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Requisition Number: 8832 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 14A CARDVASC ADMIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

The manager of Cardiovascular Ultrasound is responsible for leading University of Utah Health Care’s high profile Echocardiography Lab, Vascular Lab, and Mobile Cardiovascular Service departments. The manager has responsibility for multiple operational sites including the Huntsman Cancer Hospital, University of Utah Hospital, and 20+ clinic or satellite locations. Manager is responsible to maintain Echo Lab ICAEL and Vascular Lab ICAVL accreditations. The position reports to the director of the Cardiovascular Service Line and works collaboratively with medical directors of Echo Lab and Vascular Lab.

- Annual budget responsibility: $15.5 million
- Number of employees: 45
- Echocardiography total number of studies: 15,000
- Vascular ultrasound total number of studies: 7,300

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all aspects of the assigned department's internal and external customer service, as well as the human resource and financial management operations. The incumbent acts as a catalyst between the department and its customers, and staff, to ensure continuity and quality of service and care.

Responsibilities:

- Guides department(s) in mission, vision, and values.
- Operationalize the department goals in alignment with the Executive Director, and Director's, goals and strategies.
- Financial responsibility for the labor and operations of the area.
- Manages the hiring, orienting and development of staff.
- Conducts employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors.
- Clarifies and supports organizational policies and procedures.
- Implements and enforces department policies.
- Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing, or certification.
- Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.
- Networks and builds relationships with others in similar organizations.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees, and processes, in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates, to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
- Knowledge of assigned department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan, and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in a related area of assignment, or equivalency.
- Four years of more progressively responsible management experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- At least two years management experience in health care
- Certified echocardiography or vascular sonographer

- Applicable supervisory training.
- Master’s degree in a related area, or equivalency.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Manager%2C-Cardiovascular-Ultrasound-Job-UT-84101/2504654/250465425046542013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 14A CARDVASC ADMINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9019 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 17E HEALTH INFO CODING

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position audits the accuracy and completeness of diagnosis and procedure coding, DRG assignment, and abstracted data – POA, Discharge Disposition -- to support that appropriate reimbursement and clinical severity is captured for the level of service rendered Provides ongoing education to coders, physicians, and other clinical staff. The incumbent serves in an advisory and educator role for coding and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

- Possess strong knowledge of the diagnosis and procedure codes.
- Reviews inpatient medical records for select payer populations post-discharge and pre-bill; audits the accuracy and completeness of diagnosis and procedure coding, DRG assignment, and abstracted data – POA, Discharge Disposition.
- Reviews discrepancies between the Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS) DRG and the Coder DRG
- Reviews non-CC/MCC records to determine if record was miscoded or if additional documentation is needed.
- Develops and coordinates educational and training programs regarding technical coding and clinical topics for the coding staff.
- Develops and implements education of physician, nursing, and other clinical staff to improve documentation to yield better coding.
- Works effectively with the Coding Manager to improve coding services provided by the coding staff.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Possesses knowledge of DRG and grouping methodologies; in particular what diagnoses / procedures impact DRG assignment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to develop relationships necessary to facilitate and educate.
- Excellent prioritization and organizational skills.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor's degree or a minimum of six years experience of HIM Management.
- Four years of experience with coding ICD9.
- Clinical Coding Specialist (CCS) certification

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- RHIA/RHIT]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-DRG-Coding-Auditor-Job-UT-84101/2557124/255712425571242013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 17E HEALTH INFO CODINGfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9053 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC CST 80A CARE NAVIGATION

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Clinical-Nurse-PRN-Job-UT-84065/2559927/255992725599272013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC CST 80A CARE NAVIGATIONfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9086 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: PRN, as needed Location Name Greenwood Health Center

City: Midvale State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80G GWHC NURS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Medical Assistant National Certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Midvale-Medical-Assistant-Job-UT-84047/2571731/257173125717312013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC OPC 80G GWHC NURSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSMidvale, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9168 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IRC 20F NURS SRVC ADMIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position directs the operations and strategic planning of human resources, customer/patient services, and financial management for the Perioperative units in supporting the goals and mission. The incumbent acts as a catalyst between departments, faculty, physicians and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service.

The Director of Perioperative Business Services is a key member of the Perioperative Governance Structure. This position works in partnership with Administrative Director of perioperative services and provides operational and financial information to members of the perioperative governance structure. The Director coordinates and evaluates the operational and financial management activities of the perioperative materials management team, postoperative data entry staff, and scheduling personnel to attain departmental, divisional, and organizational goals and objectives. The Director is responsible for perioperative data/dashboard reporting; scheduling management; financial operations, including budget development and justification, charge capture, and billing; control of perioperative expenses; business plan development for new services; vendor management; and oversight of perioperative services computer applications.

Develops and implements effective, results-oriented management reports/tools for each cost center in perioperative services. Utilizes quality improvement reports and redesign principles in working with staff and other departments to continually improve service and efficiencies.

Responsibilities:

- Guides multiple areas or departments in mission, vision, and values.
- Operationalize the strategy in alignment with the organization goals and strategy.
- Financial responsibility for the labor and operations of the perioperative areas.
- Manages the hiring, orienting and development of staff.
- Conducts employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors.
- Clarifies and implements organizational policies and procedures.
- Develops department policies in alignment with organizational policies.
- Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing or certification.
- Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.
- Networks and builds relationships with others in similar organizations.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to determine the appropriate staff mixes to support patient and customer needs.
- Knowledge of hospital business operations and demonstrated strategic planning skills.
- Knowledge of budgeting practices, reporting analysis and forecasting.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related area or equivalency.
- Six years of progressive management experience.
- Three years experience in a health care facility.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Health Care Administration or a related area.

- Experience leading the business functions of a Perioperative
Department: at a healthcare facility.
- Some experience in an Academic Medical Center setting would be helpful but is not necessary.
- Experience analyzing and utilizing data to make operational and strategy decisions.
- Experience with building and managing a budget.
- Lean/Six Sigma training helpful but not necessary.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Director%2C-Perioperative-Business-Service-Job-UT-84101/2585586/258558625855862013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IRC 20F NURS SRVC ADMINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9182 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: All Shifts All Days Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI ENT 93F CRIS TRAUMA SOC WK

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

Under the supervision of a licensed social worker this position assists other individuals with chemical dependency or mental disorders.

University of Utah Health Care is currently accepting applications for future/potential opportunities.

Responsibilities:

- Provides crisis intervention services to patients experiencing distress.
- Responds as part of the Mobile Team to provide outreach services to patients.
- May makes referrals to appropriate community resources.
- Follows up with patients as appropriate.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job outlined above
- Strong organizational and follow through skills
- A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
- Demonstrated human relations and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and problem solve
- Must possess knowledge of community resources, discharge planning, and crisis counseling
- Demonstrate the knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status
- Good interpersonal skills to acquire the trust of patients and respond appropriately in a crisis situation
- Knowledge of HIPPA and ability to adhere to the requirements

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalency.
- Certified Peer Specialist in the State of Utah
- Some assignments may require a current Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card

All of the following license(s)

- Certified Peer Specialist]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Certified-Peer-Specialist-%28Future-Opportunities%29-Job-UT-84101/2587970/258797025879702013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUNI ENT 93F CRIS TRAUMA SOC WKfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9161 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Days Location Name Business Services Building

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 10R SINGLE BUS OFFICE

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position is responsible for facilitating the resolution of funding issues for insured and self-pay hospital patients. Assists patients in collecting and completing the required documents needed to obtain state, or other third-party, financial assistance. Maintains on-going communication and education with physicians, case managers and case workers, and patients, regarding the status of funding. Works with Medical Director, physicians, and billing offices to determine cost estimates for procedures and coordinates patient access to scheduled procedures.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Interviews and evaluates patients to determine eligibility for assistance programs and helps complete associated forms.
- Explains topics of insurance coverage, treatment costs, prompt pay and financial hardship discounts to patients and family members during catastrophic or challenging life events which may involve, but are not limited to death, amputation and disability.
- Contacts appropriate agencies to obtain information and paperwork necessary to process patients’ assistance applications. These resources can include state caseworkers, banks, social Security Administration, employers, medical facilities, workers compensation administrators, insurance companies, and police departments.
- Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with patient to meet their needs, ensure process compliance, and resolve outstanding billing issues between physicians, hospitals and insurance companies.
- Follows up with patients who do not qualify for outside assistance to determine financial hardship discount, charity write-offs or payment arrangements.
- Confirms correct insurance information and coordinates efforts with various teams for correct and timely billing.
- Acts as gate-keeper for scheduled procedures wherein patients have inadequate or no funding.
- Coordinates Certificates of Medical Necessity, determines and collects payments due prior to procedure, and communicates ineligibility to physicians and patients when necessary.
- Determines third-party liability in cases of injury or assault and initiates and amends hospital and attorney liens.
- Initiates claim process with third-party payor (i.e.: auto insurance company, worker’s compensation) on behalf of patient when appropriate.
- Schedules intake appointments for new patients and updates patient demographics and registration information as needed.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of commercial or government billing requirements, Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) regulations, and customer service practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, word processing, and spreadsheets.

Qualifications:

Required

- Four years experience with medical accounts receivable, insurance claims, or equivalency.*LI-KW1

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Comprehension of Medicaid eligibility guidelines and bilingual language skills may be preferred.

cbuilder]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Patient-Financial-Advocate-%28Call-Center%29-Job-UT-84101/2592468/259246825924682013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ISC 10R SINGLE BUS OFFICEfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9202 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30AM -5:00PM Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 17E HEALTH INFO CODING

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for abstracting, coding, and sequencing the classification of medical and surgical procedures, diagnosis, and treatment modalities on Inpatient and Day Surgery records. Selects the most accurate and descriptive codes from the listings of International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification, (ICD-9-CM American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT-4) Coding system, and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS). Assigns DRG’s and performs coding compliance reviews. Abstracts and codes pertinent medical data into multiple software programs.

Responsibilities:

- Responsible for the coding Multispecialty/Proficiency (ICD-9 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding) and Facility IP Coding.
- Ensures coding compliance within the Medical Record Policies and Procedures through on-going educational sessions with Medical Records. Follows Joint Commission, Medicare and third party documentation guidelines and the official guidelines for assigning ICD-9-CM diagnosis and procedure codes in efforts to continually improve the quality of medical record documentation.
- Responsible for maintaining current ICD-9 coding skills in keeping with regulatory changes.
- Thoroughly reviews medical records and accurately codes the admitting (when needed), principal and necessary secondary diagnoses and procedures using ICD-9-CM coding conventions.
- Extracts pertinent data from the patient’s health record, and determines appropriate coding for reports and billing documents. Identifies codes for reporting medical services, procedures performed by physicians, and enters codes into computer system.
- Utilizes the coding query process to providers to request missing information. Corrects records with inconsistent information and/or containing discrepancies.
- Perform routine audits independently and participates in performance improvement.
- Ability to organize and lead teams. Prioritizes and coordinates work processes. Ability to assist in conflict management of team. Provides support to supervisor and management.
- Provides feedback and education to physician and professional staff regarding changes in coding methodology and enhanced documentation procedures for optimizing reimbursement.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to accurately code information when available documentation is vague or ambiguous.
- Ability to coordinate with the billing office to identify unbilled accounts and locating or generating the coding required to receive reimbursement.
- Must abide by Hospital, State, and Federal coding guidelines established by the Joint Commission, American Hospital Coding Association, and Medicare/Medicaid.
- Ability to resolve questions or requests from various entities that involve researching and verifying coding in patient records.

Qualifications:

Required

- Associate Degree in related area.
- One of the following certifications; Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
- Minimum 3 years to 4 years ongoing inpatient coding and abstracting experience in ICD-9-CM, DRGs, and CPT / HCPCS, including modifiers and APCs.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Inpatient-Coder-Job-UT-84101/2595152/259515225951522013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 17E HEALTH INFO CODINGfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9216 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 08-1630 Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Resource Nursing is the float pool of the University Healthcare system. The successful candidate will float throughout the clinics located in University Hospital, South Jordan Health Center and Community Clinics
- ACLS certification required
- 2 years of recent clinic experience as an RN]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-Resource-Nursing-Outpatient-Clinics-Job-UT-84101/2595155/259515525951552013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9214 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: 12 hour shifts starting at 7am or 7pm Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.
- Resource Nursing is the float pool of University Hospital.
- The successful candidate will float throughout the ICU units which include:Surgical, Medical, Neuro, Burn ICU units. The candidate will also float throughout the Intermediate Care Unit and the Huntsman Oncology ICU.
- 1 year of ICU experience within the past 3 years is mandatory. Those candidates without ICU experience will not be considered.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-Resource-ICU-Float-Pool-Job-UT-84101/2597548/259754825975482013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9215 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Resource Nursing is the float pool of the University Healthcare system. The successful candidate will float throughout the clinics located in University Hospital, South Jordan Health Center and Community Clinics
- 1 year of recent MA experience is required
- English and Spanish speaking is preferred]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Assistant-Resource-Nursing-PRN-Job-UT-84101/2597549/259754925975492013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9274 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, variable 8am to 6:30pm (30 hours a week) Location Name Westridge Clinic

City: WEST VALLEY CITY State UT

Department: UCC CST 80A CLINICAL RX ADMIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EOE/AA

This position provides the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations, compounding or otherwise preparing, filling, pricing, and delivering pharmaceuticals or other related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions, completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting computer data, and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to provide Pharmacy
Department: services. This position completes the essential functions of the job under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the pharmacist in tasks associated with patient care.
- Effectively manages supplies of the department.
- Problem solves operational issues within the department.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- Familiarity with medical terminology.
- May determine options from a variety of pre-established departmental policies and procedures, but cannot act outside of these unless authorized to do so by a Pharmacist.
- May vary work routines according to patient care priorities.
- Major problems encountered by incumbents include first line screening for medication order errors, drug or allergy contraindications, and processing non-formulary drug requests.
- Challenges encountered may include problem solving for operation and maintenance of all automated systems in the Pharmacy
Department: .
- Performing the essential duties of this position may involve standing for extended periods of time and/or handling heavy or bulky supply containers.
- Knowledge and ability to perform mathematical calculations for extemporaneous compounding and special dose preparation, rectifying drug distribution errors, reconciling billing and administration records, etc.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Current Pharmacy Technician licensure in the State of Utah.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/West-Valley-City-Pharmacy-Technician%2C-Westridge-Pharmacy-Job-UT-84118/2600200/260020026002002013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC CST 80A CLINICAL RX ADMINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSWest Valley City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9256 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: 4-midnight Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 21A NEUROLOGICAL CC

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- May process paperwork to order medical treatments and tests; collects/compiles/retrieves patient's test and lab results.
- May schedule patient appointments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Health-Care-Assistant-Neuro-ICU-Job-UT-84101/2602453/260245326024532013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 21A NEUROLOGICAL CCfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9225 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Location Name Business Services Building

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 10C CONTRACT SRVCS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

The incumbent will assist in the analysis of specific organizational and procedural problems and in the design or modification of computer programs to implement computer applications; test and debug new programs to verify their accuracy and completeness.

Responsibilities:

- Reviews, analyzes and modifies programming systems including encoding, testing, debugging and installing to support the organization’s application systems.
- Consults with users to identify current operating procedures and to clarify program objectives.
- Writes and revises program and system specifications to create directions for development and modifications of program code.
- Prepares charts, diagrams, correspondence and technical documents to support clients in understanding the data and work flows, procedures, process, scope and objectives.
- Assists clients with questions and problems on assigned systems to enable clients to obtain accurate and complete information and understand how to use the system.
- Performs routine systems maintenance tasks, including software, monitoring, system recovery and performance tuning.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Has knowledge of commonly use concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field.
- Ability to work well under high stress conditions.
- Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines.
- Ability to work well under immediate supervision.
- Ability to work in a changing environment.
- Flexibility in accepting assignments, including on call and overtime activities.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two to Three years of applicable experience.
- Associates Degree in Information Technology or related field or equivalency.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Bachelors Degree in Information Technology or related field

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Requisition Number: 9173 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Days Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH OPC 35A WOMENS HEALTH CARE

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Medical Assistant National Certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Assistant-Job-UT-84101/2604579/260457926045792013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH OPC 35A WOMENS HEALTH CAREfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, USDepartment:


Requisition Number: 9307 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Varied Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH OPC 29A EMERGENCY RM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact. *LI-AD1]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-Emergency-Department-Job-UT-84101/2607006/260700626070062013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH OPC 29A EMERGENCY RMfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9250 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Varies Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2C/BMT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Medical Assistant National Certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Assistant%2C-BMT-Clinic-Job-UT-84101/2607013/260701326070132013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2C/BMTfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9320 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name Business Services Building

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UIP CST 01H HEALTH PLANS ADMIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

The incumbent manages the installation, configuration and administration of Netbackup, Storage Tech Software/Hardware, in support of a large mission critical clinical Unix/Back up resource for other department members.

Plans, directs and supervises all electronic data and claims information systems. Responsible for compliance with HIPAA as it relates to the use of EDI to conduct business with the provider community. Responsible for interpretation and execution of legislation to ensure compliance. Ensures that privacy, accuracy, ownership and accessibility issues of information are maintained and reviewed periodically.

Conducts and coordinates the analysis, design and implementation of information systems to satisfy data processing needs of the user/client. Revises existing programs as needed. Reviews results of modifications with user/client and provides documentation for project completion.

