SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Manager Laboratory Outreach Services or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist, performs responsibilities associated with obtaining blood and various other patient specimens in accordance with department procedures. Obtains samples ordered by physicians for routine and specialized tests on assigned unit. Takes samples from pediatric and adult patients on outpatient units. Transports specimens and completes basic records. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital’s mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs various functions associated with the computer system to assure proper collection and documentation of patient specimens.
• Patient Registration including Patient Identification and verification, Patient Look-up, enter patient demographics, insurance information, guarantor, PCP, ordering provider, order tests, enter diagnostic codes, ordering provider following established policies and procedures for patient identification and verification, registration, test orders, medical necessity, and document scanning.
• Manage Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABNSN) to include obtaining supporting diagnostic codes, document review, patient signature, document management and scanning.
• Performs related clerical activities such as medical necessity follow-up, sorts and files records, daily checklists, answering phones, report delivery, receiving patient into clinical treatment area, as necessary.
• Maintains/monitors standing orders for expiration and renewals confirming tasks are followed through to completion.
• Provides patient with forms for test, gives instructions regarding any special preparation necessary prior to specimen collection test or appointment. May contact additional patient information to complete patient records.
• Schedules venipunctures or capillary blood punctures according to priority and type of test, such as timed studies. Utilizes computer-generated collection labels and references Pathology Handbook as necessary to ensure collection of specimens is in accordance with established procedures, i.e., specimens are collected in proper containers and meet special collection requirements as appropriate. Duties are performed according to hospital policy and observance of universal precautions.
• Verifies identity of patient following established procedures and proper patient preparation prior to venipuncture such as fasting or special diet.
• Obtains blood samples from patient according to venipuncture or capillary puncture technique. Alerts nursing staff or supervisor to any deviations from puncture or adverse patient condition. May collect other types of specimens (throat culture etc.). May require processing of samples to include centrifuging samples and specimen tracking.
• Obtains samples for specialized tests (thyroid Releasing hormone, therapeutic drug monitoring, and D-Xylose tolerance). Verifies volume and timing of dosage. May monitor patient as assigned to observe reactions, including Diaphoresis, sleeping, etc.
• May be required to perform bleeding times.
• Labels, wraps and transports samples according to type and urgency of sample. Maintains records on sample procurement.
• Performs duties according to hospital policy and universal precautions.
• Performs various functions associated with the computer system to assure proper collection and documentation of patient specimens.
• Register patients and order tests following established policies and procedures for patient identification and verification, registration, test orders, medical necessity and document scanning.
• Performs related clerical activities such as, sorts and files records, daily checklists, answering phones, report delivery, receiving patient into clinical/treatment area and as necessary, interviews patient to obtain insurance, biographical and medical information to complete registration records.
• Provides patient with forms for test, gives instructions regarding any special preparation necessary prior to test or appointment. May contact patient to return and repeat tests. May contact outside agency physician office to obtain additional patient information to complete patient records. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.
• Follows established procedures, guidelines and protocols when obtaining samples at the patient’s home.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.
• In lieu of internship, 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered.
• In lieu of phlebotomy certification, 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to perform venipuncture techniques and capillary puncture on adults, children and infants.
• Interpersonal skills to obtain and provide information to patients and to explain procedures effectively in order to allay fears and anxiety.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
• Clerical skills to prepare and maintain records and reports, including keyboard skills to enter access information.
• Familiarity with blood collector equipment, anticoagulants, special precautions and interference.
• Ability to distinguish chromatic colors.
• A Phlebotomy certificate required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

• Works with in-patient care environment with considerable walking between units and where some physical effort may be required to deal with patients who are uncooperative.
• Some exposure to odors when handling specimens.
• Exposure to communicable diseases while administering to patients, however chance of injury is minimized by the adherence to established infection control procedures.
• Manual dexterity to perform venipunctures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$18.13-$29.90

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Hawthorn Medical Associates-NDartmouth-535 Faunce Corner Rd - 535 Faunce Corner Road North Dartmouth, Massachusetts 02747

Work Type:

M-F 900am-530pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY

Under supervision of the Manager Laboratory Outreach Services or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist, performs responsibilities associated with obtaining blood and various other patient specimens in accordance with department procedures. Obtains samples ordered by physicians for routine and specialized tests on assigned unit. Takes samples from pediatric and adult patients on outpatient units. Transports specimens and completes basic records. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital’s mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs various functions associated with the computer system to assure proper collection and documentation of patient specimens.
• Patient Registration including Patient Identification and verification, Patient Look-up, enter patient demographics, insurance information, guarantor, PCP, ordering provider, order tests, enter diagnostic codes, ordering provider following established policies and procedures for patient identification and verification, registration, test orders, medical necessity, and document scanning.
• Manage Advanced Beneficiary Notice (ABNSN) to include obtaining supporting diagnostic codes, document review, patient signature, document management and scanning.
• Performs related clerical activities such as medical necessity follow-up, sorts and files records, daily checklists, answering phones, report delivery, receiving patient into clinical treatment area, as necessary.
• Maintains/monitors standing orders for expiration and renewals confirming tasks are followed through to completion.
• Provides patient with forms for test, gives instructions regarding any special preparation necessary prior to specimen collection test or appointment. May contact additional patient information to complete patient records.
• Schedules venipunctures or capillary blood punctures according to priority and type of test, such as timed studies. Utilizes computer-generated collection labels and references Pathology Handbook as necessary to ensure collection of specimens is in accordance with established procedures, i.e., specimens are collected in proper containers and meet special collection requirements as appropriate. Duties are performed according to hospital policy and observance of universal precautions.
• Verifies identity of patient following established procedures and proper patient preparation prior to venipuncture such as fasting or special diet.
• Obtains blood samples from patient according to venipuncture or capillary puncture technique. Alerts nursing staff or supervisor to any deviations from puncture or adverse patient condition. May collect other types of specimens (throat culture etc.). May require processing of samples to include centrifuging samples and specimen tracking.
• Obtains samples for specialized tests (thyroid Releasing hormone, therapeutic drug monitoring, and D-Xylose tolerance). Verifies volume and timing of dosage. May monitor patient as assigned to observe reactions, including Diaphoresis, sleeping, etc.
• May be required to perform bleeding times.
• Labels, wraps and transports samples according to type and urgency of sample. Maintains records on sample procurement.
• Performs duties according to hospital policy and universal precautions.
• Performs various functions associated with the computer system to assure proper collection and documentation of patient specimens.
• Register patients and order tests following established policies and procedures for patient identification and verification, registration, test orders, medical necessity and document scanning.
• Performs related clerical activities such as, sorts and files records, daily checklists, answering phones, report delivery, receiving patient into clinical/treatment area and as necessary, interviews patient to obtain insurance, biographical and medical information to complete registration records.
• Provides patient with forms for test, gives instructions regarding any special preparation necessary prior to test or appointment. May contact patient to return and repeat tests. May contact outside agency physician office to obtain additional patient information to complete patient records. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.
• Follows established procedures, guidelines and protocols when obtaining samples at the patient’s home.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.
• In lieu of internship, 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered.
• In lieu of phlebotomy certification, 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE

• Ability to perform venipuncture techniques and capillary puncture on adults, children and infants.
• Interpersonal skills to obtain and provide information to patients and to explain procedures effectively in order to allay fears and anxiety.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
• Clerical skills to prepare and maintain records and reports, including keyboard skills to enter access information.
• Familiarity with blood collector equipment, anticoagulants, special precautions and interference.
• Ability to distinguish chromatic colors.
• A Phlebotomy certificate required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Works with in-patient care environment with considerable walking between units and where some physical effort may be required to deal with patients who are uncooperative.
• Some exposure to odors when handling specimens.
• Exposure to communicable diseases while administering to patients, however chance of injury is minimized by the adherence to established infection control procedures.
• Manual dexterity to perform venipunctures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None.

Pay Range:

$58,489.60-$96,491.20

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Providence-148 West River Street - 148 West River Street Providence, Rhode Island 02904

Work Type:

M-F 8am-430pm

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Senior Clinical Dietitians Specialists and the Clinical Nutrition Director/Supervisor and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and departmental standards of practice, provides nutritional care to hospital patients throughout their Brown University Health.
Interviews patients and/or family members and reviews electronic health records in order to assess nutritional needs and develop nutrition plans of care.

Monitors and evaluates indicators and outcomes data directly related to the nutrition diagnosis, goals, preferences, and intervention strategies to determine the progress made in achieving desired results of nutrition care and whether planned interventions should be continued or revised.
Documents patient progress and updates nutritional plan as necessary in the electronic health record. Directs the activities of support personnel in assigned work area, as needed.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences

Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uses accurate and relevant data and information to identify nutrition related problems.
• Assesses current and past information related to personal, medical, family, and psychosocial/social history.
• Assesses anthropometric indicators (e.g. height, weight, body mass index (BMI), arm circumference), comparison to reference data (e.g. percentile ranks/z-scores) and individual patterns and history.
• Assesses laboratory profiles (e.g. acid-base balance, renal function, endocrine function, inflammatory response, vitamin/mineral profile, lipid profile), medical tests and procedures (e.g. gastrointestinal study, metabolic rate).
• Obtains, assesses and reassesses findings from the Nutrition-focused physical examination (NFPE) (e.g. indicators of vitamin, mineral deficiency/toxicity, edema, muscle wasting, subcutaneous fat loss, altered body composition, malnutrition, pressure injuries, oral health, feeding ability, appetite, and affect).
• Obtains food and nutrition related history including food and nutrient intake, food and nutrient administration, medication and diet supplement use, knowledge, beliefs, and attitudes (e.g. understanding of nutrition related concepts, emotions about food and/or weight, readiness to change nutrition or health related behaviors, and activities and actions influencing achievement of nutrition related goals), and food security.
• Uses reference data and standards to estimate nutrient needs and recommended body weight, BMI, and desired growth patterns.
• Collects data and reviews data collected and/or documented by the dietetic technician and other health care practitioners, patients, or staff for factors that affect nutrition and health status.
  Uses collected data to identify possible problem areas for determining nutrition diagnosis.
• Re-evaluates and revises nutrition diagnosis(es) per department standards of care. Bases intervention/plan of care on best available research/evidence and information, evidence based guidelines, and best practices.
• Documents patients' nutritional care plans on the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care in addition to routine documentation in patients' electronic health records and regularly monitors patients' nutritional status updating the Plan of Care per departmental standards of care.
• Participates in the discharge planning process, evaluating the patient's condition from a nutritional perspective and recommending programs, procedures, etc., which will enhance the patient's readiness for discharge.
• Conducts individual and group patient nutrition education both inpatient and outpatient, preparing the patient and his/her family for continued care at home.
• Provides nutrition education, through seminars and workshops, for physicians and other health care professionals, including professional peer groups in the community.
• Represents Food &Nutrition Services at interdisciplinary meetings.
  Participates in patient satisfaction initiatives and department programs in customer service for meeting the department and hospital mission, vision and goals.
• Participates in department quality improvement programs and department financial and productivity measures as requested.
• May be requested to participate in community and media programs.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Food and Nutrition or a related concentration from a US Accredited College/University approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
• Completed ACEND accredited supervised practice program and successfully passed national examination for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) by the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR), the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. If registration eligible must provide documentation of scheduled registration exam date.
• License as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in the state of Rhode Island (must have within 3 months of hire).
• Proof of application for license to be submitted upon employment.
• If registration eligible must have proof of Rhode Island Department of Health License as a Dietitian/Nutritionist Graduate Practice prior to start date and must pass the CDR Registration Exam and obtain LDN license within 3 months of hire.
• All unlicensed dietitians' notes are cosigned by a licensed registered dietitian until a license is obtained.
• Thorough understanding of the application of principles of nutrition to human physiology in adult and pediatric disease states.
• Thorough knowledge of the nutrition care process and the nutritional values of food and food groups.
• The analytical ability to identify overt and potential nutritional problems.
• The ability to develop nutritional plans of care.
• The ability to communicate nutrition education through formal and informal channels.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• The administrative ability to direct and coordinate the delivery of quality nutrition care in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Maintenance of Commission on Dietetic
• Registration through completion of 75 hours of continuing education every five years and Rhode Island LDN of 20 hours of continuing education every 2 years.
• Membership preferred in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and relevant practice groups such as the Medical Nutrition Practice Group (MNPG) or the Pediatric Nutrition Practice Group (PNPG).
• Ability to resolve patient food service satisfaction issues through a thorough knowledge of patient service operation (training provided on the job).
• Proficient computer skills in MS Word. MS PowerPoint and MS Excel preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• One to two years of experience as a Clinical Dietitian, preferred.
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sits, stands and walks intermittently throughout the day.
• Exposed to a normal patient care environment when visiting patients and when meeting with other health care personnel.
• May be required to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Hazards are minimized with adherence to established safety precautions.
• Travel may be required to off-site facilities.
  

Pay Range:

$28.12-$46.39

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Per diem, as needed: 7a-7p

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours: 

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

Job Description

SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory setting under the supervision of the Ambulatory Clinical Manager, Practice Manager, and Licensed Independent Practitioner. The role supports patient- and family-centered care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients while following established policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares patients for examinations, obtains and documents vital signs, chief complaints, medication reconciliation, medical histories, pain scores, and other required information in the EMR.

