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Clinical Lab Scientist Chemistry/Per Diem

Description Please enter info here Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree required in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent required. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: CLS (NCA), MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification as a medical technologist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required. Graduates who are Registry eligible may be considered for employment, prior to receiving ASCP or equivalent certification. Must meet CLIA ‘88 requirements for performing high complexity testing as defined in the Federal Register, Vol. 57; 40, Subpart 493.1489. SKILLS: Must read and write English and be able to communicate effectively Laboratory equipment operation skills required. EXPERIENCE: Prefer one year of general laboratory experience. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Laboratory Director ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogen A ( Routine exposure risk. Routine exposure in daily duties. Exposed to potentially infectious material on a regular basis and is part of the expected job task.) May be required to wear gloves, laboratory coat, facemask, goggles. Exposed to carcinogenic, hazardous and flammable chemicals, biohazardous and radioactive materials, sharp needles and blades, infectious specimens, toxic fumes and mental stress. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: May be required to work more than a standard shift as dictated by workload, staffing, and equipment failure. Standing, sitting, and/or ambulating for the entire shift assigned. Prefer the ability to move Laboratory supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds.

  • Santa Fe, NM

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System Analyst, (Imaging Team)/ Full-time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Systems Analyst I is expected to configure and provide fundamental functional and technical support for the specified set of applications to a variety of business and clinical users. This position collaborates with the user community to resolve technical problems and application performance issues as well as support optimization and enhancement efforts. This entails customer-centric workflow and technical knowledge as well as contribution to the analysis, design, development, testing, and documentation, and implementation activities of assigned applications. The position will assist with analysis and timely resolution of problems within the software applications, and provide support for maintenance and upgrades Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor degree in a relevant field preferred An advanced Information Systems or Business degree will be considered an asset. Information system training preferred CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: If supporting Epic, Proficient or Certified status in one supported module required within 6 months of start date. SKILLS: Ability to work independently with limited supervision Conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize and work through conflicting demands leveraging critical thinking and decision-making skills; Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Organizational and time management skills; ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities; ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously Excellent customer service skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other productivity tools, and assigned applications and technologies preferred. EXPERIENCE: Minimum Qualifications: Four (4) years of experience in an information technology discipline, or healthcare operations including any clinical department, medical records, patient access, or revenue cycle. Relevant bachelor degree may substitute for (4) years of relevant experience. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Assigned to a Manager of Information Systems ENVIRONMENT: The position provides support in a 24/7 environment which will include rotating on-call support duties during off hours, weekends and holidays. May be required to travel to perform duties. May be required to work outside of normal working hours during on-call rotation or during significant outages or due to project demands. May be required to work long hours during critical problems or due to project demands. Bloodborne Pathogen: A General office setting with exposure to computer room environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift and transfer objects typically not in excess of 50 lbs. Extended use of video display terminal and keyboard utilizing sound ergonomic principals.

  • Santa Fe, NM

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Speech Pathologist Speech Pathology/Per Diem

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Assesses, diagnoses and treats disorders of Speech; articulation, fluency, and voice, Language; including expressive communication in oral, written, graphic and manual modalities, Oral, pharyngeal cervical esophageal and related functions including; swallowing disorders, oral function for feeding and orofacial myofunctional disorders, cognitive aspects of communication; including communication disability and other functional disabilities associated with cognitive impairment, Social aspects of communication; including challenging behavior, ineffective social skills, lack of communication opportunities. Is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring the plan of care for the person served. Performs and directs administration of all speech therapy modalities & collaborates throughout the process with the person served, his/her family and the interdisciplinary team. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: M.S.or M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology, Communicative Disorders or equivalent certified program. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current ASHA and New Mexico Speech & Language Pathology or current Clinical Fellowship Licensure required. BLS issued through American Heart Association certification required. SKILLS: Demonstrates accountability and skills in assessment/evaluation, decision making and time management. Should have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 2 years post CFY experience (preferred) or current Clinical Fellowship License. Atleast one year of previous clinical experience with neurologically impaired adults and dysphagia, including radiologic assessment. (preferred). . NATURE OF SUPERVISION: Responsible to: Director/Manager, Rehabilitation Services ENVIRONMENT: Works in a clean, well lighted, ventilated smoke-free environment. Potential exposure to communicable diseases, combative patients and hazardous chemicals. Minimal X-ray exposure. Subject to stressful professional relationships. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Good physical condition.Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing and walking. Lifts, positions, and transfers patients and manipulates occupied equipment. Lifts supplies or equipment up to 50 lbs. Potential strains resulting from lifting heavy patients and equipment.

  • Santa Fe, NM

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Distribution Clerk Central Supply/Per Diem

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Distributes supplies and equipment as necessary to the daily operation of the hospital. Provides direct support to all hospital units. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: High School Diploma or G.E.D. required. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Valid New Mexico Driver’s License preferred. SKILLS: . Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions in English. Basic computer literacy with ability to learn new software applications. EXPERIENCE: Six months experience in Central Supply or medical field preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION -Responsible to: Team Supervisor, Distribution Services ENVIRONMENT: - Blood borne pathogen - B Daily exposure to blood borne pathogens. Exposed to all weather conditions and elements. Handles hazardous materials as received into the Distribution area. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical requirements of walking, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, climbing and operating storeroom equipment. Subject to daily deadlines. Must be able to lift 70 pounds.

