University Medical Center of Southern Nevada

Today, UMC is more than a hospital; it is a comprehensive academic medical center with a rich history of serving the community. UMC now offers the highest level of care in Nevada, providing a wide range of exclusive and specialized health care services to community members and visitors. UMC is home to Nevada's only Level I Trauma Center, only Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, only Burn Care Center and only Center for Transplantation. Children's Hospital of Nevada at UMC serves as the state's only hospital to be recognized and accepted as an associate member of the Children's Hospital Association.

Offering highly skilled physicians, nurses and staff members supported by the latest, cutting-edge technology, UMC and Children's Hospital of Nevada at UMC continue to build upon their shared reputation for providing Nevada’s highest level of care.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

A hospital's success is measured by its employees. At UMC, our employees make us the leading healthcare provider in Southern Nevada. To show our appreciation for all their hard work and dedication, UMC offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to all full and part-time employees.

Pension Retirement Plan Fully Paid by UMC!
UMC pays the full contribution (28%) of your base pay each pay period into the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS).

No Social Security Tax Withdrawal
UMC employees have a higher net take home pay!

Consolidated Annual Leave (Paid Time Off)
27 days of paid time off per year! Full- and part-time employees begin accruing CAL time immediately based on the number of hours worked. CAL time is used for vacation, holidays, sick and personal time off.

Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
To be used for employee hospitalization, or illness that results in an absence of more than 16 consecutive work hours.

Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription Coverage
UMC offers two plans for employee and dependent coverage: Clark County Self-Funded or Health Plan of Nevada HMO.

Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer!

Basic Life Insurance
UMC provides basic life insurance for each employee and dependent.

Tax Deferred Compensation Program
Provided by MassMutual, UMC employees may make a pre-tax contribution through payroll deduction to this deferred compensation plan.

Employee Assistance Program
Counseling services available for employees and their immediate family members at no cost.

Other benefits for eligible full-time and part-time UMC employees:

Sign-On Bonus (select positions)
No State Income Tax 
Specialty Pay (selected areas)
Cafeteria Discount
Military Leave
Credit Union   (Clark County Credit Union)
On-Site Bank (US Bank)
Direct Deposit and Payroll Deductions
Employee Referral Program (selected positions)
Free Parking (assigned parking spots available for a fee)
Wellness Fair
Recreational Discount Offers
Free Shuttle Bus

   

 

 

 

 

