BERKSHIRE MEDICAL CENTER MEMO TO: FROM: SUBJECT: ALL EMPLOYEES HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT POSITION VACANCY POSTING DATE: OCTOBER 11, 2013 DEADLINE: OCTOBER 21, 2013 FOR THE CURRENT LIST OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS AT ALL OTHER BERKSHIRE HEALTH SYSTEMS ENTITIES, I.E. THE BERKSHIRE VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION, FAIRVIEW HOSPITAL, PLEASE CALL THE CAREER LINE AT (413) 447-2116. At the present time the following positions are available at Berkshire Medical Center: EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT RN 32 Hr/E (3:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m.) JOB #3534 *Master schedule: Week 1 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday. Week 2 Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Week 3 Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Week 4 Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Includes every other weekend/holiday. -Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. -Bachelor s degree in nursing preferred. -Thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedures. -Current MA RN license. -Must be CPR certified annually. -Must demonstrate continuing education in accordance with state regulations. -Excellent interpersonal skills. -Performance consistent with Customer Service Standards. -2 years previous medical/surgical experience preferred. -Ability to assess potential deterioration in condition and knowledge of critical care intervention strongly preferred. -Completion of cardiac monitoring, neuro and respiratory courses strongly preferred. -BLS certification required. -Trauma Center experience preferred. -IV and phlebotomy skills preferred. -ACLS certification or successful completion of an ACLS course within 6 months of hire required. -TNCC course completed within 6 months of hire depending on course availability. -Ability to demonstrate special expertise required for emergent care of patients and their families. -Demonstrated ability to deal with all ages and all varieties of illness from non-urgent to urgent to acute critical episodes. -Demonstrated evidence of strong interpersonal skills. -Demonstrated ability to function in a stressful environment. * * Physical requirements for this position are listed on page ten* * CRITICAL CARE RN 40 Hr/N Night Special (10:30 p.m.-7:30 a.m.) JOB #3519 *Master schedule: Week 1 Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday. Week 2 Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Week 3 Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday. Week 4 Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Includes every other weekend/holiday
Position Vacancy Report -2- October 11, 2013 RN 36 Hr/N (7:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m.) JOB #3520 *Master schedule: Week 1 Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday. Week 2 Tuesday, Friday, Saturday. Week 3 Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday. Week 4 Tuesday, Friday, Saturday. Includes every other weekend/holiday -Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. -Bachelors degree in nursing preferred. -Thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedures. -Current MA RN license. -Must be CPR certified annually. -Must demonstrate continuing education in accordance with state regulations. -Excellent interpersonal skills. -Performance consistent with Customer Service standards. -Minimum of 1 to 2 years acute medical/surgical experience preferred. -Critical Care experience preferred; if no critical care experience, must successfully complete Arrhythmia/Coronary/Neuro/Respiratory/ICU courses within 6 months. -ACLS certification preferred; required after 1 year. * * Physical requirements for these positions are listed on page ten** NOF RN 24 Hr/E * (3:00 p.m.- 11:30 p.m.) JOB #3523 *Master schedule: Week 1 Sunday, Monday, Friday. Week 2 Monday, Wednesday, Saturday Week 3 Sunday, Monday, Thursday. Week 4 Monday, Wednesday, Saturday. Includes every other weekend/holiday -Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. -Bachelor s degree in nursing preferred. -Thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedures. -Current MA RN license. -Must be CPR certified annually. -Must demonstrate continuing education in accordance with state regulations. -Excellent interpersonal skills. -Performance consistent with Customer Service Standards. -Minimum of 1 to 2 years experience in medical/surgical nursing preferred. -Experience in varied clinical areas preferred. -Demonstrated ability to function autonomously. -Demonstrated flexibility in response to changing patient care needs. * * Physical requirements for these positions are listed on page ten* * 3 EAST SURGICAL RN 40 Hr/N Night Special (10:30 p.m.