10 Healthcare jobs in Caruthersville

STG International (STGi) is currently seeking a Clinic Manager to provide services at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Patient Relations Specialist, who represents the interests of Veteran patients in all areas of the clinic and coordinate care with the Medical Center and stakeholders. The position requires an understanding of the programs, processes and procedures of the clinic and relationships of various services. The position is directly linked to Customer Service, and Service Excellence program initiatives. The general duty of the Clinic Manager is to provide professional clinical services under the direction of the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) and to manage the day to day activities of the clinic.

Essential Functions:

• Perform managerial duties related to organization, leadership, and delegation of tasks, critical thinking, and prioritizing competing actions/activities.
• As the designated CBOC Safety Officer, demonstrates, understands and performs tasks related to safety and security principles and practices.
• As the designated CBOC infection Control Officer, demonstrates, understands, and performs tasks related to infection control principles and practices.
• As the designated CBOC Patient Advocacy Officer, demonstrates, understands and performs tasks related to customer service and patient satisfaction.
• As the designated CBOC Information Management/Cyber Security Officer, demonstrates, understands and performs tasks to ensure compliance with all VA policies and procedures related to information management.
• Complete and submit all mandatory reports, logs, inspections, etc. in an accurate and timely manner as directed by STGi and its Subcontractor.
• Demonstrate and utilize the basic principles of team building to create a positive work environment.
• Ensure all STGi and VA policies and procedures related to CBOC operations are implemented and enforced.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal statutes and regulations e.g. OSHA, CDC, Joint Commission.
• Ensure compliance with all contract performance measures.
• Ensure all staff are compliant with completing all encounter forms on the day of the patient's visit, but no longer than 24 hours later.
• Demonstrate, understand and ensure fiscal responsibility in CBOC management e.g. judicious use of supplies/equipment, minimal staff overtime.
• Demonstrate, understand and utilize appropriate methods in communication with staff, STGi, VAMC and all other subcontractors.
• Ensure the CBOC staff and workplace remain in a constant state of readiness for any announced or unannounced inspections/surveys e.g. Joint Commission, VAMC EOC, CBOC Operations Manager, etc.
• Work under direct supervision of a Physician for clinical practice in accordance with state and federal guidelines and rules.
• Provide primary and preventive medical care to meet the needs (physical, mental, and emotional) of patients under a limited scope of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes and within his/her skills and training.
• Provide medical patient care to the scope and standards of practice established by a nationally recognized credentialing organization representing Registered Nurses.
• Function within the scope of practice of the state and state Medical Practice Act.
• Emphasize wellness, prevention, and early detection.
• Supervise support staff in delivery of care to patients.
• Conduct preliminary review of the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) metrics.
• Compile all fire and safety reports and organizes all safety relevant clinic wide drills.
• Ensure compliance with all reporting, HIPAA, privacy, OSAHA, VA and OIG regulations within the clinic.
• Implements and monitors day to day program operations and modifications.
• Monitor patient flow activates, daily patient satisfaction and wait times.
• Monitor scheduling and patient access activities.
• Manage daily staff performance issues.
• Coordinate and lead monthly staff meetings.
• Work with STGi Program Manager and STGi Human Resources to provide counseling to staff members.
• Maintain universal precautions and infection control practices.
• Provide smooth and timely flow of patients in accordance with the VA's access standards and triage protocol.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and assist during respiratory and cardiac arrest procedures.
• Set up and operate therapeutic and emergency equipment, including monitor, electrocardiogram (EKG), oxygen, automatic electronic defibrillator (AED) and portable suction.
• Assist the CBOC staff to ensure all patient information on access/wait time documentation is complete and accurate.
• Assist the CBOC staff to ensure all patient information on electronic encounter documentation is complete and accurate.
• Comply with all federal, state, local, Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Veteran Affairs, and Subcontractor safety and operational regulations, directives and standards.
• Participate in the ongoing Performance Improvement Program between STGi and the VAMC.
• Participate in staff development programs and Performance Excellence and Peer Review Programs.
• Perform, under the Primary Care Provider's and STGi Program Manager's supervision, administrative and clerical duties.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information and supporting patients' privacy, rights, and safety.
• Manage/coordinate the CBOC's day-to-day activity.
• Act as a liaison for the Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC).
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