87 job(s) at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 28, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary ***OPEN TO CURRENT UMC EMPLOYEES ONLY*** This is a Training Underfill position for Specialty Surgical First Assist - OR. This training underfill position will be a Specialty Surgical Technologist for a period not to exceed two (2) years from date of hire into the position. Satisfactory performance at the end of the training period (not to exceed two years) will lead to a non-competitive promotion to a Classification Specialty Surgical First Assist - OR. Position Summary: As defined by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), surgical assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant performs these functions during the operative under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Graduate from surgical assisting programs accredited through ARC/STSA; and/or completion of an accredited CFA program; or completion of requirements from an accredited organization and recent eight (8) years of surgical technologist experience, three (3) of which is in a Cardiovascular or specialty service line role required. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) from The National Board of Surgical Technology, or Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) from the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA), or The American Board of Surgical Assistants (SA-C). Basic Life Support (BLS). --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TRAINING UNDERFILL REQUIREMENTS: Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and graduation from an accredited program for surgical technologist or completed a training program administered by the United States Public Health Service, Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard. Minimum two (2) years of experience in a specialty service line Surgical Technologist role is required. UMC is solely responsible for determining the applicable specialty service lines (e.g., Cardiovascular) that qualify under this classification. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Certified Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology (NBSTSA). UMC may hire candidates without an NBSTSA certification subject to the applicable exception(s) in NRS 449.24185; however, at their own expense, the new hire must obtain the Certified Surgical Technologist certification through NBSTSA within six (6) months of their employment. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements Applicants who document the following will be given preference: A minimum of two (2 ) years of cardiovascular experience as a Surgical Technologist Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Anatomy and physiology; microbiology; pharmacology; medical-legal considerations involved in patient care; infection control and sterilization procedures; surgical equipment, instruments and supplies; methods for draping patients; operative technique relative to operative procedures wherein the CSFA assists; proper lifting techniques; environmental safety principles and procedures; variety of surgical techniques; body mechanics; a variety of equipment, varying according to specialty (video systems, YAG, carbon dioxide lasers and x-rays); operating room fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques; medical terminology; acute and chronic disease processes; department and hospital safety practice and procedures; patient rights; age specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Operating room procedures; setting up and restocking operating room; surgical procedures; identifying patient emergency situations and instituting proper response procedures; recognizing safety hazards and initiate appropriate corrective action; using computers and related software applications; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. This description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this description and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. Per Diem and Temporary Employees are not eligible to receive benefits. Closing Date/Time: 4/3/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 28, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary JOB POSTING FOR TROPICIANA HOTEL EMPLOYEES **VARIOUS NON-CLINICAL POSITIONS** **FULL-TIME & PER DIEM OPENINGS** EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Job Requirement Clinical and non-clinical positions within the following key departments, in addition to many others : Environmental Services Food Services Public Safety To view minimum requirement of our positions, please click the link below: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/umcsn/classspecs Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements Related experience must be FULLY completed in the application including education and work experience. All answers to the experience questions below must be supported by documented work history. Per instructions at the beginning of this process, we can not accept your resume or "see resume", in lieu of a completed application . If you are a current or previous UMC employee, your UMC experience must be updated/added to the work history part of your application to be considered. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 3/31/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 28, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. ***THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IS POSTED TO FILL THE IMMEDIATE NEED OF FULL-TIME BUT MAY BE USED TO FILL PART-TIME OR PER DIEM WHEN NEEDS ARISE** Position Summary: Assists the pharmacist in the preparation, control and dispensing of medications by receiving, stocking, recording, compounding, filling, labeling and transporting medications. Assists in the retrieval, retention and processing of information, reports and clerical functions. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of experience as a pharmacy technician or completion of a formalized pharmacy technician training program that is recognized by the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Valid State of Nevada Certification as a Pharmacy Technician. Some positions may require a valid State of Nevada Drivers License. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements CPhT Certification. A minimum of one year inpatient Pharmacy Technician. Available to work graveyard shift when required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Federal, state and/or county guidelines, rules and regulations associated with the distribution of medications; pharmacy standards of practice; basics of drug indications and drug interactions; medical terminology; trade and generic drug names; basic compounding techniques; aseptic compounding technique; personal and mainframe computers; routes of administration for standard medications; storage requirements for standard medications; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; age specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Applying basic knowledge of appropriate dosage and frequency for standard medications; utilizing equipment associated with area of responsibility; utilizing a computer and specific application software; performing pharmaceutical calculations; preparing and maintaining accurate counts and records; organizing and prioritizing work; applying aseptic technique to compounding medications; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and VDT screens, hearing and speech to communicate effectively in-person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work requires handling medications classified as hazardous materials. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: Continuous
