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  • TMG Manager of Coding and Provider Documentation - TMG Billing (Days)

    Tanner Health System 4.4company rating

    Tanner Health System job in Carrollton, GA

    The Manager holds a key leadership role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of provider coding and documentation practices. This position is responsible for directing all aspects of provider coding operations and clinical documentation improvement initiatives to support accurate reimbursement and maintain data integrity across the organization. The Manager leads a team of certified coders and charge coordinators, partnering closely with providers, compliance, and revenue cycle teams to enhance documentation quality, strengthen coding accuracy, and drive continuous improvement in clinical and financial performance. Required Knowledge & Skills Education: Associate Degree or 2 years of college coursework Experience: Five years of related experience. Requires broad knowledge of complex systems and procedures. Licenses and Certifications *CERTIFIED CODING SPECIALIST Qualifications *Associate or bachelor's degree. RN preferred. *Five years of relevant health care management experience with a minimum of one of the following credentials: CCS or CPC. *Minimum of five years medical business office experience. *Minimum two years relevant coding experience with CPT-4 and ICD-10 coding. *Requires an excellent understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and disease processes. *Experience with direct physician interaction required. *Knowledge of and experience with Finance systems and applications required. *Possesses PC skills, both keyboarding and applications
    $59k-121k yearly est. 1d ago
  • EEG Technician - Sleep Lab (Days)

    Tanner Health System 4.4company rating

    Tanner Health System job in Carrollton, GA

    The electroencephalographic (EEG) technician uses diagnostic testing procedures with an electroencephalograph machine to measure the electrical activity of the brain, spinal cord, the peripheral nerves, or the somatosensory systems. Required Knowledge & Skills Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: One year of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures. Licenses and Certifications *HEALTHCARE PROVIDER (CPR) Qualifications *1 year certificate from a program accredited by the American Society of Electro-neurodiagnostic technologists preferred by not required.
    $29k-56k yearly est. 1d ago
  • FT Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist- FT Days -Hybrid-

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Remote or Austell, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) This Role is M-F 830-5pm. Hybrid Sign on Bonus and Relocation for eligible candidates. Interview virtually this week! Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in Radiation Therapy, can include residency experience. Required Graduated and passed boards. All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. MEDPHYS - Medical Physicist ABR within 120 Days Wellstar Cobb in Austell, Georgia is seeking a FT Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist. The Radiation Oncology Medical Physicist is under the direct supervision of the Chief Physicist, the Physicist ensures the quality of care in the use of radiation producing sources and imaging equipment. The physicist also assists in matters of protection of patients and staff from radiation in the Department of Radiation Oncology. Responsible for overall functioning of radiation therapy equipment, radiation safety considerations and operational aspects of the WellStar Radiation Oncology facilities. Calibrates all radiation therapy equipment, conducts routine quality control procedures on all radiation treatment devices. Helps in planning of radiation treatments. Recommends radiation safety procedures to areas using radiation. Educates personnel in radiation protection practices. Shares responsibility for brachytherapy source inventories, surveys, leak tests. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Daily duties * Work with other physics staff and assist in the general medical physics duties pertaining to operating a radiation therapy facility. * Ensures that every treatment plan is checked and/or IMRT QA performed before the first fraction. * Provides quality assurance of patient treatment through weekly checking of patients charts and attending General chart rounds. * Performs routine or specialized dosimetry to check the treatment plan parameters. * Performs spot checks and reviews all technical and scientific data generated from simulation through treatment in order to ensure accuracy and precision of patients treatment plan. * Designs and fabricates special ancillary equipment, immobilization devices, compensating filters, molds and blocking devices. * Performs chart checks for any mathematical errors or prescription changes that may have occurred throughout the course of treatment. * Provides consultation to assure accurate radiation dose delivery. * Verifies proper operation and safety of all machines and sources producing radiation in accordance with established guidelines and protocols. * Upholds, maintains and establishes adequate protocols to ensure accurate patient dosimetry. * Follows all radiation safety standards and regulatory requirements. Maintain safe environment for patients, personnel and visitors. * Ensures proper documentation is recorded and maintained. * Participates in all ongoing protocol studies with respect to gathering correct data and documentation of materials. * Assists RSO with the Radiation Safety Program * Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department by performing other duties as assigned by the Radiation Oncology Manager. QA * Performs routine checks on the radiation therapy equipment in accordance with the guidelines provided by AAPM. * Performs VMAT/IMRT QA on all IMRT/VMAT plans. * Performs daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly checks on all radiation delivery machines. * Assists the Chief Physicist during Annual machine QAs. * Performs machine QA after a component changes. * Works with the field service engineer to ensure that the machine is in compliance after service events. Staff training and education * Educates staff and physicians on radiation safety procedures. * Educates personnel on care for brachytherapy patients. * Keeps up with continuing education credits required to maintain the certification. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Master's Degree Ph.D Degree required with at least five years of direct experience in the field. Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. MEDPHYS - Medical Physicist ABR within 120 Days Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in Radiation Therapy, can include residency experience. Required Required Minimum Skills: Must be familiar with a variety of the fields concepts, practices, and procedures and be able to rely on extensive experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Must have ability to be self-motivated and self-directed in daily/routine tasks. The individual must be able to communicate and understand the verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude (see WellStar Standards of Gold). Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $147k-240k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Inpatient Pharmacy, Manager (Columbia County)

