Jobs in Macdona Texas

About the Company

Are you ready to create connections that become lasting relationships? Listen, Learn and Make a match with Addison Group! Addison Group is one of the fastest growing private staffing firms in America that specializes in contract and direct hire staffing, as well as consulting services. We have made "Best of Staffing" lists for multiple years and continue to enjoy many accolades in the industry!

About the Role

The Recruiter is primarily responsible for prospecting new candidates for the division for which they are hired. Recruiters must be able to identify and network with prospective job seekers and develop matching strategies for open client positions. The Recruiter partners with Business Development Managers to fulfill the requirements of each client need by matching candidate profiles with in-depth job descriptions.

Responsibilities

• Identify, network, and sell to potential candidates/job seekers through creative matching strategies, including the use of our internal database, job boards, and social networking
• Maintain and update a prospective candidate pipeline by cold calling/prospecting calls
• Develop and maintain candidate relations through relationship driven calls and meetings
• Negotiate pay rates and close deals in accordance with company goals and expectations
• Document all candidate conversations for historical data and productivity reporting
• Represent Addison Group in a professional and positive manner in all interactions, including networking events and other activities outside of normal business hours

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent

Required Skills

• Professional oral and written communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Capability to connect with others
• Competitive spirit

Pay range and compensation package

• 45K - 50K (based on experience)
• Ability to create your own Healthcare package; BCBS medical, dental, and vision - it's your choice!
• 401(K) with up to 4% matching
• Flexible PTO
• Weekly pay with uncapped commissions
• Pre-taxed commuter benefits, including Uber Pool
• Addison Group Wellness Program
• Annual Echelon Club trip for our top producers
• Seasonal parties and events

Equal Opportunity Statement

Addison Group is dedicated to promoting a culture that provides a fun learning environment for each of its employees. We work hard, play hard, and understand the value and importance of both. We are built on the understanding and approach of People First, Process Second.

Training & Development

Our Learning & Development department is integral to the culture of Addison and plays a key role in employee growth at all levels. Addison Group's Onboarding Accelerator/Mentorship program is about supporting new producers in order to strengthen each team, grow Addison, and grow our new employees. This program gives our employees the support they need from day one and gives our Accelerators early leadership experience. Please contact us today to learn more about this opportunity!

Ready for a role that supports your unique calling in patient care and fits your life? At Methodist Hospital, you’ll find clear pathways to advance backed by our unmatched nationwide transfer policy that lets you grow your career when the time is right for you. With mentorship opportunities, clinical education courses, professional certification support, and educational assistance, you will have all the resources you need to build the career of a lifetime.  

Our Registered Nurses have access to a variety of resources to help you reach your goals including:

· A comprehensive orientation process

· Valuable mentorship from specialty specific educators

· Leadership development programs

· State-of-the-art units equipped with the latest technologies in patient care

What You Will Do In Your Role:

· You will consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients.

· You will collaborate with the patient care team to achieve quality patient outcomes

· You will provide communication, confidence, and professionalism as evidenced by active engagement in unit and organizational activities

· You will demonstrate team work, adaptability, and serving as a resource to the patient care team

· You will have accountability for delivering quality nursing care services and for promoting a positive image of nursing

What qualifications you will need: 

· Graduate of an accredited diploma, associates, or baccalaureate degree registered nursing program.

· Minimum of six (6) months of clinical experience as a licensed Registered Nurse

· Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas or Multi-State Compact License (Employees with RN Compact License are required to obtain Texas RN License within 90 days of hire date)

· Current American Heart Association BLS Certification

Methodist Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.

As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at and select Methodist Hospital under Locations.

"Nurses play a pivotal role and are the backbone of healthcare delivery. At HCA Healthcare, we are dedicated to ensuring nurses have necessary tools and resources to provide world-class patient care, advocating for the profession and helping to shape the future of nursing."

Sammie Mosier, DHA, MA, BSN, NE-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, HCA Healthcare

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Surgical ICU Registered Nurse PRN opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

USRC's greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization.

• 
  
• A Home Therapy nurse trains home hemo or peritoneal dialysis patients in-center and sometimes in the patient’s home.
  
• We Will Train - In-center hemodialysis, critical care, and home health are great backgrounds. 
  