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 28, 2024
Part Time
Position Summary As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. ***PER DIEM OPPORTUNITIES*** Position Summary: Performs food service and preparatory work including catering duties, serving food and preparing simple food items such as boxed mixes and grill items. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of food services experience. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Valid Clark County Health District food handler card. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WHO DOCUMENT THE FOLLOWING: A minimum of one (1) year of cash handling experience in a retail setting OR minimum of six (6) months of grill or short-order cook experience Available to work all shifts, including graveyard, seven (7) days a week, as needed Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Food and health requirements as governed by federal and state laws and regulations; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and procedures; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Computing basic mathematical computations including food measurement conversions; applying food preparation techniques; use of computers and cash registers; maintaining proper sanitation in food handling; using kitchen and cafeteria equipment, e.g., ovens, meat slicers and mixers; communicating effectively with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical culinary setting and use standard equipment, use hand and power tools, walk and stand for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and VDT screens, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in oral and written forms. Strength and agility to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. Per Diem and Temporary Employees are not eligible to receive benefits. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 28, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. Position Summary: Provides technical expertise and oversight to Clinical Laboratory Technologists on a shift or performing within a particular specialty area. Duties include developing procedure manuals, serving as the liaison between the laboratory and nursing staff, evaluating new equipment and processes, and training and evaluating Laboratory Technicians and Technologists. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and four (4) years of experience as a Medical Technologist, two of which was in a lead/senior or supervisory role. Employees working in the Transfusion Service must pass the background and/or security investigations and maintain clearance per the State of Nevada and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Licensing/Certification Requirements: Valid State of Nevada license as a Laboratory General Supervisor. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements Two (2) years of previous recent documented experience as a Laboratory Supervisor. Two (2) years of previous recent documented experience in Core Lab. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Anatomy; medical technology; bacteriology; proper laboratory techniques, including infection and disease control measures; quality control and performance improvement processes; safety standards for proper handling and disposal of bio-hazardous wastes; regulations and accreditation agencies standards; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures; age specific patient care practices. Skill in: Supervising and evaluating staff; developing, implementing and enforcing methods, policies and procedures; preparing and monitoring budgets; applying phlebotomy techniques; applying procedures for emergency situations; applying customer service principles; performing laboratory procedures on blood, urine, and other body fluids; troubleshooting and maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment; applying quality controls to laboratory procedures; problem solving; training laboratory staff; analyzing data and reports to identify process problems; interpreting laboratory test results and identifying abnormalities; using a computer and a variety of software applications; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds under stressful conditions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, including stamina to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. #LI-SS1 The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: Continuous
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 28, 2024
Part Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. ELIGIBLE FOR 5% CRITICAL CARE DIFFERENTIAL ON TOP OF THE POSTED BASE PAY Functions as a charge nurse responsible for assigning patients to and monitoring the work of nurses within the unit on assigned shift and to assist the Clinical Manager in the supervision of assigned employees on shift. The position also carries a patient load and applies the nursing process to deliver basic, safe, therapeutic care, for individuals or groups of patients. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and three (3) years of clinical nursing experience. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Valid License by the Nevada State Board of Nursing to Practice as a Registered Nurse, and; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Certification in Specialty Area may be required in some positions. Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Trauma Nurse Core Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Neonatal Resuscitation Protocol may be required in some positions. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements CHARGE NURSE EXPERIENCE (ASSIGNED OR RELIEF) ONE (1) YEAR RECENT (WITHIN LAST 5 YEARS) PICU EXPERIENCE IN A SIMILAR FACILITY Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Modern principles of effective supervision; nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and coordination of patient care); standards of care; disease process; equipment used in providing patient care in specialty area; patient care plan development; patient evaluation and assessment techniques; body mechanics used with ambulating, transferring and repositioning patients; Nurse Practice Act; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures; age specific patient care practices. Skill in: Assigning and monitoring the work of others; assigning work to cover patients' needs; evaluating quality control; implementing nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation; working with high risk or critically ill patients; performing invasive nursing procedures associated with area of specialty; developing and implementing education programs associated with specialty; organizing, prioritizing and delegating work; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds under stressful conditions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting, including stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time, strength to examine and treat varied individuals, vision to use standard office equipment and read printed materials including a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/3/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE ***OPEN TO CURRENT UMC EMPLOYEES ONLY*** As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Position Summary: Provides specialized aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for patients during specialty service line surgical cases. In addition to intraoperative duties, the specialty surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care for the specialty service line. Performs these functions during the operative under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Graduate from surgical assisting programs accredited through ARC/STSA; and/or completion of an accredited CFA program; or completion of requirements from an accredited organization and recent eight (8) years of surgical technologist experience, three (3) of which is in a Cardiovascular or specialty service line role required. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) from The National Board of Surgical Technology, or Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) from the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA), or The American Board of Surgical Assistants (SA-C). Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements PREFERENCES WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WHO DOCUMENT THE FOLLOWING: Current OR-UMC Employees Cardiovascular Experience Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Anatomy and physiology; vein harvesting; microbiology; pharmacology; medical-legal considerations involved in patient care; infection control and sterilization procedures; surgical equipment, instruments and supplies; methods for draping patients; operative technique relative to operative procedures wherein the CSFA assists; proper lifting techniques; environmental safety principles and procedures; variety of surgical techniques; body mechanics; a variety of equipment, varying according to specialty (video systems, YAG, carbon dioxide lasers and x-rays); operating room fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques; medical terminology; acute and chronic disease processes; department and hospital safety practice and procedures; patient rights; age specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: identifying patient emergency situations and instituting proper response procedures; recognizing safety hazards and initiate appropriate corrective action; using computers and related software applications; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time, strength to examine varied patients, vision to read printed materials and computer screens, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in-person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. Per Diem and Temporary Employees are not eligible to receive benefits. Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS)COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Position Summary: Develops, implements and participates in customer-related programs. This includes promoting the program in the community, serving as a specialist and resource person for hospital staff, and providing service within the program. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Graduation from and accredited school of nursing and three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in the appropriate specialty area. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Valid License by State of Nevada to Practice as a Registered Nurse. Some positions may require Certification in a Specialty Area and/or Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Neonatal Resuscitation Protocol (NRP). Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WHO DOCUMENT THE PREFERRED EXPERIENCE ON THEIR APPLICATIONS: BSN is required; Three years of bedside clinical cardiac/cardiovascular experience; Proficient in Microsoft programs, examples include but are not limited Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; National certification related to cardiac may be required within 12 months of hire into the position; Must obtain a minimum of 10 additional CEUs each year related to cardiac; Experience with data collection; Understanding and experience with TJC survey process; Knowledge regarding current and updated practice guidelines related to cardiac patient care; Ability to train and educate patients related to self-care and health management; Ability to train and educate healthcare team members related to program changes, updates and best practice development as necessary. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Performance improvement principles and methods; specific area of clinical nursing or program focus; Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health care Organizations (JCAHO), State and Federal standards; community agencies with interests in relevant services; Nurse Practice Act; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage and use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures; age specific patient care practices. Skill in: Developing programs; nursing principles and practices; developing policies and procedures; applying grant writing and grant management techniques; applying needs assessment techniques; applying adult education practices; developing public relations; applying cost accounting methods; organizing and prioritizing among conflicting priorities; applying team building concepts; facilitating groups; performing statistical analysis; using computers and a variety of software applications; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Part Time
