43 per diem jobs found

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Ultrasound Technologist provides health care services for inpatients and outpatients of the University Hospital/DOC through the applications of non-ionizing radiation (sound waves to create images). The technologist performs general, OB/GYN, small parts and vascular ultrasound procedures for the interpretation of a licensed practitioner. The patient population ranges from newborn to maturity. Exercise professional judgment throughout the performance of his/her duties and maintains a demeanor that supports the values and mission of the department, ensuring that all interaction with patients, physicians, nurses, administrators, and other members of the hospital staff are professional and in accordance with the established guidelines of the institution. Responsibilities What You’ll Do   Ensures correct patient identity 100% of the time by verbally verifying patient name...

Responsibilities Under the direction of the Staff Nurse, the Patient Sitter will be assigned to a specific patient and will remain in constant attendance with the patient to assist in maintaining the patient’s safety. The Patient Sitter must provide continuous observation of the patient until relieved by a qualified individual, and will report any observed changes in the patient’s condition/behavior to the patient’s nurse. Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. BLS certification from American Heart Association. Successful completion of University Hospital’s Handle with Care and Sitter Training Courses which are part of orientation and must be completed prior to performing the actual Patient Sitter role. Follows prescribed safety rules and regulations. Able to fulfill the physical demand requirements of the job as stated. FIT Testing required. Must attend Handle with Care Training annually and participate in...

Overview About the Role   The primary purpose of the Medical Technologist – Hematology is to independently perform both routine and complex laboratory analyses with precision and accuracy. This role is responsible for ensuring procedural and system controls, troubleshooting and problem-solving, as well as contributing to teaching and supervision under the direction of leadership. Technologists provide physicians with timely, accurate, and reliable results that are essential for the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Responsibilities What You’ll Do Perform and demonstrate proficiency in routine and complex laboratory testing in accordance with SOPs and departmental standards. Thoroughly process, analyze, and report results, including timely communication of critical values (within 15 minutes) and prioritization of STAT specimens. Conduct and document quality control procedures; identify, troubleshoot, and...

Overview About the Role   The primary purpose of the Shift Supervisor Pathology position is to be in immediate charge of the Clinical Laboratory when on duty and represents the laboratory in dealing with other units in the hospital under the supervision of the Administrative Director Pathology & Laboratory Medicine. Assures continuity of laboratory operations on the evening, night, weekend shifts as scheduled. Responsibilities What You’ll Do   Provide patient-centered service by creating a welcoming environment, communicating clearly, resolving complaints promptly, and modeling service excellence. Oversee daily Clinical Laboratory operations, enforce personnel policies, and ensure quality control procedures are completed and documented. Communicate effectively across shifts, prepare comprehensive reports, and respond to operational problems, escalating issues when necessary. Monitor supply levels, coordinate...

Overview About the Role The main responsibility of the EKG Technician is to conduct electrocardiograms (EKGs) to produce graphic recordings of the heart’s electrical activity, as monitored by the Cardiovascular Coordinator. The technician is equipped with the necessary education, skills, and experience to care for patients across all age groups, from newborns to the elderly. Responsibilities What You’ll Do    Perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) to capture detailed tracings of the heart’s electrical signals. Support the Cardiovascular Coordinator by providing accurate and timely EKG results. Apply specialized knowledge and training to ensure high-quality patient care. Deliver services to a diverse patient population, ranging from newborns to elderly individuals. Maintain competency in EKG procedures and adapt techniques to meet age-specific needs Qualifications What You’ll Bring...

Overview About the Role:   The primary purpose of the Social Worker I position is to be skilled in interventions for the support and/or resolution of patient and family crises as well as advocacy and facilitation necessitated by life-changing events. The role includes other functions such as discharge planning. The position  functions with considerable autonomy in providing professional social work treatment and services to patients from newborn to elderly and understands the life cycle changes consistent with each age and their families related to their health care and general well-being. Responsibilities What You’ll Do: Develops and implements social work plans and interventions efficiently and effectively to assure continuity of care Provides psychosocial assessment and counseling of patients and families relating to the social, emotional and cognitive  capabilities of patients Develops and presents...

