Clinical Assistant (LPN or MA) Main Clinic – FTD

Position Summary

This position is responsible for assisting clinical team members by performing a variety of duties for patients within the scope of practice of an LPN or Medical Assistant using the patient-focused care system and under the direction/supervision of an RN or physician.

Primary Duties

Patient Care:

Actively participates directly with patient care and ensures a safe and comforting environment.
Responds to patient needs in a timely manner.
Transports patients as needed.
Welcomes patients and ensures the admission paperwork is available; actively participates in the admission process.
Performs/Assists with positioning patients and transferring patients from bed to chair or wheelchair or stretcher.
Performs/Assists with range of motion exercises and ambulating.
Reports abnormal conditions to the RN or physician in a timely manner.
Identifies the organization of the human body, including its systems, structure and functions.
Demonstrates general principles of cleanliness (asepsis).
Applies the principle of basic nutrition to patient care.
Provides basic emergency care.
Coordinates the booking and scheduling of patients for procedures/appointments
Serves as liaison with physician/facility, patient and families regarding patient care.
Performs other duties as directed by supervisor, based on demonstrated competency.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains universal precautions.

Clinic patient work up

Actively solicits information from patient’s doctor’s office staff, and insurance pre-certification information
Explains procedures and answers questions regarding patient care and scheduled procedures.
Identifies, reports and records changes that result from disease or trauma to patient’s respiratory, cardiovascular, neurologic, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, reproductive, musculoskeletal, metabolic, psychological, integumentary, sensory, immune, hematologic and nutritional systems.
Able to apply simple dressings and assist RN/MD with more complex dressings.
Accurate and complete medication reconciliation.
Completely update the patient’s medical record at each visit including allergies, hospitalizations, and surgeries in the electronic medical record system with timeliness and accuracy.
Documents Flu and Pneumonia immunizations.
Performs 12 lead EKG
Obtains weight and basic patient information.
Performs phlebotomy and blood glucose monitoring.
Travels to outreach satellite clinics.
Performs clerical duties as needed.

Qualifications/Specifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse program or Medical Assistant program required.
Licensure/ Certification: If LPN – Current state licensure as a Practical Nurse or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required. Current BLS at time of employment.
Experience: None required. Minimum of 6 months’ continuous LPN or Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Licensed Practical Nurse – Vein & Vascular & CHF(FTD)

Position Summary

This position is responsible for assisting clinical team members by performing a variety of duties for patients within the scope of practice of an LPN using the patient-focused care system and under the direction/supervision of an RN or physician.

Work Schedule

Flexible schedules to cover all shifts and weekends, as facility needs demand.

Primary Duties

Patient Care:

Actively participates directly with patient care and ensures a safe and comforting environment.
Responds to patient needs in a timely manner.
Transports patients as needed.
Welcomes patients and ensures the admission paperwork is available; actively participates in the admission process.
Performs/Assists with positioning patients and transferring patients from bed to chair or wheelchair or stretcher.
Performs/Assists with range of motion exercises and ambulating.
Reports abnormal conditions to the RN or physician in a timely manner.
Identifies the organization of the human body, including its systems, structure and functions.
Demonstrates general principles of cleanliness (asepsis).
Applies the principle of basic nutrition to patient care.
Provides basic emergency care.
Coordinates the booking and scheduling of patients for procedures/appointments
Serves as liaison with physician/facility, patient and families regarding patient care.
Performs other duties as directed by supervisor, based on demonstrated competency.
Maintains patient confidentiality.

Qualifications/Specifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse program required.
Licensure/ Certification: Current state licensure as a Practical Nurse or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required. Current BLS within 30 days of employment. ACLS required prior to participating in walk stress testing.
Experience: None required. Minimum of 6 months’ continuous LPN experience preferred.

Device Clinic Specialist – FT

Position Summary

Responsible for performing moderate to complex clinical procedures (i.e., interrogation, interpretation, programming) specific to cardiac pacemaker and AICD devices, ambulatory (Holter) cardiac monitoring and all related EKG services. Responsible for the initial analysis and preliminary report generation and advising physicians or nurses of significant abnormalities. Additional responsibilities include the set up and application of certain devices to the patient and the transmission of the recorded information to the data base or analysis system.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm, but with flexibility to cover all hours based on clinic/patient needs.

