OPTOMETRIST
Rocky Mountain Eye Care Associates job in Salt Lake City, UT
Job DescriptionPosition Description: OPTOMETRISTThis well-established MD/OD practice of 38 years is looking for an optometrist to join the practice and work alongside the Pediatric Ophthalmologist. This optometrists patient base will be pediatric, including evaluation of failed vision screenings sent in from pediatricians (age 0-10), amblyopia and strabismus follow ups, as well as routine exams for pre-teen and teen myopes (including myopia control treatment with low dose atropine drops).
Previous experience with the InfantSEE Program and/or experience examining and performing retinoscopy on children of all ages (newborn on up) is a plus.
MD is amenable to Vision Therapy and open to discuss further.
Position Responsibilities: Responsibilities of the Optometrist (OD):- Patient flow is 2 an hour if working alone (no tech), or 3-4 an hour with tech support, Mon-Fri - No weekends- Evaluate failed screens from pediatricians- Amblyopia and strabismus follow ups- Routine exams on myopes, including myopia control treatment Additional Information: Benefits for the Optometrist (OD) position:- Mon-Fri - No weekends- Compensation based upon experience + quarterly production bonuses- Benefits include: Health, Dental, Malpractice Insurance, Continuing Education, PTO, 401K- W-2 Employee Job Advertisement: MD/OD practice has opening for Optometrist to work with pediatric patients.
No weekends! - Based on Experience -
Housekeeping
Saint George, UT job
Southern Utah Veterans Home in Ivins, Utah is seeking a detail-oriented Housekeeper to join our amazing team!
The housekeeper serves residents by maintaining a clean, sanitary, and attractive community in accordance with all laws, regulations and company standards.
$15.50 - $17.00 /hr. Part Time
**Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.**
Come join our team! We offer a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement!
Responsibilities
Clean (including vacuuming, wiping, mopping, polishing, etc.) rooms, offices, and common areas; polish and straighten items; ensure residents' rooms are safe, comfortable, and maintained in an attractive manner and residents' personal items are safeguarded.
Clean up spills, soiled areas, and other conditions as observed or directed.
Ensure equipment and work areas are safe; that procedures regarding cleaners or hazardous materials or objects are strictly adhered to.
Ensure equipment and supplies are properly stored.
Ensure Universal precautions and infection control, isolation, fire, safety and sanitation practices and procedures are followed; and promptly report any hazardous conditions and equipment.
Qualifications
Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
Prior housekeeping experience in health care or hospitality setting preferred.
Must demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitality.
Must demonstrate trustworthiness and dependability.
Must work efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills.
Must be organized with attention for detail.
Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
HR/Billing/Care Coordinator
Salt Lake City, UT job
Brighten Life Home Health is looking for a Care Coordinator to join our team for Home Health and Hospice in Salt Lake City.
Part Time $24.00 - $27.00
At Brighten Life Home Health we are committed to making life better for the brave men and women who have risked so much to protect our freedom and country. Through our home health services, we strive to make a difference every day for every veteran we serve.
Must have Home Health and Hospice Experience
The Care Coordinator is responsible for providing office support services, maintaining effective working relations among client care support staff, and ensuring the timely and accurate dissemination of both internal and external client care documents and information. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, be able to prioritize tasks, and handle pressure and delicate situations. Hospice experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
Serve as a liaison to team members regarding client records, tiger connect, and other needs
Retrieves mail and sorts and distributes appropriately
Enters client information into electronic medical record (EMR), verify insurance, scan and attach documents, and prints reports as requested
Oversee distribution of appropriate client/family information/records to home health staff
Tracks orders weekly for compliance and hand delivers when appropriate. Verify orders are being sent to the correct doctor and fax number
Obtain and manage authorization from insurance providers
Assists with billing invoices, errors, and final billing. Verification of visits, assuring accuracy of time and dates. Provide timely communication to the Central Billing to continue collection pursuit on outstanding claims, concerns, or errors needing correction
Provide a positive relationship with the Central Billing Office, Patient/Patient Families and Insurance Providers
Completes scheduling daily M-F and notifies patients, staff, and clinicians as indicated
Prepare new admission paperwork, track paperwork, and assure compliance
Process invoices for AP, assure they are accurate and complete before sending for payment
Duties assigned by Administrator/Clinical Director
Responsible for overseeing all functions of the business office. In conjunction with the Admission Coordinator, maintains proper statistical information indicating the admission(s) and discharge(s) of residents on a daily basis. Receives and files approvals of admission
Performs duties to facilitate and manage personnel records
