Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA
Newton, MA job
We believe in setting our employees up for success. That's why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.
Responsibilities:
Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! If you're looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further than Synchrony.
Qualifications:
Job Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), under the direction of a Physical Therapist, is responsible for providing therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.
Licenses and Certifications
Must have and maintain a current, valid state PTA licensure or certification
Current valid CPR certification, preferred
Qualifications
Education: Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program
Experience: 0-1 years
Roles and Responsibilities
• Implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, electrical stimulation).
• Observe patient responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings and any concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Observe and maintain up-to-date documentation related to patients' responses to therapy, document their progress, and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide instructions to patients and their families on exercise techniques, safety precautions, and strategies to support continued progress at home.
• Support Physical Therapists in evaluating patient needs and progress, providing additional observations and insights.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care. •
• Other duties as assigned. • Other duties as assigned.
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Pediatric Registered Dietitian II- Outpatient (Waltham/Boston)
Boston, MA job
Boston Children's Hospital offers a clinically dynamic environment with strong opportunities for professional growth. Salaries and benefits are competitive, with room for advancement through a 3-tiered professional ladder.
This Pediatric Registered Dietitian II position is based at our Waltham and Boston location(s) and involves providing comprehensive outpatient nutritional care. The role includes individualized nutrition assessment and education, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and development of care plans tailored to these complex patient populations. It also includes clinical nutrition support in assigned patient units and/or outpatient clinics.
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Eligible!
Key Responsibilities:
Provide basic nutritional care to patients on assigned units and outpatient clinics.
Evaluate medical, biochemical, and nutritional information to assess patient needs.
Develop and implement appropriate nutrition care plans.
Assist in the supervision of the daily work of the dietetic technician.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in nutrition.
Experience:
Three (3) or more years of progressive experience in dietetics, including at least two (2) years in pediatric nutrition.
Licensure/Certifications:
Registered Dietitian, credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Licensed Dietitian by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Patient Experience Representative I - Phlebotomy (Needham, onsite)
Needham, MA job
Onsite 100% at Needham location. The Patient Experience Representative I works under close supervision to provide support to the administrative operations of a clinical service and works to ensure the best possible patient experience by effectively coordinating services to patients and families. Performs various administrative functions requiring basic knowledge of programs and services. Provides positive and effective customer service that supports departmental and hospital operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Provides positive and effective customer service to patients, families, and visitors, responding to routine inquiries and involving supervisors for complex issues
Greets, screens, directs, and registers patients; enrolls patients and caregivers in the patient portal
Collaborates with referring providers and practices to manage complex patient issues; may rotate in call centers
Schedules patient encounters and procedures under supervision; monitors daily schedules and coordinates flow to optimize patient experience
Prepares for and attends shift handoffs and team huddles
Prepares examination rooms, assists patients, and ensures routine forms are ready for appointments
Collects and processes patient demographics, insurance/payment, referral info, and clinical documentation; obtains authorizations and verifications
Collects co-payments, reconciles deposits, and provides accurate records in hospital systems
Transcribes treatment and billing data; communicates with other departments for clinical and administrative services
Answers, screens, and routes calls; triages urgent calls and initiates emergency services when required
Maintains calendars, schedules meetings/events, and supports logistics for departmental programs and presentations
Provides general clerical support, including organizing documents, processing mail, photocopying, and handling records
Processes prescription refills, letters, and external requests
Uses office and hospital systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, scheduling, billing applications) efficiently
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma/ GED
Experience:
No healthcare experience required but strongly preferred.
Basic customer service and computer skills.
Makes use of customer service knowledge to assist patients and families in resolving problems.
Conveys a positive demeanor when interacting with patients, families, and coworkers.
Ability to communicate in a clear, effective manner both orally and in writing and demonstrate empathy in difficult personal situations.
Ability to work with diverse internal and external constituencies.
PER positions are currently eligible for a Sign-on Bonus of $2,000 for full time positions (prorated for part-time positions, internals not eligible)*
BCH offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker LICSW - Pediatrics: Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics - Boston - Sign-on Bonus Eligible
Boston, MA job
This role focuses on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and can provide services if necessary. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Social Work duties: Provides social work assistance to patients and families relating to developmental disabilities and life events in all areas of service as a member of multi-disciplinary team and in liaison with community resources. Responsibilities also include identification, assessment, and coordination of cases and anticipation of needs related to illness, hospitalization, finances, education, and home/community service. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically, responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.
Job Overview
This position oversees a range of clinical social work services to patients/clients and families in inpatient, ambulatory and community settings utilizing individual, family or group modalities and practicing within the guidelines of professional social work ethics and standards. Participates in a multi-discipline case conferences. Consult with agency care providers regarding social service needs of clients and families.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
2. Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).
3. Five (5) years of related experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Provides psychosocial assessment of the individual and family, including limitations, deficits and strengths in their current situation and environment, as well as functional level. May conduct a psychiatric social work assessment according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). Develops treatment plans with appropriate and competent interventions.
2. Responsible for psychosocial assessment and intervention in crisis situations that often involve issues of suicide, homicide, family violence, elder or child abuse.
3. Demonstrates sound clinical judgment in assessing the patient's needs for long-term care, including evaluating the home and family situation, helping the patient and family to develop an in-home care plan, exploring alternatives to in-home care and arranging for placement if necessary.
4. Provides treatment, therapy, psycho-education and/or counseling utilizing individual, family or group modalities.
5. Provides information, referral and creative resource acquisition for specific individual and family needs both within the Hospital and in the community as indicated. Assists patients/families to understand psychosocial factors impeding their maximal utilization of hospital and community resources.
