5 jobs found in Norwalk, CT

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Course Instructor (Per Diem) (BLS) position is to, on a per diem as needed basis, teach BLS provider and First Responder courses offered by the University Hospital Community Training Center, and to facilitate learning in the classroom. Worksin conjunction with the BLS and ACLS/PALS coordinators and staff to ensure quality BLS and First Responder courses.   Responsibilities What You’ll Do   Teach Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider and First Responder courses on an as-needed (per diem) basis. Facilitate classroom learning and promote participant engagement. Deliver training in accordance with Community Training Center and American Heart Association standards. Collaborate with BLS and ACLS/PALS Coordinators to ensure effective course delivery. Maintain a high standard of instructional quality and student learning outcomes. Support course preparation,...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Community Health Worker (CHW) is to improve the overall health and well-being of University Hospital patients. Develops trusting relationships to create linkages to community resources, physical and mental health services and address social barriers to care that impede improvement in one’s health. The CHW is an integral member of the multi- disciplinary team that works to endorse clinical teams to the community. Provides perspectives to enhance care management strategies while efficiently navigating community resources to provide patients with access and education on the importance of preventive care screenings and services   Responsibilities What You’ll Do Enhances the overall health and well-being of patients at University Hospital Builds trusting relationships to better support patient needs Connects individuals to community resources, including physical and...

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Educational Specialist position is to function as an Educator, Consultant, Researcher and Administrator in support in developing and expanding staff competencies to perform safely, effectively, and financially productive in a patient/family center Model of Care Delivery.   The Education Specialist is a positive role model, skilled communicator/facilitator, and non-territorial team player with solid teaching/learning skills. He/she is skilled at interfacing with broad and diverse groups in multi-disciplinary forums facilitated to learn, improve, and innovate care delivery.  The Education Specialist has extensive knowledge of adult learning techniques, Evidence Based Practice/Practice Based Evidence Skills, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice for Staff Development, The Joint Commission Standards, National Patient Safety Goals, Department of Health Standards, Policy and Procedures of patient/Family...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Course Instructor (EMT) position is to teach the basic EMT training program and EMT recertification course offered by the Emergency Medical Services department, and to facilitate learning in the classroom. Works in conjunction with the EMS Training Division and the Community Training Center leaders and staff to ensure quality education programs are delivered. Responsibilities What You’ll Do   Instructs and facilitates classroom-based EMT initial certification and recertification courses offered through the Emergency Medical Services Department.   Delivers engaging educational programs that support student learning and successful completion of EMT training requirements.   Collaborates with the EMS Training Division, Community Training Center leadership, and staff to maintain high-quality instructional standards.   Promotes a positive learning...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Inpatient Coding Data Quality Auditor/Educator is to ensure the consistent processing of claims and collection of data to optimize DRG reimbursement and produce quality data that accurately reflects the severity and intensity of hospital inpatient services. Audits inpatient coded records, provides continuing education of all inpatient coding staff and facilitates the inpatient coding work flow.   Responsibilities What You’ll Do     Performs daily data quality reviews on inpatient records to validate ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure codes Ensures accuracy, proper sequencing, and adherence to coding guidelines on all cases Reviews cases identified as OIG-focused DRGs, transfer DRGs, and other target areas as needed Verifies the accuracy and appropriateness of the selected DRG Communicates coding corrections to coders and explains the rationale for...