Answer phone calls, greet visitors and assist them as needed by answering questions or getting them in touch with the person(s) who can
Provide compassionate patient care services
Establish and maintain positive interactions with internal and external customers, including co-workers and direct reports
Reports patient and staff complaints to management
Maintains confidentiality of patient information
Follows and adheres to company's policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information
Uses and/or discloses only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks
Participate in-services and quality improvement activities
Attend continuing education programs if applicable
Attend staff meetings as required
Knows and follows all Company policies, regulations and requirements
Follows company dress and hygiene policies
Demonstrates proper use of equipment. Reports equipment needs or repairs
Follows company's smoking policies
Reports and documents any incidents or accidents of patients, staff or visitors to management
Reports all hazardous conditions/equipment to Supervisor
Follows infection control standards, policies and procedures
Qualifications
Office management experience preferred
Computer skills required
Demonstrates excellence in both written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrates tact and diplomacy in facilitation of relationships with staff and the public
Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks and handle pressure and delicate situations
Hospice experience preferred
Brighten Life Home Health and Hospice in Blanding is hiring a Chaplain to jour our team! The Chaplain is responsible for providing spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of Brighten Life Hospice LLC, either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors. $35.00 /hr PRN Responsibilities
Assure spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner.
Facilitate the development of the individualized plan of care by participating in the comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs.
Provide direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers.
Serve as a liaison and support to community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
Maintain records of spiritual care services utilization and related activities for quality assurance, program development, and policies and procedures review and revision.
Document direct services and ongoing communication with community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
Attend patient care conference and interdisciplinary group meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary group.
Provide consultation, education, and support to the interdisciplinary group on spiritual care.
Recruit community chaplains, spiritual counselors, and spiritual care volunteers adequate to meet patient and family/caregiver needs by developing community contacts and offering education through congregations about hospice care.
Provide for funeral or memorial services for patients as requested.
Qualifications
One year experience in a Health Care setting.
Have a bachelor's degree in a related field.
Must have experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver.
Hospice experience preferred.
Must possess the ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary group.
Must demonstrate comfort in an interfaith setting.
Must possess the ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
Must possess the ability to network with the community, clergy, and congregations.
Must demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.
Recreation Director
Salt Lake City, UT job
Summary/Objective: Ensure the development, organization and coordination of facility and community resources to provide comprehensive Therapeutic Recreation Services and programs that fulfill the basic psychological, physical, social, cultural, emotional, spiritual and recreational needs and interests of each resident.
Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•Recreation Services: o Interview and assess all residents prior to the initial Care Plan Conference; document this information in the medical record, develop an individual recreation plan based on the assessment and participate in Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings.
o Update assessments and plans as needed and as required by state/federal regulations.
o Develop monthly recreation program calendars that reflect and meets the needs of the facility resident population. Communicate facility programs to residents, staff, family and volunteers.
o Manage the facility's Volunteer Program.
o Maintain departmental documentation that reflects services provided and resident progress towards goals.
•Supervisory:
o Interview, hire, train, supervise, evaluate and discipline Recreation Services personnel. Set job assignments and set priorities.
o Orient new staff and participate in recruitment and selection. Keep employees informed of changes that affect them.
o Ensure universal precautions and infection control, isolation, fire, safety and sanitation practices and procedures are followed and promptly address any hazardous conditions.
o Maintain records, manage budget and supplies.
o Meet Company policies and state and federal regulations regarding recreation programs.
•Residents' Council:
o Assist the residents in the organization and continued development of a Resident's Council.
•Customer Service:
o Provide compassionate resident care services.
o Establish and maintain positive interactions with internal and external customers, including co-workers and direct reports.
o Promptly respond to call lights.
