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Who We Are

Banner Health is one of the largest nonprofit healthcare systems in the U.S. Based in the Southwest with headquarters in Phoenix, Banner Health operates 30 hospitals and additional medical facilities across six states. Banner Health jobs for nurses are located everywhere from bustling urban medical centers to small-town hospitals and physician offices. The Banner Health network includes:

  • Hospitals
  • Emergency and urgent care centers
  • Primary care health centers
  • Surgery centers
  • Research and training centers (including a "virtual hospital" with a 55-bed simulation center)
  • Labs
  • Physician practices
  • Imaging centers
  • Maternity centers
  • Hospice facilities
  • Home care
  • Telehealth
  • Orthopedics and sports medicine

Benefits Eligibility

Banner Health employees are eligible for medical benefits when their total full-time equivalent (FTE) is 50% or greater. While team members with an FTE of 70% or greater enjoy normal premiums, those with an FTE between 50% and 69.9% pay an additional premium for medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Pharmacy
  • Supplemental health
  • HSA/FSA
  • Legal plans
  • 401(k)/403(b) retirement plans with employer matching
  • MyWell-Being program
  • Tuition assistance
  • Paid time off
  • Maternity leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other resources for living
  • Banner Health Credit Union membership
  • Other voluntary benefits, including auto, home, and pet insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Bedside RN loyalty bonuses for every 5 years of service

Consider Banner Health Jobs

Banner Health believes that nurses are the "Heartbeat of Healthcare." The company is heavily invested in creating an optimal employment experience for nursing team members through better pay, benefits, opportunities, continuing clinical education, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, flexibility, and experiences.

Banner Health careers are for nurses of all kinds, including:

  • Registered nurses
  • Charge nurses
  • Clinical directors
  • Nurse managers
  • Clinical nurse specialists
  • Nursing educators
  • Nurse informaticists
  • Nurse researchers in critical care, cardiology, hospice, pediatrics, oncology, surgery, and much more

Recent achievements for Banner Health include:

  • Top Five Large Health System in the nation from Truven Health Analytics
  • 21 hospitals have reached HIMSS Stage 7, marking the highest level of electronic medical records use
  • Top Leadership Team from Healthleaders Media
  • Recognized leader in Alzheimer's research and treatment with the Banner Alzheimer's Institute
  • Collaborated with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to build the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center

Want to learn more? Check out this video about Banner Health careers to see if this might be the right employer for you.

