55 education jobs found

Overview This position administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting, in accordance withstatewide Treatment Protocols and HH EMS Medical Control Physicians, as authorized and directed by physician and/orparamedic. Responsibilities Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance.  Works efficiently to restore and stabilize cardiac, pulselessness, non-breathing patients.  Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patient's vital signs.  Remains in good driving status and maintains insurable driving status.  Communicates with hospital/TCC personnel by HEMSI approved communication methods.  Maintains up to date credentials regarding licensing and protocol changes.  Appropriately documents patient care in all HEMSI approved reporting methods.  Observes all safety and...

Overview The Histology technician performs high volume, repetitive tests in an anatomic pathology laboratory using standard procedures, identifies causes of technical and instrumental problems . Qualifications Education:  HS/GED Required License, Certification or Registration: Certification as HT (ASCP) preferred within 3 months of hire Experience: Other Lab Certifications considered with Pathology experience Additional Skills/Abilities:  Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.  Must be able to maintain absolute confidentiality in the handling of patient information.  Absolute integrity and accuracy in the identification and reporting of number and names.  About Us Build your career with us At Huntsville Hospital, Huntsville Hospital for Women &...

Overview Provides technical support to the lab by receiving/processing requisitions/specimens and ordering specified lab tests according to standard operating procedures.  Responds to phone requests and enters lab test data into computer. Qualifications Education:  High School diploma or GED required. Education preferred: Associates Degree with a minimum of 6 semester hours of chemistry and 6 semester hours of biology preferred.  License, certification and/or registration: MLA certification from a nationally recognized credentialing agency (i.e. ASCP or AMT) preferred Experience:  Previous work experience strongly preferred. Keyboarding experience, 40 wpm preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities:  Candidate must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced, customer service oriented environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must be able to...

Overview Obtains blood specimens from patients and delivers specimens to the laboratory and/or sends through the transport system.  Correctly identifies patients and specimens. Qualifications Education High School diploma or GED required. MLA certification from a nationally recognized credentialing agency (i.e. ASCP or AMT) preferred. Associates Degree with a minimum of 6 semester hours of biology and 6 semester hours of chemistry preferred.   Experience Previous work experience strongly preferred.   Additional Skills/Abilities Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.  Must be able to maintain absolute confidentiality in the handling of patient information.  Absolute integrity and accuracy in the patient identification process. Must complete HeartSaver CPR by the end of the...

Overview Obtains blood specimens from patients and delivers specimens to the laboratory and/or sends through the transport system.  Correctly identifies patients and specimens. Qualifications Education High School diploma or GED required. MLA certification from a nationally recognized credentialing agency (i.e. ASCP or AMT) preferred. Associates Degree with a minimum of 6 semester hours of biology and 6 semester hours of chemistry preferred.   Experience Previous work experience strongly preferred.   Additional Skills/Abilities Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.  Must be able to maintain absolute confidentiality in the handling of patient information.  Absolute integrity and accuracy in the patient identification process. Must complete HeartSaver CPR by the end of the...

Overview Obtains blood specimens from patients and delivers specimens to the laboratory and/or sends through the transport system.  Correctly identifies patients and specimens. Qualifications Education High School diploma or GED required. MLA certification from a nationally recognized credentialing agency (i.e. ASCP or AMT) preferred. Associates Degree with a minimum of 6 semester hours of biology and 6 semester hours of chemistry preferred.   Experience Previous work experience strongly preferred.   Additional Skills/Abilities Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.  Must be able to maintain absolute confidentiality in the handling of patient information.  Absolute integrity and accuracy in the patient identification process. Must complete HeartSaver CPR by the end of the...

Overview Job Summary:    Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values .   Performs ultrasound examinations of the heart and vessels to assist the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the cardiovascular system. Lead echo technologist will perform quality tests for equipment, procedures, and other technologists. Lead Technologist will assist with echo training, staff education, department coverage, and scheduling.   Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Knowledgeable of and selects appropriate ultrasound equipment for echocardiogram procedures Monitors sound waves for quality of ultrasonic patterns and documents on appropriate media to obtain a permanent record of examination Consults with physicians as required regarding collection of...