Position Summary As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. *Per Diem PBX OPERATOR* Position Summary: Answers and directs calls coming in on main lines, to provide information to callers regarding programs and services and to page staff using the intercom and beepers. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and six (6) months of experience in the operation of a switchboard/telecommunications system. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements One (1) year of RECENT DOCUMENTED PBX Operator experience in a hospital setting. RECENT DOCUMENTED experience (within the last 5 years) using paging systems, radios or beepers; answering the hearing impaired line. Demonstrates flexibility with work schedule changes. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Procedures and techniques for using telecommunication systems; techniques for dealing with the public; office practices and procedures; department and hospital safety policies and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Applying customer service techniques; taking and relaying messages; listening and determining needs of customers; dealing with irate and hostile customers while remaining patient, tactful and diplomatic; projecting a professional and positive image of UMC; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds under stressful conditions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; maintaining records and files; understanding and following oral and written instructions; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Work is subject to shift assignments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. Per Diem and Temporary Employees are not eligible to receive benefits. Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN ( NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Position Summary: Coordinates the referral of patients to medical specialists as requested by physicians, including determining appropriate medical center affiliate to which to refer patients and obtaining pre-authorization for the referral. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of experience in the health care field as a medical office assistant or comparable experience. Licensing/Certification Requirements: None required. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements Preferred: (Recent Experience, within the last 5 years, Experience with the following) Recent experience with local insurance carriers and their guidelines in referral management i.e. Optum products, Medicare Advantage Plans & Medicaid HMO Plans; Recent experience in working with ICD10; Two years recent experience processing physician referrals, including obtaining prior authorizations either via web portal or fax; Recent experience with hands on communication with patients, physicians and other clinical staff to complete referral; Recent experience with multiple specialties. **Recent Experience is within the last 5 years Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Medical terminology; physician medical specialties; community medical/health care services; computers and associated software; department and hospital safety practices and principles; infection control policies and practices; patient rights; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Organizing and prioritizing work; maintaining information/data; using a personal computer and application software programs; networking with other health care organizations; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated for long periods of time and maintain concentration, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or an negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Part Time
Position Summary As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. Provides patient care by performing distributional, clinical, educational, informational, and supervisory functions for the pharmaceutical care of patients in acute and/or ambulatory services. May act as a "Managing Pharmacist" for a satellite clinic. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a minimum of 1500 hours in providing pharmaceutical care. Licensing/Certification Requirements: A valid State Board of Pharmacy License is required or temporary employment for a period NOT exceeding 60 days may be granted with a valid Nevada Pharmacy Intern License and with documentation that the application for license process has been initiated. Failure to obtain and/or maintain licensure will result in termination of employment. Some positions may require a one time Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements A minimum of one (1) year of inpatient experience Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Federal, state and county laws and regulations related to the compounding, dispensing, storage and use of medications; pharmacy standards of practice; supervisory principles and practices; controlled substance record keeping and reporting; drug indications, dosage regimen, drug-drug, drug-disease, and drug-nutrient interactions; pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics; compounding techniques; aseptic techniques; physical properties of drugs; mainframe and personal computers; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures; age specific patient care practices. Skill in: Reading and interpreting physicians' orders; reading patient's clinical diagnosis and recommending most appropriate medication regimen; re-prioritizing work in response to changing situation; handling, disposing and managing hazardous materials; effectively supervising assigned staff; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, stamina to remain standing and maintain concentration for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and VDT screens, hearing and speech to communicate effectively in-person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Duties require handling medications classified as hazardous materials. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. MPUMCLV Per Diem and Temporary Employees are not eligible to receive benefits. Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Part Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE ***PER DIEM OPENINGS*** As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada's highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Position Summary: Assists licensed staff in the provision of basic nursing care in the Emergency Department, utilizing established policies and procedures, ensuring safe and effective care. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of experience in an emergency department setting. Basic EKG course within three (3) months of hire. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements PREFERENCES WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WHO DOCUMENT THE FOLLOWING: A minimum of three (3) years of recent experience (within past 5 years) in an emergency department setting, as an ER Tech or EMS Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation; operation of general office equipment; basic medical terminology; anatomy; heart functions and rhythms; placement of leads for electrocardiograms; basic mathematics; medical equipment; and universal precautions; department and hospital safety practice and procedures; patient rights; age-specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Performing and documenting vital signs; measuring and recording input and output; performing electrocardiograms; using good body mechanics; following established safety, infection control, environmental and isolation practices and procedures at all times; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds under stressful conditions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, including stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time and strength to assist in the examination and treatment of varied patients, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up-to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. Per Diem and Temporary Employees are not eligible to receive benefits. Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Part Time
