17 Recent Graduate jobs in Houston

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

This position is for graduates of an accredited school of Nursing working in a state that does not allow graduates to perform nursing duties until licensed. The specific job title used will be determined based on the state where the employee is employed.

Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse while working towards obtaining their nursing license. Employees hired into this position will be required to obtain their nursing license within 90 days of their hire date.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Care:

• Performs vascular access evaluation pre-treatment.

• Performs and records Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight and vital signs with initial identification.

• Performs vascular access cannulation and reports any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.

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

• Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.

• Monitors patients' response to dialysis therapy.

• Obtains vital signs prior to reinfusion; performs all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment and documents appropriately.

• Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.

• Obtains hemostasis and applies appropriate dressings.

• Evaluates the patient prior to discharge.

• Documents information related to patient treatment including documentation in the patient health record.

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

• Performs and documents interventions for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.

• Obtains all prescribed laboratory testing and prepares specimens for collection.

Maintenance / Technical:

• Conducts all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and documents where appropriate.

• Maintains environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensures all areas are safe and clean.

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

• Performs all required pretreatment dialysis machine set up and testing.

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

• Prepares, organizes, and efficiently utilizes supplies and equipment to prevent waste.

Clerical & Administrative:

• Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application accurately and in a timely manner.

• Reviews health care record for completeness and ensures omitted entries are completed or corrected where appropriate.

• Prepares lab requisitions for prescribed or stat lab specimens according to laboratory destination.

• Collects, labels, appropriately prepares and stores lab samples according required laboratory specifications.

• Ensures collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.

Other:

• As a condition of continued employment, you are required to obtain and maintain any required credentials or certifications necessary for your position in an active and valid status (including renewal of such credentials or certifications prior to any expiration date). In the event that your credential or certified status changes, you must notify your supervisor immediately.

• Capable of working in a challenging environment which requires the ability to handle demanding situations, multitasking, and remaining flexible to changing needs.

• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.

• Performs other related duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.

• Work includes using a desk and personal computer as well as interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position may require travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.

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

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

SUPERVISION:

• None

EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:

• Must have a nursing degree from an accredited nursing program

• Must obtain nursing license within 90 days of employment

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

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

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

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

EOE, disability/veterans

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
This position is for graduates of an accredited school of Nursing working in a state that does not allow graduates to perform nursing duties until licensed. The specific job title used will be determined based on the state where the employee is employed.
Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse while working towards obtaining their nursing license. Employees hired into this position will be required to obtain their nursing license within 90 days of their hire date.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Care:
+ Performs vascular access evaluation pre-treatment.
+ Performs and records Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight and vital signs with initial identification.
+ Performs vascular access cannulation and reports any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
+ Initiates dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
+ Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
+ Monitors patients' response to dialysis therapy.
+ Obtains vital signs prior to reinfusion; performs all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment and documents appropriately.
+ Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.
+ Obtains hemostasis and applies appropriate dressings.
+ Evaluates the patient prior to discharge.
+ Documents information related to patient treatment including documentation in the patient health record.
+ Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the nurse supervisor.
+ Performs and documents interventions for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
+ Obtains all prescribed laboratory testing and prepares specimens for collection.
Maintenance / Technical:
+ Conducts all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and documents where appropriate.
+ Maintains environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensures all areas are safe and clean.
+ Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
+ Performs all required pretreatment dialysis machine set up and testing.
+ Ensures that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
+ Prepares, organizes, and efficiently utilizes supplies and equipment to prevent waste.
Clerical & Administrative:
+ Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application accurately and in a timely manner.
+ Reviews health care record for completeness and ensures omitted entries are completed or corrected where appropriate.
+ Prepares lab requisitions for prescribed or stat lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
+ Collects, labels, appropriately prepares and stores lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
+ Ensures collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
Other:
+ As a condition of continued employment, you are required to obtain and maintain any required credentials or certifications necessary for your position in an active and valid status (including renewal of such credentials or certifications prior to any expiration date). In the event that your credential or certified status changes, you must notify your supervisor immediately.
+ Capable of working in a challenging environment which requires the ability to handle demanding situations, multitasking, and remaining flexible to changing needs.
+ Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
+ Performs other related duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.
+ Work includes using a desk and personal computer as well as interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position may require travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
+ The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
+ The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
SUPERVISION:
+ None
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:
+ Must have a nursing degree from an accredited nursing program
+ Must obtain nursing license within 90 days of employment
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
+ Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.
EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
**EOE, disability/veterans**

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
This position is for graduates of an accredited school of Nursing working in a state that does not allow graduates to perform nursing duties until licensed.  The specific job title used will be determined based on the state where the employee is employed.

Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse while working towards obtaining their nursing license. Employees hired into this position will be required to obtain their nursing license within 90 days of their hire date.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Care:

• Performs vascular access evaluation pre-treatment.
• Performs and records Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight and vital signs with initial identification.
• Performs vascular access cannulation and reports any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
• Initiates dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
• Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
• Monitors patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
• Obtains vital signs prior to reinfusion; performs all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment and documents appropriately.
• Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.
• Obtains hemostasis and applies appropriate dressings.  
• Evaluates the patient prior to discharge.
• Documents information related to patient treatment including documentation in the patient health record.
• Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the nurse supervisor. 
• Performs and documents interventions for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
• Obtains all prescribed laboratory testing and prepares specimens for collection.

Maintenance / Technical:

• Conducts all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and documents where appropriate.
• Maintains environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensures all areas are safe and clean.
• Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
• Performs all required pretreatment dialysis machine set up and testing.
• Ensures that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
• Prepares, organizes, and efficiently utilizes supplies and equipment to prevent waste.

Clerical & Administrative:

• Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application accurately and in a timely manner.
• Reviews health care record for completeness and ensures omitted entries are completed or corrected where appropriate.
• Prepares lab requisitions for prescribed or stat lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
• Collects, labels, appropriately prepares and stores lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
• Ensures collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.

Other:

• As a condition of continued employment, you are required to obtain and maintain any required credentials or certifications necessary for your position in an active and valid status (including renewal of such credentials or certifications prior to any expiration date).  In the event that your credential or certified status changes, you must notify your supervisor immediately.
• Capable of working in a challenging environment which requires the ability to handle demanding situations, multitasking, and remaining flexible to changing needs.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.  Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.
• Work includes using a desk and personal computer as well as interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position may require travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
• The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.  May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
• The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients, and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist” devices for the heavier items.

SUPERVISION:

• None

EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:

• Must have a nursing degree from an accredited nursing program
• Must obtain nursing license within 90 days of employment

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

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

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

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

EOE, disability/veterans

Graduate Engineer - MME Structural

Job Location

US-TX-Dallas | US-TX-Houston | US-TX-Austin

Req Number

2024-3295

Category

Entry Level Roles

Responsibilities

We are currently looking for a Graduate Engineer in our Austin, Houston or Dallas office. This individual will be responsible for:

Performing structural computations in the design and analysis of concrete, steel or other miscellaneous structures
• Creating analysis models and interpreting results for 2D and 3D structural frames
• Assisting with construction administrative tasks, including site visits and shop drawing review
• Understanding load paths for gravity and lateral loads and calculating applicable loads based on appropriate building codes
• Assisting with design drawings, quantities, cost estimates, specifications, reports and other project deliverables while working with the structures team
• Preparing technical studies and reports

In this position, the individual will be required to work closely with a team of Structural Engineers and/or Project Managers and other Graduate Engineers. A willingness to work in a team environment, following the standards we have in place is a must. A "can-do", client-focused attitude is crucial.

Qualifications

• Master's in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering
• 0-3 years of experience
• EIT
• Experience with Revit, Rhino or Grasshopper is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong organizational skills

Martinez Moore Engineers is an equal employment opportunity employer, and provides equal employment opportunities (including offering competitive compensation and benefit packages) to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws and encourage all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Overview

Martinez Moore Engineers, LLC is a Texas-based multi-discipline engineering firm with offices in Austin, Houston, and Dallas, and is certified by the State of Texas as a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB). We are an affiliate firm of Martinez Engineering, LLC and Walter P. Moore and Associates, Inc. Through our partnership with Walter P Moore, we bring together an unparalleled team of experienced engineers in structural and civil engineering. We engineer cost- and resource-efficient, forward-thinking solutions, which help support and shape our communities.