6. Collaborates with and provides psychosocial consultation to the health care team to promote a smooth, coordinated plan of care. Aids the team in understanding and integrating the significance of psychosocial factors in relation to patient's illness, treatment and recovery. Identifies psychosocial issues that may impede progress. Makes recommendations to the team regarding patient/family care and management. Assists health care team to assist patient/family level of understanding to make informed decisions.
7. Provide medical social services to the patient's family member or caregiver on a short-term basis when necessary to remove a clear and direct impediment to the effective treatment of the patient's medical condition or rate of recovery.
8. Treats patients and families with dignity and respect at all times. Offers time for questions and answers; demonstrates empathy in communication while working toward optimal health goals.
9. Provides outreach, case finding/screening for high-risk issues that may impact on patient's progress, participation in plan, discharge or ability to utilize resources.
10. Assists with discharge planning issues to ensure continuity of care. Formulates, coordinates and implements the psychosocial components of outpatient care.
11. Consults, collaborates and communicates with a wide range of social, governmental and legal agencies, courts, schools, clinics, other hospitals, physicians and other sources.
12. Serves as a patient/family advocate with a variety of systems both internally and externally as required. May be called upon to testify in court.
13. Ensures clinical documentation is complete and according to departmental standards. Performs other administrative documentation and record keeping, such as accountability and statistical reports, billing forms, student intern evaluations, performance evaluations, etc. in complete and timely manner.
14. Initiates policy and program development in specific service area or team, utilizing knowledge of state-of-the-art programs and promoting social work values such as patient self-determination and social justice. Initiates, participates in and supports policy and program development in the Department of Social Work Services.
15. Actively engages in the regularly scheduled meetings, programs and activities of the Department. Serves on departmental committees. Represents the profession and Department in hospital and community meetings and committees.
16. Participates in social work professional education, supervision and teaching activities; supervises or trains staff social workers, student interns, house staff, nurses, medical students, and volunteers as required.
17. Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the working groups achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment
18. Continually monitors, assesses and modifies his/her own social work practice and programs. Conducts quality improvement activities and research regarding service delivery and effectiveness of interventions, as required.
19. Conducts or participates in professional organizations, grant writing, teaching, public presentations, seminars and workshops. May supervise staff social workers, social work associates, social work interns, parent consultants, house staff, nurses, medical students and volunteers as required.
20. Ensures compliance within guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies (DPH, ERISA etc.) and demonstrates compliance with Home Health Foundation policies and procedures. Practices confidentiality principles set by the agency and federal HIPAA/HITECH guidelines.
Physical Requirements:
1. Normal office setting.
2. Inpatient and/or outpatient clinic patient care setting.
3. Frequent sitting, occasional standing & walking, and lifting of 5-10 lbs.
4. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate computer keyboard.
5. Requires ability to see computer screen and reports.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
2. Knowledge of casework process and community resources in relation to health (including mental health), illness, and disability.
3. Knowledge of current social work theory and practice, the ability to apply treatment and case management methods, and familiarity with community issues and resources.
4. Understanding of organizational theory and practice in large systems and the knowledge of social and health care policies and systems.
5. High degree of diagnostic, treatment, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
6. Analytical skills required assessing patient needs, to develop associated treatment modalities and to provide effective counseling.
7. Computer skills and knowledge of general office programs, spreadsheet programs, database programs, and presentation programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
8. Ability to read/write and communicate in English.
9. Excellent interpersonal skills.
10. Ability to function well in very busy situations.
11. Responsible and reliable.
12. Good organization skills.
13. Ability to engage a wide variety of patients and collaterals in the acute treatment and discharge planning process.
14. Ability to identify and access community resources.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$72,371.94 - $90,464.92
Cardiac Electrophysiology Technologist - Sign On Bonus Eligible
Boston, MA job
Cardiac Electrophysiology TechnologistMinimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree OR;
Degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology with Radiologic Technologist (RT) Certification OR;
Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) Certification.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification Obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification within six (6) months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiologist Specialist (RCES) Certification.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Prepares the EP Lab for procedures, including setting up the sterile procedure table and ensuring all necessary supplies and apparel are available. Assists in clean up and turnover of room in preparation for following procedure. Assists preparing patient for electrophysiology procedures, including prepping access site(s) and properly draping patient in the fashion that corresponds to the procedure, while maintaining standards of sterility. Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots and maintains Electrophysiology equipment, ensuring their proper functioning during procedures. Among the expected skills to perform these duties:
Hemodynamic monitoring
Scrubbing, prepping and draping for cardiac devices and ablations
Mapping system and ablation set up
Operating the recording system and stimulator
Baseline intracardiac measurements
Pacing from different catheters for the purpose of checking thresholds
Burst pacing for arrhythmia induction
Assessing for pulmonary vein isolation
Pacing for phrenic nerve capture
Assessing for bidirectional block across flutter lines
Pacing for the purpose of entrainment and measurement of post pacing intervals
Basics of assessing for dual AV nodal physiology and preexcitation
Measurement of QRS duration and left ventricular activation times for physiologic/conduction system pacing
Understanding of basics of pacemaker and ICD programmers
Assessment of lead parameters (sensing, impedance and threshold)
Accurately documents procedure charges, supply charges, fluoroscopy time and radiation dose, and contrast dosage. Collaborates with the healthcare team to maintain a sterile environment within the EP lab, adhering to infection control protocols. Ensures proper radiation safety protocols are followed, including use of lead aprons and shielding to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and oneself. Responsible for notifying physician of elevated radiation doses during procedures. Participates in quality assurance initiatives to improve the efficiency and safety of EP procedures. Assists in managing supplies and equipment within the EP lab, ensuring all necessary items are readily available. Participates in the orientation and training of new staff members and collaborate effectively with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Prepares to respond to emergencies and provide immediate assistance during complications or adverse events, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), cardiac defibrillation, and artificial respiration.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work within the semi-restricted and restricted environment of the Operating Room and other Perioperative support areas. Stands under hot surgical lights for prolonged periods of time. Possibility of muscle strain from lifting patients and heavy equipment, shocks and burns from cautery units and autoclaves. Possibility of cuts from sharp instruments. Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, blood and bodily fluids, extreme noise levels, radiation, lasers, drastic fluctuations in ambient temperature, etc. Ability to wear a protective lead apron for extended periods of time and exposure to radioactivity, harmful anesthesia gases and septic infections. Requires frequent lifting and positioning of patients, materials, equipment, power tools, instruments, etc. Frequent contacts with patients, physicians and nursing staff in Operating Room.
