Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonographer - Clear Lake (Casual Appointment)
UTMB Health job in Webster, TX
**Minimum Qualifications: ** High School or equivalent AND completion of one of the following: * Certified as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) * Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI
* Satisfactory completion of a formal cardiac sonographer training program (1-4 years) must be registry eligible and attain certification within one year
* Graduate from a diagnostic ultrasound training program (2-4 years) with 1 full additional year of full-time clinical experience in a dedicated echocardiography laboratory and registry eligible and attain certification within one year.
* Two years of college with emphasis on the biological sciences with two years experience in a dedicated echocardiography laboratory and registry eligible and attain certification within one year.
**Preferred Licensure/Certifications: **
* CCI - RCCS (registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer) Pedi and RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer) Adult
or
* ARDMS - RDCS-PE (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer- Pediatric Echocardiography) and RDCS-AE (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer- Adult Echocardiography)
**Job Summary:**
Provides supervisory and advanced technical skills in the performance of patient examinations and testing in the Non-invasive cardiac laboratory.
**Job Duties: **
* Performs diagnostic testing and care of patients appropriate to age as defined below:
* Adult:
* Respects privacy and confidentiality.
* Facilitates maintenance of body image.
* Recognizes abuse/neglect potential.
* Geriatric
* Respects privacy and confidentiality
* Takes appropriate fall precautions.
* Recognizes increased potential for adverse drug reactions and interactions
* Takes appropriate measures to prevent skin breakdown.
* Makes appropriate provisions for thermoregulation.
* Recognizes abuse/neglect potential
* Follows the guidelines set by the laboratory directors for examination of the patient.
* Responsible for acquisition, recording, analysis and presentation of patient examinations, to include routine, stress and transesophageal procedures.
* Determines the most appropriate testing techniques for a patient in order to obtain the optimal information desired by the attending physician to answer clinical questions.
* Informs the attending physician of findings in difficult or unusual cases before the patient leaves the area.
* Attends daily echocardiography interpretation sessions.
* Participates in the teaching of fellows and junior colleagues, conferences and preceptorship programs.
* Cares for and maintains echocardiography equipment.
* Responsible for cleanliness and order of the immediate laboratory area.
* Notifies the proper personnel of the need for specific laboratory supplies.
* Responsible for proper record keeping, data storage and retrieval for clinical and/or research purposes.
* Assists in clinical research protocols as needed.
**Salary Range: **Actual salary commensurate with experience.
*Equal Employment Opportunity*
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Medical Assistant I - SOM CBC (Alvin Clinic)
UTMB Health job in Webster, TX
*Minimum Qualifications:* High School or equivalent. Certified or Registered Medical Assistant or graduate of an approved Medical Assistant program. CPR Certification is required. To provide technical, supportive, age-specific, and developmentally appropriate patient care functions for assigned clinical areas.
*Job Duties:*
• Assists with patient flow within the assigned outpatient clinic setting.
o Respond in a timely manner to call lights.
o Provides comfort measures to the patient/family.
• Performs technical and supportive patient care skills, incorporating the patient's plan of care and following approved policy and procedure.
o Obtains vital signs. Appropriately document the chief complaint and reason for the visit.
o Uses aseptic techniques and infection control measures in the performance of duties.
o Accurately collects excretory specimens, such as urine and feces.
o Obtains blood samples by venipuncture.
o Accurately performs tests, such as basic urine chemistry using chemical strips, guaiac, Ph, blood glucose, UPT, and hemocult.
o Measures and records intake and output as ordered.
o Prepares and assists patients undergoing treatments, examinations, and procedures.
o Recognizes patient care priorities, treatment plans, objectives, and potential crises.
o Under the direction of the physician, provides other treatments and care to patients appropriate to training, as assigned.
o Recognizes and communicates patient needs and unusual occurrences with patients/families.
• The MA will refill patient medications as requested, using the guidelines for the prescribing physician/provider in their assigned area and in accordance with policy C51, Prescription Refill Management for Ambulatory Care Services.
o Safely and properly administers medications as assigned.
• Accurately documents / communicates interventions and measurements.
• Communicates relevant information to the appropriate health care provider.
• Under supervision, completes accurate, concise, and legible documentation on patient clinic records.
• Assist with medication reconciliation as required.
• Assists in the maintenance of equipment, supplies, and the environment.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Checks equipment/supplies for expiration dates, electrical safety tags, intactness, and usability.
• Cleans equipment and returns it to its proper place.
• Reports equipment and supplies needing to be replaced or repaired.
• Stocks rooms, carts, cabinets, etc., as assigned/requested.
• Respects and supports patient rights.
o Serves as patient/family advocate.
o Practices principles of patient and employee confidentiality.
o Utilizes available resources and seeks assistance in dealing with ethical dilemmas, as appropriate.
• Practices positive customer peer relations.
o Consistently communicates in a professional and courteous manner.
o Reports and seeks assistance in dealing with guest complaints/concerns.
o Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with patients/family and co-workers.
o Consistently responds to customer requests/needs in an appropriate manner.
• Participates in and supports continuous quality improvement activities at the clinic / departmental level, as appropriate.
• Demonstrates acceptable productivity and practices cost containment.
o Prioritizes and completes all work in an effective and efficient manner.
o Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness, and flexibility.
o Effectively and efficiently uses time, equipment, and supplies.
