1817 Healthcare jobs in Belmont

Summary

Alameda Health System (AHS) is seeking Full-Time and Services-As-Needed Emergency Medicine Physicians to staff San Leandro and Alameda Hospitals in the Division of Community Emergency Medicine. 

  AHS is an integrated public health system spanning 5 facilities, 4 ambulatory sites and 800 beds providing primary, specialty, Stroke, STEMI, and Level 1 Trauma in addition to supporting several residency programs. Our safety net system is dedicated to serving our surrounding communities with safe, equitable, and high-quality care guided by the AHS mission of Caring, Healing, Teaching, Serving All.   

The Division of Community Medicine team works with nurses, specialists, and support staff to provide excellent care to the East Bay's highly diverse patient community. The Division of Community Emergency Medicine is part of the Highland Hospital-based Department of Emergency Medicine.   

As a Community Emergency Medicine Physician, you will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to critical services for our patients and their families. If you are a compassionate physician who is eager to practice medicine in a collaborative, supportive setting while providing healthcare services for vulnerable populations, you will be at home at AHS.  

For more information please contact: 

• p >Sammy Hodroge MD – Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Alameda and San Leandro Hospitals (shodroge@alamedahealthsystem.org)  
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• Jorge Aceves MD – Associate Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Alameda and San Leandro Hospitals ( ) 

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• Evan Rusoja MD PhD – Chief, Division of Community Emergency Medicine ( )   

This position is right for you if you are: 

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Mission-driven: Committed to access, equity, and justice in providing excellent health care to the community of patients that AHS serves. 

• Flexible: Embraces change, welcomes feedback, and engages in critical thinking. 

• Lifelong learning: Humble and curious, continuously developing as a clinician. 

Job Summary 

Emergency Medicine physicians are responsible for providing expert, safe, efficient, patient-centered, and cost-effective care within the Emergency Department and responding to in-house emergencies at the Hospital. Their role includes triaging, taking patient histories and physical examinations, interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests, correlating subjective and objective data, diagnosing, and writing orders for all patients who present to the Department. This position reports directly to the Medical Directors and Division Chief of Community Emergency Medicine, under the overall leadership of the Chair of the Emergency Medicine Department. 

Job Responsibilities: 

Provide medical services to all patients assigned to the ED physician. 

• Consult with medical staff members about issues concerning appropriate medical services for such patients. 

• Consult and cooperate with the clinical departments to facilitate patient care. 

• Refer patients for specialty care when medically necessary. 

• Use currently accepted methods and practices of medicine, adhere to applicable standards of care, medical ethics, policies and protocols, and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record. 

• On a case-by-case basis, take all necessary actions to ensure the appropriate transfer of patients to or from medical facilities to access to skilled medical care. 

• Promote and maintain positive working relationships between medical staff and employees. 

• Help the hospital achieve goals related to patient, employee, and physician satisfaction in connection with the delivery of services. 

• Work with the quality manager to improve clinical outcomes, the quality of patient care and the efficient use of physician and hospital resources.  

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• Provide appropriate medical assessment, treatment and timely discharge of patients admitted for observation. 

• Communicate any material concerns about quality of care, delay in delivery of medical services, or any patient concerns. Adhere to the requirements and standards of The Joint Commission, accrediting agencies, and all applicable AHS policies, code of conduct, rules, and regulations. 

• Work with hospital operations and nursing to implement new procedures, controls, and systems to promote quality, cost control, reimbursement functions, and standardization of products and equipment.  

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• Provide effective and timely communications to referring or admitting physicians, patients and family about the clinical status of each patient admitted through the ED. 

• Maintain good public relations on behalf of AHS and help achieve goals related to patient/employee/physician satisfaction in connection with delivering clinical services.  

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• Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Director and the Department Chair. 

Qualifications  

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Required Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) 

• Minimum Experience: Completion of approved post-graduate residency training in Emergency Medicine from an accredited hospital or medical center. 

• Required Licenses/Certifications:  

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• Board eligibility in Emergency Medicine 

• Board Certification (expected on the appropriate schedule) 

• Compliance with the Board mandated education and training to maintain State licensure and board certification. 

• Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California. 

Pay Range: $169.66-$179.86 / Hour 

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous, comprehensive benefits program. 

Summary

Alameda Health System (AHS) is seeking Full-Time and Services-As-Needed Emergency Medicine Physicians to staff San Leandro and Alameda Hospitals in the Division of Community Emergency Medicine. 

