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Job type: Full Time
Shift: Days
GENERAL DUTIES: 
The Infection Prevention Manager directs and coordinates the infection control program in the hospital. The designated person will be given the authority to implement and enforce the Surveillance, Prevention and Control Program policies, coordinate all infection prevention and control within the hospital and facilitate ongoing monitoring of the effectiveness of prevention and/or control activities and interventions. The Infection Prevention Manager (IPM) will work directly with Infection Prevention Medical Director and coordinates activities to ensure adherence to regulatory and state requirements. The IPM is responsible for training and direct oversight of Infection Control Practitioners to ensure consistency in infection prevention practices throughout the hospital. Creates and implements in-service programs with respect to infection prevention and control  Prepares and presents Annual Infection Control Evaluation and Plan  Coordinates Infection Control Committee meeting, prepares agenda and is responsible for meeting minute’s content as well as meeting all regulatory standards as it pertains to Infection Control  Infection Control Champion for the Joint Commission and responsible for implementing house wide initiatives to  ensure uninterrupted compliance  Prepares and maintains Infection Control Manual consistent with federal regulations and Joint Commission standards.  Ensures any updates are distributed to appropriate departments.  Ensures Committee actions are communicated and action plans are completed  Responsible for development and implementation of actions for identified infection control issues utilizing  surveillance data  Identifies areas of improvement and serves as educator for house-wide infection control program and serves as  educator for all new employees, New Grads, volunteers, medical residents, and medical/nursing students. Jointly  provides education to Medical Staff in collaboration with Infection Prevention Medical Director  Has direct supervision of Infection Control Practitioners. Responsible for training and mentoring  Consults with Occupational Health Services regarding Employee Health Program as it relates to infectious diseases  and infection control   Identifies documents and reports hospital acquired infections according to the Infection Control Plan.  Ensures Corporate Score Card Infection Control initiatives are reported on time and with-in established benchmarks.  Demonstrates team approach to projects.  Takes initiative to keep Chief Quality Officer fully informed on work related issues  Reports to work station on a regular basis for scheduled day and time  Answers the phones and responds to our customer needs professionally and without complaints.  Required Education/ Training/ Experience:   Baccalaureate degree required in nursing, lab, or other healthcare related field  Minimum 5 years of experience in infection prevention or other related roles including, health care management or  quality or patient safety role.  4 years experience in Infection Prevention with previous experience in health care  CIC required within 2 year of job Preferred:   CA RN License or Degree in Epidemiology#LI-JS4

Desert Regional Medical Center Palm Springs CA California Palm Springs, California RN Infection Control Manager 12 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2603011408. Posted job title: Infection Prevention Manager Tenet Desert