• Functions as an interdependent and supportive team member.
o Provides support and assistance, as appropriate.
o With direction, remains calm and purposeful and responds in an appropriate, professional manner in emergent or chaotic situations.
o Participates in clinic meetings/activities and supports the clinical, departmental, and organizational philosophy and goals.
o Accepts responsibility for own growth/development.
o Participates in in-service and ongoing education programs.
o Remains current on all in-service / education/credentials/certification requirements for the position, as appropriate.
o Exchanges constructive feedback with peers and others.
o Conducts self-evaluation and participates in developmental goal setting.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
*Marginal Functions:*
* Serves as a patient service specialist (PSS) at clinic on a periodic basis as required for St. Vincent's clinical operations and follows all the associated PSS expected standards of UTMB including creating a positive patient experience by consistently exceeding expectations in customer service and patient care, by coordinating clerical and medical activities of a healthcare team, patient registration activities, and facilitating access to UTMB services for new and returning patients.
* Provide backup frontline administrative support as needed.
* Provide other departmental administrative support as directed.
*Working Schedule/Environment:*
* The work environment is located in a comfortable indoor area.
* Conditions such as noise, odors, cramped workspace, and/or fumes could sometimes cause discomfort.
* Moderate to extreme physical effort may be required, such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects, and/or patients.
* Occasional lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs.
* Vision, hearing, talking, and sense of touch abilities must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, reading from monitoring equipment, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communications.
* Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs.
* Rotating shifts may be required.
* Alertness and careful attention to detail will be required to avoid injury.
* May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, radiation, chemotherapeutic agents, and disoriented or combative patients.
* May be required to work extended shifts in situations deemed necessary by the Practice Coordinator or Director of Nursing.
**Salary Range:**
Actual salary commensurate with experience.
*Equal Employment Opportunity*
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Nursing Program Coordinator - Electrophysiological Lab (Galveston)
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* *EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE* * Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in nursing * Four years RN experience, including two years progressive management experience is required (i. e. Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager, Nursing Supervisor)
*LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS*
* Current licensure or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas
* Certification appropriate to specialty required within one year of hire
*PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Desired two years customer service experience and/or clerical experience.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Bilingual/Spanish preferred.
*JOB SUMMARY*
The Nursing Program Coordinator is accountable for the effective, strategic planning and the personnel, operational, and financial management of a focused clinical or support program to ensure optimal quality, cost, and service outcomes. In a clinical program, the coordinator has 24-hour accountability for patient care delivery.
*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*
* Reports directly to UTMB Patient Navigation and Support Director.
* Interfaces with faculty and the health care team regarding patient compliance and prescribed care; assists with referrals; supports patients' identified health care needs across the continuum of care; shares patient feedback with the health care team.
* Ensures patients' health care needs are addressed in a timely manner, including appointments, testing, referrals etc.
* Serves as a single point of contact for the patient to provide individualized attention as far as coordination of all appointments, tests, treatments, specialty visits, and hospitalizations as indicated; guides patients and their loved ones across the continuum of care in both acute and ambulatory care settings.
* Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills; communicates effectively and professionally with patients, families, and staff.
* Answers phone and triages patient calls, schedules appointments and interfaces with various departments regarding patient satisfaction when indicated.
* Promotes teamwork and monitors patient satisfaction on behalf of Health System management through inpatient complementary visits, interfacing with Medical team, Nursing, Ambulatory Operations, Care Management and Patient Services' Advocacy if indicated.
* Anticipates patient needs as well as any potential barriers to care; takes the appropriate course of action according to approved guidelines, protocols and pathways for timely access to care.
* Coordinates the receipt of outside medical information and distributes to appropriate personnel.
* Possesses knowledge of computers, other computer-related equipment, and computer applications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the job, including proficiency in Outlook 365, Word, Excel, Access and Epic electronic medical record system.
* Excellent interpersonal skills; works effectively in a team environment.
* Serves as a resource/subject matter expert for patient/family education, including language-specific materials.
* Assists patients with verbal and written recommendations about what they may wish to discuss concisely with the physician(s)/health care team members.
* Maintains knowledge of UTMB and community services/resources available to patients.
* Demonstrates a high level of productivity and dependability.
*Marginal or Periodic Functions:*
* Protects self, co-workers, and patients by following policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood-borne and /or air-borne diseases.
* Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
* Performs related duties as required.
*Equal Employment Opportunity*
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Professor - Ophthalmology
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Faculty UTMB Health Requisition # 2506091 **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** The Chair is responsible for the quality of educational, scientific, and clinical programs, as well as the overall leadership and management of this highly diverse and respected department. This oversight includes the appropriate and optimal use of human, financial, space and other resources to successfully manage the clinical, educational and research missions of the department.
**_MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:_**
_Candidate should be a graduate of an accredited medical school, have completed an ACGME approved residency training program in ophthalmology, be Certified/Board Eligible in Ophthalmology and be eligible for a Texas Medical license without restrictions._
**SALARY:**
Commensurate with experience.
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
Patient Care Technician I - OR Galveston (Casual Appointment)
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
*Minimum Qualifications: * • High school or equivalent AND completion of one of the following technical programs: - Completion of a recognized Nurse Assistant program OR - Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR - Completion of Medical Corpsman program OR
- Completion of EMT program OR
- Completion of a UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program OR
- Two (2) years of experience in a direct patient care environment OR
- Certified MA, PCT, or CNA at time of hire OR
- Is enrolled in a recognized School of Nursing and has completed the first semester of
education which contains clinical concepts and health assessment or the equivalent.
*
*Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:*
• BLS
*Job Summary/Description:*
To provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas.
*Job Duties:*
• Collects, reports, and documents data: Vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse
oximetry, and collects specimens.
• Obtains blood samples by venipuncture.
• Acquires 12 lead EKG.
• Performs and reports POCT.
• Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by
the patient's plan of care.