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Grovetown, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary: The Clinical Pharmacy Manager shall identify, develop, implement and monitor clinical pharmacy programs for his/her respective WellStar Hospital. They will supervise the pharmacy clinical pharmacists, PGY-1 residents, and clinical dietitians in matters pertaining to clinical pharmacy practice. The Clinical Pharmacy Manager will assist to coordinate the clinical pharmacy activities/reports/programs for the WHS Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee; develop clinical strategies to improve therapy outcomes while reducing costs; develop and implement educational/instructional programs to train pharmacy personnel in contemporary clinical pharmacy practice; and provide training and educational opportunities to enhance the clinical knowledge of pharmacy personnel. The Clinical Pharmacy Manager will comply with the policies and procedures established by the WHS, federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy, and the rules and standards established by the regulatory agencies (e.g., TJC, Medicare, etc) involved in provision of health care. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Clinical Pharmacy Management * Coordinate and supervise the clinical pharmacy program for his/her respective WellStar Hospital. * Responsible for the day to day clinical pharmacy operations. * Develop and implement new clinical pharmacy programs to enhance patient care. * Develop and implement a program to train/educate pharmacists in clinical pharmacy practice including, but not limited to, nutritional support, anticoagulation management, and pharmacokinetic dosing (aminoglycosides, vancomycin, renal dosing of medications primarily eliminated via the kidneys, etc.). * Supplement clinical functions during clinical pharmacist vacations, vacancies, increased patient load, etc. * Counsels or take disciplinary action as necessary when clinical pharmacy personnel violate established policies, procedures, rule, regulation or accepted standards. * Interview, hire and train clinical pharmacists and clinical dietitians as required within the Pharmacy Department. * Interface directly or through designated clinical pharmacist representatives with the Medical Staff on selected topics involving the WellStar Health System Pharmacy Department, e.g., Cardiology, Oncology, Nephrology, Pulmonology, Anesthesiology, Antimicrobial Stewardship, etc. * Provide or delegate responsibility for inservice education for pharmacy personnel, nursing and ancillary services as needed. * Assist or assign personnel to determining/reviewing adverse drug events (ADEs), including adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and Medication Errors. * Assist in preparing recommended therapeutic interchanges for use in the WellStar Health System during medication shortages. * Coordinate the clinical portion of the WellStar Health System Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, including: developing and editing drug monographs, MUE data collection and summaries, clinical pharmacy guidelines/protocols, proposed therapeutic interchanges, documents involving clinical pharmacy practice for the WellStar Health System Assists DOP * Assist in developing clinical rules for the computer system purchased/adopted by the Pharmacy Department (may include clinical rules for CPOE software) * Review/assess software for use in the clinical pharmacy program for the WellStar Health System * Attend meetings with pharmaceutical representatives to discuss appropriate product use. * Ensure that the pharmacy is in clinical compliance with federal, state and local regulatory requirements. * Adhere to and enforce the rules and regulations established by the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy. * Assist the DOP in writing and implementing department and system policies and procedures pertaining to clinical pharmacy practice. * Develop and administer a pharmacotherapeutic strategic plan to reduce costs and provide quality care. * Monitor expenses to identify deficiencies or excesses. * Assist the DOP in preparing the annual operating and capital budgets. * Educate facility clinical staff on appropriate utilization of medications. * Assume responsibility and work independently on special projects as assigned by the DOP or WellStar Senior Management. Communicate issues and concerns, both internal and external, to the DOP Clinical Pharmacy Services * Assume other responsibilities as required to maintain high quality clinical pharmacy services. * Establishes work schedules to provide sufficient clinical personnel to meet the needs of the facility (as approved by WellStars senior management and board through the budgetary process). * Perform annual evaluations/appraisals for clinical pharmacists, PGY-1 residents and clinical dietitians. * Conduct and document regularly scheduled clinical staff meetings. * Represent the Pharmacy Department on WellStar Health System Committees, e.g., Medication Use, Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, Represent the Pharmacy Department on his/her respective WellStar Hospital Committees, Medication Performance Improvement, Infection Prevention Performance Improvement, Service Line Cabinets Required Minimum Education: Bachelors Pharmacy or Doctorate Pharmacy-Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. RPH - Reg Pharmacist Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Oriented and knowledgeable in the specialized functions of a hospital pharmacy Required and Worked a minimum of three (3) years in a hospital pharmacy Required and Worked in a supervisory capacity in a hospital pharmacy for a minimum of one (1) year or in a clinical or community setting for a period of two (2) years. Required and Knowledgeable of hospital financial systems (general ledger, P&L statements, budgetary process, billing programs, etc) preferable. Preferred and Knowledgeable in the use of automated dispensing system preferable Required and Knowledgeable of computerized hospital pharmacy systems preferable Required Required Minimum Skills: Demonstrated leadership qualities. Ability to supervise both professional and non-professional employees. Demonstrated ability to work with other Hospital Departments and Department Managers. Ability to converse and work with Medical Staff. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Strong customer service attitude. Ability to think/act independently as required by situation Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $68k-127k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Emergency Department Assistant Nurse Manager, Nights (Columbia County)

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Grovetown, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Evening (United States of America) Job Summary: The assistant nurse manager is a registered professional nurse who provides support and works in conjunction with the nurse manager of a specific unit(s) or service. He/she is viewed as aspiring to be a nurse manager and through this role to learn additional knowledge and skills through experience and mentoring by the nurse manager and the hospital/system. The assistant nurse manager must possess very good skills in communication and teamwork and serve as a mentor for others while learning the responsibilities of his/her role. Together with the nurse manager, the assistant nurse manager uses his/her knowledge and skills to promote the creation of a center of excellence for staff recruitment and retention and clinical and business outcomes. The assistant nurse manager upholds the nurse manager's direction and actively leads staff in the performance of their daily activities and participates in their performance reviews, as well as coaching and counseling as appropriate. In collaboration with the nurse manager, holds staff accountable for the delivery of care and services through effective communication, observation, and the management and measurement of specific interventions/practices and their associated outcomes. This key leader plays a significant role in assisting the nurse manager in achieving clinical and financial goals along with management of human/material resources as delegated. He/she also plays a pivotal role in staff recruitment, mentoring and retention. He/She models the way to foster teamwork and collaboration with physicians, staff, patients and other departments. Role specific competencies, responsibilities, roles and functions are based on Professional Practice Model, 5 Star Nursing. It is expected that all RN Assistant Nurse Managers are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Resources and Support * Engages staff in decision making via shared governance processes and partners with others to promote patient centered care and service excellence. Supports the nurse manager as his/her designee and provides evolving leadership and management skills for a specific business/clinical unit(s) * Represents the organization positively to the community, building credibility and is a member of ones professional organization * Serves to support the charge nurse and other nurse leaders on the unit to promote the effective running of the care delivery system and ensures that the clinical processes of care are working as intended serves as a resource for all staff and accepts additional responsibilities in the nurse managers absence. * Assists with budget development and supports monitoring and meeting fiscal outcomes for the work unit. Self-directed in learning how to apply lean and other quality skills to reduce waste and improve performance of operations and clinical systems of care. Interdisciplinary Teamwork and Collaboration * Effectively communicates to diverse workforce and enjoys mentoring others while learning the necessary skills for progressive responsibilities in nursing management. Works in collaboration with the nurse manager to hold all staff at point of care accountable for performance standards * Creates opportunities for self and staff to grow and implements a healthy, safe, desirable work place that ensure for the retention and recruitment of qualified staff now and in the future. Exemplary Practice and Outcomes * Promote staff competency in clinical care delivery * Holds self and staff to the highest professional and ethical standards, ensuring corporate compliance standards, clinical competency, etc. are met. Is an active member of ones professional community and serves as a role model for professional nursing practice and nursing leadership * Successfully works with nurse managers to employ change management strategies and instills in self and others the curiosity to explore new knowledge and ideas Professional Development * Represents the organization positively to the community, building credibility and as a member of ones professional organization. * Seeks opportunities to advance knowledge and skills through formal and informal educational offerings to enhance understanding of how health care is financed and how to manage a diverse nursing workforce Evidence Based Practice and Research * Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products. * Effectively identifies areas of performance improvement of staff and clinical systems. Supports nurse leader projects to improve the same - includes assuring service meets or exceed licensure, regulatory and accreditation standards * Advances managerial skills to effectively use data and evidence to support decision making for clinical and operational responsibilities and demonstrates awareness of legal and ethical issues related to patient and staff data, information and confidentiality Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Bachelors Nursing or Masters Nursing Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s): National certification in nursing administration Upon Hire Preferred Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 3 years of clinical experience Required Required Minimum Skills: Should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and relationship building; desires to see progressive nursing management roles and enjoys/seeks opportunities to coach and mentor others. Seeks to learn and demonstrate progressive skills in the business of managing a patient care unit or service by obtaining the commitment and productivity of nursing staff. Must be a continuous learner who seeks to better understands health care financing; strategy and operations for running a business unit(s); and effectively employ data and technology to support work processes and make decisions. Supports shared governance or shared decision making; manage the design and delivery of care that in based on evidence and focused on quality and safety. Demonstrates interest and aptitude to achieve knowledge of risk management and various accreditation/regulations/licensing requirements. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $80k-102k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Clinical Outcomes Manager (Columbia County)