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Unit Secretary IP Ortho/Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Serves as communication center for nursing unit. Responsible for the completion of work in all areas of business pertaining to the functioning and operation of the nursing unit. This includes facilitating communication for the unit, processing of patient medical records, transcribing of physician orders, data entry and retrieval via utilization of various hospital information systems, completion of the departmental reports and log books, organization of the unit work area and support to the operations of patient care services, and maintaining stock level of routine supplies. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent, required. Unit secretary, medical terminology and computer experience preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS certification strongly encouraged. SKILLS: Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening) skills. Excellent phone etiquette and multi-line telephone skills. Basic computer, typing and data entry skills.Good organization and time management skills. Detail oriented and capability of performing multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to read, speak, and write English fluently. Basic Experience operating facsimile and duplicating equipment preferred. EXPERIENCE: One year in a clerical role. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Manager, Nursing Unit ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogens B May work irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around maintenance of desk and clerical duties in nursing unit. Exposure to infectious diseases. May perform prolonged work at computer station. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to write neatly and legibly and spell correctly. Most work is done in a sitting position over long periods of time with hands and arms slightly raised. Regular changes of position from sitting, standing, walking. Must be able to carry up to 15 lbs. and transport by wheelchair patients weighing 200 lbs. Must be able to listen to multiple conversations around working area while performing other tasks. Utilizes available tools to prevent worker injuries.

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Nursing Assistant Med Surg / Part-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a safe and comfortable patient environment. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of Nursing Assistant course within one year. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS certification required. Specialty certifications as required by each unit. SKILLS: Must be able to pass skills competency checklist as required by each unit. Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently. EXPERIENCE : Six months in a healthcare related field preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to : Director/Manager, Nursing Unit ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogens - B Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Subject to varying unpredictable situations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

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Clinical Nurse (RN) Recovery Room /Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse is a clinical practitioner who coordinates and implements patient care specific to the age of the patient population served on the assigned units. He/she ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner, consistent with the unit’s standards of care. He/she demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, philosophy and goals of the unit and organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice. Treats staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current New Mexico RN license or current Compact state license. BLS Certification required or within 2 weeks of hire date. All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. If nurse has the required certifications at time of hire, they must maintain the certifications and will not have a grace period to renew. (See Required Department Certification List detailed on the last page of this document.) SKILLS: Current knowledge and skills appropriate to age/type of patient population served Knowledgeable and sensitive to patients’ rights in the delivery of care Communicates in a clear concise manner appropriate to the developmental age of patient. EXPERIENCE: NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Patient Care Director or Manager ENVIRONMENT: Bloodborne pathogen C (OR, PACU, L & D); Bloodborne pathogen B (other Patient Care areas). Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Works in a clean, well lighted, ventilated smoke-free environment. Subject to stressful professional relationships. Working hours are varied, with flexibility due to unexpected changes in schedule and emergencies. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing and walking. Requires heavy physical effort to position, push and/or transfer patients or equipment and supplies. Requires considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching. Ability to judge distance and space relationships, see peripherally, distinguish and identify different colors. Hearing and visual acuity within normal or correctable limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

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Obstetric Assistant Women's Services/Per Diem

Description Please enter info here Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS certification required. SKILLS: Completion of competency based skills checklist. EXPERIENCE: One year Nursing Assistant experience preferred and/or completion of Nursing Assistant course within one year. Two years hospital experience preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Manager, Women’s Services ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogen C Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Subject to varying unpredictable situations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations. Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Occasionally lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

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Clinician (RN, LPN) Urology / Per Diem

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinician II will work collaboratively with physicians, staff and other health care professionals to provide a smooth health care continuum for all patients within the clinic setting. The nurse is an integral member of the clinic care team who works to ensure safety, best practice and high quality standards of care are maintained across the continuum. The Clinician II is responsible for coordinating a variety of patient wellness and chronic illness activities for the clinic’s entire patient population. Success will be measured by the results of the outcome performance measures of the population of patients in the clinic. (e.g. Patient Satisfaction, ACO, HCC, clinic quality dashboards). The Clinician II acts in a clinical leadership role utilizing concepts of critical thinking and creative problem solving to ensure positive outcomes in the delivery of clinical care. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing. RN Required. BSN preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICNESES: Licensed by State of New Mexico as a Registered Nurse. BLS Certification issued through American Heart Association required, or within 2 weeks of hire date. SKILLS: Knowledge of and practical use of good business English, spelling, arithmetic, practices Ability to communicate effectively using written and verbal skills Demonstrates effective teaching techniques, applying adult learning principles Demonstrates the ability to coordinate and implement appropriate educational materials for patients and their support systems EXPERIENCE: One year experience working as a nurse in a clinical setting preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: CSVCG Dyad In conjunction with clinic leadership and dyads: Supervises daily activities of medical assistants. In conjunction with Clinic leadership ensures timely orientation and competencies completion for all clinical support staff. Ensures provision of uninterrupted clinical care. Provides feedback to manager for annual performance evaluations of clinical staff. ENVIRONMENT: -Bloodborne pathogen: B PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighting up to 50 pounds. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Frequent exposure to bodily fluids, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