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to be accountable for the care activities, safety and goal achievements of assigned patients through assessing, diagnosing, planning and intervening in actual or potential health problems and evaluating patient’s response to the care. These responsibilities also include patient education and discharge planning. The Registered Professional Nurse places emphasis on mobilizing patients and preventing skin break down, falls and implements the appropriate measures to achieve this. The Registered Professional Nurse is a member of a designated care team and collaborates, coordinates and guides team members in planning patient care in a safe environment and achieving patient care goals according to the patient/family developmental stage and cultural expectations.   Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. BLS Certification required. Two...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Critical Care Transport Team (CCTT) Staff Nurse is to safely move patients requiring PCU or ICU level of care within the University Hospital and Rutgers campus. The CCTT RN prioritizes transport requests based on acuity and workload logistics. The CCTT RN will utilize the Acuity Checklist for Critical Care Transport form to determine who will accompany the patient during transport and what equipment will be needed. The CCTT RN will require a thorough and complete SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment and Recommendation) report, in person, from the primary care PCU/ICU RN managing the patient. The CCTT RN will complete their tasks with compassionate consideration of the patient’s requests and those of their family. The CCTT RN will utilize the Inter Transport Patient Data Form to chart the appropriate data as it applies to the individual patient’s circumstances. The CCTT Nurse takes immediate action in...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the  Ambulatory Care Technician Certified (Certified Medical Assistant)  position is to support the patient and the provider throughout the ambulatory care patient visit from registration through discharge and follow up. As a  Certified Medical Assistant, Ambulatory Care Technician Certified  will  structure  the patient flow for the physicians in the examination and treatment of patients. As directed by a Physician and University Hospital policy, the Ambulatory Care Technician Certified administers intramuscular and subcutaneous injections which may be delegated under State regulations. The  Certified Medical Assistant  will support all front end and clinical office procedures. Responsibilities What You’ll Do   Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to maintain a timely and organized flow of patients and visitors throughout their experience in Ambulatory Care...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Radiologic Technologist Aide position is to provide patient/material transportation service and aide and assist the technical/nursing staff to improve patient throughput. These materials may include, but are not limited to specimens, oxygen tanks, packages, slips, supplies, medication orders, labs, mail, CT/ MRI supplies, and other items as needed. May utilize various equipment locks, etc. The Radiologic Technologist Aide will communicate/secure preventive maintenance on all transport equipment as required. Also assists the technical and Nursing staff to put patients on and off the table and other duties to facilitate and expedite the care of patients. The Radiology Tech Aide has the capacity to endure high pressure situations in a fast paced work- space, under time sensitive conditions, while remaining calm as a professional demeanor is demonstrated towards patients and their family....

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to be accountable for the care activities, safety and goal achievements of assigned patients through assessing, diagnosing, planning and intervening in actual or potential health problems and evaluating patient’s response to the care. These responsibilities also include patient education and discharge planning. The Registered Professional Nurse places emphasis on mobilizing patients and preventing skin break down, falls and implements the appropriate measures to achieve this. The Registered Professional Nurse is a member of a designated care team and collaborates, coordinates and guides team members in planning patient care in a safe environment and achieving patient care goals according to the patient/family developmental stage and cultural expectations. The competent practice of the Professional Registered Nurse is evidenced by patient/family goal achievement, patient/family satisfaction, care...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Radiological Technician I position is to provide x-ray services for inpatients and outpatients of the University Hospital. Performs radiographic procedures and other functions related to the production of x-rays of accurate and diagnostic radiographs for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment throughout the performance of his/her duties and maintains a demeanor that supports the values and mission of The University Hospital. Contributes and functions as a cohesive member of the department, ensuring that all interaction with patients, physicians, nurses, administrators, and other members of the hospital staff are professional and in accordance with the established guidelines of the institution. Performs procedures in compliance with NJ Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) standards and the principals of As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA)....

Responsibilities The Administrator on Duty Per Diem provides onsite administrative leadership to University Hospital during non-regular business hours on an as needed basis. Facilitates communication between clinical and non-clinical departments to meet the needs of the patients. Acts as Incident Commander during disaster situations. Facilitates throughput by triaging and providing patient bed assignments from within the system and outside facilities, ensuring appropriate level of staffing to meet patient care needs. The AOD Per Diem uses clinical and management skills to maintain accountability for management of fiscal and personnel resources in the delivery of services during non-regular business hours. Must be skilled in the provision of patient care to infant through adult patient populations. Upholds the standards of the system-wide customer service program. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New...