• Work Schedule – Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm; Modified schedules are possible based on patient caseload at the facility.
  
• Competitive on-call pay when placed in on-call rotation.
  
• Holidays – Home Training Nurses rarely work on a holiday.
  
• We lead the industry in clinical quality improvement, delivering amongst the best patient outcomes in the U.S. as measured by the CMS ESRD Quality Incentive Program.
  
• We remain an industry leader in home dialysis with 17% of dialysis treatments delivered in our patients' homes. 
  

The Home Therapy Registered Nurse, as qualified by federal and state regulations, provides patient training and ongoing support for all patients choosing a home dialysis modality.  This position is accountable for providing quality care to all patients and is committed to delivering superior customer service in all internal and external interactions.  
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties and tasks may be assigned.

• 
  
• Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements as they pertain to home dialysis program and patient care requirements.
  
• Train patient (and/or care partner) in the practice of self-care Peritoneal Dialysis or Hemodialysis upon meeting federal and state regulations governing Registered Nurse qualifications.
  
• Conduct home visits to assess the patient's home environment per policy; initially and minimally annually thereafter.  Routinely evaluate patient performance and assess the home environment more frequently as needed to improve care.
  
• Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient.
  
• Document all nursing services in the Electronic Medical Record including but not limited to training sessions, routine and non-routine in-person interactions, and phone conversations.  Documentation should accurately reflect the patient status and nursing interventions and be written to ensure continuity of care.
  
• Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested.
  
• Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures.  Communicate and regularly review Emergency Preparedness procedures with all home patients, including but not limited to emergency disconnection from dialysis equipment, what to do and who to contact if displaced from home.
  
• Ensure clinic and patient supply inventory and usage is appropriate for patient prescriptions and place orders in timely manner to avoid fees and penalties.
  
• Continually seek to improve patient and quality outcomes through tracking and trending of program and patient performance, use of critical thinking skills and root cause analysis to improve patient and quality outcomes.  Assist in obtaining data for the continuous quality improvement activities.
  
• Obtain routine and non-routine laboratory tests as ordered and communicate critical lab values and urgent patient needs to the responsible physician or physician extender in a timely manner.
  
• Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles.  Administer medications as ordered by the physician.
  
• Responsible for performing on call nursing services, nights and weekends, on a rotational basis as needed or assigned.
  
• Flexible with staffing locations and hours to accommodate patient and USRC home program needs.
  
• Regular and reliable attendance is required for the position.
  

Home Hemodialysis Only:

• 
  
• Coordinate home evaluation with technical services department to ensure that the necessary electrical, plumbing and drainage requirements for proper equipment operation are met prior to patient acceptance into home program.
  
• Ensure required and appropriate water sampling is complete per policy and product requirements.  Monitor and report water sample and culture results.           
  

Salary / Compensation Statement

Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate's experience, qualifications and skills. U.S. Renal Care offers a comprehensive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Requirements include:

• 
  
• Current RN license in applicable state.  License must be maintained as current and in good standing. 
  
• 12 months of clinical experience in providing nursing care and 3 months of experience in the specific modality for which the nurse will provide home dialysis training, except in states with a more stringent requirement such as Texas, which requires at least 6 months experience in the specific home modality.
  
• Previous experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis preferred.
  
• CPR certification required prior to patient care assignment.
  
• Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors.
  
• Must successfully complete the Home Therapy Nurse Orientation program and maintain annual demonstration of skills and competency applicable for the modality assigned.
  
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
  
• Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
  
• Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.  
  
• Ability to meet minimum hiring standards which may include additional background clearances and orientation requirements if applicable to the program assigned to for employment.
  

U.S. Renal Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran.

All Full Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
* Medical / Pharmacy
* Dental
* Vision
* Voluntary benefits
* 401k with employer match
* Virtual Care
* Life Insurance
* Voluntary Benefits
* PTO
All Part Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
* 401k with employer match
* PTO

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.

• 
  
• Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.
  
• May assist with billing log preparation and updates.
  
• Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs of the clinic
  
• Obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis as required to complete physician orders.
  
• Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles.
  
• Knowledge of and comply with applicable health care professionals practice act requirements.
  