Recent Jobs
RN Oncology Part-time
Banner Health

Registered Nurse RN Patient Navigator Oncology Part Time or Per Diem

Banner Health Tucson, AZ
Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona Department Name: Banner Staffing Services-AZ Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health. As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy: • Competitive wages • Paid orientation • Flexible Schedules (select positions) • Fewer Shifts Cancelled • Weekly pay • 403(b) Pre-tax retirement • Employee Assistance Program • Employee wellness program • Discount Entertainment tickets • Restaurant/Shopping discounts • Auto Purchase Plan Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Registry/Per Diem positions require a minimum of 2 shifts a month commitment. Location: 3838 N Campbell Ave bldg 1 Schedule: As needed to cover sick days, vacation days, and vacancies to provide support during volume surges. Clinic is open Monday- Friday 8AM-4:30PM, POSITION SUMMARY This position provides comprehensive care coordination, supporting a holistic and coordinated approach across the continuum of care. This position assists with informed decision-making; collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to allow for timely screening, diagnosis, treatment and increased supportive care throughout the patient experience. This position provides individual assistance to patients, families and caregivers to help identify and overcome barriers which may hinder quality medical and psychosocial patient care. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Assesses the patient’s plan of care and develops, implements, monitors and documents the utilization of resources and progress of the patient through their care, facilitating options and services to meet the patient’s health care needs. 2. Evaluates the medical necessity and appropriateness of care, optimizing patient outcomes. Serves as a liaison for referring physicians and assists with scheduling initial tests and consultations. 3. Assists the patient/family through diagnostic services, treatment and care. Coordinates disease care using an interdisciplinary holistic approach, making appropriate referrals and consultations in coordination with physicians and providers. 4. Ensures that the patient and family understand the diagnostic processes, care strategy and recommended actions, and are provided with appropriate information in coordination with physician and health care providers. Responds to patient requests for information regarding the disease process, expected side effects and community resources. 5. Evaluates patient’s functional abilities and limitations. Determines if intervention is needed. Establishes treatment goals that are functional, measurable, patient related and reflect key limiting factors. Establishes and implements a plan of care to achieve treatment goals. Collaborates with patient and family when setting goal; initiates discharge planning. Recommends additions to or modifications of referring orders. 6. Supports the patient and family during difficult decision-making periods. Assist in coordination of end of life care for patient and family and provides emotional support. 7. Supports process improvement activities for populations of patients to achieve the optimal clinical, financial, operational, and satisfaction outcomes. Participates in staff development to maintain current standards of practice and ensure the highest quality of care. 8. Establishes and promotes a collaborative relationship with physicians, payers, and other members of the health care team. Collects and communicates pertinent, timely information to payers and others to fulfill utilization and regulatory requirements. 9. This position works independently, with freedom to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures. This position confers with supervisor on any unusual situations. This position is facility-based with no budgetary responsibility. Internal customers include all levels of staff, including physicians. External customers include patients, families, employees of other healthcare institutions, physician offices, referring physicians, community providers and agencies, payers, provider networks, and regulatory agencies. This position requires making decisions related to patient care coordination throughout various facilities and with various specialty practices. Decision making required for treatment and standardization of care of patients. This position requires complex problem solving related to plan of care for evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning for patients. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must possess knowledge as normally obtained through the completion of a Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field. Depending on area of focus, requires a current RN licensure, PT licensure, or OT licensure in the state of practice. BLS certification required. Requires a proficiency level typically achieved with 5 years clinical experience. Requires excellent organizational skills and clinical knowledge regarding specialty care services, as well as care coordination of services, legal and financial aspects of diagnostic services and health services in specialty area. Requires effective communication and writing skills, good time management skills and knowledge of word processing and database software applications. Requires the ability to teach both clinical and non-clinical personnel regarding care and diagnostics services. Also requires a good understanding of process improvement. Employees working at Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this specific facility. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Current certification in specialty area preferred. Prior Case Management experience preferred. Depending on area of focus, experience with mild traumatic brain injury treatment(s), outreach in the community, and research related to mTBI is preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy
RN Full-time
Banner Health