Primary Duties

Coordinates daily functions of device clinic, including regional locations, with other team members.
Performs device checks on patients and reprograms devices, as needed.
Educates patients and provides follow-up reminders on device checks according to established protocols.
Collaborates with physician and or Mid-level providers regarding the device status as it affects the total treatment plan.
Maintains necessary records and documentation on patients’ medical records.
Assists with maintaining device data base.
Performs device clinic duties, utilizing specific knowledge in applying event monitors /MCOT/ holter monitors.
Completes appropriate paperwork to order event/holter/MCOT monitors.
Ensures unit and patient rooms are stocked appropriately with equipment.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of monitoring options for physicians and staff to make informed decisions regarding t monitor type.
Maintains complete and accurate logs of all patients being monitored.
Compose reports and task to physicians or mid-level provider for review in EMR.
Submits charges for billing.
Schedules appointments for device patients and corresponds with patients regarding any missed appointments or other matters.
Demonstrates positive and competent customer service through effective patient education and care.
Documents all patient contact in EMR.
Ensures patient confidentiality.
Complete special projects as assigned.
Performs other assigned duties as directed by supervisor based on demonstrated competency.

Qualifications/Specifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing or science field preferred. Intent to sit for Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) test within 4 years of beginning employment as Device Specialist preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Current BLS and ACLS certification. Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) preferred. Certification is required to be updated at the certification recommended renewal date.
Experience: Knowledge of EKG principles, methods and tests. Knowledge of the use of EKG equipment, Holter and other department equipment preferred. Ability to assign appropriate charge to patient. Minimum of two years’ experience with analysis and reprogramming of pacemaker and AICD patients preferred (Boston Scientific, Medtronic, St. Jude Medical and Biotronik). Experience reviewing and managing remote device follow-up (Carelink, Merlin and Boston Scientific) preferred.

Wound Care Registered Nurse – Progressive Critical Care Unit (FT)

Position Summary

Responsible for the planning and coordination of wound care for AHH’s hospitalized patients. Manages day-to-day patient care processes including but not limited to: working with management and nursing staff to ensure the hospital is maintaining safe clinical practice; meeting TJC and CMS guidelines; coordinating with case management and appropriate outside agencies; collaborating with other departments as appropriate. Accurately manages expenses while providing high quality care.

Work Schedule

Forty hours per week, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend hours when necessary. Hours and days will vary to accommodate the needs of the department and hospital.

Primary Duties

Provides leadership in the formulation of objectives, goals and policies for the wound care in the hospital.
Performs patient assessment in response to Wound Care consult, and as high-risk patients are identified during daily surveillance, collaborates on multi-disciplinary team to facilitate evidence-based wound care management.
In coordination with clinical services management, identifies the educational needs of all staff relative to advances in wound care treatments as well as changes in TJC and CMS requirements and ensures staff is trained accordingly.
Assumes responsibility for appropriate resources, including but not limited to, specialty wound care supplies and equipment as required.
Communicates post-discharge care needs to the multi-disciplinary team, such as Case Managers, Nurse, Providers, to effect for a safe and effective transition of care.
Serves as a role model in appearance and patient care focus.
Utilizes effective leadership communication techniques with physicians, staff, outside vendors, patients and ancillary departments.
Adheres to mission, vision and values of the hospital and follows objectives set by AHH administration.

Qualifications/Specifications

Education: Completion of accredited RN program. BSN preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse
Experience: Minimum one year wound care experience preferred.

Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular Operating Room (FT) AHH

Position Summary

This professional staff person is responsible for performing assessments, developing a plan of care and implementing and evaluating the care. The RN-Critical administers medications and treatments as ordered by physicians and in keeping with the current clinical nursing practice. Also responsible for directing, monitoring and evaluating the care delegated to non-licensed personnel. The RN-Critical leads the interdisciplinary care team for patients with primarily cardiovascular disease. In addition, the RN-Critical performs a range of technical services in a cross-functional mode to comprehensively serve patient needs. Assumes (under the direction of the Laboratory) responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement and equipment maintenance.

Primary Duties

Patient Care:

Provides competent direct care and ensures the provision of a safe and comforting environment resulting in a high level of patient satisfaction.
Provides education to patients/families/significant others, incorporating population-specific criteria and assessment of readiness to learn.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains standard precautions.
Maintains all necessary documentation.
Facilitates discharge plan in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to use necessary patient care equipment.
Coordinates response of the interdisciplinary team to emergency situations.
Performs Point-of-Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point-of-Care quality control standards.

Qualifications/Specifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse with current state licensure or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required. BLS certification required prior to providing direct patient care. Successful completion of ACLS certification is required for any Registered Nurse by completion of clinical orientation. Certifications will be renewed by recommended renewal date on the certification documentation.

Pharmacist – (FTD & FTN) {will accept New Grad Pharmacist}

Position Summary:

Responsible for assisting with planning, organizing, directing, executing and evaluating all aspects of the pharmacy services for the hospital. Interprets and processes physicians orders, verifies drug information, focuses on continuous quality improvement activities, participates in discharge planning and performs non-distributive services, such as drug-level monitoring, that are established by policy. In the absence of the Director of Pharmacy, supervises pharmacy personnel to ensure an efficient workflow in a positive work environment.