Overview Job Summary Prepare, label and distribute enteral and oral feeding orders to the NICU unit in order to optimize nutritional and immunological protection as well as growth and development. Qualifications Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required Education/Licensure   High School diploma required. Ability to do complex math. ServSafe certification strongly preferred within one year of hire or transfer.   Experience Previous experience as pharmacy or dietetic technician and knowledge of medical terminology strongly preferred. One year experience working with a hospital diet office or in a medical field strongly preferred; pediatric patient population preferred.   Additional Skills/Abilities Proficient math skills with focus on attention to detail and accuracy of output. Effective oral and written communication skills. Basic computer skills, good organizational skills....

Overview Job Summary Prepare, label and distribute enteral and oral feeding orders to the NICU unit in order to optimize nutritional and immunological protection as well as growth and development. Qualifications Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required Education/Licensure   High School diploma required. Ability to do complex math. ServSafe certification strongly preferred within one year of hire or transfer.   Experience Previous experience as pharmacy or dietetic technician and knowledge of medical terminology strongly preferred. One year experience working with a hospital diet office or in a medical field strongly preferred; pediatric patient population preferred.   Additional Skills/Abilities Proficient math skills with focus on attention to detail and accuracy of output. Effective oral and written communication skills. Basic computer skills, good organizational skills....

Overview Job Summary Prepare, label and distribute enteral and oral feeding orders to the NICU unit in order to optimize nutritional and immunological protection as well as growth and development. Qualifications Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required Education/Licensure   High School diploma required. Ability to do complex math. ServSafe certification strongly preferred within one year of hire or transfer.   Experience Previous experience as pharmacy or dietetic technician and knowledge of medical terminology strongly preferred. One year experience working with a hospital diet office or in a medical field strongly preferred; pediatric patient population preferred.   Additional Skills/Abilities Proficient math skills with focus on attention to detail and accuracy of output. Effective oral and written communication skills. Basic computer skills, good organizational skills....

Overview Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Under direct supervisor utilizes knowledge and skills to assist in assigned direct patient care as appropriate to the patient’s physical and developmental age, maintaining a primary focus on a safe and therapeutic environment Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions 1.  Under supervision participates in designated education sessions with patients. Pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. 2.  Provides basic patient care with minimal supervision within established policies and the assigned patient’s plan of care. Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. 3.  Motivates patients to participate in activities of daily living and unit program within their physical and mental capabilities.  Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. 4.  Promptly reports patient changes, problems, complaints or request...

Overview The Paramedic performs a wide variety of patient care activities related to patients being treated and transported to the hospital by ambulance.  The EMT-Paramedic also performs the responsibilities of driving emergency vehicles providing due regard for the safety of others while operating the ambulance. The EMT-Paramedic performs patient care activities when attending to the patient in the patient compartment of the ambulance. The EMT-Paramedic performs Life Support procedures within their scope of practice as approved by the Alabama Department of Public Health EMS Division. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited School of Emergency Medical Services with a current license from the Alabama State Department of Public Health as an EMT-Paramedic /Driver. About Us Our Mission:  Be the Difference Our Vision: Excellence Always Our Values: Safety, Compassion, Innovation & Excellence...

Overview The Pre-hospital EMS Transport Liaison / ED Paramedic is an allied health professional whose primary focus is to assist Emergency Department staff in the intake, triage and transitional care of patients arriving by ambulance particularly in situations involving ED patient overload which may create delays in bed/room assignment and offloading of EMS patients. The individual possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to provide competent patient care under the direction of the Emergency Department Charge Nurse, RNs and ED Physicians and in adherence to institutional/departmental policies and procedures. The individual will also provide multi-functional assistance to ED staff and Physicians as necessary during intervals when intake and transitional attendance of EMS patients is not immediately required and as allowed within defined and authorized scope of practice and established limitations. The Pre-hospital EMS Transport Liaison / ED Paramedic must...