• Perform duties at all times under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations
  
• Maintain thorough, accurate, and appropriate documentation in the patient record of all treatments, activities, and communication with the patient, physician and other healthcare professionals to include progress reports.
  
• Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse.
  
• Report machine problems to Biomedical Technician and Administrator.
  
• Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.
  
• Assist with staff training as requested.
  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Requirements include:

• 
  
• Current LVN/LPN license in applicable state. License must be maintained as current and in good standing.
  
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
  
• Confirmation of ability to distinguish all primary colors.
  
• Previous dialysis experience preferred.
  
• Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 8 weeks of hire.
  
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
  
• Must be able to organize time and tasks well.
  
• Must have basic computer skills; proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
  
• Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.
  

All Full Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
* Medical / Pharmacy
* Dental
* Vision
* Voluntary benefits
* 401k with employer match
* Virtual Care
* Life Insurance
* Voluntary Benefits
* PTO
All Part Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
* 401k with employer match
* PTO

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women’s services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.

Summary:

Provides Occupational Therapy Services to patients referred, including assessment, treatment plan development and implementation with the follow-up and discharge planning. Actively assists with clinical aspects of the department, including program development, department operations and Performance Improvement activities. Assists with supervising and coordinating the Occupational Therapy and Occupational Therapy Assistant Student programs. In addition, supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Rehab Technicians, and Volunteers.

Responsibilities:

• Performs comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to determine the status of the physical, cognitive and daily living abilities of inpatients and outpatients, considering diagnosis and age specific needs.
• Develops and implements, with patient/family participation, individualized treatment plans, as indicated, considering diagnosis and age specific needs, with measurable goals and methods to achieve goals.
• Adheres consistently to the P&Ps relating to documentation, to include: Initial Patient Evaluations, Daily and Weekly Progress notes as required, Discharge Summaries and other notations as appropriate.
• Participates in patient care conferences, family conferences, in-service programs, departmental, and interdepartmental meetings.
• Counsels both patient (if appropriate), family and other involved individuals regarding patient evaluation, care and treatment. Initiates and completes discharge planning in a timely manner and provides effective education and training.
• Assists with coordination and supervision of the Occupational Therapy and Occupational Therapy Assistant student programs, as well as the volunteer program.
• Actively assists with clinical aspects of the department including orientation of new associates, scheduling of patients to assure quality patient coverage and appropriate staff supervision, as necessary.
• Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System.
• Understands, supports and participates in Performance Improvement activities.
• Complies with and develops efficient and creative ways to maintain departmental productivity standards.
• Maintains an awareness of other agencies within the community in order to make appropriate referrals, when indicated, to network and to increase knowledge of community resources.
• Identifies and provides educational opportunities for self, department and community. Participates in research activities, as appropriate.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental, and population specific needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychological, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Fosters and promotes positive and professional relationships with members of the medical staff, physicians, and referral sources.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in the area of Occupational Therapy is required.
• All modalities/equipment used by an Occupational Therapy Assistant as outlined by the Texas Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners.

Experience

• None required.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the State Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners of Texas.
• BLS certification is required.

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time

Summary:

Operates radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by physicians. Performs routine diagnostic procedures and may be required to function as a Medical Assistant as needed. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Performs a variety of diagnostic procedures, some of a more complex nature, utilizing state-of-the-art computerized imaging equipment in more than one (1) modality.
• Requires flexibility to work competently within assigned modalities as needed or assigned.
• Interacts appropriately with patients and all care providers by coordinating and prioritizing procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.
• Possesses the ability and willingness to rotate within departments and clinics for proper coverage as needed or assigned.
• Upon completion of procedures, program the computer to ensure completion of the exam and that all scan data is correctly stored in PACS.
• Ensures exam rooms are neat, clean, and adequately stocked before exams are performed and acts to ensure compliance with Infection Control standards.
• Coordinates and prioritizes procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.
• Ensures all charges are correctly coded and entered in the billing system.
• Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent customer service skills required.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Follows the CHRISTUS Physician Group guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Maintains established CHRISTUS Physician Group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control.
• Adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards as outlined by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
• Demonstrates adherence to the Core values of CHRISTUS Health
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required

Experience

• 1 year of experience as a radiologic technologist preferred
• Basic computer experience required

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Radiography (R) by ARRT is required
• State Licensure required
  • Texas: MRT by TMB
  • Louisiana: LRT (R) or (F) by LSRTBE
  • New Mexico: RRT by MIRTP NMED
  • Arkansas: RTL by Arkansas Department of Health
• BLS required

Work Schedule:

8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday

Work Type:

Full Time

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women’s services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.

