Summary

Job Description:

Baptist Health Medical Group

Patient Access Coordinator

Primary Care

Louisville, KY

Full time/First shift

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

These duties and responsibilities are intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.  These duties include:

• Demonstrates a commitment to the mission, vision and values of Baptist Health.

• Registers patient in a timely and accurate manner, obtaining demographic and accurate insurance information.

• Directs patients, answers the phone, and handles inquiries. 

• Ensures eligibility, Medicare compliance and benefits are properly verified prior to visit.  

• Demonstrates skill with all applicable access software systems.

• Establishes patient portion due estimates and performs point of service collections activities.   Can communicate with patient to establish payment expectations and plans based on individual insurance benefit plans.

• Pre-registers patients. Demonstrates ability to have meaningful discussion of benefits with patient when pre-registering, and when present in the department.

• Exhibits excellent customer service skills with patients, fellow employees, physicians and office staff.

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service.

• Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.

• Maintains all patients visit information within the system, updating as requested.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the legal aspect of access services, including state and federal regulatory body requirements regarding access services

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Registration Experience Preferred

Patient Access, Coordinator, Front Desk, Office, Front Office, Receptionist, Clinic, Customer Service, Administrative

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Summary

Job Description:

The Patient Care Technician will be responsible for the examination and treatment of patients under the direct supervision of the physician or advanced practice clinician.

Duties include but not limited to the following: check in patients, obtaining vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, pulse oximetry, temperature) and medication reconciliation, patient medical history information, expediting patient flow, rooming patients, stocking clinic with supplies, navigating electronic health record system (EPIC), and performing other non-clinical duties as needed.

The PCT will communicate in a respectful manner and will uphold Baptist’s mission and core values that drive service excellence.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills, specifically with navigating within databases containing highly confidential information.
• Basic Life Support and other advanced training as appropriate, within 90 days of hire.
• Upon hire these disciplines will be required to attend orientation| externship and additional training as needed.

PCT, SRNA, Nursing Assistant, CNA, NCT, Nursing Care Tech

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Summary

Job Description:

Baptist Health Medical Group - OBGYN

Part-time

Day Shift

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse implements professional nursing practice centered on the patient as a whole person and the creation of a caring environment focused on healing and wellness.  She honors patients; mind, body and spirit by respecting human dignity and the uniqueness of each individual.  Nursing practices are based on evidence and current research as well as hospital and department policies and procedures, regulatory standards and professional guidelines.  Clinical decision-making incorporates all four phases of the nursing process, critical thinking and creativity.  Nursing excellence is promoted through helping relationships among nursing staff and across other disciplines.  The Registered Nurse is an exemplar for compassion, acceptance, respect and empathy honoring nursing as a distinct discipline and supporting and environment focused on healing and wellness.

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and Licensures/Certifications/Registrations Required: 

• Current RN licensure or work permit in Kentucky

• Basic Life Support

• Some RN positions will be required to maintain ACLS certification. Please seek departmental guidelines.

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Summary

Job Description:

Beaumont Internal Medicine

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Summary

Job Description:

Baptist Health Medical Group - Cardiology

Baptist Health Hamburg

Lexington, KY

Day Shift

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse implements professional nursing practice centered on the patient as a whole person and the creation of a caring environment focused on healing and wellness.  She honors patients; mind, body and spirit by respecting human dignity and the uniqueness of each individual.  Nursing practices are based on evidence and current research as well as hospital and department policies and procedures, regulatory standards and professional guidelines.  Clinical decision-making incorporates all four phases of the nursing process, critical thinking and creativity.  Nursing excellence is promoted through helping relationships among nursing staff and across other disciplines.  The Registered Nurse is an exemplar for compassion, acceptance, respect and empathy honoring nursing as a distinct discipline and supporting and environment focused on healing and wellness.

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and Licensures/Certifications/Registrations Required: 

• Current RN licensure or work permit in Kentucky

• Basic Life Support

• Some RN positions will be required to maintain ACLS certification. Please seek departmental guidelines.