•Resident's Rights :o Knows Resident Rights. Helps the residents/residents exercise and/or protect their rights. o Reports resident/resident complaints to management. o Maintains confidentiality of resident/resident information. o Understand, comply with and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents' rights. o Support resident autonomy and choice. •HIPAA: o Follows and adheres to Facility's policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information. o Uses and/or discloses only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks. o Reports all suspected violation of company's HIPAA policies or procedures to Facility Privacy Designee. •Continuing Education: o Participate in facility/department in-services and quality improvement activities. o Attend continuing education programs. o Attend facility/department/staff meetings as required. •Safety: o Knows and follows all Company policies, regulations and requirements. o Demonstrate safe practices in regard to resident's comfort and safety by applying knowledge of proper body alignment for self and resident. o Practice and promote adherence to institutional safety codes. o Follows facility dress and hygiene policies. o Demonstrates proper use of equipment. Reports equipment needs or repairs. o Follows facility smoking policies. o Reports and documents any incidents or accidents of residents, staff or visitors to the appropriate facility personnel. o Reports all hazardous conditions/equipment to Supervisor. o Performs duties, which may include transportation of residents, as assigned in Facility Disaster Plan. o Uses required protective equipment. o Follows infection control standards, policies and procedures. Competencies
•Initiative
•Leadership
•Time Management
•Decision Making
•Communication Proficiency
•Organizational Skills
Management Responsibility This position manages, and is responsible for the performance management of, employees within the department.
Other Responsibilities
•Must adhere to Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy, including documentation and reporting responsibilities.
•Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned.
•Ability to understand and apply training from in-service education.
•This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
•This is a position in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holidays and working during inclement weather may be required.
Work Environment This job operates in a fast-paced nursing home environment. Also routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The responsibilities of this position involve significant physical activities including sitting (greater than 3 hours), standing, lifting (up to 20 pounds unassisted), bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and twisting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The ability to understand instructions, both oral and written. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. All employees of skilled nursing facilities may be required to provide lifting and transfer assistance to residents. Lifting and/or transferring some residents will require use of a lifting device and /or assistance of other staff.
Required Education and Experience
•Must be eligible for certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body; or have two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting; or is a qualified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant; or have completed a training course approved by the State.
•Must hold or acquire state required licenses and/or certifications.
•Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule.
•Ability to relate positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.
•Possess special interest in, and a positive attitude about, working with long-term care residents and the elderly.
•Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
•Must be able to maintain regular attendance.
•Meet all health requirements, as required by law.
•Demonstrate basic computer knowledge and ability, including e-mail, with an aptitude to learn company applications.
•Demonstrate understanding of State and Federal rules and regulations that govern the practices within the facility.
Preferred Education and Experience
•Experience in a fast-paced environment.
Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Southern Utah Veterans Home in Ivins, Utah is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Cook to join our outstanding team! $17.50 - $20.31 /hr. * Full Time- The Cook at Southern Utah Veterans Home is responsible for preparing and cooking meals in accordance with established recipes, dietary guidelines, and quality standards. This role ensures that all food is prepared safely, efficiently, and with attention to taste and presentation to provide a positive dining experience for our veterans and staff.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and cook meals according to menu specifications and dietary requirements.
* Ensure all food is prepared in a safe and sanitary manner following health and safety regulations.
* Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food preparation areas.
* Assist with inventory management, including receiving and storing food supplies.
* Collaborate with dietary staff to accommodate special dietary needs and preferences.
* Monitor food quality and portion sizes to minimize waste.
* Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
* Follow all Southern Utah Veterans Home policies and procedures.
Qualifications
* Previous experience as a cook or in a similar food preparation role preferred.
* Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
* Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
* Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Good communication skills.
* Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
Work Environment
This position is based at the Southern Utah Veterans Home located in Ivins, St. George, UT. The role involves working in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, and kitchen equipment. The Cook will interact regularly with dietary staff and other team members to ensure quality meal service.
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Avalon Health Care - Roosevelt/Vernal UT
Roosevelt, UT job
Avalon Health Care welcomes the Roosevelt/Vernal, UT team! Please click the button below to formally apply for your current position. The application will ask for your contact information. Once received, we will provide you with an offer letter with wage and position information. Our onboarding team will then work with you to finish the process and enroll in benefits to get you started with the Avalon team! We look forward to having you join us!
Director of Nursing DON
Payson, UT job
Mervyn Sharp Bennion Veterans Home is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse with great leadership skills to join our team as a Director of Nursing!
We built our culture around providing outstanding care to our patients. Our work demonstrates a reverence for life and a heart for healing. Our people make all the difference. Do you show up to work even when there are challenges to face? Are you motivated by helping people? Does striving for excellence in patient care excite you? Then look no further, Avalon Care Center - Federal Way could be the perfect place for you!