Summary:

Provides Occupational Therapy Services to patients referred, including assessment, treatment plan development and implementation with the follow-up and discharge planning. Actively assists with clinical aspects of the department, including program development, department operations and Performance Improvement activities. Assists with supervising and coordinating the Occupational Therapy and Occupational Therapy Assistant Student programs. In addition, supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Rehab Technicians, and Volunteers.

Responsibilities:

• Performs comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to determine the status of the physical, cognitive and daily living abilities of inpatients and outpatients, considering diagnosis and age specific needs.
• Develops and implements, with patient/family participation, individualized treatment plans, as indicated, considering diagnosis and age specific needs, with measurable goals and methods to achieve goals.
• Adheres consistently to the P&Ps relating to documentation, to include: Initial Patient Evaluations, Daily and Weekly Progress notes as required, Discharge Summaries and other notations as appropriate.
• Participates in patient care conferences, family conferences, in-service programs, departmental, and interdepartmental meetings.
• Counsels both patient (if appropriate), family and other involved individuals regarding patient evaluation, care and treatment. Initiates and completes discharge planning in a timely manner and provides effective education and training.
• Assists with coordination and supervision of the Occupational Therapy and Occupational Therapy Assistant student programs, as well as the volunteer program.
• Actively assists with clinical aspects of the department including orientation of new associates, scheduling of patients to assure quality patient coverage and appropriate staff supervision, as necessary.
• Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System.
• Understands, supports and participates in Performance Improvement activities.
• Complies with and develops efficient and creative ways to maintain departmental productivity standards.
• Maintains an awareness of other agencies within the community in order to make appropriate referrals, when indicated, to network and to increase knowledge of community resources.
• Identifies and provides educational opportunities for self, department and community. Participates in research activities, as appropriate.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental, and population specific needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychological, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Fosters and promotes positive and professional relationships with members of the medical staff, physicians, and referral sources.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in the area of Occupational Therapy is required.
• All modalities/equipment used by an Occupational Therapy Assistant as outlined by the Texas Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners.

Experience

• None required.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist by the State Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners of Texas.
• BLS certification is required.

Work Schedule:

PRN

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women’s services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center. 

Summary:

All pharmacy technicians work under the direction of Clinical Pharmacists to 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.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Pharmacy Technicians perform ONLY non-judgmental technical duties under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.

Operational Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacists with Medication Histories.
• Train Tech I associates.
• Prepares drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures and protocols.
  • Verifies computerized patient medication records accurately. Maintains, accurate, complete patient drug record.
  • Compounds 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.
• Verifies the daily activities of the department are complete and recorded.
• Maintains competency required for current job title/position
• Maintains current technician license. Ensures applicable CE records and licensure are maintained in department files. Attends staff meetings.
• Maintain IV certification and competencies.
• Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements.
• Specialty area
  • Serves as the technician in specialty areas such as the operating room, IV room, or pharmacy work areas outside the central pharmacy.
• Ambulatory care
  • Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services as assigned such as but not limited to: anticoagulation clinics, intensive medical home, transition of care, Discharge Medication reconciliation, etc.
• Retail
  • Performs outpatient distributive functions related to entering prescriptions orders, selecting the correct medications for new and refilled prescription orders, and coordinates delivery of medications for patient pick-up or delivery.

Clinical Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• 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 accurate, adequate and timely drug information to the hospital’s pharmacy associates.
• Coordinates pharmacist 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.
• 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

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience

• 3-5 years of pharmacy technician experience preferred
• Meet all criteria of Pharmacy Technician I

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician in the state of practice required
• Certified Pharmacy Technician preferred
• ACPE accredited IV certification program, including hazardous (minimum 40 hours); or meet minimum State requirement. Not applicable to Ambulatory Care settings or Retail settings

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:

4 Days - 10 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time