-7:30 a.m.) JOB #3521 *Master schedule: Week 1 Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday. Week 2 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday. Week 3 Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday Week 4 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday. Includes every other weekend/holiday. -Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Position Vacancy Report -3- October 11, 2013 3 EAST SURGICAL (Continued from page two) -Bachelors degree in nursing preferred. -Thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedures. -Current MA RN license. -Must be CPR certified annually. -Must demonstrate continuing education in accordance with state regulations. -Excellent interpersonal skills. -Performance consistent with Customer Standards. -1 to 2 years surgical nursing experience preferred. -Experience in neurosurgical nursing preferred. -Successful completion of Neuro Clinical Care and Arrhythmia courses required within 6 months of employment. -Ability to utilize nursing process in the care of neurosurgical patients. * * Physical requirements for these positions are listed on page ten * In assessing the relative qualifications of applicants for the nursing vacancies on this vacancy list, the Medical Center will consider job performance, prior relevant experience and training and any other factors that bear on the Medical Center s assessment of the candidate s abilities to perform the job successfully. If you are interested in being considered for these nursing vacancies, please submit a Transfer Request Form to your supervisor/department director. Once your supervisor/department director has completed their portion of the Transfer Form please forward the document prior to the above indicated deadline to Human Resources. PAIN, DIAGNOSIS & TREAMENT CENTER PAIN & SPINE SERVICE LINE MANAGER 40 Hr/D (8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.) JOB #3537 Monday - Friday -BSN required, MSN or related Master s Degree preferred. -Registered Nurse in the State of Massachusetts. -Orthopedic certification preferred (NAON) -Registered Nurse with at least 5 years of Med Surgical/Critical Care experience required. -2-5 years of experience in Pain Management preferred. -Pain Certification preferred. -Excellent computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office products, knowledge of EPIC preferred. -Excellent communicator with great follow up and responsiveness. -Recognized as a leader and role model in Orthopedic specialty area of nursing. -Excellent interpersonal skills. -Demonstrated ability to manage projects in an organized manner and bring projects to completions. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with nurses, and physicians, demonstrating respect for all healthcare personnel. -Demonstrated ability to independently maintain a work schedule. -Identified by peers as a role model with respect to dedication to our patients and the profession of nursing. -Proficiency in use of computers and aggregation and interpretation of data for research purposes. -Supports organization goals and initiatives. -Standing occasionally 25-50% of day. -Walking occasionally 25-50% of day. Continued on page four
Position Vacancy Report -4- October 11, 2013 PAIN, DIAGNOSIS & TREATMENT CENTER (Continued from page three) -Sitting occasionally 25-50% of day. -Manual dexterity/repetitive use of hands, wrists, arms, elbows frequently 50-75% of day. -Forward reaching with hands and/or arms occasionally25-50% of day. -Overhead/above shoulder reaching less than 25% of day. -Lifting less than 15 lbs. frequently floor-waist, frequently waist-shoulder, above shoulder occasionally. -Lifting 15-25 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, above shoulder occasionally. -Lifting 25-50 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, above shoulder occasionally. -Lifting 50 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder -Pushing/pulling less than 50 lbs. occasionally. NON SCHEDULED NURSING NURSING ASSISTANT NON SCHEDULED JOB #3524 NURSING ASSISTANT NON SCHEDULED JOB #3525 NURSING ASSISTANT NON SCHEDULED JOB #3526 NURSING OFFICE FLOAT NURSING ASSISTANT 32 Hr/N (11:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m.) JOB #3522 3 EAST SURGICAL NURSING ASSISTANT 32 Hr/E (3:00 p.m. 11:30 p.m.) EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT NURSING ASSISTANT 32 Hr/D/E (11:00 a.m. 7:30 p.m.) JOB#3518 JOB#3535 -High school graduate or equivalent. -Successful completion of a nursing assistant training course and/or current status as a student in an RN or LPN preparatory program with one semester of clinical experience in a nursing program. -Certified nursing assistant or equivalent. -Knowledge of arithmetic, English and grammar. -Good general mental and physical health; well groomed. -Desire to be of service to other and dependable. -Demonstrated interpersonal relationship skills. -Patient care experience preferred. -CPR certification required. -Standing constantly over 75% of day. -Walking constantly over 75% of day. -Sitting less than 25% of day. -Manual dexterity/repetitive use of hands, wrists, arms, elbows constantly over 75% of day. -Forward reaching with hands and/or arms constantly over 75% of day. Continued on page five
