A 36 hour night position is available. (3) twelve hours shifts, every third weekend, & a 12 week block self- schedule. A $10,000 sign on bonus is available.
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
Serving our community since 1998, MidState Medical Center is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for our patients, community, and employee's alike. We've earned top honors for quality stroke care, gold level recognition for organ donation, and employing leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation, providing the highest quality level of care.
The Respiratory Care Practitioner administers respiratory therapy to assist, control and/or improve patients' breathing. Administers oxygen and other medical gases, aerosolized medications, positive pressure breathing devices, ventilators, resuscitation devices, etc. Performs pulmonary diagnostic procedures and assessments and performs additional related duties as assigned or necessary.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Associates Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred from an AMA approved Respiratory program.
Ability to function as a self-directed team member.
Must be Connecticut state licensed.
We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.