Responsibilities:

- Installs, configures and maintains StorageTek hardware and associated peripherals, operating systems and software.
- Actively performs daily, routine and complex system administration/maintenance, including hardware and software upgrades, system recovery and performance tuning.
- Participates in conjunction with application stakeholders (as applicable) and ensures that all software patches are up to date.
- Maintains documentation of the environment, including but not limited to backup software management, backup hardware management, Operating System hardening procedures, change management, work orders and on-call.
- Works closely with DBA teams to make sure backups are performed and usable.
- Monitors system security and performance; troubleshoots security probes and hardware/software errors.
- Investigates and provides information to technical and project leads about operating system and utilities features and limitations.
- Designs and codes programs and scripts. Follows industry recommendations and department programming standards to ensure code efficiency. Troubleshoots and repairs existing scripts and provides input on code fixes and alternative solutions.
- Attends team meetings, and communicates (verbally and in writing) programming and system to appropriate staff and customers. Presents findings, recommendations and specifications both verbally and in writing. Provides time and resource estimates to managers for new projects as well as problem resolution.
- Tests applications and analyzes program output and error logs.
- Designs and Implements environments in support of mission critical applications required to be highly available using backup hardware/software.
- Continuously looks for system weaknesses and ways to improve on that which is currently implemented.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to work under pressure and time constraints.
- Ability to understand complex processes and communicated them to other disciplines.
- Broad knowledge of backup/Unix systems administration and proficiency with StorageTek enterprise hardware.
- Demonstrated recent ability to install/configure high-end enterprise backup solutions.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to lead small and mid-sized projects and teams.
- Must be able to accurately estimate effort to complete projects.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
- Two to Five years of IT experience.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Systems-Engineer-II-Job-UT-84101/2611651/261165126116512013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUIP CST 01H HEALTH PLANS ADMINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9288 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Sat-Fri Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 24A INTERMEDIATE CARE

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- May process paperwork to order medical treatments and tests; collects/compiles/retrieves patient's test and lab results.
- May schedule patient appointments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Health-Care-Assistant-IMCU-Job-UT-84101/2616274/261627426162742013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 24A INTERMEDIATE CAREfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9268 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday as needed 20-30hrs Location Name Business Services Building

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 10A ACCTING OFFICE

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

The internship is designed to give a master’s level student exposure to the inner workings of our healthcare organization. This learning opportunity is intended to refine the individual’s analytical, technical, decision-making, interpersonal and managerial skills through project work while providing broad exposure to healthcare issues within the hospital and medical foundation. This is a 3 month (450 hour) internship experience.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Participates and leads ongoing planning and execution of internship projects as assigned by the Preceptor and members of Senior Management.
- Obtains, analyzes, synthesizes, and interprets industry and institutional data, as well as market utilization and financial data. Assists in obtaining and evaluating benchmark data.
- Performs independent analysis of operational, financial and statistical information using spreadsheets, financial modeling software and computer aided design software as assigned.
- Prepares presentations and quality reports.
- Presents, communicates and disseminates findings.
- Maintains a current knowledge of emerging healthcare challenges facing hospitals and healthcare systems nationally.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the members of the Senior Management Team.

Qualifications:

Required

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated superior communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
- Ability to be highly innovative and independent in daily decision making.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Bachelor’s degree in business, a health field, or a related field, or equivalency.
- Current enrollment in a Master’s degree program in business, health care administration or a related field.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Administrative-Internship-Job-UT-84101/2616275/261627526162752013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ISC 10A ACCTING OFFICEfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9335 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday or as needed Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC CST 80S SJHC SPECIALTY ADM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes safety and well-being of all patients throughout the organization. Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates all intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities. The incumbent is responsible for all on-site administrative decisions in the absence of the administrative team. Seeks input from the administrator-on-call and other members of the management team as indicated. The incumbent participates in the development, implementation, and revision of hospital policies and procedures. This position supervises employees or processes by coordinating and overseeing work assignments. This individual participates in the interview process as well as assesses, develops and provides training for new and existing employees. This position has the authority to determine appropriate training needs and initiate disciplinary action.

Responsibilities:

- Coordinates the work of an area in the department in mission, vision, and values.
- Drives the operation in alignment of goals and strategy of the department.
- Schedules labor and equipment.
- May manage the hiring, orienting and development of staff.
- May conduct employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors.
- Drives operations in alignment with policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing or certification.
- Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated organizational, human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to resolve staff and scheduling conflicts in order to meet department goals and needs.
- Ability to orchestrate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.

Qualifications:

Required

- Three years of nursing experience.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Nursing-Supervisor-Job-UT-84065/2619205/261920526192052013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC CST 80S SJHC SPECIALTY ADMfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9357 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: varied Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 21A NEUROLOGICAL CC

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact. *LI-AD1]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-Neuro-ICU-Job-UT-84101/2619210/261921026192102013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 21A NEUROLOGICAL CCfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9238 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: .. Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI CST 93G PSYCHOLOGY

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment services of a clinical nature through direct patient care and consultation to University Hospital and Neuropsychiatric Institute patients.

University of Utah Health Care is currently accepting applications for future/potential opportunities

Responsibilities:

- Evaluates patients to determine status.
- Provides direct psychological services for University Hospital and/or Neuropsychiatric Institute patients.
- Collaborates with University and community agencies and departments to provide psychological and social services through outreach and consultation programs.
- Develops mental health programs of a remedial, developmental, and preventive nature.
- Trains and supervises pre-doctoral psychology interns and practicum students.
- Assists in directing or working within agency program and support areas, as assigned by director.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Program development and evaluation skills.
- Outreach consultation skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- Ability to provide patient care to patients and families resistant to treatment and delivering quality care within the constraints of managed care.

Qualifications:

Required

- Current licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Utah.
- One year experience in psychotherapy, group or family therapy within a clinical setting.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

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Requisition Number: 9304 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Location Name Greenwood Health Center

City: Midvale State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80G GWHC NURS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Medical Assistant National Certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Midvale-Medical-Assistant-Job-UT-84047/2623586/262358626235862013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC OPC 80G GWHC NURSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSMidvale, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9312 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 28A LVAD PROGRAM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Is responsible for facilitating the education and evaluation of recipients and live donors pre- and post-transplantation and is responsible for ongoing assessment, monitoring, education and intervention in the care of the transplanted patients. The coordinator provides education to health care providers and the general public regarding their specific area of transplantation and organ donation.

Responsibilities:

- Educates recipients, recipient’s families and potential donors regarding transplantation, expected outcomes, tissue typing, risks, complications and patient responsibilities. Provides emotional support to family members.
- Evaluates, interviews and screens potential LVAD recipients, transplant candidates and donors using pre-determined criteria; schedules lab work and procedures to evaluate potential recipients and donors and compiles reports.
- Schedules live donor transplants and assists in transplant procedures during live donor transplants.
- Obtains cadaver donor information; authorizes final cross match; contacts the recipient; assesses the recipient’s health; and coordinates hospital admission.
- Prepares patient for discharge by educating patient and family regarding problems, medication, home monitoring, lab tests, clinic visits, daily activities and routine follow-up.
- Reviews patient lab tests, patient monitoring records, and assesses patient problems.
- Participates in hospital committees and staff meetings; participates in patient care conferences and continuing education to keep abreast of latest trends in transplantation.
- Provides transplant education to nursing staff and provides public education regarding renal transplantation and organ donation.
- Promotes the University of Utah Transplant Programs to internal and external customers to maintain an increase in patient referrals.
- Participates in the development of all department policies and protocols and research projects.
- Monitors the electronic submission of all UNOS registration and follow-up forms.
- May coordinate LVAD patient’s admission and collaborate with the surgeon to ensure appropriate admission, surgery and post surgery care.
- May supervise and evaluate department support staff.
- May assist in developing the department budget and recommending annual adjustments.
- Works closely with insurance company case managers and provides transplant information, insurance coverage and contractual agreements to third party reimbursement.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- Five years of clinical nursing experience in the specific functional area.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Transplant-Coordinator-Job-UT-84101/2623587/262358726235872013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 28A LVAD PROGRAMfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9352 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 10R PAT ACCESS FIN SVC

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for facilitating the resolution of funding issues for insured and self-pay hospital patients. Assists patients in collecting and completing the required documents needed to obtain state, or other third-party, financial assistance. Maintains on-going communication and education with physicians, case managers and case workers, and patients, regarding the status of funding. Works with Medical Director, physicians, and billing offices to determine cost estimates for procedures and coordinates patient access to scheduled procedures.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Interviews and evaluates patients to determine eligibility for assistance programs and helps complete associated forms.
- Explains topics of insurance coverage, treatment costs, prompt pay and financial hardship discounts to patients and family members during catastrophic or challenging life events which may involve, but are not limited to death, amputation and disability.
- Contacts appropriate agencies to obtain information and paperwork necessary to process patients’ assistance applications. These resources can include state caseworkers, banks, social Security Administration, employers, medical facilities, workers compensation administrators, insurance companies, and police departments.
- Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with patient to meet their needs, ensure process compliance, and resolve outstanding billing issues between physicians, hospitals and insurance companies.
- Follows up with patients who do not qualify for outside assistance to determine financial hardship discount, charity write-offs or payment arrangements.
- Confirms correct insurance information and coordinates efforts with various teams for correct and timely billing.
- Acts as gate-keeper for scheduled procedures wherein patients have inadequate or no funding.
- Coordinates Certificates of Medical Necessity, determines and collects payments due prior to procedure, and communicates ineligibility to physicians and patients when necessary.
- Determines third-party liability in cases of injury or assault and initiates and amends hospital and attorney liens.
- Initiates claim process with third-party payor (i.e.: auto insurance company, worker’s compensation) on behalf of patient when appropriate.
- Schedules intake appointments for new patients and updates patient demographics and registration information as needed.
- Coordinates and manages all financial aspects related to insurance benefit information, authorization, billing and collections.
- Responsible for attending weekly intake meetings.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of commercial or government billing requirements, Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) regulations, and customer service practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, word processing, and spreadsheets.

Qualifications:

Required

- Four years experience with medical accounts receivable, insurance claims, or equivalency.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Comprehension of Medicaid eligibility guidelines and bilingual language skills may be preferred.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Patient-Financial-Advocate-Job-UT-84101/2623590/262359026235902013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 10R PAT ACCESS FIN SVCfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9368 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Evening

Work Schedule: .. Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC CST 80S SJHC ENV SERVICES

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position performs various cleaning tasks to provide all staff, visitors and patients a safe and clean environment by maintaining standards of cleanliness, sanitation and freedom from hazards and infections.

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

Responsibilities:

- Sweeps, cleans, mops, scrubs and dusts floors.
- Cleans toilets, basins, showers, bathtubs, patient beds and scrubs walls; dusts, cleans and vacuums furniture, fixtures doors and related furnishings by using appropriate cleaning supplies.
- Operates and maintains electric floor machines, snow blowers, industrial vacuums, carpet shampooing equipment and upholstery shampooing equipment.
- Cleans, refinishes and maintains a variety of floor coverings.
- Cleans patient rooms, beds, waiting areas and examination tables.
- Labels and removes infectious waste bags and containers.
- Transports custodial supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.
- Replaces sharp containers, transports trash and refuse, removes empty boxes and organizes closets.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- This position has the authority to experience a certain degree of autonomy in simply “keeping up” an assigned area under their jurisdiction, making independent judgments on needed activities and projects.
- Incumbents may function as a team leader on specific assignments or activities involving personnel of the same job classification.
- Challenges encountered in this position include working around patients, visitors and staff without causing any disruptions. For instance, the incumbent may have to decide whether or not to proceed with cleaning a patient’s room if the patient has visitors. Another challenge faced by incumbents is working with patient care units and other departments with specialized cleaning needs and hazards.
- The Health Care Custodian is challenged to determine if chemical spills are medical, infectious or a routine spill and then the appropriate procedure to follow in disposing of the spill.

Qualifications:

Required

- Entry level position.
- Dependent upon assigned department, a valid Utah driver’s license may be required.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Six months of related experience.
- Basic Life Support card or obtain one within one month of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Custodian-Job-UT-84065/2623593/262359326235932013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC CST 80S SJHC ENV SERVICESfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9388 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: .. Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI CST 93C ENVRNMTL SRVCS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position performs various cleaning tasks to provide all staff, visitors and patients a safe and clean environment by maintaining standards of cleanliness, sanitation and freedom from hazards and infections.

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

Responsibilities:

- Sweeps, cleans, mops, scrubs and dusts floors.
- Cleans toilets, basins, showers, bathtubs, patient beds and scrubs walls; dusts, cleans and vacuums furniture, fixtures doors and related furnishings by using appropriate cleaning supplies.
- Operates and maintains electric floor machines, snow blowers, industrial vacuums, carpet shampooing equipment and upholstery shampooing equipment.
- Cleans, refinishes and maintains a variety of floor coverings.
- Cleans patient rooms, beds, waiting areas and examination tables.
- Labels and removes infectious waste bags and containers.
- Transports custodial supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.
- Replaces sharp containers, transports trash and refuse, removes empty boxes and organizes closets.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- This position has the authority to experience a certain degree of autonomy in simply “keeping up” an assigned area under their jurisdiction, making independent judgments on needed activities and projects.
- Incumbents may function as a team leader on specific assignments or activities involving personnel of the same job classification.
- Challenges encountered in this position include working around patients, visitors and staff without causing any disruptions. For instance, the incumbent may have to decide whether or not to proceed with cleaning a patient’s room if the patient has visitors. Another challenge faced by incumbents is working with patient care units and other departments with specialized cleaning needs and hazards.
- The Health Care Custodian is challenged to determine if chemical spills are medical, infectious or a routine spill and then the appropriate procedure to follow in disposing of the spill.

Qualifications:

Required

- Entry level position.
- Dependent upon assigned department, a valid Utah driver’s license may be required.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Six months of related experience.

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Requisition Number: 9229 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Sat-Fri Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 24A SURG ICU

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-SICU-Job-UT-84101/2623596/262359626235962013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 24A SURG ICUfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9405 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F, 8 am to 5 pm Location Name Business Services Building

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UIP CST 01H HEALTH PLANS ADMIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for overseeing the collection, compilation, and input of data; analyzing and summarizing data; the development and/or preparation of reports, and for presenting findings and/or recommendations to management as well as internal and external customers.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Utilizes computer programs and software to analyze data; determines trends and changes in data.
- Develops and presents recommendations for a course of action based on the analysis of data.
- Provides documents and reports to management, internal and external clients / customers as required.
- Handles special projects and creates special reports as needed.
- Is the subject matter expert of the department in analytical disciplines such as managed care analytics, provider profiling, disease management.
- May provide guidance to more junior staff and/or perform supervisory duties.
- May train staff
- Oversees the collection and organization of data that are entered into databases.
- Ensures the accuracy of data, analyzes conflicting data, and verifies and collects missing information.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
- Working knowledge of the health care industry - knowledge of CPT/HCPC, DRG, Revenue, Diagnostic and Diagnostic Procedure codes, insurance and managed care principles, incentives and disincentives to the provision of care, Medicare and Medicaid programs.
- Demonstrated ability to independently determine the type and nature of analysis to be used to obtain the desired information or results, including data to be collected, analysis methods, presentation, and format and report structure.
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects, determining the best course of action or appropriate resources needed to complete a project or address a problem, obtain valid data and create clear and understandable reports that reflect the data being sought.
- Demonstrated ability to work well alone or in a team setting.
- Must be a self starter / self motivated.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated organizational skills.
- Demonstrated presentation skills.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalency.
- At least Five (5) years direct experience collecting, organizing, validating and analyzing health care claims data, and in the development and presentation of clear and consise reports.
- Advanced user of Microsoft Excel (VBA programming, Pivot Tables, Charts, advanced formulas) and Access.
- Previous experience in the development of SQL and stored procedures in Oracle.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Masters degree in business, health care administration, a related field or equivalency.
- Experience in the development of provider profiling and/or disease management reports.
- Microsoft Visual Basic program development.
- Advanced user of Microsoft]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Managed-Care-Analyst%2C-Senior-Job-UT-84101/2627684/262768426276842013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUIP CST 01H HEALTH PLANS ADMINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9337 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F 7:30AM to 6:00 PM Location Name Moran Eye Center

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: MOR OPC 31C RCKY MTN OPHTHALM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Performs preliminary examinations and evaluations of patients with ocular complaints, diseases, or disorders by initiating and executing technical tests utilized exclusively in ophthalmology. Provides information to and consults with ophthalmologists who facilitate the diagnosis and eventual treatment of patients.

Responsibilities:

- Demonstrate competency of all skills as noted in the OMS job description.
- Performs basic diagnostic tests such as Basic manifest refractometry, Basic ocular motility, Pupillary assessment, Measuring the a/c depth, Pachymetry, Tear tests, and Basic visual fields.
- Assist in ophthalmic imaging as needed, including: IOL Master, Contact A-scan, Anterior segment photography, External photography, Fundus photography, Corneal topography, HRT, GDX and OCT.
- Assist in patient flow including scribing.
- Assures an adequate inventory of consumables and supplies for designated work area.
- Instructs patients in ophthalmic conditions and treatment plans.
- Assists with laser procedures and other ophthalmic procedures including: Obtaining the consent of the patient, clean and sterile technique, assisting with laser procedures, assisting with intraocular injections, and assisting with other minor office procedures.
- Provides patient education including instructing patients of ophthalmic conditions and treatment plans; and teaching methods of contact lens insertion, removal, and care.
- Basic visual fields, including: Amsler grid and confrontation fields.
- Assist in ophthalmic imaging as needed, including:
- IOL Master
- Contact A-scan
- Anterior segment photography
- External photography
- Fundus photography

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- Ability to interpret the reliability and validity of test results and seeks additional guidance to ascertain the next appropriate treatment procedure.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of experience working in an allied health profession position in ophthalmology or six months work experience.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- JCAHPO certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).

Qualifications (Preferred):

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Requisition Number: 9376 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Rotating Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH IPC 60N BMT UNIT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- May process paperwork to order medical treatments and tests; collects/compiles/retrieves patient's test and lab results.
- May schedule patient appointments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Health-Care-Assistant%2C-BMT-Job-UT-84101/2627691/262769126276912013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH IPC 60N BMT UNITfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9373 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F, 8-5 Location Name Moran Eye Center

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: MOR OPC 31C OPHTHALMOLOGY CLIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Completes patient registration into Epic for Business system which may include gathering demographic information, inputting insurance information, and assigning guarantor accounts.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones by screening and directing patients to the appropriate person.
- May perform other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist-Job-UT-84101/2627692/262769226276922013-07-19University of Utah Health CareMOR OPC 31C OPHTHALMOLOGY CLINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9372 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Varies Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 11C PHARMACY IP

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Clinical pharmacists insure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy is implemented for all patients in their care and monitor care appropriately. This includes preparing medications, participating in the drug distribution process, monitoring drug therapy, providing drug information to patients and providers, providing clinical pharmacy services, solving medication related problems for individual patients as well as in the medication use process, and supervise daily workflow to accomplish daily tasks allotted to the pharmacist and those who report to him or her (e.g., technicians, residents, students, or interns). Clinical pharmacists participate in quality improvement projects to improve clinical care or pharmacy operations.

Clinical pharmacists must work effectively as a team member, communicate clearly, assertively, and professionally, to all pharmacy customers including patients, their families, and other staff members, and provide superior customer service when interacting with patients, visitors, family members, staff, co-workers, and vendors. Clinical pharmacists must be willing to work with trainees in the department (eg, students, interns, residents or new staff).

Responsibilities:

- Assesses appropriate drug information and literature resources, and provides effective information to varied audiences including patients, other health care professions, and peers.
- Solves problems in the medication use process for patients and the organization.
- Identifies and engages in organizational and department quality improvement activities to improve patient care, medication use process, and pharmacy operations.
- Educates and trains residents, students, interns, colleagues and other health care professionals as well as supervises technicians, residents, interns, or trainees in their job tasks.
- Responsible for the medication use process of preparing and dispensing medications following medication use policy and all laws, regulations, and standards applicable to pharmacy practice.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Ability and willingness to train department trainees (eg students, residents, new staff).
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- Advanced degree (PharmD or MS) or equivalent clinical practice experience.
- Demonstrated human relation, effective communication, and computer literacy skills.
- Additional qualifications may be required depending on area the pharmacist is primarily assigned to work. Examples of additional qualifications could include basic or advanced life-support training, residency training, or certifications.