Performs pre-visit planning by reviewing patient records, recent test results, consultations, and correspondence.

Performs point-of-care testing, including blood pressure, EKG, pulse oximetry, Hgb A1-C, glucose, urinalysis, urine HCG, rapid strep testing, and other approved tests.

Assists providers with physical examinations and procedures using appropriate aseptic techniques.

Administers vaccines and places PPDs according to established protocols.

Tracks laboratory orders and results, referrals, and consultation reports and conducts patient outreach as needed.

Reports abnormal laboratory results promptly to the physician or nurse.

Provides patient education regarding procedures, testing preparation, follow-up care, and coordination of services.

Schedules tests and follow-up appointments, verifies demographic and insurance information, and obtains prior authorizations as needed.

Maintains clean, stocked, and properly prepared examination rooms and medical equipment.

Assists with administrative duties, patient correspondence, prescription refill requests, and other office needs.

Maintains patient privacy, confidentiality, infection-control standards, and established safety procedures.

Supports efficient patient flow and works collaboratively as part of the healthcare team.

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant training program or a minimum of three years of Medical Assistant experience required.

Pay Range:

$18.13-$29.90

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Brown Health Medical Group Primary Care - 593 Eddy St - Executive Suite Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

8-4:30p

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Lead Help Desk Analyst, assist with resolution of systems and applications problems as reported to ensure a high value, widely accessible, comprehensive, integrated information network, which meets customer needs. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as single point of contact for the reporting and logging of systems and applications problems including technical descriptive information. Provide first level applications problem resolution using troubleshooting techniques and when necessary, assign to network technician for site visit.Track problems until resolved. Provide periodic updates to customers and verify successful resolution.Participate in TQM teams, councils and other such committees as required.Maintain quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies.Perform other related duties, as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Equivalent to High school diploma and knowledge of computer operations or networks. EXPERIENCE:Two years experience in computer operations, PC Help Desk support or network administration.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:None

Pay Range:

$19.97-$32.96

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Corporate Headquarters - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Discharge Planning, the Manager is responsible for leading and supporting a multidisciplinary team, including Community Health Workers (CHW), Peer Recovery Specialists, Community Liaisons, Homeless Outreach Specialists, and Medical Respite Program staff. In collaboration with the Director, this role provides operational leadership for the department, working closely with hospital leadership and community partners to advance system-wide initiatives, optimize patient flow, and enhance the overall patient experience. The Manager plays a key role in guiding staff to deliver coordinated care and case management services for patients with complex medical and psychosocial needs throughout hospitalization and during the transition to community-based care. This position is central to achieving organizational goals of reducing hospital readmissions, improving health outcomes, and connecting vulnerable populations to essential healthcare, housing, and social support resources.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty, and fairness, and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region, through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible, and high-value services, within the environment of a comprehensive, integrated, academic health system. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Recruits, hires, orients, evaluates, and counsels staff in the department. Coordinates work assignments of staff, considering current patient needs and availability of resources.

Assists with integrating staff within various hospital/clinic/community settings (i.e. Emergency Room, outpatient clinics, off-site Medical Respite locations).

Monitors caseloads of all staff and maintains staff accountability for following department and organizational rules and requirements. Ensure staff coverage for all areas of responsibility.

Assures that policies and procedures meet regulatory requirements and are routinely maintained.

Demonstrates expertise in clinical specialties, e.g., chronic/complex illness, trauma-informed care, substance abuse, mental health, homeless services.

Promotes the growth of staff in areas of patient-centered care, education, and cross-organizational care.

Assists the Director in identifying and developing program needs. Compiles and analyzes program data involving performance and outcomes.

Participates in formulation of the operational budget. Analyzes and explains budget variances. Ensures cost-effective utilization of resources, including staff and equipment.

Participates in departmental studies, hospital-wide committees, hospital projects and quality assurance activities.

Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational activities.

Provides direct clinical services as necessary.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work (or equivalent).

Current license from the State of RI, Board of Social Work Licensure at Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work level (L.I.C.S.W.) (or equivalent)

Community Health Worker Certification (preferred or equivalent)

EXPERIENCE:

Three to five years of clinical experience in a health or mental health setting with special emphasis on populations to be served in the assigned area(s), with experience in administration and supervision preferred. Experience in community outreach, community health work, health education, homeless services, mental health and substance use services. 

Strong management and leadership skills.

Advanced level of clinical expertise necessary to provide supervision to a multidisciplinary staff.

The ability to oversee departmental activities and to supervise subordinate staff and ensure that policies and procedures are maintained.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

General hospital environment with occasional stressful conditions associated with patient care.

Community and home visits in providing support to staff.

Must be able to make hospital rounds through various patient care areas either by walking or through some other mobile means.

Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 10 lbs. to transport items from one patient care unit to the next.

Must maintain a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. Be able to provide current registration and insurance. 

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Performs independently within the department’s policies and practices.  Refers specific complex problems to the director or designee when clarification of the departmental policies and procedures is required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Supervises up to 25 FTEs

Pay Range:

$95,264.00-$157,206.40

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:30-4pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY: The Scheduling Secretary Outpatient Imaging Services, reporting to the Manager Diagnostic Imaging Support Services, receives requests primarily through telephone contact for imaging services for outpatient population, utilizes an on-line scheduling system to determine availability and schedules appointments. Obtains information from variety of sources to complete on-line record. Prepares and updates electronic records required prior to patient appointment. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Receives requests from physician offices, patient and others for diagnostic imaging services. Accesses on-line scheduling system for appropriate modality, determines availability to meet needs and schedules appointment. Using approved electronic or manual format, prepares and sends appointment confirmation and other related questionnaires or documents that may need to be completed and submitted at time of appointment.Obtains information necessary to establish or update electronic patient record, including demographic details, insurance verification, referring physician, etc. Obtains physician order, verifies completeness and accuracy, scans document for inclusion in the patient record. Obtains missing patient data, such as treatment, lab and/or other imaging results, from sources both within and outside the hospital to ensure completeness of electronic patient record prior to patient appointment. Coordinates records preparation and document compilation of other materials or imaging records from prior visits with hospital-based imaging business support staff. Advises appropriate personnel on availability and status of electronic record. As necessary, contacts insurance representatives to confirm coverage or to obtain pre-authorization for services where required. Ensures record is updated accordingly.Provides information to physician’s office or patient regarding registration process, exam preparation, questionnaire completion instructions, directions to hospital and the like.May receive requests for copies of image files; may prepare copies of documents available in electronic record or refer request to hospital-based imaging services file room staff for completion. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:High school level of knowledge, including familiarity with personal computers.EXPERIENCE:Three to six months related experience, demonstrating effective interpersonal and customer service skills, familiarity with computer systems to access and enter data and effective organizational skills. Experience with medical terminology and in a medical setting preferably in Diagnostic Imaging. Additional one to three months on-the-job experience to become familiar with department policies and procedures, scheduling processes, electronic records compilation and maintenance, etc.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Normal office environment; may experience some visual fatigue as result of extended periods of work on the computer.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Pay Range:

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

BUH-167 Point Street - Coro - 167 Point Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 9:30am-6:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY:

• Welcomes all visitors, patients, employees into the hospital.
• Assists with transportation needs when necessary.
• Assists patients into and out of wheelchairs, private vehicles when needed.
• Provides directions to various hospital departments and assists visitors by walking them to various hospital departments when necessary.
• Ensures every person that enters through the front lobby is warmly welcomed and greeted with a positive attitude and smile.
• Actively listens for visitor/patient complaints and addresses immediately or contacts a member of management to address.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with patient/visitor transportation needs when necessary.
• Assists patients into and out of wheelchairs, private vehicles when needed.
• Provides directions to various hospital departments and assists visitors by walking them to various hospital departments when necessary.
• Ensures every person that enters through the front lobby is warmly welcomed and greeted with a positive attitude and smile.
• Actively listens for visitor/patient complaints and addresses immediately or contacts a member of management to address.
• Performs some clerical duties such as accessing the computer to verify a patient location, folding brochures, working with marketing.
• Keeps the lobby and ER waiting rooms neat and orderly. Contacts housekeeping when needed.

Management of Time and Resources:

• Completes work assignments within an acceptable time frame.
• Uses time and resources to the best possible advantage for successful completion of job responsibilities.
• Develops and maintains efficient working relationships.
• Is reliable in respect to attendance.
• Is Reliable in respect to punctuality
• Recognizes the importance of team efforts and partners with others to achieve positive outcomes.

Quality:

• Is part of a team effort to insure quality customer service.
• Offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns.
• Produces quality results.
• Continually strives to improve the quality of work.
• Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous strong customer service background preferred.
• Must demonstrate positive attitude and desire to assist customers.
• Previous experience in healthcare environment preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be flexible
• Is cooperative in interactions, treating customers with courtesy, respect, and compassion.
• Is patient when responding to questions and answers questions appropriately
• Responds to requests in a timely manner.
• Handles interruptions in a skillful way.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Strives to prevent/resolve customer concerns to the customer's satisfaction.
• Is responsible for ongoing development of his/her work skills through the use of available resources (i.e.: inservices, formal educational programs, other work groups and on-the-job training).
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and inservices and/or reviews documentation as required.
• Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate.
• Listens for complaints or issues from visitors and/or patients and forwards this information to members of administration for correction.
• Demonstrates an understanding of relative Hospital and all-departmental policies and procedures including safety issues.
• Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by Hospital and where they are located.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma

Pay Range: 

$18.25-$26.58

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

per diem

Work Shift:

Variable

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of the Medical Director Attending Physician, in collaboration with RIH Adult Ambulatory Services Senior Leadership, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible for evaluation of, and development of treatment plans for the care of ambulatory patients. Assists in the care and management of patients to include, but not limited to, history and physical, ongoing assessment and intervention, coordination of care post emergency room visits or hospital discharge. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patient. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services with Brown University Health’s mission, vision, values with consideration of the life span, including all development stages as well as cultural patterns.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates a fundamental grounding in nursing theory and practice with mastery of knowledge within a defined content area.
• Manages a caseload of patients in partnership with the healthcare team to optimize health status and coordinate care over time and across healthcare settings.
• Adheres to established clinical session requirements as defined by the Director of Clinical Operations in collaboration with the Medical Director.Provides direct care to patients in the ambulatory setting.
• Demonstrates advanced physical and psychosocial assessment skills and knowledge of family dynamics.
• Provides leadership in the development, validation, implementation, and evaluation of standards, policies, procedures, and critical paths to support the patient care delivery model.
• Performs direct patient care at the outpatient offices in accordance with State licensure and Federal rules.
• Performs phone triage for patient problems/questions for patients under his/her care, and for other patients as requested by physicians.
• Oversees care coordination in the ambulatory care settings, as feasible.Assists the healthcare team to achieve mutually agreed upon healthcare goals by providing necessary support, education and encouragement.
• Performs advanced practice skills under the supervision of the Medical Director.Provides expert consultation for clinical issues promoting increased knowledge and skills for the consultee.
• Participates in the education, clinical research and mentoring of healthcare providers.Facilitates patient/family education in area of expertise.Annually completes mandatory training as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Masters of Science Degree, Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Specialty certification required. Baccalaureate in Nursing Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS). Bilingual Spanish Speaking preferred. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

Two years related experience as RN in acute care hospital or ambulatory care setting and 2 years’ experience as a nurse practitioner require

Pay Range:

$127,504.00-$161,782.40

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Tues-Friday 8:00-6:30 pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

10 hours

Driving Required:

No

Description:

Full-time position working for Lifespan Physician Group, Inc. d/b/a Brown Health Medical Group in Providence, RI, based at Rhode Island Hospital, 593 Eddy Street, Providence, RI; and The Miriam Hospital, 164 Summit Avenue, Providence, RI. Position treats cancer using systemic therapies—medicines that travel through the whole body - including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. Shifts and schedules as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Requires a U.S. medical degree or foreign equivalent, Board Eligibility in Internal Medicine and Hematology/Oncology, and eligibility for Rhode Island medical license. Salary offered for this position is $270,000 per year.

Pay Range:

-

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: The Scheduler assists in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating the activities occurring in the nursing station by performing clerical and receptionist duties and maintaining the physical environment of the area Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Accurately takes bookings for outpatient services. Chooses the correct test (s) and gathers all necessary patient information from the source, requesting the booking. Processes cancellations and rescheduling quickly and accurately. Records MD orders received, comparing written orders with the test booked and immediately resolves any discrepancies Responds quickly to any booking problems identified by patient, clinical areas, and/or MD offices. Completes patient pre-registrations for last minute bookings. Provides accurate and timely answers to all inquiries, whether from patients, MD offices, or other hospital areas. Management of Time and Resources Completes work assignments within an acceptable time frame. Uses time and resources to the best possible advantage for successful completion of job responsibilities. Develops and maintains efficient working relationships. Is reliable in respect to attendance. Is Reliable in respect to punctuality. Recognizes the importance of team efforts and partners with others to achieve positive outcomes. Quality Is part of a team effort to ensure quality services. Offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns. Produces quality results. Continually strives to improve the quality of work. Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Previous experience in scheduling or a related field such as registration. Medical terminology knowledge. Keyboard/Data entry experience. Is cooperative in interactions, treating customers with courtesy, respect and compassion. Is patient when responding to questions and answers questions appropriately. Responds to requests in a timely manner. Handles interruptions in a skillful way. Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor. Strives to prevent/resolve customer concerns to the customer's satisfaction. Is responsible for ongoing development of his/her work skills through the use of available resources (i.e.: inservices, formal educational programs, other work groups and on-the-job training). Attends and participates in staff meetings and inservices and/or reviews documentation as required. Assists in the orientation of others and actively participates in mentoring. Performs analytical and decision making functions with minimal supervision. Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate. Demonstrates an understanding of relative Hospital and all-departmental policies and procedures including safety issues. Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by Hospital and where they are located.