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Summary

Job Description:

BHMG Pulmonary

Job Description:

Patient Access describes a multi-disciplinary function that is carried out at the point of service areas of the medical office.  Patient Access Representatives perform front office duties under the general direction of the Clinical/Practice Manager or designee.  These duties include, but are not limited to, greeting patients and visitors; verifying patients’ demographic and insurance information; registering patients; obtaining necessary signatures; determining patients’ out-of-pocket expense, collecting and documenting patient payments and/or financial counseling as appropriate; scheduling appointments; ensuring patient flow; switchboard; and medical records management.  Customer service, clerical skills, fiduciary responsibility, and accuracy are extremely important in this role.

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• Computer skills required. 

• Clerical experience in the medical office setting preferred. 

• Other education preferred. 

Benefits Include:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

• Retirement with Company Match

• Generous Paid Time Off (Including Maternity/Paternity Leave)

• Short/Long Term Disability

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Summary

Job Description:

Baptist Health Medical Group is looking for an Administrative Assistant III to join our Kentuckiana Operations Team in Louisville, KY! This will be a hybrid position that requires some days in the office.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and maintains daily office routines and paperwork for the Executives assigned to.

• Ensures calls/messages or high priority information are communicated appropriately. 

• Composes, transcribes, proofs, and/or edits letters, memos, and various documents in a timely and accurate manner.

• Schedules, distributes notices, attends, takes and maintains minutes for important meetings as required.

• Make arrangements for programs, conventions and seminars that may include travel arrangements, hotel or meeting accommodations, registration, and itineraries.

• Organizes and maintains file systems for correspondence and other records.

• Update contact lists and directory lists as needed.  

• Prepares outgoing mail and correspondence, including email and faxes.   

• Greets visitors and employees, assisting and directing if necessary.

• Assists in coordinating special events such as meetings, employee events, etc.

• Keeps expense records and creates spreadsheets for productivity data.

• Keep invoices and route for signature-submit for payment.

• Provides coverage for other Administrative Support Assistants in their absence.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Associates degree in secretarial studies strongly preferred

• 3+ years experience in an administrative role supporting executives

• Ability to type 50 wpm or better preferred

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Summary

Job Description:

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Summary

Job Description:

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Primary Location:

UofL Hospital

Address:

530 S Jackson St
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Come join our team! We currently have openings for PCA's at UofL Hospital including Part-time, Full-time, PRN, and day/night shifts.

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Clinical Assistant provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, and efficient manner, under the supervision and delegation of the Registered Nurse. In collaboration with patients and families (as defined by the patient) the Clinical Assistant is responsible for the care of the patient. The Clinical Assistant adheres to and is supportive of the hospital and the department of Nursing mission and philosophy.

Essential Functions:

• Delivers successful service to our internal and external customers by adhering to critical success standards: demonstrating accountability and commitment to quality and safety standards; providing exceptional customer service; and exerting effort to ensure a positive work environment that demonstrates dedication to the hospital’s mission, vision and values
• Performs delegated nursing skills, including but not limited to, activities of daily living, monitoring of patient condition, body mechanics, providing nutritional support and other activities as appropriate to clinical service, in accordance with hospital standards, nursing standards of care, and policies and procedures
• May perform skills, within scope of practice for unlicensed assistive personnel. These skills include, but are not limited to, the collection of specimens, use of specialized equipment, restraint monitoring and patient elimination procedures. Communicates performance of these skills to the patient’s Registered Nurse and other members of the healthcare team
• Performs functional assignments per unit standards of care, including such activities as patient admission and discharge procedures, unit environmental organizational tasks, and others as appropriate to service
• Performs and documents point-of-care testing, patient mobility and exercise, comfort, rest, sleep and care needs, patient hygiene, grooming, dressing, skincare, dietary, toileting and elimination needs
• Assists with transport
• Performs clerical duties; use of a fax machine, computers, medical transcription, telephone, and copy machines may be required Demonstrates appropriate emergency and patient safety procedures, including management of safety devices and equipment. Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards

Other Functions:

• Participates in training, development and continuing education activities to improve role functioning Responsible for knowing and demonstrating National Patient Safety standards. Participates in department-based activities and initiatives to improve and ensure a safe environment
• Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including the code of conduct

• Communicates effectively with members of the health care team, patients and families, often under stress or emergency situations
• Assists other members of the nursing care team and/or other disciplines
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Experience in healthcare setting (preferred)

Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (preferred)

Primary Location:

Address:

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The Clinical Assistant provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, and efficient manner, under the supervision and delegation of the Registered Nurse. In collaboration with patients and families (as defined by the patient) the Clinical Assistant is responsible for the care of the patient. The Clinical Assistant adheres to and is supportive of the hospital and the department of Nursing mission and philosophy.

