Job DescriptionRadiographer II - Mammo\nFulltime Day/Evening position with rotation - requires Saturday rotation\nWill float between Mammo and Radiology as needed at Station Medical Center as needed - will be trained in biopsy procedures\nAFSCME union\nPosted: March 14, 2025\nThis position is currently offering a sign on bonus of $10,000 with a two-year commitment to UPMC! Don't miss out, apply today!\n
Responsibilities:\n\nIs responsible for performance of routine or special procedures.\nTransfers and positions patients.\nSupports department and hospital based CPI activities by actively participating in the CPI process.\nAssists physicians in administering opaque media.\nRotates within the Department or other areas and by shift as required.\nMaintains and correctly develops film by means of CR processors for localizations for mammography.\nAssists with scheduling of breast biopsy patients as assigned.\nSelects and operates equipment as directed.\nPractices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination.\nComplies with established occupational BBF and TB exposure policies.\nProvides protective devices as required.\nPerforms quality assurance activities, as assigned.\nProvides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.\nUtilizes tracking equipment to ensure accurate record keeping and proper charging of patient exams.\nSelects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.\nMaintains adequate records as directed on requisitions, etc.\nUse of PACS. Use of the Radiology Information System.\nAssists in performing first aid as necessary.\nAssists with procedures in mammography and sets up and operates equipment, takes radiographs as directed by the radiologist.\nMaintains orderliness and cleanliness.Secures and returns needed supplies.\nDemonstrates knowledge and ability to adapt to clinical treatment and instructional aspect of care to all stages of the life cycle and to various states of health and disease.\nEducation and Formal Training Required:\n\nHigh school graduate or equivalent.\nMust be a graduate of a radiology technology program, and must be an American Registered Radiology Technologist.\nMust possess manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; must be able to adapt to all types of conditions of patients.\n\nExperience Required:\n\nOne year as a radiologic technologist and must obtain advanced certification in mammography within 12 months of hire or transfer.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
\nARRT Certificate\nBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\n\n
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Job DescriptionThe Nurse Practice Manager maintains full accountability for leading and managing the human resources, clinical, financial, and administrative operations of an assigned practice(s) in order to continuously improve the quality of patient care and create a healthy workplace for staff in collaboration with organizational leadership.\n\nSalary / Nonexempt \nDayshift | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm\nMonday - Friday | No Weekends or Major Holidays\n\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nStaffing and Operations\n\nAdjust staffing based on patient needs and clinical requirements.\nManage daily operations and provide clinical support as needed.\nServe as a role model in patient and community care.\nAlign with national and organizational goals to enhance patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.\nFoster a compassionate, patient-focused environment.\n\n\nLeadership and Change Management\n\nLead and support staff during transitions and change processes.\nInvolve stakeholders in planning and implementing changes.\nUse interpersonal skills to gain acceptance of ideas and plans.\n\n\nCommunication and Relationships\n\nDevelop and maintain effective relationships with patients, families, staff, and senior management.\nCommunicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.\nBuild teams and resolve conflicts in a timely manner.\nUnderstand cultural differences and promote healthy relationships.\n\n\nProfessional Development and Standards\n\nCommit to professional development to enhance practice quality.\nDevelop staff and maintain performance standards.\nCreate developmental paths and plans for staff.\nSupport new staff and students through orientation and training.\n\n\nFinancial and Resource Management\n\nLead in budgeting, staffing, HR management, and safety reporting.\nDemonstrate fiscal responsibility in managing the practice budget.\nOptimize billing and documentation practices.\n\n\nQuality and Compliance\n\nCollaborate with medical staff to monitor outcomes and implement improvements.\nAnalyze satisfaction data and develop action plans.\nEnsure regulatory compliance and oversee audits and training.\nUse research to improve clinical care.\n\n\nPatient Care and Safety\n\nPromote patient-centered decisions and use best practices.\nSet priorities for clinical, financial, and HR improvements.\nOversee program and patient coordination to achieve goals.\nManage safety hazards in the workplace.\n\n\n\nMinimum 5 years RN experience required.\nProgressive leadership experience with relevant clinical experience preferred.\nBSN or Bachelors in related health care field required.\n\nMSN or Masters in a health care field preferred.\n\n\nThe individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below. They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.\n\nLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:\n\nAct 33 with renewal\nAct 34 with renewal\nAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewal\nBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\n\nCPR Certification CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire\n\n\nRegistered Nurse (RN)
\n\n*Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.\n\n\n\nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran\n
Job DescriptionUniversity of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a Full-Time Supervisor Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner to help support UPMC Neurology Department- Division of Neurohospitalist. \n \nHours: Monday-Friday daylight\nLocation: The APP will rotate coverage at UPMC Magee, Shadyside, and Passavant hospitals. \nPosition Specifics: This is an inpatient general Neurology role. The supervisor will have clinical duties along with supervising a team of inpatient APPs. Oversees the APP education program for the department. \nDepartment Details: The UPMC Department of Neurology provides personalized and comprehensive care for patients with a wide array of neurological disorders and is one of the nation’s leading neurologic research and training programs.\n\nSee what being an Advanced Practice Provider can do for UPMC and what UPMC can do for Advanced Practice Providers – it’s more than just a job!