• Provides for patients' personal hygiene: Bathes patients, performs oral suctioning and superficial
wound care, assists with chronic wound care, provides skincare for a patient with TED hose, SCD,
casts, skeletal pins, assists with elimination, cares for the incontinent patient, cares for the patient
with a urinary catheter, assists or gives cleansing enemas, sitz baths, non-sterile douches, and
provides ostomy care.
• Assists with feeding.
• Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility.
• Assists with patient safety related to age and condition
• Assists with patient restraints and patient-specific safety precautions
• Collects, reports, and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient
and family behavior
• Cares for the patient from a correctional environment.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times.
• Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform
proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
• Documents as appropriate.
• Maintains patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
• Assists with patient requests for other hospital services.
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
• Video monitoring duties as assigned.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting
*Salary Range: *Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
*Equal Employment Opportunity*
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Sr. Med Language Interpreter - ADC Patient Services (Bilingual)
UTMB Health job in Angleton, TX
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Required Education/ Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent with two (2) years related experience of written translation experience. Must speak, read, and write English and target language fluently. Ability to translate accurately written materials between English and the target language(s). Possess Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) from NBCMI or CCHI or obtain certification within 2 years from hire date.
Experience in conducting training courses preferred. Formal training, including completion of medical interpreter course and industry certification (CCHI/NBCMI) preferred.
Job Description:
To provide language assistance by means of verbal interpretations and translations of materials for all medical communications between UTMB's staff and patients, patients' families, and visitors.
Preferred qualification
Spanish Speaking
Job Duties
Provides skilled verbal interpretation services in person and over the phone.
Understands and uses medical terminology correctly in English and the target language(s), and uses medical dictionaries effectively.
Executes dispatching duties as assigned and schedules appointments for services.
Acts as liaison between staff and patient/visitors to meet their needs.
Supports cross-cultural communication throughout the institution by sharing cultural factors influencing health behaviors.
Assists in the orientation and training of new Language assistance bilingual staff.
Develops and maintains records and produces reports by means of database.
Serves as a backup to a supervisor.
Follows institutional and departmental policies and procedures in all situations.
Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance.
Adheres to internal controls established for department.
Performs related duties as required.
Salary
Salary commensurate with experience
Location:
ADC campus but will (possibly) support other locations as needed (CLC and LCC).
Auto-ApplyTelecommunicator - University Police
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Protective Services UTMB Health Requisition # 2506498 **Minimum Qualifications:** High school diploma or equivalent, and have one year of experience in customer service or a related field. Must be 18 years of age. Applicants must successfully complete a Public-Safety Telecommunication (PST) Test using the CritiCall software. This testing will be administered by the Police Department. Pass a comprehensive background check conducted by the Department of Justice (DOJ) as a condition of employment.
**Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:**
Must be a licensed Texas Telecommunicator or achieve such licensure within one year of employment by passing an extensive character and background investigation and the successful completion of the 40-hour Basic Telecommunicator Course (#1013) and the Crisis Communications Course (#2120) as mandated by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (Texas Administrative Code Rule 217.2).
Must have a current, nationally recognized Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification (TCOLE 3845 or equivalent), within one month of employment.
Must maintain Telecommunicator License by taking a minimum of 20 hours of continued training every two years, which must include Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification (TCOLE 3845 or equivalent) and Cardiac Emergency Communications (#786).
**Job Summary:**
To provide rapid response to law enforcement agencies or any other emergency needs and give directions, information, or other aid. A Telecommunicator is "a person acknowledged by the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and employed by or serving a law enforcement agency that performs law enforcement services on a 24-hour basis who receives, processes, and transmits public safety information and criminal justice data for the agency by using a base radio station on a public safety frequency regulated by the Federal Communications Commission or by another method of communication."
**Department Marketing Statement:**
The University of Texas Medical Branch Police Department strives to provide protection and service in a courteous manner to the faculty, staff, students, patients, and visitors of UTMB in conformance with the Regents' Rules and Regulations, UTMB policies, and federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Department also implements programs that are aimed at preserving the assets of UTMB.
**Salary Range:**
$40,000 Annually - $50,000 Annually, actual salary based on experience.
**Job Duties:**
+ Dispatch, speaking clearly and distinctly. Correctly type calls for service in CAD.
+ Answer multiple phone lines clearly and distinctly. Perform simultaneously CAD/phones/alarms with accuracy.
+ Monitor intrusion and fire alarms, criminal history, and data entry. Analyze situations quickly and accurately, taking effective action.
+ Dispatches officers by radio to situations, including emergencies, requiring police response.
+ Maintains records of incoming calls and police/patrol activities.
+ Communicates with other emergency first response agencies (police, fire, ambulance).
+ Operates various computer terminals, including the Computer-Aided Dispatch System.
+ Completes appropriate reports.
+ Adheres to internal controls established for the department.
+ Initiates the Emergency Notification System during emergency events and coordinates activities with Monitoring Services during a hurricane or long-term emergencies, as well as monitoring weather and other appropriate conditions during crisis and catastrophic events.
+ Monitors, acknowledges, and processes responses to door contact alarms, duress alarms, intrusion alarms, fire alarms, and video security feeds across campus and dispatches law enforcement officers or other emergency responders.
**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:**
Proficient in typing and spelling (may be required to pass a typing test with 30 WPM and a spelling test with 80% or better).
Ability to problem solve and communicate.