Essential Functions:

• Delivers successful service to our internal and external customers by adhering to critical success standards: demonstrating accountability and commitment to quality and safety standards; providing exceptional customer service; and exerting effort to ensure a positive work environment that demonstrates dedication to the hospital’s mission, vision and values
• Performs delegated nursing skills, including but not limited to, activities of daily living, monitoring of patient condition, body mechanics, providing nutritional support and other activities as appropriate to clinical service, in accordance with hospital standards, nursing standards of care, and policies and procedures
• May perform skills, within scope of practice for unlicensed assistive personnel. These skills include, but are not limited to, the collection of specimens, use of specialized equipment, restraint monitoring and patient elimination procedures. Communicates performance of these skills to the patient’s Registered Nurse and other members of the healthcare team
• Performs functional assignments per unit standards of care, including such activities as patient admission and discharge procedures, unit environmental organizational tasks, and others as appropriate to service
• Performs and documents point-of-care testing, patient mobility and exercise, comfort, rest, sleep and care needs, patient hygiene, grooming, dressing, skincare, dietary, toileting and elimination needs
• Assists with transport
• Performs clerical duties; use of a fax machine, computers, medical transcription, telephone, and copy machines may be required
  Demonstrates appropriate emergency and patient safety procedures, including management of safety devices and equipment.  Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards

Other Functions:

• Participates in training, development and continuing education activities to improve role functioning Responsible for knowing and demonstrating National Patient Safety standards.  Participates in department-based activities and initiatives to improve and ensure a safe environment
• Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including the code of conduct

• Communicates effectively with members of the health care team, patients and families, often under stress or emergency situations
• Assists other members of the nursing care team and/or other disciplines
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Experience in healthcare setting (preferred)

Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (preferred)

Primary Location:

JHHS - Med Center East - UMC

Address:

3920 Dutchman Lane
Louisville, KY 40207


Shift:

6A-430P (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

Address:

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The Clinical Assistant provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, and efficient manner, under the supervision and delegation of the Registered Nurse. In collaboration with patients and families (as defined by the patient) the Clinical Assistant is responsible for the care of the patient. The Clinical Assistant adheres to and is supportive of the hospital and the department of Nursing mission and philosophy.

Essential Functions:

• Delivers successful service to our internal and external customers by adhering to critical success standards: demonstrating accountability and commitment to quality and safety standards; providing exceptional customer service; and exerting effort to ensure a positive work environment that demonstrates dedication to the hospital’s mission, vision and values
• Performs delegated nursing skills, including but not limited to, activities of daily living, monitoring of patient condition, body mechanics, providing nutritional support and other activities as appropriate to clinical service, in accordance with hospital standards, nursing standards of care, and policies and procedures
• May perform skills, within scope of practice for unlicensed assistive personnel. These skills include, but are not limited to, the collection of specimens, use of specialized equipment, restraint monitoring and patient elimination procedures. Communicates performance of these skills to the patient’s Registered Nurse and other members of the healthcare team
• Performs functional assignments per unit standards of care, including such activities as patient admission and discharge procedures, unit environmental organizational tasks, and others as appropriate to service
• Performs and documents point-of-care testing, patient mobility and exercise, comfort, rest, sleep and care needs, patient hygiene, grooming, dressing, skincare, dietary, toileting and elimination needs
• Assists with transport
• Performs clerical duties; use of a fax machine, computers, medical transcription, telephone, and copy machines may be required
  Demonstrates appropriate emergency and patient safety procedures, including management of safety devices and equipment.  Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards

Other Functions:

• Participates in training, development and continuing education activities to improve role functioning Responsible for knowing and demonstrating National Patient Safety standards.  Participates in department-based activities and initiatives to improve and ensure a safe environment
• Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including the code of conduct

• Communicates effectively with members of the health care team, patients and families, often under stress or emergency situations
• Assists other members of the nursing care team and/or other disciplines
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Experience in healthcare setting (preferred)

Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (preferred)

Primary Location:

Frazier Rehab Institute - UMC

Address:

220 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours):

12 hours

# Shifts/Week:

3 shifts per week

Overtime Required:

☒ Infrequently ☐ Sometimes ☐ Often

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

South Hospital - UMC

Address:

1903 W. Hebron Lane
Shepherdsville, KY 40165


Shift:

6A - 6P (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

About UofL Health:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose

Performs clerical duties on the unit under the direction of the Licensed Nursing Personnel. Applies proper and professional communication skills between personnel within the department and to other departments in relationship to patient care. Presents a personable and professional attitude to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and co-workers. Provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, efficient manner, under the direction of an RN. Performs other functions including phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, and respiratory functions. This employee adheres to the values of patient and family centered care.

Essential Functions:

• Transcribes and computes physician orders, department orders and messages accurately. Writes legibly and transcribes orders accurately

• Assembles patient medical records and maintains proper order of records within the chart

• Sets up admission charts and disassembles discharged and transferred charts, checking for completeness

• Handles desk communications properly and promptly, including responding immediately to intercom, pages and routing of messages to appropriate person

• Replaces forms as necessary in patient medical records

• Routes requests for patient information to nurse promptly and accurately

• Communicates physician orders to responsible nurse.

• Collects required unit data

• Measures and documents intake and output, heights and weights, and vital signs

• Applies, monitors, and documents restraint usage

• Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens

• Performs and documents point-of-care testing

• Performs and documents patient mobility and exercise, and comfort, rest, and sleep care needs

• Performs and documents patient hygiene, grooming, and dressing, skin and nail care, dietary, and toileting and elimination needs

Other Functions:

• Organizes equipment and supplies

• Completes bedmaking and cleaning assignments on the unit

• Performs and documents perineal care, and applies unsterile hot/cold packs/compresses, bandages, and elastic stockings

• Safely and correctly operates equipment (i.e. beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, hypo/hyperthermia unit, mechanical lifts, bed scales)

• Presents a pleasant, courteous, effective manner with telephone conversations and interactions with others

• Orders stock; maintains and enters charged items at the end of the shift according to procedure

• Orients new personnel in desk orientation

• Assists with admitting, physical examination, transferring, and discharging patients

• Transports patients, lab work, specimens, and blood

• Adheres to Universal precaution, infection control, OSHA, and other regulatory policies and procedures. Maintains safe work practices and follows facility safety procedures

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)

Education:

• High school diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

• Completion of a recognized Clinical Assistant. Medical Assistant or EMT Training Program or Nursing Students who have completed Fundamentals of Nursing Course from an accredited school of nursing (preferred)

Certification:

• Basic Life Support (through AHA) (required)

• Certification as a Nursing Assistant (C.N.A), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). (preferred)

• Current and in good standing with state licensing board or be enrolled in an accredited school of nursing with completion of Fundamentals of Nursing Course. (LPN’s may apply.) (preferred)

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Initiative, communicator, problem solver

• Proactive - anticipates and plans for problems before they arise

• Service Excellence – responsive, informs constituents of process, pleasant to work with, educates and provides timely, accurate information

• Organized – manages time effectively, keeps tasks appropriately prioritized

• Flexible – ability to change directions as needed for the good of the department or organization

• Critical Thinking – ability to think through issues and identify appropriate options

• Work Ethics – motivated, diligent, industrious and persistent in the workplace, stays on tasks to completion, works at a fast pace to ensure optimal efficiency

• Interpersonal – can build effective, strong working relationships with employees, colleagues, management and vendors through trust, communication, and credibility