What Can You Bring to UPMC?\n\nContribute to UPMC’s mission of Life Changing Medicine\nSet the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team\nProvide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.\nEstablish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.\nDemonstrate a commitment to the community and to your health care profession\n\nWhat Can UPMC Do for You?\n\nA career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the future\nHealth and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program\nWork life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave\nCompetitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium pay\nSign-on Bonus available if applicable\n\n\nSupervisor Level:\nThe Supervisor Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner and a member of the care delivery team. The APP is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The APP has responsibility, authority, and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician. The APP manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members. The role of the APP encompasses the beginnings of leadership, partnership, collaboration, and supervision. The APP establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The APP begins to demonstrate a commitment to the community and to their healthcare profession.
The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nOrganize and oversee staffing of clinical sites with attending physician and Director of Operations.\nLiaison for all APPs for each site. This would include communication to the division management and physicians on behalf of the APPs, as well as communication to the MLP's from management.\nAct as a liaison to and preceptor for PA and CRNP students.\nPerform those duties outlined in the Physician Assistant or Certified Nurse Practitioner job description.\nImplements, maintains, monitors, and communicates Human Resources policies pertaining to PA's and CRNP's.\nAssist staff in preparation of conferences.\nProvides departmental leadership to direct, supervise, and manage daily activities of the PA's and CRNP's; completes annual performance evaluations in conjunction with support staff.\nFacilitate training of staff for all PA's and CRNP's.\nOversee staff adherence to compliance requirements including documentation, coding, licensure, internal and external audits, compliance and safety training (OSHA).\nParticipates in recruitment, evaluation, and management of PA and CRNP employees.\nTroubleshoot problems in clinical areas. Work in conjunction with clinical staff to resolve issues.\nPrimary contact for patient complaints or other clinical issues on behalf of the physician in his/her absence.\n\nDemonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately with the patients served as specified below\nDemonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span\nPossess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs\nProvide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures\n\n\nSpecial Skills and Abilities Required\n\nAbility to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families\nAbility to work productively and effectively within a complex environment\nHandle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment\nCritical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care\nGood clinical judgment\nCritical thinking skills necessary to exercise and lead others in application of acceptable standards of practice\nMobility and visual manual dexterity\nPhysical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients\n\nThis position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.\n\nLicensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances\nPost-baccalaureate degree required 5 years as a certified nurse practitioner, physician assistant or relevant managerial experience required (at least 3 of the 5 years from APP experience). 3 years of experience in the department specialty preferred.\nCertified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP): \n\nThe successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program is required\nBSN, MSN is preferred\nProfessional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferred\nCurrent state RN license and CRNP certification are required\nNational certification, eligible for licensure by Pennsylvania board of nursing, eligible for certification as a CRNP by Pennsylvania state board of nursing\nCurrent CPR certification is required\nAct 34 Clearance required\n\nPhysician Assistant (PA): \n\nA graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) is required \nBS or MS candidate is preferred \nExperience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred \nCurrent state PA license certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required \nCurrent CPR certification is required \nAct 34 Clearance required \n\n\nUPMC has a Center for Engagement and Inclusion that is charged with executing leading-edge and next-generation diversity strategies to advance the organization’s diversity management capability and its national presence as a diversity leader. This includes having Employee Resource Groups, such as PRIDE Health or UPMC ENABLED (Empowering Abilities and Leveraging Differences) Network, which support the implementation of our diversity strategy.\nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Job DescriptionAre you a Respiratory Therapist looking to join a dynamic working and learning environment? UPMC is looking to hire a full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our Pulmonary Rehab team!\nThe selected candidate will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary within the Respiratory Therapist career ladder based on experience and level of education.\nThis is a day shift position, with no weekends or holidays required. \nExcellent benefits, a pleasant work environment, and friendly team are just a few of our perks. Apply today!\nPurpose:
Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Demonstrates an advanced level of knowledge in respiratory care as defined by the business unit. Performs all duties of a Respiratory Therapist, RRT. Defined responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all patient service areas.
