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The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have. The competent Nurse, in the Medsurg or Telemetry clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, in accordance with patient treatment plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Meets expectations for flexibility of assignment within the ministry. Proactively provide assignment availability on a regular basis. Able to be assigned to more than one unit. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources. CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, spiritual, and development needs of patient and families. Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members. Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient needs using evidence-based practice. Implements patient care and therapeutic procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals. Evaluates the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient response to the care and treatment(s). Performs timely reassessment and documentation. Must be able to perform unit-specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for the designated unit's patient population. Standard II. Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow. Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process. Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross checking and validating orders to ensure accuracy. Standard III. Unit Operations Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift. Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies. Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Standard IV. Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment resulting in positive patient outcomes. Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities. Provides evidence-based nursing care. Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Knowledge of federal, state and local healthcare-related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures. Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance. Provides feedback for improvement of procedures. Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures. Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools and techniques. Health Information Documentation Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation. Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating and updating patient records. Describes the flow of information between various stations or units. Discusses the functions, features and document flow of electronic documentation. Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy. Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices. Medical Equipment Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility. Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolves common equipment problems. Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment. Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety. Inspects, troubleshoots and evaluates incoming equipment. Medical Order Processing Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions. Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update and forward medical orders. Discusses common errors, their sources and procedures for correcting. Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders. Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each. Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on unit and under own care. Reviews patients' charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions. Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff. Relates examples of mis-readings or misinterpretations and lessons learned. Reviews, discusses and validates own interpretation with others. Patient Safety Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings. Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings. Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members. Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems. Describes considerations for patients who can cause to harm to self, versus harm to others. xevrcyc Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, participates in immediate investigating, analysis and reporting in real-time. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Minimum of 2 years of combined experience required in Medsurg and Telemetry 5 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required ACLS required RN License in the state of employment or compact required Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time

We are searching for a Senior Call Center Representative- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will serve as a member and/or provider advocate that understands the organization's processes, policies, and procedures to investigate, resolve and/or facilitate the resolution of simple to complex issues/questions. You will be the first point of contact for assistance or information regarding eligibility, benefits, authorizations, claims, referrals and/or any other member/provider demands. Lastly, you will assist and advocate for members and/or providers throughout the complaint and appeal process and support members with timely appointment scheduling. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities • Act as a secondary resource to Call Center Representatives in the absence of the Team Lead and responds to escalated calls and triages to management, if necessary • Identify and handle a variety of routine to complex customer or prospect inquiries or requests • Educate members about their health coverage benefits and services and empowering members/providers by directing them toward available resources for self-help • Meet Senior Member Service Representative performance goals for customer satisfaction, quality, productivity, and all performance metrics • Ensure all HIPAA and state privacy and confidentiality requirements/regulations are adhered to at all times • File complaints and appeals on behalf of members and providers within the regulatory timeframe and in compliance with departmental policies and procedures Skills & Requirements • High school diploma or GED • Minimum of 3 years of customer service, call center, and/or experience within managed care or insurance industry or • A Bachelor's degree may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience

We are searching for an Inpatient Education Coordinator - Adult Congenital Heart Disease -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide education and administrative support for unit operations to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the various key educational processes at the unit level. Think you've got what it takes? Responsibilities: Ensures the design, implementation and evaluation of cost-effective unit-based orientation process that focuses on knowledge, skills, and relationships. Designs, implements, and evaluates annually, a cost-effective unit-based orientation pathway for each job as measured by leadership team feedback. Individualizes the unit-based orientation pathways to meet the specific learning needs of staff, as measured by feedback from orientees, preceptors, and leadership team. Coordinates/Conducts required training to close performance gaps in knowledge and skills. Uses organizational policies and procedures, unit-specific performance improvement data and accrediting and regulatory standards to determine performance gaps, as measured by leadership team feedback. Develops and/or implements required unit-specific training that assists in closure of performance gaps, as measured by leadership team feedback. Implements a unit-based plan for staff competence staff on all shifts that results in improved performance. Obtains feedback from unit leadership and staff regarding development needs for each job/role, as measured by feedback from staff and leadership team. Compiles and analyzes needs assessment data and reports outcomes to the leadership team. Assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, evaluates, and documents patient care. Performs and documents assessment of the patient/family's bio-physical, psychosocial, development (age appropriate), cultural, spiritual, and environmental needs with input from patient/family and analyzes assessment data to identify patient needs and to anticipate potential problems. Develops an individualized plan of care with input from patient and family and ensures that plan is discussed and initiated within 24 hours of admission. Re-prioritizes and updates the plan of care based on new information and changes in the patient's condition. Communicates this information to other health care team members and documents in the medical record, as appropriate. Coordinates and participates in conferences/rounds aimed at meeting needs identified in the plan of care. Orients and develops preceptors. Develops, implements, and sustains a unit-based process for the orientation, professional development, and support of preceptors, as measured by feedback from preceptors, orienteers, and the leadership team. Coordinates the unit-based clinical experience for students. Implements a unit-based process to facilitate a positive and effective clinical experience for students, as measured by feedback from students, faculty, and leadership team observation. Coordinates the orientation of students/faculty to the unit, as measured by feedback from students/faculty. Participates in the Quality Outcomes Program and/or unit-based quality initiatives to educate staff and monitor clinical outcomes that show nursing excellence. Collaborates with the leadership team in reviewing and analyzing performance, establishing action plans to address performance issues, and evaluating outcomes of actions taken by pre-established timelines, as measured by feedback from leadership team. Provides administrative support for unit-based operations. Adjusts and updates staff schedules as necessary to support the orientation needs of a new employee, as measured by feedback from staff and supervisor. Assumes on-call responsibilities as needed to address preceptor, orientee, and overall orientation concerns, as well as, unit educational needs, as measured by feedback from staff and supervisor. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Requirements: Required bachelor's degree Nursing Required 2 years Clinical nursing experience and 1 year Preceptor or educator experience preferred RN - Lic-Registered Nurses by the Texas Board of Nursing or Nursing Licensure Compact BLS - Cert-Basic Life Support by the American Heart Association Critical Care nursing experience highly preferred