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Grovetown, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary: The Clinical Outcomes Manager (COM) is an advanced degree nurse with expert knowledge and clinical skills, instrumental in driving safe, high-quality care. Partnering with nursing executives, department, and physician leaders, the COM champions unit- and system-level improvements. This self-directed leader effectively leverages quality metrics to ensure efficient, evidence-based care, fostering positive change across the organization and patient populations. The COM also integrates evidence-based practices into daily nursing routines, empowering staff to deliver optimal care through continuous learning, data utilization, and collaborative advocacy, ultimately ensuring measurable improvements in nursing practice and patient outcomes. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: 1. Quality Improvement: Leads continuous quality improvement for registered nurses, identifying improvement areas, planning and implementing changes, and evaluating outcomes. Analyzes and reports quality data to healthcare teams and leadership, providing actionable insights to close quality gaps and enhance patient care. Monitors performance metrics, communicating results and constructively challenging established processes to drive performance improvement. Applies quality improvement methodologies to evaluate failures and patient safety practices, utilizing national benchmarks to pinpoint improvement opportunities. Champions and leads unit- and organization-level quality improvement initiatives, ensuring measurable improvements in outcomes. Ensures compliance with quality standards, developing performance improvement programs and assisting with accreditation readiness through active participation in committees and workgroups. 2. Patient Care Expertise: Applies expert knowledge to patient cases. Evaluates patient care data to ensure that care is provided in accordance with clinical guidelines and organizational standards. Plans and coordinates care to improve patient satisfaction, improve staff engagement and satisfaction, improve patient outcomes, and be proactive in avoidance of hospital acquired conditions such as CLABSI, CAUTI, HAPI, VAP, and injury from falls or other events. Performs review of patient care as defined by performance measures and standards of practice. Assists registered nurses in applying expert concepts and managing challenging patient situations. Provides consultation to registered nurses and other clinical staff on care delivery options to achieve quality care. Assumes a leadership role in interdisciplinary care planning. 3. Staff Professional Development: Drives staff professional growth by collaborating with nursing leadership on quality-specific training and actively assessing competence and education needs. Guides the nursing care team through mentorship and coaching in continuous quality improvement principles and QI tool application. 4. Personal and Professional Growth: Applies strong clinical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Develops and maintains robust interdisciplinary relationships across the healthcare system. Stays current with accreditation, regulatory requirements, standards, research literature, and industry best practices. Actively pursues professional development through self-managed training, professional organizations, and specialty certification. 5. Research and Innovation: Translates research findings and evidence into clinical practice, identifying system facilitators and barriers to adoption. Integrates evidence-based practice and quality improvement principles into all patient care. Fosters a culture of clinical inquiry and continuously identifies clinical innovations, including cutting-edge equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Contributes to the development and revision of nursing policies, practices, and the evaluation of new products. Leads or participates in relevant research projects, disseminating knowledge internally and externally through presentations, publications, and professional forums. 6. Leadership: Directs, collaborates, and coordinates quality patient care, driving improved outcomes. Engages in collaborative leadership to advance quality improvement initiatives, optimize resources, and ensure patient-centered, evidence-based care. Fosters professional growth by encouraging and mentoring staff in pursuing certification and participating in departmental and organizational activities. Cultivates an environment where professional growth, accountability, and interdisciplinary collaboration thrive. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Masters Nursing or Masters Business Administration/Management Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact Additional License(s) and Certification(s): For candidates who are Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) such as: Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Practitioners, or Nurse Midwife, board certification is required Upon Hire Required Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in nursing. Required and Minimum 5 years experience in nursing position with a focus on improving patient outcomes, quality, or process/performance improvement Preferred and Required Minimum Skills: Strong clinical, interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent presentation skills, influencing and relationship building skills. Previous leadership experience in a similar setting preferred Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $32k-49k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Registered Mammographer

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Marietta, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Click Here to Visit the East Cobb Health Park WebsiteRESPONSIBILITIES Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. Assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. Must maintain minimum FDA/MQSA requirements for continuing education, experience and equipment. Patient Care Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions. Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and right and left marker are utilized appropriately. Reviews radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients. Responds to emergency situations. Uses critical thinking skills. Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders. Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed. Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates as the result of misjudgment. Verifies two unique patient identifiers per policy and verifies proper clinician order prior to performing a procedure. Ensures patient's privacy and comfort is accommodated. Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients. Understands, demonstrates and documents Pre-Procedure Verification and Time-Out process when appropriate, if applicable. Demonstrates and understands pre-and-post procedural care, if applicable. Demonstrates and understands sterile technique, if applicable. Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames. Follows physicians instructions when assisting with procedures and exams. Practices RBAC (Read Back and Confirm) when taking verbal orders. Equipment Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique so that patient receives the best study possible and that image quality is maintained. Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider, so that problem can be corrected in a timely manner. Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule. Ability to properly operate all radiographic equipment in a safe and competent manner. Assuring that equipment is not abused and is left in good working order. Education and Communication Patiently and clearly explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting of procedure, to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation using AIDET; Acknowledge, Introduce, Discuss, Explain, and Thank you of all patients and family members. Ensures that patient's questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed, notifying physician when this cannot be accomplished, prior to the initiation of the procedure. Participates in the orientation and training of departmental employees. Provides patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures. Required documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology. Reads email each day scheduled to work and follows through with assignment. Completes mandatory departmental and Hospital-wide education without prompting. Quality Control Produces acceptable images, as evidenced by maintaining a first-time acceptance rate of 95 percent. Ensures that equipment is fully operational prior to each use, by checking for proper calibration and operating deficiencies. Completes all studies in RIS, images are oriented, marked, labeled, and noted correctly prior to sending all studies to PACS; prints CDs as necessary. When submitting procedures for interpretation comparative studies are digitized if necessary and the preliminary sheet is filled out in its entirety, if applicable. Maintain all documentation so that the facility meets ACR Accreditation standards. Technologist is knowledgeable in completing and documenting the following ACR/MQSA QC test: Phantom, Visual checklist, Repeat analysis, Compression-pressure, compression thickness, flat filed test, calibration, Dicom printer test. Operations Restocks linens and supplies, and maintains Mammography Department in clean and orderly condition. Transports patients, positions patients, and helps them on and off procedure table. Performs patient charging activities on the day the service is rendered. Applies shielding. Prepares and maintains patient follow-up data. Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request as needed and routinely as time is available, without prompting, so that all working time is used for departmental advantage. Performs routine duties of clerical and support personnel in accordance with procedure when warranted to ensure continuity and quality of services. Keeps supervisor informed on all responsibilities on an ongoing basis, ensuring prompt notification in the event of problems or potential problems. Maintains an individual productivity rate equal to other co-workers. Familiar with Mammography Tracking System. Maintains Joint Commission standards and any other regulatory agency standards Familiar with FDA/MQSA EQUIP program Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. QUALIFICATIONSRequired Minimum Education: Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology ARRT registered Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. ARRT Mammography ARRT Radiography Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 1 year experience as a Rad Tech Required Less than 1 year experience in Mammography Preferred Required Minimum Skills: Must exhibit excellent communication skills because this position requires frequent verbal and written communications with: physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff. The employee obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities on a routine basis. Candidate must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill, and obtain cooperation with all contacts. Must possess the ability to function independently and under pressure while still actively participating in a team environment. Position requires the employee to exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times. Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast paced work environment. Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately. Must be detail oriented and have the capacity to effectively multitask throughout the work shift. Must have excellent communication skills and the capacity to interact professionally with a variety of customers, including but not limited to patients, families, co-workers, volunteers, and physicians throughout the work shift. Must possess the ability to function independently, yet productively as a cooperative team member with various work teams associated with the position. Must be compliant, with a willingness to follow all Hospital policies as well as the established practices, protocols and procedures of the position, department and applicable professional standards Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $35k-60k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Orthopedic APP

