Jobs in Ball La Rapides Parish, LA

Summary:

This Job is responsible for preparing and passing instruments and equipment for assigned surgical procedures In accordance with hospital and department standards and is responsible for carrying out identified patient care needs delegated by an RN, Physician or Director/Manager/Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and suture to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
• Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
• Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
• Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
• Cooperates in team planning and execution.
• Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practices at all times.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
• Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
• Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required

Work Schedule:

TBD

Work Type:

Full Time

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Summary:

This Job is responsible for preparing and passing instruments and equipment for assigned surgical procedures In accordance with hospital and department standards and is responsible for carrying out identified patient care needs delegated by an RN, Physician or Director/Manager/Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and suture to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
• Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
• Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
• Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
• Cooperates in team planning and execution.
• Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practices at all times.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
• Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
• Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required

Work Schedule:

7AM - 5PM

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant will perform various services and related activities in support of patient care including accurate data entry for patient registration and insurance verification. The Certified Medical Assistant demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and communicates effectively with all patients;
families;
licensedpersonnel;
insurance companies andthird-party payers. Demonstrates a professional and caring manner.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Assisting the physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants in giving superior medical care.
• Accurate Data Entry of charges on patient accounts, registering patients, and updating patient accounts.
• Insurance Verification and recording of Statistics.
• Assist with scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, keeping providers informed of changes, and informing patients of their benefits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred.

Experience

• 1 year of medical office experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is required.
• BLS required.

Work Schedule:

8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday

Work Type:

Full Time

Description Summary: Under the supervision of the School Based Health Centers Director, the Nurse Practitioner has the responsibility and accountability for providing primary care to clinic patients as allowed under the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act.

Practice will remain within the scope delineated by education/training.

The NP provides care and treatment, including routine care to adolescents and children, in accordance with health center policies and protocols.

The NP is responsible for participating in development, execution of and periodic review of the written policies governing the services which the health center provides.

The NP, in conjunction with the Medical Director, participates in the periodic review of the patient's health records under his/her care.

The NP arranges for or refers patients to needed services that cannot be provided at the health center.

The NP assures that adequate patient health records are maintained and transferred as required when patients are referred to other providers.

Responsibilities: Provides primary health care in school setting.

Elicits pertinent medical and psycho-social history including patient profile, chief complaint, and history of present illness, past medical history, social history and review of body systems.

Performs a physical examination as pertinent, modifying the examination for the nature of the complaint or problem, age/sex of patient and physical / mental condition of the student.

Orders and /or perform laboratory, x-ray and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, age, race, sex and physical condition of student.

Documents in the medical record according to policy and procedure.

Allows for privacy and modesty in the provision of care.

Completes medical evaluation forms including sports physicals and medical home physicals on qualifying students.

Differentiates between normal and abnormal (including variations of normal) information obtained from history, physical and screening examination of the adolescents and pediatric patients.

Develops preliminary interpretation of diagnostic test and other data results, (history, physical, laboratory, and x-ray studies) with impression as to severity, etiology and immediacy of patient's problem.

Develops plan of care for students with follow up and referrals as needed.

Applies established therapeutic practices to patient's problem within the scope of practice demonstrating sound clinical judgement in decision-making.

Administers / prescribes medications as needed.

Initiates appropriate management for emergency situations until EMS is available.

Provides education/training of patient/family member.

Develops a health management plan considering patient's problem, age, sex, race and condition and involve patient's family as appropriate.

Identifies and documents patient/family educational needs upon initial assessment.

Identifies barriers to learning.

Provides teaching based on identified needs.

(cultural, ethnic factors, functional) Evaluates the effectiveness of instruction provided.

Advocates on behalf of students concerning physical health issues between parent, physician, and community.

Demonstrates knowledge of NP specific policies and procedures and the ability to safely and competently perform quality patient care.

Maintains continuing education as need for licensure.

Attends hospital-wide and school-based health in-services to maintain and increase knowledge of related issues.

Demonstrates knowledge of policies, manuals, and chain of communications.

Obtains necessary training prior to initial procedure/equipment use.

Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use, adhering to operating guidelines and differentiates between patient complications and equipment malfunction.

Provides supervision for RN in Center.