Position Summary As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Position Summary: R esponsible for creating a safe and welcoming environment for hospital patients, visitors, and family members. Acknowledges, greets, and assists visitors, and interacts in a courteous and helpful manner with patients, families, guests, and hospital staff to convey a positive first impression. Serves as liaison between patient, family and clinical staff. Seeks a satisfactory and expedited solution to complaints, problems, or special needs. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of customer service experience in a hospital or hospitality industry. Licensing/Certification Requirements: None Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements Preference will be given to those who document work history in the following areas: Experience conducting brief patient interviews, and obtaining information concerning specific symptoms and exposure. Experience obtaining a visitor's temperature upon entrance to a hospital. Experience granting and limiting hospital access based on the current visitor and screening policy. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Telephone etiquette; basic filing and mail sorting procedures; department and hospital safety practices and principles; infection control policies and practices; patient rights; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Applying customer service techniques; greeting and assisting the public; using general office equipment such as phones, copiers and facsimiles; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction; communicating effectively with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for extended periods of time; vision to read printed materials and VDT screens; hearing and speech to communicate effectively in-person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: Continuous
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN ( NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE. As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and four (4) years of experience working in a specialty medical clinic, of which one (1) year was in a supervisory or lead role. Licensing/Certification Requirements: None. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements 1+ years of experience with Epic and Epic Reports. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: supervisory theories and principles; office management practices and procedures; general anatomy, medical terminology; UMC policies and procedures; policies and regulations governing area of assignment; computer hardware and software applicable to operations; business arithmetic; correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic budgetary practices and terminology; patient rights; department and hospital safety policies and procedures. Skill in: applying customer service techniques; principles of supervision; conflict resolution techniques; preparing payroll and attendance documents; reviewing and auditing the work of staff; resolving complex problems in area of assignment; preparing departmental reports and performance improvement reports; listening; writing reports and conference materials; organizing work and managing multiple tasks simultaneously; applying wound procedures, such as splinting, bandaging; using electric hand tools; using computers and related software applications; using general office equipment such as phones, copiers, facsimiles and adding machines; communicating effectively in both oral and written forms; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team of work unit goals, objectives and activities; efficiently, effectively and safely using equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, stamina to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and computer screens, hearing and speech to communicate effectively in-person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN ( NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE ***OPEN TO CURRENT UMC EMPLOYEES ONLY*** As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Provides administrative support to department heads including maintaining calendars, preparing reports, making recommendations, responding to complaints, coordinating the workflow of the administrative team and department and acting as a liaison between UMC and other department heads, government officials, and community groups. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of secretarial experience in support of management staff. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Some positions may require Notary Public Certification. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements Strong experience supporting Clinical Nursing Leaders in an acute care setting. Knowledge of medical terminology and financial operation Expert skill level in all Microsoft Office Products, i.e. MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, and Visio. Applications submitted with samples of graphs, presentations, and Excel spreadsheets with pivot tables are recommended Minimum of two years (within the last seven years ) of recent healthcare experience supporting Directors and above. Minimum of two years experience with Kronos or a similar payroll system (within the last four years ). Strong communications and organizational skills. Attention to detail and must have excellent time management skills. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Office administrative and secretarial practices and procedures; UMC policies and procedures; UMC programs, services and organizational structure; laws and regulations governing health care; computer applications related to the work; record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques; correct English usage; standard business arithmetic; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Providing varied, responsible and confidential secretarial and office administrative assistance; using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgement within established guidelines; researching, compiling and summarizing a variety of materials; composing correspondence independently or from brief instructions; organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical guidelines; coordinating supervisor's activities and schedules; maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information; problem solving and conflict resolution; addressing and handling matters independently within authorized scope of responsibility; using computers and related software applications; using general office equipment such as phones, copiers and facsimiles; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or an eligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Position Summary: Responsible for coordinating and monitoring the delivery of patient care in the absence of the department director, manager or nursing administrator. Serves as nursing clinical resource person and intervenes in difficult situations or medical crisis. Contributes to implementation and enforcement of administrative and nursing policies and procedures, performance plans, projects, etc., and takes corrective action as appropriate. Serves as the lead nurse for the flow of patients and the coordination of staffing. Acts as administrative representative, interpreting and enforcing established policies and procedures for all hospital departments. