Patient Care Technician (PCT)

94616 Oakland, California DaVita

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Posting Date 07/25/202510770 MacArthur Blvd. Bldg 7, Oakland, California, 94605-5298, United States of America. DaVita is Hiring! We are looking for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our amazing team. If you are looking to give life in an out Technician, Patient Care, Patient, Training, Social Worker, Healthcare, Health

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Patient Care Technician (PCT)

94501 Alameda, California DaVita

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Posting Date07/25/202510770 MacArthur BlvdBldg 7, Oakland, California, 94605-5298, United States of AmericaDaVita is Hiring!We are looking for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our amazing team. If you are looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. You can make an exceptional difference in the lives of our patients and their families dealing with end-stage renal failure or chronic kidney disease. If you desire to deliver care in an empathetic, compassionate way, consider DaVita and apply today!No Dialysis Experience Required!When you join DaVita as Patient Care Technician (PCT) this opportunity will give you a jump start to your career in the health care field! With paid, extensive training, you will gain the skills needed to care for our patients and build a network of other health care professionals across the geography where you live. Once you have successfully completed training, you will join a holistic team of care professionals - including nurses, dietitian, social workers, and other experienced PCTs - to care for our patients. It's not a job, it's giving life and a career based on passion and purpose.Some Details About This Position:No Dialysis experience is required.Training may take place in a facility or a training clinic other than your assigned home clinicPotential to float to various clinics during and after your trainingYou must have a flexible schedule and be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidaysWhat You Can Expect:Direct Patient Care. Spend the majority of your day in direct one-on-one patient care to provide safe, comfortable and hygienic dialysis treatment.Our PCTs care for multiple patients.Technician Duties. To monitor patients before, during and after dialysis treatment including measuring and recording stats, patient observations, and hemodialysis machine setup. Please note you will have exposure to blood and needles.Building long-term relationships with your patients who are suffering from end stage renal disease and are receiving treatment on average 3 times/week. You will also be responsible for educating patients on Kidney Dialysis related topics.Team. Cross functional team of clinicians including technicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers and leadership. PCTs work under the supervision of a RN.Requirements:Desire to enter the health care field to care for other people in needHigh school diploma or equivalentMust be comfortable working around blood and needlesMust be comfortable mixing acid or bicarbPhysical and mental ability to work long hours (some shifts are 12+ hours) on your feet so wear comfortable shoes! Our work ends when it's safe for our patients.Willingness to train and work across multiple clinics within the territory as needed.Health care experience a plus including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification.What We'll ProvideMore than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash outSupport for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and moreProfessional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform Star Learning.We offer competitive compensation plus an amazing benefit packages: • Medical, Dental & Vision• 401K (matching) •Retirement Plans •Hospital Care Plans•Paid Training•PTO and Paid Holidays•PTO cash out •Health Saving Account•Flexible Spending Account•Professional Growth Opportunities •Tuition Reimbursement•Employee Stock Purchase Options•Critical Care Insurance •Life & Disability Insurance #LI-NL1At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.This position will be open for a minimum of three days.Salary/ Wage Range$24.00 - $32.00 / hourFor location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRatesCompensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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Patient Care Coordinator I