Conducts chart review of RNs maintaining scheduling and forms.

Conducts annual department competencies checklist with RN.

Orientates RN to new skills.

Provides care in the health center when RN is absent.

Available to RN by telephone for consultation when not on site.

Requirements: Master of Science in Nursing Minimum one year of experience preferred APRN License in state of employment RN License in state of employment or compact BLS Work Schedule: 5 Days
- 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time

Cardiology NP/PA – CHRISTUS Health, Alexandria, Louisiana

Robust Multispecialty Network: Over 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 41 specialties in 82 clinic locations throughout Northeast Texas.

Physician-Led Organization: Clinicians have a seat at the table through our Physician Board of Directors.

AI-Enabled Documentation Support: We use an AI-powered clinical documentation solution that saves time and lets you focus on patients, not paperwork.

• Compensation and Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Comprehensive malpractice coverage including tail
  • Generous PTO and CME allowance

Alexandria, Louisiana, offers a blend of small-town charm, hospitality, and rich local culture with an affordable cost of living. Nature lovers will appreciate the area's natural beauty and outdoor opportunities. Alexandria is close to Kisatchie National Forest, perfect for hiking, fishing, and camping. The scenic Red River provides boating opportunities and peaceful river views, that offer year-round access to parks and wildlife areas.

Culture is deeply rooted in Alexandria through its cuisine and community traditions. Cajun and Creole dishes are staples in local restaurants and festivals such as Alex River Fête celebrate the area's food, music, and strong sense of community.

For families and learners of all ages, Alexandria provides a range of educational and cultural resources. Louisiana Christian University is nearby, and family-friendly attractions such as the Alexandria Zoo and the T.R.E.E. House Children's Museum offer fun and educational experiences. The Alexandria Museum of Art and the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center further enrich the community's cultural life.

Alexandria's central location within Louisiana makes it a convenient base for travel. It's situated roughly equidistant from Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Shreveport, which makes weekend getaways or business trips easier.

CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprising almost 350 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 175 clinics and outpatient centers and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS Health serves the need of underserved communities in seven (7) U.S., states, Chile, Colombia and six states in Mexico. Our vision is to Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ . A national leader in patient satisfaction, advanced technology and quality initiatives, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating healthy lives for people and communities.

Requirements:

Must be licensed in the state of Louisiana or be eligible to be licensed

Work Type:

Full Time

Recruiter:

Richelle Howell

Summary:

All pharmacists fill orders for drugs, monitor patient drug therapies and provide drug information. Pharmacists provide pharmacy services with compassion, excellence, and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Operational Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and dispenses drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Interprets drug orders (verbal and written) and transcribes/verifies into computerized patient medication record accurately. Maintains, accurate, complete patient drug record.
• Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including non-sterile and sterile products, chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition products accurately.
• Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law and institutional policies.
• Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.
• Maintains current pharmacist license. Ensures applicable CE records and licensure are maintained in department files. Attends staff meetings.
• Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements.
• Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel. Verifies the daily activities of pharmacy technicians
• Ambulatory care Pharmacist: Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services utilizing approved protocols and/or collaborative agreement with other providers, including managing patient drug therapy, anticoagulation management, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Performs duties in the clinical areas assigned such as but not limited to anticoagulation clinics, intensive medical home, transition of care, Discharge Medication reconciliation, etc.

Clinical Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and dose.
• Assists with pharmacokinetics consult service and renal drug dosing per hospital protocol.
• Reads, extracts, and interprets information in patient medical records accurately.
• Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Sustains the hospital drug formulary, minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.
• Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners as appropriate.
• Provides accurate, adequate, and timely drug information to the hospital's professional staff.
• Provides drug education to patients and their families per institutional protocol.
• Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data, conducts monitors and inspections, and maintains logs, records and other documentation as assigned.
• Conducts designated interventions as defined in department Clinical Intervention activities (IV to PO, Renal Dosing, Pharmacokinetic dosing support, Anticoagulation). Baseline departmental standards for reporting interventions for clinical productivity as defined by departmental goals.
• Participates in antibiotic stewardship, opioid stewardship, and shortage management activities as assigned.
• Attends interdisciplinary rounds when assigned.
• Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.