Full-time are eligible for:
401K
Medical, Dental & Vision
FSA & Dependent Care FSA
Life Insurance
AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance.
Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the above except 401k
Director of Nursing: Minimum pay - $115,000/year
**Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.**
Responsibilities The Director of Nursing is responsible to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall functions of the Nursing Services Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards governing long-term care facilities, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to the residents at all times. Assist in developing for each resident a preliminary and comprehensive assessment and written care plan that identifies the nursing and medical problems and/or needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished for each problem and/or need identified. Assist in preparing and planning the Nursing Services Department's budget for equipment, supplies and labor to submit to the Administrator. Participate in interviewing and screening residents for admission to the facility; inform personnel of new admissions, ensure rooms are ready, greet new admissions and escort to rooms. Ensure proper record keeping by physicians; report problem areas to the Director of Nursing Services and assist in developing and implementing corrective actions; and, provide direct nursing care as necessary. Qualifications
Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing and currently licensed by the State.
BSN preferred.
Must show ability to speak, read, and write in English, in a legible and understandable manner.
Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices and procedures and laws, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care.
Positive attitude toward the elderly.
Previous experience in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other health care facility. Three years Long Term Care experience is ideal.
Dietary Aide
Payson, UT job
Mervyn Sharp Bennion Veterans Home is seeking a dependable, enthusiastic, and dedicated Dietary Aide to join our outstanding team!
Shift:3pm-8:30pm
Come join our team! We offer great challenges, a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement!
Full-time are eligible for:
401K
Medical, Dental & Vision
FSA & Dependent Care FSA
Life Insurance
AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance.
Minimum pay . Maximum pay - .
Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the above except 401k
**Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.**
Responsibilities
Assist in washing and sanitizing dishes.
Assist in food preparation, serving, and maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in the kitchen and dining areas.
Check that plate and hot base lowerator is heated, steam table is properly heated.
Ensure that accurate serving portions and food items are on each tray before loading to the food cart.
Ensure that appropriate serving utensils are used; ensure that temperatures are within standards (all temperatures are logged and reviewed prior to tray-line).
During tray line, ensure that the trays are garnished, neatly arranged, silverware, cups, and dishes are clean and plate covers are dry.
After tray-line, check and record excess/shortage preparation, discuss with the supervisor.
Qualifications
Food Handler's permit/ServeSafe certification as per state requirements.
Must have the ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions in English.
Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families and to work cooperatively with other employees.
Must pass drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Regional Nurse Consultant
Salt Lake City, UT job
Avalon Health Care Management, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse for a Regional Nurse Consultant position! Travel required. Avalon is seeking an experience skilled nursing facility director of nursing who is ready to take the next step in their career as a regional nurse consultant or an experienced regional nurse consultant with a background working as a director or nursing in a skilled nursing facility. **Must have DON or Regional Nurse experience in Skilled Nursing** Starting at $130,000 /yr Full-time are eligible for:
401K
Medical, Dental & Vision
FSA & Dependent Care FSA
Life Insurance
AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance
Responsibilities The Regional Nurse Consultant will be responsible for the provision of expert advice and oversight to facility management personnel and line staff to ensure that systems are maintained to effectively and efficiently operate the facility in a manner to safely meet residents' needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements.
Resident Assessment/Care Plan Development
Delivery of Resident Care
Facility Support
Supervision
Customer Service
Residents' Rights
Resident Comfort and Safety
Pharmacy Knowledge
Lab Values
Infection Control
Continuing Education
Qualifications
Previous Director of Nursing and/or Nurse Consulting experience for a Skilled Nursing Facility is required.
Understanding of CMS regulations and experience with the survey process.
A current, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN)
Ability to travel to assignments.
Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development.
Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, and policies and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care.
Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.
Basic understanding of computer technology.
Proven written and oral communication skills.
Proven decision-making and analytical skills.
Able to relate positively, favorably and cooperatively with others, including employees, residents, family members, and personnel of outside agencies and organizations.
Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you believe this posting does not comply with WA law, send notice to
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Easy ApplyCertified Nursing Assistant -CNA
Saint George, UT job
Southern Utah Veterans Home, Ivins, Utah is now hiring dedicated CNAs! Are you driven to provide outstanding patient care? Do you thrive on the challenge of meeting patient care needs and demonstrating a reverence for life? If all the above questions are what you consider "Living the Dream" then we have your dream job here at Southern Utah Veterans Home.
