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PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC

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MRI Technologist

Medical Assistant

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Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, is South Florida's university-based cancer center. Sylvester is home to an expert team of more than 300 cancer-focused physicians and researchers who work together to discover, develop, and deliver world-class cancer care for your specific cancer.

As part of our mission is to reduce the human burden from cancer, our experts offer a wide range of information and programs to help our community make lifestyle choices that reduce risks and promote well-being.

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC
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CORE JOB SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse 2 - Specialty delivers patient-family centered care in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service while ensuring population-specific patient care. The incumbent oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS: Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care, and reports symptoms and changes in patients' condition and vital signs. Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses, conditions and physician orders. Reviews, evaluates, and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient's condition. Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. Prepares patients for, and assists with examinations, procedures, and treatments. Serves as a preceptor and assists new staff in the provision of care to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's degree in relevant field required. Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required. Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida RN license required; refer to department description for applicable certification requirements.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States RN Radiology 12 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100097748. University of Miami

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States RN Transplant 12 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100097703. University of Miami

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States RN Oncology 12 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100097095. University of Miami

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States RN Interventional Radiology Radiology 12 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100096733. University of Miami

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States RN Oncology 12 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100096048. University of Miami

CORE JOB SUMMARY: The Surgical Technician 3 - Certified oversees and accounts for the instruments and equipment used during surgical procedures and maintains a sterile field during surgical procedures. Demonstrates competency and proficiency in the use of equipment and instruments for all surgical procedures performed within the department.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS: Prepares the surgical suite, ensuring environmental safety for the patient and personnel. Demonstrates a surgical conscience by practicing aseptic technique. Maintains a neat and organized sterile field. Labels medications and solutions on the surgical field. Provides assistance with orientation and training of new surgical technologists. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required. Certification and Licensing: Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States Allied Health Professional Certified Surgical Technologist 8 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100098274. University of Miami

$5,000 Sign on Bonus

The University of Miami UHealth has an exciting opportunity for a full time Medical Assistant 1 at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center in Miami. The incumbent performs multi-skilled tasks to assist with patients’ healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The Medical Assistant 1 provides hands-on care to patients while adhering to regulatory requirements, standards of care, and institutional policies and procedures, under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician.

The incumbent adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism. The MA provides care within the philosophy, mission, vision, and values, as well as within the policies and procedures of the Department of Nursing and the University of Miami. As a professional, monitors the quality of care provided and nurture a compassionate and healing environment. The MA works directly with the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse and/or the Designee in charge of the Unit or Clinic to ensure a safe delivery of care that supports the UHealth mission.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                          

Utilizes creative methods to support patient’s individual needs and respect patient’s spiritual beliefs, faith, and practices.

Establishes a trusting relationship by creating and maintaining a conducive climate for healing by being authentically present to the patient and family, identifying and managing discomforts, providing emotional support.

Prioritizes and integrates multiple requests and work expectations by performing tasks appropriately, in a timely manner safely and professionally. Communicates clearly and in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members. Seeks assistance when needed.

Contributes to team building by participating in unit/clinic programs and meetings. Commits to positive morale, using constructive and effective conflict resolution skills. Learns and utilizes available technology resources for communication, documentation, and locating pertinent information regarding clinical situations, diagnosis, and treatments.

Attains educational knowledge and competencies that reflects current clinical practice skills. Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning and is responsible for his/her own professional development and maintenance of knowledge regarding the patient population and assignments.

Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulatory guidelines to include Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Performs professionally within their clinical scope of practice skills utilizing State, Federal, and University of Miami’s standards, guidelines, relevant statues, rules, and regulations. Incorporates protocols and standards of care into daily practice.

Accepts and provides focused constructive feedback and guidance with loving kindness in a manner that provides growth and maintains self-esteem.

Abides by the standards for ethical behavior, therapeutic communication and protecting the privacy of patient information.

Assists providers with physical examinations by preparing treatment/exam room with proper supplies, instruments, and materials, as directed.

Understands the importance of medical and surgical asepsis. Prepares patients for physician’s care with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures.

Perform vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, and document in patient’s medical record.

Cleans and/or sterilizes medical instruments while observing principles of sterile technique. Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for laboratory work.

Maintains accurate and complete patient records and documentation. Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies, and assists in performing clerical duties.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:

No previous experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.

Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

 Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States Allied Health Professional Medical Assistant 8 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100097615. University of Miami

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States Allied Health Professional Medical Assistant 8 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100096773. University of Miami

CORE JOB SUMMARY: The MRI Technologist 2 performs intricate procedures in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) through the operations of radiographic equipment to obtain the highest quality of diagnostic images. Independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative are essential, along with responsibility for designated areas, procedures and equipment.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs diagnostic imaging examinations to assist physicians, radiologic technologists, and supervisors in finding abnormalities and making a proper diagnosis. Coordinates scheduling and patient flow for interdepartmental procedures. Assists radiologist with imaging procedures, starting IVs, and injecting contrast, if applicable. Evaluates MRI scans for technical quality, collates processed images in sequence of exposure, and appropriately labels/transmits to PACS. Provides assistance with orientation and training of new MRI technologists. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS: Certification and Licensing: Must possess a valid State of Florida License as a General Radiographer; ARRT registered with ARRT certification in primary modality.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States Allied Health Professional MRI Technologist 8 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100078653. University of Miami

Work Shift: (40 hrs.) M-F 7:30AM - 4:30PM

Work Location: University of Miami Hospital &amp; Clinics - Lennar - Perioperative Services, Full-Time