All of the following license(s)

- Current licensure to dispense controlled substances in the State of Utah.
- Current Pharmacist license in the State of Utah (Obtain within 90 days of starting residency)

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Residency training.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Pharmacist-PRN%2C-Inpatient-Pharmacy-Job-UT-84101/2627693/262769326276932013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 11C PHARMACY IPfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9399 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Rotating Schedule / As needed / PRN Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH IPC 60N 5TH FL SURGICAL

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- May process paperwork to order medical treatments and tests; collects/compiles/retrieves patient's test and lab results.
- May schedule patient appointments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Health-Care-Assistant%2C-Surgical-Oncology-Job-UT-84101/2627699/262769926276992013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH IPC 60N 5TH FL SURGICALfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9276 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes safety and well-being of all patients throughout the organization. Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates all intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities. The incumbent is responsible for all on-site administrative decisions in the absence of the administrative team. Seeks input from the administrator-on-call and other members of the management team as indicated. The incumbent participates in the development, implementation, and revision of hospital policies and procedures. This position supervises employees or processes by coordinating and overseeing work assignments. This individual participates in the interview process as well as assesses, develops and provides training for new and existing employees. This position has the authority to determine appropriate training needs and initiate disciplinary action.

Responsibilities:

- Coordinates the work of an area in the department in mission, vision, and values.
- Drives the operation in alignment of goals and strategy of the department.
- Schedules labor and equipment.
- May manage the hiring, orienting and development of staff.
- May conduct employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors.
- Drives operations in alignment with policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing or certification.
- Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated organizational, human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to resolve staff and scheduling conflicts in order to meet department goals and needs.
- Ability to orchestrate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.

Qualifications:

Required

- Three years of nursing experience.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Nursing-Supervisor-Resource-Nursing-Job-UT-84101/2627700/262770026277002013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9411 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: .. Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ANC 14A CARDIAC CATH LAB

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position has the responsibility of providing nursing services to Cath Lab patients; setting-up electrical and hemodynamic transducers and amplifiers; recording and obtaining hemodynamic, electrical and angiographic data; and assessing patients during the procedures and delivered therapy.

Responsibilities:

- Administers intravenous and oral medications to patients.
- Assists in the collection of arterial and venous blood samples and respiratory gases.
- Monitors patient’s vital signs.
- Participates in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Restocks supplies when time allows.
- Is available on a rotational call schedule for procedures after normal hours.
- Prepares patient and equipment for catheterization procedures by preparing site of entry, draping patient, arranging sterilized instruments and catheters, and calibrating and setting-up pressure transducers and tubing.
- Obtains and records hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data by operating hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment.
- Attends to patient needs during studies.
- Develops and contributes to a plan of nursing for the patient’s care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.
- Knowledge of electronic monitoring devices.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- ACLS card or obtain one within six months of hire.
- Two years of ICU/CCU experience in arrhythmia and hemodynamic monitoring of patients in an acute-care setting.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Cath-Lab-Nurse-Temporary-PRN-Job-UT-84101/2630239/263023926302392013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ANC 14A CARDIAC CATH LABfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9427 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name South Jordan Medical Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC ANC 80S SJHC SHORT STAY

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.
- 1 year minimum experinece in ICU or PACU experience.

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Requisition Number: 9428 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F 8-5 Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80S SJHC OPERATING RM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for coordinating the procurement of supplies and equipment and facilitating the operation of materials management by analyzing processes and making recommendations for improvement.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Coordinates procurement of complex special orders, supplies and equipment.
- Performs preventative maintenance and trouble shoots problems for existing equipment.
- Researches new purchases and coordinates contract negotiations for items purchased.
- Audits inventory levels and makes cost effective, quality recommendations.
- Acts as liaison between vendors, managers and a variety of departments to ensure quality and price issues are addressed.
- Develops, maintains and updates reports and documents relating to equipment and supplies.
- May hire, train and provide work direction for other employees

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communications skills.
- Ability to provide detailed analysis.
- Ability to make recommendations and implement ideas.
- Ability to identify problems and find appropriate solutions.
- Ability to implement JIT(Just in Time) inventory practices.
- Ability to be on-call 24/7.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Management, Business, a related field or equivalency.
- Two years materials management experience.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Materials-Management-Coordinator-Job-UT-84065/2633599/263359926335992013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC OPC 80S SJHC OPERATING RMfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9429 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F 8-5 Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC CST 80S SJHC STERILE PROC

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for sterilizing and decontaminating surgical instruments and supplies for use in the operating room and throughout the hospital and clinics. Assembles surgical carts, tracks and maintains the total inventory of instruments, disposables, and implants. Employee is responsible for the monitoring of biological and chemical indicators to ensure quality and consistency for sterilization of instruments and medical supplies. Supervise the daily activities of the other employees by evaluating performance, scheduling work shifts, coordinating and conducting training and in-services, monitoring quality control, and safety processes.

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

Responsibilities:

- Prepares and sterilizes surgical instruments and supplies according to established procedures and techniques.
- Assembles special procedure trays, surgical instrument trays and case carts.
- Delivers sterilized supplies to, and retrieves used supplies and trays from hospital department and clinic locations.
- Inspects and ensures proper functioning of instruments and equipment; facilitates the replenishment of low, broken or missing items.
- Documents patient charges for the use of supplies and procedure trays.
- Restocks labels and maintains inventory; submits requisitions; collects, distributes instrument trays, carts and facility medical supplies.
- Verifies that equipment functions properly, and verifies the repair or replacement of defective equipment.
- Sorts sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment and makes them available to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.
- May order supplies as needed.
- Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
- May supervise the daily activities of the other employees by evaluating performance, coordinating and scheduling work shifts, conducting training and in-services, monitoring quality control and safety processes.
- Participates in and supports continuous quality improvement activities.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
- Ability to work independently without direction.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to perform environmental maintenance duties and assist in maintaining inventory levels.
- Ability to work and communicate with clients and customers to satisfy their expectations.
- Representative challenges include acquiring and administering a comprehensive understanding of various sterilizers and sterilization methods; understanding departmental supply requests and determining appropriate alternative supplies in the case of unavailability; prioritizing workload and requests for supplies and trays.
- Incumbents face possible exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, used needles, razor blades, knives, bone shaving, pieces of glass, caustic chemicals and wet and humid conditions which requires employees to wear appropriate protective attire.
- Incumbents must regularly lift and carry a variety of equipment weighing from 10 to 50 pounds, as well as standing and walking for long periods of time.
- Incumbents are required to be on-call, work weekends, holidays and rotate shifts as needed.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- High School Diploma.
- Two years work experience in Sterile Processing or related area.

All of the following license(s)

- International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) certification and maintenance of certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Sterile-Processing-Technician-III-Job-UT-84065/2633600/263360026336002013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC CST 80S SJHC STERILE PROCfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9424 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: M & TH 0700-1700; Possibly T & W 0700-1700 Location Name South Jordan Medical Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80S SJHC OPERATING RM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EOE/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- Performs as an integral component of the health care team.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Required

- 1 year Operating Room HCA work experience.

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Requisition Number: 9413 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 8:30am-6pm; 30 hours a week; possible weekends and holidays Location Name Home Infusion Pharmacy

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH RET 11C RX INFUSION THER

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations, compounding or otherwise preparing, filling, pricing, and delivering pharmaceuticals or other related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions, completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting computer data, and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to provide Pharmacy
Department: services. This position completes the essential functions of the job under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.

As a Pharmacy Technician II, this position provides advanced services such as IV therapy, preparation of chemotherapy, maintenance of automated dispensing machines, narcotic coordination, investigational drug therapy, billing/coding. Technician II incumbents are expected to plan, coordinate, and implement training programs for other staff. Technician IIs have a higher level of responsibility for departmental and organizational problem solving.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the pharmacist in advanced tasks associated with patient care.
- Effectively manage supplies of the department.
- Problem solves operational issues within the department and organization related to the medication use process.
- Assists in education and training of staff and other trainees.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- Familiarity with medical terminology.
- May determine options from a variety of pre-established departmental policies and procedures, but cannot act outside of these unless authorized to do so by a Pharmacist.
- May vary work routines according to patient care priorities.
- Major problems encountered by incumbents include first line screening for medication order errors, drug or allergy contraindications, and processing non-formulary drug requests.
- Challenges encountered may include problem solving for operation and maintenance of all automated systems in the Pharmacy
Department: .
- Performing the essential duties of this position may involve standing for extended periods of time and/or handling heavy or bulky supply containers.
- Knowledge and ability to perform mathematical calculations for extemporaneous compounding and special dose preparation, rectifying drug distribution errors, reconciling billing and administration records, etc.

Qualifications:

Required

- At least four years experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
- Required license(s):
- Current Pharmacy Technician licensure in the State of Utah.

Qualifications (Preferred):

- Experience in Home Infusion compounding is preferred]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Pharmacy-Technician-II%2C-University-Home-Infusion-Pharmacy-Job-UT-84101/2633606/263360626336062013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH RET 11C RX INFUSION THERfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9446 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Rotating; On-Call Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI IPC 93H ADULT UNIT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides professional counseling services of a preventative and developmental nature through direct consultation with patients. Therapy activities include individual, group and couples counseling. The incumbent develops program criteria for area of specialization such as couples or addictive behavior counseling. This position may be responsible for supervising the work of Social Workers, Interns or other caseworkers.

Responsibilities:

- Develops and implements individualized treatment approach to meet the needs of each patient and their families.
- Works in close collaboration with all members of the treatment team including medical doctors, to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors contributing to the patient’s well being.
- Identifies appropriate outside resources, such as community agencies, to assist patients with resuming life in their own community and how to live with the patient's limitations.
- Assists in the development of departmental policies and procedures.
- Oversees and supervises Social Worker Interns.
- May perform Case Management duties.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to communicate verbally as well as in writing.
- Ability to work independently and provide individual, group and couples counseling.
- Ability to oversee the activities of Social Workers, Interns and other caseworkers in their area.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Ability to assist patients and their families with post-treatment adjustments including but not limited to working closely with local, state and federal agencies to ensure the patient receives the appropriate assistance.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two to five years directly related experience.
- Experience with conflict resolution when counseling individuals, couples and groups.

All of the following license(s)

- Current Utah Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience working with community resources, instructing and supervising Social Workers, Interns and other caseworkers.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Licensed-Clinical-Social-Wkr-%28PRN%29-Job-UT-84101/2637295/263729526372952013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUNI IPC 93H ADULT UNITfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9440 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Schedules vary from 8 am to 8 pm Location Name Business Services Building

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UIP CST 01H HEALTH PLANS ADMIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for processing medical claims for the University Health Plans and assuring proper payment in accordance with the benefit plan. Provides customer service for plan benefits, provider networks and available services; resolving claim issues for members and providers.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Enters claims data into system while interpreting coding and understanding medical terminology in relation to diagnoses and procedures.
- Processes claim forms, adjudicates for allocation of deductibles, co-pays, co-insurance maximums and provider reimbursements.
- Follows adjudication polices and procedures to ensure proper payment of claims.
- Provides prompt customer service to members, providers, billing departments and other insurance companies regarding claims.
- Documents phone calls in system and follows up on issues if needed.
- Resolves problems resulting from claim adjudication and customer service phone calls.
- Audits randomly selected claims to ensure quality processing.
- Researches claim overpayments and requests funds.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated computer skills.
- Demonstrated thorough understanding of the benefit plan.
- Ability to provide professional customer service in all circumstances.

Qualifications:

Required

- Three years experience as a medical claim processor or equivalency.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Claims-Processor-Customer-Service-Representative-Job-UT-84101/2637296/263729626372962013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUIP CST 01H HEALTH PLANS ADMINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9434 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: .. Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI CST 93G PSYCHOLOGY

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for providing psychological evaluations and consultations; individual, family/marital, and group intervention to children, adolescent and adult patients in both inpatient and partial hospitalization settings.

This internship position is twelve months in duration.

Responsibilities:

- Attends rounds with the multidisciplinary treatment team and reviews patient treatment and progress.
- Administers varied psychological assessments.
- Provides direct service delivery in individual and/or family therapy, and group psychotherapy.
- Participates in didactic seminars, weekly supervision, and individual evaluations during each rotation.
- Maintains medical records and current charting on assigned patients, and complies with quality assurance standards related to this documentation.
- Informs supervisor of therapeutic interventions and assessments taken with each patient.
- Complies with the ethical principles of psychologists published by the American Psychological Association, with the Utah State Psychologists Licensing Act, and with all psychology staff policies and procedures at the University of Utah.
- Provides group supervision to psychology interns and supervises practicum students in providing group therapy.
- May participate in an organization for psychology interns.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to complete work in a timely fashion, balance training goals with clinical demands, and adhere to the managed care policies that do not allow Interns to provide and/or bill for their clinical services.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- Ph.D or Psy.D. degree from an APA accredited graduate program in counseling, school or clinical psychology.
- Completion of an APA-approved pre-doctoral internship.
- 400 hours of practicum experience.
- Internship authorization and coursework verification.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Fluent is Spanish
- Hospital-based psychological practices.
- Experience with individual, family, and group psychotherapy; and a variety of assessment experiences including intellectual, neuropsychological, and affective/behavioral assessment.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Psychology-Internship-II-Job-UT-84101/2637298/263729826372982013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUNI CST 93G PSYCHOLOGYfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9359 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name Business Services Building

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 10R PAT ACCESS NOVA

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position supervises employees or processes by coordinating and overseeing work assignments. The incumbent ensures relevant policies, procedures and laws are implemented. This individual participates in the interview process as well as assesses, develops and provides training for new and existing employees. This position has the authority to determine appropriate training needs and initiate disciplinary action.

Responsibilities:

- Coordinates the work of an area in the department in mission, vision, and values.
- Drives the operation in alignment of goals and strategy of the department.
- Schedules labor and equipment.
- May manage the hiring, orienting and development of staff.
- May conduct employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors.
- Drives operations in alignment with policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing or certification.
- Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated organizational, human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to resolve staff and scheduling conflicts in order to meet department goals and needs.
- Ability to orchestrate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two years of related experience, which may include medical billing and collections, medical records, pre-authorization, or admissions, depending on the area of assignment.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Two years of supervisory experience.
- Applicable supervisory training.
- An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related area, such as Accounting, Business, or Healthcare Management.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-OfficeClinic-Support-Supervisor-Job-UT-84101/2637305/263730526373052013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 10R PAT ACCESS NOVAfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9374 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F, 8-5 Location Name Moran Eye Center

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: MOR OPC 31C OPHTHALMOLOGY CLIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Performs preliminary examinations and evaluations of patients with ocular complaints, diseases, or disorders by initiating and executing technical tests utilized exclusively in ophthalmology. Provides information to and consults with ophthalmologists who facilitate the diagnosis and eventual treatment of patients.

Responsibilities:

- Demonstrate competency of all skills as noted in the OMS job description.
- Performs basic diagnostic tests such as Basic manifest refractometry, Basic ocular motility, Pupillary assessment, Measuring the a/c depth, Pachymetry, Tear tests, and Basic visual fields.
- Assist in ophthalmic imaging as needed, including: IOL Master, Contact A-scan, Anterior segment photography, External photography, Fundus photography, Corneal topography, HRT, GDX and OCT.
- Assist in patient flow including scribing.
- Assures an adequate inventory of consumables and supplies for designated work area.
- Instructs patients in ophthalmic conditions and treatment plans.
- Assists with laser procedures and other ophthalmic procedures including: Obtaining the consent of the patient, clean and sterile technique, assisting with laser procedures, assisting with intraocular injections, and assisting with other minor office procedures.
- Provides patient education including instructing patients of ophthalmic conditions and treatment plans; and teaching methods of contact lens insertion, removal, and care.
- Basic visual fields, including: Amsler grid and confrontation fields.
- Assist in ophthalmic imaging as needed, including:
- IOL Master
- Contact A-scan
- Anterior segment photography
- External photography
- Fundus photography

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- Ability to interpret the reliability and validity of test results and seeks additional guidance to ascertain the next appropriate treatment procedure.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of experience working in an allied health profession position in ophthalmology or six months work experience.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- JCAHPO certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Certified-Ophthalmic-Assistant-Job-UT-84101/2637306/263730626373062013-07-19University of Utah Health CareMOR OPC 31C OPHTHALMOLOGY CLINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 8858 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Day, Swing, and Graveyard Opportunities Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 16D ENVRNMTL SRVCS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position performs various cleaning tasks to provide all staff, visitors and patients a safe and clean environment by maintaining standards of cleanliness, sanitation and freedom from hazards and infections.

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

Responsibilities:

- Sweeps, cleans, mops, scrubs and dusts floors.
- Cleans toilets, basins, showers, bathtubs, patient beds and scrubs walls; dusts, cleans and vacuums furniture, fixtures doors and related furnishings by using appropriate cleaning supplies.
- Operates and maintains electric floor machines, snow blowers, industrial vacuums, carpet shampooing equipment and upholstery shampooing equipment.
- Cleans, refinishes and maintains a variety of floor coverings.
- Cleans patient rooms, beds, waiting areas and examination tables.
- Labels and removes infectious waste bags and containers.
- Transports custodial supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.
- Replaces sharp containers, transports trash and refuse, removes empty boxes and organizes closets.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- This position has the authority to experience a certain degree of autonomy in simply “keeping up” an assigned area under their jurisdiction, making independent judgments on needed activities and projects.
- Incumbents may function as a team leader on specific assignments or activities involving personnel of the same job classification.
- Challenges encountered in this position include working around patients, visitors and staff without causing any disruptions. For instance, the incumbent may have to decide whether or not to proceed with cleaning a patient’s room if the patient has visitors. Another challenge faced by incumbents is working with patient care units and other departments with specialized cleaning needs and hazards.
- The Health Care Custodian is challenged to determine if chemical spills are medical, infectious or a routine spill and then the appropriate procedure to follow in disposing of the spill.