$19.12 - $22.19
Shifts: Part Time and PRN shift available!
* Day and NOC Shifts Available
* NOC Shift Differential-$3/hour
* Great Patient ratios
* Serve those that have served us
Responsibilities
Ensure residents' comfort while assisting them in achieving their highest practicable level of functioning as follows:
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* Assist residents with their activities of daily living.
* Provide hygiene and oral care pursuant to plan of care.
* Assist residents with dressing and grooming according to their needs.
* Bathe residents with attention to privacy, respecting dignity and providing a safe environment.
* Take and record temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
* Maintain residents' rooms in neat, orderly and clutter-free manner.
Qualifications
* Must be at least 18 years old.
* Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the State. Must maintain a current certification in the state throughout employment.
* Must achieve 12 hours of in-service education annually as required by federal regulations (as well as meet state requirements, if exceeds federal).
* Must have ability to communicate effectively in English.
* Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors.
* Must be willing to assist others, including co-workers.
* Recent clinical experience or education is required.
Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Payson, UT job
Mervyn Sharp Bennion Veterans Home is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse LPN to join our outstanding team!
Pay: $30.00-$34.82
Schedule: NOC 6pm-6am
We are looking for individuals who embrace a reverence for life and a heart for healing. With enthusiasm and compassion, our Avalon family works with our patients and their families as well as with our communities to celebrate life every day! Avalon offers competitive pay with career growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement and career advancement courses. Some of our Nurse Managers started off as CNAs, then became LPNs, RNs, and even Directors!
Full-time are eligible for:
401K
Medical, Dental & Vision
FSA & Dependent Care FSA
Life Insurance
AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability
Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance.
Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the above except 401k
**Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.**
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician or other health care provider authorized by the state; the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the development, implementation and modification of the comprehensive plan of care for facility residents and will practice within the legal boundaries for practical nursing authorized by the state for the delivery of patient care and related services.
Qualifications
Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in practicing state.
Demonstrates understanding that state and Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility.
Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development.
Demonstrates working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.
Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software.
Must have ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
Must pass criminal background investigation, reference inquiry, and vaccine mandate attestation requirements of either having been vaccinated or present documentation needed for a medical or religious exemption.
Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.
Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Physical Therapist
Blanding, UT job
Brighten Life Home Health is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to join our amazing team in Blanding! At Brighten Life Home Health, we are committed to making life better for those in our community who need care and support. Through our home health services, we strive to make a difference every day for every individual and family we serve.
The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing quality Physical Therapy services to patients and contract facilities. This includes treatment, provision of education, appropriate documentation, and patient/family communication for the purpose of assisting the patients achieve optimal functional level and quality of life in an interdisciplinary rehabilitation setting. The Physical Therapist Assistant reports directly to the supervising licensed therapist and the Director of Rehabilitation.
Come join our team! We offer a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement!
Responsibilities
* Participate in screening individuals in compliance with policy and procedure.
* Ensure plan of treatment is developed and initiated by the attending physical therapist.
* Obtain and communicate the appropriate data necessary for the attending physical therapist to engage in treatment planning and the development of appropriate goals.
* Maintain documentation according to Brighton's policy and procedure for content and timeliness.
* Respond pro-actively to the needs of the assigned facilities/entities.
Qualifications
* Must be a graduate of an approved physical therapy assistant program.
* Must demonstrate professional competency as a general practitioner of Physical Therapy related to the duties appropriate for an assistant level therapist.
* Must hold appropriate certification and license as a Physical Therapist.
Housekeeping
Saint George, UT job
Southern Utah Veterans Home in Ivins, Utah is seeking a detail-oriented Housekeeper to join our amazing team! The housekeeper serves residents by maintaining a clean, sanitary, and attractive community in accordance with all laws, regulations and company standards.
$15.50 - $17.00 /hr.
Part Time
Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.
Come join our team! We offer a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement!
Responsibilities
* Clean (including vacuuming, wiping, mopping, polishing, etc.) rooms, offices, and common areas; polish and straighten items; ensure residents' rooms are safe, comfortable, and maintained in an attractive manner and residents' personal items are safeguarded.
* Clean up spills, soiled areas, and other conditions as observed or directed.
* Ensure equipment and work areas are safe; that procedures regarding cleaners or hazardous materials or objects are strictly adhered to.
