Matrix Providers is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) PICU to join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our Military Service Members and their families in Tacoma, WA.
Employment Status: Full-timeCompensation: This is an hourly position.Schedule: PICU Duty Hours: Day Shift Duty Hours: 0700 - 1930; 0700 – 1730; 0700-1530; 0900-1930, 1100-1930; 0600-1630; 0900-1730; 0900-2130; 1100-2130;1200-2030; 0800-1630; 0830-1700; 0900-1730; 0930-1800; 1030-1900; 0530-1800Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)401(k) PlanRequirements: The Registered Nurse (RN) PICU must have and meet the following:
Degree: A diploma, Associates, Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate in Nursing from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated State accrediting agency at the time the program was completed by the applicant..Education: Graduate from a college or university accredited by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).Only Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing School reports are accepted (CGFNS) for overseas degree verification.Experience: One year of qualifying experience as an RN and one year of qualifying experience in this specialty.Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse.Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support : Advanced Life Support (ACLS)Job Summary:
Performs critical care duties to include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating age specific nursing care across all ages. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the interrelationship of body systems in maintaining and restoring health. The PICU nurse shall provide labor intensive care to a variety of patients with numerous complex medical and surgical pathologies. Clinical documentation according to standard operating procedures including obtaining patient history, pertinent family history and advanced medical directive information. Observes, assesses, and records symptoms, reactions, and progress; assists physicians during treatments and examinations; administer medication; administer prescribed treatments, completes admissions, and discharges, and promotes convalescence and rehabilitation. RNs are responsible for monitoring and interpretation of collected data by the LPNs and unlicensed assisted personnel, informing the medical staff as appropriate.Functions as a patient advocate. Assesses patient/family knowledge level, develops, and implements a plan of instruction and documents demonstrated level of understanding. Assessment plans will be targeted at age specific needs. Each nurse will manually and/or electronically document all patient care given and the progress of the patient utilizing the Department of Nursing documentation standards in the patients' medical record.Manages patients requiring hemodynamic monitoring, titration of vasopressor drugs, and a wide range of procedures where there is high risk for infection such as pulmonary artery catheters, arterial lines, central venous lines, external ventricle drainage devices, chest tubes, internal feeding tubes, endotracheal tubes and mechanically life support equipment.Communicates pertinent patient information to the charge nurse and/or physician as appropriate. The RN verifies transcription of physician orders. The RN assesses the patient and plans for appropriate nursing care. The care provided is documented in the patient's medical record along with their progress. RNs also develop and manage nursing care plans; instruct patients and their families in proper care; and help individuals and groups take steps to improve or maintain their health.Medication will be administered using the “five rights” and medications shall be administered within the scope of nursing practice and include intravenous, subcutaneous, oral, transdermal, rectal, and intramuscular. Uses current resources to research medications and ensure compatibility prior to administration. Anti-cancer chemotherapy drugs are excluded unless contract employee has obtained appropriate documented education in cancer chemotherapeutic drugs and administration.Assesses patient’s condition for potential or life-threatening crises and can distinguish between normal and abnormal physical findings; initiates life saving measures in the absence of a physician. Knowledgeable of the pharmacology of the most commonly used emergency drugs, anticipated results, usual dosages, and their location on crash cart.Operates emergency equipment including, but not limited to defibrillator, EKG machine, cardia monitor, and other equipment determined by MTF, unit and position. Depending on position and protocol, you may serve as member of Rapid Response Team or emergency code team.Manages and ensures proper procedures are followed with the tissue/skin bank and the organ donor bank.Manages care of patients for a wide range of procedures of an advanced nature and difficulty where there is a high risk for infection and bodily functions are mechanically assisted by life support equipment.Assists with management and/or performs invasive procedures depending on scope of practice, such as pulmonary artery catheter insertion, balloon pump management, temporary pacemaker insertion, arterial punctures, endotracheal intubations, and other invasive procedures.Performs a vast array of direct patient care procedures to include but not limited to range of motion exercises, lifting, turning, transporting, and positioning patients, personal hygiene care, changing linen and clothing and feeding patients.Plans and implements care with the collaboration of other healthcare providers. Calls report to the appropriate unit/ward and provide pertinent data such as surgical procedures performed, patient problems, nursing diagnosis and actions, patient response, specialized care, and equipment necessary to support the patient.Perform duties in accordance with established infection control protocols.Responsible for quality assurance/risk management and responds to breaches of standard procedures which compromise the patient or staff members. May also serve as a project officer for select committees and participate in research projects that are consultative in nature and involve shared information or data gathering for new or existing technologies.Nurses who will assist in providing conscious sedation must have conscious sedation training provided at MAMC prior to providing conscious sedation.Registered Nurses shall utilize comprehensive knowledge of workload requirements in conjunction with knowledge of the composition and capabilities of assigned staff to distribute/redistribute personnel resources in response to unforeseen patient care needs. Attends and participates in patient nursing reports, patient care conferences, team/unit/clinic conferences, discharge planning, and staff conferences as deemed appropriate by administrative officials. Participates in discharge planning as appropriate and convenes multidisciplinary patient care conferences to address complex medical/nursing care needs.Demonstrates the ability to manage interpersonal relationships and maintains composure and reacts appropriately while relating to patients and families; manages distraught, irritable, unreasonable or angry individuals; and maintains positive rapport with all individuals involved in patient care.Demonstrates the ability to react with alertness and skill in any emergency, e.g., cardiac, or respiratory arrest, hemorrhage, shock, severe physical trauma and psychiatric reaction. Initiate life saving measures in the absence of a physician.Matrix Providers is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please see https://matrixproviders.com/accessibility-eeo-disclaimer. To learn more about our Benefits Packages, please see https://matrixproviders.com/benefits.