**Work Schedule:**
UTMB Police Department is a 24/7 full-service police agency and provides 24/7 police security services to UTMB-owned, rented, and leased property. Police staff are assigned to work varying shifts based on seniority to cover 24/7 police service areas and shift periods. Police Telecommunicators work in an enclosed, secured communications environment. They must be willing to work assigned shifts, which may include day shift, evening shift, or overnight midnight shifts, and be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
**Physical Demands:**
Police Telecommunicators will be required to:
+ Occasionally - Stand, Walk, Reach, Lift/Carry 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., push/pull 10 lbs. to 50 lbs.
+ Frequently - Lift/Carry up to 10 lbs., push/pull up to 10 lbs.
+ Continuously sitting and using a computer/keyboard.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
Equal Opportunity Investigator - Internal Investigations
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
Minimum Qualifications\:
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and one (1) year of related experience in Human Resources, Legal/Compliance, or Higher Education.
Preferred Qualifications\:
Experience conducting Title IX and Title VII investigations in a higher education or complex organizational setting, with a demonstrated understanding of applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
Proven track record in case management, including the ability to effectively triage and assess incoming complaints, prioritize investigations, and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with experience in employment law, preferably including work related to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases in educational or workplace settings.
Job Summary:
Conducts protected class investigations to include race, ethnicity, color, sex, national origin, age, U.S. military veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or mental or physical disability, as well as general employee relations investigations, if necessary. Conducts fact-finding investigations, which may include interviewing witnesses and reviewing documentation in compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. Prepares written reports and findings of facts, with supporting documentation.
Job Duties:
Receive, review, and investigate allegations related to the University's policies addressing non-discrimination, sexual harassment/misconduct, and retaliation.
Receive, review, and investigate allegations from students, faculty, staff, and third parties concerning unlawful discrimination, sexual harassment/misconduct, retaliation, and violations of labor/employment laws.
Receive, review, and consult with Human Resources, appropriate departments, and leadership to appropriately respond to, and/or investigate allegations involving general employee relations concerns, bullying, hostile work environment, and violations of employment, faculty, and/or student policies and procedures.
Adhere to institutional grievance policies and procedures.
Adhere to departmental procedures for conducting investigations.
Prepare investigation plans and interview questions by analyzing the complaint and identifying the issues, potential witnesses, and types of documentation to request/review.
Conduct fact-finding investigations, which may include interviewing witnesses, gathering and reviewing documentation, and researching relevant laws and/or institutional policies/procedures.
Draft investigation reports with findings of fact.
Work with Human Resources and appropriate leadership to provide recommendations based on investigation findings of fact.
Organize and maintain investigative files, documentation, notes, and all allegations submitted to the department for review.
Ensure that all Fraud and Abuse Hotline allegations are appropriately triaged and reviewed by the appropriate department and upload resolutions through the appropriate database.
Work with the investigative team and Title IX Coordinator to achieve departmental goals.
Provide investigative support to colleagues as needed.
Assist with developing investigation training programs for Human Resources Generalists throughout the institution and CMC Human Resources Generalists.
Review, analyze, and provide recommendations for previous investigations conducted by other investigators, departments, Human Resources, and CMC Human Resources.
Assist with institutional reporting requirements in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
Assist with developing, revising, and editing relevant institution and/or department policies and procedures.
Assist with EEO training for new employees and annual compliance training.
Consult with the Department of Legal Affairs as necessary.
Adhere to internal controls and reporting structures.
Performs related duties as required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Competent internal workplace investigator.
Moderate knowledge of Human Resources and employment/labor laws.
Knowledge of employment and higher education discrimination, sexual harassment/misconduct, and retaliation laws and regulations.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Demonstrated presentation and facilitation skills.
Ability to deal with difficult employees, faculty, students, and third parties.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide recommendations to Human Resources, departments, and leadership.
Competent use of personal computers and general office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, and investigation databases.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects/investigations and prioritize work.
Salary Range:
Actual salary is commensurate with experience.
Work Schedule:
This position will primarily work remotely with occasional on-site engagements when necessary.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Auto-ApplyHead of Technical Services - Moody Medical Library
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Executive - Business Professional UTMB Health Requisition # 2405571 **Minimum Qualifications:** Master's degree in library science from an American Library Association-accredited library school and5 to 7 years of related managerial experience in library technical services.
**Job Summary:**
The Head of Technical Services provides leadership, coordination, and administration of all technical services operations and procedures, including acquisitions, serials, cataloging, collection development of digital & print resources, and supervises professional and support staff.
**Scope:** Moody Medical Library and all schools
**_Job Duties:_**
+ Manages and executes all technical service functions and procedures, including acquisitions, cataloging, processing, and serials control
+ Coordinates the collection development of digital and print resources
+ Manages and maintains the automated and integrated library systems and other applications that support library services
+ Maintains an accurate and current record of library collections
+ Maintains current awareness of new products, developments, and standards in technical services and library technology
+ Communicates with vendors and contributes to negotiation and licensing of library resources
+ Creates documentation and instructs staff on automated systems, new technology, and technical service procedures
+ Facilitates access to electronic resources
+ Evaluates, revises, and formulates policies related to technical services
+ Maintains statistics and produces related management reports
+ Investigates, evaluates, and implements continuous improvement of technical services operations
+ Responsible for the recruitment, retention, and development of the technical services staff, including performance appraisals, discipline, hiring, and interviewing
+ Leads staff meetings and represents the department at meetings, within the UTMB community, and with other libraries and librarians throughout the region and the country
+ Participates in relevant conferences, workshops, and seminars and serves as a member on appropriate planning groups
+ Evaluates unit performance in meeting operational goals and objectives
+ Develops goals and objectives, assesses future needs, and develops both short- and long-range plans
+ Performs other library duties and participates in special projects as needed
**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:**
+ Advanced proficiency in descriptive cataloging and subject classification of health-related materials in all formats, including rare books and manuscripts
+ Experience with managing integrated library systems
+ Demonstrated knowledge of AACR2R, MARC format, NLM, LC classification, authority control and bibliographic utilities
+ Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in library automation technology
+ Demonstrated ability to work quickly, prioritize and manage tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, professional environment
+ Meticulous attention to detail, efficiency, and thoroughness
+ Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and project management skills
+ Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
+ Excellent problem-solving skills; displays good judgment in decision-making and project management
+ Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a team environment
+ Ability to train and work effectively with individuals at all levels
+ Strong commitment to superior customer service
+ Advanced proficiency in Windows applications, Microsoft Office, and Outlook
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
**_UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities_**
Compensation
Grants Analyst, ASG III (Onsite)
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Business, Managerial & Finance UTMB Health Requisition # 2502910 **Minimum Qualifications:** Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field and four years of experience. **Job Description:** Provides pre and post award grant expertise to faculty members and principal investigators in planning, coordinating, and monitoring research activities and the departments procedures designed to comply with appropriate regulations relating to research grants and contracts. Serves as a liaison between the Department and other departments and the Office of Sponsored Programs relating to research activities.