Qualifications:

Required

- Entry level position.
- Dependent upon assigned department, a valid Utah driver’s license may be required.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Six months of related experience.
- Basic Life Support card or obtain one within one month of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Custodian-Job-UT-84101/2637309/263730926373092013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 16D ENVRNMTL SRVCSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9453 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 11am-5:30pm Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ANC 12C DIAGNOSTIC RAD

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Enters corrected or new patient data into Epic for Business system.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones and performs other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist%2C-Radiology-Job-UT-84101/2640709/264070926407092013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ANC 12C DIAGNOSTIC RADfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9454 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F 8am to 5pm Location Name Moran Eye Center

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: MOR CST 31C MGT.SCHEDULE

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Completes patient registration into Epic for Business system which may include gathering demographic information, inputting insurance information, and assigning guarantor accounts.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones by screening and directing patients to the appropriate person.
- May perform other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, Epicare, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding.
- One year call center experience
- Able to handle large call volumes (80 to 100 calls per shift) while maintaining excellent customer service
- Understanding of medical insurances, especially Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans
- Computer Savvy]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist-Job-UT-84101/2640711/264071126407112013-07-19University of Utah Health CareMOR CST 31C MGT.SCHEDULEfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9449 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 24A BURN CAMP & OUTRCH

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-CVICU-Job-UT-84101/2640713/264071326407132013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 24A BURN CAMP & OUTRCHfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9439 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F 8a-5p Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI CST 93F HEALTH INFO DEPT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and controlling all aspects of the assigned department's health information management operations. The incumbent acts as a catalyst between the department and its customers and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service and care.

Responsibilities:

- Guides department(s) in mission, vision, and values.
- Operationalize the department goals in alignment with the Executive Director and Director goals and strategies.
- Financial responsibility for the labor and operations or area.
- Manages the hiring, orienting and development of staff.
- Conducts employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors.
- Clarifies and supports organizational policies and procedures.
- Implements and enforces department policies.
- Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing or certification.
- Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.
- Networks and builds relationships with others in similar organizations.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
- Knowledge of assigned department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in a related area of assignment or equivalency.
- Four years of more progressively responsible management experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Previous experience in psychiatry.
- Applicable supervisory training.
- Master’s degree in a related area.

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Requisition Number: 9462 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 4 day week TBD Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ANC 23A MATERN FETAL DIAG

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for providing information and support to families who have members with birth defects, genetic disorders or who may be at risk for a variety of inherited conditions. Identifies, investigates, interprets and communicates potential risk factors and provides support and counseling to families and patients by referring them to relevant support services.

Responsibilities:

- Ensures the payor is represented in staffing conferences when requested.
- Contacts payer’s, submits reports regarding initial assessment, expected outcome, cost and recommended discharge plan.
- Facilitates involvement of treatment team members, timely reports and scheduling of team conferences.
- Evaluates outcomes and modifies testing or medical recommendations.
- Advises patients and families regarding financial and community resources.
- Works with health care team in development and implementation of the care plan.
- Explains testing options, procedures, test results and their implications; performs psychosocial assessment during genetic consultation and provides grief and crisis counseling as needed.
- Evaluates complex medical and genetic literature and incorporates it into clinical practice.
- Analyzes and interprets information obtained from patient, medical records and resource materials.
- Performs genetic risk assessments by collecting and evaluating medical and family histories.
- May engage in research activities related to the field of medical genetics and genetic counseling.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to promote the facilitation of open and accurate communication among patients, their families, referral providers, payors and the health care team.

Qualifications:

Required

- Master’s degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program.
All of the following license(s)
- Current license as a Genetic Counselor in the State of Utah.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Licensure to practice in a clinical field.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Genetic-Counselor-Job-UT-84101/2643525/264352526435252013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ANC 23A MATERN FETAL DIAGfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9468 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F 8am-4:30pm Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH ANC 60R RADIATION ONCOLOGY

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position ensures precise and accurate treatment plans, dosage calculations, and dosimetry considerations for patients undergoing radiation therapy. The incumbent assists the physicist in calculating dosages for brachytherapy procedures.

Responsibilities:

- Plans treatment techniques that deliver prescribed dosage of radiation.
- Obtains and/or supervises obtaining patient data for taking patient contours, localization films, CT scans, and port films.
- Coordinates simulations with tumor localization procedures.
- Enters dosage calculations in patients' radiation therapy chart.
- Supervises therapists in the implementation of treatment plans.
- Completes and/or assists in planning and building beam modifying devices.
- Obtains localization films for intracavity insertions, calculates isodose distributions, and prepares sources for loading. Assists in other brachytherapy procedures.
- Responsible for radiation room surveys of patients having intracavity or interstitial procedures.
- Assists with maintaining radioactive sources.
- Provides technical assistance to the Radiation Physicist.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Care is appropriate to the population served.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- Three years of dosimetry experience under the supervision of a dosimetrist, medical physicist, or radiation oncologist, or equivalency.

All of the following license(s)

- Credentialed as a Certified Medical Dosimetrist by the American Association of Medical Dosimetry.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Dosimetrist-Job-UT-84101/2643526/264352626435262013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH ANC 60R RADIATION ONCOLOGYfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9481 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80T RSHC ENDOSCOPY

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position will be in the Endoscopy call center located at the University of Utah Hospital.

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Medical Assistant National Certification.
- Call center experience]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Assistant-Call-Center-Job-UT-84101/2646898/264689826468982013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC OPC 80T RSHC ENDOSCOPYfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9482 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UCC ANC 80S SJHC ENDOSCOPY

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position will be in the Endoscopy call center located at the University of Utah Hospital.

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Medical Assistant National Certification.
- Call center experience]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Assistant-Call-Center-Job-UT-84101/2646899/264689926468992013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC ANC 80S SJHC ENDOSCOPYfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9470 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Variable between 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH OPC 14A CARDIOVASCULAR CTR

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:
All of the following license(s)
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-Job-UT-84101/2646901/264690126469012013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH OPC 14A CARDIOVASCULAR CTRfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9474 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 3/10's Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ANC 14A ELECTROPHYS LAB

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for coordinating the care for all invasive cardiology patients based on clinical needs and lab availability. It is also responsible for educating the patient during all stages of scheduling.

Responsibilities:

- Gathers a pre-procedure history, plans the procedure based on the assessment and communicates the plan to the multi-disciplinary team.
- Develops and sends out educational material to patients.
- Performs intakes for all outpatient referrals.
- Obtains medication history from the patient and their records, and documents it in their chart. Instructs patient regarding their medications prior to the procedure. Orders new medications as needed per procedure protocol.
- Assesses if patient is on blood thinners and follows anticoagulation management protocol.
- Identifies patients with current or potential renal impairment, and modifies plan of care including obtaining orders from physicians for pre-treatment as necessary.
- Orders all necessary labs, imaging, and procedures related to the primary procedure.
- Coordinates with Anesthesia services for Cath and EP coverage.
- Manages follow up on all post procedures including triaging post procedure calls, identifying quality of care issues or concerns, and patient consults and lab work.
- Verifies and obtains all insurance information ensuring pre-authorization is completed.
- May see patients in the clinic or emergency room at the request of staff or physicians to coordinate and schedule Cath and EP procedures.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- Ability to make nursing practice decisions in his/her area of specialty as broadly defined by University of Utah Hospital, Nursing Practice
Department: and unit-specific policies and standards and as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act.
- Ability to function independently.
- Demonstrated superior organizational skills.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Three years of nursing experience.
- Cardiovascular experience.
- Preferred case management experience.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-CathEP-Clinical-Coordinator-Job-UT-84101/2646903/264690326469032013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ANC 14A ELECTROPHYS LABfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9490 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Evening

Work Schedule: Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat, Sun - 1600-2400 Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI ENT 93F RECEIVING CENTER

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides professional counseling services of a preventative and developmental nature through direct consultation with patients. Therapy activities include individual, group and couples counseling. The incumbent develops program criteria for area of specialization such as couples or addictive behavior counseling. This position may be responsible for supervising the work of Social Workers, Interns or other caseworkers.

Responsibilities:

- Develops and implements individualized treatment approach to meet the needs of each patient and their families.
- Works in close collaboration with all members of the treatment team including medical doctors, to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors contributing to the patient’s well being.
- Identifies appropriate outside resources, such as community agencies, to assist patients with resuming life in their own community and how to live with the patient's limitations.
- Assists in the development of departmental policies and procedures.
- Oversees and supervises Social Worker Interns.
- May perform Case Management duties.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to communicate verbally as well as in writing.
- Ability to work independently and provide individual, group and couples counseling.
- Ability to oversee the activities of Social Workers, Interns and other caseworkers in their area.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Ability to assist patients and their families with post-treatment adjustments including but not limited to working closely with local, state and federal agencies to ensure the patient receives the appropriate assistance.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two to five years directly related experience.
- Experience with conflict resolution when counseling individuals, couples and groups.

All of the following license(s)

- Current Utah Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience working with community resources, instructing and supervising Social Workers, Interns and other caseworkers.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Licensed-Clinical-Social-Wkr-Job-UT-84101/2649886/264988626498862013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUNI ENT 93F RECEIVING CENTERfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9485 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: .. Location Name South Jordan Medical Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80S SJHC OPERATING RM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EOE/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- Performs as an integral component of the health care team.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Required

- 1 year PACU or ICU experience.

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Requisition Number: 9486 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2C/BMT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

The Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator is responsible for understanding and organizing the details of a bone marrow transplant. Accurate communication is crucial to the patient and to the clinic staff in relaying the patient’s treatment plan. Evaluation of processes, standard of Practice and treatments. Assisting in the financial, physiological and psychosocial assessment of the patient and their family both during pre- and post-transplantation.

Responsibilities:

- Schedules inpatient and outpatient visits with indicated tests and provides consultation as needed.
- Verifies third-party payment and pre-transplant benefits and assists families in seeking alternative sources of funding. Coordinates the pre-payment of fees to initiate and continue the donor search process.
- Assists patients with education of insurance companies to ensure adequate coverage for the donor search, in- and outpatient bone marrow transplant and associated professional fees.
- Coordinates patient/family education about donor selection and the bone marrow transplant process as well as acting as a resource for community education.
- Monitors patient/family before, during and after the transplant process for physical, emotional and/or psychosocial needs and intervenes when appropriate.
- Communicates clinical and non-clinical patient information during BMT conferences.
- Coordinates with donor centers regarding the shipment, transport and delivery of the marrow to ensure its timely arrival.
- Receives requests for Unrelated Donor searches from the BMT attending and initiates searches within the National Marrow Donor Program and other international registries.
- Advises the patient and referring physician concerning optimal donor search strategy based on patient HLA type, clinical condition, and financial resources.
- Reviews search results returned by each registry and/or lab; presents search results to the BMT attending or referring physician; and provides search result information for the patient, physician and insurance company.
- Gathers clinical information for workup and transplant treatment plans; arranges for shipment of all final samples and donor workup; and transports the unrelated donor marrow to the hospital.
- Provides clinical update on patient status to the donor centers and the insurance companies. Follows up with referring physicians to determine why initial searches are not activated.
- Coordinates long-term follow-up with patients and their referring physicians.
- Develops and maintains clinical database on bone marrow transplant patients.
- May request tissue re-typing of patients, families and prospective donors.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communications skills.
- Ability to coordinate the entire transplant process, from initial consultation through transplant and follow up.
- Ability to educate patients and their families about the transplant process.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s Degree in a Health related field, Social Work, Nursing or equivalency.
- Two years of related experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience in the health field.
- Experience with third-party payers.
- Experience in a bone marrow program or hematology/oncology.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Bone-Marrow-Transplant-Coordinator-Job-UT-84101/2649888/264988826498882013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2C/BMTfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9467 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: As needed: M & Th 0700-1700; possibly T & W 0700-1700 Location Name South Jordan Medical Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80S SJHC OPERATING RM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EOE/AA

This position assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures. The incumbent maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field and assists with maintaining equipment and instruments as well as with supply inventory.

Responsibilities:

- Checks supplies/instrumentation and equipment needed for surgical procedures and ensures they are working properly.
- Opens sterile supplies and sets up the table for each surgical procedure.
- Provides a sterile field for surgical procedures. Ensures that the members of the surgical team are properly attired and assists the surgeon with draping the patient to isolate the operative site.
- Assists in the maintenance of the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques and informing the surgeon/surgical team of infractions.
- Anticipates and passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon.
- Counts sponges and sharps with the R.N. prior to the surgery and before the incision is closed.
- Cleans, wraps and prepares the instruments for sterilization.
- Assists in the maintenance of specialty surgical services.
- Prepares the sterile dressing for the patient’s incision.
- Orients medical/nursing students and technicians to the unit.
- Assists in the development of unit goals/objectives, quality improvement and cost containment measures.
- Arranges for borrowing/lending of equipment as directed.
- May assist in the scheduling of surgical procedures.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology and anatomy.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position has the authority to identify to operating room staff when there is a break in the sterile field and to take appropriate corrective measures. This requires good interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy.
- Representative challenges for the incumbent include maintaining a fast/rapid pace as well as working for multiple surgeons and anticipating their individual needs and preferences.
- Ability to ensure the proper care, maintenance and coordination of surgical instruments and supplies.
- Incumbents face exposure to new and used needles, knives, other sharps, blood, and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- Successful completion of an accredited O.R. Technician program or equivalency (the accredited program requires one year of school).

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Certification by the Surgical Technologist Association and two years of experience.

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Requisition Number: 9466 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: M & TH 0700-1700; Possibly T & W 0700-1700 Location Name South Jordan Medical Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80S SJHC OPERATING RM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EOE/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- Performs as an integral component of the health care team.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Required

- 1 year PACU or ICU experience.

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Requisition Number: 9483 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F 8-5 Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI ENT 93A HOME PROJECT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position performs high-level professional accounting work and is responsible for the management of a complete set of accounts, preparation of financial statements and reports on University-wide accounting systems. This position exercises considerable judgment in maintaining accounting procedures and the preparation of statements and reports.

Responsibilities:

- Prepares and verifies a variety of complex accounting, statistical, and narrative statements and reports requiring extensive analysis and interpretation of data.
- Establishes and maintains departmental accounting procedures; makes recommendations on the implementation of accounting system revisions to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Responsible for monthly, quarterly and interim financial reports which includes review and approval of journal entries, preparation of financial statements: balance sheets, income and expense reports, and cash flow analyses for individual entities and consolidated enterprise reports.
- May train, supervise, and evaluate clerical staff; may supervise professional staff.
- Reviews and analyzes proposed and new regulations; prepares recommendations regarding alternatives available to minimize fiscal impact.
- Perform monthly expense variance analysis.
- Prepares consolidations, inter-company transactions and reconciliations.
- Ensure company accounting procedures conform to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Ensure accuracy of financial statements in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board and Financial Accounting Standards Board requirements as appropriate.
- Responsible for developing and implementing process improvement initiatives relating to accounting and financial reporting.
- Function as internal business partner to operations including Finance Directors and Executive Directors of the various entities as well as the University Accounting
Department: .
- Assist with periodic reviews, year-end audits and compliance activities in support of external auditors and the internal finance operation.
- Aid the Controller and Assistant Controller in researching and documenting the entities’ accounting position on technical subject matters.
- Special projects as requested.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Spreadsheet and database skills; analytical, problem solving, human relations and effective communication skills required.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance.
- Four years of financial accounting experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

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Requisition Number: 9487 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Sat-Fri Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 24A SURG ICU

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:
All of the following license(s)
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-SICU-Job-UT-84101/2653949/265394926539492013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 24A SURG ICUfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9479 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Rotating Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 20A TRANSFER CTR

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for providing dispatch services for assigned department. Using a multi-line telephone system to receive and relay information to appropriate units. Creating and logging incident reports.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Contacts external agencies such as paramedic, fire, ambulance, animal control and police services to handle critical incidents.
- Monitors intrusions, emergency telephones, fire-alarm systems and closed circuit television equipment.
- Contacts appropriate personnel to ensure the safety and protection of persons and property.
- Prioritizes incident reports and maintains an accurate log to meet Federal, State and University requirements.
- Inputs and retrieves pertinent information from a computerized database to assist University staff and the general public.
- Utilizes and complies with proper security and radio procedures.
- May communicate scheduled and emergency utility outages to departments.
- May be required to work closely with other dispatch centers.
- Answers incoming telephone calls on a multi-line system. Disseminates all relevant information to appropriate persons via telephone or two-way radio and to answer questions.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to speak concisely and distinctly.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and work under stressful conditions.
- Demonstrated computer skills.

Qualifications:

Required

- Six months related experience or equivalency.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Dispatcher-Job-UT-84101/2653951/265395126539512013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 20A TRANSFER CTRfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9469 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 36W PSYCH ACUTE 5W

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides clinical case management services aimed at enhancing patient-centered care and maximizing outcomes across the patient care continuum from pre-admission through post-discharge. Case management services include monitoring patient care to ensure progress toward desired outcome, addressing patient and family needs, resolving obstacles to effective care, obtaining authorization for services from third party payers and, together with the social work team member, planning for patient discharges.

Responsibilities:

- Monitors and documents quality of care to ensure patient care plan goals are appropriate and that they are understood and implemented. Routinely assesses client and family response to services, while also measuring care plan effectiveness and necessity. Also identifies patient needs, including those of an ethical and cultural nature, and ensures they are addressed.
- Coordinates case management process from patient's entry into the healthcare system to post-discharge, including outpatient settings. Coordinates care and resources with physicians, social workers, and other team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Identifies patients who are suitable for case management intervention based on criteria such as cost, case complexity, or frequency of admission. Seeks authorization for case management services from patients and/or families.
- Facilitates cost effective outcomes by determining appropriate level of care based on diagnosis, severity, intensity of services required, and other relevant criteria, using national and regional length of stay standards and community norms.
- Assesses and discusses funding and insurance issues with client, family, and healthcare providers to enhance cost effective utilization of services and quality outcomes.
- Negotiates with third party payers relative to benefit levels, eligibility, utilization review, and reimbursement.
- Identifies actual and potential delays in service requests or treatment and communicates them to health care team so steps can be taken to eliminate or minimize delays.
- Works with other team members to plan appropriate and timely discharges.
- Establishes measurable case management goals that promote cost effective, high quality outcomes.
- Supervises technical support staff assigned to individual case management teams.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated team leadership, relationship building, critical analysis, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of funding resources and clinical standards and outcomes.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- The Case Manager has the authority to negotiate with third-party payers on benefit levels, eligibility, utilization review, and reimbursement, and must do so in accordance with guidelines from third party payers, HCFA, and other funding sources. Responsibilities must be carried out in accordance with the case manager's professional code of ethics, University guidelines, and state and federal regulations.
- Demonstrated independent judgment to assess and meet client needs. A major challenge is interaction with patients, families, various patient care disciplines, ancillary departments, health care and community agencies, third party payors, and Health Science Center professional schools in coordinating care and services for patients.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two years of professional experience in a clinically related area.
At least one of the following license(s)
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Current license to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah.
- Clinic Mental Health Counselor
- Current Utah Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association is required or must obtain within one month of hire.
- A Certified Case Management designation.
- Previous experience in clinical resource management activities and third party payer interactions.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Case-Manager-Job-UT-84101/2653952/265395226539522013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 36W PSYCH ACUTE 5Wfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9213 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Evening

Work Schedule: Shift times are 3pm - 11pm Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Resource Nursing is the float pool of University Hospital. The successful candidate will pick 2 clusters to float throughout, they include: Med/Surg, Psych, Oncology, Women's units.
- One year of hospital experience as an RN is required.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-Resource-Nursing-Job-UT-84101/2653953/265395326539532013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ISC 20A RESOURCE NURSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9504 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 15E NUTR CARE SVC PAT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position performs food service work in the areas of pre-meal prep work, assembly, distribution, and clean up for all areas of the hospital including the cafeteria, deli, espresso bar, patient units, and for catered hospital functions. Employees may be responsible for ordering and maintaining proper ingredient stock levels and performing cashier duties.