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and five (5) years of clinical nursing experience, three of which were in a critical care area, two (2) years of which were in leadership role, or recent experience serving as House Supervisor, On Duty Administrator, or House Officer. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Valid license from State of Nevada to practice as a Registered Nurse. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications from American Heart Association (AHA). Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements PREFERENCES WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WHO DOCUMENT THE FOLLOWING: Minimum of two years of leadership experience at a Charge Nurse level or higher preferably in a variety of units. Previous house supervisor/ODA experience is strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience in critical thinking skills to handle complex problems. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations; modern principles and practices of personnel supervision; department and hospital safety practice and procedures; patient rights; age specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Demonstrating effective oral and written communication skills using established hospital channels, interpreting and applying policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner; efficient operation in all areas; working with patients in a variety of conditions; interpreting rules and regulations; using computers and related software applications; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting, stamina to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise more objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN ( NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE. As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Position Summary: Responsible for the management and oversight of effective hospital-wide and critical information technology operations in compute and storage systems, electronic mail, data backup and recovery, telephony infrastructure, systems and devices, remote access, and, virtualization. Ensures data and systems are secure, backed up, recoverable, available, and effectively maintained to support hospital operations and patient care. Manages a high performing team by providing guidance, direction, and mentorship. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field and five (5) years of experience with information technology infrastructure management system and solutions, compute and storage management, virtualization, email, and telephony in which two (2) of the years were in a management role. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements 5 years of experience overseeing aspects related to networks, data centers, hardware, and software. Experience in managing complex technology infrastructure projects. This involves handling intricate initiatives related to infrastructure design, deployment, and optimization Experience with Avaya telecommunications systems. Experience engineering and/or managing VMWare and Citrix virtualized solutions. Familiarity with network design principles and practices Experience managing data centers. Experience managing project managers. Experience in mobile device management. Experience with Service Now or similar incident tracking system. Experience with automated application/OS patching policies and mechanisms. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, and employee training and discipline; project management principles and practices; operational capabilities of enterprise-class computing environments; hardware and software options and availability for various business, administrative, communications and technical applications; system software and hardware installation; data and voice network management; storage management; virtualization; cloud-based computing; principles and practices of developing teams, motivating employees and managing in a team environment; job planning, prioritizing and scheduling techniques; techniques for dealing with staff at various levels, in person and over the telephone; department and hospital safety practice and procedures; patient rights; age specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of others; managing projects and coordinating project resources; training others in policies and procedures related to the work; developing effective work teams and motivating individuals to meet goals and objectives and provide customer services in the most cost effective and efficient manner; analyzing complex requirements and procedures to determine the hardware and software requirements of various information technology users; developing standards and procedures to be used by others to efficiently utilize information technology capabilities; preparing clear and concise reports, documentation and other written materials; maintaining organized and accurate records of work performed; using computers and related software applications; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $10 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 27, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada's highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Position Summary: Assists licensed staff in the provision of basic nursing care in the Emergency Department, utilizing established policies and procedures, ensuring safe and effective care. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of experience in an emergency department setting. Basic EKG course within three (3) months of hire. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements PREFERENCES WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WHO DOCUMENT THE FOLLOWING: A minimum of three (3) years of recent experience (within past 5 years) in an emergency department setting, as an ER Tech or EMS Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation; operation of general office equipment; basic medical terminology; anatomy; heart functions and rhythms; placement of leads for electrocardiograms; basic mathematics; medical equipment; and universal precautions; department and hospital safety practice and procedures; patient rights; age-specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures. Skill in: Performing and documenting vital signs; measuring and recording input and output; performing electrocardiograms; using good body mechanics; following established safety, infection control, environmental and isolation practices and procedures at all times; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds under stressful conditions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, including stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time and strength to assist in the examination and treatment of varied patients, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up-to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 26, 2024
