Information Technology Jobs in Central, LA
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Responsibilities
Information Professional Officers (IPOs) oversee the seamless operation of the global Naval network environment. Their responsibilities include:
Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology
Work Environment
Information Professionals serve in challenging roles of increasing scope and responsibility both afloat and ashore. This could include:
Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Upon completion, candidates typically attend a five-week IP Basic Course of instruction in Pensacola, FL, before or during their initial assignment. IPOs must complete specific qualifications as part of their training during Fleet tours and are expected to pursue advanced education opportunities.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Information Professional Officers can advance their education by:
Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Postgraduate education is important to the success of the Information Professional. Most IPs will complete a master's degree in C4I, space, information systems, computer science or modeling and simulation.
There's also potential to pursue a graduate certificate, DoW certifications, federal executive fellowships and information assurance scholarships and internships.
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. Candidates seeking an Information Professional Officer position must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a technical field, preferably in one of following fields: Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Operations, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, General Engineering.
All candidates must also be: U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, eligible for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance and qualified for sea duty.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as an Information Professional Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Information Professional Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andΒ innovate.Β Β WeΒ believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.Β
At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Β Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!Β
This job provides direct care (including IV therapy) of assigned patients within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act under the direction of a registered nurse. Directs and assists ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties and interacts with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel. Demonstrates professional responsibilities and is responsible for own practice and assists other members of the healthcare team in providing the highest quality personalized patient care.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
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Education
Required -Β High school diploma or equivalent.
Work Experience
Required -Β None
Certifications
Required -Β Current licensed practical nurse (LPN) license in state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
Preferred - IV therapy credentials.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Excellent organizational and time management skills and ability to be self directed and use good judgement.
Good interpersonal and delegation skills
Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Job Duties
Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change.
Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
Performs other related duties as required.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Β Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Β Β (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
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Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users.Β If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 5 select option 1) orΒ . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Confidential Opportunity β Operations Support Specialist
A well-established organization in the energy sector is seeking an Operations Support Specialist to support daily operations across locations in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working cross-functionally to keep operations running smoothly. The position offers exposure to a wide range of operational, administrative, and coordination responsibilities and plays a key role in supporting both field and office teams.
Job Summary
The Operations Support Specialist serves as the strategic financial and administrative anchor for our high reliability utility operations between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will act as a key liaison providing you with direct visibility and collaborative access to regional leadership, operations and the corporate finance department.
Core Responsibilities
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze current financial processes at the facility and recommend improvements to the General Manager.
- Assist in creating and maintaining the O&M budget and reporting monthly financials to operations staff.
- Perform necessary General Ledger (GL) reconciliations and accruals.
- Create and maintain key monthly operational reports for internal and external stakeholders
Utility & Project Coordination
- Track and analyze utility consumption, costs, and sales variances across various locations.
- Create and track project budgets and actual expenditures
- Manage the purchase order process, including entering and tracking POs and processing incoming invoices
Administrative & Operational Support
- Assist in maintaining relationships with key vendors and managing the vendor input process.
- Support the accounting department in daily, monthly, and annual activities.
- Process credit card expenses for the management and operations staff.
- Represent the unit professionally in interactions with various internal and external customers.
- Proactively manage the procurement of office and facility supplies, ensuring the team is always equipped with the resources needed for uninterrupted operations
- Drive the logistics for on-site meetings and VIP visits, agenda support, including catering coordination, space preparation, and internal hospitality requirements.
The Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this specific environment, we are looking for:
- The Driver: Someone who doesn't wait for instructions but sees a gap and fills it.
- The Closer: A person who takes pride in meeting deadlines and \"chasing people down\" to get the necessary data for a report.
- The Analyst: Someone with a high degree of intellectual curiosity who wants to understand the \"why\" behind the numbers
- Administrative Resource Management: Driving site culture and full ownership of the site's supply chain for non-technical inventory, including office essentials, assisting in event planning and ensuring the administrative engine of the plant runs seamlessly.
Professional Experience & Knowledge:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Experience: 2+ years of professional experience involving financial modeling, accounting, and capital spend tracking. 2+ years of office administrative experience
Technical Skills & Requirements:
- Strong oral and written communication abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for creating spreadsheets and using formulas
- Systems: Experience with ERP software is highly preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail
We are currently seeking an SAP Stockroom Management Functional Consultant for a 6β12 month contract (with possible extension). The role will begin remotely; however, candidates must be open to relocating to Baton Rouge within one month if requested.
This consultant will support warehouse and inventory operations within an SAP S/4HANA environment, focusing on Stockroom Management and its integration with Inventory Management (IM).