Skills & Abilities:
Willingness to participate in late shift rotations as required. Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. Attention to detail and unwavering commitment to patient safety. Knowledge of EP procedures, including structural heart procedures, and equipment operation strongly preferred. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$37.18 - $47.41
Sterile Processing Tech III - Evenings
Boston, MA job
We are currently offering a $7,500 sign on bonus for full-time hires. Schedule: 3pm-11:30pm Is knowledgeable of the roles and job responsibilities of Sterile Processing Technicians Levels I & II and may perform any of these tasks as needed to assist with operations within the department. Sets the example in the department and is knowledgeable about all tasks associated with sterile processing.
Key Responsibilities:
Receives, sorts, cleans, and decontaminates reusable instruments and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines; logs received items manually.
Operates cleaning and decontamination machinery including washers, reprocessors, cart washers, and pasteurizers.
Inspects, assembles, and sterilizes surgical instruments and materials; prepares trays per standardized lists and operates sterilizers monitoring critical settings.
May lead department operations in the absence of the SPD Manager by organizing workflow, prioritizing tasks, and addressing customer needs.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge on medical instrument processing through education, professional organizations, and participates in hospital committees.
Assists with staff training, competency testing, and may serve as charge person to manage department workflow and safety.
Communicates and collaborates with department staff, OR personnel, and managers to ensure smooth operations and complete accurate documentation.
Troubleshoots daily operational problems and uses resources to support decision-making and problem resolution.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma/GED required
Experience:
Minimum of three years of experience in Sterile Processing required
Licensure/ Certifications:
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required
Candidates are required to have the Certified Endoscopy Reprocessor (CER) certification at the time of hire, or they must obtain it within one year of being hired.
Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) preferred
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Child Life Specialist (Per diem)
Boston, MA job
Per diem. We require a minimum of 2 shifts/pay period or 4 shifts a month. The Child Life Specialist will be responsible for:
Participating in therapeutic activities and programs to meet patients' psychosocial and developmental needs, and facilitate adjustment to health care experiences
Serve as member of multidisciplinary team.
Delegate work assignments to volunteers/Child Life Assistant's and participate in clinical training of student interns.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life
600 hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist.
Experience:
General skills to resolve problems requiring the use of child development theory, professional child life principles, and experienced‑based knowledge.
Well-developed writing skills, and excellent communication skills including conflict resolution to effectively work as a team member.
Licensure/ Certifications:
Certification in Child Life Specialist required within 1 year of hire for all new hires.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Nuclear Med Technologist, Sign-On Bonus $15K
Boston, MA job
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs routine and complex nuclear imaging procedures, including preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, while ensuring patient safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance. New hires may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $15,000.00
Key Responsibilities:
Perform routine and complex nuclear medicine imaging procedures, including preparation and administration of radiopharmaceuticals.
Ensure patient safety and provide supportive care tailored to individual patient and family needs.
Conduct quality control on imaging equipment and comply with all regulatory and hospital safety standards.
Assist with maintaining daily operations of the nuclear medicine department and report equipment malfunctions.
Participate in interdisciplinary teamwork and pursue ongoing professional development aligned with hospital core values.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
Bachelor's Degree; Allied Health
License/Certification:
Registered by the Certification Nuclear Medicine Technological (CNMT) and/or American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the CNMT/CT and/or ARRT certification
BLS certification.
Advanced CT licensure is required within one year with a 6 month grace period from date of hire.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Advanced Heart Failure and Heart Transplant
Boston, MA job
Opportunity for the position to be a Senior Clinical Pharmacist Specialist, dependent upon qualifications and experience of the candidate.
This role focuses on providing pharmacy related services in a hospital or retail setting. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Pharmacy Services duties: Delivers pharmaceuticals. Includes professionals who are trained and sometimes licensed to dispense medicine/controlled substances. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.
Job Overview
Clinical Pharmacy Specialists work closely with other health practitioners to improve the health of patients by providing pharmaceutical care to individual patients and by serving as an expert resource to physicians, nurses, and other health professionals and caring for patients of the assigned service areas. Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy, control and analysis of the formulary; and the identification and remediation of drug related problems. Reviews and approves medication orders, monitors drug therapies, and provides drug information. Acts as an ambassador and educator for medication safety and best medication practices and drug therapy research within the organization. Pharmacists supervise and direct support personnel. Provides leadership by facilitating the development, implementation, and maintenance of hospital and departmental systems that promote desirable patient outcomes. Ensures the pharmacy is operated within the limits of State and Federal regulations.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) AND Two (2) years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital OR Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy AND Five (5) years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital
2. Pharmacist License.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) AND Three (3) years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital OR Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy AND Seven (7) years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital.
2. PGY1 Pharmacy Residency.
3. PGY2 Residency in a relevant area of practice.
4. Pharmacy Board Certification.
5. Active Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) credential in a related area of practice.
6. Experience in drug utilization review and analysis.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Provides prospective evaluation and monitoring of drug therapy.
2. Coordinates review of policies and procedures related to clinical practice.
3. Participates in the development and implementation of treatment guidelines, protocols and clinical pathways.
4. Participates in the development of departmental drug-specific and population-specific initiatives.
5. Directs and coordinates the clinical activities of the assigned pharmacy service area. Responsible for preparing, compounding and dispensing medications to patients in accordance within state, federal laws.
