Jobs in Macdona, TX

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
To serve as a model of excellence in nutrition knowledge and diabetes care. Communicates regularly with the diabetes health care team and others to facilitate collaborative planning for the treatment and follow-up of patients with nutrition related disorders including diabetes. Collaborates with community partners and the health care team in identifying educational and medical needs of people with diabetes and other nutrition related conditions. Ensures that clients receive appropriate referrals for the continuing care and prevention of long-term complications associated with diabetes. Participates in outreach programs and activities including support groups, screenings, training programs and the development of educational material.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field is required, plus completion of either an American Dietetic Association (ADA)-approved dietetic internship or a program in hospital dietetics approved by the ADA. Must be a Registered Dietitian. Three years of related experience as a clinical dietitian is preferred. Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) preferred.
LICENSURE
Must possess a current license from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Under physician supervision, responsible for assisting with the selection and assembly of various modes of extracorporeal support of both pediatric and adult patients undergoing congenital, acquired, and traumatic lesions requiring surgical correction.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited School of Perfusion with a bachelor's degree in a recognized field of science or learning directly related to the duties of the position is required.

Pediatric interest required and experience preferred. New grads must have provisional license contingent on passing ABCP exam. Must test and pass the exam within 12 months of hire to be qualified for CCP credentials.

Fundamental knowledge and skills with perfusion/surgical equipment; strong anatomical and surgical technology knowledge and excellent dexterity in the use of required equipment.

* Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and throughout long procedures.
* Strong focus on clinical quality and delivery of best results for patients.
* Ability to collaborate and gain cooperation in team-oriented environment.
* Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
* Recognizes and resolves variances and abnormal situations that may arise.

LICENSURE
American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion certified or certification eligible.
Perfusion licensure by Texas Medical Board or meets requirements to obtain licensure.
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs routine nursing duties. Provides competent assistance in caring for the comfort and welfare of patients and for the efficient performance of assignments.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
A high school diploma, its equivalent, or higher degree is required. Must have current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Healthcare Provider card. Completion of recognized nurse aide training program with three months in clinical studies is preferred; or, can be a Medical Assistant graduate that has completed an externship within University Health System. Nurse aide certification with recent nurse attendant experience is preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Under physician supervision, responsible for assisting with the selection and assembly of various modes of extracorporeal support of both pediatric and adult patients undergoing congenital, acquired, and traumatic lesions requiring surgical correction.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited School of Perfusion with a bachelor's degree in a recognized field of science or learning directly related to the duties of the position is required.
Pediatric interest required and experience preferred. New grads must have a provisional license contingent on passing the ABCP exam. Must test and pass the exam within 12 months of hire to be qualified for CCP credentials.
Fundamental knowledge and skills with perfusion/surgical equipment; strong anatomical and surgical technology knowledge and excellent dexterity in the use of required equipment.

* The ability to remain calm in emergency situations and throughout long procedures.
* Strong focus on clinical quality and delivery of the best results for patients.
* The ability to collaborate and gain cooperation in a team-oriented environment.
* Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
* Recognizes and resolves variances and abnormal situations that may arise.

LICENSURE
The American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is certified or certificate eligible.
Perfusion licensure by the Texas Medical Board or meets requirements to obtain licensure.
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through a course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and ingenuity. Makes independent value judgments when supervision is not available. Assumes responsibility for achieving quality work, setting up patient load and maintaining schedules. Has individual responsibility for specified CT procedures. Performs assigned duties promptly and efficiently. Complies with instructions from the supervisor to whom responsible. Maintains good working relationship with co-workers and other University Health employees, patients, doctors, and guests.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Registry by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists, and Licensed by the State of Texas (MRT) is required. One year of experience as a registered radiology technologist with a working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy is preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in carrying out physical therapy treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients under the direction and supervision of licensed physical therapists. Assists with educational, administrative, managerial, and quality control duties. Performs technical work in all phases of patient treatment. Assists in maintaining safety and cleanliness of the patient care area, supplies and equipment in optimum condition to facilitate smooth operations. Participates effectively with other members of the health care team for maximum patient benefit and efficiency.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program. Minimum of two years of experience as a physical therapist assistant. Meets clinical and leadership activities and behaviors as defined in the clinical ladder or equivalent.
LICENSURE
Must have and maintain a current license to practice as a physical therapist assistant issued by the Texas State Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners. Must have current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Staff Therapist level I provides full range of respiratory care to Neonatal and Pediatric patient populations as evidenced by the skill/competency assessment. Ensures prompt and proficient provisions of respiratory related duties in accordance with physician directives. Complies with departmental and University Health's policies and procedures and maintains good public and working relations
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Master's Degree, Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree with a current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care and active Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) with the Texas Medical Board required. Must be BLS certified. PALS Preferred. Instructor certifications for BLS is acceptable in lieu of BLS.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides professional level skills required in clinical social work, affording direct and indirect services to clients in health settings and working with a multidisciplinary team in evaluation and treatment planning for individuals, families and groups in the outpatient setting. Primary responsibility is providing counseling for patients. Offers a broad spectrum of mental health services to clients with a multiplicity of needs. Serves as a role model for other staff, establishing priorities for self and peers, ensuring that services are rendered in a prompt, efficient and effective manner. Actively supports the policies and procedures of University Health.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
A Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited school, three years current experience in social work and demonstrated level of clinical social work skills indicative of ability to engage in self-regulated practice are required.