* Ensure equipment and supplies are properly stored.
* Ensure Universal precautions and infection control, isolation, fire, safety and sanitation practices and procedures are followed; and promptly report any hazardous conditions and equipment.
Qualifications
* Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
* Prior housekeeping experience in health care or hospitality setting preferred.
* Must demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitality.
* Must demonstrate trustworthiness and dependability.
* Must work efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision.
* Must demonstrate effective communication skills.
* Must be organized with attention for detail.
Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
HR/Billing/Care Coordinator
Salt Lake City, UT job
Brighten Life Home Health is looking for a Care Coordinator to join our team for Home Health and Hospice in Salt Lake City. Part Time $24.00 - $27.00 At Brighten Life Home Health we are committed to making life better for the brave men and women who have risked so much to protect our freedom and country. Through our home health services, we strive to make a difference every day for every veteran we serve.
Must have Home Health and Hospice Experience
The Care Coordinator is responsible for providing office support services, maintaining effective working relations among client care support staff, and ensuring the timely and accurate dissemination of both internal and external client care documents and information. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, be able to prioritize tasks, and handle pressure and delicate situations. Hospice experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
* Serve as a liaison to team members regarding client records, tiger connect, and other needs
* Retrieves mail and sorts and distributes appropriately
* Enters client information into electronic medical record (EMR), verify insurance, scan and attach documents, and prints reports as requested
* Oversee distribution of appropriate client/family information/records to home health staff
* Tracks orders weekly for compliance and hand delivers when appropriate. Verify orders are being sent to the correct doctor and fax number
* Obtain and manage authorization from insurance providers
* Assists with billing invoices, errors, and final billing. Verification of visits, assuring accuracy of time and dates. Provide timely communication to the Central Billing to continue collection pursuit on outstanding claims, concerns, or errors needing correction
* Provide a positive relationship with the Central Billing Office, Patient/Patient Families and Insurance Providers
* Completes scheduling daily M-F and notifies patients, staff, and clinicians as indicated
* Prepare new admission paperwork, track paperwork, and assure compliance
* Process invoices for AP, assure they are accurate and complete before sending for payment
* Duties assigned by Administrator/Clinical Director
* Responsible for overseeing all functions of the business office. In conjunction with the Admission Coordinator, maintains proper statistical information indicating the admission(s) and discharge(s) of residents on a daily basis. Receives and files approvals of admission
* Performs duties to facilitate and manage personnel records
* Answer phone calls, greet visitors and assist them as needed by answering questions or getting them in touch with the person(s) who can
* Provide compassionate patient care services
* Establish and maintain positive interactions with internal and external customers, including co-workers and direct reports
* Reports patient and staff complaints to management
* Maintains confidentiality of patient information
* Follows and adheres to company's policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information
* Uses and/or discloses only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks
* Participate in-services and quality improvement activities
* Attend continuing education programs if applicable
* Attend staff meetings as required
* Knows and follows all Company policies, regulations and requirements
* Follows company dress and hygiene policies
* Demonstrates proper use of equipment. Reports equipment needs or repairs
* Follows company's smoking policies
* Reports and documents any incidents or accidents of patients, staff or visitors to management
* Reports all hazardous conditions/equipment to Supervisor
* Follows infection control standards, policies and procedures
Qualifications
* Office management experience preferred
* Computer skills required
* Demonstrates excellence in both written and verbal communication skills
* Demonstrates tact and diplomacy in facilitation of relationships with staff and the public
* Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks and handle pressure and delicate situations
* Hospice experience preferred
Recreation Director
Salt Lake City, UT job
Summary/Objective: Ensure the development, organization and coordination of facility and community resources to provide comprehensive Therapeutic Recreation Services and programs that fulfill the basic psychological, physical, social, cultural, emotional, spiritual and recreational needs and interests of each resident.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Recreation Services:
o Interview and assess all residents prior to the initial Care Plan Conference; document this information in the medical record, develop an individual recreation plan based on the assessment and participate in Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings.
o Update assessments and plans as needed and as required by state/federal regulations.
o Develop monthly recreation program calendars that reflect and meets the needs of the facility resident population. Communicate facility programs to residents, staff, family and volunteers.
o Manage the facility's Volunteer Program.
o Maintain departmental documentation that reflects services provided and resident progress towards goals.