6. Reviews and accurately interprets physician's orders checking for appropriateness of orders as to indication, clarity, accuracy of dose, drug allergy, potential drug interactions and duplication (two or more drugs with the same therapeutic action).
7. Detects and reports medication errors and adverse drug reactions in a timely manner.
8. Communicates professionally with Physicians, Nurses and other healthcare professionals regarding medication related issues.
9. Prepares and presents to the appropriate committees evidence-based reviews of drugs requested for formulary addition.
10. Actively participates in hospital multi-disciplinary committees, multi-disciplinary patient rounds on a daily basis.
11. Participates in periodic reviews of therapeutic classes of drugs and present findings to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and others.
12. Represents the pharmacy department at committees, councils and meetings throughout the organization.
13. Performs medication counseling and medication history taking when requires, expertly performs basic patient care services such as blood glucose testing, blood pressure monitoring, peak flow meters, BLS/ACLS (if required by care setting).
14. Actively participates in developing department policies and procedures, maintaining the drug formulary, education of the pharmacy, nursing and medical staffs, and in department quality improvement efforts.
15. Participates in the professional development of clinical pharmacy specialists and clinical pharmacists by serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students, interns, externs, foreign graduates, and pharmacy residents (when applicable). Maintains relationships with local colleges of pharmacy.
16. May present research at state and national professional meetings, seek publication in a refereed journal, or maintain an adjunct faculty appointment at a school of pharmacy.
17. Oversees the preparation, compounding and dispensing of medications to patients and manages support staff (when required).
18. Participates in Pharmacy Quality Programs that relate to: People; Clinical excellence; Operational excellence; Financial performance and growth; Safety and quality; and Research.
19. Recommends appropriate medication doses and adjustments as indicated by patient clinical condition.
20. Identifies, documents, resolves and works to prevent drug therapy problems.
21. Monitors compliance with treatment guidelines, protocols and clinical pathways and present findings to the appropriate committees.
Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to walk and stand 25-75% of the day and to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
2. Requires sometimes reaching and grasping below, at, and above shoulder level.
3. Requires regularly grasping, typing, and fine manipulation with hands.
4. Works in an area with some discomfort due to dust, dirt, and temperature changes.
5. Possibility of cuts from broken glass and some exposure to hazardous chemicals.
6. Frequently required to speak, hear, communicate and exchange information.
7. Ability to see and read computers displays, read fine print, and/or normal type size print and distinguish letters, numbers and symbols.
8. Ability to work in confined or open environments.
9. Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of clinical best practices and standards for optimizing medication use
2. Superior verbal and written presentation skills.
3. Superior communication skills, including developing and giving presentations, both 1-1 and group.
4. Knowledge of integrated health networks and health plan drug formularies.
5. Maintains skill, knowledge and competency as an expert in pharmaceutical care of the assigned specialty area.
6. Project and resource management skills.
7. Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
8. Ability to understand importance of and respect for the confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
9. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
10. Comfort with and adaptability to contemporary healthcare workplace technologies including but not limited to electronic medical record(s), software applications, messaging systems, video chat, and team collaboration platforms (e.g. Microsoft Teams, etc.)
11. Ability to work with all ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences.
12. A robust understanding of chronic health condition management and population management.
13. Ability to prioritize and resolve critical issues efficiently and effectively.
14. Detail oriented, with strong organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities.
15. Willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that will continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$124,800.00 - $155,933.24
Radiologic Technologist - Full-Time - Sign-on Bonus Eligible
Boston, MA job
Schedule:
Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM,
1 weekend/month (Friday-Sunday) 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Diagnostic Radiology duties: Evaluates physical conditions related to diagnostics are typically technically skilled and able to operate medical imaging equipment for this purpose. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.
Job Overview
Perform radiologic procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Perform radiologic procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American College of Radiology (ACR) imaging standards and allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a radiological diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and/or procedures as assigned. Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care. Work independently as required.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
2. Radiologic Technologist Certification (ARRT).
3. Radiologic Technologist state license eligible.
4. Basic Life Support Certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. X-Ray experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Independently perform radiologic procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.
2. Verify patient and procedure to be performed.
3. Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.
4. Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.
5. Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used.
6. Participate in ongoing education and training.
7. Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.
8. Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.
9. Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.
10. Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.
11. May teach students and support new technologists.
Physical Requirements:
1. Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting 30-35 lbs.
2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment.
3. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms.
4. Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of radiologic equipment, examinations, and procedures.
2. Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
3. Good communication skills.
4. Good customer service skills.
5. Ability to organize and set priorities.
6. Ability to work independently.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$40.00 - $43.49
Physical Therapist - PT
Holden, MA job
We believe in setting our employees up for success. That's why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.
Responsibilities:
Weekly pay, health, dental, and vision benefits after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! If you're looking for a place that embraces you for who you are, helps you achieve your full potential, and makes working hard feel less like hard work, then look no further than Synchrony.
Qualifications:
Job Summary
The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for providing a full range of physical therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.
Licenses and Certifications
Must have and maintain a current, valid state PT licensure or certification
Current valid CPR certification, preferred
Qualifications
Education: Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
Experience: 0-1 years
Roles and Responsibilities
• Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate patients' physical conditions, functional limitations, and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities to improve patients' physical function.
• Educate patients and their families on exercise techniques, posture, body mechanics, and strategies to manage their condition effectively.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and outcomes in compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.