CORE JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                                                    

The Certified Nursing Assistant 2 performs intermediate patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse. More specifically, the incumbent assists patients in dressing and undressing, bathing, eating, collects noninvasive body fluid specimens, gathers vital signs, and assembles, monitors and discontinues intravenous feeding tubes. Additionally, the incumbent works closely with patients on activities of daily living such as transferring from the bed to a chair and performing minor physical therapy routines.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                          

Provides for patients’ personal hygiene by giving bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos, and shaves, and assisting with showers.
Assists with meals and feeds patients, ambulates, turns, and positions patients, and provides fresh water and nourishment between meals.
Administers enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, therapeutic and sitz baths, and applies restraints.
Performs sugar and acetone urine testing, specimen collection, and post-mortem care.
Answers patients’ call lights and requests promptly.
Maintains a safe and attractive environment for patients and staff and transports patients and equipment.
Reports patient conditions to the assigned nurse to ensure professional assessment.
Measures and records food and liquid intake and output, and checks and records vital signs.
Provides patient help with walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
Performs minor physical therapy routines.
Collects urine samples, attaches EKG leads and removes catheters.
Assembles, monitors, and discontinues feeding of intravenous nutrition.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:

Certified Nursing Assistant license

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

CNA Duties

Observes and reports patient’s status and needs.
Obtains weights and vital signs, reporting results to nursing team.
Obtains specimens from nursing staff for transport to lab or designated department.
Operates all equipment in a safe manner.
Alerts appropriate RN team members as emergencies arise, or when changes in patient status are noted.
Gathers equipment that will be needed to control emergency patient care situations.
Demonstrates age specific competencies.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Retrieves patient from waiting room and directs them to appropriate bay in pre-procedure area.
Assists with patient transport to and from procedure room as needed.
Transports patient to their vehicle after procedures.
Provides patient and family centered care, by assisting families of patients, providing updates as needed
At the direction of physician and pre-procedure nursing team, provides pre-procedure surgical skin preparation including hair clipping if needed.
Cleans bay’s, stretchers, and patient care area equipment as needed between patients.
Assists with OR Room turnover in coordination with environmental services and OR Team members, working toward operational efficiencies and meeting room turnover time goals.
Obtains equipment needed for procedures at direction of OR team.
Assists OR team with patient positioning and surgical preparation as needed at the direction of surgical nursing team.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of all required equipment, instrumentation and supplies being used during routine procedures performed in the procedural area.
Clerical Duties

Responsible for clinical and clerical functions of the respective unit.
Performs secretarial duties for the unit including but not limited to faxing, copying, mailing, and typing any essential material.
Answers telephone promptly and courteously using proper telephone etiquette and routes calls and messages appropriately.
Ability to work both in the clinical and clerical setting
Implements appropriate preventative measure for patients identified with safety risks (i.e. falls).
Schedules follow-up appointments and consults ensuring patient has appropriate information and provide as needed.
Assists with scheduling as needed for labs, diagnostic procedures, OR, and radiation treatment (i.e. CT, MRI, Bone Scan, etc.) as ordered by physician.
Retrieves and/or assists clinical personnel in retrieving diagnostic studies as needed.
Retrieves and prints schedules for the next day.
Orders supplies for stock room as needed
Maintains area stocked with the necessary supplies and forms.
Professional Accountability

Consistently maintains complete confidentiality of all medical, financial, computer, and other sensitive materials to maintain patient privacy.
Acts as a role model and always maintains professional demeanor.
Develops and maintains clinical competency.
Maintains professional certifications and licensure in active status.
Maintains documentation of continuing education requirements.
Attends all mandatory in-services and departmental meetings.
Actively supports and participates in performance improvement activities.
Seeks/accepts training to learn new skills and maintain current competencies.
Practices within the guidelines and scope of a certified nursing assistant.
Displays courtesy toward customers by introducing self and addressing customer by name.
Meets customers’ expectation by listening to them, demonstrating sensitivity, and awareness of others.
Follows through to ensure that established expectations are satisfied; keep customers informed of progress.
Works effectively and cooperatively in groups/teams to ensure quality patient care.
Communicates effectively with manager and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Attempts to resolve patient, physician, and visitor complaints and refers unresolved issues to managers.
Demonstrates dependability and reliability by promptly reporting to work when scheduled.
Serves as a mentor and role model.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States CNA 12 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100097555. University of Miami

Work Shift: 3 X 12 hrs. Days, Nights, 1 Weekend Day is required, variable shifts, depends on availability)

Work Location: University of Miami Hospital &amp; Clinics UTower - Nursing Dermatology 12 North

Provides for patients’ personal hygiene by giving bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos, and shaves, and assisting with showers.
Assists with meals and feeds patients, ambulates, turns, and positions patients, and provides fresh water and nourishment between meals.
Administers enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, therapeutic and sitz baths, and applies restraints.
Performs sugar and acetone urine testing, specimen collection, and post-mortem care.
Answers patients’ call lights and requests promptly.
Maintains a safe and attractive environment for patients and staff and transports patients and equipment.
Reports patient conditions to the assigned nurse to ensure professional assessment.
Measures and records food and liquid intake and output, and checks and records vital signs.
Provides patient help with walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:

Certified Nursing Assistant license

Experience:

Minimum 0 - 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office)
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States CNA 12 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100097469. University of Miami

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC Miami FL Florida Miami, Florida Compact States CNA 12 hours University of Miami Job ID #R100096164. University of Miami

Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC jobs

Registered Nurse (RN) - Radiology

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$34+/hour

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

$34+/hour

Registered Nurse (RN) - Interventional Radiology

$34+/hour

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

$34+/hour

Certified Surgical Technologist

$25-30/hour

Medical Assistant

$18-22/hour

Medical Assistant

$18-22/hour

MRI Technologist

$18-22/hour

CNA

$15-18/hour

CNA

$15-18/hour

CNA

$15-18/hour

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Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UMHC

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