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Grovetown, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Wellstar Health Systems - New Hospital in Columbia County, GA About Wellstar Health Systems: Wellstar Health Systems is a nationally recognized healthcare leader dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care across Georgia. We are proud to announce the opening of our brand-new hospital in Columbia County, offering advanced orthopedic services to meet the needs of our growing community. Position Overview: Wellstar Health Systems is seeking a motivated and experienced Orthopedic Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to join our orthopedic team at our new Columbia County hospital. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a newly established, cutting-edge orthopedic program. Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive orthopedic care under the supervision of orthopedic surgeons, including patient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care. Assist with pre-operative and post-operative patient management. Perform procedures as appropriate within scope of practice. Collaborate closely with surgeons, physical therapists, nursing staff, and other multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Educate patients and families about orthopedic conditions and treatment plans. Participate in clinical documentation, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives. Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) program. Current PA or NP licensure in the state of Georgia (or eligible). Certification by NCCPA (for PAs) or ANCC/AANP (for NPs). Experience or interest in orthopedic care preferred. Strong clinical assessment and procedural skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. Why Work at Wellstar? Join a brand-new hospital with state-of-the-art facilities and resources. Work alongside a team of dedicated orthopedic surgeons and healthcare professionals. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and continuing education. Enjoy living and working in the vibrant Columbia County community, with great schools, parks, and access to Augusta and Atlanta. Location: Columbia County, Georgia - a thriving and family-friendly area with a strong sense of community and growing healthcare needs. Apply Now: If you are a passionate Orthopedic APP looking to grow your career in an innovative environment, please send your CV and cover letter to ************************** Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $40k-85k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Executive Director, Nursing - Emergency Services

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Augusta, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Job Summary: The Executive Director of Nursing (EDON) is a registered professional nurse who provides leadership and management for five (5) to twenty (20) cost centers for a specific service line through the application of advanced competencies in communication; job knowledge, professionalism and business skills. This executive is a member of the chief nursing officer's or AVP Nursing's administrative team and serves as their designee for assigned responsibilities. This leader effectively partners with hospital leadership, medical staff and other departments to create a center of excellence for their service line and to meet the hospital's vision, mission and goals. This role has a range of approximately 200 600 FTEs in a medium or large complex case setting that is 350 to 800 beds. This EDON also handles a budget with a range from 60 to 300 million dollars. The Executive Director of Nursing provides direct leadership for a group of nurse managers/directors or departments and who comprise their specialty service line. He/she is a standard bearer and holds leaders and staff accountable for the delivery of safe, quality care and services through effective communication, fiscal accountability, and employment of transformational leadership., instilling an accountability-based practice setting. The executive director of nursing serves as sponsor for performance improvement; inspires others to seek opportunities to grow and improve their performance and successful applies lean and evidenced based practice to ensure all targets pillar outcomes are achieved. This executive employs all safety first interventions and as the chief safety officer creates a culture of safety for his/her service line through the development/use of these skills by other leaders, physicians and staff. He/she effectively uses data and technology to make decisions and proactively mitigates unnecessary risks for his/her area of responsibility providing instruction and mentoring for assigned leaders to be able to do the same. This executive ensures that nurse managers and staff create a desirable, safe work environment that enables the organization to meet or exceed all licensure, regulatory and accreditation standards. He/She models the way by fostering exemplary skills in attaining effective teamwork and collaboration with physicians, staff, patients and other departments. It is expected that all Nurse Leaders are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Exemplary Practice and Outcomes Holds self and staff to the highest professional standards and ethics ensuring corporate compliance standards etc. are met by leaders and staff. Is an active member of ones professional community and serves as a role model for professional nursing practice and nursing leadership advances the field through transformational executive leadership, support of shared governance, and scholarly activity Successfully works with the nurse administrators and supervisors to employ change management strategies and instills in self and others the curiosity to explore new knowledge and ideas. Priority clinical operations areas of focus: o Lead care teaming redesign across 65+ primary care locations o Oversee implementation of clinical quality programs as it relates to back office process and workflow o Act as SME for nursing process, policy, and procedure in the ambulatory setting, and support across the continuum o Development and oversight of ongoing annual learning programs for licensed and unlicensed staff including preceptorship o Support clinical competency of licensed and unlicensed staff o Lead continued development and implementation of nursing/clinical structure into clinical operations across all practice sites o Process owner/leader for Employee Health Covid Pathway for all Wellstar employees Resources and Support Engages leaders in decision- making and partners with others to promote patient centered care and service excellence while effectively providing leadership and management skills for a specific business/clinical unit, possesses strong and effective negotiation and mediation skills Serves to support the nursing administrators and supervisors to promote the effective running of the care delivery system and ensures that the clinical processes of care are working as intended. Serves as a resource for all leaders and accepts additional leadership responsibilities. Analyzes and manages financial resources; uses lean and other quality skills to reduce waste and improve performance of operations and clinical systems of care. Hires and develops an engaged team of leaders and staff that raises each others performance to achieve quality and safety goals Interdisciplinary Teamwork and Collaboration Effectively communicates to diverse audiences on nursing, health care and organizational issues and this includes the ability to set standards and holds leaders and staff accountable for performance standards. Proactively establishes a health work place by reducing unnecessary conflict - resolves it when necessary promotes and achieves positive team dynamics Establishes partnerships by employing strong relationship building skills with all hospital leaders and medical staff by striving to understand others (and situations) and keeping the long view in mind is fair and just using reflective practice skills to monitor self and leader performance/interaction skills exercising coaching and guiding skills Creates opportunities for self and leaders to grow professionally and implements a desirable workplace to recruit and retain talented leaders and staff Professional Development Seeks opportunities to advance knowledge and skills through formal and information education offerings to enhance ones understanding of how healthcare is financed and how to manage a diverse nursing workforce. Represents the organization positively to the community, building credibility and willingness to serve on committees and taskforces as needed to share knowledge and skill; champion a service line or need; and seeks opportunities to advance skill and scope of responsibilities Evidence Based Practice and Research Effectively identifies areas of improvement of leaders and clinical systems and sponsors projects to improve the same. Includes assuring nursing division meets or exceeds licensure, regulatory and accreditation standards. Applies the effective use of data and evidence to support decision making for clinical and operational responsibilities and demonstrates awareness of legal and ethical issues related to patient and staff data, information and confidentiality Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Either a Bachelors degree or a Masters degree in Nursing is required. Masters degree is required. Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact is required. BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor is required. Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia or hold a privilege to practice in the State of Georgia under the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) is required. Must have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association on the first day of employment in position. National certification in nursing administration or clinical specialty is preferred. Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience as a Registered Nurse is required. and Minimum 5 years of progressive operational leadership in a manager or director level role is required. Required Minimum Skills: Should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and relationship building a knowledge of the health care environment leadership that includes such skills as successfully implementing and managing a change process ability to use systems thinking- and inspire, coach others to be successful model the way for professional practice professionalism and teamwork/collaboration for self/department/medical staff and possess necessary business skills to manage human and material resources. Must be a continuous learner who understands health care financing strategy and operations for running a business unit(s) and effectively employ data and technology to support work processes and make decisions. Supports shared governance or shared decision making manage the design and delivery of care that in based on evidence and focused on quality and safety. Knowledge of risk management and various accreditation/regulations/licensing requirements assuring that these are upheld while advancing industry standards through the achievement of goals by effective management and measurement of outcomes. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $76k-103k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Respiratory Therapist FT Night