• Must have exceptional diplomatic communication skills and experience in handling difficult customer situations.
• Must be detailed oriented and have the ability to multi-task.
• Proven track record in advanced high level customer service and follow through a plus.
• Must be a positive, professional team player.
• Current RN state license preferred. Must comply will all state requirements and regulations.
• Possess Basic Life Support (BLS from AHA or MTN).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Software and computer skills including experience with electronic medical records systems.

• Minimum of one (1) years' experience as a clinic manager in a related area of patient care - I.e. Family Practice/Adult Practice/Women's Health.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and a graduate of an accredited program for RN from a National League for Nursing (NLN)-accredited school - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) OR Bachelor of Management in Healthcare administration preferred.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Required to respond to any medical emergency within the clinic, where a fast walk or jog may be necessary to provide assistance.

STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission.

STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.

STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Apply for this position as a Medical Technologist OR Medical Laboratory Technician with a top facility in Eastern Tennessee!

Location: Eastern Tennessee

About: Seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our healthcare team. The role involves conducting laboratory tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.

Responsibilities:

• General Laboratory position rotating through chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, microbiology, etc.
• Perform laboratory tests according to established protocols.
• Analyze samples and interpret results.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure proper functioning.
• Adhere to safety and quality control procedures.

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field.
• ASCP certification or equivalent.
• Strong laboratory skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements.

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(Job Code: 891)