Pay Range: 

$18.53-$27.02

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721

Work Type:

M-F 8:30am-5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East

SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Pathology Manager, Phlebotomy Supervisor or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist, performs responsibilities associated with obtaining blood and various other patient specimens. Transports specimens and completes basic records. Performs related clerical support activities to interview and instruct patients, enters data into computerized database, and maintains related records and reports.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Schedules venipunctures or capillary blood punctures according to priority and type of test, such as time studies.
• Utilizes computer generated collection labels and references Pathology Handbook as necessary to ensure collection of specimens is in accordance with established procedures, i.e. specimens are collected in proper containers and meet special collection requirements as appropriate. Duties are preformed according to hospital policy and observance of universal precautions.
• Verifies and identifies patient following established procedures and proper patient preparation prior to specimen collection, such as fasting and special diet.
• Obtain blood samples from patient according to venipuncture or capillary puncture techniques. May collect other types of specimens (throat cultures, etc. May require splitting or centrifuging samples. Alerts nursing staff or supervisor to any deviations from puncture or adverse patient condition.
• Performs coagulation tests on patients such as bleeding times.
• Labels, wraps (including appropriate documentation) and prepares samples/specimens for transportation.
• Maintains records on sample/specimen procurement.
• Performs related clerical activities such as, sorts and files records, receiving patient into clinic/treatment area and as necessary interviews patient to obtain insurance, biographical and medical information to complete registration records.
• Provides patient with forms (e.g. hospital or regulatory required forms) for tests, gives instructions regarding any special preparation necessary prior to test or appointment. May contact patient to return and repeat tests. May contact outside agencies/physician’s office to obtain additional patient information to complete patient records.
• Enters patient’s data into the department computer system. May identify billing errors and make adjustments to reconcile error(s).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.
• In lieu of internship, 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered.
• In lieu of phlebotomy certification, 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered.
• Ability to perform venipuncture techniques and capillary puncture on adults, children and infants.
• Interpersonal skills to obtain and provide information to patients and to explain procedures effectively in order to allay fears and anxiety.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
• Clerical skills to prepare and maintain records and reports, including keyboard skills to enter access information.
• Familiarity with blood collector equipment, anticoagulants, special precautions and interference.
• Ability to distinguish chromatic colors.
• A Phlebotomy certificate required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Works with in-patient care environment with considerable walking between units and where some physical effort may be required to deal with patients who are uncooperative.
• Some exposure to odors when handling specimens.
• Exposure to communicable diseases while administering to patients, however chance of injury is minimized by the adherence to established infection control procedures.
• Manual dexterity to perform venipunctures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range: 

$21.26-$22.22

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Monday-Friday 2P-6p, holiday rotation

Work Shift:

Evening

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Pathology Manager, Phlebotomy Supervisor or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist, performs responsibilities associated with obtaining blood and various other patient specimens. Transports specimens and completes basic records. Performs related clerical support activities to interview and instruct patients, enters data into computerized database, and maintains related records and reports.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Schedules venipunctures or capillary blood punctures according to priority and type of test, such as time studies.
• Utilizes computer generated collection labels and references Pathology Handbook as necessary to ensure collection of specimens is in accordance with established procedures, i.e. specimens are collected in proper containers and meet special collection requirements as appropriate. Duties are preformed according to hospital policy and observance of universal precautions.
• Verifies and identifies patient following established procedures and proper patient preparation prior to specimen collection, such as fasting and special diet.
• Obtain blood samples from patient according to venipuncture or capillary puncture techniques. May collect other types of specimens (throat cultures, etc. May require splitting or centrifuging samples. Alerts nursing staff or supervisor to any deviations from puncture or adverse patient condition.
• Performs coagulation tests on patients such as bleeding times.Labels, wraps (including appropriate documentation) and prepares samples/specimens for transportation.
• Maintains records on sample/specimen procurement.Performs related clerical activities such as, sorts and files records, receiving patient into clinic/treatment area and as necessary interviews patient to obtain insurance, biographical and medical information to complete registration records.
• Provides patient with forms (e.g. hospital or regulatory required forms) for tests, gives instructions regarding any special preparation necessary prior to test or appointment. May contact patient to return and repeat tests. May contact outside agencies/physician’s office to obtain additional patient information to complete patient records.
• Enters patient’s data into the department computer system. May identify billing errors and make adjustments to reconcile error(s).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.
• In lieu of internship, 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered.
• In lieu of phlebotomy certification, 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered.
• Ability to perform venipuncture techniques and capillary puncture on adults, children and infants.
• Interpersonal skills to obtain and provide information to patients and to explain procedures effectively in order to allay fears and anxiety.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
• Clerical skills to prepare and maintain records and reports, including keyboard skills to enter access information.
• Familiarity with blood collector equipment, anticoagulants, special precautions and interference.
• Ability to distinguish chromatic colors.
• A Phlebotomy certificate required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Works with in-patient care environment with considerable walking between units and where some physical effort may be required to deal with patients who are uncooperative.
• Some exposure to odors when handling specimens.
• Exposure to communicable diseases while administering to patients, however chance of injury is minimized by the adherence to established infection control procedures.
• Manual dexterity to perform venipunctures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range: 

$29.14-$29.14

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 5a-7:30a,one weekend per month 5a-9a,holiday rotaion

Work Shift:

Variable

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.DEFINTION:A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as this guides our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Duties of Nursing Assistants Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs: 1. Personal Care Skills 2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. 3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate 4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service. 5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse. 6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant. High school graduate or its equivalent preferred. Ability to perform basic computer skills. Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS). Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred. WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7pm-730am every other weekend, every other holiday