We're hunting for a Professional Ambulatory Clinical Documentation Specialist, someone who's ready to be part of the best ranked children's hospital in Texas, and among the best in the nation. In this position, you will be responsible for the reviewing, education, development, and training of our Physicians and staff as it relates to reimbursement and CPT and ICD coding compliance. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities • Develops and implements a method by which each TCPA & TCPSO physician has a representative sample of his/her medical records reviewed on a routine and frequent basis. • Provides feedback to physician and Director on the educational opportunities found from the reviews. Recommends improvement opportunities to documentation practices and coding changes to physician based on information. • Provides feedback to the Director on any Medicaid compliance issue found from the reviews. • Develops and implements training programs for Physicians, Front Office, and CBO staff to reinforce and/or change the documentation and coding behaviors found from the review. • Educates and reinforces the most appropriate documentation used to optimize quality and reimbursement that TCPA & TCPSO physicians utilize. Where appropriate, this should include education on coding guidelines were quality documentation is already present but not coded to the appropriate level • Focused on root cause identification and process improvement specific to documentation accuracy and completeness. • Engages in process and quality improvement initiatives. • Reviews and interprets the Federal Registry and other relevant publications on a current and regular basis to be aware of coding changes that may affect TCPA & TCPSO as well as the industry. • Responds directly to all telephone and written requests for documentation and coding information accurately and timely. • Acts as a risk adjustment documentation and coding resource, including education and physician engagement. Skills & Requirements • Required associate degree with a preferred bachelor's degree • Four years of healthcare experience will substitute for the required associate degree • Required Licenses and Certifications o CPC - Cert-Cert Professional Coder American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) o CCDS DOC - Cert-Cert Clinical Doc. SPCLST Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (ACDIS) o CDIP - Cert-Clinical Doc. Impr. PROF American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) o CCS-P - Cert-CCS-P Physician Based American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) o CIPC - Certified Inpatient Coder American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) o COC - Certified Outpatient Coder American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) o CDEO Certified Documentation Expert Outpatient American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) o CCDS-O Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist Outpatient Association of Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (ACDIS) • Preferred Pediatric Experience