Registered Nurse RN MCS LVAD Coordinator

Banner Health Phoenix, AZ
Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: Mechanical Circul Suppt-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Nursing Nurses play a critical role in patient care. They’re the smiling faces patients see when they’re sick; they’re advocates for the patients and their families. Truly, they are the heartbeat of a hospital. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. Great options and great opportunities. Banner Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Coordinator to join the Advanced Heart Failure team at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. This is a day shift position working Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM with some schedule flexibility, plus 24-hour on-call rotations (including weekend and holiday coverage). The role focuses on providing comprehensive management and coordination of care for patients requiring Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) or Total Artificial Heart (TAH) devices throughout their entire healthcare journey. In this position, the RN MCS Coordinator is involved in care coordination from pre-implant evaluation through post-operative care and long-term follow-up, collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team. The coordinator will serve as a vital resource and educator for patients, families, healthcare providers, and community professionals, providing both clinical and technical support. This includes pre and post-operative patient education, staff training, and after-hours support for patient calls. The role also involves quality improvement initiatives, assisting with operating room preparation as needed, and coordinating readmissions for patients experiencing difficulties. The ideal candidate will have cardiac nursing experience, with ICU experience preferred but not required. Experience with mechanical circulatory support (MCS) and/or transplant is highly desirable. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives during critical moments while working collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice practitioners, nursing staff, case managers, and the broader multidisciplinary team. Banner Health is committed to investing in nurses through better pay, benefits, opportunities, and a supportive community that recognizes nurses as the heartbeat of healthcare. Location: Banner University Medical Center-1111 E. McDowell Rd. Schedule: This is a day shift position working Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM with some schedule flexibility, plus 24-hour on-call rotations (including weekend and holiday coverage). University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics. POSITION SUMMARY This position provides comprehensive management and coordination of inpatient and outpatient care for specialized patient populations, such as those requiring ventricular assist device or artificial heart. This position also has accountability for coordination of activities including, but not limited to, patient education, staff education, community education, surgical coordination, and record keeping. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Manages individual patients across the healthcare continuum to achieve optimal clinical, financial, operation and satisfaction outcomes. Facilitates, coordination, and monitors pre-implant evaluations and the cares of implant candidate waiting implantation. Collaborates effectively with the interdisciplinary team to plan and implement the patient’s treatment plan, utilizing effective oral and written communication. Participates in weekly selection and patient update conference. 2. Collects required clinical data and collaborates with case manager of insurance provider for approval. Interprets and administers current payor contracts to best meet the financial needs for the patient and program while maximizing facility and program reimbursement. Possesses integral knowledge of multiple patient contracts. Applies this knowledge to assure the services being furnished to the patients are in compliance with the contract stipulations, obtains appropriate implant authorizations for services rendered. May collaborate with finance representatives regarding insurance coverage. 3. Establishes and promotes collaborative relationships with physicians, members of the health care team and/or third party payors, utilizing effective oral and written communication. Serves as a resource to, health care providers, patients, physicians and their office staff and/or payors. Educates other health care providers on individual care policies as it pertains to service rendered. May assist with preparation and start up activities in operating room as needed by surgical team. 4. Provides post-operative and/or procedural education to patients and family in collaboration with nursing staff in preparation for discharge from the hospital. Provides support and education to nursing staff and other health professionals regarding the device or procedure. Develops and presents education and marketing programs. 5. Participates in the program quality assurance program. Evaluates current processes, identifies need for change and implements change via process improvement projects to achieve optimal clinical, financial, operational and satisfaction outcomes. Acts as a change agent by continually monitoring processes to identify opportunities for improvement. Implements change through multi-disciplinary work group process. Assists in development of policies and procedures for the delivery of care to the patient population. May be responsible for maintaining/assisting with related database, software and programs. 6. May provide support to patients leaving the unit for tests and procedures. Serves as a resource to the community, patients, family members, primary care physician and payors regarding the implant process. Provides support and education to community health care professionals who have contact with the patient i.e. home health nurses, referring physicians, first responders (EMTs, paramedics, and local emergency departments). Serves as resource person to patients after discharge for clinical and technical support (after hours for patient call responsibilities.) Coordinate readmissions for patients experiencing difficulties. 7. Internal customers include patients, families, in-plant surgeons, in-plant interdisciplinary team, management, nursing and medical staff, and other members of the hospital interdisciplinary health care team. External customers include referring physicians and office staff, laboratories, third party payers, pharmacies, community agencies, provider networks, and regulatory agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice. BLS Certification is required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing required. Requires a minimum of five years clinical nursing experience; at least two of those years in the clinical specialty area. Must have a working knowledge of care management, resource/utilization management, and hospital and community resources. Requires critical thinking skills to effectively coordinate a large volume of patients simultaneously. Must demonstrate problem-solving abilities, effective oral and written communication skills, and time management skills. Must demonstrate ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team format PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in related area and/or certification in area of specialty preferred. ACLS preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy
RN Psych Full-time
Banner Health

Behavioral Health RN Central Intake and Assessment

Banner Health Scottsdale, AZ
Primary City/State: Scottsdale, Arizona Department Name: Work Shift: Night Job Category: Nursing *** 10,000 Sign On Incentive Available! *** Voted 4 years in a row by employees as Banner Health’s Best Place to Work and Best Place to Receive Care. Better Than Ever for Nurses. Nurses are the heartbeat of health care and we are committed to keeping our nurses’ hearts happy and healthy. This means investing in the holistic health and happiness of our nurses—through better pay, better benefits, better opportunities and a better community. Bring your passion for Behavioral Health to Banner Health! Banner Behavioral Health Hospital (BBHH) in Scottsdale, AZ was remodeled and expanded in 2017, providing new, state-of-the art units for our patients and staff! Banner Behavioral Health Hospital is a voluntary facility for adults and adolescents. We are dedicated to providing safe, confidential, and compassionate treatment with customized treatment plans to meet each patient's needs. As a BBHH Registered Nurse in Central Intake and Assessment , you will focus on assessing and placing patients from emergency rooms and walk-ins into Banner Health Hospitals, involving both direct and non-direct patient care-floating within intake only. You will gain experience in reviewing patient assessments and communicating with involved parties for patient admissions. Ideal candidate will have 2 years of Behavioral Health RN experience and/ or ED experience. This is a full time Night Shift position- 3, 12 hour shifts per week. Hours are 6PM-06:30AM, with rotating weekends and holidays. You will also have the opportunity utilize our self-scheduling tool. Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life. $10,000.00 Sign-on Incentive for RNs with a minimum of 12 months Behavioral Health RN experience If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and under the Job Type filter, select New Nurse Experience. POSITION SUMMARY This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy. 2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status. 3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided. 4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching. 5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner. 6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate. 7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations. 8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department. 9.Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice. Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an acute care setting. In a Home Health setting, team members must be able to operate personal vehicle and possess a valid driver's license. Auto insurance coverage is also required to be active and maintained. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital , BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment . An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working in any Banner Staffing (BSS) Behavioral Health role in Arizona must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy
RN Full-time
Banner Health