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge. DEFINTION: A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as this guides our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Duties of Nursing Assistants Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs: ol Personal Care Skills Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. /ol Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant. High school graduate or its equivalent preferred. Ability to perform basic computer skills. Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS). Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: One year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred. WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians' offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Every other weekend, every other holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.DEFINTION:A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as this guides our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Duties of Nursing Assistants Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs: 1. Personal Care Skills 2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. 3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate 4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service. 5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse. 6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant. High school graduate or its equivalent preferred. Ability to perform basic computer skills. Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS). Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred. WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7am-730pm every other weekend every other holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge. DEFINTION: A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as this guides our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Duties of Nursing Assistants Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs: 1. Personal Care Skills 2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. 3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate 4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service. 5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse. 6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. Performs other related duties as required 2 hours of stroke education required annually. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant. High school graduate or its equivalent preferred. Ability to perform basic computer skills. Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS). Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred. WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Every other holiday, every other weekend

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY: The Mental Health Worker functions under the direction of the Professional Nurse and is responsible to the Clinical Manager. This position provides direct care and maintains a safe and therapeutic milieu for a select group of patients on the Psychiatric Unit. Provides services to the adult population. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Actively participates in the treatment planning process by completing selected areas on the assessment form and collaborating with the Professional Nurse to develop the initial problem list and treatment plan. Communicates individual treatment plans with other members of the multidisciplinary team. Implements the treatment plan in accordance with unit policies and procedures and demonstrates the ability to set consistent and supportive therapeutic limits within unit and department standards. Reviews treatment plans and problem lists on a daily basis. Assist in the evaluation of care by providing input at team meetings. Documents significant patient/family interactions on flowsheet in a timely manner. Observe patients in activities of daily living in accordance with the treatment plan (personal hygiene, ambulation, shaving, etc.). Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and encourages their participation in recreational and other therapeutic activities. Consistently models appropriate and therapeutic interpersonal staff/patient interactions to other patients/families. Conduct patient rounds to observe and record patient's behavior and reports any unusual behavior to nursing staff. Initiates formalnformal supervision and incorporates feedback for improvement in job performance. Organizes and participates in recreational activities. Demonstrates analytical skills and an understanding of psychiatric illnesses and organizes recreational activities to meet psycho-social and intellectual need of patients. Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of the group room and reporting any safety hazards to supervisor. Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patient/families as well as other members of the healthcare team. Manages aggressive/destructive behavior by providing timely therapeutic interventions. Assists in placing patients in seclusion and/or restraints according to policy and procedures. Assists in patient and room searches. Escorts patients to other departments in the hospital. Maintains patient confidentiality and respects patient right to privacy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Associate Degree required. Baccalaureate Degree in a Human Service or related field preferred. Other education and experience considered and may be substituted for educational requirements at the discretion of the Hiring Manager. Must demonstrate aptitude and willingness to learn role related skills. Current BLS certification. Current RIH Crisis Management certification or current enrollment. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: Preferred WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: General hospital environment with occasional stressful conditions associated with patient care. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7p-730a

Work Shift:

Night

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager Hasbro 6, is responsible for the care and safety of assigned children. Is responsible for the input into the formulation of a therapeutic milieu treatment plan, and the implementation, observation and documentation of this program under the direction of the multidisciplinary team. Provides services to medically compromised and emotionally disturbed children / adolescents. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Participates in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. Has the ability to take a frontline role in leading a group of 6-8 pediatric patients who are struggling with severe medical and psychosocial issues and guide them through the structured components of their day. Handles crisis situations in a safe, effective manner. Intervenes in disruptive milieu or destructive to self / other patient situations providing timely therapeutic intervention(s). Demonstrates appropriate critical incident follow-up skills by timely verbal reporting to the Registered Nurse and documentation in the medical record. Demonstrates ability to set consistent and supportive therapeutic limits within guidelines of hospital, unit, department and standards. Participates in the development of milieu therapy care plans. Participates in operation of the milieu care plan for assigned patients according to established department and unit-based procedure / policy. Maintains and documents level of patient observation as ordered by the LIP. Participates in support/supervision related to meal plans (e.g. for patients with Eating Disorders or specific nutritional goals relates to chronic medical illness). Creates, participates, demonstrates analytical skills and an understanding of psychiatric / medical illnesses and organizes therapeutic and recreational activities to meet the psychosocial and developmental needs for children ranging from 6-18 years of age. Completes initial milieu assessment within a 24-hour period. Supports and contributes to the development of milieu therapy care plans / behavioral management in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Communicates individual patient milieu treatment plans in an ongoing manner to the members on the multidisciplinary treatment team throughout the day in order to modify individual treatment plans as clinically necessary. Demonstrates and consistently models interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patient/families as well as other members of the multidisciplinary team. Adheres to hospital, departmental and unit policies and procedures Is aware of departmental QA indicators and responsibilities related to such Attends peer review and staff meetings as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Baccalaureate in Psychology or related Human Services Field required. Other education and experience considered and may be substituted for educational requirements at the discretion of the Hiring Manager. Must demonstrate aptitude and willingness to learn role related skills. Current CPR certification Current RIH Crisis Management certification or current enrollment Demonstrates a theoretical understanding of children within families. Must have sound understanding of the social and developmental issues that are encountered in the medically ill child and teen populations. Understanding of body image, self-esteem and identity development issues particular to teenagers Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of aging process, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process EXPERIENCE: One year of recent (within 3 years) experience in a pediatric environment ages 6-18 required. Experience with medically compromised and/or emotionally impaired children WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: General Hospital environment with occasional stressful conditions associated with children with emotional and behavioral disorders. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7p-7a, 7a-7p

