8 jobs found in Vail

POSITION PURPOSE: Transcribe medication orders into the hospital information system, fill orders for parenteral or oral medication, monitor patient drug therapies, and provide drug information. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Interpret medication orders and accurately transcribe them into the computerized patient medication profile. Monitor drug therapy regimens to evaluate drug selection and dosing, and make recommendations for therapy alterations to the LIP. Provide care based upon physical, motor/sensory, psychosocial, and safety that is appropriate for the age of the patient served. Direct and supervise pharmacy technicians. Provide pharmacokinetic consult services for patients receiving aminoglycocides and other high-risk medications. This also involves interpreting lab data for these medications Detect and report adverse drug reactions and medication errors according to the approved method Monitor warfarin patients for therapeutic compliance by testing the INR. Adjust warfarin dosing to maintain INR within appropriate therapeutic range. Order enoxaparin bridging therapy per protocol. Provide direct patient education when requested. Participate in compliance auditing as requested. Precept pharmacy students Compound and dispense pharmaceuticals, including sterile, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition products. Role models the principles of a Just Culture. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Experience in the healthcare industry is required. Previous experience with a changing work load, schedule, and priorities is preferred. License(s): Must have ability to obtain and maintain a State of Colorado Registered Pharmacist license. Certification(s): Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required Basic Life Support (BLS) by the American Heart Association required Computer / Typing: Must be adept at typing and using various computer programs. Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

POSITION PURPOSE: The Inpatient Occupational Therapist is responsible for the overall coordination of clinical functions of the inpatient setting. Primary job duties to provide direct patient care involving evaluation, treatment, assessment and education of adaptive equipment and devices, communication with hospital interdisciplinary team members, and family/ caregiver education as appropriate. The Occupational Therapist creates an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by providing patient safety and patient-centered treatment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Provide skilled occupational therapy in accordance with physician plan of care. Assist in improving patient’s functional level by applying appropriate tests and measures in the development and revision of plan of care. Promotes and has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to physical, psychosocial and developmental needs for neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients. Establish occupational therapy interventions based upon the evaluation and examination, physician orders, life roles, and patient goals for therapy. Provides care relating to the needs of patients in multiple areas including but not limited to; Patient Care Unit, Patient Acute Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Surgical/Medical Centers, and Obstetrics Department (if qualified to do so per specific MD order). Educations and instructs patient, family or care givers in the phases of occupational therapy in which they may assist the client; instructs in the use of prosthetics, splint wear and care, orthotic devices and durable medical equipment, as appropriate to ensure safe and successful discharge. Will be responsible for developing skills to independently fabricate common static splits per MD order. Treats patient to relieve pain, develop and restore function and maintain maximum individualized performance using occupational therapy treatments, modalities, and procedures as described in the occupational therapy plan of care. Develops and maintains individualized patient progress records including change of status with accuracy, communicates change of condition to involved staff. Submits appropriate documentation and billing by end of treatment day. Participates in continuing education course, in-service presentations for clinical staff including non-therapist staff and reviews professional publications. Complies with federal, state and local legal and certification requirements. Role models the principles of a Just Culture. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: License(s): Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Colorado Occupational Therapy license. Certification(s): Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA). Computer / Typing: Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

POSITION PURPOSE: Performs diagnostic examinations, ensures image quality, patient safety, radiation safety, and patient and physician satisfaction. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs all radiographic examinations according to VVMC protocols. Maintains constructive collaborative communication with patients, families, physicians, co-workers, and other members of health care team to contribute to continuity of care. Maintains established department policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality assurance, safety, environmental standards, radiation protection standards, infection control standards, and universal precautions. Identifies each patient and reviews exam order for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis. Reviews consistency of all demographic information including physician’s name and signature, patient’s name, and date. Maintains working knowledge and use of the VVMC HIS and PACS computer systems to ensure quality patient documentation. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: One year of experience in radiology preferred. Certification(s): American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Basic Life Support (BLS) by the American Heart Association. Computer / Typing: Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

POSITION PURPOSE: Performs CLIA moderate and high complexity laboratory tests and analyses; recognizes and corrects problems; possesses in depth knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and instruments; correlates and interprets test results. Provides physicians with rapid and accurate test results. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs CLIA moderate and high complex lab testing, automated and non-automated, in hematology, chemistry, blood bank, microbiology, coagulation, serology, and molecular diagnostics. Performs, statistically evaluates, troubleshoots, and records quality control, calibrations, validations on test assays. Performs and records preventive maintenance on lab instrumentation. Identifies, evaluates, and performs corrective maintenance on lab equipment. Validates, correlates with patients' diagnosis, interprets, & reports laboratory test data; enters data into LIS system and reviews it's completeness and accuracy. Reports and interprets data to physicians, infection control, regulatory agencies, as required. Performs specimen collection, handling, processing, storage. Evaluates specimens quality for testing and troubleshoots deviations. Assists in the development of QA and QI projects; collects and tabulates QA data. Assists with training and education of new med techs and lab assistants. Maintains competency and continuing education in general lab practices. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: 3 years in a CLIA high complexity lab required. Certification(s): MLS(ASCP) = ASCP certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or MT(AMT) or AMT certification as a Medical Technologist required Computer / Typing: Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