Position Vacancy Report -5- October 11, 2013 EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT (Continued from page four) -Climbing or balancing occasionally 25-50% of day. -Stooping, kneeling, crouching constantly over 75% of day. -Lifting less than 15 lbs. frequently floor-waist, frequently waist-shoulder, frequently above shoulder -Lifting 15-25 lbs. frequently floor-waist, frequently waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder -Lifting 25-40 lbs. frequently floor-waist, frequently waist-shoulder. -Lifting 50 lbs. frequently floor-waist, frequently waist-shoulder. -Pushing/pulling less than 50 lbs. frequently. -Pushing/pulling 50-100 lbs. frequently. -Pushing/pulling on wheels 300 lbs. frequently. PSYCHIATRY & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES/PRIMARY CARE OUTREACH TEAM JOB #3527 MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER III Non-Scheduled -Master s degree in Social Work required. -L.C.S.W. is required. -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required. -Ability to work independently required. -Proven crisis intervention skills. -Proven solution oriented and brief therapy skills. -Knowledge of BMC/Brien Center resources and community resources. -Knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements. -Ability to maintain confidentiality. -Proven collaboration skills with other disciplines. -Computer experience preferred. -Provide appropriate clinical documentation. -Develop appropriate caseload; triage referrals; and follow-up. -Experience in family work preferred. -Ability to sit 5 hours per 8 hour shift. -Ability to move freely from unit to unit and office to office on Berkshire Medical campus. -Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so the requirements of the position can be fully met. -Ability to speak the English language in an understandable manner. -Occasional reaching and stooping for files in file cabinets. -Manual dexterity to review charts and use computer. -Position involves potential exposure to unpleasant elements, body fluids and contagious diseases. LANGUAGE & TRANSLATION MEDICAL INTERPRETER 20 Hr/D (1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.) JOB#3536-2 years of college minimum, bachelor degree preferred. -Medical Interpreter Competency Training Program certification within the last 3 years (depending on experience) is required. -Must have National Certification for Medical Interpreters. -Must pass interpreting course/exam and have knowledge of clinical terms. -Minimum as a medical interpreter, two years, interpreting for people with limited English proficiency, in official or unofficial capacity. -Can include medical, legal or business interpretation. -Experience in document translation preferred. Continued on page six
Position Vacancy Report -6- October 11, 2013 LANGUAGE & TRANSLATION (Continued from page five) -Must have a telephone, reliable transportation, and ability to be on-call, understand role and boundaries of an interpreter. -Strict adherence to confidentiality policy. -Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. -Standing constantly over 75% of day. -Walking frequently 50-75% of day. -Sitting less than 25% of day. -Manual dexterity/repetitive use of hands, wrists, arms, elbows less than 25% of day. -Forward reaching with hands and/or arms less than 25% of day. CARDIOLOGY PROFESSIONAL SERVICES JOB #3484 OFFICE COORDINATOR 40 Hr/D (8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) This is a reposting of the position originally posted on September 13, 2013. -High school diploma -Graduate of a certified Medical Assistant training program required. -2 years experience in a busy health care office setting strongly preferred. -Outstanding customer service skills required. -Knowledge of medical terminology. -Excellent clerical and organizational skills required. -Medical Assisting experience required. -Physician billing/charge entry experience desirable. -Supervisory experience preferred. -Flexible hours required to cover for staff and Practice Administrator vacations and earned time absences. -Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability and experience dealing with agitated/dissatisfied patients, Families and physicians. -Ability to assume a leadership role within the practice and lead staff to service excellence. -Ability to work effectively and independently under pressure in a fast paced environment with minimal supervision. -Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks throughout the work day. -Demonstrated competency in handling confidential and sensitive information. -Standing occasionally 25-50% of day. -Walking occasionally 25-50% of day. -Sitting frequently 50-75% of day. -Manual dexterity/repetitive use of hands, wrists, arms, elbows constantly over 75% of day. -Forward reaching with hands and/or arms constantly over 75% of day. -Stooping, kneeling, crouching frequently 50-75% of day. -Overhead/above shoulder reaching constantly more than 75% of day. -Lifting less than 15 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, frequently waist-shoulder, frequently above shoulder. -Lifting 15-25 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder. -Lifting 25-45 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder. -Lifting 50 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder. Continued on page seven
