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Description: The Phlebotomy Specialist II is responsible for collecting patient specimens using proper protocols for patient identification, vein and tube selection, labeling in an outpatient setting. The phlebotomy specialist promotes exceptional customer service, and fosters a customer centric, professional setting that contributes to a positive and productive work environment. The position requires travel to offsite locations and the flexibility to work all shifts, weekends and holidays as needed. Requirements High School Diploma/GED Ability to collect adult and pediatric patients in hospital, outpatient, or long-term care facility Training in a phlebotomy program preferred Phlebotomy certification preferred Skills Reasoning ability and good independent judgement. Strong interpersonal, computer and communication skills. Ability to collect blood samples from both adult and pediatric patients using venipuncture and capillary collections in...

Description: The Phlebotomy Specialist II is responsible for collecting patient specimens using proper protocols for patient identification, vein and tube selection, labeling in an outpatient setting. The phlebotomy specialist promotes exceptional customer service, and fosters a customer centric, professional setting that contributes to a positive and productive work environment. The position requires travel to offsite locations and the flexibility to work all shifts, weekends and holidays as needed. Requirements High School Diploma/GED Ability to collect adult and pediatric patients in hospital, outpatient, or long-term care facility Training in a phlebotomy program preferred Phlebotomy certification preferred Skills Reasoning ability and good independent judgement. Strong interpersonal, computer and communication skills. Ability to collect blood samples from both adult and pediatric patients using venipuncture and capillary collections in...

Description: Perform a variety of technical tasks involved in operating radiographic equipment and making radiographs of designated portions of the body. Requirements ARRT registered or registry-eligible in Radiologic Technology Come join the Augusta Health team located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Fishersville, VA. Augusta Health is an independent, community hospital recognized as one of Healthgrades’ 50 Best Hospitals in America. Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of our community through access to excellent care. We build trust and peace of mind through our core values of patient-and community-centeredness, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork. Equal Opportunity Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including...

Description: Coordinate and participate in the administration of respiratory therapy modalities to adult, adolescent, pediatric, infant, and newborn patients with respiratory related difficulties in accordance with physician’s instructions. The registered therapist must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s departmental policies and procedures. Reports to the Director of Respiratory Services and receives input from the Charge Therapist. Experience: A minimum of 1 year acute care experience functioning as a Respiratory Therapist is desired. Experience with adult, pediatric, and newborn patients is preferred. Education: Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care...

Description: Coordinate and participate in the Neurodiagnostic testing of adult, adolescent, pediatric, and infant using specialized equipment as directed by the physician’s instructions. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span, possess the ability to assess testing data reflective of the patient’s status and provide feedback to the interpreting neurologists. Patient interactions are conducted according to the Augusta Way and in an age specific manner. Follow the testing procedures as described in the unit’s departmental policies and procedures. Reports to the Director of Respiratory Services and receives input from the Charge Therapist. Requirements: Experience : A minimum of 1 year experience in a hospital setting serving the needs of inpatients and outpatients in any capacity. Prior testing experience in EEG or a Sleep Lab setting will be beneficial. Will be willing to train a motivated candidate with patient centered...

Description: CT Technologist performs diagnostic patient examinations with computerized tomography using ionizing radiation according to established procedures. Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of CT technology. Maintains work area in an efficient organized state, following all safety and confidentiality guidelines. Maintains high professional standard of conduct and patient care, while exemplifying and promoting Augusta Health values. Requirements Should have one or more years of CT specific experience Must be registered in radiology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology with documented Continuing Education to maintain registration/certification. Advanced CT Registry/Certification for CT Tech II Must have documented experience in performing venipuncture initiating IV Therapy and/or willing to complete the required training and examination in this area.

Description: Reviews appointment schedules and suggests changes necessary to provide maximum use of the available resources (re: equipment and staff) in order to assure the most efficient service to the patients and physicians. Operates and maintains proficiency on all Ultrasound equipment within the department in order to provide quality imaging. Performs patient procedures and provides appropriate scanning techniques and images. Images are labelled with correct name and identification number. Requirements Experience Required Previous hospital experience preferred Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program Successfully completion of physics boards and abdominal boards through ARDMS License Requirements * Candidate must be CPR Certified * Registered with ARDMS in Abdomen (If not registered at time of hire, abdominal registry must be completed within 6 months of employment) Company Information Augusta Health is a mission-driven, independent,...

Description: Perform a variety of technical tasks involved in operating radiographic equipment and making radiographs of designated portions of the body. Requirements ARRT registered or registry-eligible in Radiologic Technology Come join the Augusta Health team located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Fishersville, VA. Augusta Health is an independent, community hospital recognized as one of Healthgrades’ 50 Best Hospitals in America. Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of our community through access to excellent care. We build trust and peace of mind through our core values of patient-and community-centeredness, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork. Equal Opportunity Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including...

