Manager, Case Management
POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages the care coordinators (case managers), home health coordinators and clerical staff to insure a smooth patient flow from preadmission to discharge and follow up in accordance with the patient’s and the payers requirements.
Works with the Manager for Social Services to ensure an interdisciplinary treatment plan of care for patients. Facilitates the delivery of services, evaluates effectiveness, tracks outcomes and functions as the manager of the team.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred. Required experience : minimum of two years recent management experience;
three years of hospital clinical nursing experience and one year experience in case management, utilization review or hospital quality assurance.
Experience in each of these areas in a hospital setting is preferred.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS
Current registration with the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners and current CPR certification (BLS) is required. Case Manager Certification (CCM or ANCC) is highly desirable.
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Cook
POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs functions requiring sound knowledge and skill in quantity / batch cooking methods and procedures to assist in preparing and cooking foods to order required in the operation of a major patient-care and commercial cafeteria facility of the University Health System.
Complies with University Health System and Department policies. Ensures the proper care and use of foods, supplies, equipment and complies with safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations.
Maintains good guest and working relations. Assures the competent, efficient and timely performance of duties and assignments.
Must meet established daily deadlines with accuracy and quality performance.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
The ability to read, write and speak English, understand oral and written instructions, and do simple arithmetic is required.
High School Graduation or its equivalent plus vocational or on-the-job training in cooking is required. Oneyear experience in food production and cooking in demanding schedules is required, or one year of experience including culinary school.
The aforementioned with cooking experience in hospitals and multi-site facilities and University Health preferred. Computer knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office software programs and inventory / ordering systems etc. is preferred.
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Electrician
POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides services required for the installation, repair, and maintenance of various electrical components. Ensures prompt and proficient performance of assigned duties.
Complies with UH and departmental policies and procedures. Maintains good guest and working relations.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
High school graduation or equivalent required. A minimum of two years working as a journeyman or apprentice electrician required.
Must have a basic understanding of safety practices, state and local electrical codes, electrical circuits, motors, switches and switching gear.
The ability to speak, read, and write English, make simple calculations, and follow simple written and oral directions is required.
One year as a hospital electrician preferred.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
A valid Texas State driver’s license Class C and must maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record.
PI215776295
Spec Help Desk Support
POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES
Responds to all trouble calls concerning on-line service, network or end-user related problems. Provides an interface for end-users seeking assistance.
Documents problem calls and either solves or ensures timely escalation to appropriate support level. Promotes the Health System's Guest Relations Policy.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Associates degree or equivalent experience is preferred. Specialized courses in Information Services are preferred.
PI215784152
Medical Assistant
We are looking for a Medical Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care activities and perform clerical duties.
Who We Are
University Health is known and recognized as a teaching hospital and network of outpatient healthcare centers. As a partner with UT Health San Antonio, we are consistently recognized as a leader in advanced treatment options, new technologies, and clinical research.
We are one of the largest employers in Bexar County with more than 8,000 employees and more than 1900 physicians and resident physicians.
We are committed to delivering patient- centered, culturally competent and high- quality healthcare for adults and children, based on a strong foundation of outcomes-based research and innovative teaching.
We would love for you to join our team!
The Role
- Cares for comfort and personal needs of patients.
- a. Provides direct patient care as needed.
- b. Collects, interprets and documents information related to patient care accurately and efficiently.
- Performs procedures as directed by the Medical Director. (E, 10%)
- Maintains quality control logs in area of assignment for CLIA waived labs.
- Performs CLIA waived labs such as Accu-checks, Urine Beta HCG, Dipstick UA, etc.
- b. Takes vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure).
- c. Collects blood, urine, stool and sputum specimens
- Administers medications and immunizations in accordance with clinic policy.
- Documents and bills appropriately for all nursing charges
- Provides clerical support to include preparing lab requests, scheduling appointments, contacting patient’s by telephone to reschedule clinic cancelled appointments, obtaining referral authorization for initial visit and any requested follow-up visits to Specialty Care Physician.
Informs patients when referral is authorized and facilitates scheduling of specialty appointments and / or ancillary services and other computer functions as applicable
- Perform telephone call reminders for scheduled appointments.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
- Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment and / or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Supports University Health System mission, vision and values. Demonstrates established customer service behaviors and standards.
Treats all customers with courtesy, dignity, respect and professionalism.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED is required.
Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school or certification from an approved credentialing body for medical assistants is required.
Must have current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) Card.
National certification as a registered Medical Assistant is preferred.
One-year experience in a clinic, doctor's office or ambulatory care setting is preferred
Designated cash handlers must successfully complete the Patient Services Cashier course and be designated as a Patient Services Cashier during the initial probationary period.
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Physician Assistant Specialty
POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of specialty physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans.
Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Successful Completion of an educational program for physician assistants or surgeon assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or by that committee's predecessor or successor entities is required.
One year of training in the appropriate specialty is required.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is recommended. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas.
Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.
PI216522274
Master Social Worker
POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES
Counsels and assists patients and their families with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or hinder the patient from receiving maximum benefits from medical care / dialysis regimen.
Counsels and assists patients and their families in receiving maximum benefits from third party payers for medical care.
Acts as therapeutic agent for the patients and serves as a member of multi-disciplinary health team.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work required. One year of post-Masters degree experience in a health care setting is preferred.
LICENSURE
Current state licensure from the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners is required.
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