* Supervisory:
o Interview, hire, train, supervise, evaluate and discipline Recreation Services personnel. Set job assignments and set priorities.
o Orient new staff and participate in recruitment and selection. Keep employees informed of changes that affect them.
o Ensure universal precautions and infection control, isolation, fire, safety and sanitation practices and procedures are followed and promptly address any hazardous conditions.
o Maintain records, manage budget and supplies.
o Meet Company policies and state and federal regulations regarding recreation programs.
* Residents' Council:
o Assist the residents in the organization and continued development of a Resident's Council.
* Customer Service:
o Provide compassionate resident care services.
o Establish and maintain positive interactions with internal and external customers, including co-workers and direct reports.
o Promptly respond to call lights.
* Resident's Rights
:o Knows Resident Rights. Helps the residents/residents exercise and/or protect their rights.
o Reports resident/resident complaints to management.
o Maintains confidentiality of resident/resident information.
o Understand, comply with and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents' rights.
o Support resident autonomy and choice.
* HIPAA:
o Follows and adheres to Facility's policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information.
o Uses and/or discloses only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks.
o Reports all suspected violation of company's HIPAA policies or procedures to Facility Privacy Designee.
* Continuing Education:
o Participate in facility/department in-services and quality improvement activities.
o Attend continuing education programs.
o Attend facility/department/staff meetings as required.
* Safety:
o Knows and follows all Company policies, regulations and requirements.
o Demonstrate safe practices in regard to resident's comfort and safety by applying knowledge of proper body alignment for self and resident.
o Practice and promote adherence to institutional safety codes.
o Follows facility dress and hygiene policies.
o Demonstrates proper use of equipment. Reports equipment needs or repairs.
o Follows facility smoking policies.
o Reports and documents any incidents or accidents of residents, staff or visitors to the appropriate facility personnel.
o Reports all hazardous conditions/equipment to Supervisor.
o Performs duties, which may include transportation of residents, as assigned in Facility Disaster Plan.
o Uses required protective equipment.
o Follows infection control standards, policies and procedures.
Competencies
* Initiative
* Leadership
* Time Management
* Decision Making
* Communication Proficiency
* Organizational Skills
Management Responsibility
This position manages, and is responsible for the performance management of, employees within the department.
Other Responsibilities
* Must adhere to Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy, including documentation and reporting responsibilities.
* Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned.
* Ability to understand and apply training from in-service education.
* This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
* This is a position in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holidays and working during inclement weather may be required.
Work Environment
This job operates in a fast-paced nursing home environment. Also routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The responsibilities of this position involve significant physical activities including sitting (greater than 3 hours), standing, lifting (up to 20 pounds unassisted), bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and twisting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The ability to understand instructions, both oral and written. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. All employees of skilled nursing facilities may be required to provide lifting and transfer assistance to residents. Lifting and/or transferring some residents will require use of a lifting device and /or assistance of other staff.
Required Education and Experience
* Must be eligible for certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body; or have two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting; or is a qualified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant; or have completed a training course approved by the State.
* Must hold or acquire state required licenses and/or certifications.
* Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule.
* Ability to relate positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.
* Possess special interest in, and a positive attitude about, working with long-term care residents and the elderly.
* Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
* Must be able to maintain regular attendance.
* Meet all health requirements, as required by law.
* Demonstrate basic computer knowledge and ability, including e-mail, with an aptitude to learn company applications.
* Demonstrate understanding of State and Federal rules and regulations that govern the practices within the facility.
Preferred Education and Experience
* Experience in a fast-paced environment.
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Brighten Life Home Health and Hospice in Blanding is hiring a Chaplain to jour our team! The Chaplain is responsible for providing spiritual care services to patients and families/caregivers of Brighten Life Hospice LLC, either directly or through coordination of care with other spiritual counselors.
$35.00 /hr
PRN
Responsibilities
* Assure spiritual assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program and appropriate services are rendered in a timely manner.
* Facilitate the development of the individualized plan of care by participating in the comprehensive assessment to meet identified spiritual needs.
* Provide direct spiritual care to patients and families/caregivers.
* Serve as a liaison and support to community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
* Maintain records of spiritual care services utilization and related activities for quality assurance, program development, and policies and procedures review and revision.
* Document direct services and ongoing communication with community chaplains and spiritual counselors.