**Job Duties:**
+ Responsible for pre and post award grant administration in managing and maintaining large, complex research projects, including but not limited to P20 and NIH training grants.
+ Assists department on preparation of grant budget development and manages, analyzes, and interprets financial data as it pertains to grant activities.
+ Develops and maintains research budgets and monitors expenses for compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
+ Works jointly with all Principal Investigators within the department to facilitate and support research.
+ Monitors the time and effort reports and advises Department Administrator, Faculty, Principal Investigators and staff on fiscal responsibilities and project timelines.
+ Audits completed research projects, including analysis of revenue received and earned and communicates and discrepancies with funding agency.
+ Markets services to campus and build positive working relationships with faculty and academic departments.
+ Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
**Marginal or Periodic Functions:**
+ Performs related duties as required.
**Salary Range:**
Commensurate with experience.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Child Life Specialist - Galveston
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
**Galveston, Texas, United States** **Hot** Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2505406 **EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE** **Minimum Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Psychology, Human Growth and Development, Early Childhood Education, Recreational Therapy, or related field **Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Master's degree in Child Development, Psychology, Human Growth and Development, Early Childhood Education, Recreational Therapy, or related field
+ One (1) to three (3) years of experience in a healthcare setting **LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS** **Required:**
+ Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) or ability to obtain within one year of hire
**Preferred:**
+ Completed an accredited Child Life Specialist program and CCLS certification
**JOB DESCRIPTION**
**Function:** To provide evidence-based, developmentally appropriate interventions including therapeutic play, preparation and education that reduce fear, anxiety, and pain for children and youth (Association of Child Life Professionals, 2018)
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**
+ Commitments to Child Life philosophies, policies and guidelines in supporting and planning programs for families of chronically ill and hospitalized children.
+ Assess and prioritize patient/family needs for child life intervention.
+ Support patients and family members in coping with the stresses associated with the health care experience.
+ Provide opportunities for and facilitate a variety of group and individual play recreation and activities that promote development, self-expression, and mastery.
+ Evaluate emotional, social, mental and physical condition of referred patients utilizing therapeutic interventions and assessments.
+ Support family-centered care through communication and involvement of parents and other family members.
+ Provide education regarding illness/condition, treatment, and coping techniques to patients, family members, and the larger community as appropriate.
+ Function and consult as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, integrating goals and plans to promote optimal patient care that is family-centered, developmentally appropriate, and psychosocially sound.
+ Plan, implement and document treatment plans/outcomes for patients.
+ Maintain equipment and supplies.
+ Plan and implement additional Child Life activities e.g. special events, patient/family workshops.
+ Interface with donors, community groups and others vital to the continued growth of Child Life and UTMB Health System programs and visions.
+ Orient and supervise volunteers.
+ Provide education and in-service training regarding Child Life Services to patients, families, medical staff of various disciplines, and students.
+ Participate in professional development to enhance job performance and contribute to the accomplishment of Child Life department and UTMB hospital missions and goals.
+ Commitment to team planning, problem solving and collaborative efforts. Strong interpersonal communication and listening skills.
+ Adheres to Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP) Core Competencies and Professional Standards of Practice. **Marginal or Periodic Functions:** **Program Development and Leadership (Advanced Level CLS)**
+ Provides direct oversight, coordination, and management of the Child Life Program.
+ Planning and development of programs to enhance the pediatric experience.
+ Designs programs and directs activities to help children cope with hospitalization, reduce anxiety about treatment, and foster academic development according the Association of Child Life Professionals.
+ Identification and advocacy to provide necessary program resources.
+ Participation in the budget process and business planning, as needed, to ensure program continuity and funding.
+ Community outreach demonstrating program leadership with clinics, local pediatric institutions, and educational programs as indicated.
+ Communication with vendors, community groups, and donors to facilitate products (books, toys, educational needs, etc.) for UTMB pediatric patients.
+ Develops and implements constructive approaches to problem identification and solutions.
+ Performs related duties as required. **KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES**
+ Ability to interact with seriously ill children of all developmental levels, their siblings, parents and other extended family members.
+ Ability to assess situations with patients and families as they relate to specific needs for Child Life intervention (medical play, coping skills, etc.).
+ Ability to function well in multidisciplinary team settings.