Responsibilities:\n\nDemonstrates advanced level of knowledge in high risk modalities specific to the business entity. Effectively administers all therapies such as Nitric Oxide (NO) administration and Tracheal Gas Insufflation (TGI). Performs advanced functions in non-traditional settings: OR, ED, Cath Lab, Lung Center, Recovery areas, Transport, etc. Performs bronchoscopy, Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) lab troubleshooting, completes pulmonary function tests, breath alcohol testing, EEG, EKG, Stress Testing, and 24-hour halter monitoring hook-up and scanning as needed.\nMonitors patient's physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes. Performs bronchopulmonary drainage and assists patient in performing breathing exercises. Performs pulmonary function tests to be used by physician in diagnosis of case. Consults with physician in the event of adverse reactions. Maintains patient's chart that contains pertinent identification and therapy information. Orders repairs when needed. Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other health care personnel. Supervises students during training. Assists to transport mechanically ventilated patients. Responds to all code situations.\nEvaluates the appropriateness of medical orders. Interprets clinical data to optimize patient clinical objectives.\nPerforms the duties of a Respiratory Therapist, RRT: Reads prescription, measures arterial blood gases, and reviews patient information to assess patient condition and determine requirements for treatment, such as type and duration of therapy, and medication dosages. Determines most suitable method of administering inhalants, precautions to be observed, and modifications which may be needed that will be compatible with physician's orders. Evaluates the appropriateness of medical orders. Interprets clinical data to optimize patient clinical objectives. Sets up and operates devices, such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators. Operates equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment, such as volume, gas concentration, humidity, and temperature, and to administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients. Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results to therapy. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment functions safely and efficiently.\nFunctions as a Lead Respiratory Therapist (i.e., Charge Duty) as needed in the absence of the Supervisor or Manager based on department need. Functions as a senior level resource to other staff to facilitate problem solving, provide training, and demonstrate techniques.\n\nGraduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required. \nIn lieu of an Associates degree, must have 5 to 7 years of experience or have an NBRC Certification; \nBachelor's degree is preferred. \nTwo (2) years of total respiratory care experience with a minimum of one (1) year in critical care is required. \nMust successfully complete one (1) approved project from the department's project list during each annual performance review period. Project approved within 3 months of hire.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:\nCPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.\nEmployees practicing in Pennsylvania: Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. \nRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required. \nRespiratory Therapists who receive their RRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements.\nEmployees practicing in Maryland: Maryland Respiratory Therapist license required.
\nBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\nOsteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)\nRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)\nAct 34\n\n
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Job DescriptionThe Medical Laboratory Scientist provides authority, responsibility and accountability for the accurate performance of laboratory testing of a routine and advanced nature. These tests are used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients and in the evaluation of a patient’s response to treatment. Apply competent clinical knowledge to achieve accurate clinical testing which leads to quality patient care outcomes. Hematology and urinalysis experience strongly preferred.\nSign On Bonus: $15,000 | 2 yr work commitment \nShift: Days, start time between 6:30AM and 8:00AM | Rotating holidays & weekends\n
Responsibilities:\n\nInteract with all laboratory customers courteously and professionally; respond to telephone inquiries in a timely manner. Practices pleasant communications both internally and externally.\nAdhere to established laboratory and hospital policies in areas of procedures, methods, quality control, quality assurance, safety, compliance, and personnel policies. Follow established procedures for the collection (including phlebotomy, as required) and processing of specimens for analysis including the appropriateness and stability of the sample. Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures according to established protocols with precision and accuracy in a timely and efficient manner.\nRecognize critical, abnormal, and unacceptable test results and follow-up according to established protocols. Recognize factors that affect measurements and results and initiate the necessary corrective action according to established protocols. Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and act as outlined in predetermined protocols.\nOperate and maintain equipment within the scope of training utilizing defined schedules and written instructions to perform quality control checks, preventive maintenance, and calibration. Perform minor repairs. Use reagents and supplies cost-effectively; monitor and maintain an appropriate supply inventory.\nMaintain in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments, their interrelationships and physiological conditions affecting test results.\nConduct, direct, or assist with test development and methodology/equipment evaluation, selection, and implementation.\nPerforms High Complexity Testing (as defined by PA DOH) without direct supervision.\nAssume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section/department temporarily as delegated.\nTrain and orient new employees, students, and residents, as applicable and as assigned.\n\nPrefer 1 year experience in a hospital laboratory. Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems preferred. \nBachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an accredited Medical Lab Scientist program, \n\nOR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP or equivalent categorical or MLT certification,\n\nOR Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science AND at least two years experience in a role equivalent to that of a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in a clinical laboratory.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred. New York License required for NY locations.