We are searching for a Part Time Quality Improvement Specialist - Perioperative Services -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will partner with departmental leadership to achieve high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective health care. To facilitate departmental and cross-departmental strategic projects using methodologies including Root Cause Analysis, Intense Analysis, and Model for Improvement, and Six Sigma principles. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities Partners with the departmental leaders to facilitate/conduct performance improvement and safety activities. Develops and produces reports for performance improvement/safety, guideline utilization, and outcomes for areas of responsibility. Uses statistical techniques and knowledge to develop measures, sampling methods, and the appropriate representation of data. (Statistical consultation may be necessary until this expertise is developed). Utilizes data from benchmark facilities and databases, financial databases, and other internal and external data repositories to identify improvement opportunities. Collaborating with the Medical Director until leadership designs and presents the finding of quality improvement projects to appropriate departmental audiences. Acts as a consultant for medical staff and departmental staff related to the development of measurements, statistical analysis, and appropriate data presentation to support initiatives intended to achieve a breakthrough or incremental process improvement in patient care, as measured by at least one improvement worthy of storyboard per year. Utilizes the Model for Improvement, Lean Methodologies, and other tools adopted by the organization as the basis for performance improvement projects and serves as a resource to all staff on the methodologies. Assists with the education and implementation of standards for The Joint Commission, American College of Surgeons, AAMI, and CMS regulation requirements about quality and safety. Participates in and coordinates committees/task forces/project meetings. Prepares agendas, reports, and minutes of performance improvement task force meetings/projects without errors. Acts as a facilitator and/or team leader for projects as requested. Collaborates with the Quality and Outcomes department and Medical Staff Leadership on developing measures for Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE). Meets ongoing requirements for education and development. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Skills & Requirements Bachelor's degree in nursing Required RN - Lic-Registered Nurses by the Texas Board of Nursing or Nursing Licensure Compact and a BLS - Cert-Basic Life Support BLS - Cert-Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association Required 2 years of Professional clinical experience in area of clinical expertise

We are searching for a Women's Health Physical Therapy Resident - someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you'll plan, evaluate, organize, and implement Physical Therapy treatment programs in a developmentally and age appropriate manner for patients through adulthood. The Texas Children's Hospital Women's Health physical therapy residency is designed to graduate leaders and innovators in the field of pelvic health. The 13-month program is focused on developing advanced clinical skills, research experience, and leadership. Residents train one on one with board certified women's and orthopedic physical therapists, physicians, and surgeons. Baylor College of Medicine's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and other women's health providers to provide an unparalleled learning opportunity with access to leaders in the field of women's health medicine. Responsibilities: Completes patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and department guidelines Develops an individualized plan of care based upon evaluation/reassessment findings according to hospital and departmental guidelines Provides clinical support to assigned outpatient clinic or specialty program Documents patient information in Electronic Medical Record according to hospital and departmental guidelines with no more than six (6) errors per year Informs manager or designee of all unsafe and potentially unsafe situations, patient/personal injury, anticipated problems and unusual situations Participates and completes all aspects of Women's Health Physical Therapy Residency Program including reporting, mentoring sessions, clinical and didactic training, and other duties or requirements as assigned. Requirements: Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program PT certification from the state of Texas required Complete one of the following prior to starting the residency program: APTA Pelvic Health 1 OR Herman and Wallace Pelvic Function Level 1 OR Alcove Education Diving into the Pelvic Floor

The Design + Project Coordinator will play a role in the design, planning, and execution of various projects across the Texas Medical Center (TMC) campus. This role will be responsible for developing architectural drawings, maintaining campus design standards, overseeing as-built documentation, and coordinating lower-scope construction projects. The ideal candidate will have an architectural or interior design background, experience in project coordination, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Key Accountabilities: Architectural Design & Documentation * Develop architectural drawings, details, and renderings for TMC campus projects. * Maintain and enforce architectural standards across the TMC campus. * Manage and update Revit Model, TMC document library and GIS software. * Maintain, organize, and ensure the accuracy of TMC building as-built drawings. * Organize and Maintain TMC standard library. * Maintain detailed project files, track drawing revisions, and ensure compliance with TMC's document control system. Project Coordination * Manage lower-scope construction projects, including interior renovations and exterior building modifications. * Track construction process and submit field reports in Procore and ensure compliance with project plans. * Ensure all project closeout tasks, including punch lists and record drawings, are completed and documented appropriately. * Tracking ongoing signage projects and provide design updates as needed. Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E) Coordination * Collaborate with TMC personnel on the design, procurement, and installation of furniture, equipment, and fixtures for completed buildings. * Ensure proper integration of FF&E into architectural plans and construction schedules. General Responsibilities * Perform other related duties as assigned to support the success of TMC projects. * Maintain strong communication and collaboration with internal teams and external partners. Required Qualifications: * 3-5+ years' experience with Architecture or Interior Design background * Strong interpersonal communication, project organization and people management skill * Demonstrated self-starter with ability to organize projects around competing priorities * Experience in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Excel, Adobe CS and Microsoft Project. * Experience in Procore preferred but not required * Strong communication skills in verbal and written format * Strong knowledge of architectural details and high-end design. Texas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability or Veteran status. If you require assistance or reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at **************.