* Attend patient care conference and interdisciplinary group meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary group.
* Provide consultation, education, and support to the interdisciplinary group on spiritual care.
* Recruit community chaplains, spiritual counselors, and spiritual care volunteers adequate to meet patient and family/caregiver needs by developing community contacts and offering education through congregations about hospice care.
* Provide for funeral or memorial services for patients as requested.
Qualifications
* One year experience in a Health Care setting.
* Have a bachelor's degree in a related field.
* Must have experience working with death and dying, individuals/family/caregiver.
* Hospice experience preferred.
* Must possess the ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary group.
* Must demonstrate comfort in an interfaith setting.
* Must possess the ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.
* Must possess the ability to network with the community, clergy, and congregations.
* Must demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.
Registered Nurse RN
Salt Lake City, UT job
Brighten Life Home Health is hiring a part time time Registered Nurse RN in Salt Lake City!
At Brighten Life Home Health, we are committed to making life better for those in our community who need care and support. Through our home health services, we strive to make a difference every day for every individual and family we serve.
$38.00 - $42.00/hr
Full Tiime
Apply today for a fulfilling and worthwhile career with Brighton Home Health!
Responsibilities to include: admissions, catheter changes, medication needs, falls, urgent needs that need to be addressed and documenting all care performed in accordance with the plan of care.
Responsibilities
Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs. Including a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
Regularly re-evaluates patient nursing needs.
Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.
Identifies discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implements prior to discharge of the patient.
Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy.
Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services.
Instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care provided every two (2) weeks
Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when needed and every 60 days.
Communicates with the physician regarding the patient's needs and reports any changes in the patient's condition; obtains/receives physician's orders as required.
Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.
Qualifications
Must be a Registered Nurse in good standing with the State of Utah. Maintains a current license throughout employment.
Home Health Experience Preferred.
Physically able to lift, turn, position and transfer patients.
Have reliable means of transportation, current auto insurance and driver's license.
Demonstrates working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
Certified Nurse Assistant - CNA
Ogden, UT job
George E. Wahlen Ogden Veterans Home is now hiring dedicated CNA's for Evenings.
Avalon offers great pay with career growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement and career advancement courses.
Develop lasting relationships with your patients and the staff in our building. The valuable work we do makes a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.
Apply today for a fulfilling and worthwhile career with Avalon!
Responsibilities
Ensure residents' comfort while assisting them in achieving their highest practicable level of functioning as follows:
Assist residents with their activities of daily living.
Provide hygiene and oral care pursuant to plan of care.
Assist residents with dressing and grooming according to their needs.
Bathe residents with attention to privacy, respecting dignity and providing a safe environment.
Take and record temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
Maintain residents' rooms in neat, orderly and clutter-free manner.
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in good standing with the State. Must maintain a current certification in the state throughout employment.
Must achieve 12 hours of in service education annually as required by federal regulations (as well as meet state requirements, if exceeds federal).
Must have ability to communicate effectively in English.
Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors.
Must be willing to assist others, including co-workers.
Recent clinical experience or education is required.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Payson, UT job
Mervyn Sharp Bennion Veterans Home is looking for Registered Nurse Supervisor to join our team! Shift: Noc 6pm-6am Pay: $37.00-$42.87 Come join our amazing team and use your nursing skills to serve others in our fantastic facility. We offer great pay with career growth opportunities. Develop lasting relationships with your patients and the staff in our building. The valuable work we do makes a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.
Some of our amazing benefits including:
Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, AND Pet insurance.
All shifts are available, if you prefer days, nights, evenings, weekends, P/T, F/T, or On-call, we have it all.
Tuition Assistance available
We offer career advancement courses
Starting wage is based on years of experience
Two weeks of PTO
401K
Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse Supervisor is responsible for the independent supervision of the delivery of care to a group of residents in a nursing unit, including assessing resident needs, development of individual care plans, administering nursing care, evaluating nursing care, and supervising Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and other personnel in the delivery of nursing care.
Qualifications
A current, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in State of practice.
Demonstrate RN clinical assessment skills at the level necessary to meet the job requirements.
Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work with an interdisciplinary care team.
Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care.
Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Proven decision making and analytical skills.
Able to relate positively, favorably and cooperatively with others, including employees, residents, family members, and personnel of outside agencies and organizations.
Positive attitude toward the elderly.
At least one year of experience in Long Term Care is preferred.
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