\n\n\n\n\nAct 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal\nAct 33 with renewal\nAct 34 with renewal\nAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewal\n\n
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Job DescriptionUniversity of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a Part-Time Physician Assistant or Women's Health Nurse Practitioner to help support their inpatient OB/GYN team at Magee Women's Hospital and UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. This position will be based out of Magee, but support at UPMC Presbyterian will be required. \n \nHours: 2 12-hour shifts, usually 7:00a-7:00p. Some 6:00a-6:00p or 8:00a-8:00p shifts as well as. Rotating Weekends required. No on-call. \nLocation: Magee Women's Hospital and UPMC Presbyterian Hospital\nPosition Specifics: This position will cover rounding on post-partum and inpatient OB/GYN consults. \n\nSee what being an Advanced Practice Provider can do for UPMC and what UPMC can do for Advanced Practice Providers – it’s more than just a job!
What Can You Bring to UPMC?\n\nContribute to UPMC’s mission of Life Changing Medicine\nSet the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team\nProvide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.\nEstablish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.\nDemonstrate a commitment to the community and to your health care profession\n\nWhat Can UPMC Do for You?\n\nA career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the future\nHealth and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program\nWork life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave\nCompetitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium pay\nSign-on Bonus available if applicable\n\nStaff/Senior Level:\nThe Staff or Senior Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner and a member of the care delivery team. The APP is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The APP has responsibility, authority, and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician. The APP manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members. The role of the APP encompasses the beginnings of leadership, partnership, collaboration, and supervision. The APP establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The APP begins to demonstrate a commitment to the community and to their healthcare profession.
The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.
Responsibilities:\n\nApplies basic professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate for practice setting. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation. Demonstrates critical thinking in all areas of professional practice. Learns to incorporate acceptable standards of professional practice as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. Formulates a plan of care that considers individual patient needs. Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice. Seeks guidance and asks questions to continuously improve professional practice. Builds relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Identifies ethical situations within patient care or within the workplace and seeks assistance. Professionally accepts assignments that gradually increase patient load and complexity.\nActively engages in clinical development of all members of the healthcare team. Requests opportunities to learn advanced professional practice techniques from senior healthcare team members. Seeks, accepts, and utilizes performance feedback from peers, preceptors, and unit/department Leaders as a learning opportunity and to improve practice. Demonstrates enthusiasm for continuous learning and identifies and creates a plan for the continuation of learning and development. Identifies patient and family needs for education and provides basic education to support the episode of care. Seeks professional development and involvement through membership in a professional organization and/or reading professional literature on a regular basis.\nDemonstrates a basic knowledge of research, how it affects practice and who/what resources are available to assist with evidence-based practice by asking questions, demonstrating interest, participating in journal clubs. Clinical practice demonstrates knowledge of how quality and innovation impacts patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical quality outcomes. Identifies opportunities for improvement in the clinical area.\nDemonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Begins to demonstrate awareness of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.\nDemonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care. Makes recommendations for the improvement of clinical care and the health of the workplace and welcomes and participates in change initiatives. Leads by investing and building healthy relationships among colleagues and other disciplines. Shows the ability to set priorities. Begins to serve as an engaged member of a team supporting colleagues in service to patients and families and may participate in task forces or other initiatives.\nDemonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately with the patients served as specified below\nDemonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span\nPossess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs\nProvide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures\nSpecial Skills and Abilities Required\n\nAbility to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families\nAbility to work productively and effectively within a complex environment\nHandle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment\nCritical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care\nGood clinical judgment\nCritical thinking skills necessary to exercise and lead others in application of acceptable standards of practice\nMobility and visual manual dexterity\nPhysical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients\n\nThis position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.\nLicensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances\nCertified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP): \n\nThe successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program is required\nBSN, MSN is preferred\nProfessional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferred\nCurrent state RN license and CRNP certification are required\nNational certification, eligible for licensure by Pennsylvania board of nursing, eligible for certification as a CRNP by Pennsylvania state board of nursing\nCurrent CPR certification is required\nAct 33 Clearance will be required \nAct 73 Clearance will be required \nAct 34 Clearance required\n\nPhysician Assistant (PA): \n\nA graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) is required \nBS or MS candidate is preferred \nExperience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred \nCurrent state PA license certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required \nCurrent CPR certification is required \nAct 33 Clearance will be required \nAct 73 Clearance will be required \nAct 34 Clearance required \n\nSenior Level \n\nMinimum 3 years of experience or Completion of a post-graduate residency \nThe successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner or a graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) program is required \nBSN, MSN preferred for CRNP, BS or MS preferred for PA \nCompletion of National Certification \nMust achieve a Solid/Strong/Good performance rating or higher on annual performance evaluation for consideration and to maintain status annually \nCompletion of an OAPP approved professional contribution within one year of hire or promotion into the position. \nMust have department chair approval for promotion \nACLS or ITLS or NALS or PALS or ACLS or other certifications listed must meet AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. \n\nOAPP: If practicing in an outpatient or other non-inpatient setting, APPs can use one of the certifications above or use a business unit approved certification which is relevant, and value added to the practice setting. \nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran\nUPMC has a Center for Engagement and Inclusion that is charged with executing leading-edge and next-generation diversity strategies to advance the organization’s diversity management capability and its national presence as a diversity leader. This includes having Employee Resource Groups, such as PRIDE Health or UPMC ENABLED (Empowering Abilities and Leveraging Differences) Network, which support the implementation of our diversity strategy.
Job DescriptionLocated in Cumberland, MD - UPMC Western Maryland is full of opportunities for those looking to take the next step in their career! We are currently hiring a full-time RN to join our Home Health team!\nThis is a Monday - Friday dayshift position that will include rotating weekends and holidays. \n*Job title and pay rate will be determined on education and experience. Pay rates shown are for the Professional Staff Nurse job title.\n
The Professional Staff Nurse is responsible for the delivery of skilled nursing services to patients in their homes according to the physician's plan of care, agency policies and procedures, fiscal intermediaries, regulatory agencies and bodies, and within recognized standards of nursing practice. Must possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to the population served.
Responsibilities:\n\nAttend compliance training and adhere to the organization standards of conduct, policies and procedures.\nFocuses on customer service and continually strives to perform the duties of their job in a manner that will result in optimal patient satisfaction.\nAssigns other nursing personnel, including LPNs and Aides to assist in the appropriate delivery of services as ordered on the plan of care to the patient.\nSupervises and teaches other nursing personnel including LPNs and Home Health Aides.\nIdentifies, investigates, and recommends solutions to organizational issues.\n Identifies any deficits or exceptional performance issues of other nursing personnel, LPNs, and Aides, and recommends solutions.\nProven ability to facilitate change.\nCoordinates case management activities within a multi-disciplinary health care team to insure appropriate delivery of services to patients.\nInitiates, coordinates, and insures ongoing communication with the physician and other members of the health care team.\nAttends and participates in patient care conferences, team meetings, and other related meetings.\nPerforms duties and job responsibilities in a fashion that coincides with the service management philosophy of UPMC Home Health Care towards patients, visitors, staff, peers, physicians, and other departments within the organization.\n Identifies, develops, and participates in process improvement opportunities within the home health agency that will enhance the quality of the services we provide.\nProvides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes, and adjusts nursing care process as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.\nInitiates, coordinates, and evaluates patient and family-centered health teaching.\nEstablishes the plan of care in collaboration with the physician, patient, and UM Professional in accordance with the physician's orders and patient needs.\nAdvises and consults with family and other agency personnel, as appropriate.\nCompletes documentation including visit assessment, OASIS, 485, and Verbal Orders accurately and promptly on the laptop device or in written documentation while in the patient's home and within the agency's and regulatory standards.\nData syncs (transmits) information same day.\nExercise independent judgment in matters concerning emergent and non-emergent patient care needs and communicate with the physician.\nParticipates in on-call coverage rotation for the agency.\n\nZero to two years of experience. 6 months of nursing experience in an Acute Care or Skilled Care Facility or Home Health or Hospice Care preferred.\nBSN preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:\nCurrent licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse either in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located.\nCPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.\nAutomotive Insurance\n\n*Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Job DescriptionUniversity of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a Casual Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner to support the Emergency Department at Magee Womens Hospital. \n \nHours: ED APPs provide 24/7 coverage for the emergency room\nLocation: Magee Womens Hospital\nDepartment Details: As one of the largest provider groups in Pennsylvania, UPMC Emergency Medicine enables health care professionals to efficiently and expertly address emergency medical situations.\n\nSee what being an Advanced Practice Provider can do for UPMC and what UPMC can do for Advanced Practice Providers – it’s more than just a job!