We're searching for a Departmental Quality Regulatory Specialist - Stem Cell Transplant, someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you'll work collaboratively with administrators, physicians, and operations leadership to ensure exceptional delivery of care by continuously improving quality processes and standards. Additionally, you'll align program activities with institutional priorities, regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities Maintains full knowledge of current accreditation standards and proactively updates policies, SOPs, and practices to ensure alignment Leads preparation for inspections: conducts gap analyses against accreditation standards, organizes and oversees mock inspections and internal audits, and coordinates corrective and preventive actions Ensures documentation is accurate, accessible, and inspection-ready at all times (policies, deviation logs, corrective actions, staff credentials, equipment validation records, etc.) Evaluates and assesses, in collaboration with team members, outcomes and processes to improve quality of care in the program Implements and monitors a Quality Management Plan covering: audits of clinical, laboratory, collection, and processing activities; review of deviations, adverse events, and non-compliance; and root cause analyses and CAPA implementation In collaboration with administrative and physician leaders, develops and maintains quarterly quality meetings agendas, presentations, documenting and tracking action items Serves as resource for all departmental written policies, procedures, state and national regulatory bodies including JC, FACT, FDA, CAP, CMS, and Texas DHS Skills & Requirements Bachelor's degree in nursing required RN - Lic-Registered Nurses by Texas Board of Nursing or Nursing Licensure Compact required 2 years of licensed nursing experience related to quality, regulatory, and/or department specific nursing experience required Green Belt, Black Belt or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred Experience with UNOS, CMS, The Joint Commission, and/or FACT accreditation surveys preferred

We're looking for a MFM Ultrasonographer II, someone who's ready to grow with our company. In this position you will perform routine and comprehensive ultrasound examinations for interpretation by the Maternal Fetal Medicine and Radiology faculty using specialized ultrasound equipment. In assisting the interpreting physician, the diagnostic ultra-sonographer is able to obtain, review, and integrate pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimal diagnostic results; perform appropriate procedures and record anatomic, pathologic, and/or physiologic data for interpretation by the physician; record and process sonographic images and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician; exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of the diagnostic exam; provide patient education related to the ultrasound procedure; adhere to the standards of care and maintaining a safe environment. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities • Performs high quality diagnostic ultrasound imaging exams in accordance with established department guidelines and protocols. Be able to independently scan routine and comprehensive ultrasound under the supervision of the MFM Physicians. The sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease process, and new procedures as they evolve. • Verifies patient identification and reviews that the requested procedure correlates with the patient's clinical history. • Reviews clinical information, including relevant personal and family history, exposures and other risk factors. This also includes review of pertinent prior imaging study reports or the images themselves as available. • Communicates easily and effectively with patients in a pleasant and reassuring manner. Explains the procedure to the patient and responds to patient questions and concerns. • Performs appropriate procedures and records anatomic, pathologic and or physiologic data for interpretation by the Maternal Fetal Medicine and Radiology faculty. • Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. • Extends the scope of the exam by providing additional ultrasound images based on the pathology or aberrant findings. • Reviews images for accurate annotation, technique, and completeness. Demonstrates the ability to properly adjust the technical factors aimed at improving the image quality. • Maintains knowledge of anatomy, pathology, hemodynamics, and ultrasound physics to identify and characterize normal and aberrant anatomy, masses, fluid collections, stenosis and sonographic artifacts. • Record and process sonographic images and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician. Ensures that the documentation is accurate, concise and complete. • Performs and completes the ultrasound examination within the designated time frame. • Prepares examination report and effectively communicates ultrasound technical findings to the interpreting physician. • Independently perform ultrasound guidance services required during procedures performed in the unit consists of genetic amniocentesis, transvaginal and transcervical chorionic villus biopsy, multifetal reduction and amnio reduction. • Demonstrate the ability to competently perform first trimester and second trimester screening, transvaginal assessment of cervical length, routine and comprehensive ultrasound examinations, biophysical profiles, growth assessment, and Doppler assessment of the middle cerebral artery peak velocity, umbilical artery, umbilical vein, and ductus venosus in cases of twin-twin transfusion and fetal growth restriction. • Performs CVS procedures. • Identifies different abnormalities and takes additional images based on abnormalities. Makes independent judgement on what images are needed depending on patient history. • Introduced to 3D imaging. • Demonstrates proficiency in the use of ultrasound equipment, transducers, computer systems, and electronic medical records. • Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort and well being of patients while they are in the sonographer care. • Ensures adequate supply stocking and appropriate inventory control. • Participates in the AIUM accreditation process and continuous quality improvement activities. • Provides patient communication with regard to any delays, timed procedures, or any other patient related information. • Is self-motivated and works well with minimal supervision. Asks for guidance when necessary and responds positively to guidance. • Performs patient care functions. • Promotes positive communication. • Participates in the professional development of self and others. • Adheres to hospital and departmental policies and procedures. • Performs other essential job-related functions. Skills & Requirements • Required Technical diploma Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or an associate's degree or a bachelor's degree • Required X RDMS-OB - Reg Diag Med Sonographer OBGYN by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) • Preferred X NUCH TRA - Nuchal Translucency by the Perinatal Quality Foundation and RDMS-FE - RDMS in Fetal Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) • Required 2 years Maternal fetal medicine scanning experience or 4 years Ultrasound scanning experience