  AHS is an integrated public health system spanning 5 facilities, 4 ambulatory sites and 800 beds providing primary, specialty, Stroke, STEMI, and Level 1 Trauma in addition to supporting several residency programs. Our safety net system is dedicated to serving our surrounding communities with safe, equitable, and high-quality care guided by the AHS mission of Caring, Healing, Teaching, Serving All.   

The Division of Community Medicine team works with nurses, specialists, and support staff to provide excellent care to the East Bay's highly diverse patient community. The Division of Community Emergency Medicine is part of the Highland Hospital-based Department of Emergency Medicine.   

As a Community Emergency Medicine Physician, you will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to critical services for our patients and their families. If you are a compassionate physician who is eager to practice medicine in a collaborative, supportive setting while providing healthcare services for vulnerable populations, you will be at home at AHS.  

For more information please contact: 

• p >Sammy Hodroge MD – Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Alameda and San Leandro Hospitals (shodroge@alamedahealthsystem.org)  
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• Jorge Aceves MD – Associate Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Alameda and San Leandro Hospitals ( ) 

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• Evan Rusoja MD PhD – Chief, Division of Community Emergency Medicine ( )   

This position is right for you if you are: 

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Mission-driven: Committed to access, equity, and justice in providing excellent health care to the community of patients that AHS serves. 

• Flexible: Embraces change, welcomes feedback, and engages in critical thinking. 

• Lifelong learning: Humble and curious, continuously developing as a clinician. 

Job Summary 

Emergency Medicine physicians are responsible for providing expert, safe, efficient, patient-centered, and cost-effective care within the Emergency Department and responding to in-house emergencies at the Hospital. Their role includes triaging, taking patient histories and physical examinations, interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests, correlating subjective and objective data, diagnosing, and writing orders for all patients who present to the Department. This position reports directly to the Medical Directors and Division Chief of Community Emergency Medicine, under the overall leadership of the Chair of the Emergency Medicine Department. 

Job Responsibilities: 

Provide medical services to all patients assigned to the ED physician. 

• Consult with medical staff members about issues concerning appropriate medical services for such patients. 

• Consult and cooperate with the clinical departments to facilitate patient care. 

• Refer patients for specialty care when medically necessary. 

• Use currently accepted methods and practices of medicine, adhere to applicable standards of care, medical ethics, policies and protocols, and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record. 

• On a case-by-case basis, take all necessary actions to ensure the appropriate transfer of patients to or from medical facilities to access to skilled medical care. 

• Promote and maintain positive working relationships between medical staff and employees. 

• Help the hospital achieve goals related to patient, employee, and physician satisfaction in connection with the delivery of services. 

• Work with the quality manager to improve clinical outcomes, the quality of patient care and the efficient use of physician and hospital resources.  

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• Provide appropriate medical assessment, treatment and timely discharge of patients admitted for observation. 

• Communicate any material concerns about quality of care, delay in delivery of medical services, or any patient concerns. Adhere to the requirements and standards of The Joint Commission, accrediting agencies, and all applicable AHS policies, code of conduct, rules, and regulations. 

• Work with hospital operations and nursing to implement new procedures, controls, and systems to promote quality, cost control, reimbursement functions, and standardization of products and equipment.  

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• Provide effective and timely communications to referring or admitting physicians, patients and family about the clinical status of each patient admitted through the ED. 

• Maintain good public relations on behalf of AHS and help achieve goals related to patient/employee/physician satisfaction in connection with delivering clinical services.  

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• Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Director and the Department Chair. 

Qualifications  

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Required Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) 

• Minimum Experience: Completion of approved post-graduate residency training in Emergency Medicine from an accredited hospital or medical center. 

• Required Licenses/Certifications:  

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• Board eligibility in Emergency Medicine 

• Board Certification (expected on the appropriate schedule) 

• Compliance with the Board mandated education and training to maintain State licensure and board certification. 

• Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California. 

Pay Range: $169.66-$179.86 / Hour 

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous, comprehensive benefits program. 