This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Sets up food assembly areas, including the patient tray line, and performs other prep duties required to ensure well coordinated food production.
- Prepares all types of food according to instructions written in standardized recipes.
- Provides quality food service to patients’ rooms and to cafeteria, deli, and espresso bar customers.
- Takes responsibility for assuring that food is prepared and delivered as ordered; returns to pick up trays and other nutrition equipment from patient’s rooms or catered events; and follows through on any complaints or problems when necessary.
- Portions and packages food in a timely and sanitary fashion.
- Coordinates activities with Cooks and other Nutrition Services staff as necessary to ensure that the department functions properly.
- Washes dishes and pots using dishwashing equipment; cleans assigned area and equipment daily; mops floors and performs other light cleaning duties.
- Ensures that food trays delivered to patient units contain correct meals in accordance with recognized special patient diets such as low sodium, fluid restricted, etc.
- May perform catering functions such as setting up various types of meal services; assures that food arrives on time and in an aesthetically pleasing manner; and responds to problems or complaints.
- May perform ingredient inventory and storeroom maintenance, ordering and adjusting supplies as necessary.
- Ensures that condiment containers and automatic change dispenser are full and operational.
- Rotates stock to ensure that ingredients and food items are always fresh.
- May check inventory levels and prepare storeroom orders.
- May direct up to ten employees if assigned to a lead position.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic math.
- Demonstrated human relation, customer service, time management, and effective communication skills.
- This position works under general to direct supervision of the Nutrition Care Services Supervisor. Incumbents may also receive instruction from Nutrition Care Technicians. Incumbents may make decisions on matters for which departmental guidelines, policy and/or procedure authorizes them to do so, but must refer all new or unusual situations to their supervisor.
- Major challenges this position faces include proper handling of customer issues or complaints; and performing and/or coordinating the activities of others to ensure proper functioning when operating under conditions of staff shortages. Incumbents deal with special requests made by patients or their families, and must determine when to refer questions to Nutrition Care Supervisors or Technicians. Incumbents also must ensure that stockroom inventory is used by the authorized personnel.
- Incumbents must comply with departmental policies regarding attendance and periodic evaluations in order to perform the job duties acceptably.
- This position involves standing for long periods of time.
- Incumbents may face exposure to potentially dangerous cleaning chemicals utilized in sanitation procedures as well as equipment/supply hazards such wet or hot work surfaces and sharp edges on food wrap containers or open cans, meat slicers and food processors. The position involves lifting and/or pushing heavy supply containers, equipment and food carts. Incumbents also face exposure to items discarded on patient and customer trays, including soiled bandages and tubing, spilled medications, bodily fluids, and patient care equipment such as used needles, clamps and scissors.
- In patient care units, incumbents in this position are responsible for providing nutritional care to 50 to 70 patients daily. In the cafeteria, incumbents are responsible for handling $5000 daily in cash transactions.

Qualifications:

Required

- Six months of food service or customer service experience, or equivalency.
- Current food service worker’s permit.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Previous experience in a restaurant and/or other food handling experience in a health care setting.
- Prior cashiering experience.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Nutrition-Care-Aide-Job-UT-84101/2657090/265709026570902013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 15E NUTR CARE SVC PATfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9500 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 20A OMC CASE MGMT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides clinical case management services aimed at enhancing patient-centered care and maximizing outcomes across the patient care continuum from pre-admission through post-discharge. Case management services include monitoring patient care to ensure progress toward desired outcome, addressing patient and family needs, resolving obstacles to effective care, obtaining authorization for services from third party payers and, together with the social work team member, planning for patient discharges.

Responsibilities:

- Monitors and documents quality of care to ensure patient care plan goals are appropriate and that they are understood and implemented. Routinely assesses client and family response to services, while also measuring care plan effectiveness and necessity. Also identifies patient needs, including those of an ethical and cultural nature, and ensures they are addressed.
- Coordinates case management process from patient's entry into the healthcare system to post-discharge, including outpatient settings. Coordinates care and resources with physicians, social workers, and other team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Identifies patients who are suitable for case management intervention based on criteria such as cost, case complexity, or frequency of admission. Seeks authorization for case management services from patients and/or families.
- Facilitates cost effective outcomes by determining appropriate level of care based on diagnosis, severity, intensity of services required, and other relevant criteria, using national and regional length of stay standards and community norms.
- Assesses and discusses funding and insurance issues with client, family, and healthcare providers to enhance cost effective utilization of services and quality outcomes.
- Negotiates with third party payers relative to benefit levels, eligibility, utilization review, and reimbursement.
- Identifies actual and potential delays in service requests or treatment and communicates them to health care team so steps can be taken to eliminate or minimize delays.
- Works with other team members to plan appropriate and timely discharges.
- Establishes measurable case management goals that promote cost effective, high quality outcomes.
- Supervises technical support staff assigned to individual case management teams.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated team leadership, relationship building, critical analysis, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of funding resources and clinical standards and outcomes.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- The Case Manager has the authority to negotiate with third-party payers on benefit levels, eligibility, utilization review, and reimbursement, and must do so in accordance with guidelines from third party payers, HCFA, and other funding sources. Responsibilities must be carried out in accordance with the case manager's professional code of ethics, University guidelines, and state and federal regulations.
- Demonstrated independent judgment to assess and meet client needs. A major challenge is interaction with patients, families, various patient care disciplines, ancillary departments, health care and community agencies, third party payors, and Health Science Center professional schools in coordinating care and services for patients.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two years of professional experience in a clinically related area.

At least one of the following license(s)

- Current Utah Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Current license to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah.
- Clinic Mental Health Counselor

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association is required or must obtain within one month of hire.
- A Certified Case Management designation.
- Previous experience in clinical resource management activities and third party payer interactions.

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Requisition Number: 9516 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: 07-1930 or 19 to 0730 Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 23A OB GYN UNIT 2N

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- May process paperwork to order medical treatments and tests; collects/compiles/retrieves patient's test and lab results.
- May schedule patient appointments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Health-Care-Assistant-MNBC-Job-UT-84101/2657092/265709226570922013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 23A OB GYN UNIT 2Nfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9499 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Varies Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC CST 80A CARE NAVIGATION

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

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Responsibilities:

- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests such as urine dip stick, HGB, HCT, finger stick, glucose, hemoccults, HCG and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs specialty skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory in-services including infection control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct Basic Life Support requirements.
- May perform IV access.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

PLEASE NOTE- this is a call center/Clinical Support position.

All candidates must have at least 2+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant.

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Requisition Number: 9477 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 32A MED & SPEC CLINIC

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Completes patient registration into Epic for Business system which may include gathering demographic information, inputting insurance information, and assigning guarantor accounts.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones by screening and directing patients to the appropriate person.
- May perform other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist-Job-UT-84101/2657094/265709426570942013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 32A MED & SPEC CLINICfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9421 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Weekdays, swing, and graveyard shifts Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 30A LT EPILEPSY MON

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

The Long Term Monitoring Tech I will assist in performing specialized electroencephalographic (EEG), including test set up, electrode application, and ensure patient safety during clinically significant events, and other related duties associated with neurodiagnostic procedures under direct supervision of LTM Tech II or III.

Responsibilities:

- Observes patients via video monitoring to identify and note ictal events.
- Alerts appropriate personnel to the occurrence of each seizure event and calls the appropriate personnel to assist when problems occur.
- Adjusts video equipment to keep patients in view and in focus.
- Operates various non-invasive monitoring devices.
- Oversees the adequate function of the EEG recording equipment and maintain integrity of the monitoring procedure.
- Records observations and analyzes test data to ensure appropriate data is collected.
- Maintains lab equipment, ensures room is clean, institutes quality control procedures.
- Ensures labs are properly stocked and supplies ordered.
- Maintains patients safety through communication to other patient care staff.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Ability to assimilate data from various sources.
- Ability to display active listening and verbalize empathy.
- Ability to quickly learn new procedures and process.
- Ability to develop relationships with patients, guest and coworkers.
- Knowledge of HIPPA regulations to insure patient information is guarded and respected.

Qualifications:

Required

- 6 months or more working in a patient care environment.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Associates Degree or enrolled in CAAHEP accredited Electroneurodiagnostic Program.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Long-Term-Monitoring-Tech-Job-UT-84101/2657095/265709526570952013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 30A LT EPILEPSY MONfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9333 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Location Name Clinical Neurosciences Center

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH OPC 30A NEUROSURGERY CL

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Enters corrected or new patient data into Epic for Business system.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones and performs other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist-Job-UT-84101/2657097/265709726570972013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH OPC 30A NEUROSURGERY CLfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9539 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: weekends and holidays Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH RET 15E NUTR CARE NONPAT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position performs food service work in the areas of pre-meal prep work, assembly, distribution, and clean up for all areas of the hospital including the cafeteria, deli, espresso bar, patient units, and for catered hospital functions. Employees may be responsible for ordering and maintaining proper ingredient stock levels and performing cashier duties.

This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Sets up food assembly areas, including the patient tray line, and performs other prep duties required to ensure well coordinated food production.
- Prepares all types of food according to instructions written in standardized recipes.
- Provides quality food service to patients’ rooms and to cafeteria, deli, and espresso bar customers.
- Takes responsibility for assuring that food is prepared and delivered as ordered; returns to pick up trays and other nutrition equipment from patient’s rooms or catered events; and follows through on any complaints or problems when necessary.
- Portions and packages food in a timely and sanitary fashion.
- Coordinates activities with Cooks and other Nutrition Services staff as necessary to ensure that the department functions properly.
- Washes dishes and pots using dishwashing equipment; cleans assigned area and equipment daily; mops floors and performs other light cleaning duties.
- Ensures that food trays delivered to patient units contain correct meals in accordance with recognized special patient diets such as low sodium, fluid restricted, etc.
- May perform catering functions such as setting up various types of meal services; assures that food arrives on time and in an aesthetically pleasing manner; and responds to problems or complaints.
- May perform ingredient inventory and storeroom maintenance, ordering and adjusting supplies as necessary.
- Ensures that condiment containers and automatic change dispenser are full and operational.
- Rotates stock to ensure that ingredients and food items are always fresh.
- May check inventory levels and prepare storeroom orders.
- May direct up to ten employees if assigned to a lead position.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic math.
- Demonstrated human relation, customer service, time management, and effective communication skills.
- This position works under general to direct supervision of the Nutrition Care Services Supervisor. Incumbents may also receive instruction from Nutrition Care Technicians. Incumbents may make decisions on matters for which departmental guidelines, policy and/or procedure authorizes them to do so, but must refer all new or unusual situations to their supervisor.
- Major challenges this position faces include proper handling of customer issues or complaints; and performing and/or coordinating the activities of others to ensure proper functioning when operating under conditions of staff shortages. Incumbents deal with special requests made by patients or their families, and must determine when to refer questions to Nutrition Care Supervisors or Technicians. Incumbents also must ensure that stockroom inventory is used by the authorized personnel.
- Incumbents must comply with departmental policies regarding attendance and periodic evaluations in order to perform the job duties acceptably.
- This position involves standing for long periods of time.
- Incumbents may face exposure to potentially dangerous cleaning chemicals utilized in sanitation procedures as well as equipment/supply hazards such wet or hot work surfaces and sharp edges on food wrap containers or open cans, meat slicers and food processors. The position involves lifting and/or pushing heavy supply containers, equipment and food carts. Incumbents also face exposure to items discarded on patient and customer trays, including soiled bandages and tubing, spilled medications, bodily fluids, and patient care equipment such as used needles, clamps and scissors.
- In patient care units, incumbents in this position are responsible for providing nutritional care to 50 to 70 patients daily. In the cafeteria, incumbents are responsible for handling $5000 daily in cash transactions.

Qualifications:

Required

- Six months of food service or customer service experience, or equivalency.
- Current food service worker’s permit.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Previous experience in a restaurant and/or other food handling experience in a health care setting.
- Prior cashiering experience.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Nutrition-Care-Aide-Job-UT-84101/2660092/266009226600922013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH RET 15E NUTR CARE NONPATfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9511 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Variable, Monday - Friday 7:30am - 6pm Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2B

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Medical Assistant National Certification.
- Will be cross trained to work on other teams (G/U surgical, GYN surgical, medical oncology)
- Prefer 1 year of experience in an outpatient setting.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Assistant%2C-Supportive-Oncology-and-Survivorship-Team-Job-UT-84101/2660093/266009326600932013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2Bfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9512 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH ANC 60S OR SURGICAL SRVCS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for assisting with the management of the patient care unit by: coordinating staff development/education, quality improvement activities, scheduling staff hours, and performing other duties to facilitate nursing care for patients.

Responsibilities:

- Assists with the management of the unit which involves input in performance evaluations, interviewing, hiring, counseling employees and administration of the budget.
- Coordinates quality improvement activities.
- Coordinates staff education and development. This may include conducting in-services, staff development programs and orientation.
- Schedules nursing staff work shifts.
- Investigates incident reports on patient care safety and counsel’s staff accordingly.
- Functions as a preceptor for nursing students.
- Serves as a resource to external contacts and hospital staff in coordinating the repair and replacement of instruments and equipment.
- Maintains inventory of specialized items and ensures items are available.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Performs professional staff nursing functions.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrated teaching and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to balance clinical and management responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two years general nursing experience.

All of the following license(s)

- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- One year of directly related experience in an area of specialty is preferred.
- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-Coordinator-HCH-OR-Job-UT-84101/2660094/266009426600942013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH ANC 60S OR SURGICAL SRVCSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9510 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Variable Monday - Friday 7am - 6pm 30 hours a week Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2B

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:
All of the following license(s)
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.
- 2 years oncology experience prefrerred]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse%2C-GU-Surgical-Team-Job-UT-84101/2660095/266009526600952013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2Bfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9509 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Varies 7am - 6pm Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH OPC 60C CLINIC 3A/BREAST

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.
- 2 years of RN experience, prefer surgical and/or oncology experience.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse%2C-Breast-Surgical-Team-Job-UT-84101/2660096/266009626600962013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH OPC 60C CLINIC 3A/BREASTfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9505 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 8am-5pm Location Name Information Technology Services

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 17D ITS WEB RES CTR

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for daily technical oversight of the IT operations. The incumbent manages the work and effort of the IT teams by functioning as the IT Manager.

Responsibilities:

- Manages professional and technical staff responsible for all phases of the system development and implementation process including analysis, design, development, testing, and ongoing support for the client area application systems in an environment of diverse development platforms, computing environments (including host based, distributed systems, client server, and Internet), software, hardware, technology, and tools.
- Works with business analysts, project leaders, clients, and functional management to review and analyze short- and long-term business requirements; recommends product innovations; and presents and demonstrates application products to executive level management.
- Manages and assigns personnel to applications development projects; reviews the work of the junior staff, and prepares performance evaluation reports.
- Performs and supervises software development, including preparation of new software, reuse of existing code, modification of existing programs, or integration of purchased solutions, and unit testing and debugging.
- Leads and manages multiple applications development projects from initial concept through design, implementation, and quality assurance (QA), to delivery and maintenance of the product, utilizing state-of-the-art development tools.
- Coordinates activities with IT unit leads, including database, telecommunications, operations, and technical support managers.
- Plans and prepares activity and progress reports for the section, and provides reports to group associate director or director throughout the complete life cycle.
- Identifies technical issues and evaluate alternatives to select the most efficient and cost-effective methodologies.
- Establish and manage internal system process and procedures.
- Train employees in IT related equipment and software.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrate significant experience in formulating, directing, and approving technical work plans.
- Demonstrate significant experience in managing technical projects and staff in support of new technical initiatives.
- Requires strong project management experience, with the capability of managing multiple projects with a high degree of complexity.
- Strong knowledge of various computer languages, database administration, information security, operating systems, infrastructure design, IT architecture, standards, systems integration, and technical documentation is preferred.
- Advanced Technical Knowledge in the following fields;
- Network infrastructure (Cisco Hardware, HP Procurve and other)
- Firewalls (Cisco Pix, ASA)
- Windows and Linux Server administration
- Exchange Server 2007
- MSSQL Server
- MAS 200 ERP
- VMWare ESX
- Custom Web Applications support
- Smart phones (windows and apple)
- Desktop support (Windows and Mac)

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (any), Computer Science, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems or related field or equivalency.
- Five years of experience managing multiple applications which include development projects from initial concept through design, implementation, and QA to delivery and maintenance of product and application program development alternatives.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-IT-Manager-Job-UT-84101/2660097/266009726600972013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ISC 17D ITS WEB RES CTRfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9507 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80S SJHC ENT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for coordinating department/program schedules, may perform other related duties pertaining to staffing, surgery, equipment purchasing, and expenditure.

Responsibilities:

- May supervise employees through work direction, performance evaluations, and counseling.
- May monitor staffing requirements and assures compliance with JCAHO.
- Compiles and maintains accurate departmental records to include but not limited to payroll and employee information.
- May obtain insurance pre-authorization and other related appropriate documentation.
- Provides statistical reports and participates in quality improvement projects by developing data collection tools, analyzing, compiling and reporting data, and providing input to the QI process.
- Assists in overseeing the purchasing functions, including ordering supplies, surgical instruments and equipment.
- Coordinates services with other departments.
- Maintains schedule by revising and updating them as necessary depending on circumstances.
- Prepares training material and coordinates training of staff.
- Depending on the area of assignment, coordinates schedules for staffing, surgery and surgical procedures or as defined by area, in accordance with University and departmental policy and procedures.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to coordinate, revise and maintain the department schedules.
- Demonstrated the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Ability to display active listening and verbalize empathy.
- Ability to quickly learn new procedures and process.
- Able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to develop relationships with patients, guest and coworkers.
- Have knowledge of HIPPA regulations to insure patient information is guarded and respected.

Qualifications:

Required

- Three years of experience working in a medical office, clinic, with an emphasis in scheduling in a related area, or equivalency.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Certificate in Medical Terminology.
- Certification related to specific area, and/or additional years of related experience.
- Proficient in Epic Business Systems and Epic Clinical Systems

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Requisition Number: 9530 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 20A OMC CASE MGMT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position evaluates and implements physical therapy to patients with neurological, burn/wound, or musculoskeletal injuries or to patients with other acute or chronic physical disabilities through the use of physical therapy techniques, to relieve pain, restore physical functioning and facilitate independence. The incumbent may be involved in the prevention of disabilities or injury re-occurrence.