We're searching for a Systems Analyst, someone who's ready to be part of the best ranked children's hospital in Texas and among the best in the nation. The ideal candidate for this position must have strong technical skills and is a true professional. Must have Epic certification in Health Information Management (HIM). The attributes of a true professional include being customer service oriented, a team player, self-motivated but willing to take direction and adhere to processes, willing to take ownership of issues, and integrity in all matters. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities • A Systems Analyst II - HIM has a major role in developing application solutions by investigating processes to understand data and communication flow. • This position is responsible for both new build and supporting existing Epic build and other patient access-oriented applications like Chart Corrections, Patient Merge, HIM work queues, Build Coding work queues, HIM Security and Release of Information workflows. • Provide daily support making routine decisions including the evaluation of application problems and the implementation of their resolution. • Makes decisions regarding development of the design of the system and programs for enhancements and optimizations. Tracks, updates, and resolves issues and participates proactively in issue prevention. • Responsible for designing, building, testing, validating, installing, modifying, upgrading, training, documentation development and ongoing support of the Epic System for HIM and Identity. • Obtain and maintain in-depth knowledge of the software, functionality and acquiring knowledge of work flows to be implemented on the system. Skills & Requirements • Required H.S. Diploma or GED • Preferred bachelor's degree • Required at least 7 years' experience in computer science, business administration, healthcare administration or nursing • Preferred hospital information systems experience • Bachelor's degree will substitute four (4) years of work experience. Master's degree will substitute for two (2) years of work experience • Up to two (2) years of clinical patient care and/or clinical research experience may substitute for up to two (2) years of information systems experience on a month-to-month basis Note: Epic HIM certification and experience preferred

We are searching for a Medical Assistant II with our Renal Ambulatory Clinic - someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide patient care and excellent customer service in a healthcare setting. You will also assist in the coordination of flow and provider schedules to effectively manage patient care. “As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.” Think you've got what it takes? Qualifications One of the following certifications are required: CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certificate from the National Health career Association required CMA-AAM- Certified Medical Assistant from the American Association of Medical Assistants EMT Certified Emergency Medical Technologist from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required EMT-A Certified Advanced Emergency Medical Technologist from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required EMT-B Certified Emergency Medical Technologist-Basic from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required EMT-I Certified Emergency Medical Technologist-Intermediate from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required EMT-P Certified Emergency Medical Technologist-Paramedic from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required LIC PAR- License Paramedic from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required NCMA- National Medical Assistant Certification from the National Center for Competency Testing required NRCMA - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant from the National Association of Health Professionals required RMA- Registered Medical Assistant from the American Association of Medical Personnel, American Allied Health, American Medical Technologists, or American Registry of Medical Assistants required 2 years of related experience required Responsibilities Responds to customer questions with prompt information and/or services related to appointment status, wait time, or unanticipated problems Performs patient registration procedures per clinic process Utilizes the patient management system to mark the arrival of patients and opens accounts Changes status of all non-arrived patients daily to reflect canceled, no-show, or rescheduled status Prioritizes patients to be roomed based on appointment and arrival times and other clinic procedures Assists, as needed, licensed staff with the non-financial aspects of the inpatient admission process Assists with patient escorts and helps with paperwork as needed Assists in the collection and documentation of patient/family data which includes biophysical and psychosocial information according to clinic scope Reports abnormal or out of range data to RN or provider Ensures that requisitions have necessary clinical, demographic, billing, and payor information Monitors patient flow and fills in or assigns staff as necessary to avoid bottleneck and assure minimal patient wait time