Full Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada's highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Provides care to acutely and critically ill patients, in a highly technical and ongoing monitoring environment. These patients are facing life-threatening problems with varying needs, which require extensive medication protocols and therapies. Provides direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. Job Requirement Education/Experience: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and meets the requirements as specified in the Nursing Administrative Policy # PP-101. One (1) year of recent IMC, cardiac cath lab, special procedures or critical care experience. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Current License by the Nevada State Board of Nursing to Practice as a Registered Nurse, and meets the requirements as specified in the Nursing Administrative Policy# PP-101. Basic Life support (BLS) certification and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) at hire. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements Minimum of one (1) year recent critical care RN experience in a similar facility Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and coordination of patient care); anatomy and physiology; standards of care; disease process; medical equipment; patient care plan development; patient evaluation and assessment techniques; body mechanics used with ambulating, transferring and repositioning patients; how to use general office equipment including, but not limited to: facsimiles, copiers, telephones and computers; pharmacology and medication administration; Nurse Practice Act; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures; age specific patient care practices. Skill in: Implementing nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation; working with high risk or critically ill patients; performing invasive nursing procedures associated with area of specialty; developing and implementing education programs associated with specialty; organizing, prioritizing and delegating work; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds under stressful conditions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, including stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time, and strength to examine and treat varied patients, vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen, and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 4/1/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Mar 26, 2024
Part Time
Position Summary EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN ( NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE. As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. Position Summary: Provides effective therapy treatment or diagnostics of patients and clinical instruction. Evaluates and/or treats patients; plans therapy programs, treatment plans, goals and frequency of treatment, and modifies treatment plans as necessary and/or develops in-service programs for clinical instruction; and oversees application of clinical techniques by students. Job Requirement Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the third level in a three level rehabilitation therapy class series. The Rehabilitation Staff Therapist is distinguished from the Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant in that the Staff Therapist performs patient evaluations and/or oversees Therapy Assistants. Education/Experience: Graduation from an accredited program in the appropriate physical medicine field. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Valid License by the State of Nevada as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist. For new grads a Provisional License is required and work will be monitored and supervised by a Licensed Therapist. A valid State of Nevada license as a Therapist (PT, OT, or Speech) must be obtained within six (6) months of employment. Failure to obtain and/or maintain licensure will result in termination of employment. Age Specific Requirements: Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess the needs of and provide services appropriate to the age of the patient/client served on the assigned unit/department. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures. Additional and/or Preferred Position Requirements Valid License by the State of Nevada as a Speech Therapist Experience in performing instrumental evaluations of swallowing including MBSS and FEES Experience in Acute level including trauma, ICU Experience with ventilator and tracheostomy care Additional consideration for experience in evaluation and treatment of Pediatric and NICU Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of: Effective assessment, evaluation and treatment techniques; Medical terminology and abbreviations; Clinical approach to evaluation and/or assessment of patients; CPR and First Aid; Anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, modalities/physical agents, pathologies/pathophysiology specific to therapy discipline; Operation, maintenance and instruction of equipment specific to discipline; Clinical instruction and assessment; Techniques and trends applicable to specialty area; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures; age specific patient care practices. Skill in: Observing patient and/or determining treatment needs; Developing and implementing treatment plans; Assist in developing and implementing clinical instruction; Practicing universal precautions; Using equipment specific to therapy discipline; Communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds under stressful conditions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting, including stamina to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time, and strength to examine and treat patients; vision to use standard equipment and read printed materials including a VDT screen; and hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification. The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada offers a comprehensive & competitive benefits package: Employer Paid Pension Plan through Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System "PERS"!https://www.nvpers.org/front Vestingin the pension plan after 5 years of qualifying employment! Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Less than $20 per paycheck for employee-only coverage Consolidated Annual Leave (CAL) - CAL is used for personal leave, holidays (eleven scheduled holidays per year), doctor appointments, vacation, and sick days up to 16 consecutive scheduled work hours (short-term sick leave), etc. Extended Illness Bank (a/k/a Sick Bank) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Comprehensive Group Health Insurance Plan Nevada has no State Income Tax No Social Security (FICA) Deduction As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients. We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status. THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF SOUTHERN NEVADA IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: Continuous