What Can You Bring to UPMC?\n\nContribute to UPMC’s mission of Life Changing Medicine\nSet the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team\nProvide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.\nEstablish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.\nDemonstrate a commitment to the community and to your health care profession\n\nWhat Can UPMC Do for You?\n\nA career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the future\nHealth and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program\nWork life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave\nCompetitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium pay\nSign-on Bonus available if applicable\n\n\nStaff Level ED APP:\nThe Staff Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner and a member of the care delivery team. The APP is responsible for providing patient care services in the Emergency Department. This includes evaluation and management of emergent patients and performing procedures as needed. The APP is expected to follow established standards and practices when performing these duties.
The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nMeets expectation of facilitating a face-to-face contact between patients and a physician, and a review of every patient chart by a physician
\nPatients per hour are at least 90% of the average benchmark based on site volume
\nComplies with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health)
\nComplete patient charts and prepare discharge instructions. Ensure all charting is thorough and complete for each patient. Ninety five percent of all charts must be completed before the end of shift. Any remaining charts are completed within 3 days of date of service.
\nPerforms when necessary, routine procedures such as splinting, reductions, laceration repair, I&Ds etc.
\nPerform an appropriate history and physical examination based on the patient's presenting complaint. Document findings in the medical record.
\nWork with other APPs to ensure all shifts are covered in Emergency Department on a 24/7 basis.
\nAssess patient's condition quickly and concisely and determine the best course of treatment. This can include ordering appropriate laboratory or imaging studies, discussing patient with the Emergency Physician and/or referring patient to consultants.\n\nDemonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately with the patients served as specified below\nDemonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span\nPossess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs\nProvide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures\n\n\nSpecial Skills and Abilities Required\n\nAbility to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families\nAbility to work productively and effectively within a complex environment\nHandle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment\nCritical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care\nGood clinical judgment\nCritical thinking skills necessary to exercise and lead others in application of acceptable standards of practice\nMobility and visual manual dexterity\nPhysical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients\n\nThis position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.\n\nLicensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances\nCertified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP): \n\nThe successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program is required\nBSN, MSN is preferred\nProfessional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferred\nCurrent state RN license and CRNP certification are required\nNational certification, eligible for licensure by Pennsylvania board of nursing, eligible for certification as a CRNP by Pennsylvania state board of nursing\nCurrent CPR certification is required\nAct 33 Clearance will be required \nAct 73 Clearance will be required \nAct 34 Clearance required\nENP certification preferred\n\nPhysician Assistant (PA): \n\nA graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) is required \nBS or MS candidate is preferred \nExperience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred \nCurrent state PA license certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required \nCurrent CPR certification is required \nAct 33 Clearance will be required \nAct 73 Clearance will be required \nAct 34 Clearance required \n\n\nUPMC has a Center for Engagement and Inclusion that is charged with executing leading-edge and next-generation diversity strategies to advance the organization’s diversity management capability and its national presence as a diversity leader. This includes having Employee Resource Groups, such as PRIDE Health or UPMC ENABLED (Empowering Abilities and Leveraging Differences) Network, which support the implementation of our diversity strategy.\nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Job DescriptionUPMC Altoona Regional Health Services is hiring a full-time Supervisor, Specialty Imaging Services. This role will work daylight hours Monday - Friday with varying start times. \nThis position ensures the efficient operations of the imaging department. Supervises staff and operations, ensures efficient work flow, delegates responsibilities, ensures efficient staffing levels, and timely communication to both staff and other members of management.