Summary

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, directs the professional and support nursing personnel and provides  individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Performs related duties as required.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification, however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level.  Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

• Assists in developing and conducting quality improvement studies/activities.
li>Assumes the role of leadership in the absence of Administration during after hours, weekends, and holidays. Resource for the supervisor is the Administrator on-call; assumes a leadership role within the hospital during the time of disaster and other crisis situations. Contacts appropriate persons and gives directions to hospital staff.
• Assures the establishment and maintenance of a system of administration of a unit which facilitates patient and family-centered care and the promotion of staff satisfaction.
• Assures the establishment and maintenance of the organizational structure of a unit which promotes effective and economic utilization of personnel and supplies; assures availability and operability of supplies and equipment.
• Communicates regularly with immediate supervisor to report on status of activities, studies, trends, programs, resources, personnel, needs and problems.
• Contributes to the establishment of Nursing Department goals and objectives and promotes their achievement; interprets and implements charge system as well as policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Identifies staff with growth potential and makes recommendations to the nursing administration; reviews progress of employees and prepares with others the performance evaluations records and the content of associated guidance sessions; participates in interviewing, evaluating and recommending nursing personnel for employment and promotion.
• Implements consistently the standards set by State and National regulatory and/or accrediting agencies; monitors the regularity of programs providing for infection control, quality assurance, continuity of care, teaching of patients, and coordination of care with other departments.
• Makes regular rounds to all patient areas on the unit to evaluate status of patient care, operation and environment of the unit, staff needs and patients' perception of care.
• Immediately remedies any issues identified.
• Obtains and incorporates when feasible suggestions and recommendations from staff.
• Participates in the determination and implementation of patient care and documentation standards and quality assurance program criteria and monitors the documentation of their achievement.
• Plans and conducts staff development programs pertinent to unit needs and makes recommendations for programs to meet broader needs; contributes to the development of staff performance standards, monitors activities of personnel and evaluates achievement of performance standards.
• Prepares documentation to support requests for continuing enhancement of nursing capabilities and make budgetary recommendations on personnel, supplies, equipment,
• remodeling and contracts.
• Promotes an environment therapeutic for patients, pleasant for personnel and visitors and conducive to ease of communication, to respectful and impartial treatment of employees and patients, and to learning by staff and students.
• Promotes cordial and productive patterns of communication and relationships with medical staff and inter/intra-departmental personnel.
• Responds promptly to employee problems and grievances.
• Responsible for effective bed management and patient flow throughout the house.
• Reviews priorities of patient care and unit operation and makes adjustment in resources and/or staffing; contributes to adoption of master staffing schedule to unit operation; maintains approved personnel assignments, time allowance and records and personnel policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.

Minimum Experience: One year full-time, continuous experience as a Clinical Nurse III or three years

experience as a Clinical Nurse II with AHS, or four years full-time, continuous experience in a large facility in the clinical area of application. (NOTE: a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from a recognized school may be substituted for one year of the required experience.)

Required License/Certifications: CCRN - Critical Care Registered Nurse is desirable.

Required Licenses/Certifications: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - issued by AHA -

American Heart Association, may be required per facility or unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Required Licenses/Certifications: Acquire certification in chemotherapy within one year of hire (certain

positions only)

Required Licenses/Certifications: BLS - Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart

Association. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty

according to patient care policies.

Required Licenses/Certifications: CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse is desirable (for Emergency Department positions)

Required Licenses/Certifications: Certification as a Public Health Nurse in the State of California (required for certain positions).

Required Licenses/Certifications: Completion of Perinatal Safety Modules within 3 months of hire. Evidence of completion and continuing annual competency must be in the employee file and/or AHS’s learning management system (LMS) (for certain positions).

Required Licenses/Certifications: Coronary Care Unit certification (required for certain positions at Fairmont Hospital's Monitoring Unit).

Required Licenses/Certifications: CPI -Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (required for all positions at

John George Psychiatric Pavilion; and preferred for certain positions in the Emergency Department).

Required Licenses/Certifications: MICN - Mobile Intensive Care Nursing certification (required for certain

positions).

Required Licenses/Certifications: NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification- AHA American Heart Association (required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies).

Required Licenses/Certifications: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification- AHA American Heart Association (Required for Emergency Department or if overseeing or providing pediatric care on a regular basis).

Required Licenses/Certifications: TNCC -Trauma Nurse Core Course (Required for Emergency department).

PAY RANGE

$73.81 to $103.78 per hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.

