14 Healthcare jobs in Cumberland

**Are you a CNA interested in a career that provides plenty of opportunity for growth and development? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a career that offers great benefits and plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore the opportunity to join our Emergency Department at UPMC Western Maryland!**
_*Our Recruitment team will work with you to determine pay rate based on your experience. Learn about what shifts and statuses are available during the interview process. Minimum pay rate is $17.64/hr._
$5,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment for eligible candidates.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Documents in the medical record according to established procedures.
+ Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner.
+ Completes department clerical functions as needed.
+ Suggests and supports changes within the department.
+ Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges.
+ Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.
+ Supports department based projects and quality initiatives.
+ Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information.
+ Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
+ Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team.
+ Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions.
+ Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.
+ Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
+ Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN.
+ May apply, monitor and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.
+ Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director.
+ Takes action to improve knowledge, skills and performance.
+ Requests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed.
+ Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
+ Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.
+ Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments.
+ Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.
+ Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
+ Performs the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections and Foley care) AND at least four of the following BU identified tasks: phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal.
+ Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living.
+ Assists with physical, respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapies.
+ Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.
+ Suggests and supports changes within the department.
+ Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges.
+ Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.
+ Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives.
+ Must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections. All competencies must be achieved.
+ Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.
+ Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments.
+ Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.
+ Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.
+ Constructively receives feedback and direction.
+ Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director.
+ Takes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance.
+ Requests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed.
+ Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
+ Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team.
+ Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions.
+ Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.
+ Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
+ Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living.
+ Assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies.
+ Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes inpatient status.
+ Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN.
+ May apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.
+ Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information.
+ Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
+ Documents in the medical record according to established procedures.
+ Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner.
+ Completes department clerical functions as needed.
+ Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ In addition to the standard required competencies, the Patient Care Technician will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: 12-lead EKGs, phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia.
+ High school diploma or equivalent.
+ Must also have either a) 1 Year of general healthcare experience, OR b) enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, OR c) completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
+ Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class
+ Successful completion of basic information system training.
+ Microcomputer experience preferred.
+ Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
+ Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
+ Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
+ Certified Nursing Assistant **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
+ Certified Nursing Assistant required.
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
+ **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

UPMC Western Maryland is seeking Sonographers to join their team of life-changers!
The Sonographer performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. They competently perform a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative, in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
We're currently hiring for full-time and casual statuses. These positions will work various shifts, including weekend and holiday rotations. During the interview process, you'll learn more about the offered shifts and schedules, in addition to hearing about our excellent career ladder! Applicants who possess experience with vascular and obstetrics are highly encouraged to apply!
Take the next step and unlock your potential with a career at UPMC!
*UPMC is pleased to announce the offering of a $6,000 Sign-on Bonus for eligible roles in exchange for a two-year work commitment!
_*Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary, based on their individual experience and education._
Responsibilities:
+ Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
+ Assists physicians with invasive procedures, adhering to universal protocol standards.
+ Interacts with patients and co-workers, displaying caring, listening, dignity, and respect.
+ Communicates instructions clearly to patients, explaining procedures to alleviate fears.
+ Ensures exams are properly coded, tracked, networked, and charges entered.
+ Identifies patients using two identifiers and reviews patient history and physician orders.
+ Documents patient history in electronic records as required.
+ May handle High-Level Disinfection of devices, supplies, and equipment.
+ Obtains and documents cross-sectional anatomy images, correlating measurements with data charts.
+ Performs technical ultrasound procedures, using appropriate instrumentation and techniques.
+ Completion of formal training in an Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required.
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

Do you enjoy problem-solving, helping others, and feeling part of a kind and collaborative team? UPMC Western Maryland is looking for a full-time Dietitian and may be the place for you! This role will support the inpatient team, as well as some home care and outpatient nutrition support (tube feeding and TPN patients).
We are a hospital located in Cumberland, MD, a historic city along the Potomac River with a great outdoor scene, which includes local hiking/biking trails and lakes. Cumberland is surrounded by other quaint towns like Frostburg, MD and Bedford, PA and is within driving distance of Pittsburgh, PA; Annapolis, MD; Morgantown, WV; and Washington DC. At UPMC Western Maryland, our inpatient team manages all aspects of nutrition care across diverse patient populations, such as GI, renal, pulmonary, oncology, cardiac, surgical, and critical illness. We also have a growing outpatient clinic that provides Medical Nutrition Therapy, Diabetes Self-Management Training, Home Care, and other community programs.
This position is daylight with some flexibility regarding exact hours. The selected candidate will work occasional weekends and holidays.