+ Understanding of growth & development, family dynamics, learning theory, medical play, therapeutic play and activity programming.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Research Scientist II - Health and Clinical Outcomes Research
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
DEPT MARKETING STATEMENT:
UTMB's new Center for Health and Clinical Outcomes Research (H-COR) seeks Research Scientists to advance decision-grade evidence from real-world data to study and understand human health. H-COR leverages Epic EHR (Clarity/Caboodle and Cosmos), TriNetX, Medicare and other administrative data. H-COR has an interest in pairing outcomes research with secure, principled integration of high-dimensional modalities (e.g., transcriptomics, proteomics, pathogen genomics). Also of interest is the utilization of novel data sources including those derived from social media, mobile phones, wearables, and other digital sources. Researchers at H-COR collaborate across all five UTMB schools
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Conducts innovative scientific investigation by developing theories and devising scientific methods and procedures to apply scientific principles, theories and research in projects related to the mission of UTMB. Committed to the discovery of new innovative biomedical and health services knowledge leading to increasingly effective and accessible health care. Assures competence as a fully trained scientist in a specific discipline or area of expertise.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Leading and contributing to high-impact health and clinical outcomes research
Planning and performing advanced data analyses using UTMB's exceptional data infrastructure, with particular emphasis on electronic health record (EHR) data including EPIC, EPIC Cosmos, TriNetX, and Medicare administrative datasets
Building transparent cohort definitions and phenotypes using ICD-10/PCS, CPT/HCPCS, LOINC, and RxNorm
Implementing modern causal-inference strategies (e.g., target-trial emulation, robust confounding control, time-to-event and longitudinal models, principled handling of missingness, falsification and sensitivity analyses)
Collaborating across UTMB's schools on defined research programs
Contributing to abstracts, manuscripts, and grant applications as PI/Co-I or key personnel
Integrating clinical timelines with multi-omics and other high-dimensional data while preserving clinical interpretability and privacy
Presenting research at professional meetings and conferences
Participating in H-COR's monthly works-in-progress seminars
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ph. D, M.D, D.O., or D.V.M in related field and one year of related experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\:
PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant discipline (health services research, epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, computer science, or a closely related field)
A track record in health and clinical outcomes methods
Demonstrated expertise analyzing clinical and population-health data with specific experience in EHR analytics
Proficiency with large healthcare databases (Epic, Epic Cosmos, TriNetX, Medicare)
Fluency in at least two of R, Python, SAS, and SQL
Excellent scientific writing and communication
Evidence of peer-reviewed publications commensurate with career stage
Experience with OMOP and HL7 FHIR data models
Hands-on practice with target-trial emulation and advanced propensity and longitudinal methods
Clinically oriented NLP and time-aware feature extraction
Familiarity with multi-omics data structures and cautious EHR-omics linkage
Experience in HPC or cloud settings (e.g., TACC, Azure, AWS) and workflow engines that promote end-to-end reproducibility
Mentorship of analysts or trainees
A record of effective, cross-disciplinary collaboration in an academic health-sciences environment
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Auto-ApplyHCSS Event Photographer
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
**Galveston, Texas, United States** **New** **Hot** Media & Communications HealthCare System Staffing Requisition # 2506887 The Photographer supports UTMB Health's Media and Communications team by capturing high-quality images of key institutional events including graduations, award ceremonies, and conferences. The ideal candidate is a service-oriented professional who represents the UTMB brand with creativity, professionalism, and precision.
**Primary Responsibilities: 20-40 hrs per week**
- Provide exceptional customer service and act as a liaison between clients and the production team.
- Set up and operate studio lighting, cameras, and backdrops for photo sessions.
- Capture high-quality photography at assigned events.
- Collaborate with internal partners to ensure key moments and messaging are effectively captured.
- Maintain a high level of creativity, technical quality, and visual consistency throughout production.
- Manage multiple projects independently and meet deadlines.
**Required Education/Experience:**
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of two years of related experience.
**Working Environment:**
Standard office and event production settings.
Frequent standing, reaching, and lifting/moving equipment (up to 20 lbs).
- Note: UTMB retains exclusive rights to any media produced.
***This is a contract position through UTMB HealthCare Systems Staffing (HCSS), the in-house staffing agency for UTMB. No benefits are associated with this position, with the exception of the 401k retirement plan offered through HCSS.***
Compensation
+ **Hiring Range: $50.00**
Professor - Radiation Oncology Biology
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Faculty UTMB Health Requisition # 2501016 **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** Lead the Radiobiology research program, participate in intra- and inter-departmental conferences, meetings, and other activities in the department, pursue scholarly activities to include research, publications, and presentations at national and international meetings with the aim of applying and obtaining extramural funding.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
MD
**SALARY:**
Commensurate with experience.
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:**
**_UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities._**
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Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient - League City Campus (up to 19 hrs/wk)
UTMB Health job in League City, TX
**League City, Texas, United States** Therapy Services UTMB Health Requisition # 2503309 **_REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:_** Associates degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program. Licensed or eligible for license in the State of Texas. No experience required
**JOB SUMMARY:**
Provides physical therapy services under the guidelines set by the Practice Act of the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Advisors. Serves as a patient advocate assuring the delivery of physical therapy meets legal, ethical and institutional standards while adhering to the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of the department and the organization.
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:**
+ The Physical Therapist Assistant provides treatment to patients relative to age, culture and condition in assigned clinical area.
+ Documents patient treatment and progress, appropriately in the medical record. Documentation must meet peer review requirements.
+ Communicates pertinent patient information with the supervising physical therapist, patient, family members, physicians, team members, and other disciplines.
+ Participates in rounds, clinics, and case conferences as assigned.
+ Meets required competencies for assigned areas.
+ Delegates duties and monitor service delivery appropriately to Rehabilitation Aides
+ Supervise physical therapy assistant students as requested. One year experience preferred.
+ Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
**Work Schedule**
Up to 19.99 hours per week, not eligible for benefits.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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HCSS Acquisition Specialist - Purchasing
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
**Galveston, Texas, United States** **Hot** Clerical & Administrative Support HealthCare System Staffing Requisition # 2506513 To provide professional advisory, technical, and administrative skills necessary to acquire supplies, equipment, and services required by the institution in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulation, policies, and procedures. Responsible for performing various tasks related to the Procurement Cycle from planning through order fulfillment for routine procurements that require formal solicitation (ITB/RFP) and selection processes.
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:**
+ Assists Customers in procurement planning and project coordination by providing budgetary/cost analysis, sourcing, technical & commercial recommendations, defining project scope and requirements, scheduling and risk/benefit analysis information.
+ Prepares general bid-proposal documents including the development of appropriate specifications/requirements, evaluation & selection criteria and process, commercial and legal terms and bidders list.
+ Coordinates and leads the bid/proposal evaluation process and prepares award recommendation for basic contracts.
+ Coordinates and assists in leading the purchase and contract negotiations developing appropriate strategies and tactics to minimize institutional risks and achieve best value.
+ Prepares purchase order/contract documents in accordance with approved templates/formats to ensure inclusion of all appropriate terms, conditions, and requirements.
+ Issues purchase order releases and/or contract amendment consistent with the requirements of the agreement.
+ Actively engages in supplier sourcing and development activities including outreach to Historically Underutilized Businesses.
+ Provides information to Customer to ensure Customers' understanding of purchase order/contract requirements and obligations including Customer's responsibility, if applicable, for contract management and managing supplier performance.
+ Responsible for providing clarification of purchase order/ contract terms and requirements. Identifies discrepancies and facilitates negotiation/resolution of disputes.
+ Issues purchase orders and/or contract amendments consistent with the agreement terms.
+ Provides recommendations and/or prepares appropriate documents for contract renewals, extensions, modifications and termination in coordination with Customer and Purchasing Management.
+ Monitors supplier and/or customer performance and compliance with contract requirements and Purchasing's policies and procedures.
+ Prepares appropriate contract documents (i.e., bids/proposals, correspondence, purchase orders, amendments, etc.) and ensures they are properly completed, organized, filed, recorded, stored, and archived in accordance with applicable policies /procedures.
+ Coordinates compliance with all applicable UTMB, State, and Federal rules and regulations.
+ Develops a strong partnership with customers to proactively understand their ordering habits and trends to assist with their needs.
+ Serves as liaison between vendors, the institution, and departments.
+ Corresponds with parties involved to assure orders, shipping, anddeliveries are timely and in order.
+ Handles routine inquiries regarding the process and basic purchasing policies and procedures.
+ Develops and maintains effective relationships with internal and external customers and serves as a principal liaison between customers and operations.
+ Works closely with customers in problem resolution and consults with customers on problem prevention.
+ Maintains & reports service/process area outcomes.
+ Coordinates and/or assists in the development of service/process area policies and procedures.
+ Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:**
+ Demonstrates good negotiation skills and understanding of negotiation strategies and tactics.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
+ Demonstrate the ability to read, interpret and apply legal theories and concepts to develop and negotiate purchase order/contract terms to minimize institutional risk.
+ Good technical writing skills and ability to write specifications.
+ Demonstrates ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts
+ Good organizational and project management skills.
+ Demonstrates the ability to proactively assist customers with their immediate and long-term needs.
+ Ability to analyze and interpret data.
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work cross-functionally.
+ Working knowledge of current purchasing and on-line systems (e.g., Peoplesoft/Oracle).
+ Demonstrates good customer service skills.
+ Good verbal and written communications skills including the ability to plan, organize, and lead meetings or conduct presentations.
+ Detail oriented.
+ Good overall knowledge of the acquisition process, policies, and procedures.
+ Good mathematics and basic accounting skills.
+ Good problem resolution skills.
+ Ability to work in a team environment contributing ideas, participating in decisions, and achieving outcomes.
**MARGINAL OR PERIODIC JOB FUNCTIONS:**
Performs related duties as required.
**PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:**
Working knowledge of State of Texas Procurement guidelines
**REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:**
Bachelor's degree or equivalent and two years related experience.
* Work schedule is Monday-Friday (8a-5p)
***HCSS is the in-house staffing agency for UTMB, therefore there are no TRS benefits associated with this position. However, there is an opportunity to participate in the 401k retirement plan offered through HCSS.***
Compensation
+ **Hiring Range: $33.00**
Nutritionist I - Stafford WIC
UTMB Health job in Stafford, TX
**Stafford, Texas, United States** **New** Allied Health UTMB Health Requisition # 2504104 **Minimum Qualifications:** Bachelor's degree in related field. No experience required. **Preferred Qualifications:** Spanish speaking is preferred, but not required.
Nutritionist I provides nutritional information and services to patients, families, and interest groups.
**Job Duties:**
- Plans, organizes, coordinates, and evaluates nutritional programs.
- Develops and implements plan of care and correlates with other health services.
- Evaluates patient's nutritional care and provides follow-up continuity of care.
- Instructs patients and families in nutritional principles, diet, food selection and economics.
- Provides consultation to and works with community groups.
- Maintains records of all individuals counseled.
- Adheres to internal controls established for department.
- Performs related duties as required.
**Salary Range:** Actual salary commensurate with experience.
**Work Schedule:**
On-site, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab (Galveston)
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's in a health-related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's in a health-related field
• Minimum of three (5) years of clinical experience.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
• BLS and ACLS certified. .