Key responsibilities include:
- Defining warehouse structures (warehouse number, storage types, sections, bins)
- Configuring putaway/picking strategies, bin determination, and movement types
- Supporting Stockroom Management configuration and IM integration
- Mapping business processes such as goods receipt, goods issue, internal transfers, and physical inventory
- Leading functional workshops and preparing functional specifications
Ideal candidates will have:
- Strong experience with SAP Stockroom Management or LE-WM
- SAP S/4HANA Inventory Management expertise
- Solid warehouse operations knowledge
We're on the hunt for curious, motivated individuals to test and review online money-making opportunities featured on FinanceBuzz. If you enjoy discovering new platforms and sharing your experience, this flexible gig could be perfect for you.
Responsibilities:
Explore and try various side hustle options (cashback sites, survey apps, etc.)
Document and report your experience with each platform
Track potential earnings and ease of use
Share insights to help improve user recommendations
Requirements:
Basic tech skills and a stable internet connection
Comfortable navigating apps and websites
Ability to work independently
No prior experience required
Benefits:
Set your own schedule β work anytime, from anywhere
Try real ways to earn money online
Get paid to share honest feedback
Ideal for side-income seekers, students, or remote workers
Start exploring side hustle opportunities here.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
This position is for individuals who want to develop a side income stream while still working full time. You will test different small-scale remote opportunities, learn what works, and grow what produces results.
Youβll use the resources provided to guide you, but your path is self-driven. Over time, you might focus more on the hustles that bring the highest returns.
Responsibilities:
Review and apply different side-hustle ideas tailored for people with full jobs
Execute tasks, manage projects or gigs you select
Keep a simple record of your time vs. earnings
Iterate and improve your approach as you go
Requirements:
Stable full-time job or core commitment
Access to internet and device for remote work
Willingness to test ideas and adapt
Organization, follow-through, and consistency
Bonus Skills:
Ability to analyze which hustles are viable
Comfort with trial and error
Some prior side-gig experience (but not required)
Benefits:
Fully remote
Flexible hours
Potential to grow side income steadily
No micromanagement
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Weβre offering a role for someone who wants to lead their own side-income project in their spare time. Youβll explore various proven side hustles, select the ones that fit your lifestyle, and run them like mini projects.
Youβll get curated content to guide your decisions. The goal is to find manageable, sustainable income streams that donβt interfere with your full-time role.
Responsibilities:
Evaluate side-hustle options and pick those you believe you can execute
Plan and carry out your selected projects or tasks
Track metricsβtime invested, return, conversion rates
Refine your focus toward the best-performing hustles
Requirements:
Employed full time or committed to another primary role
Basic skills for remote work (internet, device)
Project mindset: set goals, measure outcomes, adjust
Persistence and consistency
Strong Traits:
Analytical
Willing to adapt
Growth-oriented
Benefits:
No fixed schedule
Remote and flexible
Ability to scale your side work over time
Tools and guidance included
Must be able to work open and closing shifts. Focus on Guest Experience in the restaurant. Responsible to ensure every guest has a pleasant experience. Ensures guests areas are clean and inviting. Advises on projects to better guest experience. Has a positive attitude at all times.Β
Available all days of the week, some holiday.Β
Must have at least 1 year of leadership experience to be considered for the position.Β
Required qualifications:
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred qualifications:
- Available to work: holidays
- Available to work: on call
- Available to work: weekends
- Restaurant front of house skills: hosting
- Restaurant front of house skills: front counter
- Management skills: supervising employees
- Management skills: hiring and onboarding
- Retail skills: customer service
- Comfortable handling customer complaints
Overseeing operations and providing direct supervision to employees to ensure the business operates correctly. Responsible for cash management, organization, cleanliness and general problem solving while on duty.Β
Required qualifications:
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred qualifications:
- 18 years or older
We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andΒ innovate.Β Β WeΒ believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.Β
At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Β Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!Β
This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways, and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
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Education
Required -Β Associate's Degree
Work Experience
RequiredΒ -Β None
Certifications
Required -Β Current License as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification (only for trained therapists working in the NICU)Β
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Job Duties
- Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
- Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
- Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
- Performs diagnostic procedures.
- Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
- Maintains professional certifications and up-to-date knowledge of technical procedures.
- Attends staff meetings.
- Other related duties as required.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Β Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work.Β (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β
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Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users.Β If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 5 select option 1) orΒ . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andΒ innovate.Β Β WeΒ believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.Β
At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Β Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!Β
This job is typically 8-weeks length in assignment. This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. Monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation, draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs, and delivers intermittent therapy. Assists with changing of artificial airways and provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the companyβs discretion.
Education
Required β Associateβs degree in respiratory therapy
Preferred β Bachelorβs degree in respiratory therapy
Work Experience
Required β 2 years respiratory therapy experience
Certifications
Required β Current license as a Respiratory Therapist in the state of practice
Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 90 days of hire
Preferred β Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Job Duties
Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures.
Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient encounter.
Educates patients and healthcare team on procedures and treatment plan.
Performs diagnostic procedures.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.Β Β
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users.Β If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 5 select option 1) orΒ . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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