Summary

SUMMARY: The Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) - Invasive Specialist assists the Radiologist and Cardiologist in the Interventional Radiology/Cardiac Catheterization Lab in the performance of invasive procedures and provides a safe environment for the patient. The Interventional Services CRT assumes responsibility for the acquisition and processing of state-of-the-art imaging as well as the efficient operation of the equipment in the Interventional Radiology/Cardiac Catheterization Lab. The Interventional Services CRT will also participate in monitoring, scrubbing, and circulating duties. This classification reports directly to the Director of Cardiovascular Services.  Performs related duties as required.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : NOTE : Following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

1. Responsible for Quality Control on radiology imaging equipment, fluoroscopy check and radiation protection for the professional staff and Physicians.

2. Functions as a contributing member of the Interventional Radiology/Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory team, working in conjunction with cardiologists, radiologists, registered nurses, and cardiovascular technicians.

3. Provides the technical skills necessary to assist the physician in performing Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Catheterization procedures.

4. Provides a safe environment for the patient during their Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Catheterization procedures

5. May function as a Scrub Assistant, ensuring maximum compliance to principles of aseptic/sterile technique by self and members of the team. Ensures adequate floor and room stock are available for imaging procedures.

6. Assists in the recording, storing, retrieval and analyzing data obtained during the interventional cardiovascular procedures.

7. Assists in monitoring patient. Including but not limited to: Hemodynamic data/ECG/Angiographic data. Recognition of changes of the above, documenting as necessary and reporting to physician and other team members in a time sensitive fashion.

8. Assists with preparation of radiologic and other laboratory equipment to be used during the procedure while adhering to the principles of aseptic/sterile technique. Maintains and evaluates equipment, and troubleshoots equipment as needed.

9. Provides a safe environment for the patient during their stay in the Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Performs circulatory duties during invasive procedures in the Lab, including gathering and organizing equipment, instruments and supplies necessary for the performance of Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Radiology procedures, and providing emergency ACLS interventions appropriate to their scope of practice.

10. Assist RN/MD with monitoring for moderate sedation during Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Radiology procedures.

11. Can apply ACLS protocols and emergency drug knowledge during critical situations to ensure patient safety within RT scope of practice.

12. May assist RN/MD with pre-, intra-, and post procedure assessments on all patients to meet nursing needs and to assist and consult with the physician and other professional staff.

13. Provides patient education.

14. Assumes on call duty as assigned. Responds within 30 minutes to the hospital for emergency procedures.

15. Participates in promoting a healthful, safe, and therapeutic environment for patient and families; sets up and controls the environment essential for infection control.

16. Participates in the implementation of patient care standards, infection control standards and quality assurance criteria; assist with conducting studies; participates in unit and other meetings.

17. Contacts physicians and/or other departments to obtain or provide patient information

18. Accompanies, assists, and represents the needs of patients to other providers

19. Contacts physicians and/or other departments to obtain or provide patient information

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and  abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education : Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
 
Minimum Experience : Three years recent experience in Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory with interventional cardiology/STEMI is required.(One year must be within the last two years).  Interventional radiology experience preferred.
 
RequiredLicenses/Certifications : ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - issued by AHA - American Heart Association.

RequiredLicenses/Certifications : BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA - American Heart Association.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Current California Fluoroscopy permit required.
 
RequiredLicenses/Certifications : Possess a valid current certificate as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State ofCalifornia. Valid ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification or equivalent education approved by the state of California.
 
RequiredLicenses/Certifications : RCIS Eligible preferred - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist.  RCIS eligible within two years of hire.  RCIS exam must be taken and passed within 1 year of eligibility.

Pay: $76.10 /Hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.

Additional Information

Note: We are seeking a highly experienced and RCIS - certified Radiologic Technologist - Invasive Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate should have experience covering STEMI calls, structural heart, vascular IR cases, and EP procedures. Key responsibilities include the ability to function in a cardiac catheterization procedural suite. Cardiac and peripheral angiograms, EP studies and peacemaker insertions. Interventional radiology procedures. Monday through Friday four 10-hour shifts with rotating call of 13.5 hours during the week and occasional weekends.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and  abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education : Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
 
Minimum Experience : Three years recent experience in Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory with interventional cardiology/STEMI is required.(One year must be within the last two years).  Interventional radiology experience preferred.
 
RequiredLicenses/Certifications : ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - issued by AHA - American Heart Association.

RequiredLicenses/Certifications : BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA - American Heart Association.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Current California Fluoroscopy permit required.
 
RequiredLicenses/Certifications : Possess a valid current certificate as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State ofCalifornia. Valid ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification or equivalent education approved by the state of California.
 
RequiredLicenses/Certifications : RCIS Eligible preferred - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist.  RCIS eligible within two years of hire.  RCIS exam must be taken and passed within 1 year of eligibility.