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to skillfully administer total patient care in accordance with Emergency Nursing Standards of Practice, provides leadership and clinical expertise in the assessing, planning and delivery of emergency care. Provides specialized primary nursing care for acutely ill and injured trauma cases in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Critical Care or Medical/Surgical experience preferred. BLS required. Must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS). ACLS and PALS required within twelve (12) months of employment and must maintained throughout employment. Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification is required. Proficiency in the English language is required. BSN preferred. Successful completion of a Progressive Care Course or...

Overview About the Role The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) is a skilled health provider who, through a written collaborative practice agreement with a physician, is credentialed through the Medical Staff Office. As a member of the Medical Staff the APN demonstrates standards of professional practice that include ethical decision making, job activities related to quality assessment/improvement, self – evaluation, leadership, and research. The APN is self- directed and purposeful in seeking necessary knowledge and skills to develop and maintain competency. The APN in Employee Health Services, under the direction of the Director Employee Health, is responsible for assisting in coordinating the overall activities of the Employee Health Services of University Hospital. The APN is accountable for assuring quality medical care to UH employees by performing comprehensive health assessments, differential diagnosis, and prescribing pharmacologic and non –...

Overview About the Role The Staff Nurse (Cancer Center) is responsible for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care tailored to the unique needs of each individual and their family, in alignment with professional nursing standards. This role involves applying specialized knowledge in chemotherapy and/or radiation oncology to assess, screen, educate, and manage care for adult patients receiving treatment through Outpatient Oncology Services. The nurse also supports clinical operations and office functions, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork by rotating across various Oncology Service Departments as needed. A solid understanding of University Hospital, Joint Commission, and Department of Health regulations is essential. Additionally, the nurse actively contributes to evidence-based practice, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives. Responsibilities What You’ll Do Provides comprehensive,...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Pharmacy Technician position is to perform a variety of technical and clerical duties for the hospital-wide unit dose medication distribution system and intravenous admixture program. Responsible to maintain confidential reports, enter and retrieve data utilizing the computer system, prepare intravenous medication including, but not limited to, chemotherapy, and hyper-alimentations, fill automated medication dispensing system with unit dose medications, procure, and fill requests for pharmaceutical supplies and deliver supplies. Responsible for assisting the Senior Buyer in ordering, managing, and maintaining inventory. Responsibilities What You’ll Do   Selects the proper medication and/or accessory from stock necessary to match label generated and/or cart fill list. Labels and prepares product in accordance with Pharmacy Practice standards and Hospital Policies and...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Pharmacy Technician position is to perform a variety of technical and clerical duties for the hospital-wide unit dose medication distribution system and intravenous admixture program. Responsible to maintain confidential reports, enter and retrieve data utilizing the computer system, prepare intravenous medication including, but not limited to, chemotherapy, and hyper-alimentations, fill automated medication dispensing system with unit dose medications, procure, and fill requests for pharmaceutical supplies and deliver supplies. Responsible for assisting the Senior Buyer in ordering, managing, and maintaining inventory. Responsibilities What You’ll Do   Selects the proper medication and/or accessory from stock necessary to match label generated and/or cart fill list. Labels and prepares product in accordance with Pharmacy Practice standards and Hospital Policies and...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the  Ambulatory Care Technician Certified (Certified Medical Assistant)  position is to support the patient and the provider throughout the ambulatory care patient visit from registration through discharge and follow up. As a  Certified Medical Assistant, Ambulatory Care Technician Certified  will   structure the patient flow for the physicians in the examination and treatment of patients. As directed by a Physician and University Hospital policy, the Ambulatory Care Technician Certified administers intramuscular and subcutaneous injections which may be delegated under State regulations. The  Certified Medical Assistant  will support all front end and clinical office procedures. Responsibilities What You’ll Do   Works collaboratively with faculty and staff to maintain a timely and organized flow of patients and visitors throughout their experience in Ambulatory...

Overview About the Role The Patient Representative plays a key role in enhancing patient satisfaction at University Hospital by fostering clear and compassionate communication between patients, their families or significant others, and hospital staff. This position serves as a vital liaison, ensuring that patients and their loved ones feel heard, supported, and informed throughout their care experience. By proactively identifying and addressing concerns, the Patient Representative helps prevent complaints and grievances, offering guidance to departments on best practices for improving patient experiences and resolving dissatisfaction effectively.   Responsibilities What You’ll Do   Serve as a key contributor to patient satisfaction at University Hospital. Facilitate clear, compassionate communication between patients, families/significant others, and hospital staff. Act as a liaison to ensure patients and their...