Our recruitment team will also work with you to determine the best title (UPMC Dietitian or UPMC Dietitian II) and pay based on your experience. The requirements for Dietitian and Dietitian II are listed below with corresponding pay.
The dietitian team is grateful for the enormous support from our administrative team. We have been able to develop programs that not only benefit our community but also help us grow as dietitians and fulfill our quest for knowledge and new nutrition-related experiences. This is a great place to work!
Dietitian Responsibilities (minimum hourly pay rate - $23.14):
+ Provides quality patient care to diverse patient populations using Medical Nutrition Therapy to include assessment, goals and plan of care.
+ Demonstrates effective communication methods as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary care team.
+ Provides appropriate nutrition education and counseling based upon patient/family learning needs and abilities.
+ Writes orders appropriately as governed by the Dietitian Delegation Order system protocol.
+ Formulates a Nutrition Diagnosis and identifies malnutrition through application of Nutrition Focused Physical Assessment Exam and the nationally established criteria for identification of malnutrition.
+ Provides timely interventions as determined by Nutrition Risk level and the Plan of Care.
+ Accountable as nutrition liaison/expert to assigned units &/or committees, responding to needs and initiatives for nutrition care process improvement.
+ As required, professional communication skills (verbal and written) adaptable to all health literacy levels in regards to preparing education materials, presentations and other communications.
+ As required, knowledgeable about follows outpatient billing guidelines and performs necessary documentation to ensure compliance of client charges within regulatory requirements.
+ Participates in department-based Quality Process Improvement activities with an ability to actively endorse evidence-based practice.
+ Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
Dietitian II Responsibilities (minimum hourly pay rate - $24.96):
+ Provides quality patient care to diverse patient populations using Medical Nutrition Therapy to include assessment, goals and plan of care.
+ Demonstrates effective communication methods as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary care team.
+ Provides appropriate nutrition education and counseling based upon patient/family learning needs and abilities.
+ Writes orders appropriately as governed by the Dietitian Delegation Order system protocol.
+ Formulates a Nutrition Diagnosis and identifies malnutrition through application of Nutrition Focused Physical Assessment Exam and the nationally established criteria for identification of malnutrition.
+ Provides timely interventions as determined by Nutrition Risk level and the Plan of Care.
+ Accountable as nutrition liaison/expert to assigned units &/or committees, responding to needs and initiatives for nutrition care process improvement.
+ As required, professional communication skills (verbal and written) adaptable to all health literacy levels in regards to preparing education materials, presentations and other communications.
+ As required, knowledgeable about follows outpatient billing guidelines and performs necessary documentation to ensure compliance of client charges within regulatory requirements.
+ Participates in department-based Quality Process Improvement activities with an ability to actively endorse evidence-based practice.
+ Provides in-servicing or CEU opportunities to the multidisciplinary team at the department or facility level.
+ Mentors and trains dietetic students, interns and support personnel and provides feedback for student and program improvement.
+ Leads one department initiative annually with the ability to actively endorse evidence-based practice.
Dietitian Educational and Knowledge Requirements:
+ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.
+ Analytical skills to accurately assess, plan, and evaluate outcomes.
+ Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a diverse population and collaborate in a team environment.
+ Strong nutrition education/counseling and mentoring skills.
+ Critical thinking skills for sound decision making.
Dietitian Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) within 9 months of hire
+ Registered Dietitian (RD) within 6 months of hire
**Dietitian II Educational and Knowledge Requirements:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics degree with 2 years clinical nutrition experience and be a registered dietitian _OR_
+ Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with 1 year of clinical nutrition experience and a registered dietitian required.
+ Analytical skills to accurately assess, plan, and evaluate outcomes. Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a diverse population and collaborate in a team environment.
+ Strong nutrition education/counseling and mentoring skills.
+ Critical thinking skills for sound decision making.
**Dietitian II Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Registered Dietitian (RD) required.
+ Licensed Dietitian (LDN) required.
+ Driver's License
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

**UPMC Western Maryland is hiring a Part-time Sleep Technologist to support our Sleep Lab!**
This is a part-time, 20 hour/week position. Will work day/night shift hours, occasional weekend shifts on Sundays, no holidays required!
Title/salary will be determined at the time of offer and will be commensurate with experience. Salary range and required qualifications below are for Senior Sleep Technologist. Pay rates shown are for the Senior Sleep Technologist job title.