Description: This position will be located at Crozet Primary Care & Fishersville Internal Medicine and provide clinical support to the physician as needed and will provide direct care to patients. Duties include performing as a member of the team and assisting in the administration and maintenance of an efficiently operated clinic. The LPN or CMA: Accurately performs and documents assigned duties under the direction and supervision of the physician in accordance with the medical model of care as provided by the State Board of Nursing. Initiates implementation of processes and has access to all operational components of the office as required by daily operation. Has access to operational components of a practice includes access to physician’s office, medical records, medical supplies and locked drug closets|refrigerators. Requirements CPR certified Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the State of Virginia or Must be a...

Description: The Outpatient Clinical Documentation (CDS) Specialist is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, specificity, and compliance of clinical documentation in the ambulatory setting, with a strong focus on risk adjustment and HCC capture. This role would report to Pop Health but would work with the Augusta Medical Group (AMG) providers to support the providers by validating diagnoses, improving documentation quality, and enhancing outpatient workflows. Unlike traditional inpatient CDS roles, the Outpatient CDS Specialist focuses on ambulatory documentation, outpatient coding guidelines, and clinical decision support tools to ensure documentation accurately reflects patient complexity and supports value-based care initiatives. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s in nursing or equivalent experience Licensed Registered Nurse in Virginia Coding Certification with 6 months of hire if not already certified. Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience...

Description: Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the Mental Health Worker, Behavioral Health Emergency Services provides direct patient care services to patients with psychiatric disorders in the emergency room setting. The Mental Health Worker, Behavioral Health Emergency Services must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the Emergency Room. The Mental Health Worker, Behavioral Health Emergency Services is expected to be able to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures, while maintaining the Augusta Health Service Standards. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent BLS within 30 days of hire De-escalation certification within 30 days of hire and annually Preferred Qualifications: Associates degree in mental health preferred Healthcare and/or Human Services experience preferred Skills: Must...

Description: The Inpatient Staff Pharmacist is responsible for the evaluation, preparation and dispensing of medications from the Augusta Health Inpatient Pharmacy in accordance with all applicable professional standards, facility procedures, and legal requirements. Primary job duties include: Primarily works as a pharmacist in the main pharmacy and it's satellites. Rotates through first and second shift, every 3rd weekend and the occasional 3rd shift. While on duty, ensure that all drug procurement, storage, preparation, distribution and dispensing activities are performed in manner that ensures full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and national standards of practice. Supervise pharmacy technicians, technician trainees, and pharmacist interns while on duty. This includes monitoring, prioritizing, and directing workflow and workload. Checks technician work for accuracy, completeness and quality; assures appropriate techniques are utilized in the...

Description: The physical therapist is responsible for evaluating all patients across the life span assigned to them, determine short-term and long-term goals in conjunction with the patient and other team members when appropriate, develop and implement a comprehensive treatment program to meet these goals without direct supervision, and perform these tasks in a timely, effective manner that corresponds to the normal productivity standards for the department. Additional responsibilities will include administrative assignments as assigned. Physical Therapists will adhere to all state and federal regulations that apply to the practice of physical therapy. Experience Desired * Two years of clinical experience is preferred. One year of experience in a specialized area is preferred. License Requirements * Current or eligible for licensure in the State of Virginia. License Desired * Membership in state and national professional organizations is preferred. Equal...

Description: The physical therapist is responsible for evaluating all patients across the life span assigned to them, determine short-term and long-term goals in conjunction with the patient and other team members when appropriate, develop and implement a comprehensive treatment program to meet these goals without direct supervision, and perform these tasks in a timely, effective manner that corresponds to the normal productivity standards for the department. Additional responsibilities will include administrative assignments as assigned. Physical Therapists will adhere to all state and federal regulations that apply to the practice of physical therapy. Experience Desired * Two years of clinical experience is preferred. One year of experience in a specialized area is preferred. License Requirements * Current or eligible for licensure in the State of Virginia. License Desired * Membership in state and national professional organizations is preferred. Equal...

Description: This position will be located at the Urology Clinic and provide clinical support to the physician as needed and will provide direct care to patients. Duties include performing as a member of the team and assisting in the administration and maintenance of an efficiently operated clinic. The LPN or CMA: Accurately performs and documents assigned duties under the direction and supervision of the physician in accordance with the medical model of care as provided by the State Board of Nursing. Initiates implementation of processes and has access to all operational components of the office as required by daily operation. Has access to operational components of a practice includes access to physician’s office, medical records, medical supplies and locked drug closets|refrigerators. Requirements CPR certified Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the State of Virginia or Must be a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the State...

Description: This position will be located at the Waynesboro, Staunton, Stuarts Draft . and provide clinical support to the physician as needed and will provide direct care to patients. Duties include performing as a member of the team and assisting in the administration and maintenance of an efficiently operated clinic. The LPN: Accurately performs and documents assigned duties under the direction and supervision of the physician in accordance with the medical model of care as provided by the State Board of Nursing. Initiates implementation of processes and has access to all operational components of the office as required by daily operation. Has access to operational components of a practice includes access to physician’s office, medical records, medical supplies and locked drug closets|refrigerators. Requirements CPR certified Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the State of Virginia Some benefits of working at...

