Surgical First Assistant - General Surgery - Full Time

Description Want to apply Read all the information about this position below, then hit the apply button. Hiring bonus incentive of $10,000 for a 2-year commitment. Summary: As defined by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), surgical assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant performs these functions under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. The surgical assistant is responsible for assisting the surgeon under direct and indirect supervision throughout preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative dillies and procedures at all times. The surgical assistant facilitates the safe positioning of the patient according to the surgeon's preference, patient's anatomical and physiological limits, and surgical procedure to be performed. A preoperative introduction visit may be done to assess the surgical site to better aid in positioning. Assists circulator and anesthesia provider in preparation of the patient to include but not limited to: Foley catheter placement, tourniquet application, placement of intravenous catheters, cricoid pressure application, and other procedures as needed. The surgical assistant performs specific tasks according to individual surgeon preference utilizing appropriate techniques including, but not limited to: incision and layered closure of surgical sites, providing exposure, achieving hemostasis by means of injection, manual, and topical methods, and application of appropriate energy sources, manipulation and dissection/removal of tissues, aides in implanting, securing, and/or removal of devices and drains, and applying appropriate dressing material specific to procedure. The surgical assistant applies any other specific dressing material such as splints or casts. Assesses skin integrity, assists in transfer of the patient, and follows the patient to recovery if needed or directed by surgeon. The surgical assistant who has appropriate training also performs under surgeon supervision other procedures including but not limited to: vein and graft harvesting, and graft and implant preparation. xibtplm The surgical assistant performs additional duties as delegated by the surgeon in cooperation with state and local policy. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent is required Graduation from an accredited Surgical First Assist Program, State Board accredited Vocational School of Nursing, or Graduate of School of Surgical technology required Experience 2 years of Surgical Tech experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant required ACLS preferred Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time

Clinical Nurse (LPN - RN) Inpatient Rehab/ Full-Time

Description Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button. Please enter info here Requirements EDUCATION: Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current New Mexico LPN license required. BLS Certification required or must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire date. All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. (See Required Department Certification List detailed on the last page of this document.) SKILLS: Must be able to pass LPN skills competency checklist applicable to area. LPN IV Therapy Certification preferred. Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently. EXPERIENCE: Six months of hospital experience required. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Manager or Director ENVIRONMENT: Bloodborne pathogens - C (OR, Recovery Room, Labor and Delivery). Bloodborne pathogens - 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/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 required. xibtplm Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

Clinical Manager (RN) Med Surg/Full-Time

Description You could be just the right applicant for this job Read all associated information and make sure to apply. POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Nurse Manager is responsible for the management of clinical nursing services. Works closely with the Director, and Medical Staff leadership to develop, implement, and maintain clinical and educational programs that enhance the quality of care and achieve a high level of patient and provider satisfaction. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing. BSN preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: R.N. with current New Mexico State license. BLS issued through American Heart Association, and other certification as applicable to area. National certification in area of expertise is preferred. SKILLS: Strong clinical and leadership skills and previous management experience including experience in facilitating interdisciplinary team collaboration. Evidence of such experience should include: Strong nursing knowledge and clinical skills Effective communication skills (verbal and written) Strong analytical skills Ability to problem solve; ability to appropriately confront issues Ability to motivate others as individuals and as a team Ability to plan, organize, direct, and manage the activities of others Ability to effectively run meetings and to negotiate deadlines. Ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences Experience in dealing with physicians on an administrative level and ability to work collaboratively with medical staff members and leadership EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years experience in clinical role in medical/surgical services. xibtplm Two years progressive management experience.