Summary

Alameda Health System offers outstanding benefits that include:

• 100% employer health plan for employees and their eligible dependents
li>Unique benefit offerings that are partially or 100% employer paid
• Rich and varied retirement plans and the ability to participate in multiple plans.
• Generous paid time off plans

Role Overview:

Alameda Health System is hiring! Under the direction of the Vice President of Care Management, the Director of Inpatient System Care Management manages the day-to-day operations of the inpatient Care Management across all AHS facilities, including post-acute care facility for ensuring efficient patient flow, beginning when a patient is admitted to the facility and ending with a safe and clinically appropriate discharge.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification.  However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level.  Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

Accountable for Patient Care Coordination activities including system-wide Case Management, Care Coordination and Discharge Planning.
• Aligns Case Management with AHS strategic and operational objectives.
• Optimizes efficient care management/care coordination roles and processes, initiates process improvements.
• Develops, monitors and evaluates inpatient Care Management Metrics; manages the collection, analysis and presentation data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources, including but not limited to avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS.
• Develops, maintains and implements Case Management policies, practices and procedures in accordance with CMS, CA DCHS, the Joint Commission, Title 22 and other regulatory agencies and overall hospital policies; integrates managed care contract criteria into overall Case Management functions.
• Works closely with the VP of Care Management and Physician Advisors on any audits and secondary reviews; may include but not limited to direct and coordinate data gathering, chart audits and participants in internal and external meetings.
• Oversees educational needs and plan for inpatient Care Management division.
• Recruits, trains and coaches the management staff to assist them with performing optimally and provides appropriate discipline/structure; consults and assists Care Management managers with problem-solving with staffing, personnel issues, budget issues and resource management; reviews and evaluates management staff performance, initiates personnel transactions and meets hospital standards for performance evaluations.
• Supports the VP of CM with completion of financial analyses including cost of care to reimbursement, denials management, and non-reimbursed services, promoting effective resource utilization, clinical documentation/queries, quality care and patient safety; oversees the inpatient recovery process; works closely with Revenue Cycle and AHS Physician Advisors; regularly communicates with payors and/or their contracted vendors.
• Responsible for the coordination and support of the AHS Utilization Review Committee.
• Responsible for overseeing patient, physician and staff satisfaction based on quality outcomes and patient experience reporting; in conjunction with the Quality Leadership, identifies utilization issues affecting the quality of patient care.
li>Provides AHS physicians, nursing and staff education including InterQual® criteria methodology, resource management, medical necessity guidelines, payer sources, clinical outcome metrics, length of stay initiatives, readmission strategies, reimbursement rules and medical record documentation requirements. li>Serves as Content Expert/Liaison to community agencies, AHS and Non AHS primary care provider network and all AHS stakeholders across all AHS facilities (i.e. Nursing and Hospital Administrators) for provision of care and services across the continuum of care.
• In conjunction with department managers and/or supervisors coordinates, develops, and implements action plans to respond to areas felt to be in need of improvement related to patient flow and care coordination across the continuum.
• Assumes accountability for improving utilization metrics associated with department/unit and meeting organizational/departmental targets.
• Evaluates, plans, and executes changes in department procedures, equipment and supplies.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required Education: Master's degree in Nursing or Master's degree in Social Work or related field.
• Required Experience: Seven to ten years of case management or quality experience in addition to progressive management experience in a large healthcare organization is required.
• Preferred Experience: N/A

Required Licenses/Certifications: Active licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California or valid license as a Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California Board of Behavior Science Examiners; active BLS - Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association; CPI -Crisis Prevention Intervention Training; Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Certification in Case Management, CCMC or ACM.

Summary

Alameda Health System (AHS) is seeking Full-Time and Services-As-Needed Emergency Medicine Physicians to staff San Leandro and Alameda Hospitals in the Division of Community Emergency Medicine. 

  AHS is an integrated public health system spanning 5 facilities, 4 ambulatory sites and 800 beds providing primary, specialty, Stroke, STEMI, and Level 1 Trauma in addition to supporting several residency programs. Our safety net system is dedicated to serving our surrounding communities with safe, equitable, and high-quality care guided by the AHS mission of Caring, Healing, Teaching, Serving All.   

The Division of Community Medicine team works with nurses, specialists, and support staff to provide excellent care to the East Bay's highly diverse patient community. The Division of Community Emergency Medicine is part of the Highland Hospital-based Department of Emergency Medicine.   