Registered Nurse RN Patient Navigator Ortho

Banner Health Sun City, AZ
Primary City/State: Sun City West, Arizona Department Name: Ortho Admin-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care Banner Health invests in our nurses by training them to confidently and safely deliver excellent patient care. Banner Health is committed to developing the careers of our team members. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. Great options and great opportunities. Join our team at Banner Del Webb Medical Center and be part of our amazing team of professionals. As a RN Navigator, you will be joining a team of bright individuals who pride themselves on maintaining a collaborative, positive team environment. You will work with orthopedic surgeons and with patients at both Banner Del Webb and Boswell. The incumbent in this position works with patients from the time they are scheduled through post-op consultation. You will educate and help guide patients through their journey in receiving orthopedic surgery with Banner Health. This is a full-time day shift position working 4'10s with flexible hours. If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and use keywords RN New Grad to search for openings. Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center excels in providing extraordinary health care to residents of the northwest Valley of metro Phoenix and is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. With 391 licensed beds, the hospital provides a wide range of services, including acute medical and surgical services as well as intensive care, emergency and urgent care, inpatient/outpatient surgery, cardiac catheterization, neurology, orthopedics, oncology, urology, pulmonary, obstetrics and gynecology, outpatient diagnostic services, and adult behavioral services. POSITION SUMMARY This position provides comprehensive care coordination, supporting a holistic and coordinated approach across the continuum of care. This position assists with informed decision-making; collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to allow for timely screening, diagnosis, treatment and increased supportive care throughout the patient experience. This position provides individual assistance to patients, families and caregivers to help identify and overcome barriers which may hinder quality medical and psychosocial patient care. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Assesses the patient’s plan of care and develops, implements, monitors and documents the utilization of resources and progress of the patient through their care, facilitating options and services to meet the patient’s health care needs. 2. Evaluates the medical necessity and appropriateness of care, optimizing patient outcomes. Serves as a liaison for referring physicians and assists with scheduling initial tests and consultations. 3. Assists the patient/family through diagnostic services, treatment and care. Coordinates disease care using an interdisciplinary holistic approach, making appropriate referrals and consultations in coordination with physicians and providers. 4. Ensures that the patient and family understand the diagnostic processes, care strategy and recommended actions, and are provided with appropriate information in coordination with physician and health care providers. Responds to patient requests for information regarding the disease process, expected side effects and community resources. 5. Evaluates patient’s functional abilities and limitations. Determines if intervention is needed. Establishes treatment goals that are functional, measurable, patient related and reflect key limiting factors. Establishes and implements a plan of care to achieve treatment goals. Collaborates with patient and family when setting goal; initiates discharge planning. Recommends additions to or modifications of referring orders. 6. Supports the patient and family during difficult decision-making periods. Assist in coordination of end of life care for patient and family and provides emotional support. 7. Supports process improvement activities for populations of patients to achieve the optimal clinical, financial, operational, and satisfaction outcomes. Participates in staff development to maintain current standards of practice and ensure the highest quality of care. 8. Establishes and promotes a collaborative relationship with physicians, payers, and other members of the health care team. Collects and communicates pertinent, timely information to payers and others to fulfill utilization and regulatory requirements. 9. This position works independently, with freedom to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures. This position confers with supervisor on any unusual situations. This position is facility-based with no budgetary responsibility. Internal customers include all levels of staff, including physicians. External customers include patients, families, employees of other healthcare institutions, physician offices, referring physicians, community providers and agencies, payers, provider networks, and regulatory agencies. This position requires making decisions related to patient care coordination throughout various facilities and with various specialty practices. Decision making required for treatment and standardization of care of patients. This position requires complex problem solving related to plan of care for evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning for patients. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must possess knowledge as normally obtained through the completion of a Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field. Requires a current RN license in the state of practice. BLS certification required. Requires a proficiency level typically achieved with 5 years clinical experience. Requires excellent organizational skills and clinical knowledge regarding specialty care services, as well as care coordination of services, legal and financial aspects of diagnostic services and health services in specialty area. Requires effective communication and writing skills, good time management skills and knowledge of word processing and database software applications. Requires the ability to teach both clinical and non-clinical personnel regarding care and diagnostics services. Also requires a good understanding of process improvement. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Current certification in specialty area preferred. Prior Case Management experience preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy
CMA Oncology Full-time
Banner Health