• Team – ability to work with others, serve others, help others, lead others, mentor others, take directions from others in the interest of moving process and programs forward to the desired outcome

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats

Reasoning Ability:

• Able to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice

• Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills

Computer Skills:

• Must have the ability to learn and use the electronic documentation system appropriately

• Must have the capacity to learn other relevant systems and databases, as needed

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

position is remote with primary hours worked between 6am - 6 pm

Pay Range:

Advocate Aurora Health candidates must live in these states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL*, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV, WY

Major Responsibilities:

• ​Supervises the assigned functional area of patient accounting operations with the primary focus on ensuring timely, accurate, compliant, and efficient processing of bills to receive appropriate reimbursement or application of cash management processes to reduce accounts receivables in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to ensure protection of cash assets. ​​ 

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

Education Required:

• High School Diploma.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 3 - 5years of experience in ​Healthcare Billing Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in patient accounts, medical billing or collections within a healthcare setting and with billing procedures for various types of payers, including private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid and self-pay patients. Supervisory Experience: 3 to 5 years’ experience of supervisory experience in a billing or accounts receivable department with a proven ability to manage a team including training, mentoring, and performance management. Experience with healthcare regulations, such as HIPPA, and understanding compliance requirements in billing and collections. Hands-experience with patient billing software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.​

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

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Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job– it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

Education

Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience
Required - Experience working with and maintaining confidential information and working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Certifications

Required - Current License in the state of practice.  Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred - Dual license in Mississippi and Louisiana.   IV Therapy Credentials

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs

• Excellent organizational skills
• Good time management skills and self directed
• Demonstrates Good Judgement
• Good interpersonal skills
• Delegation skills

Job Duties

• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
• Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change.
• Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.

Other related duties as required.  The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
 

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:  Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

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Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Summary

Job Description:

Patient Access Coordinator

Full Time I First Shift

Heart & Valve Clinic I Lexington, KY

The Heart Valve Clinic provides specialized evaluation, coordination, and management of patients with valvular heart disease. The clinic collaborates with cardiology and cardiothoracic teams to deliver timely, evidence-based care, support treatment planning, and enhance patient outcomes through coordinated, patient-centered services.

Description:

• The Patient Access Coordinator serves as the first point of contact for patients, visitors, and providers, creating a welcoming experience while ensuring accurate registration, scheduling, insurance verification, and collection processes.
• This role is responsible for maintaining the integrity of patient records, supporting clinic operations, and delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced specialty care environment.
• Greet patients and visitors in a timely, professional, and courteous manner.
• Answer and direct incoming calls, return messages promptly, and maintain excellent phone etiquette.
• Serve as a liaison between patients and clinical staff, keeping patients informed of delays and addressing concerns appropriately.
• Accurately register patients and verify existing records to maintain data integrity and avoid duplicate medical records.
• Schedule appointments according to established policies and document referral information and chief complaints.
• Contact patients to confirm appointment details, including date, time, location, and financial responsibility.
• Collect, review, and update patient demographic, insurance, and financial information.
• Obtain required signatures for consent to treatment, financial policies, privacy notices, and releases of information.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, corporate compliance, and regulatory standards.
• Document patient interactions, appointment status changes, and account activity accurately within the registration system.
• Verify insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage through payer websites and carrier contacts.
• Determine patient financial responsibility and collect payments in accordance with point-of-service collection policies.
• Process receipts, reconcile daily cash, checks, and credit card transactions, and prepare deposits and balancing documentation.
• Participate in required safety, compliance, and patient safety training programs.
• Support clinic operations and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Less than one year.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually 
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire 
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets) 
• PTO Sell Back Program 
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support 
• Retirement with Company Match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Summary

Job Description:

Transitions of Care Pharmacist

Full Time I First Shift 

Hospital Pharmacy I Lexington, KY

$15,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Individuals

Department of Pharmacy Services of Baptist Health Lexington provides pharmaceutical services to patients across the continuum of care. These services include, but are not limited to verification of medication orders, drug distribution, sterile product preparation, hazardous drug preparation, and utilization of automated dispensing cabinets.