As a Community Emergency Medicine Physician, you will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to critical services for our patients and their families. If you are a compassionate physician who is eager to practice medicine in a collaborative, supportive setting while providing healthcare services for vulnerable populations, you will be at home at AHS.  

For more information please contact: 

• p >Sammy Hodroge MD – Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Alameda and San Leandro Hospitals (shodroge@alamedahealthsystem.org)  
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• Jorge Aceves MD – Associate Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Alameda and San Leandro Hospitals ( ) 

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• Evan Rusoja MD PhD – Chief, Division of Community Emergency Medicine ( )   

This position is right for you if you are: 

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Mission-driven: Committed to access, equity, and justice in providing excellent health care to the community of patients that AHS serves. 

• Flexible: Embraces change, welcomes feedback, and engages in critical thinking. 

• Lifelong learning: Humble and curious, continuously developing as a clinician. 

Job Summary 

Emergency Medicine physicians are responsible for providing expert, safe, efficient, patient-centered, and cost-effective care within the Emergency Department and responding to in-house emergencies at the Hospital. Their role includes triaging, taking patient histories and physical examinations, interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests, correlating subjective and objective data, diagnosing, and writing orders for all patients who present to the Department. This position reports directly to the Medical Directors and Division Chief of Community Emergency Medicine, under the overall leadership of the Chair of the Emergency Medicine Department. 

Job Responsibilities: 

Provide medical services to all patients assigned to the ED physician. 

• Consult with medical staff members about issues concerning appropriate medical services for such patients. 

• Consult and cooperate with the clinical departments to facilitate patient care. 

• Refer patients for specialty care when medically necessary. 

• Use currently accepted methods and practices of medicine, adhere to applicable standards of care, medical ethics, policies and protocols, and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record. 

• On a case-by-case basis, take all necessary actions to ensure the appropriate transfer of patients to or from medical facilities to access to skilled medical care. 

• Promote and maintain positive working relationships between medical staff and employees. 

• Help the hospital achieve goals related to patient, employee, and physician satisfaction in connection with the delivery of services. 

• Work with the quality manager to improve clinical outcomes, the quality of patient care and the efficient use of physician and hospital resources.  

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• Provide appropriate medical assessment, treatment and timely discharge of patients admitted for observation. 

• Communicate any material concerns about quality of care, delay in delivery of medical services, or any patient concerns. Adhere to the requirements and standards of The Joint Commission, accrediting agencies, and all applicable AHS policies, code of conduct, rules, and regulations. 

• Work with hospital operations and nursing to implement new procedures, controls, and systems to promote quality, cost control, reimbursement functions, and standardization of products and equipment.  

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• Provide effective and timely communications to referring or admitting physicians, patients and family about the clinical status of each patient admitted through the ED. 

• Maintain good public relations on behalf of AHS and help achieve goals related to patient/employee/physician satisfaction in connection with delivering clinical services.  

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• Perform other duties as assigned by the Medical Director and the Department Chair. 

Qualifications  

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Required Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) 

• Minimum Experience: Completion of approved post-graduate residency training in Emergency Medicine from an accredited hospital or medical center. 

• Required Licenses/Certifications:  

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• Board eligibility in Emergency Medicine 

• Board Certification (expected on the appropriate schedule) 

• Compliance with the Board mandated education and training to maintain State licensure and board certification. 

• Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California. 

Pay Range: $169.66-$179.86 / Hour 

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous, comprehensive benefits program. 

Summary

SUMMARY: Under close supervision, the Radiology Technologist II performs a variety of duties in the
Department of Radiology/ Imaging Services of Alameda Health System. Performs various diagnostic
imaging examinations of patients as directed for diagnostic and treatment purposes according to
established procedures. Performs related duties as required.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE : The following are the duties performed by employees in these classifications; however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in these classifications.

1.  Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with designate areas or procedures as required

2.  Performs all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties as determined by employer.

3.  Produces radiographs, positions and transfers patients. Provides immobilization devices as required.

4.  Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis

5.  Selects and operates all imaging equipment as directed

6.  Develops film by automatic processing and must also be proficient in utilizing the Picture Archival Communications (PACS) System.

7.  Provides protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards

8.  Assists physician in administering opaque media

9.  Responsible for delegated areas of authority in the performance of routine, angiographic and computerized tomography procedures.