Responsibilities:

- Evaluates and assesses the patient's abilities and limitations.
- Establishes plan of treatment and goals based on the referral and evaluation of functional skills; joint mobility; gait; developmental reflexes; muscle strength, tone, and coordination; sensation tests; and other measures to ensure rapid patient recovery.
- Implements therapy according to the established plan, utilizing appropriate procedures, equipment and techniques within the scope of physical therapy.
- May participate in wound management through wound debridement, dressing changes, exercise, stretching and splinting.
- Recommends adaptive equipment, completes the equipment justification forms and arranges for the delivery of equipment.
- Re-evaluates patients, assesses their progress and makes recommendations regarding discharge.
- Consults and co-treats with other patient care team members to discuss patient progress, set objectives for patient treatment and integrate physical treatment with other activities.
- Educates the patient and/or caregiver about the findings of the evaluation, established goals of the physical therapy program, plan of treatment, home programs, injury prevention and other related information.
- Evaluates home or work environments and makes physical barrier modification or ergonomic recommendations.
- May assist with departmental program development and training physical therapy students.
- May provide in-services for staff, other departments and the community.
- Provides documentation of patient care according to established criteria.
- Participates in continuous quality improvement projects.
- Supervises the patient care activities of aides, assistants, attendants, students and volunteers.
- Participates in in-services, medical conferences, staff meetings, continuing education courses, team meetings and other related activities.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Current knowledge of safety issues needed in the treatment of patients, especially regarding body substance precautions and body mechanics to protect self, patients and personnel working with therapists.
- May participate in rotations of work area, weekends and week-day hours and assigned holidays.
- Follow ethical guidelines outlined by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current licensure to practice as a Physical Therapist in the State of Utah.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Physical-Therapist-BTICU-PRN-Job-UT-84101/2660099/266009926600992013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 20A OMC CASE MGMTfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9533 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 4-10 hour shifts, Tues to Fri 7am - 5pm. Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI ENT 93F CRIS TRAUMA SOC WK

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position provides professional counseling services of a preventative and developmental nature through direct consultation with patients. Therapy activities include individual, group and couples counseling. The incumbent develops program criteria for area of specialization such as couples or addictive behavior counseling. This position may be responsible for supervising the work of Social Workers, Interns or other caseworkers.

Responsibilities:

- Develops and implements individualized treatment approach to meet the needs of each patient and their families.
- Works in close collaboration with all members of the treatment team including medical doctors, to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors contributing to the patient’s well being.
- Identifies appropriate outside resources, such as community agencies, to assist patients with resuming life in their own community and how to live with the patient's limitations.
- Assists in the development of departmental policies and procedures.
- Oversees and supervises Social Worker Interns.
- May perform Case Management duties.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to communicate verbally as well as in writing.
- Ability to work independently and provide individual, group and couples counseling.
- Ability to oversee the activities of Social Workers, Interns and other caseworkers in their area.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Ability to assist patients and their families with post-treatment adjustments including but not limited to working closely with local, state and federal agencies to ensure the patient receives the appropriate assistance.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two to five years directly related experience.
- Experience with conflict resolution when counseling individuals, couples and groups.

All of the following license(s)

- Current Utah Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Licensed-Clinical-Social-Wkr-%28MCOT-Team%29-Job-UT-84101/2660100/266010026601002013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUNI ENT 93F CRIS TRAUMA SOC WKfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9529 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH OPC 24A BURN THERAPY

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position assists therapists in preparing the patient and therapy area for treatment. Performs routine activities as defined in the treatment plan, and provides clerical support in the daily operation of the therapy clinics. The incumbent works under the immediate supervision of the therapist to assist with specific treatment plans. The therapist directs and monitors each patient care task performed by the aide.

Responsibilities:

- Assists therapists in preparing equipment and treatment area for patient care.
- Prepares patients for treatment by transferring, positioning, dressing or removing external supports. Assists patients during ambulating to prevent injuries.
- Assists therapists with treatment procedures designed to improve the patient’s functioning ability, such as sitting up, balancing, rolling, crawling and performing daily living activities.
- Assists therapists during group activities by providing structured activities for patients.
- Instructs patients in the set-up, operation, and safety of equipment used under the supervision of the therapist.
- Answers phone inquiries and direct patients to appropriate treatment area.
- Schedules and registers patients using IDX and Allegra programs.
- Prepares and maintains patient medical records.
- Tracks inventory levels and equipment inspection. Informs supervisor of items to be ordered and cost fluctuations.
- Collects and organizes data to assist in department quality improvement projects.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated computer skills.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- Ability to work independently while performing non-patient care activities such as cleaning, equipment set-up, etc. and patient related activities such as patient transport, the practice of ambulation or a personal exercise program that are not of a skilled level. These are performed under the general supervision of any therapy or nursing professional.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- Current enrollment in a health related degree program or two years experience in a health care setting.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Rehabilitation-Aide-BTICU-Job-UT-84101/2660101/266010126601012013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH OPC 24A BURN THERAPYfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9522 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name Orthopaedic Center

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UOC CST 40A CALL CENTER

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Completes patient registration into Epic for Business system which may include gathering demographic information, inputting insurance information, and assigning guarantor accounts.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones by screening and directing patients to the appropriate person.
- May perform other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist-Job-UT-84101/2660102/266010226601022013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUOC CST 40A CALL CENTERfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9484 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 20B VASCULAR ACCESS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients and facilitates in the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions, setting up sterile fields during PICC/ML/difficult PIV insertion, and as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- Prepares patients for vascular access procedures according to the PICC team guidelines and policies.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to all licensed staff members.
- Performs vascular access specialty skills and delegated procedures under the direction of a licensed staff member.
- Monitors and cleans assigned equipment used during the insertion after each insertion. Reports outdated supplies, stock levels, orders and restocks procedural carts.
- Answers telephones, forwards messages and under the direction of a licensed staff, schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as helping with copies needed in the PICC office, downloading and storage of ultra sound images, and helping to organize and write information about the measurements of the PICC line on the billing sheet so that it can be charted into power chart by a licensed staff member.
- Attends and completes hospital and PICC mandatory in-services.
- Completes all of the assigned mandatory edu-cat training for employees.
- May assist with in-patient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transporting patients under the direction of the licensed staff.
- May perform IV access and phlebotomy without Ultra sound.
- May perform others duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy and IV skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific PICC team skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until the new hire completes competency testing and pass off.
- Ability to practice work place safety as incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, pathogens, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and helping to position patients in good position for placing the PICC lines.

Qualifications:

Required

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) or
- Current EMT-B or EMT-I Certification in the State of Utah or
- Completion of certified Medical Assistant Program in the State of Utah.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience as an assistant to the licensed Specialty nurses on the PICC team.
- Aseptic technique experience.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Vascular-AccessTechnician-PICC-Job-UT-84101/2660105/266010526601052013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 20B VASCULAR ACCESSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9455 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Location Name Business Services Building

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 10D BUDGET & FIN PLAN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position will report to the Director of Financial Planning for the Hospital and Clinics. The incumbent will act as a system administrator for the Hospital and Clinics installation of SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation). Duties include migration of data, data tie out, system design, creation and maintenance of system logic, design and maintenance of user environment, development and design of BPC universe, report writing, and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

- Act as administrator of our installation of SAP’s BPC (Business Planning and Consolidations)
- Reviews and analyzes user requirements to develop detailed functional specifications.
- Provides report development for business operations including design, validation, implementation and completion stages.
- Tests all results and suggest viable solutions and include system changes to meet specifications for owner, audience, definitions, frequency and estimation of cost before implementation.
- Builds queries and tests data to tie into metrics while identifying data location sources to determine data collection system creative narrative (pseudo code).
- Ties sample reports and record testing to the system and period end data stability and sign off.
*

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to analyze systems, recommend workflow adjustments and identify opportunity for business improvements.
- Ability to research, compile and document data, business processes and workflow.
- Ability to investigate and resolve operational issues.
- Ability to analyze and document business requirements.
- Ability to identify, gather and prepare statistical data.
- Ability to prepare training materials, desk procedures and manuals.
- Ability to facilitate training on existing processes and procedures.
- Ability to participate in testing and documentation cycles.
- Ability to participate in implementations and prepare internal communications.
- Demonstrates effective organizational, multi-tasking, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Working knowledge of PC skills including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and previous experience with VBA (Visual Basic)
- Basic understanding of Income Statement, and capital/operating budget(s)

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency.
- Two years of applicable experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Master’s Degree in Information Systems
- Master’s Business Administration
- Previous experience with SAP’s BPC (Business Planning and Consolidations) preferably as a system administrator
- Previous experience in healthcare with experience in a central budget office

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Requisition Number: 9433 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 8am-5pm Location Name Information Technology Services

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 17C ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

The Systems Administrator III manages the installation, configuration and administration of server hardware, ESX and Hyper-V Hypervisors, Linux, and Microsoft Windows Server.

This position combines technical system administration with project leadership. The incumbent will integrate and support complex systems which provide core services to the organization and support our business systems. The person in this position will manage and administer servers, software and databases for a variety of applications including packaged applications and custom developed databases and applications.

Responsibilities:

- Installs, upgrades and manages server services and application software.
- Provides high level troubleshooting support for server services and application software.
- Proactively monitors and resolves problems with server services and applications.
- Support all aspects of web and server-based application server.
- Installs, upgrades, configures patch and support departmental applications.
- Evaluates and manages web server and server application outages.
- Creates and modifies databases as needed. Installs and tests scripts and systems.
- Advises and consults on programming problems.
- Conceptualized, designs and program complex systems and applications to enhance business processes.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Knowledge of Symantec Management Platform installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of Symantec IT Management Suite installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of Symantec Workflow installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of Symantec Endpoint Protection/McAfee Antivirus/Antispyware/EPO installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of Symantec Endpoint Encryption/McAfee Endpoint Encryption installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server installation, configuration, administration and troubleshooting.
- Ability to write advanced SQL queries.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory Printing.
- Knowledge of various printing functions within business and clinical applications.
- Knowledge of application packaging and software delivery.
- Knowledge of Citrix installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting knowledge of PNAgent, Receiver, Full PN Client, Web Interface and ability to teach appropriate troubleshooting techniques to junior members of the team.
- Current knowledge and background in managing Microsoft servers in a complex heterogeneous environment.
- Experience managing Microsoft IIS servers a strong plus.
- Experience managing Microsoft Office SharePoint a strong plus.


Work Schedule: :

The incubent may be required to work overtime and must participate in an "on-call" rotation on a routine basis.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
- Five years of equivalent experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

- Five years of experience that includes ESX, Hyper-V, Windows and Linux system administration.
- Experience in Storage Area Networks.
- Experience with HP Rapid Deplyment Pack.
- VCP, MCSE Certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Systems-Administrator-III-Job-UT-84101/2660108/266010826601082013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ISC 17C ENTERPRISE SYSTEMSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9541 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name Univ Neuropsychiatric Inst

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UNI ENT 93F RECOVERY CENTER

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients and assists with the provision of basic patient care needs.

Responsibilities:

- Assists with maintaining a safe and hazard free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting patient room searches, reporting unsafe conditions and applying appropriate emotional and physical support.
- Performs or assists with the admission of new patients by gathering routine information for nursing assessment, searches patients and belongings for contraband, documents belongings and other appropriate information.
- Orients the patient and patient's family to the facility and the policies and procedures.
- Escorts the patients to off-unit appointments and activities using therapeutic interventions to ensure the safety of the patient, hospital staff, and other University patients and visitors.
- Assists with providing a therapeutic milieu for patients by encouraging patients to participate in recreational activities and group therapies.
- Assists with supportive therapy for select patients by leading activity and conversation groups.
- Assists in the development of patient behavioral contracts.
- Functions as a preceptor to new Psychiatric Technicians and assists level staff.
- Assists with the unit’s training and quality assurance programs. Provides an annual educational in-service to co-workers.
- Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Assists with initiating and contributing to patient treatment planning, teaching and discharge planning.
- Participates in patient care team conferences by sharing observations of patient's progress toward identified goals and assists the primary Registered Nurse with the development, evaluation, and revision of patient care plans.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to recognize when a patient is having an adverse reaction to medication and report it in a timely manner to the Registered Nurse.
- Ability to assess a patient that can possibly hurt himself/herself and others and report this information to the Registered Nurse, and has the ability to assist with restraints and seclusion.
- Interpersonal skills to acquire the trust of the patients and respond appropriately in a crisis situation.
- Ability to utilize the principles of group dynamics when co-leading a group to facilitate the development of social, behavioral, and communication skills among group members.
- Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skill.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent four years of experience or an Associate’s degree and two years related experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Basic Life Support card or obtain one within one month of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Psychiatric-Technician-I-Job-UT-84101/2663045/266304526630452013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUNI ENT 93F RECOVERY CENTERfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9540 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Evening

Work Schedule: .. Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC CST 80S SJHC ENV SERVICES

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position performs various cleaning tasks to provide all staff, visitors and patients a safe and clean environment by maintaining standards of cleanliness, sanitation and freedom from hazards and infections.

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

Responsibilities:

- Sweeps, cleans, mops, scrubs and dusts floors.
- Cleans toilets, basins, showers, bathtubs, patient beds and scrubs walls; dusts, cleans and vacuums furniture, fixtures doors and related furnishings by using appropriate cleaning supplies.
- Operates and maintains electric floor machines, snow blowers, industrial vacuums, carpet shampooing equipment and upholstery shampooing equipment.
- Cleans, refinishes and maintains a variety of floor coverings.
- Cleans patient rooms, beds, waiting areas and examination tables.
- Labels and removes infectious waste bags and containers.
- Transports custodial supplies and equipment to and from storage and work areas.
- Replaces sharp containers, transports trash and refuse, removes empty boxes and organizes closets.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- This position has the authority to experience a certain degree of autonomy in simply “keeping up” an assigned area under their jurisdiction, making independent judgments on needed activities and projects.
- Incumbents may function as a team leader on specific assignments or activities involving personnel of the same job classification.
- Challenges encountered in this position include working around patients, visitors and staff without causing any disruptions. For instance, the incumbent may have to decide whether or not to proceed with cleaning a patient’s room if the patient has visitors. Another challenge faced by incumbents is working with patient care units and other departments with specialized cleaning needs and hazards.
- The Health Care Custodian is challenged to determine if chemical spills are medical, infectious or a routine spill and then the appropriate procedure to follow in disposing of the spill.

Qualifications:

Required

- Entry level position.
- Dependent upon assigned department, a valid Utah driver’s license may be required.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Six months of related experience.
- Basic Life Support card or obtain one within one month of hire.
- Can lift up to 40lbs.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time (4hrs).]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Custodian-Job-UT-84065/2663046/266304626630462013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC CST 80S SJHC ENV SERVICESfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9532 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Evening

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ANC 22A OPERATING RM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- May process paperwork to order medical treatments and tests; collects/compiles/retrieves patient's test and lab results.
- May schedule patient appointments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Health-Care-Assistant-OR-Job-UT-84101/2663048/266304826630482013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ANC 22A OPERATING RMfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9536 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Negotiable Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ANC 22A OPERATING RM

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse; requires direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.

Responsibilities:

- Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.
- Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.
- Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.
- Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, chaperoning the physician during patient examinations/procedures, housekeeping, transporting, stocking and maintenance tasks.
- Performs unit specific duties as required.
- Accepts delegated tasks as appropriate to training and certification.
- May process paperwork to order medical treatments and tests; collects/compiles/retrieves patient's test and lab results.
- May schedule patient appointments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position performs selected patient care tasks and procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse and as authorized and defined in the procedural guide for Health Care Assistants. Assistance from professional nursing staff is required to solve problems.
- Major challenges encountered by the incumbent include initiating appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

Qualifications:

Required

- For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.
- Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Health-Care-Assistant-Job-UT-84101/2663049/266304926630492013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ANC 22A OPERATING RMfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9526 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 20A OMC CASE MGMT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for maintaining the financial integrity of both the patient and the organization through the provision of quality based patient care focusing on the medical necessity and efficiency of the delivery of such care; achieved via managing the cost of care while providing timely and accurate information to third party payers.

Responsibilities:

- Applies approved utilization criteria to monitor appropriateness of admissions with associated levels of care and continued stay review.
- Communication to third-party payers for initial and concurrent clinical review.
- Reviews patient chart to ensure patient continues to meet medical necessity.
- Documentation of all actions and information shared with care team members or third-party payer.
- Alerts and discusses with physician/provider when patient no longer meets medical necessity criteria for the inpatient stay.
- Discusses with physicians the appropriateness of resource utilization.
- Tracks length of stay (LOS) and resource utilization to identify at risk patients.
- Refers to UR committee any case that surpasses expected LOS, expected cost, or over/underutilization of resources.
- Performs verbal/fax clinical review with payer as determined by nursing judgment and/or collaboration with the payer per university contractual obligation.
- Participant in UR Committee as needed.
- Collects data on variances in LOS, avoidable days, costs/barriers to discharge/transition and denied days.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated team leadership, relationship building, critical analysis, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of payers, payer systems, cost effective utilization management and InterQual criteria.
- The ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Ability to work autonomously and as a team member.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year Utilization Review or Case Management experience.

All of the following license(s)

- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Proficiency in application of InterQual Criteria, knowledge of ICD-9, DRG’s and CPT Codes.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Utilization-Review-Nurse-Job-UT-84101/2663050/266305026630502013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 20A OMC CASE MGMTfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9528 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 32A MED & SPEC CLINIC

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Medical Assistant National Certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Assistant-Job-UT-84101/2663051/266305126630512013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 32A MED & SPEC CLINICfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9443 Reg/Temp Temporary

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 hours a week Location Name Clinical Neurosciences Center

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH OPC 30A NEUROSURGERY CL

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Medical Assistant National Certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Assistant-Job-UT-84101/2663052/266305226630522013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH OPC 30A NEUROSURGERY CLfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9550 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ANC 14A NONINV DIAGNOSTIC

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Completes patient registration into Epic for Business system which may include gathering demographic information, inputting insurance information, and assigning guarantor accounts.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones by screening and directing patients to the appropriate person.
- May perform other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist-Echo-Lab-Job-UT-84101/2666364/266636426663642013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ANC 14A NONINV DIAGNOSTICfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9556 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH OPC 32A INTERNAL MED CL 2

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Completes patient registration into Epic for Business system which may include gathering demographic information, inputting insurance information, and assigning guarantor accounts.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones by screening and directing patients to the appropriate person.
- May perform other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist-Job-UT-84101/2666365/266636526663652013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH OPC 32A INTERNAL MED CL 2full-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9544 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: varies Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH ANC 60S OR SURGICAL SRVCS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures. The incumbent maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field and assists with maintaining equipment and instruments as well as with supply inventory.