94301 Palo Alto, California Stanford Health Care

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If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
**This is a Stanford Health Care job.**
**A Brief Overview**
As an entry position, the PCC I, is expected to learn and apply job skills, policies, and procedures to complete essential assignments and tasks. They should exercise judgment within defined guidelines to determine appropriate actions and seek assistance when needed.
**Locations**
Stanford Health Care
**What you will do**
+ Patient Care: Perform patient care duties, including measuring vital signs, weight, height, rooming, drawing labs, assisting providers with medication reconciliation, and other special departmental tasks such as EKG, ear lavage, etc.
+ Clinical Administration: Handle check-in/out, virtual rooming for providers, vaccine administration, point-of-care testing, and specimen collection.
+ Clinic Maintenance: Manage weekly clinic preparation, clinic area stocking, medication, and supply ordering, and ensure timely completion of work assignments.
+ Communication and Coordination: Handle patient phone calls, prescription refills, and clinic support operations, manage CRM/In-Basket, and serve as a liaison between the provider, the patient, and the staff.
**Education Qualifications**
+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one of the following:- (1) Certificate of completion or official transcript from a medical assisting program- (2) Completion of medical assistant training by a licensed physician or podiatrist- (3) Certification as medical assistant through a Medical Board of California - approved medical assistant certifying organization
**Experience Qualifications**
+ Entry Level - No previous experience required
**Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
+ All levels require possession of knowledge, skills and abilities (job competencies) sufficient to function effectively at the level to which assigned.
+ Knowledge of and ability to use and apply medical terminology in performing his/her duties.
+ Knowledge of coding and billing regulations.
+ Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
+ Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
+ Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.
+ Ability to demonstrate customer service skills in interactions with all patients, families and staff, including high volume and stressful situations.
+ Ability to work independently as well as an integral part of the patient care team.
+ Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures.
+ Demonstrated familiarity, knowledge and understanding of home health, practice care coordination, clinical care skills.
+ Ability to demonstrate business communication skills including speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job (including legible penmanship/handwriting, knowledge of grammar and syntax and ability to write clear and concise clinical reports)
+ Ability to learn and grasp and update clinical knowledge on a regular basis (through HealthStream classes, continuing education and other work related courses and training) to adapt to an ever changing healthcare environment.
+ Ability to learn and understand population health and disease population concepts and practices; inventory methods and practices; motivation learning; customer relationships service concepts and practices.
**Licenses and Certifications**
+ BLS - Basic Life Support required .
**These principles apply to ALL employees:**
**SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience**
_Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery._
_You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:_
+ Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
+ Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
+ Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
**Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in** **all of** **its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.**
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $31.46 - $35.40 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow.
As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care.
Learn about our awards ( and significant events ( .
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PATIENT CARE COORD I

94305 Stanford, California Stanford Health Care

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If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
**This is a Stanford Health Care job.**
**A Brief Overview**
As an entry position, the PCC I, is expected to learn and apply job skills, policies, and procedures to complete essential assignments and tasks. They should exercise judgment within defined guidelines to determine appropriate actions and seek assistance when needed.
**Locations**
Stanford Health Care
**What you will do**
+ Patient Care: Perform patient care duties, including measuring vital signs, weight, height, rooming, drawing labs, assisting providers with medication reconciliation, and other special departmental tasks such as EKG, ear lavage, etc.
+ Clinical Administration: Handle check-in/out, virtual rooming for providers, vaccine administration, point-of-care testing, and specimen collection.
+ Clinic Maintenance: Manage weekly clinic preparation, clinic area stocking, medication, and supply ordering, and ensure timely completion of work assignments.
+ Communication and Coordination: Handle patient phone calls, prescription refills, and clinic support operations, manage CRM/In-Basket, and serve as a liaison between the provider, the patient, and the staff.
**Education Qualifications**
+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one of the following:- (1) Certificate of completion or official transcript from a medical assisting program- (2) Completion of medical assistant training by a licensed physician or podiatrist- (3) Certification as medical assistant through a Medical Board of California - approved medical assistant certifying organization
**Experience Qualifications**
+ Entry Level - No previous experience required
**Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
+ All levels require possession of knowledge, skills and abilities (job competencies) sufficient to function effectively at the level to which assigned.
+ Knowledge of and ability to use and apply medical terminology in performing his/her duties.
+ Knowledge of coding and billing regulations.
+ Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
+ Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
+ Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.
+ Ability to demonstrate customer service skills in interactions with all patients, families and staff, including high volume and stressful situations.
+ Ability to work independently as well as an integral part of the patient care team.
+ Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures.
+ Demonstrated familiarity, knowledge and understanding of home health, practice care coordination, clinical care skills.
+ Ability to demonstrate business communication skills including speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job (including legible penmanship/handwriting, knowledge of grammar and syntax and ability to write clear and concise clinical reports)
+ Ability to learn and grasp and update clinical knowledge on a regular basis (through HealthStream classes, continuing education and other work related courses and training) to adapt to an ever changing healthcare environment.
+ Ability to learn and understand population health and disease population concepts and practices; inventory methods and practices; motivation learning; customer relationships service concepts and practices.
**Licenses and Certifications**
+ BLS - Basic Life Support required .
**These principles apply to ALL employees:**
**SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience**
_Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery._
_You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:_
+ Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
+ Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
+ Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
**Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in** **all of** **its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.**
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $31.46 - $35.40 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow.
As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care.
Learn about our awards ( and significant events ( .
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PATIENT CARE COORD II