Position Vacancy Report -7- October 11, 2013 CARDIOLOGY PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (Continued from page six) -Pushing/pulling less than 50 lbs. occasionally. -Pushing/pulling 50-100 lbs. occasionally. -Pushing/pulling on wheels only 250 lbs. occasionally. RADIOLOGY MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST 15 Hr/E (5:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. ) JOB #3531 Monday Friday Rotating Holidays MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST 10 Hr/D/E (8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. ) JOB #3532 Every weekend/ Rotating Holidays -High School diploma required. -Formalized training in medical terminology preferred. -1 to 2 years Medical Experience. -Radiology terminology and typist keyboard proficiency (50 words + per minute preferred. -Experience in working with Meditech preferred. -Excellent written and verbal communications. -Standing less than 25% of day. -Walking less than 25% of day. -Sitting constantly more than 75% of day. -Manual dexterity/repetitive use of hands, wrists, arms, elbows constantly more than 75% of day. -Forward reaching with hands and/or arms constantly more than 75% of day. -Overhead/above shoulder reaching less than 25% of day. -Lifting less than 15 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder. -Lifting 15-25 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder -Lifting 25-40 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder -Lifting 50 lbs occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder -Pushing/pulling less than 50 lbs. occasionally -Pushing/pulling 50-100 lbs. occasionally -Pushing/pulling on wheels 300 lbs. occasionally LABORATORY PHLEBOTOMIST 32 Hr/D* JOB #3504 *The hours for this position are 6:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. *Rotating weekends/holidays. This is a reposting of the position originally posted on September 27, 2013. -High school diploma or equivalent. -1 year experience preferred. -On the job training as a receptionist/phlebotomist in a hospital setting. -Independent judgment and initiative required to schedule, organize and plan work. -Collect blood from inpatients and out patients of all ages. -Perform template bleeding times. -Teach Medical Technology students and various nursing personnel to draw blood. -Flexibility and adaptability in emergency situations including working additional hours or shifts. Continued on page eight
Position Vacancy Report -8- October 11, 2013 LABORATORY (Continued from page seven) -Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and alertly for extended periods of time, and under stress to ensure against errors. -Effective communication skills including listening, writing, talking and reading. -Use of LIS/HIS computer system. -Ability to cover any shift including early birds and nursing homes. -Available for courier responsibilities when needed. -Standing constantly occasionally 25-50% of day. -Walking occasionally 25-50% of day. -Sitting constantly occasionally 25-50% of day. -Manual dexterity/repetitive use of hands, wrists, arms, elbows frequently 50-75% of day. -Forward reaching with hands and/or arms occasionally 25-50% of day. -Overhead/above shoulder reaching less than 25% of day. -Lifting less than 15 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder. HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT JOB #3532 SR CODER ABSTRACTOR OR CODER/ABSTRACTOR OR CODER ABSTRATOR TRAINEE 40 Hr/D (7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) Candidates may apply for one of the following positions for which they qualify. SR. CODER/ABSTRACTOR -High school graduate, advanced education in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, and pathophysiology are all required. -Basic understanding of frequently ordered tests, required. -Familiarity with computers required. -Basic understanding of casemix, billing and reimbursement systems ie MS-DRGs, APCs required. -Medical record training; previous coding in a teaching facility and RHIT, CCS, RHIA, CPC or CPC-H required. -CPC, CPC-H, RHIT, CCS or RHIA required. -2 to 3 years experience in coding with ICD-9 and CPT-4 required. -Demonstrated ability to interact with physicians and other health professionals. -Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills at all times. -Demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with confidential information. -Proven analytical skills to reach appropriate decisions/outcomes. -Proven ability to work independently, detail oriented, ability to focus on task. -Ability to work at multiple sites. -Actively participate in data quality peer review function required. Or CODER/ABRACTOR -High school graduate, advanced education in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, and pathophysiology are all required. -Basic understanding of frequently ordered tests, required. -Familiarity with computers required. -Basic understanding of casemix, billing and reimbursement systems, ie DRG s, APG s/apc s required. -Medical record training; previous coding in a teaching facility and RHIT, CCS, RHIA, CCS-A, CPC or Continued on page nine
Position Vacancy Report -9- October 11, 2013 HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (Continued from page eight) CPC-H preferred. -RHIT, CCS, RHIA, CCS-A, CPC or CPC-H certification preferred. -Demonstrated ability to interact with physicians and other health professionals. -Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills at all times. -Demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with confidential information. -Proven analytical skills to reach appropriate decisions/outcomes. -Proven ability to work independently, detail oriented, ability to focus on task. -Ability to work at multiple sites. -Actively participate in data quality peer review function required. Or CODER/ABSTRACTOR TRAINEE -High school graduate, education in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, are all required. -Basic understanding of frequently ordered tests, required -Familiarity with