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Patient Experience Representative II-Ambulatory (Needham)
Needham, MA job
Under general supervision, provides support to the administrative operations of a clinical service and works to ensure the best possible patient experience by effectively coordinating services to patients and families. Actively participates in and contributes to departmental and organizational initiatives & projects with a focus on continuous process improvement. Performs various administrative functions requiring in-depth knowledge of programs and services. Provides positive and effective customer service that supports departmental and hospital operations. Recognizes opportunities and recommends process improvement opportunities to enhance operational efficiency while maintaining accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
·Customer Service: Greets, screens, and directs patients, families, and visitors, and provides effective customer service in person and on the phone.
·Registration: Registers new patients, verifies insurance information, and collects co-payments.
·Patient Coordination: Monitors clinic activity, schedules appointments, and assists with patient flow to ensure a positive experience.
·Administrative Tasks: Answers calls, manages calendars, schedules meetings and events, and provides clerical support.
·Records Management: Collects and organizes patient medical records, processes letters, and handles prescription refill requests.
·Technology Use: Utilizes office technology, including phone systems and various software applications, and enrolls patients in the patient portal.
·Process Improvement: Contributes to departmental projects aimed at improving processes and systems.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma / GED
Experience:
Internal: Minimum 6 months as a PER;
External: Minimum of 6 months relevant healthcare experience
This role is eligible for a $2,000 sign on bonus (not eligible for internal candidates and not eligible for former BCH employees who worked here in the past 12 months)
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Ambulatory Neurology RN - Per Diem
Boston, MA job
Tufts Medical Center is a world-renowned academic medical center that has been caring for patients across New England for more than 200 years. As the principal teaching hospital of Tufts University School of Medicine and a nationally respected research institution, we are known for delivering groundbreaking, patient-centered care across more than 100 specialties and services, from primary care to our Level I Trauma Center to the region's leading heart transplant program.
Nurses are at the heart of that mission.
As a Magnet designated organization, Tufts Medical Center offers nurses the opportunity to practice at the highest level grounded in teamwork, clinical inquiry, and a culture of continuous improvement. We are committed to advancing nursing through evidence-based care, shared decision-making, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
Nurses at Tufts MC are deeply integrated into all aspects of clinical care and operations. Whether providing high-acuity specialty care or leading quality and safety initiatives, our nurses are respected as full partners in care delivery and innovation. Their insight drives progress. Their expertise shapes outcomes.
Nurses are supported through strong peer networks, diverse clinical experiences, and opportunities for professional development. Professional growth is expected, encouraged, and championed.
At Tufts Medical Center, nursing isn't just supported but integral to who we are. Join us and be part of a team that's leading with purpose and redefining what's possible in healthcare.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Clinical Nurse duties: Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care needs of a designated group of patients or provides nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice for achievement of the patient's plan of care as directed. Provides professional nursing care to patients. Requires a nursing license. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.
Job Overview
The professional registered nurse possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary for the delivery and management of patient care from admission through discharge. The professional registered nurse is knowledgeable of current trends in healthcare including but not limited to advances in technology, pharmacology, treatment care modalities, quality and patient safety. The professional registered nurse serves as a patient and family advocate while facilitating a cooperative and collaborative environment among all health care providers. The professional registered nurse is responsible for the planning, delivery and management of patient/family centered care utilizing the nursing process and adhering to the standards of nursing practice embedded in research, evidence based practice and/or best practices. The professional registered nurse at Tufts Medical Center provides clinical excellence, which fosters and supports an environment central to our patient and family centered model of care.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Registered Nurse (RN) license.
2. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
3. Certifications (i.e. ACLS, PALS) relevant to the department and type of care being provided may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
2. Specialty Nursing certifications.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1.Utilizes theoretical and evidence-based knowledge in partnering with patients and their families to assess, plan, implement and evaluate age appropriate care.
2. Assesses and collaborates with patient, family/significant others and other disciplines to: Identify expected outcomes based on synthesis of data and diagnosis; and identify cultural needs (i.e. language, etc) to develop a care plan that enhances the health care experience.
3. Plans and develops: Individualized outcomes-based care plans incorporating the patient and family's readiness and barrier to learning; Orchestrates and validates a plan of care for each shift; Initiates interdisciplinary patient/family meetings to facilitate communication regarding the plan of care; Communicates and coordinates the patients discharge plan utilizing unit-based and community resources to ensure a seamless transition for the patient and their family; Ensures the plan of care utilizes principles and concepts of project, organizational or systems management.
4. Implements: The plan in a safe and timely manner; Documents the implementation and any modifications, including changes or omissions, of the identified plan; Collaborates with nursing colleagues and others to implement the plan; Utilizes evidence-based interventions and treatments specific to the diagnosis or problem; Provides and coordinates health teaching which is required by individuals, families and groups to maintain an optimal level of health; Documents per hospital and regulatory requirements/policies, all aspects of care, including but not limited to, treatments/procedures performed and patient response.
5. Evaluates: The effectiveness of the planned strategies in relation to patient responses and the attainment of expected outcomes and knowledge; Uses the evaluation process to update the plan of care as dictated by the patient response and/or if desired outcomes have not been achieved.
6. Demonstrates and applies the skill and judgement necessary to implement the nursing plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the care of the patient and family based upon critical thinking skills and a spirit of inquiry. The plan of care is: Evidence based and utilizes research when appropriate; Incorporates new knowledge and strategies to initiate change in nursing care practices; Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate culturally and ethnically sensitive care to all patients and families.
7. Performs procedures and treatments using nursing knowledge and judgment, according to established unit/practice area guidelines and professional standards.
8. Safely administers and assesses the patient response to medication utilizing essential knowledge of pharmacology and Hospital and Department Standards of Care.
9. Maintains clinical competency with respect to technology and utilizes equipment in a safe manner.
10. Performs as an advocate and as an educator for patients and families.
11. Provides high quality in an efficient and a safe manner. The professional nurse utilizes data trends to support and improve clinical practice.