Work Schedule:

Flexible schedule to cover all shifts and weekend activities with on-call participation.

Primary Duties:

Exercises appropriate clinical judgment in reviewing and evaluating patients drug therapy. Collaborates with medical and nursing staff to provide quality patient care.
Reviews, compounds and accurately dispenses pharmaceuticals and IV admixtures from a direct copy of the physicians original medication order.
Prepares, maintains, updates and monitors each patients medication profile as required. Charges and credits medication to patients.
Checks the work of supportive personnel and other pharmacy personnel for accuracy, proper labeling and adherence to pharmacy policy and procedure.
Dispenses and maintains appropriate records for all controlled substance medications and other medications in conformance with federal and state laws.
Oversees medication supplies, storage and utilization on assigned nursing units.
Assists in teaching, training and supervising pharmacy interns and technicians.
Addresses and resolves problems in a professional and ethical manner.
Assists the medical and nursing staff on all problems pertaining to medication orders or pharmacy policy and procedures. Promotes a positive and cooperative attitude in dealing with nurses, medical and other personnel and with the public.
Maintains professional knowledge by attending continuing education programs, by reading professional and technical journals and by participating in pharmacy-conducted in-service lectures.
Maintains a neat, clean and orderly department.

Qualification/Specifications:

Education: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required, Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred.
Licensure/ Certification: Current pharmacists license issued by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy required.
Experience: None required. Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

PBX Operator – Russellville Clinic (FTD)

This position is responsible for all switchboard functions of receiving incoming calls, paging and placement of outgoing calls. This position requires exceptional customer service skills in addition to proficiency in PBX functions. Registration job functions are required. Employee must have the ability to work with minimum supervision.

Primary Duties

Always receives calls promptly and courteously and forwards appropriately.
Always displays a courteous and professional tone when paging.
Other assigned duties as directed by supervisor based on demonstrated competency.

Team Lead Duties (if assigned)

Ensures training and mentoring of new PBX operators occurs within the team and monitors for additional training if needed
Communicates all changes to staff in writing
Ensures that PBX operators follow the appropriate protocol when taking calls. Ensures the tasks are appropriately assigned and if additional training is needed with facilitate.
Ensures proper coverage exists at all times to ensure no delays in answering incoming calls
Ability to write clearly and concisely, handle necessary scheduling issues and coordinate between staff and clinical team
Monitor and approves time off request for staff members and communicates with management daily to ensure proper coverage is maintained

Qualifications: Specifications:

Education: High School graduate or equivalent required.
Licensure/Certification: None required.
Experience: Minimum of 3 months experience, healthcare setting preferred.

Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) AHH- Cath Lab – (FT – 4 /10’s or 3/12’s

Position Summary:

Responsible for assisting all diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular radiological procedures in a timely manner. Performs procedures according to physicians orders in the patients chart or per prescription on outpatients. As a member of the care team, the CVT is responsible for working collaboratively with other members to assure the safe and accurate delivery of patient care. In addition, the CVT must be able and willing to cross-train into other appropriate modalities. Through following hospital policy/procedure is responsible for quality control, quality improvement and equipment maintenance.

Primary Duties:

Performs Cardiovascular Technologist procedures in a timely manner; documents required information and communicates to primary physician and direct care staff pertinent information.
Coordinates and assists the care of patients assigned in collaboration with physicians, nurses and allied health staff.
Evaluates patient condition to adequately perform procedure.
Informs and explains procedure to be performed to patient and what is expected in terms of his/her cooperation.
Provides comprehensive direct patient care and assures a safe and comforting environment.
Consults with other staff as necessary to meet the needs of the patient and family.
Ensures the necessary clinical equipment and supplies are available and are safely utilized.
Possesses the knowledge of growth and development of patients across the life span (i.e., neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric).
Performs Point of Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point of Care quality control standards.
Staff/Unit Responsibilities:
Maintains current license and registration.
Uses resources in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Participates in peer review.
Participates in developing other staff and affiliating students.
Maintains and develops own professional competencies.
Maintains and promotes a team spirit through active cooperation and collaboration.
Assists in interdepartmental service coordination.
Actively participates in the Performance Improvement and Utilization Review programs.
Assumes a role in the maintenance of the patient-focused care delivery system.
Assists in the coordination of unit operations.
Assists in all aspects of care if the environment, such as dietary, housekeeping, infection control, and supply and equipment management.
Attends 80% of in-services and departmental meetings.
Helps provide staff to other areas of the hospital when needed.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Continuing education in specialty area preferred.
Licensure/ Certification: Current Arkansas Department of Health Radiologic Technologist license and current American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) certification required. Registered Cardiovascular Technologist (RCVT) certification preferred. BLS and ACLS certification required prior to completion of orientation. Certification is to be renewed by recommended renewal date on certification card.
Experience: Minimum of one year of experience as a CVT preferred. Cath Lab experience strongly preferred.