LICENSURE
State licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners is required.

Location: North Clinic

University Health is currently seeking an Emergency Center Technician to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a reputation for exceptional service and patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Reports and records direct and indirect patient care data. Assists Emergency Center (EC) staff with patient preparation and treatment procedures, both acute and non-acute illnesses and injuries. Takes patients' vital signs and transports patients to other locations as required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* A high school diploma, its equivalent, or higher degree is required.
* Valid Texas EMT certification or equivalent experience (3 years experience in a comparable emergency department or 2 year's experience in the military with similar experience) is preferred.
* Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

* Advancement Opportunities
* Competitive Pay
* Excellent Benefits Package

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University Health is currently seeking Monitor Techs to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a reputation for exceptional service and patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Observes, interprets and reports cardiac rhythms for patients placed on telemetry monitoring. Ensures the quality, efficiency and prompt reporting of technical observations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* A high school diploma, its equivalent, or higher degree is required.
* Completion of a formal basic EKG course or one year Monitor Technician experience is required.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

* Advancement Opportunities
* Competitive Pay
* Excellent Benefits Package

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides patient care under the direct supervision of the registered nurse.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* A high school diploma, its equivalent, or higher degree is required.
* Must have a minimum of 3 months previous hospital experience as a military corpsman, nursing attendant or be a graduate nurse waiting to retake the NCLEX examination.
* Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

* Advancement Opportunities
* Competitive Pay

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University Health is currently seeking a Laboratory Coordinator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a reputation for exceptional service and patient care.
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports daily functions and completes tasks that are assigned and associated with the Laboratory Department. Performs a variety of clerical tasks which require familiarity with a specific area of University Health operations to which assigned. Performs various functions in the laboratory of a technical or clerical nature. Responsible for filing, tracking, retrieval and accurate record keeping of patient samples. Performs coordination of activities pertaining to the receipt, storage and distribution of supplies that originate from outside vendors, as well as from the hospital storeroom. Assists in the receipt and logs in specimens delivered to the Laboratory from within UH, research, and referral lab clients.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* A high school diploma or its equivalent is required
* Two years of clinical laboratory experience or related field is required
* Associate's degree in business, public relations, clinical laboratory science or related field is preferred
* Six months to one year in general clerical work including familiarity with hospital procedures is preferred

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

* Growth opportunities
* Generous benefits package
* Yearly pay increase (based on annual performance)