12. Participates in hospital and/or unit based patient safety and quality activities and uses principles to support and improve patient outcomes (unit-based, hospital-wide, The Joint Commission, NPSGs, NDNQI, Patient First and other local, state and federal patient safety initiatives.
13. Participates in performance improvement activities through data collection, analysis and evaluation. 14. Champions quality, safety, regulatory, and patient-family satisfaction.
15. Facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships among the various disciplines and departments to ensure effective quality patient care delivery and to create a positive and professional work environment. Supports collaboration with nursing colleagues and other disciplines to implement plan of care by participation in nursing, physician, and case management reporting rounds.
16. Delegates responsibilities to others with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities
17. Influences others to achieve Service Excellence by: Establishing a climate for optimal patient care, mutually supportive collegial relationships, and professional development; Treating both internal and external customers with courtesy, respect and caring behavior; Promoting a safe, clean, therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff; Acknowledging cultural differences that exist among staff and patients; Identifying customer service needs on the unit; Presenting self in a professional and calm manner; Providing responsible and efficient use of resources.
18. Participates in professional development and lifelong learning activities that assist in developing and maintaining their continuing competence, enhance their professional practice and support achievement of their career goals including: Maintaining current licensure and adheres to the Massachusetts Nurse Practice Act; Assuming responsibility for participating in educational opportunities to support and meet clinical competency requirements; Seeking out educational and professional resources; Developing professionally as a self-directed, motivated learner; Seeking out advanced certification opportunities and ongoing education opportunities; Precepting and mentoring newly hired staff and nursing students; Investigating available technology and resources to apply evidence based practice and research into daily professional activities; Promoting leadership at the bedside as a delegator, collaborator, facilitator, and communicator; and Promoting unit and organizational growth through a shared governance model.
19. May assume charge nurse functions in collaboration with unit leadership;
20. Facilitates communication by: Seeking and sharing job-related information that supports a culture of respect and responsibility; Assuming responsibility and ownership for professional conduct; Accepting responsibility for positive and productive communication skills; Attending and actively participating in staff meetings (when unable to attend, accepts responsibility for reading staff meeting minutes); and Accepting responsibility for reading emails to keep current with unit and hospital based information.
Physical Requirements:
1. Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking.
2. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfer patients and equipment.
3. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.
4. Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, sick patients, bodily substances, noise and possible exposure to radiation, lasers, electric shock, etc.
5. Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases and other transmissible infections.
6. Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances.
7. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
8. Handle emergency and crisis situations.
9. Subjected to irregular hours.
10. May have contact with hazardous materials.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
2. Ability to provide care for a designated group of patients according to unit guidelines and hospital policies, procedures and protocols.
3. Has the skills and knowledge to provide care to the age groups of the population served including: Knowledge of growth and development; Ability to interpret age specific data and response to care; and Provide age appropriate communication.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$41.76 - $68.89
Child Life Specialist (Urology)
Boston, MA job
Please note that travel is required to both our Boston and Waltham hospitals. Schedule: Hours 8:00am-4:30pm or 8:30am - 5:00pm Tuesday - Boston Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday - Waltham The clinicians in Boston Children's Department of Urology - ranked among the best in the nation in pediatric urology by
U.S. News & World Report
- provide expert care for the entire spectrum of urologic conditions. Our team sees infants, children, and adolescents with common urological conditions such as hydronephrosis, urinary reflux, undescended testicles, kidney stones, hypospadias, and urinary incontinence. We also offer deep expertise and a multispecialty approach to more complex urological conditions including bladder exstrophy and epispadias, spina bifida, cloacal deformities, and genitourinary cancers.
Key Responsibilities:
The Child Life Specialist will:
Participate in therapeutic activities and programs to meet patients' psychosocial and developmental needs, and facilitate adjustment to health care experiences in the intensive care unit
Serve as member of multidisciplinary team.
Delegate work assignments to volunteers and participate in clinical training of student interns.
Work 40 hours per week
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life.
600-hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist.
Experience:
General skills to resolve problems requiring the use of child development theory, professional child life principles, and experienced‑based knowledge.
Well-developed writing skills, and excellent communication skills including conflict resolution to effectively work as a team member.
Licensure/ Certifications:
Certification in Child Life Specialist required within 1 year of hire for all new hires.
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Sterile Processing Tech II
Needham, MA job
We are currently offering a $7,500 sign on bonus for full-time hires. Schedule: 10am-6:30pm Assembles instrument trays for surgical procedures using computerized count sheets and processes instrumentation for sterilization and distribution.
Key Responsibilities:
Transports and restocks surgical instrumentation and medical materials within surgical suites and SPD according to departmental policies.
Receives, sorts, cleans, and decontaminates soiled reusable instruments and equipment, manually logging items received.
Operates and maintains cleaning and decontamination equipment such as washers, reprocessors, and pasteurizers.
Inspects, prepares, assembles, and sterilizes surgical instruments and materials, following standardized lists and manufacturer guidelines.
Loads, programs, and monitors sterilizers during sterilization cycles to ensure proper operation and safety.
Manages telephone communications, providing routine information and directing complex inquiries to supervisors.
Provides departmental leadership in the absence of senior staff, organizing daily operations and prioritizing work to meet clinical needs.
Addresses customer requests, resolves issues, and completes daily shift reports to maintain smooth department workflow.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma/GED required
Experience:
Minimum of two years of experience in Sterile Processing required
Licensure/ Certifications:
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) OR certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Vascular Ultrasound Technologist (U) - No On Call - Sign-on Bonus Eligible
Melrose, MA job
Hours: 40 hours weekly, Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday 7am-530pm (10 hour days). *Thursdays OFF
This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ultrasound duties: Utilizes Ultrasound Technology to provide images of internal body structures. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.