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Lab Assistant Inpatient Lab/Per Diem

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Is trained to perform processing blood and other body fluids, sendouts, and other tests as required. Obtains blood samples from the correct patient, ensuring that the blood is properly drawn and labeled following established procedures to assure the proper specimen for the requested testing. Is trained to become competent at venipunctures and skin punctures. May register and interview patients, obtaining accurate demographic and financial information. May be required to verify medical necessity for all Medicare patients. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: SKILLS: Ability to register patients, obtain specimens and dispense critical information in accordance with section, laboratory, and hospital policies and procedures. Must be able to read and write English and be able to communicate effectively. Must be able to operate laboratory equipment, computer systems. EXPERIENCE: Relevant experience preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Laboratory Manager, Drawsite Manager, Supervisor ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogen: -C (Routine Exposure Risk. Routine exposure in daily duties. Exposed to potentially infectious material on a regular basis and is part of the expected job risk) Generally works in a well lighted, ventilated area. Exposure to disagreeable odors, toxic fumes, and high noise levels and fluctuations in temperatures. Exposed to carcinogenic, hazardous and radioactive materials; sharp needles and blades; infectious diseases; toxic fumes. Mental stress from working with infectious materials and reporting results that directly affect patient care. Activities of the job are carried out indoors, at blood drawing stations, or at a desk, bench or bedside. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: May be required to work more than a standard shift as dictated by workload, staffing, and equipment failure. Requires standing, sitting, stooping throughout the entire shift. Work occasionally requires safe waist-high lifting and transferring of pediatric and adult patients, usually with assistance. Pushing and pulling up to adult weights may be required. Higher than shoulder reaching may also be required. Work requires finger dexterity, good color vision, close work, good hearing, and good vision. Job often requires working rapidly and under time pressure for long periods of time.

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Patient Navigator (RN) Surgical Oncology / Full-time

Description Please enter info here Requirements EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Oncology Patient Navigator Certification (or obtained within 2 years) SKILLS: Demonstrate basic knowledge of medical and cancer terminology Demonstrate familiarity with and know-how to access and reference evidence-based information regarding cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship Demonstrate basic knowledge of cancer, cancer treatment, and supportive care options, including risks and benefits of clinical trials and integrative therapies Identify potential physical, psychological, social, and spiritual impacts of cancer and its treatment Demonstrate general understanding of healthcare payment structure, financing, and where to refer patients for answers regarding insurance coverage and financial assistance Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in the effective exchange of information and collaboration with patients, their families, and health professionals Employ active listening and remain solutions-oriented in interactions with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team Demonstrate empathy, integrity, honesty, and compassion in difficult conversations licensed and non-licensed professionals and act within professional boundaries Demonstrate basic understanding of cancer, healthcare systems, and how patients access care and services across the cancer continuum to support and assist patients Ability to coordinate various functions and activities for maximum cooperation and integration of services providers and persons receiving care within a clinic for continuum of care services Ability to understand and implement sensitivity and culture of care measures appropriate to a diverse population Ability to work with various levels of the CHRISTUS organization including clinical, financial, administrative and medical staff. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a health care setting and related experience with quality, care coordination and oncology preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Manager, Cancer Center ENVIRONMENT: - Blood borne pathogens - A Well-lighted office area. Occasional exposure to activities and infectious diseases in patient care areas. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to move around settings of care. Requires close work, good vision, dexterity to write as well as to use computer keyboard. Ability to handle stressful situations.

  • Santa Fe, NM

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Clinical Lab Scientist Microbiology/Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Analyze specimens according to section procedures and policies, ensuring the appropriateness of the sample. Accurately apply the test procedures, confirm unusual results, and reviews and reports all results according to laboratory policy to enable clinicians to perform accurate patient assessments. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree required in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent required. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: CLS (NCA), MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification as a medical technologist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required. Graduates who are Registry eligible may be considered for employment, prior to receiving ASCP or equivalent certification. Must meet CLIA ‘88 requirements for performing high complexity testing as defined in the Federal Register, Vol. 57; 40, Subpart 493.1489. SKILLS: Must read and write English and be able to communicate effectively Laboratory equipment operation skills required. EXPERIENCE: Prefer one year of general laboratory experience. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Laboratory Director ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogen A ( Routine exposure risk. Routine exposure in daily duties. Exposed to potentially infectious material on a regular basis and is part of the expected job task.) May be required to wear gloves, laboratory coat, facemask, goggles. Exposed to carcinogenic, hazardous and flammable chemicals, biohazardous and radioactive materials, sharp needles and blades, infectious specimens, toxic fumes and mental stress. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: May be required to work more than a standard shift as dictated by workload, staffing, and equipment failure. Standing, sitting, and/or ambulating for the entire shift assigned. Prefer the ability to move Laboratory supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds.

  • Santa Fe, NM

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