Overview Performs peripheral vascular and/or echocardiographic procedures at a high technical level. Uses independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative to perform state-of-the art diagnostic ultrasound procedures. Administers contrast medications as prescribed and under the supervision of a physician. Qualifications Education Required ·         High School Diploma or GED required. ·         Graduate of Ultrasound or Echo School/Program License, Certification and/or Registration ·         Require ARDMS or CCI registration in ECHO ·         Require RVT ·         BLS certification required within orientation period ·         MOAB required Experience ·         3 years of ECHO experience

Overview Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, performs laboratory testing in any of the various sections of the laboratory, performs control testing and initiates troubleshooting steps for problem areas. The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Qualifications Education:  A.S. degree in MLT / B.S. degree in Medical Technology, or chemical, physical or biological science or chemical, physical or biological science with clinical training in a school approved by  ASCP. License/Registration or certification: Registered by ASCP preferred. Additional skills/abilities: Competency of components of laboratory technology, as appropriate.Verbal ability to communicate with patients and other clientele...

Overview Performs venipunctures, heelsticks, and fingersticks to obtain blood samples for testing purposes.  Properly identifies patients and follows procedures for collection of specimens.  Processes and receives specimens into the laboratory, following laboratory protocol for specimen acceptability and rejection.  Enters outpatient orders into Laboratory Information System.  Collects chain of custody drug screens for pre-employment, post-accident, and just cause cases according to protocol.  Assists with frozen sections and clerical duties as needed.  Performs other related functions as assigned. Qualifications Education: A high school diploma or GED; Completion of a formal training course in phlebotomy procedures from an accredited school or training program preferred.  Experience: One year phlebotomy experience including obtaining specimens from neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients is preferred....

Overview The Pharmacy Technician II – Certified supports the Pharmacists and healthcare team(s) by ensuring the safe and efficient preparation, dispensing, and management of medications within the hospital or healthcare facility.  This position requires advanced technical skills and in-depth knowledge of pharmacy operations, including medication preparation, sterile and non-sterile compounding, inventory management, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The Pharmacy Technician II is also responsible for maintaining accurate records, providing exceptional customer service to patients and staff, and collaborating with pharmacists to optimize patient care.  With a commitment to professional development and operation excellence, this role contributes to the overall mission of delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED...

Overview Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Under direct supervisor utilizes knowledge and skills to assist in assigned direct patient care as appropriate to the patient’s physical and developmental age, maintaining a primary focus on a safe and therapeutic environment Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions 1.  Under supervision participates in designated education sessions with patients. Pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. 2.  Provides basic patient care with minimal supervision within established policies and the assigned patient’s plan of care. Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. 3.  Motivates patients to participate in activities of daily living and unit program within their physical and mental capabilities.  Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. 4.  Promptly reports patient changes, problems, complaints or request...

Overview This position administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting, in accordance with statewide Treatment Protocols and HEMSI Medical Control Physicians, as authorized and directed by physician and/or paramedic.  Responsibilities Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance.  Works efficiently to restore and stabilize cardiac, pulselessness, non-breathing patients.  Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patient's vital signs.  Remains in good driving status and maintains insurable driving status.  Communicates with hospital/TCC personnel by HEMSI approved communication methods.  Maintains up to date credentials regarding licensing and protocol changes.  Appropriately documents patient care in all HEMSI approved reporting methods.  Observes all safety and...

Overview This position administers life support care to sick and injured persons in pre-hospital setting, in accordance with statewide Treatment Protocols and EMS Medical Control Physicians, as authorized and directed by physician and/or paramedic Responsibilities Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance.  Works efficiently to restore and stabilize cardiac, pulselessness, non-breathing patients.  Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patient's vital signs.  Remains in good driving status and maintains insurable driving status.  Communicates with hospital/TCC personnel by HEMSI approved communication methods.  Maintains up to date credentials regarding licensing and protocol changes.  Appropriately documents patient care in all HEMSI approved reporting methods.  Observes all safety and...