computers required. -Basic understanding of casemix or billing and reimbursement systems, i.e. MS-DRGs, APCs required. -Health Information Management or Health Care experience preferred. -Experience in coding with ICD-9 and CPT-4 preferred. -Demonstrated ability to interact with physicians and other health professionals. -Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills at all times. -Demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with confidential information. -Proven analytical skills to reach appropriate decisions/outcomes. -Proven ability to work independently, detail oriented, ability to focus on task. -Ability to work at multiple sites. -Actively participate in data quality peer review function required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS -Standing less than 25% of day. -Walking less than 35% of day. -Sitting frequently 50-75% of day. -Manual dexterity/repetitive use of hands, wrists, arms, elbows constantly 75% of day. -Forward reaching w/hands and/or arms frequently 50-75% of day. -Overhead/above shoulder reaching less than 25% of day. -Lifting 15-25 lbs. occasionally floor-waist, occasionally waist-shoulder, occasionally above shoulder. -Pushing/pulling 50-100 lbs. occasionally. ACCESS SERVICES ACCESS COORDINATOR 16 Hr/D (9:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m.) JOB#3533 *Every Weekend/Rotating holidays -Admitting and Meditech experience preferred. - One year experience in a hospital environment preferred. -2 years of college (secretarial/health related) or equivalent work experience. -Medical terminology preferred. -Proven typing ability (40 w.p.m.) and computer skills (i.e. Meditech). -Manual dexterity necessary for typing/computer purposes. Continued on page ten
Position Vacancy Report -10- October 11, 2013 ACCESS SERVICES (Continued from page nine) -Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills. -Ability to speak/understand Spanish preferred. -Ideal candidate will demonstrate and maintain a high level of flexibility. -Proven ability to interact appropriately with the community, hospital staff and physicians and maintain a high level of confidentiality. -Proven outstanding customer service skills, consistently demonstrating a professional, pleasant presentation. -Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team. -Proven ability and experience dealing with agitated/dissatisfied persons. -Must possess and demonstrate strong organizational skills. -Ability to speak the English language in a clearly understandable manner. -Ability to troubleshoot/maintain proper operation of business equipment preferred. -Standing frequently 50-75% of day. -Walking frequently 50-75% of day. -Sitting occasionally 25-50% of day. -Manual dexterity/repetitive use of hands, wrists, arms elbows frequently 50-75% of day. -Forward reaching with hands and/or arms frequently 50-75% of day. -Overhead/above shoulder reaching less than 25% of day. -Lifting less than 15 lbs. occasionally floor-waist. -Lifting 15-15 lbs. occasionally floor-waist. IN ADDITION TO THE QUALIFICATIONS LISTED, THE FOLLOWING ARE THE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NURSING POSITIONS. -Noise exposure (100%) -Sitting (15%) -Standing (85%) -Walking (75%) -Kneeling/crouching (25%) -Lifting loads at or above 50 lbs. (55%) -Carrying loads at or over above 100 lbs. (25%) -Pushing/pulling at or over 100 0lbs. (70%) -Forward bending (70%) -Side bending (15%) -Stretching (60%) -Reaching in all directions, twisting (55%) -Crawling (10%) -Climbing stairs/ladders (15%) -Wrist rotation (60%) -Dust (50%) -Frequent contact with water (60%) -Ambulating/assisting patients (60%) -Hand movement: tool handling (40%) typing (15%) writing (20%) assembly (25%) grasping (55%) fine manipulation (10%)
-Ability to discriminate colors (40%) -Required to wear respiratory equipment (10%) -Must be able to speak, comprehend and write the English language. -Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so the requirements of the position can be fully met. If you are interested in being considered for these positions, please submit a TRANSFER REQUEST FORM and WORK HISTORY FORM to your supervisor/department director. Once they have completed their section of the Transfer Form, forward both documents prior to the above-indicated deadline to the Human Resources Employment Office. Notice of the Filing of a Labor Condition Application with the Employment and Training Administration 1. One H-1B nonimmigrant worker is being sought by Fairview Hospital, through the filing of a labor condition application with the Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor. 2. The worker is being sought as an Emergency Physician. 3. Wages of $ 228,384 per year are being offered to this worker. 4. The period of employment for which this worker is being sought is November 6, 2013 to November 5, 2016. 5. The employment will occur at: 29 Lewis Avenue, Great Barrington, MA 01230. 6. The labor condition application is available for public inspection at the employer s principal place of business: 29 Lewis Avenue, Great Barrington, MA 01230. 7. Complaints alleging misrepresentation of material facts in the labor condition application and/or failure to comply with the terms of the labor condition application may be filed with any office of the Wage and Hour Division of the United States Department of Labor.