94061 Redwood City, California Stanford Health Care

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If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
**This is a Stanford Health Care job.**
**A Brief Overview**
As a foundational level, the PCC II, is expected to learn and apply job skills, policies, and procedures to complete moderate assignments and tasks. They should exercise judgment within defined guidelines to determine appropriate actions. The PCC II responsible for facilitating smooth day-to-day clinic operations while developing the necessary skills to progress within our care delivery team.
**Locations**
Stanford Health Care
**What you will do**
+ Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
+ Clinical Expertise Development: Undertake work in assigned areas to develop the necessary expertise within a given specialty area or clinic.
+ Record Keeping and Protocol Compliance: Complete disability paperwork, maintain temperature logs, follow assigned protocols, and ensure workplace safety and infection prevention within the role's scope.
+ Patient Care: Perform patient care duties, including measuring vital signs, weight, height, rooming, drawing labs, assisting providers with medication reconciliation, and other special departmental tasks such as EKG, ear lavage, etc.
+ Clinical Administration: Handle check-in/out, virtual rooming for providers, vaccine administration, point-of-care testing, and specimen collection.
+ Clinic Maintenance: Manage weekly clinic preparation, clinic area stocking, medication, and supply ordering, and ensure timely completion of work assignments.
+ Communication and Coordination: Handle patient phone calls, prescription refills, and clinic support operations, manage CRM/In-Basket, and serve as a liaison between the provider, the patient, and the staff.
**Education Qualifications**
+ High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one of the following:(1) Certificate of completion or official transcript from a medical assisting program(2) Completion of medical assistant training by a licensed physician or podiatrist(3) Certification as medical assistant through a Medical Board of California - approved medical assistant certifying organization
**Experience Qualifications**
+ At least one year of overall experience (Including external experience) Required
**Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
+ - Knowledge of and ability to use and apply medical terminology in performing his/her duties.- Knowledge of coding and billing regulations.- Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.- Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.- Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.- Ability to demonstrate customer service skills in interactions with all patients, families and staff, including high volume and stressful situations.- Ability to work independently as well as an integral part of the patient care team.- Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures.- Demonstrated familiarity, knowledge and understanding of home health, practice care coordination, clinical care skills.- Ability to demonstrate business communication skills including speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job (including legible penmanship/handwriting, knowledge of grammar and syntax and ability to write clear and concise clinical reports)- Ability to learn and grasp and update clinical knowledge on a regular basis (through HealthStream classes, continuing education and other work related courses and training) to adapt to an ever changing healthcare environment.- Ability to learn and understand population health and disease population concepts and practices; inventory methods and practices; motivation learning; customer relationships service concepts and practices
**Licenses and Certifications**
+ BLS - Basic Life Support required .
**These principles apply to ALL employees:**
**SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience**
_Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery._
_You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:_
+ Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
+ Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
+ Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
**Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in** **all of** **its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.**
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $32.72 - $36.83 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow.
As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care.
Learn about our awards ( and significant events ( .
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Patient Care Technician - PCT

94102 San Francisco, California Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.

Posted 24 days ago

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Permanent

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Related

Education:

  • Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.

Treatment:

  • Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.

  • Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.

  • Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment

  • Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).   

  • Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.   

  • Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy. 

  • Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.   

  • Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure

  • Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.   

  • Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.

  • Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification   

  • Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.   

  • Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.   

  • Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification   

  • Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.   

  • Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.

  • Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.

  • Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.

  • Evaluate patients’ vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.

  • Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.   

  • Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.   

  • Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.   

  • Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.

Staff Related

  • Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.

Education/Communication:

  • Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices

  • Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.

  • Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.

  • Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).

  • Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.

RECORD KEEPING:

  • Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.  

  • Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.   

  • Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure

omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.

  • Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.

  • Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.   

  • Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.   

  • Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.