Job type: Full timeShift: NightHours: 1900-0730Schedule: 6 shifts per two week pay period. Some weekends required.POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Emergency Department Clinical Coordinator oversees the throughput of patients through the Emergency Department in a timely, efficient, and organized manner. The Clinical Coordinator promptly and fully investigates and resolves complaints of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians, advising management/administration appropriately. The Clinical Coordinator demonstrates an ability to respond and provide direction in changing workload during crisis and emergency situations. The Clinical Coordinator accepts responsibility for helping employees understand difficult administrative decisions. The Clinical Coordinator has access to all Patient Health Information for treatment purposes only.  ·    The Clinical Coordinator will assist with the expeditious processing of patient care services such as lab results, admission process, transportation and transfer of patients to the floor and communication with ancillary personnel. ·    Works collaboratively with the Emergency Department Physician. ·    The Clinical Coordinator is a liaison between nurses, physicians, patients and family members and will address customer concerns, making practical decisions and recommendations for problems and/or issues that arise during the shift. ·    Is competent to act as a clinical resource for staff. ·    Obtains information and interpret information in terms of the patient's needs. ·    Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development. ·    Understands the range of treatment needed as appropriate to the ages of the patients serviced. ·    Participates in the management of human resources through assisting, evaluation, counseling, and hiring of staff. ·    Ensures that current criteria-based job performance standard and applicable competencies exist for each member of the staff. ·    Ensures that performance evaluations are completed in a timely fashion for both annual and probationary evaluations. ·    Facilities the appropriate completion and timely submission of human resource documentation. ·    Appropriately counsels and disciplines staff in a timely manner. ·    Participates in the interview process for the hiring of new staff. ·    Assures current, comprehensive, and timely department-specific orientation for all new employees. ·    Maintains an open communication with staff on organization, national health care and professional issues. ·    Utilizes individual patient classification system which predicts nursing care requirements by shift, and maintains documentation to discern trends and patterns of nursing care delivery by shift and staff mix in the daily staffing of the unit. ·    Accesses and assists in the implementation of staff development and cross-training as needed. ·    Supports all hospital programs to include, but not limited to, risk management, safety and infection control. ·    Assists in and understands Year-To-Date (YTD) compliance with labor hour benchmark per unit of service. ·    Acts to facilitate interdepartmental interactions. ·    Demonstrates effective problem-solving. ·    Assists in the completion of standards of care, policies, and procedures are appropriate and current and that they have been reviewed with all staff members. ·    Assists in the review and revision of policies and procedures as necessary, but not less than every three years. ·    Assist the Director in the development and accomplishment of department long and short term goals. ·    Assists in the controls and monitoring of supply costs to achieve flexed budgeted costs on a quarterly basis. ·    Identifies areas of cost savings through labor and supply utilization efficiency's and communicates suggestions to Director. ·    Maintains personal current knowledge and expertise in the Emergency/Trauma field. ·    assists in development of a department strategic plan. ·    Facilitates and supports the clinical strategic plan. ·    Facilitates and supports the organizational strategic plan. ·    Integrates Process Improvement (PI) into daily operations.·    The Clinical Coordinator will assist with the expeditious processing of patient care services such as lab results, admission process, transportation and transfer of patients to the floor and communication with ancillary personnel. ·    Works collaboratively with the Emergency Department Physician. ·    The Clinical Coordinator is a liaison between nurses, physicians, patients and family members and will address customer concerns, making practical decisions and recommendations for problems and/or issues that arise during the shift. ·    Is competent to act as a clinical resource for staff. ·    Obtains information and interpret information in terms of the patient's needs. ·    Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development. ·    Understands the range of treatment needed as appropriate to the ages of the patients serviced. ·    Participates in the management of human resources through assisting, evaluation, counseling, and hiring of staff. ·    Ensures that current criteria-based job performance standard and applicable competencies exist for each member of the staff. ·    Ensures that performance evaluations are completed in a timely fashion for both annual and probationary evaluations. ·    Facilities the appropriate completion and timely submission of human resource documentation. ·    Appropriately counsels and disciplines staff in a timely manner. ·    Participates in the interview process for the hiring of new staff. ·    Assures current, comprehensive, and timely department-specific orientation for all new employees. ·    Maintains an open communication with staff on organization, national health care and professional issues. ·    Utilizes individual patient classification system which predicts nursing care requirements by shift, and maintains documentation to discern trends and patterns of nursing care delivery by shift and staff mix in the daily staffing of the unit. ·    Accesses and assists in the implementation of staff development and cross-training as needed. ·    Supports all hospital programs to include, but not limited to, risk management, safety and infection control. ·    Assists in and understands Year-To-Date (YTD) compliance with labor hour benchmark per unit of service. ·    Acts to facilitate interdepartmental interactions. ·    Demonstrates effective problem-solving. ·    Assists in the completion of standards of care, policies, and procedures are appropriate and current and that they have been reviewed with all staff members. ·    Assists in the review and revision of policies and procedures as necessary, but not less than every three years. ·    Assist the Director in the development and accomplishment of department long and short term goals. ·    Assists in the controls and monitoring of supply costs to achieve flexed budgeted costs on a quarterly basis. ·    Identifies areas of cost savings through labor and supply utilization efficiency's and communicates suggestions to Director. ·    Maintains personal current knowledge and expertise in the Emergency/Trauma field. ·    assists in development of a department strategic plan. ·    Facilitates and supports the clinical strategic plan. ·    Facilitates and supports the organizational strategic plan. ·    Integrates Process Improvement (PI) into daily operations.  CURRENT COMPETENCIES:: 1.    California RN License. 2.    Skills Competencies 3.    Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (maintained current at all times). 4.    Current American Heart Association ACLS Certification (maintained current at all times). 5.    PALS 6.    MICN within 6 to 9 months of hire 7.    AB-508 Nonviolent Crisis Intervention within six (6) months of hire 8.    ENPC, TNCC and CEN - preferred  #LI-DH1

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital Indio CA California Indio, California RN ED - Emergency Department Clinical Nurse Coordinator 12 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2603002381. Posted job title: Clinical Coordinator - ER Tenet Desert Emergency Room

JFK Memorial Hospital has provided medical care to residents in the Coachella Valley since 1966. A group of physicians, including Dr. Reynaldo Carreon, founded the hospital and today one of JFK’s cross streets is named in his honor.
Originally called Indio Community Hospital, JFK has grown to a 145-bed acute-care hospital that is part of Tenet Healthcare California. It offers a variety of services, including: •Emergency care 24/7 •Orthopedic and joint replacement services using emerging technology •Cardiovascular services •Maternity care and pediatric services •Ambulatory surgery center •Imaging services •Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
**Up to $25,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Candidates**
 