Surgical First Assistant - General Surgery

Description To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women’s services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center. Summary: As defined by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), surgical assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant performs these functions under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. The surgical assistant is responsible for assisting the surgeon under direct and indirect supervision throughout preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative dillies and procedures at all times. The surgical assistant facilitates the safe positioning of the patient according to the surgeon's preference, patient's anatomical and physiological limits, and surgical procedure to be performed. A preoperative introduction visit may be done to assess the surgical site to better aid in positioning. Assists circulator and anesthesia provider in preparation of the patient to include but not limited to: Foley catheter placement, tourniquet application, placement of intravenous catheters, cricoid pressure application, and other procedures as needed. The surgical assistant performs specific tasks according to individual surgeon preference utilizing appropriate techniques including, but not limited to: incision and layered closure of surgical sites, providing exposure, achieving hemostasis by means of injection, manual, and topical methods, and application of appropriate energy sources, manipulation and dissection/removal of tissues, aides in implanting, securing, and/or removal of devices and drains, and applying appropriate dressing material specific to procedure. The surgical assistant applies any other specific dressing material such as splints or casts. Assesses skin integrity, assists in transfer of the patient, and follows the patient to recovery if needed or directed by surgeon. The surgical assistant who has appropriate training also performs under surgeon supervision other procedures including but not limited to: vein and graft harvesting, and graft and implant preparation. xibtplm The surgical assistant performs additional duties as delegated by the surgeon in cooperation with state and local policy. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent is required Graduation from an accredited Surgical First Assist Program, State Board accredited Vocational School of Nursing, or Graduate of School of Surgical technology required Experience 2 years of Surgical Tech experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant required ACLS preferred Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time

Clinical Nurse (LPN - RN) Inpatient Rehab/ Full-Time

Description Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button. Please enter info here Requirements EDUCATION: Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current New Mexico LPN license required. BLS Certification required or must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire date. All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. (See Required Department Certification List detailed on the last page of this document.) SKILLS: Must be able to pass LPN skills competency checklist applicable to area. LPN IV Therapy Certification preferred. Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently. EXPERIENCE: Six months of hospital experience required. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Manager or Director ENVIRONMENT: Bloodborne pathogens - C (OR, Recovery Room, Labor and Delivery). Bloodborne pathogens - 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/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 required. xibtplm Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

Monitor Technician - Monitoring Central Telemetry

Description You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below. Summary: The technician assumes the responsibilities for constant electro-cardiographic monitoring with rapid, accurate notification of questionable patterns, and provides accurate documentation of information obtained from the cardiac monitoring equipment. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescent, young adult, adult, and geriatric patients. Responsibilities: Meets the expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Patient Monitoring. Monitors ECG rhythms. After receiving report, watches cardiac monitors constantly and reports immediately to the appropriate RN any changes in rhythm or exceeding alarms parameters. Enters patient information and approved into central monitor. Sets and maintains alarm limits according to policy. Discharges patient as approved by the RN. Monitoring Equipment Maintenance. Assures that all monitoring equipment is clean and stored in their proper place. Uses equipment and supplies with proper care at all times. Demonstrates proper knowledge of equipment function and supplies. Reports malfunctioning equipment to the charge nurse and clinical equipment department. Takes responsibility for procurement of new supplies and informs Unit Director of supply needs as they occur. Communication. Punctually gives/receives report on assigned patients. Report includes current information displayed on screen and arrhythmia analysis/history of each patient. Give a brief and accurate summary to the Charge Nurse of the patient's status hourly. Maintains a cooperative relationship with the medical staff. Assists the nurse in informing physician of patient ECG history. Accepts re-assignments and functions productively when reassigned. Answers phone quietly, quickly, and respectfully at all times. Accurately relays messages. Notifies RN of any dysrhythmia. Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed. Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately. Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Successful completion of Monitor Tech course preferred. Experience Previous hospital clerical experience or equivalent training or education preferred. xibtplm Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications EKG within 90 days of hire/transfer date is required. Work Schedule: 7AM - 7PM Work Type: Full Time