POSITION PURPOSE: Serves as a resource person for all members of the respiratory and health care team. Responsible for performing all aspects of Respiratory Therapy. JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs direct patient care on the patient care floors while participating in daily operational activities as necessary. Demonstrates competency and compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards. Helps to train, educate, and set up education for all current and new staff for the Respiratory Service Area. Maintains constructive collaborative communication with patients, patient's family, physicians, co- workers and other members of health care team to contribute to continuity of care. Following competency validation, performs diagnostic cardiology procedures including EKG, Cardiac event recorder, holter monitor, EEG, Pulmonary function testing, Peak Flows, Pulse Oximetry titration walks, and stress tests. Draws Arterial Blood Gasses, runds samples, controls daily maintenance, and troubleshoots the analyzer. Acts as a resource on interpretation of results per Joint Commission/CAP/CLIA regulations. Attends Trauma, Code Blue and Rapid Response Team emergencies. Assists with establishment and maintenance of airway. Demonstrates ability to give and receive feedback and incorporates this into work. Gives feedback on employees for performance reviews. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems and resolves conflicts appropriately. Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Vail Health Values. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Two years of experience in an acute care hospital accredited by the Joint Commission. Experience in the care of neonatal, pediatric critical patient care. License(s): Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Colorado Respiratory Therapist license. Certification(s): Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.

POSITION PURPOSE: Operates ultrasound units to obtain images for the use in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Positions patients, assists physicians, and provides for patient and staff safety. Ensures that files and records are properly completed. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Perform all VVMC ultrasound examinations according to VVMC protocols and in compliance of ACR accreditation. Maintain constructive, collaborative communication with patients, patients’ families, physicians, co-workers, and other members of health care team to contribute to continuity of care. Review each examination for technical accuracy and present completed examinations to appropriate radiologist. Accurately use of the HIS and PACS computer systems to document patient information. Monitor supply inventory and notify appropriate staff for ordering when stock is low. Keep exam and dressing rooms stocked and neat. Abide by all hospital and department policies and procedures to ensure patient safety. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant. Experience: Previous experience performing radiographic and ultrasound examinations preferred. Must have the analytical skills required to determine the best method of obtaining exams with minimal or no supervision. Must have the interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and co-workers. Certification(s): Must be registered (or eligible to register) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and be ARDMS registered. BLS required.

POSITION PURPOSE: Serves as a resource person for all members of the respiratory and health care team. Responsible for performing all aspects of Respiratory Therapy. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs direct patient care on the patient care floors while participating in daily operational activities as necessary. Demonstrates competency and compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards. Helps to train, educate, and set up education for all current and new staff for the Respiratory Service Area. Maintains constructive collaborative communication with patients, patient's family, physicians, co- workers and other members of health care team to contribute to continuity of care. Following competency validation, performs diagnostic cardiology procedures including EKG, Cardiac event recorder, holter monitor, EEG, Pulmonary function testing, Peak Flows, Pulse Oximetry titration walks, and stress tests. Draws Arterial Blood Gasses, runds samples, controls daily maintenance, and troubleshoots the analyzer. Acts as a resource on interpretation of results per Joint Commission/CAP/CLIA regulations. Attends Trauma, Code Blue and Rapid Response Team emergencies. Assists with establishment and maintenance of airway. Demonstrates ability to give and receive feedback and incorporates this into work. Gives feedback on employees for performance reviews. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems and resolves conflicts appropriately. Role models the principals of a Just Culture and Vail Health Values. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Two years of experience in an acute care hospital accredited by the Joint Commission. Experience in the care of neonatal, pediatric critical patient care. License(s): Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Colorado Respiratory Therapist license. Certification(s): Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.

POSITION PURPOSE: Perform diagnostic MRI examinations while ensuring quality, efficiency, and continuity of patient care and image exam throughput and workflow. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assist other techs as needed, ensure quality and efficient clinical workflow, and handle difficult situations as they arise. Review each examination for technical accuracy, send completed examinations to radiologist, and communicate pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure. Identify each patient and review each patient’s exam order, either hard copy or in computer system, for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis and all demographic information, including physician’s name and signature, patient’s name and date of birth. Participate in the daily operation and record-keeping of MRI Department to maintain ACR accreditation. Maintain established hospital and department policies. Abide by the VVMC Code of Conduct practices. Maintain expert knowledge and practice of MRI patient safety. Abide by all VVMC patient safety policy and procedures. Accurately use the HIS and PACS computer systems to document patient information. Monitor supply inventory and notify appropriate staff for ordering when stock is low. Keep exam and dressing rooms stocked and neat. Maintain constructive collaborative communication with patients, patient's family, physicians, co-workers and other members of health care team to contribute to continuity of care. Safely perform all MRI examinations according to VVMC exam protocols and ACR guidelines. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: 1-2 years of previous MRI Tech experience preferred. Previous experience in healthcare required. License(s): Licensed for MRI's with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required Certification(s): Basic Life Support (BLS) by the American Heart Association Reqiured. Computer / Typing: Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.