   

INFECTION CONTROL:

  • Assists in collecting  information for infection control audits.   

  • Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.   

  • Follows infection control Policies and Procedures   

  • Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.

   

TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:

  • Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care 

  • Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient     as allowed by state law

  • Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.   

  • Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.

  • Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.

  • Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.

  • Assists with coordination of transition to patient’s modality choice.   

  • Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

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  • The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

  • encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

    individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    • Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the

    Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable

    accommodations can be made.

    • Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.   

    • The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials   

    • The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist” devices for the heavier items.

    EDUCATION AND LICENSES:

    • High School diploma or G.E.D. required.

    • Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.

    • All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.

    • Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards

    EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

    • Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.

    • Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.

    The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

    Hourly Rate: $24 - $29

    Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.
     

    EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

    Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

    EOE, disability/veterans

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    Patient Care Manager (RN), Oncology

    94588 Pleasanton, California Stanford Health Care

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    If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
    Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
    Join our team of dedicated leaders!
    Stanford Nurses are recognized as bold leaders, compassionate healers, educators, and mentors, providing the highest standards of excellence in care while generating long-term impressions that continue to set SHC apart as the best place to work and thrive. Stanford Nursing offers a wide array of career advancement opportunities, access to the latest technologies and health care innovations, and boasts a workplace culture that encourages personal growth and work-life balance, while honoring its commitment to delivering evidence-based and patient-centered care.
    Leadership
    Now more than ever, leaders play a pivotal role in both guiding and engaging their teams. Collaboration, connectedness, and constant communication are vital during this most unique time we are all facing. Stanford Health Care provides leaders with perspectives in resilience and self-care including building on presence and trust. Leaders can also find offerings through our Talent Development Team Courses on engagement and communication, as well as situational leadership and crucial conversations. Skills learned will directly apply to this new environment we are faced with. We hope leaders will make use of what is offered and find these resources helpful throughout the professional development journey.
    Benefits
    Our core benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, an employee assistance program, savings and spending accounts, disability, life and accident insurance, and COBRA. For medical insurance, you have the choice of three generous health plans through Stanford Health Care Alliance, Aetna, or Kaiser Permanente. Each plan includes 100% coverage for preventive care, telemedicine through Teledoc, prescription drug coverage, and behavioral health coverage. Additional incentives exist for healthy choices. And so much more - Generous Leave & Time Off, Wellness Program, Special Programs, Educational Assistance, and Adoption Assistance!
    **This is a Stanford Health Care job.**
    **A Brief Overview**
    The Patient Care Manager is a Registered Nurse who provides unit leadership and works in partnership with nursing, the healthcare team, hospital/system leaders to develop a quality practice setting that support professional nursing and quality patient care. The Nurse Manager is accountable for the effective delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient patient care. Responsibilities include coordination of patient care; supervision of a professional team that includes multiple nursing and other staff as appropriate; administrative and budget management; troubleshooting of problem areas; organizational change management; ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards; quality assurance/quality improvement; safety and risk management requirements as well as actualization of hospital and unit policies, goals and objectives. Further, improving unit operations, enhancing communication and feedback, customizing education and staff roles, and accepting organizational accountability for services provided to recipients are critical outcomes expected of this role. The Nurse Manager role is critical to hospital operations and minimally accomplishes the following essential duties.
    **Locations**
    Stanford Health Care
    **What you will do**
    + Clinical Practice: Ensures the effective delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient patient care by planning, organizing, and directing the nursing services of unit(s), including the assessment of patients, implementation of physicians' orders, treatment plans and medical procedures, administration of medication and record keeping of same as well as by monitoring and evaluating patient care processes and outcomes for the patient care unit(s); coordinates nursing activities with those of other services or disciplines. Demonstrates clinical competency in assigned specialty area role models nursing practice consistent with the organizational and department mission, vision and values.
    + Communication: Communicates in a clear and effective manner to enhance team effectiveness, manage conflicts, engage employees and interdisciplinary colleagues in unit activities and performance changes. Collaborates with others within the unit and with all hospital departments and disciplines to enhance problem solving, decision making and performance improvement.