Matrix Providers endeavors to make www.matrixproviders.com accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please get in touch with our Recruiting Hotline Number, 1-877-807-8277, TTY LINE, 385-722-8109. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Matrix Providers is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our Military Service Members and their families at Branch Health Clinic (BHC) Makalapa is located on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Employment Status: Full TimeCompensation: This is an hourly position, paid bi-weekly.Schedule: M-F 0630-1600Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)401(k) PlanDental Assistant Minimum Qualifications:
Degree: Certificate.Certification: Certified in radiography.All training must have included a course in radiation physics; radiation biology; radiation health, safety, and protection; X-ray films and radiographic film quality; radiographic techniques; darkroom and processing techniques; film mounting; and digital radiographic processing techniques.Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.Education: Successful completion of one of the following:Certificate or Associate Degree as a dental assistant/technician from a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA) and 12 months of experience within the preceding 36 months.Certification from a military dental technician or dental assistant school and 12 months of experience within the preceding 36 months.Certification from a Red Cross Dental Assistant course and 12 months of experience within the preceding 36 months.Thirty-six (36) months of experience in the preceding 60 months as a private practice or military clinic dental assistant.Membership in good standing with the American Association of Dental Assistants with required continuing education and 12 months of experience within the preceding 36 months.Graduation from a state-accredited program for dental assistants or dental technology within the preceding 12 months.Experience: Twelve (12) to Thirty-six (36) months of experience as a Dental Assistant after graduation; based on the above-outlined educational route.Job Summary:
Performs assisting in one or more phases of complex/difficult restorative, prosthodontic, oral surgical, endodontic, or periodontal treatment. Receives and schedules patients for treatment.Obtains and records the related medical history of the patient. Chart examination and treatment information. Records information on prescriptions.Sterilizes instruments, materials, and equipment; prepares surgical trays. Maintains dental equipment in a clean and operative condition.Assists dentist at chairside. Performs intra-oral procedures as directed by the dentist. Takes preliminary impressions for study models, removes sutures and places, and removes rubber dams, period-packs, matrix bands, and wedges.Relays the dentist's instructions to the patient for post-treatment care. Instructs patient in proper dental techniques, care of appliances, and causes of dental decay.Operates dental X-ray equipment to take intra and extra-oral radiographs. Maintains, cleans, and performs minor repairs on X-ray equipment and materials.Pours and trims models from impressions and constructs custom impression trays. Maintains a variety of recurring reports related to dental activities.Matrix Providers will never request any form of payment from candidates in exchange for consideration for employment. Furthermore, all communication from Matrix Providers will be conducted exclusively through official Matrix Providers email addresses. Any correspondence from alternative email addresses should be considered fraudulent.
Matrix Providers is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please see https://matrixproviders.com/accessibility-eeo-disclaimer. To learn more about our Benefits Packages, please see https://matrixproviders.com/benefits.
