Overview The Emergency Nurse is responsible for high quality individualized patient care in the Emergency Department requiring a broad range of knowledge and expertise in the treatment of patients experiencing medical emergencies ranging from low acuity (earaches) to full blown resuscitative encounters (acute stroke, cardiac arrest). Practices within the scope of RN licensure as defined by California Board of Registered Nursing, the Nurse Practice Act and Emergency Nurses Association standards of practice. Advocates for and participates in high quality patient care and patient experience. Responsibilities Ability to perform critical care nursing role in emergency resuscitative efforts. Knows well and implements ACLS and PALS Algorhythms effectively and understands appropriate dosages, routes, expected responses as well as side effects and toxicity indicators. Primary member of Code Blue, Rapid Response and Code Stroke teams. Performs accurate nursing assessments on all patients to include accurate triage with appropriate level assignment, home medication interrogation, psychiatric history, drug history and domestic safety. Performs targeted clinical assessment including vital signs and discharge assessment in the Electronic Health Record. Mandated reporter. Accurately and safely administers medications utilizing medication administration scanning protocols for the Electronic Health Record. Assesses and documents patient response to medication according to organizational policy. Administers vasoactive intravenous infusions. Models professional behaviors consistent with Service Excellence standards: AIDET, white boards, hourly rounding, patient call backs. Adheres to organizational dress code policy and Code of Conduct. Performs the following procedures: Foley catheter insertion; nasogastric tube insertion; peripheral intravenous line insertion; feeding tube insertion; management of central lines, chest tubes, endotracheal tubes and respiratory ventilators. Performs Phlebotomy as needed to include proper asceptic technique, blood tube order of draw and protocol for blood culture sampling. Recognizes abnormal lab values, reports to MD and implements orders to correct abnormalities. Adheres to and demonstrates personal accountability in implementing and maintaining the most current clinical and service standards. Maintains mandated professional certifications and annual educational requirements. Consistently meets all attendance and tardiness standards. Adheres to all established break and meal period protocols. Plans PTO as indicated and per departmental policy. Is accountable to knowledge of posted schedule and makes changes to schedule per department policy. Participates in quality protocols: sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction and assists in data collection and chart review as assigned. Actively participates in performance improvement activities to mitigate identified issues. Attends departmental staff meetings and Administrative forums. Qualifications Education: Graduate of accredited RN program. BSN preferredExperience: Minimum of one year emergency room experience in acute care facilityLicenses & Certifications: California Registered Nurse, BLS, ACLS, PALS, CEN preferredRequired Skills & Knowledge: Proficiency in advanced resuscitative measures for patients experiencing acute stroke, cardiac arrest, severe sepsis and other emergency presentations. Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges & side effects/toxicity used in emergency interventions. Ability to work accurately, quickly and under pressure while remaining highly professional. Compensation Actual compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. Minimum: USD $68.93 Maximum: USD $94.78
Overview Performs a variety of roles to assist in the care of patients in the operating room in accordance with established policies and protocols for surgical technologists. Strong ortopedic experence preferred. Responsibilities Contributes to a safe, effective environment for the surgical patient. Contributes to a culture of safety. Applies and enforces principles of aseptic technique. Checks all equipment to be used on sterile field and reports or corrects unsafe conditions prior to placing on the sterile field. Verifies exposure to sterilization process and integrity of sterile packaging. Demonstrates ability to operate sterilizers and all equipment used in operating room. Assists surgeon and first assistant by passing surgical instruments, supplies, and sponges. Assists as needed when no assistant is available. Initiates sponge, instrument, and sharp counts at the appropriate time. Maintains awareness of location of all countable items throughout the procedure in order to maintain a correct count. Assists with the adequate preparation of the operating room for surgery. Communicates with circulating nurse concerning proper preparation and disposition of specimens. Aides nurses with duties related to the care of the patient while in the operating room. Organizes and inspects surgical instrumentation. Checks for cleanliness, damage, and function. Reports any damaged instruments to sterile processing for repair or replacement and replaces on the field as needed. Pulls disposable supplies for scheduled surgical cases according to the preference cards 3 business days in advance in order to ensure any missing supplies can be obtained in time for the