    + Fiscal Accountability: Plans and forecasts the department budget by calculating required FTES, planning annual budgets, interpreting payroll and other key fiscal reports, projecting workload as well as monitoring and enhancing productivity. Performs variance analysis by interpreting financial performance and identifying key drivers. Identifies unit/capital budget needs in collaboration with physician and nursing colleagues. Plans and implements staff scheduling, position controls and attendance control procedures.
    + Human Resources: Directs the personnel management of the employees assigned to the department consistent with state and federal labor laws, collective bargaining agreements, and nursing service and hospital philosophy, goals and policy. Ensures that new staff is interviewed, hired, trained, oriented, precepted and evaluated. Prepares and conducts employee performance appraisals. Approves transfers, promotions and other decisions affecting employee pay and status. Participates in initiating and documenting disciplinary actions and responding to grievances.
    + Leadership: Assumes twenty four (24) hour responsibility and accountability for the operation of the assigned patient care unit(s), service(s), staff, and facilities. Plans, organizes and directs short and long term departmental activities in accordance with hospital goals and accrediting organization standards. Provides leadership and direction for the staff in the patient care unit(s) while supporting and actualizing the goals of the department, division, service, and hospital. Functions as a resource to staff and interdisciplinary team members and interdepartmentally, consults on nursing care and professional nursing practice.
    + Performance Improvement: Assumes responsibility for accessing and utilizing appropriate date in order to monitor unit operations. Accountable for achieving patient and staff satisfaction targets for the organization and unit of responsibility. Develops, implements and evaluates process improvement projects/process in order to continually monitor and improve patient care.
    + Professional Development: Facilitates professional development and clinical growth of nursing staff through implementation and maintenance of unit specific competencies. Promotes and facilitates educational opportunities based on assessment of staff needs.
    + Quality Management: Supports the quality framework, which includes both clinical and service quality indicators. Creates an environment of patient care that is safe, effective, patient centered, timely, efficient and equitable.
    + Clinical Practice: Ensures the effective delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient patient care by planning, organizing, and directing the nursing services of unit(s), including the assessment of patients, implementation of physicians' orders, treatment plans and medical procedures, administration of medication and record keeping of same as well as by monitoring and evaluating patient care processes and outcomes for the patient care unit(s); coordinates nursing activities with those of other services or disciplines. Demonstrates clinical competency in assigned specialty area role models nursing practice consistent with the organizational and department mission, vision and values.
    + Quality Management: Supports the quality framework, which includes both clinical and service quality indicators. Creates an environment of patient care that is safe, effective, patient centered, timely, efficient and equitable.
    **Education Qualifications**
    + Bachelors and/or Masters in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
    **Experience Qualifications**
    + Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
    **Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
    + Ability to contribute to health care policy formulation when working in partnership with a multidisciplinary team of health care providers.
    + Ability to delegate responsibly to others, activities according to ability, level of preparation, the standards of practice and regulatory guidelines.
    + Ability to develop programs and lead process improvement projects.
    + Ability to establish the strategic direction and business plans for a functional group.
    + Ability to initiate and implement change conducive to the improvement of the quality and safety of patient care delivery.
    + Ability to provide leadership, influence others to meet patient needs and achieve shared goals, to effectively prioritize system resources to provide quality and valued patient care, promote cooperative behaviors, act as a role model, resource and mentor.
    + Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, train, and evaluate work results.
    + Ability to use information and keep abreast of developments in technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision-making in patient care.
    + Knowledge of current theories, principles, practices, standards, emerging technologies, techniques and approaches in the nursing profession, and the health care system, and the responsibility and accountability for the outcome of practice.
    + Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations; standards and guidelines of certifying and accrediting bodies; hospital and department/unit standards, protocols, policies and procedures governing the provision of nursing care in the area of assignment.
    + Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, administration, fiscal and personnel management essential to the practice of nursing in the larger context of health care.
    + Knowledge of principles, practices and current trends in health care and hospital system organization and administration sufficient to provide clinical management, leadership, coordination, and operational direction for assigned areas of responsibility.
    + Ability to contribute to health care policy formulation when working in partnership with a multidisciplinary team of health care providers
    **Licenses and Certifications**
    + California Registered Nurse (RN)-licensure
    **These principles apply to ALL employees:**
    **SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience**
    _Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery._
    _You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:_
    + Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
    + Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
    + Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
    #LI-BS1
    **Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in** **all of** **its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.**
    Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $86.41 - $114.50 per hour
    The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
    At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow.
    As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care.
    Learn about our awards ( and significant events ( .
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    Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis

    94523 Pleasant Hill, California Fresenius Medical Care North America

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    **PURPOSE** **AND** **SCOPE:**
    Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
    **PRINCIPAL** **DUTIES** **AND** **RESPONSIBILITIES:**
    **Patient Related**
    Education:
    + Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
    Treatment:
    + Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
    + Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
    + Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
    + Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
    + Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
    + Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.
    + Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
    + Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
    + Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
    + Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
    + Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
    + Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
    + Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
    + Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
    + Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
    + Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
    + Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
    + Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
    + Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
    + Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.
    **Staff Related**
    + Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
    Education/Communication:
    + Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
    + Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
    + Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
    + Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
    + Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
    **RECORD KEEPING:**
    + Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
    + Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
    + Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
    omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
    + Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
    + Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
    + Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
    + Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
    **INFECTION CONTROL:**
    + Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
    + Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
    + Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
    + Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.
    **TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:**
    + Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
    + Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
    + Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
    + Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
    + Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
    + Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
    + Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
    + Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
    **PHYSICAL** **DEMANDS** **AND** **WORKING** **CONDITIONS:**
    + The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
    encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
    individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    + Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
    Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
    accommodations can be made.
    + Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
    + The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
    + The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation.Equipmentaidsand/orcoworkersmayprovideassistance.Thispositionrequiresfrequent,prolongedperiodsof standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
    **EDUCATION** **AND** **LICENSES:**
    + HighSchooldiplomaorG.E.D. required.
    + Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
    + Allappropriatestatelicensure,education,andtraining(ifany) required.
    + Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
    **EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS** **:**
    + Previouspatientcareexperienceinahospitalsettingorarelatedfacility preferred.
    + Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
    The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.
    Hourly Rate: $24.00 - $32.00
    Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.
    **EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity**
    **Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.**
    **EOE, disability/veterans**
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    Patient Care Manager (RN) - Infectious Disease