We are searching for a Senior Business Process Specialist -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will develop and implement strategies to ensure optimal organizational operations that support the development and maintenance of a network of hospitals, physicians, and other healthcare providers who provide care to the members of the Texas Children's Health Plan and to continually develop management programs in response to analysis and research of managed care trends and benchmarks as well as the strategic goals of Texas Children's Health Plan and Texas Children's. To support and develop programs aligned with Health Plan strategic goals through effective and timely assessment and equitable distribution of resources and assignments, education and implementation of processes and procedures that provide and maintain a cost-effective provider network for Texas Children's Health Plan. Think you've got what it takes Job Duties & Responsibilities • Plan, develop, organize, direct, and implement a coordinated approach to ensure regulatory adherence for provider network operations. Assures that TCHP meets the obligations of contractual agreements with HHSC, TDI, NCQA, and legislative regulations as it pertains to contracts with hospitals, physicians, and other healthcare providers • Provides network operations oversight, and analysis of network services, trends, complaint findings, and growth strategies. Interfaces with internal TCHP departmental management staff and other personnel to resolve issues and complaints in a timely manner • Develops approaches, policies, and programs for network operations and ongoing network development which are based on the Texas Children's goals and objectives, and which meet TCHP performance goals • Supports the delivery of cost-effective, community-based, and culturally sensitive health care with specific emphasis on network operations that promote best member outcomes and provider satisfaction Skills & Requirements • Required Bachelor's Degree with a preferred Master's Degree in Business, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Nursing, MIS, or an IS-related field • Required 4 years of Experience in a managed care organization (MCO) or related healthcare organization and preferred 5 years of master Proficiency in SQL, MS access, and data analysis within an MCO or healthcare organization • A Master's degree in Business, Health Care Administration, Public Health, Nursing, MIS, or an IS-related field may substitute for 2 years of the required experience

We're looking for a Senior Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist, someone who's ready to grow with our company. In this position you will perform one or more; EEGs/Long term video monitoring; Evoked Potentials or Polysomnography; procedures according to facility policy and procedures. The Technologist will maintain patient safety during clinically significant events, and other related duties. The Technologist senior provides findings, results, and a descriptive analysis according to facility policy and procedures. Excellent communication skills are essential for this position. The Technologist senior performs procedures appropriate to their competence and credentials held under general technical supervision. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities • Provides quality patient-centered neurodiagnostic testing. • Perform routine and complex Neurodiagnostic procedures in accordance with ABRET/ACNS guidelines and ASET competencies and/or BRPT/AAST. • Ensures electrode application in adherence with the International 10-20 System • Commun Maintains the patient's safety through communication • Functions independently and can apply basic, intermediate, and advanced waveform recognition, relevant medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, infection control, current HIPPA practices • Performs patient assessment as related to care such as electrode product allergies, movement restrictions and cognitive function. • Assists in training and assessment of END technologists in neurodiagnostic procedures and techniques. • Documents information in patient medical record and assists with patient billing process. • Performs other essential job duties As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Skills & Requirements • Required H.S. Diploma or GED • Required One of the following Licenses/Certifications o CNIM - Cert Neurophy Intraop Monitor by the American Society of Neurophysiological Monitoring o REEGT - Reg Electroencephalogra Tech by the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic and Evoked Potential Technologists (ABRET) o RPSGT - Reg Polysomnographic Technolog by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists • Required 2 years' experience in Electroneurodiagnostic Technology inclusive of clinical rotations • Graduation from an Electroneurodiagnostic Technology program will substitute for two (2) years of experience