10.  May be responsible for specific areas of technical instruction in the school of technology, in service training and the training of ancillary personnel.

11.  Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination

12.  Maintains adequate records as directed

13.  Maintains orderliness and cleanliness

14.  Secures and returns supplies

15.  Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department

16.  Rotates assignments within the department and by assigned shifts as required.

17.  Assists in rooming of patients.

18.  May be required to assist in the development of technical factors and film selection.

19.  May assist in the use of a variety of equipment or procedures not routinely taught

20.  May assist in the training of students

21.  Performs other related duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education : High School diploma or equivalent.
 
Minimum Experience : One year of continuous recent experience as a radiologic technologist.
 
Minimum Experience : Recent experience in acute care setting in a full service hospital as a radiologic technologist.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA-American Heart Association.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the State of California Department of Health Services.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : If mammographic examinations are performed, must have valid mammography certification.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification or equivalent education approved by the state of California. 

Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid certificate as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health.

Pay Range: $76.16 / Hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.  

Additional Information

Note: Specifically for OR, Pain and GI clinic working with c-arm and o-arm. Flexible shifts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education : High School diploma or equivalent.
 
Minimum Experience : One year of continuous recent experience as a radiologic technologist.
 
Minimum Experience : Recent experience in acute care setting in a full service hospital as a radiologic technologist.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA-American Heart Association.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the State of California Department of Health Services.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : If mammographic examinations are performed, must have valid mammography certification.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification or equivalent education approved by the state of California. 

Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid certificate as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health.

Summary

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Educator II (CE) performs educational activities that validate, develop, maintain and enhance skills and competencies relative to patient care. The CE is responsible for developing and implementing AHS Onboarding and Orientation Program, Annual Education Program, Continuing Education (CE) Courses, staff competency validation, and any ongoing educational in-services. The CE is also a resource for developing orientation and annual staff education for all levels of nursing personnel and non-nursing personnel and providing input into the development/revision of evidence-based policies and procedures. The CE must work effectively as a team member and must use good interpersonal skills in all contact with patients, staff and physicians. The CE works collaboratively with organizational leaders across departments in assessing, planning and implementing needs assessment, educational program, and staff competency validation for all levels of nursing personnel and non-nursing personnel as indicated for professional development and regulatory compliance.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification, however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

• Accurately maintains education files, including orientation program, annual skills competencies, LMS records and any other competencies. Pulls requested employee education files as needed for managers and/or any regulatory agencies.
li>Assists AHS leadership team during regulatory hospital surveys with multiple requests by the surveyors. Collaborates with AHS leadership team to develop a corrective action plan for any regulatory surveys. Collaborates with AHS leadership team to evaluate and complete the Periodic Performance Review (PPR) as required by the Joint Commission.
• Assists in organizing and presenting to the staff educational in-services on an ongoing basis on new equipment, new organizational initiatives, policies, procedures, regulatory updates and requirements and any other educational needs as requested by management and/or staff. Collaborates with the Director of Clinical Education in developing educational programs based on quality process improvement needs.
• Develops monthly and annual education calendar based on identified educational  needs. Acts as a resource person to AHS staff for any equipment, policy or procedure related issues. Provides hands-on training / assistance to staff and/or coordinates vendor in-services as needed to promote better learning / understanding. Maintains and/or updates Education Intranet page to notify staff about any educational opportunities in the Bay area.
< i>Collects and assesses data and information related to education needs and other pertinent situations, including identification of trends, issues and supporting data to determine a comprehensive education program for assigned units/clinics including classroom, clinical experiences and learning technologies.
• Develops competency-based hospital orientation program for all AHS staff and assists in organizing the department of hire orientation. Assesses and revises competencies as needed to meet regulatory obligations. When necessary, collaborates with AHS Human Resources Department and departmental managers in coordinating AHS new hire onboarding, orientation, execution of organizational initiatives, and educational programs.
• Develops curricula that is reflective of evidence-based practice and uses the appropriate methods of teaching to accommodate learning styles and different learning  environments.
< i>Evaluates outcomes of the educational programs and utilizes findings for continued improvement; incorporates objective assessment of classroom and clinical performance into evidence-based evaluation framework; applies measurement instruments and statistical analysis, seeking consultation when needed.
• Fosters achievement of goals and objectives.
• Identifies factors that affect staff's ability to fulfill their job responsibilities, collaborates with management to effect appropriate change in systems and sustainable desired  outcomes.
< i>Integrates relevant research outcomes into nursing professional development practice through effective learning activities and process improvement.
• Organizes annual competency for all nursing. Assesses and revises competencies as needed to meet regulatory obligations. Develops annual educational review courses with post-tests or other validation methods for all staff utilizing Elsevier Learning Management System (LMS) E-Learning system. Acts as the AHS LMS Administrator to develop and assign new courses to staff and keep track of staff’s LMS completion status. Updates the staff and the managers on the completion status on a regular basis.
< i>Participates in AHS committees and develops educational plan as needed for any issues that require further staff education. Assists nursing leadership with reviewing and revising AHS Policies and Procedure prior to final approval by Clinical Practice Council (CPC).
• Participates in continuing education provider unit as a Nurse Planner; utilizes Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), The Joint Commission and CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) criteria to assess needs, plan, implement and evaluate continuing nursing education activities.
• Participates in quality performance improvement activities.   
Participates in strategic planning, ad hoc projects and educational activities as assigned for the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
li>Plans educational programming for new or changing programs of care; assists in development of evidenced-based clinical policies and procedures as requested.
• Plans, develops, and evaluates the Nursing preceptor program to enhance the orientation process and the retention of staff; serves as a role model through educational programs and ongoing coaching and mentoring.
li>Serves as a liaison with colleges/universities for student integration and practicum within the clinical setting as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Required Education : Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing; Bachelors of Science in Nursing .(BSN), Master’s Degree in Nursing, Business, Public Health, Public Policy, and/or Education. For current AHS employees, Master’s required within 2 years of assuming the position.