Description:

• Transitions of care pharmacists are responsible for target interdisciplinary programs and clinical services and ensure pharmaceutical care programs are appropriately integrated throughout BH system.

• Participate in all necessary aspects of the medication-use system while supporting comprehensive and individualized pharmaceutical care in their assigned areas.

• Serve as clinical resources and liaisons to other departments, hospital personnel, or external groups. In their role, they may conduct practice advancement projects as well as patient care quality and regulatory compliance initiatives designed to improve medication-use processes or pharmacy practice.

• Works collaboratively with physicians and other members of the healthcare team

• Communicates with a high level of skill to interact with physicians, RNs, patients, and other healthcare providers. Utilizes strong ability to solve problems.

• Provides consultations concerning medication therapy daily.

•  Provides education to patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members as requested.

• Initiates, documents, and participates in department activities that promote positive patient outcomes. These activities may include, but are not limited to: MUE, ADR reporting, resolving drug therapy questions, therapeutic drug monitoring, identifying drug interactions and allergies, direct contact with prescribers to clarify major problem orders, and non-formulary drug requests.

• Involved with both the admission and discharge medication reconciliation process.

• Collaborates with patients, families, and providers to ensure a safe continuation of care from the inpatient to the outpatient side of healthcare.

• Provides patients and/or caregiver’s drug therapy and disease state counseling when needed.

• Works with retail pharmacy to promote and enhance the Meds to Beds Program.

• Clinically reviews and facilitates outpatient drug therapy to promote adherence and access post discharge.

• Aid the social workers and case managers in obtaining prior authorizations or medication costs as time permits.

• Serves as a pharmacy specialist for providers, nursing, and other staff on clinically complicated patient cases, investigation of adverse drug events and/or management of drug shortages as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree Pharmacy.

• PGY-1 Residency Completion; preferred but not required.

• Kentucky Board of Pharmacy license in good standing as applicable to practice site. 

• One year related work experience.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

• Identity Theft Protection

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually 

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire 

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets) 

• PTO Sell Back Program 

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support 

• Retirement with Company Match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Primary Location:

UofL Hospital

Address:

530 S Jackson St
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Job Description Summary:

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides assessment, management and outcome evaluation for patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. The APRN serves as a resource to educate patients, families, professional nurses, and staff; functions as a liaison between patient, family and UofL Physicians staff; and participates in clinical research. The APRN should demonstrate an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation.

Job Description:

• Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination and diagnostic studies for both inpatient and outpatient services.
• Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up.
• Manage specialty clinic
• Writes prescriptions for medication, blood tests, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies and therapeutic measures.
• Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care.
• Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests.
• Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
• Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
• Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the patient.
• Participates in multidisciplinary conference and ensures appropriate, quality care.
• Provides symptom management for side effects related to oncologic treatment.
• Assist with admissions.
• Works both collaboratively and independently.
• Maintains oversight of survivorship program and survivorship clinic.
• Shares clinical expertise with professional and supportive personnel.
• Documents and reports care in an accurate, timely manner.
• Works effectively with others. Collaborates with other health disciplines to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Promotes evidenced-based nursing practice/research by participating in clinical research and leading efforts in scientific inquiry.
• Varied schedule
• Mutually agreed upon call schedule
• Assist in the Operation Room when necessary
• Maintains professional certification in specialty area; attends and participates in national, regional, and/or local educational conferences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours):

# Shifts/Week:

Overtime Required:

☐ Infrequently ☒ Sometimes ☐ Often ☐ n/a (exempt position)

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education:

• Master of Nursing degree from an accredited institution.

Licensure:

• Current licensure in state of Kentucky as an APRN.