A senior sleep technologist is a registered position with at least 3 years of clinical experience, who works under the direct supervision of the lead sleep technologist in partnership with department's administrative and medical management. A senior sleep technologist can perform the duties defined for a sleep technologist and, as a result of expanded responsibilities, can provide oversight to other sleep center staff.
**Responsibilities:**
+ While utilizing critical thinking and following department policy and procedure under the direct supervision of the medical director or designee: Sleep study preparation, Including but not limited to review of patient chart, testing order, and proper patient identification. Sleep study set up including the application of electrodes and sensors according to AASM recommendations, with explanation of testing procedure to patient. Sleep study procedure: Perform all aspects of in-center study acquisition with a focus on quality, while delivering exceptional patient care. Perform all aspects of out-of-center study acquisition with a focus on quality, while delivering exceptional patient care. Analyze and score sleep studies. Clean equipment and patient rooms. Perform routine equipment maintenance and care. Inventory and restock lab supplies.
+ Demonstrate continued scoring competency with adequate completion of the monthly AASM ISR requirement.
+ Participate in department projects under the supervision of lead sleep technologist and manager.
+ Perform all duties in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
+ HS graduate and graduate from an education program in polysomnography accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) OR the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
+ Sleep credential from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (RPSGT), the National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT-SDS or RRT-SDS) or the American Board of Sleep Medicine (RST) is preferred. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ BLS required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
+ Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT) OR Registered Polysomnographic Technologist OR Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

UPMC Western Maryland's High-Level Care team is excited to welcome caring and dedicated Professional Staff Nurses to our Step-down unit!
The High-Level Care Unit is a 28-bed step down unit specializing in trauma, strokes, peritoneal dialysis, and intermediate care. We are looking for full-time RNs to work 36 hours per week, including shifts every other weekend and holiday. New graduate nurses are welcome to apply!
Eligible RNs may qualify for a sign-on bonus up to $20,000 with a two-year commitment!
If you're ready to make a difference, we're ready for you! Join our dynamic team and be a part of providing Life Changing Medicine to our community!
Why Choose UPMC?
+ Flexible Schedules: Learn about our various schedules and shifts during the interview.
+ Competitive Pay: Our Recruitment team will work with you to determine the best title and pay rate based on your experience. Minimum Rates of Pay: non-BSN ($3.75/hr) & BSN ( 35.50/hr)
+ Work-Life Balance: Positions rotate weekends and holidays.
UPMC is dedicated to investing in YOU from day one financially, personally, and professionally. Here's how we do it:
+ Sign-On Bonus: Up to 20,000, based on your role and experience.
+ Loan Repayment Program: Exclusively for 2023/2024 nursing graduates, offering 20,000 in loan repayment over three years (prorated for eligible flex full-time RN roles).
+ Paid Time Off: Up to five and a half weeks annually, plus seven paid holidays each year.
+ Career Growth: Dedicated career ladders, including a new nursing career ladder added this year.
+ Tuition Reimbursement: Up to 6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus UPMC employee discounts!).
Join us and climb the UPMC Nursing Career ladder from a GN to Nursing Leadership. We're excited to partner with you in your nursing career!
Below is a little bit about what you'll do:
+ System-wide Competencies: Adheres to system-wide behaviors and performs other assigned duties.
+ Clinical Development: Engages in clinical development and RN residency programs, seeks learning opportunities, and utilizes feedback to improve practice.
+ Patient Education: Identifies and addresses patient and family education needs.
+ Professional Development: Pursues continuous learning, professional development, and involvement in nursing organizations.
+ Nursing Care: Applies nursing knowledge within Relationship Based Care, communicates effectively, and demonstrates critical thinking.
+ Care Planning: Formulates care plans and daily goals, seeks guidance, and builds compassionate relationships with patients and colleagues.
+ Ethical Practice: Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance.
+ Research and Quality Improvement: Demonstrates basic research knowledge, participates in journal clubs, and identifies improvement opportunities.
+ Accountability: Takes responsibility for professional development, makes care improvement recommendations, and participates in change initiatives.
+ Leadership and Teamwork: Builds healthy relationships, sets priorities, participates in shared governance, and supports colleagues.
+ Communication and Safety: Communicates clearly, demonstrates cultural awareness, and supports workplace safety
Qualifications:
+ Experience: 0-2 years (BSN preferred).