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Marietta, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Night (United States of America) Job Summary: The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT II is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations. The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making and self direction. In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT II is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The RT II is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The RT II addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. Also participates in the education of new employees and others. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Provides Customer Service - Completion of patient care, documentation and education - Team approach to service - Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment - Provides supportive environment for students and staff Administers Quality Patient Care - Performs patient assessment assessment for therapy - Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care - Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen medical gas therapy - Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care) - Performs arterial blood gas sampling analysis - Educates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peers - Location Specific: Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing Provides Safe Quality Environment - Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging - Promotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc) - Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care - Promotes evidence based practice - Reviews the revised and new DPPs Required Minimum Education: Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science. Required Associate's Degree A.S. degree required Required Bachelor's Degree Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. Registered Respiratory Therapi Respiratory Care Prof Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ACLS - Instructor or ACLS - Provisional Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care Required Required Minimum Skills: Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases. Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $27k-58k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Nurse Residency Professional Development & Retention Specialist - Augusta, GA

    Wellstar Health System 4.6company rating

    Augusta, GA job

    remote type OnsitelocationsWellstar MCG Healthtime type Full timeposted on Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition id JR-56893 How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary: The Nurse Residency Program (NRP) Nurse Residency Professional Development & Retention Specialist uses personal expertise, additional subject matter experts from within the system and, when appropriate and feasible, external presenters to meet the educational needs of team members across Wellstar Health Systems. The specialist serves as a resource person and role model for New Grad Nurses and creates a direct connection between individual facility and system educational efforts. He/she promotes evidenced based practice in the integration of Patient-Centered Care practices and guiding principles, and promotes the vision, values and philosophy of Wellstar Health Systems. This individual seeks to influence the professional role, competence, and growth of nurses in a variety of settings, and supports lifelong learning of nurses by fostering an appropriate climate for the adult learning process. He/she assumes a leadership role, provides guidance and knowledge to facilitate professional growth in others, and advances the nursing profession and Nurse Residency Program (NRP). The person in this role will develop and implement programs and services to support nurses and patient care and evaluate strategies to assure attainment of operational and strategic goals in collaboration with nursing leadership and key stakeholders. They will collect and assemble required data for residency related projects and maintain all records necessary to verify successful completion of residency program. He/she will establish relationships with student nurses, new grad nurses, preceptors, unit leadership, and academic partners to gather and analyze system needs and assess available resources and enact optimal solutions upon consultation and collaboration with key stakeholders. The person in this role will provide additional support to unit-based leadership, nurse externs, preceptors, new grad RN residents, and department committees as assigned. The Nurse Residency Professional Development & Retention Specialist naturally acts as a transition to practice manager formally or informally by providing an essential stabilizing presence and beneficial interventions for the pre and post licensure nurse to help bridge the expectation-reality gap. Within scope, he/she demonstrates the qualities inherent to nurse residency leadership, such as, educator, administrator, scholar, and evaluator during engagements with nurse externs and nurse residents. The learning environment may be the physical classroom, bedside, and simulation laboratory settings as well as the independent self-directed learning and virtual environments. The ideal candidate has knowledge and understanding of the ANCC scope and standards of the New Graduate Residency Program and the professional development educator/specialist including knowledge of laws, rules and regulations, standards and guidelines of certifying and accrediting bodies, hospital and department/unit standards, protocols, policies and procedures governing the provision of nursing care applicable to the area of assignment, team dynamics/building and strong interpersonal, written and communication skills. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Concise knowledge and understanding of clinical protocol, procedures, and standards within area of nursing practice and individual scope. Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment. Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care programs. Mirroring the nursing process to assess educational needs, identifies issues and trends among the organization and learners, and then, works with all stakeholders to ascertain desired outcomes. Knowledge of related accreditation processes and certification requirements in area of specialty. Engagement in the NRP Accreditation process through the maintenance of program structure, goals, and accreditation standards. Identification of accreditation standard exemplars and supports the accreditation renewal process. Acts as a natural change agent within the organization with the potential to influence the community. Keen awareness of current healthcare issues, educational trends, and organizational factors which prompt the need for change within the program and enables him/her to devise solutions to program challenges. Consideration of safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact for learning activities and outcomes; human, financial, and materials resource allocation. Engages in ongoing quality improvement of nursing practice through utilization of the nursing process, current research, creativity, and skills. Encourages and supports nurse residents in the engagement of evidence-based practice process and utilization. Directly influences research utilization and attitudes toward research among nurse residents. Uses current evaluation methods involving patient narratives to determine learner-centered program. Involve learners and stakeholders using valid evaluation methods to measure attainment of outcomes. Collaboration with nursing leadership and Talent Acquisition teams in recruiting efforts of pre-licensure nursing students practicing within Wellstar Health System and through engagement outside Wellstar Health System. Partner with nursing leaders to identify and recruit experienced RNs capable of supporting the NRP as small group facilitators, mentors, and subject matter experts. Engage current and new nursing leaders in the NRP through ongoing updates, outcomes data, orientation to the program, and solicitation of feedback. Partner with system NRP leaders to communicate nurse resident and site-specific needs, updates, changes, outcomes, and initiatives. Observes and validates staff adherence to best practice: standard work, clinical care skills, polices, procedures and orders sets. Ability to assess educational needs of the NG and to design and develop appropriate learning tools to facilitate adult learning by integrating a variety of teaching methods. Assesses and implements interactive education techniques that provide opportunities for critical thinking, best practice utilization and competency validation. Review individuals competencies and jointly determine progression plan. Provides constructive feedback and coaching as needed to promote learning to achieve expected outcomes. Support the internationally educated RN in their transition to practice within a new cultural environment. Engage in leadership rounds with all nurse residents to support their transition to practice, well-being, and professional development, escalating concerns to appropriate leadership when necessary. Whether in class or during clinical rounds, assessing learning needs and validating clinical competence and program outcomes, while fostering a positive learning climate. Evaluate care team interaction and performance through precepted clinical and simulated experiences identify opportunities to improve and address real-time. Facilitates goal planning, evaluation, and weekly debriefing or as needed. Assist unit leaders with new grad (NG) RN orientation to new equipment and technology systems as appropriate and acts as a performance coach and mentor of the NG. Working knowledge of the use of established clinical and preceptorship models in the development of clinical education programs. Provides clinical preceptorship development by teaching critical reasoning strategies for nurse resident interactions. Administrative: Updates department leadership on employee progress & competencies. Partners with system Nurse Residency Program leaders to communicate nurse resident and site-specific needs, updates, changes, outcomes, and initiatives. Collaborates with key stakeholders to formulate effective orientation and onboarding programs. Assesses the competencies of new graduate RN staff, using clearly defined guidelines. Participate in facility hand-off and communicate ongoing needs to additional support staff. Professional Development Maintains proficient level with core clinical competencies including EMR documentation processes Compliant with all applicable WellStar Health System policies, procedures and job requirements Participates in training and development for Faculty role, formal and informal Identifies personal learning needs and acquires knowledge to ensure competency Evaluation of own practice via personal reflection and solicited feedback from learners, peers, and supervisors; establishes goals based on feedback Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Bachelors Nursing Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 2 years clinical nursing required and coordination/facilitation of multiple and varied activities Ability to work with diverse groups and multidisciplinary health professionals at all levels. Literate in various computer application skills Required Minimum Skills: Ability to proficiently read, write and speak the English language. Ability to provide professional written and verbal communication, group facilitation, educational planning and presentation. Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback that promotes learning. Must be self-motivated and self-directed with strong customer service, problem solving, interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $25k-30k yearly est. 43d ago
  • CT Technologist Reg Nights Rotating Weekends