Responsibilities:\n\nEnsures staff are properly oriented and performs annual performance evaluations of staff.\nEnsures efficient work flow, delegation of responsibilities, efficient staffing levels, and timely communication to both staff and other members of management are maintained throughout the department.\nMaintains records and reports for each staff member to ensure performance is met and has crucial conversations with staff when needed.\nEngages in staff recognition and staff empowerment while maintaining a focus on the patient experience.\nAssists in the development, revision and implementation of department policies, procedures, and QA initiatives. Communicates and enforces policies and procedures to staff.\nMonitors employee compliance with safety standards and ensure standards are enforced.\nRemains current regarding developments in the field of radiology and attends training sessions to maintain knowledge as necessary.\nProvides input to staff interviews and makes hiring decisions.\nParticipates in the budgeting process and strives to maintain costs and meet the budget of supplies and clinical staffing operations.\nEnsures that all quality control tests and procedures are conducted and documented and that performance of all equipment is accurate within established parameters to meet regulatory requirements. Ensures repairs are addressed in a timely manner.\n\n4 years of imaging experience required.\nAssociate's degree in radiologic technology preferred. \nPrevious supervisory experience is preferred.\nEffective analytical ability and interpersonal skills
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:\nGraduate from an ARRT, ARDMS, or NMTCB Accredited School\nARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC) OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)\nCPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire\nBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\nAct 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal\nAct 33 with renewal\nAct 34 with renewal\nAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewal\n\n
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Job DescriptionElevate Your Career in Imaging – Join UPMC Hamot as a Part-Time Sonographer!\nAre you ready to take the next step in your imaging career with a role that offers variety, professional development, and the chance to work alongside some of the most skilled radiology professionals in the field? UPMC Hamot is seeking a Part-Time Sonographer to join our innovative and collaborative team. This position offers variable shifts, including weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities, with minimal travel required.\nAs a Sonographer at UPMC Hamot, you will perform imaging procedures at a technical level that does not require constant supervision, using independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity to deliver high-quality care in line with professional standards. You'll have the unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and equipment, assist with interventional radiology procedures, and gain experience that provides strong preparation for multiple ARDMS board certifications—making this role an ideal step for career growth and specialization.\nAt UPMC, we invest in our people. Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards Benefits package, you’ll have access to ongoing educational opportunities, career advancement, and the support of a respected and innovative health system.\nApply today and experience what’s possible when you bring your passion and expertise to UPMC Hamot.\nResponsibilities:\n\nAssist physicians with invasive procedures as necessary and adhere strictly to the universal protocol standards.\nEnsure all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.\nMay be responsible for High Level Disinfection of devices, supplies and/or equipment\nDemonstrate the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.\nIdentify all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures.\nReview patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data.\nDocument patient history in electronic record as required.\nPerform a variety of technical ultrasound procedures, correlating appropriate patient history, laboratory data, and physical findings, for the purpose of assisting in a patient's medical diagnosis under the direct supervision of a physician.\nDemonstrate a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect.\nWork as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.\nUtilize appropriate ultrasound instrumentation for procedures and demonstrates knowledge of equipment operations, applications and scanning techniques resulting in optimized image data/documentation.\nComplete procedures according to protocol.\nObtain appropriate image documentation of cross-sectional anatomy in all body planes demonstrating anatomy, anatomical relationships and ultrasonic characteristics of normal and abnormal tissues and obtains and correlate ultrasonic measurements of structures/organs with data charts, anatomical normal measurements and computer data programs, where applicable.\nRequired:\n\nCompletion of formal training in an Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.\n\nLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:\n\nCompletion of formal training in an Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.\nRDMS registered or registry eligible preferred.\nCompletion of Physics portion of registry preferred.\nMust obtain RDMS within 12 months of hire date.\nBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\nRegistered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)\nAct 34\n\nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