+ Skills: Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
+ Relationships: Ability to maintain positive interactions with a diverse team and patients/families.
+ Physical Requirements: Mobility, manual dexterity, and physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
Special Programs: Flexible shift options, including night and weekend shifts with premium pay, available for those with at least 6 months of nursing experience. Interested candidates should inform their recruiter during the interview process.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse either in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located.
+ CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
+ Graduate nurses must have earned licensure within 120 days of graduation, or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU.
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
+ Registered Nurse (RN) OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)
*Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

The Behavioral Health Navigation team is hiring a part-time Behavioral Health Navigator I to support UPMC Western Maryland.
The Behavioral Health Navigator I is responsible for the assessment and navigation of patients and families in collaboration with attending psychiatrists and other staff within UPMC Western Maryland. The incumbent will develop initial treatment plan to facilitate disposition planning and assists with bed placement or disposition planning. They will have the ability to identify acuity level of patient and will facilitate the flow of information to promote effective communication regarding the patient care and patient operations and disposition.
The shift for this position will include rotating shifts and weekends. Primarily 8-hour shifts. The incumbent will work both in the Emergency Department as other medical units in the hospital.
*UNDERGRADUATE & GRADUATE (IF APPLICABLE) TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR APPLICATION*
Responsibilities:
+ Meet standards for documentation and completes all required paperwork, including psychiatric evaluation, commitment paperwork. Demonstrate ability to utilize DSMV and to develop provisional diagnosis.
+ Demonstrate knowledge of mental health laws and reviews inpatient commitment for accuracy, competencies and proper time frames.
+ Knowledge of insurance programs, processes and able to obtain authorizations as needed.
+ Participate in interdisciplinary activities such as staff meetings and other committees as assigned.
+ Maintain competency requirements.
+ Learn and utilize up-to-date technology in delivery of patient care for assessment and disposition/referral planning.
+ Efficiently take a sizable volume of calls and disposition callers to meet their needs rapidly
+ Follow outpatient scheduling or referral documentation guidelines.
+ Responds rapidly to appointment or inpatient admission requests through email, phone, or voicemail.
+ Review and summarizes the patient information for admissions to a behavioral health unit and triaging patient for appropriate placement.
+ Ability to verbally present the case to physicians and others.
+ Demonstrate triage and assessment skills for medical necessity or appropriate outpatient clinic.
+ Provides accurate, timely information to coworkers, physicians, outside agencies, with a professional and courteous manner.
+ Demonstrates expertise in accessing social systems by providing resource-specific information to patients and families, initiating contact with appropriate resources and facilitating the patient/family's ability to accept referrals.
+ Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with one-year of mental health direct care experience OR master's degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work. Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience.
+ Ability to respond calmly and effectively, using good clinical judgment to both psychiatric and medical emergencies.
+ Ability to identify problems, implement resolution, reassesses situation/problem.
+ Excellent interpersonal relations with the ability to interact in a direct, professional, tactful, gracious manner with all professional/non-professional contacts; includes all areas of verbal/non-verbal communication within the contest of direct/non-direct contact; history of excellent interpersonal relations.
+ Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
+ Ability to work under stress, with an unpredictable patient flow, in a sometimes-crowded work environment.
+ A personal disposition that is warm, friendly, caring, kind and hospitable towards patients, colleagues. Exhibit openness and willingness to learn. Flexible schedule; rotating shifts. History/record of all above services consistently delivered with a service excellent attitude.
+ Ability and willingness to work in a managed care environment. Excellent ability and history of direct, gracious, courteous, kind face-to-face, telephone and nonverbal skills.
+ May in the course of their job duties be in rooms where medications are stored.
+ No contact with medications is allowed. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

**UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to support our team on an as-needed basis.**
This is a dayshift position that will include rotating weekends and holidays. The SLP will provide support to clients in acute care, inpatient rehab, and outpatient adult services settings.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Achieves and maintains a level of productivity that meets or exceeds the standards established for the facility by the organization.
+ Prepares necessary time records.
+ Maintains current status of all pertinent criteria necessary to satisfy competency requirements for regulatory and accrediting agencies such as OSHA, TJC, and CMS and practitioner requirements for participation as a health care provider including but not limited to: required CEU's, current professional license; current curriculum vitae; current CPR certification; current TB test; current competencies in safety, age and equipment; and in some cases current automobile license and current automobile insurance. Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
+ Independently pursues professional growth and development related to this position and in lines with the mission and activities. Presents in-service and educational programs. Participates in community education and/or continuing education programs sponsored by the organization as requested.