Preferred Education : Master’s Degree in Nursing, Business, Public Health, Public Policy, and/or Education. Completion of graduate degree within 5 years of hire is highly desirable.

Required Experience : Three (3) years of relevant nursing experience in an acute care setting for external hires and one (1) year of experience with orientation and education of nursing staff in clinical setting; experience in education program design and evaluation using adult learning principles.

Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California; & Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification issued by the American Heart Association.

PAY RANGE

$55.23 to $92.04 per hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.  

Summary

SUMMARY: Under close supervision, the Radiology Technologist II performs a variety of duties in the
Department of Radiology/ Imaging Services of Alameda Health System. Performs various diagnostic
imaging examinations of patients as directed for diagnostic and treatment purposes according to
established procedures. Performs related duties as required.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE : The following are the duties performed by employees in these classifications; however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in these classifications.

1.  Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with designate areas or procedures as required

2.  Performs all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties as determined by employer.

3.  Produces radiographs, positions and transfers patients. Provides immobilization devices as required.

4.  Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis

5.  Selects and operates all imaging equipment as directed

6.  Develops film by automatic processing and must also be proficient in utilizing the Picture Archival Communications (PACS) System.

7.  Provides protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards

8.  Assists physician in administering opaque media

9.  Responsible for delegated areas of authority in the performance of routine, angiographic and computerized tomography procedures.

10.  May be responsible for specific areas of technical instruction in the school of technology, in service training and the training of ancillary personnel.

11.  Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination

12.  Maintains adequate records as directed

13.  Maintains orderliness and cleanliness

14.  Secures and returns supplies

15.  Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department

16.  Rotates assignments within the department and by assigned shifts as required.

17.  Assists in rooming of patients.

18.  May be required to assist in the development of technical factors and film selection.

19.  May assist in the use of a variety of equipment or procedures not routinely taught

20.  May assist in the training of students

21.  Performs other related duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education : High School diploma or equivalent.
 
Minimum Experience : One year of continuous recent experience as a radiologic technologist.
 
Minimum Experience : Recent experience in acute care setting in a full service hospital as a radiologic technologist.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA-American Heart Association.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the State of California Department of Health Services.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : If mammographic examinations are performed, must have valid mammography certification.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification or equivalent education approved by the state of California. 

Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid certificate as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health.

Pay Range: $65.30 - $82.90 / Hour

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.

Additional Information

Note: CT trained with experience and registered required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education : High School diploma or equivalent.
 
Minimum Experience : One year of continuous recent experience as a radiologic technologist.
 
Minimum Experience : Recent experience in acute care setting in a full service hospital as a radiologic technologist.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA-American Heart Association.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the State of California Department of Health Services.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : If mammographic examinations are performed, must have valid mammography certification.
 
Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification or equivalent education approved by the state of California. 

Required Licenses/Certifications : Valid certificate as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health.