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) in critical care performs the clinical role of coordinating the care of the critically ill patient. The PCC independently cares for critically ill patients of all acuity levels, cares for patients on ventilators, can titrate vasoactive medications in relationship to dysrhythmias and advanced hemodynamic parameters.  The PCC can assist and mentor staff on bedside procedures commonly performed in critical care.  The PCC practices independently and encourages autonomy in other professionals.  The PCC is able to supervise unit activities as assigned. The PCC assists with the development of critical thinking skills in other staff. The position assumes a leadership role for daily unit operations and the Rapid Response Team. The PCC assists with hiring and training of staff.  The PCC also supervises and evaluates staff performance.  The PCC maintains staffing levels to ensure budget goals and meet patient needs.  The PCC ensures necessary equipment and supplies are available at all times.  The PCC also develops and implements performance improvement projects to improve patient outcomes. The PCC will be the ICU Rapid Response Team member.
  California RN LicenseSuccessful mastery of nursing skills and knowledge related to a RN III positionCPRACLSPALSPrevious experience or demonstrates skills in leadership and management preferred5 years Critical Care Experience, preferred  Shift: NightsHours: 1900-0730Schedule: 6 (12) hour shifts per two week pay period.  Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience   #LI-DH1Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital Indio CA California Indio, California RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit Clinical Nurse Coordinator 12 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2503021686. Posted job title: Clinical Coordinator - ICU Tenet Desert

At Hi-Desert Medical Center (HDMC) we've been caring for our community for over 40 years. Our Continuing Care Center (CCC), located on the campus of HDMC, provides specialized care to residents close to their own communities, with spectacular panoramic views of desert landscapes for both residents and their guests 
**Up to $20,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Candidates**
Position Summary
Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients/residents according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.Primary Duties 1. Evaluates assigned patients/residents and develops treatment plans, including specific goals and activities, reevaluating and modifying plans as necessary. Ensures treatments and care is done appropriately and completely in accordance with patients/residents clinical condition. 2. Provides instructions in therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient as prescribed by a physician. Provides direct physical therapy to patients/residents. 3. Communicates clearly and tactfully with patient/resident regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process. 4. Communicates observations, facts and comments with interdisciplinary team members individually, and through team meetings as appropriate and required. 5. Assesses patient’s progress weekly or as required and adjusts program as appropriate. 6. Prepares written documentation as requires by regulations and departmental policy, such as evaluations, individualized treatment plans, progress notes and other required reports 7. Provides direct Physical Therapy to patients per plan pf care. 8. Prepares written documentation as required by regulations and departmental policy, such as evaluations, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other required reports. 9. Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance. 10. Performs above primary duties for ages adolescent through older adultPosition Specifications Physical demands:· May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases, body fluids and wastes· Heavy physical effort, including lift/carry up to 50 lbs· Prolonged standing/walking, bending and squatting· Must be able to lift, position and transfer patients/residents and equipment Working Conditions:· Handles Emergency or Crisis Situations· Provides physical therapist duties in both inpatient and long term care environment.  Minimum Education/Certification/Experience:· Current California Physical Therapy License· Current BLS CPR certificationShift: DaysHours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pmSchedule: Monday - Friday #LI-DH1Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center Joshua Tree CA California Joshua Tree, California Therapy Physical Therapist 8 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2403036351. Posted job title: Physical Therapist Tenet Desert

At Hi-Desert Medical Center (HDMC) we've been caring for our community for over 40 years. Our Continuing Care Center (CCC), located on the campus of HDMC, provides specialized care to residents close to their own communities, with spectacular panoramic views of desert landscapes for both residents and their guests 
 The Continuing Care Center has 120 beds and offers three distinct levels of service in semi-private rooms: 
 Subacute care: This is the highest level of care available in our long-term care setting. The CCC provides 25 beds dedicated to residents with ventilator and tracheostomy requirements. Clinical staff is specially trained to meet the unique needs of these patients. The CCC is one of the few facilities in Southern California providing this level of care. 
 Skilled nursing care: We provide long-term skilled nursing care to residents who require assistance with personal and medical needs. Care is provided to our patients who require rehabilitative therapies, wound care or recovery from accidents or invasive procedures. 
 Long-Term Care: We provide long-term care to residents who require assistance with personal and medical needs. 

 
**Up to $20,000 Sign on Bonus for Qualified Candidates**
 Position Summary
Evaluates patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques fro rehabilitation of speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders.
 