+ Performs all job responsibilities and other duties as assigned by the facility or the organization in a manner that coincides with the mission.
+ Maintains accurate progress notes and professional records on all patients seen for speech pathology services.
+ Adheres to and supports the organizational policies, procedures and the mission, including the Corporate Compliance Program and its Code of Conduct and HIPAA regulations. This includes acceptance of the responsibility to report to the appropriate person(s) any suspected unethical, incompetent, or illegal activities or conduct.
+ Provides appropriate speech pathology treatments for all clients for whom such services are beneficial.
+ Prepares diagnostic and evaluative reports with recommendations for each person seen for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology services.
+ Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
+ Provides appropriate diagnostic evaluative services for all clients referred for Speech-Language Pathology services.
+ Compiles and reports accurate data for the financial, statistical, and administrative needs of the Speech-Language Pathology Programs.
+ Coordinates the evaluation, scheduling, and treatment programs of clients referred for Speech-Language Therapy.
+ Attends and actively participates in staff meetings, staff development, departmental committees, and in-service education programs.
+ Obtains complete and pertinent historical information on all clients referred for Speech-Language Pathology services.
+ Maintains a positive attitude and provides excellent customer service characterized by caring, concern, and support for the public, supervisors, employees, and coworkers.
+ MS, MEd or MA in Speech-Language Pathology. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competency) or meet the educational requirements for certification and be in the process of completing his or her Clinical Fellowship year.
+ CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
+ Speech Pathologists license required for state in which employee provides services.
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
+ Speech Pathologist
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

UPMC is hiring a casual Behavioral Health Navigator I to support UPMC Western Maryland.
The Behavioral Health Navigator I will be responsible for the assessment and navigation of patients and families in collaboration with attending psychiatrists and other staff within the UPMC Western Maryland Emergency Department. They will develop initial treatment plans to facilitate disposition planning and assists with bed placement or disposition planning. They will have the ability to identify acuity level of patient and will facilitate the flow of information to promote effective communication regarding the patient care and patient operations and disposition.
The incumbent will work two 8-hour rotating shifts ever 2 weeks.
*UNDERGRADUATE & GRADUATE (IF APPLICABLE) TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR APPLICATION*
Responsibilities:
+ Complete all required documentation, including psychiatric evaluations and commitment paperwork.
+ Utilize DSMV for provisional diagnoses.
+ Ensure accuracy and compliance with mental health laws and inpatient commitments.
+ Understand insurance processes and obtain necessary authorizations.
+ Participate in interdisciplinary activities and maintain competency requirements.
+ Use up-to-date technology for patient care, assessment, and referral planning.
+ Handle a high volume of calls and efficiently meet caller needs.
+ Follow outpatient scheduling and referral documentation guidelines.
+ Respond promptly to appointment or inpatient admission requests.
+ Review and summarize patient information for behavioral health admissions and appropriate placement.
+ Present cases verbally to physicians and others.
+ Demonstrate triage and assessment skills for medical necessity or outpatient clinic suitability.
+ Provide accurate, timely information to coworkers, physicians, and outside agencies.
+ Access social systems to provide resource-specific information and facilitate patient/family referrals.
+ Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work with one-year of mental health direct care experience OR master's degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work. Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience.
+ Ability to respond calmly and effectively, using good clinical judgment to both psychiatric and medical emergencies.
+ Ability to identify problems, implement resolution, reassesses situation/problem.
+ Excellent interpersonal relations with the ability to interact in a direct, professional, tactful, gracious manner with all professional/non-professional contacts; includes all areas of verbal/non-verbal communication within the contest of direct/non-direct contact; history of excellent interpersonal relations.
+ Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
+ Ability to work under stress, with an unpredictable patient flow, in a sometimes-crowded work environment.
+ A personal disposition that is warm, friendly, caring, kind and hospitable towards patients, colleagues.
+ Exhibit openness and willingness to learn.
+ Flexible schedule; rotating shifts.
+ History/record of all above services consistently delivered with a service excellent attitude.
+ Ability and willingness to work in a managed care environment.
+ Excellent ability and history of direct, gracious, courteous, kind face-to-face, telephone and nonverbal skills.
+ May in the course of their job duties be in rooms where medications are stored. No contact with medications is allowed. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**