Medical Assistant Oncology

Banner Health Gilbert, AZ
Primary City/State: Gilbert, Arizona Department Name: Support Services-Gilbert Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care Find your path in health care. We want to change the lives of those in our care – and the people who choose to take on this challenge. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as, implementing and evaluating direct patient care. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide an excellent patient experience. The below is a view of daily medical assistant responsibilities. Vital patients, EKGs, medication prior authorizations, maintain exam rooms, record request, heart monitor placement, and chart prep for appointments. This is a full-time position, scheduled Monday through Friday day shift hours Location: Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center 2946 E Gateway Dr. Gilbert AZ Experience innovative technology and exceptional opportunities for growth and development at Banner Health's state-of-the-art hospital Banner Gateway Medical Center. With comprehensive electronic medical records, physician order entry, digital radiography and proprietary advanced patient monitoring, Banner Gateway provides you with the innovative resources you need to provide your patients with the best care possible. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Located near Phoenix in Gilbert, Ariz., Banner Gateway Medical Center offers 286 private rooms, 13 operating suites, a 46-bed emergency department and shares a campus with the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Our WIS and NICU services support an average of 4,000 deliveries per year. Key specialties include oncology, obstetrics, bariatric surgery, emergency and other services that focus on meeting the changing needs of the dynamic and growing community we serve. Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center Located in Gilbert, Ariz. (the Phoenix Metro area) on the Banner Gateway Campus, the center provides world-class care for oncology patients - both inpatient and outpatient - and has also brought leading oncology programs to the Banner Gateway campus including designation as a Stem Cell Transplant Center of Excellence and comprehensive Head & Neck cancer care. Our capabilities include five linear accelerator vaults, a brachytherapy vault, an advanced diagnostic imaging suite with PET/CT scan, more than 70 infusion bays, a cryopreservation lab and much more. Our inpatient medical oncology unit also incorporates a program that utilizes the electronic surveillance partnership in caring for the patient, where remote nurses have the ability to interact with patients via two-way audio-video to assist the bedside nurse with patient care. POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as, implementing and evaluating direct patient care. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and skills to provide an excellent patient experience. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint; documents pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician. 2. Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures which could include taking patients’ blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG’s. Acts as chaperon as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed. Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process. 3. Coordinates and manages patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary medical treatments and tests. Responsible for communicating test results to patient. Acts as a resource to clinician in order to provide optimal patient care. May administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed. 4. Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation to include but not limited to complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit. Provides complete and accurate information necessary for billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion. 5. Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms and storage areas. Disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following sterilization procedures. Follows manufacturer's recommendations and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances. Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs. 6. Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient care areas. Medication ordering and tasks related to all medications (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls). 7. Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation and the team concept in all contacts. 8. This position will complete all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed. 9. This position works under the direct supervision of the providers. This position interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Also interacts with physician’s offices in order to report, ask for or clarify information. Prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the response of the patient and family to changes in health status. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of an approved medical assistant training program as defined by state regulations. Active Medical Assistant Certification is required. Certification or additional training must meet the requirements for Meaningful use. BLS certification required. Active Medical Assistant certification such as: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) with proof of current membership from American Medical Technologists (AMT) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with proof of current membership from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) with proof of current membership from National Health Career Association (NHA) (Test administered after 7/1/2017 only) or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) with proof of current membership from National Certified Competency Testing (NCCT). Requires strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software. Requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Requires the ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an effective and organized fashion. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with office medical procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR and scheduling software preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy
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