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager Hasbro 6, is responsible for the care and safety of assigned children. Is responsible for the input into the formulation of a therapeutic milieu treatment plan, and the implementation, observation and documentation of this program under the direction of the multidisciplinary team. Provides services to medically compromised and emotionally disturbed children / adolescents. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: A. Participates in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. Has the ability to take a frontline role in leading a group of 6-8 pediatric patients who are struggling with severe medical and psychosocial issues and guide them through the structured components of their day. Handles crisis situations in a safe, effective manner. Intervenes in disruptive milieu or destructive to self / other patient situations providing timely therapeutic intervention(s). Demonstrates appropriate critical incident follow-up skills by timely verbal reporting to the Registered Nurse and documentation in the medical record. Demonstrates ability to set consistent and supportive therapeutic limits within guidelines of hospital, unit, department and standards. B. Participates in the development of milieu therapy care plans. Participates in operation of the milieu care plan for assigned patients according to established department and unit-based procedure / policy. Maintains and documents level of patient observation as ordered by the LIP. Participates in support/supervision related to meal plans (e.g. for patients with Eating Disorders or specific nutritional goals relates to chronic medical illness). Creates, participates, demonstrates analytical skills and an understanding of psychiatric / medical illnesses and organizes therapeutic and recreational activities to meet the psychosocial and developmental needs for children ranging from 6-18 years of age. Completes initial milieu assessment within a 24-hour period. Supports and contributes to the development of milieu therapy care plans / behavioral management in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Communicates individual patient milieu treatment plans in an ongoing manner to the members on the multidisciplinary treatment team throughout the day in order to modify individual treatment plans as clinically necessary. Demonstrates and consistently models interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patient/families as well as other members of the multidisciplinary team. C. Adheres to hospital, departmental and unit policies and procedures Is aware of departmental QA indicators and responsibilities related to such Attends peer review and staff meetings as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Baccalaureate in Psychology or related Human Services Field required Current CPR certification Current RIH Crisis Management certification or current enrollment Demonstrates a theoretical understanding of children within families. Must have sound understanding of the social and developmental issues that are encountered in the medically ill child and teen populations. Understanding of body image, self-esteem and identity development issues particular to teenagers Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of aging process, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process EXPERIENCE: One year of recent (within 3 years) experience in a pediatric environment ages 6-18 required. Experience with medically compromised and/or emotionally impaired children WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: General Hospital environment with occasional stressful conditions associated with children with emotional and behavioral disorders. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Responds to individual patient-care situations demonstrating knowledge and skills acquired through education, certification and work experience. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7a-7p

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

United Nurses And Allied Professional

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge. DEFINTION: A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Brown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as this guides our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Duties of Nursing Assistants Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs: ol Personal Care Skills Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. /ol Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant. High school graduate or its equivalent preferred. Ability to perform basic computer skills. Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS). Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred. WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians' offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.

Pay Range: 

-

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

7a-730pm

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

SUMMARY:

Perform a variety of housekeeping duties to maintain the Hospital in a clean, aseptic, safe and orderly condition. Perform other related duties, as required.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates understanding of Hospital's Mission, vision, and values.
Demonstrates understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment plan.
Complies with department and hospital policies and procedures.
Reviews department policies and procedures.

Reviews hospital policies and procedures.

Demonstrates a commitment towards meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer Service Standards.
Completes mandatory Safety Management Education Hospital-wide.
Demonstrates a commitment towards meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer Service Standards.
Completes mandatory Safety Management Education (Hospital-wide, Department-specific, Job-specific)
Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
Participates in codes.
Cleans, dusts, and disinfects all above-floor items, such as light fixtures, ceilings, vents, televisions, picture frames, shelves, furniture, walls, doors, door frames, windows, and windowsills.
Cleans and disinfects bathrooms and bathroom items such as toilets, urinals, sinks, tubs, showers, etc.
Replenishes soap, toilet tissue, and paper towel supplies as needed.
Replaces sharps containers as needed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Dust mops and damp mops floors on a consistent basis according to department procedures.
Performs discharge cleaning according to procedure.
Uses supplies, equipment, and solutions according to policies and manufacturers' recommendations.
Performs isolation cleaning according to procedures, utilizing aseptic techniques.
Performs vacuuming, spot cleaning and shampooing of carpets according to procedure.
Performs spot cleaning and shampooing of upholstered furniture according to procedur

Collects, transports, and disposes the following waste categories in accordance with procedures:

General waste
Medical/Regulated waste
Chemical waste
Recyclable waste
Confidential shredding.

Follows established cleaning task assignment sheets and frequency schedule as established.
Delivers clean linen and picks up soiled linen according to procedures.
Replaces mattresses, draperies, venetian blinds, shades, and cubicle curtains as needed.
Moves and arranges furniture and equipment in an orderly manner, utilizing proper body mechanics.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires the ability to follow written and oral instructions in English.
The level of education normally attained in courses at secondary school levels.
Effective interpersonal communication skills.

EXPERIENCE:
One to three months on the job training to proficiently perform all basic duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT ANDPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to sit/ squat 1-3 hours per day, stand and walk 3-7 hours per day, lift 10-35 lbs with good body mechanics, twist, and bend moderately. Must be able to use both hands/wrists and perform work with moderate deviation and fine motor skills. Far vision must be accurate at 20/40, near vision at 20/20 with accurate depth perception, hearing not essential function.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

11pm-7:30am EOW and holiday

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the technical supervision of a pathologist, Technical Supervisor and administrative supervision of the Administrative Laboratory Director, performs a wide variety of routine and specialized studies on blood, urine and body fluids samples as requisitioned by a physician, to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease, following established standards and practices.

Independent judgment, professional education and certification are required.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.
Must possess good communication and organizational skills
Must be able to work independently and possess good judgement, problem solving and organizational skills.
Assists in the orientation of others and actively participates in mentoring.
Performs analytical and decision making functions with minimal supervision.
Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate.
Demonstrates an understanding of relative hospital and departmental policies and procedures including safety issues.
Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by hospital and where they are located.
Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1-3 years preferred.
Successful rotation through all clinical laboratory departments or its equivalent.
Requires three months clinical training and on the job training to become familiar with the hospital's policy and procedures and to become proficient in all phases of the job requirements
May be assigned to a specific department in the lab or may rotate in a minimum of two or a maximum of all departments
Comply with established standards and practices/procedures. Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks in conformance with established policies and standards
Follows established protocols for quality control procedures to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents and procedures.
Recognize instrument malfunction and out-of-control test results and take corrective action.
Make sure specimens are properly labeled, collected, received and stored properly for future reference and then properly discarded.
Adhere to all established Laboratory policies and procedures
Complete proficiency and competency checks as well as read and sign new and revised policies and procedures in a timely manner.
Assemble supplies and equipment and assure proper functioning and cleanliness of equipment and work area.

EDUCATION:
Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory technology from an accredited institution
OR
High school graduate or equivalent with successful completion of an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks duration and held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician)
ASCP or other acceptable Certification agency preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties and responsibilities of this job.
The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 75% or more:

Stand / walk
Talk or hear
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens

The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 50 - 75%:

Exposure to infections from disease-bearing specimens
Exposure to infectious/contagious diseases

The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 25 - 50%:

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Lift up to 10 lbs.
Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals
Exposure to dust or other irritants
Exposure to cleaning agents/chemicals
Exposure to hot or noisy equipment

Vision Requirements:

Close vision
Distance vision
Color vision
Peripheral vision
Depth perception
Ability to adjust focus

Safety equipment used while performing this job:

Gloves
Lab coat

Pay Range: 

$25.65-$37.56

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721

Work Type:

Varied shifts with start times of 0600 and 0700, weekends and holidays required

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East

SUMMARY:

The Un-Registered Medical Technologist, under general supervision performs a wide variety of routine and specialized studies on blood, urine and body fluids samples as requisitioned by a physician, to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease, following established standards and practices. Independent judgement, professional education and certification are required. Will assist the department Laboratory Supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the department.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Consults with and keeps supervisor informed of activities, needs and problems.
May be assigned to a specific department in the lab or may rotate in a minimum of two or a maximum of all departments.
May act as charge person of a department in the absence of the department supervisor.
Establishes own work plan and priorities, using and modifying established procedures, to ensure timely completion of assigned work in conformance with established policies and standards.
Comply with established standards and practices/procedures.
Assemble supplies and equipment and assure proper functioning and cleanliness of equipment and work area.
Make sure specimens are properly labeled, collected, received and stored properly for future reference and then properly discarded.
Record, review, certify, and report test results as required.
Maintain adequate quality control procedures to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents and procedures.
Recognize instrument malfunction and out-of-control test results and take corrective action.
Assist in teaching and training of new employees. .
Follows established hospital, laboratory, departmental and regulatory standards, policies, procedures and precautions in the performance of all job duties to ensure a safe work environment for self and others.
Follows safe work practices and utilizes all required personal protective equipment and other safety equipment when required.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Twelve months of clinical education/training in a school of Medical Technology or its equivalent.
Requires three months on-the-job training to become familiar with the hospital's policies and procedures and to become proficient in all phases of the job requirements.

EDUCATION:

Baccalaureate degree in Medical Technology or related science. If degree is in a related science, requires at least 5 years (full time) acceptable clinical experience in Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology or Microbiology within the last 10 years. At least two years must be under the supervision of a pathologist (certified by the American Board of Pathology or eligible) or an appropriately certified medical scientist and a certified medical technologist.
A Baccalaureate degree in Medical Technology ASCP eligible, such as a recent graduate that is awaiting taking the MT test.
ASCP eligible or other acceptable Certification agency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties and responsibilities of this job.
The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 75% or more:

Use hands to finger, feel, reach with hands, climb, or balance
Talk or hear

The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 50 - 75%:

Stand / walk
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals
Exposure to infections from disease bearing specimens
Exposure to infectious/contagious diseases

The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 25 - 50%:

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Taste or smell
Lift up to 25 lbs.
Exposure to flammable, explosive, gases
Exposure to dust or other irritants
Exposure to grease or oils
Exposure to hot or noisy equipment
Exposure to a moderate noise level

Vision Requirements:

Close vision
Distance vision
Color vision
Peripheral vision
Depth perception
Ability to adjust focus

Safety equipment used while performing this job:

Face shields
Gloves
Lab coat

Pay Range: 

$30.93-$45.43

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721

Work Type:

Varied shifts with start times of 0600 and 0700, weekends and holidays required

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East

SUMMARY: Reports to Manager, Data Architecture. The Data Engineer II is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable, performant, and resilient data systems that will enable effective decision making and efficient business practices. Leads the operationalization of complex data pipelines, ensures data solutions align with business objectives. Mentors junior team members, increases organizational confidence in the validity of enterprise data sources, collaborates across departments, and leverages on premise and cloud-native technologies to deliver high performance data products. Streamlines data management processes, improving data quality, fostering collaboration, and providing a solid foundation for informed decision-making across the entire healthcare system. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: 180165679Designs, builds, and maintains large-scale data processing systems, to ensure data pipelines are efficient, scalable, and secure. Works with multiple vendor supplied and home-grown data warehouses and lakes to reduce data duplication and inefficiencies. Performs advanced analysis of data sources to determine their value, recommends inclusion in analytical environments. Profiles and re-organizes existing data sources that may be complex and/or disjointed. Produces solid, well documented data infrastructure that can be used for years with minimal upkeep. Develops completely automated data validation and data mapping rules that validate regular data source updates, map new data values, and ensure that data values have not unexpectedly changed significantly. Ensures that data validation errors are quickly identified. Performs root cause analysis for any discrepancies or anomalies and implements corrective action. Integrates and ingests information from a diverse array of sources, including clinical data, inputs from suppliers, financial transactions, applications bolstering Human Resources (HR) and other services, third-party information, and even unstructured data from tools as ubiquitous as Excel spreadsheets and online forms. Innovates and leads the design and development of Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes. Evaluates and ensures the integrity of data movement, transformation code, and large datasets. Writes detailed documentation for data processes, tools, and pipelines with data users in mind. Contributes, maintains, and grows a unified data catalog and data model. Maintains a proactive engagement with organizational partners to ascertain and define new data requirements and terminologies as they emerge. Manages the mapping of common or related terms in a single, unified location. Monitors and adjusts mapping in this centralized space to improve coordination with operational partners. Proactively informs the data community about new developments and capabilities provided by the data architecture team. Designs, builds, and maintains a centralized repository of high-quality, reliable data, to streamline the workflow of data scientists enabling them to pivot from time-consuming tasks of building and validating datasets to the more sophisticated and impactful work of developing AI models. Mentors and guides junior engineers, fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Produces training materials on a variety of topics for use by data specialists across the organization. Contributes to cloud migration initiatives, data infrastructure modernization, and system optimization efforts. Monitors analytics department capacity resources such as Microsoft cloud computing capacity. Proactively develops and implements plans to reduce analytics department capacity usage without reducing data functions through optimization of processing techniques. Works in tandem with data governance bodies to advocate for safer, more secure, and more effective data procedures. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Bachelor’s Degree in STEM-related field or equivalent. Epic Clarity Cogito certification preferred. Proficient in Structured Query Language (SQL), Python, and other data tools. EXPERIENCE / SKILLS: Experience: 180160757Four years’ experience in data engineering, with strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and other data tools. Experience with architecting scalable data systems and working with large, complex datasets. Experience designing and operationalizing complex solutions. Experience with data modeling, ETL processes, and data pipeline optimization. Firsthand experience with cloud platforms, data warehousing, and ETL design. Experience in healthcare data management and familiarity with healthcare industry standards is preferred. Demonstrated experience mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams. Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with an ability to decompose complex issues into practical solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Skilled in rigorous and automated data validation techniques. Well versed in data documentation methods that prioritize a return on investment of documentation time. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires the visual and manual dexterity to operate a computer. This is a remote position with the option to travel to sites in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts, as needed. Employee will be responsible to establish a secure workspace environment to protect the confidentiality of sensitive information. Sensitive information includes confidential information, protected health information (PHI), and protected identifiable information (PII). Employee will be responsible for costs associated with setting up, furnishing, and managing their remote employee workspace and for costs of maintaining appropriate internet connectivity to access Brown University Health Information Services resources. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within broad scope of department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$100,027.20-$165,048.00

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Corporate Headquarters - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:30 am-5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No