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Hiram, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Various (United States of America) Job Summary: **Significant Sign-On Bonus offered for qualified, experienced candidate** Thurs, Fri, and every other weekend 2:30p-3a.Must also be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. Assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Patient Care * Verifies proper clinician order for procedure. * Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions. * Follows established procedures for the administration of contrast medias so that no patient condition deteriorates, and no patient suffers undue pain, due to error or poor technique. * Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and right and left marker are utilized appropriately. * Reviews CT/radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients. * Responds to emergency situations and provides for the restocking of the crash cart and maintenance of life support equipment. * Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed. * Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates. * Verifies correct identity of patient using 2 unique identifiers prior to performing a procedure per hospital policy and procedure. * Ensures patient's privacy and comfort is accommodated. Maintains patients dignity throughout the exam/procedure. * Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients. * Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames. * Follows physicians instructions when assisting with procedures and exams. * Demonstrates proficiency with loading and operating power injection. * Uses critical thinking skills. * Dialogs with patient/family * Asks clarifying questions. * Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders. * Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time Out process when appropriate. * Demonstrates and understands pre-and-post procedural care. * Preps the patient for the procedure. * Demonstrates and understands sterile technique * Maintains competency with venipuncture. Equipment * Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique so that patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation and that image quality is maintained. * Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider, so that problem can be corrected in a timely manner. * Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule. Education and Communication * Patiently and clearly explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting of procedure, so as to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation using AIDET; Acknowledge, Introduce, Discuss, Explain, and Thank you of all patients and family members. * Ensures that patient's questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed, notifying physician when this cannot be accomplished, prior to the initiation of the procedure. * Participates in the orientation and training of departmental employees. * Provides patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures. * Required documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology. * Reads email each day scheduled to work and follows through with assignment. * Completes mandatory departmental and Hospital-wide education without prompting. Quality Control * Consistently produces acceptable images, as evidenced by radiologist feedback and quality audits * Ensures that equipment is fully operational prior to each use, by checking for proper calibration and operating deficiencies. * Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion, prints CDs as needed. * Studies that have been reported after hours by teleradiography are printed and scanned into PACS, if applicable. * Completes all studies in RIS before completing in PACS. * Prints completed log sheet from teleradiography and submits to Radiologist, if applicable Operations * Restocks linens and supplies, and maintains the department in clean and orderly condition. * Transports patients, positions patients, and helps them on and off procedure table. * Performs patient charging activities on the day the service is rendered. * Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices and equipment. * Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request as needed and routinely as time is available, without prompting, so that all working time is used for departmental advantage. * Performs routine duties of clerical and support personnel in accordance with procedure when warranted to ensure continuity and quality of services. * Keeps supervisor informed on all responsibilities on an ongoing basis, ensuring prompt notification in the event of problems or potential problems. * Maintains an individual productivity rate equal to other co-workers. * Ability to operate all work stations associated with the CT department. * Ability to push / retrieve images from the CT console to PACS. * Maintain Joint Commission standards and any other regulatory agency standards. * Takes call when necessary * Any other duties as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology. Required Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. ARRT Radiography ARRT Computed Tomography Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology Required and Less than 1 year experience in CT Preferred Required Minimum Skills: Must exhibit excellent communication skills because this position requires frequent verbal and written communications with: physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff. The employee obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities on a routine basis. Candidate must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill, and obtain cooperation with all contacts. Must possess the ability to function independently and under pressure while still actively participating in a team environment. Position requires the employee to exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times. Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast paced work environment. Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately. Must be detail oriented and have the capacity to effectively multitask throughout the work shift. Must have excellent communication skills and the capacity to interact professionally with a variety of customers, including but not limited to patients, families, co-workers, volunteers, and physicians throughout the work shift. Must possess the ability to function independently, yet productively as a cooperative team member with various work teams associated with the position. Must be compliant, with a willingness to follow all Hospital policies as well as the established practices, protocols and procedures of the position, department and applicable professional standards. Competent in all aspects of CT, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a procedure. Competent to perform all ACR and manufacturer recommended Quality Control tests. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $41k-53k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Speech Pathologist FT Days Acute Care Therapies