Primary Duties 
<ul>
 <li>Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards.</li>
 <li>Gathers data related to patient’s communication disorder, selects appropriate evaluation tool(s) for the purpose of assessment, and administers diagnostic testing procedures to determine the extent of the patient’s impairment and the prognosis for improvement.</li>
 <li>Performs evaluations with special attention to receptive and expressive language skills, speech fluency, vocal and oral motor competence, articulation, auditory skills, cognitive linguistic skills and swallowing disorders.</li>
 <li>Develops and maintains long and short-term treatment goals for each patient.  Re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as indicated.</li>
 <li>Maintains active and support communication with the patient regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.</li>
 <li>Discusses patient care programs with other specialists, including nurses and physicians.  Notifies other specialists of recommendations regarding changing treatment programs or suggesting treatments not originally ordered by the physician.</li>
 <li>Serves as a resource to nursing and other disciplines.</li>
 <li>Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department.</li>
 <li>Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, workshops and in-service meetings.</li>
 <li>Demonstrates sensitivity and competence in the care of the ill and/or dying adolescent, adult, geriatric and pediatric patients relative to determining each patient’s age related physical, psychological and cultural needs.</li>
</ul>
 
Minimum Education/Certification/Experience:
<ul>
 <li>Master’s Degree in speech-language pathology</li>
 <li>2 Years of SLP experience</li>
 <li>Licensed as a Speech Pathologist in California</li>
 <li>California driver’s license and continuous insurance required</li>
</ul>
Preferred Experience/Availability
<ul>
 <li>Outpatient experience with preschool population and adults</li>
 <li>Availability to see adult patients in Acute/Skilled nursing environment</li>
</ul>
 
  
Shift: Days 
 Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm 
 Schedule: 10 shifts per two week pay period. 
  
 
 #LI-DH1
 
  Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center Joshua Tree CA California Joshua Tree, California Therapy Speech Language Pathologist 8 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2305033609. Posted job title: Speech Therapist Tenet Desert

Up to $25,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience!Shift: NightsJob Type: Full TimeHours: 7:00pm to 7:30am and every other weekend is required<ul><li>The employee strives to exceed customer expectations displaying behavior that exemplifies quality customer service as the number one hospital goal.</li><li>The employee demonstrates the ability to cooperate, and communicate on all levels in a positive, courteous and respectful manner</li><li>The employee can be relied upon regarding task completion and follow-up. </li></ul><ul><li>Completes comprehensive assessment and history on patients’ admission.  Reflects sensitivity to different age, cultural and religious backgrounds.</li><li>Initiates effective interventions based on assessed problems.  Evaluates, reports and documents patient’s response to care.</li><li>Care is given in collaboration with patient, family and other team members, demonstrating understanding of team approach to patient care.</li><li>All documentation is on correct forms, is complete, legible, correct and current.</li><li>Effectively identifies predictable problems, assesses patient’s response to care and takes appropriate, timely actions.</li><li>Participates in Performance Improvement program meeting deadlines for studies. Verbalizes understanding of department and hospital performance improvement plans and changes practices in response to performance improvement actions.</li><li>Cleans and prepares treatment areas between patients.  Supplies and assures equipment is in working order.</li><li>All assessments and interventions reflect knowledge of department policy, procedure and are in tandem with the job description.</li><li>Attends staff meetings, reads email and other key documents.  Responds to inquiries promptly.</li><li>Has department project.  Gives 2 department specific in-services/year and attends 12.</li><li>Accepts professional responsibility and accountability for professional actions. Uses critical thinking skills in daily practice.</li><li>Promotes teamwork by participating with the health care team.  Communicates appropriately and effectively.</li><li>Keeps families informed appropriately.  Complaints are investigated and reported.</li></ul>Physical Demands •    Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.) •    Occasional prolonged standing/walking •    Assists with lifting and moving patients •    Occasionally lifts supplies/equipment •    Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching        Working Conditions •    May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases •    Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases •    Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances.  Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illness.) •    Handle emergency or crisis situations •    Perform emergency care •    Requires judgment/action which could result in death of patient.Minimum Education/Certification •    Associate’s Degree or diploma from accredited nursing program may be substituted for an AA degree •    Current California Registered Nurse License •    Current BLS and ACLS certification •    PALS Certification within 1 year of hire •    MICN certification - Required within 1 year of hire date  •    TNCC certification - Required within 1 year of hire datePreferred Experience / Certification •    2-4 years experience as a Registered Nurse in Acute Care •    1 year experience as a Registered Nurse in an emergency room#LI-AM7

Hi-Desert Medical Center Joshua Tree CA California Joshua Tree, California RN ED - Emergency Department 12 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2603013573. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (RN) - ER Tenet Desert Emergency Room

Shift: Nights, 7:00pm to 7:30am, every other weekend required.
Job type: Full Time
Hours:
This role provides direct clinical patient care. 
 The role will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct clinical care to assigned patients on a per shift basis, and unit level. 
 The role is responsible for supervision of staff to which appropriate care is delegated. 
 The role is accountable to support CNO to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.EducationRequired: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Preferred: Academic degree in nursing (Bachelors or Masters degree)CertificationsRequired: Must be currently licensed, certified or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy. CPR#LI-AM7

Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center Joshua Tree CA California Joshua Tree, California RN Transitional Care Unit 12 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2603010105. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Extended Care Tenet Desert

Up to $25,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience!
Shift: 12HR Days 
Hours: 7:30am - 8pm
Job Type: Full Time
Under the supervision of the Radiologist and Department Management Team, the Radiology Technologist –Advanced (“Tech”) shall provide radiographic imaging services to patients by performing general diagnostic radiological procedures and general fluoroscopic procedures as required of the position of Tech. Additionally, the Tech will perform DEXA scans based on department needs. The Tech shall operate imaging equipment and image processing equipment, prepare radiographic exam rooms, and maintain department equipment and supplies. The Tech shall provide medical imaging services utilizing various modalities including Radiology, Computer Tomography, and/or Magnetic Resonance Imaging; while maintaining competencies in these assigned areas. The Tech will provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient. Additionally, the Tech will provide services for inpatients, outpatients; hospital operating suites, the emergency department (ED), and the continuing care center (CCC). 
Maintains quality assurance and performance improvement activities within the department as directed. Complies with all Joint Commission, federal, state and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols. Requires excellent customer service skills.<ul><li>Assumes responsibility for the care and safety of patients undergoing medical imaging studies and continually monitors patients for safety and comfort while respecting patient privacy.</li><li>Properly confirms the patient’s identity, verifies physician orders, and obtains relevant patient history.</li><li>Responsible for safe handling of equipment.</li><li>Educates and explains procedures to patients to prepare patients for medical imaging procedures.  </li><li>Selects appropriate equipment to use based on modality. Selects the proper imaging techniques, positioning, and radiation safety practices to keep exposures ALARA.</li><li>Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.</li><li>Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.</li><li>Ability to assess and interact effectively with all age groups from the Neonate to the geriatric patient.</li><li>Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.</li><li>Completes all necessary PACS functions to assure timely presentation of images to radiologists.</li><li>Assists in maintaining basic records, reports, and files.</li><li>Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel.</li><li>Takes standby call at least once a week on a rotational basis scheduled by department needs. </li><li>Interacts professionally with patient/family.</li><li>Completes all tasks in a timely fashion.</li><li>Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including newborn, pediatric, geriatric and general population.</li><li>Meets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean.</li><li>Completes annual educational requirements.</li><li>Maintains regulatory requirements.</li><li>Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.</li><li>Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time.</li><li>Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties; maintains PAR levels.</li><li>Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly.</li><li>Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.</li><li>Attends staff meetings, reads all monthly staff meeting minutes, and is responsible for understanding information presented during staff meetings.</li><li>Maintains hospital requirements, policies and standards on confidentiality.</li><li>Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.</li><li>Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities as directed.</li><li>Complies with all organizational policies. </li><li>Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital and the Medical Imaging Department.</li><li>Exhibits clinical competence, initiative, and professionalism at all times while constantly demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of assigned modalities. </li><li>Uses imaging equipment in an appropriate and safe manner while following department protocols and monitoring their exams for the highest quality images.</li><li>Proficient with all department equipment and systems including the RIS, EHR, and PACS and documents all relevant information appropriately into each system as required.</li><li>Makes efficient use of down time to prevent bottlenecks in workflow (example: assists other modalities with transportation of patients when appropriate and necessary).</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Management Team.</li></ul>Required Minimum Education/Certification/Experience:<ul><li>Graduate from an approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.</li><li>Must have current CA – CRT certification; Certified by the State of California. </li><li>Must have current CA – Fluoroscopy license; Certified by the State of California. </li><li>Certified by the ARRT and must have a current ARRT R.T. (R) certification. Experience performing CT and/or MRI exams. </li><li>Current American Heart Association BLS certification.</li><li>Minimum of three (3) continuous years experience as a Radiologic Technologist.</li><li>Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Basic computer knowledge.</li></ul>Preferred:<ul><li>Competent skills to perform DEXA Scans.</li><li>Three or more years of continuous CT and/or MRI experience</li><li>ARRT certification in CT and/or MRI                              </li></ul> #LI-TM2

Hi-Desert Medical Center Joshua Tree CA California Joshua Tree, California Allied Health Professional Radiology Technologist 8 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2603008842. Posted job title: Radiology Technologist – Advanced Tenet Desert

Up to $25,000 Sign-On bonus for experienced Registered Nurse / RN
Shift: Nights
Job Type: Full Time
Hours: 1900-0730
Schedule: 6 shifts per two week pay period. Some weekends required.
 