Surgical First Assistant - General Surgery

Description To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women’s services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center. Summary: As defined by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), surgical assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant performs these functions under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. The surgical assistant is responsible for assisting the surgeon under direct and indirect supervision throughout preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative dillies and procedures at all times. The surgical assistant facilitates the safe positioning of the patient according to the surgeon's preference, patient's anatomical and physiological limits, and surgical procedure to be performed. A preoperative introduction visit may be done to assess the surgical site to better aid in positioning. Assists circulator and anesthesia provider in preparation of the patient to include but not limited to: Foley catheter placement, tourniquet application, placement of intravenous catheters, cricoid pressure application, and other procedures as needed. The surgical assistant performs specific tasks according to individual surgeon preference utilizing appropriate techniques including, but not limited to: incision and layered closure of surgical sites, providing exposure, achieving hemostasis by means of injection, manual, and topical methods, and application of appropriate energy sources, manipulation and dissection/removal of tissues, aides in implanting, securing, and/or removal of devices and drains, and applying appropriate dressing material specific to procedure. The surgical assistant applies any other specific dressing material such as splints or casts. Assesses skin integrity, assists in transfer of the patient, and follows the patient to recovery if needed or directed by surgeon. The surgical assistant who has appropriate training also performs under surgeon supervision other procedures including but not limited to: vein and graft harvesting, and graft and implant preparation. xibtplm The surgical assistant performs additional duties as delegated by the surgeon in cooperation with state and local policy. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent is required Graduation from an accredited Surgical First Assist Program, State Board accredited Vocational School of Nursing, or Graduate of School of Surgical technology required Experience 2 years of Surgical Tech experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant required ACLS preferred Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time

Staffing Specialist Nursing Administration/ Per Diem

Description For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on. POSITION SUMMARY: Provides technical support to the operations of patient care services through performance of scheduling, staffing, and report development and special projects related to staffing and scheduling. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent required. One year post high school courses in business preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: N/A SKILLS: Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening) skills. Multi-line telephone skills. Demonstrates ability in technical and analytical functions, knowledge of computer applications preferred. EXPERIENCE: Experience in the health care field especially hospital experience preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Administrative Supervisors and Directors on daily basis ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogen A Works regular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities in office setting with daily visits to patient care areas. Walking and standing. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations and remain calm during such times. Considerable sitting/standing/walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Sits and uses computer for extended periods. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. xibtplm Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

Staffing Specialist Nursing Administration/ Per Diem

Description For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on. POSITION SUMMARY: Provides technical support to the operations of patient care services through performance of scheduling, staffing, and report development and special projects related to staffing and scheduling. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent required. One year post high school courses in business preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: N/A SKILLS: Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening) skills. Multi-line telephone skills. Demonstrates ability in technical and analytical functions, knowledge of computer applications preferred. EXPERIENCE: Experience in the health care field especially hospital experience preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Administrative Supervisors and Directors on daily basis ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogen A Works regular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities in office setting with daily visits to patient care areas. Walking and standing. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations and remain calm during such times. Considerable sitting/standing/walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Sits and uses computer for extended periods. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. xibtplm Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

Echocardiogram Technician - Cardiology Noninvasive

Description While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required. Summary: Perform quality diagnostic echo cardiology procedures independent of supervision and responds to the cardiologists input as appropriate. Assume responsibility for related tasks as assigned. Promotes teambuilding initiatives within service line and departments serviced. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organizations mission, values, and culture. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Performs all routine echocardiograms for evaluation of possible abnormal heart defects or disease. Assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms. Performs stress echocardiograms to evaluate for coronary artery disease. Notifies physicians daily for exam interpretation. Checks weekly for needed supplies. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the age specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. Appropriately adapts assessment, treatment, and/or service methods to accommodate age-specific or other developmental needs of of the patient. Demonstrates adherence to the Core values of Christus Healthcare. Associate is expected to be certified by ARDMS or CCI within 1 year of hire, but not required. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: Education/Skills High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology preferred. Experience Two years of experience in the cardiology field preferred. Experience with stress testing is preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS Required. xibtplm DCS, RCS, RDMS through ARDMS or CCI preferred. Work Type: Per Diem As Needed