Certification:

• National certification as an Adult Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• Current DEA certificate without restriction
• Current BLS
• Must be ACLS Certified

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Demonstrates the ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient care appropriate to the age of patients served by demonstrative knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Communicates appropriately with the person served regardless of their age.
• Initiative, communicator, problem solver
• Proactive - anticipates and plans for problems before they arise
• Service Excellence – responsive, informs constituents of process, pleasant to work with, educates and provides timely, accurate information
• Organized – manages time effectively, keeps tasks appropriately prioritized
• Flexible – ability to change directions as needed for the good of the department or organization
• Critical Thinking – ability to think through issues and identify appropriate options
• Work Ethic – motivated, diligent, industrious and persistent in the workplace, stays on tasks to completion, works at a fast pace to ensure optimal efficiency
• Maintains a professional appearance at all times.
• Interpersonal – can build effective, strong working relationships with employees, colleagues, management, consultants, and media through trust, communication, and credibility
• Team – ability to work with others, serve others, help others, lead others, mentor others, take directions from others in the interest of moving process and programs forward to the desired outcome.
• Emotional Intelligence – ability to not take issues personal, see the big picture in emotionally charged situations and respond in a mature, professional, composed manner
• Self-Awareness – ability to reflect, understand limitations, and seek appropriate assistance and guidance
• Judgment – exercises discretion and due diligence when making decisions and recommendations
• Quality – is able to perform work in a neat, efficient, well-coordinated, well communicated manner with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism
• Presentation – can speak in front of people to deliver necessary material or messaging

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

Reasoning Ability:

• Able to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice.
• Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills.

Computer Skills:

• What computer skills are required for this job? What computer skills are preferred?
• Are there any specialized programs that the candidate must be able to use?

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines
• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve
• Working together as a team to achieve our goals
• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback
• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve
• Using our resources wisely
• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Additional Job Description:

Primary Location:

Address:

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The Clinical Assistant provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, and efficient manner, under the supervision and delegation of the Registered Nurse. In collaboration with patients and families (as defined by the patient) the Clinical Assistant is responsible for the care of the patient. The Clinical Assistant adheres to and is supportive of the hospital and the department of Nursing mission and philosophy.

Essential Functions:

• Delivers successful service to our internal and external customers by adhering to critical success standards: demonstrating accountability and commitment to quality and safety standards; providing exceptional customer service; and exerting effort to ensure a positive work environment that demonstrates dedication to the hospital’s mission, vision and values
• Performs delegated nursing skills, including but not limited to, activities of daily living, monitoring of patient condition, body mechanics, providing nutritional support and other activities as appropriate to clinical service, in accordance with hospital standards, nursing standards of care, and policies and procedures
• May perform skills, within scope of practice for unlicensed assistive personnel. These skills include, but are not limited to, the collection of specimens, use of specialized equipment, restraint monitoring and patient elimination procedures. Communicates performance of these skills to the patient’s Registered Nurse and other members of the healthcare team
• Performs functional assignments per unit standards of care, including such activities as patient admission and discharge procedures, unit environmental organizational tasks, and others as appropriate to service
• Performs and documents point-of-care testing, patient mobility and exercise, comfort, rest, sleep and care needs, patient hygiene, grooming, dressing, skincare, dietary, toileting and elimination needs
• Assists with transport
• Performs clerical duties; use of a fax machine, computers, medical transcription, telephone, and copy machines may be required
  Demonstrates appropriate emergency and patient safety procedures, including management of safety devices and equipment.  Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards

Other Functions:

• Participates in training, development and continuing education activities to improve role functioning Responsible for knowing and demonstrating National Patient Safety standards.  Participates in department-based activities and initiatives to improve and ensure a safe environment
• Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including the code of conduct

• Communicates effectively with members of the health care team, patients and families, often under stress or emergency situations
• Assists other members of the nursing care team and/or other disciplines
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Experience in healthcare setting (preferred)

Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (preferred)

Summary

Job Description:

Baptist Health is looking for a Patient Access Coordinator to join their team in Lexington, KY.

This is the job you've been waiting for! Join a company that invests in you and values your experience working to help others. We offer a collaborative workplace, within a team that supports and respects each other.