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Marietta, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary: The speech language pathologist evaluates patients and develops the speech/language plan of care in the areas of speech, language, voice, cognition and swallowing in collaboration with the physician. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Patient Assessment - In collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to speech, language, cognition, voice and swallowing. - Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members. - Establishes realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals. Treatment Planning and Provision of Care - Implements the speech language therapy treatment plan - Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals. - Revises goals/plan of care with patient/family input - Provides ongoing patient/family education and training - Provides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate - Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services. Documentation - Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines - Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols - Completes and submits family education, discharge and other required documentation within facility and program guidelines General requirements - Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty. - Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together. - Maintains confidentiality of all patient information. - Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure. - Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately. - Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members. Attends and participates in staff meetings, required inservices, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested. - Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner. - Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner. - Observes infection prevention precautions Customer Service - Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service. Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients. - Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients. - Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration. - Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately Professional Development - Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities. - Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines. - Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure. - Participates in orientation and training of new employees. - Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements Required Minimum Education: Graduate from an accredited speech-language pathology program. Required and Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or other related degree. Required Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. Speech Language Pathologist Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Required Minimum Skills: Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $48k-73k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Charge Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Marietta, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Night (United States of America) Click Here to Visit the Windy Hill Hospital Website The RN Clinical Charge Nurse is responsible for directing and overseeing the daily activities of the unit on an assigned shift to assure successful safe delivery of care. The Charge Nurse is a caregiver and often takes modified patient care assignment. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the WellStar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the WellStar Professional Nursing Practice Model and evidence based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the WellStar Core Competencies. The RN Clinical Charge Nurse is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. Expectations of practice include: accountability; responsibility and authority for the practice of nursing; effective teamwork; delegation; communication; respect; personal development; and development of team members. The role contributes to the establishment and maintenance of practices that ensure excellence in patient care, provides for the efficient use of resources, and undertakes leadership task such as staff schedules, unit patient flow, subject matter expertise for clinical concerns, physician rounding, committee involvement, survey readiness, and other task as assigned by the manager, which are basic to the department's ability to function in a smooth and effective manner. The RN Clinical Charge Nurse is a resource to other areas opportunity to learn about operational functionality and hospital/facility awareness. Assists in the growth and development of team members in the unit to help build department skills sets and to inspire expertise. This leader brings with him or her ability to build rapport between nurses and physicians to continue service to the patients and is a role model to others. It is expected that all RN Clinical Charge Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals. She/he possesses (advanced) clinical expertise and utilizes this expertise to support and promote the delivery of safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care and serves as a partner in care. RESPONSIBILITIES Resources and Support Monitors equipment inventory, location and utilization to ensure staff have tools and equipment needed to perform their job. Participates in planning and requesting resources for providing high quality care and assists in acquiring appropriate staffing during unexpected staffing shortages or surges in census. Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care. Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events etc). Tactical Responsibilities Make Patient Assignments. Consideration for new grads, float and type of patient. Daily Discharge/Length of Stay Review. Round with Physicians/Surgeons. Assign Surgery Beds In Conjunction with Surgery Schedule. Consult with Supervisor Nursing Administration (House Supervisor) on Bed Flow and Availability. Emergency Services: Assignments for sections, manage waiting room, multiple areas open at different times. Exemplary Practice and Outcomes Rounds on every patient daily to evaluate quality and appropriateness of patient care including corrective action when needed utilizing peer coaching and accountability. Performs or provides oversight for the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice; analytical/critical thinking insuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships; caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes. Provides or provides oversight for relationship based care delivery patient-centered care by partnering with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using comprehensive hand-off communication processes; interdisciplinary evaluation and communication (i.e., unit rounds, case reviews, peer review, etc.); just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient informed using appropriate communication tools and making the patients goals the focus of the plan of care. Practices using current clinical practice standards with a focus on safety and quality . Within the Emergency Department Setting: Charge Nurse rounds on patients in a modified method in conjunction with nurses to focus on patient safety concerns and patient care. Teamwork and Collaboration Communicates with nurse manager and/or assistant nurse manager any needs or concerns pertaining to care delivery or employee performance. Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care which includes promotion of interdisciplinary communication and regular interdisciplinary planning/rounds; completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment (Interdisciplinary rounds do not apply in the Emergency Services setting). Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary processes and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system. Professional Development Ensures patient/family/staff confidentiality and corporate compliance for self (and accountability for team members) requirements including completing all required mandatory education and proficiencies. Serves as a preceptor (or mentor) for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment. Evidence Based Practice and Research Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products. Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems safety absolutes. Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advance evidence based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources, data, and evidence to address practice questions. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. QUALIFICATIONSRequired Minimum Education: Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing as and Associate Degree/Diploma Nurse Required Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN - Multi-state Compact Advanced Cardiac Life Support-Preferred or ACLS - Instructor-Preferred or ACLS - Provisional-Preferred Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ACLS - Instructor or ACLS - Provisional Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 1 year nursing experience Required Minimum 2 years Preferred Experience as relief charge with clinical expertise Preferred Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $32k-60k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Inpatient Pharmacist, Nights (Columbia County)

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Grovetown, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Evening (United States of America) Job Summary: The Pharmacist is responsible for appropriate, evidence based, medication use for the institution. They ensure patients get the right medication at the right dose. Pharmacists must have a medication safety viewpoint and be in compliance with all applicable standards and regulations (TJC, BOP, CMS, etc). Pharmacists oversee the activities of pharmacy technicians. Pharmacists must engage in teaching as part of the hospital's mission. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Provides clinical pharmaceutical care to patients. Prevents, detects, and resolves medication-related problems and makes appropriate evidence-based, patient-centered medication therapy recommendations. Participates as an effective member of interdisciplinary care team(s) and communicates follow-up with team. Effectively verifies patient medication orders for appropriateness and accuracy. Provides effective medication education to patients, families, team. Enhances the quality of delivery of care. Actively participates in the development and implementation of performance/quality improvement and patient safety initiatives, including medication event/adverse reaction reporting & follow-up, clinical guideline development, disease management, medication use evaluation/improvement, cost containment actions. Represents pharmacy services on institutional/practice area committees, quality unit councils. Conducts monthly unit inspections of assigned area. Demonstrates proficiency in pharmacy distributive services. Demonstrates quality, safety and efficiency in the distribution process. Actively collaborates and demonstrate teamwork with pharmacy coworkers to ensure communication, excellent customer service, safe and effective drug distribution. Provides oversight for pharmacy technicians. Participates in opportunities to improve the quality, effectiveness, and/or efficiency in distributing medications. Supports the education and professional development of the Pharmacy Department and other hospital disciplines (nursing/medical/etc.). Precepts residents, pharmacy students, or pharmacy technicians as assigned. Participates colloquially in the development of new programs, services, and practices, educational activities of the pharmacy department and medical team. Engages in professional self-development. Completes medical center/pharmacy competency requirements by deadlines. Establishes regular meetings with manager. Enhances professional and technical knowledge/competency by attending seminars, continuing education programs, department meetings, etc. Demonstrate active membership/service/leadership in professional organizations Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Bachelors Pharmacy or Doctorate Pharmacy-Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. RPH - Reg Pharmacist Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 2 years in Pharmacy as a pharmacy technician, intern and/or pharmacist Preferred Required Minimum Skills: Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $79k-113k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Registered Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) - Orthopedics @ Cobb

    Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6company rating

    Austell, GA job

    How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary: Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. Assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. Works with students during their clinical rotation. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Patient Care * Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions. * Follows established procedures for the administration of contrast medias so that no patient condition deteriorates, and no patient suffers undue pain, due to error or poor technique if applicable. * Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and right and left marker are utilized appropriately. * Reviews radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients. * Responds to emergency situations and provides for the restocking of the crash cart and maintenance of life support equipment if applicable. * Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed if applicable. * Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates as the result of misjudgment. * Verifies two unique patient identifiers and correct clinical order prior to performing a procedure per policy. * Ensures patient's privacy and comfort is accommodated. * Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on the age of patients. * Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames. * Uses critical thinking skills. * Asks clarifying questions. * Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders. * Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time Out process when appropriate if applicable. * Demonstrates and understands pre-and-post procedural care. * Preps the patient for the procedure. * Demonstrates and understands sterile technique if applicable. * Maintains competency with venipuncture, where applicable. Equipment * Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique so that patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation and that image quality is maintained. * Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider, so that problem can be corrected in a timely manner. * Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department schedule. * Ability to operate all aspects of the system. * Ability to operate all radiographic equipment in a safe and competent manner. Assuring that equipment is not abused and is left in good working order. Education and Communication * Patiently and clearly explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting of procedure, to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation using AIDET; Acknowledge, Introduce, Discuss, Explain, and Thank you of all patients and family members. * Ensures that patient's questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily addressed, notifying physician when this cannot be accomplished, prior to the initiation of the procedure. * Participates in the orientation and training of departmental employees. * Provides patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures. * Required documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology. * Reads email each day scheduled to work and follows through with assignment. * Completes mandatory departmental and Hospital-wide education without prompting. Quality Control * Consistently produces high quality images including appropriate collimation, shielding, technique selection, penetration and positioning. * Ensures that equipment is fully operational prior to each use, by checking for proper calibration and operating deficiencies. * Sends all studies to PACS; prints CDs as necessary. All exams are complete in RIS including image oriented, marked, labeled, and notes are accurate. * Studies that have been transmitted after hours by teleradiography are printed and scanned into PACS, if applicable. * Checks for prior exams and assures that they are loaded, if necessary, and properly labeled prior to sending to PACS. Operations * Restocks linens and supplies, and maintains Diagnostic Imaging Services in clean and orderly condition. * Transports patients, positions patients, and helps them on and off procedure table. * Performs patient charging activities on the day the service is rendered. * Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices and equipment. * Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request as needed and routinely as time is available, without prompting, so that all working time is used for departmental advantage. * Performs routine duties of clerical and support personnel in accordance with procedure when warranted to * ensure continuity and quality of services. * Keeps supervisor informed on all responsibilities on an ongoing basis, ensuring prompt notification in the event of problems or potential problems. * Maintains an individual productivity rate equal to other co-workers. * Maintains Joint Commission and any other regulatory agency standards. * Ability to transfer / retrieve images on the PACS system. * Takes call when necessary. * Any other duties as assigned Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: Accredited Program Radiologic Technology Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. ARRT Radiography Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor Required Minimum Skills: Must exhibit excellent communication skills because this position requires frequent verbal and written communications with: physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff. Candidate must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill, and obtain cooperation with all contacts. Must possess the ability to function independently and under pressure while still actively participating in a team environment. Employee must exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times. Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast paced work environment. Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately. Must be detail oriented and have the capacity to effectively multitask throughout the work shift. Must have excellent communication skills and the capacity to interact professionally with a variety of customers, including but not limited to patients, families, co-workers, volunteers, and physicians throughout the work shift. Must possess the ability to function independently, yet productively as a cooperative team member with various work teams associated with the position. Must be compliant, with a willingness to follow all Hospital policies as well as the established practices, protocols and procedures of the position, department and applicable professional standards Competent in all aspects of Diagnostic Radiology, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a procedure. Competent in all aspects of Diagnostic Radiology, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a procedure.. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
    $40k-52k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Accounts Research Specialist - TMG Billing (Days)

    Tanner Health System 4.4company rating

    Tanner Health System job in Carrollton, GA

    Responsible for day to day follow-up of Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicaid, CMOs, and commercial insurance claims, and the review of aging reports to identify and resolve problem areas. Also includes the working of all rejections and denials accurately and efficiently. Necessary to prioritize work, formulate a plan of action, and analyze results, as well as communicate trends and billing coding issues. Education High School Diploma or GED Experience Two years of related experience. Requires working knowledge of specialized practices, equipment, and procedures. Qualifications *Ability to meticulously organize, analyze, and prioritize workload, and perform responsibilities with integrity. Ability to communicate issues to CBO management and offer a resolution. *Ability to work professionally and closely with others, and function as a team member. *Exhibit exceptional communication skills verbally and in writing. *Minimum of two years experience in insurance and patient billing, and AR, which includes credits, refunds, offsets, and posting payments. *Possess a comprehension of working and analyzing AR to resolve claim denials timely, and keep AR days, and greater than 90-day AR categories below MGMA standards. *Working knowledge of CPT & ICD Coding, and medical terminology required.
    $37k-64k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Kitchen Utility Tech - Food and Nutrition (Days)

    Tanner Health System 4.4company rating

    Tanner Health System job in Villa Rica, GA

    To maintain cleaning and sanitation of floors, equipment, work and storage areas for Food & Nutrition Services Department. Under supervision, this position is key in helping to maintain sanitation guidelines for the department. Education Ability to read and write Experience One week of related experience Qualifications *Experience preferred, but not necessary. One week of on-the-job training to acheive proficiency. *Mature, responsible, neat, clean in appearance. *Minimum eighth grade education required.
    $21k-33k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Addiction Counselor - Willowbrooke (Part-Time) (Days)

    Tanner Health System 4.4company rating

    Tanner Health System job in Villa Rica, GA

    To provide treatment for patients with behavioral health and or substance use disorders and their families. Treatment is provided through assessment, individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, crisis assessment and intervention. The direction of treatment and the extent of contacts will be determined by the treatment plan developed with the patient and or family. Therapists are to use their clinical individuality but must also work effectively with the team. Required Knowledge & Skills Education: Master's Degree Experience: One year of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures. Licenses and Certifications * HEALTHCARE PROVIDER (CPR) * SAFE CRISIS INTERVENTION FOR PATIENTS AND PROFESSIONALS Qualifications * Must have Master's degree in counseling or related fields and be license eligible (must hold license within 18 months of job date). * Ability to assess needs, strengths, abilities, and preferences to develop appropriate clinical interventions and a plan of care. * Ability to effectively use evidenced based practices to assist patients in achieving their identified goals. * Ability to assesses for and assist others with managing crisis. * Ability to effectively teach and model symptom management, communication, and social skills. * Ability to effectively use active listening skills. * Ability to empathetically relate to people. * Ability to maintain information as highly confidential. * Ability to organize work and meet deadlines. * Ability to effectively set boundaries. * Ability to think critically. * Ability to navigate the electronic medical record. * Knowledge of the most current DSM diagnostic criteria. * Familiarity with continuum of care. * Duty of care must be exercised with those persons who are currently in recovery or experience a relapse while employed. therefore it is necessary that a minimum of a two year period away from clinical duties be observed after the acknowledgment of a problem and or relapse along with treatment completion. This enables the protection of the individuals served and the recovering person as well. * Employee will obtain initial CPR and SCIPP certification within 90 days of employment. Employee will maintain CPR and SCIPP certification as required.
    $21k-44k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Food Production Tech III - Food and Nutrition (Evenings) (Temporary)

    Tanner Health System 4.4company rating

    Tanner Health System job in Villa Rica, GA

    Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping and storing food. Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables. Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality and presentation standards and food production checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers. Tests food to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently. Monitor food quality while preparing food. Assists with ensuring leftover food is labeled and stored properly and plays an integral role in maintaining sanitation and cleanliness. Required Knowledge & Skills Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: Two years of related experience. Requires working knowledge of specialized practices, equipment, and procedures. Licenses and Certifications *NONE REQUIRED Qualifications *Will accepts 5 years of experience in lieu of High School diploma or GED. *Must have experience with bulk cooking for more than 200 people. *Know, understand and apply HACCP guidelines. *Proficient demonstrated knowledge of cooking methods such as braising, roasting, frying, baking and blanching. *Proficient use of slicer, grill, fryers, oven, steamers. *Proficient demonstrated knife skills. *Must be able to perform duties with quality results. *Good personal hygiene *Must complete ServSafe Manger course within 6 months of hire. *Complete ServSafe Allergens training within 6 months of hire.
    $43k-92k yearly est. 1d ago

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