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At Houston Methodist, the Graduate Research Fellow position is responsible for conducting advanced and innovative research projects in biomedical sciences, which typically results in publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals with the Fellow listed as the first author. The work may be in a laboratory setting or may consist of computer work that supports the department's research mission. The Graduate Research Fellow position will work independently under general faculty supervision to conduct literature research, research hypothesis generation, research planning, experiments, data analysis, manuscript and thesis writing, as required by typical graduate degree programs.
**PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the department by actively communicating and reporting data in a comprehensive manner.
+ Role models to team members effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching, assisting in their development of such skills.
**SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Assists in maintaining the functionality and operations of the Principle Investigator's laboratory.
+ Documents research results and writes reports of results for presentation and/or publication in professional journals and other publications.
+ Conducts animal handling, which may include animal husbandry.
+ Collects and organizes storage of tissue and blood specimens.
**QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
+ Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives, standards of practice and protocols. Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes.
+ Identifies and escalates issues and opportunities for improvement. Follows up on action items to ensure completion of assignments. Contributes towards improving quality and safety scores.
**FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Practices appropriate utilization of materials and supplies to prevent unnecessary waste.
+ Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
**GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Conducts advanced and innovative research projects in biomedical sciences. Develops research methods and performs research activities. Participates in departmental projects and activities.
+ Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.
+ Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual process improvements. Remains current on professional issues and clinical skills. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
**EDUCATION**
+ Enrollment in a Master's, Medical Degree (MD) or Doctoral Degree (PhD) program required
**WORK EXPERIENCE**
+ None
**LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED**
+ N/A
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**
+ Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
+ Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
+ Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
+ Requires knowledge of sound laboratory practice
+ Familiarity with multiple research methodologies, techniques, and resources
+ Experience with database spreadsheets
**SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS**
**WORK ATTIRE**
+ Uniform No
+ Scrubs Yes
+ Business professional Yes
+ Other (department approved) No
**ON-CALL***
_*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below._
+ On Call* No
**TRAVEL***
_**Travel specifications may vary by department**_
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
**Company Profile:**
Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute, including 772 faculty and 56,250 learners. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care.
Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports more than 1,000 trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs.
Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports more than 1,387 clinical research protocols and $70.3 million in extramurally funded translational research programs.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Graduate Research Fellow position is responsible for conducting advanced and innovative research projects in biomedical sciences, which typically results in publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals with the Fellow listed as the first author. The work may be in a laboratory setting or may consist of computer work that supports the department's research mission. The Graduate Research Fellow position will work independently under general faculty supervision to conduct literature research, research hypothesis generation, research planning, experiments, data analysis, manuscript and thesis writing, as required by typical graduate degree programs.
**PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the department by actively communicating and reporting data in a comprehensive manner.
+ Role models to team members effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching, assisting in their development of such skills.
**SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Assists in maintaining the functionality and operations of the Principle Investigator's laboratory.
+ Documents research results and writes reports of results for presentation and/or publication in professional journals and other publications.
+ Conducts animal handling, which may include animal husbandry.
+ Collects and organizes storage of tissue and blood specimens.
**QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
+ Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives, standards of practice and protocols. Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes.
+ Identifies and escalates issues and opportunities for improvement. Follows up on action items to ensure completion of assignments. Contributes towards improving quality and safety scores.
**FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Practices appropriate utilization of materials and supplies to prevent unnecessary waste.
+ Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
**GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Conducts advanced and innovative research projects in biomedical sciences. Develops research methods and performs research activities. Participates in departmental projects and activities.
+ Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.
+ Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual process improvements. Remains current on professional issues and clinical skills. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
**EDUCATION**
+ Enrollment in a Master's, Medical Degree (MD) or Doctoral Degree (PhD) program required
**WORK EXPERIENCE**
+ None
**LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED**
+ N/A
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**
+ Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
+ Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
+ Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
+ Requires knowledge of sound laboratory practice
+ Familiarity with multiple research methodologies, techniques, and resources
+ Experience with database spreadsheets
**SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS**
**WORK ATTIRE**
+ Uniform No
+ Scrubs Yes
+ Business professional Yes
+ Other (department approved) No
**ON-CALL***
_*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below._
+ On Call* No
**TRAVEL***
_**Travel specifications may vary by department**_
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
**Company Profile:**
Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute, including 772 faculty and 56,250 learners. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care.
Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports more than 1,000 trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs.
Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports more than 1,387 clinical research protocols and $70.3 million in extramurally funded translational research programs.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Graduate Research Fellow position is responsible for conducting advanced and innovative research projects in biomedical sciences, which typically results in publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals with the Fellow listed as the first author. The work may be in a laboratory setting or may consist of computer work that supports the department's research mission. The Graduate Research Fellow position will work independently under general faculty supervision to conduct literature research, research hypothesis generation, research planning, experiments, data analysis, manuscript and thesis writing, as required by typical graduate degree programs.
**PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the department by actively communicating and reporting data in a comprehensive manner.
+ Role models to team members effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching, assisting in their development of such skills.
**SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Assists in maintaining the functionality and operations of the Principle Investigator's laboratory.
+ Documents research results and writes reports of results for presentation and/or publication in professional journals and other publications.
+ Conducts animal handling, which may include animal husbandry.
+ Collects and organizes storage of tissue and blood specimens.
**QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
+ Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives, standards of practice and protocols. Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes.
+ Identifies and escalates issues and opportunities for improvement. Follows up on action items to ensure completion of assignments. Contributes towards improving quality and safety scores.
**FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Practices appropriate utilization of materials and supplies to prevent unnecessary waste.
+ Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
**GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Conducts advanced and innovative research projects in biomedical sciences. Develops research methods and performs research activities. Participates in departmental projects and activities.
+ Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.
+ Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual process improvements. Remains current on professional issues and clinical skills. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
**EDUCATION**
+ Enrollment in a Master's, Medical Degree (MD) or Doctoral Degree (PhD) program required
**WORK EXPERIENCE**
+ None
**LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED**
+ N/A
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**
+ Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
+ Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
+ Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
+ Requires knowledge of sound laboratory practice
+ Familiarity with multiple research methodologies, techniques, and resources
+ Experience with database spreadsheets
**SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS**
**WORK ATTIRE**
+ Uniform No
+ Scrubs Yes
+ Business professional Yes
+ Other (department approved) No
**ON-CALL***
_*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below._
+ On Call* No
**TRAVEL***
_**Travel specifications may vary by department**_
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
**Company Profile:**
Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute, including 772 faculty and 56,250 learners. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care.
Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports more than 1,000 trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs.
Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports more than 1,387 clinical research protocols and $70.3 million in extramurally funded translational research programs.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The program is geared toward young scientists pursuing integrated; translational research focused on advancing promising new nanoscience-based technologies to improve cancer care. The fellows will commit much of their time to research and technical training. The research projects will be clinically and biologically relevant to cancer and examine nanoscience and nanotechnology as potential solutions. A detailed mentoring plan will be developed for each fellow that includes research project aims, multidisciplinary coursework, and seminar experiences. The main goal of this T32 training program is to educate future leaders in the broad field of nanotechnology with specific interests in cancer-related applications, which are keenly aware of the needs and demands of a clinical environment and the major challenges of translational research. After completing this program, the trainees will be able to demonstrate the ability to carry out independent translational research in cancer nanotechnology. Didactic coursework will prepare them to contribute to research projects that directly address barriers to the translation of nanotechnology-based approaches and to develop the skills needed to define and lead such projects.
*LEARNING OBJECTIVES*
-Learn essential writing skills through scientific writing seminars and by writing an NIH grant proposal. -
-Learn lab management skills by participating in a short hands-on course introducing laboratory and project management.
-Learn writing skills through scientific writing seminars and by writing an NIH grant proposal.
-Learn critical lab management skills by participating in a short hands-on course introducing laboratory and project management.
*ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS*
Must have been accepted into (i) the Ph.D. program in Bioengineering or Chemistry, at Rice University, and (ii) the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS) at MD Anderson.
Per NIH T32 program requirement, fellows "must be citizens or noncitizen nationals of the United States or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence at the time of appointment."
*POSITION INFORMATION*
This position will provide a salary between $15,500 - $37,00012/31/2025
*FACULTY MENTOR*
Dr. Konstantin Sokolov