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Accurately and rapidly collects blood and body fluid samples from inpatients and outpatients in the proper container correctly labeling all tubes and promptly delivering blood samples to the laboratory. Timely and accurately collects blood specimens from patients, using appropriate aseptic collection methods and the correct collection system. Utilizes Laboratory LIS to receive specimens, generate labels and create specimen transfer lists. Follows proper infectious/isolation policies. Performs duties promptly, safely, efficiently and reliably. Cares for and handles specimens, supplies and equipment properly. Maintains good guest relations and working relations by following University Health Customer Service Standards.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
A high school diploma or equivalent experience is required. Knowledge of capillary and venipuncture techniques is preferred.
LICENSURE/ CERTIFICATION
Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) is not required, but recommended.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in carrying out physical therapy treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients under the direction and supervision of licensed physical therapists. Performs technical work in all phases of patient treatment. Assists in maintaining safety and cleanliness of the patient care area, supplies and equipment in optimum condition to facilitate smooth operations. Participates effectively with other members of the health care team for maximum patient benefit and efficiency.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program. Professional clinical experience not required. A minimum of one year of experience as a physical therapist assistant is preferred.
LICENSURE
Must have and maintain a current license to practice as a physical therapist assistant issued by the Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners. Must have current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs procedures for testing or analysis on specimens submitted to the laboratory. Evaluates test results for accuracy and submits results for the purpose of aiding the physician in diagnostic and therapeutic treatment of patients. Performs analyses that may involve a complex network of steps, variable fine-line discriminations of several parameters, correction of a variety of errors, and the operation and maintenance of complicated instruments. Mentors and accounts for work of trainees and other supportive technical personnel employed by the laboratory. Performs assigned duties rapidly and accurately. Plans work activities and makes decisions connected with own work. Recognizes unusual results and/or abnormalities and takes prompt and appropriate action to assure the accuracy and validity of test result. Assumes accountability for the dissemination of patient information to ensure the confidentiality and privacy of patients. Duties may also include performance of procedures associated with procurement of specimens from patients.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Requires at least two (2) years for experience in Transfusion Services.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
OR
High school graduate or equivalent AND successfully completed military training of 50 or more weeks and served as a medical laboratory specialist.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or American Medical Technologists (AMT) is required
OR
Certification in Specialty for area of laboratory employment required without a Medical Laboratory Science (or equivalent) certification.
Must maintain certification status in compliance with specifications for continuing education required by the certification agency.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in carrying out occupational therapy treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients under the direction and supervision of licensed occupational therapists. Assists with educational, administrative, managerial, and quality control duties. Performs technical work in all phases of patient treatment. Assists in maintaining safety and cleanliness of the patient care area, supplies and equipment in optimum condition to facilitate smooth operations. Participates effectively with other members of the health care team for maximum patient benefit and efficiency.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree from an Occupational Therapy Assistant program. At least two years of experience as a licensed occupational therapy assistant is required. Meets clinical and leadership activities and behaviors as defined in the clinical ladder or equivalent.
LICENSURE
Licensure by the Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners as an Occupational Therapy Assistant is required. Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc is preferred. Must have current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides professional level skills required in the clinical practice of counseling, affording direct services to University Health patients. Works with the multidisciplinary team in evaluation and treatment planning for individuals and families. Offers a broad spectrum of professional counseling services to patients with a multiplicity of needs. Serves as a role model and clinical trainer for other staff, establishing priorities for self and peers, ensuring that services are rendered in a prompt, efficient manner. Actively supports the policies and procedures of University Health and the Mental Wellness Institute.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning is required. Two years of current experience in mental health and demonstrated level of clinical counseling skills indicative of ability to engage in self-regulated practice are required. Two years of experience in professional counseling are preferred. Bilingual in Spanish/English is desirable.

LICENSURE
Current state licensure by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council is required

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads the Anticipatory Grief and Bereavement Program for Supportive Care Services' patients and families enduring anticipatory grief or who have experienced the death of their loved one. Works with existing resources to integrate bereavement services for the benefit of families and staff. Provides self-care support to staff who may be experiencing compassion fatigue. Exhibits empathy, interpersonal skills and analytical ability to perform assigned duties in compliance with instructions from leadership in Supportive Care. Supports and maintains the Supportive Care Services and University Health mission, vision, and values.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
A bachelor's or master's degree is required in a related field such as social work, counseling, psychology, chaplaincy or human services. Four units of Clinical Pastoral Education through an ACPE accredited CPE center is required for chaplaincy. One-year clinical residency preferred. Previous experience in professional skills related to grief responses, grief assessment, grief intervention, cultural diversity, assessment/ intervention, critical incident stress debriefing, and group facilitation is required. English/ Spanish fluency is highly recommended.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Licensure or certifications in grief counseling (The American Academy of Grief Counseling (AAGC) or The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV)) or related Texas state-specific licensure (LCSW, LPC) is required. Certification with the Association of Professional Chaplains, NACC, NAJC, CPSP, Spiritual Care Association, or other equivalent certifying body is preferred. Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support card is required.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs a variety of duties required in pharmacy operations and assists the pharmacists in the accomplishment of their duties. Accomplishes under the supervision of the professional staff, competent, efficient and timely performance of assignments within the structure of the Pharmacy Department.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school/GED required or equivalent experience is required. College or commercial school courses in basic sciences, mathematics, business or other related areas and/or completion of technician training program is preferred. Two or more years of experience as a registered pharmacy technician (Ph.T.R.) is preferred. Designated cash handlers must successfully complete the Patient Services Cashier course and be designated as a Patient Services Cashier during the initial probationary period.
LICENSURE
Texas State Board of Pharmacy registration required.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides indirect patient care activities and performs clerical duties under direct supervision of the provider/licensed nurse. Supports and maintains University Health's policies, protocols, values and guest relations.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED is required. Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school or certification from an approved credentialing body for Medical Assistants is required. National certification as a Registered Medical Assistant is preferred. One year's experience in a clinic, doctor's office or ambulatory care setting is preferred. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.