Responsibilities:

- Checks supplies/instrumentation and equipment needed for surgical procedures and ensures they are working properly.
- Opens sterile supplies and sets up the table for each surgical procedure.
- Provides a sterile field for surgical procedures. Ensures that the members of the surgical team are properly attired and assists the surgeon with draping the patient to isolate the operative site.
- Assists in the maintenance of the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques and informing the surgeon/surgical team of infractions.
- Anticipates and passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon.
- Counts sponges and sharps with the R.N. prior to the surgery and before the incision is closed.
- Cleans, wraps and prepares the instruments for sterilization.
- Assists in the maintenance of specialty surgical services.
- Prepares the sterile dressing for the patient’s incision.
- Orients medical/nursing students and technicians to the unit.
- Assists in the development of unit goals/objectives, quality improvement and cost containment measures.
- Arranges for borrowing/lending of equipment as directed.
- May assist in the scheduling of surgical procedures.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology and anatomy.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Provide care appropriate to the population served.
- This position has the authority to identify to operating room staff when there is a break in the sterile field and to take appropriate corrective measures. This requires good interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy.
- Representative challenges for the incumbent include maintaining a fast/rapid pace as well as working for multiple surgeons and anticipating their individual needs and preferences.
- Ability to ensure the proper care, maintenance and coordination of surgical instruments and supplies.
- Incumbents face exposure to new and used needles, knives, other sharps, blood, and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- Successful completion of an accredited O.R. Technician program or equivalency (the accredited program requires one year of school).

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Certification by the Surgical Technologist Association and two years of experience.
- American Heart Association BLS Certification]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Surgical-Technician-HCH-OR-Job-UT-84101/2666366/266636626663662013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH ANC 60S OR SURGICAL SRVCSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9535 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Need availability on Tuesday and Thursday Location Name Orthopaedic Center

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UOC CST 40A CALL CENTER

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Completes patient registration into Epic for Business system which may include gathering demographic information, inputting insurance information, and assigning guarantor accounts.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones by screening and directing patients to the appropriate person.
- May perform other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist-Job-UT-84101/2666367/266636726663672013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUOC CST 40A CALL CENTERfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9527 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Days with some Swings/ WE Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH IPC 11C PHARMACY IP

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all aspects of the assigned department's internal and external customer service, as well as the human resource and financial management operations. The incumbent acts as a catalyst between the department and its customers, and staff, to ensure continuity and quality of service and care.

Responsibilities:

- Manages the hiring, orienting, and development of staff. Conducts employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors. Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing or certification. Plans for rotational experiences and schedules students and residents. May serve as residency program director or coordinator. Precepts residents and students as assigned. Serves as a role model.
- Performs the essential functions of a clinical pharmacist.
- Guides department(s) in mission, vision, and values.
- Operationalizes the department goals in alignment with the Administrative Director, and Director's, goals and strategies. Proactively addresses issues.
- Functions as an effective team member. Implements performance improvement projects and collects data to measure the effectiveness of interventions. Identifies opportunities for improvement and develops solutions to address issues. Clarifies and supports organizational policies and procedures. Implements and enforces department policies. Identifies opportunities to revise policies as appropriate.
- Has financial responsibility for the labor and operations of assigned areas. Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.
- Networks and builds relationships with others within the organization and with others in similar organizations. Serves effectively on department committees and interdisciplinary committees.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates, to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
- Knowledge of assigned department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan, and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors.

Qualifications:

Required

- Advanced degree (PharmD or MS) or equivalent clinical practice experience.
- Health System Pharmacy administrative residency or at least 1 year of practice experience.

All of the following license(s)

- Current licensure to dispense controlled substances in the State of Utah.
- Current Pharmacist license in the State of Utah (Obtain within 90 days of starting residency)

Qualifications (Preferred):

- Applicable supervisory training.
- Master’s degree in a related area.
- Served in progressive leadership roles for at least 3 years preferred.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Pharmacy-Manager-Job-UT-84101/2666368/266636826663682013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH IPC 11C PHARMACY IPfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9520 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F 8:30-5:30, rotating Saturdays Location Name Redstone Health Center

City: PARK CITY State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80T RSHC MED RECEP

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position makes a difference for patients in an outpatient care unit by providing excellent customer service, facilitating and ensuring the accuracy of the information flow between medical, hospital staff and departments to maximize unit efficiency. The incumbent provides administrative input regarding the internal operation of the department.

Responsibilities:

- Completes patient admission or registration process by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents for completeness and accuracy. Obtains and documents missing information required for completion of the registration.
- Completes patient registration into Epic for Business system which may include gathering demographic information, inputting insurance information, and assigning guarantor accounts.
- Schedules patient appointments; contacts patients for rescheduling, missed appointments and appointment reminders.
- Prepares paperwork for patient visit.
- Communicates with patients in a confidential professional manner using tact and diplomacy.
- Notifies patients and their families of co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as appropriate and collects co-payments.
- Reconciles against daily charge reports.
- Monitors patient flow; adjusts workflow accordingly and notifies the clinical staff.
- Answers telephones by screening and directing patients to the appropriate person.
- May perform other receptionist duties such as sorting and distributing mail.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in stressful or difficult situations.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Basic computer skills.
- Must be able to complete medical terminology course provided by the hospital within the first year of employment.

Qualifications:

Required

- One year of continuous office experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Experience with Epic, ICD- 9 and CPT 4 coding.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Park-City-Outpatient-Services-Specialist-Job-UT-84060/2666369/266636926663692013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC OPC 80T RSHC MED RECEPfull-timeUSDstarting0BSPark City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9519 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F, with rotating call Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH OPC 12C RAD ADMIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position has the responsibility of providing nursing services to Interventional Radiology patients; setting-up electrical and hemodynamic transducers and amplifiers; recording and obtaining hemodynamic, electrical and angiographic data; and assessing patients during the procedures and delivered therapy.

Responsibilities:

- Prepares patient and equipment for catheterization procedures by preparing site of entry, draping patient, arranging sterilized instruments and catheters, and calibrating and setting-up pressure transducers and tubing.
- Obtains and records hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data by operating hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment
- Attends to patient needs during studies.
- Develops and contributes to a plan of nursing for the patient’s care.
- Administers intravenous and oral medications to patients.
- Assists in the collection of arterial and venous blood samples and respiratory gases.
- Monitors patient’s vital signs.
- Participates in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Restocks supplies when time allows.
- Is available on a rotational call schedule for procedures after normal hours.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.
- Knowledge of electronic monitoring devices.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.

Qualifications:

Required

- Required license(s):
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

- ACLS card or obtain one within six months of hire.
- Two years of ICU/CCU experience in arrhythmia and hemodynamic monitoring of patients in an acute-care setting.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Interventional-Radiology-Nurse-Job-UT-84101/2666370/266637026663702013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH OPC 12C RAD ADMINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9475 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 4 - 10 hour shifts, days TBD Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2C/BMT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:
All of the following license(s)
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse%2C-BMT-Clinic-Job-UT-84101/2666371/266637126663712013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH OPC 60C CLINIC 2C/BMTfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9558 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH RET 15E NCS STARBUCKS CAFE

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This job ensures service standards are met and surpassed by creating the Starbucks Experience for your customers by providing customers with prompt service, quality beverages and products, and maintaining a clean and comfortable store environment.

Responsibilities:

• Responds to customer needs and says “thank you” to every customer.
• Anticipates customer and store needs by constantly evaluating the environment and customers for cues.
• Discover customer needs and appropriately suggests product with every customer to enhance service and meet your sales goals.
• Assist customers in the selection and purchase of specialty coffee beverages and whole bean sales (as applicable).
• Maintains customer service area and equipment in a clean and appealing manner.
• Provides quality beverages, whole bean, and food products consistently for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards.
• Follows health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products.
• Demonstrates “Just Say Yes” behavior when taking care of customer needs.
• Follows store policies and procedures for operational flow at each station.
• Performs cleaning tasks and standards and works as a store team player.
• Presents oneself professionally and demonstrates clear communication with all customers and interactions with fellow associates.
• Follows Standards for merchandising, stocking, rotating and storing all products.
• Performs equipment maintenance in accordance with Starbucks standards.
• Follows cash handling and register policies.
• Follows inventory stocking and recording guidelines.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Demonstrated communication and human relations skills.

Qualifications:

Required

- Six months of food service, customer service experience or equivalency.
- Current food service worker’s permit.
- Incumbents must successfully complete the Starbucks training program.*LI-AD1]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Starbucks-Barista-Job-UT-84101/2672545/267254526725452013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH RET 15E NCS STARBUCKS CAFEfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9557 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH RET 15E NCS STARBUCKS CAFE

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This job ensures service standards are met and surpassed by creating the Starbucks Experience for your customers by providing customers with prompt service, quality beverages and products, and maintaining a clean and comfortable store environment.

Responsibilities:

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Essential Functions:

• Delivers Legendary Service to all customers by acting with a “customer comes first” attitude and connecting with the customer.
• Responds to customer needs and says “thank you” to every customer.
• Anticipates customer and store needs by constantly evaluating the environment and customers for cues.
• Discover customer needs and appropriately suggests product with every customer to enhance service and meet your sales goals.
• Assist customers in the selection and purchase of specialty coffee beverages and whole bean sales (as applicable).
• Maintains customer service area and equipment in a clean and appealing manner.
• Provides quality beverages, whole bean, and food products consistently for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards.
• Follows health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products.
• Demonstrates “Just Say Yes” behavior when taking care of customer needs.
• Follows store policies and procedures for operational flow at each station.
• Performs cleaning tasks and standards and works as a store team player.
• Presents oneself professionally and demonstrates clear communication with all customers and interactions with fellow associates.
• Follows Standards for merchandising, stocking, rotating and storing all products.
• Performs equipment maintenance in accordance with Starbucks standards.
• Follows cash handling and register policies.
• Follows inventory stocking and recording guidelines.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Demonstrated communication and human relations skills.

Qualifications:

Required

- Six months of food service, customer service experience or equivalency.
- Current food service worker’s permit.
- Incumbents must successfully complete the Starbucks training program.*LI-AD1]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Starbucks-Barista-Job-UT-84101/2672546/267254626725462013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH RET 15E NCS STARBUCKS CAFEfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9551 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday occasional weekend Location Name Redwood Clinic

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80R RWHC CTR ADMIN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all aspects of the customer service operations and the clinic operations of the Redwood Health Center. This position will be responsible for front office functions, patient flow within the center, supply chain management, and direct supervision of the supply chain staff.The incumbent acts as a catalyst between the department and its customers, and staff, ensuring customer and staff satisfaction and making sure the staff and customers’ needs are fulfilled.

Responsibilities:

- Guides department(s) in mission, vision, and values.
- Operationalize the department goals in alignment with the Executive Director, and Director's, goals and strategies.
- Financial responsibility for the labor and operations of the area.
- Manages the hiring, orienting, and development of staff.
- Conducts employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors.
- Clarifies and supports organizational policies and procedures.
- Implements and enforces department policies.
- Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing, or certification.
- Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.
- Networks and builds relationships with others in similar organizations.
- Develops and maintains programs to align Redwood Health Center with University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics Exceptional Patient Experience goals by analyzing trends and implementing initiatives to improve or maintain top performance.
- Accountable for the centers Exceptional Patient Experience including creating and presenting data reports to the center, providers, and staff. This includes conducting EPE presentations in department and provider meetings,
- Responsible for daily rounding/communication directly with patients, staff, and providers.
- Participates in the implementation and maintenance of organizational PCMH/NCQA initiatives with particular emphasis on ensuring that front end processes support appropriate access.
- Assists with business opportunity analysis for increasing the clinics service lines.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates, to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
- Knowledge of assigned department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors.
- Knowledge of and ability to implement effective strategies and activities that promote long term customer loyalty.
- Familiar with the policies, standards, and procedures guiding customer interactions.
- Ability to coach all center employees in delivering an exceptional patient experience

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in a related area of assignment, or equivalency.
- Four years of more progressively responsible management experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Master’s degree in a related area, or equivalency.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Customer-Service-Manager-Job-UT-84101/2672547/267254726725472013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC OPC 80R RWHC CTR ADMINfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9547 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 8-5 Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ISC 15B STRATEGIC INIT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for applying their extensive knowledge of performance improvement practices, methodologies, project management, and change management to develop, coordinate and execute projects and initiatives toward the achievement of organizational goals.

Responsibilities:

- Leads system-wide efforts to improve clinical and operational performance and implement optimal new programs or processes.
- Develops, coordinates and executes projects and initiatives aligned to achieve the organizations goals.
- Drives the implementation of the projects or strategies.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to apply extensive knowledge of performance improvement practices, methodologies, project management, and change management.
- Knowledge in organization development disciplines in Total Quality Management, Six Sigma, Lean or other performance improvement practices.
- Demonstrated analytical and communication skills.
- Demonstrated computer skills including database analysis.
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to be a results oriented self-starter.
- Ability to multi-task.

Qualifications:

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Industrial or Management Engineering, or related field.
- Three years experience leading Quality Performance Improvement, and/or Project Management Initiatives leading cross functional project teams.
- Health care experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

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Requisition Number: 9560 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Location Name Home Infusion Pharmacy

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH RET 11C RX INFUSION THER

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for researching, identifying and adjusting medical claim errors.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Reviews medical claim requests or electronic records to determine if adjustment is necessary.
- Adjusts and documents medical claims or electronic records.
- Researches and verifies appropriate refund requests. Posts refund checks to correct accounts.
- Identifies errors associated with adjustment and refund processes.
- Ensures quality improvement by providing adjustment trend information.
- Processes voids and adjusts medical claims or electronic records.
- Reviews report of logged claims and resolves issues.
- Assists in testing system functionality during system upgrades and implementations.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to identify problems and correct errors.

Qualifications:

Required

- Five years experience collecting, organizing and maintaining health insurance and processing medical claims and familiarity with medical coding or equivalency.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Claims-Adjuster%2C-Home-Infusion-Pharmacy-Job-UT-84101/2672549/267254926725492013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH RET 11C RX INFUSION THERfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9566 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH RET 15E NUTR CARE NONPAT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position performs food service work in the areas of pre-meal prep work, assembly, distribution, and clean up for all areas of the hospital including the cafeteria, deli, espresso bar, patient units, and for catered hospital functions. Employees may be responsible for ordering and maintaining proper ingredient stock levels and performing cashier duties.

This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Sets up food assembly areas, including the patient tray line, and performs other prep duties required to ensure well coordinated food production.
- Prepares all types of food according to instructions written in standardized recipes.
- Provides quality food service to patients’ rooms and to cafeteria, deli, and espresso bar customers.
- Takes responsibility for assuring that food is prepared and delivered as ordered; returns to pick up trays and other nutrition equipment from patient’s rooms or catered events; and follows through on any complaints or problems when necessary.
- Portions and packages food in a timely and sanitary fashion.
- Coordinates activities with Cooks and other Nutrition Services staff as necessary to ensure that the department functions properly.
- Washes dishes and pots using dishwashing equipment; cleans assigned area and equipment daily; mops floors and performs other light cleaning duties.
- Ensures that food trays delivered to patient units contain correct meals in accordance with recognized special patient diets such as low sodium, fluid restricted, etc.
- May perform catering functions such as setting up various types of meal services; assures that food arrives on time and in an aesthetically pleasing manner; and responds to problems or complaints.
- May perform ingredient inventory and storeroom maintenance, ordering and adjusting supplies as necessary.
- Ensures that condiment containers and automatic change dispenser are full and operational.
- Rotates stock to ensure that ingredients and food items are always fresh.
- May check inventory levels and prepare storeroom orders.
- May direct up to ten employees if assigned to a lead position.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic math.
- Demonstrated human relation, customer service, time management, and effective communication skills.
- This position works under general to direct supervision of the Nutrition Care Services Supervisor. Incumbents may also receive instruction from Nutrition Care Technicians. Incumbents may make decisions on matters for which departmental guidelines, policy and/or procedure authorizes them to do so, but must refer all new or unusual situations to their supervisor.
- Major challenges this position faces include proper handling of customer issues or complaints; and performing and/or coordinating the activities of others to ensure proper functioning when operating under conditions of staff shortages. Incumbents deal with special requests made by patients or their families, and must determine when to refer questions to Nutrition Care Supervisors or Technicians. Incumbents also must ensure that stockroom inventory is used by the authorized personnel.
- Incumbents must comply with departmental policies regarding attendance and periodic evaluations in order to perform the job duties acceptably.
- This position involves standing for long periods of time.
- Incumbents may face exposure to potentially dangerous cleaning chemicals utilized in sanitation procedures as well as equipment/supply hazards such wet or hot work surfaces and sharp edges on food wrap containers or open cans, meat slicers and food processors. The position involves lifting and/or pushing heavy supply containers, equipment and food carts. Incumbents also face exposure to items discarded on patient and customer trays, including soiled bandages and tubing, spilled medications, bodily fluids, and patient care equipment such as used needles, clamps and scissors.
- In patient care units, incumbents in this position are responsible for providing nutritional care to 50 to 70 patients daily. In the cafeteria, incumbents are responsible for handling $5000 daily in cash transactions.

Qualifications:

Required

- Six months of food service or customer service experience, or equivalency.
- Current food service worker’s permit.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Previous experience in a restaurant and/or other food handling experience in a health care setting.
- Prior cashiering experience.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Nutrition-Care-Aide-Job-UT-84101/2672550/267255026725502013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH RET 15E NUTR CARE NONPATfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9559 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH RET 15E NCS STARBUCKS CAFE

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This job ensures service standards are met and surpassed by creating the Starbucks Experience for your customers by providing customers with prompt service, quality beverages and products, and maintaining a clean and comfortable store environment.

Responsibilities:

• Responds to customer needs and says “thank you” to every customer.
• Anticipates customer and store needs by constantly evaluating the environment and customers for cues.
• Discover customer needs and appropriately suggests product with every customer to enhance service and meet your sales goals.
• Assist customers in the selection and purchase of specialty coffee beverages and whole bean sales (as applicable).
• Maintains customer service area and equipment in a clean and appealing manner.
• Provides quality beverages, whole bean, and food products consistently for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards.
• Follows health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products.
• Demonstrates “Just Say Yes” behavior when taking care of customer needs.
• Follows store policies and procedures for operational flow at each station.
• Performs cleaning tasks and standards and works as a store team player.
• Presents oneself professionally and demonstrates clear communication with all customers and interactions with fellow associates.
• Follows Standards for merchandising, stocking, rotating and storing all products.
• Performs equipment maintenance in accordance with Starbucks standards.
• Follows cash handling and register policies.
• Follows inventory stocking and recording guidelines.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Demonstrated communication and human relations skills.

