11 jobs found in Jackson, MS

The Certified Respiratory Therapist participates in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Responsible for the management of Life Support systems and responding to medical emergencies within the hospital. The CRT may perform all tasks included in their license practice act within department guidelines and policies. The position relies on education and entry-level training to complete responsibilities. The CRT must function with limited supervision, relying on their education and the guidance of the physician and supervisory staff. Compliance/Quality Observes and adheres to all departmental and hospital policies and procedures, and follows all safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards. Efficiently records pertinent patient care data utilizing the computerized medical record or manual documentation in order to promote timely and efficient access to required information throughout the organization. Preserves the...

Provides prescribed medications, drugs and other pharmaceuticals as needed and assures responsible provision of drug therapy for the purposes of achieving definite outcomes that improve a patient's quality of life. Reports to the appropriate supervisor. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objective, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation result, individualized treatment plans, progress reports, and other such reports. Verifies and accurately delivers a prescribed and planned course of radiation therapy to patients; obtains patient history, answers patient questions, and explains procedure. Checks prescription, diagnosis, chart, patient identification, diagnostic reports, etc. required for patient treatment. Interacts with physicist, Dosimetrist, and/or mold room tech at initiation and during treatment; consults with...

The Medical Mgmt Social Worker provides patient and family assessments in order to design effective treatment programs and follows the patient and family through the continuum of services. The Medical Mgmt Social Worker 2 provides supportive counseling to patients and families, assesses patient discharge needs and coordinates discharge services. Relies on education, experience, professional training and judgment to accomplish responsibilities. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Works under minimal supervision.   1.   TECHNICAL TASKS a.   Maintain continuous documentation of productivity for the department. b.   Collects data for the purpose of Continuous Quality Improvement. c.   Obtain basic information that is needed through the computer system. d.   Records in patient's charts with accuracy and timeliness on behalf of the patient as necessary e.   Provide on call service on a rotating basis with other members of Social Service staff. f.   Collaborates and...

Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of Physical Therapy. Treats patients of all ages with a variety of physical disabilities. Reports to the Clinical Coordinator. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.  Performs a comprehensive evaluation on each assigned patient, within established time frames, considering the patient's age, diagnosis, prior level of function and living situation.  Establishes a treatment plan for each patient which includes measurable goals and revises these goals as necessary for individual patients.  Conducts and adapts treatment programs in consideration of patient age, diagnosis, physical, psychological and socioeconomic welfare.  Designs and fits adaptive devices such as orthotics, mobility aids and tools based on patient needs.  Teaches...

Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of Physical Therapy. Treats patients of all ages with a variety of physical disabilities. Reports to the Clinical Coordinator. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.  Performs a comprehensive evaluation on each assigned patient, within established time frames, considering the patient's age, diagnosis, prior level of function and living situation.  Establishes a treatment plan for each patient which includes measurable goals and revises these goals as necessary for individual patients.  Conducts and adapts treatment programs in consideration of patient age, diagnosis, physical, psychological and socioeconomic welfare.  Designs and fits adaptive devices such as orthotics, mobility aids and tools based on patient needs.  Teaches...

*MUST BE AVAILABLE DURING THE WEEK * Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy treatment as established by the Physical Therapist to meet specific measurable goals. Reports to Clinical Coordinator. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.  Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and procedures.  Carries out a treatment program for assigned patients, as determined by the evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.  Designs and fits adaptive devices such as orthotics, mobility aids and tools based on patient disability and rehabilitation needs.  Teaches patients/family the skills and techniques required for participation in Physical Therapy, adapting the instruction and techniques to meet the comprehension level of the patients/family.  Reports any changes in a patient's condition to the...

Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy treatment as established by the Physical Therapist to meet specific measurable goals. Reports to Clinical Coordinator. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.  Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and procedures.  Carries out a treatment program for assigned patients, as determined by the evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.  Designs and fits adaptive devices such as orthotics, mobility aids and tools based on patient disability and rehabilitation needs.  Teaches patients/family the skills and techniques required for participation in Physical Therapy, adapting the instruction and techniques to meet the comprehension level of the patients/family.  Reports any changes in a patient's condition to the supervising Physical Therapist...

Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy treatment as established by the Physical Therapist to meet specific measurable goals. Reports to Clinical Coordinator. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.  Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and procedures.  Carries out a treatment program for assigned patients, as determined by the evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.  Designs and fits adaptive devices such as orthotics, mobility aids and tools based on patient disability and rehabilitation needs.  Teaches patients/family the skills and techniques required for participation in Physical Therapy, adapting the instruction and techniques to meet the comprehension level of the patients/family.  Reports any changes in a patient's condition to the supervising Physical Therapist...

The Registered Respiratory Therapist participates in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Therapists are responsible for the initiation and management of Life Support Systems under the direction of the physician.  The RRT may perform all tasks included in their license practice act within department guidelines and policies.   The RRT must function with limited supervision, relying on their education and the guidance of the physician and supervisory staff. Compliance/Quality Observes and adheres to all departmental and hospital policies and procedures, and follows all safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards. Efficiently records pertinent patient care data utilizing the computerized medical record or manual documentation in order to promote timely and efficient access to required information throughout the organization. Preserves the confidentiality of data and information identified as sensitive for the protection of...

Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of Physical Therapy. Treats patients of all ages with a variety of physical disabilities. Reports to the Clinical Coordinator. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.  Performs a comprehensive evaluation on each assigned patient, within established time frames, considering the patient's age, diagnosis, prior level of function and living situation.  Establishes a treatment plan for each patient which includes measurable goals and revises these goals as necessary for individual patients.  Conducts and adapts treatment programs in consideration of patient age, diagnosis, physical, psychological and socioeconomic welfare.  Designs and fits adaptive devices such as orthotics, mobility aids and tools based on patient needs.  Teaches patients/family skills...

Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy treatment as established by the Physical Therapist to meet specific measurable goals. Reports to Clinical Coordinator. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.  Assists the Physical Therapist during patient testing, evaluations and procedures.  Carries out a treatment program for assigned patients, as determined by the evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.  Designs and fits adaptive devices such as orthotics, mobility aids and tools based on patient disability and rehabilitation needs.  Teaches patients/family the skills and techniques required for participation in Physical Therapy, adapting the instruction and techniques to meet the comprehension level of the patients/family.  Reports any changes in a patient's condition to the supervising Physical Therapist...