Patient Access Coordinators are imperative to the overall success of the entire revenue cycle. Most of the information submitted on a claim derives from an Access team member. They are primarily responsible for completing a thorough admissions process of all inpatients and outpatients. Exemplary customer service skills are crucial in this role, as the Patient Access Coordinator must ensure that accurate information is collected, that they are always sensitive to the confidentiality of this information, and that patients are aware of their rights as determined by HIPAA regulations and company policy. Extensive Insurance experience/training is vital to success within this role. Employee will maintain compliance with state and federal regulatory body requirements regarding access services. Pre-registration, registration, verifying Insurance Eligibility, Compliance, Point of Service estimates and collections are part of their responsibility. Patient Access Coordinators may also be assigned Financial Counseling duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must type 40-45 wpm
• Registration Experience Preferred

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Weekend option is Friday 7a-330p

Sat and Sun 6a-630p

Pay Range:

Position Highlights:

• Shift Schedule: Part-Time (24 hours), Weekends Days; Sat and Sun 6a-630p
• Department: Lexington Medical Center Laboratory
• Location: Lexington, NC

Education & Experience:

• Associate degree preferred.
• Previous experience as a Medical Lab Technician preferred.

Licensure, Certification and/or Registrations: 

• MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification required.
• Successful completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technician program preferred. 

Essential Functions:

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.
• Ensures accuracy and timeliness of patient laboratory test results. Performs procedures efficiently and as indicated in the procedure manual with minimal supervision and within the required turn-around time without compromising quality. Responds to STATs immediately. Follows workflow processes according to documented procedures. Documents and communications are reviewed in a timely manner and are appropriately referenced and applied.
• Ensures quality of test results by following defined Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) procedures. Follows QC procedures and evaluates QC results prior to reporting patient results. Test results are reviewed for accuracy and are promptly reported in the LIS. Demonstrates the ability to perform and accurately document all procedures related to critical values, technical limit failures and QA activities. Demonstrates the ability to recognize a test or reporting system problem, troubleshoot and resolve if possible, seeking advice and escalating as needed. Performs appropriate patient procedures in accordance with age-specific guidelines for the age groups served.
• Ensures safety and compliance: Patients are accurately identified using two appropriate patient identifiers prior to sample collection. Patient samples are accurately labeled and identified throughout the testing process from sample collection through testing and storage. Misidentified samples are identified and responded to appropriately, notifying all appropriate staff. Results are reported for the correct specimen. Protects self, coworkers and facility by following approved policies and procedures to prevent the spread of blood borne and/or airborne diseases. Uses engineering controls, work practice controls and appropriate personal protective equipment as indicated in the section task list.
• Maintains appropriate education to accomplish work objectives and maintain current certifications as applicable. Demonstrates responsibility for professional growth by seeking out learning opportunities available within the department, organization, and community to increase knowledge and education. Minimum of 4 hours of continuing education/year required in addition to annual in-service requirements.
• Ensure productive and efficient operations of the section and department. Coordinates activities and effectively communicates with others within and outside of lab section to accomplish work objectives through positive and professional interactions contributing to collegiality, teamwork and overall section productivity. Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple tasks at one time and performs work without allowing personal situation/perspectives to compromise lab operations. Adjusts schedule to meet changes in workload or at the direction of the manager.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to listen and communicate effectively.
• Technical ability and interest.
• Computer and keyboard skills preferred.

Work Environment:

• Exposed to infection from disease-bearing specimens or patients.
• Exposed to risk of bloodborne/airborne disease.
• Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection).
• Exposed to hazards for electrical/mechanical/power equipment.
• May be exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens.
• May be exposed to toxic/flammable/explosive chemicals and gases.
• Subject to injury from moving parts of equipment.
• Moderate noise environment.
• Subject to injury from sharps.
• May require judgment/action which could result in death of patient.
• Subject to many interruptions.
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours.
• Subject to stressful situations.

DISCLAIMER
All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job– it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required - Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy.

Work Experience

Required - None.

Certifications

Required - Current occupational therapy license in the state of practice

OR

eligibility for licensure by examination

OR

reciprocity from another state.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills in order to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to remain flexible with fluctuating schedules based on patient demand.

Job Duties

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.

• Assesses the patent’s response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes as appropriate. 

• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.

• Attains established productivity levels set forth by administration, including but not limited to access to care, patient experience and quality.

• Assists in program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.

• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.   

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. 
 

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