34 counseling jobs found in Decatur, AL

Overview Job Summary:  The Program Director provides strategic, operational, educational, and clinical leadership for the ACGME-accredited Family Medicine Residency Program. The Program Director is responsible for accreditation compliance, curriculum oversight, faculty development, resident education, quality improvement, scholarly activity, financial stewardship, and institutional collaboration.   Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Provide overall leadership for the Family Medicine Residency Program. Maintain continuous compliance with ACGME Institutional, Common, and Family Medicine Program Requirements. Develop and implement strategic plans that support the program's mission and institutional goals. Ensure high-quality clinical education while promoting patient safety and resident well-being....

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 Job Summary:     Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. In addition, the nurse director leads and manages all aspects of the nursing department(s):  delivery of nursing care, financial/resource management, quality of care, personnel management, service excellence and daily operations.   Ensure compliance with regulatory standards applicable to the assigned area of nursing practice.   Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions   1. Demonstrates all key responsibilities and essential functions of the Registered Nurse for pediatric, adolescent, and adult populations. 2. Demonstrates knowledge of CMS, The Joint Commission, and Quality Metrics in order to establish processes that meet educational requirements and compliance of staff. 3. Demonstrates knowledge of EMTALA guidelines in order to establish admission and exclusionary criteria for...

Overview Job Summary: While demonstrating through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values, the Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Decatur Morgan Hospital by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health or supports a peaceful death.  The RN utilizes the best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey.  The RN accepts responsibility, authority and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Clinical Practice and Patient Care Performs initial and ongoing nursing assessments, identifying...

Overview Job Summary:  While demonstrating through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values, the Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Decatur Morgan Hospital and the Huntsville Hospital Health System by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health or supports a peaceful death.  The RN utilizes the best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey.  The RN accepts responsibility, authority and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Caregiver :  The caregiver role has traditionally included...

Overview Job Summary:  While demonstrating through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values, the Dialysis Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Decatur Morgan Hospital by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health.  The Dialysis RN utilizes the best scientific evidence and compassion to provide care for patients with chronic or acute kidney disease/injury..  The Dialysis RN accepts responsibility, authority and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures. Other responsibilities of the Dialysis RN include but are not limited to: Prepares dialysis equipment for patient treatment Oversees the dialysis treatment from start to finish...

Overview   The nurse practitioner provides comprehensive direct patient care and scholarly practice including obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing complete physical examination, ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening, diagnosing illness, prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients, and providing health maintenance and promotion interventions such as patient and family education and counseling.  Also, the NP assumes accountability for indirect care responsibilities, which support patient care including staff and student education, clinical research, program development, and quality improvement. Qualifications Completion of Nurse Practitioner Masters of Science in Nursing from an accredited college or university.  Successful completion of a National Certification Exam for NP, current registration through the Alabama board of Nursing and Board of Medical Examiners; A...

Overview The Medical Assistant (MA) delivers direct patient care in the clinical setting beginning with escorting the patient to the examination room, performing any treatments and procedures required by the physician, and ending with the discharging of the patient.  He/she recognizes, reports, and documents clinical observations.  He/she is responisble for coding the procedures correctly. Qualifications Education required: High School Diploma or GED License, Certification and/or registration: Current CPR Certification. Current Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) Preferred Additional Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. Ability to perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations. Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions Ability to communicate clearly Skill in establishing and...

Overview The nurse practitioner/physician assistant provides comprehensive direct patient care and scholarly practice including obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing complete physical examination, ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening, diagnosing illness, prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients, and providing health maintenance and promotion interventions such as patient and family education and counseling. Also, the NP/PA assumes accountability for indirect care responsibilities, which support patient care including staff and student education, clinical research, program development, and quality improvement. Qualifications Education: Completion of Nurse Practitioner Master's of Science in Nursing from an accredited college or university required or graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program   License: Successful completion of a National Certification...

Overview Acts as collaborative member of the Comp1One team in providing continuity and quality patient care. Assesses and provides appropriate intervention/assistance for the problems that injured workers, employers, and insurance clients experience related to the workers’ compensation injury. Also provides monitoring, counseling, and supportive functions as needed to assist the Field Case Management team under the direction of the Comp1One Department Manager. Also acts as lead person to assist in the overall Medical management objectives of the Comp1One program, including processing of reports, computer records and invoicing as needed. Qualifications Education/Licensure/Certifications High School graduate or GED required.  Graduate of accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program preferred. Completion of Certified Medical Assistant program preferred. College degree preferred.   Experience...

Overview The Receptionist is the first person the patient sees and, therefore, must present a caring and friendly attitude.  He/she answers the telephone and relays messages to appropriate  departments or personnel.  The Receptionist is capable of using the computer software to input patient and billing information.  The Receptionist is responsible for the collection of any monies and the posting of such to the correct patient account.  Perform opening and closing procedures of the facility as scheduled. Qualifications Education Required ·         Education Required ·         High School Diploma or GED required.       Experience ·         Experience ·         Clinic setting experience is preferred. About Us Our Mission:  Be the Difference Our Vision: Excellence Always Our Values: Safety,...