Description: Under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse, the OB technician is responsible for assisting in the nursing care and surgical services in the maternity services area including the provision of patient care necessary for comfort, hygiene, data collection, and documentation. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit or within his/her department. Must be able to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures, while maintaining the Augusta Health Service Standards. Call and weekend rotation required with 30-minute response time. Required Education High School Diploma or Equivalent & complete internal PCT program within 30 days of hire, or Certified Nursing Assistant Course Educational requirements per hospital certifications (Example: Stroke, Orthopedic/Spine) Required Licensure/Certification Basic Life...

Description: The Clinical Nurse Educator – Critical Care Unit is responsible for coordinating, planning, executing, evaluating and providing education activities and orientation programs to nursing staff. Planning will be in collaboration with the Professional Practice & Development team. Updates and facilitates nursing competencies, policies and procedures and special projects as assigned. The Clinical Nurse Educator – Critical Care unit will serve as a resource to nursing leadership, staff and preceptors in the areas of nursing process, clinical knowledge and skills. This role will have a dotted line to the Director for Professional Practice & Development. Requirements Current and valid Registered nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or from a state that is part of a Compact agreement with Virginia Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or obtain in 24 months upon hire Minimum of 3 years recent experience as a practicing registered nurse or adult...

Description: The Clinical Laboratory Assistant is required to perform the following laboratory services: Performs blood collection using the appropriate collection method and techniques. Performs and reports accurate laboratory patient and quality control testing. Verifies proper patient identification and maintains patient confidentiality. Reports and documents critical laboratory values according to policy. Perform drug screen and breath alcohol collections as needed. Maintains proper inventories and correctly uses supplies and reagents. Performs laboratory equipment trouble-shooting and maintenance. Monitors equipment performance and makes repairs or initiates service requests. Investigates, documents, and resolves routine problems or complaints. Maintains competency. Performs other related duties as assigned by the section supervisor or department director. Requirements Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technologist program...

Description: The Clinical Laboratory Assistant is required to perform the following laboratory services: Performs blood collection using the appropriate collection method and techniques. Performs and reports accurate laboratory patient and quality control testing. Verifies proper patient identification and maintains patient confidentiality. Reports and documents critical laboratory values according to policy. Perform drug screen and breath alcohol collections as needed. Maintains proper inventories and correctly uses supplies and reagents. Performs laboratory equipment trouble-shooting and maintenance. Monitors equipment performance and makes repairs or initiates service requests. Investigates, documents, and resolves routine problems or complaints. Maintains competency. Performs other related duties as assigned by the section supervisor or department director. Requirements Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technologist program...

Description: The EMS Communications Specialist shall perform all tasks necessary to ensure timely scheduling and transportation including answering phones, screening transport requests, recording all required information, verifying insurance information and making sure that pre-authorizations are being obtained as needed, ensuring timely patient transports to and from facilities, and patients’ homes via ambulance and wheelchair van. In the course of the dispatcher work, the ideal candidate must be able to interact with all levels of the organization of Augusta Health in a professional and concise manner. The EMS Communications specialist will work in cooperation with Emergency Department staff, licensed practitioners, attending Physicians and Transportation Services staff. This role will communicate with EMS prior to patient arrival to the emergency department, notify appropriate staff of patient’s chief complaint, and accurately document reports. Requirements...

Description: Performs routine diagnostic Nuclear Medicine exams for evaluation and treatment by physicians. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to complete required procedures. May have access to areas where medications are stored and/or prepared for purposes of fulfilling job duties. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Must meet the educational requirement for Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification with NMTCB or ARRT (NM) Preferred: Associate’s Degree or higher Licensure/ Certification Must be registered in Nuclear Medicine by the ARRT or NMTCB with documented Continuing Education to maintain registration/certification or meet requirements to be certified by NMTCB Must possess advanced Nuclear Medicine Registry/Certification CPR certified or obtained within 30 days of hire Completed an accredited Nuclear Medicine program Experience One or more years of experience in the field of...

Description: This position shall be a PRN position with job elements focusing primarily on patient evaluation and treatment of hand therapy clients. Theindividual must demonstrate the ability to interact with team members for an interdisciplinary team approach. Patient care is provided across the life span; therefore, clinicians will interpret data and assess patient’s needs relative to age specificity standards. Experience Requirements Previous experience in occupational therapy or related field is preferred but not required. License Requirements Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia Skill Requirements Leadership skills-assists in the instruction and training of Occupational Therapy personnel, students, home health aides and volunteers. Equal Opportunity Augusta Health recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or...

Description: The Emergency Department Clinical Nurse Educator functions in the role of clinician, educator, and researcher in the Emergency Department. In collaboration with the unit director, nurse managers, nursing staff and medical providers, the Emergency Department Clinical Nurse Educator monitors the clinical care of patients and provides clinical support to improve patient care and patient outcomes through evidence-based practice. Requirements Current and valid Registered nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or from a state that is part of a Compact agreement with Virginia Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or obtain in 24 months upon hire Minimum of 3 years as a Registered Nurse in an Emergency Department setting Specialty certification within 2 years preferred MSN or Master's Degree in related field preferred Skills Annual education and competencies as required per hospital certifications. HIPAA – appropriately manages Protected...