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Job Type Full-timeDescriptionJob Title: Care Coordinator/Lab TechnicianReports To: Program Director and Site Medical DirectorDepartment: OperationsPurpose:Care Coordinators must be organized, personable, and capable of balancing the needs of multiple patients as well as their healthcare providers and insurance representatives to address barriers that will ensure the patient can navigate their recovery experience by demonstrating the following skills: active listening, service orientation, social perceptiveness, critical thinking, time management, active learning, good judgment and decision making, verbal communication skills, and ability to monitor for progress and needed interventional actions.Duties:The Care Coordinator will act as an integral member of the ReVIDA Recovery multidisciplinary team by supporting patients in obtaining their individualized goals, by building and strengthening linkages with community resources and family members by deliberately organizing patient care activities and sharing information among all the participants concerned with a patient's care to achieve safer and more effective care. The Care Coordinator will assist individuals in opioid use disorder treatment in developing a service plan, referrals, and linkage, ensuring the patient has access/continuity of care throughout the mental health and primary care system, ensuring each patient has resources to acquire medication, has transportation for appointments, and attends appointments. The Care Coordinator will ensure individuals have access to psychosocial rehabilitation, support, employment, and housing options while encouraging the individual to utilize community/natural supports to assist in managing substance use disorders.Physical, Emotional Demands, and Work Conditions:Work is sedentary and ambulant with occasional physical exertion (lifting 30 or more pounds, walking, standing, etc.) ability to support patient weight in case of emergency or disability requiring assistance. Must be able to see, stoop, sit, stand, bend, reach, and be mobile (whether natural or with accommodation).Quality of hearing (whether natural or with accommodation) must be acceptable. Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing. Must be able to relate to and work with mentally and physically ill, disabled, emotionally upset, and hostile patients.Must be emotionally stable and exhibit the ability to display coping skills to deal with multiple situations. Risk of exposure to infections, bloodborne pathogens, and other potentially infectious materials or contagious diseases. For this reason, "Universal Precautions" must always be followed.The care coordinator should understand, support, and comply with the established workplace violence, ADA, EEOC, and Corporate Compliance program and commit to worker safety, health, and patient safety. Subject to work schedule and shift changes.Supervision/ competency evaluations: Supervision and competency evaluations are provided through facility monitoring activities, direct observation, staff meetings, in-services, management meetings, individual meetings, Employee Improvement processes, reporting, interactions, strategic planning, outcomes, and annual competency review.Competencies:Substance Use Care Coordination supports the patient's medical, behavioral health, and other healthcare needs through the facilitation of necessary referrals to help meet the overall biopsychosocial needs of the patient. This includes addressing needs beyond the patient's medical status and issues such as unstable housing, food insecurity, childcare, and other social determinants of health. Referrals are documented and tracked.Additionally, the Care Coordinator assists individuals in addressing any barriers to completing recommended referrals, such as transportation issues, and documents these interventions and outcomes.Care coordination includes communicating the patient's needs and preferences at the right time to the right people by sharing and securely using the information and providing practical and comprehensive care to the patient.This role requires referrals to community programs and services and appropriately documenting and tracking referrals and outcomes. The Care Coordinator collaborates and documents all efforts to help the member address any barriers to access to appropriate community-based referrals.Care Coordination includes the appropriate use of and facilitation of referral to various community-based support modalities, including consideration of referral to 12-step and other self-help programs, peer recovery services, social service agencies, and other community-based resources appropriate to the member's recovery.Organizes and participates in interdisciplinary care planning that consists of at least monthly meetings of the multidisciplinary treatment team (including all relevant medical and behavioral health care professionals involved in providing and coordinating the member's care) and documents this collaboration appropriately.The Care Coordinator, in participating in the interdisciplinary treatment team meeting, will review the patient's complete medical record (including urine drug screens and laboratory tests), discuss the current status of the patient's progress toward meeting their goals as specified in their plan of care, assist in addressing any barriers toward the individual's progress in meeting their identified treatment goals as well, as the actions which the treatment team will undertake to address those barriers.The Care Coordinator will participate in identifying any new problems and goals and modification of the IPOC action plan accordingly. Other duties, as assigned.Effectively addresses and documents all barriers to completing any community-based referrals and patient needs.Tracks and maintains accurate and thorough documentation of referrals in the patient's medical record.Creates an Individualized Plan of Care (IPOC) in collaboration with Multidisciplinary Treatment Team, utilizing the required Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) template, within 30 days of admission.Promptly reviews and updates the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) at 90-day intervals and Individualized Plan of Care (IPOC) every 30 days as required.Organizes and participates in interdisciplinary care planning with the treatment team at least monthly.Effectively collaborates with all members involved with providing and coordinating patient care.Creates Individualized Aftercare Plan and Discharge Plan with collaboration from Multidisciplinary Treatment Team members.Demonstrates thorough understanding of all Department of Medical Assistance (DMAS) of Virginia Addiction Recovery Treatment Services (ARTS) program requirements and Office Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) guidelines; seeks clarification or guidance if unsure.Maintains attention to detail, actively proofreads and edits written communication & patient documentation.Effectively directs and organizes daily responsibilities & workflow.Establishes and maintains appropriate boundaries with patients, treatment team, and colleagues.Applies knowledge and experience to solve problems; consults with others as needed.Listens attentively and proactively asks questions for clarification as needed.Works in collaboration with Multidisciplinary Treatment Team membersCare Coordinator Requirements:Experience:One year of previous experience working with SUD/OUD/BH populations requiredSpecial Requirements: Knowledge of the disorder process of substance use disorders, dual diagnoses, opioid use disorder, and recovery support services required.Licensure: Tennessee : RN, LPN, MSW, BSW, or Equivalent. Virginia : RN, CSAC, CSAC-R, CSAC-A, BSW, or Equivalent (Must be registered with the Board of Virginia)Special Requirements: Knowledge of applicable State Code of Regulations and 42 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 2. Compliance with accepted professional standards and practices; Ongoing adherence to the NAADAC Code of Ethics and any other applicable Codes of Ethics for their respective profession.Continuing Education & Professional Licensing/Certification Requirements: The employee is expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as requested and required by their immediate supervisor. In addition, the employee is expected to accept personal responsibility for other educational activities to enhance job-related skills and abilities. The employee must attend mandatory educational programs and maintain current professional certifications as delineated above in their state, in good standing.While this job description is intended to reflect the job requirements, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from jobs when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate. Furthermore, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to change at the employer's discretion.