Overview The advanced practice provider provides (APP) comprehensive direct patient care and scholarly practice including obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing complete physical examination, ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening, diagnosing illness, prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients, and providing health maintenance and promotion interventions such as patient and family education and counseling. Also, the APP assumes accountability for indirect care responsibilities, which support patient care including staff and student education, clinical research, program development, and quality improvement. Qualifications Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required: Education: Completion of a Nurse Practitioner Masters of Science in Nursing. Successful completion of a national certification exam for NP or graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program ....

Overview The nurse practitioner/physician assistant (APP) provides comprehensive direct patient care and scholarly practice including obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing complete physical examination, ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening, diagnosing illness, prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients, and providing health maintenance and promotion interventions such as patient and family education and counseling. Also, the APP assumes accountability for indirect care responsibilities, which support patient care including staff and student education, clinical research if applicable, program development, and quality improvement. Assists in clerical functions as necessary. Qualifications Education required: Completion of a Nurse Practitioner Masters of Science in Nursing or Physician Assistant Masters Program. Successful completion of a national certification exam for...

Overview Job Summary : The ambulatory pharmacist works to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical services within Huntsville Hospital clinics. Pharmacists will meet with eligible patients during in-clinic appointments to provide education about closed-loop care. The pharmacist is responsible for ensuring enrolled patients are successfully treating their specialty condition to ensure the patients lives are improved as measured by specific, objective metrics. The pharmacist partners closely with the ambulatory pharmacy technicians to understand patient issues, such as insurance claim results, general counseling needs, and adherence concerns, and assists in resolutions as needed. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Collaborates with providers and clinic staff as an embedded member of the clinical delivery team in the outpatient clinic where assigned.  Serves as a subject matter expert on the key...

Overview The nurse practitioner provides comprehensive direct patient care and scholarly practice including obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing complete physical examination, ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening, diagnosing illness, prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients, and providing health maintenance and promotion interventions such as patient and family education and counseling. Also, the NP assumes accountability for indirect care responsibilities, which support patient care including staff and student education, clinical research, program development, and quality improvement. Qualifications Education:   Completion of Nurse Practitioner Master's of Science in Nursing from an accredited college or university required. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner national certification preferred. License, Certification and/or Registration: Successful completion of a...

Overview Prepares the patient and/or patient’s family to transition from the hospital to the next appropriate care setting based on their individual needs.  Applies their understanding of medical conditions, insurance coverage and how physical/psychosocial may affect the patient once a patient leaves the medical setting to plan and initiate an individualized discharge plan.  Provide clinical information to payers and/or post-acute providers in order to obtain authorizations for hospitalized patients. Qualifications Education required : Bachelor of Social Work (unless MSW required for licensing) from an accredited institution Education preferred: Masters of Social Work from an accredited institution preferred Experience: 3+ years acute care hospital experience preferred License/Certificates: Licensed Medical Social Worker (i.e. LSW, LCSW, ACSW, etc) in Alabama OR Licensed in Alabama within 6 months of...

Overview The nurse practitioner provides comprehensive direct patient care and scholarly practice including obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing complete physical examination, ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening, diagnosing illness, prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients, and providing health maintenance and promotion interventions such as patient and family education and counseling. Additionally, the NP assumes accountability for indirect care responsibilities, which support patient care including staff and student education, clinical research, program development, and quality improvement. This role is a vital part in supporting family-centered care, improving clinical outcomes, and ensuring the highest standards of neonatal practice. Qualifications Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:   Education: Completion of Master's of Science in Nursing...

Overview The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides comprehensive direct patient care and scholarly practice including obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing complete physical examination, ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening, diagnosing illness, prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients, and providing health maintenance and promotion interventions such as patient and family education and counseling. Also, the APP assumes accountability for indirect care responsibilities, which support patient care including staff and student education, clinical research, program development, and quality improvement. Qualifications Education required: Completion of Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Master's of Science program from an accredited college or university License, certification and/or registration: Successful completion of a National Certification Exam for...

Overview Acts as a collaborative member of the clinic team in providing continuity of and quality patient care. Works directly with Physician and Administrator in delivering and maintaining patient care consistent with established policies and procedures. Assesses and provides appropriate intervention for the problems that patients and companies experience related to health care and treatment to include teaching, counseling, and supporting as needed. Qualifications Education required: High School Diploma/GED.  License, certification and registration: Completion of Certified Medical Assistant Program. BLS required by completion of Orientation period. Certified Federal Drug Screen Collector. Certified Breath Alcohol Technician. Experience: Minimum of one year medical experience in a clinic or hospital setting. Three years' experience in direct patient care preferred. Must be competent in taking vital signs, giving...

Overview The Manager of Patient Advocacy for Emergency Services is the liaison between patients and families. This position will lead the effort in responding to the needs of the patients/families/visitors and provide support to staff. The Patient Advocate (PA) will develop and distribute reports based on findings of their investigations and ensure that all feedback is logged appropriately into (RL6), complaint database. RL6 proficiency is a must. The PA will by physically located in the Emergency Department and function as part of the team. They will be proactive in following up on issues as they arrive and ensure patients and families are satisfied with the delivery of care. This role will enhance the timeliness of responding to complaints and quality of care issues. Additionally, the PA will help in improving communication and addressing wait times for service, procedures and results, moreover, assist with elopements, allegations of abuse by a staff member and...