New Graduate Physical Therapist PT – Home Health

We are excited to announce that Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care has joined forces with Aveanna Healthcare! Our care team and patient population have never been larger. We offer our industry-leading pediatric therapy for kids of all ages in multiple settings. We match our therapists to their patients based on medical condition, age, location, and acuity level. Our local office is looking for a compassionate PT in the following area who would like to make a positive and lasting impact in the lives of their patients.   

Find yourself at Aveanna! We are a leading national provider of home health services to medically fragile children and adults, and our mission is to revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time.

What our Therapists find at Aveanna:    

• Compassion and Purpose—1:1 therapist to patient ratio
• Community and Connection—caseloads clustered together and close to home  
• Flexibility and Understanding—full-time, part-time, or supervising only
• Growth and Inclusion—career and skillset advancement opportunities  
• Excitement and Happiness—a place to call HOME  

Benefits*     

• Market-leading Compensation Packages
• Health, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance   
• Short and Long Term Disability
• FSA and HSA plans
• Generous Paid Vacation plans   
• Electronic documentation
• Tuition reimbursement (conditions apply)   
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching   
• Employee stock purchase plan with employee discount   
• Up to $750 CEU Reimbursement Annually 
• Company-sponsored Continuing Education Courses 
• Mentor Programs 
• Awards and recognition Program   
• Employee Relief Fund   

Physical Therapist (PT) Qualifications:   

• Meets the qualifications as established by APTA or other professional organization 
• Licensed to practice Physical Therapy in the current state of practice 
• Must be willing to work in home settings
• Valid, unexpired Driver’s License and automotive insurance 
• Experienced in pediatric rehabilitative services preferred 

*Compensation may vary based on a variety of factors including: Experience, Education, Productivity, Supervision, Location and other factors.

Aveanna Healthcare  is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. 

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