Texas Children's Hospital has an opening for a Pathology Quality Assurance Coordinator position in The Woodlands, TX. Duties Include: 1. Conducts Proficiency Testing Program Maintains a proficiency testing plan that includes: annual order of proficiency testing samples, a process for how surveys are handled, a schedule of the ship dates of the surveys and, shipping notifications, and assignment of surveys to staff. Ensures that results are submitted by the deadline. Reviews proficiency testing results and responds to unsatisfactory results. Ensures corrective action, including staff retraining, is implemented as needed based on the investigation findings. Generates quarterly Proficiency Testing reports. 2. Administers the Quality Assurance programs. Reviews tech logs and completed worksheets daily, identifies reporting errors and ensures that quality controls were performed as needed. Corrects results as needed and provides feedback to technicians. Reviews Laboratory quality control logs monthly; identifies outliers and implements corrective actions; provides feedback as needed; creates and distributes monthly reports as applicable; documents all findings and corrective actions. Maintains QA calendar to ensure required QA actives are performed per policy. Reviews validation/calibration/QC reports as applicable. Reviews and analyzes the quality indicator scorecards monthly. Presents data at quality, operations, or hospital quality meetings as applicable. Ensures implementation of the associated action plans and monitors for effectiveness. Maintains quality assurance policies and procedures f. Attends meetings; participates on work teams for new process improvement initiatives or projects as needed. 3. Facilitates Process Improvement (PI) Projects. Set monthly meetings with the lab team as applicable Assist with setting the agenda for the meeting; compile quality assurance data to be reviewed Ensure to follow the DMAI2C (define, measure, analyze, improve, innovate and control) process improvement methodology Ensures thorough meeting minutes are documented Facilitate other team member has the opportunity to contribute to the project Maintain project worksheet until the end of the project Gather data and create reports for analysis; obtain current state and future state reports Maintain performance improvement (PI) database and track performance Assists staff with preparing and delivering the presentation to leadership team. Coordinate implementation with process owners and managers Post results on the Balanced Scoreboard-Connect site 4. Maintains Laboratory Accreditation Processes Maintains CAP (College of American Pathologist) checklist spreadsheets to ensure compliance to CAP standards. Keeps abreast of regulatory requirements and develop plans to maintain compliance. Conducts Regulatory Readiness Process'; coordinate tracer audits, collate data and produce reports, recommend corrective actions and assist in the implementation, monitors outcomes to ensure regulatory compliance. Conducts CAP self-inspection process, documents deficiencies and ensures implementation of appropriate corrective actions. Provides support to on-site CAP inspectors. Assists with timely submission of response to cited deficiencies. Serves as a QA contact person for CAP. Conducts CLIA/CAP Certification Is engaged in other regulatory/accreditation processes as applicable (i.e. AABB, FDA, JC etc.) Works closely with the Laboratory Director and Leadership to ensure consistency in Laboratory policies and procedures. Coordinates the Laboratory Document Control System: provides user training and support, performs monthly back-ups, manages the department structures within the application, generates and reviews compliance reports as applicable. Coordinates the Laboratory competency assessment program Coordinates lab product recall notices and ensures timely completion of responses to recall alerts 5. Safety Maintain safety policy and procedures Requirements: Employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, health administration, biology, or a related science field and 36 months of laboratory setting experience. Experience should include the following: o Experience with equipment used in the following settings: blood bank, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and virology. o Experience with carrying out analysis of laboratory data to track trends. o Certification in one of the following: i. Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) by ASCP, NCA, AMT, or CLS ii. Certification as a Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) by ASCP iii. Certification as a Clinical Lab Specialist (CLS) by NCA iv. Certification in Molecular Biology (MB), Molecular Pathology (MP), Blood Banking (BB), Chemistry (C), Hematology (H), or Microbiology (M) by ASCP; or v. Valid Medical Technologist license from any state. To Apply: You MUST apply through the "Apply Link" on this page referencing job code 8752. Include complete contact information (e-mail, day/evening phone, and mailing address) on resume/application.

We are searching for Medical Technologist; someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform routine and special procedures to obtain data or prepare products for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the provision of quality patient care. Think you've got what it takes? Qualifications: · Bachelor's degree required · One of the following certifications is required: MT-STATE, MT-AAB, MT-AMT, CLSP, IMLS, BB-ASCP, C-ASCP, H-ASCP, MLS-ASCP, MT-ASCP, MB-ASCP, MP-ASCP or MT-NCA Responsibilities: · Determines suitability of specimens and orders by verifying patient demographic information, receipt documentation, and recognizing and troubleshooting erroneous, inconsistent, and special orders · Performs routine and special procedures accurately according to policy and procedure manuals; evaluates results for correctness; recognizes abnormal test results and performs appropriate problem-solving procedures in a timely manner as documented in section records · Orders supplies as needed to maintain set inventory levels and complete patient orders · Determines suitability of supplies at every step of handling from receipt to final disposition and immediately quarantines and/or discards unsuitable supplies · Performs and documents results of all quality control procedures according to the written guidelines in the appropriate logs and immediately quarantines any defective reagents · Participates in the teaching of other personnel and continuing education · Performs assignment of "in-charge" technologist in the absence of the supervisor or technical specialist by prioritizing and expediting workflow and making decisions according to department guidelines and policies and documents problems encountered/resolved for review by supervisors for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the provision of quality patient care

We're searching for a Certified Sterile Processing Technician, someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position you will provide for the efficient processing of instruments and sterilization throughout the hospital. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities : Processes decontaminated medical devices as they are received, according to established priorities, medical device IFU's and best practices. Receives instruments from the decontamination area and processes appropriately. Performs physical and environmental duties as designated on a routine daily basis, including but not limited to cleaning work space/instrument room/cabinets, emptying biohazards waste, monitoring sterilizers, and checking environmental monitors Completes sterilization processes. Performs high level disinfection. Performs other duties as assigned, including other essential instrument room duties. Skills & Requirements : Preferred Education High School Diploma or GED License Required (1) CRCST - Cert-Cert Reg Cent Ser TECH by The Healthcare Sterile Processing Association, OR CSPDT - Cert-Sterile Proc & Dist Tech by the Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician issued by The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution

We are searching for a Clinical Staff Pharmacist for Neurology - someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will manage and promote activities appropriate to ensure a safe and effective medication use process and assist in direct patient care activities to promote optimal drug therapy and resolve medication use problems in a manner developmentally appropriate for the ages of patients served (0-adult). Also, to perform a registered pharmacist's duties as defined by Hospital. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities Actively participates in multi-disciplinary rounds with medical specialty service. Ensures the appropriateness of all medication doses in reference to the patient's diagnosis, clinical status, weight/body surface area, allergies, and drug interactions. Identifies patients with special needs and oversees coordination of activities to ensure proper delivery of drug therapy. Performs outcome-directed therapeutic drug monitoring for patients according to guidelines. Monitors therapy for drug, drug-nutrient, drug-laboratory interactions and discusses interactions with appropriate health care professionals to help ensure patient safety. Performs outcome-directed pharmacokinetic monitoring for patients according to guidelines and discusses recommendations with appropriate medical professionals to help provide the best care for the patient. Accurately verifies medication orders in the electronic medical record. Ensures a safe medication use process. Participates in the education of patients, care givers, and the community. Supports patient safety systems. Completes intervention documentation in the electronic medical record according to guidelines. Performs and documents patient profile review according to guidelines. Performs and documents discharge prescription review according to guidelines. Enforces the non-formulary medication guidelines. Checks all available means of communication including e-mail, mailbox, and voice mail every shift. Ensures a work environment that is clean, neat, and organized according to departmental standards. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Skills & Requirements Required bachelor's degree Pharmacy and Ph.D. Pharm. D. degree Required RPH - Pharmacist by the State of Texas Preferred 1-year PGY1 ASHP-accredited Pharmacy Residency or 3 years clinical experience as pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy setting with multi-disciplinary rounding responsibilities

We're searching for a part-time Ambulatory Services Representative II with our Outpatient Infusion Center at the Woodlands location, someone who's ready to be part of the best ranked children's hospital in Texas, and among the best in the nation. In this position, you will provide excellent customer service as the first contact for patients, providers and staff accessing virtual and/or non-virtual ambulatory clinics. May orient the patient to the virtual visit process to ensure patient success, if applicable. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Think you've got what it takes? Qualifications: Required H.S. Diploma or GED Required 2 years' experience in customer service or 2 years clerical, medical office, or business experience preferably in a Healthcare environment Job Duties & Responsibilities Admission- Check-In/Welcome desk, PAR's, Registration, Past Pending. Performs patient registration procedures per department process. May ensure patient is oriented to the virtual visit process and has all technology set up to successfully complete their visit. Ensures that all necessary patient forms are provided and filled out for the clinic visit Communicates with patients, staff and providers regarding patient arrivals, delays, and clinic processes. Alerts clinic staff and providers of any changes or discrepancies in patient's scheduled appointment Refers all patients with inadequate funding to the financial counselor with zero reported complaints. Changes status of all appointments daily to reflect arrived, cancelled, no-show, or rescheduled status. Maintains an organized filing system of current referrals in progress and already appointed, communicates all missed appointments to PCP and destroys missed referrals after one month. Reviews new referrals with provider of the day regarding appropriate appointment status. Reviews provider schedule for open slots to appoint patients. Coordinates scheduling. Assists, as needed, licensed staff with the non-financial aspects of the inpatient admission process, e.g., calls escort, helps with paperwork as needed. May perform closing procedures (i.e.- reconciling fee receipts, completing deposit notification forms, reconciling petty cash, balancing the credit card machines, completing batch reports in accordance with department processes Insurance Authorization/Collecting cash & deposits Charge Entry, Billing and Reconciliation Customer Service and communication

If you are considering sending an application, make sure to hit the apply button below after reading through the entire description. Responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric and pediatric patients. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Patient Care Planning Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment. Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference. Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur. Patient Care Provision Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan. Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs. Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate. Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure. Patient Care Evaluation Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team. Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis. Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis. Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis. Teaching Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching. Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs. Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed. Acts as role model for health care students and other team members. Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees. Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience. Patient Care Communication Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition. Maintains patient confidentiality. Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others. Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed. Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately. Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Graduate Nurse Permit Associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit; will be transferred to another position within CHRISTUS Health Position Requirements: Education/Skills All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire. New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and a MedSurg specific competency validation. All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software. Completion of all annual competency verification requirements. Experience One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current ACLS certification required In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Credential Grace Periods: If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level. Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate. Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty. Credential Grace Periods for Experienced Associates Grace Periods for New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty Basic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire.No grace period. 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