Director of Accounting

This professional accounting management position is responsible for maintaining a high standard accounting function including general accounting, accounts payable, payroll, cost accounting and decision support. The Director of Accounting (Controller) supervises the employees in the Accounting Department, assists the VP of Finance with the analytical projects as requested. The Director works with external auditors and consultants. This management position is responsible for preparing and analyzing clinic statistical reports, budgets and financial reports. As the Director, this position works actively with other Team Leaders/Directors in communicating and coordinating accounting functions which affect all departments. The Director performs a wide range of financial, operational and management tasks.

Work Schedule

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Hours and days may vary to meet accounting work deadlines.

Primary Duties

Develops and monitors compliance with accounting/finance policies and procedures.
Reviews and presents monthly financial reports.
Maintains all accounting, financial, and general business records in a secure, confidential manner in compliance with GAAP, governing laws, and rules from regulatory agencies.
Maintains the cost accounting computer system.
Prepares financial analyses as requested by management.
Develops internal control procedures and monitors for compliance.
Works with external auditors and consultants in a professional, cooperative manner.
Assists the Chief Financial Officer with the annual budget and other financial management/analytical duties.
Assists in preparation of the annual Medicare cost report and other functions as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervises, directs and plans the operation of the Accounting Department.
Operates the Accounting Department within budget.
Responds to issues of harassment and discrimination per company policy.
Completes employee evaluation(s) in a timely manner per company policy.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: Bachelor degree in Accounting or related field required (equivalent experience may be considered).
Licensure/Certification: CPA license with an active permit to practice required.
Experience: Minimum of five years healthcare financial management experience preferred.

Senior Accountant – FT

Position Summary:

This senior-level professional accounting position is responsible for a variety of tasks that may include the following: administrative banking; coordinating with regulatory agencies and auditors; maintaining the general ledger, subsidiary ledgers and journals; closing the general ledger monthly; and assisting in the preparation of monthly financial and statistical reports. Coordinates with accounting software vendors to set up and maintain accounting systems. Reconciles patient accounting data with the hospital and clinic business offices. Reconciles and analyzes the clinic physician practice management system data and prepares journal entries, statistical reports and physician compensation calculations. Works closely with managers and directors on accounting, budget and other financial issues. Performs a range of technical duties related to accounting and financial operations, including various analytical assignments related to contracts, patient activity, profitability, budget-to-actual and many other factors. Perform business analysis and project management functions.

Trains and mentors other Accounting staff.

Work Schedule

Forty hours per week, Monday through Friday. From time-to-time the number of hours per week may vary to meet accounting and project deadlines

Primary Duties

Ledgers, Journals and Other Accounting Records:

Maintains the general ledger, journal entries, subsidiary ledgers and reconciliations in a timely, thorough manner as directed by procedures and the Controller.
Coordinates with the Controller to close the books monthly in an accurate, thorough and timely manner.
Maintains all ledgers, journals and other accounting records according to GAAP, all governing laws and in compliance with policies and procedures.
Maintains fixed asset ledgers and documentation to support all entries in a complete and timely manner.
Files all ledgers, journals and supporting documentation in a complete, timely and confidential manner.

Financial / Statistical Reporting:

Prepares monthly and as-needed financial and statistics reports in a timely, accurate and complete manner.
Prepares financial analyses as directed by the CFO and Controller.
Coordinates with the Controller to prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with policies and procedures.
Leads Accounting staff to prepare cost reports, budgets, etc.
Files all financial and statistics reports and documentation in a confidential, thorough manner.

Clinic Accounting Physician Practice Management System:

Processes month-end reports in the physician practice management system.
Prepares a detailed accounting and analysis of revenue, contractual adjustments, bad debt reserve, cash posting and physician compensation from the physician practice management system.
Calculates physician compensation based on contractual agreements and prepares monthly and quarterly reports for physicians on productivity.

Other Accounting Duties:

Coordinates with bank(s) to ensure timely and accurate processing of wires, ACHs, etc.
Works closely with regulatory agencies regarding compliance and any special projects/reporting.
Coordinates with accounting software vendors to set up and maintain accounting systems.
Leads special projects (i.e., preparation/filing of 1099s, Medicare cost reports, annual tax returns, property evaluation) as necessary and required.
Works with outside auditors and accountants in a professional, cooperative manner.
Assists Accounting staff with the physical inventory count and valuation.
Assists Accounting staff as necessary to effect timely processing of accounts payable and payroll.

Performs Other Duties as Assigned.

Qualifications/Specifications

Education: Bachelor of Science in accounting or related field or equivalent, professional-level experience.
Licensure/Certification: CPA or eligible is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of three years experience as an accountant or financial analyst; healthcare industry preferred.