case. Communicates missing supplies to surgical purchaser. Creates and updates surgeons preference cards as needed. Fills in for sterile processing staff when they are unavailable. Decontaminates & inspects instruments. Able to run the washer decontaminator, ultrasonic cleaner, sterilizers, and scope cleaning equipment according to policies and procedures. Participates in continuing education to improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies. Qualifications Education : Completion of Surgical Technician program required. Certification preferred. Experience : Minimum of 1 year related experience or equivalent. Licenses & Certifications : BLS; Surgical Technician Certification preferred. Required Skills & Knowledge : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, must have the ability to read and comprehend written instructions to interpret medical orders and medical records. Able to utilize deductive reasoning, common sense and critical thinking to problem solve and demonstrate the ability to make independent, appropriate judgments based upon evidence based practice. Compensation Actual compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. Minimum: USD $38.64 Maximum: USD $53.13
Overview The Specialty Clinics Medical Assistant works in coordination with Medical Providers and staff to provide high quality healthcare services to patients. Serves as initial contact for patient and visitors, greeting them in a courteous and professional manner. Performs diagnostic testing on patients based upon appointment type and need. Performs general practice management duties including scheduling and rescheduling of patients, answering and directing phone calls, collecting co-pays, and opening and sorting mail. Ensures all patients are accurately registered in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) ensuring accuracy of medical records and billing. Monitors patient flow, ensuring efficiency of clinic, and assisting where needed. Responsibilities Greets patients and assists them during the check-in and check-out process. Verifies all patient demographics and health insurance information to make sure it is up to date. Accepts and processes office co-pays and account payments. Works cooperatively with Medical Providers to provide exceptional patient care. Performs patient intake duties based upon appointment type including taking vital signs and measurements, updating patient medical history and medication information in the EHR, and retrieving test results or chart notes as requested. Performs in-house diagnostic testing including EKGs, PFTs, Urinalysis and other CLIA-waived tests as requested by the provider and prepare specimins for transport. Administers vaccines and therapeutic medications as directed by the provider. Effectively navigates and accurately utilizes the EHR system, updating patient charts with patient-provided information or from other sources, and completes documentation of patient visits. Performs treatments in the office under the direction of the medical provider such as ear lavage, wound care, and assists providers with more complex procedures. Follows sterilization best practices to eliminate contamination and spread of infection. Answers incoming phone calls and assists patients with scheduling appointments. Assists patients with medication refill requests, insurance authorizations and patient-to-provider messaging. Checks voicemail messages as needed. Maintains controlled substance logs, temperature logs, and emergency medications inventory. Checks medical equipment as needed and advises the Practice Manager of any equipment due for maintenance or calibration. Stocks and cleans exam rooms; manages, orders and stores supplies including medication samples. Routinely checks inventory levels and properly disposes of expired or outdated products. Actively participates in monthly staff meetings. Qualifications Education : High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have successfully completed a Medical Assistant Certification training course from an accredited school or university. Experience : A minimum of one year experience in a healthcare setting is preferred, but not required. Licenses & Certifications : Current BLS certificate. Required Skills & Knowledge : Excellent verbal and written communication skills; medical terminology and procedures; and strong interpersonal skills. Knowledge of basic office procedures and proficient in desktop computer skills. Strong organizational skills; ability to manage priorities and workflow while multi-tasking; maintain versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and from various backgrounds; understand and appropriately respond to diverse populations. Bilingual in Spanish preferred. Compensation Actual compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. Minimum: USD $26.51 Maximum: USD $34.47