• ACSM - Exercise Physiologist or AACVPR- Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
To facilitate healthier outcomes for not only cardiopulmonary patients but also others by offering fitness and health-related programs. Evaluate and execute an exercise plan for each patient regardless of diagnosis while focusing on risk reduction, behavior intervention, and modification.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Provides fitness evaluations and exercise prescriptions to patients
• Monitors the progress of the individual during the patient's enrollment period
• Provides fitness and health-related educational sessions for patients
• Skillfully utilize and maintain specialized equipment, devices, and computer programs
• Ability to communicate knowledge and experiences in the related field
• Ability to educate and motivate patients, tailoring specific goals to meet patients' needs
• Demonstrate excellent communication and listening skills
• Organizes and implements other programs that offer educational and practical information on
nutrition and exercise.
• Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms to monitor and
enforce compliance
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members-working closely with physicians, nurses, and
therapists to modify the patient's plan of care
• Exercise testing/prescription while monitoring resting/ exercise heart rate, blood pressures,
oxygen saturation, and EKG as needed.
• Fitness testing/exercise prescription as needed.
• Knowledge of exercise physiology and activity progression for fitness and outcome-oriented
goals
• Performs educational guidance for risk factor management of patients
• Ability to work well in an interdisciplinary team and interact with a variety of patients
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal
• Assists in the development and expansion of exercise planning for patients at risk to include risk reduction, behavior intervention, and modification
• Provides educational sessions and/or teaching on fitness and health-related topics to special
interest groups, conferences, students, etc.
• Provides an annual case study or journal article to peers
• Provides training to ancillary or nursing departments as requested
• Participates in community programs with the hospital or organizations
• Participates and assists with implementation and data gathering for quality assurance projects
• Participates in the training and mentoring of entry-level exercise physiologists
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UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Faculty UTMB Health Requisition # 2505889 **Graduate Studies Department Chair** The Department Chair reports directly to the Vice Dean for Academics of the School of Nursing (SON). The Department Chair will be a dynamic and visionary leader responsible for overseeing the administration, strategic planning, and academic excellence of our graduate nursing programs. The SON recently underwent successful accreditations with both CCNE and the COA. The Chair will also focus on faculty professional growth, faculty workload and teaching assignments, support faculty scholarship, faculty recruitment and evaluation, promote student success, and participate in special projects to enhance the organizational culture and productivity for our esteemed faculty. Serves as a leadership resource for the graduate academic programs housed in the department.
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:**
· Provides visionary leadership toward the achievement of department, SON, and University goals.
· Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of graduate curricula to maintain high standards of educational excellence.
· Manage departmental resources, including budget, faculty and staff, to optimize program effectiveness and efficiency.
· Foster a collaborative and supportive environment that promotes faculty development, mentorship, and scholarly activities.
· Oversee faculty workload/assignments, in collaboration with Program Directors and Track Coordinators.
· Conduct faculty evaluations, in collaboration Program Directors.
· Oversees in conjunction with the Department Chair for Undergraduate Programs in the recruiting and processing, and interviewing of prospective faculty candidates and makes recommendations to the Dean.
· Oversees the hiring process for Pay by Letter (PBL) clinical faculty.
· Work collaboratively with the Associate Dean for Professional Development to provide input for a faculty mentoring program.
· Make recommendations, and support implementation in collaboration with other members of the leadership team.
· Works collaboratively with Academic Service Group VII and Provost Administrative Academic Enterprise Performance Services and Office of Faculty Relations to ensure accuracy of faculty and PBL clinical faculty data and effort reporting.
· Review performance, counsel, recommend salary, and work collaboratively with human resources to resolve issues for direct reports.
· Submit/manage grants to fund faculty and program development initiatives in conjunction with the Vice Deans and Associate Deans.
· Promote and support faculty and student research initiatives and scholarly activities.
· Work collaboratively with the senior leadership team (Vice Dean for Academics and Research, Associate Deans for Professional Development, Student Affairs and Global Health/Community Engagement; Assistant Deans) and all faculty to implement the mission and vision for the SON.
· Plans for faculty and other resources needed to conduct programs and submits budget needs to the Vice Dean of Academics and SON Administrator.
· Oversees department budget development and implementation.
· Engage with community stakeholders, healthcare organizations, and alumni to strengthen partnerships and support the school's mission.
· Maintain a teaching a load of approximately 30% effort and scholarly faculty responsibilities/activities.
· Serve as an exemplary role model and supportive team member of the Dean's senior leadership group with all stakeholders, including university officials, SOM Advisory Council, SON alumni, faculty, students and staff.
· Contribute to a department culture that promotes collaborative decision-making, and enrichment.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Eligible for licensure or licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas. Maintain an unencumbered nursing license in State of Texas. Doctoral Degree in nursing or related field (MSN in Nursing required if doctoral degree in related field).
+ Eligible for or achieved rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
+ Excellent communication, interprofessional, and collaborative skills.
+ Significant experience in academic leadership, preferably within a nursing program.
+ A distinguished record of teaching, scholarship, and service in nursing education.
+ Experience with accreditation processes and curriculum development.
**SALARY:**
Commensurate with experience.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
Clinical Educator II - TDCJ Medical Surgical
UTMB Health job in Galveston, TX
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
RN with Master's degree in Nursing or related field. Five years of clinical experience. Certification in clinical specialty required. Current license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Clinical Educator II is responsible for the assessment, planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of professional development activities, which are evidence-based and meet the educational needs of administration, staff, and patients of the health system and/or the assigned service in achieving the goals of the institution. Utilizes available emerging technology to meet the needs of the adult learner in a variety of roles, responsibilities, work time and settings.
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