Occupational Hazards

• Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapeutic, cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions), sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.
• Risk 0 exposure category.
• Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.
• Potential exposure to biologic material when participating in direct patient care activities (e.G., patient education, code attendance).

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy degree required

Experience

• Hospital experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Pharmacy state licensure required within 60 days of start date
• BLS or ACLS is required
• PALS (for pediatric practice) is required

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time

DescriptionSummary:All pharmacists fill orders for drugs, monitor patient drug therapies and provide drug information.

Pharmacists provide pharmacy services with compassion, excellence, and efficiency.Responsibilities:~ Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Operational Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepares and dispenses drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.Interprets drug orders (verbal and written) and transcribes/verifies into computerized patient medication record accurately.

Maintains, accurate, complete patient drug record.Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including non-sterile and sterile products, chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition products accurately.Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law and institutional policies.Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.Maintains current pharmacist license.

Ensures applicable CE records and licensure are maintained in department files.

Attends staff meetings.Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements.Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel.

Verifies the daily activities of pharmacy techniciansAmbulatory care Pharmacist: Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services utilizing approved protocols and/or collaborative agreement with other providers, including managing patient drug therapy, anticoagulation management, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications.

Performs duties in the clinical areas assigned such as but not limited to anticoagulation clinics, intensive medical home, transition of care, Discharge Medication reconciliation, etc.Clinical Duties and ResponsibilitiesEnsures safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and dose.Assists with pharmacokinetics consult service and renal drug dosing per hospital protocol.Reads, extracts, and interprets information in patient medical records accurately.Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.Sustains the hospital drug formulary, minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners as appropriate.Provides accurate, adequate, and timely drug information to the hospital's professional staff.Provides drug education to patients and their families per institutional protocol.Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department.

Collects data, conducts monitors and inspections, and maintains logs, records and other documentation as assigned.Conducts designated interventions as defined in department Clinical Intervention activities (IV to PO, Renal Dosing, Pharmacokinetic dosing support, Anticoagulation).

Baseline departmental standards for reporting interventions for clinical productivity as defined by departmental goals.Participates in antibiotic stewardship, opioid stewardship, and shortage management activities as assigned.Attends interdisciplinary rounds when assigned.Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.Occupational HazardsPotential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapeutic, cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions), sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.Risk 0 exposure category.Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.Potential exposure to biologic material when participating in direct patient care activities (e.g., patient education, code attendance).Job Requirements:Education/Skills~ Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy degree requiredExperience~ Hospital experience preferredLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsPharmacy state licensure required within 60 days of start dateBLS or ACLS is requiredPALS (for pediatric practice) is requiredIn accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.Work Schedule:4 Days
- 10 HoursWork Type:Full Time

Description Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation.

Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans.

Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing.

Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.

Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.

Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.

Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.

Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.

Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Work Schedule: 7AM
- 7PM Work Type: Full Time

Summary:

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Include, but are not limited to:
  • Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
  • Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
  • Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
  • Ventilator management (i.E. setup and operation);
  • Oral hygiene;
  • Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
  • Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
  • Oxygen deliverydevices and therapeutic monitoring;
  • Chest film analysis;
  • Bloodgas collection and analysis;
  • EKG analysis;
  • Accurate and complete documentation;
  • Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
  • Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
• RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader
• Advanced practice skills may include:
  • Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
  • Pulmonary Function Testing;
  • Bronchoscopy assist;
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring;
  • Waveform analysis;
  • Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);
  • Polysomnography;
  • Transport duties.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• See licensure and/or certification requirements

Experience

• 1 - 3 years of experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RT or RCP License in state of employment required
• BLS required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Full Time

Summary:

This Job performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment, assisting in the development of new procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy and other patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related duties as requested or directed.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned about age or sex specific values.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med as needed.
• Must cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed.
• Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed.
• Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures.
• Utilizes the Laboratory Information System.
• Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained.
• Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required).
• Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.
• Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U.S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks) OR
• Education that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.

Experience

• No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS. OR
• One year of approved clinical laboratory experience, which must include a clinical rotation through the following sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Hematology, Immunology, and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S. or with an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS
• If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current
• Louisiana requires State Licensure
• New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded)

Work Schedule:

6:30AM - 3PM

Work Type:

Full Time