Overview The Emergency Nurse is responsible for high quality individualized patient care in the Emergency Department requiring a broad range of knowledge and expertise in the treatment of patients experiencing medical emergencies ranging from low acuity (earaches) to full blown resuscitative encounters (acute stroke, cardiac arrest). Practices within the scope of RN licensure as defined by California Board of Registered Nursing, the Nurse Practice Act and Emergency Nurses Association standards of practice. Advocates for and participates in high quality patient care and patient experience. Responsibilities Ability to perform critical care nursing role in emergency resuscitative efforts. Knows well and implements ACLS and PALS Algorhythms effectively and understands appropriate dosages, routes, expected responses as well as side effects and toxicity indicators. Primary member of Code Blue, Rapid Response and Code Stroke teams. Performs accurate nursing assessments on all patients to include accurate triage with appropriate level assignment, home medication interrogation, psychiatric history, drug history and domestic safety. Performs targeted clinical assessment including vital signs and discharge assessment in the Electronic Health Record. Mandated reporter. Accurately and safely administers medications utilizing medication administration scanning protocols for the Electronic Health Record. Assesses and documents patient response to medication according to organizational policy. Administers vasoactive intravenous infusions. Models professional behaviors consistent with Service Excellence standards: AIDET, white boards, hourly rounding, patient call backs. Adheres to organizational dress code policy and Code of Conduct. Performs the following procedures: Foley catheter insertion; nasogastric tube insertion; peripheral intravenous line insertion; feeding tube insertion; management of central lines, chest tubes, endotracheal tubes and respiratory ventilators. Performs Phlebotomy as needed to include proper asceptic technique, blood tube order of draw and protocol for blood culture sampling. Recognizes abnormal lab values, reports to MD and implements orders to correct abnormalities. Adheres to and demonstrates personal accountability in implementing and maintaining the most current clinical and service standards. Maintains mandated professional certifications and annual educational requirements. Consistently meets all attendance and tardiness standards. Adheres to all established break and meal period protocols. Plans PTO as indicated and per departmental policy. Is accountable to knowledge of posted schedule and makes changes to schedule per department policy. Participates in quality protocols: sepsis, stroke, myocardial infarction and assists in data collection and chart review as assigned. Actively participates in performance improvement activities to mitigate identified issues. Attends departmental staff meetings and Administrative forums. Qualifications Education : Graduate of accredited RN program. BSN preferred Experience : Minimum of one year emergency room experience in acute care facility Licenses & Certifications : California Registered Nurse, BLS, ACLS, PALS, CEN preferred Required Skills & Knowledge : Proficiency in advanced resuscitative measures for patients experiencing acute stroke, cardiac arrest, severe sepsis and other emergency presentations. Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges & side effects/toxicity used in emergency interventions. Ability to work accurately, quickly and under pressure while remaining highly professional. Compensation Actual compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. Minimum: USD $59.94 Maximum: USD $82.42
Overview Under the direction of the Supervising Physician provides primary care in the physician clinic. Duties include providing general and preventative care, educating patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments. Serves as a clinical resource to medical assistants, reviews and revises clinical policies and procedures per policy. Responsibilities Provides primary care in the physician clinic. Duties include providing general and preventative care, conducts check-ups, treat illnesses, order lab tests and diagnostic imaging, and prescribes medicine for children and adults. Educates patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments Communicates and works with medical staff to ensure coordinated efforts for the provision of high quality medical treatment. Ensures documentation in patient's medical record is completed in a timely manner. Serves a clinical resource for medical assistants, provides in services as needed. Participates in quality improvement and utilization review activities. Assists manager with policy and procedure review and revision. Active Participant in monthly staff meetings. Qualifications Education : Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant Program; OR, Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner Program. Experience : 3-5 years experience in Primary Care preferred Licenses & Certifications : Licensed Physician Assistant, Active DEA license; OR, Certified Nurse Practitioner, California Board of Registered Nursing, Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License, California Board of Registered Nursing. National Provider Identifier and Current BLS required. Required Skills & Knowledge : Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Demonstrates competence in reacting to and handling emergencies. Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to manage priorities and workflow. Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing environment. Acute attention to detail. Must be able to work autonomously. Strong interpersonal skills, Bilingual a plus. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Compensation Actual compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. Minimum: USD $76.50 Maximum: USD $110.45