Position Summary:
The RN II: Assumes principle responsibility for the total nursing care, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of all Emergency Department patient populations. Independently anticipates professional responsibilities and accepts accountability for professional actions. The RN II uses critical thinking skills both in triage and in providing care for all categories and types of Emergency Department Patients. Oversees RN l's, ED Tech's and CNA's. Uses effective verbal and written skills to communicate with people on all levels, and maintains positive working relationships with patients, families, co-workers, and physicians and participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities and monitoring as requested.<ol><li>Current California Registered Nurse License (maintained at all times).</li><li>1-2 years of ER experience</li><li>Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (maintained at all times).</li><li>Current American Heart Association ACLS Certification (maintained at all times).</li><li>Current American Heart Association PALS Certification (maintained at all times).</li><li>Current NIHSS Certificate.</li><li>Successful completion of EKG Test.</li><li>Successful mastery of nursing skills and knowledge related to a RN I position</li><li>Basic Computer Skills</li></ol><ul><li>Skills Competencies</li><li>MICN - preferred</li><li>ED Triage Course</li><li>ENPC and TNCC (within 12 months of hire)</li><li>PHTLS (within six (6) months of obtaining MICN Certification)</li><li>CPI Certification every 2 years</li><li>CEN Certification within 18 months of hire - Preferred</li></ul>#LI-DH1

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital Indio CA California Indio, California RN ED - Emergency Department 12 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2603012902. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (RN) - ER Tenet Desert Emergency Room

Welcome to Hi-Desert Medical Center, where you’ll benefit from: 
A 59-bed acute primary care facility offering you and your family first-rate health care close to home  
 A wide range of quality inpatient and outpatient diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation services, home health and hospice services, and a variety of community outreach programs  
 A dedicated team of quality, caring, health care professionals 
Position Summary 
Performs all types of general diagnostic and radiological procedures as required of the position of Radiologic Technologist. Additionally, Radiologic Technologist, Mammography, performs screening mammograms, diagnostic mammograms, performs and/or assists with needle localization procedures and assists with performing mammographic quality control as directed. Competency will be assessed by testing, demonstration and/or direct observation. Position reports to the Department Manager.  Maintains quality assurance and performance improvement activities within the department as directed. Complies with all Joint Commission, federal, state and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols. Requires excellent customer service skills.
Shift: Full-Time Days
Hours: 9:30am - 6:00pm 
Schedule: Monday thru Friday
Up to $15,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience!Primary Duties <ol><li>Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients.</li><li>Responsible for safe handling of equipment.</li><li>Instructs and prepares patients for general radiologic, general fluoroscopic and mammographic procedures.</li><li>Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure.</li><li>Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.</li><li>Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.</li><li>Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors (e.g. adherence to Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals).</li><li>Accurately completes all necessary PACS functions; assures timely presentation of images to radiologists.</li><li>Practices aseptic technique for medical and surgical procedures.</li><li>Assists in maintaining basic records and reports.</li><li>Performs screening and diagnostic mammograms.</li><li>Performs and/or assists with breast needle localization procedures.</li><li>Assists in training of students and new imaging personnel.</li><li>Interacts professionally with physicians, patients, family members and employees.</li><li>Completes all tasks in a timely fashion.</li><li>Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including newborn, pediatric, geriatric and general population.</li><li>Attends at least __75%___  of staff meetings; reviews minutes of all unattended meetings.</li></ol>Minimum Education/Certification/Experience:<ul><li>High School graduate; BS degree preferred. </li><li>Graduation from an approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.</li><li>Certified by the State of California to administer radiation. Current California Fluoroscopy Permit required.</li><li>Certified by the State of California to perform mammography.</li><li>Current BLS certification.</li><li>Minimum of three (3) continuous years experience as a Radiologic Technologist.</li><li>Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.</li><li>Basic computer knowledge.</li></ul>#LI-DH1Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

Hi-Desert Medical Center Joshua Tree CA California Joshua Tree, California Allied Health Professional Mammography Technologist 8 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2503001173. Posted job title: Mammo Tech Tenet Desert