Job Overview
Under the general direction of the Ultrasound Clinical Supervisor, performs a variety of procedures involving the use of high frequency sound waves to investigate the vascular aspects of the abdomen, pelvis, neck, upper and lower extremities. Requires a high degree of technical knowledge pertaining to acoustics and its various interactions within the human body. An in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology is also required so the technologist can evaluate laboratory data, past medical history and pertinent symptoms to tailor the ultrasound or vascular examination to each patient individually.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Associates degree or higher in two (2) year Ultrasound program.
2. American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS).
3. Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) within one year of date of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Two (2) years as an ultrasound technologist with one (1) additional year of experience performing vascular examinations.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Sets up and operates equipment, manipulating transducers and adjusting console dials to obtain a clear recording of specified sections of the body.
2. Assists radiologists and/or vascular surgeons in interpretation by describing anatomy, anatomical location and acoustic characteristics of each film or computer report.
3. Utilizes patient charts to review patient's medical history and previous exams.
4. Reports findings of each exam to radiologist including documenting of technologist worksheet.
5. Performs exams according to IAC protocols.
6. Independently oversees a daily outpatient schedule as well as accommodating inpatient exams as well.
7. Keeps up to date of new developments, techniques, and equipment in the ultrasound field by attending courses, seminars and review of professional publications.
Physical Requirements:
1. Frequent standing, occasional sitting & walking, lifting of 30-35 lbs., pushing and maneuvering equipment.
2. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate echo equipment and computer keyboard
3. Requires ability to see echo screen and reports.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Medical terminology.
2. Clerical skills.
3. Proficient in upper and lower extremity venous, upper and lower extremity arterial, bypass grafts and stents, carotid, renal artery, mesenteric, SMA, abdominal doppler complete (portal vein, hepatic vein and artery, and splenic vein), ABI/PVR.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$41.34 - $51.39
Respiratory Therapist - ECMO Specialist - NICU (Sign-on Bonus Eligible)
Boston, MA job
It takes a lot of very smart, hard-working and talented people to provide the level of care that we give to our patients. Tufts Medical Center is an internationally respected academic medical center and we pride ourselves not only on the sophistication of the care we deliver, but the compassionate way in which we provide it. And that starts with our employees.
Job Description
This position is responsible for respiratory care for patients of all age groups, who are diagnosed with cardio-pulmonary dysfunction. Services are provided throughout the Tufts Medical Center are complex. This includes the ICUs, in-patient rooms, the Emergency Room, and outpatient clinics. A request for service originates from the medical staff of Tufts Medical Center. It may be written or verbal and can be communicated to the therapist by direct telephone conversation and/or beeper page. The patient's nurse or unit secretary conveys the order.
All patients are assessed for their needs initially and on an on-going basis until no longer required. Documentation of services provided is recorded in the Respiratory Therapy Progress Notes section located on the department flow sheet. A copy of this document is filed in the patient Medical Record.
A list of the specific practices available by this department is noted below. A Respiratory Therapist is under the direction of the Director and Assistant Director of Respiratory Care. Patient services are available 24 hours/day, 365 days/year. Services are provided in accordance to policies and procedures agreed upon by the Medical Directors of the department. Clinical Practice Guidelines have and continue to evolve as the framework of clinical respiratory care practice. These practices are well referenced and sponsored by the American Association for Respiratory Care.
Opportunities for growth and career expansion include:
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Neonatal and pediatric training
Advanced certifications: ACLS, NRP, PALS
Incentive career ladder supporting expanded skillsets
Participation in neonatal and pediatric transport program
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) training
Participation in orientation of new employees, primary preceptor opportunities
Quality and Safety initiatives: participating in composing and maintaining clinical practice guidelines and protocols
Participation in various departmental and critical care research opportunities
Initiates patients on invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation; routinely checks and maintains proper function of ventilator in conjunction with the physician order.
Abides with infection control guideline for invasive and non-invasive equipment per departmental policy. Changes and adjusts ventilator parameters based on clinical assessment and blood gas analysis in accordance with physician orders.
Weans patients from mechanical ventilation and other therapies through patient assessment and adjusting parameters within prescribed protocols.
Administer inhaled medications in accordance with institutional guidelines derived from the department of respiratory care and pharmacy.
Administers oxygen using low flow, high flow, open and closed circuits.
Embodies patient and family centered care. Explains procedures to patients and family.
Provides services to analyze blood specimens for blood gases, glucose and electrolytes in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.
Administers Positive Pressure Breathing, (e.g. CPAP or BiPAP), which consists of the application of positive pressure to the upper airway to promote better lung inflation and aerosol distribution.
Routinely assists in the transport of patients requiring life-support to and from referral hospitals.
Provides in-house transport of mechanically ventilated and other high-risk patients.
Provides non-traditional therapies, e.g. Nitric Oxide gas administration, as ordered.
Provides resuscitation and support services at all high-risk deliveries.
Monitors effectiveness of therapy using non-invasive techniques such as pulse oximetry, end tidal CO2 and transcutaneous PO2/PCO2, in addition to invasive techniques such as arterial blood gas sampling.
Analyzes inspired oxygen concentration using various oxygen analyzers.
Calibrates monitors and maintains Transcutaneous Oxygen Monitors, End Tidal CO2 and pulse Oximetry monitors.
Assists in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation as part of Code Team primarily providing airway management and manual resuscitation. Commonly administers drugs via the endotracheal tube during cardiopulmonary rescue e.g. Lidocaine, Atropine Sulfate and Epinephrine.
Documents therapy, patient assessment, and interventions performed and test results in the progress notes of the medical record in a concise, accurate, and thorough manner.
Transcribe a detailed shift note for all patient's cared for during the shift.
Responsible for acknowledging the proper assembly of all respiratory therapy equipment prior to and during patient use.
Performs daily rounds and fairly bills patients for services rendered.