    94305 Stanford, California Stanford Health Care

    Posted 3 days ago

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    If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
    Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
    **This is a Stanford Health Care job.**
    **A Brief Overview**
    The Patient Care Manager is a Registered Nurse who provides unit leadership and works in partnership with nursing, the healthcare team, hospital/system leaders to develop a quality practice setting that support professional nursing and quality patient care. The Nurse Manager is accountable for the effective delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient patient care. Responsibilities include coordination of patient care; supervision of a professional team that includes multiple nursing and other staff as appropriate; administrative and budget management; troubleshooting of problem areas; organizational change management; ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards; quality assurance/quality improvement; safety and risk management requirements as well as actualization of hospital and unit policies, goals and objectives. Further, improving unit operations, enhancing communication and feedback, customizing education and staff roles, and accepting organizational accountability for services provided to recipients are critical outcomes expected of this role. The Nurse Manager role is critical to hospital operations and minimally accomplishes the following essential duties.
    Patient Care Manager I vs. II designation is based on span of control, hours of operation, and level of unit complexity.
    **Locations**
    Stanford Health Care
    **What you will do**
    + Clinical Practice: Ensures the effective delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient patient care by planning, organizing, and directing the nursing services of unit(s), including the assessment of patients, implementation of physicians' orders, treatment plans and medical procedures, administration of medication and record keeping of same as well as by monitoring and evaluating patient care processes and outcomes for the patient care unit(s); coordinates nursing activities with those of other services or disciplines. Demonstrates clinical competency in assigned specialty area role models nursing practice consistent with the organizational and department mission, vision and values.
    + Communication: Communicates in a clear and effective manner to enhance team effectiveness, manage conflicts, engage employees and interdisciplinary colleagues in unit activities and performance changes. Collaborates with others within the unit and with all hospital departments and disciplines to enhance problem solving, decision making and performance improvement.
    + Fiscal Accountability: Plans and forecasts the department budget by calculating required FTES, planning annual budgets, interpreting payroll and other key fiscal reports, projecting workload as well as monitoring and enhancing productivity. Performs variance analysis by interpreting financial performance and identifying key drivers. Identifies unit/capital budget needs in collaboration with physician and nursing colleagues. Plans and implements staff scheduling, position controls and attendance control procedures.
    + Human Resources: Directs the personnel management of the employees assigned to the department consistent with state and federal labor laws, collective bargaining agreements, and nursing service and hospital philosophy, goals and policy. Ensures that new staff is interviewed, hired, trained, oriented, precepted and evaluated. Prepares and conducts employee performance appraisals. Approves transfers, promotions and other decisions affecting employee pay and status. Participates in initiating and documenting disciplinary actions and responding to grievances.
    + Leadership: Assumes twenty-four (24) hour responsibility and accountability for the operation of the assigned patient care unit(s), service(s), staff, and facilities. Plans, organizes and directs short- and long-term departmental activities in accordance with hospital goals and accrediting organization standards. Provides leadership and direction for the staff in the patient care unit(s) while supporting and actualizing the goals of the department, division, service, and hospital. Functions as a resource to staff and interdisciplinary team members and interdepartmentally, consults on nursing care and professional nursing practice.
    + Performance Improvement: Assumes responsibility for accessing and utilizing appropriate date in order to monitor unit operations. Accountable for achieving patient and staff satisfaction targets for the organization and unit of responsibility. Develops, implements and evaluates process improvement projects/process in order to continually monitor and improve patient care.
    + Professional Development: Facilitates professional development and clinical growth of nursing staff through implementation and maintenance of unit specific competencies. Promotes and facilitates educational opportunities based on assessment of staff needs.
    + Quality Management: Supports the quality framework, which includes both clinical and service quality indicators. Creates an environment of patient care that is safe, effective, patient centered, timely, efficient and equitable.
    + Clinical Practice: Ensures the effective delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient patient care by planning, organizing, and directing the nursing services of unit(s), including the assessment of patients, implementation of physicians' orders, treatment plans and medical procedures, administration of medication and record keeping of same as well as by monitoring and evaluating patient care processes and outcomes for the patient care unit(s); coordinates nursing activities with those of other services or disciplines. Demonstrates clinical competency in assigned specialty area role models nursing practice consistent with the organizational and department mission, vision and values.
    + Quality Management: Supports the quality framework, which includes both clinical and service quality indicators. Creates an environment of patient care that is safe, effective, patient centered, timely, efficient and equitable.
    **Education Qualifications**
    + Bachelors and/or Master's in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
    **Experience Qualifications**
    + Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
    **Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
    + Ability to contribute to health care policy formulation when working in partnership with a multidisciplinary team of health care providers.
    + Ability to delegate responsibly to others, activities according to ability, level of preparation, the standards of practice and regulatory guidelines.
    + Ability to develop programs and lead process improvement projects.
    + Ability to establish the strategic direction and business plans for a functional group.
    + Ability to initiate and implement change conducive to the improvement of the quality and safety of patient care delivery.
    + Ability to provide leadership, influence others to meet patient needs and achieve shared goals, to effectively prioritize system resources to provide quality and valued patient care, promote cooperative behaviors, act as a role model, resource and mentor.
    + Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, train, and evaluate work results.
    + Ability to use information and keep abreast of developments in technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision-making in patient care.
    + Knowledge of current theories, principles, practices, standards, emerging technologies, techniques and approaches in the nursing profession, and the health care system, and the responsibility and accountability for the outcome of practice.
    + Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations; standards and guidelines of certifying and accrediting bodies; hospital and department/unit standards, protocols, policies and procedures governing the provision of nursing care in the area of assignment.
    + Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, administration, fiscal and personnel management essential to the practice of nursing in the larger context of health care.
    + Knowledge of principles, practices and current trends in health care and hospital system organization and administration sufficient to provide clinical management, leadership, coordination, and operational direction for assigned areas of responsibility.
    + Ability to contribute to health care policy formulation when working in partnership with a multidisciplinary team of health care providers
    **Licenses and Certifications**
    + RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure And/Or Compact State Licensure
    **These principles apply to ALL employees:**
    **SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience**
    _Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery._
    _You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:_
    + Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
    + Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
    + Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
    #LI-MH2
    **Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in** **all of** **its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.**
    Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $86.41 - $114.50 per hour
    The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
    At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow.
    As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care.
    Learn about our awards ( and significant events ( .
    View Now

    PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR II (Medical Assistant)

    94301 Palo Alto, California Stanford Health Care

    Posted 3 days ago

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    If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
    Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
    PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR II (Medical Assistant) - ENT Surgery FP Cosmetic Most Welch Rd
    A Patient Care Coordinator (PCC/Medical Assistant) works as the point person navigating the patients from every discipline through their clinic visit at Stanford Health Care. We're looking for someone who enjoys working with patients and helping them obtain the care they need.
    Position highlights:
    Hands on experience with our top-tier health care team.
    Our departments are tight knit, collaborative and supportive as they provide quality care for patients.
    Patient Care Coordinator career ladder - ability to learn and grow within the organization.
    If you are looking for a new opportunity.consider this as your first choice in positions!
    **This is a Stanford Health Care job.**
    **A Brief Overview**
    As a foundational level, the PCC II, is expected to learn and apply job skills, policies, and procedures to complete moderate assignments and tasks. They should exercise judgment within defined guidelines to determine appropriate actions. The PCC II responsible for facilitating smooth day-to-day clinic operations while developing the necessary skills to progress within our care delivery team.
    **Locations**
    Stanford Health Care
    **What you will do**
    + Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    + Clinical Expertise Development: Undertake work in assigned areas to develop the necessary expertise within a given specialty area or clinic.
    + Record Keeping and Protocol Compliance: Complete disability paperwork, maintain temperature logs, follow assigned protocols, and ensure workplace safety and infection prevention within the role's scope.
    + Patient Care: Perform patient care duties, including measuring vital signs, weight, height, rooming, drawing labs, assisting providers with medication reconciliation, and other special departmental tasks such as EKG, ear lavage, etc.
    + Clinical Administration: Handle check-in/out, virtual rooming for providers, vaccine administration, point-of-care testing, and specimen collection.
    + Clinic Maintenance: Manage weekly clinic preparation, clinic area stocking, medication, and supply ordering, and ensure timely completion of work assignments.
    + Communication and Coordination: Handle patient phone calls, prescription refills, and clinic support operations, manage CRM/In-Basket, and serve as a liaison between the provider, the patient, and the staff.
    **Education Qualifications**
    + High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one of the following:(1) Certificate of completion or official transcript from a medical assisting program(2) Completion of medical assistant training by a licensed physician or podiatrist(3) Certification as medical assistant through a Medical Board of California - approved medical assistant certifying organization
    **Experience Qualifications**
    + At least one year of overall experience (Including external experience) Required
    **Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
    + - Knowledge of and ability to use and apply medical terminology in performing his/her duties.- Knowledge of coding and billing regulations.- Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.- Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.- Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.- Ability to demonstrate customer service skills in interactions with all patients, families and staff, including high volume and stressful situations.- Ability to work independently as well as an integral part of the patient care team.- Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures.- Demonstrated familiarity, knowledge and understanding of home health, practice care coordination, clinical care skills.- Ability to demonstrate business communication skills including speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job (including legible penmanship/handwriting, knowledge of grammar and syntax and ability to write clear and concise clinical reports)- Ability to learn and grasp and update clinical knowledge on a regular basis (through HealthStream classes, continuing education and other work related courses and training) to adapt to an ever changing healthcare environment.- Ability to learn and understand population health and disease population concepts and practices; inventory methods and practices; motivation learning; customer relationships service concepts and practices
    **Licenses and Certifications**
    + BLS - Basic Life Support required .
    **These principles apply to ALL employees:**
    **SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience**
    _Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery._
    _You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:_
    + Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
    + Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
    + Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
    **Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in** **all of** **its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.**
    Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $32.72 - $36.83 per hour
    The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
    At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow.
    As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care.
    Learn about our awards ( and significant events ( .
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