Matrix Providers endeavors to make www.matrixproviders.com accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please get in touch with our Recruiting Hotline Number, 1-877-807-8277, TTY LINE, 385-722-8109. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Employment Status: Full-TimeCompensation: This is an hourly position, paid bi-weekly. Sign on Bonus: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for qualified candidatesSchedule: Dental Assistant services shall be provided Monday through Friday, between the hours of 0630 and 1600. Shifts will normally be scheduled for an eight and a half (8.5) to nine (9) hour period, to include an uncompensated thirty (30) to sixty (60) minute lunch break, respectively. In no instance will the health care worker (HCW) be required to provide services in excess of forty (40) hours per week.Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)401(k) PlanThe Dental Assistant must have and meet the following:
Degree: Certificate or associate degree.Education: Successful completion of a one of the following:Certificate or associate degree as a dental assistant/technician from a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) of the American Dental Association (ADA) and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months.Certification from a military dental technician or dental assistant school and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months.Certification from a Red Cross Dental Assistant course and 12 months experience within the preceding 36 months.36 months experience within the preceding 60 months as a dental assistant in a private practice or a military clinic.Membership in good standing with the American Association of Dental Assistants with required. Continuing education and 12 months’ experience within the preceding 36 months.Graduation from a state accredited program for dental assistants or dental technology within the preceding 12 months.All training must have included a course in radiation physics; radiation biology; radiation health, safety, and protection; X-ray films and radiographic film quality; radiographic techniques; darkroom and processing techniques; film mounting; and digital radiographic processing techniques.Equivalency Determination Request: The Contractor may not request an equivalency determination as a substitute for education requirements.Certifications: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross Healthcare Provider Course. Certified in radiography as required.Legal Authorization to Work in the United States: The contract worker performing under this contract must be a U.S. Citizen.Dental Assistant General Duties:
Contractor personnel shall perform a full range of duties consistent with their labor category, education, training, experience, clinical privileges (as applicable), and assigned position. General duties that apply to all personnel or across certain labor categories are given below.Maintain a level of productivity comparable with that of other individuals performing similar services.Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities.Practice aseptic techniques as necessary. Comply with infection control guidelines to include the proper handling, storage, and disposal of infectious wastes, and the use of universal precautions to prevent the spread of infection.Function with an awareness and application of safety procedures.Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. Anticipate potential problems/emergencies and make appropriate interventions. Notify supervisor, director, or other designated person regarding problems that the HCW is unable to manage.Apply an awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and strive to manage situations in a reduced risk manner.Maintain an awareness of responsibility and accountability for own professional practice.Participate in continuing education to meet own professional growth.Attend and/or comply with all annual training classes required by the Command, to include but not limited to online annual training provided by the MTF: disaster training, infection control, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fire and Safety, Chemical, Biological, and Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE).Actively participate in the command’s Performance Improvement Program. Participate in meetings to review and evaluate the care provided to patients, identify opportunities to improve the care delivered, and recommend corrective action when problems exist.Attend and participate in various meetings as directed.Perform timely, accurate, and concise documentation of patient care.Operate and manipulate automated systems such as CHCS, CDS/CDA, DENTRIX, MHS Genesis and Clinical Information System (CIS), participate in clinical staff Performance Improvement (PI) and Risk Management (RM) functions, as prescribed by the Commander. Maintain DOD email account as directed.The HCW shall be responsive to all email and voicemail communications.Exercise appropriate clinical delegation of tasks and duties in the clinical direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care, and clinic activities.Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives and prepare such records and reports as may be required. All records and reports must be legible. Abbreviations must be only those listed in local instructions.Dental Assistant Core Duties:
Responsible for performing a full range of dental assisting procedures in support of Dental Officer examinations and delivery of treatment under the "four handed dentistry" format within the personnel and equipment capabilities and limitations of the Dental Treatment FacilityThe HCW shall aid in the provision of mandated dental surveillance and preventive services and assist in ensuring the quality and timeliness of treatment records and reports required to document procedures performed and care provided.The HCW shall also refer patients who present with a complaint to staff dentists for evaluation and continuation of care and attend multidisciplinary treatment team meetings on behalf of the dental officers.The HCW shall:Maintain patient records in accordance with Joint Commission and DTF/MTF requirements.Assist during administration of anesthesia.Assist in placement and removal of sutures.Dispose of contaminated waste in accordance with the standard procedures of the DTF/MTF.Maintain operatory to meet the clinic's cleanliness and infection control standards. These clinical duties do not include mopping, sweeping or taking trash to an industrial dumpster.This is a personal services contract for clinical services; however, as time permits, the HCW may be assigned other duties consistent with the normal duties of a dental assistant as directed by the Commanding Officer. These duties include, but are not limited to, working at the appointments desk, performing Central Sterile Supply functions, and participating in command quality improvement and assurance meetings, etc.As a member of a professional team, the HCW shall contribute in a positive manner to team building and morale.Under government supervision and the clinical direction of a dentist, all dental assistants may be allowed to participate in Expanded Functions training program and certification in accordance with all current and relevant BUMED and DHA instructions and local directives at the Commanding Officer's discretion.#INDKF
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