Up to $15,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience!
Shift:  Days
Hours: 7:30am- 6:00p 
Job Type: Full Time
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Radiologist and Department Management Team, the Radiology Technologist (“Tech”) shall provide radiographic imaging services to patients by performing general diagnostic radiological procedures and general fluoroscopic procedures as required of the position. Additionally, the Tech will cross train within the department to perform DEXA scans based on department needs. The Tech shall operate imaging equipment and image processing equipment, prepare radiographic imaging rooms, and maintain department equipment and supplies. The Tech will provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient. Additionally, they will provide services for inpatients, outpatients; hospital operating suites, the emergency department (ED), and the continuing care center (CCC). 
Maintains quality assurance and performance improvement activities within the department as directed. Complies with all Joint Commission, federal, state and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols. Requires excellent customer service skills.<ul><li>Assumes responsibility for the care and safety of patients undergoing medical imaging studies and continually monitors patients for safety and comfort while respecting patient privacy.</li><li>Responsible for safe handling of equipment.</li><li>Educates and explains procedures to patients to prepare patients for medical imaging procedures.  </li><li>Selects the proper imaging techniques, positioning, and radiation safety practices to keep exposures ALARA.</li><li>Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.</li><li>Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.</li><li>Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.</li><li>Completes all necessary PACS functions to assure timely presentation of images to radiologists.</li><li>Assists in maintaining basic records, reports, and files.</li><li>Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel.</li><li>Takes standby call at least once a week on a rotational basis scheduled by department needs. </li><li>Interacts professionally with patient/family.</li><li>Completes all tasks in a timely fashion.</li><li>Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including newborn, pediatric, geriatric and general population.</li><li>Meets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean.</li><li>Completes annual educational requirements.</li><li>Maintains regulatory requirements.</li><li>Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.</li><li>Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time.</li><li>Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties; maintains PAR levels.</li><li>Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly.</li><li>Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.</li><li>Attends staff meetings, reads all monthly staff meeting minutes, and is responsible for understanding information presented during staff meetings.</li><li>Maintains hospital requirements, policies and standards on confidentiality.</li><li>Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.</li><li>Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities as directed.</li><li>Complies with all organizational policies.</li><li>Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital and the Medical Imaging Department.</li><li>Exhibits clinical competence, initiative, and professionalism at all times while constantly demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of radiology protocols. </li><li>Uses imaging equipment in an appropriate and safe manner while following department protocols and monitoring their exams for the highest quality images.</li><li>Proficient with all department equipment and systems including the RIS, EHR, and PACS and documents all relevant information appropriately into each system as required.</li><li>Makes efficient use of down time to prevent bottlenecks in workflow (example: assists other modalities with transportation of patients when appropriate and necessary).</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Management Team.</li><li>Properly confirms the patient’s identity, verifies physician orders, and obtains relevant patient history.</li></ul>Required Minimum Education/Certification/Experience:•    Graduate from an approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained. •    Must have active CA – CRT certification; Certified by the State of California to administer radiation.  •    Current California Fluoroscopy license (New grads will have 120 days from date of hire to obtain).  •    Certified by the ARRT and must have a current ARRT R.T. (R) certification. •    Current American Heart Association BLS certification. •    Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Outstanding communication and            •    Basic computer knowledgePreferred:<ul><li>Competent skills to perform DEXA Scans.</li><li>Willingness to cross train into other modalities. </li><li>New grads are encouraged to apply. </li></ul>

Hi-Desert Medical Center Joshua Tree CA California Joshua Tree, California Allied Health Professional Radiology Technologist 8 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2503026611. Posted job title: Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) Tenet Desert

Desert Regional Medical Center is a 385-bed acute-care hospital classified as a stroke receiving center and level 2 trauma facility with an innovative, patient centered and evidence-based Rehabilitation Services Department.  Our compassionate team provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including acute care rehabilitation, joint replacement &amp; spinal surgery, neurosurgery, ICU, Telemetry, step-down care, skilled nursing, as well as outpatient therapy, hand and lymphedema clinics. 
**Up to $10,000 Sign on for Qualified Candidates** GENERAL DUTIES: Support and assist the development of the Rehabilitation Program area(s) assigned and for the provision of occupational therapy services.  Rehabilitation Services at Desert Regional Medical Center may include the provision of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and recreational therapy to patients on acute units, Acute Rehab, the Skilled Nursing Facility, and in the Out-Patient Program.  These programs provide services to include orthopedic, medical, medical-surgical, and neuro-rehab, among others. Occupational therapy services will be provided to infants, children, adolescents, adults and the geriatric population as indicated by qualified therapists. The therapist will be involved in multidisciplinary case conferences and discharge planning for patients of all ages treated at Desert Regional Medical Center.
  DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES:   
•   Able to follow and implement plan of treatment under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist to ensure timely provision of Occupational Therapy services. Responsible for cost efficiency and quality of rehab services provided. •   Demonstrated competence through direct observation during assessment, treatment and care of patients as evidenced by the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the patient’s needs as it relates to age-specific criteria, knowledge of growth and development, and the understanding of the range of treatment needed by these patients, as appropriate to the ages of the patients served. •   Document accurately, clearly, legibly, timely (the day and time of treatment) within the scope of practice.  This will include evaluations, progress notes, reports and calls to Physicians, prescription updates, checking for authorization approvals prior to treatment and accurate charges, completing all necessary chart information to ensure accurate information for care and reimbursement. Therapists will attend and participate in care plan, daily, weekly and, discharge planning meetings and rounds as required on the unit served. •   Meet productivity standard for primary cost center. •   Promote quality patient care by monitoring and implementing change through the Performance Improvement Program.
 POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:     Valid California Occupational Therapy Assistant license OR Documentation of eligibility for valid California Occupational Therapy Assistant license    Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Required (maintain current at all times).

 Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience 
 Shift: Days. 8hr or 10hr
 Days Off: Varies. Some weekends required.
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Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

Desert Regional Medical Center Palm Springs CA California Palm Springs, California Therapy Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant 8 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2403020695. Posted job title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Tenet Desert

Shift: Weekend Nights
Job type: Full Time  
Hours:  Fri, Sat and Sun 6:30p-7:00p Will have to take call 4-6 times per month
GENERAL DUTIES:
Understands the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Conveys instruments and supplies to the surgeon as necessary, and is responsible for maintenance of the sterile field.  Maintains and follows accepted hospital procedures under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment utilized during the surgical procedure. DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES:              <ul><li>Picks supplies and instrumentation for surgical procedures.</li><li>Participates in maintenance of preference cards.</li><li>Assists RN with room preparation.</li><li>Maintains and promotes a clean environment and uses infection control practices</li><li>Participates in sterilization and disinfection processes</li><li>Assists in cleaning between cases</li><li>Sets up and maintains sterile field</li><li>Selects and sets up appropriate instrumentation for cases and cares for specialty instrumentation</li><li>Maintains accurate count of sponges, sharps, and instruments</li><li>Follows preference cards to select routine supplies, equipment and instruments</li><li>Assists with draping and positioning of patients</li><li>Passes appropriate instruments and supplies to surgeon and assistant</li><li>Handles, labels, and passes medications to surgeon under the supervision of the RN</li></ul>Required:<ul><li>High School Diploma or GED, may use equivalent years of experience or higher level of education in lieu of High School Diploma </li><li>Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (maintain current at all times)</li><li>Completion of a formal OR tech training program</li></ul>       Preferred:<ul><li>Certified as an Operating Room Technician preferred</li><li>One year’s experience in the operating room preferred</li></ul>#LI-TM2

Desert Regional Medical Center Palm Springs CA California Palm Springs, California Allied Health Professional Surgical Technologist 8 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2603005546. Posted job title: Surgical Tech Tenet Desert

Job type: Full time
Shift: Nights
Hours: 1900-0730
Schedule: 6 shifts per two week pay period. Some weekends may be required.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: 
 Under the direction of a licensed staff, the LED OB Tech gathers data for patient assessment and provides basic nursing care according to the plan of care for patients in LEtD. The OB Tech maintains patient rooms and nursing unit in a clean, organized and environmentally safe manner. The OB Tech orders and stocks unit and office supplies to meet patient care needs. The OB Tech acts as the communication hub for the department. The OB Tech uses sterile technique to prepare and assist with deliveries and C-Section Surgery. 
  QUALIFICATIONS:<ol><li>High School Graduate or GED</li><li>CPR</li><li>Basic Computer Skills</li><li>Certified Surgical Tech (CST Credential)</li><li>Previous experience in an acute care setting required</li></ol>#LI-DH1

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital Indio CA California Indio, California Allied Health Professional OB Technician 8 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2603002395. Posted job title: OB Tech - L&amp;D Tenet Desert

Desert Regional Medical Center is a 385-bed acute-care hospital classified as a stroke receiving center and level 2 trauma facility with an innovative, patient centered and evidence-based Rehabilitation Services Department.  Our compassionate team provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including acute care rehabilitation, joint replacement &amp; spinal surgery, neurosurgery, ICU, Telemetry, step-down care, skilled nursing, as well as outpatient therapy, hand and lymphedema clinics. 
Summary 
 At the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist, performs patient treatments as indicated by the treatment plan. Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements. Works with neonatal through geriatric patients with clinical competency. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.
Responsibilities 
     • Performs selected tests and measurements as directed by therapist 
     • Maintains documentation on all treatments 
     • Assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each use 
  
Hours: 0700-1530
Schedule: Per-Diem
 
  Qualifications 
 Education 
 Required: Associates degree in Physical Therapist Assistant, Active U. S. military service members or veterans with any military service, training or education verified and credited by an accredited PTA program is acceptable 
 Experience Preferred: 1 year experience Certifications 
 Required: CA PTA State License
  
 Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience
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 Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

Desert Regional Medical Center Palm Springs CA California Palm Springs, California Therapy Physical Therapy Assistant 8 hours Tenet Desert Job ID #2305026620. Posted job title: PTA Physical Therapy Assistant Per Diem Days Tenet Desert

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