6 Healthcare jobs in Ketchikan

PeaceHealth is seeking a Patient Sitter - Medical for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $18.08 $27.12. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc. Be part of a cohesive team and provide continuous visual monitoring of patient(s) while also verbally redirecting them from engaging in at-risk behaviors.

PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of Southeast Alaska since 1923 with Ketchikan Medical Center, a 25-bed critical-access hospital offering comprehensive trauma care, outpatient and home health services, and a 29-bed long-term care facility. Primary and specialty medical care is provided by PeaceHealth Medical GroupKetchikan and Prince of Wales Island. Our Trauma IV emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, staffed by physicians who are independent contractors employed by National Emergency Services (NES). Discover PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center and the friendly, family-orientated community in scenic Southeast Alaska.

Details of the position:

• Utilizes observational skills to provide continuous visual monitoring, support and observation of assigned patients.
• Coordinates relief when leaving the patient's room in order to maintain constant patient observation.
• Maintains visual patient observation at all times. Verbally redirects patient as needed to ensure patient safety.
• Summons nursing staff if the patient requires assistance with activity or ADLs.
• Provides patient with explanations as necessary. Escalates to clinical staff on unit when necessary.
• If patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others, escalates to clinical staff on the unit.
• Ensures patient's primary language, if other than English, is assigned in system by nursing staff.
• Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues and ensures patient environmental safety. Seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reports findings to charge nurse.
• Escalates any patient safety hazard identified in room to clinical staff unit.
• Participates in safe patient hand-off at break or change of shift.

What you bring:

• High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent.
• 1 year Preferred: of patient care experience.
• Required: Basic Life Support.

Working conditions:

• Lifting: Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
• Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
• Bending/stoop/squat/reach/kneel frequently.
• Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions:

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual:

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

For a full position description or for questions, please contact Vicki Greenwald:

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth is seeking a Patient Access Representative - Rehab Therapy for a Per Diem/Relief, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $23.94 - $32.32. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.Job SummaryAssists in coordinating the activities between scheduling, insurance verification and pre-certification. Acts as a clinical liaison with physician practices interacting with pre-visit services. Details of the Position:Pre-registers/registers patients with accurate patient demographic, financial data. May register patients using varying methods depending upon location, which may include mobile cart.Collects patient balances, co-payment, co-insurance, or other payment types.Verifies coverage and ensures all insurance requirements are met, as well as obtaining all prior authorization and/or referrals as appropriate prior to patient arrival.Responds to customer's inquiries.Assists with departmental coverage as needed.Manages daily appointment schedules which may include reminder calls and calling all referrals.May transport patients utilizing escort or wheeled transport equipment.Performs other duties as assigned.What you bring:High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalentMinimum of 1 year Required: Medical office or related customer service experience andPreferred: Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and OutlookSkillsDemonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology and CPT/ICD-10 coding. (Preferred)Knowledge of insurance process and regulations. (Preferred)Must be able to manage conflict effectively and professionally. (Required)Excellent time management skills, with an emphasis on meeting time sensitive deadlines. (Required)Good customer service skills and good interpersonal skills. (Required)Department / Location Specific NotesPHMG and Outpatient Clinics:Strong background in customer service may be considered in lieu of medical office or related experience.Southeast Alaska - PHMG:May work with healthcare team to obtain VA/Tricare or State of Alaska Medicaid Authorization for medical care and/or travel, including air or ground transportation and lodging/meals for patients and their escorts (if applicable), who are referred by PeaceHealth to medical facilities in and outside of the State of Alaska.When necessary, effectively communicates with care team, VA/Tricare, or State of Alaska Medicaid travel on behalf of patient and referring provider. Maintains VA and/or State of Alaska log; accurately tracking authorization status and voucher usage for stocking adequate supply.Working ConditionsConsistently operates computer and other office equipment.Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.Sedentary work.Predominantly operates in an office environment.Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.For additional information or questions, please email Jen Worthington at or call .PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth is seeking aPatient Sitter - Medical for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $18.08 - $27.12. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.Be part of a cohesive team and provide continuous visual monitoring of patient(s) while also verbally redirecting them from engaging in at-risk behaviors.PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of Southeast Alaska since 1923 with Ketchikan Medical Center, a 25-bed critical-access hospital offering comprehensive trauma care, outpatient and home health services, and a 29-bed long-term care facility. Primary and specialty medical care is provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group-Ketchikan and Prince of Wales Island. Our Trauma IV emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, staffed by physicians who are independent contractors employed by National Emergency Services (NES). Discover PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center and the friendly, family-orientated community in scenic Southeast Alaska: of the positionUtilizes observational skills to provide continuous visual monitoring, support and observation of assigned patients. Coordinates relief when leaving the patient's room in order to maintain constant patient observation.Maintains visual patient observation at all times. Verbally redirects patient as needed to ensure patient safety. Summons nursing staff if the patient requires assistance with activity or ADLs.Provides patient with explanations as necessary. Escalates to clinical staff on unit when necessary.If patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others, escalates to clinical staff on the unit.Ensures patient's primary language, if other than English, is assigned in system by nursing staff.Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues and ensures patient environmental safety. Seeks assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reports findings to charge nurse. Escalates any patient safety hazard identified in room to clinical staff unit.Participates in safe patient hand-off at break or change of shift.What you bringHigh School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent.1 year Preferred: of patient care experience.Required : Basic Life Support.Working conditionsLiftingPatient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.Environmental ConditionsExposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.Mental/VisualVision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.For a full position description or for questions, please contact Vicki Greenwald: is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.See how PeaceHealth is committed toInclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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PeaceHealth is looking for a Hospitalist to join our team in Ketchikan, Alaska!

Ketchikan, Alaska is a friendly, family-oriented community in scenic Southeast Alaska, just an hour and a half flight from Seattle. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, cultural art aficionados or for those seeking a small-town, leisure lifestyle. Enjoy the idyllic scenery, abundant wildlife, and great opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating. Entrance to the famed Inside passage, a network of waterways, Ketchikan is on an island accessible by jet or ferry. Excellent schools, and a strong local economy, the Ketchikan community boasts an incredibly rich, native culture. The southern tip of the panhandle calls itself the Salmon Capital of the World.

Ideal Candidate

• Board Certified MD/DO
• Willing to work a block schedule of 7 on/7 off, rotating between days & nights

Practice Highlights

• Hospitalist team consists of 3 full time, 3 part time and per diem pool
• 25 bed critical access hospital with 4 bed ICU
• Average daily census of 8-12
• Dedicated call room
• EPIC EMR System

Department/Location Specific Notes:

• Certification in BLS, ACLS, or PALs required as a condition of employment within 30 days of hire.

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Guaranteed first-year salary (based on 1.0 FTE): $362,555.44/yr.

Employment bonus/Relocation Assistance/Education Loan Reimbursement

Robust Clinician Wellbeing Program

CME: up to $3,800 per calendar year for CME and/or professional dues/fees (based on 1.0 FTE; prorated for lower FTE)

Comprehensive Benefit package including Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability/Life/Wellness/Retirement

Contact: Manjit Kaur, Physician & Clinician Recruiter

PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of Southeast Alaska since 1923 with Ketchikan Medical Center, a 25-bed critical-access hospital offering comprehensive trauma care, outpatient and home health services, and a 29-bed long-term care facility. Primary and specialty medical care is provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group Ketchikan and Prince of Wales Island. Our Trauma IV emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

PeaceHealth has exceptional benefits.

EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable laws.