Attend rounds daily with the intensive care unit critical care team and is an active participant in the patient's care.
Assists with development of in-service programs for departmental personnel.
Assists the Associate Director with the orientation of new employees; acts as a preceptor for new employees and is utilized as a clinical instructor for students enrolled in local universities.
Administers therapeutic agents such as Heliox, Surfactant, Tobramycin, Ribavirin and Pentamidine in accordance with established Departmental procedure.
Provides services for new clinical programs as research protocols are developed.
Qualifications
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Ability to walk and stand for approximately 90% of the time.
Ability to transport respiratory therapy equipment (up to 100 lbs.) using carts or wheels on the equipment to and from patient areas.
One needs to demonstrate the ability to communicate with and assess the patient needs of different age populations to provide the necessary care. This will be demonstrated by supervisory review of Daily Shift Notes documented in all areas of clinical practice. Skills will be rated as part of your Performance Appraisal.
Ability to perform all required duties under emergency and extreme stress situations.
When cross-trained to perform neonatal and pediatric services, one is expected to acquire and maintain NRP and PALS certification.
Demonstration of competency is required on an annual basis. This will include computer based training and evaluation in adult, pediatric and neonatal mechanical ventilators.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree level in health profession, science or equivalent is preferred.
Associates degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
Must possess the RRT credential.
Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology of the cardiopulmonary system and respiratory therapy science.
EXPERIENCE:
One to two years on the job experience in acute and critical care.
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements
LICENSES, ETC:
Must be currently licensed and in good standing with the Licensure Board of Registration of Massachusetts.
Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist, be issued Registration from the National Board of Respiratory Care.
AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:
Possesses and applies the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. This includes:
Knowledge of growth and development
Ability to interpret age specific data and response to care
Provide age specific communication
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Most work is performed on patient floors, emergency room, outpatient clinics, and respiratory therapy workrooms.
Exposure to infectious patients, blood products, and contaminated equipment.
Works with high-pressure gas systems and uses gas mixtures which support combustion.
Exposed to potentially toxic aerosols such as RibavirinÒ and PentamidineÒ and poisonous gases e.g. nitric oxide & nitrogen dioxide.
Frequent contact with patients and their families, medical and nursing staff, unit secretary and other employees.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$42.00 - $47.41
CT Technologist Overnight - Sign-on Bonus Eligible
Boston, MA job
Hours: 36 hours weekly, No on-call rotation
Friday 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Saturday 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Sunday 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following CT Scan duties: Utilizes CT Scan Technology to provide images of internal organs, bones, and soft tissue. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.
Job Overview
Perform Computed Tomography (CT) scan procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Perform CT scan procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American College of Radiology (ACR) imaging standards and allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a radiological diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and/or procedures as assigned. Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care. Work independently as required.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Associate degree in Radiology or related field.
2. Radiologic Technologist Certification (ARRT).
3. CT Certification (ARRT) or (NMTCB).
4. Radiologic Technologist state license eligible.
5. Two (2) years of experience as a CT Technologist.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. X-Ray experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Independently perform CT scans on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.
2. Verify patient and procedure to be performed.
3. Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.
4. Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.
5. Ensure patient and staff safety for CT equipment used.
6. Ensure IV access has been obtained and administer IV contrast.
7. Participate in ongoing education and training.
8. Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.
9. Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.
10. Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.
11. Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.
12. May teach students and support new technologists.
Physical Requirements:
1. Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting 30-35 lbs.
2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment.
3. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms.
4. Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of radiologic equipment, examinations, and procedures.
2. Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
3. Good communication skills.
4. Good customer service skills.
5. Ability to organize and set priorities.
6. Ability to work independently.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$47.00 - $56.32
Music Therapist (Emergency Department)
Boston, MA job
/ Department Summary: Emergency Department Music Therapist 4, 10.5 hour days or 5, 8.5 hour days. The shift will typically start around 10:00 a.m. Key Responsibilities:
Provide music therapy to support the developmental, rehabilitative, psychological, socioemotional, and psychoeducational needs of BCH patients and families from various demographic and multicultural backgrounds.
Working in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to assess, evaluate, and document the therapeutic needs of patients to address the medical, procedural, surgical, diagnostic, and prognostic experiences of patients and families.
Providing basic guidance and instruction on student/intern performance and interactions with patients and families.
Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy
Experience: 1 year work experience in a medical setting and/or working with children.
The ability to adhere to AMTA standards of practice, code of ethics and professional competencies.
Demonstrated proficient knowledge in music therapy clinical practice, musical skills, child development and the impact of healthcare on neurodevelopmental outcomes.
Licensure/ Certifications: Certification or the eligibility to sit for certification exam within 18 months of hire are preferred
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Child Life Specialist (Multidisciplinary)
Needham, MA job
This role will have a future start date of December 2025 and is located in Needham, MA. BCH will be opening up a brand new building in Needham, MA. Coverage of the full satellite departments/cross coverage required, supporting children & families in clinic areas including, but not limited to - Phlebotomy, Radiology, Orthopedics, ORL and other specialties.
Four, 10.5 hour days
Key Responsibilities:
The Child Life Specialist will:
Participate in therapeutic activities and programs to meet patients' psychosocial and developmental needs, and facilitate adjustment to health care experiences in a variety of departments
Serve as member of multidisciplinary team.
Delegate work assignments to volunteers and participate in clinical training of student interns.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Child Life, or a closely related field with a concentration in child life.
600-hour Child Life internship under the supervision of a certified child life specialist.
Experience:
General skills to resolve problems requiring the use of child development theory, professional child life principles, and experienced‑based knowledge.
Well-developed writing skills, and excellent communication skills including conflict resolution to effectively work as a team member.
Licensure/ Certifications:
Certification in Child Life Specialist required within 1 year of hire for all new hires.
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.