Qualifications:

Required

- Six months of food service, customer service experience or equivalency.
- Current food service worker’s permit.
- Incumbents must successfully complete the Starbucks training program.*LI-AD1]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Starbucks-Barista-Job-UT-84101/2672551/267255126725512013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH RET 15E NCS STARBUCKS CAFEfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9496 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Variable Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH ANC 22A SHORT STAY UNIT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.
- Must demonstrate evidence of 400-800 clinical hours in an acute care setting during formal education through an academic entity that has arranged and provided for the clinical training site, or 2080 hours in an acute care setting post course work.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills as well as demonstrated human relation and effective communication skill

Qualifications:
All of the following license(s)
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Clinical-Nurse-PRN-Short-Stay-Job-UT-84101/2672552/267255226725522013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH ANC 22A SHORT STAY UNITfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9581 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 15C VALET SRVCS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Provides assistance and information to incoming patients, visitors and staff to facilitate their entrance to, or exit from the hospital. Provides valet parking services for hospital patients and visitors, assists with traffic control in hospital parking areas; maintains accurate documentation regarding valet parked vehicles.

Responsibilities:

- Parks and retrieves patient’s vehicles upon arrival and departure from the hospital in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
- Directs and assists patients and visitors as they enter and exit the hospital parking areas, hospital lobby and their vehicles.
- Accurately documents all vehicle tag information, claim numbers, and key storage location.
- Ensures that vehicles are returned in the same condition in which they were received.
- Works as a team in keeping staging areas clear and maintaining smooth traffic flow in and out of the parking areas/terraces.
- Performs simple repair to parking control equipment and assists patients and visitors with minor repairs such as a flat tire or dead battery.
- Coordinates with Parking Services and security to patrol and enforce patient/visitor parking areas.
- Addresses lighting and safety issues located in the parking areas and assists in keeping areas free of debris.
- Assists in emergency situations by directing emergency vehicles and maintaining traffic control as needed.
- Investigates and reports accidents within parking valet areas and educates involved patron on how to proceed regarding the damage.
- Removes snow and ice from hospital entrance and terrace areas.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to display active listening and verbalize empathy.
- Ability to quickly learn new procedures and process.
- Able to prioritize and multi task in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to develop relationships with patients, guest and coworkers.
- Have knowledge of HIPPA regulations to insure patient information is guarded and respected.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two years related experience such as customer service, parking enforcement or as a parking attendant
- A valid Utah Driver’s License at time of hire with no moving violations in the last two years
- Must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Parking-ValetService-Officer-Job-UT-84101/2675190/267519026751902013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 15C VALET SRVCSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9543 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 10R PAT ACCESS ADMIT

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

** This position for use in Patient Access Departments ONLY **

In addition to the essential functions of the Patient Access Representative I, the level II representative will coordinate bed placement, transfers and other admissions functions.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Interviews patients to obtain demographic and insurance information necessary for medical record identification and bill processing in accordance with hospital, state, and federal regulations and procedures.
- Identifies documents and collects patient responsibility money before or at the time of service. Assists patients with questions about financial arrangements, billing, collections or other policies.
- Schedules, registers and arrives appointments for various ancillary services.
- Coordinates placement and admission of patients into the hospital. Also coordinates inter-facility transfers, admissions and discharges.
- Assures accurate admission class and order status for federal compliance and accurate census. Performs regular audits to ensure accuracy.
- Depending on the area of assignment the incumbent may also perform some of the following duties:
- Obtains prior authorization from insurance companies for procedures and hospital stays. Escalates to the Financial Advocate team and notifies Physician’s office when authorization is not obtained or benefits are inadequate.
- Follows up on denied claims.
- Corrects and edits registration errors to ensure proper billing.
- Screens for liability insurance benefits for patients and initiates claim processing on behalf of the patient when necessary.
- Completes check-in procedures with may include creation of charts, discussing policies and paperwork with patients, entering information into the computer and directing patients to departments.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Familiarity with commercial or government billing requirements and Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to discuss topics of insurance coverage, treatment costs, prompt pay and/or financial hardship discounts to patients and/or family members during catastrophic or challenging life events. Such events may include but are not limited to death, amputation and disability.
- Basic knowledge of accounting, word processing and spreadsheets.
- Demonstrated critical thinking, human relation and verbal/written communication skills.
- Ability to navigate through various hospital software applications.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage a large workload in stressful situations.

Qualifications:

Required

- Three years experience in a health care setting or equivalency.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Bilingual language (Spanish) skills.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Patient-Access-Representative-II-Job-UT-84101/2675191/267519126751912013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 10R PAT ACCESS ADMITfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9538 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Night

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH CST 10R PAT ACCESS FIN SVC

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

**This description is only for the Patient Access department**

This position is responsible for a variety of functions within the Revenue Cycle. The incumbent may be responsible to gather insurance information to secure funding, patient registration & check-in. This position routinely works with physicians, case managers, case workers, and patients to resolve issues that arise. The incumbent may collect patient liability money throughout the revenue cycle.

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Completes check-in procedures with may include creation of charts, discussing policies and paperwork with patients, entering information into the computer and directing patients to departments.
- Interviews patients to obtain demographic and insurance information necessary for medical record identification and bill processing in accordance with hospital, state, and federal regulations and procedures.
- Identifies documents and collects patient responsibility money before or at the time of service. Assists patients with questions about financial arrangements, billing, collections or other policies.
- Schedules, registers and arrives appointments for various ancillary services.
- Depending on the area of assignment the incumbent may also perform some of the following duties:
- Obtains prior authorization from insurance companies for procedures and hospital stays. Escalates to the Financial Advocate team and notifies Physician’s office when authorization is not obtained or benefits are inadequate.
- Follows up on denied claims.
- Corrects and edits registration errors to ensure proper billing.
- Screens for liability insurance benefits for patients and initiates claim processing on behalf of the patient when necessary. May file and amend hospital liens to ensure reimbursement.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Familiarity with commercial or government billing requirements and Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to discuss topics of insurance coverage, treatment costs, prompt pay and/or financial hardship discounts to patients and/or family members during catastrophic or challenging life events. Such events may include but are not limited to death, amputation and disability.
- Basic knowledge of accounting, word processing and spreadsheets.
- Demonstrated critical thinking, human relation and verbal/written communication skills.
- Ability to navigate through various hospital software applications.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage a large workload in stressful situations.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two years experience in a health care financial setting or equivalency.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Bilingual language (Spanish) skills.
- Previous experience with medical insurance and prior-authorizations.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Patient-Access-Representative-I-Job-UT-84101/2675192/267519226751922013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH CST 10R PAT ACCESS FIN SVCfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9573 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: HCH CST 60G TUMOR REGISTRY

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for coding, staging, and abstracting all cases of cancer and certain benign tumors initially seen, diagnosed, and/or treated at University of Utah Hospital & Clinics (UUHC).

This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Responsibilities:

- Abstracts and reviews cases of malignancies and certain benign tumors diagnosed and/or treated at University of Utah Hospital & Clinics.
- Codes, stages, and enters into the computer each case added to the tumor registry utilizing ICD-O, ICD-9/10, AJCC TNM (Tumor, Nodes, Metastasis) & Collaborative Staging/Coding, FORDS (Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards), and SEER (Surveillance of Epidemiology and End Results) guidelines.
- Complies with state and federal mandates that require the UUHC to report all diagnosed and/or treated malignancies and certain benign tumors.
- Participates in the quality management of the registry data and activities.
- Contacts patients, providers, & state registries per the database to gather follow-up information and verify or correct patient information.
- Compiles data and generates reports for special studies.
- Assists in retrieving and compiling data for preparation of annual reporting.
- Assists in completing the American College of Surgeons Patient Care Evaluations.
- Assists in coordinating the Treatment Planning Conferences and to attend Cancer Committee meetings.
- Assist with the management of clinical documentation requirements related to regulatory rules and regulations.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated organizational skills.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency of ICD-O and ICD -9CM Vol l,ll,lll, ICD-10 CM/PCS, DMS Coding.
- Demonstrated knowledge of staging according to the American Joint Commission on Cancer (AJCC) staging system (TNM) Tumors Nodes Metastasis and Surveillance of Epidemiology and End Result (SEER) Summary Stage and Collaborative Staging.
- Ability to prioritize and coordinate work processes.
- Ability to assist in conflict management of teams.

Qualifications:

Required

- Associates degree in a Health Information Management or National Cancer Registrar Association (NCRA) related field or equivalency.
- Two years of experience.
- Completion of the National Tumor Registrar Certification within one year of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- RHIT or RHIA Certification.
- Certification in NCRA related area.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Certified-Tumor-Registrar-Job-UT-84101/2675193/267519326751932013-07-19University of Utah Health CareHCH CST 60G TUMOR REGISTRYfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9576 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: M-F Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80S SJHC OB GYN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.
All of the following license(s)
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- OB/GYN Experience
- Medical Assistant National Certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Medical-Assistant-Job-UT-84065/2675194/267519426751942013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC OPC 80S SJHC OB GYNfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9578 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: M-F 8-6 Location Name Redwood Clinic

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UCC OPC 80R RWHC OB-GYN

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides assistive care to patients. The incumbent facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care, supports the professional role of the licensed staff, and provides support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to the patient. This position also assists with clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker.

Responsibilities:

- May assist inpatient and family education by providing educational material and general health information to patients and family members.
- May assist with transportation of patients to ancillary departments or inpatient units as directed by licensed staff.
- May instruct in Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements.
- May perform IV access.
- May perform other duties based on department assigned.
- Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to clinic procedures such as recording temperatures, pulse rate, blood pressure and responses to standardized medical history questions.
- Reports all observed patient concerns and changes in condition to a licensed staff member.
- Performs Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waved Lab tests as identified by department and reports results to the appropriate personnel. May perform patient phlebotomies in accordance with clinic procedures and physician orders after specialized training.
- Performs additional skills such as suture removal, straight catheterization and injections (IM, Subq and intra-dermal).
- Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested and assists with procedures.
- Monitors and cleans assigned patient examination rooms, unit areas and unit equipment reporting outdated supplies, stock levels and restock set levels of items and necessary equipment repairs.
- Answers telephones, forwards telephone messages and under the direction of licensed staff schedules appointments, procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Assists in routine clerical functions such as filing of medical information in patient’s records, locating and compiling department charts, obtaining medical records from other providers and entering charges for billing purposes.
- Attends and completes mandatory education including infection prevention and control, safety, CPR, equipment usage and procedures according to hospital and department policies.
- May apply leads and monitors for diagnostic procedures such as EKG and ultrasound scan under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
- Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the specific clinic’s specialty skills within six weeks of hire. *Specialty skills may not be performed until after the new hire completed basic competency testing.
- Incumbents face exposure to potentially dangerous contaminated bodily fluids, blood, used needles and other contaminants as part of the daily hazards of the job.
- Ability to withstand the physical demand of being on your feet for long periods of time, of moving and lifting patients and of reaching for and handling equipment.

Qualifications:

Required

- Completion of a certified Medical Assistant Program or current certification as an EMT-Intermediate in the State of Utah.

All of the following license(s)

- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- OB/GYN Experience
- LPRT
- Medical Assistant National Certification]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Medical-Assistant-Job-UT-84101/2675195/267519526751952013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC OPC 80R RWHC OB-GYNfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9577 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift ..

Work Schedule: .. Location Name University of Utah Hospital

City: SALT LAKE CITY State UT

Department: UUH RET 15E NCS STARBUCKS CAFE

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This job ensures service standards are met and surpassed by creating the Starbucks Experience for your customers by providing customers with prompt service, quality beverages and products, and maintaining a clean and comfortable store environment.

Responsibilities:

*

Essential Functions:

• Delivers Legendary Service to all customers by acting with a “customer comes first” attitude and connecting with the customer.
• Responds to customer needs and says “thank you” to every customer.
• Anticipates customer and store needs by constantly evaluating the environment and customers for cues.
• Discover customer needs and appropriately suggests product with every customer to enhance service and meet your sales goals.
• Assist customers in the selection and purchase of specialty coffee beverages and whole bean sales (as applicable).
• Maintains customer service area and equipment in a clean and appealing manner.
• Provides quality beverages, whole bean, and food products consistently for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards.
• Follows health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products.
• Demonstrates “Just Say Yes” behavior when taking care of customer needs.
• Follows store policies and procedures for operational flow at each station.
• Performs cleaning tasks and standards and works as a store team player.
• Presents oneself professionally and demonstrates clear communication with all customers and interactions with fellow associates.
• Follows Standards for merchandising, stocking, rotating and storing all products.
• Performs equipment maintenance in accordance with Starbucks standards.
• Follows cash handling and register policies.
• Follows inventory stocking and recording guidelines.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Demonstrated communication and human relations skills.

Qualifications:

Required

- Six months of food service, customer service experience or equivalency.
- Current food service worker’s permit.
- Incumbents must successfully complete the Starbucks training program]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Salt-Lake-City-Starbucks-Barista-Job-UT-84101/2675196/267519626751962013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUUH RET 15E NCS STARBUCKS CAFEfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSalt Lake City, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9561 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - some evenings until 7 p.m. Location Name Greenwood Health Center

City: Midvale State UT

Department: UCC ANC 80G GWHC LAB

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position collects specimens, prepares specimens for the laboratory, and maintains accurate medical records of specimens at multiple draw sites.

Responsibilities:

- Performs cheek swap specimens.
- Obtains blood specimens by established venipuncture and capillary techniques.
- Labels samples, sends specimens to the laboratory for analysis, and completes essential records.
- Maintains records of tests performed and samples taken.
- Enters and retrieves computer data.
- Delivers samples to off-site draw sites and laboratories.
- May perform special tests such as clotting time, bleeding time, and glucose tolerance test.
- May check client's picture identification and obtain photographs and fingerprints.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:

Required

- Six months phlebotomy experience.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Phlebotomy Technician certification.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/Midvale-Phlebotomist-Job-UT-84047/2675197/267519726751972013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC ANC 80G GWHC LABfull-timeUSDstarting0BSMidvale, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9568 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: 7am to 7pm MON to FRI, 7am to noon SAT Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC CST 80S SJHC GUEST RELATNS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position provides exceptional care for our patients and guests by offering them professional service and creating a memorable and rewarding patient experience. The incumbent accurately and professionally handles all desk operations including, but not limited to, all phases of the patient registration and scheduling process. Essential functions includes, greeting patients, facilitating appointments, answering phones and balancing daily collections. The incumbent advises patients on all financial obligations which may include establishing payment plans. Address inquiries, and forwards other requests to appropriate personnel.

Responsibilities:

- Provides an exceptional patient experience by delivering a high level of service to every patient, every time. This includes greeting and directing patients to correct destinations.
- Anticipates the needs of our patients and guests then responds in an accurate and timely manner to achieve exceptional customer satisfaction with their visit.
- Handles all interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism; accommodating special request whenever possible and resolves patient concerns.
- Acts as a liaison between patients, guests, back office staff and providers.
- Assists patients with automated medical record access, registration and scheduling process as needed.
- Trouble shoots any technical problems within the front office flow.
- Completes with 90% accuracy all established and new patient registrations by reviewing accounts and other compliance-related documents.
- Verifies patient benefits and eligibility when needed.
- Prepares any necessary paperwork for patient visit.
- Collects all necessary co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance as needed.
- Reconciles against daily charge and cash reports.
- Responds to telephone calls and correspondence regarding accounts status, payment arrangements, and concerns. Resolves billing or charge disputes or forwards problem accounts to appropriate individual for resolution.
- Inventory management and maintenance.
- Acts as a lead for Volunteers.
- Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and follow – through skills.
- Highly motivated with attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently and independently.
- Technically strong and willing to learn new applications and software.
- Must have and excellent demeanor and present themselves in an exceptional, mature and professional manner.
- Demonstrates a passion for providing excellent customer service.
- Ability to assimilate data from various sources.
- Ability to display active listening and verbalize empathy.
- Ability to quickly learn new procedures and process.
- Able to prioritize and multi task in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to develop relationships with patients, guest and coworkers.
- Have knowledge of HIPPA regulations to insure patient information is guarded and respected.

Qualifications:

Required

- Two years of exceptional customer service.
- Knowledge of HIPPA regulations.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Associate degree.
- Experience in the Health Care industry.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Guest-Relations-Specialist-Job-UT-84065/2675198/267519826751982013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC CST 80S SJHC GUEST RELATNSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9567 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Rotating

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8am to 5pm Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC CST 80S SJHC GUEST RELATNS

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position supervises the daily activities of the assigned customer service department by coordinating in-service and ongoing education, monitoring quality control and safety processes, hiring and training of new staff, evaluating performance and scheduling work shifts.

Responsibilities:

- Supervises the daily operations of the department including interviewing and hiring staff, assigning work, evaluating performance, and training, planning
Work Schedule: s and recommending pay increases.
- Resolves problems, provides support and expedites service to hospital departments.
- Monitors the customer service department’s safety and quality assurance functions, as well as checks and inspects procedures for completeness and accuracy.
- Maintains customer service department records and prepares monthly reports.
- Monitors, orders and maintains stock of department supplies and equipment.
- Participates on hospital committees/meetings.
- May perform all duties of the department as required.
- May assist in budget preparation.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Ability to enforce the department’s written standards of practice, policies and procedures and initiate corrective action as necessary.
- Ability to evaluate job performances to insure department job standards are being maintained and taking action to correct problems.
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holiday shifts.
- Ability to quickly learn new procedures and process.
- Able to prioritize and multi task in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to develop relationships with patients, guest and coworkers.
- Have knowledge of HIPPA regulations to insure patient information is guarded and respected.

Qualifications:

Required

- Three years of experience in a related area or equivalency, with one of those years in a supervisory capacity.
- Successful completion of the hospital-provided supervisory training within one year of employment.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Proficiency in word processing.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Customer-Service-Supervisor-Job-UT-84065/2675199/267519926751992013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC CST 80S SJHC GUEST RELATNSfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US

Requisition Number: 9503 Reg/Temp Regular

Employment Type: Part-Time Shift Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (flexible) and possible weekends, 10 hours per week Location Name South Jordan Health Center

City: SOUTH JORDAN State UT

Department: UCC CST 80A CARE NAVIGATION

Overview:

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities:

- Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
- Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
- Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient’s record.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
- Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
- Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient’s condition warrants.
- Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
- Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
- Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
- Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’ orders.
- Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
- Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Ability to provide care to the population served.
- Demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communication skills.
- Ability to function during regularly scheduled, 12 hour, extended or alternative shifts.
- Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations dealing with death, multiple patients, family members, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations.
- Ability to deal with the hazards involved in assessing and providing care to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications:
All of the following license(s)
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 30 days of hire under the interstate compact.
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Qualifications (Preferred):

Preferred

- Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.]]>http://healthcarejobs.utah.edu/job/South-Jordan-Clinical-Nurse-Job-UT-84065/2675200/267520026752002013-07-19University of Utah Health CareUCC CST 80A CARE NAVIGATIONfull-timeUSDstarting0BSSouth Jordan, UT, US