Kaiser Permanente Jobshttp://kp.jobs2012-05-20 19:28:48.261584USAPanorama CityTitle: Ambulatory Care Dept Supervisor RN - PD Location: Panorama City, CA During one 8-hour shift, provides first-line operational supervision for assigned functional area of responsibility (e.g., MOB primary or specialty care department, urgent care, day/evening/night shift in emergency medicine department). Ensures that health care staff delivering ambulatory care/patient services provide high quality, accessible, cost-effective care, & patient-focused services to members that comply w/ KP standards as well as w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Within assigned area: implements, supervises/ monitors, & maintains clinical practice & quality management standards, budgets, & staff competencies/ development. Essential Functions: - In assigned area/function, supervises the operations and delivery of patient care services. - Ensures that staff provides highest quality of care which complies with the Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, federal/state/local requirements. - Establishes and maintains effective, collaborative relationships with physicians and other departments - Collaborates with nursing and other departments to resolve patient care issues, meet access demands, provide convenient hours of operation, improve the cost structure, and develop consistent policies and procedures. - Supervises and maintains patient care and quality service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations. - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Recommends and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Assists in developing and monitoring budgets and resource allocations and financial performance and identifies and recommends strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Supervises use and maintenance of equipment, supplies and medications. - Assists managers/ assistant managers in developing and maintaining the competency of all department staff. - Supervises and monitors the implementation of departmental polices and procedures which support the goals and business objectives of the department and organization. - Collaborates with physicians, department chief, and nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services and the day-to-day operations of the department. - Measuring and improving internal and external customer satisfaction. - Assists in managing and resolving human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: This is a repost of 134130 Basic Qualifications: - Usually two (2) - three (3)years of previous clinical nursing experience in outpatient care required. - Usually two (2) years of previous supervisory experience required. - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of experience in nursing or health care related field such as management. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Clinical specialization in area of practice (e.g., pediatrics) preferred. - Current California RN license required. - CPR certification required. - Demonstrated knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, federal regulations. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - Computer skills to include 10 Key KSPM, data entry, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Notes: - Will work days or evenings from 8am to 4:30pm or 4pm to 11pm.2012-05-19 20:04:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136384CAPanorama City, CA28819002http://kp.jobs/xml/28819002/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Research Assistant Location: Los Angeles, CA Support investigators and other project staff in conducting research studies by collecting, analyzing and reporting data. Works under general supervision. Final review required for each phase of assignment. Essential Functions: - Administer participant consent; answer questions regarding study purpose - Set up tracking tools and document procedures - Provide oral and written updates on data collection process and project status - Provide feedback on, and assist with piloting of, new data collection instruments - Orient and provide training to team members and/or clinical staff on specific project tasks. If assigned to clinical trial, may work with monitors at clinical sites - Adheres to compliance and privacy/ confidentiality requirements and standards - Adheres to GCP and compliance regulations for clinical trials - Responsible for reviewing own work to ensure data quality - Acquires and maintains knowledge of KP systems and databases - Resolves problems that arise during the completion of project tasks - May assist with tracking information for invoices Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in a health-related field preferred. - Previous experience in research setting, preferred health research. - Ability to identify and solve problems. - Team-focused, detailed and goal-driven with professional oral and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Assist the investigators and research staff in conduct of clinical trials and research projects primarily in Dermatology. - Provide organizational and technical skills in data collection, maintaining and reporting. - Collects data through interviews and chart reviews. - Obtains participant consent, answering questions about the trials. - Ensure data quality. - Set up tracking systems, develop forms and study materials to enhance compliance with study treatment or protocols. - Prepares and ship bio-specimens per protocol. - Supports subject protection and regulatory compliance in all aspects of trial conduct. - Acquire and maintain knowledge of KP on-line systems. - Familiarity with medical terminology. - Previous experience in a research environment and health research preferred. - Experience with PCs and data software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and EDC) preferred. Notes: - The Research Assistant position will be based in the Los Angeles Medical Center. - This position may also require travel to other sites within the larger Los Angeles area. - This is a conditional position with benefits; the duration of employment will be based on the availability of grant funds to support the position. - Upon completion of the initial grant-funded project, the employee may be assigned to other grant-funded projects if operationally feasible.2012-05-19 20:04:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136378CALos Angeles, CA28819001http://kp.jobs/xml/28819001/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Financial Project Manager Location: Pasadena, CA Provides project, service line or product line management, management consulting, and analytical decision support services or technical expertise for a broad array of financial and operational issues. Responsible for more complex multi-faceted projects and analyses across disciplines and functional areas. Assists in developing performance monitoring process and coordinating compilation, interpretation and presentation of monitoring information. Participates in the planning and development of regional, departmental and/or functional budgets. May be responsible for budget system completion, high level reviews and conducting area wide analyses for target development. Conducts or participates in the most complex projects where analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of factors. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Coordinates performance monitoring process with junior staff and participates in the development of forecasts. - Conducts financial analyses independently or leads a team, participating in the most complex projects. - Designs and builds financial models based on diverse financial sources, in order to make informed strategic decisions. - May direct the production of ad hoc and periodic reports for department, facility, and/or regional management. - Works to improve data quality processes and report design to meet diverse and changing needs for management reporting. - Participates in the planning and development of department and non-department budgets, budget system completion, high level reviews and conducts area wide analyses for target development. - Prepares understandable and defensible financial analyses of decision alternatives by utilizing spreadsheets and accessing various databases. - Oversees preparation of analyses for project teams, regional, departmental, and/or functional management and staff analysts. - Writes reports of recommendations and delivers formal presentations of analytic findings and suggested action steps to management and senior leaders. - Facilitates and participates in meetings and presentations. - Provides education and management consulting on the use and interpretation of analyses, reports, methodologies, and source data to managers/leaders. - Develops feasibility studies and business plans to support new lines of products and services. - Supports executive staff and committees in the development, analysis and communication of cost saving strategies and budgets and in the research of financial, operation and variance issues. - Assumes other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. - Complexity: Works independently; accountable to complete work assignments. - Span of Control: May provide project supervision to junior staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in finance related field and minimum six (6) years of related experience OR master's degree in related field and minimum four (4) years of related experience. - Extensive knowledge of several or all of the following: general finance theories and methodologies, discounted cash flow analysis, cost/benefit analysis, feasibility studies, large scale business planning, financial modeling and project management. - Expert proficiency in PC based word processing and spreadsheet applications, including advanced functions such as graphics, pivot tables, macros and database management. - Strong oral and written communication, presentation and facilitation skills and consulting skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Basic computer skills to include Word, Excel, Powerpoint & Access.2012-05-19 20:04:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136300CAPasadena, CA28819000http://kp.jobs/xml/28819000/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Nursing Dept Assistant Manager, RN Location: Anaheim, CA For one large unit or more than one smaller unit within a 24 hour department, supervises the implementation, delivery and evaluation/improvement of quality patient care/nursing operations and services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcomes measures, as well as with departmental, business and organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises the delivery of nursing services and patient care within one unit(s) which are integrated with business and department plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that unit(s) services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 or more employees or more than one smaller unit. - Ensures patient care and quality standards are met and comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures, utilization and clinical/performance standards and measures. - Supervises and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within the unit. - Supervises day-to-day activities of the unit(s); monitors quality service and utilization standards; supervises shift(s) activities and delivery of patient care. - Supervises unit(s) day- to- day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development and the delivery of patient care. - Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation and utilization of unit(s) personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works with health care providers outside of the unit(s) to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models developed in unit(s) or by other units. - Investigates and resolves patient/family/member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit(s) operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually 3-4 years) including 2 years of leadership experience. - BSN or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required or completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree within 2 years of hire. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current CPR certification required. - ACLS certification preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement and clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state and local regulatory requirements interpersonal and communication skills. Notes: - Rotating weekends2012-05-19 20:04:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136188CAAnaheim, CA28818996http://kp.jobs/xml/28818996/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Physical Therapist Location: San Diego, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the rehabilitation services Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluate patients and interpret evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establish treatment goals and plan treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. - Implement the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel; and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provide advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assess clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharge patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provide accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrate progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a Bachelors' or Masters' or Doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy OR foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice physical therapy by the state of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management partnership environment. PreferredQualifications: -Prefer physical therapist with manual therapy skills/ background -Understanding of various neuro-orthopedic protocols & pathways -Knowledge of /ability to employ manual therapy approaches such as: Maitland, McKenzie, Mulligan, Cyriax, etc. Notes: - Schedule (hours and days)varies -Position mayrequire weekend shift assignments in the IP/OP setting - Position may require travel to various PT locations in the San Diego Service Area - Position requires skill set to utilize computer based documentation system - Provide OP Physical Therapy evaluations and treatment at the various PT/OT facilities within the San Diego Service Area (Kearny Mesa, El Cajon, Otay Mesa, San Marcos, San Diego Medical Center and future San Diego Service Area locations). Responsibilities include oversight of support staff, both clinical and non-clinical, daily documentation, care planning, and treatment progression for neuro-orthopedic patient population.2012-05-19 20:04:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136246CASan Diego, CA28818999http://kp.jobs/xml/28818999/jobUSAEl CajonTitle: Physical Therapist Location: El Cajon, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the rehabilitation services Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluate patients and interpret evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establish treatment goals and plan treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. - Implement the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel; and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provide advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assess clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharge patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provide accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrate progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a Bachelors' or Masters' or Doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy OR foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice physical therapy by the state of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management partnership environment. PreferredQualifications: -Prefer physical therapist with manual therapy skills/ background -Understanding of various neuro-orthopedic protocols & pathways -Knowledge of /ability to employ manual therapy approaches such as: Maitland, McKenzie, Mulligan, Cyriax, etc. Notes: - Schedule (hours and days)varies -Position mayrequire weekend shift assignments in the IP/OP setting - Position may require travel to various PT locations in the San Diego Service Area - Position requires skill set to utilize computer based documentation system - Provide OP Physical Therapy evaluations and treatment at the various PT/OT facilities within the San Diego Service Area (Kearny Mesa, El Cajon, Otay Mesa, San Marcos, San Diego Medical Center and future San Diego Service Area locations). Responsibilities include oversight of support staff, both clinical and non-clinical, daily documentation, care planning, and treatment progression for neuro-orthopedic patient population.2012-05-19 20:04:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136240CAEl Cajon, CA28818997http://kp.jobs/xml/28818997/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Practice Specialist Location: Pasadena, CA Recognized content expert in area relevant to the work of the department. Oversees project work & staff on work related to area of expertise. Responsible for providing relevant content expertise to project leads & staff in support of project work. Builds & maintains key relationships with clients & departmental staff as appropriate. Acts as thought partner to project managers & provides expert advice on specific area of expertise. Provides leadership for the delivery high of quality & cost-effective consulting services/products to issues of key organizational importance. Essential Functions: - Effectively leads project team on work related to specific area of expertise. - Provides leadership for the design, development, and implementation of projects related to their area of expertise. - Manages the work of all project participants, including outside consultants and other department staff, when used. - Serves as a content expert for responsible area of expertise. - Provides assistance and advice to others in support of project work. - May provide expert consultation to multiple projects at any given time. - Effectively interfaces with clients to reach mutually acceptable agreements around project scope, objectives, deliverables, timeframes and outcomes. - Effectively facilitates interactions with clients and stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes. - Provides leadership and direction in accordance with the overall strategic direction of the department and organization. - Develops clear project plan that allows teams to achieve desired outcomes. - Monitors plan on an ongoing basis and proactively adjusts, as necessary, to resolve barriers and/or issues. - Oversees work to ensure high quality deliverables and adherence to timeframes and budget (when applicable). - Proactively identifies links between specialty work and broader organizational priorities and goals. - Identifies areas where specialty expertise may enhance work of department. - Effectively recognizes opportunities to enhance project work and/or achieve desired objectives by collaborating with staff outside their area of expertise and acts accordingly. - Contributes to a team environment that encourages collaboration, supports receiving and providing feedback and encourages participation from all levels of staff. - Adapts management style as appropriate to meet needs of a particular situation or team resulting in optimal performance. - Actively provides feedback to staff in support of individual staff development. - Encourages staff participation in non-project related activities that support culture and values of the department and individual development. - Models behavior that staff wants to emulate. - Communicates in a manner that is proactive, timely, influential, persuasive and effective resulting in mutually acceptable agreements. - Ensures that all communications produced under his/her direction are timely and of high quality. - Participates in the development and management of department staff through coaching, providing and encouraging feedback, consistent application of department policies and procedures, conducting project based performance reviews, and other departmental activities. - Participates in development of staff through the sharing of new techniques and problem solving approaches specific to their area of expertise. - Participates in the development and implementation of department-wide activities that support the culture and values of the department. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's or Master's Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Operations Research, Public Health, Health Administration or other related field preferred. - Typically at least five (5) or more years of experience in their field of expertise preferred. This may include but is not limited knowledge of care delivery, technical/analytic expertise, management engineering, planning, and research. - Experience in managing project staff including administration of departmental policies and guidelines, project based performance reviews and coaching. - Demonstrated expertise in a field of relevant to the work of the department. - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to lead professionals through influence and collaboration. - Knowledge of computer applications and knowledge of data systems. - Proven leadership skills in a matrix management environment that includes influencing, efficiency, collaboration, candor, and openness with a focus on results orientation. - Demonstrates ability to work with various partners including Medical Group and/or Labor Partners. - Demonstrated understanding and general knowledge of healthcare industry and health policy trends. - Knowledge of the operations and/or business of Kaiser Permanente preferred. - Kaiser Permanente knowledge preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - CPHQ certificate preferred. - RN license preferred. - Strong clinical background with emphasis in quality processes. - Medical Center operations experience. - Computer experience in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.2012-05-19 20:04:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136251CAPasadena, CA28818998http://kp.jobs/xml/28818998/jobUSAMoreno ValleyTitle: Staff RN (Hospital) - MV Location: Moreno Valley, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance w/ established standards of care, policies, & procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent w/ the Medical Center Vision, Mission, & Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality & effectiveness in work habits & clinical practice; & treats co-workers, patients, families, & all members of the health care team w/ dignity & respect. Essential Functions: - The RN demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, & behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, & functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license, ACLS & BLS certificate - One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in a Critical Care, DOU or SDU setting, or must have successfully completed a KP or equivalent Critical Care, DOU or SDU course (as unit appropriate) within prior twelve (12) months. - Basic Arrhythmia course required. - Ventilator trainingrequired. Current Notes: - Rotating weekends2012-05-19 20:04:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134998CAMoreno Valley, CA28818987http://kp.jobs/xml/28818987/jobUSAMoreno ValleyTitle: Staff RN (Hospital) - MV Location: Moreno Valley, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance w/ established standards of care, policies, & procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent w/ the Medical Center Vision, Mission, & Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality & effectiveness in work habits & clinical practice; & treats co-workers, patients, families, & all members of the health care team w/ dignity & respect. Essential Functions: - The RN demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, & behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, & functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license, ACLS & BLS certificate - One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in a Critical Care, DOU or SDU setting, or must have successfully completed a KP or equivalent Critical Care, DOU or SDU course (as unit appropriate) within prior twelve (12) months. - Basic Arrhythmia course required. - Ventilator trainingrequired. Current Notes: - Rotating weekends2012-05-19 20:04:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135013CAMoreno Valley, CA28818988http://kp.jobs/xml/28818988/jobUSARiversideTitle: LVN - Outpatient - (Bilingual) Location: Riverside, CA Provides nursing care to patients under the direction of a RN, utilizes observational skills to assess nursing intervention & assists medical staff to insure optimal patient care within established policies, procedures & standards. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, & co-workers; shows courtesy, compassion, & respect; conforms to the critical service standards established for the department & the medical group - Provides therapeutic patient care in accordance w/ the patients established by the physician & a RN within scope of practice - Transcribes physician's orders as directed by policy - Communicates directly w/ RN to institute changes in plan of care; assists w/ & contributes to development of nursing care - Give specified medication orally, hypodermically, intramuscularly & topically - Executes treatments such as urinary catheterizations, bladder irrigations & installations, suctioning procedures, throat irrigations & enemas & utilizing equipment as required - Performs related patient care functions such as taking temperature, pulse, respiration & blood pressure readings; applying & removing dressings; may instruct patient in various self-administered treatments or procedures; obtains specimens; assures correct culture collection - Assists physician or other medical staff personnel w/ examinations & treatments by selecting & passing instruments, providing support & restraint to patient, draping & other assistance as directed or required - Within scope, evaluates patient's condition by observing signs, symptoms, & reactions to therapy, to identify unexpected and/or significant findings, initiates appropriate emergency procedures as necessary & reports unusual conditions to the RN as established by policy & procedure in a timely manner; maintains intravenous flow rate, notifies RN of any problems & discontinues needles, except intra-cath & CVP lines - Identifies learning barriers - Documents patient signs, symptoms, observations & therapeutic treatments to patient's medical record - Ensures cleanliness of nursing module, patient room, & environment & proper functioning of patient care equipment by visual inspection, routine testing, & other related methods - Provides a safe & therapeutic environment for patients & staff - Utilizes effective verbal & non-verbal forms of communication - Performs in other areas or units to which assigned as required by nursing administration to provide & maintain the established standards of care & safety - Participates in staff meetings & inservice programs - Assists in ordering & distribution of module supplies & equipment - Accepts verbal & teleph1 orders from physician - Administers pulse oximetry, humidification therapy, spirometer, oxygen therapy via mask or nasal cannula, oral, nasal & trach suctioning & sputum induction - Promotes, ensures, & improves customer service to internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent w/ the organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations & quality service - Performs other related duties as required - Age Related Competencies: - Skills assessments & validations are utilized to ensure that employees providing patient care to specific age groups (i.e. infants, adolescents, elderly, etc) are proficient in identifying the special needs & behaviors associated w/ a particular patient population - Assume other activities & responsibilities from time to time as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required - Current LVN license and BCLS certification. - Six (6) months recent medical office or acute care LVN experience - Extraordinary customer relations & quality service are critical to our success - We seek candidates who can demonstrate these skills and are dedicated to providing the highest quality of service to our health plan members PreferredQualifications: - Assists providers to manage in-basket folders in KP Health Connect - Provides ancillary support with the patient care - Able to provide physician's direct instructions to members and document appropriately in the patient's medical record - Effective communication/interpersonal skills - Health Connecttrained - Personal computer skills Notes: - This is an On-Call position, days and hours will vary - Will work rotating weekends - Required knowledge of injectable and oral medication given in Family Medicine and Pediatrics - Must pass the Bilingual assessment test2012-05-19 20:04:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135035CARiverside, CA28818989http://kp.jobs/xml/28818989/jobUSARiversideTitle: SP Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Riverside, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS certification - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute hospital OR, circulating on a variety of surgical procedures or completion of a KP or approved equivalent OR course within prior 12 months. - Ability to scrub as required. - The ability to take call within a 30 minute response time. PreferredQualifications: - CNOR certification2012-05-19 20:04:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135090CARiverside, CA28818990http://kp.jobs/xml/28818990/jobUSAPalm DesertTitle: LVN - Outpatient Location: Palm Desert, CA Provides nursing care to patients under the direction of a RN, utilizes observational skills to assess nursing intervention & assists medical staff to insure optimal patient care within established policies, procedures & standards. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, & co-workers; shows courtesy, compassion, & respect; conforms to the critical service standards established for the department & the medical group - Provides therapeutic patient care in accordance w/ the patients established by the physician & a RN within scope of practice - Transcribes physician's orders as directed by policy - Communicates directly w/ RN to institute changes in plan of care; assists w/ & contributes to development of nursing care - Give specified medication orally, hypodermically, intramuscularly & topically - Executes treatments such as urinary catheterizations, bladder irrigations & installations, suctioning procedures, throat irrigations & enemas & utilizing equipment as required - Performs related patient care functions such as taking temperature, pulse, respiration & blood pressure readings; applying & removing dressings; may instruct patient in various self-administered treatments or procedures; obtains specimens; assures correct culture collection - Assists physician or other medical staff personnel w/ examinations & treatments by selecting & passing instruments, providing support & restraint to patient, draping & other assistance as directed or required - Within scope, evaluates patient's condition by observing signs, symptoms, & reactions to therapy, to identify unexpected and/or significant findings, initiates appropriate emergency procedures as necessary & reports unusual conditions to the RN as established by policy & procedure in a timely manner; maintains intravenous flow rate, notifies RN of any problems & discontinues needles, except intra-cath & CVP lines - Identifies learning barriers - Documents patient signs, symptoms, observations & therapeutic treatments to patient's medical record - Ensures cleanliness of nursing module, patient room, & environment & proper functioning of patient care equipment by visual inspection, routine testing, & other related methods - Provides a safe & therapeutic environment for patients & staff - Utilizes effective verbal & non-verbal forms of communication - Performs in other areas or units to which assigned as required by nursing administration to provide & maintain the established standards of care & safety - Participates in staff meetings & inservice programs - Assists in ordering & distribution of module supplies & equipment - Accepts verbal & teleph1 orders from physician - Administers pulse oximetry, humidification therapy, spirometer, oxygen therapy via mask or nasal cannula, oral, nasal & trach suctioning & sputum induction - Promotes, ensures, & improves customer service to internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent w/ the organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations & quality service - Performs other related duties as required - Age Related Competencies: - Skills assessments & validations are utilized to ensure that employees providing patient care to specific age groups (i.e. infants, adolescents, elderly, etc) are proficient in identifying the special needs & behaviors associated w/ a particular patient population - Assume other activities & responsibilities from time to time as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current LVN license. BCLS Certification. - Six (6) months recent medical office or acute care LVN experience - Extraordinary customer relations & quality service are critical to our success - We seek candidates who can demonstrate these skillsand are dedicated to providing the highest quality of service to our health plan members Notes: - This is a temporary position for approximately 90 days. - May float to other department within the Kaiser MOBs in the Lower Desert area.2012-05-19 20:04:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135091CAPalm Desert, CA28818991http://kp.jobs/xml/28818991/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in L & D or completion of KP L&D course or approved equivalent (which includes basic fetal monitoring and NRP) within prior 12 months. - Current NRP & ACLS card required. - Successful completion of AWHONN advanced fetal monitoring course since 2006. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. - Ability to scrub and circulate as required. Preferred Qualifications: - AA Degree in Nursing - Fetal Heart Monitoring Notes: - Rotating Weekends - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 am - 7:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm.2012-05-19 20:04:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135169CALos Angeles, CA28818992http://kp.jobs/xml/28818992/jobUSADowneyTitle: Lvl III Staff RN - Clinic Location: Downey, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: This is a repost of 131605 Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute hospital OR, or Surgicenter, circulating on a variety of surgical procedures or completion of a KP or approved equivalent OR course within prior twelve (12) months. - Ability to scrub as required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Notes: - Will include weekends and holidays -Schedulework hoursbetween 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM2012-05-19 20:04:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135172CADowney, CA28818993http://kp.jobs/xml/28818993/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Home Health RN/PHN - Fontana - Per Diem 2pm-10pm Location: Fontana, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS. - One (1)-year recent (within past three 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in a licensed Home Health and/or Hospice agency as an RN/PHN. - Current California Driver's License and a clear driving record for the past two (2)years. - Proof of automobile insurance as required by law.2012-05-19 20:04:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135217CAFontana, CA28818994http://kp.jobs/xml/28818994/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Population Management Support Coordinator Location: Los Angeles, CA Identify, track, & contact patients for the purpose of achieving out reach program goals & achievements associated w/ improving the quality of care. Maintain records, statistics, & data bases associated w/ local, regional program goals & regulatory requirements. Under the direction of & in collaboration w/ other health care professionals assist patients in identifying & using resources that improve quality of care. Essential Functions: - Under direct supervision, track patient populations to obtain statistical information related to specific program goals associated with health care management & assure that patient records are updated - Obtain from patients health care information, record data, maintain care management data bases, & generate reports relating to specific care management programs - Using established measures & criteria to identify patients within specific care programs - Under direct supervision & using established formats, develops letters, forms & other media required to educate & retrieve information from patients associated w/ specific care programs - Notify enrolled members in care management & health care classes & track attendance - Distribute educational materials - Contact patients by phone & correspondence in following up patient compliance w/ medication use, physician visits & reinforcing self care management skills - Support Physicians by generating annual screening, utilization, compliance, & other reports associated w/ care management & program performance - Under direct supervision uses data bases & reports to ensure patient conformity to specific care programs & regulatory compliance - Acts as a liaison between patient community & other Kaiser resources - Makes recommendations for patient referrals when necessitated by non-compliance to treatment regimens or otherwise necessitated to achieve program or regulatory compliance - Perform other related duties as may be assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) years of progressively responsible health care experience, preferred - Bachelors degree in Health Care, LVN, other similar course(s) of study preferred, or four (4) years of equivalent experience - Excellent customer service, verbal & writing skills, sufficient to author correspondence with minimal supervision - Fluency in the typical office software applications such as Word, Excel, Access, Power Point at a level sufficient to build data tables & develop queries Preferred Qualifications: - Excellent written and verbal skills - Strong Critical thinking and analytical skills - Excellent interpersonal communication skills - Flexible and able to work independently - Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.) - Masters in Public Health, Masters in Health Administration - Typing 40 WPM Notes: - Day Shift (start time may vary b/w 7:00 am-1:59 pm; typically start 9 am).2012-05-19 20:04:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135411CALos Angeles, CA28818995http://kp.jobs/xml/28818995/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Operating Engineer - Plant Location: Irvine, CA Under general supervision, the Operating Engineer performs a variety of routine or skilled preventive maintenance duties in the repair, alteration, & modification of buildings, equipment & facilities. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws. - Inspects equipment & facilities for proper operation & working condition; maintains routine records & determines type & extent of any malfunction of equipment and, as necessary; adjusts, disassembles & repairs or replaces parts or components, reassembles & tests for proper operation. - Reports more serious problems to Chief Engineer for instructions or maintenance scheduling. - May attend to gas fired steam boilers, hot water boilers & heaters; may make necessary adjustments to assure proper steam pressure, combustion, water flow, water level & proper operation of safety devices & auxiliary equipment. - Tests boiler water & adds chemicals as necessary. - May service & make repairs to heating, air conditioning & refrigeration equipment including fans, motors, radiators, thermostats, dampers & regulating controls; replaces filters & fluids as necessary; & maintains routine records of repairs. - Performs a variety of general semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, alteration & repairs to machinery, equipment or facilities as assigned or in accordance w/ basic skills & abilities, & standard procedures, diagrams or manufacturer instructions, i.e., performs routine electrical maintenance, replacement or alteration of circuit wiring, switches, control equipment & mechanisms, motors, transformers, relays, generators, appliances, fixtures, alarms, communication equipment, etc. - Performs general mechanical maintenance of hospital & clinic equipment, kitchen equipment, office machines & equipment, etc. - Normally excludes specialized & highly technical x-ray & surgical equipment requiring specific training, experience & materials. - Performs general plumbing maintenance - maintain, repair & make alterations to steam, gas, water, air, & sanitary plumbing pipes & fixtures. - Bend, cut, ream & thread pipe, wipe joints, test joints & pipe systems for leaks - Repair leaks & clear drain stoppages. - General welding - cutting, joining metals not requiring critical test tolerance or certification. - Performs a variety of routine maintenance duties such as repair & assemble extension cords, replace fuses, fluorescent ballast's & tubes, clean & lubricate motors & other machinery. - Clean sink & grease traps, replace & re-pack valves, assemble equipment, repair drape pull mechanisms & related items. - Performs a variety of routine manual duties as required, such as moving supplies, furniture, equipment, removing trash, scrap material, & replacing light bulbs, etc. - Establishes & maintains courteous, cooperative relations when interacting w/ other personnel, Health Plan members & the public. - Performs other related duties as required. - Assume other activities & responsibilities from time to time as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience with in the last year in Building Plant Operations and Maintenance. - Associate of Arts degree in Engineering or technical disciplines in Plant Operations, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, or equivalent. - Unlimited Stationary Engineers' license (LA City) or comparable license issued by legally constituted municipality in which a facility is located. - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigeration License, 608 or must be obtained within 6 months of hire. - Valid CA Drivers License. - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of equipment, controls, & building automation maintenance. - Ability to read & interpret blue prints, schematic drawings & technical manuals. - The Employer reserves the right to review & modify these requirements during the term of the agreement pursuant to paragraphs 1819 & 2101 in the Labor Agreement.2012-05-19 20:04:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134468CAIrvine, CA28818986http://kp.jobs/xml/28818986/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Diag Imag Tech-Mammo I-PD Location: Bellflower, CA Under general supervision, operates dedicated and specialized mammography radiographic equipment; formulates/calculates techniques and positions patients to produce diagnostic images of normal and abnormal human breast and associated tissue and related unusual changes for the use by physicians in making medical diagnoses. Within established/recognized scope of practice, uses independent judgment in critiquing radiographs and images, recognizing normal from abnormal tissue and taking additional required views such as magnification. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws - Operates dedicated and complex mammography equipment in a patient care setting for the purpose of obtaining definitive diagnosis for positive findings on a mammogram - Selects correct technical factors relative to the requirements of the study and the patient's age, body habitus and pathology - Consistently processes radiographic images properly, utilizing automated equipment - Critiques image and makes necessary adjustments in technical factors, patient positioning, etc - Demonstrates knowledge of, and consistently uses, proper sterile techniques, and/or proper infection control technique - Conducts a patient interview to attain full understanding of procedure and ultimately obtaining consent of the patient - Assists with orientation and training of students and other Radiologic Technologists in all aspects of positioning, compression, exposure factors, film processing and quality assurance/control - Positions patients for mammography images - Accurately position patients including those with implants, taking into consideration body habitus and location of lesion - Utilizes and selects precise positioning techniques involved with additional/special views such as magnification, compression relative to the patient's condition or findings seen on images - Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of, and ability to perform required mammography Q.C. for mammography according to the requirements of the State of California and Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) - Performs accurate calibration of mammographic equipment - Observes Regional and department safety policies - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and provides the care needed in accordance with department policy - Adjusts technical factors relative to the requirements of the study - Modifies patient positioning techniques relative to the patient's physical and cognitive abilities with special consideration to the nature of the procedure and the patient's ability and willingness to cooperate under the tense circumstances - To the extent possible, positions patients in such a way as to avoid as much discomfort as possible - Stays in continual contact with any disoriented or confused patient - Exercises clinical judgment within the scope of practice - Consults with the radiologist or other clinician for purposes of clarifying orders and questionable images/structure. - Selects alternate or additional views appropriately relative to the patient's condition or findings seen on the images. Qualifications: Pay Grade: 26 Basic Qualifications: - One (1) - two (2) years of full-time experience as a Radiologic Technologist including the performance of routine mammographic examinations/procedures in an acute care medical center, outpatient breast center or other FDA-certified facility - Graduation from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology - Associate degree in Radiologic Technology, preferred - Valid and current certification in Mammography issued by the California State Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch - Valid and current certification as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Health Services - Valid and current Registration as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - American Heart Association approved BLS - Evidence of passing the advanced certification examination in Mammography issued by the ARRT, preferred - Female Technologist required - Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge, principles and practices of radiologic, mammographic techniques, breast structures, anatomy, composition and pathology. - Demonstrated ability to perform Quality Control/Assurance functions required for mammography as specified by the State of California and Mammography Quality Standards Act. - Maintain compliance with all current organizational, state and federal regulations pertaining to required number and types of mammographic examinations to be performed within a specified time period; compliance with all required Continuing Education Units (CEUs) in Mammography. PreferredQualifications: - Fluoroscopy certification - Operates mammography and radiographic digital and film processing equipment. - Knowledgeable about MQSA and ACR requirements - Will routinely perform screening, diagnostic mammograms and routine diagnostic x-ray exams - Computer knowledge of Radiology Information System (RIS), PenRad and Health Connect Notes: - This is an On-Call position, days and hours may vary - May be required to rotate weekends and take stand-by call - Will be required to travel to Medical Offices within the Downey service area2012-05-19 20:04:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133965CABellflower, CA28818985http://kp.jobs/xml/28818985/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic - Bilingual Preferred - Delano Location: Bakersfield, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II. Notes: - Physical Work Location is in Delano, CA.2012-05-19 20:04:21United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133261CABakersfield, CA28818983http://kp.jobs/xml/28818983/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Appointment Clerk Location: Woodland Hills, CA This position provides high level member assistance by scheduling various appointments requested, transferring calls appropriately, composing messages, and providing general information. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Operates in a high volume, highly structured call center environment by responding to incoming calls. - Determines the type of appointment requested or needed, reviews scheduling mix of various physicians/providers, and them makes appointment utilizing appropriate guidelines. - Prioritizes member needs and offers alternatives to members when appropriate. - Utilizes superior customer service skills to provide service to members when diffusing difficult member encounters. - Uses tact and diplomacy in handling difficult interactions with members. - Determine if calls are urgent or emergent by listening to the member, following established guidelines, and then transferring the call to a Registered Nurse when appropriate. - Composes messages for physician/providers, Registered Nurses or other medical staff based on member requests. - Responds in a courteous and professional manner to general questions, using on-line databases to provide information to any member or other personnel calling the center. - Identifies ways to improve quality of service to members and recommends steps used to accomplish these changes. - Must perform all of the above duties while meeting established standard of performance for quality and productivity. - Performs clerical duties which may include assigning new members a primary care physician, processing self-referral requests, calling patients and booking appointment for specialty appointments, calling members to cancel and reschedule appointments. Principle Job Duties and Skills: - Answer incoming calls. - Determine type of appointment needed, determine appointment availability and schedule appointments. - Prioritize member's need and offer alternatives to member when appropriate. - Determine if calls are urgent or emergent and refer to RNs as appropriate following established guidelines. - Compose messages to providers or other medical staff based on member requests. - Utilize databases to give information to members and other callers as requested. - Refer members to eligibility department as appropriate. - Notify members of appointment/scheduling changes by telephone as directed. - Schedule, reschedule and/or verify appointments. - Answer member inquiries. - Contact appropriate department to obtain medical record numbers of new enrollees. - Assist in resolving problems related to duplicate medical record numbers. - Initiate change of physician requests. - Initiate change forms for corrected medical record numbers. - Verify and update member demographics. - Perform on-line inquiry functions. - Perform data retrieval of computerized data. - Record and maintain activity logs. - Clear paper jams and other routine maintenance of printers/copiers. - Recommend procedure changes. - Train and orient new or less experienced personnel. - Serve as resource persons to co-workers and assist in problem solving. - Perform other activities and duties as directed. - Initiate telephone calls to physicians or other medical office staff when indicated to assist members. - Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed Qualifications: Pay Grade: 13 Basic Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent. - A minimum ofone (1) year of customer service experience in a service related industry, preferably healthcare. - Effective telephone communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills. - Must obtain passing score on Customer Care Simulation assessment (in lieu of typing test). - The Customer Care Simulation assessment score must be current within one (1) year (contact Local HR Office for testing). - Must be able to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing - In addition for external hires only - - Must complete Business Writing Skills Assessment - Must complete Service Orientation Assessment Notes: - This is an On-Call position, hours will vary between 7:00 am - 7:00 pm.2012-05-19 20:04:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130168CAWoodland Hills, CA28818982http://kp.jobs/xml/28818982/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Research Assistant Location: Harbor City, CA Support investigators and other project staff in conducting research studies by collecting, analyzing and reporting data. Works under general supervision. Final review required for each phase of assignment. Essential Functions: - Administer participant consent; answer questions regarding study purpose - Set up tracking tools and document procedures - Provide oral and written updates on data collection process and project status - Provide feedback on, and assist with piloting of, new data collection instruments - Orient and provide training to team members and/or clinical staff on specific project tasks. If assigned to clinical trial, may work with monitors at clinical sites - Adheres to compliance and privacy/ confidentiality requirements and standards - Adheres to GCP and compliance regulations for clinical trials - Responsible for reviewing own work to ensure data quality - Acquires and maintains knowledge of KP systems and databases - Resolves problems that arise during the completion of project tasks - May assist with tracking information for invoices Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in research setting, preferred health research - Associate's degree or equivalent experience in a health-related field - Bachelor's degree in a health-related field preferred - Ability to identify and solve problems - Team-focused, detailed and goal-driven with professional oral and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications: - Direct patient interaction and ability to take tibia/ulna measurements & other duties for research. Notes: - The Research Assistant is a conditional position. - The duration of employment will be based on the availability of grant funds to support the position. - Upon completion of the initial grant funded project, the employee may be assigned to other grant funded projects if operationally feasible. - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need. - Work hours will vary between 8:30 am - 5:30 pm2012-05-19 20:04:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127477CAHarbor City, CA28818981http://kp.jobs/xml/28818981/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Staff RN - Hospital Location: Bellflower, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. - Basic Arrhythmia course required. Preferred Qualifications: - EKG - ACLS - One (1) year acute yeartelemetry experience. Notes: - Rotating Weekends. - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:15 am - 7:45 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:15 pm - 11:45 pm.2012-05-19 20:04:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia124525CABellflower, CA28818980http://kp.jobs/xml/28818980/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr. Administrative Assistant IV - Oakland, CA Location: Oakland, CA Provides administrative and operational clerical support to department managers and/or staff. Responsibilities include answering phones and relaying messages/information to both departmental staff and callers; scheduling/calendaring meetings and conferences; main and or develop manual/automated filing systems; ordering/stocking office supplies; opening/sorting mail. Types/proofreads/composes correspondence; creates graphs and presentations; researches as needed. Essential Functions: Provide advanced administrative and business operations support to vice president, executive director and staff. Responsibilities include however, are not limited to: Managing multiple calendars Managing email for leaders Type/proofread/compose email correspondence Participate in functional team meetings; coordinate logistics and act as scribe Create graphs and pivot tables via excel Research issues as needed; propose comprehensive solutions Lead green initiatives for the administrative team Facilitate webex meetings including managing invites/rsvp's Report time for multiple functional areas Must have advanced power point skills in order to develop routine to complex presentations including graphics, sound and animation Coordinate small to large conferences Develop and/or maintain filing systems Order/stock office supplies Open, sort and distribute mail On/Off board employees Procure hardware/software for staff Manage org chart, phone list and distribution changes for respective teams Well versed in KP policies and procedures Ability to work well in a team environment Ability to prioritize and balance workload while meeting priorities Ability to produce quality results in an extremely fast paced environment with ever changing priorities Ability to navigate all aspects of the Share Point data repositiory Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically seven (7) plus years of administrative assistant experience supporting at the department head or executive level, or related experience - High school diploma, GED or related experience - BA/BS preferred - As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in creative and effective ways - Ability to learn and apply an advanced understanding of the organization and its functional policies and processes - Ability to manage dynamic calendars for management including event planning with external vendors - Advanced writing skills to compose more difficult, detailed correspondence and to recommend updates to department documents as needed - Intermediate to advanced knowledge of two (2) or more of Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Access, depending upon department or business needs. - Working knowledge of Lotus Notes email platform and office equipment (fax, phone, copier, etc.) - Requires ability to learn and apply an advanced understanding of a large, complex organization and its customers KP experience a plus2012-05-19 20:04:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136467CAOakland, CA28818976http://kp.jobs/xml/28818976/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting Medicare Finance Location: Oakland, CA The Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting for Kaiser Permanente's National Medicare Finance (NMF) will report to the NMF Controller and will lead the overall accounting and financial reporting of the Program's Medicare Revenue. He or she will direct the work of the NMF Accounting and NMF Payment Analysis, Research and Resolution (PARR) teams. Duties will include engaging with NMF partners to ensure accurate Medicare revenue reporting, ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and Model Audit Rule (MAR), overseeing the analysis of monthly Medicare payments, and resolving payment issues. Essential Functions: -Direct the preparation, analysis and review of monthly Medicare revenue accruals and reserves for program-wide revenues of $12 billion for over 1 million Kaiser Medicare members - Manage the month-end close process to ensure NMF Medicare financial reporting is completed timely and accurately - Communicate financial results to NMF, Regional and Program Office financial leaders - Oversee the Medicare payment analysis and resolution processes - Identify and communicate risks and opportunities to NMF, Regional and Program Office financial leaders - Implement and oversee SOX and MAR compliant work processes and internal controls - Oversee the development, implementation and update of NMF Accounting and PARR policies and procedures - Manage internal and external financial audits including preparation and review of documentation and timely response to audit requests - Participate actively as a part of the NMF Management team in pursuing initiatives as they pertain to people, leaders, partners and financial performance that provide value to KP members and the communities we serve - Participate in NMF, regional, Program and Medicare business line initiatives including system implementations - Manage team of 2 managers and 11 staff in multiple locations - Hire, train, coach and manage staff and evaluate performance Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) to eight (8) years of management experience and ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of related experience. - Four (4) year degree in related field. -Requires expert knowledge of own area of functional responsibility and advanced knowledge of multiple related functions. -Demonstrated business acumen, problem solving and decision making skills -Strong analytic skills -Excellent written and oral communication skills PreferredExperience: -Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance -CPA or CMA -Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) reporting requirements -Familiar with the requirements of SOX and Model Audit Rule guidelines and programs -Demonstrated ability to lead financial reporting and financial variance analysis -Leadership skills and experience in managing goals through collaboration and teamwork -Experience with staff coaching and development -MBA -Experience in a health plan, healthcare system, multi-service provider setting, or public accounting firm -Thorough knowledge of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) reimbursement for Medicare Advantage, Part D, HMO and Hospital Cost Report, and Meaningful Use of ElectronicHealth Records programs2012-05-19 20:04:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136576CAOakland, CA28818977http://kp.jobs/xml/28818977/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Manager, Workforce Information Location: Oakland, CA The position of Manager, Workforce Information Account Management and Consulting is a key strategy role for Human Resources. This role is responsible to ensure that Kaiser Permanente has the appropriate workforce information and insight to meet both current and future business requirements. Timely and reliable workforce information is critical to core leadership and management decisions at KP as one of KP's five core Strategic Imperatives, 'Enabling Performance Through People'. As a people business, our key asset is the workforce, and information to manage this asset can help drive business success. Essential Functions: -Workforce Information Consulting: Partner with assigned HR Business partners (region or function) to identify the key challenges around workforce information in their particular area of responsibility, analyze the business need and offer holistic solutions, including business process, best practices and guidance around interpretation of information. Works internally with the Workforce Information Data fulfillment and Solutions group to support their assigned HR Business partner(s). Evaluates and studies program wide Workforce metrics and KPI's, collaborates with Workforce Planning team(s); identifies gaps and risks, and brings it to leadership attention. May manage additional Workforce Information consultants in the future, as we expand the partnership program. -Workforce Information strategy: Supports the development of a workforce information strategy, business process, metrics, tools, and resources. Supports the development of national processes and helps to sustain these processes, tools, and resources across Kaiser Permanente - Solutions Adoption: Increases user adoption of Workforce Analytics that is in place, and plans for adoption of future functionality. Identifies opportunities for improvement, makes associated recommendations and implements as appropriate. Measures, monitors, and reports on progress of solutions adoption, with the goal of increasing Direct Access to Workforce Information. -Workforce Information Community Of Practice: Responsible for building and managing partner relationship with the extended Workforce Information community in Regions, National Business Units, and National Functions. In addition participates as a key member and contributor to forums involving Workforce Information at a national level. Acts as deputy leader for an ongoing community practice of workforce information leaders which may include executive leaders across Kaiser Permanente, with the goal of sharing and leveraging best practices across the organization. -Workforce Information steward: Act as a subject matter expert for matters regarding Workforce Information at Kaiser Permanente. Studies trends for KP's key Workforce metrics, identifies gaps and risks, and brings it to the appropriate leader's attention, enabling them to take action. Identifies industry best practices and best in class companies exhibiting Workforce Analytics and Planning functions, educates KP community and leadership on the findings, and integrates into the overall workforce information strategy. -5% travel required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Marketing, or other related field. -8-10 years of direct experience in business strategy consulting, workforce forecasting, operations analysis, data mining and modeling, product management, or related subject matter -At least 1 year of direct or indirect staff management experience. -At least 1 year of experience leading and managing project teams. -Strong consultative and research skills. -Strong business acumen (KP) and analytical strengths is a key for this role. -Experience developing and maintaining client / business partner relationships. -Strong knowledge of HR business processes and technology applications. -Ability to articulate how key external trends may impact internal direction and programs. -Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. -Strong facilitation and influencing skills. -Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including development of strategic presentations. Expertise in a variety of workforce information-related tools and methodology. Must be familiar with using management dashboards to communicate results. Preferred Qualifications: -Highly desirable that candidate has strong knowledge and experience working with KP Regions, National Functions and HR Business functions (Benefits, Recruiting, Learning, HRSC, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to work with supervisory management at the regional and national level of an organization. -Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications and developing presentations for middle management audiences.2012-05-19 20:04:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136637CAOakland, CA28818978http://kp.jobs/xml/28818978/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Operations Coordinator (120259) - Temporary Location: Santa Clara, CA Provides the analytical support needed for a department to examine how it should allocate its physician and other provider resources across the entire spectrum of services and care that a department must provide to its patients. Generates reports and recommends possible solutions to the Chief and Physician Unit Leaders on how to distribute provider resources to meet appointment accessibility targets, surgical access targets and hospital coverage issues while still staying in budget. Essential Functions: - Coordinates the overall analysis of how provider resources are allocated in the department to ensure that the department meets its performance targets in the areas of access, physician linkage, budget, and hospital coverage. Collects and analyzes data, reviews results with Chief and Physician Unit Leaders, and assists with implementation efforts. 50%. - Maintains and produces management reports to include appointment utilization reports, provider productivity reports, physician empanelment reports, and budgetary impact reports for functional unit, department, facility and/or regional management. Designs and produces ad hoc reports to meet specific client needs. Works to improve data quality, collection processes and report design to meet diverse and changing needs. 40%. - Provides ongoing user education and consulting on the use and interpretation of analyses, reports, methodologies, and source data. 10%. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience working directly with management personnel (including physicians). - Previous experience working in a health care environment. - Associates degree or equivalent experience required. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, health administration or related field preferred. - Familiarity with appointment supply concepts. - Familiarity with mainframe patient information systems and computer software. - Solid analytical skills, problem solving, and critical thinking. - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Excellent customer service skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Expected length of employment: Up to 90 days.2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136056CASanta Clara, CA28818933http://kp.jobs/xml/28818933/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Sr Research Asst Location: Sacramento, CA Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants. Recruits and consents study participants. Assists in training new study staff in study protocols and provides instruction to study participants. Uses computer software to provide basic data management and generate reports. Essential Functions: - Assists in training new study staff in protocols and implementation of study goals/objectives - Provides instruction to participants to teach them how to perform specific study protocols - Prepares computer-generated reports, including statistical tables - Answers participants' and providers' questions - Screens and recruits participants; obtains consent - Schedules examination appointments for study participants - Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants and providers - Reviews questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; and codes open-ended questions. - Assists with all aspects of mailed surveys - Monitors participant's progress (e.g., blood pressure, exercise, response to questionnaires, tracking, etc) - Provides basic data management using database software - Maintains all pertinent project records and files - Transcribes data from records to forms Secondary Functions: -Perform Anthropometric Body measurements on Women and Infants Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year experience in a research/health care environment required - Previous interviewing experience required - Experience in editing/coding questionnaires required - Experience and knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing and database software, required - Associate's degree or equivalent experience required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred - Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience in field - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; telephone skills required - Familiar with medical terminology - Must be able to work in Labor and Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: -Bilingual Spanish-English -Knowledge of Diabetes or experience in pediatric research ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for1 year(s) work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding++2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136090CASacramento, CA28818934http://kp.jobs/xml/28818934/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Manager of Volunteer Services SA Location: San Jose, CA Leads the planning, development, and integration of volunteer programs in accordance with the mission and goals across the Area. Manages staff and ensures they are in compliance with federal, state, local, and union regulations. Essential Functions: - Identifies new opportunities for volunteer assistance and negotiates the expanded volunteer roles throughout the Area. - Ensures the staff is in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements and does not perform any bargaining unit work. - In conjunction with KFH/P and TPMG leaders, managers, and supervisors, develops Area volunteer strategies, goals, and objectives. - Works with the community to develop and expand volunteer programs (e.g., pastoral care programs) which benefit both the community and Kaiser Permanente. - Develops additional revenue opportunities within the Area. - Continues to increase gift shop revenues, by introducing new items which better meet the customer's needs. - Oversees the volunteer services revenue centers (collection and disbursement). - Ensures Volunteer Coordinators and their staff provide a consistent and high quality volunteer programs. - Develops training programs for volunteers which meet or exceed regulatory requirements. - Manages the Volunteer Coordinators who are responsible for 800 - 1200 volunteers within the Area. - Develops and manages partnerships with local high schools and colleges. - Creates and manages new volunteer programs across the Area. - Liaison to community groups. - Recruits volunteers with skills that match the needs of individual hospitals and medical offices (e.g., language skills, accounting, customer service, retail sales). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant hospital volunteer administration and supervision experience required (usually 4 years). - Previous experience in events management and public speaking are required. - Previous retail management experience preferred. - BA/BS in Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience. - Masters degree preferred. - Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse group. - Management of multiple sites preferred. - Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136113CASan Jose, CA28818935http://kp.jobs/xml/28818935/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Department Manager Leader Location: San Jose, CA Manages 24-hour departments providing patient care services. Ensures staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical standards of care and practice; responsible for all resource budgeting, selection and development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of 24-hour departments that may be at multiple locations. - Ensures Assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements. - Establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members and internal clients' expectations. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops and monitors budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. - Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Ensures on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organizations goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Oversees and develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive nursing experience in both patient care and management/leadership roles required (usually five (5) years). - Previous supervisory experience required (usually four (4) years). - BSN or BA in a health care related field strongly preferred. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certificate required. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136125CASan Jose, CA28818936http://kp.jobs/xml/28818936/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Physical Therapist Location: San Jose, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the Rehabilitation Service Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. - Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. Implements the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrates progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - License to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI, or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date). -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Mon - Fri 10:30am - 7:00pm,occasional weekends.2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136145CASan Jose, CA28818937http://kp.jobs/xml/28818937/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Senior Physical Therapist Location: San Jose, CA Provides independent physical therapy management of patients under the direction of the Rehabilitation Services Director or designee. Provides physical therapy services in specialized patient care clinics, and assists in the development, implementation and review of departmental patient care programs. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning for physical therapy. - Implements the treatment plan through direct treatment of the patient, delegates a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly reassesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patients towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Participates in appropriate and approved educational and clinical research activities in physical therapy. - Participates in specialized patient care clinics outside the department. - Assists in the development, implementation, and review of departmental patient care programs. - Performs other duties as needed in the areas of staff education, departmental operations, and departmental projects. Demonstrates on-going progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have at least two (2) years experience in physical therapy. - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in Physical Therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensed to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Mon - Fri 10:30am - 7:00pm, occasional weekends.2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136148CASan Jose, CA28818938http://kp.jobs/xml/28818938/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Manager of Support Services (1500) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Responsible for managing the operations of a business group by directing staff in activities such as human resource administration, budget planning and control, tracking of compliance related activities, communications and department procedures. Functions as an internal resource for managers regarding all aspects of operations including hiring, on-boarding, performance evaluations, office logistics, travel & expense reimbursements and budget. Manages assigned projects to improve quality and/or service to include cost benefit analysis, development of alternatives and collaboration with users. Develops policies and procedures to respond to new or changing requirements. Utilizes various tools such as Microsoft Project and Access to manage and report on various project-related activities. Essential Functions: - Supervises staff in administrative and/or operational functions such as administrative support, budget management, communications and ensuring completion of all compliance training. - Ensures effective human resources administration to include recruitment, interview coordination, on boarding of staff, salary planning process, performance evaluation process and monitoring completion of compliance training. - Directs work schedules to meet department needs and resolves conflicting deadlines. - Plans and directs required logistical support such as computers, phones and office space requirements. - Manages the budget to meet the fiscal goals for capital, payroll and non-payroll expenses; performs financial and staffing analyses. - Reconciles accounts and budget reporting requirements, advises management of serious variances; recommends and implements solutions. - Creates narrative and quantitative management information reports for financial, departmental or operational analyses. - Tracks and analyzes monthly reports such as budget, operation activity, and department metrics; consolidates and analyzes for trends and variances. - Participates in various special projects. - Maintains specialized databases/tables and oversees processes and access to safeguard data integrity. - Develops and maintains multiple projects using Microsoft Project and monitors completion of milestones. - Identifies service, operational problems, issues, and manages projects to identify, research, develop and implement new procedures or policies. - May interact with KP executives and employees across the organization, as well as external representatives. - Serves as a liaison for the department/function to discuss complex administrative matters, business processes and project activities to facilitate department goal attainment. - Establishes partnerships with other functional areas and/or regions. - Provides consultation to project teams working on region-wide and/or inter-regional projects. - Supports standing committees or staff meetings to include agenda preparation, room arrangements, meeting minutes and follow up activities. - Directs event planning to include identification of accommodations, negotiations with facilities, planning for menu, audiovisual requirements, development, production and distribution of printed materials. - Ensures compliance with organization policies/procedures and regulatory agencies; effective utilization of personnel, materials, space, equipment and effective customer service. - Recommends and implements internal policies and procedures. - Interprets and applies company policies/procedures. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum seven (7) years of experience managing staff and department operations. - Experience with budget management. - Experience developing new policies and procedures to meet changing department needs. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business administration or other related field. - Master's preferred. May list of course work specific to related functional area. - Ability to adapt to constantly shifting priorities in managing a wide-range of projects; team player, tactful and diplomatic. - Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills. - User knowledge of advanced computer software and applications such as Lotus Notes, Access Databases, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint presentations, Excel pivot tables and functions. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136159CAWalnut Creek, CA28818939http://kp.jobs/xml/28818939/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Graduate Nurse Anesthetist (GRNA) /Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) [005] Location: Roseville, CA Selects and administers intravenous, spinal and other anesthetics prior to and during surgical or medical procedures as a member of the anesthesia care team and in accordance with Kaiser Permanente policies and procedures. Monitors patient reactions and vital signs during and after anesthesia and takes remedial action when warranted. Submits postoperative report on patient condition, and maintains records of anesthetics administered. Performs procedures outside of the OR, in accordance with KP policies and procedures, established competency, and MD order. GRNA (Non-exempt) CRNA (Exempt). Essential Functions: - Conducts and/or reviews anesthetic evaluation of patients prior to surgical proceedings, deliveries or other pertinent medical procedures in hospital setting. - Consults with anesthesiologists and/or surgeons. - Reviews patients charts, including permits, pre-operative medications, lab work, and any other significant variations, such as hearing aids, dentures, contact lenses, or other prostheses. - Conducts pre-anesthesia evaluations according to KP's policies and procedures as well as the department policy. - Develops the care regimen of assigned patients, reviews the care regimen with the supervising physician, and gains concurrence. - Implements the anesthesia plan. - Evaluates patients to identify apparent difficulties with airway control, etc. - Ensures that all pre-anesthesia evaluations are documented thoroughly according to policies and standards. - Explains tests, procedures and disease processes to patients and their family as indicated; explains the major anesthetic risks to patients as requested and documents that the risks are explained to patients. - Starts IV solution, administers selected anesthetic, choice of anesthetic consistent with patient safety, surgical need, possible post operative complications, and patients history and conditions. - Develops, implements and evaluates according to department policy, the care regimen of assigned patients and manages the patient care based on pre-anesthesia evaluation. - Participates with post anesthesia care unit personnel in a patient safety oriented interface when patients are transferred from the surgery suite. - Monitors patients' vital signs, such as blood pressure and observes any significant physical changes; informs anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of patient's condition and takes any necessary remedial action such as infant resuscitation when necessary. - Prepares and administers drugs as indicated for anesthesia requirements. - Keeps current accurate and complete record of procedures performed and patients' conditions immediately prior to the administration of anesthesia according to established standards. - Performs procedures done outside of OR, such as intubation, arterial line placement etc, in accordance with policies and procedures, competencies, and physician order. - Charts details of procedures done on progress notes. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program. - Graduate of an accredited school of anesthesia and eligible to take the certification examination given by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. - Current California RN License. - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and certified in the State of California. - Must obtain nurse anesthetist certification for the state of California within 90 days of employment. - BLS required. - ACLS preferred. - Demonstrated understanding of all regulatory requirements and legal consequences of anesthesia care. - Proven ability to exercise professional prerogatives based on sound clinical judgment. - Demonstrated track record of following the precautionary and preventive measures in giving patient care. - Demonstrated ability to work in teams and have proven communications and listening skills. - Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in interpersonal relations, customer service, adaptability and change management. CRNA - Additional requirements noted below are in addition to the qualifications noted above. - Must be eligible for Medicare/Medi-Cal enrollment. Medicare enrollment requires current certification by one of the following organizations: Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists or the Council on Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists.2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136250CARoseville, CA28818940http://kp.jobs/xml/28818940/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Chief Nursing Officer [Fresno] Location: Fresno, CA This role provides strategic leadership as the patient care executive position responsible for all nursing and other designated patient care functions/services within the hospital organization. The Chief Nursing Officer provides direction, leadership, planning, organization and general management for all aspects of patient care ensuring integration of services and compliance with long range objectives and strategies, including the provision of excellent quality services and responsible fiscal management. This role represents nursing/patient care on the hospital executive leadership team, at the medical executive committee and medical staff committees. The Chief Nursing Officer has oversight for the professional practice of nursing and the provision of nursing care in all licensed or surveyable areas of the medical facility. Essential Functions - Develops effective working relationships with key stakeholders and operational leaders. - Manages organizational relationships in a way that builds and maintains a climate of trust and inspires commitment from others to achieve organization goals. - Works collaboratively with labor partners to achieve organization goals and objectives. - Participates in defined and established leadership meetings locally and regionally and establishes partnerships with medical facility and regional leadership groups. - Participates in medical staff activities and serves on selected medical facility committees. - Maintains strong collaborative relationship with medical director and medical staff leadership and coordinates with medical group partners to provide for the seamless transition of patients across the continuum of care. - Executive level communication, presentation, leadership, analytical and problem solving skills required. - Effectively communicates with all internal and external constituents, including staff, colleagues, and physicians. - Produces and presents oral and written materials to address nursing, healthcare and organizational issues appropriate to the audience. - Communicates effectively as hospital's advocate to members of the community, continually seeking ways to improve and promote the public relations objective of the hospital and marketing services. - Creates an environment which recognizes and values diversity and designs strategies that address the unique needs of a diverse workforce, patient population, and community. - Participates in the academic community through advisory and collaborative efforts. - Provides a supportive and stimulating learning environment for nursing students. - Addresses and manages conflict in a constructive and productive manner. - Assesses the current environment and establishes indicators of progress toward cultural competency. - Provides an environment that engages staff and others in decision-making. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, and accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation. - In conjunction with medical facility leadership groups, determines the most cost-effective and efficient levels of patient care clinically and operationally and implements such locally. - Participates in hospital strategic planning process and collaborates with facility management team and the medical staff to develop the overall financial plan for the medical facility. - Assumes other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressive experience in clinical, management, and leadership roles within hospital operations. - Academic degree in nursing required. (Bachelor's or Master's degree) - Master's degree in Nursing or a related field required (Health Administration, Business, Public Health, or management). - National certification in nursing administration or advanced nursing administration required within three (3) years for an incumbent Chief Nursing Officer assuming position, and within one (1) year for a newly hired Chief Nursing Officer assuming position. - Demonstrated skills to work in a union environment. - Active and current registered nurse license in the state of California.2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136256CAFresno, CA28818941http://kp.jobs/xml/28818941/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Sr Consulting Data Analyst [Temporary] Location: Walnut Creek, CA Under general supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing, and reporting data. This position functions both as a senior analyst and as a high-level statistical analytics programmer. Essential Functions: - Designs and enhances databases. - Designs effective and user-friendly menu systems. - Develops accurate, easy to read, and useful information reports. - Designs and generates tracking and monitoring tools. - Participates in the development of outcomes and process measures, including technical specifications to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, and evaluation. - Tests complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, and software written by self and others. - Tests and maintains data integrity. - May assist with sophisticated statistical models and forecasting tools using these databases. - Assists with the definition of complex multi-dimensional healthcare issues and develops time tables/processes for decision making. - May translate needs, issues, and ideas into effective strategies and action plans. - May formulate specific implementation plans and evaluates the effectiveness of actions/programs implemented. - Develops creative alternative solutions. - May assist in the determination of goals and priorities with team, clients, or project management sponsors. - May communicate results/recommendations to project sponsors, clients, and various senior level audiences (including physicians for TPMG departments). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) years of programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, net, or equivalent statistical analytical programming language. - Experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases required. - Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems preferred; if not, experience with another mainframe operating system required. - Project management experience preferred. - Typically, two (2) plus years of related analytical, consulting, and health care experience preferred. - Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, Finance, Health Care Administration, Public Health Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related field required, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree. - Master's degree preferred. - Broad familiarity with medical practices, especially population management and process and outcomes measurement. - Knowledge of JCL strongly preferred. - Ability to express complex analytical and technical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training. - Strong analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. - Microsoft Office skills required. - Must be an independent self-starter. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. ++ Expected Length of Employment: 2 Years ++2012-05-19 20:03:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136279CAWalnut Creek, CA28818942http://kp.jobs/xml/28818942/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing [RN # 22s] - ICU Location: San Jose, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week 1: Tues, Sat Week 2: Sun, Fri Week 3: Wed, Sat Week 4: Sun, Mon Week 5: Tues, Sat Week 6: Sun, Fri This positions works 12-hrs shifts, 24 hrs per week.2012-05-19 20:03:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135439CASan Jose, CA28818932http://kp.jobs/xml/28818932/jobUSAMilpitasTitle: Staff Nurse II Short Hour - Ambulatory Care Location: Milpitas, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care when and where appropriate to do so. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and acts to meet them. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse. - PEDIATRICS - 1 year recent (within the last 3 years) experience caring for infants and children. NRP and PALS or PEARS preferred. Certified Lactation Educator (CLE) certificate required for nurses providing lactation counseling to new mothers. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program and either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NALS and or PALS and or PEARS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-19 20:03:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135410CAMilpitas, CA28818931http://kp.jobs/xml/28818931/jobUSABerkeleyTitle: Cytotechnologist III - Grade 860 (BRK 050) Location: Berkeley, CA Under the direction of the Pathology Department Manager, performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality, utilizing efficient and safe processes. Stains, mounts, and studies cells of human body to detect evidence of cancer and pre-cancerous lesions, hormonal abnormalities, organisms, and other pathological conditions. Essential Functions: - Prepares microscopic slides from specimens of blood, scrapings, or other body fluids, including Fine Needle Aspirations. - Prepares and stains slide to preserve specimen and enhance visibility of cells under microscope. - Examines slide under microscope to identify abnormalities in cell structure. - Reports negative pap smears evaluations as final diagnosis. - Reports abnormal pap smear results to Pathologist as preliminary finding. - Reports preliminary findings for all Non-GYN cytology results to Pathologist. - Coordinates activities in cytology laboratory. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Thirty six (36) months related experience as a Cytotechnologist plus the demonstrated ability to perform all cytology procedures in accordance with specifications set by the department head. - Bachelor's degree in science or related fields or graduated from a committee on allied health education and accreditation (CAHEA) accredited school of cytotechnology or other organization approved by health and human services (HHS); - Or certified in cytotechnology by a certification agency approved by HHS; (e.g., American Society of Clinical Pathologists); - Before September 1, 1992, have successfully completed two (2) years in an accredited institution (twelve (12) hours in science, eight (8) of which are in biology) and have twelve (12) months training in an approved school of cytotechnology; or have received six (6) months formal training in an approved school and six (6) months full-time experience, - Or before September 1, 1992, have achieved a satisfactory grade in an HHS proficiency test for cytotechnologists; - Before September 1, 1994, have two (2) years full-time experience or equivalent within the preceding five (5) years examining slides under the supervision of a physician certified in pathology and before January 1, 1969, be a high school graduate with six (6) months cytotechnology training in a laboratory directed by a physician and completed two (2) years full-time supervised experience in cytotechnology before 1/1/69; - Or on or before September 1, 1994, have two (2) years full-time experience or equivalent within preceding five (5) years in the U.S. and on or before September 1, 1995, have either graduated from a CAHEA-approved school or be certified as a cytotechnologist. - Valid/Current California Cytologist license required. - Ability to accurately describe cytologic conditions and provide appropriate differential diagnoses in writing. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-19 20:03:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134889CABerkeley, CA28818927http://kp.jobs/xml/28818927/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Medical Social Worker II (1471) Location: Antioch, CA The primary role of the MSW II is to assist patients & families/caregivers to cope w/ the social/emotional issues & practical arrangements related to the patient's illness. Under general direction of Social Work Manager/LCSW, delivers age-appropriate care to patients/caregivers in accordance w/ agency policy & procedure & state/federal regulations. The MSW II is a member of the healthcare team providing assessments, coordination, treatment planning, information & referral to community resources & other social work services. Essential Functions: - Provide psychodynamic interventions, crisis intervention, grief/bereavement counseling, problem solving, stress reduction & developing healthy coping strategies in individual/family/group settings. - Provide counseling for disease acceptance & understanding. - Responsible for developing & implementing individual Plan of Treatment which assist patients/families to cope &/or restore social, emotional, financial & environmental factors which affect(ed) by illness. - Completes psychosocial assessments. - Partners w/ patient to identify needs & develop/implement treatment plan. - Discuss options for care proactively including Kaiser resources & external community/government resources to assist patient/family in developing short/long term care plans. - Team w/ other disciplines in assessing, planning & providing services for patients utilizing biopsychosocial information. - Assist patient in advocating for self to receive appropriate services w/in Kaiser & community. - Assist patient/family w/ care & discharge planning. - Takes, reviews, evaluates & prioritizes written/oral referrals & maintains documentation. - Functions as part of the SNF Team to assure appropriate, timely placement of Kaiser members. - Collaborate w/ internal/external resources in Kaiser/community. - Coordinates exchange of information between Kaiser, families, members & skilled nursing facilities. - Determines application of Kaiser, Medicare & Medi-Cal benefits. - Participates in UM/Quality Assurance. - Coordinate communication between regional offices, clinics, hospitals, field staff, members/families. - Works w/ referral sources to clarify/complete clinical & psychosocial information. - This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Step I:< 2 yrs social work exp (MSW fieldwork not incl) - Step II: 2-4 yrs social work exp w/in the last 5 yrs (MSW fieldwork not incl) - Step III: 4+ yrs social work exp w/in 10 yrs (MSW fieldwork not incl) - 1+ yr post MSW exp in healthcare setting pref'd - MSW internship may be considered in lieu of - Masters in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education - LCSW pref'd - Inpt/Outpt Critical Care: Exp & comfort w/ issues pertaining to death, dismemberment, disfigurement & disability. Exp w/ ethical issues & documented exp. providing clinical svcs specific to anticipatory death, dying process & bereavement - Med/Surg: Exp in crisis, grief & family counseling. Exp w/ wide variety of illnesses/condition & resulting needs - Oncology: Exp in crisis, grief & family counseling. Exp w/ wide variety of oncological diagnosis & resulting coping & other psychosocial issues. Exp facilitating support groups - HIV: Exp in crisis, grief & family counseling. Exp counseling re: loss & psychosocial issues specific to HIV/AIDS. Exp facilitating support grps - Maternal/Child: Exp providing clinical counseling re: high risk pregnancy, diabetes, genetic defects, & substance abuse. Exp & knowledge of appropriate community resources specific to newborns & their families. Exp w/ adoption/surrogate birth laws - Peds: Exp providing clinical svcs to children w/ acute & chronic med. conditions. Knowledge & Exp w/ child abuse reporting laws, procedures & agencies. Exp working w/ families of children diagnosed w/ wide variety of illnesses incl. childhood cancers, Cystic Fibrosis & Diabetes - Alzheimer's/Dementia: Exp working w/ elderly & other diagnosed w/ a wide variety of dementia. Exp w/ a wide variety of community resources to meet needs of this population. Exp's w/ the common stresses re: caregiving - Chronic Conditions: Exp providing clinical svcs to patients w/ multiple ongoing health conditions. Works w/ nursing to insure patients are as active & healthy as possible - Palliative Care: Exp in initiating/participating in end of life discussions w/ patients & families, assisting in hospice referrals, holding family confs, home visits & advanced care planning - Geographic Managed Care: Exp in crisis intervention, counseling & referral svcs to socially high risk women who are pregnant &/or parenting children under age 5 . Svcs are provided on an outpt basis incl. transportation, home visits, housing, infant supplies & referral svcs - Discharge Planning/UM: Exp planning discharges & Utilization Mgmt (if appl.) - Demonstrated ability to work on multidisciplinary team - Must have solid psychosocial assessment skills - Knowledge of chronic & acute disease; how it impacts patient/family functioning - Demonstrated excellent oral/telephone & written communication skills - Must be computer-literate &, preferably, exp'd in automated clinical info systems - Demonstrated ability to function independently as a collaborative, supportive team member - Must be able to master detailed & complex info regarding benefits & coord. of care - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement - Must be willing to work in a LMP environment2012-05-19 20:03:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135007CAAntioch, CA28818928http://kp.jobs/xml/28818928/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Staff Nurse II - Ambulatory Care (120247) Location: Santa Clara, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care when and where appropriate to do so. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and acts to meet them. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse. - OUTPATIENT PERITONEAL DIALYSIS - Fifteen months full time staff RN ESRD experience (within the last 3 years). Requires three months (of the 15 months) full time experience in training patients in outpatient chronic peritoneal self care. CNN and CDN certifications preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program and either: 1)2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NALS and or PALS and or PEARS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Mon, Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm, Wed 1:00pm - 5:00pm2012-05-19 20:03:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135063CASanta Clara, CA28818929http://kp.jobs/xml/28818929/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Cytotechnologist II - Grade 846 - [LAB-12-R035 - ROS CTII #30T] - Temporary Location: Roseville, CA Under the direction of the Pathology Department Manager, performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality, utilizing efficient and safe processes. Stains, mounts, and studies cells of human body to detect evidence of cancer and pre-cancerous lesions, hormonal abnormalities, organisms, and other pathological conditions. Essential Functions: - Prepares microscopic slides from specimens of blood, scrapings, or other body fluids, including Fine Needle Aspirations. - Prepares and stains slide to preserve specimen and enhance visibility of cells under microscope. - Examines slide under microscope to identify abnormalities in cell structure. - Reports Negative Pap smears evaluations as Final Diagnosis. Reports abnormal Pap smear results to Pathologist as preliminary findings. - Reports preliminary findings for all Non-GYN cytology results to Pathologist. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 18 months experience as a Cytotechnologist I plus the demonstrated ability to perform, under minimal supervision, all cytology procedures including staining and screening, in accordance with specifications set by the department head. - Bachelor's Degree in science or related fields, or graduated from a committee on allied health education and accreditation (CAHEA) accredited school of cytotechnology or other organization approved by health and human services (HHS); or - Certified in cytotechnology by a certification agency approved by HHS; (e.g., American Society of Clinical Pathologists); - before September 1, 1992, have successfully completed 2 years in an accredited institution (12 hours in science, 8 of which are in biology) and have 12 months training in an approved school of cytotechnology; or have received 6 months formal training in an approved school and 6 months full-time experience, or - before September 1, 1992, have achieved a satisfactory grade in an HHS proficiency test for cytotechnologists; - before September 1, 1994, have 2 years full-time experience or equivalent within the preceding 5 years examining slides under the supervision of a physician certified in pathology and before January 1, 1969, be a high school graduate with 6 months cytotechnology training in a laboratory directed by a physician and completed 2 years full-time supervised experience in cytotechnology before 1/1/69; or - On or before September 1, 1994, have 2 years full-time experience or equivalent within preceding 5 years in the U.S. and on or before September 1, 1995, have either graduated from a CAHEA-approved school or be certified as a cytotechnologist. - Valid/Current California Cytologist license required - Ability to accurately describe cytologic conditions and provide appropriate differential diagnoses in writing. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment is up to 90-days from date of hire.2012-05-19 20:03:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135137CARoseville, CA28818930http://kp.jobs/xml/28818930/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Registered Dietitian I - Grade 30 (1355) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Responsible for providing clinical nutrition care & services to patients/clients in response to protocol & physician's orders to include the following: assessment of Patient's nutritional risks/status, development of care plans to meet nutritional needs of patients, counseling of patients & family members, and education of patients, family members & caregivers. In addition, hospital Based RD work w/ the Food Service staff to coordinate the food w/ the diet orders, & work to establish quality standard w/ staff and services provided may be on medical center wide basis, in specialty area (e.g. ambulatory, maternal/child health, home health, hospice, etc.) &/or across the continuum. Essential Functions: - Provides comprehensive nutritional care, which is customer focused & cost effective, while maintaining high quality service standards, to our members. - Provides nutritional screening & assessment of patients for appropriate nutrition intervention. - In accordance with physician orders, develop individualized nutrition care plans based on patient's age, sex, diagnosis, cultural background, pain level, preferences, & religious practices. - Conducts audits &/or menu reviews, & ensures patient menus or supplemental feedings meet nutritional requirements & physician's orders for individual patients to include size, age, gender, cultural backgrounds, preferences, diagnosis, pain level, & religious practices. - Develops meal plans to meet the member's lifestyle. - Documents in the medical records as appropriate. - Coordinates activities w/ the food service department to insure quality & accuracy of the food served to the patients. - Monitors the accuracy of the tray related to the MNT or diet order according to diet manual. - Checks for quality of product & is responsible for corrections & quality follow-up w/ manager/supervisor, staff, or vendor. - Writes assessments, implements nutritional care plans, & follows the care & progress of the patients per protocol. - Participate in the design, development & implementation of high quality, cost effective food & clinical nutrition programs, policies & practices in the medical center, & ensure compliance w/ administrative, legal & regulatory requirements. - Assists in the development, implementation & maintenance of nutrition care, & service standards. - Participates in the development & implementation of quality, service & performance improvement processes related to the delivery of clinical nutrition services. - Contributes to the overall cost structure & service improvement goals of the Service Area. - Conducts quality assurance audits & participates in committees & meetings to receive & report information. - Assists in compiling audit information & standard setting. - Provide feedback to Division Food & Clinical Nutrition Services staff or menu modifications & revision. - Provides input to the budget process. - May provide in-service training to staff. - Participates in the organizations quality program. - Helps identify risk factors and establish performance targets & goals. - Performs quality audits, reviews work, & assists others to improve performance. - Performs other related duties as necessary - May mentor, assist, review, assign, correct, organize and/or coordinate the work of new employees, students, Nutrition Aides, Nutrition Clerks, Nutrition Assistants and Diet Technician Registered but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience in clinical nutrition as a registered dietitian. If working in End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), must have at least one (1) year of experience in clinical nutrition as a registered dietitian. - Bachelor's degree in Food &/or Nutritional Science. - Current registration w/ the Commission on Dietetic Registry (CDR) in good standing. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Knowledge of clinical competencies based on Nutrition Care Standards of the American Dietetic Association, California Dietetic Association (CDA), & American Society for Partenteral & Enteral Nutrition. - Knowledge of applicable federal, state, & local regulations, & The Joint Commission requirements. - Strong communication, interpersonal, & customer service skills required. - Collaboration & problem solving skills required. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to position specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-19 20:03:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134822CAWalnut Creek, CA28818926http://kp.jobs/xml/28818926/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Staff Nurse II [LandD #7 OC/E] Location: San Jose, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - LABOR & DELIVERY - One year recent experience (within the last 3 years) in L&D with completion of AWHONN L&D course preferred. NRP certification is required. Current ACLS certification may be required in some units. Successful completion of advanced fetal monitoring course preferred within the last 2 years. Successful completion of a Fetal Monitoring Interpretation Competency within the first three months of hire may be required. May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Maternal Child Health/Family Centered Care area with appropriate certifications. Must complete circulating and recovery competencies as required. Willingness to scrub may be required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-19 20:03:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133681CASan Jose, CA28818925http://kp.jobs/xml/28818925/jobUSAMartinezTitle: Medical Assistant - Grade 180 (12-030M) Location: Martinez, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or designee. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department. - Records information in patients' medical record. - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. - Assists clinician with care of the patient. - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department. - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry. - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. - Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. - Takes accountability for own actions. - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. - Adheres to Attendance Policy. - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship. - High School Diploma or GED. - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. - BLS certification. - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. - Ability to use personal computer. - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information. - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-05-19 20:03:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133226CAMartinez, CA28818924http://kp.jobs/xml/28818924/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Inpatient Pharmacist - Grade 15 (ANT-201666) Location: Antioch, CA Under indirect supervision, monitors and/or manages the medication therapy of specific hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Performs other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Under indirect supervision, monitors and/or manages the medication therapy of specific hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies and sensitivities - Advises patients of directions for use, medication, storage requirements, importance or compliance, precautions and warning for medication therapy - Provides medical personnel with medication information drug therapy options, and pharmacokinetic dosing advice - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores and distributes pharmacy products - Verifies accuracy of medication preparation and dispensing by pharmacy personnel - Participates in assigned education and training programs - Provides direction to Pharmacists Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians, and other non-licensed personnel - Performs other duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License - B.S. in Pharmacy req'd, Pharm.D. preferred - American Heart Association approved Basic Life Support (BLS) card required for existing incumbents by 12/31/2010. Current BLS card required for new hires effective 12/20/2009. - Must be able to obtain an NPI# within one month in position - Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease states, and related information for medical management plan - Aseptic technique and preparation of sterile IV products and chemotherapeutic agents - Emergency medication/drug monitoring - Federal and State laws and regulations regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Extract pertinent information from patient/other sources for the patient's medical management plan - Must have the ability to teach and be able to evaluate the effectiveness of the teaching - Possess excellent verbal/written communication skills - Operate pharmacy computer system(s) and other equipment - Read fine print - Lift or transport 1-50 lbs - Frequent bending/reaching/stooping - Must be able to generate prescription labels - MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK - Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment Schedule: Sun - Sat,32 hours a week, variable shift; may include working weekends, evenings, nights, days and holidays2012-05-19 20:02:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132148CAAntioch, CA28818923http://kp.jobs/xml/28818923/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: PACU Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing (RN EVE OC6) Location: Santa Clara, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - PACU (Main OR and ASU) - Two years recent (within last 3 years) experience in PACU or Critical Care Unit. Current ACLS certification required. PALS required within six months of hire if caring for pediatric population. Must be able to take call and respond within the hospital required response time. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-19 20:02:58United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131683CASanta Clara, CA28818920http://kp.jobs/xml/28818920/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: PACU Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing (RN EVE OC7) Location: Santa Clara, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - PACU (Main OR and ASU) - Two years recent (within last 3 years) experience in PACU or Critical Care Unit. Current ACLS certification required. PALS required within six months of hire if caring for pediatric population. Must be able to take call and respond within the hospital required response time. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-19 20:02:58United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131686CASanta Clara, CA28818921http://kp.jobs/xml/28818921/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: PACU Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing (RN EVE OC8) Location: Santa Clara, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - PACU (Main OR and ASU) - Two years recent (within last 3 years) experience in PACU or Critical Care Unit. Current ACLS certification required. PALS required within six months of hire if caring for pediatric population. Must be able to take call and respond within the hospital required response time. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-19 20:02:58United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131688CASanta Clara, CA28818922http://kp.jobs/xml/28818922/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Entry Level Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Sr. Clinical Laboratory Scientist Location: Walnut Creek, CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist, (includes CLS Sr., CLS, and Entry Level CLS) Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, or their designee, performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures and analyses to provide data for health maintenance, diagnoses, treatment and monitoring of medical conditions. Enhances quality of patient care and service through interdepartmental cooperation and quality assurance protocols. Essential Functions: - Correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the correct patients and that the correct test is being performed. - Judges the adequacy and qualities of specimens submitted for testing. - Analyzes clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures approved by the Laboratory Director or designee. - Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data. - Utilizes test reference ranges (including neonates, pediatric and adult) to determine reasonableness of test results. - Validates test results through correlation with test parameters (e.g. Hgb/Hct, anion gap, platelet count/smear, dipstick/micro etc.) - Confirms testing on all Critical Values to ensure accuracy prior to releasing of test results. - Performs routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure. - Performs and documents instrument function by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data. - Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment. - Releases or reports results per Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures. - Trains laboratory assistants on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice. - Performs other related duties as necessary. Additional Duties and Responsibilities: - Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Entry Level - Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. - Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. - Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Sr. - Trains laboratory assistants, and other Clinical Laboratory Scientists, on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice. Assist with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities consistent with the Laboratory Quality Plan. Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Sr. CLS minimum 3 years of experience, CLS minimum 6 months of experience, Entry Level CLS = none. - Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field. Applicable military experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree. - Current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License/Valid Temporary California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License for entry level CLS. - Computer application experience/proficiency preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. This is a float position that will provide coverage for vacation/PTO.2012-05-19 20:02:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130954CAWalnut Creek, CA28818919http://kp.jobs/xml/28818919/jobUSABerkeleyTitle: HISTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN I [BRK191] Location: Berkeley, CA Under the general direction of the Pathologist or Laboratory Manager, performs immunohistochemical stains and all other special procedures as required. Cuts, embeds, and stains histology specimens. Essential Functions: - Cuts, prepares, and stains slides from histology specimens - Correctly prepares special stains and solutions - Orders reagents, antibodies, and tool parts to ensure adequate supplies for the work - Evaluates equipment and reagent systems - Maintains equipment with documentation and reports repairs to manager - Maintains logbooks and slide files - Keeps abreast with company's current policies and immunohistochemistry technical updates - Writes and updates evaluation reports as well as procedures using NCCLS format - Performs other related duties as assigned - This job has no supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of experience as a Laboratory Assistant - High School Diploma/GED - At least one (1) year of college chemistry - Demonstrated ability to perform all special stains used in the routine practice of pathology - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-05-19 20:02:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128551CABerkeley, CA28818916http://kp.jobs/xml/28818916/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Desktop Support Associate Location: San Francisco, CA Includes technical support and guidance in planning, implementation and ongoing operations of LAN's and WAN's, and implementation of end user computing applications and devices for Kaiser Medical groups and business partners and employees. In general employees are responsible for responding to tickets (inquires or requests for services related to desktop hardware) originating from the National Help Desk Hotline. For requests that cannot be serviced over the phone, tickets are generated electronically through the hotline and distributed via network queue to the relevant location or business line to be resolved by Desktop employees: 1) Incident tickets: all secondary 'break/fix requests for electronic desktop equipment and 2) Add/Move/change tickets: moving and installing new personal computers and/or ordering and replacing equipment for assigned areas (e.g., building/installing computers for a new office). Essential Functions: - Entry level position performing standard routine and often repetitive work under supervision of other staff. - Majority of time spent responding to and resolving tickets interacting directly with clients to resolve problems via phone, email, chat or in person. - Provides limited support for projects and administrative work. - Receives direct but not constant supervision. Typically requires some instruction and guidance from other higher level staff. - Identifies first level problems and escalates if necessary. Cannot make decisions independently aside from what is directly related to resolving ticket. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School diploma. - A minimum of 1 year of desktop related experience providing routine end user support. - Knowledge of the Microsoft Windows environment; and familiarity with an IBM-compatible PC environment. Preferred Qualifications: - AA degree in related field. - Certifications such as Microsoft's MCSE and/or A+. - Knowledge of computer hardware/software repair and formal training in the computer or electronics industry. - Good oral and written communication skills as well as time management skills. - Ability to work in a team environment.2012-05-19 20:02:24United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133325CASan Francisco, CA28818901http://kp.jobs/xml/28818901/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: ClaimsConnect-Program Management Cnslt/Spec Location: Pleasanton, CA Encapsulates individuals who manage projects and programs within IT. Essential Functions: - Manages small or moderately complex programs or multiple programs of smaller complexity. - Total managed Project budget may be up to $20M. - Project Complexity can be multiple sites and up to 20 integrated work tracks. - May manage a program team of national, regional and external project managers. - Develops and maintains the program plan. - Manages the work of the PMO and the program team. - Balances schedule, scope and budget within the program and re-negotiates with sponsor as needed. - Responsible for accurate time reporting for a program. - Engages with business partner in preparation of program/project financial materials for presentation to funding governance groups at specified project transition points. - Develops a quality assurance plan for the program. - Determines program resource requirements and procures resources. - Assigns work, sets priorities, provides guidance in the completion of tasks and review of program deliverables. - Proactively communicates with enterprise-wide projects to plan and manage project/program interdependencies. - Develops and manages program issue escalation and the resolution process. - Responsible for applying the risk management process. - Plays a key rolein negotiation of vendor contracts with IT Procurement. - Manages all phases of project delivery life cycle and consults for other projects and programs. - Ensures program alignment with business strategy and architecture. - Thought leader. - May manage 4 -7 project managers. - Effectively manage cross-functional team members. - Develop, coach & mentor others. - Manages a combined project team of up to 100 resources. - Sustains strong ongoing relationships with client middle and senior management during program. - Represents primary interface between business partner and ITfor a given program; is accountable for the delivery of that program. - Provides managerial responsibility for two or more teams or departments, which may be managed by employees with formal supervisory responsibilities. - Develops and administers schedules and performance requirements. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or a minimum of 4 years of equivalent work experience. - A minimum of 8 years of Program/Project Management experience. - Demonstrates understanding of, and knowledge in IT methods and project management, and applies this in all stages of project/program. - Requires full knowledge of own area of functional responsibility and working knowledge of another function. - Recognized as authority in program management across IT. - Leverages program management experience and knowledge by acting as tutor on relevant training or by providing on-program PM learning to team members. - Having broad expertise or unique project management knowledge, uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives and principles and to achieve goals in creative and effective ways. - Having broad expertise or unique project management knowledge, uses skills to contribute to development of company objectives and principles and to achieve goals in creative and effective ways. - Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles. - Requires significantly complex decision-making. Preferred Qualifications: - Healthcare industry knowledge - Information technology experience - Should have managed project budgets of up to $20 million. - Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute.2012-05-19 20:02:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132849CAPleasanton, CA28818900http://kp.jobs/xml/28818900/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Call Center Training Assistant RN Location: San Diego, CA Implement the Call Center training program under the guidance of Department Manager. Essential Functions: - Implement training of clinical staff per training guidelines - Conduct new hire training & ongoing training in accordance w/ the policies & procedures of KP On Call - Track & trend new hires during the post training period - Coach & mentor new hires during the post training period - Participate in the training of experienced employees who function in various roles - Conductaudio reviews & provide feedback to new employees - Conduct documentation review during the training period - Implement improvement plans for clinical staff that require additional training in order to meet department quality & performance standards - Collect performance data on employees in order to compile a training evaluation - Update & maintain the Training Manual as needed - Assist in conducting Training Evaluations - Report results of data collection to department manager Qualifications: This is a repost of 135506. Basic Qualifications: - Clinical experience in acute care areas of nursing and call center triage nursing. - Requires a strong clinical grounding including - Registered Nurse - BSN preferred - Must be fluent in spoken and written standard English - Fluency in Spanish is not required, but is desired - Requires strong interpersonal and excellent organizations skills including; excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels - Requires strategic thinking and team-oriented focus - Requires ability to work in a variety of software applications including Microsoft Office Applications - Requires proficiency in Avaya and Interaction Recorder Client - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Computer skills to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint2012-05-18 19:47:58United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136296CASan Diego, CA28800500http://kp.jobs/xml/28800500/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Nursing Project Coord RN Location: San Diego, CA Provides project management analysis, recommendations, & decision support for a broad array of complex clinical nursing & patient care issues. Provides subject matter expertise to teams chartered to address & develop recommendations for current/future operations & clinical processes/services. Promotes internal & external communications. Manages the project team, timelines, & budget. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership in redesign projects related to the coordination, design/redesign, delivery, & management of nursing & patient care services - Identifies methods & approaches to reduce cost structures & maintain high quality of patient care - Provides expertise on subject matter addressed by project team - Works w/ leadership & staff to implement programs - Recommends project strategy, identifies best methods & processes, develops project planning, group process facilitation, training, & appropriate application of IT - Collaborates w/ stakeholders & sponsors to define project charter, framework, vision, & deliverables - Ensures quality & effectiveness of research - Monitors & maintains timelines & budget - Contracts w/ & manages work of internal/external consultants - Coordinates all internal & external communication, represents the project to internal & external group - Ensures the development of an effective implementation plan & facilitates the execution of this plan Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA/BS in related field (such as management, organization development, health services administration) required. - Master's Degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Significant experience, usually three (3) - five (5) years in management and/or project management/operational planning. - Previous experience with Kaiser Permanente preferred. - Specific subject matter expertise in health care operations, care delivery, and clinical processes. - Demonstrated ability to conceive, plan, and manage team-based projects. - Knowledge of health care industry strategic business issues, with an understanding of KP, it's operations, social and legal environment; knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, and federal regulations. Preferred Qualifications: - Strong clinical background and experience in acute care areas and telephone triage. - Detail oriented individual with strong organizational and interpersonal skills is a must. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels including teaching and follow-up. - Requires the ability to work in a variety of software applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. - Strong computer knowledge and skills is required. - Experience in QI and Training processes is a plus. Notes: - 50% travel.2012-05-18 19:47:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136131CASan Diego, CA28800494http://kp.jobs/xml/28800494/jobUSASan MarcosTitle: Lab Assistant Location: San Marcos, CA To perform venipuncture and skin puncture and pre-analytical steps of laboratory testing. Essential Functions: - Selects the appropriate phlebotomy technique relative to the age and physical maturation of the patient. - Assesses the quality of blood to be drawn from the patient based on the patient's age, physical maturation and the test or study to be performed. - Performs venipuncture, finger stick or heel stick as required, proficiently on patients of all ages - Properly labels sample(s) and transports to laboratory or Clinical Laboratory as required. - Performs the pre-analytical phase of testing by bar coding, centrifuging, separating, logging, culturing and staining of bacteriological specimens. - Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory of supplies and reagents. - Prepares and instructs patient and performs diagnostic EKG procedures in the outpatient setting as ordered. - Download EKG orders and transmits results via MUSE (analog phone lines). - Perform computer and device maintenance or cleaning and troubleshooting as needed. - Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel. - Performs other duties as required including checking in patients collecting appropriate revenue, accessioning test orders and giving preparation instructions to patients. - Handles difficult patients in a professional manner. Displays professionalism at all times, both in attitude and appearance. - Follows directives from all supervisors, leads and seniors. - Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma / GED or equivalent. - Valid Phlebotomist Certification. A valid certification is defined as issued under the New California State Phlebotomy Technician I and II Certification Law. - Six (6) months of phlebotomy experience in an acute care medical center or non-acute care setting. - One (1) year of Clinical Lab experience. - Relevant college courses in the life sciences preferred. - Demonstrated ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of the job at a full satisfactory performance level. Preferred Qualifications: - Six (6) months experience in an acute care hospital or equivalent setting. - Experience in computer / spec processing / EKG. - Data entry skills. Notes: - PC# SM13. - Work hours may vary between 7:00 am - 7:00 pm. - This is a North County position including rotating weekends. - May work various locations in North County Zone: one (1) weekend / month minimum. - General hours will be San Marcos Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 6:30 pm with a weekend rotation at San Marcos. - 50% travel.2012-05-18 19:47:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136143CASan Marcos, CA28800495http://kp.jobs/xml/28800495/jobUSAVistaTitle: Supervisor Office Services Location: Vista, CA Supports the operations of a single or multi-location department by providing supervision & direction to a staff of union and/or non-exempt employees engaged in clerical/ production activities. Serves as a resource for staff, resolves clerical/production issues, & monitors staff performance to ensure quality & productivity. Performs tasks critical to efficient workflow & quality. Essential Functions: - Supports the daily operations of the department by actively assisting & providing direction to subordinates as required - Coordinates multiple operational tasks supporting the department - Ensures projects are completed on schedule following established procedures & schedules - Interviews, trains, evaluates, & disciplines clerical/production staff - Provides work direction & guidance including coaching, professional development, & training - Maintains harmony among employees & resolves grievances - Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current & future applications that relate to the operations & the business requirements of the department - Acts as a liaison between management, other departments, & subordinates - Facilitates communication between related departments & own department - Interfaces w/ outside vendors - Responsible for maintaining data quality & quantity through regular audits - Resolves errors & complaints from client departments & other managers - Assists manager/supervisor in researching, compiling & creating reports from databases & spreadsheets for management reports - Performs ongoing operational tasks for professional unit, as needed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) year College Degree or two (2) years of equivalent work experience. - Prior supervisory or lead experience in a business environment required. - Prior experience in a health care environment preferred. - Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects, use time management skillsand independent judgment. - Strong customer serviceand interpersonal skills required to communicate effectively with all levels of management internal / external. - Must be self-sufficient with PC software applicationsand related technologies. - Proficient with word-processingand spreadsheet applications used by department. - Ability to train others on software applications that support the departments operations. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred. - Ability to interview, train, evaluate and disciple clerical staff. - Provides work direction and guidance including coaching, professional development and training.2012-05-18 19:47:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136156CAVista, CA28800496http://kp.jobs/xml/28800496/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Systems Administrator Location: Los Angeles, CA Develops reports and data bases of significant size and complexity. User requirements vary and generally lack clear definition. Evaluates capabilities and limitations of new and existing technical tools and systems. Recommends improvements to processes and reporting capabilities. Performs system administration. Acts as liaison between systems users and information technology groups (internal and external). Essential Functions: - Extracts data from various databases for report generation. - Generates ad-hoc reports and databases to address specific business needs. - Recommends improvements to permanent reports. - Designs and develops reports to manage business processes. - Develops new ad hoc reports to address specific business needs. - Serves as consultant to department staff in interpreting data. - Serves as technical consultant on newly in products and technology. - Acts as interface between systems group and end users. - Coordinates systems support. - Performs system administration, including system security, software update management, and data dictionary maintenance. - Performs master file maintenance. - Defines data purge and retention cycles. - Monitors data quality and integrity. - Participates in business improvement project teams. - Analyzes impact of process or technical tool changes on existing processes, tools, and interfaces based on knowledge of interdependencies of related functions and systems. - Delivers training for end users on system. - Ensures adequacy and quality of process and procedure documentation. - May lead cross-functional user groups in optimizing the use of existing tools and reports. - May perform user system training. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, typically three (3) or more years in business systems analysis and administration. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in computer science or user-specific area. - Ability to use multiple sophisticated PC and MIS programming languages. - In-depth knowledge of the business area served. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to understand, support and troubleshoot a variety of business systems/applications. Notes: - Business Systems Support and Maintenance - Off Hours and Travel based on Location /Timing of Off Campus Activities. - Rotating Weekends2012-05-18 19:47:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136059CALos Angeles, CA28800492http://kp.jobs/xml/28800492/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Clinical Specialist I Location: Panorama City, CA Under indirect supervision, the CSI provides direct patient care which may include assessment, design of treatment programs, & implementation of treatment programs. Additionally, the CSI acts as a resource in their area of clinical specialty to staff & students. The CSI may arrange for, plan & deliver educational opportunities for internal & external customers both locally & regionally. The CSI reports directly to the Department Administrator or Assistant Department Administrator. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws. - Develops & implement in-service training programs in areas of expertise for students, staff, & clinicians inside & outside of their work location. Periodic reassessment of the effectiveness of these programs, rendering modifications as warranted. - Insure cleanliness of assigned area & proper functioning of patient care equipment by following department equipment maintenance policies & procedures. - Demonstrates professional competence in assessing patient's condition at the onset & through all phases of the physical therapy program: - Routinely obtain accurate & complete history through clinical observation & interaction w/ the patient. - Routinely perform appropriate examinations, using specialized evaluation procedures. - Consistently interpret evaluation findings correctly to determine nature & degree of dysfunction. - Routinely take usual & special precautions relative to the age, medical history & condition of the patient & the type of treatment being given. - Consistently establish measurable treatment goals & develop appropriate treatment plans to achieve those goals. - Regularly reassess clinical signs & symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress towards goals, & the need for modification of treatment and/or goals. - Routinely consult w/ the referring physician regarding treatment request which are contraindicated relative to the patient's physical condition or medical history. - Delegate appropriately to support personnel. - Demonstrate skill in the performance of physical therapy skills relative to musculoskeletal & neurological assessment & treatment procedures including: - Testing & treatment of spine & extremities using accessory & physiological joint motion. - Clinical testing to determine muscle strength, reflexes, sensation, coordination, range of motion, & other sensory motor skills. - Clinical analysis & treatment of postural, gait, & ADL disorders. - Administration of modalities & other physical agents. - Administrations of exercise programs/development of patient care programs. - Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of the age group served. - Is able to assess data reflective of the patient's status & interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs & to provide care in accordance w/ departmental policy. - Routinely consider the patient's physical & cognitive abilities in the selection & administration of treatment procedures in treating the following types of patients: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, & geriatric patients. - Documents clinical activities in a timely, accurate, & comprehensive manner following department policies & procedures. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) years of full time experience (2080 hours = 1 year) OR enrollment in or completion of an APTA credentialed fellowship program; additionally, one (1) year of experience can be met by successful passage of an APTA specialty certification exam. - Completion of an accredited physical therapist training program with a certificate, BS, MS, or DPT degree. - Education: 200 hours of specialized education (can be completed via applicable continuing education course work, residency or fellowship hours/course work. - California Physical Therapist License or eligible. - Current CPR certification. - American Heart Association approved BLS - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Completion of Pre-employment and annual physicals. - Completion of annual skills competency assessment. - Understanding/Competence in basic safety and infection control procedures i.e. proper body mechanics, universal precautions. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous experience working with chronic pain patients/APTA Certified Orthopeadic Clinical Specialist (OCS) - Experience in program development, curriculum development and group facilitation - Service oriented - Demonstrates caring and professional behaviors to reflect a high degree of courtesy and respect to members, patients and fellow employees - Computer knowledge of MS Word and Excel applications2012-05-18 19:47:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136022CAPanorama City, CA28800493http://kp.jobs/xml/28800493/jobUSALancasterTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Lancaster, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care. - Knowledge of Orthopedic surgery procedures and post-surgical care required. Notes: - Required to float to multiple departments. - Responsible for coordination of messaging within Orthopedics and Podiatry; Monitoring of other staff messages for compliance; Orthopedic DEXA screening management; troubleshooting for staff; Pre-and Postoperative patient education including pro-active post-op telephone follow-up; Nurse visits for dressing changes, cast change assessment, suture removal, and other nursing needs of Orthopedic and Podiatry patients.2012-05-18 19:47:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135080CALancaster, CA28800490http://kp.jobs/xml/28800490/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Step Down Unit RN-L2 Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -Current CA RN license and AHA BLS. -One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an adult acute care setting. Preferred Qualifications: -Care of stroke patients preferred. -ACLS -EKG proficiency -Telemetry/Stroke - two (2) years experience -Ventilator proficiency -PCCN Certificate - Basic computer skills to include Word Notes: - Works rotating weekends2012-05-18 19:47:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135100CALos Angeles, CA28800489http://kp.jobs/xml/28800489/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: SP Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -CA RN license and AHA BLS certification - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Level III NICU or successful completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area Preferred Qualifications: - PALS card - BSN preferred - NRP Instructor - Three (3) - five (5) years NICU experience preferred - Computer knowledge of Electronic Medical Record system Notes: - Schedule includes working rotating weekends2012-05-18 19:47:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134933CALos Angeles, CA28800484http://kp.jobs/xml/28800484/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Blood Donor PD Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in Blood Donor Center in apheresis and hemapheresis. - Must be able to perform all functions necessary for the collection of whole blood and apheresis. Preferred Qualifications: - AA in Nursing or BSN - Experience in all aspects of blood collections within a Blood Donor Center. - Ability to lable and package blood bags and supplies. - Duties may include lifting of large quantities of blood units. - Must have one (1) year experience in a Blood Donor Center or unit within the last three (3) years. Notes: - Must travel to other facilities for satelite blood/platelet drives - May be required to work weekends, evenings and holidays.2012-05-18 19:47:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135029CALos Angeles, CA28800485http://kp.jobs/xml/28800485/jobUSARiversideTitle: RNP I /PA I Location: Riverside, CA Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting & evaluating diagnostic tests & examinations. Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnoses & treats both chronic & episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establishes & documents the health care plan & prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation w/ a physician. Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder & releases the patient. Essential Functions: Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience unless specified by department. - Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Program. - Current California Physician Assistant license. - *National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) (*Must be obtained from NCCPA for initial licensure, need not be maintained). - DEA registration number required -AHA BCLS & ACLS certification - National Provider Identification Number (NPI) and be an approved Medicare provider. Preferred Qualifications: - Basic computer skills - Previous Urgent Care experience. - Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to adhere to approved clinical protocols. - Ability to communicate effectively with managers, providers, colleagues and members. - Team player, ability to work well in a fast paced environment and excellent customer service skills. - Self-starter, innovative and flexible. - Possess the ability to provide effective service to internal and external customers. Notes: - Irregularly scheduled with rotating weekends and holidays. - This is a per diem position for backfill of PA's off for multitude of reasons. - Schedule may include day or evening shift. - Also required to cover all outlying clinic Urgent Cares that are attached to Riverside Medical Center with the exception of Coachella Valley. - Holiday shifts will be required per business needs and in accordance with Major/Minor shift commitment contract language. - Primary responsibility is for vacation relief and time off coverage, start time may vary depending on the scheduled time of EE being covered.2012-05-18 19:47:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135036CARiverside, CA28800486http://kp.jobs/xml/28800486/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: RNP 1/PA 1 - PD Location: Bakersfield, CA Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting & evaluating diagnostic tests & examinations. Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnoses & treats both chronic & episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establishes & documents the health care plan & prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation w/ a physician. Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder & releases the patient. Essential Functions: Information will be added based on hiring manager submission Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience unless specified by department. - If department elects to hire a new grad NP, the California Furnishing Number and if applicable, the DEA Registration Number, must be obtained within 12 months of hire. In this case, the probationary period would also be extended from 6 to 12 months. - Graduate of an accredited RN and NP Program - Master's degree* (* effective 5/23/07 for those not previously grandfathered in) - Current California RN license - Current California Nurse Practitioner certificate - Maintain current national certification from approved organizations (American Nurses Credentialing Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, or the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board) - DEA Registration Number required - California Furnishing Number -AHA BCLS - National Provider Identification Number (NPI) and be an approved Medicare provider. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred - Knowledge of worker's comp rules and regulations Notes: - This is a Per Diem, temporary position for approximately 90 days - Hours will varydepending on department needs -May need to travel2012-05-18 19:47:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134820CABakersfield, CA28800482http://kp.jobs/xml/28800482/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Psychiatric Nurse, R.N. Location: San Diego, CA Essential Functions: - Under the direction and supervision of a physician: - Utilizes e-script for medication refills. - Provide medication information to patients. - Participate with psychiatrist during medication clinics with responsibility for documentation and case management. - Other related duties as directed. - Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience in relevant clinical nursing setting. - Worked with psychiatric patients. - BA preferred. - Degree in Nursing. - Current CA RN license required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish). - Prior work experience with psychiatric patients and substance abuse patients. - Basic computer skills.2012-05-18 19:47:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134841CASan Diego, CA28800481http://kp.jobs/xml/28800481/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Echocard Techno Location: Harbor City, CA Under general supervision, performs echocardiograph procedures and prepares study for interpretation by cardiologist. Reviews data and may confer with the appropriate medical personnel. Reviews medical record to identify significant medical history. Supports the philosophy and complies with policies and procedures of the organization at the Cardiology Department. Essential Functions: - Performs diagnostic studies to include 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, color flow mapping, Stress - Transthoracic & transesophageal echocardiograms - Aids in preparation of records for interpretation, collection, & distribution of diagnostic data & reports - Ensure equipment is operational & available for procedures - Participate in developing & conducting in-service programs & patient care classes - Performs echocardiograph procedures, obtains necessary images, prepares study for interpretation by cardiologist, reviews data & may confer w/ appropriate medical personnel - Reviews medical record to identify significant medical history, which may include, but not limited to maintenance of equipment, supplies, logs, & files - Supports philosophy & complies w/ policies/procedures of organization & medical office department - Review, explain & clarify physician orders w/ patient or parent - Observe machine monitors. Perform routine diagnostic test - Assist physicians & medical staff w/ procedures, diagnostic examinations & treatments. - Restrain or support patient during procedures - Other procedures include Echocardiogram, Stress Test, & ultrasonic examinations - Prepare set-up sheets for physicians/therapists - Submit chart worksheets. Interview patients & collect patient data - Prepare exam results for interpretation by physicians. Read and/or interpret tracings & note findings. Read & assess diagnostic test abnormalities. - Consults w/ physician concerning test results & alert physicians to positive test results or test abnormalities - Call provider on positive test results - Perform accurate measurements & calculations on diagnostic test procedures - Cut & mount tracings, which best represent test patterns - Maintain current records of all testing - Record & maintain log of procedures & teaching files - Ensure equipment is available for procedures & examinations - Fill request for equipment & supplies. Maintain & order supplies. Inventory & replenish equipment & supplies. Rinse & clean instruments & equipment - Calibrate & adjust equipment in preparation for & during procedures - Operate ultrasound equipment including B-mode, real-time equipment & mobile ultrasound equipment - Operate equipment & reduce data from invasive (cardiac catheterization) & non-invasive diagnostic techniques - Clean & sterilize instruments, supplies & equipment. Clean, lubricate & perform routine preventive maintenance - Maintain equipment in good working order - Participate in developing & conducting in-service programs & patient care classes - Assist provider in patient examinations & procedures - Consult w/ provider concerning procedures & patient condition - Monitor & evaluate test readings during procedures - Prepare & position patients for diagnostic test & medical procedures - Assist physician during ultrasound examinations; attach EKG electrode leads - Perform echocardiograph diagnostic procedures - Treat patients using continuous mechanical ventilation - Assist physician in locating tumors and cardiac procedures - Assume other activities & responsibilities from time to time as directed Qualifications: Pay Grade: 26 Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of echocardiography with Doppler experience required - Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program or equivalent on the job training - Registered or registry eligible in echocardiography - Maintain current licensure/certifications required - Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of echocardiograph equipment and procedures - Ability to maneuver echocardiograph equipment which may exceed 500 lbs - Must be able to communicate in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing Preferred Qualifications: - BLS. - Exemplary customer service skills, phone etiquette, able to multitask and work in a fast paced high volume department. - Excellent verbal and written communications skills. - Demonstrated ability to problem solve and to utilize resources appropriately. Notes: - Rotating weekends - This is a variable position, work start hours will vary between 7:30 am to 9:30 amand end times between 3:30 pm to 6pm.2012-05-18 19:47:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133895CAHarbor City, CA28800479http://kp.jobs/xml/28800479/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic (Bilingual) Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: This is a Repost of 131240 Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3)years) full-time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care. - Bilingual (English/Spanish). Level II Preferred Qualifications: - Medical office background including vaccine administration. - High telephone volume work skills desired. - Travel Medicine experience preferred. - Ability to recognize and review high-risk situations with physician mentor. - Strong computer skills and ability to operate multiple computer systems. - Experience using multi-line telephones in a professional and friendly manner. - Strong customer service and interpersonal skills required. - BSN degree - Basic computer skills to include Word, Excel & Healthconnect. Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - Provides pre-travel advice to Kaiser members for multiple Southern California Service Areas. - Evaluates need for immunization and medications based on member's travel itinerary. - Co-ordinates care with other health disciplines including lab, pharmacy and physicians. - Must work multiple San Diego Area Primary Care locations and any location assigned with Mobile Health Vehicle, NASSCO or at employer group.2012-05-18 19:47:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134174CASan Diego, CA28800480http://kp.jobs/xml/28800480/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Diag Imag Tech-Sonog-PD Location: Los Angeles, CA Under indirect supervision, performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations & produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs which are used by physicians to diagnose disease processes & delineate both normal & abnormal human anatomy as well as pathological conditions in the organs of the abdomen, superficial structures such as the human breast & musculoskeletal, pelvis, gravid uterus & other areas of the human body as well as obstetrics (e.g., maternal uterus & Adnexa, fetal biophysical profile, amniocentesis) & interventional procedures such as biopsies, aspirations & drainage procedures. Essential Functions: - Identifies the impact of cultural diversity & lifestyle choices on patient condition & makes accommodations for such difference - Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served - Demonstrates competence & understands the overall operational function of the department to include scheduling of patients appointments by telephone, mail, or in person utilizing OPAS - Prepares patients for examinations & explains procedures in order to ally apprehensions; consults w/ referring physician & radiologist regarding patient's medical history to determine the type of ultrasonic procedure required & to correlate patient's history w/ test to be performed - Demonstrates competence in the operation of diagnostic ultrasound equipment, real-time & mobile, to obtain quality diagnostic images - Performs special application exams/tests such as assisting physicians in sterile procedures such as surgery, operating ultrasound equipment in surgery & during special applications such as localizations, aspirations and/or biopsies - Selects transducer & adjusts equipment controls according to organ of interest, depth of field & other specifications of test; moves transducer by hand over area of interest & observes sound wave display screen in order to evaluate quality of ultrasonic pattern produced - Keys test data & patient information into ultrasound equipment computer to record test results & diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout or film; photographs images of organs shown on display module - Identifies & processes images & prepares images for interpretation; discusses test results w/ physician - Utilizes ancillary devices such as selective transducers, monitors, images; scans areas/regions of interest using B-mode, M-mode & real time techniques optimizing display parameters & recorded images ; notes significance of structures displayed & recognizes artifacts & equipment limitations - Operates various ultrasound emitters to scan pertinent anatomical areas & records the signal response in a photographic or other mode - Produces quality, diagnostic images taking into account transducer selection, technical factors, patient variables, image annotation, evaluation & selection of representative images, criteria for diagnostic quality, artifacts & improvement of sub-optimal images - Documents clinical activity in a timely, comprehensive & accurate manner - Observes all applicable regional, medical center, & department policies & procedures - Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service - Demonstrates effective communication skills - Demonstrates professional maturity in all interactions w/ patient & staff - Maintains equipment, supplies & work area in accordance w/ department guidelines Qualifications: Pay Grade: 27 Basic Qualifications: - Current & valid registration as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the sub-specialty of OB-GYN - NT certification when performing Nuchal Translucency procedures in the OB-GYN department as stipulated in job code 30818 - Depending on exact assignment, specialty registration in abdominal, cardiac, cardiovascular or vascular sonography may be required - American Heart Association approved BLS - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of & to apply the principles, theories, practices & techniques of diagnostic medical sonography - Demonstrated ability to operate ultrasound equipment in order to produce quality images , recognize normal human anatomy & pathological conditions & utilize ultrasound equipment to differentiate disease processes & artifacts - Two (2) years of clinical experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in an acute care medical center, preferred PreferredQualifications: - Medical sonography experience Notes: - This is an On-Call position, hours and shifts will vay depending on departmenal needs - Will work rotating weekends2012-05-18 19:47:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133472CALos Angeles, CA28800477http://kp.jobs/xml/28800477/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Diag Imag Tech-Sonog-PD Location: Los Angeles, CA Under indirect supervision, performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations & produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs which are used by physicians to diagnose disease processes & delineate both normal & abnormal human anatomy as well as pathological conditions in the organs of the abdomen, superficial structures such as the human breast & musculoskeletal, pelvis, gravid uterus & other areas of the human body as well as obstetrics (e.g., maternal uterus & Adnexa, fetal biophysical profile, amniocentesis) & interventional procedures such as biopsies, aspirations & drainage procedures. Essential Functions: - Identifies the impact of cultural diversity & lifestyle choices on patient condition & makes accommodations for such difference - Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served - Demonstrates competence & understands the overall operational function of the department to include scheduling of patients appointments by telephone, mail, or in person utilizing OPAS - Prepares patients for examinations & explains procedures in order to ally apprehensions; consults w/ referring physician & radiologist regarding patient's medical history to determine the type of ultrasonic procedure required & to correlate patient's history w/ test to be performed - Demonstrates competence in the operation of diagnostic ultrasound equipment, real-time & mobile, to obtain quality diagnostic images - Performs special application exams/tests such as assisting physicians in sterile procedures such as surgery, operating ultrasound equipment in surgery & during special applications such as localizations, aspirations and/or biopsies - Selects transducer & adjusts equipment controls according to organ of interest, depth of field & other specifications of test; moves transducer by hand over area of interest & observes sound wave display screen in order to evaluate quality of ultrasonic pattern produced - Keys test data & patient information into ultrasound equipment computer to record test results & diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout or film; photographs images of organs shown on display module - Identifies & processes images & prepares images for interpretation; discusses test results w/ physician - Utilizes ancillary devices such as selective transducers, monitors, images; scans areas/regions of interest using B-mode, M-mode & real time techniques optimizing display parameters & recorded images ; notes significance of structures displayed & recognizes artifacts & equipment limitations - Operates various ultrasound emitters to scan pertinent anatomical areas & records the signal response in a photographic or other mode - Produces quality, diagnostic images taking into account transducer selection, technical factors, patient variables, image annotation, evaluation & selection of representative images, criteria for diagnostic quality, artifacts & improvement of sub-optimal images - Documents clinical activity in a timely, comprehensive & accurate manner - Observes all applicable regional, medical center, & department policies & procedures - Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service - Demonstrates effective communication skills - Demonstrates professional maturity in all interactions w/ patient & staff - Maintains equipment, supplies & work area in accordance w/ department guidelines Qualifications: Pay Grade: 27 Basic Qualifications: - Current & valid registration as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the sub-specialty of OB-GYN - NT certification when performing Nuchal Translucency procedures in the OB-GYN department as stipulated in job code 30818 - Depending on exact assignment, specialty registration in abdominal, cardiac, cardiovascular or vascular sonography may be required - American Heart Association approved BLS - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of & to apply the principles, theories, practices & techniques of diagnostic medical sonography - Demonstrated ability to operate ultrasound equipment in order to produce quality images , recognize normal human anatomy & pathological conditions & utilize ultrasound equipment to differentiate disease processes & artifacts - Two (2) years of clinical experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in an acute care medical center, preferred PreferredQualifications: - Medical sonography experience Notes: - This is an On-Call position, hours and shifts will vay depending on departmenal needs - Will work rotating weekends2012-05-18 19:47:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133474CALos Angeles, CA28800476http://kp.jobs/xml/28800476/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Inpatient Pharmacy Technician - (KS-1290) Location: Panorama City, CA Under direction of a licensed pharmacist, transcribe abbreviated & symbolized information from physician's orders to patient' medication profile, through manual & computer entry. Select & prepare medications, pharmaceutical products, & intravenous admixtures, including chemotherapeutic agents. Assist in the dispensing & distribution of medications. Maintain pharmacy merchandise & equipment. Review medication cassettes for returned medication. Types unit dose & intravenous admixture labels. Transport pharmacy merchandise. Essential Functions: - Review physician orders for completeness; transcribes appropriate information through computer order entry to generate patient medication profile by using pharmaceutical/ medical terminology, symbols, & abbreviations - Select & prepare medications & pharmaceutical products by name & dosage listed on physician's order, place merchandise in proper container w/ correct label, make required notations & initials physician's orders - Review physician's orders & patient medical record in order to determine whether allergies, sensitivities and/or reactions have been documented - Assure allergy/sensitivity information is recorded on patient medication profile - Alert pharmacist when prescribed medications may be contraindicated due to drug allergies, sensitivities, or interactions as indicated by information systems - Fill unit dose mediation cassettes from patient medication administration records by dispensing the appropriate supply through calculations based on dosage, strength & frequency of administration; perform substitution of drug equivalents through knowledge of generic, trade, chemical drug names & approved therapeutic equivalents; reviews medication administration record for appropriateness (i.e., drug entry, dosing frequency & documentation of administration), & advises appropriate licensed personnel of discrepancies - Maintain pharmacy inventory in designated areas; review pharmacy inventory for medications to be returned (i.e., expired products, deteriorated products, illegible labels, etc) - Assist the pharmacist in preparation, distribution, & record-keeping of controlled substances, i.e., narcotics, hypnotics, barbiturates, etc (Class II, III, IV, V), governed by federal & state law - Demonstrate the ability to distinguish controlled substances on physician's orders - Prepare required pharmacy products; use mathematical calculations & conversions from apothecary & avoirdupois to metric system - Prepare pharmacy products through an understanding of physical characteristics of medications, which require special packaging or handling - Prepare sterile admixture products, such as intravenous piggybacks, large volume parenterals, syringes, chemotherapy, & bulk manufactured products using techniques governed by aseptic parenteral admixture policies & procedures - Operate & maintain specialized pharmacy equipment (such as automated dispensing devices, IV compounding pumps, & unit dosing machines), cleaning, & performing periodic checks & adjustments - Chart all scheduled maintenance designed to ensure sterility according to protocol - Participate in the preparation, documentation, & scheduling of drug therapy for non-hospitalized patients - Assist or perform the duties of the inventory control assistant/stock clerk to prioritize & maintain maximum work flow in the pharmacy - Assist in medical office stocking-to-standards by organizing, replenishing stock, & preparing monthly recharges & credits Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must possess current California Pharmacy Technician (CPT)registration - Working knowledge of aseptic technique and ability to prepare sterile IV products - Ability to learn and willingness to prepare chemotherapeutic agents in locations where chemotherapy agents are prepared - Proficiency in oral and written communication skills - Ability to read, understand, and transcribe pharmaceutical information - Working knowledge of current drug forms, strengths, generic and trade name traditional and current equivalents - Requires working knowledge of, and the ability to become proficient in, the pharmacy computer system - Knowledge of federal and sate laws and regulations regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Must be able to stand for long periods of time, and communicate with co-workers and patients - Ability to lift/transport 1-50 lbs. Ability to do frequent bending, stooping, and reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - PR# KS-1290 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required2012-05-18 19:47:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133521CAPanorama City, CA28800478http://kp.jobs/xml/28800478/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital - Labor and Delivery RN - Anaheim Per Diem Nightshift Location: Anaheim, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in L & D or completion of KP L&D course or approved equivalent (which includes basic fetal monitoring and NRP) within prior 12 months. - Current NRP & ACLS card required. - Successful completion of AWHONN advanced fetal monitoring course since 2006. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. - Ability to scrub and circulate as required.2012-05-18 19:47:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132429CAAnaheim, CA28800475http://kp.jobs/xml/28800475/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Radiology Asst II Location: San Diego, CA Under limited supervision, performs routine patient care and assists RN and technologist or radiologist during procedures according to established guidelines; performs clerical and other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws - In accordance with established procedures, performs routine patient care such as: taking vital signs; giving prescribed amounts of Barium; assists patients with dressing/undressing; places patient on bedpan or urinal; positions patient on x-ray table; checks to ensure proper functioning of IV, catheters, drainage and respiration bags - Assists with transferring of patient from wheelchair or gurney to x-ray table - Drapes patient with lead apron as needed - Assists with biopsies and disposes of needles following established guidelines - Assists Nurse Anesthetist with anesthesia equipment according to established guidelines - Stocks all supplies; ensures that all equipment are operating properly and replaces if necessary; keeps a daily equipment log; reports malfunctions to engineering; processes all x-ray films - Greets patients, explains examinations, and describes possible reactions according to established guidelines - Verifies all forms for accuracy including screening for allergies and pregnancy according to established guidelines - Logs all patients in log book; makes patient's x-ray jacket, orders x-ray jackets and charts as needed; completes patient requisition and lab forms - Answers phones; coordinates transportation of patients from other departments - Wears radiation detection badge as required - Performs other related duties as required - Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience working with the public. - CNA certification required OR MA with six (6) months of experience OR twelve (12) months of equivalent experience in a medical setting. - CPR certification during probationary period. - Typing skills & familiarity with general office equipment, including computers. - Ability to communicate effectively. - Familiarity with moving patients in a clinical setting. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous experience in an Imaging Department as a Tech Assistant. - Knowledge of medical imaging terminology. - Familiarity with computers (Windows environment). Notes: - This is an on-call position, schedule / shifts / days / hours will vary to accommodate department needs. - May require travel to all Diagnostic Imaging locations in the San Diego Service Area. - To cover CT, MRI, US and MAMMO at all locations as needed for vacation and sick coverage.2012-05-18 19:47:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia122913CASan Diego, CA28800465http://kp.jobs/xml/28800465/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Investigation Specialist II (Pasadena, CA) Location: Pasadena, CA In support to National Functions HR, investigates workplace complaints of violation of policy or law w/in the National Business Units received through the KP National Compliance Hotline or through other internal channels. Nature of investigations will vary in scope & seriousness, such that failure to investigate might subject the organization to serious legal & financial risk. Complaints to be investigated may include, amongst other categories, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, inappropriate mgmt practices, hostile work environment, workplace violence, & unfair treatment. Assesses, analyzes & draws conclusions from investigative evidence. Develops & presents investigative findings & recommendations for corrective action to HR Business Partner & mgmt, as approp. Identifies opportunities for systemic corrective action, & recommends changes to policies or operational practices and/or implementation of training to reduce recurrence of complaints. Serves as HR National Functions subject matter expert on investigative practice. Some nat'l travel may be required. Essential Functions: - Handles moderately complex to complex & difficult investigations - Conducts investigations & develops draft responses to external agency EEO discrimination charges for review by legal counsel - Provides consultative services to investigation specialist HRCs & managers - Activities may include, but are not limited to: - Conduct of investigations: W/in scope of position, leads & coordinates investigations requiring multiple investigators - Reviews & edits draft position statements & investigation reports prepared by junior staff - Investigates moderately complex to complex/serious workplace complaints of violation of policy or law w/in the National Business Units received through the Kaiser Permanente National Compliance Hotline or through other internal channels - Nature of investigations will vary in scope & seriousness, & may include, amongst other categories, investigation of complaints of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, inappropriate mgmt practices, hostile work environment, workplace violence, & unfair treatment - Independently & w/ discretion, formulates plan, processes, & timetables to conduct accurate, complete & thorough investigations w/in specified timeframes & according to specified quality standards - Identifies, gathers & preserves relevant hard-copy & electronic documents & other evidence for the investigation - Identifies relevant witnesses, & conducts & documents interviews of those witnesses - May provide next-level review of investigations conducted by others - Assessment of evidence: Reviews, interprets, analyzes & evaluates statements, documents & physical evidence collected during the investigation - Develops & applies knowledge of employment discrimination laws, whistle-blowing laws, rules of evidence (e.g., hearsay, legal privilege) & other laws to investigation plan, investigation & report/response - Assesses credibility of witnesses & makes determinations regarding violations of law or KP policy - May provide next-level review of evidence gathered in other investigations - Development & presentation of investigative findings: Prepares comprehensive & accurate factual & analytical investigative reports to mgmt, human resources, and/or legal counsel - Systemic corrective action: Identifies & monitors trends of investigative activity by business unit & other parameters, to be determined - Assume other duties as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) to eight (8) years of experience, with progressive responsibility in Human Resources, to include a minimum of three (3) years direct responsibility conducting employment-related investigations, and other relevant case management and investigation experience - Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Human Resources or directly related field, OR bachelor's degree with equivalent experience - Strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal employment laws and regulations - Demonstrated experience and skill in developing and conducting training programs - Demonstrated experience and skill in conducting complex employment-related investigations and drafting reports on investigations - Demonstrated experience and skill in the application of conflict resolution techniques in complaint resolution procedures - Established ability to identify, analyze and differentiate investigation issues and processes in employee complaints - Ability to work independently, influence change, and compile analytical data and trend analysis - Excellent interpersonal skills (i.e., verbal and written communication) - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-05-18 19:47:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136205CAPasadena, CA28800443http://kp.jobs/xml/28800443/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Operations Specialist II -Executive and Business/Management Recruitment Location: Oakland, CA Operations Specialist II Executive & Business/Management Recruitment Oakland, CA / Walnut Creek, CA** (**This position requires the individual to work in our Oakland, CA location four days per week and one day per week in our Walnut Creek, CA office.) Health is our business Make it yours. At Kaiser Permanente, we realize that it takes more than expert medical care to be one of the nation's leading health care providers and not-for-profit health plans. Today we serve the health care needs of more than 8.9 million members and it takes advanced technologies, state-of-art facilities, and the people to support them. Come impact your future, and the future of care. Responsible for providing analytical/technical business support for a major project and/or department in a particular KP job family (HR, Finance, Legal, Communications, Facilities, QA, etc.). Under the overall general guidance of a Director and/or Manager, responsible for researching data, performing analyses, presenting results, and making recommendations. Acts as program/policy specialist to assist department and/or cross-divisional groups with assignments/initiatives as required. Collaborates with functional/department subject matter experts in testing and implementing process improvements. In this role, you will have an opportunity to use your exceptional multi-tasking skills as you assume responsibility for a broad scope of analytical and technical assignments. Your ability to research and analyze data and present your findings and recommendations will be invaluable to senior management. In addition, you must be able to focus on the total picture when you act as a program/policy specialist for the department and/or cross-divisional groups in testing and implementing process improvements. The majority of your time will be spent providing complex administrative and project support, while at the same time independently developing and managing complex narrative and quantitative reports to meet informational requirements of the management team. In addition, you will research complex data needed to complete project milestones and/or reports, review monthly project financial reports, and consolidate, analyze and report on metrics data. You will serve as an administrative liaison with multiple groups within Kaiser Permanente, as well as external parties, and prepare confidential travel arrangements, expense reports, personnel reports, and correspondence for two Directors of Recruitment. Other duties will include: acting as executive recruiting assistant for confidential searches; onboarding new employees and contractors, including ordering laptops, cell phones, etc.; and other administrative functions. Essential Functions: - Independently develops/manages complex narrative and quantitative reports to meet informational requirements of KP management and external agencies and organizations for critical financial, departmental or operational analyses. Researches and collects complex information needed to complete project milestones and/or reports. (25%) - Identifies requirements for end-user systems applications, and designs and implements systems and processes to allow access to data and to safeguard data integrity. (20%) - Develops content for intranet site and coordinates with communication specialist. (5%) - Ensures activities meet expectations, utilizing project management techniques and tools to independently resolve scheduling issues and advises management of resolutions. (15%) - Creates monthly project financial reports in response to business needs; consolidates and analyzes results to provide variance analyses and performance metrics. (10%) - Participates in various complex special projects and provides analytical back-up support. (10%) - Interfaces with KP employees across multiple organizations and external parties as a liaison for the department/function. (10%) - Provides complex administrative and project support to management using advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, MS Project, and/or PowerPoint). (5%) - Key responsibilities impact the achievement of department objectives. - Contributions impact the completion of important projects and department objectives. - Errors would cause significant delays, inefficiencies and/or expenses. - Applies extensive knowledge of functional procedures and experience to make decisions independently. - Exercises judgment to determine the best way to navigate through barriers/problems to accomplish department objectives. - Develops solutions to a variety of problems of significant scope and complexity using judgment/experience with KP/department practices and procedures. - Issues are not clearly defined and solutions require significant problem solving experience to come up with solutions and recommendations. - Exchanges and interprets non-routine information and works in collaboration with others. - Communicates/presents detailed, complex department information to functional analysts and management. - Use extensive knowledge of department policies and procedures and exercises independent judgment to achieve unique/complex project work steps. - Works independently and checks in with manager at key project milestones. - Independently exercises discretion as needed to accomplish assignments. - Provides periodic work guidance/direction to and training of team members. Qualifications: Qualifications for this position include the following: - Minimum of seven years of administrative and operational support with increasing scope and discretion - Minimum of three years of strong analytical experience. - High School Diploma/GED equivalent - Proficiency working with a variety of online processes - Ability to acquire and use In-depth knowledge of the organization's policies, practices, practices, business principles, theories, concepts, and systems - Demonstrated ability to utilize advanced business theories/concepts to accomplish significant department projects and/or initiatives - Ability to exercise independent judgment and rely on experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities to make sound decisions - Advanced knowledge of Excel to create complex spreadsheets and reports - Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Word, MS Project and/or PowerPoint used to create complex presentation materials with graphs, illustrations, etc. which conform with the established organizational format - Superior quantitative and analytical skills to create concise, detailed reports - Strong negotiating, influencing, and project management skills Preferred credentials/qualifications include the following: - BA/BS degree highly preferred - A strategic thinker with a good grasp of accounting and financial principles - Experience supporting more than one Director/Manager - Ability to work a flexible schedule if needed If you are looking for an opportunity that is both professionally challenging and personally stimulating , we invite you to visit jobs.kp.org for complete qualifications and job submission details, referencing job number _____________. Kaiser Permanente is an EOE/AA employer. Drug-free workplace. Kaiser Permanente was named a 2011 Best Place to Work in the Bay Area by the San Francisco Business Times. Find out why by hearing from our employees at kp.org/jobs/video. Follow us on twitter.com/KPCareers or visit the KP Careers tab on facebook.com/KPThrive. This position supports Kaiser Permanente's code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. jobs.kp.org2012-05-18 19:47:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136216CAOakland, CA28800444http://kp.jobs/xml/28800444/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Project Manager Lead Location: Oakland, CA This position will primarily support the Director of Broker Strategy and the Manager of Broker Development. The Lead Project Manager isresponsible for managing multiple projects of a strategic nature many of which will be unique and aligned with the execution of our broker strategy. They will work with initiatives and some operational processes on broker development and training. Projects will involve e-communications and internet based activities. Some data manipulation with excel pivot tables is required; therefore, knowledge in these areas, software and with B2B communications is desired. They also need to be able to work with power point and be capable of developing and making presentations to various audiences including leadership. This position may also be involved with the development and management of specific training activities involving Continuing Education Credits for our life and health agents. This will include interactions with our field representatives and potentially vendors. Essential Functions: - Manages complex projects or multiple projects of moderate complexity - Leverages knowledge and prior experience to develop appropriate solutions - Manages development of business case and may present business case - Matches appropriate methods to identified client needs - Demonstrates knowledge of the risk management process - Participates in the application of the risk management process - Leverages knowledge of and trains Project Management methodology, skills, tools for team members - Converts business cases to business plans - Develops and executes user training plans - Stays abreast of enterprise-wide projects - Develops framework and manages the tracking of interdependencies within or across projects - Accountable for coordination of collection and validation of business requirements - May determine the impact of current/existing technologies on the project - Works on assignments of diverse and complex scope - Interprets less defined guidelines to make recommendations for process improvements and/or enhancements - Requires complex planning to coordinate with other departments or resources - Oversees transition of project team members to new projects - Ensures lessons learned applied to future efforts - Responsibilities impact the achievement of key functional and/or KP objectives that have direct and significant business impact - Contributes to the development of the department's objectives - Erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally result in the inability to reach functional objectives and negatively affects expenditures and resources - Total project budget typically up to $25 Million - Project size typically multiple sites and/or multiple regions and/or up to ten (10) interdependent processes - Understands and consistently meets client expectations within scope of project role by responding promptly to client enquiries - Involves interpreting and analyzing established concepts and trends - Exercises considerable judgment to make decisions for less defined and complex issues - Requires complex decision-making - Develops solutions to a diverse range of complex problems, which require creativity and innovation within broadly defined policies and practices - Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions for more complex problems - Recognized as an expert in their functional area - Develops and sustains relationships with client management during projects - Helps people understand their role in the project and in improving performance - Keeps people informed about goals, priorities, resources and progress to keep them focused on performance needs and requirements - Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment - Work is accomplished without considerable direction - Work is evaluated upon completion to ensure objectives and performance requirements have been met - Provides input to and may conduct performance appraisals for team members - Assume other duties as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience. - Minimum Five (5) project management experience. - Demonstrates knowledge and experience re: use of change management process. - Demonstrates understanding of and applies knowledge in all phases of the project delivery life cycle. - Good collaboration, communication and presentation skills.2012-05-18 19:47:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136226CAOakland, CA28800445http://kp.jobs/xml/28800445/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Strategy Manager Location: Oakland, CA Senior Strategy Manager Kaiser Permanente, Oakland, CA Summary: Position Summary: Provides oversight and leads strategy development for one or more lines of business which will inform the growth and market planning essential to KP's revenue, membership and margin goals. Strategy Senior Managers provide strategic-thinking, analytical and leadership skills that enable project teams to: 1) evaluate business issues; 2) design and execute analytics for studying business issues (market research, scenario planning, forecasting, market share, profitability, etc); 3) identify linkages and understand implications of any strategic decisions across lines of business; 4) bring technical/content expertise (competitive intelligence, utilization, financial analysis, market research, deep data analysis & programming); 5) vet findings and make formal recommendations to senior levels of KP leadership; 6) review/approve strategic recommendations. Incumbents would manage teams whose work includes development of multi-year market strategy plans, pricing strategies to achieve membership, revenue & margin goals, market research findings, competitive intelligence insights. Selects, develops, evaluates, and coaches strategy team personnel. Essential Functions: - Works with Senior Director to develop scope of work for team, setting strategic and business direction, context & priorities for the team. - Provides oversight, coaching & management to individual contributors (e.g. Analysts, Market Strategy Consultants) - Educate and communicate goals, strategy, and methodologies clearly and persuasively - Collaborate with internal functional partners - Build effective and influential relationships with leadership (e.g., line of business VP, functional leads) Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: MANAGEMENT/ BUSINESS EXPERIENCE 8+ years content/functional experience in Healthcareand or strategicdevelopment and or management consulting and a minimum of 2 years of management experience; Or, Master's degree and 4-7 years experience. FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Advanced knowledge (broad expertise or unique knowledge) of strategy development methods, practices and systems. Advanced knowledge of analytic methods and tools. Develops advanced concepts, techniques, and standards. Develops new applications based on professional principles and theories. Viewed as functional expert in field within KP. Applies advanced principles, theories, and concepts. Contributes to the development of innovative principles and ideas. Bachelor's degree required (e.g. Business, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Sciences) Preferred Qualifications: At least 8 years content/functional experience in Healthcareand or strategicdevelopment and or management consulting and 3-5 years of management experience Master's degree strongly preferred (e.g., MBA, Economics)2012-05-18 19:47:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136290CAOakland, CA28800446http://kp.jobs/xml/28800446/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Director - Strategic Sales (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Director - Strategic Accounts Oakland, CA This position reports to the Director of Medicare and State Programs and is directly responsible for developing and executing the overall sales and account management strategy for the employer group Medicare Line of Business. This position is accountable for meeting regional sales goals. Senior Retire Programs Consultants, Retiree Programs Consultants and Service Associates report to this position. Essential Functions: - Provides strategic leadership. - Creates and executes a business strategy and plan for Group Medicare that is integrated with the Individual Medicare Strategy, commercial Account Management strategy, and Pricing Strategy. - Assures development of Strategic Account Planning for retiree accounts in collaboration with commercial account managers. - Successfully integrates with National Accounts for consistency of products and policies. - Builds external relationships with key customers/channels to understand their perspectives and create a feedback loop on policies, marketplace issues, and trends. - Develops strong collaborative relationships with other Directors and functional and service area leadership to develop and implement successful growth strategies for Medicare and State Programs. - Participates on the Medicare Strategy Team. - Leads regional and strategic initiatives. - Identifies opportunities and problems that warrant initiative attention. - Uses influence to engage key stakeholders and leaders. - Ensure Group Medicare perspective in represented in key initiatives. - Coaches and develops staff. - Provide direction for a consistent hiring and orientation process. - Create and model a coaching culture that supports continuous growth and development at all levels. - Share accountability with HPI for the development of curricula and tools that support Group Medicare for direct reports, account management and sales, and pricing. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 10 years of experience in a marketing and sales management with demonstrated leadership experience in sales, marketing and business development in the health care industry. - Must possess and successfully demonstrate the required competencies of business acumen, strategic thinking, negotiation and influence. - 7 years of experience in directing and managing professional staff. Demonstrated history of results orientation. - Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or a related field or comparable professional experience required. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree strongly preferred.2012-05-18 19:47:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136377CAOakland, CA28800447http://kp.jobs/xml/28800447/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: PMO Plan Manager and SharePoint Administrator-OneLink-Pleasanton CA Location: Pleasanton, CA PMO - Plan Manager & SharePoint Administration (2 YEAR DURATIONAL POSITION) Kaiser Permanente Pleasanton, CA The OneLink Program is a program wide initiative to replace our aging legacy finance and supply chain applications across the program with a suite of primarily PeopleSoft (now Oracle) applications. The Project Management team partners with Kaiser Permanente's national KPIT organization, National Financial Systems, and business partners to understand the strategic direction and priorities of their businesses and assumes end-to-end accountability to ensure delivery of IT solutions and services that provide the highest value in support of that strategic direction. The Plan Manager in the Project Management Office (PMO) will manage the integrated project plan and schedules ensuring on-time completion of commitments, on-budget resource management, and provide project management metrics. This position requires a dynamic and energetic project manager/senior coordinator with a strong customer service orientation who will be responsible primarily responsible for project schedule management but will also collaborate with Track management on communication, risk analysis, quality assurance and team management. Proven expertise in creating and maintaining detail resource-loaded, project schedules with an understanding of SDLC methodologies. Strong client relationship building skills are essential, as is the ability to manage highly complex, large-scale project schedules with multiple inter-dependencies. Familiarity with ERP and Business Reporting implementations, budgets, work plans and schedules, and deliverable and responsibility matrices is critical. PMI certification is a plus. Large scale experience with ERP programs and ERP business reporting is required, as is hands-on MS Project software expertise. Additionally, candidate will also support and maintain program Sharepoint sites - setting up new sites as required, maintaining existing sites, troubleshooting issues and performance. Essential Functions: - Create and maintain Business Reporting Track project schedules, following appropriate methodology and planning standards and processes; load dates and resources to fully build out schedule for all phases of the project. - Ensure the accuracy and quality of the Business Reporting Project plan, which consists of multiple concurrent regional implementations. - Meet customer expectations, including: Ensure the Plan Management team meets SLA's for OneLink Track and Vertical Plans Provide excellent customer service to OneLink Track and Vertical leadership as measured by customer satisfaction surveys Produce OneLink plan management metrics / dashboard / trend reports Deliver Status Reportingthat meet the needs of IT and OneLink PMO leadership - Actively participate in process improvement initiatives in support of the OneLink Program, including: Implementing new and changed plan management processes (i.e., Build, Monitor/Control, Close, Reporting / Status on all Schedule / Resource areas) including providing review and feedback of proposed changes Ensuring OneLink Plan Management processes integrate successfully with Issue Management, Project Change Management and related PMO processes Utilizing all agreed upon Process Changes for Plan Management - Act as Change Agent for PMO Project Management Process. Ensure continued alignment between IT and Finance processes Alignment for OneLink Program voice and adoption Lead across the Program Team, including: Participate in General and impacting Process meeting to represent OneLInk Participate within OneLink Team to align with PMPA initiatives where appropriate Work to adopt PMPA initiatives as advocate for OneLink Program - Participate in defining and maintaining controls and standards to ensure schedules are built in a consistent manner, effectively maintained and appropriately backed up, including: Baseline schedules according to PMO guidelines and implement appropriate monitor and control processes into the schedules Ensure project plan deliverables are built into the schedules appropriately and coach track team as necessary on deliverable responsibilities, dependencies, templates, etc. Ensure established PMO controls are implemented within the schedules Coordinate initiation of new plans, ensuring budget and resource needs are understood and communicated - Support and maintain OneLink program SharePoint sites which includes: Site Maintenance and Administration: Provide day-to-day SharePoint Administrative support and maintenance for the OneLink Program. o Create/Maintain user accounts & permissions o Monitor disk space utilization and capacity; work with IT to address any disk space issues o Develop and present site usage metrics and surveys as requested Service Request and Defect Resolution: Respond to OL SharePoint service, defect and change requests. Maintain all issue, defect and change request logs. Submit and monitor service requests for Technical and Architecture support as needed. Site Design and Customizations: Contribute expertise around overall site design and integration of the SharePoint capabilities. o Create SharePoint sites and site collections o Work with team leads and/or managers on site Design ('look and feel') o Provide direction on content structure, use of views, customized lists, etc. Training and Education: Create and Maintain a 'OneLink SharePoint Support/Training' site o Publish FAQ's o Develop and Maintain Training Material as needed o Provide Training on the navigation and use of OL SharePoint sites as requested Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or Management Information Systems or equivalent experience. - 7+ years progressive experience as a project coordinator/manager that includes managing schedules for implementations of large, complex projects with multi-million dollar budgets and direct experience in client relationship management. - Strong customer focus and excellent verbal and written communication skills - Broad understanding of ERP and ERP Business Reporting projects - Advanced experience with Microsoft Project - Ability to establish strong relationships and influence successfully in a matrixed environment - 2 years Sharepoint administration experience and expertise Preferred Qualifications: - PMI Certification - Advanced MS Project skills with experience in fully resource loaded planning - Understanding of the health care and insurance industry - Familiarity with Clarity PPM tool (Workbench) - Advanced Sharepoint administration experience2012-05-18 19:47:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136392CAPleasanton, CA28800448http://kp.jobs/xml/28800448/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Manager EEO Investigations (Walnut Creek, CA) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Directs, manages and coordinates the activities of the Statewide EEO Investigations Unit in the National HR Compliance organization at KP, with jurisdiction over EEO investigation matters pertaining to all California employees across several company entities. Responsible for development and implementation of EEO Investigations Unit goals and objectives in alignment with National Compliance mandates and the National HR People Strategy. Accountable for ensuring Kaiser Permanente's commitment to fair and equitable treatment of employees through the efficient operation of the Statewide EEO Investigations Unit in a manner that is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and organizational policies and procedures in the area of discrimination/Equal Employment Opportunity.Proactively engages key stakeholders as an effective change agent able to effectively solicit buy-in and visible support for change initiatives. Demonstrates an ongoing and active commitment to sustained and effective change, and to developing and actively encouraging new ideas. Anticipates and identifies opportunities for change. Essential Functions: - Manages the quality and consistency of investigations and resolution of formal and internal charges of discrimination, including appropriate assignment of cases to investigators depending upon severity and sensitivity of allegation(s), complexity of case, case volume and input from legal counsel. Exercise intervention as needed to clear any bottlenecks in the efficient and timely completion of individual investigations. - Assures appropriate coordination and preparation in dealing with KP's internal Legal Department, external counsel and government agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Fair Employment and Housing, as well as Compliance Hotline Liaisons and company HR professionals as dictated by circumstances. - Implements and manages processes for investigations related to EEO and employee relations issues, whether reported through the company's Compliance Hotline, internally to HR/management or as an external agency charge. Accountable for ensuring that all processes are in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, provide for effective integration of investigations, minimize the organization's business risk and legal liability and effectively promote problem resolution. - Builds an effective workteam of technical experts in EEO investigations to support National Functions and the Business Units. Develops and presents specialized programs accordingly. Reviews and updates training material to ensure consistency with organizational policies and current laws and regulations. Ensures that the Investigation Unit staff participates in Human Resource training development as a consultant, presenter and panel expert. - Heads a centralized regional unit in NCAL but would be expected to work across the KP enterprise. - Provides daily management to mostly exempt employees. - Responsible for the people processes of the unit including performance reviews, performance management, resource management, objective setting and alignment and employee development, coaching and training. - Demonstrated excellence in working collaboratively in a team setting. - Demonstrates significant business acumen. Ability to articulate a strategic picture by identifying trends and analyzing data. Able to identify training opportunities for HR professional to mitigate organizational risk. - Researches and stays abreast of regulations and statutes. Determines impact of implementation of new regulations and statutes and required notifications, changes, and training. - Develops strategies for communicating required changes and executes on plans to implement required changes Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 10 years of recent experience in EEO or Human Resources, minimum of 3 years of which includes direct responsibility for conducting employment related investigations in a lead or supervisory role, or the equivalent investigatory or case management experience, including the demonstrated ability to manage an investigations unit. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, psychology, or relevant field. Relevant HR experience may be substituted for degree. - Demonstrated excellence in working collaboratively in a team setting. - Demonstrated experience working on integrated cross-functional and enterprise-wide efforts Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in a Union environment preferable. - Knowledge of health care industry preferred.2012-05-18 19:47:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136421CAWalnut Creek, CA28800449http://kp.jobs/xml/28800449/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Manager EEO Investigations (Pasadena, CA) Location: Pasadena, CA Directs, manages and coordinates the activities of the Statewide EEO Investigations Unit in the National HR Compliance organization at KP, with jurisdiction over EEO investigation matters pertaining to all California employees across several company entities. Responsible for development and implementation of EEO Investigations Unit goals and objectives in alignment with National Compliance mandates and the National HR People Strategy. Accountable for ensuring Kaiser Permanente's commitment to fair and equitable treatment of employees through the efficient operation of the Statewide EEO Investigations Unit in a manner that is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and organizational policies and procedures in the area of discrimination/Equal Employment Opportunity.Proactively engages key stakeholders as an effective change agent able to effectively solicit buy-in and visible support for change initiatives. Demonstrates an ongoing and active commitment to sustained and effective change, and to developing and actively encouraging new ideas. Anticipates and identifies opportunities for change. Essential Functions: - Manages the quality and consistency of investigations and resolution of formal and internal charges of discrimination, including appropriate assignment of cases to investigators depending upon severity and sensitivity of allegation(s), complexity of case, case volume and input from legal counsel. Exercise intervention as needed to clear any bottlenecks in the efficient and timely completion of individual investigations. - Assures appropriate coordination and preparation in dealing with KP's internal Legal Department, external counsel and government agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Fair Employment and Housing, as well as Compliance Hotline Liaisons and company HR professionals as dictated by circumstances. - Implements and manages processes for investigations related to EEO and employee relations issues, whether reported through the company's Compliance Hotline, internally to HR/management or as an external agency charge. Accountable for ensuring that all processes are in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, provide for effective integration of investigations, minimize the organization's business risk and legal liability and effectively promote problem resolution. - Builds an effective workteam of technical experts in EEO investigations to support National Functions and the Business Units. Develops and presents specialized programs accordingly. Reviews and updates training material to ensure consistency with organizational policies and current laws and regulations. Ensures that the Investigation Unit staff participates in Human Resource training development as a consultant, presenter and panel expert. - Heads a centralized regional unit in SCAL but would be expected to work across the KP enterprise. - Provides daily management to mostly exempt employees. - Responsible for the people processes of the unit including performance reviews, performance management, resource management, objective setting and alignment and employee development, coaching and training. - Demonstrated excellence in working collaboratively in a team setting. - Demonstrates significant business acumen. Ability to articulate a strategic picture by identifying trends and analyzing data. Able to identify training opportunities for HR professional to mitigate organizational risk. - Researches and stays abreast of regulations and statutes. Determines impact of implementation of new regulations and statutes and required notifications, changes, and training. - Develops strategies for communicating required changes and executes on plans to implement required changes Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 10 years of recent experience in EEO or Human Resources, minimum of 3 years of which includes direct responsibility for conducting employment related investigations in a lead or supervisory role, or the equivalent investigatory or case management experience, including the demonstrated ability to manage an investigations unit. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, psychology, or relevant field. Relevant HR experience may be substituted for degree. - Demonstrated excellence in working collaboratively in a team setting. - Demonstrated experience working on integrated cross-functional and enterprise-wide efforts Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in a Union environment preferable. - Knowledge of health care industry preferred.2012-05-18 19:47:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136440CAPasadena, CA28800450http://kp.jobs/xml/28800450/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Lead OE Consultant (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Provides consulting services for a broad array of organizational areas. Develops organizational strategies and designs to meet current and future demands on the business. Leads and directs large-scale organization change efforts impacting multiple levels of stakeholders throughout the organization. Provides systemic solutions to implement, sustain, and optimize changes across the Program. Utilizes and provides leadership to a network of Organization Effectiveness, Organization Development, and/or Organization Change Management practitioners to design and implement solutions across the Program. Essential Functions: - Provides organization effectiveness consulting services for strategic initiatives within assigned function or region. - Serves as organization strategy and change consultant and content subject matter expert to leadership. - Develops project structure, approach and work plan. - Designs, develops, directs, and delivers organization change, organization design, and organization strategy programs. - Provides coaching to the most senior levels of leadership on organization-related issues. - Provides change management strategies and tactics to enhance effective implementation of organization initiatives. - Leads committees and work groups charged with implementing organization, department, or unit level improvement strategies. - Monitors and measures effectiveness of change programs delivered. - Works on assignments of the largest scope and complexity, impacting multiple functions and regions. - Recommends process improvements and/or enhancements. - Requires very complex planning to coordinate with other departments or resources. - Provides leadership and mentoring to more junior OE consultants. - Responsibilities impact the achievement of key functional or regional objectives that have direct and extremely significant business impact. - Requires a high degree of judgment to make decisions for less defined and complex issues. - Requires complex decision-making. - Develops solutions to a diverse range of extremely complex problems, which require creativity and innovation - Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions for more complex problems. - Provides professional/ technical guidance to team members. - Influences others to buy into new concepts and methodologies. - Engages in matters requiring coordination across all lines of business Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Twelve (12) to Fifteen (15) years of relevant experience in organization change, organization design, performance improvement, and/or benefits realization. - Experience leading large program teams (fifty (50) plus people) through complex change programs. - Working knowledge of/experience with all of the following functional areas: information technology, finance, sales and marketing, and operations. - Master's degree in business administration, organization development, human resources management, or a related field or equivalent experience. - Healthcare or health insurance knowledge preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of business operations, management practices and principles, and human resources management trends and practices. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis. - Demonstrated competency in large group facilitation and project management. - Ability to analyze and synthesize complex qualitative and quantitative date. - Demonstrated ability to identify and implement innovative approaches. - In-depth knowledge of policies, practices and systems. - Regularly contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards. - Frequently contributes to the development of new approaches and methods. - Employs expertise as a generalist or specialist. - Expert knowledge of industry practices. - Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of all related fields. - Must be able to skillfully communicate with all Project Team Members, as related to all aspects of the project. - Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in the following: - Oral communication, written communication, development of summary-level presentations, strong facilitation skills, coaching of managers, customer service, interpersonal relations, influence/negotiation, creativity/innovation, conflict resolution, assessment and feedback, team building, teamwork, and leadership.2012-05-18 19:47:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134050CAOakland, CA28800432http://kp.jobs/xml/28800432/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Assistant Department Manager RN 40/hr Day [Med Surg Tele] - Es220 Location: San Francisco, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Schedule: May include weekends and after hours based on departmental needs.2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136038CASan Francisco, CA28800256http://kp.jobs/xml/28800256/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Department Manager Leader RN 40/hr Day [Med Surg Tele] - Es219 Location: San Francisco, CA Manages 24-hour departments providing patient care services. Ensures staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical standards of care and practice; responsible for all resource budgeting, selection and development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of 24-hour departments that may be at multiple locations. - Ensures Assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements. - Establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members and internal clients' expectations. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops and monitors budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. - Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Ensures on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organizations goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Oversees and develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive nursing experience in both patient care and management/leadership roles required (usually five (5) years). - Previous supervisory experience required (usually four (4) years). - BSN or BA in a health care related field strongly preferred. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certificate required. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. Schedule: May include weekends and after hours, based on departmental needs.2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136041CASan Francisco, CA28800258http://kp.jobs/xml/28800258/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Patient Care Coordinator/Case Manager/Discharge Planner RN 40/hr Day [EU231] Location: San Francisco, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Schedule: May include weekends, variable shifts and after hours, based on departmental needs.2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136045CASan Francisco, CA28800259http://kp.jobs/xml/28800259/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Patient Care Coordinator/Case Manager/Discharge Planner RN 16/hr Day Sat/Sun [EU230] Location: San Francisco, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Schedule: May include weekends, variable shifts and after hours, based on departmental needs.2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136048CASan Francisco, CA28800260http://kp.jobs/xml/28800260/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Patient Care Coordinator/Case Manager/Discharge Planner RN 40/hr Day [EU229] Location: San Francisco, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Schedule: May include weekends, variable shifts and after hours, based on departmental needs.2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136052CASan Francisco, CA28800262http://kp.jobs/xml/28800262/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Research Asst Location: Oakland, CA Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants. Recruits and consents study participants. Assists in training new study staff in study protocols and provides instruction to study participants. Uses computer software to provide basic data management and generate reports. Essential Functions: - Assists in training new study staff in protocols and implementation of study goals/objectives - Provides instruction to participants to teach them how to perform specific study protocols - Prepares computer-generated reports, including statistical tables - Answers participants' and providers' questions - Screens and recruits participants; obtains consent - Schedules examination appointments for study participants - Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants and providers - Reviews questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; and codes open-ended questions. - Assists with all aspects of mailed surveys - Monitors participant's progress (e.g., blood pressure, exercise, response to questionnaires, tracking, etc) - Provides basic data management using database software - Maintains all pertinent project records and files - Transcribes data from records to forms Secondary Functions: -Need to administer Anthopometric measurements to adult and Infant participants -Data Entry of study visit information -Processing of Blood specimens may be required -Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds. -Staff must have a California Drivers License. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year experience in a research/health care environment required - Previous interviewing experience required - Experience in editing/coding questionnaires required - Experience and knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing and database software, required - Associate's degree or equivalent experience required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred - Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience in field - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; telephone skills required - Familiar with medical terminology - Must be able to work in Labor and Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: -Bilingual Spanish-English Schedule: Part-time, Regular; 30hrs week; Day shift; Wed, Thurs, Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm & Sat - 7:00am to 1:00pm ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for1 year(s) work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding++2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136055CAOakland, CA28800261http://kp.jobs/xml/28800261/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Sr Research Asst Location: Sacramento, CA Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants. Recruits and consents study participants. Assists in training new study staff in study protocols and provides instruction to study participants. Uses computer software to provide basic data management and generate reports. Essential Functions: - Assists in training new study staff in protocols and implementation of study goals/objectives - Provides instruction to participants to teach them how to perform specific study protocols - Prepares computer-generated reports, including statistical tables - Answers participants' and providers' questions - Screens and recruits participants; obtains consent - Schedules examination appointments for study participants - Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants and providers - Reviews questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; and codes open-ended questions. - Assists with all aspects of mailed surveys - Monitors participant's progress (e.g., blood pressure, exercise, response to questionnaires, tracking, etc) - Provides basic data management using database software - Maintains all pertinent project records and files - Transcribes data from records to forms Secondary Functions: -Perform Anthropometric Body measurements on Women and Infants Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year experience in a research/health care environment required - Previous interviewing experience required - Experience in editing/coding questionnaires required - Experience and knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing and database software, required - Associate's degree or equivalent experience required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred - Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience in field - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; telephone skills required - Familiar with medical terminology - Must be able to work in Labor and Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: -Bilingual Spanish-English -Knowledge of Diabetes or experience in pediatric research Schedule: On-Call, Regular; Day shift; Wed, Fri -8:00am to 1:30pm & Sat - 7:00am to 1:30pm ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for1 year(s) work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding++2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136079CASacramento, CA28800263http://kp.jobs/xml/28800263/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Research Asst Location: Oakland, CA Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants. Recruits and consents study participants. Assists in training new study staff in study protocols and provides instruction to study participants. Uses computer software to provide basic data management and generate reports. Essential Functions: - Assists in training new study staff in protocols and implementation of study goals/objectives - Provides instruction to participants to teach them how to perform specific study protocols - Prepares computer-generated reports, including statistical tables - Answers participants' and providers' questions - Screens and recruits participants; obtains consent - Schedules examination appointments for study participants - Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants and providers - Reviews questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; and codes open-ended questions. - Assists with all aspects of mailed surveys - Monitors participant's progress (e.g., blood pressure, exercise, response to questionnaires, tracking, etc) - Provides basic data management using database software - Maintains all pertinent project records and files - Transcribes data from records to forms Secondary Functions: -Need to administer Anthopometric measurements to adult and Infant participants -Data Entry of study visit information -Processing of Blood specimens may be required -Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds. -Staff must have a California Drivers License. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year experience in a research/health care environment required - Previous interviewing experience required - Experience in editing/coding questionnaires required - Experience and knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing and database software, required - Associate's degree or equivalent experience required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred - Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience in field - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; telephone skills required - Familiar with medical terminology - Must be able to work in Labor and Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: -Bilingual Spanish-English Schedule: Full-time, Regular; Day shift; Tue, Wed, Thurs,Fri -8:00am to 5:00pm & Sat - 7:00am to 4:00pm ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for1 year(s) work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding++2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136096CAOakland, CA28800265http://kp.jobs/xml/28800265/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Research Assoc I Location: Oakland, CA This position coordinates a small scale project(s) e.g., less than one year, under 100k annually and works under general supervision with final review required for each phase of assignment. Essential Functions: - Coordinates recruitment of participants & develops information packets for the participants - Monitors & tracks participant progress throughout the project & provides follow-up as needed - Assists w/development of research instruments - Trains research assistants - Edits & manipulates data; performs data manipulation to produce progress reports including basic statistical analyses - Maintains project records & reports - Reviews literature relating to research project - May conduct detailed, complex in-person or telephone interviews - May be responsible for data quality assurance - May coordinate a small scale research projects Secondary Functions: - Coordinates complex data entry from multiple study sites - Assists with development of research instruments - Monitors and tracks participant progress throughout the project and provide follow-up as needed - Performs literature searches and review of journal articles Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) - two (2) years of experience in one or more of the technical areas required - Professional certification (e.g., RN, RHIT, RD, etc.) may substitute for two years of experience - Experience with interviewing & chart review - Bachelor' degree or equivalent experience in public health, health care administration, epidemiology or other related field preferred - Basic knowledge of questionnaire design & simple data analysis & interpretation - Knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet design, & database applications - Familiar with medical terminology - Must be able to work in Labor and Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree or equivalent experience - Well-organized and extremely detail oriented - Prior project coordination experience ++ This position is expected to continue for1 year(s) work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding ++2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136112CAOakland, CA28800266http://kp.jobs/xml/28800266/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Research Asst Location: Oakland, CA Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants. Recruits and consents study participants. Assists in training new study staff in study protocols and provides instruction to study participants. Uses computer software to provide basic data management and generate reports. Essential Functions: - Assists in training new study staff in protocols and implementation of study goals/objectives - Provides instruction to participants to teach them how to perform specific study protocols - Prepares computer-generated reports, including statistical tables - Answers participants' and providers' questions - Screens and recruits participants; obtains consent - Schedules examination appointments for study participants - Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants and providers - Reviews questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; and codes open-ended questions. - Assists with all aspects of mailed surveys - Monitors participant's progress (e.g., blood pressure, exercise, response to questionnaires, tracking, etc) - Provides basic data management using database software - Maintains all pertinent project records and files - Transcribes data from records to forms Secondary Functions: -Coordinates complex data entry from multiple study sites -Assists with development of research instruments -Monitors and tracks participant progress throughout the project and provide follow-up as needed -Performs literature searches and review of journal articles Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year experience in a research/health care environment required - Previous interviewing experience required - Experience in editing/coding questionnaires required - Experience and knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing and database software, required - Associate's degree or equivalent experience required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred - Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience in field - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; telephone skills required - Familiar with medical terminology - Must be able to work in Labor and Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: -Well-organized and extremely detail oriented - Prior project coordination experience preferred ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for1 year(s) work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding++2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136119CAOakland, CA28800270http://kp.jobs/xml/28800270/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Research Asst Location: Oakland, CA Recruits and screens study participants. Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants. Edits and codes questionnaire data. Prepares forms and maintains accurate records and files. Essential Functions: - Answers participants' questions and assists in screening, recruiting, and consenting patients. - Contacts patients who do not respond to mailings. - Schedules examination appointments for study participants. - Conducts structured telephone or in-person interviews w/study participants. - Reviews questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; and codes open-ended questions. - Prepares, mails, and processes questionnaires. - Assists in tracking study participants. - Prepares data for electronic processing. - Keeps accurate records and files. Secondary Functions: -Coordinates complex data entry from multiple study sites -Assists with development of research instruments -Monitors and tracks participant progress throughout the project and provide follow-up as needed -Performs literature searches and review of journal articles Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in a research/health care environment preferred. - Previous interviewing experience preferred. - Experience and knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing and database software, preferred. - High school diploma or equivalent required. - Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Telephone skills required. - Familiar w/medical terminology. - Familiarity w/editing/coding questionnaires preferred. - Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: -Well-organized and extremely detail oriented -Prior project coordination experience preferred ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for1 year(s) work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding++2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136128CAOakland, CA28800271http://kp.jobs/xml/28800271/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Health Education Instructor II [Pedi IBS Personal Trainer] - North Valley [HP 1of 2] Location: Sacramento, CA Conducts health education classes using basic to moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser members and non-members. May conduct classes of various health related topics. Essential Functions: - Teaches and models self-management skills, concepts, resources, and tools related to health, lifestyle change and behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction and counseling as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants and modifies class content or teaching methods to meet those needs. - Applies evidence-based education techniques in teaching methods. - Answers questions and provides class participants w/ appropriate resources of information. - Arranges and coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, and audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, and timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers and collects class evaluation forms and class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, and answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training and education such as those related to workplace safety, legal and regulatory compliance, accreditation and license requirements, and department specific requirements. - Maintains and promotes knowledge and utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, and behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente and through the community. Secondary Functions: Responsible for teaching Adolescent Irritable Bowel Syndrome patient education classes to Kaiser Permanente members according to standardized curriculum for topic area. Disseminates current information regarding concepts, skills and resources relevant to the topic area. Must be able to work throughout the North Valley area (Folsom, Roseville, and Sacramento locations). Must be willing to substitute for other instructors. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent related to field of course instruction. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification in the field as appropriate to the course instruction - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and group process. - Basic knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, and behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques and presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently and exercise professional judgment. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum 2 years work experience with pediatric patient population. - Knowledge of pedagogy and group process. - Group facilitation skills. - Ability to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Must be able to work throughout the North Valley area (Folsom, Roseville, and Sacramento locations).2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136165CASacramento, CA28800276http://kp.jobs/xml/28800276/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Health Education Instructor II [Pedi IBS Personal Trainer] - North Valley [HP 2of 2] Location: Sacramento, CA Conducts health education classes using basic to moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser members and non-members. May conduct classes of various health related topics. Essential Functions: - Teaches and models self-management skills, concepts, resources, and tools related to health, lifestyle change and behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction and counseling as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants and modifies class content or teaching methods to meet those needs. - Applies evidence-based education techniques in teaching methods. - Answers questions and provides class participants w/ appropriate resources of information. - Arranges and coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, and audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, and timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers and collects class evaluation forms and class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, and answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training and education such as those related to workplace safety, legal and regulatory compliance, accreditation and license requirements, and department specific requirements. - Maintains and promotes knowledge and utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, and behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente and through the community. Secondary Functions: Responsible for teaching Adolescent Irritable Bowel Syndrome patient education classes to Kaiser Permanente members according to standardized curriculum for topic area. Disseminates current information regarding concepts, skills and resources relevant to the topic area. Must be able to work throughout the North Valley area (Folsom, Roseville, and Sacramento locations). Must be willing to substitute for other instructors. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent related to field of course instruction. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification in the field as appropriate to the course instruction - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and group process. - Basic knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, and behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques and presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently and exercise professional judgment. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum 2 years work experience with pediatric patient population. - Knowledge of pedagogy and group process. - Group facilitation skills. - Ability to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Must be able to work throughout the North Valley area (Folsom, Roseville, and Sacramento locations).2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136167CASacramento, CA28800278http://kp.jobs/xml/28800278/jobUSASacramentoTitle: HEALTH INFORMATION CODER I Location: Sacramento, CA Under indirect supervision, is responsible for accurate coding of all inpatient, and outpatient services, procedures, diagnoses and conditions, working from the appropriate documentation in the medical record. Classification systems include ICD-9-CM, CPT, HCPCS as well as other specialty systems as required by diagnostic category. All work carried out in accordance with the rules, regulations and coding conventions of the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD9, CMS, OSHPD, and Kaiser coding guidelines. As needed, Coders II may assist and be a resource for data integrity for other employees who need clarification and assistance in coding. Positions assigned to this classification are differentiated from those assigned to the Hospital Coder I classification in that only the former are typically characterized by the performance of a higher, more complex and responsible level of work generally associated with - but not limited to - the coding of in-patient Medicare medical records/data. Coders II also differ from Coders I in the type and amount of supervision received; responsibility for data comprehensiveness and quality assurance; direction provided to other staff; data analysis, knowledge of procedures related to the sequencing of diagnoses and interventions, as well as data management policies and procedures; required quantity and quality performance standards. Essential Functions: - Review medical records to identify diagnoses/procedures - Demonstrates a comprehensive, expert-level of knowledge of all procedures concerning the sequencing of diagnoses, procedures such as but not limited to those outlined in ICD-9-CM, CPT, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set, Medicare guidelines and other appropriate classification systems - Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy and physiology to interpret general medical classifications for coding discharge data - Assigns Codes and codes all diagnostic and operative information from the medical record using ICD-9-CM, CPT and HCPCS coding classification systems and independently quality checks own work - Selects the DRG for each inpatient case and optimizes hospital payment legitimately and ethically by utilizing approved coding guidelines and conventions - Reviews DRG discrepancies from the fiscal intermediary to ensure the appropriate per case DRG assignment - Verifies and abstracts, all medical data from the record to complete a data abstract on each hospital encounter - Ensures that all data abstracted is consistent with guidelines outlined by JCAHO, OSHPD and CMS, regional and local policy - Interacts with physicians to clarify and accurately document patient diagnostic and procedural information - Enters patient information into the computerized inpatient and outpatient medical record databases - Ensures timely record availability by meeting established coding and abstracting productivity standards - Independently conducts medical record documentation auditing to monitor physician compliance with regulatory requirements i.e., Physician Review Project, Confidentiality/Security of Systems - Maintains and complies with policies and procedures for confidentiality of all patient records - Demonstrates knowledge of security of systems by not sharing computer logons - Consistently supports the precepts of corporate compliance and Principles of Responsibility - Answers the telephone - Acts as an expert resource - Perform other duties as assigned - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: 57812 - HIM Coder I: CCA, RHIT, or RHIA required and CCS eligible - Two years of continuous hospital experience in coding/abstracting within the last five years. - High School Diploma/GED - Certification: Certified Coding Associate (CCA) and eligibility to become a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) OR: 57813 - HIM Coder II: CCS, RHIT or RHIA required - Must have at least three (3) years hospital inpatient experience coding within the last five years - Certification: This position requires certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) -Completion of classes in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD-9 and CPT coding conventions, and disease process from an accredited program - Must maintain a minimum often (10) CE units annually. Must maintain current coding credential - Knowledge of analysis, assembly, terminal digit filing, and physician's incomplete processing preferred - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and utilize auditing skills related to coding quality and compliance - Basic PC skills - Ability to understand the clinical content of a health record, including the most complicated records - Must be able to meet quantity and quality standards established for Coders II - Must be able to pass Kaiser coding test at 75% - Must also be able to communicate with physicians in order to clarify diagnoses/procedures and sequencing of diagnoses - Will abide by the AHIMA coding code of ethics - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Additional qualifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement Skills Testing: PC Skills & Coding Test (pass at 75%)2012-05-18 19:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136383CASacramento, CA28800284http://kp.jobs/xml/28800284/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Consulting Data Analyst Location: Oakland, CA Under close supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing and reporting data. This position functions both as an analyst and as a statistical analytics programmer. Essential Functions: - Designs and enhances databases. - Designs menu systems that are effective and user-friendly. - Develops reports with accurate, easy to read, useful information. - Designs and generates tracking and monitoring tools. - Participates in the development of outcomes and process measures, including technical specifications, to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, and evaluation. - Maintains complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, and software written by self and others. - Tests and maintains data integrity. Secondary Functions: - Partners with clinical quality service lines to identify issues within operations for focus improvement efforts. - In collaboration with the clinical lead, coordinates on-going, multiple projects, including all aspects of data management. - Develops databases and reports that draw from Health Connect, STATIT/PiMD, MIDAS and other data systems. - Supports workgroups or committees including preparation of meeting materials, logistics, minutes and follow-up. - Completes other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - At least one (1) year programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, net or equivalent statistical analytical programming language. - Project management experience desirable. - Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems preferred. - Experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases preferred. - Analytical consulting experience preferred. - Bachelor of arts degree in economics, finance, health care administration, public health administration, statistics, mathematics, operations research, or related field required, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree. - Microsoft Office skills required. - Strong ability to apply analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. - Must be an independent self-starter. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous Quality Improvement experience in a health care setting (usually 2 yrs). - Thorough understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. - Skilled in medical record reading and review. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative / qualitative analysis. - Proven leadership skills in project management and consulting. - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, and candor, openness, and results orientation. - Demonstrate an understanding of the operations of KP, health policy trends, and any applicable regulations related to the responsible technical area.2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135758CAOakland, CA28800240http://kp.jobs/xml/28800240/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Executive Staff Assistant Location: Oakland, CA Independently provides most complex administrative support & project coordination for senior executive(s), & as needed, for other senior management members. * 'Executive' is defined as the direct reports to the Regional President & the Chief Executive Officer & Executive Medical Director & is on the KP Executive Payroll or the TPMG equivalent, including Area Managers, MGAs, PICs & the COO. Essential Functions: - Independently provides most complex administrative support & project coordination for senior executive(s), & as needed, other senior management members to include the following. - Provides administrative support for assigned area of responsibility that exists within an executive's* jurisdiction; represents executive to ensure required action is timely. - Manages inquiries (phones, email, in person) & directs to appropriate parties based on functional/operational knowledge; independently responds to routine to most complex inquiries. - Schedules the daily appointments for the executive. - Manages multiple calendars to include arranging more complex special events requiring solid understanding of broad business requirements & coordination of ambiguous dependencies. - Coordinates arrangements for executive meetings& other events. - Collects information for the executive to prepare for meetings& other events. - Makes travel& lodging arrangements for the executive as required. - Independently composes complex & detailed correspondence for senior executive(s) using in-depth KP knowledge, business acumen/functional knowledge; independently researches & updates department documents. May use intermediate to advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint, &/or Access functions & other software applications as needed. - Independently designs & creates reports & participates in special cross-functional projects that require complex project coordination & independent judgment, in response to business needs. - Manages executive travel & business expense budgets, as well as billing & payment authorization for planned & unplanned expenses & special events; handles recharges across business units. - Anticipates & proactively resolves potential budget overages. - May assist the executive &/or Finance liaison w/ the development of preliminary budgets for cost center(s). - Interacts w/ KP executives, board members & employees across multiple organizations, as well as external representatives, serving as a liaison for the department/function to discuss & resolve complex administrative matters, business processes, & project activities to facilitate department goal attainment. - Coordinates executive assistant workflow across KP departments; designs & implements new processes as needed. - Develops solutions to a variety of problems of considerable scope & complexity using judgment/experience w/ KP/department practices & thorough knowledge of the executive's area of responsibilities. - Exchanges & interprets non-routine information; works in collaboration w/ various levels of staff & management. - Interacts w/ KP executives, board members & employees across multiple organizations, as well as external representatives, serving as a liaison for the department/function to discuss & resolve complex administrative matters, business processes, & project activities to facilitate department goal attainment. - Uses thorough knowledge of KP/department policies & procedures but may deviate from established procedures to address unique/complex project work steps. - Works independently & checks in w/ manager at key project milestones. - Provides periodic informal work guidance/direction to & training of team members. - Exercises independent judgment& acts on behalf of executives within scope of authority. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Seven (7) plus years experience performing administrative support functions for senior or executive level management. - Experience in coordinating & providing support to large complex projects. - HS or GED, BA/BS preferred. - Extensive knowledge of appropriate protocols for managing the phone, email, & office of executive & equivalent officers. - Expertise w/ word processing, spreadsheet, & graphics & presentation software required. - Excellent written & verbal communication skills. - Advanced level proficiency w/ MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) & Lotus Notes. - Ability to create tables; merge documents; create pivot tables; & develop graphics & PowerPoint presentations from notes. - Strong proficiency w/ office equipment, including troubleshooting & training others. - Excellent customer service & oral & written communication skills required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135763CAOakland, CA28800241http://kp.jobs/xml/28800241/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Quality Specialist (1445) Location: Walnut Creek, CA This position supervises & monitors one or more of the following activities, continuing medical education, quality assurance, medical staff services & quality projects. Essential Functions: - Supervises the daily quality activities, ensuring timely & accurate data collection, and follow up of issues & quality of work -Coaches staff & ensures their competency - Coordinates & facilities staff support to various committees (e.g., quality, accreditation) which includes agenda preparation & monitoring of outstanding issues - Provides reports based on timely & accurate data collection, identifies trends & monitors issues - Develops implements & monitors quality department's policies & procedures; ensures they are in compliance w/ The Joint Commission, NCQA, CME, federal, state & local requirements - Assists in developing & revising QA monitors to meet accreditation/regulatory standards - Monitors the budgets, researches variances, & identifies opportunities to reduce costs - Develops, implements, coordinates, & evaluates the CME programs, credentialing & privileges for permanent or temporary physicians & allied health providers - Assists in preparation of educational materials & course objectives - Maintains link between medical staff affairs & quality improvement, risk management, and continuing medical staff education - Coordinates & prepares for CME, accreditation, licensing, & quality surveys/audits - Maintains & monitors the various quality databases which may include quality reviews, CME, credentials & privileges, & provider profiles Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant (typically 2-3 yrs) quality improvement or accreditation experience required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a health care related field or business administration - Previous supervisory experience recommended - Ability to perform statistical analysis - Current knowledge of The Joint Commission, NCQA, federal, state, & local requirements - Knowledge & experience in application of adult learning theory in program development - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135818CAWalnut Creek, CA28800242http://kp.jobs/xml/28800242/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Service Unit Assistant Department Manager RN (87) Location: Fresno, CA Assists in managing a large unit or multiple units providing ambulatory services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuums, which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Implements & maintains clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Essential Functions: - Supervises the operations of a single or multiple units. - Ensures staff provides the highest quality of care & is in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, & local requirements. - Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members & internal client's expectations. - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Recommends & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care. Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations. - Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff. - Assists in providing on going staff development. Implements & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organizations goals & business objectives & ensure they are met. - Collaborates w/ physician team leader, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department. - Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum of 2 years ofsupervisory experience required. - Previous nursing experience in outpatient care preferred. - Bachelors degree or equivalent years of experience in nursing or health related field. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certification required. - PALS, PEARS and/or ACLS certifications may be required for positions in specific departments. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred.2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135853CAFresno, CA28800243http://kp.jobs/xml/28800243/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Senior Staff Assistant (120258) Location: Santa Clara, CA Under limited supervision, supports the head of a department by providing advanced level administrative support and general office duties of a highly responsible and confidential. Frequently handles highly confidential and sensitive information and files. Communicates with contacts at all levels in and outside of the organization. Typically reports to a director or vice president. Essential Functions: - REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Organizes and expedites flow of work for the manager's office and the department in accordance to manager's method of operation and the operations and procedures of the department and organization. - Initiates any follow-up action. - Receives and screens telephone calls, letters, and/or visitors. - Answers routine questions and provides information related to general department operations, policies and procedures using discretion for matters pertaining to confidential or sensitive information. - Determines when to appropriately refer inquiries, requests or issues to managers or department staff members and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of manager or department. - Schedules appointments and makes arrangements for meetings, conferences, and travel. - Organizes and prepares routine correspondence for the department manager, as well as complex documents including reports, spreadsheets, presentations and various forms of communications documents requiring the integration of multiple office technology and software applications. - May act as the department's office resource for word processing and spreadsheet application. - Prepares special reports that require gathering, comparing and summarizing data. - Organizes and maintains files, correspondence and records. - Handles and frequently accesses highly confidential and sensitive information. - Assists with tracking the department budget. - Tracks and compiles expenses. - Prepares monthly expense reports. - May address issues to department manager. - Performs other related duties following standard office routine, practices and procedures or instructions. Secondary Functions: - On/off boarding for MD's and residents. - Updating home pages, schedule MD evals, meeting reminders, minutes, and ordering meals. - Schedule all pediatric sedation cases, including Pediatric MRI, CT, OPPC, Hem/Onc patients needing procedural sedation. - This position will also include scheduling Bronchoscopy for ICU MD's. - Provide data management for this group of MD's, report cards, dashboards, quality metrics, etc. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of experience performing administrative support functions for department managers. - Experience in coordinating and providing support to large complex projects. - High School Diploma or GED. - BA/BS preferred. - Excellent customer service. - Lotus Notes skills preferred. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills required. - Advanced level proficiency with e-mail software, MicroSoft Word and with any of the following office technology (required only if applicable to department's needs): PowerPoint. Excel or Access. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Skills testing: Typing (45WPM), Excel, Powerpoint, Access, & Advanced level Word.2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135888CASanta Clara, CA28800244http://kp.jobs/xml/28800244/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Physical Therapist - InPatient Location: Redwood City, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the Rehabilitation Services Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. - Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. Implements the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrates progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - License to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI, or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date). -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Neurological and acute care experience preferred.2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135894CARedwood City, CA28800245http://kp.jobs/xml/28800245/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Manager Administrative Services (RWC-921009-BDC) Location: Redwood City, CA Provides administrative support in a staff capacity to a diverse functional area or business group by directing such activities as budget planning and control, personnel administration, training, communications and workflow procedures. Identifies, coordinates and implements numerous projects/programs to improve the quality and cost-effectiveness of operations and service. Provides support and advice to management. Resolves complex problems, many of which do not have easily definable solutions. Essential Functions: - Ensures compliance with organization policies/procedures and regulatory agencies, effective utilization of personnel, materials, space and equipment, and effective customer service. - Recommends and implements internal policies and procedures. - Interprets and applies company policies/procedures. - Manages the budget to meet the fiscal goals for capital, payroll and non-payroll expenses. - Performs financial and staffing analysis. - Coordinates reconciliation of accounts and budget reporting requirements. - Advises management of serious variances and recommends and implements solutions. - May include managing complex transfer pricing agreements. - Supervises multiple ancillary functions, such as secretarial support, systems development, communications and training. - In addition, provides human resources support to the entire functional area, including managing the hiring, salary determination and performance evaluation processes. - Directs the units' participation in diversity employment programs. - May compile statistics and produce reports (EEO/AA) for human resources and management. - Facilitates/administers training and educational programs, such as professional development, systems training and train-the-trainer programs. - May conduct training sessions. - Identifies service and operational problems and issues. - Provides project management support to identify research, develop and implement solutions. - Edits/produces any organizational unit communications, such as newsletters and directories. - Represents the organizational unit on administrative matters. - Establishes partnerships with other functional areas and/or regions. - Provides consultation to project teams working on region-wide and/or inter-regional projects. Secondary Functions: - Direct a staff of Admitting representatives including responsibility to schedule and balance workload for a 24/7 hospital operation, including staffing and arranging coverages, perform on-boarding functions, including interviewing, hiring, and coordination of training both locally and regionally, and monitor performance, resolve performance issues and deliver appraisals to all Admitting Staff. - Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures, including readiness for external and internal surveys or audits, and readiness for disaster-recovery. - Timely completion and submission of observational audits of staff for patient satisfaction and SOX compliance. - Ensure coordination with other departments in the medical center to provide quality patient services and efficient workflows to ensure patient safety / care. - Meet operating performance metics as outlined by senior leadership. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive experience managing a multi-disciplinary staff of professionals, technical and non-exempt employees. - Experience developing education and training programs. - Experience with budget management/ development. - May require significant experience in the functional area. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in Business Administration, or other relevant field. - Master's preferred. - Ability to adapt to constantly shifting priorities in managing a wide-range of projects. - Team player, tactful and diplomatic. - Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills. - User knowledge of computer systems/applications. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in Access Management / Admitting strongly preferred.2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135916CARedwood City, CA28800247http://kp.jobs/xml/28800247/jobUSAModestoTitle: Manager Utilization Management (MGR-KT-MOD-04242012) Location: Modesto, CA This position develops, coordinates, & manages the administrative & operational activities that are directly associated w/ the utilization management of medical services provided to Kaiser's members. In addition, it works independently & establishes priorities for staff. Essential Functions: - Chairs & Co-chairs local committees focused on creating, implementing & monitoring work plans to achieve UM targets & performance improvement - Shares accountability w/ other medical center leadership for the daily monitoring of utilization indicators & performance, identification & escalation of problems, & initiation & evaluation of action plans for achieving medical center targets & improve the quality of care & services - Participates & provides UM expertise on local & regional committees, including UM Peer, UM Chiefs/Directors, Quality, TPMG, other departments & contracted/planned providers - Manages projects related to chart reviews & conducts utilization data analysis (avoidable days, readmissions, UMAB, PRS reports, one-day stays, DRG's, LOS, PDR's, etc.) for trending & development of performance improvement initiatives - Partners w/ the UM Chief & KFH/TPMG local medical center leadership, to engage the following areas in the development & implementation of a comprehensive utilization management, work plan to meet or exceed medical center targets - Identifies & incorporates (as appropriate) evidence-based best/successful practices (e.g. care paths, innovative discharge planning/case management models, etc) into efforts to improve quality of care/service & reduce costs - Collaborates w/ interdisciplinary teams across the continuum of care including, but not limited to (HBS, TPMG Sub-specialty departments, Nursing, MSW, PT/OT, HH, Hospice, SNF, CCM, Behavioral Health, Rehabilitation, etc.) to ensure patient care is effectively provided, clinically appropriate, service oriented, safe & cost effective - Ensures compliance w/ regulatory/accreditation (NCQA, MDQR, CMS, Medical, DMHC, DOL, The Joint Commission, etc.) requirements related to UM by partnering w/ other departments & facilitating workgroups in maintaining survey readiness - Directs staff review of the UM related aspects of treatment & discharge plans (Case Managers, Discharge Planners, Patient Care Coordinators, etc.) to ensure high quality & cost-effective discharge planning - Supports UM staff in negotiating barriers or systems issues to expedite patient services during the hospital stay - Accountable for oversight of UM activities (e.g., the appropriate use of InterQual, other criteria/guidelines), MIDAS, & the denial process - May be responsible for claims management, repatriation, & ambulance - May be responsible for oversight of coordination of care in planned & contract hospitals/providers - Consultation & collaboration w/ TPMG/KFH Medical Center leadership to ensure discharge-planning activities are HR related activities - Manages & resolves human resource, employee, department safety, & risk management issues - Responsible for all aspects of staff management including, hiring, development/training, performance reviews, & terminations integrated into the broader service area utilization management initiatives - Manages department budget & finances & develops, implements, & monitors departmental policies & procedures Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum ofthree (3)years of experience in management /leadership in a hospital or outpatient setting - A minimum ofthree (3)years of experience in utilization management activities required - BSN or BA in health care related field or equivalent experience required - Graduate of accredited school of nursing - Master's degree preferred - Current California RN licensure - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, NCQA, & other local, state,& federal regulations - Demonstrated skills in leading& facilitating the efforts of multidisciplinary groups - Demonstrated strong communication, problem-solving& analytical skills2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135953CAModesto, CA28800249http://kp.jobs/xml/28800249/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Research Asst Location: Sacramento, CA Recruits and screens study participants. Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants. Edits and codes questionnaire data. Prepares forms and maintains accurate records and files. Essential Functions: - Answers participants' questions and assists in screening, recruiting, and consenting patients. - Contacts patients who do not respond to mailings. - Schedules examination appointments for study participants. - Conducts structured telephone or in-person interviews w/study participants. - Reviews questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; and codes open-ended questions. - Prepares, mails, and processes questionnaires. - Assists in tracing study participants. - Prepares data for electronic processing. - Keeps accurate records and files. Secondary Functions: -Need to administer Anthopometric measurements to adult and Infant participants -Data Entry of study visit information -Processing of Blood specimens may be required -Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds. -Staff must have a California Drivers License. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in a research/health care environment preferred. - Previous interviewing experience preferred. - Experience and knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing and database software, preferred. - High school diploma or equivalent required. - Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Telephone skills required. - Familiar w/medical terminology. - Familiarity w/editing/coding questionnaires preferred. - Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: -Bilingual Spanish-English ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for1 year(s) work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding++2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135960CASacramento, CA28800248http://kp.jobs/xml/28800248/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Patient Care Coordinator Case Manager (1509) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.)2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135966CAWalnut Creek, CA28800250http://kp.jobs/xml/28800250/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Patient Care Coordinator Case Manager (1508) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Schedule: Variable hours Week 1: Sun, Tues, Wed, Thurs Week 2: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135976CAWalnut Creek, CA28800251http://kp.jobs/xml/28800251/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Nursing Shift Supervisor (1404) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Acts as the on-site administrative designee for the entire facility for off-shifts & weekends. Manages all the patient care departments, ensuring appropriate quality of care & compliance w/ regulations. Essential Functions: - Manages the off-hours & weekend patient care activities. - Ensures staffs provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, & local requirements. - Coordinates & monitors staffing for all shifts & maintains appropriate staffing levels & skill mix. - Participates in developing, reviewing, & updating departmental policies & procedures. - Identifies & implements best practices to provide improved quality care & services. - Assess & monitors clinical nursing practice for optimal patient care. - Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum. - Follows-up on all clinical issues. Monitors quality of care delivered, ensuring it meets age-related & developmental needs of patients. - Supervises staff, assesses their needs & identifies educational opportunities. - Collaborates w/ all departments throughout the medical center. - Acts as patient advocate. - Assists in developing, monitoring & maintaining the budget. Identifies & recommends opportunities to reduce costs. - Manages & resolves human resource, employee & department safety, & risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous supervisory experience required, usually one (1) year. - Previous acute care hospital experience required, usually (4) years. - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required. - ACLS certification strongly preferred. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal written & communication skills. Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, & other local, state, & federal regulations.2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135986CAWalnut Creek, CA28800255http://kp.jobs/xml/28800255/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Assistant Department Manager RN 40/hr Eve [PACU/ASU/GI/POM] - Ep302 Location: San Francisco, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136031CASan Francisco, CA28800252http://kp.jobs/xml/28800252/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Assistant Department Manager RN 40/hr Eve Operating Room - Ep301 Location: San Francisco, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Schedule: Mon - Fri. May include weekends and after hours based on departmental needs.2012-05-18 19:46:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136036CASan Francisco, CA28800254http://kp.jobs/xml/28800254/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing [5201492] Location: Roseville, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-18 19:46:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135105CARoseville, CA28800226http://kp.jobs/xml/28800226/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing [5220247] - Temporary Location: Roseville, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week I: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat Week II: Sun, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri ++This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to 90-days from date of hire.++2012-05-18 19:46:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135107CARoseville, CA28800227http://kp.jobs/xml/28800227/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing [5220248] - Temporary Location: Roseville, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week I: Sun, Mon,Wed, Thurs, Fri Week II: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat ++This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to 90-days from date of hire.++2012-05-18 19:46:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135111CARoseville, CA28800228http://kp.jobs/xml/28800228/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing [5220249] - Temporary Location: Roseville, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week I: Mon,Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat Week II: Sun,Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri ++This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to 90-days from date of hire.++2012-05-18 19:46:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135112CARoseville, CA28800229http://kp.jobs/xml/28800229/jobUSARichmondTitle: Emergency (ED) Clerk Location: Richmond, CA Essential Functions: - Greet, assist and register patients that present for treatment. - Receive, make and transfer telephone call promptly, courteously, and efficiently. - Ability to work accurately with a high volume of work in a past paced setting. - Demonstrate and maintain professional conduct to include dealing courteously, tactfully, and patiently with patients, co-workers, and consumers. - Alphabetize filing. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School graduate/GED - Medical Terminology Certificate - Six (6) months experience in a hospital/clerical setting or medical office. - Knowledge of CICS/REGP. - Reception and cash handling experience - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.2012-05-18 19:46:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135127CARichmond, CA28800230http://kp.jobs/xml/28800230/jobUSAModestoTitle: Entry Level Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)/CLS/Senior CLS (2012-20 D) Location: Modesto, CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist, (includes CLS Sr., CLS, and Entry Level CLS) Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, or their designee, performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures and analyses to provide data for health maintenance, diagnoses, treatment and monitoring of medical conditions. Enhances quality of patient care and service through interdepartmental cooperation and quality assurance protocols. Essential Functions: - Correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the correct patients and that the correct test is being performed. - Judges the adequacy and qualities of specimens submitted for testing. - Analyzes clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures approved by the Laboratory Director or designee. - Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data. - Utilizes test reference ranges (including neonates, pediatric and adult) to determine reasonableness of test results. - Validates test results through correlation with test parameters (e.g. Hgb/Hct, anion gap, platelet count/smear, dipstick/micro etc.) - Confirms testing on all Critical Values to ensure accuracy prior to releasing of test results. - Performs routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure. - Performs and documents instrument function by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data. - Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment. - Releases or reports results per Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures. - Trains laboratory assistants on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice. - Performs other related duties as necessary. Additional Duties and Responsibilities: - Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Entry Level - Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. - Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. - Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Sr. - Trains laboratory assistants, and other Clinical Laboratory Scientists, on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice. Assist with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities consistent with the Laboratory Quality Plan. Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Sr. CLS minimum 3 years of experience, CLS minimum 6 months of experience, Entry Level CLS = none. - Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field. Applicable military experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree. - Current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License/Valid Temporary California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License for entry level CLS. - Computer application experience/proficiency preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week 1: Sun: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, Thurs, Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Week 2: Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Sat: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM2012-05-18 19:46:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135262CAModesto, CA28800232http://kp.jobs/xml/28800232/jobUSARichmondTitle: Director Optical Services Delivery Location: Richmond, CA Oversees management of optical retail locations within Kaiser Permanente's Northern California region. Leads team of regional service area managers and local branch managers to meet financial, operational, and customer service goals across 40 optical retail locations. Builds consistent and efficient operations within the optical service line, and partners with local optometry and ophthalmology leadership to ensure strong local coordination and goal alignment. Oversees all aspects of store operations to ensure strategic and tactical objectives are met for the service line. Provides strategic input to overall market positioning of Vision Essentials. Essential Functions: - Provides overall leadership to optical KPNCservice area managers & medical center-based branch managers. - Hires & facilitates training & development of branch managers & optical sales office staff. - Reviews progress & performance on an on-going basis. - Provides regional oversight of branch office operations in the following areas: sales/revenue, marketing/merchandising, store layout design & remodels, capital budgets, customer service, & staff training in areas of product presentation & sales. - Participates in regional optical management team that provides overall leadership on strategic & tactical decision & participates on other committees/workgroups as needed. - Evaluates staffing needs & monitors overall supply/demand balance in stores. - Helps develop & oversee programs to ensure operational excellence in the stores. - Guides service area managers regarding HR management & personnel actions. - Partners w/ marketing team to ensure effective development & implementation of promotions & overall store merchandising & inventory management. - Coordinates implementation of new products & oversees local marketing efforts. - Coordinates development & execution of branch manager management & sales training programs. - Oversees patient sales & service activities performed by dispensing opticians, cashier/receptionist, & contact lens staff in optical sales branches. - Helps ensure that service exceeds customer expectations & that customer service problems are resolved efficiently. - Works w/ chiefs of optometry & ophthalmology & branch managers at each location to develop shared goals for the Vision Essentials service line. - Assists in the design of new or renovation of existing optical sales offices to accommodate growth & maintain a competitive position. - Develops & implements standards for space, equipment, instruments, & furnishings based on changing needs & industry trends. - Works w/ optical sales manager & KFHP health plan representatives to promote sales of prepaid optical benefits. - Assures compliance by optical sales personnel of JCAH & Medical Board of Quality Assurance requirements as well as ANSI Z-80 standards, to provide quality of care to Optical Sales patients. - Eliminates/addresses barriers (resource, staffing, political) impeding the successful completion of projects/key initiatives. - Tracks competitive landscape & makes recommendations on strategies to ensure service line competes effectively on product line, price, service, & overall market position. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant management experience, ten (10) + years, and demonstrated success in a role that has required a broad scope leading and managing others. - Experience should include financial management, program development, customer service, quality improvement, HR, sales, and project management. - Experienced in sales, marketing and merchandising techniques, labor relations, and human resources management preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, or comparable field of study. - Masters' degree in business or relevant area preferred. - Track record of leading through influence and collaboration. - Demonstrated performance in operational and strategic analysis and planning, analytical techniques, contract analysis and negotiations. - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Superior communication, consulting, facilitation, negotiation, problem resolution, change management skills and consensus building skills. - Ability to communicate persuasively and effectively to a wide range of internal and external customers. - Establishes effective working relationships with peers and others both internal and external to KP. - Strong leadership and project management skills. - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, and results orientation. - Ability to successfully lead others in accomplishing work projects and meeting designated goals. - Demonstrated ability to bring projects/initiatives to completion. - Adaptable to changing priorities. - Demonstrated ability to uphold highly sensitive and confidential information and to exercise good judgment in all settings. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis. Advanced computer skills and knowledge of data systems. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of optical dispensing, contact lens fitting, lens fabrication, and production bench work.2012-05-18 19:46:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134742CARichmond, CA28800222http://kp.jobs/xml/28800222/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Outpatient Pharmacy Technician (HAY-201504) Location: Hayward, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, may perform packaging, manipulative, repetitive, and other non-discretionary tasks, including removing drugs from stock; counting, pouring, or mixing pharmaceuticals; placing product into a container; affixing label(s) onto container; packaging and repackaging. Essential Functions: - Performs packaging, manipulative, repetitive, and other non-discretionary tasks. - Removes drugs from stock. - Counts, pours and mixes pharmaceuticals. - Places products in container and affixes labels onto containers. - Performs packaging and repackaging tasks. - Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA Pharmacy Technician Registration. - Requires successful completion of a qualifying exam and the Kaiser Outpatient Pharmacy Technician Program. - Working knowledge of current drug forms, dosage strengths, and generic & trade name, and traditional equivalents. - Knowledge of Federal & State laws/regulations regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services. - Ability to read, understand and transcribe pharmaceutical information. - Must possess verbal and written English-speaking communication skills. -Mustbeabletoeithertype30WPMor6,000KPH. - Ability to learn and operate pharmacy computer system and other equipment. - Must be able to stand for long periods of time with frequent bending/stooping/lifting or reaching. - Ability to lift or transport items of 1-50 lbs. weight. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Must pass background check. Skills testing: Typing (30 WPM or 6,000 KPH) Schedule: Relief Pool position; 16 hours a week,day shift,variable schedule Special Requirements This position will be required to work across facilities: Hayward, Union City, Fremont2012-05-18 19:46:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134960CAHayward, CA28800225http://kp.jobs/xml/28800225/jobUSALivermoreTitle: Pharmacy Cashier - Grade 3 (PCC-400031) Location: Livermore, CA Under direct supervision and control of a licensed pharmacist, provides in-person and telephone reception, receives and directs new and refill prescriptions for further processing. This position also packages and sells prescriptions and pharmaceutical merchandise and assists pharmacy personnel with clerical functions. Essential Functions: - Provide in-person and telephone reception - Receives and directs new and refill prescriptions for further processing - Packages and sells prescriptions and pharmaceutical merchandise - Assists pharmacy personnel with clerical functions - Performs other duties as required - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months general clerical/cashier experience - High School Diploma/GED - Effective customer service and telephone reception skills - Effective written and verbal communication skills - Ability to read understands and transcribes pharmaceutical information from the prescription form. - Good clerical ability and mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide) - Ability to stand for long periods and to read fine print - Ability to learn and accurately operate cash register, pharmacy computer systems and other equipment - Ability to lift/transport up to 50 lbs - Light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking and frequent bending, stooping and reaching - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos Ability to write simple correspondence Ability to communicate effectively information to other health care providers, patients and visitors - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement Schedule: Mon, Tues, Fri: 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM, Sat: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM2012-05-18 19:46:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133826CALivermore, CA28800220http://kp.jobs/xml/28800220/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Vision Services Assistant I - Grade 180 (12-020D) Location: Antioch, CA A Vision Services Assistant (V.S.A.) is a member of the Eye Services team, providing direct support to the providers (ophthalmologists and optometrists) and the Eye Services operation, while working under the direct supervision of the Chief of Ophthalmology or designee(s). The V.S.A.'s primary role will be to enhance to provider interactions with their customers utilizing specific knowledge, objective ophthalmic testing and practicing special technical skills in the Eye Services specialty. The VSA will maximize opportunities for flexible operations within vision services by assisting with provider visits as well as supporting department operations with clerical services (e.g., making appointments, scheduling surgical procedures, taking messages, registering patients, etc.). Essential Functions: - Measures and records intraocular pressure (tonometry), neutralization of spectacles (lensometry), automated visual fields, autorefraction (in preparation for the subjective refraction by the provider), autokeratometry, anterior chamber angles, vital signs, and pupillary response and other objective ophthalmic testing procedures. - Measures complete visual acuity's for all ages and ocular diagnoses, including Snellen charts, HOTV charts, color vision, and stereopsis. - Administers topical eye medications per specific physician order in preparation for testing as permitted by state law and regulation. - Performs other objective ophthalmic testing and automated image capture as indicated. - Makes and cancels Optometry, Ophthalmology, medical clearances, and diagnostic appointments. - Obtains and prepares the appropriate medical information (records, files, forms, diagnostic results) for the provider. - Records relevant medical information for the provider (i.e., assessments, plans, interventions, and spectacles) completes forms and other necessary data entry. - Documents concise and relevant medical and ocular histories in the medical record. - Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares them for examination. - Instructs eye patients by providing relevant information, per provider protocols. - Witnesses patient consent signature and signs forms. - Electronically, set up lab, x-ray and other requisitions, as needed. - Labels specimen and Pathology Requests forms. - Documents the specimens following departmental specific procedures. - Sets up and assists with minor surgical procedures of the eye, as needed by setting up supplies, handling instruments, etc. - Anticipate provider needs (preparation of supplies, instruments, and equipment). - Cleans (changing cleaning solutions, as needed), wraps, labels and re-stocks instruments. Maintains equipment and orders/stocks supplies. - Orders and maintains inventory par levels of supplies, forms, medications, etc. as needed. - Keeps work area clean. - Calls patients with messages from providers and documents disposition. - Documents, updates and processes records relating to provider appointments. - Performs surgical scheduling functions, as needed. - Answers phones, makes appoints, takes messages. - Maintains provider and department files, as needed. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or an in-house Kaiser Permanente Medical Assistant program, or have at lease one (1) year (1,000 hours or more per year) of experience as a Kaiser Permanente Medical Assistant, or have one (1) year (1000 hours or more per year) recent experience of assisting physicians or Optometrists in an eye care setting. - High school diploma or general education degree (GED). - BLS. - Must successfully complete PARRS II, AutoReg, and be able to work with electronic medical record system. - Good verbal and written communication skills, including legible handwriting. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams required. - Knowledge of computer and computer keyboard. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-05-18 19:46:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133989CAAntioch, CA28800221http://kp.jobs/xml/28800221/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Laboratory Asst II Location: Sacramento, CA Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, receives and processes specimens, performs clerical tasks and performs phlebotomy. May operate automated or semi-automated test equipment, or plate and process microbiology specimens under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person, as authorized by the California lab law. Essential Functions: - Draws blood from patient's finger, heel, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples. - Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen. - Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately. - Informs physicians of released lab results. - Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens. - Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed. - Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED. - California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). - Must be able to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. ++NOTE: Must have own reliable car and be able to drive to 5 different sites in the Sacramento Area++ ++ Expected Length of Employment: This position is expected to continue for2 years work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding ++2012-05-18 19:46:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133351CASacramento, CA28800216http://kp.jobs/xml/28800216/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Imaging Assistant - Grade 3 - Temporary Location: Vallejo, CA Assists in the accomplishment and coordination of Radiology functions under the Direction of the Radiology Physician, Director or Designee. Essential Functions: - Assists patients by escorting gowning, post procedure cleaning, dressing, and aiding technologists in the communication of instruction and direction. - Transports patients utilizing wheel chairs, Gurneys, patient beds, and additional equipment as needed. - Assists in the placement and removal of patients on or near imaging equipment. - Assists technologists in the preparation of patients and room by organizing supplies, linens, equipment, and pre and post procedure clean up. - Assists technologists with the coordination of patient exam by communicating with referring areas and confirming exam times and preparation, and coordinating patient throughput. - Assists technologists by organizing documents, ensuring prior exam information is available, screening documents are complete, and preparatory test results are available. - Assists technologists by providing physical, informational, and directional assistance to patients. - Assists technologists in supply inventories, orders and stocking. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months experience in a Radiology or Medical environment with direct patient interaction. - High School Diploma/GED. - Current BLS required. - Ability to read, write and comprehend Radiology and medical information. - Ability to learn and become proficient in KP computer systems. - Good verbal and written communication skills including legible handwriting. - Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact courteously with the public, health plan members and co-workers. - Presents self in a professional manner. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Week I: Sun, Mon Week II: Fri, Sat This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to 90-days from date of hire.2012-05-18 19:46:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132839CAVallejo, CA28800212http://kp.jobs/xml/28800212/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Imaging Assistant - Grade 3 - Temporary Location: Vallejo, CA Assists in the accomplishment and coordination of Radiology functions under the Direction of the Radiology Physician, Director or Designee. Essential Functions: - Assists patients by escorting gowning, post procedure cleaning, dressing, and aiding technologists in the communication of instruction and direction. - Transports patients utilizing wheel chairs, Gurneys, patient beds, and additional equipment as needed. - Assists in the placement and removal of patients on or near imaging equipment. - Assists technologists in the preparation of patients and room by organizing supplies, linens, equipment, and pre and post procedure clean up. - Assists technologists with the coordination of patient exam by communicating with referring areas and confirming exam times and preparation, and coordinating patient throughput. - Assists technologists by organizing documents, ensuring prior exam information is available, screening documents are complete, and preparatory test results are available. - Assists technologists by providing physical, informational, and directional assistance to patients. - Assists technologists in supply inventories, orders and stocking. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months experience in a Radiology or Medical environment with direct patient interaction. - High School Diploma/GED. - Current BLS required. - Ability to read, write and comprehend Radiology and medical information. - Ability to learn and become proficient in KP computer systems. - Good verbal and written communication skills including legible handwriting. - Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interact courteously with the public, health plan members and co-workers. - Presents self in a professional manner. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Week I: Fri, Sat Week II: Sun, Mon This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to 90-days from date of hire.2012-05-18 19:46:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132843CAVallejo, CA28800213http://kp.jobs/xml/28800213/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Emergency Department Clerk - Grade 4 (367) Location: Redwood City, CA Essential Functions: - Greet, assist and register patients that present for treatment. - Receive, make and transfer telephone call promptly, courteously, and efficiently. - Alphabetize filing. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typing of 35 wpm. - Ability to work accurately with a high volume of work in a past paced setting. - Demonstrate and maintain professional conduct to include dealing courteously, tactfully, and patiently with patients, co-workers, and consumers. - Ability to solve problems. - Must be able to work as part of the team in a fast paced environment in an organized manner. - Must have good customer service presentation. - Dependable work record. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Skills testing: Typing (35 WPM) Schedule: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Week 1: Mon, Thurs Week 2: Mon, Fri2012-05-18 19:46:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130945CARedwood City, CA28800210http://kp.jobs/xml/28800210/jobUSATracyTitle: Housekeeping Aide - Grade 100 (On Call 01) Location: Tracy, CA Under direct supervision, cleans and maintains an assigned area, and performs a variety of environmental services duties in and around the medical center in order to maintain a neat, orderly, sanitary, and safe environment. Essential Functions: - Operates and utilizes equipment needed to include cleaner, wet mop unit, dust pan, dust mop, back vacuum, automatic floor scrubber, shampoo machine, high speed buffer, carpet extractor, wet/dry vacuum, floor buffer, wall washer and utility cart. - Operates and utilizes sanipac, compactor and bailer. - Utilizing standard cleaning products cleans patient areas to include restrooms, discharge beds, woodwork, horizontal surfaces, TVs cabinets, furniture, glass, walls, floors, all affixed items, replenish dispensers, remove soiled linen and trash. - Utilizing standard cleaning products, cleans auxiliary areas to include medication room, nursing station, tub room, soiled utility rooms, storage areas, staff lounge, quiet rooms, offices, exam rooms, treatment rooms, waiting rooms, lobbies, elevators, water fountain, ice machines, telephones, all horizontal surfaces and high dusting. - Replenishes supplies such as: paper-towels, toilet paper, soap, plastic liners, paper cups and seat covers. - Reports unsafe conditions such as defective or damaged equipment. - Assures sharp objects are in proper containers, follows safety rules established by the department and uses proper body mechanics such as lifting techniques. - Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience preferred. - Moderate to heavy lifting ability required. - Ability to operate all types of floor machinery and other housekeeping related equipment. - Ability to lift 50 lbs., carry items of 25 lbs., push carts up to 200 lbs. - Ability to perform frequent pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting and reaching. - Job requires extensive standing and walking. - Ability to understand and communicate effectively. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.2012-05-18 19:46:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130426CATracy, CA28800207http://kp.jobs/xml/28800207/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Staff Nurse II - ICU (Nights, 24) - South Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week I: Thurs, Fri Week II: Sun, Mon2012-05-18 19:46:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129282CASacramento, CA28800202http://kp.jobs/xml/28800202/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Intern-Undergrad Business Operations Location: Oakland, CA We're looking for big ideas-6.9 petabytes is a good start. That's how much data we manage and store in Information Technology at Kaiser Permanente-more than the Library of Congress can claim. We're home to some other big ideas, like creating KP HealthConnect, the nation's largest electronic medical record system. Using social media and text messaging to help members engage in their own care. And developing predictive modeling tools that anticipate health issues before they're an issue. It's the kind of thinking that's shaping the future of technology, health care, and the lives of all 8.6 million of our members. If you're ready to contribute your own big ideas, join us. We are looking for dynamic individuals who are interested in working within a healthcare environment with an emphasis on technology. Kaiser Permanente IT is a group of 6,000-plus people dedicated to supporting and improving healthcare for its 8.7M members, and to delivering 24x7 IT services to 150K employees across 400+ medical facilities. As part of a team under close supervision, Interns will assist in performing a variety of developmental assignments and learn new business tools. In addition, you will attend enrichment classes for your professional development. RESPONSIBILITIES: The internship includes, but is not limited to the following: - Work on a designated project to solve a business problem - Through exposure to leadership, project management and business planning activities, develop a foundation for basic requirements necessary to be successful in a business environment. - Assist with preparing status reports - Track, document and communicate progression of tasks and provide follow-up to ensure on-time completion. - Learn new applications needed to complete assigned work such as MS Project and other MS office products and analytics - Job shadowing in other functional areas is highly recommended and fostered - Perform additional job-related duties as required Intern Project: - Daily COSO Log tracking and reporting. - Daily tracking and follow up of the SOX In-Scope Applications 6.H Waivers. - Consolidate and prepare meeting materials for 6.H Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - College students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree. - 2.8 GPA - Academic students seeking professional training within a business corporate environment - Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint Preferred Qualifications - Motivated individual with enthusiasm and energy. Ability to learn quickly, take direction, and follow through on work.Interest in technology and applicability to KP's business model.2012-05-18 19:45:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136330CAOakland, CA28800147http://kp.jobs/xml/28800147/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Business Consultant-HIE Program Location: Oakland, CA The position will be accountable for conducting systems analysis, process development and implementations of health information exchange technology products. Additionally, this individual, interacting with various cross-functional teams, will ensure that release-specific implementations are documented and executed per established project plans. The position requires close collaboration with the HIE implementation lead, HIE testing lead, and various business stakeholders. On-time and on-budget project delivery is a key requirement of this position. Essential Functions: - Independently initiates, investigates, documents, and analyzes clients' systems requirements in complex project areas such as: new business operating models with innovative approaches to IT solutions support, market research of emerging or available product functionality and operational readiness assessment. - Independently assesses scope and impact of client business needs to define a project and leads partnering IT services in accomplishing those needs. - Identifies and documents cross-functional and/or cross-divisional requirements, IT functional requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system specifications. - Develops complex business cases with cost, service, benefit and ROI dimensions of proposed IT projects that are used at management and executive levels for funding and scope decisions. - Presents completed business cases for leadership approval. - Analyzes and defines efficient, cost effective IT solutions that support client business processes and functional requirements for complex IT projects or tasks on large IT projects. - Evaluates existing application products that could address client requirements and develops recommendations where appropriate. - Evaluates alternative operational efficiencies. - Conducts and/or participates in the analysis of client business processes and functional requirements and in the preparation of appropriate documentation to communicate and validate the information. - Conducts workflow, process diagrams and gap analysis to identify system, application and/or hardware needs. - Identifies overlaps and related processes. - Collaborates with client in implementation of the planning, marketing, training and operating of automated systems. - Designs and implements training programs for train-the-trainers for clients of new and enhanced applications. - Provides product expertise to client groups, delivers presentations, demonstrations and training for application systems. - Manages the installation and first-use of new applications. - Understands and delivers on Service Level Agreements. - Performs risk analysis. - Develops and implements communication and escalation plans and resolves issues. - Developsproject plans for specific client's IT project or project or tasks on large moves, adds & changes (MACs) and Plant Maintenance and Remodels (PR&Ms).Uses the associated project planning tools. - Provides knowledge transfer as appropriate. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in related field and/or 4 years of equivalent experience. - A minimum of 5 years of experience documenting functional requirements, analyzing business processes, and developing business cases to support IT solutions. - Thorough knowledge of policies, practices and systems. - Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards. - Complete understanding and ability to work independently in application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards. - Full knowledge of industry practices. - Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields. - Ability to effectively coordinate and perform product implementations - Ability to respond appropriately to various stakeholders with competing release priorities - Experience with Agile development and SDLC project methodologies - Demonstrated experience performing national and regional product delivery - Creates and follows detailed, repeatable processes for both new and existing client implementations. - Ability to work in a cross functional capacity with development, QA, documentation, support, and other individuals or teams - Develops test plans for alpha and beta releases per client requirements - Performs product demonstrations for current and prospective clients - Performs product implementation and training for clients - Promotes and maintains a positive relationship with other technical staff and departments to support the successful implementation of KP solutions - Proven track record with on-time and on-budget project delivery - Solid understanding of industry-standard testing techniques and tools, including unit testing, integration testing, load testing, and user testing - Solid understanding of application infrastructure requirements - Proven track record working with third party vendors Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience - Experience in healthcare industry - Experience working for large organizations - Understands the various deployment options and requirements of KP solutions - Knowledge of Epic's Care (KP HealthConnect) HIE module functionality - Proven track record implementing health information exchange platforms and services - Proven understanding and knowledge of health information technology solutions and stacks2012-05-18 19:45:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136359CAOakland, CA28800148http://kp.jobs/xml/28800148/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Technical Application Specialist, ETL (Tech Application Spec CSE) Location: Pleasanton, CA Job Summary: Responsible to ensure operational Clarity ETL quality and timeliness for all regions. Works directly with the vendor staff for ETL quality, error resolution and problem-solving. Supports the Clarity Operations team with participation in designing and implementing new operational model processes and practice. Interface with the client, analyze business needs, determine business solutions and implement appropriate system configurations and changes to applications/software. Essential Functions: Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: - Responsible to ensure operational Clarity ETL quality and timeliness for all regions. - Identifies areas for systems improvements and assists with determining priorities of systems upgrades and enhancements. - Collaboratively works with the vendor partners, clients and other Technical Specialists to streamline work flow and processes. - Oversees collaboration with implementation teams to ensure that Epic release changes, testing and implementation, are performed to quality standards. - Evaluates potential projects and assigns Technical Specialists to the team and reports on progress. - Utilizes analysis to collaborate with users, analysts and consultants to determine solutions and required configurations to meet business requirements. - Change request management including cost estimation, project documentation and user training. - Designs and runs reports, gathers statistics and makes presentations regarding the supported software. - Manages internal or vendor ETL work for implementations into production, makes adjustments as necessary. - Identifies areas for work flow and process improvements. Vets ideas with vendor and KP teams and works through applications improvements to implement. - Understands the impact of the application on the organization and interdependencies. Articulates and communicates this impact to other employees and Business Partners. Leads discussions on organizational impact to lead to application optimization. - Provides professional/technical guidance to team members. - Engages in matters requiring coordination across functional lines. - Serves as a technical/professional mentor to team members. - Ensures the delivery of work for the team. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in MIS, CS or a related field and/or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - A minimum of 12 years of professional experience in analysis of complex business requirements, systems upgrades, workflows and application capabilities. - Thorough knowledge of ETL processes, especially those of the Epic application. - Considered functional expert in field, if within KP. - Frequently contributes to the development of new theories, practices and methods. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of clinical workflows in the healthcare industry. - Knowledge and/or direct experience in business / operational area supported by application.2012-05-18 19:45:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128982CAPleasanton, CA28800141http://kp.jobs/xml/28800141/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Research Nurse II Location: Bellflower, CA The Research Nurse II will be responsible for the coordination of the clinical research within the department. Further responsibility to lead the Research Nurse Team will include monitoring & raising the standard of nursing input within this team.The Research Nurse II will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the well being of the patients & is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research. In conjunction w/ the multidisciplinary team facilitate the production of good quality of research. He/She will be instrumental in implementing team objectives to enhance the performance & development of the research nurses. Essential Functions: - Duties & responsibilities in the areas of. - Clinical Research Coordination: Review & lead the development & implementation of Clinical Research undertaken within the department to assess & evaluate the progress of on-going clinical trials & research undertaken in the unit. - Maintaining an accurate account of the status of the projects & to regularly update the department on the status. To safeguard interest of patients by liaison w/ relevant trial personnel & contribution to trial design & protocol & ensure compliance w/ ICH GCP Guidelines. - To ensure that all proposed research projects carried out in the department are reviewed by the Institutional Review Committee (IRB) prior to commencement & that updates & amendments are reported in a timely fashion. - To drive & encourage the participation in original research carried out in the department. To provide advice & support to other members of the multidisciplinary team w/ regard to ICH & GCP, project development, implementation, completion & dissemination. - Liaison w/ pharmaceutical sponsors regarding feasibility & implementation aspects of proposed clinical trials. - Liaison w/ the multidisciplinary team to promote & oversee the appropriate referral & recruitment of patients to research within the unit for which the post holder has a designated responsibility. - Ensure that all ICH GCP required documentation is kept in a clearly track able system & is stored in for the appropriate time at all times to ensure clear, accurate records, developing data collection, case report forms & design of database where required. - To establish & maintain good working relationships w/ supporting clinical services. - To establish & maintain good channels of communication w/ other departments within the Medical Center, other Medical Centers, non-commercial bodies & pharmaceutical sponsors. - In conjunction w/ or in the absence of, the Department Manager, monitors & plans in advance workload of the department ensuring it is adequately resourced. In conjunction w/ the lead clinician and/or Department Manager develops & updates a strategy for clinical research within the department. - Clinical Service & Professional Responsibilities: To work as part of the multidisciplinary team & contribute to the ongoing development of the department. - Develop standards for research practice & ensure these are reviewed & updated on a regular basis. Also to review other relevant departmental standards to ensure they are applied appropriately. - To provide ongoing advice & information to patients/members w/ regard to their participation in clinical research in order to facilitate effective informed consent. - To assist the clinicians in the assessment of patients/volunteers for eligibility for research & monitoring of their condition throughout their participation. - To be responsible for maintaining strong relationships & positive communication channels w/ other key personnel. Works within the scope of professional conduct. - To be responsible for developing & sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills & professional awareness in accordance w/ KP policies. - To drive & encourage the participation in original research carried out in the department for self & junior members of the team. Due regard must be given for the sexual orientation, age, customs, values & spiritual beliefs of patients in accordance w/ 'Equal Opportunities' practices. - To observe the confidentiality of patient information at all times, both in accordance w/ the Data Protection Act. - To be conversant w/ major incident & fire procedures as they relate to clinics. To be conversant w/ & adhere to all clinical protocols. - To adhere to KPSC Policies, guidelines & current legislation including Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities & the No Smoking Policy. - Personal Education, Training & Development: To keep up to date w/ departmental, FDA, ICH & state regulation developments for the management of clinical research ensuring timely, effective implementation of changes. - To keep up to date w/ current & potential research & information relevant to the care of patients in the clinical area. To attend courses as deemed relevant & to attend meetings & conferences as appropriate. - Prepare results of research & present as posters or scientific presentations at meetings & conferences as appropriate. - Staff Management & Development: To act as a leader, resource & role model. - May be responsible for the supervision, mentoring, training of other research nurses & junior staff including Research Associates. May provide feedback & evaluation as applicable. - To facilitate & maintain effective communication within the research team. - Travel: Position may require travel. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - At least three (3) to five (5) years registered nursing experience. - Administrative or clinical research experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field preferred. - Bachelor's degree may be substituted for one (1) year work experience. - Nursing licensure in the state of California required. - CCRC or CCRP preferred. - Human Subjects Protection training required within 90 days of employment. PreferredQualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred - Professional experience in clinical research, particularly with projects working with children - Direct professional interaction with children preferred - Experience measuring body composition, height, weight, and other physical exam components - Working knowledge of diabetes and gestational diabetes Notes: - This is a conditional, benefitted, full-time position lasting approximately five(5) years. Study duration and position is conditional and based on grant funding. Upon completion of the initial grant funded project, the employee may be assigned to other grant funded projects if operationally feasible. - May require weekend and evening work, including limited (likely only one-time) travel outside of CA for training. - Research Nurse will provide support to the Hyperglycemia and Adverse Pregnancy Outcome (HAPO) study, which is an observational epidemiologic study aimed at clarifying the associations between levels of glucose intolerance during pregnancy and the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus. The Research RN will be responsible for the recruitment and retention of subjects.Will conduct physical examinations and ensure laboratory tests are performed. Administer questionnaires to study participants and provide oversight of a research associate on the team. The Research RN will work with the research associate to collect project data and develop and implement quality improvement measures to ensure quality data. Participate in study meetings, conference calls and writing group meetings.Other duties as assigned.2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135800CABellflower, CA28763307http://kp.jobs/xml/28763307/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Manager Ambulatory Care Dept Location: Harbor City, CA Responsible for the administrative & business management of a small (less than 20 FTEs) or medium size (less than 50 FTEs) department providing ambulatory patient care services. Through clinical nurse supervisors and/or assistant nurse managers, ensures patient care staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements; implements & maintains clinical & patient care practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Manages operations & services that add value & are integrated w/ nursing standards of practice, service priorities, & performance/outcome measures, as well as w/ strategic, business, & organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Manages outpatient operations & through nurse supervisor(s) and/or assistant department nurse manager(s) is responsible for the delivery of nursing services & outpatient care which are integrated w/ business plans & meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical, & utilization standards & performance measures - Ensures that services meet members', physicians', & internal clients' needs in a changing & competitive health care market - Achieves integrated services across the continuum of care & manages & ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services, & operations by designing & implementing systems, processes, & methods to evaluate & improve patient care across the continuum of care - Ensures patient care staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, NCQA, federal, state, & local requirements - Collaborates w/ physicians, nursing & other health care providers in establishing, implementing, & maintaining patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as a patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Develops & monitors budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service - Determines the appropriate staff-mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Provides for on going staff development - Develops, implements, & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organization's goals & business objectives & ensures they are met - Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader & Department Chief in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department - Manages & resolves human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (usually four (4) years)in health care related field required. - Master's Degree preferred. - Usually three (3) to five (5) years of experience in ambulatory care management / supervision or other related clinical area. - Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of ambulatory care practices, operations and local, state and federal regulatory standards.2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135830CAHarbor City, CA28763308http://kp.jobs/xml/28763308/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Project Manager I Location: Harbor City, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Responsible for providing leadership to a team committed to achieving specified goals of a project. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the first job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At the entry level, a Project Manager may lead projects that impact a single functional area or service area. It is responsible for working on problems of moderate scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Position will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides technical leadership to projects. - Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Assesses project impact on the workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or four (4) years of equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Masters Degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Three (3) or more years of experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Good project management and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Advanced Excel skills and data retrieval / processing / analysis skills. - Computer experience in MS Word and PowerPoint.2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135820CAHarbor City, CA28763306http://kp.jobs/xml/28763306/jobUSARiversideTitle: Project Manager I Location: Riverside, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Responsible for providing leadership to a team committed to achieving specified goals of a project. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the first job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At the entry level, a Project Manager may lead projects that impact a single functional area or service area. It is responsible for working on problems of moderate scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Position will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides technical leadership to projects. - Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Assesses project impact on the workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or four (4) years of equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Masters Degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Three (3) or more years of experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Good project management and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Computer experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. - 10-key adding machine skills. - Data entry skills.2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135833CARiverside, CA28763309http://kp.jobs/xml/28763309/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Coding Project Manager - LAMC Location: Los Angeles, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Responsible for setting strategic direction of projects and developing project plans. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the second job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At the second level, the Project Manager is responsible for leading projects of complex scope where analysis of data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within generally defined practices/policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of project. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: BasicQualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or four (4) years of equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Master's Degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) strongly preferred. - Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Effective leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Effective interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - CCS, PC or RHIT certificate. - Effective leadership, project management and consulting skills. - Computer experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135849CALos Angeles, CA28763310http://kp.jobs/xml/28763310/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Compliance Auditor - SB Location: Harbor City, CA The Compliance Auditor is responsible for partnering with local and regional medical center physicians and operations staff to oversee the quality and accuracy of outpatient coded clinical and administrative data, and to work with Regional Compliance to develop and implement an SCAL Compliance Plan that meets federal and other regulatory standards. The Compliance Auditor is also responsible for synthesizing local and regional audit findings to provide actionable feedback to local administrators and physicians on areas for improvement - this position is expected to use independent judgment and sensitivity when educating physicians on appropriate coding and medical documentation. This position is also expected to identify other review methods to assess coding quality (than traditional coding audits and review) than result in faster feedback to local operations staff and physicians. This position is expected to become an active participant in local and regional continuous quality improvement processes and workgroups, with a strong partnership with the Compliance Analyst , Data Quality Specialists and other medical center analytical groups. Essential Functions: - Assure compliance of operational processes and outpatient encounter data capture throughout Southern California Kaiser Permanente making determinations with respect to appropriateness of documentation, adherence to Federal, State and local regulations. - Partners with ECS DQS's to review regional and local audit findings to identify coding risk areas, and ensure that medical center training activities are addressing these areas. - Identify through focused audits operational and regulatory issues related to coding, documentation, and compliance reguirements, ensuring that appropriate documentation is maintained to comply with Federal and State requirements. - Partner with Compliance Analyst, DQSs and other local analytical workgroups to identify audit trends and risk areas based on audit findings and data analysis - formulate recommendations for future training and areas of education and focus based on findings. - Using independent judgment and sensitivity, review with individual physicians their audit findings and make suggestions for coding improvements. - Monitor coding performance to ensure lasting improvement. - Monitor corrective actions for audit review findings. - Conduct confidential audits for specific providers who represent a risk due to special circumstances or prior audit issues - work with medical center leadership to provide confidential feedback on an 'as needed' basis. - Actively participate in local ECS Oversight Committee and ECS champion physicians to work to resolve local coding issues, ensure compliance with local and regional audit plan and act as communication link regarding changes to federal and state government billing and coding guidelines. - Prepare and/or perform regional and medical center auditing analysis and/or special projects as assigned. - Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures/Compliance Audit Standards to ensure compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory requirements. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Finance/Business, Medical Records Technology, Health Services Administration, Nursing or other Ancillary medical area. - Certification in one of the following: i.e. Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), and three (3) or more years coding experience. - Demonstrated ability to review analytical, data and audit findings to identify coding trends and risk areas. - Ability to develop data requirements and work with Compliance Analyst and other analytical groups to extract, organize and analyze coded data. - Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including willingness to be flexible depending upon department and/or physician schedule needs. - Demonstrated ability to constructively and sensitively provide feedback to physicians and medical center leadership regarding federal and state coding, medical documentation and compliance guidelines, audit results and risk areas. - Audit skills and the ability to interpret and apply Federal and State regulations, coding and billing requirements. - Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a team environment, using excellent written, verbal and presentation skills to share audit findings, risk areas and compliance issues. - Strong interpersonal and excellent written and oral communication skills. - Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of physician, patient, patient account, and personnel data. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Three (3) or more years of coding experience. - Able to provide feedback to physicians and leadership on federal and state coding, medical documentation, compliance guidelines, audit results and risk areas. - Computer experience in MS Word or Excel. - Data entry skills. Notes: - Travel between facilities may be required.2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135858CAHarbor City, CA28763311http://kp.jobs/xml/28763311/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Compliance Auditor - WLA Location: Los Angeles, CA The Compliance Auditor is responsible for partnering with local and regional medical center physicians and operations staff to oversee the quality and accuracy of outpatient coded clinical and administrative data, and to work with Regional Compliance to develop and implement an SCAL Compliance Plan that meets federal and other regulatory standards. The Compliance Auditor is also responsible for synthesizing local and regional audit findings to provide actionable feedback to local administrators and physicians on areas for improvement - this position is expected to use independent judgment and sensitivity when educating physicians on appropriate coding and medical documentation. This position is also expected to identify other review methods to assess coding quality (than traditional coding audits and review) than result in faster feedback to local operations staff and physicians. This position is expected to become an active participant in local and regional continuous quality improvement processes and workgroups, with a strong partnership with the Compliance Analyst , Data Quality Specialists and other medical center analytical groups. Essential Functions: - Assure compliance of operational processes and outpatient encounter data capture throughout Southern California Kaiser Permanente making determinations with respect to appropriateness of documentation, adherence to Federal, State and local regulations. - Partners with ECS DQS's to review regional and local audit findings to identify coding risk areas, and ensure that medical center training activities are addressing these areas. - Identify through focused audits operational and regulatory issues related to coding, documentation, and compliance reguirements, ensuring that appropriate documentation is maintained to comply with Federal and State requirements. - Partner with Compliance Analyst, DQSs and other local analytical workgroups to identify audit trends and risk areas based on audit findings and data analysis - formulate recommendations for future training and areas of education and focus based on findings. - Using independent judgment and sensitivity, review with individual physicians their audit findings and make suggestions for coding improvements. - Monitor coding performance to ensure lasting improvement. - Monitor corrective actions for audit review findings. - Conduct confidential audits for specific providers who represent a risk due to special circumstances or prior audit issues - work with medical center leadership to provide confidential feedback on an 'as needed' basis. - Actively participate in local ECS Oversight Committee and ECS champion physicians to work to resolve local coding issues, ensure compliance with local and regional audit plan and act as communication link regarding changes to federal and state government billing and coding guidelines. - Prepare and/or perform regional and medical center auditing analysis and/or special projects as assigned. - Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures/Compliance Audit Standards to ensure compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory requirements. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Finance/Business, Medical Records Technology, Health Services Administration, Nursing or other Ancillary medical area. - Certification in one of the following: i.e. Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), and three (3) or more years coding experience. - Demonstrated ability to review analytical, data and audit findings to identify coding trends and risk areas. - Ability to develop data requirements and work with Compliance Analyst and other analytical groups to extract, organize and analyze coded data. - Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including willingness to be flexible depending upon department and/or physician schedule needs. - Demonstrated ability to constructively and sensitively provide feedback to physicians and medical center leadership regarding federal and state coding, medical documentation and compliance guidelines, audit results and risk areas. - Audit skills and the ability to interpret and apply Federal and State regulations, coding and billing requirements. - Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a team environment, using excellent written, verbal and presentation skills to share audit findings, risk areas and compliance issues. - Strong interpersonal and excellent written and oral communication skills. - Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of physician, patient, patient account, and personnel data. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Three (3) or more years of coding experience. - Able to provide feedback to physicians and leadership on federal and state coding, medical documentation, compliance guidelines, audit results and risk areas. - Computer experience in MS Word or Excel. - Data entry skills. Notes: - Travel between facilities may be required.2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135864CALos Angeles, CA28763312http://kp.jobs/xml/28763312/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Compliance Auditor - Parsons Location: Pasadena, CA The Compliance Auditor is responsible for partnering with local and regional medical center physicians and operations staff to oversee the quality and accuracy of outpatient coded clinical and administrative data, and to work with Regional Compliance to develop and implement an SCAL Compliance Plan that meets federal and other regulatory standards. The Compliance Auditor is also responsible for synthesizing local and regional audit findings to provide actionable feedback to local administrators and physicians on areas for improvement - this position is expected to use independent judgment and sensitivity when educating physicians on appropriate coding and medical documentation. This position is also expected to identify other review methods to assess coding quality (than traditional coding audits and review) than result in faster feedback to local operations staff and physicians. This position is expected to become an active participant in local and regional continuous quality improvement processes and workgroups, with a strong partnership with the Compliance Analyst , Data Quality Specialists and other medical center analytical groups. Essential Functions: - Assure compliance of operational processes and outpatient encounter data capture throughout Southern California Kaiser Permanente making determinations with respect to appropriateness of documentation, adherence to Federal, State and local regulations. - Partners with ECS DQS's to review regional and local audit findings to identify coding risk areas, and ensure that medical center training activities are addressing these areas. - Identify through focused audits operational and regulatory issues related to coding, documentation, and compliance reguirements, ensuring that appropriate documentation is maintained to comply with Federal and State requirements. - Partner with Compliance Analyst, DQSs and other local analytical workgroups to identify audit trends and risk areas based on audit findings and data analysis - formulate recommendations for future training and areas of education and focus based on findings. - Using independent judgment and sensitivity, review with individual physicians their audit findings and make suggestions for coding improvements. - Monitor coding performance to ensure lasting improvement. - Monitor corrective actions for audit review findings. - Conduct confidential audits for specific providers who represent a risk due to special circumstances or prior audit issues - work with medical center leadership to provide confidential feedback on an 'as needed' basis. - Actively participate in local ECS Oversight Committee and ECS champion physicians to work to resolve local coding issues, ensure compliance with local and regional audit plan and act as communication link regarding changes to federal and state government billing and coding guidelines. - Prepare and/or perform regional and medical center auditing analysis and/or special projects as assigned. - Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures/Compliance Audit Standards to ensure compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory requirements. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Finance/Business, Medical Records Technology, Health Services Administration, Nursing or other Ancillary medical area. - Certification in one of the following: i.e. Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), and three (3) or more years coding experience. - Demonstrated ability to review analytical, data and audit findings to identify coding trends and risk areas. - Ability to develop data requirements and work with Compliance Analyst and other analytical groups to extract, organize and analyze coded data. - Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including willingness to be flexible depending upon department and/or physician schedule needs. - Demonstrated ability to constructively and sensitively provide feedback to physicians and medical center leadership regarding federal and state coding, medical documentation and compliance guidelines, audit results and risk areas. - Audit skills and the ability to interpret and apply Federal and State regulations, coding and billing requirements. - Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a team environment, using excellent written, verbal and presentation skills to share audit findings, risk areas and compliance issues. - Strong interpersonal and excellent written and oral communication skills. - Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of physician, patient, patient account, and personnel data. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135872CAPasadena, CA28763313http://kp.jobs/xml/28763313/jobUSARancho CucamongaTitle: Learning Consultant Non-Exempt Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA ssesses and identifies training needs and interventions, then delivers programs, and measures learning transfer for training programs to enhance individual and team effectiveness. Essential Functions: - Develops and/or coordinates training programs, which include orientation, job content, technology, and customer service for management and area personnel. May collaborate with training vendor. - Works with central training area to identify training resource materials and personnel. - Maintains training schedule for team members. - Conducts training and/or arranges for guest lecturers/trainers covering technical issues, new products/services, individual on-the-job training, and new-hire orientation. - Produces periodic reports outlining training needs accompanied with recommendations and implications, such as changes in operations, budget or quality. Assesses the effectiveness of training programs. - Makes recommendations for improvements. - Establishes a project plan and conducts cost/benefit analysis for any recommendations made to area management. - May organize multi-disciplinary project teams. - Follows established training procedures to identify, deliver, and track training programs. - Creates partnerships with other KP and HR departments to ensure consistency of policies and procedures. - Maintains current knowledge of area functions, customer service, and quality improvement literature, research, and projects. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, usually four (4) or more years in developing and conducting training programs on a variety of subjects. - Experience in training needs assessment and gap analysis. - Experience in curriculum development and instructional design required. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in education, psychology or other relevant field. - Master's preferred. - Must have exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills. - Demonstrated ability in quantitative and qualitative analysis. - User knowledge of desktop and word processing software required. - May require some traveling throughout the state. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Member services experience strongly preferred2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135886CARancho Cucamonga, CA28763315http://kp.jobs/xml/28763315/jobUSARiversideTitle: Patient Educator RN Location: Riverside, CA Collaborates with other educators, managers, physicians, and other healthcare providers to develop, design, deliver and evaluate/improve education strategies and programs/classes based on member/patient and needs, as well as department, organizational goals/objectives and regulatory needs. Essential Functions: - Conducts educational needs assessments to design and develop programs to meet regulatory requirements and organizational, departmental needs. - Coordinates implements and evaluates programs. - Communicates and markets education programs to a broad target audience using appropriate methods, and based on identified/assessed needs. - Makes assessment of physiological and /or functional status using protocols, initiates appropriate interventions. - Develops individualized member/patient/family education plan focusing on self management, delivers member/patient/family education (individual or group) specific to disease state. - Provides direct group or one-on-one health education services to members and the public. - Reviews and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate written and audio visual health content. - Consults with physicians and other health care providers re: member/patient specific clinical and health related issues and education needs. - Participates in multi disciplinary care teams and committees. - Collects data; plans and prepares reports for performance improvement and/or quality assurance audits. - Makes recommendations for cost/quality strategies, works within budget. - Serves as expert clinical resource to staff and departments in defining and meeting educational, clinical, quality and cost outcomes and performance measures. - Participates in establishing department policies and protocols that support regulatory standards (JOINT commission, NCQA, MediCal). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current California RN license required. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (usually 4 years) required - Previous teaching experience required or previous recent experience in education in clinical service area (usually two (2)to five (5)years.) - Master's Degree preferred. - CPR instructor preferred. - Adult learning and behavior change knowledge required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and group facilitator/process skills. - Computer literacy required. PreferredQualifications: - BLS/CPR certification - CDE preferred - Assessing/teaching patients with Diabetes, Heart Disease and other medical issues - PC applications (Microsoft Office / PowerPoint/ Excel) - Classroom and 1:1 instruction - Computer knowledge of KP Health Connect and KP Main Frame systems - Ability to work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams - Excellent customer service skills - Ability to work in a Labor/Management-Partnership environment Notes: - This is Full-time, variable position between the hours of 7:30 am - 9:30 pm. -Valid CA Driver's license and dependable transportation required - Other work locations include: Moreno Valley Community Hospital in Moreno Valley and the Riverside Medical Center (10800 Magnolia Ave, Riverside). Additionally, Heacock MOB, Wildomar MOB, and other areas in the Riverside Service Area as needed. - The work schedule varies depending on program needs and will require one (1) or more evenings per week and/or weekends - Will require lifting and moving program supplies that could be up to 50 lbs.2012-05-17 18:32:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135873CARiverside, CA28763314http://kp.jobs/xml/28763314/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: RNP I/PA I Location: Harbor City, CA Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting & evaluating diagnostic tests & examinations. Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnoses & treats both chronic & episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establishes & documents the health care plan & prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation w/ a physician. Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder & releases the patient. Essential Functions: - Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting & evaluating diagnostic tests & examinations. - Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. - Diagnoses & treats both chronic & episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. - Establishes & documents the health care plan & prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. - Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation w/ a physician. - Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder & releases the patient. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year experience unless specified by department - Graduate of an accredited RN and NP Program - Master's Degree* (* effective 5/23/07 for those not previously grandfathered in) - Current California RN License - Current California Nurse Practitioner Certificate - Maintain current national certification from approved organizations (American Nurses Credentialing Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, or the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board) - California Furnishing Number - AHA BCLS - National Provider Identification Number (NPI) and be an approved Medicare provider. - If department elects to hire a new grad NP, the California Furnishing Number and if applicable, the DEA Registration Number, must be obtained within 12 months of hire. In this case, the probationary period would also be extended from 6 to 12 months Preferred Qualifications: - Good Customer Service Skills. - Skilled with KP Health Connect - Experience with ambulatory women's health issues.2012-05-17 18:32:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134790CAHarbor City, CA28763299http://kp.jobs/xml/28763299/jobUSACarsonTitle: Health Educator II - (Bilingual) Location: Carson, CA Assesses, designs, implements, presents, & evaluates health education programs & services. Essential Functions: - Conducts needs assessments, establishes priorities, designs, implements, & evaluates basic health education programs, protocols, & standards - Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including establishing effective referral & publicity systems, monitoring quality & documentation, providing scheduling & logistical support, & facilitating use of community services to promote the delivery of cost effective health education services - Provides direct group or one-on-one health education services to members & the public - Reviews, develops, & recommends high quality, culturally appropriate written & audio visual health education materials - Consults w/ physicians & staff regarding related health education services - Coordinates health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays, & community health events - Specializes in a specific area of health education (e.g., HIV nutrition, chronic disease, health promotion) as required - Prepares reports, grants, proposals, & documentation as assigned - Participates in establishing department strategic goals & priorities - Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required - Master's degree in a field related to the position and/or the following certifications: Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian (CNSD), Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR), Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP) or Fellow of the American Dietetic Association (FADA) - Previous usually one (1) year of experience in providing and coordinating health education services - Previous experience in curriculum development - Demonstrated knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory, group process theory and application - Strong interpersonal and written communication skills - Knowledge of PC applications required - Demonstrates working knowledge of mainframe and personal computing systems - Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications - Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership Environment - Two (2) years of recent teaching/program planning, preferred - Previous individual, small group and large group/classroom training/teaching experience, preferred - Knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory, preferred - Demonstrated ability to use effective verbal and written communication skills, preferred - Curriculum and materials development, preferred Preferred Qualifications: - CHES preferred - Customer service skills Notes: - Must be able to cover Evening classes - Travel to MOB's and Regional meetings - Must pass the Bilingual assessment test2012-05-17 18:32:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134921CACarson, CA28763301http://kp.jobs/xml/28763301/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: SP Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -CA RN license and AHA BLS certification - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Level III NICU or successful completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area Preferred Qualifications: - PALS card - BSN preferred - NRP Instructor - Three (3) - five (5) years NICU experience preferred - Computer knowledge of Electronic Medical Record system Notes: - Schedule includes working rotating weekends2012-05-17 18:32:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134929CALos Angeles, CA28763302http://kp.jobs/xml/28763302/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: SP Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -CA RN license and AHA BLS certification - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Level III NICU or successful completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area Preferred Qualifications: - PALS card - BSN preferred - NRP Instructor - Three (3) - five (5) years NICU experience preferred - Computer knowledge of Electronic Medical Record system Notes: - Schedule includes working rotating weekends2012-05-17 18:32:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134931CALos Angeles, CA28763303http://kp.jobs/xml/28763303/jobUSARedlandsTitle: Physical Therapist Location: Redlands, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the rehabilitation services Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluate patients and interpret evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establish treatment goals and plan treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. - Implement the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel; and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provide advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assess clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharge patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provide accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrate progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelors' or masters' or doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy OR foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice physical therapy by the state of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - Outpatient setting experience Notes: -10% of travel - Other work location: 9985 Sierra Ave Fontana Medical Center (may be asked) - Saturdays included2012-05-17 18:32:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134950CARedlands, CA28763304http://kp.jobs/xml/28763304/jobUSADowneyTitle: Physician Assistant I - PD Location: Downey, CA Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting, and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations. Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnoses and treats both chronic and episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establishes and documents the health care plan and prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation with a physician. Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder and releases the patient. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) years experience as a Physician Assistant - Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Program. - Current California Physician Assistant license. - *National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) (*Must be obtained from NCCPA for initial licensure, need not be maintained). -AHA BCLS - National Provider Identification Number (NPI) and be an approved Medicare provider. PreferredQualifications: - Assertive interpersonal skills interacting with peers, physicians and members in a confident and concise manner Notes: - Required skills: Adult and Pediatric Ambulatory Care. Ability to work with physicians and members in a confident and concise manner. To function with minimal supervision, problem solve and make decisions in a fast pace environment. Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment. Will be responsible for assuring appropriate documentation, discharge instructions and arrangements for follow-up care. - Will be assigned to all of Family Medicine modules including Urgent Care, Surgical Urgent Care at the Orchard MOB, Rosecrans MOB, Cudahy MOB, Lynwood MOB, Whittier MOB, Primary Care Connections and/or Bellflower MOB. - Ability to work 4, 8, or 12 hour shifts, 7 days a week, weekends, days, evenings and holidays. - Hours may vary - Start time will vary depending on departmental needs - Other duties as needed2012-05-17 18:32:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135415CADowney, CA28763305http://kp.jobs/xml/28763305/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Appointment Center Master Scheduler Location: San Diego, CA Under direct supervision, prepares & maintains physicians'/physician extenders' master schedules; coordinates schedule changes; compiles monthly reports; expedites changes to ensure adequate coverage available for medical offices, hospital call rotation & special procedures & operating room assignments; computes all worked medical offices, hospital call rotation & special procedures & operating room assignments; computes all worked & non-worked physician hours bi-weekly; completes a Regional Positive Time Report for each physician bi-weekly. Essential Functions: - Prepares master schedules for physician/physician extenders including monthly medical office schedule, hospital call rotation, special procedure and/or operating room assignments that meet both the patient & the provider access needs - Make schedule changes as necessary, keeping appointment levels at their optimum - Distributes schedules according to established procedures - Develops & maintains a check & balance system to ensure schedule changes are made correctly & departments affected by changes are notified immediately - Monitors & follows up w/ all schedules for physicians, making all calls equitable in rotation - Maintains & balances an equitable call schedule within the department - Prepares & maintains holiday call schedules for physicians, making all calls equitable in rotation - Coordinates & develops, w/ Chief of each department, the providers' master schedules three (3) months prior to activating those schedules in the Regional OPAS system - Ensures that the Physician Scheduling Policy & Procedures are followed when developing & maintaining provider's profiles - Confirms physician time against Master Schedules & actual OPAS appointment schedules - Ensures that providers arrange for their own medical offices & hospital call coverage in event of their absence according to department policies & procedures - Computes physician worked & non-worked hours onto Positive Time Report according to established policy & procedures - Distributes physicians' copies of Positive Tine Reports - Obtains appropriate authorizations for callbacks; ensures providers' appropriate use of indirect non-worked time & indirect worked time - Conducts orientation w/ new providers to acquaint them w/ Physician Scheduling roles & responsibilities - Collects, prepares & distributes statistical data as required - Composes & types inter-office memorandums as required - Establishes & maintains appropriate departmental files & records - Ensures accuracy & confidentiality of all records - Provides support & backup within master scheduler team & performs other duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years recent direct experience with demonstrated computer literacy. - Two (2) years recent experience on computerized appointment system. - Experience on master scheduling within a Primary Care department preferably one (1) year minimum. - Master scheduling experience. - Ability to understandand communicated effectivelyand diplomatically with all levels of personnel. - Ability to perform multiple tasks in a heavy workload environment. - Ability to meet scheduling deadlines. - General knowledge of organizational proceduresand the ability to apply them to various situations. PreferredQualifications: - Knowledge of master scheduling principles. - Able to receive multiple schedule changes and make appropriate modification in the provider's schedules. - Computer knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Access and Health Connect system. Notes: - This is an on-call variable position; schedule / days / hours may vary. - Work hours will vary between 4:00 am - 5:00 pm. - Shifts of three (3) - four (4) master schedulers are necessary to provide coverage for seven (7) days a week for MOD and Rounding schedules. - Weekly assignment changes. - Days off are rotated (every other weekend). -Work locations will vary (SDMC, Palomar andSan Marcos).2012-05-17 18:32:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134443CASan Diego, CA28763287http://kp.jobs/xml/28763287/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Dietitian I/II Location: Bellflower, CA Provides nutrition education & clinical services within established guidelines. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Participates in establishing department strategic goals & priorities - Assesses member needs, establishes priorities, designs, develops, recommends, updates, implements & evaluates programs, curriculum, materials (written & audiovisual), protocols, procedures & standards for health/nutrition education - Plans, participates & evaluates community events & coordinates use of community resources as appropriate - Implements nutrition care plans to include follow-up & referrals to government, community and/or other KP facilities for continuity of nutrition care - Educates/counsels members, family & caregivers regarding health & nutrition on an individual or group setting (classes) - Develops meal plans as appropriate to meet member's lifestyle, socio-economic background, age, culture, diagnosis & religious affiliation - Consults & educates physicians & other health care providers regarding member & population specific nutrition/health related issues - Participates in multidisciplinary care teams & committees - Collects data, plans, prepares & implements reports for performance improvement and/or quality assurance audits - Develops grants & proposals for health/nutrition programs - Plans, conducts & evaluates in-service education programs for department staff, the multidisciplinary care team & physicians - Individual Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) - Provides high quality, evidence-based, efficient, customer-focused MNT, including nutrition screening, assessment, care planning & education for appropriate nutrition intervention - Develops, implements & monitors ongoing plan of care based on the screening & assessment of the patient specific nutrition care plans/education & based on the patient's age, nutrition & psychosocial status, diagnosis, cultural background & religious affiliation - Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in providing and coordinating health education services (usually 1 year) and/or hospital experience. - Bachelor's degree in Food/Nutrition or related field. - Must be a current Registered Dietitian (RD), as confirmed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. - Pre-RDs may be considered if candidate has completed the Supervised Practice Program (SPP) for RDs, AND not more than six (6)months have passed since completing the SPP, AND candidate has not previously failed the RD registration exam, AND candidate must become a RD within six (6) months of completing the SPP to comply with California Law. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. - Demonstrates working knowledge of mainframe and personal computing systems. - Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications. - Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership Environment Notes: - Works rotating weekends2012-05-17 18:32:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134640CABellflower, CA28763289http://kp.jobs/xml/28763289/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital/ F180-3 Per Diem Day DOU Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in a Critical Care, DOU or SDU setting, or must have successfully completed a KP or equivalent Critical Care, DOU or SDU course (as unit appropriate) within prior 12 months. - Basic Arrhythmia course required. - Current ACLS card required. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 am-7:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:00 pm-11:30 pm. - Position Control # F180-3 - This is a per-diem position2012-05-17 18:32:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134661CASan Diego, CA28763290http://kp.jobs/xml/28763290/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Specialty Unit Chg RN - Hosp/ F326 PT Night 8hr 32 Charge DOU Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in a Critical Care, DOU or SDU setting, or must have successfully completed a KP or equivalent Critical Care, DOU or SDU course (as unit appropriate) within prior 12 months. - Basic Arrhythmia course required. - Current ACLS card required. Notes: - Position Control # F326ReliefCharge RN Position - Works 'Payday' weekends2012-05-17 18:32:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134666CASan Diego, CA28763292http://kp.jobs/xml/28763292/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Specialty Unit Chg RN - Hosp/ F325 PT Night 32Hr 8hr DOU Charge Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in a Critical Care, DOU or SDU setting, or must have successfully completed a KP or equivalent Critical Care, DOU or SDU course (as unit appropriate) within prior 12 months. - Basic Arrhythmia course required. - Current ACLS card required. Notes: - Position Control # F325ReliefCharge RN Position - Works 'Payday' weekends2012-05-17 18:32:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134665CASan Diego, CA28763291http://kp.jobs/xml/28763291/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Intern Pharmacist - (JMV-6831) Location: San Diego, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 wpm - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate with co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50 lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - PR# JMV-6831 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required2012-05-17 18:32:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134678CASan Diego, CA28763293http://kp.jobs/xml/28763293/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Intern Pharmacist - (JMV-6832) Location: San Diego, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 wpm - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate with co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50 lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - PR# JMV-6832 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required2012-05-17 18:32:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134676CASan Diego, CA28763294http://kp.jobs/xml/28763294/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Ambulatory Care Pharmacist - (JMV-6828) Location: San Diego, CA Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services using approved protocols in collaboration with other health professional. Includes managing patient drug therapy, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Promotes high quality, evidence-based, cost-effective pharmaceutical care. Performs these duties in the clinical areas assigned. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Conducts patient medication history inquiries upon referral from physicians and other medical personnel. - Given a diagnosis, synthesizes a treatment plan, which may include drug therapy and lifestyle modifications, and transition within the continuum of care settings. - Identifies, resolves, and prevents potential and actual medication-related problems including untreated indications, improper drug selection, sub-therapeutic dosage, overdose, failure to receive medication, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, and medication without indication. - Under protocol, initiates, adjusts, monitors, and recommends changes in drug therapy based on information obtained through patient interviews, objective monitoring parameters, review of drug profiles and the patient medical record. - Coordinates and interprets laboratory monitoring of drug therapy, including serum drug levels, electrolytes, and other approved drug-related laboratory testing. - Provides patient monitoring for the purpose of evaluating and optimizing patient outcomes, drug utilization and patient compliance, detecting and/or minimizing ADRs, eliminating unnecessary drug use and duplication. - Provides patient education related to the individual's disease state, including predictable actions, side effects, reasons for proper compliance, and any special instruction. - Assure ongoing performance improvement of the pharmaceutical care services provided. - Provides education to providers and staff via presentations, newsletters, formal utilization reviews, and one-on-one interactions. - Performs other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Successful completion of a pharmacy practice residency or ambulatory care residency, or equivalent clinical experience in direct patient care delivery. - American Heart Association (AHA) approved Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within the probationary period. - Current California Pharmacist license required. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Advanced residency, fellowship or board certification, preferred. - A doctor of pharmacy (Pharm. D.) degree, preferred. Knowledge Required: - Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease state management, age appropriate therapy, and other information as it pertains to medical or pharmaceutical care management plan. - Expertise in drug utilization review. - Federal/State laws/regulations regarding delivery of pharmacy services and the scope of practice of a pharmacist. - Working knowledge of aseptic techniques & preparation of sterile IV products & chemotherapeutic agents, as required. - Emergency medication & drug monitoring, as required. - Sources of current drug information and medical literature. Skill/Abilities Required: - Ability to extract pertinent information from patient/other sources for a medical management plan. - Teaching ability and evaluation. - Effective verbal/written communication skills at appropriate level. - Learn & operate pharmacy computer system (s) & other equipment and software. - Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills. - Demonstrated ability to work with others on the patient care team. Notes: - PR# JMV-6828 -Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required2012-05-17 18:32:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134679CASan Diego, CA28763295http://kp.jobs/xml/28763295/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Labor and Delivery RN - Anaheim Per Diem Nightshift Location: Anaheim, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in L & D or completion of KP L&D course or approved equivalent (which includes basic fetal monitoring and NRP) within prior 12 months. - Current NRP & ACLS card required. - Successful completion of AWHONN advanced fetal monitoring course since 2006. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. - Ability to scrub and circulate as required.2012-05-17 18:32:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132430CAAnaheim, CA28763284http://kp.jobs/xml/28763284/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Bakersfield, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN licenseand AHA BLS Certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three [3] years) full time equivalent experience in pediatric acute care or pediatric ambulatory care. Notes: - This is a variable position, work hours may vary between 7:00 am - 7:00 pm. - Travel may be required2012-05-17 18:32:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130801CABakersfield, CA28763280http://kp.jobs/xml/28763280/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Communications Operator Location: Harbor City, CA Under direct supervision, places various specialized calls; receives incoming calls; pages medical center personnel, initiates emergency procedures, provides inpatient information as appropriate - adhering to HIPAA guidelines. Essential Functions: - Provide exceptional customer service to both our internal & external customers - Provide courteous & cooperative service on each & every encounter - Must possess strong interpersonal skills & the ability to multi-task - Receive & correctly route incoming calls - Effectively & quickly handle various codes (blue, red, secure, etc), including Overhead Paging - Provide patient information as appropriate & adhere to all HIPAA guidelines - Report equipment malfunction as needed - Orient new staff, or less experienced Operators - Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Pay Grade: 12 Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six (6) months experience providing front line customer service - Busy phone experience preferred - Working knowledge of PC's - Type 25 wpm. - You must take & pass the typing test prior to the end of the posting period or your bid will be bypassed - Test must be current within one (1) year. Please contact Human Resources for testing. - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Preferred Qualifications: - Prior PBX experience preferred. - Ability to work weekends - Basic computer skills to include Word, Excel and Lotus Notes. Notes: - This is a 24/7 department - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need.2012-05-17 18:32:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127979CAHarbor City, CA28763276http://kp.jobs/xml/28763276/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Research Assistant Location: Harbor City, CA Support investigators and other project staff in conducting research studies by collecting, analyzing and reporting data. Works under general supervision. Final review required for each phase of assignment. Essential Functions: - Administer participant consent; answer questions regarding study purpose - Set up tracking tools and document procedures - Provide oral and written updates on data collection process and project status - Provide feedback on, and assist with piloting of, new data collection instruments - Orient and provide training to team members and/or clinical staff on specific project tasks. If assigned to clinical trial, may work with monitors at clinical sites - Adheres to compliance and privacy/ confidentiality requirements and standards - Adheres to GCP and compliance regulations for clinical trials - Responsible for reviewing own work to ensure data quality - Acquires and maintains knowledge of KP systems and databases - Resolves problems that arise during the completion of project tasks - May assist with tracking information for invoices Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in research setting, preferred health research - Associate's degree or equivalent experience in a health-related field - Bachelor's degree in a health-related field preferred - Ability to identify and solve problems - Team-focused, detailed and goal-driven with professional oral and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications: - Direct patient interaction and ability to take tibia/ulna measurements & other duties for research. Notes: - The Research Assistant is a conditional position. - The duration of employment will be based on the availability of grant funds to support the position. - Upon completion of the initial grant funded project, the employee may be assigned to other grant funded projects if operationally feasible. - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need. - Work hours will vary between 8:30 am - 5:30 pm2012-05-17 18:32:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127481CAHarbor City, CA28763275http://kp.jobs/xml/28763275/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: LVN I - (Bilingual) Internal Medicine PT Location: Los Angeles, CA Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician provides nursing care in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan of the organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats co-workers, patients, families and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient as prescribed by physician/health care professional(s) following established protocols, policies and procedures. - Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams. - Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition. - Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order following established protocols. - Maintain equipment and supplies. - Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair. - Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual. - Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed. - Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. - Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures following established protocols. - Maintain patient confidentiality. - Perform other duties as directed. Qualifications: THIS IS A REPOST OF 122604. Pay Grade: 25 Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required. - Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse license. - Current Basic Life Support card. - Zero (0) to one (1) year LVN experience. Preferred Qualifications: - Graduate of accredited Vocational Nursing School. - Six (6) months recent experience as an LVN in Adult Internal Medicine or Family Practice in an ambulatory care setting. - Six (6) months acute care experience. - Current experience working with house staff. - Ability to manageand coordinate physician's office. - Experienceand knowledge of message handling, KITS, Health Connect systems, and other computer programs. - Quality Management, JCAHO/NCQA knowledge. - Strong computer skills. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Good teamwork skills, excellent group dynamics. - Ability to work well in a fast paced environment. - Ability to handle difficult patients and diverse workloads. - Ability to work well with the public. Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test.2012-05-17 18:32:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia122809CALos Angeles, CA28763272http://kp.jobs/xml/28763272/jobUSASanta AnaTitle: LVN I (Bilingual) Location: Santa Ana, CA Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician provides nursing care in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan of the organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats co-workers, patients, families and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient as prescribed by physician/health care professional(s) following established protocols, policies and procedures. - Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams. - Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition. - Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order following established protocols. - Maintain equipment and supplies. - Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair. - Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual. - Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed. - Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. - Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures following established protocols. - Maintain patient confidentiality. - Perform other duties as directed. Qualifications: Pay Grade: 25 Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required. - Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse, - Current Basic Life Support card. - Zero (0) to one (1) year LVN experience. Preferred Qualifications: - Prefer two (2+) years experience working in mental health field -Good at problem-solving, developing workflows, and working independently Notes: -Must pass the bilingual assessment test -Having this position is new to the Orange County Psychiatry department, and employee will be integrally involved in developing workflows for department2012-05-17 18:32:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia113249CASanta Ana, CA28763267http://kp.jobs/xml/28763267/jobUSADowneyTitle: Business Consultant/Analyst-Healthcare Claims Auditor (Downey, CA or Oakland, CA) Location: Downey, CA Business Consultant/Analyst-Healthcare Claims Auditor Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA or Downey, CA Subject matter expert representing Statewide Claims Operations for all aspects required to defend cases referred to the department by Legal.Support legal complaints and litigations by providing financial data and Claims analysis on open and closed cases. - Partner with Kaiser Legal team on claim related court cases, litigations and intent to sue. - Determine which documentation is relevant to cases received from Kaiser Legal and supply all requested documentation. - Prepare advanced trend data analysis and reports pertaining to legal complaints and litigations. Performs ad hoc projects/studies of moderate scope utilizing data analysis skills. - Provide root cause analysis driving reoccurring errors and rework through data analysis and auditing. - Subject Matter Expert responsible for giving depositions on behalf of CCA. Give input, review and declarations. - Develops and leverages relationships with peers, supervisors and management, both internal and external to CCA. Manages common resource demands and coordinate information relevant to legal cases between Northern CA and Southern CA for Statewide litigations and court cases. - Preferred certification or advanced qualification by third party association that matches the function or field applicable to the business discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Total of three (3) to five (5) years, to include two (2) or more years in a consulting role. - Bachelor's degree in business/health care administration or related discipline. - Preferred certification or advanced qualification by third party association that matches the function or field applicable to the business discipline preferred. - Identifies and documents cross-functional and/or cross-divisional, functional requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system/process specifications. - Thorough knowledge of platforms of the assigned functional area. - Coordinates installation and first-use of new applications/processes. - Assists in developing test plans. - Maintains current knowledge of application systems, interfaces, reporting processes, and data capture. - Measures outcomes against an internal standard of excellence. - Sets and works to meet challenging goals that will improve performance of project team or organizational unit. - Assesses the needs of a job and objectively matches the strengths of a person to that job to ensure maximum performance and results. - Listens actively and demonstrates sensitivity to patients/customers, encouraging them to discuss concerns, interests, needs, and difficult issues. - Consistently monitors own work and seek further experiences to ensure continual quality patient/customer service and delivery. - Monitors others' work to ensure quality and alignment in meeting member/customer needs; takes action to maintain standards. - Prioritizes project work to meet member/customer needs. - Takes initiative to alter normal procedures to meet specific member/customer needs. - Consistently asks clarifying questions in order to understand the importance of assignments/projects in relation to operational unit goals. - Prioritizes work in alignment with project objectives or goals. - Recognizes linkages and understands impact of individual actions on other parts of the organization and the member/customer.2012-05-17 18:32:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135969CADowney, CA28763258http://kp.jobs/xml/28763258/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Scrum Developer-Excel, VBA and Access Developer Location: Oakland, CA The Scrum Developer is a member of a Scrum Development Team working in an Agile development framework. Work is accomplished as a Team and requires someone who can work well in a collocated team environment on a cross functional team of different skilled individuals all responsible for estimating, design, analysis, programming, testing, and deployment readiness. Essential Functions: - Move seamlessly between programming, testing, analysis, design, writing documentation, etc. to meet team commitments. - Support a suite of software products that directly support our Underwriting, Actuarial, and Account Management user communities. - Leverage different technologies including Java, Oracle database, opens source reporting tools, and other programming languages in a Microsoft environment. - Estimating, analysis, design, programming, testing, documentation, etc. associated with the specifics necessary to fulfill the Teams commitments to complete Product Owner stories within a two week Sprint. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BA in business, or BS in computer science, or four years equivalent work experience. - Minimum of 2 years of verifiable programming expertise building applications with the following technologies Excel and VBA. - Expertise in writing applications in Excel with VBA in direct support of a 'business cycle' and be able to demonstrate knowledge and expertise in the technologies used to build and test applications in a Microsoft environment. - Minimum of 2 years of experience using one of the more common databases is required; Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, Access. - Excel development - Must have experience with relational databases and their associated concepts, Oracle, DB2, UBD, SQL Server would all be acceptable. - Proficiency with a diverse range of problem solving techniques and the ability to work with a Team to solve problems, make recommendations, and think through alternatives / options. - In-depth ability to analyze, test, program, and make good technical programming decisions to ensure correct and accurate programs are developed for deployment. Preferred Qualifications: - Former experience with a Scrum Development Team - Java, and/or C/C++ - Knowledge or experience with source code repository software - Skill using tools to access data stored in Oracle, BD2, SQL Server, Access databases. - Skills with any type of SQL (PL-SQL, T-SQL, etc.). - Skilled in tools used to analyze data, Crystal, Business Objects, Cognos, etc.). - Development in a Microsoft environment - Direct support of underwriting, actuarial, account management type of applications/products2012-05-17 18:32:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136027CAOakland, CA28763259http://kp.jobs/xml/28763259/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Database Marketing Consultant Location: Oakland, CA We are seeking a top tier marketing analytics expert tolead and manage a wide range of analytic projects essential to Kaiser Permanente's Medicare membership goals. Provide analytical/strategic-thinking and leadership skills that enable the teams to: 1)identify key business issues; 2) design and execute teststo drive direct marketing response; 3)bring technical/content expertise in deep data analysis; 4) vet findings and present formal recommendations to senior leadership; 5) create reports to inform critical strategic issues. Essential Functions: - Works with senior leadership to identify key issues and solutions in business processes, campaign planning/execution, results/insights, and recommendations. - Manages major marketing strategy and analytic projects, create media mix recommendations, identify channel optimization tactics -Develops analytic framework required to analyze marketing strategy, channel efficiency, online/offline attribution, etc -Leverages predictive tools to enhance direct response targeting - Partners with statisticians in response model build - Owns the outcome - represents findings in the form of actionable insights to stakeholders and senior leadership -Serves as subject matter/technical expert on tracking data and external lists - Knowledgeable and experienced in test-and-learn framework, test design, sizing, and statistical analysis to ensure accurate test execution and read Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree or related professional experience (4 years) in lieu of education. - Minimum of 4 years related experience; Or, Master's degree and 1-3 years experience. - Thorough knowledge of direct marketing analytics and reporting . - Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, market strategy practices, and standards. - Excellent analytic and problem solving skills. - Excellent data management skills coupled with extensive experience in relational databases and data quality. - Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts of database marketing/direct marketing. - Skilled in MS Excel, Access, Cognos and other databases/analytics tools. - Must know how to manipulate databases, to extract, analyze, and report data. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to produce Microsoft Powerpoint presentations. - Empirical experience in SAS and/or SQL Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree preferred (Business, Public Health, etc. - At least 5 years related experience preferred. - Experience/knowledge in Health Care industry. - Formal training and experience in statistics, mathematics, and quantitative analysis.2012-05-17 18:32:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136109CAOakland, CA28763260http://kp.jobs/xml/28763260/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Analyst SOX Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Senior Analyst, SOX for the SOX Program Management Office (PMO) Business Team located in Oakland, CA. The incumbent is accountable for a variety of activities in conjunction with the program test strategy and documentation with guidance from senior members of the SOX PMO Team to determine the most efficient and effective alternatives. The incumbent will monitor the progress of testing based on a preset testing strategy, and support the test planning with Internal Audit Services, reporting the information out to appropriate parties as required. The incumbent may also assist in performing testing and general work paper reviews. The incumbent will also assist SOX PMO team members in the creation of documentation regarding SOX PMO guidance including the maintenance of guidance on the SOX website. The incumbent will develop relationships with parties across the organization to ensure a sustained understanding of SOX control requirements in areas such as documentation and evidence. The incumbent will work with direction from management to document processes and perform process improvement activities. Essential Functions: -Participates in the analysis of current controls, and process information to assist in the coordination of testing by Internal Audit Services or to improve process efficiencies. - Works with SOX PMO team members determining impact on status of open deficiencies and remedial action plans. Adjusts plans accordingly based on information determined with assistance from PMO Managers. - Performs on-going project management. Provides accurate and comprehensive status reporting to all levels in timely manner. - Performs reconciliation and maintenance of reports and inventories, ensuring alignment with the narratives and SOX Tool, GRC. - Supports the SOX PMO Managers and learn the Business Mega Areas. - Provides management with timely and accurate assessment of project status updates, narratives, work papers and other documentation. - Develops relationships with the organization's Internal Audit Services, Mega process teams, Regional SOX teams and process and control owners. - Recommends modifications to established practices and procedures and successfully handles a full range of assignments and projects. - Independently initiates, identifies and coordinates the analysis, determines and takes action or provides recommendations to appropriate parties. - Performs special studies/projects of moderate scope as assigned, which may require independent development of innovative analytical approaches to resolve issues. - Participates in multiple cross-functional and/or multiple cross divisional task forces to identify and document functional requirements, workflow, information sources, and system/process specifications. - Accesses data and documentation from the KP SOX Tool (Paisley GRC 4.0) and updates documentation as required. Creates and runs reports from the Tool as needed to perform job functions and provide updates. - Interacts with external consultants in facilitating the testing process. Ensure efforts are not duplicated. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Total of five (5) to seven (7) years, to include two (2) or more years in a consulting role. - Five (5) years experience in healthcare environment or five (5) plus years of experience working in a department relevant to the current posting. - Bachelor's degree in business/health care administration or related discipline. - Preferred certification or advanced qualification by third party association that matches the function or field applicable to the business discipline-2012-05-17 18:32:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136155CAOakland, CA28763261http://kp.jobs/xml/28763261/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: P-Underwriter Location: San Diego, CA Underwriting's overarching function is to anticipate key business, marketplace and competitor dynamics in developing and implementing strategies to optimize business results which include retention and growth targets while mitigating risk. Primary focus is on establishing the appropriate rate and conditions of offering to achieve revenue, membership and margin goals. Additionally, processes and policies are managed to support optimal customer service while collaborating with Sales/Account Management partners to optimize business opportunities and effective solutions. Essential Functions: - Establish effective business relationships with Sales and Account Management to execute a business plan that optimizes our opportunities across a book of business - Produce accurate quotes in compliance with Underwriting & authority guidelines and state & federal laws for existing and prospective business - Participate in the execution of account and/or book of business plans to ensure attainment of goals - Lead limited peer review to ensure accuracy & appropriateness of quote - Adhere to business processes and policies that support for all job levels particularly in areas of rate actions, benefit structure, customer engagements, etc. - Meets established department turn around goals by balancing deadlines - Comply with new and existing policies, procedures, and methodologies - Comply with continuous quality improvement programs - Strategize with internal customers on implications of decisions on business outcomes - Assist in positioning Underwriting as an integral partner in the creation of effective business solutions - Establish relationships with Sales/Account Management to understand business potential with purchasers, brokers & consultants - Develop solutions that establish credibility with Sales/Account Management and external customers - Acquire and exhibit knowledge of the external business environment to add value Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One year of work experience performing analysis is required. - Demonstrated computer literacy including Excel and Word. - Sound written and verbal communication. - Ability to accurately calculate algebraic rating formulae. - Ability to work with incomplete or imperfect information and develop reasonable assumptions. - Ability to balance conflicting deadlines and meet established departmental turnaround goals. - Good organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure. - Ability to work cooperatively with others. - Ability to adapt to changing policies and procedures. Preferred Qualifications: - Two years related experience performing analysis work. - Experience in functions relating to health insurance or providers, such as marketing, membership services or accounting, reporting or rating, large group health underwriting, actuarial or benefit contract functions. - Strong understanding of benefits, Kaiser Permanente rating principles and methodologies, group enrollment guidelines, legal restrictions on reporting and rating and an understanding of how health care products are marketed and delivered to groups. - Awareness of the market environment for health care accross all regions. - Bachelor's degree preferred or a minimum of one year of equivalent experience in business administration, health care administration, mathematics, statistics, financial analysis or a related field.2012-05-17 18:32:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136225CASan Diego, CA28763263http://kp.jobs/xml/28763263/jobUSAOaklandTitle: National Medicare Administration Intern Location: Oakland, CA National Medicare Administration supports the Medicare Line of Business execute yearly initiatives. Most our of support is through program and project management activities. Types of projects: Sales and Marketing Initiatives for enrollment people and developing business requirements for the supporting systems. Project and Responsibilities: - SharePoint Development - We are in the process of utilizing SharePoint (Document repository and collaboration tool) as part of our project management tool set. - We need to build the capabilities, creating job aides for the capabilities, ensure people are trained and monitor the sharepoint sites for compliance. - We would like the intern to play a significant role on this project. The project will also include managing a project plan, developing status reports and presenting to a larger group. Alternate Project: - Project Coordination Support for one of our initiatives- Taking meeting notes, building project plans, documenting process flows, creating PowerPoint presentations. Skills the Intern will learn and develop: - How to run a project. - How to communicate to varying levels within a large organization, learn a tool - Sharepoint. Qualifications: BASIC REQUIREMENTS: - College students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree. 3.0 GPA or above - Academic students seeking professional training within a business corporate environment. - Analytical, relationship building, and interpersonal skills are essential. - Leadership potential. - Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Visio, and Lotus Notes. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field.2012-05-17 18:32:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136228CAOakland, CA28763262http://kp.jobs/xml/28763262/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Administrative Service Consultant - Self-Funding Location: San Diego, CA Administrative Service Consultant This position is responsible for the following: - Provide on-going account services to self-funding plan sponsors - Provide on-going financial and claims utilization reports to plan sponsors within the service level agreed timeframes - Identify and escalate claim funding defaults and billing delinquencies that require executive involvement Marketing, Sales & Retention - Provide on-going support to National and Regional Sales & Account Management - Manage, monitor and distribute Employer Reports - Proactively identify and resolve potential issues and problems - Research and respond to any questions from plan sponsor on employer reports - Participate and contribute to new and innovative self-funding product features - Participate and make recommendations on new self-funding product and benefit configurations - Coordinate self-funding administrative contracts & stop-loss policies - Coordinate self-funding performance guarantees. - Must be able to manage full range of daily operational needs (including pre/post implementation needs, benefit structure definition, claims, eligibility, ID card and SPD development, benefit changes, Open Enrollment processes, pharmacy issues, employer reports, stop-loss insurance etc.) - Must be able to provide resolution of claim, eligibility and payment issues, strategizing with accounts on utilization trends and recommended benefit plan design changes, etc.). - Working knowledge of self-funding plan administration - Minimum of 5 years technical experience in health insurance or managed care disciplines Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum five (5) years of account services experience required - Minimum five (5) years of technical experience in health insurance or managed care disciplines - Upward progression of assignments to a senior level position is strongly desired - Technical experience in one or more of the following areas is strongly desired: Self-Funding Administration, Benefit Plan Design, Contracts, Broker Compensation, Group Billing, Membership & Eligibility, Claims Administration, Product Development, Sales & Account Management, Employer Services, Member Services, Case Installation. - Bachelor's degree in Business, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration or other related fields is strongly desired - Graduate degree in one of the above disciplines is a plus - License or certification in Sales w/in the managed care or health benefits industry is a plus - Working knowledge of self-funding plan administration - Working knowledge of group benefit plan designs - Working knowledge of health claims processing - Working knowledge of self-funding market - Knowledge of stop-loss insurance - Competency in a variety of software applications that are routinely used in the communication, analysis & presentation of data: MS Word, Excel, Project, Visio, PowerPoint & Adobe Acrobat. - Ability to read, understand & analyze claim utilization reports & a variety of operational metrics2012-05-17 18:32:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135714CASan Diego, CA28763253http://kp.jobs/xml/28763253/jobUSAAlamedaTitle: PeopleSoft Business Analyst-Specialist (Alameda, CA) Location: Alameda, CA This position is responsible for the development, documentation and refinement of processes and system enhancements associated with supporting Kaiser's HR and Benefits programs. The Business Analyst Specialist is responsible for collecting data and providing analysis for complex business issues, particularly in relation to PeopleSoft HCM and HR Helpdesk system enhancements. Essential Functions: - Requirements definition and analysis: Collects and researches specific client requirements for projects and/or production support efforts, identifies requirements, gathers workflow data and basic system and reporting specifications. Develops, implements, and supports common business processes and tools. Recommends alternatives to address problems. - User Acceptance Testing coordination: Works with end users to coordinate roles tasks associated end user testing including development of test plans, test cases and identification of test data. - Project execution and tracking: Participates in project management process, including participating in project meetings or leading business analyst activities. May document issues, action items, user requirements, or deliverables from project meetings. Performs a variety of project related activities, including analysis or preparation of documentations and presentations. Accomplishes all work within established methodologies and standards. May be required to lead small project teams. - Business User/Owner Application Support: Provides 2nd tier application support for assigned application(s). May research functional issues according to defined prioritization/severity scheme. Influences client and gains commitment to changes required. - Customer Service: Actively engages clients through all phases of the project life cycle, ensuring client satisfaction through timely communication and consistent completion of deliverables within communicated timeframes. - Business and process improvement: Identifies opportunities for business or process improvement; makes associated recommendations as appropriate. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum eight (8) to twelve (12) years of related professional experience required. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. - Contributes to the development of concepts, techniques and standards in general business analysis, as well as IT principles and practices. - Skills required: Analysis/documentation of processes, methods, solutions, etc. - Interpretive - translates business processes and requirements into system specifications. - Advanced knowledge of information technology and applications.2012-05-17 18:32:21United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133505CAAlameda, CA28763250http://kp.jobs/xml/28763250/jobUSAMountain ViewTitle: Health Education Assistant Location: Mountain View, CA Under supervision, maintains efficient operation of the health education center & provides program support & assistance to the department & internal & external customers. Essential Functions: - Maintains the daily operations of the health education center - Assists members, physicians, staff, instructors, & community in utilization of health education services - Assesses individual needs, consults, & recommends resources & referrals - Maintains & recommends updates of all multi-media health information resources, including inventory, ordering, & database management of all materials - Manages & schedules logistics for classes & programs - Coordinates conference room use, tracks attendance statistics, & enrolls members & the community for classes - Supervises & trains health education volunteer staff - Assists in processing & tracking financial documents, e.g., revenue cost centers, class fees, etc. - Supports the development of departmental strategic goals & priorities - Performs other related duties as assigned by management Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one-year full time or 2 years part time experience in the last 5 years in Health Education or a customer/patient service area in a health care setting - Previous experience in customer/patient service area in a health care setting required - Associates of Arts required or equivalent years of experience (3 years) - Bachelor of Arts preferred in health care related field - Knowledge of PC applications required - Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Schedule: Tues, Wed, Thurs 1:00pm - 5:00pm; Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135635CAMountain View, CA28763207http://kp.jobs/xml/28763207/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Health Education Assistant Location: South San Francisco, CA Under supervision, maintains efficient operation of the health education center & provides program support & assistance to the department & internal & external customers. Essential Functions: - Maintains the daily operations of the health education center - Assists members, physicians, staff, instructors, & community in utilization of health education services - Assesses individual needs, consults, & recommends resources & referrals - Maintains & recommends updates of all multi-media health information resources, including inventory, ordering, & database management of all materials - Manages & schedules logistics for classes & programs - Coordinates conference room use, tracks attendance statistics, & enrolls members & the community for classes - Supervises & trains health education volunteer staff - Assists in processing & tracking financial documents, e.g., revenue cost centers, class fees, etc. - Supports the development of departmental strategic goals & priorities - Performs other related duties as assigned by management Secondary Functions: - Oversees and trains HE volunteers; maintains store items and inventory - Assists intructors and clinical health educators with class information - Assist with the massage appts, blood pressure program, prenatal appts - Oversees the Lending Library and various and sundry duties Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one-year full time or 2 years part time experience in the last 5 years in Health Education or a customer/patient service area in a health care setting - Previous experience in customer/patient service area in a health care setting required - Associates of Arts required or equivalent years of experience (3 years) - Bachelor of Arts preferred in health care related field - Knowledge of PC applications required - Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 mos experience in health education or similar front office setting - Knowledge of medical terminology, PC applications, word processing - Excellent written & oral communiction skills2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135669CASouth San Francisco, CA28763209http://kp.jobs/xml/28763209/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Health Education Instructor II (120254) Location: Santa Clara, CA Conducts health education classes using basic to moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser members and non-members. May conduct classes of various health related topics. Essential Functions: - Teaches and models self-management skills, concepts, resources, and tools related to health, lifestyle change and behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction and counseling as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants and modifies class content or teaching methods to meet those needs. - Applies evidence-based education techniques in teaching methods. - Answers questions and provides class participants w/ appropriate resources of information. - Arranges and coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, and audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, and timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers and collects class evaluation forms and class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, and answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training and education such as those related to workplace safety, legal and regulatory compliance, accreditation and license requirements, and department specific requirements. - Maintains and promotes knowledge and utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, and behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente and through the community. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent related to field of course instruction. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification in the field as appropriate to the course instruction - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and group process. - Basic knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, and behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques and presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently and exercise professional judgment.2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135671CASanta Clara, CA28763208http://kp.jobs/xml/28763208/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Quality Specialist Location: Oakland, CA In collaboration with the clinical lead, provides analytical support and coordinates quality management and performance improvement processes related to quality assessment; performance improvement; clinical documentation review; risk management; infection prevention and control; patient safety; and/or accreditation, regulation and licensing. Under the guidance of a program director or manager, responsible for collecting and researching data, performing data analysis, providing recommendations on data collection/reporting and presenting results. Essential Functions: - Partners with clinical quality service lines to identify issues within operations for focus improvement efforts. - In collaboration with the clinical lead, coordinates on-going, multiple projects (e.g., supporting the clinical service line model). - Develops timelines and agenda items. - Helps identify best methods and processes for performance improvement, including developing project plans, facilitating group process and training related to data collection/reporting. - Support groups through the full rapid improvement cycle. - Helps identify and recommend actions to correct activities and processes. - Analyzes, interprets information and makes recommendations on data collection. - Presents data in a graphical format to support leadership groups and committees strategic planning and decision-making. - Analyzes and compiles data into spreadsheets and databases. - Helps identify and communicate alternative solutions to projects as needed. - Abstracts data using Health Connect; runs reports and communicates results of analysis effectively to key stakeholders. - Maintains and coordinates audits. - Assists with developing audit methods to assess performance improvement and to ensure regulatory compliance. - Based on audit results, creates and presents reports using various systems and databases (e.g., MIDAS focus studies). - Supports workgroups or committees (e.g., peer review). - Prepares meeting materials, including agendas and minutes; coordinates conference room logistics; monitors and follows up with action plans). Secondary Functions: - Manages on-going multiple quality projects for the East Bay Risk department. - Conducts needs assessment to plan projects, coordinates and monitors support services/staff, develops timelines, agenda items and presents findings. - Analyzes, interprets information, and makes recommendations regarding The Joint Commission standards, CME requirements and credentialing/privileges. - Designs and drafts proposal plans for sponsor approval. - Monitors project costs, timelines, staffing, space and equipment needs. - Recommends project strategy. - Identifies best methods and processes; develops project planning, group process facilitation, training and appropriate information of technology. - Serves as resource to the Risk and Patient Safety committees. - Designs communication plans to implement recommendations. - Identifies and recommends procedures to correct activities and processes. - Develops and revises standards, policies, procedures and processes, such as improving the link between Quality Outcomes/ Improvement, Risk management, AR&L and Credentialing / Privileges. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Demonstrated ability in managing databases, developing reports and data analysis using Excel and Access (3-5 years). - Bachelor's degree in business administration, information technology or health care related field OR equivalent experience. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement; accreditation and licensing. - Strong problem solving, project management and teamwork skills. - Advanced skills with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point). - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management partnership. Preferred Qualifications: - Significant experience (typically 3-5 years) in health care facility. - Supervisory experience preferred. - Current knowledge of The Joint Commission, Title 22 and NCQA required. - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theories. - Must be PC literate, Microsoft Office applications preferred. - Valid CA driver's license and personal means of transportation preferred.2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135693CAOakland, CA28763210http://kp.jobs/xml/28763210/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Credentials Senior Consultant Location: Oakland, CA Accountable for the delivery of management & consulting services which provide support to the Medical Group, Region, CSA's, medical centers, & medical offices for credentialing issues. Accountable for systems & quality improvement processes that ensure compliance w/ Regional Credentials policies & procedures, program, regulatory, & accrediting agencies credentials requirements. Essential Functions: - Manages the design, development, coordination, & quality of the credentialing process - Creates operations & communications processes that support organizational strategies & business objectives - Provides consulting services regarding regulatory, legal, accreditation program, & Regional credentialing standards throughout the region - Manages the credential budget - Manages credentialing function for TPMG Human Resources Department - May coach, train, & direct work of credentialing staff - Creates & manages credentials budget - Works w/ practice site Credentials & Privileges Coordinators to share & implement best practices whenever feasible - Interprets requirements & disseminates information to all involved parties to assure necessary compliance, compatibility, & continuous quality improvement of credentialing processes - Informs Medical Group & KFH/P leadership of key issues & acts as Medical Group agent in influencing changes in program & agency requirements - Partners w/ appropriate Program, Regional, CSA, Medical Group individuals & groups, accrediting bodies, & external consultants to develop & implement systems & processes that meet requirements & adhere to Regional Credentialing policies & procedures - Collaborates w/ interregional peers to identify & implement best practices Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (usually 5+ years) in health care in an administrative or managerial position related to credentialing &/or accreditation - Bachelor's degree in Health Care Administration, Public Health, or related field, or equivalent experience required - Master's Degree preferred - Certification as Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) preferred - Extensive knowledge of the credentialing process, accreditation, & regulatory standards - Significant knowledge of Federal & State regulatory requirements & accreditation standards e.g., The Joint Commission, TITLE 22, NCQA, NPDB, & certifying agencies - Strong organization & communication skills & attention to details required - Demonstrated problem-solving skills & initiative - Proficient w/ Medical Terminology - Ability to lead & facilitate processes through influence & collaboration - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135716CAOakland, CA28763211http://kp.jobs/xml/28763211/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Patient Care Coordinator Case Manager Location: Oakland, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Schedule: Variable nights and alternating weekends from 11:00pm to 7:30am2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135761CAOakland, CA28763214http://kp.jobs/xml/28763214/jobUSASan JoseTitle: TPMG HR Generalist Location: San Jose, CA This position performs day-to-day administration of Physician Human Resources practices, policies, & programs covering several or all of the following areas: recruitment, selection, hiring processes, employment record keeping, benefits administration, compensation, Workers' Compensation, &/or regulatory compliance. Essential Functions: - Assists facility leadership w/ the application & interpretation of TPMG Physician Human Resource practices, policies & legal compliance - Assists w/ the physician recruitment, application, interview, selection, hiring, & physician employment contracts, & on boarding processes - Participates in & may conduct new physician orientation process - Ensures that I-9's are secured & maintained - Accountable for physician employment record keeping process - Ensures that physician contracts are maintained & are up to date - Performs local physician worker's compensation tasks - Acts as liaison w/ the Regional TPMG Worker's Compensation department - Performs local physician benefit & compensation tasks - Acts as a liaison w/ the Regional Benefits & Compensation department - Performs other related Physician Human Resources duties as assigned Secondary Functions: Project Management: - Plans and coordinates activities of project(s) to ensure the goals or objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame - Prepares status reports for various phases of projects - Confers with management and other staff on procedures for accomplishing projects and to resolve problems Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field or equivalent work experience - Knowledge of HR related laws & regulations, such as FLSA, ADA, etc - Strong interpersonal & conflict resolution skills - Effective communication & presentation skills - Proficient w/ software used within department - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135798CASan Jose, CA28763213http://kp.jobs/xml/28763213/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Assistant Nurse Manager - Medical Surgical Location: Vallejo, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Extensive nursing experience in Telemetry, Stroke, General Surgery.2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135835CAVallejo, CA28763215http://kp.jobs/xml/28763215/jobUSAOaklandTitle: CT Rsch Nurse II Location: Oakland, CA The Clinical Trial Nurse II (CTN-II) is a proficient level position which, under the guidance & supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) & clinical trials administrative management, assists in ensuring that the integrity & quality of the clinical trial(s) are maintained & conducted in accordance w/ federal, state & local regulations, Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals, & KP (KP) policies & procedures. W/ direction from the PI, this position coordinates research activities as outlined in the Major Responsibilities below. The CTN-II works independently, assumes increased responsibilities, & requires periodic supervision. This position is also responsible for protecting the health, safety, & welfare of research participants. Essential Functions: - Support & comply w/ the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente Code of Conduct) & w/ guidance from PI, assist w/ ensuring compliance w/ KPNC IRB approved protocols. - Actively plan, prepare, & participate in any external & internal compliance monitoring &/or audits & inspections to protect research participants, assure operational effectiveness of the program, & reduce risks to the organization. - In collaboration w/ PI, plan, & implement recruitment procedures for potential participants. - W/ supervision, manage enrollment of participants into the trial (screening, randomization, follow-up, data collection), & any study-related procedures as required by protocol. - Participate in the ongoing informed consent process w/ PI to ensure that research participants & their families have their questions answered & understand the patient/participant Bill of Rights, consent form, & participant's responsibilities in the study. - Utilize knowledge of disease processes to observe & report adverse events & protocol violations/deviations in a timely & accurate manner to the PI & Sponsor to ensure the health, safety, & welfare of the participant. - Adhere to scope of practice, utilize, & document the nursing procedures to plan, deliver, & evaluate goal focused, individualized, safe, age-specific care as it relates to research participants w/ both non-complex & complex medical conditions. - Record & abstract data from source documentation onto case report forms (paper or electronic) in a timely manner. - W/ direction from PI &/or working w/ the Regional Regulatory Support staff, process new IRB research proposals, amendments, continuing review applications, protocol violations, & adverse events in accordance w/ KP & departmental policies & procedures & federal regulations, if applicable. - Actively identify & participate in training, education, & development, quality control activities to improve own knowledge & performance to sustain & enhance professional development as a proficient research nurse participating in the conduct of clinical trials. - Adhere to Guideline for Good Clinical Practice (GCP), federal, state, & local regulations, & KP policies & procedures to ensure confidentiality, privacy, & security of clinical research interactions & participant information, support high quality implementation, conduct of clinical trials, assure maintenance of research activities, documentation to IRB & responsible use of operational research databases in compliance w/ KP policies. - May supervise non-licensed & licensed research staff. - Perform job functions according to the factors listed below under Job Criteria & other duties as assigned by appropriate management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 5 years recent clinical nursing experience in a hospital, clinic or similar health care setting required. - 2 years clinical trials research experience required. - Project management skills required. - Minimum of a diploma from an accredited nursing school required. - Bachelor's degree preferred and may be substituted for 1 years work experience. - Master's degree may be substituted for 2 years work experience. - Current CA RN license required. - Current IATA/DOT certification required. - Current ACRP or SoCRA certification required or willingness to obtain within 1 year of hire. - Current BLS certification required. - Willingness to obtain other certifications, if required. - Must be proficient in electronic health systems and databases used in research environment, or willingness to learn and demonstrate proficiency within six months from hire. - Possess thorough knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and regulations governing human subject research, and the incorporation of them in the daily conduct of research and safety of participants. - Possess proficient knowledge and skills to identify and process clinical information to determine if documentation is accurate, complete, and to ensure procedures contain appropriate safeguards. - Demonstrate effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. - Attention to detail and accuracy. - Ability to manage multiple tasks with multiple deadlines. - Demonstrate prioritization and organizational skills. - Demonstrate project management skills. - Possess strong medical terminology skills. - Demonstrate basic drug calculation skills. - Demonstrate problem-solving skills. - Possess nursing skills (i.e. phlebotomy, performing vital signs, nursing assessments, etc.). - Comprehensive knowledge of GCP, federal, state, and local regulations including HIPAA and KP policies and procedures. - Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, methods and procedures of basic medical and/or clinical research processes. - Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of human research protection regulations, policies, procedures, and standards as applied to IRB and compliance operations. Comprehensive knowledge of clinical trials research and research regulations, as well as significant clinical trial experience in a specific therapeutic area. - Ability to work in a Labor Partnership environment. - Team lead experience strongly preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Strong Medical/Surgical Nursing experience with background in care of Cystic Fibrosis patients - Clinical research coordinator experience - Current knowledge of Good Clinical Practice - Experience in project management and quality systems management a plus ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for 1 year(s) work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding ++2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135867CAOakland, CA28763217http://kp.jobs/xml/28763217/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Research Asst Location: Oakland, CA Recruits and screens study participants. Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants. Edits and codes questionnaire data. Prepares forms and maintains accurate records and files. CVRN WAVE VTE Study is a study funded by the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute. The long-range objective of this project is to reduce the morbidity and mortality associated with venous thromboembolism (VTE) in adults. The overall objective of this project is to develop a well-characterized cohort of adults with initial VTE that can be used to facilitate comparative effectiveness research into contemporary VTE management strategies and long-term outcomes within real-world practice settings. The ICD Study (Analysis of device shock patterns among patients with implantable cardiac defibrillators) is a study funded by the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute. The overall objective of this study is to gain understanding of the patterns and appropriateness of device shocks among patients in community practice undergoing ICD implantation for primary prevention of sudden cardiac death. Our specific aims include evaluating the timing, frequency, and predictors of appropriate and inappropriate ICD shocks among patients in community practice. The rationale for performing this study is that once the frequency and predictors of shocks following ICD implantation in routine clinical practice are understood, patients considering ICD implantation for primary prevention of SCD, the clinicians caring for them, and policy makers will be better equipped to estimate the net risks and benefits of this therapy when considering options for primary prevention of SCD. Essential Functions: - Answers participants' questions and assists in screening, recruiting, and consenting patients. - Contacts patients who do not respond to mailings. - Schedules examination appointments for study participants. - Conducts structured telephone or in-person interviews w/study participants. - Reviews questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; and codes open-ended questions. - Prepares, mails, and processes questionnaires. - Assists in tracing study participants. - Prepares data for electronic processing. - Keeps accurate records and files. Secondary Functions: -Preparing and distributing study materials. - Copying, filing and tracking study documents. - Maintaining subject and data tracking systems. - Preparing data for electronic processing. - Scheduling and attending study meetings; preparing minutes. - Assisting the Principal Investigator in the preparation of manuscripts for publication, retrieval of research articles, and presentation preparation. - Responding to participant questions and requests. - Screening, recruiting, scheduling, and interviewing study participants. - Maintain and update website content - Drafts study manuals of procedures. - Other duties as required to assist Principal Investigator and Project Managers with administrative and research activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in a research/health care environment preferred. - Previous interviewing experience preferred. - Experience and knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing and database software, preferred. - High school diploma or equivalent required. - Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Telephone skills required. - Familiar w/medical terminology. - Familiarity w/editing/coding questionnaires preferred. - Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: -Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. - Able to work successfully with a wide variety of internal and external project staff and research participants - Dependable, punctual, detail-oriented, and able to follow detailed protocols precisely. - Professional manner with a high degree of courtesy, tact, and sensitivity. - Work well independently as well as part of a larger multi-disciplinary research team. - Experience with medical terminology and word-processing and spreadsheet software programs preferred. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat software highly desirable. ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for 2 years work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding++2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135903CAOakland, CA28763218http://kp.jobs/xml/28763218/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Director Supply Chain Management Location: San Francisco, CA This position provides leadership, direction and ensures proper execution of operations responsible for sourcing and logistics and financial performance at a specific medical center complex. Leads, and manages the medical center's sourcing and logistics services, which usually includes purchasing and contracting services, distribution (internal/external),storage, perioperative services, inventory control systems, linen and laundry, mailroom, transportation and new facilities space and operations planning. Develops and implements policies/procedures that support the regional and national purchasing goals to achieve maximum savings and great efficiencies. Ensures compliance with established regional and national goals and standards. Essential Functions: - In collaboration with Facilities Services & EH&S, develops & implements an asset management strategy for the medical center complex that is supportive of local customer requirements, financial goals & capital planning efforts & which responds to regional & national sourcing strategies & the Safe Medical Device Act. - Partners with other departments & medical center leadership to achieve results in a collaborative manner, as related to changing healthcare regulations & legislation, service & other strategic initiatives. - Ensures products are high quality, cost effective, distributed in a timely basis & achieves a high level of compliance regarding Kaiser Permanente standards for products & equipment. - Builds & manages a distribution network that allows products to be delivered to the facilities through an external vendor or internally. - Provides leadership, education & support to physicians & medical center complex staff to develop their understanding of current materials management practices/products which support operational & financial goals. - Leads, manages & develops the materials management staff responsible for material products & services. - Performs typical human resource management activities such as hiring, reward & recognition, performance review, professional development, discipline. - Establishes & implements standards of performance relative to quality & service, & ensures standards exceed member, medical center & regulatory expectations. - Promote a team environment & ensures staff is trained, complies with policies/procedures, reduces costs & maintains targeted service & customer satisfaction levels. - Develops & presents cost reduction recommendations to area management to assist them in meeting their budgets & operational goals. - Identifies sourcing opportunities for cost reductions, service improvements & product standardization to the national & regional purchasing & logistics teams. - Partners with local Finance in identifying medical & non-medical supply cost trends. - Develops cost saving metrics & leads site product utilization savings efforts to ensure that all goals are met. - Develops & tracks the material management department budget plans including payroll & non-payroll. - Accounts for variances in the materials management department budget. - Ensures compliance with established regional & national product standards including adherence to national policy 15A, Internal Controls for Departmental Purchasing Activities of Health Plans & Hospitals for all purchasing activities to ensure optimal use of national contracts, appropriate use of purchasing channels, utilization of expert advice & internal controls. - Assumes other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial experience (seven (7) years) in a combination of purchasing, contracting, materials management or other related areas, including previous experience with material management systems and control of an inventory of $5m - $10m. - Significant experience (five (5) to seven (7) years) of demonstrated ability to analyze problems, make recommendations and implement solutions. - Progressive management experience (usually six (6) to eight (8) years) in a health care setting. - Previous budget development and management experience (usually one (1) to three (3) years). - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business administration, finance, materials management, economics, or a related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Demonstrated competence in operation of inventory control systems and software applications with the ability to develop complex spreadsheets and write effective business communications. - Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations including Title 22 along with The Joint Commission and CMS requirements. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135962CASan Francisco, CA28763220http://kp.jobs/xml/28763220/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Manager Environmental Health and Safety [EHandS] Location: San Francisco, CA Manages and implements environmental health and safety (EH&S) programs for the Area which include hazard identification evaluation and control, accident/injury prevention, hazardous materials/waste management, emergency preparedness, fire/life safety, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and environmental regulatory compliance. Responsible for the management of the daily Area operations. Essential Functions: - Implements policy and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, regional, and local laws and for the reduction of EH&S liabilities and maintains the departments quality assurance programs. - Assists in specific areas for the development of health and safety programs. - Ensures customers receive quality service by acting as a consultant/resource for local administration, managers, physicians and staff on all matters related to environmental management, industrial hygiene and safety. - Performs needs assessments; conducts and participates in multi-disciplinary team conferences, and reviews customer satisfaction reports. - Based on results, develops new programs or enhances existing programs providing quality EH&S services. - Acts as administrative liaison for all EH&S regulatory agency inspections and surveys, including The Joint Commission, Cal-EPA, DOHS, Cal-OSHA, Department of Agriculture and the State Fire Marshall. - Communicates strategies, priorities and recommends corrective actions to facility leadership, department managers and employees. Monitors the Service Area budgets and researches/explains variance. - Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and enhance quality of services. - Develops, implements, and presents EH&S training programs for the different facilities. - Conducts comprehensive audits of facility(s) EH&S programs to identify areas for improvement. - Collaboratively develops plans of action with department managers. - Perform other duties as required. - Job may require supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial EH&S experience (usually 5 - 7 years). - Previous supervisory experience in a union environment. - Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations required. - Bachelor's degree in EH&S, Natural Science, Engineering or related curriculum, or equivalent years of experience required. - Associate Safety Professional or Industrial Hygienist in Training certificate preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135983CASan Francisco, CA28763221http://kp.jobs/xml/28763221/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Project Manager (Member Marketing Communications) Location: Oakland, CA The Marketing Communications Project Manager supports the Consulting Services team in ensuring that project results fulfill client objectives, reflect Kaiser Permanente brand standards, meet all required criteria for accuracy and compliance, and are completed in a timely, cost-effective manner. The Project Manager manages communications projects for multiple marketing and member retention programs for program-wide, regional, and/or service area clients. This position supports the Communications Consultants in problem-solving, decision-making, and client contact. This position also collaborates with Brand Management, Creative Services, Operations and Production, and other Consulting Services staff to promote and support Shared Services Marketing Communications goals. This Project Manager II position focuses on supporting the execution of marketing projects for Products (HealthWorks, Self-Funding). Essential Functions: - Provides creative direction & tracks progress against objectives to ensure that project solutions are appropriate for the targeted audience, meet project specific criteria, reflect brand standards & are consistent w/ strategic marketing & member retention goals. - Develops communications project plans of a strategic or complex nature, which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics & resources required, & designs processes to address these problems. - Establishes effective professional business relationships w/ clients either alone or in cooperation with a Consultant. - Instructs & educates clients on all aspects of project. Accountable for the development of project documentation for executives & other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes & best practices.. - Assists consultants in developing Marketing Communications plans that support strategic marketing efforts. In support of the Consultant, may meet w/ clients to analyze short & long-term business requirements. - Assists in the development of training & mentoring new Project Managers & Project Coordinators. - Cultivates & reinforces appropriate group values, norms, & behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance & productivity issues. - Establishes team membership & negotiates time commitments & resource allocation. - Designs research plans for data gathering & analysis, & leads the assessment of the collected data & development of action plans. - Plans & facilitates meetings, making formal presentations to various audiences that establish the procedures regarding the implementation of project outcome. - Provides leadership to communication project teams in support of high-impact, multifaceted marketing & member retention programs. - Projects are typically divisional, regional & (in some cases) multiregional in scope; they are also strategic & complex, requiring in-depth evaluation of key issues. - Project outcomes must serve to effectively differentiate Kaiser Permanente's market position to a broad array of targeted member, prospective member and/or purchaser audiences. - Project results must meet strategic objectives as well as demonstrate appropriate & consistent application of Kaiser Permanente brand identity standards. - Drawing on extensive experience & skills, may lead multidisciplinary, interdepartmental teams on high-visibility, complex member, marketing & new media projects designed to increase recognition of Kaiser Permanente as a leader in quality health care. - Plays a pivotal role in identifying key issues, formulating project direction, facilitating problem-solving & bringing projects to closure. - Assume other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in communications, marketing, advertising or design required or other related field. - Minimum 3 years Project Managerment experience to include writing and editing, leading marketing communications projects for diverse market segments, audiences & industries (consumer and business-to-business), and developing and implementing strategic and tactical communications plans. - Creative and independent problem-solving skills. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Thorough familiarity with computer-based publications design and reproduction processes. - Superior verbal, written and interpersonal skills. - Portfolio of work samples must demonstrate mastery of complex, high-impact projects. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Effective leadership, communications project management, and consulting skills. - Demonstrated ability to analyze key project issues and recommend appropriate communications solutions. - Demonstrated success in leading strategic project teams with multiple stakeholders. - Knowledge of health care industry dynamics and trends. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Communications project management experience in health care preferred. - Master's degree in communications, marketing, advertising or design is preferred.2012-05-17 18:31:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136229CAOakland, CA28763223http://kp.jobs/xml/28763223/jobUSAPleasant HillTitle: Psychiatric Social Worker LCSW or MFT or PSWA or MFTA Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Secondary Functions: - This position is for the Adult Team. - Position may be subjected to relocate to other DSA sites. - Duties consist of individual and group therapy along with case management, crisis evaluations, short-term therapy, hospital consultation, and working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team. - Provide case management services for adult, child, adolescent and teen patients with the persistent and/or chronic mental illness. - Conduct initial and ongoing DSM-based mental health evaluations and diagnoses. - Provide family-focused treatment planning, and conflict resolution service. - Coordinate care across various internal and external service modalities. - Complete and maintain computerized documentation of treatment services. - Participation in Department and Service Team meetings as well as educational activities as approved by Supervisor. - Maintain current licensing status and complete related continuing education and KP-defined competency training. - Work with adult, children, adolescents and their families. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of the members' treatment to include referral of the member and/or members family to external resources. - Establishes liaisons to utilize resources of public and private agencies/community organizations to meet member and program needs. - May conduct evaluations in Medicare, Social Security, and state disability cases. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker:Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Master's degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. - Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. OR MFT: - Master's degree in Applied Behavioral Science required. - Current license as a Marriage, Family and Child Counselor in the State of California. - Previous post license, paid experience as a member of a psychiatric treatment team in an outpatient setting/program under licensed supervision (usually two to four years) OR PSWA: - Master's degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. OR MFTA: - Master's degree in Applied Behavioral Science required from an accredited college or university. - Must pass the State Board examination within two years from date of hire. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience providing clinical treatment for adult, children, and families. - Expected to lead cognitive behavioral and/or dialectical behavior therapy group programs for adult, children, adolescents and teens in a variety of diagnosis-specific curricula (eg; anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, panic disorder, post -traumatic stress disorder, etc-). - Experience with providing group-based mental health services. - Applicants are expected to be comfortable working with an ethnically and culturally diverse patient population. - Credentialing and Privileging approval for WCR Medical Centers. - Evening hours and evening/weekend hospital consultation (on-call) service is required per operational need. - Hours may be subject to change due to operational needs. - Weekdays and weekends to be scheduled. - Bilingual preferred.2012-05-17 18:31:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135078CAPleasant Hill, CA28763198http://kp.jobs/xml/28763198/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Psychiatric Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), or Psychologist (PhD) - No. 171 Location: San Francisco, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Secondary Functions: -Job includes performing crisis interventions/evaluations, phone screening/triage and providing short -term treatment for adults in individual and group treatment. - To provide intensive/persistent psychotherapy/case management for active parity diagnosed patients. - To provide psychiatric consultation and perform on-call services to ED and Medical Center/Hospital. - To participate on Triage Service to screen/triage by phone or in person. - To work collaboratively with Adult Team including modules members and general staff. - To perform other clinical duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: MFT (963007): Masters degree in Applied Behavioral Science required, Current license as a Marriage, Family and Child Counselor in the State of California, and Previous post license, paid experience as a member of a psychiatric treatment team in an outpatient setting/program under licensed supervision (usually two to four years). Knowledge of state regulations with regard to ethics, treatment, patient rights and confidentiality. Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. OR Psychologist (963005): PhD, PsyD, or EdD in clinical or counseling required from an accredited college or university, Current valid license to practice psychology in the State of California, and Minimum of two years professional experience under the direction of a licensed psychologist or board certified psychiatrist. Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. OR LCSW (963010): - Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker:Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Master's degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. - Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated relevant work experience providing psychotherapy to adults. - Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Short Term Therapy with general adults. - Have experience and skills to do phone and in person triage, crisis intervention, cognitive behavioral treatment, and general Short- term treatment. -Familiarity with psychotropic medications and working knowledge of patients on medication. - Experience and skillful in evaluating and treating adults with anxiety and depression problems, work stress, marital andrelations problems, and severe mental illnesses, e.g., bipolar disorder and psychosis, schizophrenia. -Demonstrated experience and training working with patients with diagnosis covered under the mental health parity law whichincludes OCD, SPMI, Depression, and Eating Disorders. - Bilingual/bicultural in Cantonese, Mandarin, or Spanish desirable. - Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, good teamwork, articulate, and comfortable using PC.2012-05-17 18:31:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135097CASan Francisco, CA28763199http://kp.jobs/xml/28763199/jobUSAModestoTitle: Nurse Practitioner II - Perioperative/Surgical Services (030112modnp) Location: Modesto, CA The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager. Essential Functions: - Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing. - Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy. - Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings. - Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service. - Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols. - Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information. - If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a nurse practitioner. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty services. - One (1) year of experience within the past three (3) years as a NP providing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures and/or those who have undergone surgical/invasive procedures. - RN First Assist experience required if assisting with surgical procedures. If only caring for specific patient population of adult or pediatrics then Acute Adult NP or Acute Pediatric NP required. - Master's degree in nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permantente employee who was 'grandfathered in' prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008). - Completion of master's program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Pediatric NP required: Adult, Family or Acute NP if practice limited to adults; Family or Pedi NP if practice limited to pediatric patients. - Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Credentialing Center, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, and National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.) - Current California RN/NP License with California BRN issued Furnishing Number. - Current BLS required. - Must have a NPI and meet Medicare requirements for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number). - Current DEA if required for specialty. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and/or NALS and/or PALS or PEARS may also be required for the position.2012-05-17 18:31:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135113CAModesto, CA28763200http://kp.jobs/xml/28763200/jobUSAModestoTitle: Nurse Practitioner II - Perioperative/Surgical Services (030112modnp2) Location: Modesto, CA The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager. Essential Functions: - Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing. - Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy. - Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings. - Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service. - Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols. - Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information. - If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a nurse practitioner. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty services. - One (1) year of experience within the past three (3) years as a NP providing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures and/or those who have undergone surgical/invasive procedures. - RN First Assist experience required if assisting with surgical procedures. If only caring for specific patient population of adult or pediatrics then Acute Adult NP or Acute Pediatric NP required. - Master's degree in nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permantente employee who was 'grandfathered in' prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008). - Completion of master's program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Pediatric NP required: Adult, Family or Acute NP if practice limited to adults; Family or Pedi NP if practice limited to pediatric patients. - Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Credentialing Center, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, and National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.) - Current California RN/NP License with California BRN issued Furnishing Number. - Current BLS required. - Must have a NPI and meet Medicare requirements for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number). - Current DEA if required for specialty. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and/or NALS and/or PALS or PEARS may also be required for the position.2012-05-17 18:31:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135114CAModesto, CA28763202http://kp.jobs/xml/28763202/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Service Unit Department Manager-Oncology Clinic Location: Oakland, CA Manages a large unit or multiple units providing ambulatory services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of a large unit or multiple units. - Ensures Assistants & staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, & local requirements. - Collaborates w/ physicians & other health care providers in establishing, implementing, & maintaining patient care & quality service standards to meet members & internal clients' expectations. - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops & monitors budgets & resource allocations. - Monitors financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff. - Provides on going staff development. - Develops, implements, & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organizations goals & business objectives & ensures they are met. - Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader & Department Chief in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department. - Manages & resolves human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant, usually five (5) years of nursing experience in both outpatient care & management/leadership roles required. - Significant, usually five (5) years of supervisory experience required. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in nursing or health related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certification required. - PALS, PEARS and/or ACLS certifications may be required for positions in specific departments. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, & other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-17 18:31:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135122CAOakland, CA28763201http://kp.jobs/xml/28763201/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Senior Staff Assistant (SSAD40) Location: Redwood City, CA Under limited supervision, supports the head of a department by providing advanced level administrative support and general office duties of a highly responsible and confidential. Frequently handles highly confidential and sensitive information and files. Communicates with contacts at all levels in and outside of the organization. Typically reports to a director or vice president. Essential Functions: - REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Organizes and expedites flow of work for the manager's office and the department in accordance to manager's method of operation and the operations and procedures of the department and organization. - Initiates any follow-up action. - Receives and screens telephone calls, letters, and/or visitors. - Answers routine questions and provides information related to general department operations, policies and procedures using discretion for matters pertaining to confidential or sensitive information. - Determines when to appropriately refer inquiries, requests or issues to managers or department staff members and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of manager or department. - Schedules appointments and makes arrangements for meetings, conferences, and travel. - Organizes and prepares routine correspondence for the department manager, as well as complex documents including reports, spreadsheets, presentations and various forms of communications documents requiring the integration of multiple office technology and software applications. - May act as the department's office resource for word processing and spreadsheet application. - Prepares special reports that require gathering, comparing and summarizing data. - Organizes and maintains files, correspondence and records. - Handles and frequently accesses highly confidential and sensitive information. - Assists with tracking the department budget. - Tracks and compiles expenses. - Prepares monthly expense reports. - May address issues to department manager. - Performs other related duties following standard office routine, practices and procedures or instructions. Secondary Functions: - Will support Graduate Medical Education activities for Redwood Cityand Quality Dept Admin functions. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of experience performing administrative support functions for department managers. - Experience in coordinating and providing support to large complex projects. - High School Diploma or GED. - BA/BS preferred. - Excellent customer service. - Lotus Notes skills preferred. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills required. - Advanced level proficiency with e-mail software, MicroSoft Word and with any of the following office technology (required only if applicable to department's needs): PowerPoint. Excel or Access. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous work experience in health care or academic settings. - Familiarity with medical terminology. Skills testing: Typing (45 WPM), advanced level Microsoft Word, intermediate level in Excel and PowerPoint2012-05-17 18:31:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135357CARedwood City, CA28763203http://kp.jobs/xml/28763203/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Medical Assistant - Grade 180 [MED2] - [Bilingual Cantonese or Mandarin] Location: San Francisco, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or designee. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department. - Records information in patients' medical record. - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. - Assists clinician with care of the patient. - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department. - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry. - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. - Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. - Takes accountability for own actions. - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. - Adheres to Attendance Policy. - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship. - High School Diploma or GED. - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. - BLS certification. - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. - Ability to use personal computer. - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information. - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. - Bilingual Chinese required - must be able to speak either Cantonese (primary)and/or Mandarin. (Must pass Cantonese at QBS level 1)2012-05-17 18:31:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134763CASan Francisco, CA28763192http://kp.jobs/xml/28763192/jobUSARichmondTitle: Psychiatric Social Worker LCSW, Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT Assistant, Psych Social Work Assistant, Psychological Assistant, (Temporary) Location: Richmond, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Secondary Functions: - Practice in an adult psychiatric clinic setting. - Provide individual and group brief Psychotherapy and crisis intervention to an adult psychiatric population. - Telephone screening as needed. - Facilitate at least 2 psychotherapy groups. - Participate in team meetings and collaborate with colleagues. - Consult with medical and psychiatric staff regarding diagnosis, evaluations, strengths and deficits. - Instruct and counsel patients regarding compliance with therapeutic regimens, including adherence to prescription medication within the scope of practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Psychiatric Social Worker (LCSW): Masters Degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university and Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. OR - Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT): Masters Degree in Applied Behavioral Science required. Current license as a Marriage, Family and Child Counselor in the State of California, and previous post license, paid experience as a member of a psychiatric treatment team in an outpatient setting/program under licensed supervision (usually two to four years). OR - Marriage & Family Therapist Assistant: Masters Degree in Applied Behavioral Science required from an accredited college of university. OR - Psychiatric Social Work Assistant: Masters Degree in Social Work required from an accredited college of university. OR - Psychological Assistant: PhD, PsyD or EdD in clinical or counseling psychology. Completion of a pre-doctoral internship - minimum of 1 year (1500 hours). Current valid registration as a Psychological Assistant with the Board of Psychology of the State of California. Must pass the State Board examination within two years from date of hire as a Psychological Assistant. Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum of two years experience in the use of psychosocial assessment and Psychotherapeutic methods and clinical case management in a hospital, outpatient clinic or agency. - Must demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise in diagnosis, evaluation and treatment planning for adult individuals and groups. - DBT skills a plus. - Experience treating psychiatric trauma conditions preferred. -Ability to work well in a team setting, have experience and be comfortable working with culturally diverse patients and colleagues. - Bilingualskills preferred -Experience working with Psychiatric issues of medically complicated patients preferred Schedule: Full-Time Temporary. Regluar Evening hours required for at least 20% of time. Expected length of employment: up to 90 days.2012-05-17 18:31:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134755CARichmond, CA28763191http://kp.jobs/xml/28763191/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Intake Claims Cashier - Grade 3 - Float Location: Sacramento, CA Under the direct supervision of the manager, assists patients/clients, obtains appropriate authorizations, and collects point of service cash sales and payment on accounts, intake forms and requests to be processed by the department. Maintains change fund and fulfills change requests for facility personnel and refund for patients/clients. Essential Functions: - Ensures and secures change fund/revenue documents, keys are in possession at all times, and follows system security requirements at all times - May maintain change fund, balance twice daily, fulfill change requests for facility personnel and patient refunds, and reports any discrepancy immediately to Supervisor - Collects, records, and processes point of service cash sales for miscellaneous revenue, forms processing, letters, copies of medical records, etc. - Assists patients and clients, obtains appropriate information and authorization, and intakes forms and requests to be processed by Claims, Medical Secretaries, and other designated facility departments - Logs all forms in the tracking system, may order patient medical record and release records, forms and letters to patient or authorized designee - May process simple forms such as school forms, immunization and information to outside providers - May open correspondence, date stamp, track as requested, and route appropriately - May provide customer service, by providing patient with copy of their appointment, immunization, and registration history and may release patient information and forms - Accounts for daily revenues per cash policy - Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills - Answer phones, screens and direct calls - May perform other related clerical duties as required - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience working in a medical office, hospital or clinic environment, preferred - Experience handling cash with demonstrated ability to balance large sums of money accurately and consistently, preferred - High school diploma or GED - Must be able to pass medical terminology test, PC skills test and typing test (25wpm or keystroke equivalent) - Basic PC and keyboarding skills - Ability to use 10 Key - Ability to analyze, make decisions and follow through within the parameters of job duties - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a complex environment to meet deadlines - Must be service oriented with strong customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively - Must be willing to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment Skills Testing: Medical Terminology, PC Skills, Typing 25WPM Schedule: This position is on-call, 0hrs per week. Work locations include: South Sacramento, South Valley, Elk Grove, and Promenade Medical Building.2012-05-17 18:31:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134853CASacramento, CA28763196http://kp.jobs/xml/28763196/jobUSAFremontTitle: Staff Nurse II Weekend Short Hour - Ambulatory Care, (No. 4634) OB/GYN - IVF Location: Fremont, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care when and where appropriate to do so. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and acts to meet them. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse. - WOMEN'S HEALTH (OBSTETRICS SPECIALTY) - 1 year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in women's health practice (perinatal; gynecology) required; training in and ability to perform prenatal non-stress testing may be required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program and either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NALS and or PALS and or PEARS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-17 18:31:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134618CAFremont, CA28763189http://kp.jobs/xml/28763189/jobUSAPinoleTitle: Cashier Receptionist, (Temporary) Location: Pinole, CA The cashier/receptionist is a member of the health care department team who functions under the direction guidance and supervision of the department manager, assistant manager, or designee. The cashier/receptionist greets and checks in all patients reporting to the medical office in a professional and courteous manner. This position is responsible for accurate check-in, check-out where applicable, information capture and revenue collection per procedures. Responsible for having a general knowledge of the medical center in order to assist patients with questions and concerns. Requires extensive use of the computer. Essential Functions: Reception, Check-In, Check-out (where applicable) 1. Greet and assist patients that present - Follow appropriate patient registration/check-in policies and procedures - Verify and/or update all demographic information, for example Personal Physician Selection, Language Preference 2. Working knowledge of Health Plan coverage types, for example (but not limited to) traditional, deductible, etc. 3. Check in patients by following check-in policies and procedures and using the check-in systems or manual visit records when the systems are down - Determine patient's membership/benefits according to the benefit display - Create accounts as necessary, for example (but not limited to) workers' compensation, confidential, etc. - Capture and populate workers' compensation data on the correct screens and select the correct coverage as necessary - Manage electronic in-basket - Use notes function where applicable to document prepayments - Obtain a patient medical record number when necessary - Order Health Plan cards as needed - Collect co-pays and fees - Inform patients of available payment options - Generate appropriate encounter forms per procedure electronically or manually if the system is down - Direct patients to appropriate area after the check-in process is completed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED. - 6 months work experience. - Basic knowledge and use of computer and computer keyboard. - Passing of a PC skills assessment - Ability to read and follow instructions, short correspondence, and memos. - Communicate with health care providers, staff, patients and visitors. - Professional phone etiquette. - Ability to multi-task, organizes, manage time and prioritize workflow in a complex environment. - Knowledge of computer and computer keyboard. - Must be willing to work both Radiology and Laboratory Departments. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to the detailed responsibilities outlined in the appropriate (United Healthcare Workers - West) Cash Handling Responsibility Agreement. Skills testing: basic knowledge and use of computer and computer keyboard (able to pass PC skills assessment) Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 per week, Day shift.Monday through Friday: 9:30am to 6:00pm. The expected length of employment: up to three (3) months2012-05-17 18:31:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132791CAPinole, CA28763182http://kp.jobs/xml/28763182/jobUSAOaklandTitle: OR Equipment Technician, (No. 303051), Grade 465 Location: Oakland, CA Under the direct supervision of the department manager or designee, cleans and maintains operating room equipment in collaboration with Bio Medical Engineering. Essential Functions: - Reviews operating room schedule in advance to avoid equipment conflicts. - Sets up and checks equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use. - Dons personal protective equipment when necessary. - Tests equipment prior to return to location of origin. - Notify Bio Medical Engineering and Manager in a timely manner when repair is needed. - Coordinate instrumentation and equipment reports with appropriate services or company representatives. - Educate staff on equipment use. - Work with management staff and service leads in ordering equipment and instruments. - Problem solves equipment issues in collaboration with manager and Bio Medical Engineering. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years experience with Operating Room instrumentation and equipment. - High School Diploma/GED. - BLS certification required. - Basic computer skills - Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. - Ability to communicate effectively in writing. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-17 18:30:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128595CAOakland, CA28763178http://kp.jobs/xml/28763178/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Continuous Improvement/Quality Assurance Specialist - Testing CoE Location: Pleasanton, CA This position exists within the Care Delivery Business Information Office - Enterprise Application Services Department and provides Consulting, Strategic Planning and Continuous Improvement services as part of the Testing Center of Excellence. This position will support the delivery of testing services, Continuous Improvement / Quality Assurance and other TCoE activities related to achieving enterprise-wide consistency of processes and tools. This role will focus on Nationwide Health Information Network initiatives such asImaging and Bio-Medical device integration. This role will also support other critical initiatives as needed. Essential Functions: - Will work on significant and unique issues where continuous improvement (CI) analysis of situations, or data, requires an evaluation of intangibles - Support the development of comprehensive and strategic business cases with cost/benefit analysis of proposed projects that are used at management and executive levels for funding and scope decisions. - Analyze current business processes and functional requirements for gaps, value streams, and capability. - Prepare analytical and operational documentation to communicate and validate the analysis, then construct and/or improve operational processes within the QA/Testing space supporting organizational continuous improvement efforts. - Direct the analysis of enterprise-wide or very complex client needs in project areas such as new business operating models, innovative approaches to IT solutions support, market research of emerging or available product functionality and operational readiness assessment. - Act as a liaison between business clients and technical staff on complex projects. - Lead or support matrixed teams collaborating on continuous improvement projects that cross over organizational boundaries. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or 4 years of equivalent work experience A minimum of 10 years of experiencewith CI, QA/Testing - Experienceusing SixSigma, CMMI, Lean, ITIL, Kaizen, or change management processes for delivering successful efficiency implementations. - Experience with root cause analysis methodologies with hands on experience leading teams through the full RCA lifecycle of problem definition, data gathering, root cause identification, corrective action definition, corrective action implementation/tracking. - Exceptional statistical analysis and metrics creation, executive presentation, process modeling, and requirements elicitation skills. - Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills with expectations to interface with Business and IT leaders. - Fundamental knowledge of core industry QA/Testing concepts as applicable to waterfall and agile development frameworks. - Consulting experience leveraging quality control analytics, statistical analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies is essential. - Expertise with Visio, Excel, PowerPoint - Statistical Analysis skills/tools - Experience with Cost/Benefit or ROI analysis Preferred Qualifications: - 4+ years of SixSigma, Lean, CMMI svc/dev, or ITIL experience (Certifications in the above disciplines) - 3+ years of Epic Product (design, build, integration, test, PM) - Graduate Degree - Healthcare industry software product knowledge is highly desired.2012-05-17 18:30:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135910CAPleasanton, CA28763143http://kp.jobs/xml/28763143/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: National Refill Manager, IT Pharmacy Location: Pasadena, CA Position can be located in Downey,Pasadena,Pleasantonor Livermore, CA No matter what your job title, the work you do at Kaiser Permanente supports the health and well-being of all 8.7 million members. That's because each of us-from our financial professionals and IT team members to our RNs and physicians on the front line of care-shares a commitment to providing the best possible care experience. With locations across the United States, we offer the opportunity to build a rewarding career in an environment that supports your success. Join us and put your beliefs into practice. As a member of the Pharmacy Business Information Office (Rx BIO), the Pharmacy National IT Refill Manager will work under the direction of the Pharmacy Services & Support (PS&S) Director in theRx BIO. The IT Refill Manager will be responsible for managing a technical team responsible for 24x7 services and support to our Pharmacy Refill applications. The Manager will ensure a strong engagement between the clients, the vendors, and other KPIT teams, ensuring focus on the quality and availability of our applications. The IT Refill Manager must provide leadership to a team of geographically dispersed resources with diverse skill sets and expertise, along with budget management and resource management for the Rx BIO. Essential Functions: Establish and ensure 24x7 availability of the Refill applications and systems ensuring adherence to all compliance expectations. Provide both reactive and proactive management to demonstrate ability to deliver per client expectations. Manage to approved Core and Project budgets. Manage geographically-dispersed resources that work multiple shifts to support business needs Provide necessary status reporting for metrics, accomplishments, availability, etc. to demonstrate progress towards National Refill goals. Manage the vendors to service level agreements, performance, and quality expectations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field, or 4 years of additional work related experience. - Minimum of 5 years leading, managing, recruiting, retaining and developing technical staff . - Minimum of 7 years experience in Application and System software development. - Demonstrated ability to establish and promote effective business relationships with non-technical stakeholders. - Experience managing teams with diverse skill sets and expertise in various locations. - Experience developing, presenting and negotiating development strategies to a wide range of stakeholders. - Strong leadership, management and negotiation skills. - Proven experience in managing and working with vendors. - Extensive knowledge of both Application and Infrastructure management. - Experience in automation systems, robotics, or industrial processes. - Excellent verbal and communication skills. - Demonstrated ability in project, process management, risk, and disaster recovery management. - Some travel required, including overnight stays. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree. - Six Sigma or Lean education or certification. - Minimum of 10 years experience in Application and System software development preferred. - Solid understanding of Agile development. - Experience with SOX Regulations. - Healthcare industry experience, preferably in SCM, Warehouse and/or Pharmacy applications.2012-05-17 18:30:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136227CAPasadena, CA28763144http://kp.jobs/xml/28763144/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Assistant Manager Ambultory Care Dept RN Location: Irvine, CA Assists in managing a single department or multiple small departments providing ambulatory patient care services by supervising daily operations & patient care activities. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Implements & supervises the maintenance of clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Assists in integrating services/operations w/ nursing standards of practice, service priorities, & performance/outcome measures, as well as w/ business, departmental, & organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises daily operations & service delivery - Ensures staff provides the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, federal, state, & local requirements - Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Recommends, implements, & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Assists in providing on going staff development - Supervises the implementation of policies & procedures which support the goals & business objectives of the organization & department - Collaborates w/ physicians, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services & the day-to day operations of the department - Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in nursing or related healthcare field OR four (4) years of equivalent experience in outpatient nursing or related clinical experience. - Current California RN license required. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - CPR certification required. - Previous experience (usually three (3) years) in outpatient care including two (2) years of leadership experience - Two (2) years of leadership experience - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local state, federal regulations. Preferred Qualifications: - Completion of ONS course. - OCN preferred. - Computer experience with MS Word, Excel,PowerPoint, Access,BEACON, Health Connect, COPS, and RIS. - Will assist the Department of Administrator by supervising the oncology department staff. - Able to implement and maintain clinical practice standards, budgets and staff development. - Will assist in annual competencies, managing and resolving human resource issues, labor relations, employee and department safety, risk management issues and payroll. - Problem solving skills. - Previous Oncology experience in a managerial position. Notes: - Travel (10%) throughout Orange County on occasion.2012-05-16 18:39:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135625CAIrvine, CA28736625http://kp.jobs/xml/28736625/jobUSADowneyTitle: Pharmacy Inventory Analyst - (MT-1368) Location: Downey, CA Schedules, coordinates and oversees the pharmacy physical inventory process, including reconciliation w/ finance system. Responsible for automated systems, personnel and processes employed to track and record the transfer of pharmaceutical assets within the organization. Identifies, investigates, analyzes and reports on all aspects of inventory performance, including on-going balances, variances, turns, returns, re-charges, and other key parameters. Designs or recommends new systems or system changes which result in better inventory controls and assists in their implementation as required. Provides consultation and training in this area to pharmacy managers and staff. Essential Functions: - Negotiates and prepares contracts w/ outside inventory firm and ensures copies to all key parties (vendor, Internal Audit, Division Pharmacy management). - Coordinates the physical inventory schedule w/ contract firm and pharmacy managers. - Prepares and distributes notices of up-coming inventories. - publishes annual schedule and makes and coordinates schedule changes as required. - Accountable for the taking of the physical inventories in the pharmacies. - Conducts audits and monitors inventory processes to insure compliance w/ internal audit principles. - Monitors flow, timing, compilation and submission of all inventory-related documents to insure rigorous reconciliation of GL values to physical inventory values. - Works w/ pharmacy managers and finance personnel to problem-solve and resolve discrepancies or unusual occurrences which impact reconciliation and/or overall inventory values. - Prepares, maintains, monitors and publishes inventory reports which track pharmacy performance in this area (e.g., levels, turns, returns, re-charges, and other related ratios and parameters). - Analyzes variances from key parameters and reports on inventory performance. - Maintains and utilizes automated systems, personnel and processes which enable, track, record and report pharmaceutical asset transfer and movement of dollars through the organization. - Designs or recommends system changes or new systems that improve inventory control. - Participates in or directs their implementation as required. - Supports the Inventory Management Coordinator in the local implementation of EOQ-based and other inventory processes and systems that insure appropriate inventory management in the pharmacies. - Assists in the set-up and organization or new pharmacies as required. - Provides consultation and training to pharmacy managers and staff in the area of asset management via all available venues, e.g., one-on-one, new manager orientation, 'Management Excellence' Training, etc. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Pharmacy inventory accounting experience preferred. - Experienced with preparing and interpreting financial analyses and reports. - Previous training/development experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree, or four (4) years of equivalent work experience, in Accounting or Finance analyst related to supply-chain and inventory management. - Demonstrated project management skills. - Ability to utilize spreadsheet software and mainframe systems (e.g., PIMS, ICS, WMS, etc.). - Ability to demonstrate Knowledge of accounting and audit principles, accounting/budgeting systems, and inventory management principles and techniques. - Travel within the California Division required. - Demonstrated communication, analytical, and report writing skills required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Notes: - PR # MT-1368 - Work schedule to vary as required - Position requires travel with the CA Division2012-05-16 18:39:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135677CADowney, CA28736626http://kp.jobs/xml/28736626/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Nursing Dept Assistant Manager Location: Irvine, CA For one large unit or more than one smaller unit within a 24 hour department, supervises the implementation, delivery and evaluation/improvement of quality patient care/nursing operations and services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcomes measures, as well as with departmental, business and organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises the delivery of nursing services and patient care within one unit(s) which are integrated with business and department plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that unit(s) services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 or more employees or more than one smaller unit. - Ensures patient care and quality standards are met and comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures, utilization and clinical/performance standards and measures. - Supervises and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within the unit. - Supervises day-to-day activities of the unit(s); monitors quality service and utilization standards; supervises shift(s) activities and delivery of patient care. - Supervises unit(s) day- to- day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development and the delivery of patient care. - Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation and utilization of unit(s) personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works with health care providers outside of the unit(s) to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models developed in unit(s) or by other units. - Investigates and resolves patient/family/member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit(s) operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually 3-4 years) including 2 years of leadership experience. - BSN or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required or completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree within 2 years of hire. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current CPR certification required. - ACLS certification preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement and clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state and local regulatory requirements interpersonal and communication skills. Notes: - Works rotating weekends. - This position is originally an 8 hour position, if there is a change from 12 hours this will be the night position 12:00 amto 8:00 am.2012-05-16 18:39:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135710CAIrvine, CA28736629http://kp.jobs/xml/28736629/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Nursing Shift Supervisor, RN Location: Anaheim, CA Acts at the on-site administrative designee for an entire facility for off-shifts and weekends. Manages all the patient care departments, ensuring appropriate quality of care, and compliance with regulations. Essential Functions: - For an entire facility, manages the off-hours and weekend patient care and nursing services activities. - Ensures staff provides the highest quality of care and is in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, federal, state, and local requirements. - Coordinates and monitors staffing for all shifts and maintains appropriate staffing levels and skill mix - Participates in developing, reviewing, and updating departmental policies and procedures. - Identifies and implements best practices to provide improved quality care and services. - Assess and monitors clinical nursing practice for optimal patient care. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum. - Follows-up on all clinical issues. - Monitors quality of care delivered, ensuring it meets age-related and developmental needs of patients. - Maintains and monitors established policies, procedures, standards, and practices for nursing services and patient care. - Supervises staff, assesses their needs, and identifies educational opportunities. - Collaborates with all departments throughout the medical center. - Acts as patient advocate. - Assists in developing, monitoring, and maintaining the budget. - Identifies and recommends opportunities to reduce costs. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous supervisory experience required (usually one (1) year). - Previous acute care hospital experience required (usually four (4) years). - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certification required. - Demonstrated interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, and federal regulations. Preferred Qualifications: - Associate in Nursing; BSN. - ACLS. - MCH experience. - Excellent communication, customer service and computer skills to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ANSOS.2012-05-16 18:39:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135750CAAnaheim, CA28736631http://kp.jobs/xml/28736631/jobUSADowneyTitle: Business Analyst I - (MT-1381) Location: Downey, CA Responsible for performing in a consultative style in a variety of different analytical roles depending on the project. In general works directly w/ clients at all levels within the organization & w/ outside parties to identify operational business requirements w/ sufficient detail & clarity to allow IT solution proposal development. Accountable for providing leadership & independent initiatives in facilitating & conducting information gathering, structured documentation, & presentation of findings. Works under general supervision, but requires specific guidance on complex assignments. Essential Functions: - Applies technical & business knowledge in the analysis of client requirements in project areas such as: IT testing & product acceptance, new business operating models w/ innovative approaches to IT solutions support, market research of emerging or available product functionality, & operational readiness assessment & others - Participates in cross functional task forces to identify & document functional requirements, work flow, information sources & distribution paths, & system specifications - Evaluates existing application products which could address client requirements & develops recommendations where appropriate - Develops comprehensive business cases w/ cost, service, and benefit dimensions of proposed IT projects that are used at executive levels for funding & scope decisions - Participates in the analysis & definition of efficient, cost effective solutions which support client business processes & functional requirements - Conducts analysis of client business processes & functional requirements & prepares appropriate documentation to communicate & validate the information - Completes administrative requirements in an accurate & timely manner (e.g., time reporting, status reporting, etc) Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, usually three (3) - five (5) years in information systems development or implementation with progressively more complex responsibilities and accountabilities in a large mainframe or client server environment preferred. - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent experience required in Health Care Administration, Business Administration, Computer Science or related field. - Proficient skills in analysis, documentation, and presentation tools required. - Strong skills required in critical thinking and analysis, meeting facilitation, verbal and written communications, and interpersonal interactions (e.g., partnering, conflict management, consulting, etc). - Understanding of health care business and care delivery processes preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of mainframe systems (I.E.KPDS, CARG, KITS), Word, Excel, Access, etc Notes: - PR # MT-1381 - Work scheduled to vary as required2012-05-16 18:39:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135717CADowney, CA28736630http://kp.jobs/xml/28736630/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital / Recovery Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -Current CA RN license and AHA BLS. -One (1)-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in PACU, or Critical Care or completion of a KP PACU course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. -Current ACLS and PALS card required. -The ability to take call within a 30 minute response time. Preferred Qualifications: -Effective verbal and written communication skills. -One (1)year full time or three (3) years part-time(16 hours per week),continuous employment in the past (3) years as an RN in an acute Hospital PACU or Adult Critical Care Unit (ICU, CCU, CSU). -Recent experience within the past 18 months caring for critically ill patients. -Completed a critical care course at least 8 weeks in length with both clinical and didactic components. -Working Knowledge of Phase I and II Recovery process. -Experience recovering adults, adolescents and pediatrics with various surgeries is essential. -Current BCLS Notes: -Will train for Peds. - Works rotating weekends2012-05-16 18:39:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134797CALos Angeles, CA28736624http://kp.jobs/xml/28736624/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Harbor City, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute hospital OR, circulating on a variety of surgical procedures or completion of a KP or approved equivalent OR course within prior 12 months. - Ability to scrub as required. - The ability to take call within a 30 minute response time. Preferred Qualifications: - R.N. degree - Circulating and scrubbing a variety of OR cases. Notes: - Rotating Weekends. - If ten (10) hour option chosen, shift will be 9:00 am - 7:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 9:00 am - 5:30 pm. - Utilize nursing process with standards ofcare, policies and procedures. - Perform consistent with Medicalcenter vision, mission and plan of organization. - Remain flexible to changing systems, demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treat co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect.2012-05-16 18:39:03United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134523CAHarbor City, CA28736621http://kp.jobs/xml/28736621/jobUSANorth HollywoodTitle: Clinical Lab Scientist Location: North Hollywood, CA Performs pre-analytical, analytical & post-analytical phase testing of all complexities as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act/Amendment (CLIA) to include specialized tests & analysis in 1 or more areas of clinical laboratory such as Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunohematology, Serology, Parasitology & chemical & morphological examinations to obtain data for use in diagnosis & recording laboratory test results. Analysis of test results are performed on the population serviced (e.g., neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric clients). Essential Functions: - Performs & reports test results for all clinical laboratory procedures as assigned, both automated & manual, in the clinical laboratory department, w/out immediate review by the director, consultant, or supervisory team - Demonstrates proficiency, competency & understanding of fundamental principles of clinical laboratory procedures w/ minimal amount of supervision - Monitors & is accountable for test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, proficiency testing & all operations related to laboratory testing procedures - Notifies Supervisory team of any irregularities of factors, which may influence test results - Ability to trouble-shoot equipment & test methods - Identifies & resolves unusual laboratory situations & notifies appropriate parties w/in shift - Consults w/ physicians, nurses, pharmacists, etc on the technical aspects of methodologies used, appropriateness of test utilization & interpretation of patient results - Instructs new employees and/or CLS students in laboratory procedures w/in area the CLS assigned, in order that they may develop proficiency & understanding of the clinical laboratory methodology - Provides training, guidance & pertinent technical information to Laboratory Assistants, support staff, clerks, CLS students & Medical Center personnel - Discusses clinical laboratory problems of mutual interest w/ the Supervisory team, & lead technologist in order to develop a better communication link w/in the department - Participates in work groups to work through problems, issues or goals of the department - Assists in evaluating new tests procedures when requested & communicates to the Supervisory team the possibilities for their implementation - Meets states requirements for mandatory CEUs - As defined by established standards, works in a professional, cooperative & courteous manner - Observes all laboratory, KP & regulatory agency policies & procedures - Maintains overall safety (including chemical & biological) of the department in accordance w/ established safety, infection control & procedure protocols - Monitors supplies & reagents & notifies appropriate parties of par levels - As necessary & appropriate, may perform any clerical or other duties of support staff/laboratory assistants that may be assigned such as performing phlebotomy on inpatients & outpatients - Accepts responsibility of assisting in work areas not primarily his/her own - Operates computerized laboratory data systems / applications - Participates in direct patient care by providing the patient w/ information to enhance the understanding of laboratory test, instructing the patient on specimen requirements & conditions for specialized testing & collecting from the patient samples to include blood, body fluids, secretions, & tissues for analysis Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A current & valid California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (CLS) - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of & to utilize the principles, theories, practices, methodologies & techniques required of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist - One (1) year recent experience as a CLS, preferred Preferred Qualifications: - Three (3) years clinical microbiology experience - Experience with LIS and automated microbiology equipment Notes: - Schedule may include working rotating weekends2012-05-16 18:39:03United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134669CANorth Hollywood, CA28736622http://kp.jobs/xml/28736622/jobUSABaldwin ParkTitle: Manager Area Lab Location: Baldwin Park, CA Directs and controls the day-to-day operations for their specific area of responsibility, which includes all personnel activities, technical oversight, general work flow, and budget. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. Essential Functions: - Directs and controls the day to day operations, 24/7, for one or more of the following areas: chemistry, hematology/coagulation, urinalysis/bacti, blood bank, point of care, general lab, and/or quality control assurance. - Recruits, hires, train, and ensures competency of staff. - Motivates and encourages professional and personnel growth. - Controls costs by monitoring personnel utilization, material usage rates, analyzing fluctuations in types and volumes of tests, and implementing corrective action. - Directs and implements effective risk control processes. - Supports, consults, and participates with facility and regional QA programs to ensure internal and external regulatory compliance. - Assists in developing and monitoring section specific QA/Risk Management program. - Assists in monitoring quality assurance for laboratory information systems. - Researches/resolves client problems/issues. - Oversees and coordinates operational aspects within various subsections of the clinical laboratory. - Consults with clients to resolve service issues. - Recommends processes to correct problems. - Participates in department, inter department, and inter facility projects which help the laboratory achieve its goals of providing quality service and client support in a cost effective manner. - Develops equipment and system needs analysis as appropriate. - Coordinates the integration of secondary laboratory information systems with RILIS. Interfaces with lab manager to implement and monitor an internal and external complaint/incident program. - Coordinates and implements a safety program to include fire, hazardous wastes, infectious wastes, electrical, and chemical. - Coordinates a program of continuing education in the area of safety. - Coordinates internal resources and monitors milestones to achieve service expectations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (usually three (3) to five (5) years) in a high volume clinical laboratory. - Previous experience in a supervisory/managerial position, preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in clinical laboratory science or related field. - Master's degree preferred. - ASCP certification preferred. - Valid current California Laboratory Scientist license. - Knowledge of CLIA, Title 22, CAP, JCAHO, NCQA, AABB, local, state, federal regulations.2012-05-16 18:39:02United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133720CABaldwin Park, CA28736616http://kp.jobs/xml/28736616/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: RNP II/PA II Location: Panorama City, CA Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting, and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations. Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnoses and treats both chronic and episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establishes and documents the health care plan and prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation with a physician. Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder and releases the patient. Functions in an expanded role to regularly provide primary, acute, or emergency care to patients with complicated medical conditions which requires an intensive level of care and advanced certification in a specialty area (e.g., neonatal, intensive care, emergency medicine, etc.) A formal internship and/or equivalent on-the-job training in the specialty area required. Essential Functions: - Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting, and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations. - Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. - Diagnoses and treats both chronic and episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. - Establishes and documents the health care plan and prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation with a physician. - Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder and releases the patient. - Functions in an expanded role to regularly provide primary, acute, or emergency care to patients with complicated medical conditions which requires an intensive level of care and advanced certification in a specialty area (e.g., neonatal, intensive care, emergency medicine, etc). - A formal internship and/or equivalent on-the-job training in the specialty area required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Program. Current California Physician Assistant License. *National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). (*Must be obtained from NCCPA for initial licensure, need not be maintained). - AHA BCLS - National Provider Identification Number (NPI) and be an approved Medicare provider. - Minimum one (1) year experience unless specified by department. Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to work in fast paced environment - Ability to use personal computer Notes: - Busy Ortthopeid Department, Assist MD in the Operatin Room. - See patients in the clinic, perform hystory and physical. - Work close with MDs including being first assist in the Operating Room2012-05-16 18:39:02United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133946CAPanorama City, CA28736618http://kp.jobs/xml/28736618/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Compliance Manager Location: San Diego, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Responsible for setting strategic direction of projects and developing project plans. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the second job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At the second level, the Project Manager is responsible for leading projects of complex scope where analysis of data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within generally defined practices/policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of project. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or four (4) years of equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Master's Degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) strongly preferred. - Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Effective leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Effective interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - CHC will require obtaining CHC within eighteen (18) months of hire. - Experience in Compliance, Quality, Risk Management or HR preferred. - Computer skills with developing and running reports. - Comfortable with teaching and presenting to both large and small groups. Notes: - May travel throughout San Diego County to multiple medical office buildings on a regular basis. - Availability for week and coverage for compliance issues.2012-05-16 18:39:02United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133985CASan Diego, CA28736620http://kp.jobs/xml/28736620/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Sterile Processing Tech II Location: Woodland Hills, CA Decontaminate, clean, package, sterilize, store and distribute medical/ surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies in accordance with Title 22 requirements and joint commission standards. Fill medical supplies requests from user areas. Essential Functions: - Uphold KP's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Follows standard infection control procedures. - Ensure equipment is available for end users: Receive and sort soiled instruments/ equipment, soak, dissemble, clean and rinse, decontaminate, lubricate and perform routine preventive maintenance as required. - Pick up soiled equipment/supplies from end users. - Prepare and process packs, supplies, equipment and instruments. - Check, test, and graph data from equipment such as sterilizers, incubators, etc. - Perform computerized scanning, documentation, and tracking of equipment and instruments. - Record equipment malfunctions, maintain department logs, i.e. sterilization records and equipment usage. - Repair and/or request repair service as required. - Maintain accurate and complete sterilization records. - Communicate relevant accomplishments and problems to the lead and or manager. - Prepare periodic workload statistics. - Maintain proficiency in technical/clinical skills by maintaining licensure/certificates, attending conferences, meetings and in-services as required. - Operate copier, computer and fax equipment. - Answer and route telephone calls and locate personnel by paging system or beeper. - May orient and train new or less experienced personnel. - Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Qualifications: Pay Grade: 22 Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience in sterile processing or comparable Operating Room TechnicianOR registration as Registered Sterile Processing Technician. - High School Diploma/GED preferred. - Certified Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST) or Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) certification, preferred. - Working knowledge of surgical instrumentation processing techniques, medical supplies, and proficiency in the following required: basic micro-biology, soaps and detergents, fundamentals of cleaning and packaging sterile supplies, steam sterilization, low temperature sterilization and flexible scope reprocessing, quality assurance, infection control, isolation techniques and safe practices in sterile processing. - Physical requirements involving frequent heavy lifting (over 25 lbs.) or pushing over 500 lbs. Often combined with bending, twisting, and long periods of time on the feet. - Ability to distinguish colors and hear audible alarms required. - Work in a collaborative Labor-Management environment to result in a high performance work team. Notes: - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-05-16 18:38:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132607CAWoodland Hills, CA28736612http://kp.jobs/xml/28736612/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Medical Social Worker III/ LCSW Location: Panorama City, CA Provides assessments, coordination, & implementation/evaluation of professional social services to patients & their families in order to aid them in coping w/ social, emotional, & economic difficulties related to medical problems or which predispose to illness. Essential Functions: - Provides quality counseling services by assessing patient/ family system needs, then developing & implementing treatment plans in accordance w/ departmental & medical center policies - Provides quality counseling services by assessing patient/ family system needs, then developing & implementing treatment plans in accordance w/ departmental & medical center policies, & in compliance w/ the standards of the social work profession. Quality of clinical services is indicated by QM findings, case presentations, documentation review, staff & patient feedback & supervisory discussions - Performs a bio-psychosocial assessment interview w/ patient, family, &/or significant other according to department policy & standards - Provides appropriate crises intervention/treatment to adults, children & families in emergent situations including assessment, counseling, information/referral & providing consultation to physicians & healthcare team. Provides a professional interpretation of patient's condition (i.e., situation, affect, behavior & verbal content) & recommends appropriate psycho-social intervention(s) &/or treatment plan - Develops culturally sensitive assessment that reflects departmental standards & includes: reasons for referral; source of referral; informant name; physical/medical issues; interpersonal & social relations; emotional/psychiatric/adjustment issues including assessment of depression; role performance/social transition; community planning/resources (as indicated); legal/protective issues (as indicated) - Provides appropriate counseling services to patients &/or family based on clinical assessment & consistent w/ patient's on-going medical condition/needs - Provides patient education on subjects related to psycho-social adjustment to medical illness, individually, in classes or groups - Assessment demonstrates ability to interpret the social, emotional & behavioral problems/elements as they relate to the patient's medical condition & treatment - Demonstrates the integration of clinical social work theory into practice by appropriately utilizing clinical knowledge of bio-psychosocial development stages, personality development, human behavior, etc., to formulate assessment, direct treatment, & provide consultation & education to other team members.This includes integration of developmental theory & clinical practice in assessments & intervention specific to the age group served (neonates, pediatrics, adolescent, adult, geriatric) - Spends at least 70% of time in direct service activity - Completes & submits statistics in accordance w/ departmental policies & procedures - Documents interventions in appropriate formats, legibly & w/in departmental time frames - Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature & the level of work being preformed by the individuals assigned to this position & as such are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties & skills required of personnel so classified Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's degree in Social Work issued by a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education - Current and valid license as a Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California Board of Behavior Science Examiners Preferred Qualifications: -Social worker for busy Neurology and Inpatient Oncology Service. -Must have at least one year experience with Neurology/Stroke/MS, etc. - Must have experience with short-term counseling using behavioral techniques. -Must have at least one year acute care experience post master's. -Experience working with Oncology patients either inpatient or acute care setting. Notes: - Schedule Varies -Candidate will work one (1) evening each week. - Some weekends 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm and 8:30 am to 7:00 pm - Some weekend and holidays also required -Covering crisis patients in the urgent care, emergency room and inpatient units. -Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.2012-05-16 18:38:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia123707CAPanorama City, CA28736603http://kp.jobs/xml/28736603/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Harbor City, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Maternal/Child Health, FCC, OB/GYN or Women's Health in acute care or ambulatory care. Preferred Qualifications: - RN accredited school - Recent experience in an outpatient setting (within the last year). - Recent experience in MCH or OBG. - Strong Customer Service Skills. - Excellent Computer skills. - Excellent communication skills. - Basic PC Skills: Word, KPHC, KITS, etc. - Data Entry2012-05-16 18:38:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia120709CAHarbor City, CA28736602http://kp.jobs/xml/28736602/jobUSABurbankTitle: Administrative Assistant IV Location: Burbank, CA Provides administrative and operational clerical support to department managers and/or staff. Responsibilities may include answering phones and relaying messages/information to both departmental staff and callers; scheduling/calendaring meetings and conferences; maintaining filing systems; ordering/stocking office supplies; opening/sorting mail. Types/proofreads/composes correspondence; creates graphs and presentations; researches as needed. Essential Functions: - Provides more complex administrative support and project coordination for the department head, managers, and/or staff members to include the following: - Answers phones, screens calls, takes messages, and routes to appropriate members/staff. Greets KP visitors or outside vendors. May monitor and/or respond to routine email/inquires for others. (15%) - Manages multiple calendars and schedules/plans meetings. Arranges special events requiring solid understanding of event planning and coordination. Makes travel arrangements for the department head and/or staff members. (20%) - Coordinates project proposals and recommends updates to department documents. (15%) - Writes complex and detailed correspondence for senior managers/directors using KP knowledge and business acumen; independently updates department documents as needed. (15%) - Monitors and identifies administrative budget issues to include billing and payment authorization for planned expenses and special events; handles recharges across business units. - Manages expense reports through Concur. (15%) - Interacts daily with KP employees across multiple organizations, as well as external representatives, to discuss administrative and standard business processes. (10%) - Coordinates administrative workflow of the department; recommends new processes as needed. (5%) - Performs other department specific duties as assigned. (5%) - Considerable impact. - Responsibilities may impact the achievement of department short-term objectives. - Uses judgment to determine course of action and makes recommendations. - Requires judgment in identifying and resolving complex issues. - Must rely on knowledge and experience for problem solving of non-recurring, unique situations. - Provides a variety of complex operational information to convey concepts and processes. - Has considerable latitude to plan and organize one's own work. - May have authority to assign work to others within the executive's jurisdiction. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically seven (7) to nine (9) plus years of administrative assistant experience supporting at the department head or executive level, or related experience. - High school diploma, GED or related experience. - BA/BS preferred. - As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in creative and effective ways. - Ability to learn and apply an advanced understanding of the organization and its functional policies and processes. - Ability to manage dynamic calendars for management including event planning with external vendors. - Advanced writing skills to compose more difficult, detailed correspondence and to recommend updates to department documents as needed. - Intermediate to advanced knowledge of two (2) or more of Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Access, depending upon department or business needs. - Working knowledge of email and office equipment (fax, phone, copier, etc.). - Requires ability to learn and apply an advanced understanding of a large, complex organization and its customers.2012-05-16 18:38:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135840CABurbank, CA28736586http://kp.jobs/xml/28736586/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Team Manager Location: San Diego, CA Performs planning and direction setting. Manages customer service representatives and/or billing or enrollment representatives. Handles personnel issues with a team approach. Ensures that service standards are achieved. Acts as a patient advocate. Jointly responsible for the daily operations in order to develop and maintain a superior call center or membership service center. Lead the business processes. Ensure best practice customer service and/or membership administration while maximizing revenue. Responsible for the implementation of operational and technology best practices to improve compliance capabilities and efficiencies. Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans and performance requirements in an effort to avoid paying out department performance guarantees of over three million dollars. Responsible for large-scale24 hour seven day a week call center that provides customer service for California and for the Regions outside of California. Essential Functions: - Manages the day to day operations of a line of business that provides customer service and/or membership, enrollment or billing services to members of the health plan - Represents the Health Plan within the local community on benefits and service matters - Collaborates with Benefits, Contracts and Government Program divisions of KP to interpret contract language and handle member concerns - Ensures the timely intervention of member issues in order to enhance member satisfaction, member recruitment/retention - Partners with KP departments, salesand marketing, customers and other stakeholders - Manages a team of customer service representatives or member services representatives - Develops schedules - Assigns and monitors work - Gathers resources - Measures and monitors service performance quality standards to ensure customer satisfaction and to comply with regulatory agencies - Recommends changes in guidelines, procedures, policies - Provides operational direction to team and resolves operational issues - Attracts, selects and maintains a qualified, motivated staff which involves interviewing, coaching, counseling, disciplining, advising, monitoring, training, terminating - Implements line of business strategies - Performs financial management, tracking, analysis and management of accounts receivables to ensure financial goals for the line of business are met - Conducts analysis of data and reports to improve employee performance - Impacts the achievement of department and/or functional objectives - Erroneous decisions/recommendations or failure to achieve results may cause delays in program schedules and result in the allocation of more resources and additional funds - Involves interpreting and analyzing administrative or technical concepts - Judgment is required to make decisions for less defined issues - Requires moderately complex decision-making - Recognizes linkages and understands impact of individual actions on other parts of the organization and member / customer - Works on issues where analysis of situation or data requires review of relevant factors - Requires considerable amount of analysis to consider all alternatives for identified, yet complex, problems - Follows operational policies in selecting methods and techniques to determine the best solutions - Information to solve the problem comes from a variety of sources which may not be readily available - Assume other duties as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Requires one (1) to three (3) years supervisory or management experience in member services, health care, call center, or financial fields. Other education or training (beyond the bachelor's degree) can suffice in place of a portion of the required supervisor experience. Satisfactory completion of a twelve (12) week course in Principles of Management offered by the Member Service Call Center can suffice in place of six (6) to nine (9) months required experience - Experience in administration requiring extensive complex problem solving and high-level negotiations preferred - Experience in preparing and conducting audits preferred - Experience in a Labor/Management partnership environment strongly preferred - Experience using mainframe or personal computer database, word processing, and statistical analysis software packages preferred - Four (4) year degree in business administration, health care, or related field or equivalent experience required. - The equivalent experience must be additional experience beyond the minimum work experience required above. - Requires knowledge of membership management and working knowledge of another functional area. - Knowledge of labor contracts and HR/Organization/Department policies and procedures - Strong interpersonal and communication skills; excellent written and verbal skills - Call Center knowledge or related knowledge2012-05-16 18:38:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135997CASan Diego, CA28736587http://kp.jobs/xml/28736587/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Sr Consultant - Mrkt Strat Analysis - San Francisco, CA Location: San Francisco, CA Active participation in a range of market strategy projects essential to KP's membership and margin goals. Market Strategy & Analysis Consultants provide analytical/strategic-thinking and leadership skills that enable project teams to: 1) isolate business issues; 2) design and execute analytics for studying business issues (market research, scenario planning, forecasting, market share, profitability, etc); 3) bring technical/content expertise (competitive intelligence, utilization, financial analysis, deep data analysis & programming); 4) vet findings and make formal recommendations to senior levels of KP leadership; 5) create documents (strategic segment plans, utilization reports) that inform critical strategic issues. This position will have primary accountability for the following areas: Building a repository for S&AM on @HPI and/or SalesConnect for Chinese and Spanish language materials including marketing communications, benefit highlights, product education, job aids, and materials related to HCR. This work will be ongoing, and this individual will be responsible for identifying the best platform to streamline content and ensuring the content is end-user friendly. Managing the strategy implementation meetings among the analytical, sales and operationteams Project managing the work generated from my meetings with Account Management, Strategic, and Labor and Trust. Essential Functions - Leads 1-2 major market strategy teams concurrently. - Proactively identifies key business line issues. - Manages multiple complex market strategy/business line issues. - Establishes accountabilities within business line strategy groups and facilitates decision making. - Leads development of recommendations that determine course of further work and/or organizational change for marketing strategy. - Serves as subject matter/technical expert to Analysts and Market Strategy & Analysis Consultants. - Responsibilities impact the achievement rate-setting, membership and margin objectives that have direct and significant business impact. - Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve objectives could impact rate-setting, membership and/or market strategy goals. - Involves a high degree of interpretation and analysis of complex and sometimes inconclusive data. - Exercises considerable judgment to make decisions for less defined and complex issues. - Requires complex decision-making. - Develops solutions to a diverse range of complex market strategy problems, which require creativity and innovation within broadly defined policies and practices. - Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions for more complex problems. - Provides professional/technical guidance on membership, rates, financial and competitive data to team members. - Influences others to buy into new concepts and methodologies. - Engages in matters requiring coordination across functional lines. - Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment. - Work is evaluated at key milestones to ensure objectives and performance requirements have been met. - Provides on-going coaching, enabling team members to develop and improve skills and capabilities that support the effectiveness of the department and/or function. - Serves as a technical/professional mentor to team members. - Provides performance input and recommendations to management for development/ training plans and/or performance reviews. - May have supervisory responsibilities on a project basis. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - Minimum: Five+ years of related experience OR master's degree and two (2)+ years of experience. - Preferred: At least eight (8) years of related experience. - Master's degree preferred (Business, Public Health, etc). - Thorough knowledge of membership, rates, financial, economic and competitive data. - Regularly contributes to the development of new market strategy concepts, techniques, and standards. - Considered functional expert in market strategy within KP. - Frequently contributes to the development of new theories and methods. - Employs expertise as a generalist or specialist - Highly skilled in MS Excel, Access and other databases. - Must know how to manipulate databases such as MS Excel and/or Access, as well as manipulating reports and generating reports.2012-05-16 18:38:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136015CASan Francisco, CA28736588http://kp.jobs/xml/28736588/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Executive Assistant I Location: Oakland, CA Health is our business Make it yours. At Kaiser Permanente, we realize that it takes more than expert medical care to be one of the nation's leading health care providers and not-for-profit health plans. It takes advanced technologies, state-of-art facilities, and the people to support them. Come impact your future, and the future of care. If this sounds like something you believe in, consider joining us in Oakland, California. Executive Assistant I - Marketing, Service, Sales Administration In this busy role, you will be responsible for providing administrative and business operations support for seniormanagement and to anticipate and meet business needs and organizational goals. You will be expected to analyze problems; determine the most effective solutions; compile and analyze data; and prepare reports/recommendations. Administrative duties will be complex and varied, extending across several lines of business and functional areas, and require the ability to anticipate and proactively solve logistical and coordination issues. In addition, you will also assist the events planning staff in the organization of at least two major annual conferences; coordinate the administrative workflow of the department; and recommend new processes as needed. Above all, you must be a take-charge individual who is able to hit the ground running. Essential Functions: - Provides more complex administrative support & project coordination for executives & senior management to include the following: - Answers phones & email, & directs inquiries to appropriate parties based on functional/operational knowledge; may respond to routine to moderately complex inquiries directly. (20%) - Manages multiple calendars to include arranging complex special events requiring solid understanding of event requirements & coordination of dependencies. (25%) - Drafts more complex & detailed correspondence for executives using KP knowledge & advanced business acumen; independently updates department documents as needed. - Uses basic to advanced knowledge of two or more Microsoft Office/PC applications, depending upon department or business needs. (15%) - Assists w/ complex custom reports & cross-functional initiatives that require project coordination (e.g., data collection & validation, project reporting, etc. (10%) - Monitors & resolves administrative budget issues to include billing & payment authorization for planned & unplanned expenses & special events; handles recharges across business units, tracks & accounts for executive travel/business expenses. (10%) - Interacts regularly w/ KP employees at all levels across multiple organizations, as well as external representatives as a liaison, to gather, exchange, & compare/contrast pertinent operational information for others' use. (10%) - Coordinates administrative workflow of the department; recommends new processes as needed. - Directs & delegates to other administrative assistants on work processes & best practices. (10%) - Responsibilities impact the achievement of department objectives. - Contributions impact functional projects and/or initiatives. - Errors would result in delays, inefficiencies and/or expenses as well as inconvenience executive staff. - Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques & evaluation criteria for obtaining results. - Generally involves using knowledge of generally established procedures, instructions, & department resources. - Requires judgment to select from less than apparent alternatives. - Requires decision-making w/in defined parameters; must have sound knowledge of department & executive priorities to ensure objectives are met. - Develops solutions to difficult problems, using knowledge of KP/department policies & procedures. - Most problems are not clearly defined & solutions require intermediate problem-solving experience. - Must be able to come up w/ quick solutions as schedules & projects change. - Provides a variety of difficult operational information to convey concepts & processes. - Communicates department information to entire functional/department staff, as well as other executive staff. - Works w/in established KP/department policies & procedures on assigned work. - Work is generally supervised, checks in w/ manager for direction on a limited basis. - Has authority to act on behalf of executives regarding many administrative/project matters; has authority to delegate & assign work to others w/in the executive's jurisdiction. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum 8 years of administrative and/or executive assistant experience with increasing levels of discretion and expanding scope of duties. - Demonstrated ability to quickly gain a thorough understanding of a large, complex organization and its customers and their needs. - Proven ability to effectively utilize best business practices, standards, theories, and systems. - Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Ability to create sophisticated presentation materials with graphs/illustrations. - Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational, problem-solving, writing, grammatical, proofreading, and vocabulary skills. - Interest in intranet site design and maintenance a plus (Vivian tan-I hate to lose Shashana). - Demonstrated success providing support within a complex business environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree. - MS Share Point skills highly preferred.2012-05-16 18:38:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia136020CAOakland, CA28736589http://kp.jobs/xml/28736589/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Compliance Consultant IV-Executive Consultant (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Compliance Consultant IV-Executive Consultant Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA The Compliance Consultant IV is responsible for overseeing Kaiser Permanente's compliance with federal and state insurance laws, regulations and sub-regulatory guidance through the planning and implementation of compliance systems and initiatives. On an on-going basis, Will be responsible for leading compliance's national engagement for several health plan and health care reform initiatives through research and interpretation of regulations and laws to establish compliance standards/requirements, and working with compliance partners and health plan business leads to integrate compliance standards into operations. Researches, plans, implements, and monitors a broad portfolio of compliance systems and initiatives to enable organizational compliance with all applicable Federal, state, and local regulations/laws, as well as overseeing the protection of organizational assets. On an on-going basis, researches and interprets regulations and laws to establish compliance standards, and may develop and/or deliver training and communications/change management relative to new standards. Assesses organizational systems (both physical and process or data related) to determine gaps in compliance and determine opportunities for remediation. Advises the organization on all compliance matters. May investigate violations of compliance policy, laws, regulations, etc. or conduct on-going monitoring and reporting to ensure remediation. May be responsible for project management relative to new compliance initiatives, products, or annual processes. Essential Functions: - National Compliance Lead for health plan and health care reform initiatives. Will be responsible for coordinating with national and regional compliance partners to determine compliance's engagement strategy for the initiatives, developing and integrating compliance standards/requirements, and leading and/or supporting assessments and audits. - Manages, creates, and maintains client relationships with management at all levels of the organization - In adherence with the KP Compliance Framework, fosters comprehensive compliance management through a series of activities to comply with all applicable regulations and statutes. Activities include - Planning: Leading the identification of compliance accountabilities; identification of internal and external resources; development of Compliance, Work, and Audit plans; establishing and/or leading compliance-related committees/work groups; and managing external agency relations, - Implementing: Leading the identification of compliance requirements and directing related analyses; creation and revision of compliance standards, policies, and procedures; overseeing development and/or delivery of compliance and ethics training; leading the monitoring of compliance adherence; and directing reporting on compliance efforts and programs, and - Validating: Reviewing compliance programs and content, including leading the design and implementation of risk assessments and/or audits, and overseeing the investigation of instances of reported non-compliance - Researches and stays abreast of regulations and statutes. Determines impacts of implementation of new regulations and statutes and required notifications, changes, and training. Communicates required changes, develops tools to assess risks, and leverages existing workgroups/etc. to facilitate required changes. May engage external regulatory and legislative bodies on developing regulations and laws, providing input and representing Kaiser Permanente's interests - Works on significant and unique assignments of diverse and complex scope - Addresses opportunities for process improvements and influencing change - Requires more complex planning and direction setting with diverse and multiple stakeholders - Responsibilities impact the achievement of integrated functional and/or KP objectives. In addition, responsibilities impact relationships with external regulatory agencies - Influences the development of the functional objectives - Erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally result in failure to achieve functional and/or KP objectives and negatively affect expenditures and resources - Involves a high degree of interpretation and analysis of obscure or inconclusive data - Requires a high level of judgment and risk taking to make appropriate decisions for diverse, sophisticated, and undefined issues - Assume other duties as directed - Knowledge of health insurance laws, regulations, practices and standards. - Experience with implementation/administration of insurance products. - Knowledge of health care compliance policies, practices, and systems. - Ability to develop advanced compliance principles, theories, and concepts. - Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and oral and written communication skills. - Strong, clear written and verbal communication skills to varying levels of the organization. - Strong project management skills; ability to lead and manage operational and tactical aspects of multiple projects simultaneously. - Demonstrate ability to timely plan, execute, and complete projects within strict deadlines. Additional Skills/Knowledge - Experience with interpreting laws and regulations and ability to identify and partner with business to communicate impact and compliance expectations - Familiarity with health insurance laws and regulations - Experience with integrating compliance within system/application implementations preferable - Familiarity with health plan operations and experience with projects in at least one health plan functional area preferable - Ability to lead and manage operational and tactical aspects of multiple projects at the same time - Plans, executes, and finalizes projects according to strict deadlines - Ability to collaborate with multiple functions and departments, across various levels of the organization - Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and oral and written communication skills Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Required: Eight (8) to twelve (12) years of heath care compliance, health care operations (quality, risk, etc.), audit, finance, project management, regulatory or public policy development, investigations, information security, or insurance/health plan governance experience. - Four (4) year or clinical degree or equivalent experience. - Advanced knowledge of health care compliance policies, practices, and systems. - Contributes to the development of compliance principles, theories, and concepts. - Broad knowledge of health care industry practices and standards. - Ability to draft and revise documents including policies, standards, analyses, and reports. - Project management skills - Advanced knowledge of health care and related compliance issues.2012-05-16 18:38:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135258CAOakland, CA28736581http://kp.jobs/xml/28736581/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Executive Assistant Location: Oakland, CA Provides executive administrative support to senior executives. Manages daily workflow, schedules meetings, and meeting follow-up. Handles highly confidential matters with Program-wide impact. Works independently to prioritize work, resolves problems within deadlines, and provides project management support. Works with minimal supervision. Essential Functions; -Manages the day-to-day calendars for senior executives. Assesses urgency/priorities, accepts or declines appointments and meetings and when appropriate arranges for others to attend for executives in his/her absence, as appropriate. - Maintains basic knowledge of other Executive Leadership Team (ELT) calendars' to support other EA team members. - Appropriately refers substantive questions / key business issues to others and follows up to ensure resolution. -Acts as a department front-line representative. - Reviews documents prepared for the Senior Executives. Composes correspondence for Senior Executives. Types or enters data, proofreads and processes a variety of documents including general correspondence, memos, and statistical charts from rough draft, audio recordings, or verbal instruction. -Preserves confidentiality of sensitive material, routinely encountered. - Identifies, distinguishes, and is sensitive to the working relationships within and among TPF, PMGs, and KFHP/H. -Oversees event coordination for major Federation and Program-wide meetings of senior leaders and other events; Receives, reviews and evaluates mail to identify those items requiring priority attention of the Senior Executive. -Independently responds to letters and general correspondence of a routine nature. -Serves as liaison between manager and direct reports and others within and outside the organization. - Supports Senior Executive on special projects and /or programs by managing and guiding project timelines. Handling all meeting logistics.. - Supports programs by completing complex duties requiring research, compilation, tabulation, and basic analyses of data, records, programs, processes, and procedures.. -Performs triage for complex requests, technical inquiries, or time-sensitive issues and directs them to the appropriate staff members. -Tracks deliverables and action items for Senior Executive. - Coordinates travel arrangements. . - Prepares expense reports. Routes agreements, contracts, and invoices through signature process. -Interacts daily with KP & Executive employees across multiple organizations, as well as external representatives. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other KP employees, and the public by using principles of quality customer service. Supports the needs of advisory groups to CMI, in particular the Care Management Council and other CMI and Federation initiative related advisory groups. -May post and maintain information on intranet website pages. -Retrieves and prepares approved obsolete records for destruction. -Trouble-shoots problems related to the operation of computers, software, printers, phone, and other office equipment. -May receive and index material submitted for records retention. Maintains logs of records in retention. -Answers phones, takes and delivers messages in a timely manner. Screens all visitors and takes action appropriate to the request/situation. Faxes documents, receives and distributes faxes in a timely manner. - Performs miscellaneous duties as requested. - Travel less than 20%. Secondary Functions: -May be asked to schedule personal appointment if falls within the work week during work hours. Performs miscellaneous duties as requested. - Travel less than 20%. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -A minimum of7 years of experience as an executive staff specialist/secretary/assistant or comparable position in a large, complex organizational environment. Experience in KP at a senior administrative level highly desirable. - Sound independent judgment and political sensitivity mandatory. -Demonstrated ability to use diplomacy in communicating with medical directors, high-level executives, the management team, and external organizations, agencies, and individuals. -Demonstrated advanced written and verbal communication skills. -Demonstrated ability to work and maintain highly confidential information. -Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team of administrative support staff. -Demonstrated ability to be flexible in an ever changing work environment -Must possess strong customer services skills. -Must possess excellent coordination, organization, project management, prioritization, and multi taking skills -Proficient in a current version of KP standard software applications (Windows 2007 Professional, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Schedule +, Lotus Notes 8.) -Ability to incorporate multiple and difficult calendars and arrange complex meetings. -Posesses the ability to understand the organization and operation of the The Permanente Federation, and of the PMGs and KFHP/H as necessary to perform assigned responsibilities. -Proficient in transcribing from dictation equipment.2012-05-16 18:37:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135905CAOakland, CA28736560http://kp.jobs/xml/28736560/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Assistant Department Manager Medical Surg/Telemetry (Vac #315) Location: Oakland, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135532CAOakland, CA28736535http://kp.jobs/xml/28736535/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Infection Prevention Coordinator RN Location: San Francisco, CA Under the direction of the Infection Prevention Manager or Director, conducts infection prevention activities including surveillance to prevent and decrease healthcare associated infections and improve patient safety across the continuum of care. Assists the Infection Prevention Manager or Director in the implementation of the Infection Prevention Program. Participates in the medical center's continuous survey readiness program to maintain compliance with regulatory standards. Essential Functions: - Conducts surveillance; collates, compiles, analyzes, and presents reports. - Provides input into the Infection Prevention Program. - Provides education and consultation to medical center staff. - Actively participates and provides leadership in patient safety projects/initiatives. - Actively participates in multi-disciplinary rounds, including clinical, environmental, and construction projects. - Participates in unit-based and quality-based performance improvement projects. - Participates in Infection Control Committee and other committees as assigned. - Completes and prepares Communicable Disease reports to Department of Public Health. - Assists with facility's compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies. - Ensure timely and accurate reporting to National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) of Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs) as required by CDPH. - Reviews and revises policies and procedures. - Collaborates with Occupational/Employee Health to conduct exposure investigations. - Keeps abreast of current scientific literature, recommendations, guidelines and regulatory requirements. - Maintains confidentiality of data and information in accordance with HIPPA regulations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an acute care hospital utilizing basic clinical knowledge of medical and surgical procedures, treatments and patient management. - Diploma in Nursing or degree in other related field such as clinical laboratory science, epidemiology, public health, microbiology. Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience as an Infection Control Professional or Nurse Epidemiologist in an acute care medical center may be substituted for the degree requirement. - Completion of the Beginner IC Practitioner Program (APIC) within two years of hire. - Baccalaureate degree in nursing, preferred. - Licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing or degree in another related discipline such as clinical laboratory science, microbiology, epidemiology, public health. - Certification Infection Control (CIC) issued by the Certification Board of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control, preferred. - Demonstrates knowledge of microbiology, asepsis, disinfection/sterilization, infectious diseases, communication, program administration and epidemiology. - Demonstrates ability or plan for supplemental education to ensure comprehension and utilization of scientific data and basic statistical techniques/methods; screening of data results for variations and/or errors; functioning as a liaison, instructor and consultant with client departments. - Demonstrates written and oral communication skills with IC Team, healthcare workers and MDs. - Demonstrates problem-solving, and decision making preferred. - Demonstrates ability to develop and present educational programs effectively and communicate in a clear, concise and timely manner preferred. - Demonstrates skills in educating adults and children preferred. - Demonstrates skills in the use of internal databases, infection control surveillance software, spreadsheet and presentation applications (such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint) preferred. - Demonstrates ability to develop and review/revise policies/procedures preferred. - Demonstrates ability to influence the behavior of healthcare workers and physicians preferred. - Demonstrates customer service standards when interacting with internal and external customers/members preferred.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135531CASan Francisco, CA28736534http://kp.jobs/xml/28736534/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Assistant Department Manager Medical Surg/Tele Weekend(Vac #316) Location: Oakland, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135534CAOakland, CA28736536http://kp.jobs/xml/28736536/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Performer II Location: Oakland, CA Theater performer for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates. Represents Educational Theater Program to community and media and participates in health education training as well as serves as a peer educator and role model. Essential Functions: - 75% Perform, model and assist with all aspects of production, which includes, but is not limited to, preparation, rehearsal, and performance for acting roles assigned. - Apply creative, original and intellectual skills in developing and performing various roles and scripts. - Work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates, in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message. - May include understudying one or more acting roles. - 10% Participate in health education training and peer counseling to serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times. - Represent ETP to the community and media. - Appear at community and company events. - 15% Responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment while touring in accordance with position duties and Kaiser Permanente policies. - Assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and providing feedback. - Approximately eight (8) to ten (10) weeks out-of-town travel required. - Drive company vehicles, set up and strike set, production related administration work. - May be responsible for additional program duties. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience with and continued desire to work full-time, term acting position with community services health education theatre programs. - Experience working with ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old. - Two (2) to three (3) years of experience as a Performer I or equivalent preferred. - Formal, advanced level acting training and touring theatre experience preferred. - Health education training and experience preferred. - High school, acting training. - Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred. - Valid California Drivers License. - Bilingual Spanish, Cantonese or Tagalog preferred. - Proven ability to learn and perform a variety of roles, and ability and willingness to participate in an ensemble process. - Ability and desire to play characters between twelve (12) and eighteen (18) years old for 'Peer Education' component of program. - Demonstrated ability to work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates, in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message. - Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in understanding the message of the Educational Theatre and the specific roles and scripts. - Demonstrated ability and willingness to be excellent role models for making healthy choices. - Re-hire dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned parts appropriately. - Demonstrated commitment to work with ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135538CAOakland, CA28736537http://kp.jobs/xml/28736537/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Performer I Location: Oakland, CA Theater performer for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates. Represents Educational Theater Program to community and media and participates in health education training as well as serves as a peer educator and role model. Essential Functions: - 75% Responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment while touring in accordance with position duties and Kaiser Permanente policies. - Perform all aspects of position which include, but not limited to, preparation, rehearsal and performance for acting roles assigned. - Apply creative, original and intellectual skills in developing and performing various roles and scripts. - 10% Participate in training of health education and peer counseling. - Serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times. - Represent ETP to the community and media. - Appear at community and company events. - 15% Work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message. - Assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and providing feedback. - Approximately eight (8) to ten (10) weeks out-of-town travel required. - Drive company vehicles, set up and strike set production related administration work. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High school. - Acting training. - Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. - Valid California Drivers License. - Background and training in theater performances essential. - Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of program. - Re-hire dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned part appropriately. - Demonstrated commitment to working with ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old. - Willingness to be an excellent role model for making healthy choices. - Photo and resume are required. - Desire to work full-time, term acting position with community services health education theater programs preferred. - Ability to learn and perform a variety of roles preferred. - Ability and willingness to participate in ensemble process preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135540CAOakland, CA28736538http://kp.jobs/xml/28736538/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Performer I Location: Oakland, CA Theater performer for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates. Represents Educational Theater Program to community and media and participates in health education training as well as serves as a peer educator and role model. Essential Functions: - 75% Responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment while touring in accordance with position duties and Kaiser Permanente policies. - Perform all aspects of position which include, but not limited to, preparation, rehearsal and performance for acting roles assigned. - Apply creative, original and intellectual skills in developing and performing various roles and scripts. - 10% Participate in training of health education and peer counseling. - Serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times. - Represent ETP to the community and media. - Appear at community and company events. - 15% Work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message. - Assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and providing feedback. - Approximately eight (8) to ten (10) weeks out-of-town travel required. - Drive company vehicles, set up and strike set production related administration work. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High school. - Acting training. - Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. - Valid California Drivers License. - Background and training in theater performances essential. - Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of program. - Re-hire dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned part appropriately. - Demonstrated commitment to working with ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old. - Willingness to be an excellent role model for making healthy choices. - Photo and resume are required. - Desire to work full-time, term acting position with community services health education theater programs preferred. - Ability to learn and perform a variety of roles preferred. - Ability and willingness to participate in ensemble process preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135541CAOakland, CA28736539http://kp.jobs/xml/28736539/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Performer I Location: Oakland, CA Theater performer for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates. Represents Educational Theater Program to community and media and participates in health education training as well as serves as a peer educator and role model. Essential Functions: - 75% Responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment while touring in accordance with position duties and Kaiser Permanente policies. - Perform all aspects of position which include, but not limited to, preparation, rehearsal and performance for acting roles assigned. - Apply creative, original and intellectual skills in developing and performing various roles and scripts. - 10% Participate in training of health education and peer counseling. - Serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times. - Represent ETP to the community and media. - Appear at community and company events. - 15% Work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message. - Assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and providing feedback. - Approximately eight (8) to ten (10) weeks out-of-town travel required. - Drive company vehicles, set up and strike set production related administration work. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High school. - Acting training. - Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. - Valid California Drivers License. - Background and training in theater performances essential. - Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of program. - Re-hire dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned part appropriately. - Demonstrated commitment to working with ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old. - Willingness to be an excellent role model for making healthy choices. - Photo and resume are required. - Desire to work full-time, term acting position with community services health education theater programs preferred. - Ability to learn and perform a variety of roles preferred. - Ability and willingness to participate in ensemble process preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135543CAOakland, CA28736540http://kp.jobs/xml/28736540/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Performer I Location: Oakland, CA Theater performer for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates. Represents Educational Theater Program to community and media and participates in health education training as well as serves as a peer educator and role model. Essential Functions: - 75% Responsible for exercising discretion and independent judgment while touring in accordance with position duties and Kaiser Permanente policies. - Perform all aspects of position which include, but not limited to, preparation, rehearsal and performance for acting roles assigned. - Apply creative, original and intellectual skills in developing and performing various roles and scripts. - 10% Participate in training of health education and peer counseling. - Serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times. - Represent ETP to the community and media. - Appear at community and company events. - 15% Work with and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds and social climates in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message. - Assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and providing feedback. - Approximately eight (8) to ten (10) weeks out-of-town travel required. - Drive company vehicles, set up and strike set production related administration work. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High school. - Acting training. - Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. - Valid California Drivers License. - Background and training in theater performances essential. - Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of program. - Re-hire dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned part appropriately. - Demonstrated commitment to working with ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old. - Willingness to be an excellent role model for making healthy choices. - Photo and resume are required. - Desire to work full-time, term acting position with community services health education theater programs preferred. - Ability to learn and perform a variety of roles preferred. - Ability and willingness to participate in ensemble process preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135544CAOakland, CA28736541http://kp.jobs/xml/28736541/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Assistant Production Manager Location: Oakland, CA The Assistant Production Manager job profile encompasses both a Road Manager for Troupe and an Assistant Production Manager for the Company. The position requires a flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings and weekends. The Road Manager's primary responsibility is to ensure smooth operating procedures while on the road. This means he/she has the authority and the responsibility to organize, delegate, and otherwise direct troupe activities as assigned by the Program Coordinator. It is the responsibility of all Performer/Educators to support the Road Manager in his/her duties by responding in a timely manner to requests and assignments that facilitate the technical, artistic, rehearsal, and/or performance, community service and public affairs needs of the program. Personnel, budgetary and regulatory issues should be referred to the Coordinator immediately. The Road Manager has these responsibilities on top of being a Performer/Educator. The Assistant Production Manager for the Company has responsibilities in ALL areas of ETP, with six primary areas of focus: (1) performing, (2) production management and touring support, (3) direction and coordination of shows, (4) community troupe, (5) administration, (6) program coordination and implementation. Essential Functions: - Communicating all Troupe requests to Program Coordinator on an ongoing basis. - Appropriate requests to communicate may include scheduling changes, budgetary expenditures, clarifications on program guidelines and regulations, creative ideas with impact on performance of logistic, unusual meetings to discuss specific ideas or issues. - Assisting Program Coordinator in creating agendas for routine and special production meetings. - Creating agendas for and conducting routine production meetings in the absence of Program Coordinator. - Ensuring a reasonable supple of all materials and supplies required for day-today touring and travel. - Ensuring that time schedules are met routinely, at schools, in rehearsal and at special events. - Acting as representative of the Educational Theatre Program in the absence of Program Coordinator. - Assisting Program Coordinator in matters of production logistics (shopping, inventories, setting call times, etc.) as assigned. - If assigned by Program Coordinator, acting as liaison between the school and the program (i.e., greet principal or representative, confirm logistics upon arrival at school, etc.). - Assisting in and supervising of maintenance, repair and proper care of all equipment on a routine basis. - Completing paperwork, logs, reports, and/or files as appropriate. - Assigning tasks to troupe members toward the accomplishment of any of the above as required, except where specific responsibility is assigned by Program Coordinator to Road Manager. - At the request of Program Coordinator, taking the lead in special appearances or projects as Project leader. - This may include making logistical arrangements as needed, recruiting or assigning participation of troupe members, ensuring a quality product through proper preparation, ad rearranging troupe schedules as required with the permission of Program Coordinator. - Actively assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and requesting and sharing audience feedback. - Participating in health education training and peer counseling to serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Health education training and experience preferred. - Related experience in program planning and coordination, public relations, theatrical production, community outreach and collaboration preferred. - High school, acting training. - A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in theatre, education, public relations marketing, community health, or a related field. - Formal, advanced level acting training and touring theatre experience, technical production, or stage management skills preferred. - A valid California Driver's license or reliable transportation is required. - Certificate in drama or related field from an accredited institution is preferred. - Bilingual Spanish, Cantonese, or Tagalog preferred. - Desire to work full-time, term position w/ community services health education theatre programs. - Commitment to work w/ ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old. - Ability to learn and perform a variety of performer or production staff roles, and ability and willingness to participate in an ensemble process. - Background and training in theater performances is essential. - Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of program. - Ability to work w/ and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds, and social climates, in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message. - Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment. - Ability and willingness to be excellent role model for making health choices. - Re-hire may be dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned parts appropriately. - Project management, time management, and organizational skills. - Interpersonal and team work skills. - Ability to think on one's feet. - Ability to maintain high productivity amidst completing priorities and tight deadlines. - Familiar w/ MS Office, Lotus Note, FileMaker Pro and internet preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135552CAOakland, CA28736542http://kp.jobs/xml/28736542/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Assistant Production Manager Location: Oakland, CA The Assistant Production Manager job profile encompasses both a Road Manager for Troupe and an Assistant Production Manager for the Company. The position requires a flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings and weekends. The Road Manager's primary responsibility is to ensure smooth operating procedures while on the road. This means he/she has the authority and the responsibility to organize, delegate, and otherwise direct troupe activities as assigned by the Program Coordinator. It is the responsibility of all Performer/Educators to support the Road Manager in his/her duties by responding in a timely manner to requests and assignments that facilitate the technical, artistic, rehearsal, and/or performance, community service and public affairs needs of the program. Personnel, budgetary and regulatory issues should be referred to the Coordinator immediately. The Road Manager has these responsibilities on top of being a Performer/Educator. The Assistant Production Manager for the Company has responsibilities in ALL areas of ETP, with six primary areas of focus: (1) performing, (2) production management and touring support, (3) direction and coordination of shows, (4) community troupe, (5) administration, (6) program coordination and implementation. Essential Functions: - Communicating all Troupe requests to Program Coordinator on an ongoing basis. - Appropriate requests to communicate may include scheduling changes, budgetary expenditures, clarifications on program guidelines and regulations, creative ideas with impact on performance of logistic, unusual meetings to discuss specific ideas or issues. - Assisting Program Coordinator in creating agendas for routine and special production meetings. - Creating agendas for and conducting routine production meetings in the absence of Program Coordinator. - Ensuring a reasonable supple of all materials and supplies required for day-today touring and travel. - Ensuring that time schedules are met routinely, at schools, in rehearsal and at special events. - Acting as representative of the Educational Theatre Program in the absence of Program Coordinator. - Assisting Program Coordinator in matters of production logistics (shopping, inventories, setting call times, etc.) as assigned. - If assigned by Program Coordinator, acting as liaison between the school and the program (i.e., greet principal or representative, confirm logistics upon arrival at school, etc.). - Assisting in and supervising of maintenance, repair and proper care of all equipment on a routine basis. - Completing paperwork, logs, reports, and/or files as appropriate. - Assigning tasks to troupe members toward the accomplishment of any of the above as required, except where specific responsibility is assigned by Program Coordinator to Road Manager. - At the request of Program Coordinator, taking the lead in special appearances or projects as Project leader. - This may include making logistical arrangements as needed, recruiting or assigning participation of troupe members, ensuring a quality product through proper preparation, ad rearranging troupe schedules as required with the permission of Program Coordinator. - Actively assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and requesting and sharing audience feedback. - Participating in health education training and peer counseling to serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Health education training and experience preferred. - Related experience in program planning and coordination, public relations, theatrical production, community outreach and collaboration preferred. - High school, acting training. - A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in theatre, education, public relations marketing, community health, or a related field. - Formal, advanced level acting training and touring theatre experience, technical production, or stage management skills preferred. - A valid California Driver's license or reliable transportation is required. - Certificate in drama or related field from an accredited institution is preferred. - Bilingual Spanish, Cantonese, or Tagalog preferred. - Desire to work full-time, term position w/ community services health education theatre programs. - Commitment to work w/ ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old. - Ability to learn and perform a variety of performer or production staff roles, and ability and willingness to participate in an ensemble process. - Background and training in theater performances is essential. - Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of program. - Ability to work w/ and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds, and social climates, in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message. - Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment. - Ability and willingness to be excellent role model for making health choices. - Re-hire may be dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned parts appropriately. - Project management, time management, and organizational skills. - Interpersonal and team work skills. - Ability to think on one's feet. - Ability to maintain high productivity amidst completing priorities and tight deadlines. - Familiar w/ MS Office, Lotus Note, FileMaker Pro and internet preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135555CAOakland, CA28736543http://kp.jobs/xml/28736543/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Assistant Production Manager Location: Oakland, CA The Assistant Production Manager job profile encompasses both a Road Manager for Troupe and an Assistant Production Manager for the Company. The position requires a flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings and weekends. The Road Manager's primary responsibility is to ensure smooth operating procedures while on the road. This means he/she has the authority and the responsibility to organize, delegate, and otherwise direct troupe activities as assigned by the Program Coordinator. It is the responsibility of all Performer/Educators to support the Road Manager in his/her duties by responding in a timely manner to requests and assignments that facilitate the technical, artistic, rehearsal, and/or performance, community service and public affairs needs of the program. Personnel, budgetary and regulatory issues should be referred to the Coordinator immediately. The Road Manager has these responsibilities on top of being a Performer/Educator. The Assistant Production Manager for the Company has responsibilities in ALL areas of ETP, with six primary areas of focus: (1) performing, (2) production management and touring support, (3) direction and coordination of shows, (4) community troupe, (5) administration, (6) program coordination and implementation. Essential Functions: - Communicating all Troupe requests to Program Coordinator on an ongoing basis. - Appropriate requests to communicate may include scheduling changes, budgetary expenditures, clarifications on program guidelines and regulations, creative ideas with impact on performance of logistic, unusual meetings to discuss specific ideas or issues. - Assisting Program Coordinator in creating agendas for routine and special production meetings. - Creating agendas for and conducting routine production meetings in the absence of Program Coordinator. - Ensuring a reasonable supple of all materials and supplies required for day-today touring and travel. - Ensuring that time schedules are met routinely, at schools, in rehearsal and at special events. - Acting as representative of the Educational Theatre Program in the absence of Program Coordinator. - Assisting Program Coordinator in matters of production logistics (shopping, inventories, setting call times, etc.) as assigned. - If assigned by Program Coordinator, acting as liaison between the school and the program (i.e., greet principal or representative, confirm logistics upon arrival at school, etc.). - Assisting in and supervising of maintenance, repair and proper care of all equipment on a routine basis. - Completing paperwork, logs, reports, and/or files as appropriate. - Assigning tasks to troupe members toward the accomplishment of any of the above as required, except where specific responsibility is assigned by Program Coordinator to Road Manager. - At the request of Program Coordinator, taking the lead in special appearances or projects as Project leader. - This may include making logistical arrangements as needed, recruiting or assigning participation of troupe members, ensuring a quality product through proper preparation, ad rearranging troupe schedules as required with the permission of Program Coordinator. - Actively assist with evaluation of program effectiveness by gauging level of audience responsiveness and requesting and sharing audience feedback. - Participating in health education training and peer counseling to serve as a peer educator and role model for students at all times. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Health education training and experience preferred. - Related experience in program planning and coordination, public relations, theatrical production, community outreach and collaboration preferred. - High school, acting training. - A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in theatre, education, public relations marketing, community health, or a related field. - Formal, advanced level acting training and touring theatre experience, technical production, or stage management skills preferred. - A valid California Driver's license or reliable transportation is required. - Certificate in drama or related field from an accredited institution is preferred. - Bilingual Spanish, Cantonese, or Tagalog preferred. - Desire to work full-time, term position w/ community services health education theatre programs. - Commitment to work w/ ages five (5) to eighteen (18) years old. - Ability to learn and perform a variety of performer or production staff roles, and ability and willingness to participate in an ensemble process. - Background and training in theater performances is essential. - Ability and desire to play characters between 12 and 18 years old for 'Peer Education' component of program. - Ability to work w/ and perform for audiences of different ages, different socioeconomic backgrounds, and social climates, in a manner that captures audience's attention and interest and most effectively communicates health education message. - Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment. - Ability and willingness to be excellent role model for making health choices. - Re-hire may be dependent upon continued ability to look and act the assigned parts appropriately. - Project management, time management, and organizational skills. - Interpersonal and team work skills. - Ability to think on one's feet. - Ability to maintain high productivity amidst completing priorities and tight deadlines. - Familiar w/ MS Office, Lotus Note, FileMaker Pro and internet preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135556CAOakland, CA28736544http://kp.jobs/xml/28736544/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Assistant Department Manager [ANM - 0202-648] Location: Sacramento, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135580CASacramento, CA28736545http://kp.jobs/xml/28736545/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Educational Theater Production Supervisor Location: Oakland, CA Oversees the Educational Theatre's touring activities including performances, school trainings, classroom workshops and community events. Builds community partnerships and manages materials aimed at educating and promoting preventive health care to students and families. Essential Functions: - Supervise Assistant Production Managers. - Train and mentor new staff. - Manages safety and adherence to procedures at touring events including fire regulations, and school and Kaiser Permanente policies. - Researches and purchases items for touring events. - Maintains inventory of items to ensure availability when needed. - Coordinates special projects including but not limited to annual auditions, premieres of new programs and community events. - May include performance in theatrical programs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience in all aspects of professional theatre performance tours. - HS diploma or GED required. - BA/BS preferred. - Must be detail oriented. - Demonstrated ability to multi-task. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Valid California driver's license.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135581CAOakland, CA28736547http://kp.jobs/xml/28736547/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Educational Theater Production Supervisor Location: Oakland, CA Oversees the Educational Theatre's touring activities including performances, school trainings, classroom workshops and community events. Builds community partnerships and manages materials aimed at educating and promoting preventive health care to students and families. Essential Functions: - Supervise Assistant Production Managers. - Train and mentor new staff. - Manages safety and adherence to procedures at touring events including fire regulations, and school and Kaiser Permanente policies. - Researches and purchases items for touring events. - Maintains inventory of items to ensure availability when needed. - Coordinates special projects including but not limited to annual auditions, premieres of new programs and community events. - May include performance in theatrical programs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience in all aspects of professional theatre performance tours. - HS diploma or GED required. - BA/BS preferred. - Must be detail oriented. - Demonstrated ability to multi-task. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Valid California driver's license.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135582CAOakland, CA28736546http://kp.jobs/xml/28736546/jobUSASacramentoTitle: QA Utilization Coordinator [QARN_042512s] Location: Sacramento, CA Coordinates quality, utilization and risk management activities for the medical center; provides technical, educational, consultative, and coordinating support to assigned areas. Essential Functions: - Assists in the coordination of the quality management/utilization management department activities with other medical center departments. - Acts as a consultant for appropriate departments on quality management, utilization management and risk management activities. - Assists with quality management studies through data collection, data input and report development. - Provides objective assessment of important aspects of patient care through ongoing chart review with pre-established criteria. - Reports all occurrences which may lead to medical center liability and follows up as necessary. - Facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration for development of patient care paths. - Reviews hospital admissions and extended stays for specific hospital departments. - Serves as a member of the QM and/or UM Committees as needed. - Attends and/or participates in committee meetings as needed. - Assists in orientation and training of peers; in formulating and evaluating policies and procedures. - Performs special projects as assigned, such as statistical reports for state, federal, and local agencies. - Assists the director of quality and utilization management for QM and UM in the formulation of department goals and objectives. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3) years of experience in acute care nursing as a RN. - Minimum one (1) year of experience in quality management with demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, statistical analysis, accreditation and licensing processes. - Supervisory experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field or equivalent work experience. - Must have a current RN license in California. - Valid CA driver's license with personal means of transportation preferred. - Strong problem solving, project management, group facilitation and teamwork skills. - Demonstrated ability to assess or evaluate patient medical records as it relates to quality of care and systems analysis. - Current working knowledge of The Joint Commission, NCQA and Title 22 standards/regulations. - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theories. - Must be PC literate, Microsoft Office applications preferred.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135583CASacramento, CA28736548http://kp.jobs/xml/28736548/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Manager III Behavioral Health Location: Oakland, CA Large scale oversight for programs and staff within a large medical center or across a service area, with both administrative and client caseload responsibilities. Essential Functions: - Responsible for budget planning/development/monitoring. - Various managerial levels report into this position; responsible for all managerial functions for direct reports and ultimate responsibility for all personnel management within unit. - Large scale oversight for programs and staff within a large medical center or across a service area. - Responsible for multiple programs at multi-sites across department. - Accountable for access outcomes; allocation of resources; handles member concerns and grievances. - Represents the department at a Regional level; may have a regional role such as Chair of Chiefs Groups. Secondary Functions: - Large scale oversight for programs and staff within OAK General Adult services. - Represents the Adult Services and department at Regional meetings. - Leadership of a large, diverse psychotherapist staff in the Adult Services of the Oakland Department of Psychiatry, organizing and facilitating meetings; developing an annual report for the Department; managing information technology and data; developing and managing personnel and compensation policy; supervising the performance of psychotherapy staff and conducting progressive discipline where appropriate; coordinating services with other administrators; and completing other administrative work under the direction of the Department's Chief. - The successful applicant will have primary responsibility for evaluating the performance of psychotherapy staff and behavior health managers within Adult Services and provide administrative support to other managers in the Department, including the Service Director. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous management experience. - Bachelor's in nursing, social work or other health related field. - Master's degree in nursing, social work, psychology, or Ph.D./Psy.D in psychology from an accredited university or professional school preferred. - Current valid license as a Psychologist or Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of California, or Advanced Practitioner RN. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Knowledge of social services agencies, state regulations and APA standards as they relate to client treatment, patient rights and client/patient confidentiality, and other ethical issues. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - A minimum of two years tenure in a managerial role in Psychiatry or related field. - Position entails clinical and administrative responsibilities. - Strategic leadership and planning skills a must. - High levels of clinical competence in evaluating, diagnosing, planning and carrying out treatment for Adult patients are required. - In addition, position entails leadership of a large, diverse mental health program, including organizing and facilitating meetings, participating on Service and Departmental Administrative teams, developing an annual report for the Department, managing information technology and data, developing and managing personnel and operational policy, supervising the performance of psychotherapists and responsibility for conducting performance evaluations for therapists and behavior health managers on the Adult Service. - Administrative support for the Sub-Chief of the service and the Service Director in the Department. - Oversight of the hiring and orientation of new psychotherapists and liaison with hospital Credentials and Privileges committee. - Representation of the Adult Service psychotherapy staff to medical center administration and medical staff. - The successful applicant will work with the Chief of Psychiatry, Sub-Chief of OAK Adult Services, Service Director and Service Manager as lead Behavior Health Manager of the Adult Service to insure maintenance of high-quality mental health services and operations. Schedule: Some evening and on-call work involved2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135624CAOakland, CA28736550http://kp.jobs/xml/28736550/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Site Director Home Health Hospice Location: Oakland, CA Manages daily operations of the 24-hour Home Health/Hospice agencies providing patient care services. Ensures staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Develops and maintains clinical standards of care and practice; responsible for all resource budgeting, selection and development. Monitors quality of services/care, utilization standards; and monitors outside contracts. Essential Functions: - Manages the 24/7 home health/ hospice agency, providing patient care services. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures, which support the organization's goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Ensures assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements. - Establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members and internal client expectations. - Oversees and develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. Monitors allocation and utilization of staff. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development. - Resource to staff as clinical expert. - Schedules and assigns staff, registry staff, and volunteers for home health and/or hospice visits. - Monitors quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment and cost effective utilization of services. - Develops and monitors budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. - Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Ensures patient receive quality care by reviewing documentation, making visits with staff, reviewing care plans, conducting/participating in multidisciplinary team conferences, and reviewing patient satisfaction reports. - Assists in developing, implementing, and maintain the departments quality assurance and utilization management programs. - Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. Performs needs assessments and arranges for outside contractual services for teams. - Serves as a resource for contract services, monitors their quality of service, their compliance with care plan, and costs. - Works with outside providers to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Works with health care providers outside of unit to coordinate interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization management. - Researches, identifies and implements best practice models of other units. - Oversees data analysis. - Provides clinical and regulatory expertise in the review of denial supporting documentation and notification. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive experience in home health and/or hospice and in management/leadership roles required (usually five (5) years). - Previous nursing experience in acute care setting (usually two (2) years). - Previous supervisory experience required (usually four (4) years). - Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field or equivalent experience. - Must have a current RN license in California. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135660CAOakland, CA28736549http://kp.jobs/xml/28736549/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Department Manager - PACU -Oakland Camput(5) Location: Oakland, CA Manages 24-hour departments providing patient care services. Ensures staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical standards of care and practice; responsible for all resource budgeting, selection and development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of 24-hour departments that may be at multiple locations. - Ensures Assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements. - Establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members and internal clients' expectations. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops and monitors budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. - Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Ensures on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organizations goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Oversees and develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive nursing experience in both patient care and management/leadership roles required (usually five (5) years). - Previous supervisory experience required (usually four (4) years). - BSN or BA in a health care related field strongly preferred. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certificate required. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-16 18:37:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135760CAOakland, CA28736551http://kp.jobs/xml/28736551/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Manager Community and Government Relations Location: Oakland, CA Manage and construct a Community and Government Relations program, which addresses and complements changes in KP's business practices that may impact our image and social mission in the community. Develop and foster a strong governmental, political and community network. Manages project teams and/or department staff. Enhances KP's reputation and encourages an environment of public support through a strategic community and government relations program that demonstrates Kaiser Permanente's commitment to our social mission and enhances our relationships with key government, business and community opinion leaders. This is the fourth in a series of four positions dedicated to a strategic community and government relations program that demonstrates Kaiser Permanente's commitment to our social mission and enhances our relationships with key government, business and community opinion leaders. At this level, the employee develops, leads and executes programs of complex and diverse scope requiring in-depth analysis of various factors. Programs implemented are broad in scope with multiple stakeholders and requirements. Programs involve multiple functional areas and include coordination and support across the area, Region and Program Offices. Employee works with minimal supervision and exercises judgment within broadly defined policies in developing and implementing strategies for results. Essential Functions: - Works in conjunction w/ the regional government relations and community relations departments to help assure a coordinated area, regional, statewide, and national government and community relations program. - Identifies and clarifies public issues that affect the organization. - Provide political and governmental expertise to Area Leadership and Region Government Relations. - Maintains high level of knowledge on local governmental process, ballot and election issues, competitive threats, and governmental political climate. - Obtains consensus from management and implement approach or position. - Manages multi-disciplinary project teams including selecting participants, determining goals and priorities, and evaluating performance. - Manages work of outside consultants as needed. - Oversees the collecting and evaluation of quantitative and qualitative data. - Synthesizes analyses and identifies key findings. Formulates implementation plans and evaluates effectiveness of actions/programs implemented. - Develops and manages a community relations infrastructure that supports KP's vision of good corporate citizenship. - Represents KP's interest externally through appropriate liaisons w/ legislative, regulatory and industry contacts. - Cultivates collaborative partnerships w/ Area managers. - Identifies and resolves issues w/ Area management to ensure successful performance toward region-wide CGR strategies. - Provides expert consultation and technical assistance regarding CGR initiatives in the region. - Supports the strategic and active involvement of KP physicians, executives, and employees in community organizations and activities and also in programs that support the government relations agenda. - Position may require travel throughout the Northern California region. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive experience (ten (10) plus years) in progressively responsible community and government relations, public policy, or communications including having overall responsibility for major, high profile projects. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in communications, health care administration, or other relevant field. - Master's preferred. - Significant w/ governmental and non-governmental organizations that impacts public policy. - Knowledge of governmental bodies and community-based organizations that impact the organization. - Expert interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. - Strong organizational, analysis, and problem solving skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135493CAOakland, CA28736530http://kp.jobs/xml/28736530/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Coordinator Care Service Director Location: San Francisco, CA Directs, plans, organizes, evaluates and coordinates operations of the Utilization/ Resource Mgmt Department focused on the achievement of satisfactory patient outcomes and has overall responsibility for the coordination of care services provided by the hospital. The position carries 24/7 operational responsibility. Provides oversight of the utilization mgmt functions within the organization as directed by its policies and procedures and are aligned w/ federal, state and local regulations. Coordinates w/ TPMG and appropriate hospital staff to provide for the seamless transition of patients across the continuum of care. Represents Health Plan for Hospital operations. Essential Functions: - Directs, organizes, plans and coordinates the utilization/ resource mgmt and social services process assuring that the organizational goals and objectives for KFH/P are met. - Directs development and implementation of quality and utilization standards across the hospital to ensure coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused delivery of services, and cost effective utilization of necessary services. - Ensures compliance w/ administrative, legal and regulatory requirements of the Health Plan contract and governmental and accrediting agencies. - Oversees the development of department standards as identified by regulatory agencies, including The Joint Commission, NCQA, CMS, DHS, DPHS, and DMHC. - Maintains a state of continuous regulatory readiness. - Maintains oversight of the concurrent and retrospective inpatient reviews and appeal process. - Collaborates w/ other Service Directors in identifying and implementing innovative models and best practices. - Develops services that achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. - Utilizes research data to implement clinical changes and the delivery of patient care and member services. - Evaluates processes and makes recommendations to improve resource mgmt systems and patient care outcomes. - Participates in Executive Team's strategic planning forums. - Utilizes data to support quality patient outcomes and presents to Executive Team ongoing and reliable information about the treatment and patient flow throughout all levels of care and providing expertise in utilization mgmt, regulatory compliance and coordination of care. - Directs through managers all activities within the Resource Mgmt department including Social Services. - Responsible for efficient utilization of resources and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policies and procedures which support and meet the organization's goals and business objectives. - Manages and resolves human resource, labor relations, employee, and department safety and risk mgmt issues. - Participates in region wide peer group and leadership activities to drive consistency of operations and performance improvement. - Develops and manages systems and relationships w/ outside vendors and contract and quality oversight w/ external vendors. - Develops budget and resource allocations for areas of responsibility. - Manages the financial performance and identifies and implements appropriate strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care and services. - Focuses on prevention/intervention and identification if issues/problems prior to their impact on operations and patient care. - Assumes other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) years of experience in patient care. - Five (5) years of progressive management experience. - BSN or BA in health care related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS required. - Demonstrated knowledge of Knox, Keene Act, Federal HMO Act, Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and all other local, state, and federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-16 18:37:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135501CASan Francisco, CA28736529http://kp.jobs/xml/28736529/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Continuing Care Utility Review Coordinator RN Location: San Francisco, CA Conducts utilization review for in-house patients and those members at contracted facilities. Assists in the discharge planning process. Essential Functions: - Conducts utilization review for in-house patients and/or members who have been admitted to contracted facilities. - Conducts clinical reviews based on established treatment criteria. - Reviews utilization patterns and identifies trends and problems areas for special studies. - Assists other health care providers in the discharge planning process and triaging on alternative unit of care. - Assists in collecting and assimilating clinical data to enhance the quality of services. - Generates quality improvement results. - Collaborates with physicians on clinical reviews, keeps them appraised of Kaiser clinical criteria. - Reports and investigates unusual occurrences and questions inappropriate decisions based on their professional expertise. - Interviews patients/caregivers regarding care after hospitalization. - Counsels on Medicare and health care plan coverage. - Coordinates referrals to appropriate agencies/facilities. Secondary Functions: - Conducts clinical reviews based on established treatment criteria for members admitted to contracted facilities. - Collaborates with physicians on plans for clinical reviews, keeps them appraised of Kaiser clinical criteria. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in an inpatient setting (usually two (2) years). - Previous experience utilization experience required (usually one (1) year). - Bachelors degree, or equivalent experience, in nursing or a health related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license. - Clinical expert in area of review preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of diagnostic codes. Preferred Qualifications: - Education: Fifteen (15) C.E. credits (CEU) in area of clinical specialty in past 12 months. - Current BLS provider status. - Experience in utilization or DC planning highly desirable.2012-05-16 18:37:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135518CASan Francisco, CA28736531http://kp.jobs/xml/28736531/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Assistant Department Manager -Ortho/Spine Weekend Shift (Vac #312) Location: Oakland, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-16 18:37:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135527CAOakland, CA28736532http://kp.jobs/xml/28736532/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Assistant Department Manager-Otho/Spine Unit Weekend (Vac #313) Location: Oakland, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-16 18:37:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135530CAOakland, CA28736533http://kp.jobs/xml/28736533/jobUSABerkeleyTitle: Senior Materials Cost Specialist (BRK) Location: Berkeley, CA Functioning more independently than the journey level Materials Cost Specialist, assists with the management of non-perioperative materials cost containment. Maintains the inventory control system and database. Ensures compliance with Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) agreements. Responsible for contributing to achieving all Service Area and National Contracting and Purchasing (NCAP) cost savings goals. Works with the local Labor Management Partnership representative to identify and achieve cost savings and implement safety products. Essential Functions: - Takes a lead role in the development and maintenance of a non-perioperative materials purchasing strategy that is consistent with the overall national sourcing strategy to ensure KP receives the best value for dollars spent on products and services. - Supports Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) agreements and NCAP goals including: Transacts contracts through the appropriate purchasing channels (e Procurement or TIMS/MMS). - Conducts trend analysis and compliance monitoring. - Recommends changes, additions and deletions to contracts. - Provides contract implementation support to the Product Support Team. Advises and alerts NCAP and GPO of new services that will require new products and, thus, new contracts. - Insures that all Internal Audit Controls are followed and identifies and implements. - Product Utilization savings projects. Analyzes and organizes key information necessary for the Materials Manager to build the annual budget. - Conducts research into and recommends corrective action to supply cost variances. - Maintains the inventory control system and database, with responsibility for the daily management of information systems processing requirements for administering supplies, equipment and services transactions and requests. - Proactively works with the Local Product Councils and the Labor Management Partnership to comply with national standards, to trend spend and to meet budgets, and to identify cost savings opportunities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum five (5) years of experience in a combination of purchasing, contracting, material management or other related areas, including previous experience with material management systems and control of an inventory of $5m to $10m. - Experience in a health care environment preferred. - Experience working in a union environment preferred. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in business administration, finance, material management, economics or a related field. - Professional certification such as a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) preferred. - Proficient in a variety of software applications with the ability to develop complex spreadsheets and write business communications. - Significant knowledge of products/services and their market environment within the scope of Kaiser Permanente's procurement and logistics programs preferred.2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135428CABerkeley, CA28736519http://kp.jobs/xml/28736519/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Senior Case Manager - Pleasanton Location: Pleasanton, CA Responsible for handling the review process for grievances, appeals, or denials including investigating, preparing and presenting appropriate materials for review. Resolves member concerns in partnership with internal and external departments while ensuring compliance with regulatory rules and timeframes within mandated timeframes and compliance. Essential Functions: - Participates in handling the grievances, appeals/denials process. - Ensures appeals are processed in accordance with regulations, compliance standards and policies and procedures. - Meets timeframes for performance while balancing the need to produce high quality work related to complex and sensitive member issues. - Investigates all issues, including collection of appropriate data, preparation and presentation of documents to decision makers. - Informs members or their authorized representatives, physicians and other stakeholders of Health Plan's determinations. - Collaborates with internal staff, other MS Departments, managers and physicians to seek resolution on issues and cases affecting member while ensuring compliance, documentation and enhancing members' experience. - Ensures integrity of departmental database by thorough, timely and accurate entry. - Mentors others in preparation for positions of increased responsibility. - Participates in departmental meetings, trainings and audits as requested. - Answer questions and manages members on existing/open cases. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelors' degree or a minimum of four (4) years equivalent experience in a complex HMO or customer service setting. - Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrated ability to compose high quality, detailed written communication. - Ability to identify issues, gather and assess information. - Ability to prioritize work and ensure all compliance elements are met. - Demonstrated conflict resolution and mediation skills with ability to secure action from multiple stakeholders. - Ability to use sound judgment and to handle complex issues independently, but with the knowledge and ability to escalate and ask for help when needed. - Ability to multitask and manage time in order to perform well on long term projects while being flexible enough to assimilate short term projects on an ongoing basis. - Ability to work with peers in self managed teams. - Knowledge of member grievance and appeals processing preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135440CAPleasanton, CA28736520http://kp.jobs/xml/28736520/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Case Manager Location: Pleasanton, CA Position located within Correspondence center, reporting to Correspondence Center Team Lead or to Correspondence Center Assistant Director. Responsible for handling member concerns through research and communication with involved department / member. Partner with internal and external departments and staff to achieve resolution for member concerns. Manage database for cases. Responsible for timely case resolution and maintaining compliance. Essential Functions: - Participate in managing the organization's complaint and grievance process. - Accountable for investigation of all issues, including collection and documentation of appropriate data. - Identify and address specialty/ flagged cases and follow appropriate processes for different types of cases. - Communicate with a diverse set of internal and external clientele to achieve excellent results in the areas of complaint and grievance handling, compliance, documentation and enhancement of the member experience. - Partner with and outreach to internal staff, other MS Departments, managers and physicians to resolve issues as quickly as quickly as possible. - Research, resolve and communicate complaints and grievances filed by members and communicate Health Plan's decisions appropriately back to member or their authorized representatives. - Ensure that complaints and grievances are processed in accordance with regulations, compliance standards and policies and procedures. - Meet timeframes for performance while balancing the need to produce high quality work related to complex and sensitive member issues. - Ensure integrity of departmental database by thorough, timely and accurate entry, consistent with regulatory protocols and effectively manage case resolution inbox every day. - Participate in departmental meetings, trainings and audits as requested. - Answer questions and manage members on existing/ open cases Escalate issues to management as appropriate to maintain compliance. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience in a service related industry. - Two (2) years of experience in a complex health care environment, preferred. - Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience. - Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to work with peers in self-managed teams. - Ability to prioritize work and ensure all compliance elements are met. - Demonstrated conflict resolution and mediation skills with ability to secure action from multiple stakeholders. - Ability to use sound judgment and to handle complex issues independently, but with the knowledge and ability to escalate and ask for help when needed. - Demonstrated ability to work in a time-sensitive environment involving patients, family members and advocates. - Extensive working knowledge of personal computers to include Windows based software applications, MS Word, etc. (added). - Ability to multitask and manage time in order to perform well on long term projects while being flexible enough to assimilate short term projects on an ongoing basis. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment - Strong working knowledge of federal and state regulations, laws and accreditation standards related to health care and managed care organizations, preferred. - Knowledge of member complaint and grievance processing preferred. - Competent working knowledge of KP Health Plan benefits plan/contracts/systems strongly preferred.2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135442CAPleasanton, CA28736521http://kp.jobs/xml/28736521/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Senior Case Manager - Pleasanton Location: Pleasanton, CA Responsible for handling the review process for grievances, appeals, or denials including investigating, preparing and presenting appropriate materials for review. Resolves member concerns in partnership with internal and external departments while ensuring compliance with regulatory rules and timeframes within mandated timeframes and compliance. Essential Functions: - Participates in handling the grievances, appeals/denials process. - Ensures appeals are processed in accordance with regulations, compliance standards and policies and procedures. - Meets timeframes for performance while balancing the need to produce high quality work related to complex and sensitive member issues. - Investigates all issues, including collection of appropriate data, preparation and presentation of documents to decision makers. - Informs members or their authorized representatives, physicians and other stakeholders of Health Plan's determinations. - Collaborates with internal staff, other MS Departments, managers and physicians to seek resolution on issues and cases affecting member while ensuring compliance, documentation and enhancing members' experience. - Ensures integrity of departmental database by thorough, timely and accurate entry. - Mentors others in preparation for positions of increased responsibility. - Participates in departmental meetings, trainings and audits as requested. - Answer questions and manages members on existing/open cases. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelors' degree or a minimum of four (4) years equivalent experience in a complex HMO or customer service setting. - Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrated ability to compose high quality, detailed written communication. - Ability to identify issues, gather and assess information. - Ability to prioritize work and ensure all compliance elements are met. - Demonstrated conflict resolution and mediation skills with ability to secure action from multiple stakeholders. - Ability to use sound judgment and to handle complex issues independently, but with the knowledge and ability to escalate and ask for help when needed. - Ability to multitask and manage time in order to perform well on long term projects while being flexible enough to assimilate short term projects on an ongoing basis. - Ability to work with peers in self managed teams. - Knowledge of member grievance and appeals processing preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135447CAPleasanton, CA28736522http://kp.jobs/xml/28736522/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Team Lead Correspondence Center Location: Roseville, CA Position(s) located w/in the Correspondence Center(s). Responsible for providing supervision, advice & counsel to Senior Case Managers & Case Managers for Medicare or Commercial grievance and/or appeals to ensure accuracy, timeliness, quality of work, & compliance w/ all applicable regulatory agency guidelines & directives, & w/ policies & procedures. Works in conjunction w/ Assistant Director & key stakeholders in support of grievance & appeal case management, including committee reports, self-audits & other ad-hoc reports. Essential Functions: - Under direction of the Member Services Assistant Director, participates in the management of the organization's Grievance, Appeal & Independent External Review process. - Includes investigation of all appeals & collection of appropriate data. - Works directly w/ Case Managers, Senior Case Managers, UM, SNF, Member Services, HPRS & other clinical & administrative leadership to investigate & facilitate resolution of complex & high profile member requests & appeals. - Contributes significantly and/or provides technical leadership to high visibility projects to identify & resolve issues of strategic importance to the Member Services organization. - Interfaces regularly w/ senior management to produce timely & valuable results. - Provides advice & counsel to Senior Case Managers & Case Managers for Medicare or Commercial grievance and/or appeals. - Responds to members, physicians & authorized representatives regarding the Health Plan's determination. - Collaborates w/ clinical & administrative staff w/in the Plan (Northern & Southern California Regional offices & Local Facilities) to investigate complex & highly visible and/or sensitive member requests & appeals. - Maintains current knowledge of regulatory & policy changes affecting Medicare & Commercial patients. - Works closely w/ Utilization Management (UM), Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Durable Medical Equipment (DME), Benefits, & other internal staff & entities to investigate member requests & appeals. - Identifies trends & makes recommendations for process/system improvements. - Prepares appeals for external independent medical review & other state & federal governments. - Ensures appeals are processed in accordance w/ regulations, compliance standards, policies & procedures. - Meets timeframes for performance while balancing the need to produce high quality work related to complex & sensitive member issues, including documentation. - Mentors & serves as a consultant to Area Health Plan staff & other local & divisional entities requiring expertise & advice regarding compliance to regulatory requirements or problem solving. - Participates in departmental meetings, training & unit self-audits, as requested. - Acts as a liaison, problem-solver, & negotiator to achieve resolution on member requests & appeals. - Produces or oversees development of written materials for various peer groups & high-level audiences. - Plans & facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various high-level audiences. - Assists, as needed, in planning & coordinating w/ other ongoing teams & projects to maximize effectiveness. - Participates in the development & management of the department. - Involves coaching, recruiting, & conducting performance reviews for analysts, administrative staff, & other departmental activities. - Supervises Case Managers. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Supervisory experience preferred. - Experience related to regulatory compliance in healthcare or related field preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business administration, nursing, economics, health care administration, operations research, public health administration, and/or other related field. - Master's degree desirable. - Personal transportation required for local Service Area travel. - Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication and presentation skills. - Knowledge of member complaints, grievances and appeals processing required. - Strong analytical skills. - Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based, collaborative environment. - Demonstrated ability to work independently and develop creative solutions to ongoing issues/challenges. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multidisciplinary perspectives. - Proficient in conflict resolution, group interaction and team building. - Ability to work with peers in self-managed teams to meet deadlines. Independent decision making ability and high-level assessment and negotiation skills required. - Demonstrated conflict resolution and mediation skills with ability to secure action from persons outside their supervision. - Ability to use sound judgment and to handle potentially charged issues independently but with the knowledge and ability to escalate and ask for help when needed. - Ability to multi-task and manage time in order to perform well on long-term projects while being flexible enough to assimilate short term projects on an ongoing basis. - Demonstrated ability to work calmly in stressful environment involving patients, family members, and advocates. - May require some travel to the Service Areas and/or Regional offices in California. - Strong computer skills in Microsoft systems, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with knowledge of database systems preferred. - Demonstrated ability in handling a high case load of complex issues preferred. - Competent working knowledge of Kaiser Permanente Health Plan benefit plan/contracts/systems strongly preferred. - Working knowledge or experience with audit techniques, concepts and standards. - Must be able to work in a labor/management partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135450CARoseville, CA28736523http://kp.jobs/xml/28736523/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Project Manager III **Temporary** Location: Redwood City, CA Under general direction, provides leadership to two or more Project Managers. Ensures strategic directions of projects are in line with organizational business plan. Ensures various project teams provide high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise. May also manage a team committed to achieving specified goals of a highly visible, complex and multi-faceted project. This is the third job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At this level, the Project Manager is responsible for providing leadership to lower level Project Managers. This position works on problems of complex and diverse scope where analysis of data requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within broadly defined policies in developing methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership to two (2) or more Project Managers. - Facilitates resolution of major problems encountered by Project Managers. - Works with senior management to negotiate major revisions in time commitment and resource allocation. - Ensures strategic direction of projects are in line with organizational business plan. - Provides general oversight, leadership and technical direction. - Provides leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver and facilitator. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of projects. - Coaches and mentors Project Managers; motivates them to maintain a consistent level of excellence in project management and outcomes. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Secondary Functions: - Primary project work will be in HR Training and Education and Labor Relations. - Complex coordination of hospital and Medical Office services with orientation and training for succcessful transition to new facility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) plus years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, health care administration, operations research, public health administration or other related field or equivalent work experience. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Proven ability to determine key business issues and develop effective action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Excellent leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Healthcare experience. - Project Management Certification. - Experience in Education and Training and/or Labor Relations. Note: This is a Temporary position for up to 3 years and is benefited.2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135480CARedwood City, CA28736525http://kp.jobs/xml/28736525/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Patient Care Coordinator Case Manager, (Temporary) Location: Hayward, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Preferred Qualifications: - Computer literacy is required. - Computer testing may be required Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 hours per week. Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 8:00am to 4:30pm. Working frequent weekends will be required. Hours and days may change base on the needs of department and/or hospital operations. Expected length of employment: up to nine (9) months. This is a Non-Benefitted position.2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135478CAHayward, CA28736524http://kp.jobs/xml/28736524/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Project Manager III **Temporary** Location: Redwood City, CA Under general direction, provides leadership to two or more Project Managers. Ensures strategic directions of projects are in line with organizational business plan. Ensures various project teams provide high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise. May also manage a team committed to achieving specified goals of a highly visible, complex and multi-faceted project. This is the third job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At this level, the Project Manager is responsible for providing leadership to lower level Project Managers. This position works on problems of complex and diverse scope where analysis of data requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within broadly defined policies in developing methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership to two (2) or more Project Managers. - Facilitates resolution of major problems encountered by Project Managers. - Works with senior management to negotiate major revisions in time commitment and resource allocation. - Ensures strategic direction of projects are in line with organizational business plan. - Provides general oversight, leadership and technical direction. - Provides leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver and facilitator. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of projects. - Coaches and mentors Project Managers; motivates them to maintain a consistent level of excellence in project management and outcomes. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Secondary Functions: - Primary project work will be in Finance/Communications/Regulatory. - Complex coordination of hospital and Medical Office services with orientation and training for succcessful transition to new facility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) plus years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, health care administration, operations research, public health administration or other related field or equivalent work experience. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Proven ability to determine key business issues and develop effective action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Excellent leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Healthcare experience. - Project Management Certification. Note: This is a Temporary position for up to 3 years and is benefited.2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135481CARedwood City, CA28736527http://kp.jobs/xml/28736527/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Manager Community Benefit Health Location: Oakland, CA Responsible for the development, implementation, & management of region-wide or locally based Community Benefit strategy, programs, & plans in order to enhance the health of the communities we serve, support Kaiser Permanente's social mission & protect Kaiser Permanente's non-profit status. Responsible for ensuring programs meet legislative & regulatory requirements including compliance w/ SB 697. This is the fourth in a series of four positions dedicated to enhancing the health of our communities through developing & implementing strategies, coordinating resources, & sustaining strategic partnerships. At this level, an employee develops, leads, & executes programs of complex & diverse scope requiring in-depth analysis of various factors. Programs implemented are broad in scope w/ multiple stakeholders & requirements. Programs may involve multiple functional areas or span across geographic areas. Employee works w/ minimal supervision & exercises judgment within broadly defined policies in developing & implementing strategies for results. Essential Functions: - Manages community health programs in Northern California's Community Benefit Program, including philanthropy, in-kind, safety net &/or community health improvement programs at the local &/or regional level - Identifies, & maintains strategic partnerships w/ safety net organizations, including community clinics, their consortia, & their networks; as well as partnerships w/ public hospitals & health systems to enhance the viability of the safety net as well as enhance community health access - Coordinates strategies w/ California Regions, Program Office & across areas for optimum impact, scale, & visibility - Facilitates active participation among KP staff & physicians in community health & community benefit program development & w/ nonprofit health & human service groups - Ensures that programs & activities are in compliance w/ legislative, regulatory & Kaiser Permanente Regional & Program Office policies - Identifies corporate marketing, community relations outreach, & media opportunities to increase visibility of Community Benefits portfolio & programs - Coordinates w/ Public Affairs colleagues including communications, media, & Community/Government relations at the area & regional levels - Communicates to build understanding & support by informing internal & external audiences about Community Benefit/Community Health programs - Manages & builds multi-disciplinary project teams including selecting participants, determining goals & priorities, & evaluating performance - Provides expert consultation & technical assistance regarding Community Benefits/Community Health initiatives in the Region - May recruit & manage work of other Community Benefit/Community Health staff &/or work of outside consultants - May manage local area contributions program, & maintain relationships w/ grantees, including monitoring of grantees' progress, & maintaining complete information on grants & in-kind support to community agencies - May ensure maintenance of comprehensive data tracking system for both financial & in-kind data. (Including complete, accurate inputting & tracking of data) - May be responsible for key deliverables outlined by SB 697, including tri-annual, community needs assessment & community benefit plans by Medical Center for filing w/ government agencies - Position requires travel throughout the Northern California region Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive experience (10 years or more) of progressive experience in planning, development, & administration of health or social services at local community, county or state level programs - At least 5 years experience in developing & supporting collaborative partnerships w/ multiple agencies - Experience w/ oversight of large complicated budget & fiscal management - Grant management experience preferred - Experience in non-profit health or social services agency preferred - Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, public health, social work, public policy, or related field - MA preferred - Ability to manage resources & coordinate across areas & cross functionally - May manage region-wide programs - Ability to develop & execute collaborative arrangements between departments or organizations on behalf of Kaiser Permanente - Participatory style, high energy, & a bias for action, w/ excellent judgment - Excellent written & verbal communication skills - Ability to facilitate groups effectively2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135487CAOakland, CA28736526http://kp.jobs/xml/28736526/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Patient Care Coordinator Case Manager Location: Hayward, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Preferred Qualifications: - Computer literacy is required. - Computer testing may be required Schedule: Full-Time Regular, 40 hours per week. Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 8:00am to 4:30pm. Working frequent weekends will be required. Hours and days may change base on the needs of department and/or hospital operations.2012-05-16 18:37:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135490CAHayward, CA28736528http://kp.jobs/xml/28736528/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Senior Case Manager Location: Roseville, CA Responsible for handling the review process for grievances, appeals, or denials including investigating, preparing and presenting appropriate materials for review. Resolves member concerns in partnership with internal and external departments while ensuring compliance with regulatory rules and timeframes within mandated timeframes and compliance. Essential Functions: - Participates in handling the grievances, appeals/denials process. - Ensures appeals are processed in accordance with regulations, compliance standards and policies and procedures. - Meets timeframes for performance while balancing the need to produce high quality work related to complex and sensitive member issues. - Investigates all issues, including collection of appropriate data, preparation and presentation of documents to decision makers. - Informs members or their authorized representatives, physicians and other stakeholders of Health Plan's determinations. - Collaborates with internal staff, other MS Departments, managers and physicians to seek resolution on issues and cases affecting member while ensuring compliance, documentation and enhancing members' experience. - Ensures integrity of departmental database by thorough, timely and accurate entry. - Mentors others in preparation for positions of increased responsibility. - Participates in departmental meetings, trainings and audits as requested. - Answer questions and manages members on existing/open cases. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelors' degree or a minimum of four (4) years equivalent experience in a complex HMO or customer service setting. - Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrated ability to compose high quality, detailed written communication. - Ability to identify issues, gather and assess information. - Ability to prioritize work and ensure all compliance elements are met. - Demonstrated conflict resolution and mediation skills with ability to secure action from multiple stakeholders. - Ability to use sound judgment and to handle complex issues independently, but with the knowledge and ability to escalate and ask for help when needed. - Ability to multitask and manage time in order to perform well on long term projects while being flexible enough to assimilate short term projects on an ongoing basis. - Ability to work with peers in self managed teams. - Knowledge of member grievance and appeals processing preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135396CARoseville, CA28736516http://kp.jobs/xml/28736516/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Senior Case Manager Location: Roseville, CA Responsible for handling the review process for grievances, appeals, or denials including investigating, preparing and presenting appropriate materials for review. Resolves member concerns in partnership with internal and external departments while ensuring compliance with regulatory rules and timeframes within mandated timeframes and compliance. Essential Functions: - Participates in handling the grievances, appeals/denials process. - Ensures appeals are processed in accordance with regulations, compliance standards and policies and procedures. - Meets timeframes for performance while balancing the need to produce high quality work related to complex and sensitive member issues. - Investigates all issues, including collection of appropriate data, preparation and presentation of documents to decision makers. - Informs members or their authorized representatives, physicians and other stakeholders of Health Plan's determinations. - Collaborates with internal staff, other MS Departments, managers and physicians to seek resolution on issues and cases affecting member while ensuring compliance, documentation and enhancing members' experience. - Ensures integrity of departmental database by thorough, timely and accurate entry. - Mentors others in preparation for positions of increased responsibility. - Participates in departmental meetings, trainings and audits as requested. - Answer questions and manages members on existing/open cases. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelors' degree or a minimum of four (4) years equivalent experience in a complex HMO or customer service setting. - Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrated ability to compose high quality, detailed written communication. - Ability to identify issues, gather and assess information. - Ability to prioritize work and ensure all compliance elements are met. - Demonstrated conflict resolution and mediation skills with ability to secure action from multiple stakeholders. - Ability to use sound judgment and to handle complex issues independently, but with the knowledge and ability to escalate and ask for help when needed. - Ability to multitask and manage time in order to perform well on long term projects while being flexible enough to assimilate short term projects on an ongoing basis. - Ability to work with peers in self managed teams. - Knowledge of member grievance and appeals processing preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135399CARoseville, CA28736515http://kp.jobs/xml/28736515/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Analyst CMIS Location: Oakland, CA This position is responsible for the monthly processing of CMIS data in the Eclipsys/TSI Decision Support System. CMIS database encompasses 17 million encounters annually & 17 Service Areas. Essential Functions: - Must ensure that the general ledger & patient data files are loaded properly each month through monthly validation & reconciliation - Audits the calculation & application of unit costs - Provides quality control by reviewing a complex M204, mainframe, & TSI database to check for unacceptable variances & errors - Coordinates the correction of any & all identified errors - Provides a complete & reconciled database to users on a timely basis each month - Conducts the monthly processing to populate the CMIS regional database w/ financial, clinical, demographic, utilization, & cost data - Conducts database batch processing & coordination - Coordinates the team's correction of any data rejects - Audits & reconciles expenses & utilization as they travel through the Eclipsys/TSI modules - Maintains the Indirect Cost Allocation structure for the entire region - Understands the complexities of the ICA structure - Audits the success of the demographic & clinical data loads - Audits final costing & identifies any data quality issues - Corrects the problem or brings the issue to the appropriate level for correction - Resolves intricate data issues - Serves as a CMIS liaison to & maintains regular contact w/ Partners providing source system data - Meets w/ source system owners to resolve any data feed issues & discuss data feed improvements - Meets w/ IT representatives to resolve any technological issues & discuss technological improvements - Takes direction from Consultants for database improvement - Communicates database status to Service Area consultants - Works w/ CMIS team members to improve CMIS database continually Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous (usually two (2) to three (3) years) relevant work experience - Experience w/ relational databases - Experience in working in a multi-disciplinary team - Project coordination experience preferred - Mainframe experience preferred - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience in information management, finance, accounting or related field - Written & oral communication skills - Good project management & consulting skills - Excellent verbal & written communication skills - Proficient in PC databases, decision support tools, spreadsheets, & word processing - Strong analytic skills - Ability to work independently - Ability to meet deadlines - Attention to detail required - Strong problem solving ability - Ability to multi-task - Ability to determine key business issues & develop effective action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives - Ability to conduct & interpret quantitative & qualitative analyses Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree2012-05-16 18:37:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135412CAOakland, CA28736518http://kp.jobs/xml/28736518/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Analyst CMIS Location: Oakland, CA This position is responsible for the monthly processing of CMIS data in the Eclipsys/TSI Decision Support System. CMIS database encompasses 17 million encounters annually & 17 Service Areas. Essential Functions: - Must ensure that the general ledger & patient data files are loaded properly each month through monthly validation & reconciliation - Audits the calculation & application of unit costs - Provides quality control by reviewing a complex M204, mainframe, & TSI database to check for unacceptable variances & errors - Coordinates the correction of any & all identified errors - Provides a complete & reconciled database to users on a timely basis each month - Conducts the monthly processing to populate the CMIS regional database w/ financial, clinical, demographic, utilization, & cost data - Conducts database batch processing & coordination - Coordinates the team's correction of any data rejects - Audits & reconciles expenses & utilization as they travel through the Eclipsys/TSI modules - Maintains the Indirect Cost Allocation structure for the entire region - Understands the complexities of the ICA structure - Audits the success of the demographic & clinical data loads - Audits final costing & identifies any data quality issues - Corrects the problem or brings the issue to the appropriate level for correction - Resolves intricate data issues - Serves as a CMIS liaison to & maintains regular contact w/ Partners providing source system data - Meets w/ source system owners to resolve any data feed issues & discuss data feed improvements - Meets w/ IT representatives to resolve any technological issues & discuss technological improvements - Takes direction from Consultants for database improvement - Communicates database status to Service Area consultants - Works w/ CMIS team members to improve CMIS database continually Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous (usually two (2) to three (3) years) relevant work experience - Experience w/ relational databases - Experience in working in a multi-disciplinary team - Project coordination experience preferred - Mainframe experience preferred - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience in information management, finance, accounting or related field - Written & oral communication skills - Good project management & consulting skills - Excellent verbal & written communication skills - Proficient in PC databases, decision support tools, spreadsheets, & word processing - Strong analytic skills - Ability to work independently - Ability to meet deadlines - Attention to detail required - Strong problem solving ability - Ability to multi-task - Ability to determine key business issues & develop effective action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives - Ability to conduct & interpret quantitative & qualitative analyses Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree2012-05-16 18:37:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135413CAOakland, CA28736517http://kp.jobs/xml/28736517/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Fresno- Assistant Supervisor - Release of Information Location: Fresno, CA Assists in department planning, directing and cost effectively supervising the daily operations, including the work of staff, to produce accurate records and ensure timely submission of records for reimbursements as required by Kaiser and regulatory agencies. Essential Functions: - Assists in planning, directing and monitoring daily operations for in-patient medical records including: retrieval, assembly, delivery, abstracting/analyzing, coding, completion, transcriptions, release of information, and vital statistics registration. - Works with Manager to develop work flow systems and contingency plans for each function of the department to assure timely and accurate completion of work that is consistent with regulatory agency requirements. - Continually monitors and evaluates work flow systems and output. - Apprises Manager of need for systems adjustment, updating and/or improvement when necessary. - Orients, develops, trains and cross-trains all employees in all department functions and work flow systems. - Supervises the work and tracks the performance of department personnel. - Counsels and disciplines employees when necessary. - Assists in developing, maintaining and updating medical records department policies and procedures and performs special studies requested by quality assurance department or medical staff. - Prepares statistical and or annual reports as requested by state or federal agencies or any other regulatory agencies. - Ensures compliance with federal, state and local regulations. - Assists in monitoring budgets and identifies and recommends opportunities to decrease costs and improve service. - Implements changes resulting from internal or external audits which impact collection and reporting of medical records. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Generally two (2) years of prior experience as a supervisor or assistant supervisor. - Recent experience with C.A.L.S. and The Joint Commission surveys. - Bachelor's degree or (generally) two (2) plus years of college coursework with two (2) years of equivalent work experience. - Registered Health Information Administration Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administration (RHIA) required. - Familiar with all aspects of Medical Records Department preferred. - Knowledge of The Joint Commission, CMRI federal, state and local regulations. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills. - Proficient with a variety of software used by the department. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Spanish Speaking2012-05-16 18:37:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135043CAFresno, CA28736509http://kp.jobs/xml/28736509/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Perioperative Material Services Coordinator (MSCD40) Location: Redwood City, CA Oversees the materiel management activities for the operating rooms. Ensures compliance with established regional and national goals and standards. Essential Functions: - Coordinates perioperative materiel products and services. - Assists in developing and in implementing policies/procedures which support the regional and national purchasing goals and standardization of products. - Oversees staff in all areas of perioperative materials management. - Ensures they meet the established service goals, follow policies and procedures, and the daily supply requirements are met in order to achieve maximum utilization of all resources. - Assists the OR staff by researching and explaining variances in their materials management department budget. - Assists in preparing quarterly financial reports, highlighting cost savings, and developing recommendations on how to reduce supply costs and achieve local, regional, and national standardization compliance. - Maintains and supervises the inventory control (TIMS) database and ensures established standards for inventory levels are maintained. - Ensures all equipment repairs and vendor returns are processed in a timely manner. - Maintains the ORSOS inventory system which includes training staff on the ORSOS inventory Master file and preference card processes. - Assists in resolving all perioperative materiel management distribution issues. - Monitors back orders and aggressively follows up on delivery delays or problems. - Researches and investigates new products as requested. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous inventory control experience required. - Previous supervisory experience. - Previous hospital experience preferred. - AA degree preferred or four (4) years of materials management experience in a hospital setting. - Demonstrated knowledge of material management. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135343CARedwood City, CA28736512http://kp.jobs/xml/28736512/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Clinical Services Supervisor Home Health/Hospice Location: Santa Clara, CA Manages activities of the home/health/hospice agency. Monitors quality, service and utilization standards. Supervises the day-to-day clinical operational activities. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Essential Functions: - Manages the day-to-day clinical operations of the agency, including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. - Supervises agency and employee safety programs and risk management. - Responsible for overall supervision of hospice and home health nurses and aides, includes interviewing, hiring, monitoring assignments and evaluating personnel. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development. - Acts as resource to staff as clinical expert. - Ensures individualized care goals are met. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. - Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the agency level. - Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of other agencies. - Participates in program management, including licensing, budgeting, utilization and quality assessment/improvement activities. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care, and cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works with health care providers outside of the agency to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Coordinates with appropriate team members or contract services for the clinical care hospice and home health patients and families. - Reviews all visits made by contract services for adherence to hospice and home health policies. - Ensures patients receive quality care by reviewing documentation, making visits with staff, reviewing care plans, conducting/participating in multidisciplinary team conferences, and reviewing patient satisfaction reports. - Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. Secondary Functions: - Assists in formulating, revising, implementing and evaluating agency/program policies, procedures, goals and objectives. - Ensures patient referrals are processed and assigned based on agency policy. - Participates in compliance program and quality improvement activities. - Participates in Departmental Quality Improvement activities and Utilization Review activities. - Performs regular chart audits to determine appropriateness of care and staff compliance with documentation regulatory requirements, i.e. Medicare Conditions of Participation, JCAHO and Title 22. - Holds self and others to high standards of performance, and is accountable for results achieved and not achieved. - Recognizes achievements of staff/volunteers through rewards, recognition, and public communication. - Plans and organizes work assignments, set priorities and completes work with a minimum of supervision per agency policy. - Annually prepares realistic professional goals and reviews progress with Supervisor. - Collaborates with supervisor in implementing regional/agency/organization goals and objectives. - Conferences with medical director or primary care physician regarding patient issues as needed. - Participates in special projects and attends and/or conducts meetings in the department. - Effectively creates and facilitates collaboration and cooperation among diverse groups, people, departments, and professional disciplines. - Gains cooperation and support of others without resorting to rank or hierarchy. - Actively contributes as a member of a team and is willing to place own interests subordinate to the collective interests of the team/organization. - Works every third weekend. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two(two (2)years of previous nursing experience in acute care setting. - Minimum three (three (3) years of previous home health and/or hospice experience. - Demonstrated supervisory or lead experience. - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing required. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required. - PHN certificate preferred. - Current valid California Driver's license required. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated knowledge of JCAHO, Title 22, Medicare, federal, state, and local regulations. ---- Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm, may include weekend rotation.2012-05-16 18:37:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135367CASanta Clara, CA28736513http://kp.jobs/xml/28736513/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Senior Case Manager - Pleasanton Location: Pleasanton, CA Responsible for handling the review process for grievances, appeals, or denials including investigating, preparing and presenting appropriate materials for review. Resolves member concerns in partnership with internal and external departments while ensuring compliance with regulatory rules and timeframes within mandated timeframes and compliance. Essential Functions: - Participates in handling the grievances, appeals/denials process. - Ensures appeals are processed in accordance with regulations, compliance standards and policies and procedures. - Meets timeframes for performance while balancing the need to produce high quality work related to complex and sensitive member issues. - Investigates all issues, including collection of appropriate data, preparation and presentation of documents to decision makers. - Informs members or their authorized representatives, physicians and other stakeholders of Health Plan's determinations. - Collaborates with internal staff, other MS Departments, managers and physicians to seek resolution on issues and cases affecting member while ensuring compliance, documentation and enhancing members' experience. - Ensures integrity of departmental database by thorough, timely and accurate entry. - Mentors others in preparation for positions of increased responsibility. - Participates in departmental meetings, trainings and audits as requested. - Answer questions and manages members on existing/open cases. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelors' degree or a minimum of four (4) years equivalent experience in a complex HMO or customer service setting. - Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrated ability to compose high quality, detailed written communication. - Ability to identify issues, gather and assess information. - Ability to prioritize work and ensure all compliance elements are met. - Demonstrated conflict resolution and mediation skills with ability to secure action from multiple stakeholders. - Ability to use sound judgment and to handle complex issues independently, but with the knowledge and ability to escalate and ask for help when needed. - Ability to multitask and manage time in order to perform well on long term projects while being flexible enough to assimilate short term projects on an ongoing basis. - Ability to work with peers in self managed teams. - Knowledge of member grievance and appeals processing preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-16 18:37:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135392CAPleasanton, CA28736514http://kp.jobs/xml/28736514/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Sonographer II-On/Call- Roseville, CA Location: Roseville, CA Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. Essential Functions: - Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. - Prepares and positions patient for examination. - Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. - Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. - Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film. - Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. - Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination. - Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. - Orients new hires. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED. - BLS required. - Must have two ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty. - NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire. - Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely.2012-05-16 18:37:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134503CARoseville, CA28736504http://kp.jobs/xml/28736504/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Nurse Practitioner II - Perioperative/Surgical Services Location: Redwood City, CA The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager. Essential Functions: - Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing. - Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy. - Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings. - Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service. - Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols. - Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information. - If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a nurse practitioner. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty services. - One (1) year of experience within the past three (3) years as a NP providing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures and/or those who have undergone surgical/invasive procedures. - RN First Assist experience required if assisting with surgical procedures. If only caring for specific patient population of adult or pediatrics then Acute Adult NP or Acute Pediatric NP required. - Master's degree in nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permantente employee who was 'grandfathered in' prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008). - Completion of master's program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Pediatric NP required: Adult, Family or Acute NP if practice limited to adults; Family or Pedi NP if practice limited to pediatric patients. - Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Credentialing Center, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, and National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.) - Current California RN/NP License with California BRN issued Furnishing Number. - Current BLS required. - Must have a NPI and meet Medicare requirements for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number). - Current DEA if required for specialty. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and/or NALS and/or PALS or PEARS may also be required for the position.2012-05-16 18:37:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134509CARedwood City, CA28736505http://kp.jobs/xml/28736505/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Medical Assistant, Grade 180, (Temporary) Location: Oakland, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or designee. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department. - Records information in patients' medical record. - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. - Assists clinician with care of the patient. - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department. - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry. - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. - Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. - Takes accountability for own actions. - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. - Adheres to Attendance Policy. - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship. - High School Diploma or GED. - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. - BLS certification. - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. - Ability to use personal computer. - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information. - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 hours per week, Day shift. Monday through Friday: 9:00am to 5:30pm. Expected length of employment: up to three (3) months2012-05-16 18:37:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134614CAOakland, CA28736506http://kp.jobs/xml/28736506/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Charge Nurse - Ambulatory Care, (No. 4636) Location: Hayward, CA As a leader of the health care team, directs departmental operations & provides professional nursing care, including utilizing the nursing process in accordance w/established standards of care, policies, & procedures. Participates in effective resource allocation by assuring appropriate assignments, staffing, & scheduling. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality & effectiveness in work habits & clinical practice; & treats coworker's, patients, families, & all members of the health care team w/dignity & respect. Essential Functions: The Charge Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, & behaviors: - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care when & where appropriate to do so. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, & continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs & availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, & supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs & acts to meet them. - Demonstrates an awareness of & sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural & ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients, & families. - Acknowledges staff rights & cultural & ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately & coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods & skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of & applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit & department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality & risk management in all aspects of patient care & unit functioning. - Participates in unit & department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies & solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions w/patients, families, & all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions & demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers & telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking & conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, & applicable state, federal & local laws. - Provides professional leadership & direction of department personnel in order to maintain efficient delivery of effective patient care. - Mentors, orients, & coaches others in unit specific operations & patient care activities. - Shares responsibility & authority w/subordinates & holds them accountable for performance. - Demonstrates ability to identify & resolve problems in collaboration w/work team & w/other departments. - The incumbent motivates & provides clinical direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire, discipline, nor effective input into such. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - At least two (2) years of practicing as a Registered Nurse. - At least two (2) years of recent full-time or part-time equivalent experience in the ambulatory care setting &/or specialty area. - OUTPATIENT DIALYSIS - 2 years recent (within the last 3 years) experience as a Staff Nurse treating patients with acute and chronic conditions through dialysis. Must be competent in both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. CHN and CPDN certifications preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program & completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program & either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care & has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and/or NALS and/or PALS and/or PEARS and/or NRP may also be required for this position. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written & oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-16 18:37:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134837CAHayward, CA28736508http://kp.jobs/xml/28736508/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: EKG Technician - Grade 445 Location: San Rafael, CA Essential Functions - Perform routine and STAT EKG's -Perform pediatric EKG's if needed. -Hook up 24-hour monitors. Assistant Cardiologist with exercise tolerance testing. -Perform clerical duties within the Cardiology/EKG department -Other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One-year experience within the last two years as an EKG tech required. Preferred experience should include one channel instrumentation, exercise tolerance testing and 24-hour cardiac monitoring. If unable to fill with qualified applicant will consider Medical Assistant with 1 yr experience with the the last 2 years performing EKG's weekly. - Clear verbal & written communication skills required. - Ability to handle high volume patient load required. - Maintaining cooperative & courteous working relationships with patients and staff. -Basic computer skills are required including ability to learn department computer system within 30 days. - Maintenance of CPR required. -Certification: CPR mandatory upon hire; must be maintained. UHW membership mandatory within 31 days of hire. -Must be willing to take an EKG interpretation class within 6 months of employment. - A service orientation and openness to providing service characterized by cultural sensitivity, respect, and polite communication with patients, staff members and visitors is required. - Willingness to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment required. Schedule: 7:00AM - 11:00AM Week I: Sat Week II: Sun This position works on-call (as needed). Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends; will follow the contract for notification of schedule change.2012-05-16 18:37:08United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133894CASan Rafael, CA28736503http://kp.jobs/xml/28736503/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Security Information Management Information Protection Senior Location: Pleasanton, CA Main Responsibilities: The Security Information Management Information Protection Senior will implement, and manage the toolsets of the Security Information Management Team. The Security Information Management team is responsible for providing log management, file integrity monitoring, security information management, reporting, and system integration services to a variety of customers. Required Skills and Knowledge: - Demonstrated knowledge of Incident Response processes and best practices - Demonstrated knowledge of information security threats and analysis. - Ability to provide senior level security event correlation - Senior level knowledge of Windows and *NIX platforms and networking - Senior level knowledge of security technologies including: Anti Virus, IDS/IPS, Firewalls, Web Filtering and Data Exfiltration systems - Must be well organized and possess excellent interpersonal, customer service, communication, and documentation skills - Informed of the latest in security trends, threats, and industry resources such as CERT, SANS, D-Shield, etc. - Demonstrated ability to work well as a team and independently. - Ability to perform with little to no supervision - Ability to participate in technically focused teams - Experience implementing Security Tool Architectures - Proven ability to work effectively with management, staff, vendors, and consultants - Experience with programming/scripting (REGX, PERL, JAVA, XML, Python, C, C++, SQL) Desirable Skills - Senior Level experience with manipulation of structured and unstructured data - Experience with large volumes of data management and information extraction/manipulation - Senior Level Vulnerability and Threat analysis skills - Experience with system administration and performance management - Experience with database implementation, and performance management Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BS in computer science or other related fields is required, or additional 4years of relevant work experience - 5 years of information systems experience is required with at least - 2 years information security experience performing information security event management system implementation and administration - Experience with Federal, State, Local and other regulatory requirements (HIPAA/SOX/PCI) Preferred Qualifications: - Information Security certifications such as CISSP and GIAC2012-05-16 18:35:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134160CAPleasanton, CA28736428http://kp.jobs/xml/28736428/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Project Management Associate Location: Pleasanton, CA Job Summary: This Project Management Associate will establish a collaborative relationship among Program and Project principles by coordinating, and assisting in various components needed to define, develop, and deploy projects, programs, or tasks as related to application development efforts. This role will support and coordinate with the senior project lead to provide project transparency through tracking, analysis, and reporting using Excel, Powerpoint, and MS Project. Additional responsibilities include coordinating schedules and activities, placing eProcurement orders for hardware/software supplies and services, compiling and analyzing project reports, and tracking project/program progress and results. Essential Functions: 1. Overall: Support Lead Project Manager level or higher while learning and verifying PM skills knowledge set. 2. Assist Project Managers with KP-IT Project Management tracking and reporting requirements. 3. Propose alternative solutions to identified gaps and obstacles in current project initiation and reporting processes. 4. Monitor CLARITY(RPM) and assist PM with monthly status updates. 5. Review CLARITY (RPM) for compliance with IT-Oversight policies. 6. Create Remedy service requests for PM edit rights in Open Workbench and in CLARITY. 7. Prepare and submit Purchase Orders and Capital Requests through eProcurement. 8. Create or update SLA's, SOW's and Recharge Agreements. 9. Provide Open Workbench Resource reports. 10. Assist PM with ad hoc reporting requirements for IT-Oversight (ie, regulatory or business mandates). 11. Partners with Financial Analysts on analyzing capital and non-capital reports for reporting project/program actual and committed dollars. 12. Develops and maintains project document library and other project/program repositories. 13. Assist PM's in creating and distributing various project documents required by IT-Oversight. 14. Participates in project team meetings and assist in documenting action items, user requirements, and project schedules. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - Less than one year of experience in project management, or a minimum of 5 years project coordination experience. - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Visio and Powerpoint. Advanced skills with Excel, including knowledge of establishing filters, pivot tables, and linking cells between worksheets. Experienced and familiar with Microsoft Project, including establishing dependencies, resources, and resource loading. - Must have excellent communication skills, be well organized, detail oriented, good planning skills, be problem solving/analytical, self-directed, team focused, and results oriented individual - Professional and business appropriate conduct - Understands risk management concepts Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of Lotus Notes, Open Workbench, Remedy, MS Access, Sharepoint, and Ariba2012-05-16 18:35:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134949CAPleasanton, CA28736434http://kp.jobs/xml/28736434/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Occupational Therapist - PD Location: Harbor City, CA Essential Functions: Information will be added based on hiring manager submission Qualifications: This is a repost of 126597 Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum with a bachelor's or master's degree with certification in occupational therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice occupational therapy by the State of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Proficient skills in computerand KP Health Connect - Developed Inpatient skills Notes: - Schedule varies, rotating weekends2012-05-15 19:36:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135380CAHarbor City, CA28706964http://kp.jobs/xml/28706964/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Director of Materials Managerment Location: Bellflower, CA Accountable for Medical Center sourcing & logistics operations & financial performance. Leads the Medical Center sourcing & logistics services which usually includes: purchasing & contracting services, distribution (internal/external), storage, perioperative services, inventory control systems, linen, & sterile processing. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Develops & implements a Medical Center strategy which is responsive to the divisional & national sourcing strategies while anticipating & meeting customer requirements - Ensures products are high quality, cost effective, & distributed in a timely basis - Builds & manages a distribution network that allows products to be delivered to the facilities through an external vendor or internally - Provides leadership, education, & support to physicians & Medical Center staff to develop their understanding of current materials management practices/products which support operational & financial goals - Manages the materials management staff across the Medical Center - Ensures staff is trained, complies w/ policies/procedures, reduces costs, & maintains targeted service & customer satisfaction levels - Develops & presents cost reduction recommendations to area management to assist them in meeting their budgets & operational goals - Identifies sourcing opportunities for cost reductions, service improvements & product standardization to the national & divisional purchasing & logistics teams - Ensures compliance w/ established divisional & national product standards - Maintains & supports the automated systems to manage all purchasing & receiving activities - Develops & implements a Medical Center asset management strategy which is supportive of financial goals, capital planning efforts and, in collaboration w/ Facilities Services & EH&S, the Safe Medical Device Act - Assume other activities & responsibilities from time to time as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) to eight (8) years of progressive management experience in a health care setting - One (1) to three (3) years of previous budget management experience - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business - Master's degree preferred - Demonstrated competence in operation of inventory control systems & software applications - Demonstrated knowledge of materiel management principles & concepts (e.g., purchasing, receiving, distribution, stockless & JIT systems) - Knowledge of federal, state & local regulations & JCAHO requirements - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Notes: - Travel may be required to Kaiser Permanente facilities and/or non-Kaiser Permanente facilities when planning meetings or special projects2012-05-15 19:36:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135381CABellflower, CA28706966http://kp.jobs/xml/28706966/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Emergency Rm RN - Clinic Location: Woodland Hills, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in ED or successful completion of a KP or equivalent ED training program within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS & PALS cards required. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm-7:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm-7:30 am.2012-05-15 19:36:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134363CAWoodland Hills, CA28706944http://kp.jobs/xml/28706944/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Emergency Rm RN - Clinic Location: Woodland Hills, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in ED or successful completion of a KP or equivalent ED training program within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS & PALS cards required. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm-7:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm-7:30 am.2012-05-15 19:36:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134370CAWoodland Hills, CA28706945http://kp.jobs/xml/28706945/jobUSARiversideTitle: Emergency Rm RN - Clinic Location: Riverside, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1)-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in ED or successful completion of a KP or equivalent ED training program within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS & PALS cards required. Notes: - LWP-1823. - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:30 pm-8:00 am, back up 8 hour shift will be nights. - Provides flex-primary nursing care based on department standards for nursing care and practice. - Participates in department mandatory staff meetings and in-services. - Position has every other weekend off.2012-05-15 19:36:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134411CARiverside, CA28706949http://kp.jobs/xml/28706949/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Emergency Rm RN - Clinic Location: Bellflower, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in ED or successful completion of a KP or equivalent ED training program within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS & PALS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - ENA Certificate Notes: - Rotating Weekends - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm - 7:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm - 7:30 am.2012-05-15 19:36:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134442CABellflower, CA28706951http://kp.jobs/xml/28706951/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Emergency Rm RN - Clinic Location: Bellflower, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in ED or successful completion of a KP or equivalent ED training program within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS & PALS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - ENA Certificate Notes: - Rotating Weekends - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm - 7:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm - 7:30 am.2012-05-15 19:36:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134451CABellflower, CA28706953http://kp.jobs/xml/28706953/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: HealthConnect Service Rep - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Works under direction of a Lead within a health care environment to support physicians, nurses, and staff in the use of computer software applications including HealthConnect and related products. Coordinated data input, tracking, and evaluation of training implementation activities. Escalates system issues to the Lead. Provides problem solving and instruction for supporting the use of software applications. Identifies and triages problems and effectively communicates those problems to the appropriate resources. Ensures communication of the resolution to the end user. Essential Functions: - Provide problem solving and instruction to software end users - Create daily support status reports - Explain/instruct end users regarding issue resolutions - Assist end users with the operation of computer software applications including HealthConnect - Participates in KP directed software classes to be able to provide one-on-one instruction/support of the use of the applications - Supports physicians, nurses, and staff in the learning process for new software - Various positions are under review with a joint Management/Union review committee for appropriate Union/Non-Union status and this position may be considered a union position or may be converted to a union position at some time in the future - Should this position be determined to be union, it will be returned to the bargaining unit in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement Qualifications: Position offered will be based on qualifications. This is a Part-Time Temporary Position with benefits for a duration of 2 years. Employment will be based upon established conditions that are written in the Employment Agreement. Employee will be required to sign the Employment Agreement. Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in the health care field, preferred - End user training experience, preferred - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Economics, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field - Proficient with PC applications including spreadsheet, word processing, and graphics packages - Must demonstrate effective communication, consulting, interpersonal, and presentation - Demonstrates self-initiative and innovation skills - Demonstrated ability to master and teach new applications - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment - Experience with Learning Management System (LMS), customer focused, detail oriented.2012-05-15 19:36:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133935CAPasadena, CA28706920http://kp.jobs/xml/28706920/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - NICU Location: Woodland Hills, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS Certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full time equivalent experience in Level II nursery or above with completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. Preferred Qualifications: - One (1) yearLevel III NICU experience. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option is chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm - 7:00 am withback up eight (8) hour shift 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm.2012-05-15 19:36:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134016CAWoodland Hills, CA28706926http://kp.jobs/xml/28706926/jobUSACoronaTitle: Psych Social Worker Location: Corona, CA The psychiatric social worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention & psycho-education to members and/or family members. Must be familiar with all aspects of psychopathology and recognize the appropriate and timely clinical treatment intervention needed. The psychiatric social worker may work with specific age group as is determined by training and certificate. Must be familiar with and have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. A major time of the position will be spent in direct patient care. Essential Functions: - Competencies: Timely & appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning & treatment intervention of members. - Appropriate selection of treatment modality to member's presenting problem. - Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member & clinical staff. - Provides high internal & external customer/patient satisfaction. - Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies. - Provides appropriate & timely documentation of clinical encounters in member's charts. - Is knowledgeable of KP & community resources. - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care & license - Maintains license. - Conduct initial interview w/ Members by eliciting & interpreting the psychological & social meaning of complaints. - Determines urgency of member's need. - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation & recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality. - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents, & children. - Renders appropriate & immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services. - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports & letters; phones, writes & visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools, relatives, and friends to obtain pertinent information. - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants & community resources - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information & referrals. - Proficient in identifying & treating the span of developmental stages. - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group, family, & child therapy. - Complies w/ organizational, departmental, state/federal guidelines & all regulatory agency policies & procedures. - Participates in QM & CQI activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of post-graduate experience in a behavioral health setting required. - Master's degree in a social work required. - Valid and current California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license required or LMFT license required. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Knowledge of and ability to utilize current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) nomenclature required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - MSW or MS/MA degree from an accredited University. - Training and experience providing crisis intervention, group and individual psychotherapy and case management. - Ability to provide a variety of group therapies, strong written communication skills, good time-management skills, good organizational skills and solid clinical judgement. - Basic PC Skills2012-05-15 19:36:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134067CACorona, CA28706931http://kp.jobs/xml/28706931/jobUSAIndioTitle: Phlebotomist (Bilingual) Location: Indio, CA Performs venipuncture and skin puncture and initial steps of laboratory testing. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Sorts laboratory slips to determine order in which patients will have blood drawn and the amount to be drawn to satisfy test note on laboratory slips - Performs venipuncture and skin puncture to obtain blood samples for diagnostic testing purposes - Labels samples and transmits to Laboratory or Laboratory Technologist as required following special instructions to include refrigeration or centrifugion of sample - Uses robot properly - Performs trouble shooting if robot malfunctions - Assists Laboratory Technologist with routine tests; may include pouring, numbering and centrifuging urine samples, culturing, staining bacteriological specimens, etc - Aids in instructing registered nurses and other personnel in venipuncture, skin puncture as required - Fills courier baskets with laboratory samples, receives, and empties courier baskets and distributes to required work areas as required - Processes and scans all specimens for pick-up by couriers - Centrifuges and organizes specimens for Chemistry - Hematology and Coagulation departments - Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations with the public, patients, and other personnel - Performs other duties as required, including receiving patients, checking laboratory slips for completeness, giving preparation instruction to patients, assisting physician with bone marrow aspirations, assisting pathologists with post mortem examinations following routine procedures as required, inventorying and ordering supplies as needed - Responsible for knowing the KPDS and LMS computer system for accessioning patient orders, results, and other pertinent patient care data - Must perform complete accessioning and delete all order not drawn - Promotes, ensures, and improves customer service to internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent with the organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality service Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level I. - Six (6) months of acute care phlebotomy experience OR one (1) year of outpatient phlebotomy experience OR one (1) year of experience as a Medical Assistant performing venipuncture OR one (1) year of outpatient lab experience OR completion of a five (5) month student phlebotomy training preceptor program through Kaiser Permanente - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent - Valid certification to work as a Phlebotomist - A valid certification is defined as: - 1) One issued under the new California State Phlebotomy Technician I or II certification law or - 2) Certification signed by a licensed physician (or other qualified person) issued before April 9, 2003 and must be eligible to obtain new California State Phlebotomy Technician I or II certification Preferred Qualificaitons: - Ability to communicate in the English language. - Ability to maintain a positive working relationship and courteous interactions with the public. Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - Rotating Weekends. - Travel to clinics in the Coachella Valley area.2012-05-15 19:36:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134247CAIndio, CA28706940http://kp.jobs/xml/28706940/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Business Consulting Lead Buy to Pay Location: Pasadena, CA Business Consulting: Includes analysis/evaluation of business and/or system process and functional requirements, development of business cases, client support during system development and implementation, development and maintenance of service level agreements. Develops relationships with upstream and downstream business partners. Develops/maintains and changes business processes, and understands the business processes of assigned partners and how they relate to our functional areas. Develops and recommends changes to business processes. Essential Functions: - Uses professional concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways. - Demonstrates expertise in functional area business processes and understands assigned and cross functional areas. - Independently initiates, identifies and coordinates the analysis of complex client needs in project areas such as: new/existing business operating models, innovative approaches to solutions support, market research of emerging or available product functionality and operational readiness assessment. - Identifies opportunities for increasing business efficiency through improved manual and automated process systems. - Coordinates and/or develops comprehensive business cases with cost, service, and benefit dimensions of proposed projects that are used at management and executive levels for funding and scope decisions. - Accountable for tracking and/or monitor and report for senior management the results of actualization of benefits. - Plans, coordinates and conducts analysis of client business processes and functional requirements and the preparation of appropriate documentation to communicate and validate the information. - Develops cross-initiative integration plans. - Supports a variety of applications. Maintains/updates documented processes of managed applications. May document requirements and develop solution alternatives for new applications. - Develops test plans. - May design, develop and test applications to enhance organization effectiveness. - Consults on the integration of application systems into the work environment, regarding their operational and training implications. - Acts as project lead in the coordination of solution development and the implementation of the final product/service. - Acts as liaison between business clients and technical staff and/or development staff throughout the development lifecycle. - May develop project plans. Identifies and coordinates within other project managers and implements schedule deadlines as appropriate. Provides on-going project management status reporting at all levels. - Maintains current knowledge of application systems, interfaces, reporting processes and data capture. - Provides product/process expertise to client groups, delivers presentations, demonstrations and training for application systems. - Coordinates installation and first-use of new applications/processes. - Coordinates ongoing application support with the various technical areas to ensure continued application/process usage and success. - Works with vendors to resolve operational issues with vendor supported applications. - Analyzes/resolves operational issues by performing analysis of applications and recommends resolutions to operational issues and implements as appropriate following established change management processes/policies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Total of five (5) to seven (7) years, to include two (2) or more years in a consulting role. - Five (5) years experience in healthcare environment or five (5) plus years of experience working in a department relevant to the current posting. - Bachelor's degree in business/health care administration or related discipline. - Preferred certification or advanced qualification by third party association that matches the function or field applicable to the business discipline - May establish cross-functional task forces. - Thorough knowledge of platforms of the assigned functional area and multi-area functionality based on assignment. - Maintains current knowledge of application systems, interfaces, reporting processes, and data capture. - May support a variety of applications/process. - Coordinates ongoing application support with the various technical areas to ensure continued application/process usage and success. - Maintains current knowledge on health care industry, regulations, and KP business strategies. - Develops test plans. - Provides product/process expertise to client groups, delivers presentations, demonstrations and training for application systems. - Coordinates installation and first-use of new applications/process. - May provide specialized support to a specific business area. - Serves as a single point of contact for the resolution of client issues. - Thinks of ways to improve results, communicates these to supervisor, peers and team members. - Drives excellence through continued learning and strengthening of expertise. - Makes needed changes to address performance problems or take advantage of opportunities. - Seeks ways to reduce variation in systems and processes to improve consistency and reliability, directly impacting performance and member/customer service. - Keeps individuals and team focused on specific and measurable performance goals and monitors performance publicly against clear standards. - Prioritizes project work to meet member/customer needs. - Takes initiative to alter normal procedures to meet specific member/customer needs - Stands by decisions that benefit members/customers even if they are unpopular or impact short term performance. - Continually monitors quality of service across functions and systems.2012-05-15 19:36:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135622CAPasadena, CA28706879http://kp.jobs/xml/28706879/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Executive Account Manager - Strategic Accounts Location: Oakland, CA Executive Account Manager - Strategic Accounts Kaiser Permanente, Oakland, CA The Executive Account Manager is accountable for developing and executing account and book-of-business strategies to achieve membership, revenue and margin targets. These jobs have two levels. The functions, tasks, and competencies are the same. It is expected that staff placed in senior jobs will have demonstrated competencies at a significantly higher level and will be expected to work with more complex accounts or books of business. Please refer to the HPI Competency Library for descriptions of competencies and the behaviors associated with them. Essential Functions: - Develop & execute account and/or book of business plans to ensure attainment of group-specific goals - Analyze the business opportunities in group/book of business - Identify & confirm customer's needs & business strategies - Collect specific business information & competitive data on the account - Analyze quantitative data & identify current state - Identify gaps between current state & analyze impact of moving to optimal business position - Conduct political map analysis; identify & fill relationship gaps - Develop strategy for optimizing our business position - Plan & conduct customer meeting & approach - Successfully negotiate the strategy & changes w/ customer/broker/consultant - Ensure implementation of plan - Renew group at the right rate - Collaborate w/ pricing to implement an ongoing, proactive rate renewal strategy - Collect & deliver data required to drive the right rate - Review pricing's rate data to determine drivers of the rate change - Plan customer meeting & approach - Negotiate the renewal w/ customer/broker/consultant - Complete the rate renewal internally - Evaluate & manage business decisions that merit special consideration - Renew group w/ the right product & benefit mix - Collect required demographic & competitor data - Identify customer needs & KP business goals - Identify competitors' strengths & weaknesses - Analyze the group's demographics, utilization, & profitability vs. group's product mix - Develop product & benefit strategy & plan implementation - Plan customer meeting & approach - Negotiate the product & benefit mix w/ customer/broker/consultant - Develop open enrollment strategies to achieve growth targets - Collect & analyze key account & customer industry information - Identify & analyze customer needs & business strategy - Create opportunities for membership growth, including other Regions - Create opportunities for revenue growth & margin - Collaborate w/ Enrollment Strategist & Enrollment Specialists for input on plan - Develop sales strategy for increasing membership and/or revenue - Obtain buy-in on strategy to ensure support - Plan customer meeting & approach - Negotiate the strategy & changes w/ customer - Develop & execute member sales strategy including open enrollment & new hire strategies - Identify & facilitate new business opportunities for sales executives - Complete post-open enrollment analysis, identify lessons learned, & plan future strategies - Develop 365 strategies to achieve growth targets - Identify & analyze customer needs & business strategy for new hires & non-open enrollment activities - Develop sales strategy for increasing membership and/or revenue - Negotiation contracts that will drive membership & margin - Collaborate w/ Enrollment Strategist & Enrollment Specialists for input on plan - Negotiate the strategy w/ customer - Assume other duties as assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Required: Four (4) - six (6) years of experience in marketing, business development, and/or managing business to business relationships with two (2) - four (4) years as a successful account manager required. - Management of Public Sector Accounts is highly preferred. - Preferred: Same - Bachelor's degree in marketing, finance, business administration OR equivalent experience required - MHA, MPH, or MBA preferred - Life license required or ability to obtain one within 120 business days of hire date - Knowledge of and experience with employee health benefits - Knowledge of underwriting processes, healthcare products, and contracts preferred2012-05-15 19:36:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135754CAOakland, CA28706882http://kp.jobs/xml/28706882/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Regulatory Services Director - Survey and Provider Dispute Response(Oakland or Pasadena, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Regulatory Services Director - Survey and Provider Dispute Response Kaiser Permanente Oakland or Pasadena, CA The Regulatory Services Director is for serving as the liaison with California State Regulator, Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) for onsite regulatory surveys. Specific duties include: - DMHC Surveys Help KP prepare for Routine and Non-Routine DMHC Surveys - Pre-survey and on-site document submission for Routine and Non-Routine surveys - Coordination of Opening and Exit Conferences for surveys - Coordinate, prepare, and file responses for the Preliminary and Final Survey Reports - Serve as direct-point-of contact with regulator for all survey issues - Partner with HPRS units and operational stakeholders statewide to prepare for surveys and develop responses to survey reports and corrective action plans - including interview preparation with stakeholders - DMHC Corrective Action Plan Management includes: Coordination of Corrective Action Plan with responsible operational area for submission to DMHC Oversight of implementation of Corrective Action Plans Ongoing monitoring of Corrective Action Plans DMHC Provider Disputes - Respond to payment disputes received by DMHC from non-KP providers DHCS Fair Hearings - Represent KP at State Fair Hearings initiated by Medi-Cal members Personnel Management: Manages the efforts of direct reporting, as well as matrix reporting, positions. Responsible for selecting, developing, and deploying personnel in the most effective manner to meet objectives. Responsible for performance management, compensation decisions, and providing on-going, regular developmental feedback. Influences performance management, compensation decisions, and ongoing feedback for individual contributors reporting to direct report managers, possibly through more than one layer of subordinate management. Communications, Stakeholder Management, and Negotiation of Agreement: Facilitates communications, manages relationships with stakeholders, and garners support and agreement from involved parties for compliance initiatives and programs for functional areas across the enterprise. Issue Management, Response, and Mitigation: Responsible for issue management, response, and mitigation for functional areas across the enterprise. Proactively identifies risks and issues related to projects and production operations. Anticipates and addresses issues through regular communication with reporting positions and other internal and external parties at all levels, mitigating risk or, in the most severe cases, escalating issues for resolution by more senior levels as necessary. Change Management: Responsible for leading change management efforts for functional areas across the enterprise. Identifies and acts upon opportunities to leverage direct reporting team in change management activities; ensures direct reporting team is engaged in change management as appropriate. Project Management: Responsible for management of project plans for objectives or projects for functional areas across the enterprise as well as ensuring project timelines and objectives are met for projects managed by reporting positions. Strategic development: Participates in the identification and development of objectives, goals, and strategy relative to functional areas across the enterprise. Qualifications: Minimum Requirements 5-8 years of management experience and 10-12 years progressively-responsible health care administration or regulatory experience. Expert knowledge of regulatory policies, practices and systems. Expert knowledge of regulatory-related practices and standards. Project management skills Expert knowledge of state regulatory environment 4-year or clinical degree or equivalent experience Master's degree or JD degree preferred .2012-05-15 19:36:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134138CAOakland, CA28706877http://kp.jobs/xml/28706877/jobUSANapaTitle: Optometrist Location: Napa, CA Under the general direction and supervision of the exempt optometrist or exempt designee, performs routine procedures using independent professional judgment in the practice of optometry within the scope of the laws of the state of California, the rules and regulations of the California Board of Optometry and the policies of The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. Essential Functions: - Conducts and documents history including chief complaint, relevant symptoms as appropriate; pertinent ocular health, family and medical history, medications; current spectacle/contact lens and any other data required to manage the patients vision and ocular health needs. - Performs minimum as well as appropriate additional testing as needed based on the specific needs of each patient. - Adequately documents findings. - Is proficient in the use and interpretation of standard ophthalmic equipment. - These include but are not limited to retinoscopy, subjective refraction, lensometry, visual fields, mobility and pupil testing, slit lamp examination, direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy, gonioscopy, fundus contact lens, tear function testing, Amsler grid, confrontation fields, etc. - Accurately interprets data from clinical exam. - Makes sound clinical diagnoses. - Takes appropriate actions(s) to take care of patients' chief complaint(s) and ensure ocular health and visual needs are met. - Clearly documents impressions and clinical action plan in the chart including referrals to other providers, long term medical management and/or optical and therapeutic prescriptions dispensed. - Uses tests and procedures as described above designed to detect and appropriately manager disorders common to the elderly such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. - Actively communicates with optical, ophthalmology, support staff and fellow OD teams to optimize quality and clinical care and service to patients. - Teams with optical staff and ophthalmologists to ensure most timely and convenient service given to patient when their services are needed. - Attends and contributes to staff meetings to keep up with events and policy changes. - Identifies and reports system problems that result in waste and poor services; identifies possible solutions. - Maintains all licensing and job requirements (CE, CPR, safety training, PPD) - Dictates/writes referral and information letters to other providers or agencies, as appropriate, or otherwise communicates with parents, teachers or other providers as appropriate. - Performs other related duties such as completing school forms, DMV, FAA and other like documents. - Work and coordinate concerns in a designated location. - Direct and oversee daily operations and report to the local Chief of Optometry or exempt designee. - Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum of one (1) year of experience desired but not required. - OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry. - Current California Optometric License. - Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (T.P.A.) required for external employees hired after November 2009 (TPA is not required for internal applicants). - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Meets all of the specifications of staff Optometrist. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Note: May travel to all Napa/Solano facilities.2012-05-15 19:35:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134321CANapa, CA28706868http://kp.jobs/xml/28706868/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Psychiatric Social Worker LCSW, Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT Assistant, Psych Social Work Assistant Location: Oakland, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Secondary Functions: - Practice in an adult psychiatric clinic setting. - Provide individual and group brief Psychotherapy and crisis intervention to an adult psychiatric population. - Telephone screening as needed. - Facilitate at least 2 psychotherapy groups. - Participate in team meetings and collaborate with colleagues. - Consult with medical and psychiatric staff regarding diagnosis, evaluations, strengths and deficits. - Instruct and counsel patients regarding compliance with therapeutic regimens, including adherence to prescription medication within the scope of practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Psychiatric Social Worker (LCSW): Masters Degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university and Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. OR - Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT): Masters Degree in Applied Behavioral Science required. Current license as a Marriage, Family and Child Counselor in the State of California, and previous post license, paid experience as a member of a psychiatric treatment team in an outpatient setting/program under licensed supervision (usually two to four years). Knowledge of state regulations with regard to ethics, treatment, patient rights and confidentiality. OR - Marriage & Family Therapist Assistant: Masters Degree in Applied Behavioral Science required from an accredited college of university. OR - Psychiatric Social Work Assistant: Masters Degree in Social Work required from an accredited college of university. Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum of two years experience in the use of psychosocial assessment and Psychotherapeutic methods and clinical case management in a hospital, outpatient clinic or agency. - Must demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise in diagnosis, evaluation and treatment planning for adult individuals and groups. - DBT skills a plus. - Experience treating psychiatric trauma conditions preferred. - Demonstrated excellent written and verbal skills required. - Must have the ability to work well in a team setting, have experience and be comfortable working with culturally diverse patients and colleagues. - Demonstrate a history of good attendance and at least satisfactory previous job performance. - Bilingual-English/Spanish speaking skills preferred Schedule: Full-Time Regular, 40 hours per week, Day shifts. Monday-Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm. Night and weekend on-call to Emergency Department may be required. Regular Evening hours required for at least 20% of time.2012-05-15 19:35:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134697CAOakland, CA28706869http://kp.jobs/xml/28706869/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Registered Dietitian I - Grade 30 (120229) Location: Santa Clara, CA Responsible for providing clinical nutrition care & services to patients/clients in response to protocol & physician's orders to include the following: assessment of Patient's nutritional risks/status, development of care plans to meet nutritional needs of patients, counseling of patients & family members, and education of patients, family members & caregivers. In addition, hospital Based RD work w/ the Food Service staff to coordinate the food w/ the diet orders, & work to establish quality standard w/ staff and services provided may be on medical center wide basis, in specialty area (e.g. ambulatory, maternal/child health, home health, hospice, etc.) &/or across the continuum. Essential Functions: - Provides comprehensive nutritional care, which is customer focused & cost effective, while maintaining high quality service standards, to our members. - Provides nutritional screening & assessment of patients for appropriate nutrition intervention. - In accordance with physician orders, develop individualized nutrition care plans based on patient's age, sex, diagnosis, cultural background, pain level, preferences, & religious practices. - Conducts audits &/or menu reviews, & ensures patient menus or supplemental feedings meet nutritional requirements & physician's orders for individual patients to include size, age, gender, cultural backgrounds, preferences, diagnosis, pain level, & religious practices. - Develops meal plans to meet the member's lifestyle. - Documents in the medical records as appropriate. - Coordinates activities w/ the food service department to insure quality & accuracy of the food served to the patients. - Monitors the accuracy of the tray related to the MNT or diet order according to diet manual. - Checks for quality of product & is responsible for corrections & quality follow-up w/ manager/supervisor, staff, or vendor. - Writes assessments, implements nutritional care plans, & follows the care & progress of the patients per protocol. - Participate in the design, development & implementation of high quality, cost effective food & clinical nutrition programs, policies & practices in the medical center, & ensure compliance w/ administrative, legal & regulatory requirements. - Assists in the development, implementation & maintenance of nutrition care, & service standards. - Participates in the development & implementation of quality, service & performance improvement processes related to the delivery of clinical nutrition services. - Contributes to the overall cost structure & service improvement goals of the Service Area. - Conducts quality assurance audits & participates in committees & meetings to receive & report information. - Assists in compiling audit information & standard setting. - Provide feedback to Division Food & Clinical Nutrition Services staff or menu modifications & revision. - Provides input to the budget process. - May provide in-service training to staff. - Participates in the organizations quality program. - Helps identify risk factors and establish performance targets & goals. - Performs quality audits, reviews work, & assists others to improve performance. - Performs other related duties as necessary - May mentor, assist, review, assign, correct, organize and/or coordinate the work of new employees, students, Nutrition Aides, Nutrition Clerks, Nutrition Assistants and Diet Technician Registered but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience in clinical nutrition as a registered dietitian. If working in End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), must have at least one (1) year of experience in clinical nutrition as a registered dietitian. - Bachelor's degree in Food &/or Nutritional Science. - Current registration w/ the Commission on Dietetic Registry (CDR) in good standing. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Knowledge of clinical competencies based on Nutrition Care Standards of the American Dietetic Association, California Dietetic Association (CDA), & American Society for Partenteral & Enteral Nutrition. - Knowledge of applicable federal, state, & local regulations, & The Joint Commission requirements. - Strong communication, interpersonal, & customer service skills required. - Collaboration & problem solving skills required. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to position specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-15 19:35:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133809CASanta Clara, CA28706864http://kp.jobs/xml/28706864/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Sonographer III - Grade 864 (12021 RAD) Location: Santa Clara, CA Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. Essential Functions: - Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. - Prepares and positions patient for examination. - Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. - Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. - Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film. - Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. - Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination. - Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. - Orients new hires. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have equivalent of three (3) years (6,240 hours) of continuous ultrasound experience within the last six (6) years with no more than one (1) year break in experience within the last four (4) years. - High School Diploma/GED. - Must have three (3) American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) registries in any specialties. - Certification: BLS. - NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire. - Must demonstrate competency and perform all three specialties routinely.2012-05-15 19:35:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134000CASanta Clara, CA28706865http://kp.jobs/xml/28706865/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Staff Nurse II - Emergency Department (1277) Location: Redwood City, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) provides & coordinates emergency nursing care for patients for a designated time frame. Participates in patient/family teaching & provides leadership in working cooperatively w/members of the health care team to maintain standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Essential Functions: - MSE reflecting sound clinical knowledge & judgment, & consistent w/Standardized Procedure & State/Federal regulations. - Provision of competent Emergency nursing care, for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population the facility serves. - Works within scope of practice, including standardized procedures, & communicates clearly w/all members of health care team. - Completes duties w/regard to safety practices & policies, including infection control, workplace safety, & management of aggressive behaviors. - Provision of care is consistent w/EMTALA, Nurse Practice Act, Title 22 & other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality & risk management. - Proficiencies in emergency responses such as resuscitation/codes, hazmat response, & emergency childbirth. - Proficient in the use of computers in documentation, tracking, conveying information. - Teamwork w/all internal & external departments & agencies involved in the provision of care. - Medication administration & management including titrating infusions & pediatric medications. - Requires dependable attendance to scheduled shifts & required staff development. - Maintains all required licenses, certifications & professional development/ continuing education requirements per department & facility standards. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual & cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement & patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care in collaboration w/the health care team. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, & continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, & supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by all health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs & implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate, & concise manner. - Demonstrates knowledge of & applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, & documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility & accountability for own professional practice. - Participates in department & interdepartmental Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately & coordinates duties of health care team members. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions w/patients, families, & all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients, & families. - Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates & provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize & coordination) to LVN's, ED Technicians, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One year of recent (within the last three years) experience as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program & completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience OR Graduate of registered nursing program & either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care & has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Successful completion of, or enrollment leading to successful completion of, the KP Emergency Nursing Course w/ preceptorship, or equivalent training, or equivalent experience. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - ACLS & PALS certification required within six months of date of hire into ED position; TNCC, if required, within one year of date of hire into ED position. Depending on the facility, TNCC or NRP may also be required for this position. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written & oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-15 19:35:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134215CARedwood City, CA28706866http://kp.jobs/xml/28706866/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Staff Nurse II - Emergency Department (1279) Location: Redwood City, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) provides & coordinates emergency nursing care for patients for a designated time frame. Participates in patient/family teaching & provides leadership in working cooperatively w/members of the health care team to maintain standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Essential Functions: - MSE reflecting sound clinical knowledge & judgment, & consistent w/Standardized Procedure & State/Federal regulations. - Provision of competent Emergency nursing care, for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population the facility serves. - Works within scope of practice, including standardized procedures, & communicates clearly w/all members of health care team. - Completes duties w/regard to safety practices & policies, including infection control, workplace safety, & management of aggressive behaviors. - Provision of care is consistent w/EMTALA, Nurse Practice Act, Title 22 & other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality & risk management. - Proficiencies in emergency responses such as resuscitation/codes, hazmat response, & emergency childbirth. - Proficient in the use of computers in documentation, tracking, conveying information. - Teamwork w/all internal & external departments & agencies involved in the provision of care. - Medication administration & management including titrating infusions & pediatric medications. - Requires dependable attendance to scheduled shifts & required staff development. - Maintains all required licenses, certifications & professional development/ continuing education requirements per department & facility standards. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual & cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement & patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care in collaboration w/the health care team. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, & continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, & supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by all health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs & implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate, & concise manner. - Demonstrates knowledge of & applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, & documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility & accountability for own professional practice. - Participates in department & interdepartmental Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately & coordinates duties of health care team members. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions w/patients, families, & all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients, & families. - Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates & provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize & coordination) to LVN's, ED Technicians, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One year of recent (within the last three years) experience as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program & completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience OR Graduate of registered nursing program & either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care & has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Successful completion of, or enrollment leading to successful completion of, the KP Emergency Nursing Course w/ preceptorship, or equivalent training, or equivalent experience. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - ACLS & PALS certification required within six months of date of hire into ED position; TNCC, if required, within one year of date of hire into ED position. Depending on the facility, TNCC or NRP may also be required for this position. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written & oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-15 19:35:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134217CARedwood City, CA28706867http://kp.jobs/xml/28706867/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Executive Director, Storage Services, KPIT - IMG Location: Pasadena, CA The executive is responsible for driving the storage transformation at Kaiser Permanente in concert with the wider Infrastructure Management Group transformation to a service centric operating model. In this role the executive will direct the activities of multiple storage strategy, design, & implementation teams while maintaining a strong client focus. Must be an excellent communicator with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams, with building and managing storage teams a plus. Manages a group responsible for the early concept formulation that integrates client needs and business requirements, design, implementation, testing, and delivery and sustaining of enterprise storage enhancements and/or new storage systems including arming he delivery organizations with the information and tools they need to fulfill requests, monitor and manage storage services. The executive will be accountable for business engagement and ensuring alignment with business strategies including cost levers to help drive positive outcomes. The executive oversees the design and development of an enterprise storage environment that includes: enterprise storage hardware, software and technologies, controllers, backplanes, enclosures, arrays, hardware building blocks for larger Direct Attached Storage (DAS) and Network Attached Storage (NAS), and Storage Area Network(SAN) solutions include backup, achieve, local and/or remote replication. The executive focuses on optimizing stability, availability, reliability and performance. The executive is also responsible for leading rigorous storage process and service improvement programs for stable and secure platforms. The executive will direct the implementation of new or additional storage technology and solutions to improve infrastructure service, both locally and remotely. The executive will establish operational objectives and metrics for managers and/or teams of professionals across sub-functions. The executive will provide authoritative advice to management based on deep subject matter expertise. The executive provides direction and guidance for operations, administration and results for multiple departments within a function. The executive will ensure that product design meets the requirements for schedule, feature set, functionality, cost, continuity of supply, quality, reliability, regulatory compliance and industry standards of compliance. Essential Functions: - Directs the efforts of others in the achievement of the strategic and operational objectives of the group. - Manages the hiring, staffing and maintenance of a diverse and effective workforce. - Responsible for career development/planning, performance and pay discussions of team members. - Oversees the delivery of designs and projects within budget, schedule and quality guidelines. - Manages a team responsible for the design, development, testing, integration, maintenance and documentation of storage systems. - Analyzes and investigates storage engineering tasks, and prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations. - Provides direction for design, planning, configuration, documentation, deployment and top-level support ownership of storage infrastructure technologies. - Approves recommendations for capacity planning, performance optimization and future direction. - Oversees the design of storage solutions per business requirements. - Collaborates with business partners, Infrastructure leadership and domain architects on storage solution roadmaps that deliver customer value through technology leadership, ease of use, better-together product integrations, end-to-end data management, and cost competitiveness. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree required - Candidates should have14+years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience, plus 10+ years of leadership experience - Direct accountability and management of a yearly $10M plus, multi year storage transformation effort - In sync with current storage architectures and industry credibility - Executive level presentation - Business acumen and proven ability to determine accurate unit costs and influence business consumers to tie consumption to cost - Experience with Distributed Systems storage is a must - Working with a off shore service delivery partner is a must - Knowledge of ITSM frameworks and concepts - Exposure to and working experience with organizational change Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree in Computer Science or related field would be highly advantageous2012-05-15 19:34:30United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135600CAPasadena, CA28706827http://kp.jobs/xml/28706827/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Research: Senior Data Consultant Location: Oakland, CA At Kaiser Permanente, we're not just practicing medicine; we're working to advance it. We believe that research is an integral part of our social mission and essential to providing members with quality health care. Founded in 1961, the Division of Research's research program is built on a base of rigorous epidemiologic investigation in a large, well-characterized population. Many of the division's major contributions have been in the areas of risk factor identification, prevention, and drug safety. However, this is an exciting time in biologic, medical, and health services research, and the division is contributing to progress in many new areas including: research looking at the role of genes and the environment in health, clinical trials, and research to help answer the critical questions of how to implement and use health informatics, manage chronic illness, and motivate self-care and disease prevention. Postion Profile: Under general supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing, and reporting data. This position takes an active leadership role both as a consultant and as a high-level statistical analytics programmer. Essential Functions: - Leads, makes significant contributions, &/or provides technical leadership to high visibility projects to identify - Resolves issues of strategic importance to the organization - Interfaces regularly w/ senior management to produce timely & valuable results - Directs the development of outcomes & process measures, including technical specifications, to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, & evaluation - Builds and maintains complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, & software written by self & others - Tests & maintains data integrity across multiple databases (internal SAS, DB2, VSAM; external: Adobe, Excel, SAS parsing routines, COBOL) - Builds sophisticated statistical models & forecasting tools using these databases - Designs & enhances databases - Designs menu systems that are effective & user-friendly - Develops reports w/ accurate, easy to read, useful information that satisfies the client's needs - Designs & generates tracking and monitoring tools - Designs research plans for data gathering & analysis participates significantly in interpreting analyses & developing action plans accordingly - Defines & frames complex multi-dimensional healthcare issues & develops time tables/processes for decision making - Translates needs, issues, & ideas into effective strategies and action plans - Formulates specific implementation plans & evaluates the effectiveness of actions/programs implemented - Develops creative alternative solutions & works closely with IT and outside partners (and physicians for TPMG departments). - Sets the strategic direction of projects & determines goals and priorities w/ team, clients, or project management sponsors (when appropriate) - May coordinate team/project activities & schedules - May establish team membership & project participants, provides leadership to multi-disciplinary project teams, as well as manage work of outside consultants when used - Communicates results/recommendations to project sponsors, clients, & various senior level audiences (including physicians for TPMG departments) - May participate in the development & management of the department, including coaching and recruiting for consultants/analysts & other departmental activities Other Duties: The incumbent provides data management, scientific programming and analytic support for the Research Program on Genes, Environment and Health (RPGEH) in the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research (DOR), including: - Creating data extracts and analytic datasets for collaborative studies - Conducting statistical analyses and creating tabular & graphical reports - Providing consultation to researchers concerning the availability and appropriate interpretation of KP and RPGEH data - Integrating data from diverse KP and RPGEH sources into a consolidated repository - Performing other programming, analytic or consulting duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 5+ years programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, net or equivalent statistical analytical programming language - Experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases required - Typically, 5+ years of related analytical consulting experience and healthcare experience preferred - Project management experience strongly preferred - Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems required - Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Health Care Administration, Public Health Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or related field, or equivalent bachelor's degree and work experience in lieu of a Masters degree - Broad familiarity with medical practices, especially population management and process and outcomes measurement - Knowledge of JCL strongly preferred - Microsoft Office skills required - Ability to express complex analytical and technical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training - Exceptional analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team - Must be an independent self-starter - Proven leadership in consulting and, for some areas, project management - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, and results orientation - Ability to express complex analytical and technical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training - Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Expertise with Kaiser Permanente regional data sources and computing environments preferred - Familiarity with bioinformatics concepts, methods and software preferred - Familiarity with epidemiological and genetic statistical methods preferred Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm This position is expected to continue for 2 years work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding.2012-05-13 18:56:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135393CAOakland, CA28663489http://kp.jobs/xml/28663489/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr. Research Assistant Location: Oakland, CA We are seeking a Sr. Research Assistant to join a clinical trials team studying medical therapies for painful back-related conditions, including sciatica and spinal stenosis. The successful applicant will be responsible for conducting eligibility screening, interviewing participants, organizing records, and completing web based questionnaires for these NIH-funded studies, working closely with the study investigators and clinic staff. Essential Functions: - Assists in training new study staff in protocols & implementation of study goals/objectives - Provides instruction to participants to teach them how to perform specific study protocols - Prepares computer-generated reports, including statistical tables - Answers participants' & providers' questions - Screens & recruits participants; obtains consent - Schedules examination appointments for study participants - Conducts telephone or in-person interviews w/study participants & providers - Reviews questionnaires for completeness & accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; & codes open-ended questions. - Assists w/all aspects of mailed surveys - Monitors participant's progress (e.g.; blood pressure, exercise, response to questionnaires, tracking, etc) - Provides basic data management using database software - Maintains all pertinent project records & files - Transcribes data from records to forms Other Duties: - Assist in data collection/tracking/coordination - Assist in preliminary datamanagement/cleaning/analysis - Perform literature searches and review of journal articles - Participate on project teams and provide research support Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one-year experience in a research/health care environment required - Previous interviewing experience required - Experience in editing/coding questionnaires required - Associate's degree or equivalent experience required - Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience in field - Excellent interpersonal & communication skills; telephone skills required - Experience & knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing & database software, required - Familiar w/ medical terminology - Must be able to work in Labor and Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with SAS and STATA preferred - Ability to take initiative in resolving programming, analytical, and epidemiological questions. - Experience in a research/health care environment with knowledge of medical practice and ambulatory care delivery preferred - Must be well-organized and detail oriented - Ability to work independently and with a team - Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills +++ This position is expected to continue for2 years work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding +++2012-05-13 18:56:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135403CAOakland, CA28663488http://kp.jobs/xml/28663488/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Executive Consultant II Location: Oakland, CA This position exists to provide leadership and facilitation in the resolution of strategic and sensitive issues or projects for regional or for multi-function groups directly under a senior executive. The incumbent acts as an advisor or thought partner by structuring undefined issues for resolution, researching issues, summarizing information and working with relevant stakeholders to provide the executive with the information needed to make sound and timely decisions. The incumbent represents executive position on committees and in communications with direct reports and outside clients. May manage others or support staff. Essential Functions: - Acts as an advisor or thought partner to a senior executive by structuring undefined issues for resolution, researching issues, summarizing information and working with relevant stakeholders to provide the executive with the information needed to make sound and timely decisions. - Provides consultation and analysis regarding regional performance and strategic opportunities. - Identifies the most effective means of solving the issues. - Facilitates committees and task forces. - May lead projects or oversee regional programs. - Delivers high quality results on time. - Acts as a communication liaison between the office and direct reports and outside clients. - Represents the executive's point of view and makes decisions on behalf (within established parameters). - Prepares presentations for the executive as well as papers and public statements. - Develops and administers the office budget. - Administers human resources initiatives, including compensation, executive search, succession planning, and management continuity. - Works with HR Consultants to facilitate resolution of any problems. - This executive consultant position is reserved for direct reports to Vice Presidents and Senior Vice Presidents. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) or more years of work experience in consulting, operations or project management, preferably in a health care setting. - Bachelor's degree, master's preferred, in finance, business, health care or public administration. - Demonstrated performance in strategic/operational analysis and planning, analytical techniques, financial and market assessments. - Demonstrated knowledge of the intricacies of hospital/HMO/medical offices operations and practices. - Superior communication, consulting, facilitation, negotiation, conflict management, problem resolution, change management skills and consensus building skills. - Superior leadership and project management skills. - Demonstrated ability to bring projects/initiatives to completion. - Ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities in managing a wide range of projects. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-13 18:56:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135419CAOakland, CA28663490http://kp.jobs/xml/28663490/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Data Quality Trainer [San Jose] Location: San Jose, CA Accountable for ensuring accurate and appropriate documentation through local coaching, training and monitoring. Provides documentation training for clinicians. Supervises Data Quality Auditors, overseeing the monitoring of training and coaching success in Outpatient Clinic and Emergency departments through encounter audits and assuring corrective actions are implemented. Serves as the local expert on the Official ICD-9-CM Documentation Guidelines and other internal and external regulatory requirements (e.g., Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service (CMS), National Committee for Quality Assurance). Essential Functions: - Accountable for ensuring accurate and appropriate documentation through local coaching, training and monitoring. - Supervises Data Quality Auditors. - In collaboration w/ the Encounter Information Operations (EIO) Training Manager and the local Data Quality Auditor, maintains a training program that supports documentation improvement and addresses documentation risk areas identified through local and regional audits. - Training to deliver in multiple ways including individual clinician, groups of clinician and departmental meetings. - Assures the planning, scheduling, and performance of concurrent and retrospective encounter audits, in accordance w/ regional compliance plan. - Encounter audits will be the primary monitoring tool used to identify operational and regulatory issues related to coding, documentation, and compliance requirements and to ensure complete and accurate data capture in compliance w/ Federal and State requirements. - Conducts audits on an as-needed basis and assures corrective actions are implemented for audit review findings. - Serves as the local expert to Medical Center leadership and CMS team on internal and external regulatory requirements (e.g., Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service (CMS) and National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). - Actively participates w/ local CMS team to ensure and meets local objectives and regional CMS compliance activities are supported. - Acts as communication link regarding changes to federal and state government billing and coding guidelines and works w/ medical center leadership to provide confidential audits and feedback on an 'as needed' basis. - Work w/ local CMS team and OSCR Liaison / Coordinator to address operational processes that hinder encounter data capture. - Works w/ EIO to assure regional resolution, assures and enters audit results into regional audit database to support quality assurance process, regional analysis, and regional training activities if impact extends beyond the medical center. - Oversees the preparation and/or performance of medical center auditing analysis and/or special projects. - Collects data and performs analysis to determine root causes of under or over reporting as well as quantifying the effect of the condition identified in the audit. - Recommends appropriate actions. - Partners w/ the local Data Quality Auditor and the EIO Training and Audit Managers to identify audit trends and risk areas based on audit findings and data analysis. - Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures / Compliance Audit Standards to ensure compliance w/ Federal, State and other regulatory requirements and assures local compliance w/ these policies and procedures. - NOTE: Travel between Medical Center facilities may be required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience coding (five (5) or more years) based on Coding Clinic Guidelines for inpatient and outpatient. - Three (3) to five (5) years of experience developing and conducting training / educational sessions for diverse audiences. - Supervisory experience (two (2) or more years). - Demonstrated experience conducting Medical Record audits including analysis and the creation / implementation of action plans that address audit finding. - Demonstrated project management experience including design and implementation of audit plans. - Experience using PC applications such as MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint preferred. - Medical center operations or clinical experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Health Care, Public Health, Finance, or Business Medical Records Technology or equivalent experience. - Certification in one of the following: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC). - Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of physician, patient, patient account and personnel data. - Strong interpersonal and excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. - Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and build effective teams. - Willingness to be flexible depending upon department and/or physician schedule needs. - Demonstrated ability to review analytical data and audit findings to identify documentation trends and other risk areas. - Demonstrated ability to develop data requirements and work with analytical groups to extract, organize and analyze coded data. - Must be able to work in a Labor / Management Partnership environment.2012-05-13 18:56:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135421CASan Jose, CA28663491http://kp.jobs/xml/28663491/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Staff Assistant Location: Hayward, CA Provides administrative support to department manager or staff. Performs a variety of routine administrative duties that have set procedures or precedents; some assignments may be complex. Requires instructions to perform special assignments. Essential Functions: - Maintains manager/executives and department calendars. - Arranges meetings, conferences and travel itineraries. - Orchestrates and organizes project meetings. - Schedules and materials such as agendas, timeliness, reports, and presentations. - Screens telephone calls/visitors and refers to appropriate staff member. - Determines which requests should be referred to others. - May provide information to top level management, Board Members, etc. - Responds to internal and external requests for information relating to established departmental policies and procedures. - Interprets policies and procedures in response to inquiries. - Reviews/screens manager/executives mail, researches issues, and provides recommendations. - Performs data input and maintains established databases. - May collect and research information or data needed by manager or staff. - Maintains confidential department files and records. - May provide training/direction to other non-exempt personnel. - Performs other related duties as assigned by management. - Various positions are under review w/ a joint Management/Union review committee for appropriate Union/Non-Union status and this position may be considered a union position or may be converted to a union position at some time in the future. Should this position be determined to be union, it returns to the bargaining unit in accordance w/ the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Four (4) plus years of experience in performing administrative support functions for department managers. - High School or General Education diploma. - Strong proficiency w/ MS Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Lotus Notes. - Well organized and detail oriented. - Strong customer service skills. - Ability to merge documents and summarize information. - Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Computer literacy is required. - Microsoft Office 2010 including Word, Excel, Power Point, two+ years' experience in performing administrative support functions for department managers. - Primarily, position will support the administrative aspects of Utilization Review and Discharge Planning staff and processes for the medical center. - Ability to generate database reports such as found in Access, creating run charts and pivot tables. - Computer testing may be required Skills testing: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Schedule: Part-Time Regular, 32 hours per week. Sunday, Monday, Friday and Saturday: 8:00am to 4:30pm. Working every weekend will be required. Hours and days may change base on the needs of department and/or hospital operations.2012-05-13 18:56:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135452CAHayward, CA28663493http://kp.jobs/xml/28663493/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Senior Staff Assistant Location: San Rafael, CA Under limited supervision, supports the head of a department by providing advanced level administrative support and general office duties of a highly responsible and confidential. Frequently handles highly confidential and sensitive information and files. Communicates with contacts at all levels in and outside of the organization. Typically reports to a director or vice president. Essential Functions: - REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Organizes and expedites flow of work for the manager's office and the department in accordance to manager's method of operation and the operations and procedures of the department and organization. - Initiates any follow-up action. - Receives and screens telephone calls, letters, and/or visitors. - Answers routine questions and provides information related to general department operations, policies and procedures using discretion for matters pertaining to confidential or sensitive information. - Determines when to appropriately refer inquiries, requests or issues to managers or department staff members and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of manager or department. - Schedules appointments and makes arrangements for meetings, conferences, and travel. - Organizes and prepares routine correspondence for the department manager, as well as complex documents including reports, spreadsheets, presentations and various forms of communications documents requiring the integration of multiple office technology and software applications. - May act as the department's office resource for word processing and spreadsheet application. - Prepares special reports that require gathering, comparing and summarizing data. - Organizes and maintains files, correspondence and records. - Handles and frequently accesses highly confidential and sensitive information. - Assists with tracking the department budget. - Tracks and compiles expenses. - Prepares monthly expense reports. - May address issues to department manager. - Performs other related duties following standard office routine, practices and procedures or instructions. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of experience performing administrative support functions for department managers. - Experience in coordinating and providing support to large complex projects. - High School Diploma or GED. - BA/BS preferred. - Excellent customer service. - Lotus Notes skills preferred. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills required. - Advanced level proficiency with e-mail software, MicroSoft Word and with any of the following office technology (required only if applicable to department's needs): PowerPoint. Excel or Access. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Skills testing: Microsoft Word (advanced), Excel (intermediate), and PowerPoint (intermediate)2012-05-13 18:56:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135206CASan Rafael, CA28663479http://kp.jobs/xml/28663479/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Assistant Nurse Manager - Medical Surgical Location: Vallejo, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Staff Education experience preferred. - Extensive nursing experience in Telemetry, Stroke, General Surgery.2012-05-13 18:56:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135326CAVallejo, CA28663481http://kp.jobs/xml/28663481/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Assistant Nurse Manager - Medical Surgical Location: Vallejo, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Staff Education experience preferred. - Extensive nursing experience in Telemetry, Stroke, General Surgery.2012-05-13 18:56:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135327CAVallejo, CA28663482http://kp.jobs/xml/28663482/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Research Assoc III Location: Oakland, CA Supervises day-to-day activities of a major segment(s) of a large study; all phases of a medium study; or several smaller studies to include direction of less experienced research staff. Large project usually is multi-year, with a budget in excess of $200k annually and hundreds of participants at multiple sites. Recommends solutions to project design problems. Final review required for some phases of projects. Essential Functions: - Manages all or most of the research study components and phases. - Manages staff to include: hiring, training, evaluating performance and assigning work. - Designs, implements and interprets findings of pilot programs. - Identifies and oversees preparation of study tools and protocols. - Prepares/presents progress reports as well as assists in writing scientific articles. - Manages project budget; recommends budget actions/decisions. - Supervises and monitors data collection, data editing and on-site pretests. - Recommends solutions to project design problems. - Leads professional committees with other coordinators, investigators, etc. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (five (5) plus years) in one (1) or more of the technical areas required. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in public health, health care administration, epidemiology, or other related field required. - Master's degree in public health, health care administration, epidemiology, or other related field preferred. - Strong working knowledge of research methodology/research study design, hypothesis testing and qualitative data interpretation and application. - Knowledge of medical terminology. - Project management skills required. - Excellent knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet design, and database applications. - Able to create flow charts, chart review instruments, design questionnaires, interpret data. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-13 18:56:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135372CAOakland, CA28663485http://kp.jobs/xml/28663485/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Supervisor Administrative Services -Temporary Location: Vallejo, CA Supervises and coordinates the daily operations of multiple work units in a multi-functional department. Provides leadership to and reviews the work of more than ten (10) employees performing a wide variety of multiple, routine to moderately complex administrative support activities. Essential Functions: - Supervises the day-to-day activities in accordance to ensure quality and/or quantity goals are met. - Identifies, coordinates and implements projects and/or programs to improve the quality and cost effectiveness of operations. - Ensures projects are completed on schedule following established procedures and schedules. - Estimates personnel needs and assigns work to meet completion dates. - Reviews department/unit/area performance. - Develops operating and customer service procedures. - Ensures compliance with department/organization policies/procedures. - May perform, especially in staff or professional groups, ongoing operational tasks of organizational units. - Supervises, coordinates and provides leadership to and reviews the work of assigned staff. - Provides training, coaching, and professional development. - Interviews and recommends candidates for employment or termination. - Conducts performance evaluations and salary reviews for assigned staff. - Resolves grievances. - Assists manager with development of short and long-range departmental goals and objectives. - Accountable for non-payroll budget expenses. - Participates in the budget planning and preparation process of assigned work units to meet the fiscal goals for capital, payroll and non-payroll expenses. - Provides support and advice to management. - Serves as a liaison between management, other departments, subordinates and/or members. - Resolves problems and complaints from client departments, other managers and/or members. - Conducts analyses and produces management reports. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience supervising a multi-disciplinary staff of non-exempt and entry level exempt employees. - Experience conducting training programs. - Experience with budget management. - Experience and knowledge of procedures/policies/regulations in a specific functional area. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business administration. - Proficient in a variety of software applications. - Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects and use time management skills and independent judgment. - Ability to adapt to shifting priorities. - Team player, tactful and diplomatic. - Strong customer service and interpersonal skills required to communicate effectively with all levels of management internal/external. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to September 2, 2012.2012-05-13 18:56:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135377CAVallejo, CA28663486http://kp.jobs/xml/28663486/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Service Unit Manager II Non-RN (120244) Location: Santa Clara, CA Manages a large unit or multiple units providing ambulatory services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains budgets and on-going staff development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of a large unit or multiple units in an outpatient facility. - Ensures assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance w/ The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements. - Collaborates w/ physicians and other health care providers in establishing, implementing, and maintaining patient care and quality service standards to meet members and internal clients expectations. - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Develops and monitors budgets and resource allocations. - Monitors financial performance, identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs, and improves quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, and train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Provides on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policies and procedures which support the organizations goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader and Department Chief in developing the level of patient services and the day-to-day operations of the department. - Manages and resolves human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience in management/leadership roles required (usually five (5) years). - Significant supervisory experience required (usually five (5) years). - Significant experience in an outpatient care setting preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a health related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - BLS certification preferred. - Knowledge of The Joint Commission, and other local, state, and federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-13 18:56:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135171CASanta Clara, CA28663476http://kp.jobs/xml/28663476/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Director Risk and Patient Safety Location: Santa Rosa, CA Responsible for the strategic planning, implementation & effectiveness of a comprehensive Risk Management & Patient Safety Program across the continuum, linking the plans w/ the organizational vision & mission as well as leadership's goals & objectives. Essential Functions: - Ensures that a highly effective Risk Management & Patient Safety Education Program is developed, implemented & sustained. - Authors annual risk management & patient safety (Safe Care) plan that links program goals w/ (1) organizational vision & mission statements & strategic priorities set by the governing body (2) previous year's accomplishments (3) results of ongoing monitoring & evaluations & (4) licensing & accreditation requirements. - Develops & maintains highly effective relationships w/ key stakeholders & departments such as leadership team members, professional staff & its leadership, quality management/performance improvement department, continuing professional staff education, patient care services, pharmacy, infection control, environmental health & safety, employee assistance program staff, healthcare ombudsman & mediator, local & regional medical legal, member services as well as external regulatory & accrediting bodies. - Partners w/ Assistant Physician-in-Chief for Risk to ensure program goals & objectives are operationalized across the continuum. - Co-chairs the Medical Center's Risk Management/Patient Safety focused committees fulfilling the organizational obligations for committee management & reporting structure. - Responsible for the Management of Risk Data & Information: Develops & fosters internal risk identification mechanisms including, but not limited to, incident reports, staff referrals, medical records reviews, review of patient complaints, reviewing pertinent quality improvement information, closed claims analysis & environmental risk/safety assessments. - Communicates pertinent risk management information through regular & ad hoc analysis reports regarding trends, patterns, & issues to the KFH/HP Board of Directors, Leaders, TPMG leadership, Executive Committee, other committees/groups as appropriate. - Recommends patient safety/error reduction initiatives to leadership. - Facilitates the design of error reduction projects & maintains oversight to ensure projects stay on track. - Ensures root cause analyses are conducted timely & meet the test of being thorough & credible. - Ensures high-risk processes are identified for Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA). - Responds to emerging needs of the organization relating to new legislation & standards by drafting policies & procedures &/or assisting departments w/ revisions of current procedures. - Provides risk management expertise to physicians & staff when faced w/ patient care dilemmas. - Represents the organization during patient/family conference, as appropriate & required. - Coordinates w/ Medical-Legal Affairs to investigate or assist w/ claims investigation, as appropriate. - Represents the Medical Center on regional committees as requested & appointed. - Represents Kaiser Permanente to outside organizations & regulatory & accrediting bodies, as requested & appropriate. - Manages staff & makes recommendations regarding the need for staff, space & other resources. - Manages & resolves human resources & labor relations specific to the Risk Management & Patient Safety Department. - Assume other duties as directed. Secondary Functions: - Programs will be directed at the identification, analysis, and implementation of initiatives to improve systems of healthcare while reducing human error within the system. - Also responsible for ensuring appropriate actions are taken when heatlhcare errors have occurred and caused harm to members, patients, staff and/or the organization. - Consults with providers and staff regarding specific patient care dilemmas. - Builds and sustains strong, effective relationships with KFH/HP and TPMG leaders/managers/staff. - Ensures collaboration with local and regional Medical Legal Departments. - Participates in CME and CEU program through the provision of programs on such topics as loss prevention, informed consent process, confidentiality, communcation of unanticipated outcomes, and human factors. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial experience (usually seven (7) plus years) in risk management/patient safety or performance improvement in an integrated healthcare delivery system. - Bachelor's degree required; strongly preferred to be in nursing of other clinical healthcare field. - Advanced degree in law, healthcare risk management, healthcare business or business administration strongly preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of risk management principles. - Demonstrated knowledge & understanding of legal principles of tort w/ ability to apply in any situation. - Ability to apply federal/state healthcare laws & accreditation standards to all settings of care. - Proven basic statistical analysis & problem-solving skills. - Persuasive oral & written skills. - Strong interpersonal skills w/ proven ability to influence across functional lines. - Success in curriculum development & presentations to large groups of diverse healthcare providers. - User knowledge of various software applications. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-13 18:56:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135188CASanta Rosa, CA28663477http://kp.jobs/xml/28663477/jobUSANovatoTitle: Inpatient Psychiatric Case Manager Location: Novato, CA Provides inpatient and intensive outpatient case management for high-risk, high-utilizing members with acute and/or chronic psychiatric conditions across the continuum of care. Develops treatment and care plans for the specific population. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, coordinates, assesses, and evaluates services provided to members to promote quality and cost effective outcomes. - Develops and maintains case management policies and procedures to assure optimal and appropriate member utilization of services. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization management, transfer coordination, discharge planning, and obtaining all authorizations/ approvals for outside services. - Participates in the development of care paths. - As an Intensive Case Manager coordinates the care of a large caseload of high risk patients and provides assessments and interventions in the community including in-home visits. - Consults with internal and external physicians, health care providers, discharge planning, and outside agencies regarding continued care/treatment or hospitalization. - Arranges and monitors follow-up appointments. - Makes referrals to appropriate community services. - Identifies and recommends opportunities for cost savings and quality of care improvements across the continuum. - Develops and collects reports and data, and trends utilization of health care resources. - Develops and presents in-service training and communication to both internal and external stakeholders. - Interprets regulations, health plan benefits, policies, and procedures for members, physicians, medical office staff, contract providers, and outside agencies. - Coordinates the transmission of clinical and benefit information and treatment to patients, families and outside agencies including issuing Non-Coverage and Denial of Benefits letters consistent with Health Plan Regulations. - Acts as liaison to psychiatry clinics outside agencies, non-plan facilities, and outside providers. - Coordinates repatriation of patients and monitors their quality of care. - Provides administrative case management oversight to Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities, Crisis Residential Programs and IMDs to ensure that services delivered to our members meet Kaiser's Quality and Utilization expectations and guidelines. - Provides administrative on-call to the RSR/Sub-regional Office. - Provides Clinical and Administrative documentation in accordance with Kaiser Regional Psychiatric Standards including the Inpatient/Integrated Urgent Services Guidelines. - Travel is required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience, usually two (2) years in an inpatient psychiatric setting or psychiatric emergency service. - Previous experience, usually two (2) years of care management or clinical experience, and responsibility for a large caseload (50-100) for an extended period of time. - Demonstrated experience in utilization data collection and cost benefit analysis. - Master's (Social Work or Psychology), or PhD (Psychology) required. - LCSW, MFT or Psychologist License required. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Demonstrated expertise in crisis management. - Knowledge of TJC, and other local, state, and federal regulations. - Must be able to work in a Labor Partnership Environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with home visits and telephonic case management of high complexity, high utilizer population.2012-05-13 18:56:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135168CANovato, CA28663475http://kp.jobs/xml/28663475/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Clerk G1 Weekend, (No. 12-RUN-03), (Temporary) Location: Oakland, CA Essential Functions: - Transports specimens for processing, testing and/or distribution. - Establishes priority for timely transport of specimens from hospital and satellite collection sites (on occasion) to the main processing and testing lab area in a manner to contribute to a total turnaround time of less than 1 hour from the time of specimen collection. - Interacts with the LIS to log-in appropriate specimens for testing. - Communicates effectively with co-workers to ensure efficient specimen handling. - Employs proper procedures of safety and infection control when handling specimens. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Uses communication devices (pagers, phones, walkie-talkie, etc) effectively in responding to pickup and delivery of specimens. - Walk, ride shuttle or employs other modes available to transport specimens and materials in the timeframe needed. - Employs good judgment to ensure expedient transportation of specimens. - Sets appropriate priorities to respond to changing workload and conditions. - Knows and follows Infection Control Policies and procedures. - May perform various clerical tasks; i.e. maintaining log sheets, distributing paperwork/reports, filing, photocopying and other miscellaneous tasks. - All tasks are to be done accurately, in a timely fashion, and according to departmental procedure. - Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum High School / GED - Computer keyboard skills preferred. - Good oral and written English communication, additional languages desirable. - Ability to lift, transport and distribute lab supplies. - Good patient or customer relations skills based on previous work experience. - Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership (LMP). - Physical Requirements: Specific assignments require prolonged standing, bending, walking, sitting and ability to lift and move supplies. - Good mobility is essential. - Duties require manual dexterity in performance of wrist/hand intensive tasks. Schedule: Short-Hour Temporary, 16 hours per week, Day shift. Sunday and Saturday: 3:00pm to 11:30pm. Expected length of employment: up to three (3) months.2012-05-13 18:56:46United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134382CAOakland, CA28663474http://kp.jobs/xml/28663474/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Staff RN - MCH Float Pool, Part-time, K304P Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in mother/baby care. - NRP completion required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. Preferred Qualifications: - PALS, ACLS, and Advanced Fetal Monitoring. Notes: - PC# K304. - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm - 7:00 am withback up eight (8) hour shift 3:00 pm-11:00 pm. - This is a mother child float position. - Rotating weekends. - Works 'Payday' weekend.2012-05-12 18:47:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134023CASan Diego, CA28657101http://kp.jobs/xml/28657101/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Staff RN - MCH Float Pool, Full-time, K305P Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in mother/baby care. - NRP completion required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. Preferred Qualifications: - PALS, ACLS, and Advanced Fetal Monitoring. Notes: - PC# K305. - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm - 7:00 am withback up eight (8) hour shift 3:00 pm-11:00 pm. - This is a mother child float position. - Rotating weekends. - Works 'Non Payday' weekend.2012-05-12 18:47:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134025CASan Diego, CA28657099http://kp.jobs/xml/28657099/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Staff RN - Hospital Y1/ O239 PT Eves 4hr Shifts Float Pool Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN licenseand AHA BLS certification. - One(1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Notes: - PC# O239 - Rotating weekends. - Works 'Non Payday' weekend.2012-05-12 18:47:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134039CASan Diego, CA28657102http://kp.jobs/xml/28657102/jobUSAWest CovinaTitle: Clinical Program Manager I - CDRP Location: West Covina, CA These positions are responsible at one site (established clinic) for the coordination, planning, design, development, delivery, and evaluation/continuous improvement of out-and/or in-patient psychotherapy programs for groups of patients and/or individual patients (adults, adolescents, children, and families). Managing psychotherapeutic programs for Addition Medicine and/or Psychiatric patients that add value and are integrated with Behavioral Health Care service priorities and performance standards, as well as with strategic organizational goals/objectives Providing clinical and administrative direction for licensed non-MD clinicians/providers. Essential Functions: - Manages the delivery of timely, appropriate, cost-effective and high quality services/programs for assigned site - Assures continuity of care and appropriate utilization of resources both within and outside of Behavioral Health Care - Assists physicians and department managers in short and long-range planning of psychotherapeutic/psychiatric social work programs/services that meet identified needs of members and purchasers - Ensures that the professional practice standards for group and/or individual therapeutic modalities and psychodiagnostic testing are maintained by clinicians - Evaluates the professional clinical practice of staff and provides professional staff with regular/appropriate training, direction, supervision, and consultation - Integrates and coordinates psychiatric and/or addiction medicine programs with other in-and out-patient departments as well as with community resources - Achieves a continuum of care within Behavioral Health Care Services - Develops systems and methodologies for continuous improvement of group and/or individual treatment modalities - Evaluates effectiveness of program and services - Review/evaluates group therapy designs - Establishes group protocols - Delineates inclusion/exclusion criteria and utilizes pre-and post testing evaluations - Conducts on-going program evaluation of individual and/or group modalities and, in concert with the department manager and/or Chief of Service, develops/maintains systems and processes for outcomes management/improvement and for identifying the need for revised and/or new clinical treatment programs, designs, and/or protocols - May develop and implement policies, procedures and systems to ensure customer/member/patient/purchase satisfaction and member/patient access - In concert with other personnel and physicians, responds to and resolves service, access, and provider concerns/issues - Develops and maintains departmental policies and procedures to meet Behavioral Health Care and organizational operational, business, and strategic goals/objectives - Participates in-or independently conducts - performance evaluation of professional staff - May hire, train/orient, coach, discipline, or terminate professional staff - In concert with the Chief, and department manager maximizes and manages physical, fiscal, and human resources and manages/reduces associated costs - Analyzes departmental volume/workload indicators and evaluates/improves utilization and productivity of staff - Less than 50% of working time may provide direct psychotherapeutic services to individual patients and/or patient groups Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) - five (5) years of clinical experience as a staff clinician in a mental health setting - One (1) year of experience in managing/supervising the development, delivery and evaluation of clinical mental health programs. - Master's degree in a field/discipline related to mental health such as psychology, social work, counseling, behavioral science, psychiatric/chemical dependency nursing specialty - Proof of current state of California license in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) or Clinical Psychology or licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Current CA RN license - Demonstrated knowledge of individual and/or group psychotherapeutic treatment modalities and techniques - Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, implement, coordinate and evaluate/improve multi-discipline group and/or individual program for patients (children, adolescents, adults, and families) - Interpersonal and leadership skills Notes: - Candidate will function as OD and will be triaging2012-05-12 18:47:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134046CAWest Covina, CA28657104http://kp.jobs/xml/28657104/jobUSAOntarioTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital PACU Location: Ontario, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS. -One (1)-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in PACU, or Critical Care or completion of a KP PACU course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. -Current ACLS and PALS card required. -The ability to take call within a 30 minute response time. Notes: -Rotating weekends.2012-05-12 18:47:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134166CAOntario, CA28657105http://kp.jobs/xml/28657105/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Psych Social Worker (Bilingual) Location: Fontana, CA The psychiatric social worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention & psycho-education to members and/or family members. Must be familiar with all aspects of psychopathology and recognize the appropriate and timely clinical treatment intervention needed. The psychiatric social worker may work with specific age group as is determined by training and certificate. Must be familiar with and have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. A major time of the position will be spent in direct patient care. Essential Functions: - Competencies: Timely & appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning & treatment intervention of members. - Appropriate selection of treatment modality to member's presenting problem. - Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member & clinical staff. - Provides high internal & external customer/patient satisfaction. - Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies. - Provides appropriate & timely documentation of clinical encounters in member's charts. - Is knowledgeable of KP & community resources. - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care & license - Maintains license. - Conduct initial interview w/ Members by eliciting & interpreting the psychological & social meaning of complaints. - Determines urgency of member's need. - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation & recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality. - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents, & children. - Renders appropriate & immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services. - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports & letters; phones, writes & visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools, relatives, and friends to obtain pertinent information. - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants & community resources - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information & referrals. - Proficient in identifying & treating the span of developmental stages. - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group, family, & child therapy. - Complies w/ organizational, departmental, state/federal guidelines & all regulatory agency policies & procedures. - Participates in QM & CQI activities. Qualifications: This is a repost of 131156. Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II. - Two (2) years of post-graduate experience in a behavioral health setting required. - Master's degree in a social work required. - Valid and current California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license or (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)required. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Knowledge of and ability to utilize current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) nomenclature required. PreferredQualifications: - Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. - Abilityto work in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams, and have excellent customer service skills. -Ability to work in a Labor/ManagementPartnership environment. Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - General education programs to support pediatric and adult weight management, and Psychosocial programs - The work schdule varies some evening hours (1 to 2x weekly) coverage for evening classes. - Will travel throughtout the Fontana Service Area. - The position home base will be PC I, but is able to work anywhere it's determined there is a need for education. - May require Saturdays. - Must have dependable transportation. - Will require lifing and moving program supplies that could be up to 50 pounds.2012-05-12 18:47:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133606CAFontana, CA28657094http://kp.jobs/xml/28657094/jobUSARiversideTitle: Pharmacist - (KMK-9507) Location: Riverside, CA Under indirect supervision, consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provide direction to Pharmacist Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians, & non-licensed personnel. Dispenses compounds, procures, stores, & distributes pharmacy products. Provide medical personnel & patients w/ medication & information & product identification. Perform other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Interviews patient to obtain information regarding drug use, drug allergies & sensitivities & documents the information to appropriate records of the pharmacy information system; advises patients verbally & w/ written materials on significant precautions, proper drug therapy & administration, the use of related devices & the coordination of drug therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Reviews & interprets prescription orders & verifies accuracy & completeness of patient labeling & input into pharmacy information system - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmaceuticals & pharmacy products, including antineoplastics and/or other sterile products as required, according to legal requirements, established policies & procedures, & accepted professional standards of practice - Evaluates & resolves real or potential drug therapy problems related to interpretation of prescriptions, drug furnishing irregularities, service complaints & issues such as drug procurement or equipment problems, according to established polices & procedures - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning care & treatment of patients, related critical diagnoses, drug dosage, interactions, dosage forms, & other factors which might influence the course of treatment & the activity medications; suggests changes in drug therapy and/or use, as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe & efficient work environment Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current registration with the California State Board of Pharmacy - Must have excellent verbal & written communication skills - Knowledge of federal & state laws, regulations, & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Must be able to type prescription labels MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to lift or transport items weighing from 1-50 lbs - Ability for frequent bending/stooping/reaching - Ability to learn computer systems - Ability to stand for long periods of time - Ability toread fine print Notes: - PR # KMK-9507 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required - Must be willing to work at multiple locations within the Riverside and Coachella Valley Area2012-05-12 18:47:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133646CARiverside, CA28657095http://kp.jobs/xml/28657095/jobUSASanta AnaTitle: Psychologist Per Diem Location: Santa Ana, CA Performs diagnoses & psychological assessments of referred patients by administering, scoring & interpreting psychometric & projective tests as well as other psycho-diagnostic techniques & behavior observations. Essential Functions: - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care & license, maintains license - Performs diagnoses & psychological assessments of referred patients by administering, scoring & interpreting psychometric & projective tests as well as other psycho-diagnostic techniques & behavior observations - Assesses brain functioning & pathology through the administration of special psychological techniques per mental health benefit contract - Transmits diagnostic & assessment information to referring professionals through verbal & written reports - Offers consultation & in-service training to other mental health professionals on clinical issues relevant to the prevention, diagnosis & treatment of psychological disorders to include consultation w/ physicians on psychological factors in the physical health or illness of individuals - May conduct research of human behavior & possible methods for eliminating psychological disorders - Conducts program evaluation to assess quality of care & cost effectiveness of clinical procedures - Offers research & program design consultation - Conducts initial interview w/ member by eliciting & interpreting the psychological & social meaning of complaints - Determines urgency of member's needs - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation & recommends a course of therapeutic action; selects appropriate treatment modality - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents & children - Renders appropriate & immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports & letters; phones, writes & visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools, relatives, friends to obtain pertinent information - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants & community resources - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information & referrals - Proficient in identifying & treating the span of developmental stages - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but limited to individual, group, family & child therapy - Complies w/ organization, department, state, federal, regulatory agency guidelines, policies & procedures Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) or more years of post graduate experience in a behavioral health setting -Internship in a Psychological Association (PA) approved program preferred. - Doctorate degree from an APA accredited University with specialization in a field of clinical or counseling psychology. - Current license as a Psychologist by the California Board of Behavioral Examiners. Preferred Qualifications: - Recent experience in treatingAutistic children and their families and conducting ADHD evaluations. - Bilingual (English/Spanish). Level I Notes: - This is a Per Diem position, days and hours may vary.2012-05-12 18:47:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133663CASanta Ana, CA28657096http://kp.jobs/xml/28657096/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Lvl III Staff RN - Clinic Location: Bellflower, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS Certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care. - ONS Provider Card required. - PICC didactic course with PICC insertion validation as applicable. Preferred Qualifications: - BSN preferred. - One (1) year full-time equivalent experience within the last three (3) years as an RN within the area of specialty either in Emergency or acute care hospital specialty ambulatory setting. - Recent IV experience within the last year. - Must have good assessment/triage skills both face to face and via telephone. - Leadership experience. - Demonstrated clinical assessment both telephonic and hands on. - Demonstrated leadership skills. - Must have good communication and interpersonal skills. - Good customer service is expected. - PICC/Central line management and chemotherapeutic drug administration experience in either inpatient or outpatient setting. - Home IV equipment. - Health Connect, KPDS, OPAS. Notes: - Rotating weekend calls/standby. - May work split shifts. Start and end time will vary according to departmental needs. - Required to learn and perform 'Consistent Messaging and Customer Service Behaviors' and comply with the attendance program. - Will be required to work a split campus Bellflower and the new hospital Downey Medical Center.2012-05-12 18:47:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132938CABellflower, CA28657085http://kp.jobs/xml/28657085/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Harbor City, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year within the last 3 years full-time equivalent experience in an acute care or ambulatory care. Notes - If ten (10) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:30 am-6:00 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 7:30 am-4:00 pm.2012-05-12 18:47:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133462CAHarbor City, CA28657093http://kp.jobs/xml/28657093/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Staff RN - Hospital Location: Woodland Hills, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification -One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Notes: - This is a Per Diem position - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm-7:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:00 pm-11:30 pm.2012-05-12 18:46:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia118603CAWoodland Hills, CA28657080http://kp.jobs/xml/28657080/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - ICU Location: Woodland Hills, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS Certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Critical Care or completion of a Kaiser Permanente (KP) or equivalent Critical Care course within prior 12 months. -Current ACLS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Must be currently working in an acute care ICU or have one year recent experience in an ICU. - Proof of completion of a Critical Care Course. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm-7:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm-7:30 am. - Works rotating weekends2012-05-12 18:46:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia117781CAWoodland Hills, CA28657079http://kp.jobs/xml/28657079/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Financial Analyst Financial Reporting Location: Oakland, CA This position is responsible for distributing, updating, reviewing, tracking and receiving monthly and quarterly reports, schedules and templates; performing reconciliations; loading data into TM1 and producing TM1 reports; assisting in the monthly, quarterly and annual close process; and other duties as assigned. Essential Functions: -Perform various monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliations as directed. - Update schedules or reports, create additional ones as needed, distribute to regions/entities, track their return and copy and distribute to appropriate POFR staff. -Assist in processing manual checks. - Produce monthly Summary Statement of Membership and Net Income (Flash Report). - Load regional/entity data into the TM1 cube. - Assist in performing quality control checks on IMROP and other documents/reports. -Monitor compliance with records retention policy. - Prepare monthly and year-end close calendars and checklists, or assist/backup other staff in this function. - Track timeliness of various regional/entity deliverables to POFR and prepare Timeliness report each month for distribution to regions/entities, or act as backup to staff performing this function. - Collects PBC information for year-end audit or act as backup to staff performing this function. -Assist as directed by the Manager of Financial Reporting in the closing process and the preparation of financial statements. -Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically two (2) to four (4) years financial analysis or related experience. - Bachelor's degree in finance related field or equivalent experience. - General application of financial analysis concepts and principles. - Full use and application of standard, financial analysis principles, theories, concepts and techniques. - Required proficiency in PC based word processing and spreadsheet applications, including advanced functions such as graphics, pivot tables and macros. - Working knowledge of financial analysis policies, practices and systems. - Able to formulate study designs and conduct analyses. - Frequent use and general knowledge of industry practices, techniques and standards.2012-05-12 18:45:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135077CAOakland, CA28657074http://kp.jobs/xml/28657074/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Auditor, Internal Audit Services (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Senior Auditor Oakland,CA Internal Audit Services (IAS) is looking for a Senior Auditor. Essential Functions: -Effectively prepare a well-developed audit approach and document high quality work papers for complex financial and operational audits. -Understand and document business systems / processes using narrative and/or flowcharting techniques. -Prepare and utilize risk assessment tools, audit-related exhibits, materials, communications, etc. as required. -Analyze findings, determine 'root causes', formulate opinions, and develop recommendations. -Prepare work papers documenting and supporting audit procedures and techniques conducted. - Under guidance of Auditor-in-Charge, may prepare audit presentations to management. -Other duties as assigned. -25-35% travel. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -Typically less than 5 years of professional auditing or comparable experience -Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, information systems or related field or equivalent experience required. - Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and experience in applying the principles and practices of internal auditing in accounting, financial, and operational environments, including auditing business functions and information technology systems. - Demonstrated general accounting, financial and business skills, knowledge, and experience. - Demonstrated skills in the identification and resolution of business problems within a team setting. Ability to research and identify best practices. - Demonstrated ability to understand and document business processes and related internal controls in narrative and/or flowchart formats. - Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize general audit software such as ACL, AutoAudit, etc. - Basic project management skills. - Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing demands and environment and rapidly develop in-depth knowledge of new audit areas. - Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills. Ability to persuade, articulate & defend positions. - Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access) - Ability to travel 25-35% of the time One of the following certifications is strongly preferred: - Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) If currently not certified, employee is expected to actively demonstrate progress toward completion of certification within a reasonable time as approved by the VP, Internal Audit Services.2012-05-12 18:45:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135379CAOakland, CA28657075http://kp.jobs/xml/28657075/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Manager Finance Financial Planning Location: Oakland, CA The Manager of Finance willmanage a financial planning unit that provides key business processes, data, analysis and reporting that supports the attainment of finance goals. He or she will be responsible for managing the processes that consolidates and analyzes the annual budgets, strategic plan, quarterly forecasts, and monthly budget/forecast to actual variance analysis. This position will be a change management expert and guide the finance organization through change. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership and direction for the staff in accordance with the overall strategic direction of the department. - Facilitates the ongoing learning, well-being, professional satisfaction and development of staff through training, work assignments, increased responsibility/autonomy and mentoring. - Serves as the content expert of the responsible area, providing assistance and advice. - Recommends financial process improvement to finance leadership - Communicates information effectively, translating financial data into meaningful information that support business decision-making. - Applies understanding of operational and financial performance to anticipate and meet the needs of clients. - Holds unit to high standards of performance. - Assures integrity of data and analysis. - Partners with stakeholder groups in resolving operational / planning issues, and gaining acceptance and approvals. - Coordinates Financial Planning activities with stakeholder groups. - Prepares analysis and presentation for senior leadership. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -Three or moreyears of management experience. -Five or more years ofyears of related experience. - Four (4) year degree in related field or equivalent experience. - Requires full knowledge of own area of functional responsibility and working knowledge of another function. - Proficiency with Microsoft office (i.e. Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint). Preferred Experience: - Master's in Business Administration. - Strongdirectly related financial planning and analysis experience. - Experience with TM1, Cognos, or relational databases. - Knowledge in one of the following: accounting, finance, quantitative analysis, financial analysis, information systems, or organizational development. - Excellent skills in analytic problem solving and group processes.2012-05-12 18:45:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135431CAOakland, CA28657076http://kp.jobs/xml/28657076/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Consultant, Marketing Analytics - Oakland, CA Location: Oakland, CA Summary/Overall Purpose The Direct Marketing group is responsible for developing and implementing targeted direct response marketing strategies to support business line growth objectives. This position's primary role is to provide analytical support by way of marketing and consumer insights to inform our direct marketing learning agenda. The Senior Consultant is expected to bring scientific rigor to marketing, fostering a test-and-learn approach, with the end goal of maximizing the effectiveness of marketing efforts. Also demonstrates a thirst for knowledge and natural curiosity that leads to continuous improvement in analytical techniques used and in marketing processes. In this position, the Senior Consultant will also manage a team of analysts. The specific focus will be on consumer loyalty and retention marketing programs within Direct Marketing. Responsibilities include: 1. Support business objectives in making strategic data-driven decisions by analyzing, internally managing and reporting data 2. Design and execute complex analytics projects that involve data collection and statistical analysis 3. Contribute to problem solving, process design and analytical report development. Problem-solving continually involves new concepts and creativity where precedents are limited. 4. Support the design and analysis of direct marketing campaigns 5. Hires, assesses, coaches and develops staff. Provides oversight, coaching & management to individual contributors 6. Requires significantly complex decision-making and a high level of judgment to make appropriate decisions for diverse and ambiguous issues. 7. Generally involves a high degree of interpretation and analysis of somewhat obscure or inconclusive data. Qualifications: Experience 5+ years experience in direct marketing analytics, marketing insights, or statistical analysis with a proven ability to translate data and analysis into actionable business insights to a business minded audience - Experience manipulating large databases as well as ad hoc data and reports to generate insights - Proven track record of direct marketing tactics, creative thinking, and problem solving. - Experience managing staff, cross functional and external partners in fast paced, deadline oriented environment. - Demonstrated ability to lead professionals and manage others through influence and collaboration. - Demonstrated ability to communicate technical messages and translate them into business level benefits. Education/Training - Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, mathematics, economics or related field required. Master's degree in relevant field a plus. - Minimum experience: 4 + years experience in data analysis - Prior experience in database marketing, reporting, market profiling or general analytics preferred - Understanding of SAS, SPSS or other statistical analysis package - Experienced in regression analysis using SAS - Understanding of statistically designed tests and response models - Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct complex data analysis using Microsoft Excel and Access. Demonstrated ability to manipulate data, understand complexities, and generate relevant reports. - Excellent organizational and communication skills required, both oral and written. - Flexible and creative, with a collaborative work style. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. - Attention to detail and strong follow-through. - High-energy and self-motivated. - Proven ability to interpret data and express implications of analysis to clients - Excellent analytical, written and verbal skills - Proven self-starter with strong ability to meet deadlines.2012-05-12 18:45:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135562CAOakland, CA28657078http://kp.jobs/xml/28657078/jobUSAAlamedaTitle: Director, Human Resources - Human Resources Service Center (Alameda, CA) Location: Alameda, CA HR Leadership is on a journey to transform the service, quality and capabilities of Kaiser Permanente's HR Service Center (HRSC). We are creating a new position of Director, Human Resources to be based at the HRSC in Alameda, CA. Some of the key responsibilities of this new role include: - Acting as the strategic HR Business Partner to the HRSC senior leadership - Leading an integrated Talent Management approach - Driving change efforts to achieve business results - Partnering in the development and implementation of a shared services approach for the HRSC Position Develops & implements HR programs & initiatives (e.g., salary review, workforce planning, & organizational change). Partners w/ senior management in the development of solutions through cultural & process perspective organizational development. Often viewed as a strategic business partner, change agent, & member of the line management staff selects, develops, & evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Essential Functions: - Manages extremely complex organization(s) that may include multiple lines of business - Manages the efforts of direct & indirect reports, & collaborates w/, provides guidance to & influences employees, clients & matrix partners - Responsible for selecting, developing, & deploying staff in the most effective manner to meet assigned objectives - Responsible for performance management , compensation decisions, & providing on-going, regular performance feedback - Utilizes compensation principles to ensure that staff is appropriately selected, developed, utilized, evaluated & rewarded - Proactively engages HR staff, client leaders & matrix partners to actualize change initiatives - Develops and/or encourages new ideas/approaches - Establishes procedures & practices which promote the use of available enabling technologies (software, paperless processing, computerized record keeping, etc.) - Uses efficient & cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into the workplace & improve program effectiveness - Develops strategies using new technology to enhance decision making - Understands the impact of technological changes on the organization - Ensures that effective controls are developed & maintained to ensure the integrity of the organization - Ensures that performance appraisals are aligned w/ mission, goals & outcomes & are completed w/in established timeframes - Monitors & evaluates plans; focuses on results & measuring attainment of outcomes - Formulates effective strategies consistent w/ the business & competitive strategy of the organization and/or functional area - Examines policy issues & strategic planning w/ a long-term as well as short term perspective - Determines objectives & sets priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities & vets them w/in the HR team & w/ the client as appropriate - Leads management team to establish strategic plans & objectives for the function; may assist w/ developing some cross-functional oriented objectives - Has accountability for planning, staffing, budgeting, managing expense priorities, performance requirements, & recommending & implementing changes to methods - Influences the development & execution of functional KP-wide policies & long-term goals - Participates in development of methods, techniques & evaluation criteria for projects, programs, & people - Major impact on objectives & goals for both HR functional area as well as client groups - Actions & decisions affect many areas of KP - Responsibilities impact the integrated achievement of functional & KP objectives, that strongly contribute to long-term success or failure - Erroneous decisions/recommendations would result in failure to achieve the major functional goals & objectives, as well as have a long-term effect on an aspect of KP's success - Assume other duties as required This role is an exciting opportunity to affect significant organizational change that will benefit the entire Kaiser Permanente Workforce. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) - eight (8) years of management experience & twelve (12) + years of human resources experience, and/or equivalency - Four (4) year degree in human resources or related field OR equivalent experience - Thorough knowledge of human resources policies, practices & systems - Regularly contributes to the development of new human resources/ employee relations concepts, techniques, & standards - Considered expert in field w/in KP - Frequently contributes to the development of new department human resources/ employee relations methods - Employs expertise as a generalist or specialist Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working in a Call Center environment - Graduate coursework may be preferred - SPHR Certification preferred2012-05-12 18:44:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134948CAAlameda, CA28657073http://kp.jobs/xml/28657073/jobUSABurbankTitle: Project Manager-Specialist Location: Burbank, CA Responsible for employing standard project management methods and techniques to ensure successful completion of technology related projects, including system upgrades or implementations. Projects can vary from small, short term projects through large, enterprise level projects across functional areas. Responsible for producing or managing the production of the entire portfolio of project deliverables, including project timelines, budget, task and issue tracking, etc. Engages clients and functional peer groups in information gathering/research, issue identification and management, and change management/acceptance. Essential Functions: - Project planning: Responsible for planning and conducting project kickoff meetings, defining project scope, facilitating technical/operational requirements identification, developing detailed project plans, project budget or anticipated savings, and establishing a framework for the management of on-going project activities. - Project execution and tracking: Manages the project management process, including leading project meetings. - Oversees project activities such as documenting issues, action items, user requirements, or deliverables from project meetings. - Manages a variety of project related activities, including: updating project schedules and plans, project communications, budget tracking, etc. - Accomplishes all work within established methodologies and standards. - Issues management: Identifies and tracks project issues, resolving issues where possible or escalating to higher management when needed. - Assesses and manages risks and drives mitigation activities. - Change management: Influences and gains commitment to change. - Partners with clients and project team members to drive communications and change management activities for each project deliverable. - May be responsible for participating in the development of communications and change management materials. - Business and process improvement: Identifies opportunities for business or process improvement and makes associated recommendations as appropriate. - Business Case development: Leads business case development and benefits realization tracking. - Customer Service: Actively engages clients through all phases of the project life cycle, ensuring client satisfaction through timely communication and consistent completion of deliverables within communicated timeframes. - Responsibilities impact at the enterprise level, including project deliverables and project timelines at the enterprise level. - Responsible for the development of functional objectives. - Has budgetary influence or manages a project budget. Generally this is defined as a project budget, or anticipated savings, of greater than $10M. - Work is generally conducted across up to 10 interdependent work tracks. - Requires a high level of judgment and risk taking to make appropriate decisions for diverse, sophisticated, and undefined issues. - Requires significantly complex decision-making where measurement of outcomes may be undefined or highly unclear. - Organizes and guides project operations through highly complex decision making regarding resource allocation, project scope and deliverables in the context of conflicting, often ambiguous priorities. - May have formal supervisory responsibilities. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum eight (8) plus years of experience with dedicated project management using industry standard project management tools and techniques. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. - Microsoft Project - project plan creation and maintenance and conceptualization of project components and deliverables. - Ability to facilitate project planning meetings to articulate project components and deliverables with high level audiences. - Expert knowledge of information technology and applications.2012-05-12 18:44:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia121424CABurbank, CA28657072http://kp.jobs/xml/28657072/jobUSALivermoreTitle: Health Education Instructor II Location: Livermore, CA Conducts health education classes using basic to moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser members and non-members. May conduct classes of various health related topics. Essential Functions: - Teaches and models self-management skills, concepts, resources, and tools related to health, lifestyle change and behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction and counseling as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants and modifies class content or teaching methods to meet those needs. - Applies evidence-based education techniques in teaching methods. - Answers questions and provides class participants w/ appropriate resources of information. - Arranges and coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, and audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, and timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers and collects class evaluation forms and class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, and answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training and education such as those related to workplace safety, legal and regulatory compliance, accreditation and license requirements, and department specific requirements. - Maintains and promotes knowledge and utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, and behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente and through the community. Secondary Functions: - Teach classes on childbirth/breastfeeding/newborn care classes. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent related to field of course instruction. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification in the field as appropriate to the course instruction - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and group process. - Basic knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, and behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques and presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently and exercise professional judgment. Preferred Qualifications: - Childbirth, Breastfeeding certifications2012-05-12 18:43:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135098CALivermore, CA28657025http://kp.jobs/xml/28657025/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Patient Care Coordinator RN Location: San Jose, CA Please be aware that this position is currently under review as part of the jurisdictional process with the California Nurses Association to determine whether such position should be assigned to the CNA bargaining unit. This review is on a position-by-position basis and includes an analysis of the actual duties performed in each position under review.This determination will be made within the next several months.Should the determination be made that the position does belong to the CNA bargaining unit, you will be offered the opportunity to (a) follow the work into the CNA bargaining unit and become a member of the union, or (b) seek other employment within the organization. Should you have any questions regarding this notice, please contact your recruiter for further information. Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses, and evaluates care provided to members. - In conjunction with physicians, evaluates and develops discharge plans, recommends alternative levels of care, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. - Develops and maintains case management policies and procedures. - Coordinates, directs, and performs concurrent and retrospective reviews, and monitors level and quality of care. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization management, transfer coordination, discharge planning, and obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for patients/families. - Consults with physicians, health care providers, discharge planning and outside agencies regarding continued care/treatment or hospitalization. - Encourages members to follow plans of care (e.g., drug therapy, physical therapy). - Makes referrals to appropriate community services. - Identifies and recommends opportunities for cost savings and improving the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops and collects data, and trends utilization of health care resources. - Interprets regulations, health plan benefits, policies, and procedures for members, physicians, medical office staff, contract providers, and outside agencies. - Coordinates transmission of clinical and benefit treatment to patients, families and outside agencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous case management experience preferred. - Demonstrated experience in utilization management, discharge planning, or transfer coordination. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in nursing or health related field. - Masters degree preferred. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. -BLS Required. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal/state/local regulations. Schedule: Part-Time Regular, 24 hours per week, Variable shifts. Requires every-other Weekend shifts and Holidays. Schedule varies depending on departmental needs, variable start times. Primary assignments will be Night shift in the Emergency Department. However, this position requires cross-training for both inpatient and Emergency Department PCC job duties.2012-05-12 18:43:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135099CASan Jose, CA28657026http://kp.jobs/xml/28657026/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Sr Physical Therapist-Full-time-Sacramento, CA Location: Sacramento, CA Provides independent physical therapy management of patients under the direction of the Rehabilitation Services Director or designee. Provides physical therapy services in specialized patient care clinics, and assists in the development, implementation and review of departmental patient care programs. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning for physical therapy. - Implements the treatment plan through direct treatment of the patient, delegates a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly reassesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patients towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Participates in appropriate and approved educational and clinical research activities in physical therapy. - Participates in specialized patient care clinics outside the department. - Assists in the development, implementation, and review of departmental patient care programs. - Performs other duties as needed in the areas of staff education, departmental operations, and departmental projects. Demonstrates on-going progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Experience treating pediatric patients preferred. Basic Qualifications: - Must have at least two (2) years experience in physical therapy. - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in Physical Therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensed to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience treating pediatric patients preferred. ++Selected applicant with less than 2 years experience may be hired as a Physical Therapist rather than a Sr. Physical Therapist ++2012-05-12 18:43:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135147CASacramento, CA28657027http://kp.jobs/xml/28657027/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Home Health Occupational Therapist Location: San Rafael, CA This job is limited to Occupational Therapists who are required to make home visits at any given time, or who have responsibilities which include working in the patients' place of residence. In accordance with agency policy and state/federal regulations, provides independent, age-appropriate occupational therapy evaluation and treatment to patients. Teaches patient/family and care givers preventative and rehabilitative procedures. Develops and coordinates the plan of care and provides case management. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction (as appropriate, in relationship to their adaptive equipment needs and Activities of Daily Living). - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals (as appropriate, for adaptive equipment). - Initiates discharge planning for occupational therapy. - Implements the plan of care through direct treatment of patient, delegates a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Based on clinical guidelines, may assess for appropriate adaptive equipment for Activities of Daily Living. May reassess adaptive equipment as needed, to determine effectiveness and/or modification of equipment. - Coordinates adaptive equipment assessment with appropriate certified equipment vendors as appropriate. - Provides instruction and education to patient, family and caregivers. - Regularly reassesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patients towards goals, and the need to modifying goals and treatment. - Evaluates need for interdisciplinary referrals to RN, PT, ST, MSW and HH Aide. - Participates in multidisciplinary patient care conferences. - Discharges patient from occupational therapy when the patient has received a maximum benefit from occupational therapy in accordance with federal (Medicare), state and/or other regulatory guidelines. - In accordance with agency policy, provides accurate, timely documentation of occupational therapy patient management (to include, as relevant, when patient has received appropriate adaptive equipment to meet medical needs). - Participates in appropriate and approved educational and clinical research activities in occupational therapy. - Participates in specialized patient care clinics outside the department. Assists in the development, implementation, and review of departmental patient care programs. - Performs other duties as needed in the areas of staff education, departmental operations, and departmental projects. - Supervises the work of Home Health Aides according to regulation and agency policy. - Demonstrates on-going progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Secondary Functions: - Develop & manage utilization & outcome measurement system for rehab in SNF, data collection & analysis, strategy development and implementation, training and consultation with contracted SNF, participate in quality program. - Provide clinic and in-home evaluations for high mobility equipment, approve equipment quotes from high mobility vendors; requires specific knowlede of DME benefit, assist with documentation required during appeal process, works closely with vendors to coordiante equipment fit. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have at least two (2) years of experience in occupational therapy. - Experience in an automated clinical information system preferred. - Experience in assessment of high mobility equipment preferred. - Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum with a bachelor's or master's degree. - Current license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in California. - Advanced Practice Certification may be required based on operational need. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - Current valid CA driver's license required. - Clinically skilled to detect early warning signs of medical complications including assessments of skin integrity and mentation. - Ability to differentiate emergent versus non-emergent patient care status. - Ability to look at patient holistically, not just body part or functional ability. - Commitment to Service Orientation. - Effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Knowledge of Medicare conditions of participation and OASIS preferred. - Computer literate preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Mon - Fri; may require some weekends and holidays. Note: Will work in Marin and Sonoma County,may include somecoverage in San Francisco.2012-05-12 18:43:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135162CASan Rafael, CA28657028http://kp.jobs/xml/28657028/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Assistant Nurse Manager - Medical Surgical Location: Vallejo, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Staff Education experience preferred. - Extensive nursing experience in Telemetry, Stroke, General Surgery.2012-05-12 18:43:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135292CAVallejo, CA28657031http://kp.jobs/xml/28657031/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Assistant Nurse Manager - Medical Surgical Location: Vallejo, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Staff Education experience preferred. - Extensive nursing experience in Telemetry, Stroke, General Surgery.2012-05-12 18:43:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135295CAVallejo, CA28657032http://kp.jobs/xml/28657032/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Service Unit Dept Mgr RN [120245] Location: Santa Clara, CA Manages a large unit or multiple units providing ambulatory services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of a large unit or multiple units. - Ensures Assistants & staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, & local requirements. - Collaborates w/ physicians & other health care providers in establishing, implementing, & maintaining patient care & quality service standards to meet members & internal clients' expectations. - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops & monitors budgets & resource allocations. - Monitors financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff. - Provides on going staff development. - Develops, implements, & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organizations goals & business objectives & ensures they are met. - Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader & Department Chief in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department. - Manages & resolves human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant, usually five (5) years of nursing experience in both outpatient care & management/leadership roles required. - Significant, usually five (5) years of supervisory experience required. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in nursing or health related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certification required. - PALS, PEARS and/or ACLS certifications may be required for positions in specific departments. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, & other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-12 18:43:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135417CASanta Clara, CA28657033http://kp.jobs/xml/28657033/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Emergency Department Technician II - Grade 465 (13002) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Under direct supervision of the physician and/or designee, assists in examination and treatment of patients. Essential Functions: - Performs within the scope/training of EDT & State/ Federal regulations including EMTALA, HIPAA risk management & other applicable regulations. - Provision of competent patient care for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population, including ensuring age-specific care & responding to cultural needs of patients & families. - Communicates clearly & w/courtesy w/all members of healthcare team, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Completes duties with regard to safety practices & policies, including infection control, workplace safety & management of aggressive behaviors. - Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers & telecommunications in documentation, tracking & conveying information. - Establishes priorities based on patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment & supplies. - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate & concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of sensitivity to staff/patient/family rights, cultural & ethical beliefs. - Participates in ED staff meetings, in-services & performance improvement activities. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients & families. - Acknowledges staff rights & cultural & ethical beliefs. - Requires dependable attendance, flexibility to scheduled shifts & staff development. - Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. - Assists w/rooming & undressing patients at the direction of the RN & ensures patient belonging are collected, bagged & tagged. - Obtains, records & reports vital signs, EKG, heights, weights & inputs/outputs of patients as directed. - Assists physicians & nurses w/various procedures, including positioning & set up of draping, prepping, monitoring devices, prepares patient for suturing, performs wound cleaning, dressings, orthopedic devices, splints & crutch fitting. - Assists patients to/from bathroom, in general ambulation, & transports as needed. - Assists health care team in emergency situations including resuscitation. - Assists w/discharge process under direction of physician or nurse. - Cleans ED gurneys & equipment for efficient provision of care, including instruments per facility infection control policy. - Provides post-mortem care. - Prepares requisitions for lab, imaging reports & medical records. - Conducts pharmacy, lab, nutrition & imaging pick-ups/deliveries, including specimen transport as needed. - Inventories, orders, unpacks & distributes supplies, forms & linens. - Responsible for cleanliness, stocking & organization of patient care areas, utility & storage rooms. - Responsible for the quality control checks of urine dipsticks. - Carries out basic clerical duties of the Unit Assistant/Receptionist to include proper cash handling, customer service, greeting/identifying patients & filling out paperwork, including after-hour admission. - Must be able to perform proper body mechanics/lift techniques when transporting patients to the floor/another department. - The EDTII classification shall apply only to those EDT who are qualified and assigned to perform casting and/or Ortho Tech I duties as discussed in Appendix E of the Master agreement (p.312). - This assignment may also include, but is not limited to, phlebotomy & EKG. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of related experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assistant with certification as specified by the Medical Board of California, or equivalent (e.g., military experience) or, completion of an ED or UCC externship in an unlicensed assistive personnel externship or, completion of first semester of clinical course work in a nursing program. - High School Diploma/GED. - CA Limited Phlebotomy Certification (LPT) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), if job requires 'skin puncture' for lab testing purposes and Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), if job requires 'blood draw' for lab testing purposes. - BLS required. - Demonstrated ability to use personal computer. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English) - Good interpersonal skills. - Knowledge of medical terminology. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.2012-05-12 18:43:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133916CAWalnut Creek, CA28657019http://kp.jobs/xml/28657019/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Emergency Department Technician II - Grade 465 (13003) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Under direct supervision of the physician and/or designee, assists in examination and treatment of patients. Essential Functions: - Performs within the scope/training of EDT & State/ Federal regulations including EMTALA, HIPAA risk management & other applicable regulations. - Provision of competent patient care for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population, including ensuring age-specific care & responding to cultural needs of patients & families. - Communicates clearly & w/courtesy w/all members of healthcare team, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Completes duties with regard to safety practices & policies, including infection control, workplace safety & management of aggressive behaviors. - Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers & telecommunications in documentation, tracking & conveying information. - Establishes priorities based on patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment & supplies. - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate & concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of sensitivity to staff/patient/family rights, cultural & ethical beliefs. - Participates in ED staff meetings, in-services & performance improvement activities. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients & families. - Acknowledges staff rights & cultural & ethical beliefs. - Requires dependable attendance, flexibility to scheduled shifts & staff development. - Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. - Assists w/rooming & undressing patients at the direction of the RN & ensures patient belonging are collected, bagged & tagged. - Obtains, records & reports vital signs, EKG, heights, weights & inputs/outputs of patients as directed. - Assists physicians & nurses w/various procedures, including positioning & set up of draping, prepping, monitoring devices, prepares patient for suturing, performs wound cleaning, dressings, orthopedic devices, splints & crutch fitting. - Assists patients to/from bathroom, in general ambulation, & transports as needed. - Assists health care team in emergency situations including resuscitation. - Assists w/discharge process under direction of physician or nurse. - Cleans ED gurneys & equipment for efficient provision of care, including instruments per facility infection control policy. - Provides post-mortem care. - Prepares requisitions for lab, imaging reports & medical records. - Conducts pharmacy, lab, nutrition & imaging pick-ups/deliveries, including specimen transport as needed. - Inventories, orders, unpacks & distributes supplies, forms & linens. - Responsible for cleanliness, stocking & organization of patient care areas, utility & storage rooms. - Responsible for the quality control checks of urine dipsticks. - Carries out basic clerical duties of the Unit Assistant/Receptionist to include proper cash handling, customer service, greeting/identifying patients & filling out paperwork, including after-hour admission. - Must be able to perform proper body mechanics/lift techniques when transporting patients to the floor/another department. - The EDTII classification shall apply only to those EDT who are qualified and assigned to perform casting and/or Ortho Tech I duties as discussed in Appendix E of the Master agreement (p.312). - This assignment may also include, but is not limited to, phlebotomy & EKG. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of related experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assistant with certification as specified by the Medical Board of California, or equivalent (e.g., military experience) or, completion of an ED or UCC externship in an unlicensed assistive personnel externship or, completion of first semester of clinical course work in a nursing program. - High School Diploma/GED. - CA Limited Phlebotomy Certification (LPT) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), if job requires 'skin puncture' for lab testing purposes and Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), if job requires 'blood draw' for lab testing purposes. - BLS required. - Demonstrated ability to use personal computer. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English) - Good interpersonal skills. - Knowledge of medical terminology. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.2012-05-12 18:43:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133918CAWalnut Creek, CA28657020http://kp.jobs/xml/28657020/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Senior Surgical Technician - Grade 675 (1463) - Temporary Location: Antioch, CA Under direct supervision, assists surgical team before, during, and after surgery and provides expert support, assistance, and maintenance of instruments and equipment. Essential Functions: - Specifically and regularly assigned to direct, check, review, assign, organize, coordinate, train and reporting on the work of one (1) or more other Surgical Technicians; or who have a least two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician - Demonstrates ability to perform, and under general supervision frequently do perform, the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - Coordinates configuration of equipment to provide ease of use - Places equipment and supplies in operating room and arranges instruments, according to instructions - Checks instruments and equipment for sterility, cleanliness, and functionality prior to the start of the case - Assists with set up and use of equipment during procedures - Assists with allocation of equipment for procedures on a daily basis - Assists team members to place and position patient on table - Scrubs arms and hands and dons gown and gloves and scrub procedures as primary or secondary staff - Aids team to don gowns and gloves and dons personal protective equipment when required - Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, and performs other tasks as directed by surgeon and circulating nurse during operation - Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation per hospital policy - Puts dressings on patient following surgery - Actively participates in meeting patient safety goals in promoting quality and safe patient care - Cleans operating room and assists in room turnover and washes and sterilizes equipment - Recommends to manager guidelines for use of equipment, purchase of new/replacement equipment, additional parts and supplies - Assembles/complies case carts with supplies, instruments, and equipment in preparation for the procedure - Performs other related duties as necessary - This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years experience as a surgical technician - Two (2) years of current acute Operating Room experience - Strong experience with minimally invasive, general, ENT, eyes, plastics, orthopedics, vascular, open heart-thoracic, spine, urology, GYN, podiatry, maxillofacial, and neuro surgery specialties. Including video, orthopedic and all other needed equipment to do the above surgeries preferred - The senior level classification for Surgical Technician shall apply only to Surgical Technicians who are specifically and regularly assigned by the Employer to direct and check the work of one (1) or more Surgical Technicians; or who have at lease two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician plus the demonstrated ability to perform and under general supervision frequently do perform the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - High School Diploma/GED - Certification in Surgical Technology preferred - Surgical Technicians certified by the Association of Operating Room Technicians, affiliated with the Association of Operating Room Nurses shall qualify as Senior Surgical Technicians upon presentation of their certificate - BLS - Must be willing to participate in training of RNs and other disciplines in the scrub role - Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence - Basic computer skills - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement Expected length of employment:Up to 90 days. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-05-12 18:43:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134047CAAntioch, CA28657021http://kp.jobs/xml/28657021/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Senior Surgical Technician - Grade 675 (1464) - Temporary Location: Antioch, CA Under direct supervision, assists surgical team before, during, and after surgery and provides expert support, assistance, and maintenance of instruments and equipment. Essential Functions: - Specifically and regularly assigned to direct, check, review, assign, organize, coordinate, train and reporting on the work of one (1) or more other Surgical Technicians; or who have a least two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician - Demonstrates ability to perform, and under general supervision frequently do perform, the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - Coordinates configuration of equipment to provide ease of use - Places equipment and supplies in operating room and arranges instruments, according to instructions - Checks instruments and equipment for sterility, cleanliness, and functionality prior to the start of the case - Assists with set up and use of equipment during procedures - Assists with allocation of equipment for procedures on a daily basis - Assists team members to place and position patient on table - Scrubs arms and hands and dons gown and gloves and scrub procedures as primary or secondary staff - Aids team to don gowns and gloves and dons personal protective equipment when required - Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, and performs other tasks as directed by surgeon and circulating nurse during operation - Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation per hospital policy - Puts dressings on patient following surgery - Actively participates in meeting patient safety goals in promoting quality and safe patient care - Cleans operating room and assists in room turnover and washes and sterilizes equipment - Recommends to manager guidelines for use of equipment, purchase of new/replacement equipment, additional parts and supplies - Assembles/complies case carts with supplies, instruments, and equipment in preparation for the procedure - Performs other related duties as necessary - This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years experience as a surgical technician - Two (2) years of current acute Operating Room experience - Strong experience with minimally invasive, general, ENT, eyes, plastics, orthopedics, vascular, open heart-thoracic, spine, urology, GYN, podiatry, maxillofacial, and neuro surgery specialties. Including video, orthopedic and all other needed equipment to do the above surgeries preferred - The senior level classification for Surgical Technician shall apply only to Surgical Technicians who are specifically and regularly assigned by the Employer to direct and check the work of one (1) or more Surgical Technicians; or who have at lease two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician plus the demonstrated ability to perform and under general supervision frequently do perform the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - High School Diploma/GED - Certification in Surgical Technology preferred - Surgical Technicians certified by the Association of Operating Room Technicians, affiliated with the Association of Operating Room Nurses shall qualify as Senior Surgical Technicians upon presentation of their certificate - BLS - Must be willing to participate in training of RNs and other disciplines in the scrub role - Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence - Basic computer skills - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement Expected length of employment:Up to 90 days. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-05-12 18:43:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134055CAAntioch, CA28657022http://kp.jobs/xml/28657022/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Senior Surgical Technician - Grade 675 (1465) - Temporary Location: Antioch, CA Under direct supervision, assists surgical team before, during, and after surgery and provides expert support, assistance, and maintenance of instruments and equipment. Essential Functions: - Specifically and regularly assigned to direct, check, review, assign, organize, coordinate, train and reporting on the work of one (1) or more other Surgical Technicians; or who have a least two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician - Demonstrates ability to perform, and under general supervision frequently do perform, the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - Coordinates configuration of equipment to provide ease of use - Places equipment and supplies in operating room and arranges instruments, according to instructions - Checks instruments and equipment for sterility, cleanliness, and functionality prior to the start of the case - Assists with set up and use of equipment during procedures - Assists with allocation of equipment for procedures on a daily basis - Assists team members to place and position patient on table - Scrubs arms and hands and dons gown and gloves and scrub procedures as primary or secondary staff - Aids team to don gowns and gloves and dons personal protective equipment when required - Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, and performs other tasks as directed by surgeon and circulating nurse during operation - Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation per hospital policy - Puts dressings on patient following surgery - Actively participates in meeting patient safety goals in promoting quality and safe patient care - Cleans operating room and assists in room turnover and washes and sterilizes equipment - Recommends to manager guidelines for use of equipment, purchase of new/replacement equipment, additional parts and supplies - Assembles/complies case carts with supplies, instruments, and equipment in preparation for the procedure - Performs other related duties as necessary - This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years experience as a surgical technician - Two (2) years of current acute Operating Room experience - Strong experience with minimally invasive, general, ENT, eyes, plastics, orthopedics, vascular, open heart-thoracic, spine, urology, GYN, podiatry, maxillofacial, and neuro surgery specialties. Including video, orthopedic and all other needed equipment to do the above surgeries preferred - The senior level classification for Surgical Technician shall apply only to Surgical Technicians who are specifically and regularly assigned by the Employer to direct and check the work of one (1) or more Surgical Technicians; or who have at lease two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician plus the demonstrated ability to perform and under general supervision frequently do perform the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - High School Diploma/GED - Certification in Surgical Technology preferred - Surgical Technicians certified by the Association of Operating Room Technicians, affiliated with the Association of Operating Room Nurses shall qualify as Senior Surgical Technicians upon presentation of their certificate - BLS - Must be willing to participate in training of RNs and other disciplines in the scrub role - Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence - Basic computer skills - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement Expected length of employment:Up to 90 days. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-05-12 18:43:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134058CAAntioch, CA28657023http://kp.jobs/xml/28657023/jobUSAModestoTitle: Systems Analyst (924166) Location: Modesto, CA This position develops, modifies, maintains, and documents complex applications. In addition, consults, provides technical guidance to clients, documents new applications, and conducts training classes. Essential Functions: - Performs coding, maintenance, modification, and documentation of complex and advanced applications - Assists clients in defining their requirements and recommends appropriate application alternatives - Prepares documentation and conducts training sessions - Participates in the evaluation of new application packages and the identification of anticipated systems requirements for planning purposes - Performs related duties as assigned or requested Secondary Functions: Position may also support shared systems administration and small-scale database development/support Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience, typically 2+ years with systems and applications programming, or its equivalent in education and work experience - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in Computer Science or a related discipline - Some knowledge of systems alternatives is required - Good analytical and communication skills are essential - Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-05-12 18:43:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134779CAModesto, CA28657024http://kp.jobs/xml/28657024/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Cashier Receptionist - Grade 3 Location: San Francisco, CA The cashier/receptionist is a member of the health care dept team who functions under the direction guidance & supervision of the dept mgr, assistant mgr, or designee. The position greets & checks in all patients reporting to the medical office in a professional & courteous manner. This position is responsible for accurate check-in, check-out where applicable, info capture & revenue collection per procedures. Responsible for having a general knowledge of the medical center in order to assist patients w/ questions & concerns. Requires extensive use of the computer. Essential Functions: - Follow approp patient registration/check-in policies & procedures - Verify and/or update all demographic info - Working knowledge of Health Plan coverage types, for example (but not limited to) traditional, deductible, etc - Check in patients by following check-in policies & procedures & using the check-in systems or manual visit records when the systems are down - Determine patient's membership/benefits according to the benefit display - Create accounts as necessary - Capture & populate workers' compensation data on the correct screens & select the correct coverage as necessary - Manage electronic in-basket - Use notes function where applicable to document prepayments - Obtain a patient medical record number when necessary - Order Health Plan cards as needed - Collect co-pays & fees, inform patients of available payment options - Generate approp encounter forms per procedure electronically or manually if the system is down - Direct patients to approp area after the check-in process is completed - Check out patients by following checkout policies & procedures & using the checkout systems or manual visit records when the systems are down, if applicable - Follow approp procedures when registering exception-type patients such as non-members, out-of-area health plan members, Medicare, Media-Cal, & industrial patients - Initiate & complete required forms for all appts per policy - Access necessary info from the fee schedule to determine approp fees based on CPT-4 and/or service codes in order to collect approp revenue - Referring to other dept & administrative services for further info, e.g., Member Services, Medical Secretaries, & Business Office - Initiating & completing approp forms as needed, for e.g., Release Of Info, Patient Financial Responsibility - Tracking referrals to specialty care by utilizing the consultation/referral system as needed in those areas where this responsibility currently exists for the individual in this classification where this responsibility is not part of an existing position, it cannot be added w/out written agreement as part of the LMP - Demonstrate knowledge of & application to Patient Admin Appt Registration - Maintain the patient will-call area box if applicable - Communicate w/ clinical & business office staff as needed - Handle cash according to the Cash Handling Responsibility Agreement (CHRA) - Comply w/ all applicable cash handling policies & procedures (see reference list) - The registration designee is responsible for the safekeeping of change funds, all revenue collected during the shift, all assigned revenue documents, & all keys assigned for cash control - Obtain, secure, & ensure sufficient denominations to provide change - Reconcile shift & deposit funds according to the CHRA - Use correct procedures to document & report discrepancies - Working towards positive operational outcomes - Perform other duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of work experience - High School Diploma/GED - Basic knowledge and use of computer and computer keyboard - Passing of a PC skills assessment - Ability to read and follow instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Communicate with health care providers, staff, patients and visitors - Professional phone etiquette - Ability to multi-task, organize, manage time and prioritize workflow in a complex environment - Knowledge of computer and computer keyboard - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also refer to the detailed responsibilities outlined in the appropriate (United Healthcare Workers - West) Cash Handling Responsibility Agreement Skills Testing: PC Skills2012-05-12 18:43:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133638CASan Francisco, CA28657016http://kp.jobs/xml/28657016/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Chemical Dependency Recovery Program Counselor I (55) Location: Fresno, CA Under general supervision, provides comprehensive psycho-social services to Health Plan members and their families presenting to the Chemical Dependency Recovery Program (CDRP/CDS). Utilizes established therapeutic techniques in interviewing, assessing and treating psycho-social problems as they relate to chemical dependencies and addictions. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients and related sources to identify extent and effects of chemical dependency, in order to arrive at a treatment plan. - W/ approval from the supervisor, utilizing close supervision and commensurate w/ skills and training, provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and HIV risk assessment and counseling as related to chemical dependency. - Participates in team discussions related to appropriate treatment plans for patients and their families. - Confers w/ staff physician and clinical supervisor regarding patients' progress and treatment. - Prepares psycho-social assessments, case summaries and maintains ongoing confidential records. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of patients. - Confers w/ representatives of other departments and private agencies to resolve problems and to develop and maintain public understanding and sound working relationships. - Participates in training programs and workshops for continued professional growth in general counseling skills, as well as specialized treatment in addiction medicine. - Maintains ethical and professional standards of conduct. - This position does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. - Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully and develops alternative solutions. - Interpersonal Skills: Maintains confidentiality, treats co-workers, patients and facility visitors with respect. - Oral Communication: Listens and gets clarification to ensure that instructions and requests are fully understood. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3) years of paid experience under licensed supervision. - Bachelor's degree in Applied Behavioral Science or equivalent work experience. - Current certification as an addiction counselor. - If in chemical dependency recovery, a minimum of three (3) years continuous sobriety is required. - Ongoing employment in the CDRP/CDS is contingent on continuous sobriety. - Must have basic computer skills. - Must be able to work in a multidisciplinary environment. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: 8:30am - 12:30pm Week 1: Sun & Sat Week 2: Off Week 3: Sun & Sat Week 4: Off2012-05-12 18:43:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133877CAFresno, CA28657017http://kp.jobs/xml/28657017/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Nurse Practitioner II - Perioperative/Surgical Services (120221) Location: Santa Clara, CA The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager. Essential Functions: - Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing. - Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy. - Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings. - Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service. - Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols. - Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information. - If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a nurse practitioner. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty services. - One (1) year of experience within the past three (3) years as a NP providing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures and/or those who have undergone surgical/invasive procedures. - RN First Assist experience required if assisting with surgical procedures. If only caring for specific patient population of adult or pediatrics then Acute Adult NP or Acute Pediatric NP required. - Master's degree in nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permantente employee who was 'grandfathered in' prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008). - Completion of master's program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Pediatric NP required: Adult, Family or Acute NP if practice limited to adults; Family or Pedi NP if practice limited to pediatric patients. - Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Credentialing Center, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, and National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.) - Current California RN/NP License with California BRN issued Furnishing Number. - Current BLS required. - Must have a NPI and meet Medicare requirements for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number). - Current DEA if required for specialty. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and/or NALS and/or PALS or PEARS may also be required for the position.2012-05-12 18:43:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132981CASanta Clara, CA28657014http://kp.jobs/xml/28657014/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Workers' Compensation Examiner Location: Oakland, CA Manages complex and litigated workers compensation indemnity claims requiring considerable judgment, independent analysis, and detailed knowledge. Acts in lead capacity in claims unit. Essential Functions: - Supervises administrative clerks and claims assistant, including the distribution of work, coaching, and performance evaluations. - Acts as claims manager in the claims managers' absence. - Reviews and approves work of examiners based on authority level. - Trains claim examiners. - Reviews, analyzes, and assigns new claims. - Assigns claims for investigation as necessary to help resolve compensability issues. - Makes determination to accept, delay, or deny claims based upon valid medical, factual, or statutory reasons. - Controls and manages medical aspect of each claim. - Determines probable monetary value of case and assigns appropriate reserves. - Reviews reserves regularly to ensure adequacy. - Ensures payment of benefits in accordance w/ the California Labor Code, Administrative Rules and Regulations, and departmental policies and procedures. - Manages all aspects of litigated cases in accordance w/ client specifications. - Assigns case to Rehabilitation Counselor as needed. - Negotiates cost effective settlements. - Meets w/ assigned clients at least quarterly to review claims and discuss any pertinent issues. - Assumes managerial responsibilities in absence of claims manager. Secondary Functions: - Responsible for the daily management of workers compensation caseload of approximately 135 cases. - Determines if a case should be accepted, delayed or denied based on medical, factual and legal aspects of each individual case. - Controls and manages medical aspects of all cases in their caseload. - Manages all aspects of litigation of negotiates settlements. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (usually three (3) to five (5) years) in California workers compensation claims administration/examining. - Previous supervisory experience or ability to act in a lead capacity. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Social, or Behavioral Science. - Insurance Education Associations Certification and Certificate of Competency required. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Proficient in a variety of software applications. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum 5 years of workers compensation claims handling experience. - Proven workers compensation claim technical expertise. Skills Testing: Technical Workers Compensation Claim Exam2012-05-12 18:43:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130060CAOakland, CA28657012http://kp.jobs/xml/28657012/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Houskeeping Aide - Grade 100 Location: Antioch, CA Under direct supervision, cleans and maintains an assigned area, and performs a variety of environmental services duties in and around the medical center in order to maintain a neat, orderly, sanitary, and safe environment. Essential Functions: - Operates and utilizes equipment needed to include cleaner, wet mop unit, dust pay, dust mop, back vacuum, automatic floor scrubber, shampoo machine, high speed buffer, carpet extractor, wet/dry vacuum, floor buffer, wall washer and utility cart. - Operates and utilizes sanipac, compactor and bailer. - Utilizing standard cleaning products cleans patient areas to include restrooms, discharge beds, woodwork, horizontal surfaces, TVs cabinets, furniture, glass, walls, floors, all affixed items, replenish dispensers, remove soiled linen and trash. - Utilizing standard cleaning products, cleans auxiliary areas to include medication room, nursing station, tub room, soiled utility rooms, storage areas, staff lounge, quiet rooms, offices, exam rooms, treatment rooms, waiting rooms, lobbies, elevators, water fountain, ice machines, telephones, all horizontal surfaces and high dusting. - Replenishes supplies such as: paper-towels, toilet paper, soap, plastic liners, paper cups and seat covers. - Reports unsafe conditions such as defective or damaged equipment. - Assures sharp objects are in proper containers, follows safety rules established by the department and uses proper body mechanics such as lifting techniques. - Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience preferred. - Moderate to heavy lifting ability required. - Ability to operate all types of floor machinery and other housekeeping related equipment. - Ability to lift 50 lbs., carry items of 25 lbs., push carts up to 200 lbs. - Ability to perform frequent pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting and reaching. - Job requires extensive standing and walking. - Ability to understand and communicate effectively. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.2012-05-12 18:43:30United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia125723CAAntioch, CA28657010http://kp.jobs/xml/28657010/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Intern-Undergrad IT Research and Quality Location: Pleasanton, CA The intern position is typically responsible for providing support, for various departments from routine/entry level to graduate level experience. As part of a team under close supervision, Information Technology or Business interns at this level will assist in performing a variety of developmental assignments. Essential Functions: The Research and Quality Directorate The Research and Quality group is forming in 2011 and 2012. It will provide comprehensive IT partnership efforts for Community Benefit, Research & Health Policy; and the Quality and Care Delivery Excellence organizations. We will coordinate and provide leadership across the IT organization for the technical work, information management solutions and collective intelligence delivered for these organizations. Our focus will be to provide strategic, tactical, and operational leadership which supports the IT planning and delivery for these business and clinical organizations. We will be delivering some IT projects directly and coordinating with other BIOs on the programs and projects they are delivering. Our goal is also to provide an overall IT planning and coordination function as this group forms. We actively participate and contribute in Industry, KP, and KPIT wide initiatives in the areas of data usage and governance, information management, privacy and security, service oriented architecture, data analytics and visualization, information modeling, and data access controls. Intern Project: Support the research and quality portfolio organization's strategic leadership responsibilities, ensure development and innovation technology delivery related tasks assigned to the portfolio of research and quality are completed in a timely manner, perform weekly executive status reporting requirements, represent the program in communications with program direct reports and external program constituents, and support research and quality directors in the analysis of project health metrics. 1. Provide meeting support including organization, facilitation, minutes creation and action item tracking for different audiences 2. Executive Status Report Roll-up and Distribution 3. Communications Coordination and Production 4. Research and quality Program Wide Meeting Preparation and Meeting Minutes 5. Research and quality portfolio presentation creation & management 6. Upkeep for various project and program databases as needed 7. Data request, contract and procurement tracking as needed 8. Research and Quality Multi-Year Planning and Funding Package Distribution & Communication Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - College students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree. - 3.0 GPA - Academic students seeking professional training within a business corporate environment - Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint Preferred Qualifications: - Honesty, integrity and demonstrated customer-focused interpersonal skills and attitude. - Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others, maintains confidences, admits mistakes, conducts business with honesty, shows consistency in words and actions, and follows through on commitments.2012-05-12 18:42:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135444CAPleasanton, CA28656981http://kp.jobs/xml/28656981/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Principal Program Manager, (ICD-10) Location: Pleasanton, CA Encapsulates individuals who manage projects and programs within IT. Essential Functions: - Manages large complex programs or national strategic initiatives. - Total managed project budget is over $20M. - Project Complexity can be Multiple Sites and up to 40 integrated Work Tracks. - Develops strategies and approaches for organization for large complex programs. - Provides leadership to program and project team members in developing program frameworks, and facilitates with business partners on utilization of shared PMO structures. - Ensures alignment across multiple IT and business stakeholders on overall program schedule, budget, deliverables, and ensures alignment is maintained for duration of program. - Leverages knowledge, expertise and experience of change management process and consults with project/programs. - Responsible for accurate time reporting across multiple programs or a mega-program. - Manages the interdependencies across multiple program tracks within enterprise programs. - Partners with business partner on development of financial materials and supports presentation of budget requests to appropriate funding. - Directs the quality/testing strategies for the project. Evaluatesbest practice recommendations and trade-off scenarios to enhance. - Sustains strong ongoing relationships with client middle and senior management during projects. - Participate in project team and staff performance appraisals, career planning and succession planning. - Manages the executive vendor engagement relationship with IT Procurement. - Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives and project functional trends. - Participate in Business strategic planning. - Sets the standards and frameworks for ensuring program wide communication plan is in place and followed by project/program track leads. - May manage 7- 9 project managers. - Effectively manage cross-functional team members. - Develop, coach & mentor others. - Manages a combined project team of up to 300 resources. - Leverages knowledge across the project/program arena to develop robust client solutions. - As an expert in the field of project management, uses professional concepts in developing resolution to critical issues and broad matters in relevant areas. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or a minimum4 years of equivalent work experience. - A minimum of 10 years of Program/Project Management experience. - Advanced knowledge (broad expertise or unique knowledge) of policies, practices and systems. - Demonstrates deep understanding and knowledge of IT methods and project management and applies this in all stages of project/program. - Requires advanced knowledge of own area of functional responsibility and working knowledge of multiple related functions. - Recognized as a leader in project and program management. - Ability to influence others and build strong partnership with others. - Team and Service oriented. - Understands funding mechanisms including relationship between project/program budgets, multi-year plan, regional budgets, long-range financial plan, and member rates. - Demonstrated strategic thinking skills. - Ability to deal with people dynamic with minimal guidance. - Ability to resolve conflict with minimal guidance. - Requires a broad range of highly complex decision-making. - Requires the persuasion, presentation and/or negotiation of functional strategies, philosophies, policies, and/or opinions in order to substantially impact the function. Preferred Qualifications: - Healthcare industry knowledge. - Information technology experience. - Should have managed project budgets of over $20 million. - Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute.2012-05-12 18:42:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia125203CAPleasanton, CA28656978http://kp.jobs/xml/28656978/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Executive Director, Actuarial Services - National Accounts Location: Oakland, CA This position is responsible for making sure that appropriate methodology is in place in all regions so that we deliver the required revenue to the organization. In his/her FEHBP role, he/she is responsible for minimizing audit findings on the $2.25 billion FEHBP line of business. In his/her national accounts role, he/she is influential in making sure that appropriate investments are made in major accounts so that membership/margin targets are met. In the SBU/KPIF role, he/she is influential in delivering positive membership and margin performance in the face of dramatic market changes ushered in by ACA. This position provides actuarial leadership, management and analytical support for the following lines of business: - Large group rating methodology program-wide with corresponding actuarial rate modeling support - Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) - National Accounts - KP employee health benefits plan. - KP Individual Plan (KPIF) - Small Group Essential Functions: - Providing leadership on the actuarial aspects of the National Pricing System (NPS) and related applications, the rate modeling process and rating factor development for the regions outside of California. - Providing program-wide financial and strategic leadership for the Federal Employee Health Benefit Plan (FEHBP) line of business and implementing appropriate risk management protocols to minimize audit findings or Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) rebate exposure. - Providing program-wide actuarial leadership for the National Accounts line of business, including strategy development and renewal negotiations for our largest accounts and process improvements to help manage this portfolio of business. - Supporting and partnering with regional staff to analyze individual and small group product line financials to determine premium rates, profit forecasts, reserve adequacy, and other product line evaluations. - Modeling and analysis (including durational analysis) - e.g., to forecast the impact of changes in underwriting practices on acceptance rates, membership and financial results. - Offering instruction for and collaboration with regions actuarial staff. - Forecasting - membership, revenue and costs under various scenarios. - Explaining rating factors and rating methodology to senior-level internal (e.g., OLG) and external stakeholders (e.g., large customers, consulting houses). - Increasing the skill level and competency of market-facing staff regarding the KP large group rating methodology. - Evaluating the impact of ACA on revenue and rate impact on individual and small group business lines. - Drive standardization of tools and processes used by regional actuaries in supporting individual and small group business lines, including regulatory rate filings; promote best practices. - This position is expected to report to the Chief Actuary. This position interacts with many other internal leaders (listed below in key relationships) and many senior leaders at OPM, technology vendor leaders, and at our largest national accounts. - Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in accordance to the Principles of Responsibility; adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty; shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments. - Regional Leaders are accountable for communication, implementation, enforcement, monitoring and oversight of compliance policies and practices in their departments. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - An Associate Society of Actuaries (ASA) is required along with being a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA). - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration or related field required. - Must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in insurance brokerage, benefits consulting or health plan actuarial services. - Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience managing professional staff. Preferred Qualifications: - Fellowship in the Society of Actuaries (FSA) is preferred but not required2012-05-12 18:41:24United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135443CAOakland, CA28656957http://kp.jobs/xml/28656957/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Nursing Dept Asst Manager, RN Location: Los Angeles, CA For one large unit or more than one smaller unit within a 24 hour department, supervises the implementation, delivery and evaluation/improvement of quality patient care/nursing operations and services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcomes measures, as well as with departmental, business and organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises the delivery of nursing services and patient care within one unit(s) which are integrated with business and department plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that unit(s) services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 or more employees or more than one smaller unit. - Ensures patient care and quality standards are met and comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures, utilization and clinical/performance standards and measures. - Supervises and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within the unit. - Supervises day-to-day activities of the unit(s); monitors quality service and utilization standards; supervises shift(s) activities and delivery of patient care. - Supervises unit(s) day- to- day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development and the delivery of patient care. - Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation and utilization of unit(s) personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works with health care providers outside of the unit(s) to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models developed in unit(s) or by other units. - Investigates and resolves patient/family/member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit(s) operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually 3-4 years) including two (2) years of leadership experience. - BSN or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required or completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree within two (2) years of hire. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current CPR certification required. - ACLS certification preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement and clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state and local regulatory requirements interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Must have high-risk labor and delivery/postpartum experience within the last three (3)years. - Basic PC Skills: word, Powerpoint2012-05-11 19:43:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134925CALos Angeles, CA28639335http://kp.jobs/xml/28639335/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Clinical Lab Scientist Location: Woodland Hills, CA Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phase testing of all complexities as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act/Amendment (CLIA) to include specialized tests and analysis in one or more areas of clinical laboratory such as hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, immuno-hematology, serology, parasitology and chemical and morphological examinations to obtain data for use in diagnosis and recording laboratory test results. Analysis of test results are performed on the population serviced (e.g., neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric clients). Essential Functions: - Provides the highest level of patient care as defined by established standards & maintains confidentiality on all tests performed by the laboratory. - Performs & reports test results for all clinical laboratory procedures as assigned, both automated & manual, in the clinical laboratory department, w/out immediate review by the director, consultant, or supervisory team. - Monitors & is accountable for test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, proficiency testing & all operations related to laboratory testing procedures. Notifies Supervisory team of any irregularities of factors, which may influence test results. - Ability to trouble-shoot equipment & test methods. - Identifies & resolves unusual laboratory situations & notifies appropriate parties w/in shift. - Consults w/ physicians, nurses, pharmacists, etc. on the technical aspects of methodologies used, appropriateness of test utilization & interpretation of patient results. - Instructs new employees &/or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) students in laboratory procedures w/in area the CLS assigned, in order that they may develop proficiency & understanding of the clinical laboratory methodology. - Provides training, guidance & pertinent technical information to laboratory assistants, support staff, clerks, CLS students & medical center personnel. - Discusses clinical laboratory problems of mutual interest w/ the Supervisory team, & lead technologist in order to develop a better communication link w/in the department. - Participates in work groups to work through problems, issues or goals of the department. - Assists in evaluating new tests procedures when requested & communicates to the Supervisory team the possibilities for their implementation. - Meets states requirements for mandatory CEUs. - As defined by established standards, works in a professional, cooperative & courteous manner. - Observes all laboratory, Kaiser Permanente & regulatory agency policies & procedures. - Maintains overall safety (including chemical & biological) of the department in accordance w/ established safety, infection control & procedure protocols. - Monitors supplies & reagents & notifies appropriate parties of par levels. - As necessary & appropriate, may perform any clerical or other duties of support staff/laboratory assistants that may be assigned such as performing phlebotomy on inpatients & outpatients. Accepts responsibility of assisting in work areas not primarily his/her own. - Operates computerized laboratory data systems / applications. - Participates in direct patient care by providing the patient w/ information to enhance the understanding of laboratory test, instructing the patient on specimen requirements & conditions for specialized testing & collecting from the patient samples to include blood, body fluids, secretions, & tissues for analysis. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), preferred. - A current and valid California state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license required. - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to utilize the principles, theories, practices, methodologies and techniques required of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. - Preferred Qualifications: Three years experience within the last five years in all areas of the clinical laboratory Notes: - Days and times may vary according to department needs, including weekends and holidays.2012-05-11 19:43:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133905CAWoodland Hills, CA28639333http://kp.jobs/xml/28639333/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Intern Pharmacist (TR-10324) Location: Los Angeles, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Knowledge of Federaland State laws, regulations and standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services. - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sourcesand relate it to the patient's medical management plan. - Ability to learnand operate pharmacy computer systemsand other equipment. - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 wpm. - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate with co-workersand patients, lift/transport 1-50 lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping and reaching. MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - PR# TR-10324. - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required.2012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133584CALos Angeles, CA28639322http://kp.jobs/xml/28639322/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Intern Pharmacist (TR-10323) Location: Los Angeles, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Knowledge of Federaland State laws, regulations and standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services. - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sourcesand relate it to the patient's medical management plan. - Ability to learnand operate pharmacy computer systemsand other equipment. - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 wpm. - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate with co-workersand patients, lift/transport 1-50 lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping and reaching. MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - PR# TR-10323. - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required.2012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133585CALos Angeles, CA28639323http://kp.jobs/xml/28639323/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (OCP-4158) Location: Anaheim, CA Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services using approved protocols in collaboration with other health professional. Includes managing patient drug therapy, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Promotes high quality, evidence-based, cost-effective pharmaceutical care. Performs these duties in the clinical areas assigned. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Conducts patient medication history inquiries upon referral from physicians and other medical personnel. - Given a diagnosis, synthesizes a treatment plan, which may include drug therapy and lifestyle modifications, and transition within the continuum of care settings. - Identifies, resolves, and prevents potential and actual medication-related problems including untreated indications, improper drug selection, sub-therapeutic dosage, overdose, failure to receive medication, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, and medication without indication. - Under protocol, initiates, adjusts, monitors, and recommends changes in drug therapy based on information obtained through patient interviews, objective monitoring parameters, review of drug profiles and the patient medical record. - Coordinates and interprets laboratory monitoring of drug therapy, including serum drug levels, electrolytes, and other approved drug-related laboratory testing. - Provides patient monitoring for the purpose of evaluating and optimizing patient outcomes, drug utilization and patient compliance, detecting and/or minimizing ADRs, eliminating unnecessary drug use and duplication. - Provides patient education related to the individual's disease state, including predictable actions, side effects, reasons for proper compliance, and any special instruction. - Assure ongoing performance improvement of the pharmaceutical care services provided. - Provides education to providers and staff via presentations, newsletters, formal utilization reviews, and one-on-one interactions. - Performs other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Successful completion of a pharmacy practice residency or ambulatory care residency, or equivalent clinical experience in direct patient care delivery. - Advanced residency, fellowship or board certification, preferred. - A doctor of pharmacy (Pharm. D.) degree, preferred. - American Heart Association (AHA) approved Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within the probationary period. - Current California Pharmacist license required. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. Knowledge Required: - Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease state management, age appropriate therapy, and other information as it pertains to medical or pharmaceutical care management plan. - Expertise in drug utilization review. - Federal/State laws/regulations regarding delivery of pharmacy services and the scope of practice of a pharmacist. - Working knowledge of aseptic techniques & preparation of sterile IV products & chemotherapeutic agents, as required. - Emergency medication & drug monitoring, as required. - Sources of current drug information and medical literature. Skill/Abilities Required: - Ability to extract pertinent information from patient/other sources for a medical management plan. - Teaching ability and evaluation. - Effective verbal/written communication skills at appropriate level. - Learn & operate pharmacy computer system (s) & other equipment and software. - Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills. - Demonstrated ability to work with others on the patient care team. Notes: - PR# OCP-4158 - Work schedule to vary as required - May include working at multiple locations - Duties will be in Oncology Services2012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133594CAAnaheim, CA28639324http://kp.jobs/xml/28639324/jobUSAMission ViejoTitle: Intern Pharmacist (OCP-4163) Location: Mission Viejo, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written English-speaking communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 WPM - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate w/ co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: -PR# OCP-4163 -Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required -Position may include working at multiple locations and weekends2012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133614CAMission Viejo, CA28639325http://kp.jobs/xml/28639325/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Intern Pharmacist (OCP-4161) Location: Irvine, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written English-speaking communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 WPM - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate w/ co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: -PR# OCP-4161 -Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required -Position may include working at multiple locations and weekends2012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133618CAIrvine, CA28639326http://kp.jobs/xml/28639326/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Intern Pharmacist (PD-6322) Location: Fontana, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written English-speaking communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 WPM - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate w/ co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required - Must be willing to work at multiple locations within the Fontana Area. - PR# PD-63222012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133709CAFontana, CA28639329http://kp.jobs/xml/28639329/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Intern Pharmacist (PD-6321) Location: Fontana, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written English-speaking communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 WPM - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate w/ co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required - Must be willing to work at multiple locations within the Fontana Area. - PR# PD-63212012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133712CAFontana, CA28639328http://kp.jobs/xml/28639328/jobUSABaldwin ParkTitle: Opthalmic Photo Location: Baldwin Park, CA Information will be added based on hiring manager submission Essential Functions: - Operates an ophthalmic fundus camera (e.g., Zeiss Fundus Flash III) to photograph portions of the eye, such as anterior segment, the ocular adnexa & the ocular fundus - Explain test procedures & purpose - Monitor & evaluate test readings during procedures - Perform fluorescing angiography & ultrasound diagnostic procedures - Prepare exam results for interpretation by physician - Consult w/ physician concerning test results & alert physicians to positive test results or test abnormalities - Fill request for equipment & supplies - Assume other activities & responsibilities from time to time as directed Qualifications: Pay Grade: 26 Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of experience as an ophthalmic photographer is required - Certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel on Ophthalmology preferred Notes: - Ophthalmology DepartmentOn-Call COA for the Regional Reading Center. Practical working knowledge of fluorescein angiography.2012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133718CABaldwin Park, CA28639327http://kp.jobs/xml/28639327/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Financial Counselor Location: Panorama City, CA Under indirect supervision, at the point of service provides financial counseling to patients in a personal interview to create a payer source for Inpatient & Outpatient self-pay accounts. Identifies potential third party liability, Workers Compensation, Commercial, COB, Medicare & Medi-Cal. Provides functional direction to Business Service Representatives & Receptionists. Determines & approves Medical Financial Assistance & payment arrangements. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Confidentially obtains or reviews & records patient financial & demographic information - Coordinates w/ inpatient/outpatient admission & registration for identification of potential alternate payor sources - Interviews patients to determine financial status, counsels & makes arrangements for direct payment, potential enrollment in a government sponsored program or direct billing to the patient - Completes Medical Financial Assistance applications based on analysis of patient financial information - Provides functional guidance to the support staff & informs support staff & physicians on new & revised processes - Acts as a patient/member advocate & uses knowledge of external & internal Social Services agencies for patient referral - Retrospectively reviews diagnosis & treatment records to identify potential Third Party Liability & Workers Compensation cases - Screens for potential eligibility for KP Membership through government programs (Medi-Cal, Medicare, transition plan, etc) - Obtains pre-authorizations for services from employers & other insurance carriers - Coordinates & collects conversion dues for KP coverage - Checks patient information against updated eligibility using on-line systems (Foundations) - Places telephone call to the appropriate departments (CSC, Sales & Marketing, etc) in cases where group eligibility is not updated - Ensures that all documentation in the billable jackets is complete & obtains missing or needed information - Establishes & maintains courteous, cooperative relations w/ the public, patients & other personnel - Performs other related duties as required Qualifications: Pay Grade: 14 Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in health care billing, collections or financial counseling or equivalent - High School Diploma/GED - Certificate of completion of a course in Medical Terminology - Typing 35 wpm. Typing scoremust be current within one (1) year. Please contact Human Resources for testing. - Demonstrated ability in patient registration, admissions & billing practice required - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of & to utilize Government Programs & alternate payor sources (Workers Compensation, TPL, COB, Commercial, etc) Notes: - This is an On-Call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133745CAPanorama City, CA28639331http://kp.jobs/xml/28639331/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital/ h134 FT Day SDU Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in a Critical Care, DOU or SDU setting, or must have successfully completed a KP or equivalent Critical Care, DOU or SDU course (as unit appropriate) within prior 12 months. - Basic Arrhythmia course required. - Current ACLS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Critical nursing experience Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 am-7:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:00 pm-11:30 pm. - Position Control h134 - Works 'Non-Payday' weekends2012-05-11 19:43:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133830CASan Diego, CA28639332http://kp.jobs/xml/28639332/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Lifestyle Educator II (Lamaze) - Per Diem Location: Fontana, CA Facilitates monitors & evaluates specific lifestyle & behavior changes that contribute to the improvement of health by providing group & individual counseling, & instruction to health plan members & others. Essential Functions: - Facilitates behavior/education change groups and/or individual consulting established within theory-based practice - Identifies educational and behavior change needs of patients by assessing patient supplied data, medical records, and other health data - Implements instructional objectives and counseling strategies based upon needs assessments - Provides individual short term or long term counseling to promote or maintain behavior change - Serves as a patient advocate in the coordination and delivery of services both within the organization and the community - Tracks, evaluates and documents patient progress towards identified goals - Provides in-services and training to staff members, as assigned - Consults with medical professionals, psycho-social professionals, other educators and managers regarding patient care issues - Prepares reports, grants, proposals and documentation, as assigned - Provides input into the development and modification for program curriculum, support materials and activities - NOTE: Must be able to work flexible hours, evening hours as required - PAY RATE: Scale Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience in health education or counseling preferred. - Experience facilitating groups. - Master's degree or above in area of instruction or related field. - Ability to assist in the design, implementation and evaluation of appropriate educational strategies related to patient diagnosis and treatment. - Knowledge of educational psychology, behavior change and adult learning theory, educational methodologies, and organizational behavior. - Ability to establish rapport with patients and affect continued positive change relating to improved health and lifestyle. - Demonstrated ability to apply effective communication skills both in individual and group environments. This includes demonstration of exceptional written and verbal skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator or other childbirth training certification highly preferred. - Experience developing lifestyle/health education curriculum, etc. - Previous experience as a lead or supervisor over other lifestyle/health educators Notes: - Lamaze-Childbirth preparation classes.2012-05-11 19:43:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133131CAFontana, CA28639319http://kp.jobs/xml/28639319/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Lifestyle Educator I (Lamaze) - Per Diem Location: Fontana, CA Facilitates monitors & evaluates specific lifestyle & behavior changes that contribute to the improvement of health by providing group & individual counseling & instruction to health plan members & others. Essential Functions: - Facilitates behavior/education change groups and/or individual consulting established within theory-based practice. - Identifies education & needs of patients. - Implements instructional objectives & counseling strategies based upon need assessments. - May track, evaluate, & document patient progress towards identified goals. - May provide individual short term or long term counseling to promote or maintain behavior change. - Serves as a patient advocate in the coordination & delivery of services both within the organization & the community. - Provides in-services & training to staff members, as assigned. - Prepares reports as assigned. - Provides input into the development & modification of program curriculum, support materials & activities. - NOTE: Must be able to work flexible hours, evening hours as required. - PAY RATE: Scale. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of experience in education or counseling, preferred. - Previous teaching experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree, certification and/or equivalent experience in area of instruction or related field. - Demonstrated ability to utilize interpersonal, written, & verbal communication skills & group facilitator/process skills. - Computer literacy preferred. - Knowledge of educational psychology, behavior change, adult learning theory, educational methodologies, & organization behavior. Preferred Qualifications: - Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator or other childbirth training certification highly preferred. - Computer skills to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Notes: - Lamaze-Childbirth Preparation Class.2012-05-11 19:43:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133132CAFontana, CA28639320http://kp.jobs/xml/28639320/jobUSAMoreno ValleyTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Moreno Valley, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in Maternal/Child Health, FCC, OB/GYN or Women's Health in acute care or ambulatory care. - Antepartum testing, advanced fetal monitoring certification and experience in Labor and Delivery or antepartum testing required. Preferred Qualifications: - Completion of basic fetal monitoring course may be required and if so must be obtained within three (3) months of hirePost with RI number per Union. Notes: - PNI, Scheduled at Moreno Valley Iris Building. - May need to float to Moreno Valley Heacock. - This is an temporary position for approximately five (5)months. - This is an IrregularlyScheduled part time position between the hours of 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. - Vacation coverage.2012-05-11 19:43:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131273CAMoreno Valley, CA28639313http://kp.jobs/xml/28639313/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Pharmacist - (KS-1289) Location: Panorama City, CA Under indirect supervision, consult with patients and medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provide direction to pharmacist residents, pharmacist interns, pharmacy technicians, and non-licensed personnel. Dispense compound, procure, store, and distribute pharmacy products. Provide medical personnel and patients with medication and information and product identification. Perform other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Uphold KP's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Interview patient to obtain information regarding drug use, drug allergies and sensitivities and documents the information to appropriate records of the pharmacy information system; advises patients verbally and with written materials on significant precautions, proper drug therapy and administration, the use of related devices and the coordination of drug therapy with diet, according to established policies and procedures. - Review and interpret prescription orders and verify accuracy and completeness of patient labeling and input into pharmacy information system. Dispense, compound, procure, store and distribute pharmaceuticals and pharmacy products, including anti-neoplastics and/or other sterile products as required, according to legal requirements, established policies and procedures, and accepted professional standards of practice. - Evaluate and resolve real or potential drug therapy problems related to interpretation of prescriptions, drug furnishing irregularities, service complaints and issues such as drug procurement or equipment problems, according to established polices and procedures. - Confer with medical personnel concerning care and treatment of patients, related critical diagnoses, drug dosage, interactions, dosage forms, and other factors which might influence the course of treatment and the activity medications; suggest changes in drug therapy and/or use, as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results and cost effective prescribing. - Maintain work area and equipment in an organized and clean condition; maintain a safe and efficient work environment. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current registration with the California state board of pharmacy. - Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services. - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources and relate it to the patient's medical management plan. - Ability to learn and operate pharmacy computer systems and other equipment. - Must be able to type prescription labels. Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to stand for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate with co-workers and patients. - Lift or transport items weighing 1-50 lbs. - Position requires frequent bending/stooping/reaching. Notes: - PR# KS-1289 - Work schedule to vary as required - Mid-Night Shift with On Duty Meals2012-05-11 19:43:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131743CAPanorama City, CA28639315http://kp.jobs/xml/28639315/jobUSARiversideTitle: Certified HC Interp (One Langu Location: Riverside, CA Responsible for the provision of oral simultaneous, consecutive interpretation & sight translation throughout the medical center/designated location. Essential Functions: - Performs on-site & over-the-phone interpretation for patients, families, KP & non-KP health care providers who prefer to speak in their primary languages, other than English - Provides simple sight translation - Completes interpretation work requests as per protocol, provides accurate & timely documentation of work done, & compiles reports as required - Participates as a member of the health care delivery team, exercising sensitivity & maintaining confidentiality of employee & patient information at all times - Provides expert knowledge regarding the interaction of medical treatment & key aspects of culture - Conducts and/or facilitates for medical staff, members & prospective members Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience as an Interpreter in a multi-specialty health care environment preferred - High School Graduate - Health Care Interpreter certification required - Excellent oral command of English and a second language of service - Ability to demonstrate professionalism in a demanding, high stress and fast-paced environment - Demonstrated understanding of cultural issues related to health care - Must be sensitive and knowledgeable of the distinction between neutral interpreting and patient advocacy - Must pass an oral competency assessment in both target and source language - Basic computer skills required, i.e. Email, Word processing, spreadsheet and data entry - Must be flexible and able to prioritize multiple tasks - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications - Basic computer (Word, Excel) skills Notes: - Rotating weekends required - Travel to cover outlying areas with the exception to Coachella2012-05-11 19:43:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132045CARiverside, CA28639316http://kp.jobs/xml/28639316/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Competitive Intelligence Analyst (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Competitive Intelligence Analyst Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente is looking for an Analyst in the Competitive Assessment group, which provides leadership with comprehensive analysis of health benefits and provider trends, tracks KP's position relative to competitors on all relevant dimensions (e.g. price, cost structure, service, and products), and provides analysis of competitive environment to KP that challenges current beliefs and identifies actions needed to improve KP's competitive position. Competitive Assessment tracks, analyzes, provides business intelligence and relevant market insight, and reports on market and competitor trends to support enterprise-wide senior leadership (including Health Plan & Hospital leadership and the Permanente Medical Groups) in their strategic business decisions. The group brings external market information into the company to inform numerous strategic business processes (e.g. proposal design, pricing decisions, cost trend, product strategy, etc). Essential Functions Obtains, assembles and organizes market and competitive data from a variety of external and internal sources, including research services, investor reports, website sources and print sources, for easy use by internal business and analytical clients. Collects data and performs analyses of healthcare issues and trends to increase understanding of competitor performance and strategy, and to inform the development of KP market strategy. Performs basic analysis of health plan competitors and the healthcare market. Works with colleagues to frame issues, develop analytical approaches, evaluate assumptions, identify key trends, assess options, etc. Evaluates sources of market and competitive information for relevance, dependability and accuracy. Collaborates with peers and with other departments on special projects. Responds to ad hoc requests for information and consulting. Develops sophisticated Excel reporting tools.. Creates and maintains databases with information on health plans and health providers. Prepares presentation materials. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - Strong critical thinking and analytical skills - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analysis - Very strong Excel skills (including VLOOKUP, macros, check boxes, toggle buttons) - Proficient with PC applications including Word/PowerPoint/Access - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Data analysis and data mining - 4-year degree and 1-2 years of experience Preferred Qualifications Previous related analytical and/or consulting experience in one or more of the following areas preferred: - Healthcare related projects - Competitive market analysis and research - Economic analysis or forecasting - Analysis of corporate income statements and/or balance sheets - HTML, SAS, SQL or other programming skills2012-05-11 19:42:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135128CAOakland, CA28639284http://kp.jobs/xml/28639284/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Clinical Business Process Mgr Location: Oakland, CA Business Process Manager Oakland, CA or Pleasanton, CA, or Corona, CA The Contact Center Strategy provides the Program-wide capability and roadmap for upgrading the technology and redefining the business processes for our 45 Contact Centers across the Enterprise. This $250+ million dollar project will improve customer satisfaction and move Kaiser Permanente ahead of our competitors. The Business Process Manager is the designated resource responsible for the quality of the business area's deliverables and for performing the business processes, such as user acceptance testing, that produce those deliverables. Business Process Managers generally control the inputs used in the process and are accountable for the quality of the outputs. The Business Process Manager is expected to work in conjunction with the Realization Team Leader to ensure that the business requirements are defined and that the program realizes the Business Plan objectives. Essential Functions - Primary liaison to the business community. - Acts as primary point of coordination/aggregation of business requirements - Ensures that business requirements are defined and feasible. - Maintains ownership of functional description of the business plan. - Verifies that the business requirements are supported in the IT implementation - Provides planning expertise for deploying solutions in the deployment sites. - Signs off on the system transition strategy and plan, where applicable. - Contributes to estimates for project costs (time, money, resources, etc.) and assists in managing budgets and schedules for the project's business resources. - Maintains constant communications with the RTL regarding process or site deployment issues. - Identifies deployment environment changes that may impact the solution. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree required - Minimum of 8+ years of direct business related experience which may include large business technology projects with a significant number of integrated processes. - Demonstrates ability to direct and manage quality reviews and quality control monitoring for large complex programs. - Competency with Microsoft Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project)2012-05-11 19:42:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134421CAOakland, CA28639280http://kp.jobs/xml/28639280/jobUSAStocktonTitle: Instructional Designer Location: Stockton, CA Trainer Stockton, CA Supports the management team on the technical and non-technical subject matters. Develops and implements training programs. Ensures measurements are in place to validate training accuracy, comprehension, and effectiveness of training. Interacts with various management team members to ensure ongoing staff development. Develops processes and procedures based on findings, recommendations and management approval for the business unit. Ensures familiarity with all systems, regulatory, policy and procedure changes and external factors relating to training. Ensures training standards are being met. Responsible for becoming product expert by taking initiative and getting hands-on experience in relevant curriculum applications. Essential Functions: - Full use of application of standard principles, theories and techniques. - Uses professional concepts and company policies and procedures to solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways. - Puts forward ideas assertively and directly, providing data to support conclusions. - Adapts ideas and ties them to the needs and goals of others in order to gain their support and commitment. - Addresses volume of patient/customer needs by looking at all variables and making decisions based on urgency of specific cases, given time demands and key priorities. - Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of variety of factors. - Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. - Builds productive working relationships internally and externally. - Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, presentation, facilitation, platform and interpersonal communication skills. - Able to interact with various levels of professionals. - Asks direct questions and listens carefully to responses, restating to clarify understanding. - Proactively creates opportunities for open, two-way communication with others. - Communicates thoughts clearly and concisely. - Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. - Work is reviewed for accuracy and overall adequacy. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Requires a minimum of three (3) plus years of experience in role/position. - Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of experience. - Training certification preferred but not required. - Intermediate competency in MS Applications and KP technologies. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. - Able to discuss mission, vision and objectives within own department and unit. - Describes company philosophy, culture and history. - Discusses the roles and responsibilities of major business units and department's operating principles and practices. - Able to identify and discuss key players, key issues and strategies. - Identifies and discusses client expectations as relevant to own area. - Monitors and reports on delivery of what was promised. - Conducts and analyzes of daily problems for trends and take steps to avoid recurrence. Preferred Qualifications Requires two plus years of training experience. Experience in membership and customer service call center training environment, preferable healthcare environment. Competency in MS Applications (CMS, Excel, Power Point) and KP Technologies (FS, CM, TMS, telephony applications) Experience in curriculum development and industrial design Experience in project management and deployment skills Experience in developing, assessing, and summarizing, and feedback tools.2012-05-11 19:42:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134427CAStockton, CA28639281http://kp.jobs/xml/28639281/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Facilities Services Regional Manager (1486) Location: Walnut Creek, CA This position is accountable for management, operations, and financial performance of Plant Operations, Environmental Services, and Safety. The Manager is also responsible for the ongoing maintenance, building repair, mechanical/electrical systems, equipment and grounds, and for the provision of a safe working environment. Essential Functions: - Participates in the design, development, implementation of programs, policies & procedures to ensure all facilities (building, structures, systems, equipment, furnishings & physical environment) and grounds are maintained in an operationally effective, clean, & safe manner - Ensures compliance w/ administrative, legal, & regulatory requirements of governmental & accrediting agencies - Schedules, manages, documents, & maintains records of a comprehensive preventive maintenance program - Manages the landscaping maintenance as well as contractual services required to maintain all grounds & public sidewalks - Schedules their upkeep & repairs to maintain them for safety, aesthetics, & effective operation - Ensures compliance of medical center w/ fire prevention, general safety, seismic conformance, health hazards protection, & disaster/emergency preparedness plans - Submits quarterly safety summary reports to the Safety Committee - Manages staff, ensures their competency in area of expertise, & manages the budget & resource allocations - Manages the financial performance, identifies recommendations strategies/best practices to reduce costs & improve service - Manages & resolves human resources, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience in supervising and managing all plant operations, maintenance, renovation, and related activities (5 years) - Healthcare industry experience preferred - Previous experience in the management of building systems required - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Health, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or Applied Sciences or equivalent years of experience - Master's degree preferred - Previous background in facility management, construction management, and project management - Knowledge of advanced building engineering principles, especially as they relate to the medical care environment required - Knowledge in The Joint Commission, industry, local, state, and national codes and regulatory agency requirements - Understanding of environmental services practices in relation to staffing, infection control, and aesthetic maintenance - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-05-11 19:40:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134974CAWalnut Creek, CA28639146http://kp.jobs/xml/28639146/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Health Education Instructor III Location: Santa Rosa, CA This position conducts specialized health education classes using moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser Members & non-members & may serve as content & resource expert in the development of class curriculum. Essential Functions: - Teaches & models self-management skills, concepts, resources, & tools related to health, lifestyle change, & behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction & counseling, as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants & modifies class content to meet those needs. - Applies evidence based education techniques in teaching methods. - Sustains a high level of expertise & assures cutting-edge knowledge in specific topic area. - May coordinate health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays, community health events, etc. - May support staff education training related to specific content area. - May consult w/ physicians & staff regarding related health education services. - May be called on to review & develop or recommend high quality, culturally appropriate, written, & audio-visual health education materials to better meet class needs. - Arranges & coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, & audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities, including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, & timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers & collects class evaluation forms & class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, & answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training & education such as; those related to workplace safety, legal & regulatory compliance, accreditation & license requirements, & department specific requirements. - Maintains & promotes knowledge & utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, & behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente & through the community. Secondary Functions: - Instruct members/ patients in health education, including behavioral health classes in such areas as couples communication, anxiety, depression and/or anger management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum offour (4)years of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree. - Master's degree in public health administration or equivalent preferred. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification as appropriate for the course instruction. - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory & group process. - Current knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, & behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication & interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques & presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead & facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently & exercise professional judgment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in other health education topic areas including obesity prevention, tobacco cessation, chemical dependency also preferred. - Licensed Marriage, Family Child therapist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred.2012-05-11 19:40:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134978CASanta Rosa, CA28639147http://kp.jobs/xml/28639147/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Health Education Instructor III Location: Santa Rosa, CA This position conducts specialized health education classes using moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser Members & non-members & may serve as content & resource expert in the development of class curriculum. Essential Functions: - Teaches & models self-management skills, concepts, resources, & tools related to health, lifestyle change, & behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction & counseling, as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants & modifies class content to meet those needs. - Applies evidence based education techniques in teaching methods. - Sustains a high level of expertise & assures cutting-edge knowledge in specific topic area. - May coordinate health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays, community health events, etc. - May support staff education training related to specific content area. - May consult w/ physicians & staff regarding related health education services. - May be called on to review & develop or recommend high quality, culturally appropriate, written, & audio-visual health education materials to better meet class needs. - Arranges & coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, & audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities, including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, & timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers & collects class evaluation forms & class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, & answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training & education such as; those related to workplace safety, legal & regulatory compliance, accreditation & license requirements, & department specific requirements. - Maintains & promotes knowledge & utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, & behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente & through the community. Secondary Functions: - Instruct members/ patients in health education, including diabetes and nutrition education, obesity prevention, and/or behavioral health. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum offour (4)years of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree. - Master's degree in public health administration or equivalent preferred. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification as appropriate for the course instruction. - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory & group process. - Current knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, & behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication & interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques & presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead & facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently & exercise professional judgment. Preferred Qualifications: - Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator.2012-05-11 19:40:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134980CASanta Rosa, CA28639149http://kp.jobs/xml/28639149/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: TCU On Call Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing Location: Santa Clara, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - MED/SURG/TELEMETRY - Six months recent (within the last 3 years) experience in an acute care setting. Training in chemotherapy, neurosurgery, telemetry or other specialties may be required once hired. Basic Arrhythmia recognition skills are required. Current ACLS certification required within six months of hire. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-11 19:40:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134232CASanta Clara, CA28639135http://kp.jobs/xml/28639135/jobUSAModestoTitle: Coordinator of Care Service Director Location: Modesto, CA Directs, plans, organizes, evaluates and coordinates operations of the Utilization/ Resource Mgmt Department focused on the achievement of satisfactory patient outcomes and has overall responsibility for the coordination of care services provided by the hospital. The position carries 24/7 operational responsibility. Provides oversight of the utilization mgmt functions within the organization as directed by its policies and procedures and are aligned w/ federal, state and local regulations. Coordinates w/ TPMG and appropriate hospital staff to provide for the seamless transition of patients across the continuum of care. Represents Health Plan for Hospital operations. Essential Functions: - Directs, organizes, plans and coordinates the utilization/ resource mgmt and social services process assuring that the organizational goals and objectives for KFH/P are met. - Directs development and implementation of quality and utilization standards across the hospital to ensure coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused delivery of services, and cost effective utilization of necessary services. - Ensures compliance w/ administrative, legal and regulatory requirements of the Health Plan contract and governmental and accrediting agencies. - Oversees the development of department standards as identified by regulatory agencies, including The Joint Commission, NCQA, CMS, DHS, DPHS, and DMHC. - Maintains a state of continuous regulatory readiness. - Maintains oversight of the concurrent and retrospective inpatient reviews and appeal process. - Collaborates w/ other Service Directors in identifying and implementing innovative models and best practices. - Develops services that achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. - Utilizes research data to implement clinical changes and the delivery of patient care and member services. - Evaluates processes and makes recommendations to improve resource mgmt systems and patient care outcomes. - Participates in Executive Team's strategic planning forums. - Utilizes data to support quality patient outcomes and presents to Executive Team ongoing and reliable information about the treatment and patient flow throughout all levels of care and providing expertise in utilization mgmt, regulatory compliance and coordination of care. - Directs through managers all activities within the Resource Mgmt department including Social Services. - Responsible for efficient utilization of resources and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policies and procedures which support and meet the organization's goals and business objectives. - Manages and resolves human resource, labor relations, employee, and department safety and risk mgmt issues. - Participates in region wide peer group and leadership activities to drive consistency of operations and performance improvement. - Develops and manages systems and relationships w/ outside vendors and contract and quality oversight w/ external vendors. - Develops budget and resource allocations for areas of responsibility. - Manages the financial performance and identifies and implements appropriate strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care and services. - Focuses on prevention/intervention and identification if issues/problems prior to their impact on operations and patient care. - Assumes other duties as directed. Secondary Functions: - Provides leadership for various Continuum departments as assigned, which includes 24 hour and/or multiple location departments. - Plans, organizes, directs, evaluates, and coordinates services across the continuum of care within Service Area(s), a single medical center or a Regional department. - Oversees utilization and resource management functions in assigned continuum service lines. - Partners with the hospital on discharge planning and social needs of member population. - Accountable for providing oversight of the regulatory and health plan functions for assigned service lines within the organization as directed by its policies and procedures. - Coordinates with TPMG and appropriate hospital staff to provide for the seamless transition of patients across the continuum of care. - Works with KFHP/H and the Medical Group to develop strategic plans and, provide quality cost effective care and services which are aligned with federal, state, and local regulations. - Represents Health Plan for Hospital operations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) years of experience in patient care. - Five (5) years of progressive management experience. - BSN or BA in health care related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS required. - Demonstrated knowledge of Knox, Keene Act, Federal HMO Act, Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and all other local, state, and federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-05-11 19:40:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134819CAModesto, CA28639136http://kp.jobs/xml/28639136/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Continuing Medical Education Coordinator (1413) Location: Walnut Creek, CA This position ensures the continued accreditation of the Continuing Medical Education (CME) program and provides operational support & program development. Essential Functions: - Assures support systems that allow compliance w/ regulatory CME requirements & legal mandates - Assists in the development & implementation of services provided for all physician education activities - Provides support to the DME & CME chairs committee in carrying out the functions of the program - Collects & compiles data & QA information for the preparation of educational activities, site visits, & annual reports - Maintains program documentation/records - Consults w/ physicians & others to interpret & observe the guidelines set by CMA when providing CME programs - Monitors department CME budgets to ensure timely payment of invoices, log-ins of all CME expenses, & helps ensure expenditures remain within budget Secondary Functions: - Provide support to GME program for vacation, PTO relief Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience in desktop publishing, spreadsheet, database, email & internet - Preliminary data analysis experience - Two (2) years experience in an acute care setting working w/ regulatory agencies or legal entities & preparing for site/compliance visits preferred - Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience (four (4) years preferred) - Demonstrated ability to manage projects in a health care setting - Demonstrated knowledge of CMA, AMA & related regulatory requirements & copy right laws - Demonstrated ability to delegate word, be effective in written & oral communication, consultative & interpersonal skills - Familiarity w/ audio-visual equipment utilization - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Previous experience in CME and GME functions2012-05-11 19:40:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134844CAWalnut Creek, CA28639137http://kp.jobs/xml/28639137/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Chaplain Intern (1415) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Under the supervision of the Chaplain, provides spiritual support and counseling to hospital and hospice patients, families and staff in a culturally competent manner. The chaplain intern is a member of the interdisciplinary patient care team. This individual participates in patient care planning and documents all pertinent interventions in the patient care record. Essential Functions: - Under the supervision of the Chaplain participates in direct services to patients, family members/significant others, and staff. - Interact daily with staff and interdisciplinary team members to formulate and evaluate patient care needs. - Provide documentation in the patient care record. - Serve as a liaison between the Medical Center, local congregations and religious institutions. - Conduct services for patients, as requested. - Participate in appropriate professional associations for personal and professional growth. - Demonstrate ability to minister with persons of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Preferred minimum one (1) year full-time or two (2) years part-time pastoral counseling in hospital or death and dying experience. - Enrolled in a Theology program with an accredited institution. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Mon & Sat 8:30am - 5:00pm, Fri 1:00pm - 5:00pm2012-05-11 19:40:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134866CAWalnut Creek, CA28639138http://kp.jobs/xml/28639138/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Data Quality Auditor Location: Walnut Creek, CA Under minimal supervision, ensures accurate and appropriate documentation through local coaching and monitoring. Provides documentation coaching to clinicians in the Outpatient Clinic and Emergency Department. Monitors success of coaching and training efforts through encounter audits which ensure documentation meets requirements for diagnosis and E&M assignment, based on Official ICD-9-CM Documentation Guidelines. Essential Functions: - Using independent judgment and sensitivity, coaches individual physicians, reviewing their audit findings, making suggestions for documentation improvements and updating on changes to Federal and State government billing and coding guidelines. - Partners with Trainer in the development of future training that will address documentation risk areas identified through local and regional audits. - Plans, schedules and performs encounter audits to monitor performance and ensure lasting improvement. - Encounter audits will be the primary monitoring tool used to identify operational and regulatory issues related to coding, documentation, and compliance requirements and to ensure complete and accurate data capture in compliance with Federal and State requirements. - Monitors corrective actions for audit review findings. - Serves as a local resource in meeting internal and external regulatory requirements (e.g., Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service (CMS), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)). - Actively participates with local CMS (Center for Medicare/Medical Services) team to ensure local objectives are met and regional CMS compliance activities are supported. - Works with medical center leadership to provide confidential audits and feedback on an 'as needed' basis. - Assists in the identification of operational processes that hinder encounter data capture. - Enters encounter audit results into regional audit database to support quality assurance process, regional analysis and regional training activities. - Prepares and/or performs medical center auditing analysis and/or special projects as assigned. - Partners with Data Quality Trainer and other local analytical workgroups to identify audit trends and risk areas based on audit findings and data analysis. - Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures / Compliance Audit Standards to ensure compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory requirements. - NOTE: Travel between Medical Center facilities may be required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience coding, three (3) or more years, based on Coding Clinical Guidelines for inpatient and outpatient. - Demonstrated experience conducting Medical Record audits and ability to interpret and apply Federal and State regulations, coding and billing requirements. - Demonstrated project management experience including design and implementation of audit plans. - Experience using PC applications such as MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, preferred. - Medical center operations or clinical experience, preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, health care, public health, finance, business medical records technology OR equivalent experience. - Certification in one of the following: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC). - Demonstrated ability to constructively and sensitively provide feedback to providers and medical center leadership regarding federal and state coding, medical documentation and compliance guidelines, audit results and risk areas. - Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of physician, patient, patient account and personnel data. - Strong interpersonal and excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. - Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision. - Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment. - Willingness to be flexible depending upon department and/or physician schedule needs. - Demonstrated ability to review analytical data and audit findings to identify documentation trends and other risk areas. - Demonstrated ability to develop data requirements and work with analytical groups to extract, organize and analyze coded data. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-11 19:40:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134904CAWalnut Creek, CA28639140http://kp.jobs/xml/28639140/jobUSAMantecaTitle: Patient Care Coordinator RN (PCC-SB-04112012_0.8) Location: Manteca, CA Please be aware that this position is currently under review as part of the jurisdictional process with the California Nurses Association to determine whether such position should be assigned to the CNA bargaining unit. This review is on a position-by-position basis and includes an analysis of the actual duties performed in each position under review.This determination will be made within the next several months.Should the determination be made that the position does belong to the CNA bargaining unit, you will be offered the opportunity to (a) follow the work into the CNA bargaining unit and become a member of the union, or (b) seek other employment within the organization. Should you have any questions regarding this notice, please contact your recruiter for further information. Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses, and evaluates care provided to members. - In conjunction with physicians, evaluates and develops discharge plans, recommends alternative levels of care, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. - Develops and maintains case management policies and procedures. - Coordinates, directs, and performs concurrent and retrospective reviews, and monitors level and quality of care. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization management, transfer coordination, discharge planning, and obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for patients/families. - Consults with physicians, health care providers, discharge planning and outside agencies regarding continued care/treatment or hospitalization. - Encourages members to follow plans of care (e.g., drug therapy, physical therapy). - Makes referrals to appropriate community services. - Identifies and recommends opportunities for cost savings and improving the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops and collects data, and trends utilization of health care resources. - Interprets regulations, health plan benefits, policies, and procedures for members, physicians, medical office staff, contract providers, and outside agencies. - Coordinates transmission of clinical and benefit treatment to patients, families and outside agencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous case management experience preferred. - Demonstrated experience in utilization management, discharge planning, or transfer coordination. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in nursing or health related field. - Masters degree preferred. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. -BLS Required. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal/state/local regulations. Schedule: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Week 1: Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat Week 2: Sun, Tues, Wed, Thurs2012-05-11 19:40:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134910CAManteca, CA28639141http://kp.jobs/xml/28639141/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Pulmonary Clinical Services Manager (1468) Location: Antioch, CA Manages staff in providing delivery of high quality, patient-focused, and cost-effective pulmonary care services in a widely diverse culture across the CSA. Accountable for service area and across the continuum of care. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Essential Functions: - Develops, implements, and monitors quality of CSA pulmonary standards across the continuum of care. - Ensures all programs support the organization's goals and strategic plans. - Coordinates plans of treatment, customer focused delivery of services, and cost effective utilization of services. - Ensures all patient care is in compliance with administrative, legal, and regulatory requirements and follows established policies and procedures. - Works with other health care providers to develop, implement, and provide efficient pulmonary care services and outcomes. - Reviews best practice models including systems development and cost effective care delivery models. - Develops, implements, and evaluates standards of practice, to improve quality and service to members. - Meets short and long term financial goals by continually planning, developing, monitoring, adjusting and evaluating annual budgets. - Identifies opportunities to reduce costs, while maintaining quality of services. - Manages staff, ensuring all are fully competent in providing the highest quality of care to members. - Determines appropriate staffing to maintain the service levels. - Develops and presents in-service programs to medical center staff. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Progressive management experience in respiratory care, in a multi-faceted health care system, multi-service provider setting or academic setting required, usually four (4) years. - Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Care, Health Care Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or completion within two (2) years, OR equivalent experience. - Master's degree preferred. - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required. - Current State Respiratory Care Practitioner license required. - Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations. - Demonstrated knowledge of budgeting, staffing, systems, quality improvement, and clinical care delivery in an inpatient setting. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-11 19:40:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134938CAAntioch, CA28639142http://kp.jobs/xml/28639142/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Clinical Services Director (1483) - ICU/CMU - Walnut Creek Location: Walnut Creek, CA Plans, organizes, directs, evaluates & coordinates inpatient-nursing services w/in a service line. Collaborates w/ KFHP/H & the Med Grp staff in the development & execution of strategic plans, providing quality care, & managing cost-effective services which are aligned w/ fed, state, & local regulations. Responsible for achieving the strategic vision for nursing in their assigned areas of accountability. Responsible for the quality of nursing care & services to patients in their assigned areas of responsibility. Accountable for the following areas dependent upon med ctr beds & services offered. Maintains key relationships w/ Clinical & Administrative Dir peers, Chiefs of Service, other dept dirs reporting to Asst Administrators for clinical & ops, reg'l PCS, AMGAs, community peers. Essential Functions: - Collaborates w/ CNO & other med ctr mgmt in identifying & implementing innovative models & best practices w/ an emphasis on quality of care, service improvements & cost reduction - W/ TPMG partner, directs development & implementation of quality & utilization stds across the continuum of care to ensure coordinated plans of treatment, patient focused delivery of svcs & cost effective utilization of necessary svcs - Coordinates w/ TPMG to provide for the seamless transition of patients across the continuum of care - Establishes partnerships w/ facility leadership groups - In collaboration w/ medical staff & facility leadership ensures a superior care experience & a safe environment w/ patients & staff - Ensures policies, practices, & procedures comply w/ administrative, legal & regulatory requirements of the Health Plan contract & govt'l & accrediting agencies - Provides clinical & professional oversight for areas of accountability - Assures successful implementation of organizational strategies such as Hospital Efficiency, Work Place Safety, Supply Cost Initiative including OR Back-log, Patient satisfaction - Through the hiring, retention, & development of internal staff in areas of accountability, achieves staffing ratios & optimal patient outcomes w/ minimal dependence on premium pay - Mentors nursing mgrs in development of leadership skills, fiscally accountable staffing/scheduling practices, professional development of staff, & outcomes based practice - Oversees the development of dept stds as identified by regulatory agencies including policies & procedures - Develops svcs that achieve a high level of customer satisfaction w/ emphasis on customer service, highest stds of quality & innovation - Maintains a state of continuous regulatory readiness - Manages & resolves HR, labor relations, employee & dept safety & risk mgmt issues - GRASP committees - Participates in developing the hospital's plan for the recruitment & retention of nursing resources to ensure that a sufficient number of qualified staff members are available to meet the needs of the patients - Utilizes research data to implement clinical changes & the delivery of patient care & member svcs - Directs the budget & resource allocations for designated depts - Manages the financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care & svcs - Communicates effectively as hospital's advocate to members of the community, continually seeking ways to improve & promote the PR objective of the hospital & marketing svcs - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided & uses it to manage clinical ops Secondary Functions: - This position will focus on the Cardiac Monitoring Unit and Intensive Care Unit Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial nursing experience in patient care, usually eight (8) years - Progressive management experience required, usually five (5) years - BSN or BA in health care related field required - Master's degree in nursing, health care, public administration, or business administration preferred - Current California RN license required - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills - Demonstrated ability to lead & manage through influence & change - Demonstrated knowledge of federal & state laws & regulations such as: Knox-Keene Act, Federal HMO Act, Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, & all applicable Medicare & Medi-Cal regulations - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment - Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a union environment - Proven ability to deliver results for meeting organizational objectives - Proven ability to work effectively with Labor Preferred Qualifications: - Critical Care Registered Nurse certification2012-05-11 19:40:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134969CAWalnut Creek, CA28639143http://kp.jobs/xml/28639143/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Assistant Administration Support Services (1485) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Directs, manages, and controls medical center-based operational activities including: environmental services, material management, plant operations, nutritional services (food services), gardening, linen, transportation, environmental health and safety and security services. Point of contact for all internal and external issues related to operation of physical plant, environmental services, landscaping and construction project liaison. Also serves as the service area liaison to Regional Departments: National Facilities Services, Biomedical Engineering, and Construction Services. Essential Functions: - Under the direct management of the Area Manager or COO and performance accountability to the Regional Support Service Administrator, the Leader, Support Services: Plans, develops and implements support services that achieve area business goals and objectives. - Identifies, implements, and evaluates best practices, including systems development and cost-effective operations standards and focuses on prevention, intervention and identification of issues and problems prior to impact on operations. - Effectively manages budgets that are designed to maintain, remodel and secure the facility assets of the Area. - Directs the development and implementation of standards for plant operations, maintenance, safety, and enhancement of work and member space, building, grounds and equipment. - Collaborates with service area constituents to structure support services that promote a high degree of internal customer satisfaction and the implementation of best practices. - Works closely with Regional and local departments to champion and implement organization-wide initiatives (e.g., Workplace Safety, Revenue Enhancement, Business Continuity, Supply Savings). - Works with Regional Financial Services and the Area Finance Officer to ensure all Area capital assets are tracked successfully. - Works with staff of the National Facilities Services Department to plan, design and implement plant maintenance and large scale capital projects that adhere to organizational standards, are delivered on a timely basis and meet established budgets. - Develops and revises standards for all Support Services departments as identified by regulatory agencies. - Coordinates local/state fire authority, OSHA, DOHS and The Joint Commission inspection visits involving facility or building concerns. - Develops, coaches and manages a staff dedicated to providing professional expertise and a high degree of customer service. - Participates in Area Management Teams that create and track long and short term business goals. - Works with the Business Strategy & Finance and Materials Management departments to assure that all procurement activity adheres to organizational policies, procedures and financial standards. - Actively collaborates with our Labor Partners to create a professionally satisfying work environment by assuring that our managers and staff are working within the parameters of the KP National Labor Management Partnership Agreement. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum five (5) - ten (10) years of facility and support services operations (in healthcare environment preferred). - Practical experience in facility management, construction administration and project management. - Demonstrated experience developing operational standards, policies and practices that promote organizational efficiencies, cost effectiveness and the delivery of high quality services. - Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering or related discipline with practical experience in business administration, public administration or related field. - Master's degree preferred. - Expert knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations especially those relating to environmental services, hazardous waste management and safety. - Demonstrated knowledge of the application of various codes/standards managed by local, state and national regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission regulations. - Demonstrated proficiency in the development, motivation, mobilization and leadership of effective teams that achieve results. - Ability to develop, administer and achieve sound financial plans and budgets. - Demonstrated understanding of environment care and its relation to hospital operations. - Must be able to successfully collaborate with Medical Group and Labor Partners to mutually achieve operational successes in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Demonstrated excellent communication skills (written, verbal, active listening).2012-05-11 19:40:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134972CAWalnut Creek, CA28639145http://kp.jobs/xml/28639145/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Pathology Technician Assistant AA - Grade 430 [LAB-12-S024] Location: Sacramento, CA Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Pathology/Laboratory Director and the Laboratory Administrative Director or designee and under general supervision of the grossing pathologist, assists pathologist in the receipt, organization of surgical tissue specimens, and autopsies and assures and logs specimens appropriately, processes, and disposes in a timely and safe manner. All tasks are to be done courtestly and correctly using judgment to respond appropriately to changing workload. Must be willing to work in a Labor/Management Partnership enviroment. Essential Functions: - Receives, transports, verifies identification, logs, and prepares gross surgical and cytology specimens received in pathology. - May be required to pick up and transport all pathology specimens from laboratory and surgery, verifying specimen identification and resolves discrepancies. - Labels specimens, requisitions, cassettes with surgical accession number, legibly and accurately. - Enters accession number, patient and specimen identifiers into computer database. - Processes, prepares, and sends specimens to outside laboratory and accurately completes all associated paperwork. - Processes, prepares, and distributes intra-facility consultations. - Performs tissue sections according to written policies and procedures. - Assists pathologist with gross examination. - Sets up necessary equipment, supplies and specimens for gross examination. - Stores specimens after examination. - Disinfects area/instruments including cryostat. - May assist pathologists preparing fetal/infant cadavers and associated paperwork for delivery to fetal pathologists. - Maintains wet tissue storage. - Stores, rotates, and disposes of all wet tissues in accordance with departmental procedures. Disinfects and maintains specimen storage cabinets. - Disposes of tissues, decanting formaldehyde per department protocol and following all safety precautions. - Assists other staff, as directed, and assists with clerical duties: - Receives slides from Regional Lab and distributes slides to pathologist. Verifies accuracy of shipment. - Files, including slides. - Assists with stocking supplies and proper utilization of supplies. - Mailing and distribution of report. - Answering the telephone and responding to voicemail messages in a timely manner. - According to established facility protocol, conducts daily morgue census; verifies if autopsy is required and collects permit chart, etc. as assigned. - Properly labels, stores, handles, and disposes reagents and hazardous wastes according to local, State and Federal regulations. This may include recycling or reprocessing of reagents used in the department/unit including neutralization of formaldehyde before disposing. - May be assigned to train staff in all non-grossing duties. - Performs other duties assigned. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current pathology experience including assisting in receipt and processing surgical specimens. - Experience in assisting the pathologists in post mortem procedures preferred. - Current pathology technical assistant experience preferred. - Must have an AA in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology, or equivalent education with at least sixty (60) semester hours including, at a minimum, six (6) semester hours each of chemistry and biology and twelve (12) semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical technology in any combination from an accredited institution. OR Must have previously qualified or could have qualified as a laboratory medical technologist on or before February 28, 1992 OR On or before April 24, 1995 must have been a high school graduate or equivalent and have either graduated from a HHS approved medical laboratory training program or successfully completed an official U.S. military medical laboratory procedures training course of at least fifty (50) weeks duration and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician). - Good working knowledge of basic clinical laboratory and pathology terminology. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Excellent organizational skills necessary to work under time constraints. - Ability to keep detailed records. - Excellent attendance. - Strong customer focus. - Excellent interpersonal skills in working with customers, clinicians and coworkers. - Basic computer keyboard skills and word processing of 20 wpm. - Ability to function according to established policies and procedures under the general supervision, and, as applicable, direct supervision of a pathologist. - Must be able to read, write and speak the English language. Skills Testing: PC Skills, Typing 20WPM2012-05-11 19:40:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133884CASacramento, CA28639134http://kp.jobs/xml/28639134/jobUSANovatoTitle: Medical Social Worker II ***Temporary*** Location: Novato, CA The primary role of the Medical Social Worker II in the Hospice/Home Health setting is to assist patients and families/caregivers to cope with the social/ emotional issues and practical arrangements related to the patient's illness. Under general direction, delivers age-appropriate social work care to patients and their caregivers in their place of residence in accordance with agency policy and procedure and state and federal regulations. The Medical Social Worker II serves as an integral member of the home health team providing assessments, coordination and implementation of social work services to meet the complex needs of patients in the home setting. Essential Functions: - Provide psychodynamic interventions, crisis intervention, grief/bereavement counseling, problem solving, stress reduction & developing healthy coping strategies in individual/family/group settings. Provide counseling to help patients cope w/ acute/chronic/terminal illnesses. - Responsible for developing & implementing individual Plan of Treatment which assist patients & families to cope &/or restore social, emotional, financial & environmental factors which affect &/or affected by illness. - Completes biopsychosocial strengths based assessments. Partners w/ patient to identify needs & develop & implement individual treatment plan based on mutually agreed upon treatment plan. - Discuss options for care proactively including Kaiser resources & external community/government resources to assist patient/family in developing short & long term care plans as appropriate. Team w/ other disciplines in assessing, planning & providing services for patients utilizing biopsychosocial information. - Assist patient in advocating for self to receive appropriate services w/in Kaiser & community. Assist patient & family in placing patient in higher level of care as determined by team & patient, if applicable. - Takes, reviews, evaluates & prioritizes written & oral referrals. - Maintains documentation, records & data collections. - Responsible for completion of required documents in a complete & timely manner. - Functions as part of the Home Health/Hospice Team to assure appropriate, timely placement of Kaiser members in nursing facilities. - Liaison between patient & Kaiser maintaining positive relationship w/ Kaiser & providing for continuity of care. - Identifies appropriate levels of care & facilities for referred patients, where applicable. - Obtains placements, where applicable. - Collaborate w/ internal & external resources in Kaiser & the community to meet mutually agreed upon goals & objectives. - Provides information & referral to community resources as requested. - Coordinates exchange of information between Kaiser, families, members & skilled nursing facilities. - Determines application of Kaiser, Medicare & Medi-Cal benefits to specific patient situations. - Participates in Quality Assurance activities as assigned. - Assist in coordinating communication between regional offices, clinics, hospitals, & field staff, triaging of phone calls from members'/families. - Works w/ referral sources to clarify & complete required clinical & psychosocial information. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Step I: Less than two (2) years' social work experience (M.S.W. field work not included). - Step II: Two (2) to four (4) years of social work experience within the last five (5) years (M.S.W. fieldwork not included). - Step III: Four (4) or more years of social work experience within the last ten (10) years (M.S.W. fieldwork not included). - One (1) year experience providing direct service in medical or home health related setting - MSW internship considered. - Home Health - Title 22 Requirement: 'Social worker' means a person who has a masters of social work degree from a school of social work accredited or approved by the Council on Social Work Education and having one year of social work experience in a health care setting. - Hospice - California standards: 'Social worker' means a person who has a master of social work degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and clinical experience relevant to the counseling and case work needs of patients and families. - Masters in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education. - LCSW preferred. - California Driver's License required. - BLS required. - Demonstrated ability to work on a multidisciplinary team. - Must have solid psychosocial assessment skills. - Knowledge of chronic and acute disease and how it impacts patient and family functioning. - Demonstrated excellent oral/telephone communication skills and written documentation. - Must be computer-literate and, preferably, experienced in automated clinical information systems. - Must demonstrate ability to effectively and efficiently handle demanding workload involving multiple tasks. - Demonstrated ability to function independently as a collaborative, supportive team member. - Must be able to master detailed and complex information regarding benefits and coordination of care. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collectivebargaining agreement. Temporary: Expected Length of Employment: Up to 90 days Schedule: Mon: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Tues: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM, Thurs: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM2012-05-11 19:40:46United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133580CANovato, CA28639128http://kp.jobs/xml/28639128/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Medical Assistant, Grade 180 Location: Oakland, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or designee. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department. - Records information in patients' medical record. - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. - Assists clinician with care of the patient. - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department. - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry. - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. - Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. - Takes accountability for own actions. - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. - Adheres to Attendance Policy. - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship. - High School Diploma or GED. - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. - BLS certification. - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. - Ability to use personal computer. - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information. - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Short-Hour Regular, 8 hours per week, Day shifts. Friday: 9:30am to 6:00pm and every other Monday off. Starting and ending times and days may vary according to departmental needs.2012-05-11 19:40:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131842CAOakland, CA28639119http://kp.jobs/xml/28639119/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Housekeeping Aide - Grade 100 (1201) Location: Antioch, CA Under direct supervision, cleans & maintains an assigned area, & performs a variety of environmental services duties in & around the medical center in order to maintain a neat, orderly, sanitary, & safe environment. Essential Functions: - Operates & utilizes equipment needed to include cleaner, wet mop unit, dust pay, dust mop, back vacuum, automatic floor scrubber, shampoo machine, high-speed buffer, carpet extractor, wet/dry vacuum, floor buffer, wall washer & utility cart. Operates & utilizes sane Pac, compactor & bailer - Utilizing standard cleaning products cleans patient areas to include restrooms, discharge beds, woodwork, horizontal surfaces, TV5 cabinets, furniture, glass, walls, floors, & all affixed items, replenish dispensers, & remove soiled linen & trash - Utilizing standard cleaning products, cleans auxiliary areas to include medication room, nursing station, tub room, soiled utility rooms, storage areas, staff lounge, quiet rooms, offices, exam rooms, treatment rooms, waiting rooms, lobbies, elevators, water fountain, ice machines, telephones, all horizontal surfaces & high dusting - Replenishes supplies such as: paper-towels, toilet paper, soap, plastic liners, paper cups & seat covers - Reports unsafe conditions such as defective or damaged equipment Assures sharp objects are in proper containers follow safety rules established by the department & uses proper body mechanics such as lifting techniques - Performs other duties as assigned - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six months experience preferred - Moderate to heavy lifting ability required; ability to operate all types of floor machinery and other housekeeping related equipment - Ability to lift 50 lbs., carry items of 25 lbs., pushes carts up to 200 lbs. - Ability to perform frequent pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting and reaching Job requires extensive standing and walking - Ability to understand and communicate effectively - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Refer to position specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-05-11 19:40:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia121874CAAntioch, CA28639105http://kp.jobs/xml/28639105/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Project Management Lead Location: Oakland, CA The Lead Project Manager in the Kaiser Permanente Information Technology (KP-IT) National Facilities Services Business Information Office (BIO) Integrated Systems Delivery (ISD) group is responsible for leading projects focused upon device and system integration and the delivery of those systems/devices into operational use. The Lead Project Manager is accountable for meeting financial and schedule commitments for all assigned projects and to communicate effectively with cross functional team members. Additionally the KPIT Lead Project Manager is accountable to ensure that IT services are delivered according to scope, schedule and budget. This is a position for a Lead Project Manager in the National Facilities Services BIO joining our Integrated Systems Delivery Team. The Integrated Systems Delivery Team partners with various internal groups that include but are not limited to Clinical Technology, IT, National Facilities Services and our Clinical Partners. The ISD team is constantly working on leading edge technology projects and it is our mission to improve the quality of care provided to our members by providing the correct data and controls to the correct person in the correct context at the correct time. Essential Functions: Exhibit leadership to motivate, set achievable objectives, maintain a positive outlook, take responsibility, make decisions and provide constructive feedback Build, track and monitor project plan(s) using either MS Project or Primavera to ensure that the project is on schedule and budget and that it remains so Ensure project data is accurate and available for review by management and ensure that management is proactively informed of potential problems so that they can be resolved before they become insurmountable Utilize a proactive change control process Use negotiation skills to achieve successful project outcomes around issues, scope, schedule, costs/budget and resources Manage the project funding/budget process Matrix manage project managers and teams from other KP-IT groups who supply resources and services to the project Consistently support compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Manages complex projects or multiple projects of moderate complexity. - Total managed project budget up to $10 million. - Project complexity includes multiple sites and up to 10 interdependent work tracks. - Project Integration Management, including converts business cases to business plans. - Manages coordination across multiple stakeholders from both IT and Business to ensure project objectives are met. - Understands and consistently meets project stakeholder expectations within scope of project role by responding promptly to client/stakeholderinquiries. - Demonstrates knowledge and use of change management process. - Responsible for accurate time reporting for project work they are leading. - Responsible for measuring and reporting 'on budget' metric for assigned scope. - May provide quality reviews and guidance for projects. - Directs or may develop the quality/testing strategies for the project. Provides best practice recommendations and trade-off scenarios for consideration. - Establishes coordination across projects to ensure adequate resources are available and delivery commitments are met. - Responsible for tracking and reporting accurate project and deliverable status for assigned scope of work. - Capable of developing communication presentations with minimal guidance. - May assist in the development or provide guidance to project managers in development of risk plans, qualitative/quantitative risk assessments. - Evaluates business cases for vendor requirements. - Contributes to RFP development and technical specifications. - Demonstrates understanding of and applies knowledge in all phases of the project delivery life cycle. - Accountable for coordination ofcollection and validation of business requirements. - May determine the impact of current/existing technologies on the project. - Negotiates with application release manager to include changes in a release. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - B.S. degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or Management Information Systems or equivalent experience. - Required is 8 years of information technology experience that includes a broad understanding of both IT infrastructure and application projects through professional services consulting and/or project/program management. - 6 years of progressive experience as a program/project manager that includes managing implementations of large, complex projects with multi-million dollar budgets. - Demonstrated strong customer focus and client relationship building skills - Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications: - System Integration experience is preferred - Very strong presentation creation and delivery experience is preferred. - Capital Construction experience is a plus - Healthcare experience is a plus - Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute.2012-05-11 19:39:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135319CAOakland, CA28639077http://kp.jobs/xml/28639077/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Information Security Consultant - Systems Assurance Location: Pleasanton, CA The ideal candidate will have a security mindset and the ability to think outside the box, contributing to a team of highly motivated and skilled information security practitioners. As a member of the Systems Assurance team, the candidate will balance both security and business imperatives using a risk based approach. The primary responsibilities will include assessing the security and compliance posture of existing environments, identifying risks and recommend remediation plans, and performing system integrations into our risk management platform. Candidate should be well-rounded and have knowledge in all information security domains. The candidate will represent Information Security in the assessment as well as research, development and implementation of technologies, techniques, and process improvements pertaining to initiatives that require information security guidance. The candidate will have close working relationship with both IT and the Business. The candidate will work directly with project personnel as well as business management teams. The ability to communicate in both technical and business terms is crucial. As subject matter expert, the candidate must be able to articulate information security requirements and risks in business language. General Requirements Provide project leadership for security related engagements related to vulnerability management, security configuration management, security metrics, and GRC integration concerns. Assist in designing and delivering comprehensive remediation workflow and reporting solutions to customers. Ability to apply data visualization and statistical best practices to enterprise risk reporting. Excellent analytical skills to compliment strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal, motivational, organizational, persuasive and project management skills. Proven ability to work effectively with management, staff, vendors, and external consultants Proven ability to communicate technical issues to technical and non-technical business area representatives. Understanding of security risk assessment methodologies. Ability to assess both technical and business risks as they pertain to information security. Provide project leadership for security related engagement related to vulnerability management, configuration management, metrics, and GRC integration concerns. Understanding of regulatory climate and industry standards such as SOX, HIPAA and PCI. Technical Requirements Drive the extension of integration, big data, and business intelligence toolsets for systems assurance, metrics and GRC related programs Solid understanding of basic statistical methodologies and how to apply them to real world problems. Assist in designing and delivering comprehensive remediation workflow and reporting solutions to customers. Provide senior level database support for multiple OLTP and OLAP systems Plan and execute on mitigation and remediation effectiveness testing. In-depth knowledge of web application security and industry best practices (i.e, OWASP, WASC, etc), as well as SDLC. Ability to program and script in various languages (i.e., Python/Perl, Ruby, Java, shell scripting, .Net). Working knowledge of vulnerability and configuration assessment technologies. Good understanding of enterprise level network and infrastructure security technologies from tier one vendors.. Expert knowledge of hardening Unix, Linux, Mainframe, Windows and other enterprise level platforms. Good understanding of sound security practices around the deployment and operations of cloud computing, virtualization, mainframe and database technologies. Qualifications: BS Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Science, Mathematics or equivalent combination of experience and formal education, or additional 4 years of work experience. 10 years of hands on experience in two or more of the following: application security, network security, or platform/OS security in engineering, architecture or consulting capacity. Formal training and general certification in the security field, both vendor agnostic and vendor specific (such as CCIE, CISA, CISSP, GIAC) Security generalist experience: Deploy and maintenance of vulnerability management, NIDS, HIDS, AV, security configuration management, GRC, Security Metrics Project management experience with the security domain2012-05-11 19:39:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132964CAPleasanton, CA28639073http://kp.jobs/xml/28639073/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Senior Manager of Health Innovation Location: Pasadena, CA Scan the internal and external environment for Innovation to transform care delivery. Manage an idea intake process to identify, qualify, fund and track innovation proposals in the region. Partner with region and medical centers to pilot funded ideas. Host Innovation summits in SCAL to promote learning and innovation. Participate in the strategic planning, and management of the department. Make formal presentation to senior leadership on the Innovation strategy and progress. Responsible for guiding clients, including Sr Leaders, in development of project work that addresses the strategic priorities of the organization. Responsible for building on-going relationships & proactively thought partnering w/ key clients across the organization. Provides leadership for complex projects and/or multiple projects, including project scoping & planning, staff mgmt, analysis & issue resolution, & deliverable development & presentation. Proactively recognizes organizational improvement areas & communicates frequently w/ sr leadership. Actively oversees & participates in a broad array of project work, including strategy development, market assessments, operational & process improvement, policy issues, profitability assessments & major implementations. In addition to providing consulting support & project mgmt for the organization, position is also responsible for building a strong departmental culture. Will have direct accountability for staff development & various administrative functions w/in the dept. Will help to foster a professional, results-oriented, collaborative environment, which supports staff growth & development. Essential Functions: - Effectively leads large, complex and/or multiple project teams dealing w/ varied content - Makes significant contributions & provides leadership to highly visible mgmt projects to address issues of strategic importance to the organization - Manages the work of all project participants, including outside consultants & other dept staff, when used - Ensures that project related expenditures are reasonable & approp - Develops & maintains strong relationships w/ key clients throughout the organization to proactively identify improvement opportunities & appropriate project work - Effectively interfaces w/ key clients, including Sr Leaders, to reach mutually acceptable agreements around project scope, objectives, deliverables, timeframes & outcomes - Interacts w/ Sr Leaders to provide thought leadership for strategic issues - Work w/ key clients & stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes, including achieving buy in & acceptance of project scope, plans, timelines & recommendations in highly political environments - Understands organizational complexity/priorities & incorporates knowledge into project design & mgmt - Ensures that work addresses root cause issues & structures work accordingly - Demonstrates insight & creativity & offers options when approaching resolution of issues or problems - Is proactive in identification & communication of issues or barriers that may impede the project or compromise success & takes approp steps to resolve them - Creates a team environment that encourages collaboration, ongoing feedback & encourages participation from all staff - Adapts mgmt style as appropriate to meet needs of a particular situation or team resulting in optimal performance - Develops clear project plans that result in production of high-quality deliverables & outcomes - Monitors plan on an ongoing basis & proactively adjusts, as necessary, to resolve barriers and/or issues - Oversees work to ensure high quality deliverable w/in timeframes & budget - Provides project oversight & inter-coordination of related projects - Helps to develop, execute, & monitor dept-wide activities that support the culture & values of the dept - Ensures that dept plans are in alignment w/ organizational goals & priorities - Shares project based & general work related knowledge w/ colleagues to enhance departmental performance Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Seven (7) years of experience in project management, general management and/or consulting required - Additional experience preferred - Healthcare experience in a health plan, medical group or hospital setting preferred - Direct staff or departmental management experience preferred - Experience in managing staff, including staff development, coaching/mentoring, performance reviews, and administration of guidelines - Master's degree or experience in Business Administration, Economics, Operations Research, Public Health, Health Administration or other related field required - Demonstrated expertise in multiple content areas necessary to the work of the department - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multidisciplinary perspectives - Demonstrated core consulting skills, including analytics, project management, facilitation, communication and interpersonal skills - Advanced knowledge of computer applications and knowledge of data systems - Proven leadership skills in a matrix management environment that includes influencing, efficiency, collaboration, candor, and openness with a focus on results orientation - Demonstrates an understanding of the operations and/or business of KP, health policy trends, and any applicable regulations related to the responsible practice area - Demonstrates ability to lead project work involving various partners including Medical Group and/or Labor Partners Preferred Qualifications: -Minimum of 10 years experience in healthcare and consulting preffered -Proven track record of managing the innovation life cycle from idea generation, proof of concept, to operationalizing the solution with proven results -Strong analytics, communication and business management skills -Experience in building strategic alliances with industry to pilot innovative concepts - Understanding of mobile technology and social media - Computer skills in Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Project, Social Media and Mobile Technology Notes: - 50 % of travel2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134823CAPasadena, CA28606801http://kp.jobs/xml/28606801/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Fontana, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (TJC, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Two to three (2-3) years of critical care experience. - Current Drivers License - Current BLS certificate - BSN to Masters - CM Certificate - Basic computer skills to include Word and Powerpoint. Notes: - Variable Days and Hours with rotating weekends. - Will be cross-trained to provide case management in the inpatient and ED setting at 9961 Sierra Ave, Fontana. - May also be cross-trained to provide coverage for Outside Utilization. - Will be trained to assist with Medi-Cal TARs and Utilization quality review. - May be required to travel to offsite locations for trainings or meetings.2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134846CAFontana, CA28606802http://kp.jobs/xml/28606802/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Asst Mgr Amb Care Dept Location: Los Angeles, CA Assists an Ambulatory Care Department Manager by supervising assigned operations of a department providing ambulatory patient care services; ensuring that staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient-focused services to members across the continuum which comply with local, state, & federal requirements; implementing & maintaining clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development; delivering nursing/patient care services that add value, are integrated with business plans & meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical, & utilization standards/performance measures. Essential Functions: - Supervises daily operations & ensures staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, & federal, state, & local requirements - Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Recommends & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/ service - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Assists in providing on going staff development - Implements & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organization's goals & business objectives & ensures they are met - Collaborates w/ physicians, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department - Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience in ambulatory care or other relevant healthcare experience required (usually two (2) - three (3) years) - Two (2) years of previous supervisory experience, preferred - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent experience in health care related field required - Demonstrated interpersonal skills - Knowledge of ambulatory care practices/ operations/ issues Preferred Qualifications: - Computer skills in Word and Excel Notes: - Schedule varies after hours / weekend as needed2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134848CALos Angeles, CA28606803http://kp.jobs/xml/28606803/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Senior Manager Project Portfolio and Knowledge Management Location: Pasadena, CA The Portfolio and Knowledge Manager will be responsible for managing the prioritization and tracking of regional process transformation and innovation investments and development of a process and infrastructure to qualify and disseminate innovation and process transformation best practices among the Medical Centers. The responsibilities will include: - Design, implement a project intake, prioritization, governance and reporting process for regional process transformation and innovation investments - Manage a regional dashboard for tracking and reporting PT and Innovation project performance - Design and implement a knowledge management infrastructure and process for the region to capture, qualify and disseminate project leanings to Medical Centers. - Collaborate with academic institutions to publish case studies of successful PT and Innovation projects to promote Kaiser's brand - Partner with Medical Centers to develop the business case for new Innovation and PT proposals - As a member of the leadership team, actively participate and contribute to the management of the department, people development and strategic planning Responsible for guiding clients, including Sr Leaders, in development of project work that addresses the strategic priorities of the organization. Responsible for building on-going relationships & proactively thought partnering w/ key clients across the organization. Provides leadership for complex projects and/or multiple projects, including project scoping & planning, staff mgmt, analysis & issue resolution, & deliverable development & presentation. Proactively recognizes organizational improvement areas & communicates frequently w/ sr leadership. Actively oversees & participates in a broad array of project work, including strategy development, market assessments, operational & process improvement, policy issues, profitability assessments & major implementations. In addition to providing consulting support & project mgmt for the organization, position is also responsible for building a strong departmental culture. Will have direct accountability for staff development & various administrative functions w/in the dept. Will help to foster a professional, results-oriented, collaborative environment, which supports staff growth & development. Essential Functions: - Effectively leads large, complex and/or multiple project teams dealing w/ varied content - Makes significant contributions & provides leadership to highly visible mgmt projects to address issues of strategic importance to the organization - Manages the work of all project participants, including outside consultants & other dept staff, when used - Ensures that project related expenditures are reasonable & approp - Develops & maintains strong relationships w/ key clients throughout the organization to proactively identify improvement opportunities & appropriate project work - Effectively interfaces w/ key clients, including Sr Leaders, to reach mutually acceptable agreements around project scope, objectives, deliverables, timeframes & outcomes - Interacts w/ Sr Leaders to provide thought leadership for strategic issues - Work w/ key clients & stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes, including achieving buy in & acceptance of project scope, plans, timelines & recommendations in highly political environments - Understands organizational complexity/priorities & incorporates knowledge into project design & mgmt - Ensures that work addresses root cause issues & structures work accordingly - Demonstrates insight & creativity & offers options when approaching resolution of issues or problems - Is proactive in identification & communication of issues or barriers that may impede the project or compromise success & takes approp steps to resolve them - Creates a team environment that encourages collaboration, ongoing feedback & encourages participation from all staff - Adapts mgmt style as appropriate to meet needs of a particular situation or team resulting in optimal performance - Develops clear project plans that result in production of high-quality deliverables & outcomes - Monitors plan on an ongoing basis & proactively adjusts, as necessary, to resolve barriers and/or issues - Oversees work to ensure high quality deliverable w/in timeframes & budget - Provides project oversight & inter-coordination of related projects - Helps to develop, execute, & monitor dept-wide activities that support the culture & values of the dept - Ensures that dept plans are in alignment w/ organizational goals & priorities - Shares project based & general work related knowledge w/ colleagues to enhance departmental performance Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Seven (7) years of experience in project management, general management and/or consulting required - Additional experience preferred - Healthcare experience in a health plan, medical group or hospital setting preferred - Direct staff or departmental management experience preferred - Experience in managing staff, including staff development, coaching/mentoring, performance reviews, and administration of guidelines - Master's degree or experience in Business Administration, Economics, Operations Research, Public Health, Health Administration or other related field required - Demonstrated expertise in multiple content areas necessary to the work of the department - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multidisciplinary perspectives - Demonstrated core consulting skills, including analytics, project management, facilitation, communication and interpersonal skills - Advanced knowledge of computer applications and knowledge of data systems - Proven leadership skills in a matrix management environment that includes influencing, efficiency, collaboration, candor, and openness with a focus on results orientation - Demonstrates an understanding of the operations and/or business of KP, health policy trends, and any applicable regulations related to the responsible practice area - Demonstrates ability to lead project work involving various partners including Medical Group and/or Labor Partners Preferred Qualifications: - Computer skills in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project, Social Media and Mobile Technology -Proven track record of implementing and managing Project Portfolio and Knowledge Management process -Trained in Process Excellence and Change management -Minimum of 8 year experience in combination of Healthcare and IT preffered -Experienced with technology selection and implementation -Strong consulting, project management, relationship management, communication and analytical skills -Effective leadership skills Notes: - 50 % of travel2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134854CAPasadena, CA28606804http://kp.jobs/xml/28606804/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Fontana, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (TJC, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Two to three (2-3) years of critical care experience preferred. - Current Drivers License - Current BLS certificate - BSN to Masters - CM Certificate - Basic computer skills to include Word and Powerpoint. Notes: - Variable Days and Hours with rotating weekends. - Will be cross-trained to provide case management in the inpatient and ED setting at 9961 Sierra Ave, Fontana. - May also be cross-trained to provide coverage for Outside Utilization. - Will be trained to assist with Medi-Cal TARs and Utilization quality review. - May be required to travel to offsite locations for trainings or meetings.2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134856CAFontana, CA28606805http://kp.jobs/xml/28606805/jobUSACudahyTitle: Amb Care Asst Dept Mgr Location: Cudahy, CA Assists an Ambulatory Care Department Manager by supervising assigned operations of a department providing ambulatory patient care services; ensuring that staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient-focused services to members across the continuum which comply with local, state, & federal requirements; implementing & maintaining clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development; delivering nursing/patient care services that add value, are integrated with business plans & meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical, & utilization standards/performance measures. Essential Functions: - Supervises daily operations & ensures staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, & federal, state, & local requirements - Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Recommends & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/ service - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Assists in providing on going staff development - Implements & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organization's goals & business objectives & ensures they are met - Collaborates w/ physicians, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department - Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience in ambulatory care or other relevant healthcare experience required (usually two (2) - three (3) years) - Two (2) years of previous supervisory experience, preferred - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent experience in health care related field required - Demonstrated interpersonal skills - Knowledge of ambulatory care practices/ operations/ issues Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual Level II Preferred. - Minimum 3-5 years recent (within 1 year) supervisory experience in adult & pediatric medicine. - 25 wpm. - Ambulatory care experience. -Good command of English language. - Knowledge in QI. - Meeting facilitation/project management. - Ability to problem solve and make decisions in a fast pace environment. - Interpersonal skills in interacting with adults. - Knowledge in Affirmative Action, Union regulations, NIQA, and JCHO. - Knowledge in Coaching/Counseling, team-building, and to use critical thinking for problem solving. - Good interpersonal skills in interacting with peers, physicians and members in a confident and concise manner. - Ability to do strategic planning and goal setting. - Knowledge in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and PC skills. Notes: - May be on call for evening, weekends and holidays. - Schedule Varies.2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134858CACudahy, CA28606806http://kp.jobs/xml/28606806/jobUSALomitaTitle: Physical Therapist Location: Lomita, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the rehabilitation services Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluate patients and interpret evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establish treatment goals and plan treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. - Implement the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel; and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provide advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assess clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharge patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provide accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrate progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelors' or masters' or doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy OR foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice physical therapy by the state of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management partnership environment. PreferredQualifications: - DPT preferred - Physical Therapy minimum of three (3) - four (4) years experience2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134883CALomita, CA28606807http://kp.jobs/xml/28606807/jobUSACudahyTitle: Amb Care Asst Dept Mgr Location: Cudahy, CA Assists an Ambulatory Care Department Manager by supervising assigned operations of a department providing ambulatory patient care services; ensuring that staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient-focused services to members across the continuum which comply with local, state, & federal requirements; implementing & maintaining clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development; delivering nursing/patient care services that add value, are integrated with business plans & meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical, & utilization standards/performance measures. Essential Functions: - Supervises daily operations & ensures staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, & federal, state, & local requirements - Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Recommends & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/ service - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Assists in providing on going staff development - Implements & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organization's goals & business objectives & ensures they are met - Collaborates w/ physicians, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department - Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience in ambulatory care or other relevant healthcare experience required (usually two (2) - three (3) years) - Two (2) years of previous supervisory experience, preferred - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent experience in health care related field required - Demonstrated interpersonal skills - Knowledge of ambulatory care practices/ operations/ issues Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual Level II Preferred. - Minimum 3-5 years recent (within 1 year) supervisory experience in adult & pediatric medicine. - 25 wpm. - Ambulatory care experience. -Good command of English language. - Knowledge in QI. - Meeting facilitation/project management. - Ability to problem solve and make decisions in a fast pace environment. - Interpersonal skills in interacting with adults. - Knowledge in Affirmative Action, Union regulations, NIQA, and JCHO. - Knowledge in Coaching/Counseling, team-building, and to use critical thinking for problem solving. - Good interpersonal skills in interacting with peers, physicians and members in a confident and concise manner. - Ability to do strategic planning and goal setting. - Knowledge in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and PC skills. Notes: - May be on call for evening, weekends and holidays. - Schedule Varies.2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134868CACudahy, CA28606808http://kp.jobs/xml/28606808/jobUSARiversideTitle: Risk Management Project Manager RN Location: Riverside, CA Leads and manages projects to achieve medical center and outpatient department goals related to risk management, loss prevention and patient safety such as - but not limited to - risk identification/prevention, reduction in preventable adverse outcomes/incidents, reduction in expenses related to risk/loss, improvement in quality of care outcomes and creation of a culture of safety throughout all departments within, a medical center and associated medical offices. Accountable for managing all phases of improvement projects including design, prioritization, staffing, development, implementation, analysis, metrics and reporting. Essential Functions: - Leads and manages performance improvement projects designed to achieve organizational goals/objectives in risk management and patient safety - Develops and implements project plans which identify improvement opportunities, key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and required resources - Designs processes to address identified problems - Establishes and manages team membership and time commitments, as well as resource allocation to achieve project goals on time, within scope and budget - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis - Leads data and risk analyses including Root Cause Analyses and Failure Mode and Effect analyses; developing recommendations and action plans - Provides advice/decision support by developing comprehensive strategies, plans and systems/processes to achieve identified objectives - Provides insights and recommendations regarding the most effective means/processes to achieve identified objectives/outcomes - Provides project leadership to multi-disciplinary team; motivates team members and facilitates team processes and goal accomplishment - Acts as liaison, problem solver and provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues - Uses appropriate decision making tools (e.g. risk ranking or cost-benefit analysis) and performance improvement tools (e.g. fishb1 diagram, flow charting, praetor analysis, etc.) to implement action plans in order of priority - Prepares reports on professional liability cases and risk management patterns, trends and issues including loss prevention, patient safety and risk reduction - Coordinates and delivers risk management education, training and communication programs for the medical center; provides updates on legislation; communicates significant events information/analyses; provides consultative services and functions as an expert authority to physicians and other staff regarding all risk management issues; implements and maintains formal communication processes to disseminate information relative to best practices and significant learning's based on performance analyses - Maintains knowledge of all rules, regulations and standards required of accrediting and Federal/State governing entities as applicable to Risk Management and Patient Safety in the health care setting Qualifications: This is a repost of 130358. Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of clinical experience in an acute health care setting - Previous experience in risk management in an acute care setting, preferred - Bachelor's degree in Business or Health-related field required - Current and valid licensure as a Registered Nurse required - Certification as a Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) preferred - Demonstrated ability to utilize effective oral and written communication skills - Demonstrated ability to utilize consulting, project management skills and interpersonal skills such as facilitation, negotiating, and influencing - Knowledge of governmental and regulatory standards/requirements/guidelines related to risk management; medical malpractice, tort principles and proceedings, preferred - Knowledge and utilization of the principles, practices and techniques of patient safety, and risk management, including risk identification, assessment, audit design, analysis, treatment and evaluation of risk management processes and systems (including Root Cause Analysis and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis); quantitative and qualitative statistical, preferred - Analysis; outpatient medical care delivery; quality management/improvement principles, methods and techniques, preferred - Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Certified Professional of Risk Management - RN with two (2) to three (3) years experience - Proficient with PC applications: data entry, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, spreadsheet, word processing and MIDAS2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134900CARiverside, CA28606809http://kp.jobs/xml/28606809/jobUSACudahyTitle: Amb Care Asst Dept Mgr RN Location: Cudahy, CA Assists in managing a single department or multiple small departments providing ambulatory patient care services by supervising daily operations & patient care activities. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Implements & supervises the maintenance of clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Assists in integrating services/operations w/ nursing standards of practice, service priorities, & performance/outcome measures, as well as w/ business, departmental, & organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises daily operations & service delivery - Ensures staff provides the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, federal, state, & local requirements - Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Recommends, implements, & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Assists in providing on going staff development - Supervises the implementation of policies & procedures which support the goals & business objectives of the organization & department - Collaborates w/ physicians, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services & the day-to day operations of the department - Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience (usually three (3) years) in outpatient care including two (2) years of leadership experience - Two (2) years of leadership experience - Bachelor's degree in nursing or related healthcare field OR four (4) years of equivalent experience in outpatient nursing or related clinical experience - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing - Current California RN license required - CPR certification required - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local state, federal regulations Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual Level II Preferred. - Minimum 3-5 years recent (within 1 year) supervisory experience in adult & pediatric medicine. - BLS Preferred. - 25 wpm. - Ambulatory care experience. -Good command of English language. - Knowledge in QI. - Meeting facilitation/project management. - Ability to problem solve and make decisions in a fast pace environment. - Interpersonal skills in interacting with adults. - Knowledge in Coaching/Counseling, team-building, and to use critical thinking for problem solving. - Good interpersonal skills in interacting with peers, physicians and members in a confident and concise manner. - Ability to do strategic planning and goal setting. - Knowledge in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and PC skills. Notes: - May be on call for evening, weekends and holidays. - Schedule Varies.2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134914CACudahy, CA28606811http://kp.jobs/xml/28606811/jobUSACudahyTitle: Amb Care Asst Dept Mgr RN Location: Cudahy, CA Assists in managing a single department or multiple small departments providing ambulatory patient care services by supervising daily operations & patient care activities. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Implements & supervises the maintenance of clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Assists in integrating services/operations w/ nursing standards of practice, service priorities, & performance/outcome measures, as well as w/ business, departmental, & organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises daily operations & service delivery - Ensures staff provides the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, federal, state, & local requirements - Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Recommends, implements, & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Assists in providing on going staff development - Supervises the implementation of policies & procedures which support the goals & business objectives of the organization & department - Collaborates w/ physicians, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services & the day-to day operations of the department - Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience (usually three (3) years) in outpatient care including two (2) years of leadership experience - Two (2) years of leadership experience - Bachelor's degree in nursing or related healthcare field OR four (4) years of equivalent experience in outpatient nursing or related clinical experience - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing - Current California RN license required - CPR certification required - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local state, federal regulations Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual Level II Preferred. - Minimum 3-5 years recent (within 1 year) supervisory experience in adult & pediatric medicine. - BLS Preferred. - 25 wpm. - Ambulatory care experience. -Good command of English language. - Knowledge in QI. - Meeting facilitation/project management. - Ability to problem solve and make decisions in a fast pace environment. - Interpersonal skills in interacting with adults. - Knowledge in Coaching/Counseling, team-building, and to use critical thinking for problem solving. - Good interpersonal skills in interacting with peers, physicians and members in a confident and concise manner. - Ability to do strategic planning and goal setting. - Knowledge in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and PC skills. Notes: - May be on call for evening, weekends and holidays. - Schedule Varies.2012-05-10 19:08:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134916CACudahy, CA28606810http://kp.jobs/xml/28606810/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Manager Area Lab Location: Woodland Hills, CA Directs and controls the day-to-day operations for their specific area of responsibility, which includes all personnel activities, technical oversight, general work flow, and budget. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. Essential Functions: - Directs and controls the day to day operations, 24/7, for one or more of the following areas: chemistry, hematology/coagulation, urinalysis/bacti, blood bank, point of care, general lab, and/or quality control assurance. - Recruits, hires, train, and ensures competency of staff. - Motivates and encourages professional and personnel growth. - Controls costs by monitoring personnel utilization, material usage rates, analyzing fluctuations in types and volumes of tests, and implementing corrective action. - Directs and implements effective risk control processes. - Supports, consults, and participates with facility and regional QA programs to ensure internal and external regulatory compliance. - Assists in developing and monitoring section specific QA/Risk Management program. - Assists in monitoring quality assurance for laboratory information systems. - Researches/resolves client problems/issues. - Oversees and coordinates operational aspects within various subsections of the clinical laboratory. - Consults with clients to resolve service issues. - Recommends processes to correct problems. - Participates in department, inter department, and inter facility projects which help the laboratory achieve its goals of providing quality service and client support in a cost effective manner. - Develops equipment and system needs analysis as appropriate. - Coordinates the integration of secondary laboratory information systems with RILIS. Interfaces with lab manager to implement and monitor an internal and external complaint/incident program. - Coordinates and implements a safety program to include fire, hazardous wastes, infectious wastes, electrical, and chemical. - Coordinates a program of continuing education in the area of safety. - Coordinates internal resources and monitors milestones to achieve service expectations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (usually three (3) to five (5) years) in a high volume clinical laboratory. - Previous experience in a supervisory/managerial position, preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in clinical laboratory science or related field. - Master's degree preferred. - ASCP certification preferred. - Valid current California Laboratory Scientist license. - Knowledge of CLIA, Title 22, CAP, JCAHO, NCQA, AABB, local, state, federal regulations. Notes: - Days may vary - The manager will be responsible for Hematology, coagulation, PM shift and other departments.2012-05-10 19:08:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134722CAWoodland Hills, CA28606800http://kp.jobs/xml/28606800/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Bakersfield, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS -One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting or ambulatory care Preferred Qualifications: -Basic computer skills - Orientate and ability to train new and existing personnel Notes: -May work at multiple MOB's in Kern County -Must be willing to work in all departments at facility -Hours and days may vary to meet the needs of the department and may include weekend/holiday shifts2012-05-10 19:08:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133806CABakersfield, CA28606795http://kp.jobs/xml/28606795/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Bakersfield, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS -One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting or ambulatory care Preferred Qualifications: -Basic computer skills - Orientate and ability to train new and existing personnel Notes: -May work at multiple MOB's in Kern County -Must be willing to work in all departments at facility -Hours and days may vary to meet the needs of the department and may include weekend/holiday shifts2012-05-10 19:08:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133819CABakersfield, CA28606796http://kp.jobs/xml/28606796/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic (Bilingual) Location: Panorama City, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full time equivalent experience in pediatric acute care or pediatric ambulatory care. - Current PALS card required. - Bilingual (English/Spanish). Level II Preferred Qualifications: - BSN - Triage and Message Management experience - Good written and verbal communication. - Basic computer skills to include Word and Excel. Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - Must be able to calculate and administer medications to children and adults. - Other duties may be assigned per departmental needs. - May be floated to work in other areas based on operational needs .2012-05-10 19:08:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133885CAPanorama City, CA28606797http://kp.jobs/xml/28606797/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: NICU-Transport RN Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduation from an accredited or NLN approved program Attends continuing education programs relevant to field of practice. - Maintains membership in related professional organization. (I.e. AWHONN, NANN, ANA California.) - Current CA RN license and American Heart Association approved BLS, NRP, PALS REQUIRED, RNC preferred. - Experienced RN's: Applicant must have a minimum of Three (3) year full-time equivalent experience within the past three (3) years in a licensed acute care facility as an RN. This experience must be within the clinical area of specialty for the position of hire NICU Level II. - Able to work Independently. - Ability to attend all high risk deliveries, - Ability to admit and stabilize critically ill neonates - Competent clinical skills. - Skilled at assessing and functioning emergent situations. - Ability to troubleshoot problem situations. - Good communication skills. - Willingness to be flexible, act as a resource to transport, ability to function clinically in the NICU. - Exceptional documentation skills. Preferred Qualifications: - MSN preferred - Neonatal /Transport certification preferred - Three (3) years Level III NICU transport. - A.A.P. Neonatal Critical Care Transport Course preferred. - Strong clinical skills - Five (5) years NICU experience, - One (1) year transport experience; Independent and capable of stabilizing patients prior to transport2012-05-10 19:08:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130177CALos Angeles, CA28606784http://kp.jobs/xml/28606784/jobUSARiversideTitle: Charge RN - Hospital Location: Riverside, CA Functions as a Lead of the healthcare team, coordinates departmental operations that ensure quality patient care in a safe, healing environment that is patient & family centered. Demonstrates responsibility & accountability for own professional practice. Has an appropriate clinical skill to be an expert resource. Is available & supportive to employees & understands priorities/needs of the department. Is a staff role model for professional nursing practice. May recommend to mgmt in efficient resource allocation by assuring appropriate patient assignments, staffing, & scheduling. Demonstrates performance consistent with the strategic plan of the organization & the KP nursing mission & values. Essential Functions: - Directs, reviews, assigns & organizes the work of at least three (3) or more employees, of which at least one (1) must be another RN. - Provides professional leadership & direction of department personnel in order to maintain efficient delivery of effective patient care. - Coordinates departmental operations & delegates tasks appropriately. - Is an excellent staff role model for professional nursing practice (e.g. RN/MD Collaborating for Outcomes, Just Culture, Quality, Service, Safety). - Supports & enhances the leadership skills of the staff RNs, LVNs & UAs/CNAs (& other ancillary staff as appropriate). - Acts as a resource, preceptor & mentor to new employees, registry, students, & other team members in department specific operations & patient care activities. - Collaborates with or refers to mgr/clinical nurse specialist/educator any outstanding issues or concerns on the unit. - Participates in activities related to patient flow, including admission & discharge processes. - Serves as a resource for clinical concerns, scope of practice & applicable state & federal regulations as well as operational concerns of providers & staff. - Possesses experience & skills to be a resource for providers, RNs, LVNs, USs/CNAs, (& other ancillary staff as appropriate). - Demonstrates flexibility in work schedule to meet the department demands of the day; facilitates & relieves staff breaks. - Actively involved in assigning, orienting, & precepting & coaching staff as needed. - Conducts audits & ensures that documentation reflects thorough assessments, incorporates physical & psychosocial findings, diagnostic tests, learning needs, barriers, multidisciplinary education plans & age appropriate care. - Provides input on employees' performance evaluations through daily observation & monitoring of performance. - Acts as a role model for staff regarding providing a patient care experience that exceeds members' expectations. - Coordinates smooth transition for patients across the care continuum. - Ensures support of the collaborative LMP environment through unit based teams (UBTs). - Identifies & supports staff professional/clinical development needs (i.e. certification, presentations, & reward/recognition). - Motivates staff to attain their fullest potential in improving performance, attendance, access, service & quality outcomes. - Lead/facilitate daily/shift multidisciplinary huddles. - Attends Charge Nurse Educational programs. Qualifications: This is a repost of 125751 Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Preferred Qualifications: - Experienced Medical Surgical telemetry RN. preferable with Charge or Relief Charge RN experience Notes: - Works rotating weekends2012-05-10 19:07:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126382CARiverside, CA28606773http://kp.jobs/xml/28606773/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital / Recovery Location: Los Angeles, CA Essential Functions: Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license andAHA BLS certification. -One (1) year recent (within the last three [3] years) full time equivalent experience in PACU, or Critical Care or completion of a KP PACU course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS and PALS card required. - The ability to take call within a 30 minute response time. Preferred Qualifications: - One (1) year full time or three (3) years part-time sixteen (16 hours per week), continuous employment in the past three (3) years as an RN in an acute Hospital PACU or Adult CriticalCare Unit (ICU, CCU, CSU). - Effective verbal and written communication skills. - Recent experience within the past eighteen (18) months caring for critically ill patients. - Completed a critical care course at least eight (8) weeks in length with both clinical and didactic components. -Knowledge of Phase I and II Recovery process. - Experience recovering adults, adolescents and pediatrics with various surgeries is essential. - Basic PCskills. Notes: - Applicant will be included in the PACU on/call pool and must work on call on a rotational basis on the weekends. - All PACU will be trained to administer procedural sedation. - All PACU RN's will rotate to the PS rooms when required to do so.2012-05-10 19:07:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia111927CALos Angeles, CA28606765http://kp.jobs/xml/28606765/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Audit and Compliance Analyst Marketing Finance Location: Oakland, CA Performs and participates in planning various and diverse operational and financial audits, reviews and special projects for National Compliance. Essential Functions: - Responsible for conducting and documenting complex financial and operational audits. - Understand and document business systems/processes using narrative and/or flowcharting techniques. - Analyze findings, determine 'root causes', formulate opinions, and develop recommendations. - Prepare working papers documenting and supporting audit procedures and techniques conducted. - Under guidance of Auditor-in-Charge, may prepare audit presentations to management. - Interprets and analyzes situations and information based on established concepts and general guidelines. - Make decisions in conjunction with AIC on less defined issues and selects methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. - Develops solutions to complex problems. - May refer to established precedents and policies when making decisions. - Assesses information to identify the best solution from existing alternatives. - Requires in-depth analysis to develop solutions for complex problems. - Interact regularly with various Regional management, Internal Audit management and staff, and external auditors and consultants. - Conduct assigned audit projects independently and/or with team members. - In conjunction with AIC determines and identifies potential risks and opportunities to the organization, and develops appropriate corrective action plans. - Has no formal supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically at least five (5) years of professional auditing or comparable experience required. - Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in applying the principles and practices of internal auditing in accounting, financial and operational environments, including auditing business functions and information technology systems. - Demonstrated general accounting, financial and business skills, knowledge, and experience. - Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, information systems or related field or equivalent experience required. - One (1) of the following certifications (or actively pursuing one (1) of these): Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA). - In addition to knowledge and skills of an Auditor II. - Demonstrated skills in the identification and resolution of business problems within a team setting. - Ability to research and identify best practices. - Demonstrated ability to understand and document business processes and related internal controls in narrative and/or flowchart formats. - Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize general audit software such as ACL, Auto Audit, etc. - Basic project management skills. - Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing demands and environment, and rapidly develop in-depth knowledge of new audit areas. - Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. - Ability to persuade, articulate and defend positions. - Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access). - Lotus Notes.2012-05-10 19:07:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135120CAOakland, CA28606759http://kp.jobs/xml/28606759/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Compliance Consultant III-PharmacyCompliance Analyst(Oakland or Pasadena, CA or any KP Region) Location: Oakland, CA Compliance Consultant III - Pharmacy Compliance Analyst Kaiser Permanente Oakland or Pasadena, CA or any KP Region This Position is responsible for partnering with regional Pharmacy personnel, Pharmacy Fraud Control, Pharmacy Compliance, , Enterprise Governance, Risk and Compliance (eGRC) initiatives and National Compliance's various departments (management and analysts) to conduct and document complex Pharmacy-related analyses identified from analytic tools within iACT and pharmacy. Adhere to eGRC reporting and monitoring and review, document and present to NSIU and / or Regional Subject Matter Experts (SME). Identifying best practices and process improvement surfaced by internal analytics. Researches, plans, implements, and monitors a broad portfolio of compliance systems and initiatives to enable organizational compliance with all applicable Federal, state, and local regulations/laws, as well as overseeing the protection of organizational assets. On an on-going basis, researches and interprets regulations and laws to establish compliance standards, and may develop and/or deliver training and communications/change management relative to new standards. Assesses organizational systems (both physical and process or data related) to determine gaps in compliance and determine opportunities for remediation. Advises the organization on all compliance matters. May investigate violations of compliance policy, laws, regulations, etc. or conduct on-going monitoring and reporting to ensure remediation. May be responsible for project management relative to new compliance initiatives, products, or annual processes. Major Responsibilities: Analysis includes Part D and other pharmacy related usage, payment and statistical review of analytic findings. Categorization and presentation of findings with recommendation of action(s). Recommendations could include internal prepayment review or process improvement recommendations Application of eGRC documentation rules and use of eGRC system(s) Compliance analysis and impact/ risk assessment. Assist with designing analyses and project management of technical and business processes relating to Medicare rules and regulations Fraud, Waste and Abuse requirements Improvement of existing algorithms. Prepare and present recommendations with supporting documentation (gleaned from internal and external sources) to Investigator(s). Provide training to regional Pharmacy departments as needed Understand and document business systems / processes using narrative and/or flowcharting techniques. Using quantitative and qualitative methods, capture and present external and internal experts findings Perform in depth root-cause analysis related to findings and design solution and implementation process in coordination with operational business partner Prepare and deliver analyses and recommendations to management. Understanding of technology involved. Create and maintain detailed project, analyses and communication plans. Ability to interact with Information Technology personnel Understanding of oversight and risks in the Pharmacy area Creation of education and training program. Provide education and training as needed. Requires excellent judgment to identify best solutions from existing alternatives. Interacts regularly with various Regional Pharmacy personnel, management and staff, National Compliance Office, Regional Pharmacy management, Fraud Control Manager and National Special Investigations Unit. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Required: Five (5) to eight (8) years of heath care compliance, health care operations (quality, risk, etc.), audit, finance, project management, regulatory or public policy development, investigations, information security, or insurance/health plan governance experience - Four (4) year or clinical degree or equivalent experience - Expert analysis, which includes prescriptions, payment and statistical review of analytic findings. - Experience and understanding of oversight and risks in the Pharmacy area - Thorough knowledge of health care compliance policies, practices and systems - Complete understanding of compliance principles, theories, and concepts - Full knowledge of health care industry practices and standards - Ability to draft and revise documents including policies, standards, analyses, and reports - Project management skills Preferred Qualification - Thorough knowledge of health care and related compliance issues2012-05-10 19:07:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135125CAOakland, CA28606760http://kp.jobs/xml/28606760/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Lead Project Manager, National Sales Operations Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Lead Project Manager, National Sales Operations Kaiser Permanente is looking for a Lead Project Manager in any of our regional locations. Essential Functions: - The Lead Project Manager will manage projects and programs within Sales and Sales Operations with a high degree of autonomy. - Plans and tracks projects (tactical and strategic), cost effectiveness, communication, risk analysis, quality assurance, team management, and implementation of highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. - Ensures assigned projects are delivered within scope, schedule, budget and quality levels are consistent with partner/customer expectations. - Manages complex projects or multiple projects of moderate complexity. - Leverages knowledge and prior experience to develop appropriate solutions. - Leverages knowledge of and trains Project Management methodology, skills, tools for team members. - Interprets less defined guidelines to make recommendations for process improvements and/or enhancements. - Exercises considerable judgment to make decisions for complex and yet to be defined processes. - Requires complex decision making in planning, developing and implementing customized processes, tools and performance metrics. - Requires considerable judgment in assigning projects to appropriate staff to ensure execution excellence. Must prioritize work in alignment with organizational strategies as they evolve. - Develops solutions to a diverse range of complex problems, which require creativity, innovation and a strong knowledge of organizational climate. - Prepares written and verbal reports to senior leadership and project sponsors. - Coordination and leadership of teams of 5-15 individuals from entry to senior level positions. No direct supervisory responsibilities. - Up to 30% travel. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 5+ years of project management experience - 4 year degree or 4 additional years of equivalent experience If not already certified, these certifications will be required within the first year of employment: - Project Management Professional (PMP) - Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma Certification Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in Sales, Account Management or Sales Operations in addition to project management experience.2012-05-10 19:07:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134995CAOakland, CA28606754http://kp.jobs/xml/28606754/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: IT Recruiter, level 4 Location: Pleasanton, CA This IT recruiterwill bea criticial talent advisorof the Kaiser Permanente Technology Recruitment team. This is a full-lifecycle position and the ideal candidate is expected to excel at all stages from sourcing to client management. Develops implements and/or maintains employment and other recruiting and sourcing programs.Interviews and screens applicants and conducts reference checks. Coordinates pre-employment travel, relocation, reporting dates, security clearances and employment processing, including visas.Conducts employment advertising campaigns and programs.Maintains college recruiting, affirmative action and career development programs.Conducts research and analyzes data on assigned projects, including agency performance.May work with external resources including temporary agencies, contract search and Internet sourcing tools.Professionals at the higher levels may function as technical specialists, sourcing, recruiting and identifying candidates for highly specialized and difficult-to-attract positions, usually requiring extensive search. Essential Functions: - In partnership with clients, develops job postings based on internal job descriptions. - May identify recruitment advertising needs or marketing plans. - Builds source pools of candidates through consultative staffing approaches and networking to ensure a strong pipeline of qualified candidates. - Screens rsums to identify potential candidates. - Conducts interviews with candidates, capturing feedback for discussion with more senior recruiters or the client. - Advises clients in candidate selection based upon candidates presented to client for interviews. - Negotiates offers with candidates; coordinates with client department on developing employment offers. - Helps to develop recruitment action plans. - May work with agencies, recruiting contractors, and/or Internet website representatives in the course of identify candidates. - Documents candidate evaluation and interview process. - May specialize in technical recruiting and/or highly specialized executive searches. - Works on assignments of diverse and complex scope. - Interprets less defined guidelines to make recommendations for process improvements and/or enhancements. - Requires complex planning to coordinate with other departments or resources. - Responsibilities impact the achievement of key functional and/or KP objectives that have direct and significant business impact. - Contributes to the development of the department's objectives. - Erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally result in the inability to reach functional objectives and negatively affect expenditures and resources. - Involves interpreting and analyzing established concepts and trends. - Exercises considerable judgment to make decisions for less defined and complex issues. - Requires complex decision-making. - Develops solutions to a diverse range of complex problems, which require creativity and innovation within broadly defined policies and practices. - Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions for more complex problems. - Provides professional/technical guidance to team members. - Influences others to buy into new concepts and methodologies. - Engages in matters requiring coordination across functional lines. - Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment. - Work is accomplished without considerable direction. - Work is evaluated upon completion to ensure objectives and performance requirements have been met. - Provides on-going coaching, enabling team members to develop and improve skills and capabilities that support the effectiveness of the department and/or function. - Serves as a technical/professional mentor to team members. - Provides performance input and recommendations to management for development/training plans and/or performance reviews. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 8 years of recruiting experience, preferably with IT or technical type positions - Develops contacts/leads strategy by identifying professional associations, networking opportunities prior to meeting with manager. - Works with candidates/applicants to ensure job expectations match qualifications, work requirements for positions of interest. - Demonstrates through interactions with a diverse group of individuals, sensitivity to cultural differences in values, beliefs, etc. - Collaborates with hiring manager to determine job requirements, competencies, and selection criteria for open positions. - Demonstrates knowledge of job market and effect of current economic trends, and available candidate pool on employment strategies for specific positions. - 4-year degree in human resources or related field or equivalent experience2012-05-10 19:07:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135065CAPleasanton, CA28606755http://kp.jobs/xml/28606755/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Consultant Location: Oakland, CA Provides high quality and cost effective project management, management consulting, and analytic support services or technical expertise and has sole responsibility for large complex analytical projects. Essential Functions: - Leads, makes significant contributions, and/or provides technical leadership to high visibility projects to identify and resolve issues of strategic importance to the organization. - Interfaces regularly w/ senior management to produce timely and valuable results. - Sets the strategic direction of projects. - Determines goals and priorities w/ management team sponsors. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resources. - Develops proposals for clients outlining proposed project structure, approach, and work plan. - Provides staff leadership to project teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants when needed. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis; participates significantly in interpreting analysis and developing action plans accordingly. - Produces or oversees development of written materials for senior executives and other key clients. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Assists, as needed, in planning and coordinating w/ other ongoing teams and projects to maximize effectiveness. - Participates in the development and management of the department, including coaching, recruiting, and conducting performance reviews for consultants/analysts, and other departmental activities. Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP's code of conduct) by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures. In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically five (5) or more years of experience in one of the technical areas required. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Master's degree preferred. - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multidisciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis. - Proven leadership skills in project management and consulting. - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, and results orientation. - Demonstrate an understanding of the operations of KP, health policy trends, and any applicable regulations related to the responsible technical area. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-10 19:06:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134954CAOakland, CA28606728http://kp.jobs/xml/28606728/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Senior Systems Administrator (04-09-12-4788-1) - South Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA Evaluates capabilities and limitations of new and existing technical tools and systems. Recommends improvements to processes and reporting capabilities. Performs system administration. Acts as liaison between systems users and information technology groups (internal and external). Serves as technical resource on data availability, structure, security, and system interfaces for multiple programs/systems. Develops reports and data bases of significant size and complexity. User requirements vary and generally lack clear definition. Reports may influence outcome of management decisions. Essential Functions: - Consults with end users to determine report and database needs and limitations - Serves as consultant to department staff in interpretation and creation of databases and data reports - Analyzes the implication of changes in data needs on data structures - Serves as technical consultant on new products and technology - Acts as interface between systems group and end users - Coordinates systems support - Performs system administration, including system security, software update management, and data dictionary maintenance - Performs master file maintenance - Defines data purge and retention cycles - Monitors data quality and integrity - Participates in business improvement project teams - Analyzes impact of process or technical tool changes on existing processes, tools, and interfaces based on knowledge of interdependencies of related functions and systems - Delivers training for end users on system - Ensures adequacy and quality of process and procedure documentation - May lead cross-functional user groups in optimizing the use of existing tools and reports - May perform user system training - Extracts data from various complex databases for report generation - Develops and generates highly complex ad hoc reports and databases to address specific business needs - Recommends improvements to permanent reports - Designs and develops complex reports and databases to manage business processes - Develops new ad hoc reports to address specific business needs Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, typically five (5) plus years in business systems analysis and administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in computer science, or user-specific area - In-depth knowledge of the business area(s) served - Ability to use complex data resource, specialized and sophisticated PC's, and MIS programming languages - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-05-10 19:06:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134986CASacramento, CA28606729http://kp.jobs/xml/28606729/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Assistant Department Manager, Ambulatory Surgery Unit (Days, 40) - South Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation. - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Previous management experience. Previous Operating Room and/or PACU experience. Schedule: Day Shift Week 1: Sun, Tues - Fri Week 2: Mon - Thurs, Sat2012-05-10 19:06:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134987CASacramento, CA28606730http://kp.jobs/xml/28606730/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Certified Nurse Midwife Location: Santa Rosa, CA Independently manages the care of low-risk women during antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum periods. Co-manages higher risk patients when determined appropriate by CNM and MD. Provides standard maternity care and counseling to women, adhering to the standards of the American College of Nurse Midwives, procedures and instructions regulated by the State Nurse Practice Act and The Permanente Medical Group. Essential Functions: - ANTEPARTUM: Evaluates patient's general and obstetrical health status. - Determines pregnancy status, duration of gestation, presentation, and position of fetus, fetal heart rate, and determines whether all statistics are within normal limits. - Obtains an accurate medical, obstetrical, gynecological and social history and an account of the course of the present pregnancy. - Observes signs of the member's general and obstetrical health status. - Performs all appropriate physical examinations appropriate to CNM care needed, including the pap smear, breast examination, and pelvic examination. - Records all findings of examinations, histories and significant observations on patient's chart. - Consults with appropriate MD regarding any abnormal findings. - Orders appropriate lab and medical imaging studies as needed. - Institutes preventative measures and detects abnormal conditions. Obtains consultation and assistance from ancillary services as needed. - Teaches, counsels, and guides individual members regarding their individual health care. - Teaches antepartum classes as needed in individual facilities. - Evaluates maternal general health status and well being. - INTRAPARTUM: Performs medical screening exam to diagnose labor. - Independently manages the care of low risk women during labor and delivery, under the supervision of a physician. - Co-manages higher risk patients when determined appropriate by CNM and MD. - Performs facility specific standardized procedures. - Evaluates patient for appropriate pain management. Includes requesting epidural for women in labor. - POSTPARTUM: Provides health supervision, care, teaches family planning, and prescribes contraception to women during the postpartum period. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) years of recent experience as a C.N.M. preferred. - Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. - Current and valid California R.N. license, California Nurse Midwife certificate, A.C.N.M. certification and BLS certification required. - Current and valid California Nurse-Midwife furnishing certification (including any needed education in pharmacy) and didactic education and supervised clinical experience in third trimester limited obstetric ultrasound preferred or to be obtained at midwife's expense within one year of hire. - Current and valid DEA registration number specific to our practice at Kaiser to be obtained within one year of hire at midwife's expense. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.2012-05-10 19:06:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134693CASanta Rosa, CA28606720http://kp.jobs/xml/28606720/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Senior Staff Assistant Location: San Francisco, CA Under limited supervision, supports the head of a department by providing advanced level administrative support and general office duties of a highly responsible and confidential. Frequently handles highly confidential and sensitive information and files. Communicates with contacts at all levels in and outside of the organization. Typically reports to a director or vice president. Essential Functions: - REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Organizes and expedites flow of work for the manager's office and the department in accordance to manager's method of operation and the operations and procedures of the department and organization. - Initiates any follow-up action. - Receives and screens telephone calls, letters, and/or visitors. - Answers routine questions and provides information related to general department operations, policies and procedures using discretion for matters pertaining to confidential or sensitive information. - Determines when to appropriately refer inquiries, requests or issues to managers or department staff members and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of manager or department. - Schedules appointments and makes arrangements for meetings, conferences, and travel. - Organizes and prepares routine correspondence for the department manager, as well as complex documents including reports, spreadsheets, presentations and various forms of communications documents requiring the integration of multiple office technology and software applications. - May act as the department's office resource for word processing and spreadsheet application. - Prepares special reports that require gathering, comparing and summarizing data. - Organizes and maintains files, correspondence and records. - Handles and frequently accesses highly confidential and sensitive information. - Assists with tracking the department budget. - Tracks and compiles expenses. - Prepares monthly expense reports. - May address issues to department manager. - Performs other related duties following standard office routine, practices and procedures or instructions. Secondary Functions: -Maintains manager/executives and department calendars. - Arranges meetings, conferences and travel itineraries. - Orchestrates and organizes project meetings, schedules and materials such as agendas, timeliness, reports and presentations. - Determines which requests should be referred to others. - May provide information to top level management, Board Members. etc. - Responds to internal and external requests for information relating to established departmental policies and procedures. Interprets policies and procedures in response to inquiries. - Reviews/screens manager/executives mail, researches issues and provides recommendations. - Performs data input and maintains established databases. May collect and research information or data needed by manager or staff. - Maintains confidential department files and records. - May provide training/direction to other non-exempt personnel. - This position supports administrative functions for TPMG Administration. - Manages department calendar and meetings - this includes: scheduling; preparing and distributing meeting materials; briefing participants as needed; booking meeting facilities; setting up conference calls; keeping a master calendar - Appropriately refers substantive questions/key business issues to others, and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of Leadership. - Performs other related duties as assigned by management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of experience performing administrative support functions for department managers. - Experience in coordinating and providing support to large complex projects. - High School Diploma or GED. - BA/BS preferred. - Excellent customer service. - Lotus Notes skills preferred. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills required. - Advanced level proficiency with e-mail software, MicroSoft Word and with any of the following office technology (required only if applicable to department's needs): PowerPoint. Excel or Access. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: -Kaiser Permanente experience, - Ability to work on confidential matters and maintain private information confidental. - Highly organized and detail oriented. Skills testing: Advanced level Word, Excel, Powerpoint, & Typing (45WPM)2012-05-10 19:06:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134715CASan Francisco, CA28606721http://kp.jobs/xml/28606721/jobUSAModestoTitle: Executive Consultant II (ECII-031512) Location: Modesto, CA This position exists to provide leadership and facilitation in the resolution of strategic and sensitive issues or projects for regional or for multi-function groups directly under a senior executive. The incumbent acts as an advisor or thought partner by structuring undefined issues for resolution, researching issues, summarizing information and working with relevant stakeholders to provide the executive with the information needed to make sound and timely decisions. The incumbent represents executive position on committees and in communications with direct reports and outside clients. May manage others or support staff. Essential Functions: - Acts as an advisor or thought partner to a senior executive by structuring undefined issues for resolution, researching issues, summarizing information and working with relevant stakeholders to provide the executive with the information needed to make sound and timely decisions. - Provides consultation and analysis regarding regional performance and strategic opportunities. - Identifies the most effective means of solving the issues. - Facilitates committees and task forces. - May lead projects or oversee regional programs. - Delivers high quality results on time. - Acts as a communication liaison between the office and direct reports and outside clients. - Represents the executive's point of view and makes decisions on behalf (within established parameters). - Prepares presentations for the executive as well as papers and public statements. - Develops and administers the office budget. - Administers human resources initiatives, including compensation, executive search, succession planning, and management continuity. - Works with HR Consultants to facilitate resolution of any problems. - This executive consultant position is reserved for direct reports to Vice Presidents and Senior Vice Presidents. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) or more years of work experience in consulting, operations or project management, preferably in a health care setting. - Bachelor's degree, master's preferred, in finance, business, health care or public administration. - Demonstrated performance in strategic/operational analysis and planning, analytical techniques, financial and market assessments. - Demonstrated knowledge of the intricacies of hospital/HMO/medical offices operations and practices. - Superior communication, consulting, facilitation, negotiation, conflict management, problem resolution, change management skills and consensus building skills. - Superior leadership and project management skills. - Demonstrated ability to bring projects/initiatives to completion. - Ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities in managing a wide range of projects. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-10 19:06:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134786CAModesto, CA28606723http://kp.jobs/xml/28606723/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Clinical Nurse Specialist (Neuro Critical Care) - Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA Please be aware that this position is currently under review as part of the jurisdictional process with the California Nurses Association to determine whether such position should be assigned to the CNA bargaining unit. This review is on a position-by-position basis and includes an analysis of the actual duties performed in each position under review. This determination will be made within the next several months. Should the determination be made that the position does belong to the CNA bargaining unit, you will be offered the opportunity to (a) follow the work into the CNA bargaining unit and become a member of the union, or (b) seek other employment within the organization. Should you have any questions regarding this notice, please contact your recruiter for further information. Provides in-depth clinical expertise in a defined area of nursing practice (eg., pediatrics, oncology, adult medicine). Develops and ensures quality standards for nursing practice for a specific patient population. Provides advanced clinical practice education, consultation, research and administration. Essential Functions: - Establishes and monitors care standards and makes recommendations for changes in area of clinical practice. - Collaborates with nursing staff in assessing patient, family age-specific nursing needs and develops plan of care for complex high-risk patients. - Evaluates the effectiveness of the care provided. - Designs teaching programs for patients/families and provides assistance to nursing staff in program implementation. - Develops interdisciplinary plans of care for complex and high risk patients. - In conjunction with members of the health care team, assesses staff knowledge and identifies competency-based education needs of staff and members. - Designs and implements education programs to ensure the quality of staff knowledge and skills. Introduces new techniques/innovation based on advanced practice trends. - May serve as a preceptor to graduate healthcare students. - Provides consultation to physicians, nurses and other heath care providers in meeting care needs of individual or groups of patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings. - Makes recommendations to change standards of care or standards of practice based on own research or the research of others. Defines and implements best nursing practices. - Assists in interviewing staff and provides input into evaluations regarding clinical competence and provides coaching and counseling. - Participates and consults in setting the direction for QA&I monitoring, establishing standards and evaluating outcomes. Collects and analyzes data regarding patient care outcomes, trends, morbidity and mortality. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, and accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation. - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three years experience in area of specialty required. - Prior Clinical Nurse Specialist experience preferred. - BSN required. - Clinical Masters in Nursing, in area of specialization, is required. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - California Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification in area of specialty required. - Current BLS certificate required. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - ACLS or PALS Certification preferred. - Demonstrated clinical expertise in area of specialty. Preferred Qualifications: - Three years experience in area of specialty (Neuro). - Demonstrated clinical expertise in area of specialty (Neuro).2012-05-10 19:06:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134807CASacramento, CA28606724http://kp.jobs/xml/28606724/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Director STAR Leadership Program Location: Sacramento, CA Reporting to the Area Manager, with dotted line accountability to Strategy & Culture Alignment in Regional Offices, leads and directs the implementation and ongoing management of the STAR leadership development program in local area including needs assessment, curriculum design and development and implementation of programs. Provides gap analysis, consultation, assessment, and recommends solutions to develop sustainable leadership qualities in all Area leaders. This position reports to senior leadership and provides organizational development consultation and executive/management coaching to the senior leadership team. Essential Functions: - Leads and directs the development, implementation and ongoing management of a full array of leadership classes for Area Leaders, Managers and Supervisors. - Inspires and leads change, drives for organizational improvements, celebrates successes and builds consensus among TPMG, Hospital/Health Plan and Physician Leaders. - Ensures that leadership development courses and initiatives align with overall region-wide business strategies and imperatives. - Oversees program administration and follows up with local leaders, managers and supervisors to ensure ongoing engagement in the leadership development process. - Serves as a key member of the local leadership team and provides guidance in determining goals and priorities for the STAR leadership development program. - Updates leadership team on progress and participation in the STAR Leadership Development Program. - Leads development of STAR curriculum and modules. - Understand Senior Leadership Team's vision for current and future curriculum needs. - Reviews curriculum with Senior Leadership Team to meet competencies. - Submits curriculum revisions for Leadership review. - Works with module developers to create and revise modules to meet the STAR Module standards. - Identifies and works with Senior Leadership Team to develop recommendations for website enhancements. - Communicates with Senior Leadership of KFH/HP and TPMG to learn of new focus areas for curriculum and forums and to understand potential content needs and trainer interest. - Designs curriculum and programs aligned with leadership competencies. - Identify with Senior Leadership Team new course requirements and opportunities. - Partners with Learning and Development staff to actively engage in the development and delivery of local leadership development courses. - Deliver high levels of service to achieve established leadership goals and objectives. - Works with subject matter experts to design and deliver leadership development courses to meet local needs. - Trains and certifies local leaders to facilitate leadership development training programs. - Designs and implements leadership forums to recognize leaders who have actively participated in and achieved key leadership development milestones. - Conducts overall and ongoing assessment and gap analysis of local leadership development needs; identifies opportunities for improvement. - Conducts outreach to managers and leaders for potential content needs and trainer interest. - Oversee development, enhancements and revisions of modules to ensure they meet the STAR module standard. - Consults with local Leadership on organizational development needs and the facilitation and attainment of key organizational objectives. - Builds and manages a high performing team; responsible for hiring, performance management, coaching and mentoring of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Seven (7) plus years of experience in developing and leading training programs. - Demonstrated management experience in hiring, managing and mentoring high caliber staff in a complex organization. - MA or MBA with concentration in Leadership Development or Organization Development or related area. - Demonstrated expertise as strategic leader with excellent problem-solving skills, proven capability to motivate change and to galvanize action. - Demonstrated leadership in key behaviors such as communication, influence, team focus, change leadership, reward/recognition, cultural competence, developing others, personal development and emotional intelligence. - Excellent oral and written skills. - Knowledge of Organization Development, change management, leadership development, organization and group dynamics, motivation theory and organization design, strategies and business planning preferred.2012-05-10 19:06:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134817CASacramento, CA28606726http://kp.jobs/xml/28606726/jobUSAElk GroveTitle: Health Education Assistant [1245-001] Location: Elk Grove, CA Under supervision, maintains efficient operation of the health education center & provides program support & assistance to the department & internal & external customers. Essential Functions: - Maintains the daily operations of the health education center - Assists members, physicians, staff, instructors, & community in utilization of health education services - Assesses individual needs, consults, & recommends resources & referrals - Maintains & recommends updates of all multi-media health information resources, including inventory, ordering, & database management of all materials - Manages & schedules logistics for classes & programs - Coordinates conference room use, tracks attendance statistics, & enrolls members & the community for classes - Supervises & trains health education volunteer staff - Assists in processing & tracking financial documents, e.g., revenue cost centers, class fees, etc. - Supports the development of departmental strategic goals & priorities - Performs other related duties as assigned by management Secondary Functions: This position supports the South Sacramento Medical Weight Management Program. Successful candidate will be expected to work afternoons/evening hours in support of patient care and inventory management. Schedule may change subject to program needs and expansion activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one-year full time or 2 years part time experience in the last 5 years in Health Education or a customer/patient service area in a health care setting - Previous experience in customer/patient service area in a health care setting required - Associates of Arts required or equivalent years of experience (3 years) - Bachelor of Arts preferred in health care related field - Knowledge of PC applications required - Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Cash handling experience. - Experience with inventory management a plus. - Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite2012-05-10 19:06:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134870CAElk Grove, CA28606725http://kp.jobs/xml/28606725/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Sr Staff Assistant [CEAA322] - Temporary Location: Roseville, CA Under limited supervision, supports the head of a department by providing advanced level administrative support and general office duties of a highly responsible and confidential. Frequently handles highly confidential and sensitive information and files. Communicates with contacts at all levels in and outside of the organization. Typically reports to a director or vice president. Essential Functions: - REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Organizes and expedites flow of work for the manager's office and the department in accordance to manager's method of operation and the operations and procedures of the department and organization. - Initiates any follow-up action. - Receives and screens telephone calls, letters, and/or visitors. - Answers routine questions and provides information related to general department operations, policies and procedures using discretion for matters pertaining to confidential or sensitive information. - Determines when to appropriately refer inquiries, requests or issues to managers or department staff members and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of manager or department. - Schedules appointments and makes arrangements for meetings, conferences, and travel. - Organizes and prepares routine correspondence for the department manager, as well as complex documents including reports, spreadsheets, presentations and various forms of communications documents requiring the integration of multiple office technology and software applications. - May act as the department's office resource for word processing and spreadsheet application. - Prepares special reports that require gathering, comparing and summarizing data. - Organizes and maintains files, correspondence and records. - Handles and frequently accesses highly confidential and sensitive information. - Assists with tracking the department budget. - Tracks and compiles expenses. - Prepares monthly expense reports. - May address issues to department manager. - Performs other related duties following standard office routine, practices and procedures or instructions. Secondary Functions: Responsible for managing education continuing education files and maintaining database. Prepares notifications for classes, maintains registration, and confirmation of attendance. Assists in the preparation of class educational handouts. Maintains confidentiality of files. Coordinates scheduling of new hire employees into PCS Orientation and KP HealthConnect classes. Assist with the management of the HealthStream Education system. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of experience performing administrative support functions for department managers. - Experience in coordinating and providing support to large complex projects. - High School Diploma or GED. - BA/BS preferred. - Excellent customer service. - Lotus Notes skills preferred. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills required. - Advanced level proficiency with e-mail software, MicroSoft Word and with any of the following office technology (required only if applicable to department's needs): PowerPoint. Excel or Access. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in working with an Education Department. Skills Testing: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. ++ This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to December 31, 2012.++2012-05-10 19:06:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134946CARoseville, CA28606727http://kp.jobs/xml/28606727/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Anesthesia Technical Assistant - Grade 520, South Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA Under direct supervision of the Anesthesiologist and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), sets up, troubleshoots, and provides general maintenance on all anesthesia equipment. Essential Functions: - On a daily basis and in accordance with department standards, maintains and services all electronic and mechanical equipment used by Anesthesia Department personnel. - Sets-up transducers, calibrates and zeros monitors. - Assembles pediatric and adult ventilator circuits. - Prepares procedural equipment such as the CVP, arterial line, Swan-Ganz and routine intravenous lines. - Operates, calibrates and performs routine maintenance on a variety of technical equipment used in the operating room such as the Drager and/or Narkomed anesthesia machines, HP Monitors, pulse oximeter and rapid infusion/transfusion systems. - Identifies malfunctioning equipment, troubleshoots equipment problems and refers more serious equipment problems to appropriate technical repair personnel when there are no established guidelines. - Assists in the establishment and maintenance of a regular schedule of preventive maintenance and calibration of monitors utilized in the administration of anesthesia, including the BP physiological monitors, Datascope, Propac monitor and Nellcor pulse oximeters. - Assists in positioning and supporting patients for regional anesthesia procedures such as spinal and epidurals. - Supports the Anesthesia Provider during insertion of arterial catheter lines and internal jugular catheters. - Applies monitoring devices to the patient and operates all common physiological monitors (Datex, pulse oximeter, C02 monitor, BP monitors cuffs). - Removes and disposes of all relevant supplies and equipment following use, exchanging soiled for clean parts between cases and restocking room carts with supplies and drugs. - Assists in monitoring and ordering supplies for the department. - Maintains an inventory in the main anesthesia workroom. - Orders from the pharmacy and stocks all 'non scheduled drugs'. - May order and stock 'non-scheduled drugs.' - Cleans and decontaminates equipment per Sterile Processing Department protocols; this includes the disassembly of equipment and sterilization in accordance to the Center for Disease Control guidelines to prevent the spread of infectious and contagious diseases. - Performs related duties as assigned. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Hospital experience with an understanding of the function and operation of various kinds of anesthesia equipment. - High School Diploma/GED. - BLS required. - American Society of Anesthesia Technologist and Technicians, preferred. - Working knowledge of Anesthesia department operations. - Demonstrated knowledge of basic instruments and treatment procedures commonly used in the administration of anesthesia. - Demonstrated understanding of basic anatomy. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other incumbents of the organization. - Must possess an understanding of aseptic and infection control. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.2012-05-10 19:06:46United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133700CASacramento, CA28606716http://kp.jobs/xml/28606716/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Emergency Department Location: South San Francisco, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) provides & coordinates emergency nursing care for patients for a designated time frame. Participates in patient/family teaching & provides leadership in working cooperatively w/members of the health care team to maintain standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Essential Functions: - MSE reflecting sound clinical knowledge & judgment, & consistent w/Standardized Procedure & State/Federal regulations. - Provision of competent Emergency nursing care, for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population the facility serves. - Works within scope of practice, including standardized procedures, & communicates clearly w/all members of health care team. - Completes duties w/regard to safety practices & policies, including infection control, workplace safety, & management of aggressive behaviors. - Provision of care is consistent w/EMTALA, Nurse Practice Act, Title 22 & other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality & risk management. - Proficiencies in emergency responses such as resuscitation/codes, hazmat response, & emergency childbirth. - Proficient in the use of computers in documentation, tracking, conveying information. - Teamwork w/all internal & external departments & agencies involved in the provision of care. - Medication administration & management including titrating infusions & pediatric medications. - Requires dependable attendance to scheduled shifts & required staff development. - Maintains all required licenses, certifications & professional development/ continuing education requirements per department & facility standards. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual & cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement & patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care in collaboration w/the health care team. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, & continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, & supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by all health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs & implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate, & concise manner. - Demonstrates knowledge of & applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, & documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility & accountability for own professional practice. - Participates in department & interdepartmental Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately & coordinates duties of health care team members. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions w/patients, families, & all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients, & families. - Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates & provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize & coordination) to LVN's, ED Technicians, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One year of recent (within the last three years) experience as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program & completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience OR Graduate of registered nursing program & either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care & has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Successful completion of, or enrollment leading to successful completion of, the KP Emergency Nursing Course w/ preceptorship, or equivalent training, or equivalent experience. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - ACLS & PALS certification required within six months of date of hire into ED position; TNCC, if required, within one year of date of hire into ED position. Depending on the facility, TNCC or NRP may also be required for this position. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written & oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM Week 1: Sun, Wed, Thurs Week 2: Thurs, Fri, Sat2012-05-10 19:06:46United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133899CASouth San Francisco, CA28606717http://kp.jobs/xml/28606717/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: EKG Technician - Grade 445 Location: South San Francisco, CA Essential Functions: - Operates EKG equipment, including specialized equipment such as treadmills, holter and event monitors, pacemaker, etc. Accurately applies lead placements to patients to ensure best possible recording. - Performs treadmill testing, Holter application, Event monitor application, signal average ECG and 12 lead ECG when dept needs arise. - Assist and prepares patients for the following procedures: Holter hookup and treadmill - Prepares ECG tracing for interpretation indicating the correct required information - Prepares paperwork and EKG for physician interpretation for hospitalization of patient - Participates as a member of the team in non-invasive procedures such as pacemaker clinics, Holter monitor, treadmill and cardiac profusion testing - Maintains accurate and complete files making copies of cardiac procedures and assist with any other paperwork as required - Greet patients in a pleasant and professional manner - Explains procedures to patients - Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal relationship skills when interacting with others. Displays tact, establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations with the public, patients, members of the team and other personnel - Promotes, ensures and improves customer service to the internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent with the organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality service - Responds to all acute emergency situations in a timely manner - Maintains equipment in operating order and notifies supervisor of needed repairs - Maintains safe and orderly work area. Provides safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff in compliance with policy and procedure as delineated in the department safety and infection control manuals - May orient other technicians to equipment utilization/procedures, alerts appropriate personnel to difficulties requiring personal attention - Answers telephones and relays messages courteously and accurately - Actively participates in education programs and staff meetings scheduled by the department Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -High School Diploma or Equivalent - EKG Certification required from an accredited program minimum of three (3) months or longer - One (1) year clinical experience as an EKG technician in a Cardiology Department within the last three years - CCI preferred - BLS for Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association) certification required - Working knowledge of computers required2012-05-10 19:06:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133531CASouth San Francisco, CA28606714http://kp.jobs/xml/28606714/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Business Operations Analyst - New Grad Location: Pleasanton, CA We are seeking an organized, self-motivated person with a successful background as a Senior/Administrative Specialist for a position that requires the ability to work with minimal direction and deal discreetly with sensitive and confidential information. This position will provide support to Directors in the Northern California BIO by performing complex administrative activities that require independent initiative and excellent judgment. The position will also execute recommendations to improve office and organizational efficiencies. Responsibilities: - Position supports Director(s) by performing moderately complex administrative activities that requires a high level of initiative and judgment. - Position may support multiple managers within various functional organizations. - Coordinates special events, large group meetings, conferences, and audio-visual equipment, - Maintain calendar, and travel itineraries. - Researches, compiles, and formats information into databases and spreadsheets. - Provide support to multiple projects and handle sensitive information with the strictest confidence - Participates in committee meetings, prepares and distributes agenda, takes and transcribes minutes, prepares presentation summaries, manages logistics and oversees action items. - Make recommendations to improve office efficiencies. - Prepares and submits expense reports for Director(s) - Coordinate processes for new employee work environment, to include space assignment, telephone and computer arrangement. - Coordinate resource moves, adds, or changes space reassignments - Provide solutions to cell phones, pagers, computer hardware/software needs and problems. - Maintains and stocks department office supplies. - Assume floor steward role to ensure shared equipment and/or services are functioning/stocked properly. - Monitors space and equipment needs. - Assumes liaison role between assigned unit and other KP-IT Business units. - Disseminates information such as policies and agendas to functional unit team. - Assists in researching and analyzing data to prepare reports for manager - Adheres to strict confidentiality and information privacy requirements. - Independently performs routine activities Minimal supervision required for non-routine tasks Functional Knowledge & Skills Required: - Uses a variety of software to compose both routine and sensitive communications and reports, (including graphics presentations and desktop publishing). - Advanced Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products (Visio, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) - Proficient planning, verbal communication, writing and editing skills are required. - Proficient in the use of email (Outlook and/or Lotus Notes) fax equipment and Xerox equipment. - Detail-oriented, can-do attitude, self motivated Qualifications: Functional Knowledge & Skills Needed: - Uses a variety of software to compose both routine and sensitive communications and reports, (including graphics presentations and desktop publishing). - Advanced Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products (Visio, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) - Proficient planning, verbal communication, writing and editing skills are required. - Proficient in the use of email (Outlook and/or Lotus Notes) fax equipment and Xerox equipment. - Detail-oriented, can-do attitude, self motivated Minimum Qualifications: - 1 years experience in a corporate office setting - Bachelor's degree or 4 additional years of equivalent work experience - Strong Customer Service Orientation PreferredQualifications: - Experience with Website development and use for corporate communications and information distribution. - Experience in implementing and using Web-based tools (like Microsoft SharePoint and DocuShare) for communications, distributions, notifications and archiving - Ability to construct wide variety of well-written communications while working under tight deadline2012-05-10 19:05:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135034CAPleasanton, CA28606669http://kp.jobs/xml/28606669/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Vice President, Human Resources - Information Technology Location: Oakland, CA This position is the top HR leader supporting Information Technology with over 6,000+ employees, supplemented with 4,000+ consultants and contractors. The 10,000+ workforce is recognized as the leading organization in Health IT. This position is responsible for leading a team of HR professionals who specialize in HR consulting, employee and labor relations, organizational design and effectiveness, workforce planning, and systems/metrics providing day-to-day tactical HR support to managers and employees in multiple locations across the U.S. In addition, the VP, HR (KP-IT) will manage a team of program and project managers and organizational development staff providing strategic partner services to the IT organization. This includes, but is not limited to, Leadership and Team Development, Employee and Leader Assimilation, Location and Workforce Strategy, Internship Programs, Organization Development, Strategic Talent Management and Diversity Strategies and Plans. The VP, HR (KP-IT) is a key leader, thought partner and driver of business performance as well as human growth and development. This VP will be an active and contributing member of the IT Executive Committee and the IT Leadership Group, and is responsible for proposing and implementing human resource solutions to enable the IT strategy and business plan. Essential Functions: Strategic Partner Services (Lead and Participate) - Leads, directs and leverages a cross-functional, matrixed team of HR professionals, project and program managers and vendor management staff capable of providing a high level of support, service and sophistication to business leaders and managers. - Develops, implements and achieves an HR People Strategy for KP-IT encompassing recruitment, retention, leadership development, talent and skills management with the goal of retaining Kaiser Permanente's IT organization's position as a Best Place to Work in IT and a leader in Health IT. Ensures the People Strategy is consistent with and supports KP-IT's business strategy and objectives. - Ensures the organization has the people capabilities to deliver on business strategies. - Actively participates as a member and key business partner of the IT Executive Committee. Works collaboratively to shape IT's business strategy and act as a strategic partner to the CIO and IT Executive Committee. Operational HR Services (Manage and Oversee) - Provides direction, sets standards, and maintains accountability and oversight for the deliver of high quality, client focused services and programs in all areas of HR including compensation, vendor management, staffing, employee and labor relations, management development and training, HR systems, HR policy creation and implementation, and fundamental HR program administration. - Develops business cases as needed to ensure funding for implementation of workforce strategies and specific solutions. Defines and implements workforce planning strategies and processes which achieve short and long term objectives to improve IT productivity as well as reduce costs. This includes potential solutions such as outsourcing, managed services, offshoring, as well as population/facility growth in new markets. - Ensures IT reflects our 'best place to work' commitments. Administers annual People Pulse Survey. Leads improvement efforts based on survey results. Drives employee engagement strategies. - Develops and maintains benchmarks and dashboard of metrics and measures for HR services and performance. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's in related field required. - 12 - 15 years' experience in Human Resources leadership roles with cross-functional HR accountabilities and progressive levels of responsibility. Significant experience supporting senior level business executives. - Ability to navigate complex organizations and understand the operating, financial, and critical success factors of the business. - Proven organizational development and change management experience, including communications competence. - Proven current knowledge of IT-specific workforce solutions and successful implementations - Strong leadership skills and abilities to directly and indirectly lead all levels of employees throughout the organization; demonstrated ability to deliver HR services in collaboration with a wide range of other HR specialists and partners. - Strong influence skills and the ability to use them to advise, recommend and persuade at all levels of the organization, especially senior and executive levels - Proven track record with talent acquisition and building leadership teams especially at senior and executive levels. - Prior experience leading and supporting multiple change initiatives. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's in related field or specialized training and certification in areas of change management, organization effectiveness, preferred. - Prior experience in technology or IT organizations preferred.2012-05-10 19:05:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia135030CAOakland, CA28606659http://kp.jobs/xml/28606659/jobUSACarsonTitle: Manager II Health Education Svcs Location: Carson, CA Responsible for the overall management of the planning, development, delivery/implementation, & evaluation/improvement of health education programs for more than one medical center & associated outlying facilities. In addition, these positions also may include responsibility for one or more of the following functions: CME/academic affairs, patient education, library services, cancer registry, preventive medicine, behavioral medicine, & any other assigned program(s)/ service(s). Integrates services/programs w/ strategic/organizational goals & objectives. Essential Functions: - Directs the design, implementation, & evaluation of multi-disciplinary and/or health education programs/services projects which improve accessibility, increase member satisfaction, improve health care outcomes, & control costs in alignment w/ KP's strategic goals & objectives - Ensures programs are consistently delivered across the Medical Centers - Identifies health education strategies, interventions, & resource allocation - Defines, develops, implements measures for evaluating in house & non-Kaiser intervention/education services - Ensures active dialogue between physicians & staff to facilitate program development - Consults w/ other health education departments & KFH to assure education programs are consistent, high quality, & serve the needs of customers/members - Ensures all intervention/programs comply w/ regulatory agencies - Researches, identifies, & implements best practices - Develops systems to identify, achieve, & manage quality & performance improvements & evaluate programs & to rapidly disseminate newly developed courses & successful existing programs - Leads or makes significant contributions to high level multi-disciplinary work teams to achieve quality outcomes - Leads & manages department activities - Determines scope of work, outcomes, & milestones - Negotiates time commitments & resources - Supervises, mentors, & coaches team members to achieve high quality results - Participates in planning & coordinating w/ other teams & projects internal & external to the department to maximize effectiveness - Interfaces w/ senior management - Establishes & recommends procedures & policies to assure consistency & quality in the provision of education services - Directs the production, presentation & dissemination of proposals, reports & position papers - Assures education interventions & programs comply w/ regulatory agency requirements - Manages the overall operations of the assigned education/support functions, supervises, & manages the performance/development of staff, & ensures they provide the highest quality of services to members - Develops/maintains the budget Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) to five (5) years of previous program management experience in a healthcare organization/ system providing services to in and out-patients - Master's degree or equivalent experience (six (6) years)in nursing, education, health services, business administration or health education - RN license may be required for nursing staff development - Adult education, instructional design, and evaluation methodologies and research required - Demonstrated strong interpersonal and organizational skills for program coordination and working with groups - Demonstrated ability to utilize education and facilitation techniques/skills - Computer literacy required Preferred Qualifications: - Previous program management experience (3-5 years) in a healthcare organization2012-05-09 19:12:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134767CACarson, CA28576544http://kp.jobs/xml/28576544/jobUSARiversideTitle: Medical Social Worker II/III Location: Riverside, CA SEE JOB DESCRIPTION Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Quality of Clinical Services The Medical Social Worker II provides quality counseling services by assessing patient/family system needs then developing and implementing treatment plans in accordance with departmental and medical center policies, and in compliance with the I standards of the social work profession. - Quality of clinical services is indicated by QM findings, case presentations, documentation review, staff and patient feedback and supervisory discussions. - Performs a bio psychosocial assessment interview with patient, family, and/or significant other according to department policy and standards. Provides appropriate crises intervention/treatment to adults, children and families in emergent situations including assessment, counseling, information/referral and providing consultation to physicians and healthcare team. - Provides a professional interpretation of patient's condition (i.e., situation, affect, behavior and verbal content) and recommends appropriate psycho social intervention(s) and/or treatment plan. - Develops culturally sensitive assessment that reflects departmental standards and includes: reasons for referral; source of referral; Informant name; physical/medical issues; interpersonal and social relations; emotional/psychiatric/adjustment issues including assessment of depression; role performance/social transition; community planning/resources (as indicated); legal/protective issues (as indicated) Provides appropriate counseling services to patients and/or family based on clinical assessment and consistent with patient's on going medical condition/needs. - Performs relevant patient and family advocacy services within KP and the community. - Provides patient education on subjects related to psycho social adjustment to medical illness, individually, in classes or groups. - Professional Knowledge The Medical Social Worker II takes responsibility for implementation of social work knowledge and values, standards of practice and enhancement of professional skills as demonstrated by chart reviews, case presentations, staff and patient feedback, supervisory discussions and attendance at conferences/classes. - Assessment demonstrates ability to interpret the social, emotional and behavioral problems/elements as they relate to the patient's medical condition and treatment. Knowledge of availability of KP and community resources consistent with treatment goals. - Utilizes professional knowledge in facilitating staff and other meetings. - Demonstrates knowledge of and observes department policies and procedures. - Utilizes formal and informal education opportunities to increase professional knowledge base as demonstrated by attendance at appropriate and approved programs/workshops/in services/etc. - Demonstrates the integration of clinical social work theory into practice by appropriately utilizing clinical knowledge of bio psychosocial development stages, personality development, human behavior, etc., to formulate assessment, direct treatment, and provide consultation and education to other team members. This includes integration of developmental theory and clinical practice in assessments and intervention specific to the age group served. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's Degree in Social Work from a school accredited by Council on SW Education. Preferred Qualifications: - LCSW or LMFT preferred. - Inpatient Social Servies Experience - Experienced with end of life conversations. - Team orientated - Basic computer skills to include Word, Excel & Powerpoint. Notes: - Variable hours/shifts to cover for full time staff2012-05-09 19:12:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134774CARiverside, CA28576546http://kp.jobs/xml/28576546/jobUSARiversideTitle: Nursing Dept OR Manager, RN Location: Riverside, CA Through department assistant managers and staff, manages the delivery of nursing services and patient care which meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. Essential Functions: - Through department assistant managers and staff, manages the delivery of nursing services and patient care which meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - With Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and SCPMG staff, develops strategic/business plans to achieve integrated services across the continuum of care. - Manages and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within assigned department and across the continuum of care. - Ensures staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO, federal, state, and local requirements; establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops and monitors department's budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Ensures on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organization's goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety and risk management issues. - Patient Safety: Accountable to promote an organizational culture of safety and ensure appropriate patient safety standards and guidelines are implemented consistently in the delivery of health care to our patients, including but not limited to: JCAHO, National Quality Forum, and Leapfrog. - See Patient Safety Management Accountabilities Addendum for job specific accountabilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually five (5) to six (6) years), including management experience (usually three (3) to four (4) years). - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - BSN or BA/BS in health care or closely related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Current California RN license required. - CPR certificate required. - **BSN and National Health/Nursing Administration Certification or MSN are required for Pediatric and NICU Departments for facilities that are CCS certified or desire CCS certification. This requirement applies to Bellflower, LAMC, San Diego, Fontana and Orange County. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated interpersonal and management skills. Preferred Qualifications: - MSN. -Minimum 2 years recent OR Leadership experience. -Ability to engage staff in the complex management and pace of assuring clinical excellence, safety in a very busy service with ORS running above 90% capacity. -CNOR, PALS, ACLS Certificate preferred. - Knowledge in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Lotus Notes. Notes: -Will take call every 3rd weekend. -This a 24 hour coverage position. Schedule may vary upon need of the department.2012-05-09 19:12:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134781CARiverside, CA28576547http://kp.jobs/xml/28576547/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Bakersfield, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous experience in UM, Discharge Planning and/or Case Management preferred. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standard (Medicare, Medi-Cal, and JCAHO, etc.) regulations preferred. - Working knowledge of federal, state and local legislative regulations and accreditation requirement. General knowledge of hospital admissions, discharges and transfer processes. Notes: - This is a 10 hour shift. - May Require to travel for classes. -Weekend and Holiday coverage.2012-05-09 19:12:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134958CABakersfield, CA28576548http://kp.jobs/xml/28576548/jobUSADowneyTitle: Supervisior Administrative Services - (MT-1369) Location: Downey, CA Directs & supervises two (2) or more distinct groups of non-exempt and/or entry level exempt employees engaged in administrative/ processing/ support activities in separate functional areas. Supervises the day-to-day activities in accordance w/ applicable regulations & cost containment efforts. Conducts analyses & produces management reports. Identifies, coordinates, & implements projects/programs to improve the quality & cost-effectiveness of operations. Provides support & advice to management. Essential Functions: - Supervises daily operations & actively assists & provides direction to subordinates as required - May perform, especially in staff or professional groups, ongoing operational tasks of organizational units - Provides human resources support including managing the hiring, salary determination, & competency assessment processes - Coordinates multiple projects, orchestrates meetings, develops timelines - Ensures projects are completed on schedule following established procedures & schedules - Promotes a team environment & provides work direction & guidance including coaching, professional development & training - Resolves grievances - Assists manager w/ development of short & long-range departmental goals & objectives - Administers budgets to meet the fiscal goals for capital, payroll & non-payroll expenses; performs financial & staffing analysis - Produces management information reports - Reviews department/unit/area performance to ensure quality and/or quantity goals are met to include business & financial aspects - Develops operating & customer service procedures - Serves as a liaison between management, other departments, subordinates and/or members - Resolves problems & complaints from client departments, other managers and/or members - Ensures compliance w/ department/organization policies/procedures - Conducts training sessions for professional development, systems training, & train-the-trainer program Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience supervising a multi-disciplinary staff of non-exempt and entry level exempt employees - Experience and knowledge of procedures/policies/regulations in a specific functional area - Experience conducting training programs - Experience with budget management - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business administration - Proficient in a variety of software applications - Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects, use time management skills and independent judgment - Ability to adapt to shifting priorities; team player, tactful and diplomatic - Strong customer service and interpersonal skills required to communicate effectively with all levels of management internal/external - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Notes: - PR # MT-1369 - Repost of MT-1364 - Work schedule to vary as required2012-05-09 19:12:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134680CADowney, CA28576536http://kp.jobs/xml/28576536/jobUSADowneyTitle: Outpatient Pharmacy Manager - (KJ-0107) Location: Downey, CA Under the direction of the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager or Outpatient Pharmacy Director, is responsible for the management of all aspects of Pharmacy services at identified Outpatient Pharmacy location(s). Ensures compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations, Statewide Pharmacy Operations objectives, policies, and procedures. Responsible for day-to-day operations of assigned work area(s)/ functions(s)/services(s). Provides supervision and direction to subordinate Outpatient Pharmacy Supervisor - Hourly, Pharmacist and non-pharmacist employees. Manages a pharmacy location(s). Performs the duties of all subordinate employees and other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr or Outpatient Pharmacy Director w/ the development & implementation of pharmacy strategic initiatives. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr or Outpatient Pharmacy Director by providing supervision & direction of the pharmacy services/activities/functions, including drug distribution, drug education, pharmacist clinical activities, retail business expansion, performance measurements, regulatory compliance, employee development & multi-disciplinary team development. - Manages departmental personnel & operational practices to ensure compliance w/ Federal & State laws & regulations, T.J.C., O.S.H.A., SBOP, Statewide & Departmental policies & procedures. - Collaborates w/ the Inpatient Pharmacy Mgmt & Medical Group departments to provide continuity of care & compliance w/ applicable Federal & State laws & regulations governing hospitals. - Sphere of influence includes Pharmacy Staff, Other Members of the Pharmacy Mgmt Team, Providers, Department Administrators, Physician-In-Charge. - Provides personnel mgmt activities (e.g. recruits, hires, trains & evaluates, &/or terminates subordinate hourly personnel). - Completes/administers performance evaluations & ensures adherence to departmental plan for completion of performance evaluations. - Develops/oversees processes to ensure the department meets HR compliance expectations for evaluations. - Works w/ HR in handling employee grievances. - Responsible for the preparation & assignment of department staff's work schedules & assignments. - Prepares &/or approves the biweekly payroll. - Provides regular communication & feedback to the staff. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr or Outpatient Pharmacy Director to monitor personnel utilization in accordance w/ operating budget & adheres to the personnel justification process for the department. - Develops departmental budget in conjunction w/ Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr &/or Outpatient Pharmacy Director. - May work w/ local BS&F on departmental budget. - Responsible for all financial performance targets in pharmacy. - Participates in designing, implementing & evaluating systems, processes & methods designed to enhance quality, improve service, & enhance cost effectiveness. - Responsible for all service measures in department. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr or Outpatient Pharmacy Director to collaborate w/ providers, department heads, & the Outpatient Pharmacy Director to implement, evaluate & improve quality mgmt programs. - Provides resolution to service complaints by Health Plan members, other Kaiser health care professionals, department heads, & employees. - Administers organizational & department policies & procedures on a day-to-day basis. - Performs the duties of all subordinate employees & other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License. - Ability to demonstrate & apply knowledge of contemporary outpatient pharmacy operations principles & standards, including clinical, professional, legal, business, & public relations aspects - B.S. in Pharmacy required, Pharm. D. preferred. - Must have a working knowledge of applicable Federal & State pharmacy regulations - Ability to extract pertinent information from patients, or other sources, to apply to the patient's medical management plan - Demonstrated abilities & skills in pharmacy business management, customer problem-resolution, leadership & supervision - Must possess self-initiative, innovative & collaborative skills - Ability to demonstrate proficiency in oral & written English-speaking communication skills - Proficiency in various databases & other computer usage - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment - Must pass background check - Previous experience or courses completed, in pharmacy business management or related subjects preferred Notes: - PR # KJ-0107 - Work schedule to vary as required - Position requires occasional travel to other KPMCP and non-KPMCP locations for meetings, training, etc2012-05-09 19:12:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134691CADowney, CA28576538http://kp.jobs/xml/28576538/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Physical Therapist Location: Anaheim, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the rehabilitation services Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluate patients and interpret evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establish treatment goals and plan treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. - Implement the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel; and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provide advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assess clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharge patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provide accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrate progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelors' or masters' or doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy OR foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice physical therapy by the state of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management partnership environment. Notes: - May be requested to work at other locations including hospitals as well as weekend hospital rotation. - Scheduled hours and days may change to meet department needs.2012-05-09 19:12:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134707CAAnaheim, CA28576539http://kp.jobs/xml/28576539/jobUSADowneyTitle: Call Center Operations Manager - (MT-1370) Location: Downey, CA Manages the day-to-day operations of a centralized call center, oversees the budget, and ensures the operational goals and objectives of the Call Center are met. Essential Functions: - Maintains a centralized call center of well-trained, empowered staff to provide 24-hour service to clients. - Manages the activities of the staff to assure that best practices, policies and procedures are maintained. - Fosters a team environment, w/ emphasis on responsibility and accountability, both critical for the call center's success. - In conjunction w/ Call Center Manager, interviews, hires, coaches, disciplines, and terminates staff in accordance w/ established policies and procedures. - Provides for adequate staff coverage of daily center operations, operating within the department's assigned budget. - Assures Team Managers' availability at all times; to assist and monitor Customer Service Reps performance, and provides adequate coverage for the center. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) to four (4) years of Call Center Management experience required. - Five (5)toseven (7) years of experience in customer service required. - Bachelor's degree in business administrationOR four (4) years of equivalent work experience preferred. - Computer literacy (mainframe, PC, and spreadsheets) used in the department. - Knowledge of queuing theoriesand workforce scheduling. - Knowledge of budget preparationand financial tracking. - Knowledge of computer telephony integration (CTI), interactive voice response (IVR) units,and automatic call distribution (ACD). - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Notes: - PR # MT-1370 - Work schedule to vary as required2012-05-09 19:12:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134728CADowney, CA28576540http://kp.jobs/xml/28576540/jobUSASanta AnaTitle: Project Manager I - Outside Referrals Location: Santa Ana, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Responsible for providing leadership to a team committed to achieving specified goals of a project. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the first job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At the entry level, a Project Manager may lead projects that impact a single functional area or service area. It is responsible for working on problems of moderate scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Position will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides technical leadership to projects. - Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Assesses project impact on the workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) or more years of experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Masters degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Good project management and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: -Knowledge in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, and Visio. -RN License preferred. -LVN Certificatepreferred. Notes: - May be required to work Saturday as needed. - Will be required to travel to differenct facilities as needed.-----2012-05-09 19:12:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134735CASanta Ana, CA28576541http://kp.jobs/xml/28576541/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Asst Dir Diag Imag Svs Location: Fontana, CA In a larger department, manages the daily operations of assigned areas/modalities or assists the Director in managing the daily operations of a smaller department. Either role/function is in a full service inpatient and outpatient diagnostic imaging department at one acute care medical center (7 days, 24 hours) which usually includes radiology, MRI, CT, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, IR, mammography, and imaging files. Manages all administrative, clinical, technical, and clerical operations of the assigned areas to ensure quality, access, patient care, and budget goals are achieved. Provides Diagnostic Imaging Services which are integrated with departmental, service line, and organizational/strategic goals and objectives. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Assists the Diagnostic Imaging Services Director in meeting the clinical needs of physicians, staff and members, as well as developing a strategy to integrate diagnostic imaging services. - Manages the daily operations of assigned areas, or assists the Director in managing daily operations of a small department by maintaining appropriate schedules (both staffing and patient), and monitoring performance improvement, safety, quality, and regulatory standards. - Participates in the planning of major facilities construction/renovation projects to ensure the safe and effective placement of imaging equipment and efficiency of operations. - Ensures equipment and procedures are safe, functional, and capable of meeting the diagnostic needs of the medical staff in a timely manner. - Develops and monitors payroll and non-payroll budgets for the assigned areas. - Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and implements appropriate actions, policies, and procedures. - Manages union supervisors and staff and resolves human resources, labor relations, employee, and safety issues. - Selects and trains technical and administrative imaging staff. - Monitors staff performance and participates with the Chief and Director in the development of competencies, performance standards, and imaging protocols/standards. - Develops and implements a plan for equipment procurement, maintenance, and replacement. - Keeps abreast of new developments in diagnostic imaging technology and makes recommendations on the acquisition and implementation of new technology. - Accountable for adherence to state and federal rules and regulations on safety and quality assurance. - Ensures compliance with JCAHO, MQSA, federal, state, and local agencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous recent (within three (3) years of hire date) supervisory experience in a full service imaging department in an acute care medical center required. - Prior clinical experience(three (3) - five (5)years)as a staff technologist in a diagnostic imaging modality. - Previous experience managing in a union environment strongly preferred. - Working knowledge and experience in a high volume imaging department preferred. - Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or other imaging discipline, Health Care, Business or Health Services Administration OR equivalent experience required. - Certification as Radiologic Technologist (CRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required. - Demonstrated strong communication skills, labor relations and human relations skills essential. - Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory standards required. - Computer and standard software package skills required.2012-05-09 19:12:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134747CAFontana, CA28576543http://kp.jobs/xml/28576543/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Sr Learning Consultant Location: Pasadena, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Assesses and analyses training and development needs across a broad spectrum of positions and geographic areas, usually for a single large functional area or program-wide initiative. Develops strategic plans for development of training curricula, professional development and technical programs. Conducts and/or coordinates the programs. Works independently with significant latitude to make decisions. Essential Functions: - Consults with leaders of major constituency groups within the organization to assess, trend and analyze the learning needs of employees across the region based on current and future strategic plans. - Develops, implements and coordinates management training programs. - Serves as a master trainer providing training and coaching to trainers and learning consultants. - Monitors, evaluates and makes leveraging recommendations about the cost effectiveness and quality of learning programs. - Plans, advocates for and implements the deployment of regionwide strategic learning systems. - Evaluates, selects, retains and brokers a pool of internal and external training consultants, with diverse expertise to provide leveraged training of a specialized and/or technical nature. - Evaluates, selects and deploys computer based training programs regionwide. - Stays abreast of learning, training and development research including theory, motivation theory and new materials, methods and techniques.. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive experience designing and administering education and training programs for a diverse client group with limited resources. - Previous experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. - Masters degree, or six (6) years of equivalent work experience in Behavioral Sciences, Education or related field. - Expertise in the principles of group dynamics, adult learning theory and training and development techniques. - Outstanding verbal communication and presentation skills. - User knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet software. - Must be able to travel within the United States 30% of the time. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Microsoft Project. Notes: This position requires 10% of traveling.2012-05-09 19:12:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134764CAPasadena, CA28576542http://kp.jobs/xml/28576542/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Labor and Delivery Relief Charge, Full-time, L302P Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in L & D or completion of KP L&D course or approved equivalent (which includes basic fetal monitoring and NRP) within prior 12 months. - Current NRP & ACLS card required. - Successful completion of AWHONN advanced fetal monitoring course since 2006. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. - Ability to scrub and circulate as required. Notes: - Position Control L302. - Rotating Weekends. - Works 'Payday' weekend. - Works as a ReliefCharge RN. - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00pm - 7:30 am,back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm - 7:30 am.2012-05-09 19:12:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133373CASan Diego, CA28576526http://kp.jobs/xml/28576526/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Labor and Delivery, Part-time, L334N Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in L & D or completion of KP L&D course or approved equivalent (which includes basic fetal monitoring and NRP) within prior 12 months. - Current NRP & ACLS card required. - Successful completion of AWHONN advanced fetal monitoring course since 2006. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. - Ability to scrub and circulate as required. Notes: - Position Control L334. - Rotating Weekends - Works 'Non-Payday' weekends. - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm - 7:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm - 7:30 am.2012-05-09 19:12:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133407CASan Diego, CA28576527http://kp.jobs/xml/28576527/jobUSAGlendaleTitle: LVN II (Armenian Bilingual) Fam Med Glendale Location: Glendale, CA Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician provides nursing care in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan of the organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats co-workers, patients, families and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: - Representative Duties: Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient as prescribed by physician/health care professional(s) following established protocols, policies and procedures. - Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams. - Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition. - Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order following established protocols. - Maintain equipment and supplies. - Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair. - Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual. - Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed. - Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. - Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures following established protocols. - Maintain patient confidentiality. - Perform other duties as directed. Qualifications: Pay Grade: 25 Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English / Armenian) Level II required. - Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse. - Current Basic Life Support card. - One (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience as a LVN in an acute/outpatient setting. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in ambulatory setting. - Proficient in Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology (including TAB counseling), Sports Medicine, Geriatrics, Nurse Clinic, and phone messages. Notes: -Will work every other Saturday on a rotating basis. - Must pass the bilingual assessment test.2012-05-09 19:12:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133478CAGlendale, CA28576529http://kp.jobs/xml/28576529/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Psychiatric RN (West LA/Temp) Location: Los Angeles, CA Essential Functions: Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of recent RN Psych experience - Two (2) or more years in a behavioral health setting, telephone triage support preferred - Graduate from an accredited nursing school - BSN preferred - Current CA RN License - Psychiatric & chemical dependency knowledge & ability to work w/ dual diagnosis patients - Able to triage & evaluate various aspects of the psychiatric population - Excellent interpersonal & communication skills required - Knowledge of psychiatric medications, actions & side effects in an adult & pediatric population - Child & family education & learning theory technique, preferred - Group leadership skills, excellent verbal & written communication skills, including the ability to gather information & express empathy on the telephone, the ability to remain positive & helpful when very busy & w/ difficult patient population & the ability to multitask & prioritize work, preferred - Computer skills to include data entry, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & HealthConnect, preferred Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelors degree from and accredited college of university Notes: - This is a temporary position for approximately three (3) months - This position will provide assistance to 12 Psychiatrists in the Department of Psychiatry, to provide for rapid response to member needs and concerns, and improve member access to services. - The RN will triage MD phone calls; coordinate with pharmacy regarding medication; provide information and education to members on the phone, in groups and individually; perform basic physical assessment and monitor for side effects of medication, and provide injectable medications; provide prescribed medications to patients per physician orders following appropriate protocol; review lab results and refer lab values to physician within protocols and guidelines; assist psychiatrist with coordinating hospitalizations of members and document services in the patients medical record.2012-05-09 19:12:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133536CALos Angeles, CA28576530http://kp.jobs/xml/28576530/jobUSAGranada HillsTitle: Home Health RN/PHN - Panorama City - Palliative Care PT Location: Granada Hills, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualification: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within past three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in a licensed Home Health and/or Hospice agency as an RN/PHN. - Current California Driver's License and a clear driving record for the past two years. - Proof of automobile insurance as required by law. Preferred Qualifications: - Hospice/Palliative Care Notes: - On-call required, rotational weekends required, floats to all service areas (teams 1, 3, 4,). - Geographic areas including San Fernando Valley, Simi Valley, Santa Clarita, Antelope Valley. - Must have a car and be able to drive to home visits. - Some shift care required. - Day off before/after WE WRK2012-05-09 19:12:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133640CAGranada Hills, CA28576531http://kp.jobs/xml/28576531/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital / Recovery Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -Current CA RN license and AHA BLS. -One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in PACU, or Critical Care or completion of a KP PACU course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. -Current ACLS and PALS card required. -The ability to take call within a 30 minute response time. Preferred Qualifications: -Effective verbal and written communication skills. -One (1)year full time or three (3) years part-time(16 hours per week),continuous employment in the past (3) years as an RN in an acute Hospital PACU or Adult Critical Care Unit (ICU, CCU, CSU). -Working Knowledge of Phase I and II Recovery process. -Experience recovering adults, adolescents and pediatrics with various surgeries is essential. -Graduation from an accredited or NLN approved RN Program -Current BCLS -BSN -CNOR2012-05-09 19:12:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132663CALos Angeles, CA28576523http://kp.jobs/xml/28576523/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: RNP I/ PA I Location: Bakersfield, CA Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting & evaluating diagnostic tests & examinations. Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnoses & treats both chronic & episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establishes & documents the health care plan & prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation w/ a physician. Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder & releases the patient. Essential Functions: - Performs complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting & evaluating diagnostic tests & examinations. - Assumes on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. - Diagnoses & treats both chronic & episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. - Establishes & documents the health care plan & prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. - Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for such therapy when performed prior to consultation w/ a physician. - Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder & releases the patient. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited RN and NP Program - Master's Degree* (* effective 5/23/07 for those not previously grandfathered in) - Current California RN License - Current California Nurse Practitioner Certificate - Maintain current national certification from approved organizations (American Nurses Credentialing Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, or the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board) - California Furnishing Number - American Heart Association BCLS - National Provider Identification Number (NPI) and be an approved Medicare provider. - Minimum 1 year experience unless specified by department. - If department elects to hire a new grad NP, the California Furnishing Number and if applicable, the DEA Registration Number, must be obtained within 12 months of hire. In this case, the probationary period would also be extended from 6 to 12 months. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Notes: - Physical Work Location isin Lost Hills, CA.2012-05-09 19:12:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133247CABakersfield, CA28576525http://kp.jobs/xml/28576525/jobUSABaldwin ParkTitle: Case Manager Utilization RN Location: Baldwin Park, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two (2)years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.2012-05-09 19:12:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130385CABaldwin Park, CA28576520http://kp.jobs/xml/28576520/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Health Info Coder II Location: Harbor City, CA Under general supervision, is responsible for accurate coding of all inpatient & outpatient services, procedures, diagnoses & conditions, working from the appropriate documentation in the medical record. Classification systems include ICD-9-CM & CPT as well as other specialty systems as required by diagnostic category. All work is carried out in accordance w/ the rules, regulations & coding conventions of the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD9, OSHPD, & KP Coding Guidelines. Verifies/corrects abstracted demographic & clinical data. As needed, Coder II's may be required to assist & be a resource for data integrity & the work of Coders I and/or other employees in the Health Information Management Department who need instruction & assistance in coding e.g., defining charts by diagnoses or procedures. May also be required to provide professional guidance, advice & instruction to Coders I. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Maintains timely coding & abstracting productivity & quality standards - Review medical records to identify diagnoses/procedures - Independently organizes & prioritizes all work to ensure that records are coded in time frames that will assure compliance w/ regulatory requirements - Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of all procedures concerning the sequencing of diagnoses, procedures such as but not limited to those outlined in ICD-9-CM, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set & Medicare Guidelines - Demonstrates knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology to interpret general medical classifications for coding discharge data including the most complicated encounters/cases - Assigns Codes - Codes all diagnostic & operative information from the medical record using ICD-9-CM & CPT coding classification systems & independently quality checks own work - Selects the DRG for each inpatient case - Optimizes hospital payment legitimately & ethically by utilizing approved coding guidelines & conventions - Reviews DRG discrepancies from the fiscal intermediary to ensure the appropriate per case DRG assignment - Verifies & abstracts, all medical data from the record to complete a data abstract on each hospital encounter - Corrects data as appropriate - Ensures that all data abstracted is consistent w/ guidelines outlined by JCAHO, OSHPD & regional & local policies - Completion of Medical Records - Interacts w/ physicians to clarify & accurately document patient diagnostic & procedural information through a query process - Enters patient information into the computerized inpatient & outpatient medical record databases, ensuring the accuracy & integrity of the medical record abstract data prior to transmitting case to Government Reimbursement for billing - Ensures timely record availability by meeting established coding & abstracting productivity standards - Independently conducts medical record documentation auditing to monitor physician compliance w/ regulatory requirements i.e., Physician Review Project - Confidentiality/Security of Systems - Maintains & complies w/ policies & procedures for confidentiality of all patient records - Demonstrates knowledge of security of systems by not sharing computer logons - Other Duties - Answers the telephone promptly & identifies themselves & the department - Trains & instructs employees as appropriate - Acts as an expert resource person to other coders & personnel in other hospital departments regarding coding questions & issues - May perform other duties as assigned by supervisors Qualifications: Pay Grade: 15 Basic Qualifications: - Requires one (1) of the following current credentials: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - Completion of classes in Medical Terminology, Anatomy/ Physiology, ICD-9 and CPT coding conventions conforming to standards established by the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), American Medical Association, CMS or successful completion of an AAPC or AHIMA accredited coding certification program - Obtain a passing score on a KP HIM Coder II coding Assessment - Keyboarding skills Notes: - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-05-09 19:12:03United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129248CAHarbor City, CA28576517http://kp.jobs/xml/28576517/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Health Info Coder II Location: Harbor City, CA Under general supervision, is responsible for accurate coding of all inpatient & outpatient services, procedures, diagnoses & conditions, working from the appropriate documentation in the medical record. Classification systems include ICD-9-CM & CPT as well as other specialty systems as required by diagnostic category. All work is carried out in accordance w/ the rules, regulations & coding conventions of the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD9, OSHPD, & KP Coding Guidelines. Verifies/corrects abstracted demographic & clinical data. As needed, Coder II's may be required to assist & be a resource for data integrity & the work of Coders I and/or other employees in the Health Information Management Department who need instruction & assistance in coding e.g., defining charts by diagnoses or procedures. May also be required to provide professional guidance, advice & instruction to Coders I. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Maintains timely coding & abstracting productivity & quality standards - Review medical records to identify diagnoses/procedures - Independently organizes & prioritizes all work to ensure that records are coded in time frames that will assure compliance w/ regulatory requirements - Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of all procedures concerning the sequencing of diagnoses, procedures such as but not limited to those outlined in ICD-9-CM, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set & Medicare Guidelines - Demonstrates knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology to interpret general medical classifications for coding discharge data including the most complicated encounters/cases - Assigns Codes - Codes all diagnostic & operative information from the medical record using ICD-9-CM & CPT coding classification systems & independently quality checks own work - Selects the DRG for each inpatient case - Optimizes hospital payment legitimately & ethically by utilizing approved coding guidelines & conventions - Reviews DRG discrepancies from the fiscal intermediary to ensure the appropriate per case DRG assignment - Verifies & abstracts, all medical data from the record to complete a data abstract on each hospital encounter - Corrects data as appropriate - Ensures that all data abstracted is consistent w/ guidelines outlined by JCAHO, OSHPD & regional & local policies - Completion of Medical Records - Interacts w/ physicians to clarify & accurately document patient diagnostic & procedural information through a query process - Enters patient information into the computerized inpatient & outpatient medical record databases, ensuring the accuracy & integrity of the medical record abstract data prior to transmitting case to Government Reimbursement for billing - Ensures timely record availability by meeting established coding & abstracting productivity standards - Independently conducts medical record documentation auditing to monitor physician compliance w/ regulatory requirements i.e., Physician Review Project - Confidentiality/Security of Systems - Maintains & complies w/ policies & procedures for confidentiality of all patient records - Demonstrates knowledge of security of systems by not sharing computer logons - Other Duties - Answers the telephone promptly & identifies themselves & the department - Trains & instructs employees as appropriate - Acts as an expert resource person to other coders & personnel in other hospital departments regarding coding questions & issues - May perform other duties as assigned by supervisors Qualifications: Pay Grade: 15 Basic Qualifications: - Requires one (1) of the following current credentials: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - Completion of classes in Medical Terminology, Anatomy/ Physiology, ICD-9 and CPT coding conventions conforming to standards established by the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), American Medical Association, CMS or successful completion of an AAPC or AHIMA accredited coding certification program - Obtain a passing score on a KP HIM Coder II coding Assessment - Keyboarding skills Notes: - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-05-09 19:12:03United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129249CAHarbor City, CA28576518http://kp.jobs/xml/28576518/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Harbor City, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Two (2) years experience as a Charge Nurse or Senior Nurse - Excellent customer service, critical thinking and communication skills - Ability to work as a team member, lead , problem solve, and collaborate with staff and physicians - Typing skills of 30-40 wpm - Computer skills in Word Notes: - Exemplary attendance - Will perform all duties within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurses, included but no limited to in-basket management, patient care, and coordinating department workflow - Schedule varies between 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM within the Evening shift - Rotating weekends2012-05-09 19:11:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia123357CAHarbor City, CA28576508http://kp.jobs/xml/28576508/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Regulatory Consultant III (Oakland or Pasadena, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Regulatory Consultant III Kaiser Permanente Oakland or Pasadena, Ca Health Plan Regulatory Services (HPRS) is responsible for leading CA state regulatory initiative across all functions statewide, as well as managing relationships and maintaining communication with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. Essential Functions: - Researches, plans, implements, and monitors a broad portfolio of regulatory systems and initiatives to enable organizational compliance with all applicable Federal, state, and local regulations/laws. - Advises the organization on all regulatory matters related to the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) and other state regulators. - On an on-going basis, researches and interprets regulations and laws to establish standards, and may develop and/or deliver training and communications/change management relative to new standards. - Assesses organizational systems (both physical and process or data related) to determine gaps in compliance and determine opportunities for remediation. - Advises the organization on all compliance matters. - May investigate violations of compliance policy, laws, regulations, etc. or conduct on-going monitoring and reporting to ensure remediation. - May be responsible for project management relative to new compliance initiatives, products, or annual processes. HPRS is responsible for: - Assessment of organizational systems and processes to ensure appropriate Health Plan oversight and survey readiness and determine gaps for remediation prior to regulatory surveys. - All regulatory filings related to Health Plan's Knox-Keene license (ex. contracts, benefits, delivery systems, new products) - Benefits interpretation to ensure statewide consistency in providing benefits to members and compliance with benefits provisions in contracts - Processing regulatory complaints in a timely manner and trending, reporting, and analyzing data related to these complaints - May be responsible for project management relative to new regulations, legislation, surveys, new products, or other issues involving state regulators - Developing and directing proactive regulatory strategies to support membership growth Job Specific Function Summary Responsible for supporting all aspects of HPRS engagement in projects and issues related to the implantation of and compliance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA). - Understands all aspects of ACA and state laws relating to Health Care Reform (HCR) and how they impact the organization. - Researches state and federal health care reform requirements and regulations and partners with other units in HPRS to identify impact. - Communicates information relating to new/developing HCR requirements to other HPRS units. - Works with Manager and Executive Director on the Health Plan's response to DMHC on requests for information. - Responds to internal inquiries and requests for information on KP's regulatory response to ACA requirements and regulator interpretation of ACA requirements. - Represents HPRS at various internal meetings on topics relating to Health Care Reform. - Supports manager and other HPRS stakeholders in preparing DMHC filings related to ACA/HCR requirements. - Partners with other internal compliance entities on topics and projects relating to ACA/HCR. - Customer and Industry Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of health care and related regulatory issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Required: Eight (8) to twelve (12) years of health care experience - health care operations (quality, risk, etc.), audit, finance, project management, regulatory or public policy development, investigations, information security, or insurance/health plan governance experience. - Preferred: Same. - Four (4) year or clinical degree or equivalent experience. - Advanced knowledge of health care regulatory policies, practices and systems. - Contributes to the development of regulatory concepts. - Broad knowledge of health care industry practices and standards. - Ability to draft and revise documents including policies, standards, analyses, and reports. - Project management skills. - Advanced knowledge of health care and related regulatory issues.2012-05-09 19:11:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134146CAOakland, CA28576489http://kp.jobs/xml/28576489/jobUSAMartinezTitle: Service Director Location: Martinez, CA Plans, organizes, directs, evaluates and coordinates inpatient nursing services and/or integrated outpatient- inpatient nursing services across the continuum of care within a Service Area or within a single medical center. Works w/ KFHP/H and the Medical Group staff developing strategic plans, providing quality care and cost effective services which are aligned w/ federal, state, and local regulations. Essential Functions: - Collaborates w/ other Service Directors in identifying and implementing innovative models and best practices, emphasizing service improvements and cost reduction. - Directs development and implementation of quality and utilization standards across the continuum of care to ensure coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused delivery of services and cost effective utilization of necessary services. - Ensures compliance w/ administrative, legal and regulatory requirements of the Health Plan contract and governmental and accrediting agencies. - Oversees the development of department standards as identified by regulatory agencies. - Develops services that achieve a high level of customer satisfaction w/ emphasis on customer service, highest standards of quality and innovation. - Manages and resolves human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety and risk management issues. - May act as site administrator. - Utilizes research data to implement clinical changes and the delivery of patient care and member services. - Directs the budget and resource allocations. - Manages the financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care and services. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial nursing experience in patient care (usually eight (8) years). - Progressive management experience required (usually five (5) years). - BSN or BA in a health care related field required. - Masters degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certificate required. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, and federal regulations.2012-05-09 19:10:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134598CAMartinez, CA28576461http://kp.jobs/xml/28576461/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Project Manager II [1] Location: San Jose, CA Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Responsible for setting strategic direction of projects and developing project plans. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the second job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At the second level, the Project Manager is responsible for leading projects of complex scope where analysis of data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within generally defined practices/policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. - Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of project. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, health care administration, operations research, public health administration or other related field or equivalent work experience. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Effective leadership, project management and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Effective interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-09 19:10:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134740CASan Jose, CA28576462http://kp.jobs/xml/28576462/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Physician Assistant II Location: Redwood City, CA Under the direction& supervision of a physician who is a specialist (e.g., orthopedics, surgery, emergency medicine), the Physician Assistant II provides high quality, cost-effective patient care by performing surgical preparation procedures, peri-operative and post- operative procedures,& assists in performing surgical& other procedures. A Physician Assistant II may work in the operating room or emergency department in addition to having responsibilities for outpatient clinic& hospital ward duties. May take call for patients under the supervision of a physician. Essential Functions: - Performs admission evaluation on new patients to include: obtaining basic medical information and history, reviewing patient's medical record, performing physical exam, transcribing history and medical findings into patient medical record, and reporting deviations from normal findings to attending physician - Provides patient & family with pre-operative & other pertinent education - Answers questions regarding surgery, recovery & risk factor modification, procedures - Provides blood transfusion information - Performs surgical peri-operative procedures - Locates & utilizes x-rays, instruments & pertinent patient information - Reviews patient chart noting allergies, pertinent medical history, & abnormal physical findings - Assists in performing surgical procedures & other procedures consistent w/ the standards of care & practice guidelines - Depending on the specialty, may work as the first assist during surgical procedures, start IV's, &/or perform suturing - Performs post-operative procedures to include transcription of standard post-operative orders into patient medical records, assists physicians w/ evaluation & management of patient's status during recovery, reviews vital signs, laboratory & x-ray studies, & assists w/ technical management of patients - Performs patient discharge in conjunction w/ social worker, pharmacist, & physical therapist & dictates discharge & transfer summaries in a timely manner Secondary Functions: The PA/ First Assistant works in collaboration primarily with surgeons & support staff to provide specific functions in the role of First Assistant for the Perioperative Services Department in accordance w/ the purpose, philosophy & objectives of the services. During the intraoperative phase, the PA/ FA practices at the direction of the surgeon. This individual will work primarily within the Perioperative Services Department & be assigned cases by the Supervising Physician or his designee. - Reports to the Director of Surgical Specialties & the P.O.R.D. - Collaborates with the Perioperative Services staff & the surgeons to support clinical functions in the Perioperative Services Department as determined by the Chief of Surgery. - Access & evaluate pre & post-operative surgical patients - Generate history& physical from complete interview & examination - Using instruments/medical devices - Providing exposure - Handling &/or cutting tissue - Providing homeostasis & suturing - Assists in setting up surgical cases - Acts as Surgical First Assistant per scope of practice of role & consistent w/ standards of care & practice guidelines - Assists in setting up & operating complex surgical equipment to support the cases - Participates in TIME OUT for all surgical cases - Assists in the transport of the surgical patient to the PACU - Supports room clean up & turn over for cases they have been assigned - Completes other Perioperative tasks as assigned as appropriate - Depth, breadth & currency of knowledge in area of practice &demonstrates competency in selected technical skills - Identifies & solves problems effectively - Utilizes effective communication methods - Documents patient care in a timely, accurate & concise manner - Awareness & sensitivity to patient/family rights - Knowledge of safety principles - Participates in staff development activities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of previous experience in the last five (5) years as a physician assistant - Graduate of an approved primary care physician assistant or surgical physician assistant program approved by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) - Licensed as a Physician Assistant by the Medical Board of California (M.B.C.)& the Physician Assistant Examining Committee (P.A.E.C.) - BLS certification required - Advanced Certification in specialty area, preferred - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date) - May be required to possess specialty skills to perform tasks required by the specific department (e.g., neurosurgery, orthopedics, etc) - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - At least 1 year of the last 3 years as a PA in an acute care setting - At least two years of PA First Assisting in an acute care setting is required with direct OR or 1st Assistant experience - Demonstrated clinical expertise in area of specialty - Prior recent experience in Neurosurgery is preferred - Experience in managing surgical disorders - Demonstrated ability to provide first assistance to primary surgeon in OR - Experience with invasive procedures, i.e. providing exposure,handling and/or cutting tissue, suturing and suture removal and wound debridment. - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team to include MDs, RNs, LVNs, Medical and Nursing Assistants, OR technicians, CRNAs& Clerical Staff Schedule: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Tues - Fri. Schedule may vary,will share on-call responsibilities for holidays, evening/nights and week-ends2012-05-09 19:10:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134504CARedwood City, CA28576460http://kp.jobs/xml/28576460/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Psychiatric Social Worker LCSW or MFT or PSWA or MFTA Location: Pleasanton, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Secondary Functions: - This position is for the Child Team. - Position may be subjected to relocate to other Diablo Service Area sites. - Provide clinical treatment for children and families. - Expected to lead cognitive behavioral and/or dialectical behavior therapy group programs for children, adolescents and teens in a variety of diagnosis-specific curricula (eg; anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, panic disorder, post -traumatic stress disorder, etc-). - Provide group-based mental health services. - Duties consist of individual and group therapy along with case management, crisis evaluations, short-term therapy, hospital consultation, and working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team. - Applicants are expected to be comfortable working with an ethnically and culturally diverse patient population. - Evening hours and evening/weekend hospital consultation (on-call) service is required per operational need. - Credentialing and Privileging approval is required for WCR Medical Centers. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of the members' treatment to include referral of the member and/or members family to external resources. - Establishes liaisons to utilize resources of public and private agencies/community organizations to meet member and program needs. - May conduct evaluations in Medicare, Social Security, and state disability cases. - Weekend hours may be required. Hours may be subject to change due to operational needs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker:Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Master's degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. - Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. OR MFT: - Master's degree in Applied Behavioral Science required. - Current license as a Marriage, Family and Child Counselor in the State of California. - Previous post license, paid experience as a member of a psychiatric treatment team in an outpatient setting/program under licensed supervision (usually two to four years) OR PSWA: - Master's degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. OR MFTA: - Master's degree in Applied Behavioral Science required from an accredited college or university. - Must pass the State Board examination within two years from date of hire. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience providing case management services for child, adolescent and teen patients with the persistent and/or chronic mental illness. - Ability to conduct initial and ongoing DSM-based mental health evaluations and diagnoses. - Ability to provide crisis intervention, family-focused treatment planning, and conflict resolution service. - Ability to develop treatment plans and coordinate care across various internal and external service modalities. - Ability to complete and maintain computerized documentation of treatment services. - Participation in Department and Service Team meetings as well as educational activities as approved by Supervisor. - Ability to maintain current licensing status and complete related continuing education and KP-defined competency training. - Ability to also work with children, adolescents and their families would be beneficial, but not required. - Bilingual/ Bi-cultural strongly encouraged to apply. Schedule: Mon 10:00am - 5:00pm, Tues & Fri 8:00am - 5:30pm, Wed 11:00am - 7:30pm, Thurs 10:00am - 6:00pm2012-05-09 19:10:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133658CAPleasanton, CA28576457http://kp.jobs/xml/28576457/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Radiologic Technologist II Location: Oakland, CA Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. Essential Functions: - Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures. - Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. - Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures. - Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. - Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required. - Moves imaging equipment into specified position. - Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy. - Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside. - Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations. - Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician. - Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. - Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed. - Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff. - Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed. - Orients new staff and trains students. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED. - California Certified Radiologic Technologist License (CRT). - California State Fluoroscopy Permit. - California Venipuncture Certificate (1). - California Mammography Certificate, when required for the position. - BLS certification required. (ACLS when required for the position.) - Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties as determined by the employer. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. - (1) Radiologic Technologists without Venipuncture Certification - Working in a Modality where Venipuncture is NOT performed: Radiologic Technologists working on or before October 2005 at Kaiser Permanente WITHOUT California Venipuncture Certification in a Modality where it is NOT performed as part of their work assignment will not be required to obtain it. For promotions, transfers or training in a Specialty that requires Venipuncture, the Technologist must obtain CA Venipuncture certification on or before the date of application. The employer will provide the Technologist with education opportunities in order to pass the California permit test at the Technologist's request. Schedule: Shifts and days of the week may vary, must be willing to travel to multiple facilities for work assignments.2012-05-09 19:10:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133381CAOakland, CA28576455http://kp.jobs/xml/28576455/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Dedicated Laboratory Sonographer I - Grade 852 (85) Location: Fresno, CA Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. A Dedicated Specialty Sonographer is defined as a Sonographer I or II, registered in one or two disciplines performed by the lab, whose permanent work assignment is in an area where the scope of practice and work is limited to ultrasound exams and procedures in one or two registry disciplines as defined by the ARDMS. Essential Functions: - Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. - Prepares and positions patient for examination. - Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. - Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. - Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film. - Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. - Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination. - Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. - Orients new hires. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED. - Must have one ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) registry in any specialty. - NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire. - BLS certification. - Must demonstrate competence and perform the specialty routinely. Schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Wed - Fri, weekend rotation as needed2012-05-09 19:10:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133414CAFresno, CA28576456http://kp.jobs/xml/28576456/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Nutrition Partner - Grade 110 Location: San Rafael, CA Under direct supervision, performs a variety of tasks to ensure proper set up & delivery of meals & supplies for patient & non-patient food service and receives food & supplies & stores in appropriate storage areas. Processes information related to nutritional care of patients. Collects, maintains, & communicates data relative to patient's dietary requirements & operational needs of the department. Essential Functions: - Collects patient meal & snack choices according to diet order (MNT) in writing or via handheld electronic device, assuring the patient's age specific, food allergy, religious, cultural & food preference needs are accommodated - Resolves problems & concerns utilizing the patient care team, registered dietitian, nutrition clerk or management - Prints documents using CBORD software on PC Prepares tray tickets for tray-line & collects food & supplies for service - Assembles patient meals (tray line) & snacks accurately according to diet order, tray ticket, snack label or other protocol and measures food portions into individual servings - Delivers meals & snacks, stores properly &/or heats & serves trays to proper patient and deliver & store non-patient meals, catering or other assigned food & supplies - Receives & stores product deliveries such as groceries, tube feedings, supplements, office supplies, equipment, paper goods, etc - Organizes new products in proper location behind older products (First In, First Out), discards dented products, extra cardboard or garbage, and labels any goods or products as assigned Inspects delivery & reviews invoice for accuracy & proper condition of goods & signs invoice if authorized to do so - Stocks assigned areas w/ products such as condiments, paper goods, food, beverages, &chemicals according to defined par levels or procedures. Stocking may include floor nourishments, tray line supplies, printer paper supplies, chemical dispensers, etc. and organizes & cleans & sanitizes assigned pantry, kitchen surfaces & equipment according to defined procedures as frequently as assigned - Records all assigned data such as food storage temperatures, dishwasher temperatures, pH levels, meal counts, late trays, etc. & logs data in proper area Assures temperatures or other data are w/in assigned range & follows up w/ action & documentation when out of range - Documents equipment malfunctions according to facility procedure - Monitors pertinent patient information such as admission, discharge, transfer, diet order changes - Initiates all follow up based on the data such as adding a tray ticket, changing a room on a meal, adding a fluid restriction etc - Reviews diet related status of patients' nutritional care via CBORD software system & updates menus, tray tickets, nourishments, tube feeding, preferences, according to facility protocol to assure nutritional adequacy, age specific, cultural, religious needs are met, & avoids potential food-drug interactions - Organizes test meals for compliance w/ current prescribed diet order as assigned - Files required documents such as delivery logs, orders, patient census, diet order census, etc - Performs other duties as assigned - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six months experience in nutritional services department/diet office in an acute care or skilled nursing facility desirable or one year other food service experience - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) - Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred - Data entry skills utilizing Word or Excel database systems - Data entry skills utilizing Palm Pilot desirable - Ability to draft short correspondence desirable - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other individuals within the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement Schedule: On-Call Hours of work may vary between 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM,and 3:30PM - 7:30 PM Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends; will follow the contract for notification of schedule change.2012-05-09 19:10:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133239CASan Rafael, CA28576453http://kp.jobs/xml/28576453/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Nursing Work Study Intern Location: Sacramento, CA The Nursing Work-Study intern is a registered nursing student who practices at the level they have achieved in their nursing curriculum, under the supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse. Essential Functions: - Working under the direct supervision of an RN preceptor employed by the facility, the student plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care for a selected group of clients. Emphasis is placed on refining previously learned nursing skills and strengthening organizational skills, priority setting and sound clinical decision-making. - Nursing Work-Study Interns must maintain an active enrollment in the work study course described above and are expected to complete all course assignments and requirements. Any student who ceases to be currently and actively enrolled in the nursing work study course will be ineligible to participate. - HOURS: Students must commit to working predetermined number of hours per week (variable by semester) for the duration of the course. Weekends and evenings may be required. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Senior level standing in a Bachelor of Science, Nursing degree program. - Senior student in good standing currently enrolled in a CA BRN approved Nursing Work-Study course in an affiliating BSN program. - Successful completion of usual BSN clinical rotations preceding the senior level. - Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0. - BLS required. Schedule: Part-time, Temporary, 24 hr/wk, Expected Length of Employment (June 2012 - August 2012)2012-05-09 19:10:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132969CASacramento, CA28576438http://kp.jobs/xml/28576438/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Nursing Work Study Intern Location: Sacramento, CA The Nursing Work-Study intern is a registered nursing student who practices at the level they have achieved in their nursing curriculum, under the supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse. Essential Functions: - Working under the direct supervision of an RN preceptor employed by the facility, the student plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care for a selected group of clients. Emphasis is placed on refining previously learned nursing skills and strengthening organizational skills, priority setting and sound clinical decision-making. - Nursing Work-Study Interns must maintain an active enrollment in the work study course described above and are expected to complete all course assignments and requirements. Any student who ceases to be currently and actively enrolled in the nursing work study course will be ineligible to participate. - HOURS: Students must commit to working predetermined number of hours per week (variable by semester) for the duration of the course. Weekends and evenings may be required. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Senior level standing in a Bachelor of Science, Nursing degree program. - Senior student in good standing currently enrolled in a CA BRN approved Nursing Work-Study course in an affiliating BSN program. - Successful completion of usual BSN clinical rotations preceding the senior level. - Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0. - BLS required. Schedule: Part-time, Temporary, 24 hr/wk, Expected Length of Employment (June 2012 - August 2012)2012-05-09 19:10:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132971CASacramento, CA28576439http://kp.jobs/xml/28576439/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Cashier Receptionist - Grade 3 (W12-41) - Temporary Location: Walnut Creek, CA The cashier/receptionist is a member of the health care dept team who functions under the direction guidance & supervision of the dept mgr, assistant mgr, or designee. The position greets & checks in all patients reporting to the medical office in a professional & courteous manner. This position is responsible for accurate check-in, check-out where applicable, info capture & revenue collection per procedures. Responsible for having a general knowledge of the medical center in order to assist patients w/ questions & concerns. Requires extensive use of the computer. Essential Functions: - Follow approp patient registration/check-in policies & procedures - Verify and/or update all demographic info - Working knowledge of Health Plan coverage types, for example (but not limited to) traditional, deductible, etc - Check in patients by following check-in policies & procedures & using the check-in systems or manual visit records when the systems are down - Determine patient's membership/benefits according to the benefit display - Create accounts as necessary - Capture & populate workers' compensation data on the correct screens & select the correct coverage as necessary - Manage electronic in-basket - Use notes function where applicable to document prepayments - Obtain a patient medical record number when necessary - Order Health Plan cards as needed - Collect co-pays & fees, inform patients of available payment options - Generate approp encounter forms per procedure electronically or manually if the system is down - Direct patients to approp area after the check-in process is completed - Check out patients by following checkout policies & procedures & using the checkout systems or manual visit records when the systems are down, if applicable - Follow approp procedures when registering exception-type patients such as non-members, out-of-area health plan members, Medicare, Media-Cal, & industrial patients - Initiate & complete required forms for all appts per policy - Access necessary info from the fee schedule to determine approp fees based on CPT-4 and/or service codes in order to collect approp revenue - Referring to other dept & administrative services for further info, e.g., Member Services, Medical Secretaries, & Business Office - Initiating & completing approp forms as needed, for e.g., Release Of Info, Patient Financial Responsibility - Tracking referrals to specialty care by utilizing the consultation/referral system as needed in those areas where this responsibility currently exists for the individual in this classification where this responsibility is not part of an existing position, it cannot be added w/out written agreement as part of the LMP - Demonstrate knowledge of & application to Patient Admin Appt Registration - Maintain the patient will-call area box if applicable - Communicate w/ clinical & business office staff as needed - Handle cash according to the Cash Handling Responsibility Agreement (CHRA) - Comply w/ all applicable cash handling policies & procedures (see reference list) - The registration designee is responsible for the safekeeping of change funds, all revenue collected during the shift, all assigned revenue documents, & all keys assigned for cash control - Obtain, secure, & ensure sufficient denominations to provide change - Reconcile shift & deposit funds according to the CHRA - Use correct procedures to document & report discrepancies - Working towards positive operational outcomes - Perform other duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of work experience - High School Diploma/GED - Basic knowledge and use of computer and computer keyboard - Passing of a PC skills assessment - Ability to read and follow instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Communicate with health care providers, staff, patients and visitors - Professional phone etiquette - Ability to multi-task, organize, manage time and prioritize workflow in a complex environment - Knowledge of computer and computer keyboard - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also refer to the detailed responsibilities outlined in the appropriate (United Healthcare Workers - West) Cash Handling Responsibility Agreement Skills testing: PC skills Schedule: Wed 1:00pm - 5:00pm, Thurs & Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends. Expected length of employment: Up to 90 days.2012-05-09 19:10:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132059CAWalnut Creek, CA28576430http://kp.jobs/xml/28576430/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Undgrad Level Student Temp (SYEP Assistant) Location: South San Francisco, CA Under supervision assists in the provision of information, maintenance of databases, report production and routine data analysis. Work is reviewed for completeness, accuracy and soundness. Essential Functions: - Examples of project support include: Collects, prepares and tracks reports and summaries such as: budget to actual expenditures, production statistics, and utilization of services and statistical records of performance. - Performs a variety of data collection and analysis assignments. - Prepares ad hoc data requests as directed. - Prepares and/or formats graphs, spreadsheets and reports by utilizing office software. - May be asked to maintain databases on a regular basis by entering data and preparing data extracts. - May extract information from different sources to compile data. - Executes existing queries for established reports. - Schedules conference calls and meeting. - Contributes to the development of presentations materials. - Provides administrative and project support as assigned such as copying, filing, entering and extracting data. - Engages in and supports project work. Secondary Functions: - Prepares/complies detailed analysis of activities related to Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). - Provides clerical support to On-Site Coordinator. - Responds to inquires from employees/managers regarding SYEP. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Prior office experience desirable. - Current enrollment in an accredited college or university program, or recent graduate. - Excellent written and oral communication skills. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite - excel, word, access and powerpoint. - Proficient with a variety of software applications. - Knowledge of Access and database experience desirable. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Basic administrative/secretarial or comparable experience - Customer service experience - Intermediate arithmetic, reading and writing skills ***Expected length of employment: at least8 weeks***2012-05-09 19:10:06United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131421CASouth San Francisco, CA28576429http://kp.jobs/xml/28576429/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Emergency (ED) Clerk, Grade 4 Location: San Francisco, CA Essential Functions: - The ED Registration Clerk is a member of the Health Care team who functions under the direction, guidance and supervision of the Department Manager, Assistant Manager or designee. - The ED Registration Clerk greets and checks in all patients reporting to the ED in a professional and courteous manner. - This position is responsible for accurate check-in; check out, information capture and revenue collection per procedures. - Responsible for having a general knowledge of the medical center in order to assist patients with questions and concerns. - Requires extensive use of the computer. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma - Six (6) months experience in a hospital/clerical setting or medical office. - Typing of 40 wpm. - Medical Terminology Test required. - Ability to work accurately with a high volume of work in a fast paced setting. - Demonstrate and maintain professional conduct to include dealing courteously, tactfully, and patiently with patients, co-workers, and consumers. - Knowledge of CICS/REGP. - Reception and cash handling experience. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Skills testing: Medical terminology (able to pass standardized test), and typing speed 40wpm Schedule: Part-Time Regular, 32 hours per week, Evening shifts: 7:00pm to 3:30am. Week 1: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday2012-05-09 19:10:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130739CASan Francisco, CA28576428http://kp.jobs/xml/28576428/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Medical Assistant - Grade 180 (W12-15) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or Designee Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department - Records information in patients' medical record - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination - Assists clinician with care of the patient - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department - Performs other related duties as necessary - Customer Service: - Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment: - Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance - Takes accountability for own actions - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities - Adheres to Attendance Policy - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six months experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship - High School Diploma or GED - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California - BLS certification - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience - Ability to use personal computer - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-05-09 19:09:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia122795CAWalnut Creek, CA28576420http://kp.jobs/xml/28576420/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Chief of Staff to VP, Office of the CIO Location: Oakland, CA The Chief of Staff to the Vice President of the Strategic Initiatives & Operations organization will provide a wide variety of professional support to the Vice President, including coordinating activities with direct reports to the VP, representing the VP at meetings when required and appropriate, advising the VP and her leadership team - providing extensive professional assistance, project management and recommendation. This individual will also support issue resolution, supervision of staff as assigned by the VP, developing key relationships with business and IT partners and possess exceptional analytical and communication skills. The individual will be a senior member of the SI&O leadership team and expected to participate in developing strategies and making key decisions regarding organizational development. The Chief of Staff will be responsible for coordinating planning across the organization to ensure consistent adherence to standard processes, tools and reporting standards. This individual will partner with IT Finance in managing the SI&O budget and forecast, partner with IT Human Resources in developing the People Strategy, and other leaders with Employee Development, Performance Management, and Compensation Planning. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES Program manage special projects for the VP, SI&O - including development of strategies, business cases, event planning, and facilitation of executive discussions. Program management includes oversight of resources, planning / scheduling of activities, and delivery of major milestones. Ensure that work is performed at the highest quality and within the project timeline. Partner with Human Resources and the VIP, SI&O to address people issues and to develop strategic programs that support 'Best Place to Work' for our employees. This includes working with the IT HR Consultant to implement employee and leadership development programs, support the location strategy and be the liaison between the VP, SI&O and her leadership team. Have a working knowledge of each SI&O team function and establish relationship with the SI&O leadership team. This includes understanding potential risks, issues and resource plan for each organization that will be incorporated into the SI&O financial forecast. Ensure that each team will meet or exceed organizational functional goals. Partner with IT Finance in understanding the organizational budget and forecast, and ensuring that SI&O meets or exceeds financial goals. Thought partnership for the VP, SI&O in brainstorming solutions, resolving organizational issues and addressing personnel problems. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's degree in a related field and/or 6 years of equivalent work experience. - Minimum of 8 or more years of progressively responsible management experience in planning, budget/financial management, and staffing. - A minimum of 8 years of related IT experience including IT Project Management. - Demonstrated success in working in highly-matrixed, program/product development areas. - Good track record of significant accomplishment in a senior leadership role, preferably with heath care experience. - Seasoned IT leader experienced in leading successful development and implementation of large complex programs / projects with cross functional representation. - Demonstrated experience in successfully managing complex organizational initiatives involving multiple functions and multiple business units. This includes the identification and articulation of problems, influencing decision-making process, as well as delivery of expected results.2012-05-09 19:09:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133535CAOakland, CA28576391http://kp.jobs/xml/28576391/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Systems Programming Lead, Identity and Access Management Location: Pleasanton, CA KP Information Security Identity and Access Management is seeking an Engineering Lead with proven experience using identity, access and role management technologies to integrate user authentication and account provisioning among enterprise applications, directories and security systems. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to perform self-directed work within a team environment. Job Role: The Systems Programming Lead role includes the design, development, installation, integration, testing and performance monitoring of IAM systems software products and applications. Also includes systems development and ongoing engineering and higher level support. You'll work with developers, QA teams, Operations and project managers. You will develop strategies and communications for internal and external stakeholders, and lead efforts as necessary. Essential Functions: - Robust knowledge of Identity and Access management processes, technologies, and how they integrate - Perform detailed analysis of systems and develop recommendations for improvement - Partner with key business stakeholders to improve the overall quality of identity data - Manage release branches - Build and sanity test release binaries Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor degree or higher with an emphasis in Computer Science or related discipline (or additional 4 years of relevant work experience) - 8 or more years of experience in Engineering, Identity Management, and/or Information Security, including 3-5 years in a Lead or Architect role - Proven track record of stabilizing large, complex implementations and implementing engineering best practices - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including a strong ability to conceptualized and document complex systems for non-technical audiences - Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills - Passionate about improving business processes through developing tools and automation - Knowledge of Identity Management applications (Oracle Identity Manager, Tivoli Identity Manager, Sun Identity Manager, or similar) Preferred Qualifications: - Experience designing and integrating business processes and workflows with IT services (BPEL, Oracle SOA Suite) in the context of Oracle Identity Manager (OIM) and Oracle Identity Analytics (OIA) product suite. - Solid experience customizing and maintaining identity management and provisioning platforms (OIM / TIM / Sun Identity) - Experience implementing and configuring Oracle Enterprise Manager, Oracle Business Intelligence Publisher and WebLogic - Knowledge of LDAP technologies (Tivoli Enterprise Directory, Active Directory) - Knowledge of Authorization technologies (BitKOO, Oracle Entitlements Server, or similar) - Successful track record architecting, designing and developing J2EE/JEE web applications - Knowledge of Access Management applications (Oracle Access Manager, CA Siteminder) - Strong understanding of information security fundamentals in the identity and access management space - Clear understanding of application development best practices, with a focus on Java technologies - Working knowledge of access management platforms (TAM, OAM, SiteMinder or similar) - Intimate understanding of RDBMS and LDAP technologies - Proven experience analyzing, authoring and reviewing identity management designs - Experience working with ETL technologies (Tivoli Directory Integrator, Clover ETL, or similar) - History working with Eclipse/RAD, SVN/CVS and Apache Ant2012-05-09 19:09:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133235CAPleasanton, CA28576389http://kp.jobs/xml/28576389/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Manager Nursing Informatics and Clinical Transformation Program (CTP) Location: Pleasanton, CA Job Summary: . The Manager of Nursing Informatics provides boundary spanning leadership between Patient Care Services (PCS) and KPIT to promote evidence-based, highly reliable, efficient and safe patient care. This individual will lead cross functional and inter-professional teams in the Clinical Transformation Program to foster innovation and continuously improve the way care is delivered across the care continuum. This nursing leader will collaborate with a variety to stakeholders to transform care with the intelligent use of data, analytics and performance improvement tools. The Manager of Nursing Informatics focuses on transforming information into knowledge and leading change integrating technology with patient care. This role will focus on care delivery transitions to promote seamless patient-centered care. This role will be a key leader in developing the infrastructure for effective and efficient health information technology that support s the nursing vision of extraordinary nursing care- every patient, every time. The Manager of Nursing Informatics will be accountable to the Director of Clinical Informatics with a matrix relationship to the Vice President of National Patient Care Services. The primary responsibility is to develop, implement and evaluate strategic and tactical programs that leverage technology to optimize clinical operations and improve efficiency. Essential Functions: - Provide leadership to the Clinical Transformation Program that assesses and continually improves the way patient care is delivered at all levels of the organization blending people, processes and technology. - Champion the redesign of clinical workflow and processes essential for the adoption of new technology. - Design systems that are interoperable, patient-centric, user friendly and focused on quality outcomes. - Partner with nurse executives, innovation and advanced technology and KPIT to lead technology changes that advance quality care across the continuum. - Lead the Ambulatory Nursing Governance Group (ANGG) and leverage KP HealthConnect and enabling technology to improve population care. - Collaborate with regional and national PCS to transform nursing education to include informatics competencies. - Translate the impact of health care reform, policy and quality initiatives into practice and care delivery. - Develop business cases that demonstrate the value proposition of new technologies to improve care delivery or clinician workflow. - Work collaboratively across the organization to examine data standards and interoperability requirements affecting standardization, efficiency, cost, quality or service. - Foster collaborative relationships- externally and internally- to optimize quality results and positive team work - Utilize data mining and advanced analytics to ensure that data, information and knowledge form the basis of 21st nursing practice. - Recognize the impact of change and strategically plan communication and education with national and regional PCS. - Collaborate with clinical, quality and performance improvement leaders to conduct clinical informatics research. Key management activities include strategic planning, creative problem solving, project management, team building and customer service. The success of this role depends on the ability to establish credibility among national, regional and local stakeholders. The Manager of Nursing Informatics will work collaboratively with KP IT, National and Regional PCS, Quality, AR&L, Risk, Reporting & Analytics, , KPHC governance groups, Physician Peer Groups and others to establish operational best practices and standards of care. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: 1. BA/BS degree in a related field and/or 4 years of equivalent work experience. 2. A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible management experience in following areas: planning, budget/financial management, staffing. 3. A minimum of 5 years experience in nursing informatics, with emphasis on managing a wide range of large hospital-related projects 4. Experience in strategic planning and execution. Ability to analyze and assess organizational needs. Knowledge of design, development and implementation of project plans and programs. Ability to negotiate and manage agreements and resolutions. Experience in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, and developing and implementing new strategies and processes 5. Exemplary written & verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 6. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects. Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings. 7. Understanding of both the business and the clinical aspects of health care delivery including the importance of the evolution of information systems as a component of clinical operations management. 8. Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule. 25-30% travel may be required. Preferred Qualifications: 1. A BSN and Master Degree in Nursing with additional formal training or advanced degree in nursing informatics2012-05-09 19:08:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126541CAPleasanton, CA28576376http://kp.jobs/xml/28576376/jobUSARiversideTitle: Assistant Director - Food and Nutrition Services Location: Riverside, CA Plans, organizes, coordinates, & directs provision of high-quality, cost-effective inpatient clinical nutritional services, & inpatient feeding operations that meet or exceed JCAHO, regulatory, & budget requirements. Collaborates w/ Outpatient Clinical Services managers to plan & coordinate provision of clinical nutritional services in the outpatient arena. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, controls, & coordinates the provision of nutritional services including professional services, nutrition care services, in & out-patient feeding & computer nutrition programs - Develops, implements, & maintains policies & procedures for area of responsibility - Acts as a key liaison w/ professional staff (physicians, nurse managers, pharmacists, & other Kaiser staff) to ensure open communications regarding patient food services & nutritional care services - Manages & resolves human resource, labor relations, departmental safety, & risk management issues for area of responsibility - Actively participates in the Service Area & departmental quality assurance programs & ensures quality care of members, patients, & staff by the continuous monitoring & improvement of related activities - Collaborates w/ the other Service Area Assistant Directors to plan, integrate, & coordinate provision of products & services for all customer groups - Collaborates w/ the management team in developing short & long range goals & objectives for the Food & Nutrition Services Department that complement the Service Area & Medical Center Strategic Plan - Manages activities of assigned staff to include staffing, recruiting, hiring, orienting, training, performance evaluation, counseling, & disciplining - Assists in planning & development of departmental operating & capital budgets, monitors payroll & non-payroll expenditures for Nutrition Services - Ensures on-going compliance of all services w/ JCAHO, Title 22, & Federal, State & local regulatory agencies Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have a minimum three (3) years of experience in a related field - Minimum one (1) year of experience in a clinical setting - One (1) year in a management and/or a supervisory role - Bachelor's degree in Food and/or Nutrition Science - Master's degree strongly preferred - A Registered Dietitian per Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) - Demonstrated strong working knowledge of clinical competencies based on nutritional care standards of the American Dietetics Association, American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, and relevant practice groups - Demonstrated ability to utilize computerized food service management systems in the provision of patient care required Preferred Qualifications: - ServSafe Certificate or Riverside Co. Food Handlers Card - Computer skills to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint2012-05-08 18:43:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134498CARiverside, CA28541344http://kp.jobs/xml/28541344/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Assistant Director Diagnostic Imaging Services Location: Los Angeles, CA In a larger department, manages the daily operations of assigned areas/modalities or assists the Director in managing the daily operations of a smaller department. Either role/function is in a full service inpatient and outpatient diagnostic imaging department at one acute care medical center (7 days, 24 hours) which usually includes radiology, MRI, CT, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, IR, mammography, and imaging files. Manages all administrative, clinical, technical, and clerical operations of the assigned areas to ensure quality, access, patient care, and budget goals are achieved. Provides Diagnostic Imaging Services which are integrated with departmental, service line, and organizational/strategic goals and objectives. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Assists the Diagnostic Imaging Services Director in meeting the clinical needs of physicians, staff and members, as well as developing a strategy to integrate diagnostic imaging services. - Manages the daily operations of assigned areas, or assists the Director in managing daily operations of a small department by maintaining appropriate schedules (both staffing and patient), and monitoring performance improvement, safety, quality, and regulatory standards. - Participates in the planning of major facilities construction/renovation projects to ensure the safe and effective placement of imaging equipment and efficiency of operations. - Ensures equipment and procedures are safe, functional, and capable of meeting the diagnostic needs of the medical staff in a timely manner. - Develops and monitors payroll and non-payroll budgets for the assigned areas. - Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and implements appropriate actions, policies, and procedures. - Manages union supervisors and staff and resolves human resources, labor relations, employee, and safety issues. - Selects and trains technical and administrative imaging staff. - Monitors staff performance and participates with the Chief and Director in the development of competencies, performance standards, and imaging protocols/standards. - Develops and implements a plan for equipment procurement, maintenance, and replacement. - Keeps abreast of new developments in diagnostic imaging technology and makes recommendations on the acquisition and implementation of new technology. - Accountable for adherence to state and federal rules and regulations on safety and quality assurance. - Ensures compliance with JCAHO, MQSA, federal, state, and local agencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous recent (within three (3) years of hire date) supervisory experience in a full service imaging department in an acute care medical center required. - Prior clinical experience(three (3) - five (5)years)as a staff technologist in a diagnostic imaging modality. - Previous experience managing in a union environment strongly preferred. - Working knowledge and experience in a high volume imaging department preferred. - Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or other imaging discipline, Health Care, Business or Health Services Administration OR equivalent experience required. - Certification as Radiologic Technologist (CRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required. - Demonstrated strong communication skills, labor relations and human relations skills essential. - Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory standards required. - Computer and standard software package skills required. Preferred Qualifications: - Computer knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Telerad, Worklist and tracking systems: RIS / PACs required, voice rec., and MHR. - Strong communication skills, Labor relations, HR skills essential.2012-05-08 18:43:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134533CALos Angeles, CA28541346http://kp.jobs/xml/28541346/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Nursing Department Assistant Manager, RN Dialysis Location: Los Angeles, CA For one large unit or more than one smaller unit within a 24 hour department, supervises the implementation, delivery and evaluation/improvement of quality patient care/nursing operations and services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcomes measures, as well as with departmental, business and organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises the delivery of nursing services and patient care within one unit(s) which are integrated with business and department plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that unit(s) services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 or more employees or more than one smaller unit. - Ensures patient care and quality standards are met and comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures, utilization and clinical/performance standards and measures. - Supervises and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within the unit. - Supervises day-to-day activities of the unit(s); monitors quality service and utilization standards; supervises shift(s) activities and delivery of patient care. - Supervises unit(s) day- to- day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development and the delivery of patient care. - Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation and utilization of unit(s) personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works with health care providers outside of the unit(s) to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models developed in unit(s) or by other units. - Investigates and resolves patient/family/member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit(s) operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually 3-4 years) including 2 years of leadership experience. - BSN or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required or completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree within 2 years of hire. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current CPR certification required. - ACLS certification preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement and clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state and local regulatory requirements interpersonal and communication skills.2012-05-08 18:43:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134637CALos Angeles, CA28541349http://kp.jobs/xml/28541349/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Case Mgr Cont Care Coord RN Location: Bakersfield, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers/facilities regarding patient care/ population based management for patients in specifically defined geriatric or other specifically defined patient populations in order to plan and implement a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to manage health conditions, utilization of resources and protocols, patient self-care, implementation and evaluation of treatment plan across the care continuum (primary, secondary, tertiary and continued care). In conjunction with physicians, develops treatment plan, monitors care, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols and care paths and develops guidelines for care that may require coordination across systems of multiple providers/services. Complies with other duties as described. Must be able to work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses, and evaluates care provided to members. - In conjunction with primary care and specialist physicians, evaluates and develops baseline medical and psychosocial evaluations and individualized patient care/treatment plans. - Recommends alternative levels of care and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. - Develops individualized patient/family education plan focused on self-management. - Delivers patient/family education specific to a disease state. - Encourages member to follow prescribed course of care (e.g., drug therapy, physical therapy). - Coordinates care/services with utilization and/or quality reviewers and monitors level and quality of care. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization management, transfer coordination, discharge planning, and obtaining all authorizations/approvals/transfers as needed for outside services for patients/families. - Makes referrals to appropriate community services and outside providers. - Coordinates transmission of clinical and benefit treatment to patients, families and outside agencies. - Consults with internal and external physicians, health care providers, discharge planning, and outside agencies regarding continued care/treatment, hospitalization or referral to support services or placement. - Arranges and monitors follow-up appointments. Coordinates repatriation of patients and monitors their quality of care. - Develops and collects data; trends utilization of health care resources. - Produces population based reports on outcomes specific to defined patient populations; participates with healthcare team/providers in actualizing outcomes by planning, evaluating and implementing decisions and strategies to achieve predetermined cost, clinical, quality, utilization and service outcomes. - Develops and maintains case management policies and procedures. - Identifies and recommends opportunities for cost savings and improving the quality of care across the continuum. - Interprets regulations, health plan benefits, policies, and procedures for members, physicians, medical office staff, contract providers, and outside agencies. - Acts as liaison for outside agencies, non-plan facilities, and outside providers. - Participates in committees, teams or other work projects/duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting, plus two (2) years of clinical experience as an RN in a licensed home health or hospice agency required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred OR current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (TJC, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills required. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous clinical experience (minimum 2-3 years) in an acute care medical center required. - Previous experience in UM, Discharge Planning and/or Case Management preferred. - Working knowledge of federal, state and local legislative regulations and accreditation requirement. - General knowledge of hospital admissions, discharges and transfer processes Notes: - May require travel for classes. - Weekend & holiday coverage2012-05-08 18:43:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134549CABakersfield, CA28541347http://kp.jobs/xml/28541347/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Case Mgr RN - Pediatrics Clinic Location: Woodland Hills, CA Works collaboratively with an assigned panel of physicians to manage the patient's specialized needs. The managing team does differ according to the chronic disease. Duties include assessment to identify member needs and development of specific care management plan to address needs. In conjunction with the physician, implements care/treatment plan by coordinating access to health services across multiple providers/disciplines, monitors care, makes determination to arrange transportation and transfer patient if indicated, identifies cost-effective measures, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care and utilization of resources, promotes self-care management, and ensures paper work is completed. Is an indirect caregiver. Complies with other duties as described. Must be able to work collaboratively with the Multidisciplinary team. Essential Functions: - Evaluates and identifies members' needs. - Interfaces with primary care physicians, specialists, and various disciplines on the development of case management plans/programs. - Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of the case management plans and modifies as necessary. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization management, transfer coordination, discharge planning, and obtaining all authorizations/approvals/transfers as needed for outside services for patients/families. - Acts as a clinical liaison, per their specialty, with outside agencies such as County CCS, non-plan facilities, outside providers, employers and/or workers' compensation carriers, and third party administrators. - Prepares reports, communicates program changes to appropriate staff, and develops protocols in accordance with state regulations. - Acts as a patient advocate and educator to assure that the patient has the knowledge to care for his/her condition and patient is educated and empowered to be responsible for participating in the plan of care. - Develops individualized patient/family education plan focused on self-management; delivers patient/family education specific to a disease state. - Develops and updates training and educational materials and presents to appropriate staff, members and families. - Facilitates patients' return to normal daily activities by teaching and making appropriate referrals for outside services/continued care. - Consults with internal and external physicians, health care providers, discharge planners, and outside agencies regarding continued care/treatment or hospitalization or referral to support services or placement. - May need to facilitate transportation and housing arrangements for patient. - Coordinates transmission of clinical and benefit treatment to patients, families and outside agencies. - Participates in data collection and analysis of clinical outcomes of care and customer satisfaction standards. - Participates in the formulation and implementation/monitoring of action strategies and outcomes of care or customer service. - Ensures that accurate records are maintained of the care associated with each patient. - Interprets regulations, health plan benefits, policies, and procedures for members, physicians, medical office staff, contract providers, and outside agencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience as an RN in an acute care or ambulatory care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred OR current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - For positions in Occupational Medicine Departments: Must be a Certified Occupational Health Nurse OR complete the certification within 24 months of employment and be enrolled in the certification program within 90 days of employment. - For positions in Physical Medicine Case Managers are required to have a BLS Certification. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, care coordination, transfer coordination, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills required.2012-05-08 18:43:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134586CAWoodland Hills, CA28541348http://kp.jobs/xml/28541348/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Hm Hlth Physical Therapist Location: San Diego, CA In accordance with agency policy and state/federal regulations, provide independent, age-appropriate physical therapy to patients in their place of residence. Teach patient/family and care-givers preventative and rehabilitative procedures. Develop and coordinate the plan of care and provide case management. Essential Functions: - Evaluate patients and interpret evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establish treatment goals and plan treatment to achieve established goals. - Initiate discharge planning for physical therapy. - Implement the plan of care through direct treatment of the patient, delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordinate the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provide advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly reassess clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patients towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharge patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - In accordance with agency policy, provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Participate in appropriate and approved educational and clinical research activities in physical therapy. - Participate in specialized patient care clinics outside the department. Assist in the development, implementation, and review of departmental patient care programs. - Perform other duties as needed in the areas of staff education, departmental operations, and departmental projects. - Supervise the work of Home Health Aides (HHA) according to regulation and agency policy. - Demonstrate on-going progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have at least two (2) years of experience in physical therapy. - Experience in an automated clinical information system, preferred. - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelors', masters' or doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Current license to practice as a physical therapist in California. - American Heart Association (AHA) approved BLS - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Current CA driver's license & a clear driving record for the past two (2) years. - Proof of automobile insurance as required by law. - Clinically skilled to detect early warning signs of complications including medical assessments of skin integrity and mentation. - Ability to differentiate emergent versus non-emergent patient care status. - Ability to look at patient holistically, not just body part or functional ability. - Competency to remove staples/ sutures in the home. - Commitment to service orientation. - Effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management partnership environment. - Computer literate preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of Joint commission standards, federal conditions of participation and state regulations of hospice, palliative care and home health - Oncology or home health experience Notes: - Car travel for patients visits 40-120- miles/day mileage is reimbursed - Rotating weekends are required2012-05-08 18:43:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134646CASan Diego, CA28541350http://kp.jobs/xml/28541350/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Supv Clms Admin Supv Location: Bakersfield, CA Provides guidance and support, serves as mentor and coach to team members in order to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness. Develops goals, objectives, and career paths for team members. Assists in maintaining customer satisfaction by ensuring timely responses to inquiries and quick resolution of claims issues and concerns. Essential Functions: - Supervises assigned team members. - Assists in hiring, training, and evaluating team members in assigned section. - Provides coaching and mentoring to team members to enhance performance and development and promote team building. - Identifies additional training needs and monitors performance against established indicators. - Coordinates and communicates regularly with other supervisors to share information, best practices, systems issues, questions, training needs, and team performance status relative to process and quality standards. - Provides recommendations and assists management with budget development process. - Responsible for monitoring cost containment and quality standards. - Participates in management team committees and task forces related to operations as assigned. - Ensures compliance with government regulations including but not limited to those of HCFA, DOC, DHS and requirements of accrediting agencies such as NCQA. - As necessary, assumes responsibilities of department during absence of manager. - Claims: Assists in reviewing internal controls to ensure proper adjudication and payment of claims. - Develops schedules to ensure proper staffing and production levels are maintained. - Collaborates with Utilization Review, medical centers and other administrative staff in resolving benefit interpretation and validity of bill changes. - May assist in claims analysis during high volume periods. - Customer Service: Assists in developing call volume schedules to ensure proper staffing and production are maintained. - May serve as liaison to the Customer Service Call Center in Corona. - May respond to customer service calls during high volume call periods. - Assists in monitoring customer service calls for quality assurance and staff performance and development purposes. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum seven (7) years progressively responsible medical claims experience or comparable experience required. - Three (3) years supervisory experience or demonstrated leadership ability required. - Previous experience working as a member in a team environment preferred. - Medical contracting and regulatory agency interface experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required. - Master's degree in health administration preferred. - Knowledge of various contracts required. - Understanding of medical or clinical procedures required. - Comprehensive knowledge of CPT, ICD-9, medical terminology, COB/TPL/WC required. - Good oral, written, and interpersonal skills required. - Knowledge of personal computer operations preferred.2012-05-08 18:43:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134647CABakersfield, CA28541351http://kp.jobs/xml/28541351/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Physical Therapist Location: San Diego, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the rehabilitation services Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluate patients and interpret evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establish treatment goals and plan treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. - Implement the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel; and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provide advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assess clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharge patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provide accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrate progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelors' or masters' or doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy OR foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice physical therapy by the state of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Inpatient physical therapy experience preferred - general medical, neuro-orthopedic, ICU, etc. Notes: - Provide IP Physical Therapy evaluations and treatment at the San Diego Medical Center. - May require clinical support in various Physical therapy locations across the service area ( Kearny Mesa, El Cajon, Otay Mesa, San Marcos)or other future locations. - Responsibilities include oversight of support staff,both clinical and non-clinical; daily documentation; care planning and treatment progression for neuro-orthopedic and general medical patient population. - Position will include weekend day shifts.2012-05-08 18:43:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134660CASan Diego, CA28541353http://kp.jobs/xml/28541353/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Mgr Amb Care Dept RN Location: Bakersfield, CA Manages a single department or multiple small departments providing ambulatory patient care services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Develops & maintains clinical & nursing practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Manages the planning, development, implementation, delivery, & evaluation/improvement of quality out-patient/nursing services that add value & are integrated w/ nursing standards of practice, service priorities, & performance/outcome measures, as well as w/ strategic, business, & organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Manages the delivery of nursing services & out-patient care which are integrated w/ business plans & meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical, & utilization standards & performance measures - Ensures that services meet members' physicians' & internal clients' needs in a changing & competitive health care market - Manages, coordinates service delivery and/or programs assigned to assistant manager(s) - With SCPMG staff develops strategic/business plans to achieve integrated services across the continuum of care - Manages & ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services, & operations by designing & implementing systems, processes, & methods to evaluate & improve patient care across the continuum of care - Ensures Assistants & staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, federal, state, & local requirements - Collaborates w/ physicians & other health care providers in establishing, implementing, maintaining, & evaluating/improving patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as a patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Develops & manages budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Provides on going staff development - Develops, implements & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organization's goals/business objectives & ensures they are met - Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader & Department Chief in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department - Manages & resolves human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience in ambulatory care nursing or other relevant clinical experience required (usually five (5) - six (6) years) including previous supervisory experience (usually three (3) years) - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent experience in nursing or related field such as health care management required - Master's degree preferred - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing - Current California RN license required - CPR certification required - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state and federal regulations - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred - Demonstrated interpersonal skills; knowledge of ambulatory care practices/ operations/ issues Notes: - Hours will vary to meet department needs and may include day or evening shifts, weekends and holidays travel required for training and to attend regional meetings2012-05-08 18:43:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134648CABakersfield, CA28541352http://kp.jobs/xml/28541352/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic (Bilingual) - Lost Hills Location: Bakersfield, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II. - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS. - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care. Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - Physical Work Location is in Lost Hills, CA.2012-05-08 18:43:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133262CABakersfield, CA28541337http://kp.jobs/xml/28541337/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: LVN II (Bilingual) - Delano Location: Bakersfield, CA Licensed Vocational Nurses are licensed health professionals who perform patient care, technical and supportive services under general supervision in a medical office or clinical setting. The LVN supports the philosophy and complies with the protocols, policies and procedures of the Organization and the assigned Medical Office Department. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Perform patient care functions as prescribed by physician/health care professionals following established protocols, policies and procedures within their scope of education, training and responsibilities. - Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams. - Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition. - Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order, following established protocols. - Initiate and maintain Intravenous solutions as prescribed by physician, following established protocols. - Maintain equipment and supplies. Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair. Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual. - Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed. - Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. - Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures, following established protocols. Maintain patient confidentiality. - Explain purpose and process of examinations, tests and medical procedures to patients, following established guidelines. - Instruct patients on general health and basic self care procedures. - Review, explain and clarify physician orders with patient or parent. - Instruct patient in use of home equipment. - Administer patient first aid. Apply basic orthopedic devices, as ordered by physician. - Apply and remove dressings. - Execute treatments such as urinary catheterization, bladder irrigations, suction procedures and throat irrigations. - Follow standard infection control procedures. - Administer enemas. Initiate emergency procedures (including basic CPR) and provide emergency patient treatments. - Irrigate and pack wounds. - Lift patients. - Monitor patient vital signs. Monitor patients for bleeding. - Observe machine monitors. - Administer inhalation therapy. - Participate in development of nursing care plans. - Perform surgical preps. Prepare and position patients for procedures. - Prepare patients for physical examinations. Provide therapeutic care as ordered by physician. - Rinse and clean instruments and equipment. - Sterilize instruments and equipment. - Arrange for equipment repair and maintenance. - Maintain clean work area. - Monitor supply of oxygen and gas tanks. Complete laboratory, radiology requisitions and specialized test forms. - Notify appropriate personnel of abnormal lab test results. - Answer member inquires. - Observe patient condition for reactions during and after procedures. - Remove sutures following established protocols. - Respond to Code Blues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II. - One (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience as a LVN in an acute/outpatient setting. - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required within six (6) months of hire. - Basic Life Support required. - Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse license required. - Current I.V. Certification required. - Computer and typing skills preferred. Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - Physical Work Location is in Delano, CA.2012-05-08 18:43:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133264CABakersfield, CA28541338http://kp.jobs/xml/28541338/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: LVN II (Bilingual) - Lost Hills Location: Bakersfield, CA Licensed Vocational Nurses are licensed health professionals who perform patient care, technical and supportive services under general supervision in a medical office or clinical setting. The LVN supports the philosophy and complies with the protocols, policies and procedures of the Organization and the assigned Medical Office Department. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Perform patient care functions as prescribed by physician/health care professionals following established protocols, policies and procedures within their scope of education, training and responsibilities. - Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams. - Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition. - Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order, following established protocols. - Initiate and maintain Intravenous solutions as prescribed by physician, following established protocols. - Maintain equipment and supplies. Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair. Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual. - Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed. - Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. - Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures, following established protocols. Maintain patient confidentiality. - Explain purpose and process of examinations, tests and medical procedures to patients, following established guidelines. - Instruct patients on general health and basic self care procedures. - Review, explain and clarify physician orders with patient or parent. - Instruct patient in use of home equipment. - Administer patient first aid. Apply basic orthopedic devices, as ordered by physician. - Apply and remove dressings. - Execute treatments such as urinary catheterization, bladder irrigations, suction procedures and throat irrigations. - Follow standard infection control procedures. - Administer enemas. Initiate emergency procedures (including basic CPR) and provide emergency patient treatments. - Irrigate and pack wounds. - Lift patients. - Monitor patient vital signs. Monitor patients for bleeding. - Observe machine monitors. - Administer inhalation therapy. - Participate in development of nursing care plans. - Perform surgical preps. Prepare and position patients for procedures. - Prepare patients for physical examinations. Provide therapeutic care as ordered by physician. - Rinse and clean instruments and equipment. - Sterilize instruments and equipment. - Arrange for equipment repair and maintenance. - Maintain clean work area. - Monitor supply of oxygen and gas tanks. Complete laboratory, radiology requisitions and specialized test forms. - Notify appropriate personnel of abnormal lab test results. - Answer member inquires. - Observe patient condition for reactions during and after procedures. - Remove sutures following established protocols. - Respond to Code Blues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II. - One (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience as a LVN in an acute/outpatient setting. - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required within six (6) months of hire. - Basic Life Support required. - Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse license required. - Current I.V. Certification required. - Computer and typing skills preferred. Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - Physical Work Location is in Lost Hills, CA.2012-05-08 18:43:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133265CABakersfield, CA28541339http://kp.jobs/xml/28541339/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Bellflower, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN licenseand AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year within the last three (3) years full time equivalent experience in PICU or successful completion of a KP PICU course or approved equivalent with in prior twelve (12) months. - Current PALS card required. - Chemotherapy (ONS provider card or APHON Chemotherapyand Biotherapy Provider card) required within six (6) months of hire. Notes: - Rotating weekends. - If twelve (12) hour option is chosen, shift will be 7:15pm - 7:45 am with back up eight (8) hour shift 3:15 pm - 11:45 pm.2012-05-08 18:43:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133468CABellflower, CA28541340http://kp.jobs/xml/28541340/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital (Bilingual) Location: Bellflower, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in Level II NICU or above or completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:15 pm-7:45 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:15 pm-11:45 pm. - Must pass the bilingual assessment test.2012-05-08 18:43:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133538CABellflower, CA28541341http://kp.jobs/xml/28541341/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Bellflower, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in PICU or successful completion of a KP PICU course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current PALS card required. - Chemotherapy (ONS provider card or APHON Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider card) required within 6 months of hire. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:15 am-7:45 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:15 pm-11:45 pm.2012-05-08 18:43:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133541CABellflower, CA28541342http://kp.jobs/xml/28541342/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Staff RN - Hospital Location: Irvine, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Notes: - Will float to different units to take care of Med- Surg- Tele patients - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 8:00 pm-8:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 4:00 pm-12:00 am.2012-05-08 18:43:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132611CAIrvine, CA28541335http://kp.jobs/xml/28541335/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Report Programming Consultant - Meaningful Use (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Report Programming Consultant - Meaningful Use Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA The Meaningful Use Programming Consultant supports Meaningful Use report specifications, code and documentation that support KP's MU qualification. Develops relationships with business, IT, clinical partners. Develops, recommends changes, and maintains business processes and documentation. Provides project management support for reporting. The Meaningful Use Project Management Office (MU PMO), which the Meaningful Use Programming Consultant would be a part of, is responsible for managing and driving successful execution of Kaiser Permanente's Meaningful Use national program. The PMO is responsible for the development and execution of business and IT plans to qualify Kaiser Permanente's regions as meeting MU criteria as established by the Centers for Medicare & Medicare Services (CMS) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC)- http://www.cms.gov/EHRIncentivePrograms/35_MeaningfulUse.asp#TopOfPage< http://www.cms.gov/EHRIncentivePrograms/35_MeaningfulUse.asp#TopOfPage >. Essential Functions: - Works on assignments of moderate scope. - Works within accepted guidelines. - Requires moderate planning and scheduling. - Works with the team to initiate, coordinate, and facilitate reporting and analytical projects to meet client needs and achieve programmatic and organizational objectives. - Coordinates project by effectively communicate project assumptions, methods, and results to clients and other interested parties. Elicits and incorporates feedback from clients to inform the design of reports and enhance their effectiveness. - Begins to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the CSPC. - Facilitates or heavily participates in multiple inter-regional reporting workgroups - Applies analytic knowledge, skills and experience to develop, modify, test and implement reports and report templates. - Reviews enhancement requests and release notes for Clarity data, and reports impacts. Keeps up to date on new views, reporting workbench templates, data marts, and other reporting utilities/infrastructure. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum of 4 years of related work experience (i.e., in a reporting or analytical environment, preferably in healthcare). - Demonstrated effectiveness in written and verbal communication of technical material. - With some supervision, demonstrated ability to design, develop, manage, and coordinate reporting and analytical efforts among multiple constituents. - Project management skills, including setting priorities, developing work plans, and meeting deadlines. - A minimum of 2 years of experience with RDBS and RDBS structures, SQL data manipulation and interpretation of large databases required. - A minimum of 2 years of statistical or report programming in R, SAS, SQL, Crystal, Business Objects or Cognos. - Excellent in critical thinking; excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. - Ability to work within a core team and among cross-functional teams. - Outstanding written and verbal communication and effective interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work with minimal supervision. - Knowledge of healthcare industry, especially healthcare analytics a plus. - A minimum of 4 years of experience in computer science, engineering, related technical field or a 4 year degree of equivalent experience. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree preferred. - Oracle, UDB, Teradata experience a plus. -VBA or VBS programming a plus -Epic Chronicles and Clarity training a plus. - Experience with data warehousing a plus. - Project management experience and working matrix management structures a plus2012-05-08 18:42:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134605CAOakland, CA28541317http://kp.jobs/xml/28541317/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Sr. Project Manager, PeopleSoft Finance Lead - Kaiser Permanente - Pasadena, CA Location: Pasadena, CA Sr. Project Manager, PeopleSoft Finance Lead Kaiser Permanente Pasadena, CA Kaiser Permanente is seeking a highly skilled PeopleSoft Lead Functional Business Analyst to support the PeopleSoft ERP Finance application and manage a group of approximately 10 professional Functional Business Analyst.The Functional Lead Analyst will be a part of Kaiser's OneLink (PeopleSoft) Production Support staff and work directly with the nationwide Controllers and users to provide support in the following areas: General Ledger, Accounts Payable and Asset Managememt customizations, interfaces, and enhancements. Essential Functions: Manage a staff of 10 Functional Business Analyst Participate/lead cross-functional teams to identify and document functional requirements, issue resolution, and business requirements Provide management with staff resource planning that encompasses ticket resolution, projects, enhancements, and customizations to meet production release dates Provide hands-on analysis of requested upgrade, enhancements, or customizations Provide full life-cycle support in requirements definition, system analysis, design, documentation, user acceptance testing, and production support Provide knowledge transfer and training to users to include implementations/upgrades, Finance tables, PeopleSoft functionality, and configuration Assist with entry events and the interaction of the Purchasing/ePro, Inventory, Accounts Payable, and General Ledger and Travel and Expense Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of management experience. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. - Advanced degree may be preferred based upon specific area managed. - Knowledge of systems or operational environments. - Organizational or change management skills. - Advanced knowledge of information technology.2012-05-08 18:42:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134673CAPasadena, CA28541318http://kp.jobs/xml/28541318/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Staff Nurse II [LandD #2 OC] Location: San Jose, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - LABOR & DELIVERY - One year recent experience (within the last 3 years) in L&D with completion of AWHONN L&D course preferred. NRP certification is required. Current ACLS certification may be required in some units. Successful completion of advanced fetal monitoring course preferred within the last 2 years. Successful completion of a Fetal Monitoring Interpretation Competency within the first three months of hire may be required. May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Maternal Child Health/Family Centered Care area with appropriate certifications. Must complete circulating and recovery competencies as required. Willingness to scrub may be required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-08 18:42:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133668CASan Jose, CA28541297http://kp.jobs/xml/28541297/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Staff Nurse II [LandD #3 OC] Location: San Jose, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - LABOR & DELIVERY - One year recent experience (within the last 3 years) in L&D with completion of AWHONN L&D course preferred. NRP certification is required. Current ACLS certification may be required in some units. Successful completion of advanced fetal monitoring course preferred within the last 2 years. Successful completion of a Fetal Monitoring Interpretation Competency within the first three months of hire may be required. May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Maternal Child Health/Family Centered Care area with appropriate certifications. Must complete circulating and recovery competencies as required. Willingness to scrub may be required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-08 18:42:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133670CASan Jose, CA28541298http://kp.jobs/xml/28541298/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Staff Nurse II [LandD #4 OC] Location: San Jose, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - LABOR & DELIVERY - One year recent experience (within the last 3 years) in L&D with completion of AWHONN L&D course preferred. NRP certification is required. Current ACLS certification may be required in some units. Successful completion of advanced fetal monitoring course preferred within the last 2 years. Successful completion of a Fetal Monitoring Interpretation Competency within the first three months of hire may be required. May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Maternal Child Health/Family Centered Care area with appropriate certifications. Must complete circulating and recovery competencies as required. Willingness to scrub may be required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-08 18:42:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133672CASan Jose, CA28541301http://kp.jobs/xml/28541301/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Staff Nurse II [LandD #5 OC] Location: San Jose, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - LABOR & DELIVERY - One year recent experience (within the last 3 years) in L&D with completion of AWHONN L&D course preferred. NRP certification is required. Current ACLS certification may be required in some units. Successful completion of advanced fetal monitoring course preferred within the last 2 years. Successful completion of a Fetal Monitoring Interpretation Competency within the first three months of hire may be required. May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Maternal Child Health/Family Centered Care area with appropriate certifications. Must complete circulating and recovery competencies as required. Willingness to scrub may be required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-08 18:42:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133676CASan Jose, CA28541302http://kp.jobs/xml/28541302/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Staff Nurse II [LandD #6 OC] Location: San Jose, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - LABOR & DELIVERY - One year recent experience (within the last 3 years) in L&D with completion of AWHONN L&D course preferred. NRP certification is required. Current ACLS certification may be required in some units. Successful completion of advanced fetal monitoring course preferred within the last 2 years. Successful completion of a Fetal Monitoring Interpretation Competency within the first three months of hire may be required. May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Maternal Child Health/Family Centered Care area with appropriate certifications. Must complete circulating and recovery competencies as required. Willingness to scrub may be required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-08 18:42:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133678CASan Jose, CA28541304http://kp.jobs/xml/28541304/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: PICU On-Call Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing Location: Santa Clara, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - PICU - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Pediatric Critical Care. Current PALS certification required. Chemotherapy and/or Procedural Sedation competency may be required. May be expected to cross train to at least one other Maternal Child Health/Family Centered Care area with appropriate certifications. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-08 18:42:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133295CASanta Clara, CA28541290http://kp.jobs/xml/28541290/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Physical Therapy Aide - Grade 145 Location: South San Francisco, CA Under direct supervision, performs various patient care responsibilities as delegated and instructed by the Registered Physical Therapist. Provide patient care, routine clerical, department maintenance, and other non-patient care duties under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapy manager. Essential Functions: - Assists patients in preparation for treatment Apply therapeutic modalities in accordance with department policies and procedures - Instruct patients in the use of ambulation aids, transfer techniques, and supportive devices as delegated by the therapist - Assist physical therapist and physical therapy assistants with procedures and treatments when requested. - Document treatment given to patient - Document in medical records, when necessary, to explain cancellations of or changes in the physical therapy schedules - Clean and maintain treatment areas and equipment - Transport equipment and supplies for treatment and class presentations - Maintain adequate supplies of linen and necessary materials in treatment rooms. Order materials and supplies - Perform other related duties as necessary - This job has no supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one-year patient care experience, preferably in a Physical Therapy acute care setting and outpatient setting - High school diploma/GED - BLS - Knowledge of basic medical terminology and basic anatomy - Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write correspondence - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-05-08 18:42:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133011CASouth San Francisco, CA28541280http://kp.jobs/xml/28541280/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Laboratory Assistant II - Grade 365 ***Temporary*** Location: Santa Clara, CA Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, receives and processes specimens, performs clerical tasks and performs phlebotomy. May operate automated or semi-automated test equipment, or plate and process microbiology specimens under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person, as authorized by the California lab law. Essential Functions: - Draws blood from patient's finger, heel, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples. - Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen. - Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately. - Informs physicians of released lab results. - Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens. - Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed. - Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED. - California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). - Must be able to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week 1: Sun: 4:00 AM - 12:30 PM, Mon, Tues: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Week 2: Fri: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Sat: 4:00 AM - 12:30 PM Temporary: Expected Length of Employment: Up to 90 days2012-05-08 18:42:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133031CASanta Clara, CA28541281http://kp.jobs/xml/28541281/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Sonographer III - Grade 864 (12017 RAD) Location: Santa Clara, CA Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. Essential Functions: - Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. - Prepares and positions patient for examination. - Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. - Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. - Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film. - Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. - Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination. - Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. - Orients new hires. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have equivalent of three (3) years (6,240 hours) of continuous ultrasound experience within the last six (6) years with no more than one (1) year break in experience within the last four (4) years. - High School Diploma/GED. - Must have three (3) American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) registries in any specialties. - Certification: BLS. - NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire. - Must demonstrate competency and perform all three specialties routinely. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends; will follow the contract for notification of schedule change.2012-05-08 18:42:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133038CASanta Clara, CA28541282http://kp.jobs/xml/28541282/jobUSASan BrunoTitle: Schedule Maintenance Clerk - Grade 325 Location: San Bruno, CA Essential Functions: - Performs varied clerical work involving a high degree of independent judgment and accuracy. - Analyze master schedules to determine accuracy and appropriateness. - Create, Modify and maintain profiles. - Create and maintain daily patient appointment schedules of TPMG physicians and non-physician providers adjusting time segments in the PARRS II system indicating clinic time and non-clinic time. - Cancel, reschedule and notify patients of appointment changes (if dept policy) Create, & Maintain master schedules, physician & non-physician work sheets in Microsoft Word and/or Microsoft Excel. - Secure, compile and report statistical data. - Documenting and recording data accurately and legibly. - Participate in intradepartmental meetings and act as liaison with appropriate personnel. - Release schedules on a timely basis for use by department personnel. - Covers all departments assigned and other additional duties as assigned by the Manager. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have at least 6 months experience in Medical Offices environment in a position which demonstrates knowledge skill & experience in the following - Problem solving skills with the ability to identify, analyze, report and resolve. - Knowledge of K.P.M.C.operational procedures preferred. - Experience in automated systems: PARRS II, HEALTH CONNECT, and LOTUS NOTES. - Setting priorities in a complex, busy environment, handling tasks simultaneously to include follow up. - Experience in appointment making protocols in primary & specialty care. - Good Communication skills, exhibiting diplomacy, tact, and caring attitude in all interactions. - The ability to demonstrate good telephone etiquette and cope with every day pressure while interacting with staff, patients and/or their family members. - Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written skills.. - Must posess initiative and have ability to make independent decisions. - Must apply and retain thorough knowledge of all policies/procedures. - Ability to sit and use a computer terminal 90% of the time and answer telephones. - Good organizational skills. - Typing of 40 WPM. - Word Processing Skills (MS Word & Excel). -Must be service-oriented individual and maintain the highest level of courtesy to patients, members, staff andcoworkers. - Must convey proper information and/or instructions to patients. - Good work history demonstrating dependability, stability and good attendance. - Perform varied clerical work involving a high degree of independent judgment, speed and accuracy. - Must successfully complete regional Schedule Creation and Maintenance course when offered. - Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays as assigned per contractual agreement. - Overtime and additional hours are assigned per contractual agreement. Skills testing: Typing (40 WPM), Microsoft Word & Excel (basic)2012-05-08 18:42:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133200CASan Bruno, CA28541284http://kp.jobs/xml/28541284/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: ECS Operations Manager Location: Walnut Creek, CA Enterprise Client Support (ECS) is the primary face of technology support; we exist to enhance the delivery of healthcare by connecting the KP Community to IT products and solutions. Job Summary: ECS partners locally with the Area Business Information Office (BIO), NFS BIO and its local clients, as well as other IT partners. ECS supports all aspects of end user devices and the network/telephony environment. The Operations Manager is responsible for service levels, customer satisfaction and performance against budget. Responsibilities include organizational leadership, business process, resource, and financial management, sponsorship and promotion of collaborative effectiveness. This position is responsible for providing leadership and direction to employees. This work requires an expertise in communication skills, and management concepts plus a solid base of technology and/or business knowledge/skills and the ability to apply it to business problems. Essential Functions: Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to: Establishes operational goals/objectives and assignments and delegates to supervisors, team leaders and technical/professional employees. Involved in developing, modifying and executing company policies, which affect immediate operations. Works on issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives. Implements strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements. Manages HR/People processes for the department including performance reviews/management, the employment lifecycle, resource management, compensation planning and administration, goal/objective setting/alignment, employee development/coaching and training. Manages, through subordinate individual contributors, (including but not limited to supervisors, consultant specialists, leads, project managers) the coordination of the activities of a section or department. Manages team leads and professional/technical employees typically performing similar or related roles or functions. May also manage contractors, offshore resources and/or matrixed employees. May have process responsibility for shared services or matrixed organizations. Regularly advises and collaborates with subordinates, internal/external customers, and functional peer groups at management, senior management, and executive levels, as appropriate. Requires the ability to influence and effect change with peers, subordinates and others. Exhibits and gains commitment to changes required and acts as change executor. Presents, organizes, and conveys problems, issues within IT with internal customers and business partners and externally. Requires critical decision-making skills. Establishes departmental strategy and tactics, and contributes to operational area's strategy formulation and execution. Initiates and evaluates required business process improvements in order to achieve business results and appropriate solutions for customers. Manages financial aspects of the department, including input to budget creation; accountable for direct budget. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: A college degree or equivalent experience. Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible IT supervisory experience. Experience managing a staff of >10. Managing service levels and budgets. Managing customer relations and satisfaction. Working knowledge of other IT functions. Preferred Qualifications: IT project management experience, managing projects of large scope and size. Financial management experience. Healthcare experience. ITIL v.3 certification. Represented labor management experience2012-05-08 18:41:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134484CAWalnut Creek, CA28541252http://kp.jobs/xml/28541252/jobUSAModestoTitle: Health IT Business Consultant - Modesto Location: Modesto, CA The Central Valley Senior Business Consultant works with our medical facilities' business partners/customers to understand strategic direction and priorities of their business and to ensure successful delivery of IT solutions and services. The Business Consultant reports to the Central Valley Area (CVA) IT Business Engagement Services Manager. Essential Functions: - Acts as a liaison between business partners and technical staff. - Provides IT consulting to business partners on a regular basis. Requires business acumen in technology and healthcare. - Conducts process improvement sessions in gathering and documenting work flow processes. Has the ability to work & communicate well with business partners and staff at all levels of the organization in support of team projects/environments. - Strong ability to communicate effectively as an IT subject matter expert (SME) in conducting, presenting and implementing processes and projects. - Identifies opportunities for increasing business efficiency through improved manual and automated processes. - Has the ability to work with constant change and new processes. - Performs scope analysis on project requests to determine viability. - Leads project management activities from initiation through implementation against new projects using project management processes and tools. - Identifies and tracks against required project metrics. - With support of business partners, defines and documents business and technical requirements. - Identifies, evaluates and tracks project issues and risks. - Attends local medical center committees representing the KP-IT organization as needed. - Develops and tracks to a project schedule. - Responsible for supporting existing local IT infrastructure and operational applications. - Assist with technical training to business partners. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be detailed oriented, organized and have good planning skills. The ability to manage multiple tasks and be a self-starter. - Able to work with minimal oversight and direction. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills to be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization. - Proficient with MS Office applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access as well as Visio and Project. - Highly motivated, positive attitude, strong inter-personal skills, able to manage difficult situations and work across various functional groups within the organization. - Possess 5 or more years experience in supporting clients in a large health care and IT environment. - Bachelors degree, or equivalent experience required in Health Care Administration, Information Technology or Project / Process Management. Preferred Qualifications: - Health Care experience or knowledge. - Skill sets in meeting facilitation, critical analytical thinking. - Six Sigma and PMP Certifications is desirable. - Knowledge of Kaiser's HealthConnect on-line medical system and other KP-IT applications, network, and infrastructure is desirable.2012-05-08 18:41:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131134CAModesto, CA28541250http://kp.jobs/xml/28541250/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Research Project Manager Location: Pasadena, CA Manages all aspects of a medium to large scale research study and two (2) or more small to medium-sized studies or two (2) to four (4) medium to large studies. Supervises project staff. Works independently in accordance with established objectives. Work subject to occasional review. Essential Functions: - Manages all aspects of a medium to large scale research study and two (2) or more small to medium-sized studies or two (2) to four (4) medium to large studies - May assist in development of study tools (e.g., tracking forms, questionnaires, chart review forms, etc.) - Develops and implements study protocols/operation manuals - Monitors progress of study activities (e.g., data collection and validation, recruitment, pilot studies, focus groups, etc.) and ensures that study objectives are met - Contributes to high level discussions with funding agencies and research teams from other organizations - Prepares progress reports independently and/or collaboratively - May participate in the training of new team members and/or clinical staff - Ensures that all staff administrative requirements and certifications are complete and current - Identifies staff training needs and resources to address needs - Assists in the creation and dissemination of staff development materials - If assigned to clinical trial, will work with sponsors/monitors at clinical sites - Adheres to compliance and privacy/confidentiality requirements and standards - Adheres to GCP and compliance regulations for clinical trials - Oversees data collection and conducts data analysis - Implements quality control and quality assurance measures - Acquires and maintains knowledge of KP systems and databases - Makes decisions for day-to-day operations of projects including the resolution of technical problems and questions from project staff - Collaborates with Sr. Research Project Managers and Unit Manager to facilitate Unit operations - Negotiates and manages time commitments and resources - Interfaces with IRB and drafts IRB protocols, amendments, continuing reviews, etc - Supervises and manages the day-to-day activities of project staff including evaluating performance and conducting regular and annual performance meetings - Mentors, develops and trains staff - Conducts hiring and disciplinary actions in partnership with the Unit Manager - Provides consultation to investigators and project coordinators on staffing and staff-related concerns - Forms project team(s) and responsible for staff resources - May provide leadership and direction to multidisciplinary project teams - May co-author scientific papers with the investigator for presentation and/or publication - Creates professional presentations and presents at professional/scientific meetings - Serves as a member and may provide leadership on department or study-related committees - Prepares, manages and balances project budgets; seeks to develop cost effective ways to manage study resources - Assists investigators in developing and preparing grant proposals by contributing to portions of grant proposals - May contribute to development of study methodology Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial experience (usually seven (7) plus years) in a healthcare and/or research setting to include management responsibility - Ability and/or experience in developing and implementing research instruments - Ability and/or experience conducting and interpreting quantitative and/or qualitative analyses - Professional experience (six (6) plus years) in research principles, design and strategies, biostatistical analyses and data interpretation preferred - A minimum of five (5) plus years of self-directed work managing projects, preferably research projects - A minimum of four (4) plus years of direct personnel management experience - Experience developing and presenting professional reports and presentations to senior-level audiences - Experience developing and managing budgets, preferably research project budgets - Master's degree or equivalent experience in public health, healthcare administration, epidemiology, or related field - Master's degree, preferably in a healthcare field Preferred Qualifications: - PMP certification or similar certification highly preferred; MPH preferred. -Individual should have strong project management skills and a good understanding of process flow. -Selected candidate should have substantial project management experience, with the demonstrated ability to effectively negotiate and troubleshoot issues. - Strong communication and problem-solving skills will be key. -Must be able to work independently and have a broad understanding of research and the research process, at a minimum. Notes: -Position to support projects under the director of the Center for Effectiveness and Safety Research (CESR). -Will help manage and guide each initiative to address comparative effectiveness and safety questions raised by clinical and operational leaders. -Management may include the oversight and coordination of work of junior staff members and providing staff mentorship, training and support. -Will collaborate with the Sr. Research PM and Unit Manager to facilitate Unit operations. -The initial projects will focus on DCIS, PSA Screening and Biologics for Psoriasis. -Individual will provide support and required documentation for each performance area to ensure projects track efficiently and on budget. -Travel to various regional medical centers and collaborating institutions for data collection and meetings may be required. -Evening and weekend work may be required.2012-05-07 20:44:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia124389CAPasadena, CA28486547http://kp.jobs/xml/28486547/jobUSAOaklandTitle: National Nursing Research Program Manager - National Patient Care Services - Oakland, CA Location: Oakland, CA This is a 24 month Duration position Part time flexible - 24 hours per week. National Nursing Research Program Manager Kaiser Permanente/National Patient Care Services Oakland, CA Provide leadership in the establishment and direction of a national nursing research capability and agenda across the care continuum within Kaiser Permanente to enable the delivery of extraordinary nursing care, every patient, every time. Provide direction, conduct and coordination of research across the program in collaboration with regional nursing researchers on critical nursing practice and organizational issues focused on the delivery of safe, quality, evidence-based patient care. Seek internal and external funding for identified nursing research priorities established by the National Nursing Leadership Council and National Patient Care Services. Builds KP reputation as an important source of cutting-edge evidence-based, transformative national nursing practice for the nation. Essential Functions: - Establish a national nursing research capability within National Patient Care Services program-wide in collaboration with the regional nursing research departments to position KP as a national nursing research. - Identify, track and share interregional research results to avoid duplication and speed transfer of new knowledge and techniques into clinical practice. - Enhance standards of care through expansion and translation of evidence-based practices and health promotion; - Create an environment of interregional and interdisciplinary inquiry in which nurses from all regions can learn and practice clinical and translational research. - Mine, analyze and report on KP HealthConnect database to identify successful practices in collaboration with nursing informaticists. - Represent National PCS in matters related to nursing research and evidence based nursing practice. - In collaboration with nursing leadership across the program, establish, coordinate and implement a national nursing research agenda for KP nursing across the care continuum. - Create strategy and provides leadership for clinical and health services research operations. - Provide leadership for delivery of high quality and cost effective clinical evidence based solutions to issues of key organizational importance. - Focus on clinical and operational inter-regional issues across the care continuum. - Liaison to clinical and health services research for NPCS to regional and national leadership (e.g., Chief Nurse Executives, Ambulatory nursing leaders). - Establish and facilitate communications across clinical operations and provider groups for patient care related nursing research and evidence based practice. - Assess needs, identify and implement improvements to best integrate existing nursing research and evidence based practice into clinical and operational environments. - Responsible for the partnering with appropriate work groups (e.g., IRB, Technology assessment) and oversight of planning, coordination, monitoring of development, implementation, training, evaluation and maintenance of identified projects. - Obtains external and internal funding for national nursing research endeavors. - Seeks grant funding for research projects. - Position KP for more external nursing research funding opportunities. - Strengthen KP's collaboration with national and state entities such as, NIH's National Institute of Nursing Research, AHRQ, and foundations. - Promote and facilitate nursing research collaborations with local community partners and schools of nursing across the regions, including building research capabilities. - Build and establish KP's reputation as a premier source of cutting-edge, evidence-based, transformative national nursing practice for the nation. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - RN with a Doctoral degree required. - Minimum of 7 years of related experience. - 3 years of experience designing, implementing, and evaluating research and evidence based practice projects from a multidisciplinary perspective that includes processes for developing and managing budgets, performing benefit cost analysis and evaluating and implementing, recommendations related to applicable nursing clinical programs. - 3 years of experience applying management and interpersonal skills including communication, team building, conflict resolution, group interaction, project management, and budget management, consultation, facilitation, influencing, and negotiation skills with a variety of management and other personnel, including external partners/groups. - Some travel will be required to support the medical centers and organizational activities. Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - The successful candidate will have experience with program development, theoretical frameworks, research design, Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, study implementation processes, analytic methodologies, large data sets and data bases, and diffusion techniques for instilling innovations into the clinical setting. In addition, this individual will have a successful history of research publication.The candidate will also have demonstrated ability in nursing leadership, including influencing nurses to conduct and adopt practice change and skill in negotiating for change within complex organizational structures. - The successful candidate will also be a recognized nursing research and evidence based practice expert relevant to the work of National Patient Care Services.2012-05-07 20:44:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134633CAOakland, CA28486536http://kp.jobs/xml/28486536/jobUSAStocktonTitle: Senior Application Developer / Technical Specialist Location: Stockton, CA Performs as an expert technical and IT industry resource to management, clients and development staff in new uses of IT and in all phases of major system and subsystem development. Performs in consulting role on internal and industry IT technical and business process capabilities, including leadership in the identification and recommendation of new IT opportunities. Able to formulate, contribute to, and direct task identification, work effort estimates, and work schedules for research, prototype, and proof-of-concept IT activities. Able to direct and participate in software/hardware release and installation task. Works under general supervision, and may provide specific guidance to others on complex. Essential Functions: - May direct software coding, testing, debugging, documentation, and installation tasks for on-line and batch processes in accordance w/ industry best practices and specific internal procedures and standards. - Evaluates application architecture and design, development and maintenance programming deliverables, technology tools, and associated technology process for application systems, including integrated software and hardware application configurations. - Participates in and may direct problem definition and problem resolution activities. Participates in and may direct the analysis and definition of efficient, cost effective application solutions which support client business processes and functional requirements. - Coordinates w/ internal departments to provide associated deliverables required for projects. - Conducts client interviews in order to perform analysis of client business processes and functional requirements and prepares appropriate documentation to communicate and validate the information. - Participates in and may lead IT forums, technology assessments, industry research, and other projects as needed. - Prepares and conducts presentation of various work products and IT technology directions and strategies. - Responsible for creation and review of new and revised internal IT standards and procedures. - Performs knowledge transfer to other staff and may review the technical work of other staff. - Completes administrative requirements in an accurate and timely manner. Secondary Functions: - Understand complex business problems and develop software solutions individually and as a member of a team. - Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions to these more complex problems. - Develop and maintain integrated data driven web based applications. - Develop and maintain data driven executable applications. - Test, implement and deploy web based applications and executable applications. - Design, implement, modify and maintain relational database. - Backup and restore database. - Application configuration and system administration. - Application support and maintenance. - Create training material and application documentation. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive and diverse experience (usually 10+ years) in all phases of applications software development/maintenance life cycles in a large mainframe or client server environment required. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, required in Computer Science or related field. - Masters degree preferred. - Understanding of health care business and care delivery processes preferred. - Demonstrated excellence in breadth of technical skills and technical knowledge required respective to various mainframe or client server programming development environments. - Strong skills required in leadership, critical thinking and analysis, verbal and written communications, and interpersonal interactions (e.g. partnering, conflict management, consulting, etc.). - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in ASP.NET with Visual Basic code behind and JavaScript client side. - Experience in design, development and support of enterprise application using Microsoft Visual Studio and Framework. - Experience with SQL Server 2000 and up Database. - Experience in creating complex joint queries and Stored Procedures. - Experience in Web Controls and Web Services. - Experience in HTML and Style sheet. - Knowledgeable in creating web base graph reports. - Experience with Microsoft Visio. - Experience with Adobe Photoshop.2012-05-06 20:29:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134226CAStockton, CA28470912http://kp.jobs/xml/28470912/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist (120233) Location: Santa Clara, CA Sets up and operates heart-lung machine, physiological monitoring instrumentation and related ancillary equipment in cardiac surgical procedures. Essential Functions: - Reviews patient's medical history and chart, and consults with surgeon or physician to obtain patient information needed to set up heart-lung machine and associated equipment. Selects, assembles, sets up, and tests heart-lung machine to ensure that machine and associated equipment function according to specifications. - Operates heart-lung machine to regulate blood circulation and composition, to administer drugs and anesthetic agents, and to control body temperature during surgery or respiratory failure of patient. Monitors and observes operation of heart-lung machine and patient's physiologic variables such as blood temperature, blood composition, and flow rate, and adjusts equipment to maintain normal body functions. Cleans and adjusts parts of heart-lung machine. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Sufficient previous clinical experience in perfusion to demonstrate competence in the field. - Graduate of an approved perfusion technology training program and certification by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion preferred. - BLS certification is required. - Must meet the statutory requirements for Perfusionists listed in the State of California Business and Professions Code Section 2590. - Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, chemistry, physics and sterile techniques. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-06 20:29:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134266CASanta Clara, CA28470913http://kp.jobs/xml/28470913/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Consulting Data Analyst (120235) Location: Santa Clara, CA Under close supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing and reporting data. This position functions both as an analyst and as a statistical analytics programmer. Essential Functions: - Designs and enhances databases. - Designs menu systems that are effective and user-friendly. - Develops reports with accurate, easy to read, useful information. - Designs and generates tracking and monitoring tools. - Participates in the development of outcomes and process measures, including technical specifications, to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, and evaluation. - Maintains complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, and software written by self and others. - Tests and maintains data integrity. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - At least one (1) year programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, net or equivalent statistical analytical programming language. - Project management experience desirable. - Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems preferred. - Experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases preferred. - Analytical consulting experience preferred. - Bachelor of arts degree in economics, finance, health care administration, public health administration, statistics, mathematics, operations research, or related field required, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree. - Microsoft Office skills required. - Strong ability to apply analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. - Must be an independent self-starter. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-06 20:29:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134283CASanta Clara, CA28470914http://kp.jobs/xml/28470914/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Service Unit Non RN Mgr II Location: San Jose, CA Manages a large unit or multiple units providing ambulatory services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains budgets and on-going staff development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of a large unit or multiple units in an outpatient facility. - Ensures assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance w/ The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements. - Collaborates w/ physicians and other health care providers in establishing, implementing, and maintaining patient care and quality service standards to meet members and internal clients expectations. - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Develops and monitors budgets and resource allocations. - Monitors financial performance, identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs, and improves quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, and train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Provides on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policies and procedures which support the organizations goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader and Department Chief in developing the level of patient services and the day-to-day operations of the department. - Manages and resolves human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience in management/leadership roles required (usually five (5) years). - Significant supervisory experience required (usually five (5) years). - Significant experience in an outpatient care setting preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a health related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - BLS certification preferred. - Knowledge of The Joint Commission, and other local, state, and federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-06 20:29:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134374CASan Jose, CA28470916http://kp.jobs/xml/28470916/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Certified Nurse Midwife SH Location: San Jose, CA Independently manages the care of low-risk women during antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum periods. Co-manages higher risk patients when determined appropriate by CNM and MD. Provides standard maternity care and counseling to women, adhering to the standards of the American College of Nurse Midwives, procedures and instructions regulated by the State Nurse Practice Act and The Permanente Medical Group. Essential Functions: - ANTEPARTUM: Evaluates patient's general and obstetrical health status. - Determines pregnancy status, duration of gestation, presentation, and position of fetus, fetal heart rate, and determines whether all statistics are within normal limits. - Obtains an accurate medical, obstetrical, gynecological and social history and an account of the course of the present pregnancy. - Observes signs of the member's general and obstetrical health status. - Performs all appropriate physical examinations appropriate to CNM care needed, including the pap smear, breast examination, and pelvic examination. - Records all findings of examinations, histories and significant observations on patient's chart. - Consults with appropriate MD regarding any abnormal findings. - Orders appropriate lab and medical imaging studies as needed. - Institutes preventative measures and detects abnormal conditions. Obtains consultation and assistance from ancillary services as needed. - Teaches, counsels, and guides individual members regarding their individual health care. - Teaches antepartum classes as needed in individual facilities. - Evaluates maternal general health status and well being. - INTRAPARTUM: Performs medical screening exam to diagnose labor. - Independently manages the care of low risk women during labor and delivery, under the supervision of a physician. - Co-manages higher risk patients when determined appropriate by CNM and MD. - Performs facility specific standardized procedures. - Evaluates patient for appropriate pain management. Includes requesting epidural for women in labor. - POSTPARTUM: Provides health supervision, care, teaches family planning, and prescribes contraception to women during the postpartum period. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) years of recent experience as a C.N.M. preferred. - Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. - Current and valid California R.N. license, California Nurse Midwife certificate, A.C.N.M. certification and BLS certification required. - Current and valid California Nurse-Midwife furnishing certification (including any needed education in pharmacy) and didactic education and supervised clinical experience in third trimester limited obstetric ultrasound preferred or to be obtained at midwife's expense within one year of hire. - Current and valid DEA registration number specific to our practice at Kaiser to be obtained within one year of hire at midwife's expense. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI, or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.2012-05-06 20:29:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134470CASan Jose, CA28470917http://kp.jobs/xml/28470917/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Acupuncturist [1] Location: Sacramento, CA Under the direction and supervision of the Sub-Chief of Physical Medicine, utilizes acupuncture to stimulate certain points on or near the surface of the body by the insertion of needles to prevent or modify the perception of pain or to normalize physiological functions. May perform or prescribe the use of oriental massage, acupressure, breathing techniques, exercise or nutrition, including the incorporation of drugless substances and herbs as dietary supplements to promote health. Essential Functions: - Provides medically necessary acupuncture, consults, assesses and treats when requested/authorized by family physicians/specialists. - Provides an accurate diagnosis, supported by medical findings based on standardized examination and techniques generally accepted by the medical community. - This includes TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and Western diagnostic techniques. - Produces complete, accurate, uniform and replicable examinations. - Provides quality treatment to cure or relieve the medical condition causing the patient's complaint. - Documents all treatments and patient's response to acupuncture therapy on patient's chart. - When working in the Workers compensation system, states an opinion whether anatomic loss, functional loss and physical complaints of the patient are work-related, and writes a comprehensive medical report describing the degree of injury consistent with Workers Compensation terminology and requirements. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited school and complete four (4) academic years of education with a minimum of 1548 hours of theory including biology, organic biochemistry, physics, psychology, anatomy and physiology, pathology, nutrition and vitamins (400 hours); history of medicine, medical terminology (30 hours); clinical sciences such as internal medicine, pharmacology, neurology, surgery and clinical medicine including dentistry, nursing, chiropractic and homeopathy, western pharmacology and BLS (128) hours; Tai Chi, Chi Kung, traditional Oriental medicine theory and diagnosis, needling techniques, and acupressure (660 hours); herbology (300 hours including botany); practice management and ethics (30 hours); and 800 hours of clinical training. - Post-graduate degree preferred; i.e., Ph.D. in related fields, N.D. (Doctor of Naturopathy), D.O.M. (Doctor of Oriental Medicine). - Licensed to practice Acupuncture in the State of California. - Maintain currency of Acupuncture licensure in the State of California. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Wed: 1:00PM - 5:00PM; Thurs, Fri: 7:00AM - 3:30PM2012-05-06 20:29:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134535CASacramento, CA28470918http://kp.jobs/xml/28470918/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Senior Surgical Technician, Grade 675 Location: San Rafael, CA Under direct supervision, assists surgical team before, during, and after surgery and provides expert support, assistance, and maintenance of instruments and equipment. Essential Functions: - Specifically and regularly assigned to direct, check, review, assign, organize, coordinate, train and reporting on the work of one (1) or more other Surgical Technicians; or who have a least two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician - Demonstrates ability to perform, and under general supervision frequently do perform, the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - Coordinates configuration of equipment to provide ease of use - Places equipment and supplies in operating room and arranges instruments, according to instructions - Checks instruments and equipment for sterility, cleanliness, and functionality prior to the start of the case - Assists with set up and use of equipment during procedures - Assists with allocation of equipment for procedures on a daily basis - Assists team members to place and position patient on table - Scrubs arms and hands and dons gown and gloves and scrub procedures as primary or secondary staff - Aids team to don gowns and gloves and dons personal protective equipment when required - Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, and performs other tasks as directed by surgeon and circulating nurse during operation - Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation per hospital policy - Puts dressings on patient following surgery - Actively participates in meeting patient safety goals in promoting quality and safe patient care - Cleans operating room and assists in room turnover and washes and sterilizes equipment - Recommends to manager guidelines for use of equipment, purchase of new/replacement equipment, additional parts and supplies - Assembles/complies case carts with supplies, instruments, and equipment in preparation for the procedure - Performs other related duties as necessary - This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years experience as a surgical technician - Two (2) years of current acute Operating Room experience - Strong experience with minimally invasive, general, ENT, eyes, plastics, orthopedics, vascular, open heart-thoracic, spine, urology, GYN, podiatry, maxillofacial, and neuro surgery specialties. Including video, orthopedic and all other needed equipment to do the above surgeries preferred - The senior level classification for Surgical Technician shall apply only to Surgical Technicians who are specifically and regularly assigned by the Employer to direct and check the work of one (1) or more Surgical Technicians; or who have at lease two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician plus the demonstrated ability to perform and under general supervision frequently do perform the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - High School Diploma/GED - Certification in Surgical Technology preferred - Surgical Technicians certified by the Association of Operating Room Technicians, affiliated with the Association of Operating Room Nurses shall qualify as Senior Surgical Technicians upon presentation of their certificate - BLS - Must be willing to participate in training of RNs and other disciplines in the scrub role - Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence - Basic computer skills - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement Schedule: Full-Time Regular, 40 hours per week, Evening shifts. Monday through Friday: 12:00pm to 8:30pm. Rotating On-Call availability required, including nights, weekends and holidays.2012-05-06 20:29:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132911CASan Rafael, CA28470911http://kp.jobs/xml/28470911/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Medical Staff Coordinator Location: Panorama City, CA Under minimal supervision, initiates the appointment/credentialing and reappointment/recredentialing process, compiling and processing data in compliance with local, regional, state and federal accreditation requirements. Ensures thorough and timely verification of Licensed Independent Practitioner's (LIP) and Allied Health Professional Staff (AHP) credentials and privileges according to local and regional medical staff services policies and procedures for practitioners in both the hospital and/or ambulatory settings. Provide medical staff service support services to professional staff by supporting professional staff committee meetings, initiating the proctoring function, tracking of residents/medical students and acting as a resource for physicians, allied health professionals, medical center leadership and patients. Completes specific time-limited project assignments as delegated by Director of Medical Staff Services or Senior Medical Staff Coordinator. This position does not supervise others. Essential Functions: - Ensure consistent documentation and complete verification of practitioner (LIP/AHP) credentials. - Provide required documentation to Chiefs of Service, Department Administrators, Medical Center Leaders and Committee Chairs/Members, as appropriate. - Process all applications for appointment/credentialing, reappointment/recredentialing via the local and regional medical staff/credentialing policies and procedures. - Partners with all necessary staff to ensure an integrated, timely, consistent product. - Collaborates with regional professional recruitment personnel and regional credentialing personnel to ensure timely credentialing prior to employment. - Maintains computerized database of practitioner data for use in the medical staff service program to assure data for all credentialed and privileged practitioners is consistently accurate and current. - Implements an efficient and effective communication system for transmission of electronic practitioner data to other users in the medical center for information (i.e., practitioner-specific privilege look-up for patient care units). - Implements an efficient and effective communication/transmission system of shared data to regional or other local sites to facilitate timely approval for professional staff appointment or approval to participate within Southern California Region. - Keeps abreast of laws, regulations, local and regional policies/procedures and Professional Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations. - Maintains credentials files of all practitioners within medical center site (including satellite facilities/medical office buildings). - Supports professional staff committees by preparing agendas, recording minutes and follow-up. - Supports the medical staff by being a resource for accreditation, licensing and regulatory compliance related to medical staff services functions. - Assists Director of Medical Staff Services with all survey/audit processes. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - AA degree or equivalent experience preferred, bachelor's degree preferred. - The Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) Certification OR three (3) to five (5) years demonstrated knowledge of medical staff service functions related to credentialing/privileging, preferred. - Proficient with IBM PC, medical staff database. - Proficient with medical terminology. - Significant knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (i.e., Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), Department of Corrections (DOC), Department of Health Care Services (DHS), The Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Title 22). - Strong organization, communication and written skills, with attention to detail required. - Demonstrated ability to function independently with minimal direct supervision. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's Degree in HC or related field - Professional Staff Office experience including California and Federal regulations in last three (3) years - Current Certification in Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS by NAMSS National Association Medical Staff Services) - Knowledge in credentialing, proctoring, privileges, reappointments for physicians, allied health professionals - Demonstrates ability to organize - Effective communication skills - Knowledge of/skills in developing policy and procedures - Knowledge of regulatory requirements and Joint Commission Standards related to Medical Staff Services - Computer knowledge to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other databases. Notes: - This is an On-Call position, schedule varies -Will include travel to Antelope Valley (Lancaster) Medical office building for satellite office use once weekly approximately2012-05-05 18:32:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133790CAPanorama City, CA28464533http://kp.jobs/xml/28464533/jobUSAWest CovinaTitle: Clinical Program Manager I - Psych Location: West Covina, CA These positions are responsible at one site (established clinic) for the coordination, planning, design, development, delivery, and evaluation/continuous improvement of out-and/or in-patient psychotherapy programs for groups of patients and/or individual patients (adults, adolescents, children, and families). Managing psychotherapeutic programs for Addition Medicine and/or Psychiatric patients that add value and are integrated with Behavioral Health Care service priorities and performance standards, as well as with strategic organizational goals/objectives Providing clinical and administrative direction for licensed non-MD clinicians/providers. Essential Functions: - Manages the delivery of timely, appropriate, cost-effective and high quality services/programs for assigned site - Assures continuity of care and appropriate utilization of resources both within and outside of Behavioral Health Care - Assists physicians and department managers in short and long-range planning of psychotherapeutic/psychiatric social work programs/services that meet identified needs of members and purchasers - Ensures that the professional practice standards for group and/or individual therapeutic modalities and psychodiagnostic testing are maintained by clinicians - Evaluates the professional clinical practice of staff and provides professional staff with regular/appropriate training, direction, supervision, and consultation - Integrates and coordinates psychiatric and/or addiction medicine programs with other in-and out-patient departments as well as with community resources - Achieves a continuum of care within Behavioral Health Care Services - Develops systems and methodologies for continuous improvement of group and/or individual treatment modalities - Evaluates effectiveness of program and services - Review/evaluates group therapy designs - Establishes group protocols - Delineates inclusion/exclusion criteria and utilizes pre-and post testing evaluations - Conducts on-going program evaluation of individual and/or group modalities and, in concert with the department manager and/or Chief of Service, develops/maintains systems and processes for outcomes management/improvement and for identifying the need for revised and/or new clinical treatment programs, designs, and/or protocols - May develop and implement policies, procedures and systems to ensure customer/member/patient/purchase satisfaction and member/patient access - In concert with other personnel and physicians, responds to and resolves service, access, and provider concerns/issues - Develops and maintains departmental policies and procedures to meet Behavioral Health Care and organizational operational, business, and strategic goals/objectives - Participates in-or independently conducts - performance evaluation of professional staff - May hire, train/orient, coach, discipline, or terminate professional staff - In concert with the Chief, and department manager maximizes and manages physical, fiscal, and human resources and manages/reduces associated costs - Analyzes departmental volume/workload indicators and evaluates/improves utilization and productivity of staff - Less than 50% of working time may provide direct psychotherapeutic services to individual patients and/or patient groups Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) - five (5) years of clinical experience as a staff clinician in a mental health setting - One (1) year of experience in managing/supervising the development, delivery and evaluation of clinical mental health programs. - Master's degree in a field/discipline related to mental health such as psychology, social work, counseling, behavioral science, psychiatric/chemical dependency nursing specialty - Proof of current state of California license in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) or Clinical Psychology or licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Current CA RN license - Demonstrated knowledge of individual and/or group psychotherapeutic treatment modalities and techniques - Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, implement, coordinate and evaluate/improve multi-discipline group and/or individual program for patients (children, adolescents, adults, and families) - Interpersonal and leadership skills2012-05-05 18:32:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133929CAWest Covina, CA28464534http://kp.jobs/xml/28464534/jobUSADowneyTitle: Asst Mgr Amb Care Dept RN Location: Downey, CA Assists in managing a single department or multiple small departments providing ambulatory patient care services by supervising daily operations & patient care activities. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Implements & supervises the maintenance of clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Assists in integrating services/operations w/ nursing standards of practice, service priorities, & performance/outcome measures, as well as w/ business, departmental, & organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises daily operations & service delivery - Ensures staff provides the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, federal, state, & local requirements - Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Recommends, implements, & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Assists in providing on going staff development - Supervises the implementation of policies & procedures which support the goals & business objectives of the organization & department - Collaborates w/ physicians, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services & the day-to day operations of the department - Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related healthcare field OR four (4) years of equivalent experience in outpatient nursing or related clinical experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - CPR certification required. - Previous experience (usually three (3) years) in outpatient care including two (2) years of leadership experience. - Two (2) years of leadership experience. - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local state, federal regulations. PreferredQualifications: - Minimum three (3) - five (5) years recent (within one [1] year) supervisory experience in adultand pediatric medicine. - Ambulatory care experience. - Good communication skills. - QI andmeeting facilitation/project management experience. - Ableproblem solve and make decisions in a fast pace environment. - Interpersonal skills in interacting with adults. - Affirmative Action, Union regulations, NIQA, and JCHO experience. - Experience in Coaching/Counseling, team building, and able to use critical thinking for problem solving. - Good interpersonal skills in interacting with peers, physicians and members in a confident and concise manner. - Ableto do strategic planning and goal setting. - Computer experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Notes: - Start time / days / hoursmay vary depending on departmental needs. - May be required to work days, evenings, holidays, and weekends. - May be on-call for evening, weekends and holidays. - Rotating weekends.2012-05-05 18:32:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134200CADowney, CA28464536http://kp.jobs/xml/28464536/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Dir. SOX Scal Region Hospital/HP Location: Pasadena, CA Provides leadership & oversight in the development of a strong internal control environment for the Region. Oversees implementation & ongoing compliance w/ Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) & ensures control practices comply w/ KP & regulatory agency laws & mandates. Champions SOX & enhanced control initiatives including overall responsibility of risk management w/ regards to operations, financial controls & compliance. Ensures the Region's adherence to Program-wide rollout of related risk assessment & internal control initiatives. Recommends, formulates & develops, in partnership w/ management, action plans to address identified control weaknesses. Establishes effective relationships w/ Regional Controllers, Regional Finance Leaders, Program Offices, SOX Mega Leads, SOX PMO, SOX Governance Board, Compliance Officers & their respective staff. Manages a team of professional staff to educate on internal controls, ensure remediation of control deficiencies & provide expert consultation on financial controls issues & solutions to mitigate risks to the Region. Provides leadership to project managers in assisting business owners w/ development & deployment of solutions to address internal control weaknesses. Directs staff to develop financial & operational policies. Implements monitoring processes to ensure compliance w/ fiscal policies & procedures to accomplish corporate short- & long-term objectives & regulatory body requirements. Develops staff to meet individual performance & professional goals & fosters a positive team working environment through ongoing team recognition, feedback & reward programs. Essential Functions: - Develops & implements a multidisciplinary project plan to comply w/ SOX requirements in the Region & across the program - Provides general leadership & technical direction - Provides regional & program-wide SOX leadership through the sharing of new tools, techniques & problem solving approaches - Develops & manages annual internal control & process improvement review plan which complements the annual audit plan of Internal Audit services & the external auditors - Prepares sensitive information & communicates it directly & effectively to clients & senior leaders - Provides quality assurance resource to support change implementation initiatives - Partners w/ finance functional directors to ensure that adequate controls are designed for business process improvement initiatives - Directs the assessment of financial process practices at the regional level - Facilitates the implementation of planned corrective measures - Monitors operational programs & procedures to ensure existence of internal controls in the medical facilities & Regional offices to protect assets, maximize revenue & prevent errors or irregularities - Directs professional staff to educate & guide finance units & customers to establish effective financial policies & procedures & apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles & practices consistently - Hires, trains, coaches & manages a team of professionals - Provides work direction & guidance including professional development & training - Manages the development of individual staff through annual goals setting & ongoing performance monitoring - Creates team environment that encourages collaboration, supports receiving & providing feedback & encourages participation from all levels of staff - Motivates team members & facilitates team meetings - Adapts management style as appropriate to meet needs of a particular situation or team resulting in optimal performance Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree required, with emphasis in business, finance, accounting or information systems required. - Professional certification strongly preferred in at least one of the following: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Management Accountant or Certified Information System Auditor (CISA). - Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of significant accountingand auditing experience required. - Experience in managing, motivatingand developing a team of professional staff required. - Significant knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley legislation. - Expertise in generally accepted accounting principles, internal control concepts, IT system controlsand health care regulations. - Demonstrated ability to lead project work both tacticallyand strategically involving various partners. - Demonstrated success in maintaining strong customer focusand achieving high levels of customer satisfaction. - Demonstrated skills in identifyingand facilitating the resolution of business problems within a team setting. - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issuesand develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Professional credibility necessary to mobilizeand orchestrate cross-functional responses within Kaiser. - Proven leadership in matrix management environment that includes influencing, efficiency, collaboration, candorand openness with a focus on results orientation. - Excellent supervisory leadership, project management, problem solvingand decision making skills. - Ability to effectively communicate regulatoryand organizational requirements to customersand staff. - Strong negotiation, presentationand facilitation skills. - Excellent oraland written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Health Care or Managed Care experience preferred. - Understanding of the operations of KP preferred. - Knowledgeand experience in custom and/or package system development, IT risksand controls. Notes: - May travel (15%).2012-05-05 18:32:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134212CAPasadena, CA28464537http://kp.jobs/xml/28464537/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Learning Consultant- physician education Location: Pasadena, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Assesses and identifies training needs and interventions, then delivers programs, and measures learning transfer for training programs to enhance individual and team effectiveness. Essential Functions: - Develops and/or coordinates training programs, which include orientation, job content, technology and customer service for management and area personnel - May collaborate with training vendor - Works with central training area to identify training resource materials and personnel - Maintains training schedule for team members - Conducts training and/or arranges for guest lecturers/trainers covering technical issues, new products/services, individual on-the-job training, and new-hire orientation - Produces periodic reports outlining training needs accompanied with recommendations and implications, such as changes in operations, budget or quality - Assesses the effectiveness of training programs - Makes recommendations for improvements - Establishes a project plan and conducts cost/benefit analysis for any recommendations made to area management - May organize multi-disciplinary project teams - Follows established training procedures to identify, deliver, and track training programs - Creates partnerships with other KP and HR departments to ensure consistency of policies and procedures - Maintains current knowledge of area functions, customer service and quality improvement literature, research and projects Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (usually four (4) or more years) developing and conducting training programs on a variety of subjects - Experience in training needs assessment and gap analysis - Experience in curriculum development and instructional design required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in education, psychology or other relevant field - Master's preferred - Must have exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills - Demonstrated ability in quantitative and qualitative analysis - User knowledge of desktop and word processing software required - May require some traveling throughout the state - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in educational needs assessment. - Ability to effectively interview subject matter experts; proven experience using Project Management Tools - Adult learning principles; medical terminology; instructional design methodologies - Knowledge of educational principles for Continuing Medical Education (CME) - Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills; proven presentation skills - Exceptional organizational skills; work on multiple projects and set priorities to meet department goals - Microsoft Office, Captivate, Articulate, Flash, Photoshop and Paint; experience with Macromedia Dreamweaver and Fireworks would be a plus Notes: - Requires flexibility in terms of hours and location to meet client needs. - Works with Consultants across all of leadership and organizational development to assess, consult, plan, design, develop and implement physician educational curriculum and web based courseware for end users. - Develops and conducts educational activities on a variety of subjects based on educational needs/assessment and gap analysis using current instructional design methodologies. - Consults and creates partnerships with physician and non physician subject matter experts on region wide educational activities, organizes multi-disciplinary project teams as needed and developes project plans. - Assesses the effectiveness of educational activities using current learning evaluation methods for both quantitative and qualitative analysis . - Produces periodic reports outlining educational needs accompanied with recommendations and implications for future change.2012-05-05 18:32:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134258CAPasadena, CA28464540http://kp.jobs/xml/28464540/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Physician Comp Analyst Location: Fontana, CA Conducts data collection & analysis involved in making recommendations regarding physician base salary program. Works w/ Asst. Dir., Permanente Compensation to ensure physicians are paid in a timely & accurate manner. Recommends program & system solutions to address changing needs of the department. Provides compensation support through survey participation & analysis, assembling compensation packages, conducting analyses requested by the Board of Directors (BOD) & Medical Directors. Provides analytical support to Area Medical Director, Medical Group Administrator, AAMDs and AMGAs as needed. Essential Functions: - Administers & implements pay practices approved by the Medical Group BOD - Ensures appropriate interpretation of pay practices & BOD rules - Assists w/ the operation & enhancement of the physician personnel systems - Works w/ area payroll coordinator(s) to ensure personnel actions are documented & entered correctly - Maintains the physician HR/payroll database - Monitors integrity of data - Reviews audit/kick-out/exception reports for accuracy - Makes necessary corrections on system - May produce management reports - Researches issues, questions using historical files & makes recommendations based on analysis - Responds to physician inquiries regarding salaries, deductions, overtime pay, etc - Researches & reconciles discrepancies on physician paychecks & direct deposits - Participates in the development & implementation of new systems & databases relating to physician compensation - Resolves data processing problems; works w/ IT for programming support - Interprets, documents, & communicates physician payroll policies to physicians & management - Recommends clarification of policy problems - Performs compensation functions such as: implementing/administration of physician compensation programs, assembling of compensation packages, participating in salary surveys & analyzing survey data, providing analytic support on compensation projects - Applies knowledge of BOD rules in making recommendations on salary determination issues such as starting salaries, promotional increases, transfers, & other base pay-related issues - Acts as an expert resource to area payroll coordinators & compensation support staff regarding Board approved policies, pay practices, & system issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) - five (5) years of progressive experience in compensation/ personnel/ payroll areas - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in Business Administration or related field - Knowledge of compensation, payroll tax and related government regulations preferred - Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and internal control concepts preferred - Proficiency with in-house mainframe or PC payroll system and a variety of software applications - Effective communication skills Preferred Qualifications: - Good working knowledge of PeopleSoft and/or other HRIS applications/systems - A tech-savvy individual possessing the ability to learn new applications/systems quickly - The ability to communicate well with all levels of professional staff - A strong work ethic and a service-oriented work demeanor - Good working knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel (pivot tables, worksheet manipulation, reporting tools) and familiarity with Access - Experience working in a healthcare environment and in dealing with physicians, associates, partners, per diems and other non-physician healthcare leaders Notes: - Work location is 9985 Sierra Ave, Fontana CA - Will include travel between Fontana Medical Center & Ontario Medical Center2012-05-05 18:32:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134426CAFontana, CA28464542http://kp.jobs/xml/28464542/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Clinical Lab Scientist-PD Location: Los Angeles, CA Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phase testing of all complexities as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act/Amendment (CLIA) to include specialized tests and analysis in one or more areas of clinical laboratory such as hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, immuno-hematology, serology, parasitology and chemical and morphological examinations to obtain data for use in diagnosis and recording laboratory test results. Analysis of test results are performed on the population serviced (e.g., neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric clients). Essential Functions: - Provides the highest level of patient care as defined by established standards & maintains confidentiality on all tests performed by the laboratory. - Performs & reports test results for all clinical laboratory procedures as assigned, both automated & manual, in the clinical laboratory department, w/out immediate review by the director, consultant, or supervisory team. - Monitors & is accountable for test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, proficiency testing & all operations related to laboratory testing procedures. Notifies Supervisory team of any irregularities of factors, which may influence test results. - Ability to trouble-shoot equipment & test methods. - Identifies & resolves unusual laboratory situations & notifies appropriate parties w/in shift. - Consults w/ physicians, nurses, pharmacists, etc. on the technical aspects of methodologies used, appropriateness of test utilization & interpretation of patient results. - Instructs new employees &/or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) students in laboratory procedures w/in area the CLS assigned, in order that they may develop proficiency & understanding of the clinical laboratory methodology. - Provides training, guidance & pertinent technical information to laboratory assistants, support staff, clerks, CLS students & medical center personnel. - Discusses clinical laboratory problems of mutual interest w/ the Supervisory team, & lead technologist in order to develop a better communication link w/in the department. - Participates in work groups to work through problems, issues or goals of the department. - Assists in evaluating new tests procedures when requested & communicates to the Supervisory team the possibilities for their implementation. - Meets states requirements for mandatory CEUs. - As defined by established standards, works in a professional, cooperative & courteous manner. - Observes all laboratory, Kaiser Permanente & regulatory agency policies & procedures. - Maintains overall safety (including chemical & biological) of the department in accordance w/ established safety, infection control & procedure protocols. - Monitors supplies & reagents & notifies appropriate parties of par levels. - As necessary & appropriate, may perform any clerical or other duties of support staff/laboratory assistants that may be assigned such as performing phlebotomy on inpatients & outpatients. Accepts responsibility of assisting in work areas not primarily his/her own. - Operates computerized laboratory data systems / applications. - Participates in direct patient care by providing the patient w/ information to enhance the understanding of laboratory test, instructing the patient on specimen requirements & conditions for specialized testing & collecting from the patient samples to include blood, body fluids, secretions, & tissues for analysis. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), preferred. - A current and valid California state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license required. - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to utilize the principles, theories, practices, methodologies and techniques required of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Notes: - This is a Per Diem position. Days and hours may vary according to departmental needs. - Works rotating weekends2012-05-05 18:32:06United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133168CALos Angeles, CA28464529http://kp.jobs/xml/28464529/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Clinical Lab Scientist-PD Location: Los Angeles, CA Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phase testing of all complexities as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act/Amendment (CLIA) to include specialized tests and analysis in one or more areas of clinical laboratory such as hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, immuno-hematology, serology, parasitology and chemical and morphological examinations to obtain data for use in diagnosis and recording laboratory test results. Analysis of test results are performed on the population serviced (e.g., neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric clients). Essential Functions: - Provides the highest level of patient care as defined by established standards & maintains confidentiality on all tests performed by the laboratory. - Performs & reports test results for all clinical laboratory procedures as assigned, both automated & manual, in the clinical laboratory department, w/out immediate review by the director, consultant, or supervisory team. - Monitors & is accountable for test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, proficiency testing & all operations related to laboratory testing procedures. Notifies Supervisory team of any irregularities of factors, which may influence test results. - Ability to trouble-shoot equipment & test methods. - Identifies & resolves unusual laboratory situations & notifies appropriate parties w/in shift. - Consults w/ physicians, nurses, pharmacists, etc. on the technical aspects of methodologies used, appropriateness of test utilization & interpretation of patient results. - Instructs new employees &/or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) students in laboratory procedures w/in area the CLS assigned, in order that they may develop proficiency & understanding of the clinical laboratory methodology. - Provides training, guidance & pertinent technical information to laboratory assistants, support staff, clerks, CLS students & medical center personnel. - Discusses clinical laboratory problems of mutual interest w/ the Supervisory team, & lead technologist in order to develop a better communication link w/in the department. - Participates in work groups to work through problems, issues or goals of the department. - Assists in evaluating new tests procedures when requested & communicates to the Supervisory team the possibilities for their implementation. - Meets states requirements for mandatory CEUs. - As defined by established standards, works in a professional, cooperative & courteous manner. - Observes all laboratory, Kaiser Permanente & regulatory agency policies & procedures. - Maintains overall safety (including chemical & biological) of the department in accordance w/ established safety, infection control & procedure protocols. - Monitors supplies & reagents & notifies appropriate parties of par levels. - As necessary & appropriate, may perform any clerical or other duties of support staff/laboratory assistants that may be assigned such as performing phlebotomy on inpatients & outpatients. Accepts responsibility of assisting in work areas not primarily his/her own. - Operates computerized laboratory data systems / applications. - Participates in direct patient care by providing the patient w/ information to enhance the understanding of laboratory test, instructing the patient on specimen requirements & conditions for specialized testing & collecting from the patient samples to include blood, body fluids, secretions, & tissues for analysis. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), preferred. - A current and valid California state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license required. - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to utilize the principles, theories, practices, methodologies and techniques required of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Notes: - This is a Per Diem position. Days and hours may vary according to departmental needs. - Works rotating weekends2012-05-05 18:32:06United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133176CALos Angeles, CA28464530http://kp.jobs/xml/28464530/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Clinical Lab Scientist-PD Location: Los Angeles, CA Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phase testing of all complexities as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act/Amendment (CLIA) to include specialized tests and analysis in one or more areas of clinical laboratory such as hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, immuno-hematology, serology, parasitology and chemical and morphological examinations to obtain data for use in diagnosis and recording laboratory test results. Analysis of test results are performed on the population serviced (e.g., neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric clients). Essential Functions: - Provides the highest level of patient care as defined by established standards & maintains confidentiality on all tests performed by the laboratory. - Performs & reports test results for all clinical laboratory procedures as assigned, both automated & manual, in the clinical laboratory department, w/out immediate review by the director, consultant, or supervisory team. - Monitors & is accountable for test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, proficiency testing & all operations related to laboratory testing procedures. Notifies Supervisory team of any irregularities of factors, which may influence test results. - Ability to trouble-shoot equipment & test methods. - Identifies & resolves unusual laboratory situations & notifies appropriate parties w/in shift. - Consults w/ physicians, nurses, pharmacists, etc. on the technical aspects of methodologies used, appropriateness of test utilization & interpretation of patient results. - Instructs new employees &/or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) students in laboratory procedures w/in area the CLS assigned, in order that they may develop proficiency & understanding of the clinical laboratory methodology. - Provides training, guidance & pertinent technical information to laboratory assistants, support staff, clerks, CLS students & medical center personnel. - Discusses clinical laboratory problems of mutual interest w/ the Supervisory team, & lead technologist in order to develop a better communication link w/in the department. - Participates in work groups to work through problems, issues or goals of the department. - Assists in evaluating new tests procedures when requested & communicates to the Supervisory team the possibilities for their implementation. - Meets states requirements for mandatory CEUs. - As defined by established standards, works in a professional, cooperative & courteous manner. - Observes all laboratory, Kaiser Permanente & regulatory agency policies & procedures. - Maintains overall safety (including chemical & biological) of the department in accordance w/ established safety, infection control & procedure protocols. - Monitors supplies & reagents & notifies appropriate parties of par levels. - As necessary & appropriate, may perform any clerical or other duties of support staff/laboratory assistants that may be assigned such as performing phlebotomy on inpatients & outpatients. Accepts responsibility of assisting in work areas not primarily his/her own. - Operates computerized laboratory data systems / applications. - Participates in direct patient care by providing the patient w/ information to enhance the understanding of laboratory test, instructing the patient on specimen requirements & conditions for specialized testing & collecting from the patient samples to include blood, body fluids, secretions, & tissues for analysis. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of recent experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), preferred. - A current and valid California state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license required. - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to utilize the principles, theories, practices, methodologies and techniques required of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Notes: - This is a Per Diem position. Days and hours may vary according to departmental needs. - Works rotating weekends2012-05-05 18:32:06United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133178CALos Angeles, CA28464531http://kp.jobs/xml/28464531/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Staff RN - Hospital - MST Float Irvine - Per Diem Dayshift Location: Irvine, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Notes: - Will float to different units to take care of Med- Surg- Tele patients - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 8:00 am-8:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 4:00 pm-12:00 am.2012-05-05 18:32:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132586CAIrvine, CA28464525http://kp.jobs/xml/28464525/jobUSAWildomarTitle: Manager Ambulatory Care Department RN Location: Wildomar, CA Manages a single department or multiple small departments providing ambulatory patient care services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Develops & maintains clinical & nursing practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Manages the planning, development, implementation, delivery, & evaluation/improvement of quality out-patient/nursing services that add value & are integrated w/ nursing standards of practice, service priorities, & performance/outcome measures, as well as w/ strategic, business, & organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Manages the delivery of nursing services & out-patient care which are integrated w/ business plans & meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical, & utilization standards & performance measures - Ensures that services meet members' physicians' & internal clients' needs in a changing & competitive health care market - Manages, coordinates service delivery and/or programs assigned to assistant manager(s) - With SCPMG staff develops strategic/business plans to achieve integrated services across the continuum of care - Manages & ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services, & operations by designing & implementing systems, processes, & methods to evaluate & improve patient care across the continuum of care - Ensures Assistants & staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, federal, state, & local requirements - Collaborates w/ physicians & other health care providers in establishing, implementing, maintaining, & evaluating/improving patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations - Acts as a patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care - Develops & manages budgets & resource allocations - Monitors financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff - Provides on going staff development - Develops, implements & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organization's goals/business objectives & ensures they are met - Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader & Department Chief in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department - Manages & resolves human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience in ambulatory care nursing or other relevant clinical experience required (usually five (5) - six (6) years) including previous supervisory experience (usually three (3) years) - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent experience in nursing or related field such as health care management required - Master's degree preferred - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing - Current California RN license required - CPR certification required - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state and federal regulations - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred - Demonstrated interpersonal skills; knowledge of ambulatory care practices/ operations/ issues Preferred Qualifications: - Candidate must be able to innovate and have sharp focus for our vision and not be deterred by roadblocks. - Open to new ideas and solutions without setting limiting beliefs in an effort to finding the best solutions. - Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, as well as maintain performance on various goals (metrics)in a fast paced environment. Notes: - Administrator is responsible for management of the Wildomar Medical Office building oversight for all departments in the MOB - Able to work collaboratively with several Department Administrators and Chiefs throughout the Riverside Service Area. - Able to create a community environment within the Wildomar Medical Office Building.2012-05-05 18:31:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129903CAWildomar, CA28464523http://kp.jobs/xml/28464523/jobUSABurbankTitle: Project Manager Consultant/Specialist (Burbank, CA) Location: Burbank, CA Kaiser Permanente Consultant/Specialist Project Manager Burbank, CA The position is responsible for project managing, in conjunction with department partners, all plan and benefit changes for cyclical and special deployments that impacts new and renewal sales processes plus incorporates end-to-end tasks touching systems, rates, collateral, communications and training. In addition, the position leads or supports corrective action and Health Care Reform initiatives potentially impacting 70,000 group customers and associated brokers. It is an individual contributor role with no direct reports and is based in Burbank, California. Prepares internal department communication bulletins and support materials for a wide and diverse range of topics/issues. Serves as a subject matter expert representing small business supplying process, technical and content knowledge for cross function/department projects. Includes the planning and tracking of projects both (tactical and strategic), cost effectiveness, communication, risk analysis, quality assurance, team and vendor management, and implementation of highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Identifies and resolves issues related to projects. Ensures assigned projects are delivered within scope, schedule, budget and quality levels are consistent with partner/customer expectations. Essential Functions: Manages moderately to large complex projects or multiple projects of simple to moderate complexity Provides consulting for business partners or completes components for business case development Demonstrates understanding of, and knowledge in methods and project management, and applies this in all stages of project Applies the risk management process Sustains strong ongoing relationships with client middle and senior management during projects Demonstrates knowledge of and provides continuous feedback for improvement of approved project management methods and business methods to projects Determines the impact of current/existing technologies on the project Works on significant and unique assignments of diverse and complex scope. Addresses opportunities for process improvements and influencing change Requires more complex planning and direction setting with diverse and multiple stakeholders Develops solutions to problems of unusual complexity, which require a high degree of ingenuity and innovation, using independent judgment to accomplish objectives. Requires in-depth analysis to develop and implement unprecedented solutions for more complex problems. Proactively communicates with enterprise-wide projects to plan and manage project interdependencies. Communicates and creates enthusiasm for new initiatives or change efforts in order to gain their ownership. Communicates purpose, priorities and goals of the group/unit of operation and connects to the larger picture. Keeps stakeholders informed and asks for others' input in to key initiatives and change efforts Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: 7+ years Project Management experience Understands all project life cycle phases and applies knowledge in the delivery of at least one phase of the project delivery life cycle Manages all phases of the project delivery life cycle and consults for other projects Demonstrates knowledge, experience and use of change management process and impact on business 4-year degree in related field or equivalent experience. [Bachelor's degree required (e.g., business, economics, mathematics, statistics, etc) Master's degree preferred2012-05-05 18:31:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134595CABurbank, CA28464513http://kp.jobs/xml/28464513/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Account Manager (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Account Manager - Large Group Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente is seeking an Account Manager who will be accountable for developing and executing account and book of business strategies to optimize membership, revenue, and margin targets. Create and execute a business plan that positions KP to optimize our opportunities across book of business. Achieves growth and margin requirements. Positions KP as strategic partner with key decision-makers and influencers. Essential Functions: - Develop & execute book of business plans to ensure attainment of BOB-specific goals - Analyze the business opportunities in group/book of business - Identify & confirm customer's needs & business strategies - Collect specific business information & competitive data - Analyze quantitative data & identify gaps between current state & optimal business position - Conduct political map analysis; identify & fill relationship gaps - Develop strategy for optimizing our business opportunities - Plan & conduct customer meeting & approach - Successfully negotiate the strategy & changes w/ customer/broker/consultant - Set milestones to ensure implementation of plan - Develop & execute broker engagement strategy to ensure attainment of broker specific goals - Understand the broker's & firms specific business goals, identify if any targeted industries - Analyze the opportunities in a broker's entire BOB, especially the non KP customers - Use the Value Proposition in order to differentiate KP - Regularly analyze broker results & take action to improve performance - Build strong, trusting relationships - Build win-win-win scenarios - Employ a consistent & disciplined business process for account planning & strategic engagement - Engagement strategy must include joint planning & problem solving focusing on meeting their specific goals & objectives - Identify & engage key decisions-makers & influencers in designated brokerage/consultant firms - Educate brokers/consultants on KP product portfolio & how to appropriately position KP for success in customer accounts - Identify brokerage/consultant needs & develop appropriate solutions - Anticipate implications of industry trends & KP changes & proactively engage brokers/consultants about issues that impact their business - Develop & execute account plans to ensure attainment of account specific goals - Identify & collect appropriate information to better understand business issues, problems & opportunities - Understand the customer's political landscape - Understand & use industry, financial, & organizational data - Accurately diagnoses customers' business strengths, weaknesses, & key issues that can inform how health care benefits decisions are made in the customer's organization - Effective use of the revenue investment funds to support business targets - Understand the opportunities, our business position, & what motivates decisions - Build an effective case review for management approval - Partner w/ UW to agree on the optimal use of the revenue investment fund - Leverage risk over opportunities - Present a persuasive business case to customers and/or brokers - Review outcomes & learn from results in order to identify & maximize future opportunities - Understand & influence the medical risk in a particular account as it affects growth & margin - Create programs that educate members w/ the goal of achieving sustainable behavior changes - Evaluate BOB to identify accounts where margin can be added & those where we will need to spend to remain competitive w/in the offering - Assume other duties as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 2+ years of experience in marketing, business development, and/or managing business to business relationships required - Bachelor's degree in marketing, finance, business administration OR equivalent experience required - Knowledge of and experience with employee health benefits - Knowledge of underwriting processes, healthcare products, and contracts preferred - Strong computer and analytic skills, including experience creating client presentations using Microsoft Office programs and use of client databases, required - Life license required or ability to obtain one within 120 days of hire date - Proven track record of meeting individual business objectives - Excellent verbal and written communication skills required - Strong interpersonal, presentation, and persuasion skills required - Effective account management skills Preferred Qualifications: - MHA, MPH, or MBA preferred2012-05-05 18:31:21United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134414CAOakland, CA28464510http://kp.jobs/xml/28464510/jobUSABerkeleyTitle: Supervisor, Clinical Technology Integration - Kaiser Permanente - Berkeley, CA Location: Berkeley, CA Supervisor, Clinical Technology Integration Kaiser Permanente Berkeley, CA Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Supervisor of Clinical Technology to oversee the day to day work activities of Systems Integration personnel who perform remote and on-site services including installation, maintenance, and repair of clinical equipment and applications for maximum uptime and availability. This includes monitoring work assignments and balancing workloads as required. Implement best practice processes and procedures to improve productivity, increase customer satisfaction, and insure employee compliance with corporate standards. Essential Functions: - Schedules work and supervises assigned personnel. Resolve conflicts, prioritizes tasks, and provides guidance where needed. - Works with customers to address installation/service related complaints. Escalate urgent matters. Evaluate and improve the quality of service and employee conduct. - Monitor and insure timely completion of all work related documentation associated with projects, installations, service, and safety. Create and maintain accurate work records. - Assists Systems Integration Manager with training needs of technicians and other related field personnel. Insure a properly trained work force. - Assist in the recruitment, hiring, monitoring, evaluating and disciplining of field personnel. Build a work force equipped to meet the current and emerging needs of the Clinical Systems Integration Group. - Provide input to NFS/KPIT that drives changes to design, construction, operational standards for imaging products and services. Optimize existing and future Clinical Technology Equipment. - Promotes a culture of cross-functional and inter-departmental cooperation. Exploit the advantages of Team work. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree related to Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Technology, or equivalent experience. - Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in Biomedical Engineering, Field Service Engineering, or Medical Equipment Maintenance. - Minimum of 8 years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining computer hardware, operating systems, and complex software applications and application systems. Preferred Qualifications: - 2 years of supervisory experience in Biomedical Engineering. Strong leadership, customer service, and analytical skills. - Bachelor's degree related to Biomedical Engineering with minor in Computer Science, or Information Technology.2012-05-05 18:31:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133726CABerkeley, CA28464508http://kp.jobs/xml/28464508/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Behavioral Health Center - LCSW - Thur thru Sat, 11pm to 7:30am Location: Santa Clara, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker:Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Master's degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. - Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - A minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency.2012-05-05 18:30:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133645CASanta Clara, CA28464467http://kp.jobs/xml/28464467/jobUSASan LeandroTitle: Human Resources Project Manager III, (Temporary-Benefited) Location: San Leandro, CA Under general direction, provides leadership to two or more Project Managers. Ensures strategic directions of projects are in line with organizational business plan. Ensures various project teams provide high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise. May also manage a team committed to achieving specified goals of a highly visible, complex and multi-faceted project. This is the third job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At this level, the Project Manager is responsible for providing leadership to lower level Project Managers. This position works on problems of complex and diverse scope where analysis of data requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within broadly defined policies in developing methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership to two (2) or more Project Managers. - Facilitates resolution of major problems encountered by Project Managers. - Works with senior management to negotiate major revisions in time commitment and resource allocation. - Ensures strategic direction of projects are in line with organizational business plan. - Provides general oversight, leadership and technical direction. - Provides leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver and facilitator. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of projects. - Coaches and mentors Project Managers; motivates them to maintain a consistent level of excellence in project management and outcomes. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Secondary Functions: - Primary project work will be in HR, Training and Labor Relations. - Complex communication with bargaining units for successful labor agreements supporting a successful transition to a new facility. - Complex coordination of Hospital and Medical Office services with orientation and training for successful transition to new facility. - Emphasis on complex Project Management skills for coordination of services for opening of new medical office building and hospital. - Partner with Local and Regional Labor Relations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) plus years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, health care administration, operations research, public health administration or other related field or equivalent work experience. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Proven ability to determine key business issues and develop effective action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Excellent leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Healthcare experience strongly preferred. - Experience in Education, Training and/or Labor Relations strongly preferred - Project Management Certification preferred. Schedule: Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 hours per week, Day shifts. Monday through Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm. Sunday and Saturday as needed based on operational needs. This is a Temporary Benefited position for a period up to: two and a half (2.5) years.2012-05-05 18:30:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134065CASan Leandro, CA28464468http://kp.jobs/xml/28464468/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Health Education Instructor II (120230) Location: Santa Clara, CA Conducts health education classes using basic to moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser members and non-members. May conduct classes of various health related topics. Essential Functions: - Teaches and models self-management skills, concepts, resources, and tools related to health, lifestyle change and behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction and counseling as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants and modifies class content or teaching methods to meet those needs. - Applies evidence-based education techniques in teaching methods. - Answers questions and provides class participants w/ appropriate resources of information. - Arranges and coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, and audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, and timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers and collects class evaluation forms and class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, and answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training and education such as those related to workplace safety, legal and regulatory compliance, accreditation and license requirements, and department specific requirements. - Maintains and promotes knowledge and utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, and behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente and through the community. Secondary Functions: - Represent Kaiser Permanente at companies in Santa Clara County. - Conduct non-diagnostic biometric screenings and/or fitness evaluations at worksite. - Interpret results of screenings and fitness evaluations. - Provide appropriate health education designed for the improvement of participant's health. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent related to field of course instruction. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification in the field as appropriate to the course instruction - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and group process. - Basic knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, and behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques and presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently and exercise professional judgment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience conducting fitness evaluations (step test, grip strength, sit and reach). - Ability to measure and interpret blood pressure. - Knowledge of health impact of body mass index and body composition. - Minimum of 1 year of experience conducting biometric screenings.2012-05-05 18:30:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134144CASanta Clara, CA28464469http://kp.jobs/xml/28464469/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Health Education Instructor II (120231) Location: Santa Clara, CA Conducts health education classes using basic to moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser members and non-members. May conduct classes of various health related topics. Essential Functions: - Teaches and models self-management skills, concepts, resources, and tools related to health, lifestyle change and behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction and counseling as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants and modifies class content or teaching methods to meet those needs. - Applies evidence-based education techniques in teaching methods. - Answers questions and provides class participants w/ appropriate resources of information. - Arranges and coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, and audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, and timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers and collects class evaluation forms and class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, and answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training and education such as those related to workplace safety, legal and regulatory compliance, accreditation and license requirements, and department specific requirements. - Maintains and promotes knowledge and utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, and behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente and through the community. Secondary Functions: - Represent Kaiser Permanente at companies in Santa Clara County. - Conduct non-diagnostic biometric screenings and/or fitness evaluations at worksite. - Interpret results of screenings and fitness evaluations. - Provide appropriate health education designed for the improvement of participant's health. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent related to field of course instruction. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification in the field as appropriate to the course instruction - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and group process. - Basic knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, and behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques and presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently and exercise professional judgment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience conducting fitness evaluations (step test, grip strength, sit and reach). - Ability to measure and interpret blood pressure. - Knowledge of health impact of body mass index and body composition. - Minimum of 1 year of experience conducting biometric screenings.2012-05-05 18:30:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134148CASanta Clara, CA28464470http://kp.jobs/xml/28464470/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Health Education Instructor II (120232) Location: Santa Clara, CA Conducts health education classes using basic to moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser members and non-members. May conduct classes of various health related topics. Essential Functions: - Teaches and models self-management skills, concepts, resources, and tools related to health, lifestyle change and behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction and counseling as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants and modifies class content or teaching methods to meet those needs. - Applies evidence-based education techniques in teaching methods. - Answers questions and provides class participants w/ appropriate resources of information. - Arranges and coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, and audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, and timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers and collects class evaluation forms and class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, and answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training and education such as those related to workplace safety, legal and regulatory compliance, accreditation and license requirements, and department specific requirements. - Maintains and promotes knowledge and utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, and behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente and through the community. Secondary Functions: - Represent Kaiser Permanente at companies in Santa Clara County. - Conduct non-diagnostic biometric screenings and/or fitness evaluations at worksite. - Interpret results of screenings and fitness evaluations. - Provide appropriate health education designed for the improvement of participant's health. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent related to field of course instruction. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification in the field as appropriate to the course instruction - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and group process. - Basic knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, and behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques and presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently and exercise professional judgment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience conducting fitness evaluations (step test, grip strength, sit and reach). - Ability to measure and interpret blood pressure. - Knowledge of health impact of body mass index and body composition. - Minimum of 1 year of experience conducting biometric screenings.2012-05-05 18:30:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134162CASanta Clara, CA28464471http://kp.jobs/xml/28464471/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Clin Documentation Consultant Location: Oakland, CA This position uses clinical knowledge & knowledge of coded data for documentation requirements to improve overall patient quality, capture severity, acuity & risk of mortality. In addition to have expertise in understanding the clinical documentation required for the completeness of the patient records using a multidisciplinary team process. Essential Functions: - Adheres to the hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships & team building. - Establishes effective working relationships w/the local & regional staff/teams/leadership. - Facilitates appropriate clinical documentation to support diagnosis capture & to ensure the level of service rendered to all patients is recorded. - Identifies & reviews primary & secondary diagnosis & complications to ensure diagnosis documentation & capture through addendums may identify patients who need to be seen. - Identify & review for POA (Present on Admission) documentation. - Reviews clinical issues w/medical coding staff & w/physicians to identify those diagnoses that impact severity of illness indicators for each patient. - Serves as an expert resource in reviewing all medical records in support of consistent documentation for all payer types (i.e. CMS, Medicare-Advantage, etc) to ensure complete & accurate diagnosis capture & coding. - Collaborates in the development of programs which provide alignment w/education for internal customers to support clinical documentation guidelines. - Communicates information effectively w/medical center leaders. - Works w/Coding Review Manager to develop, implement & monitor departmental policies & procedures that support organizational goals, business objectives, regulatory needs & requirements. - Conducts data & root cause analysis, provides feedback & shares findings on the analysis to leaders, local regional management & medical team. - Queries medical staff for accurate clear documentation in the patients medical records. Monitor & track verbal & written queries & produce reports as require Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 3-5 years clinical experience (i.e. inpatient, clinical documentation, discharge planning, case management). - Seasoned coders w/clinical knowledge & experience w/over 10+ years may also qualify. - Graduate from an accredited school of nursing (BSN required). - Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California & Non-CA.Or graduate from an accredited RHIA or RHIT program (AA or BS/BA required); Or Medical Doctor license outside/inside the US. - Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal, non-verbal, & listening skills). - Understand Adult Learning Theory. - Competent computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, & presentation software. - Must have strong analytical skills. - Understand coding classifications systems such as, but not limited to ICD-9 CM, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedural Coding (HCPCS), MS-DRG, HCC strongly preferred. - Demonstrated ability to conduct & interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis. - Proven leadership skills in project management & consulting. - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, & results orientation. - Demonstrate an understanding of the operations &/or business of KP, health policy trends, & any applicable regulations related to the responsible practice area. Preferred Qualifications: - For HIM professional a certificate is required in one of the following: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (CCS-P) - 8-10 years of inpatient coding experience, including MS-DRG, APR-DRG or similar methodology.2012-05-05 18:30:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134218CAOakland, CA28464472http://kp.jobs/xml/28464472/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Laboratory Services Coordinator [SAC IVF 79 LAB COOR F/T] Location: Sacramento, CA Responsible for the supervision and daily operations of the laboratory, coordinating all unit activities and promoting optimal department performance. Essential Functions: - Supervises and ensures the quality, quantity, and reliability of the work performed by all laboratory support staff. - Optimally schedules and distributes personnel during periods of varying work load. - Acts as liaison between medical staff and clinical laboratory to clarify orders, obtain missing information, resolve problems, and coordinate the processing of special tests. - Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local, medical center, and departmental regulations and policies. - Ensures that work areas are maintained for cleanliness, safety, and aesthetics. - Provides staff with ongoing training, orientation, evaluation, coaching, and discipline. - Fosters teamwork and harmonious relationships within the department. - Handles and resolves patient and staff concerns in a timely manner. - Responds to patient care issues to maintain quality of service. - Determines the supplies needed for operation of the laboratory. - Maintains a cost effective budget and keeps current with new products and vendors. - Assists in the coordination and maintenance of the laboratory disaster plan. - Develops procedures and systems to meet patient care, staff and physician needs. - Maintains and updates departmental manuals. - Collects workload data and other statistical data as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience in a clinical laboratory (usually five (5) years). - Previous supervisory experience (usually one to three (3) years). - Recent experience in a high volume clinical laboratory required. - Bachelor's degree in Business or Health Sciences or equivalent years of experience required. - Current phlebotomy or technologist certification (CPT) preferred by Regional Laboratory required by Medical Center Labs. - Knowledge of management theories and principles. - Knowledge of medical terminology. - Strong written and verbal skills required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: 40Hrs per week, days vary (Mon - Fri 7:00AM - 4:00PM; Sat, Sun: 7:00AM - 11:30AM)2012-05-05 18:30:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134259CASacramento, CA28464473http://kp.jobs/xml/28464473/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Genetic Counselor Location: Sacramento, CA Independently provides genetic counseling and referral services for patients of all age groups (including obstetric and cancer patients) who have or are at risk for genetic conditions or birth defects. Acts as a consultant to health care providers regarding highly specialized genetic information pertinent to management of their patients. Administers state, regional, and local programs that provide genetic services to members. Essential Functions: - Provides genetic counseling services for all areas of medical genetics including pediatric, prenatal, adult, and cancer referrals. - Assesses recurrence risks and recommends medical or genetic testing based on analysis of the risk, benefit, and cost. - Provides crisis intervention and psychosocial counseling regarding genetic conditions. - Makes referrals for ongoing care and support. - Provides case management for complex genetics cases, including coordinating medical recommendations and management plans, testing, and ongoing counseling. - Develops, implements, and coordinates a wide variety of genetic programs (e.g., prenatal diagnosis, expanded AFP, carrier screening, and specialty clinics) at the local or regional level. - Follows guidelines mandated by the State of California. - Develops and presents programs and classes for pediatric, adult, obstetric and cancer patients. - Produces culturally sensitive and age appropriate patient and health professional education materials, and participates in community education programs. - Develops and presents inservice education to physicians and other health care providers regarding genetic services and current medical genetics topics. - Maintains local and regional statistics, survey trends, and adjusts protocols to ensure appropriate patient referral and care. - Maintains current knowledge of advances in the field of genetics. - Recommends/implements enhanced clinical practice standards. - May participate in research projects. - Provides input into local and regional polices and guidelines and hiring of new staff. - Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and increase services. - Serves as preceptor for graduate genetic counseling students and medical residents. - Other duties as assigned. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous computer experience preferred. - Master's degree in Genetic Counseling. - Effective 1/1/12, must be Board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics, or the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC). - Also, must have a Genetic Counselor License issued by the California state department of public health, or a temporary Genetic Counselor license. - For temporary genetic counselor license, must work under the supervision of a licensed Genetic Counselor or licensed physician: expiration is after 24 months - or 30 days after notification that the applicant has failed the ABGC certification exam and it cannot be renewed (which ever comes first). - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements. - Demonstrated refined analytic and diagnostic reasoning skills. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. - Ability to clearly explain complex medical information in both verbal and written form. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. ++Primary responsibilities in Sacramento offices, but requires some travel to support Modesto Genetics ++2012-05-05 18:30:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134279CASacramento, CA28464474http://kp.jobs/xml/28464474/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Emergency Department Location: South San Francisco, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) provides & coordinates emergency nursing care for patients for a designated time frame. Participates in patient/family teaching & provides leadership in working cooperatively w/members of the health care team to maintain standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Essential Functions: - MSE reflecting sound clinical knowledge & judgment, & consistent w/Standardized Procedure & State/Federal regulations. - Provision of competent Emergency nursing care, for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population the facility serves. - Works within scope of practice, including standardized procedures, & communicates clearly w/all members of health care team. - Completes duties w/regard to safety practices & policies, including infection control, workplace safety, & management of aggressive behaviors. - Provision of care is consistent w/EMTALA, Nurse Practice Act, Title 22 & other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality & risk management. - Proficiencies in emergency responses such as resuscitation/codes, hazmat response, & emergency childbirth. - Proficient in the use of computers in documentation, tracking, conveying information. - Teamwork w/all internal & external departments & agencies involved in the provision of care. - Medication administration & management including titrating infusions & pediatric medications. - Requires dependable attendance to scheduled shifts & required staff development. - Maintains all required licenses, certifications & professional development/ continuing education requirements per department & facility standards. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual & cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement & patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care in collaboration w/the health care team. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, & continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, & supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by all health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs & implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate, & concise manner. - Demonstrates knowledge of & applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, & documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility & accountability for own professional practice. - Participates in department & interdepartmental Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately & coordinates duties of health care team members. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions w/patients, families, & all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients, & families. - Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates & provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize & coordination) to LVN's, ED Technicians, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One year of recent (within the last three years) experience as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program & completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience OR Graduate of registered nursing program & either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care & has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Successful completion of, or enrollment leading to successful completion of, the KP Emergency Nursing Course w/ preceptorship, or equivalent training, or equivalent experience. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - ACLS & PALS certification required within six months of date of hire into ED position; TNCC, if required, within one year of date of hire into ED position. Depending on the facility, TNCC or NRP may also be required for this position. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written & oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-05 18:30:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133159CASouth San Francisco, CA28464464http://kp.jobs/xml/28464464/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Emergency Department Location: South San Francisco, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) provides & coordinates emergency nursing care for patients for a designated time frame. Participates in patient/family teaching & provides leadership in working cooperatively w/members of the health care team to maintain standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Essential Functions: - MSE reflecting sound clinical knowledge & judgment, & consistent w/Standardized Procedure & State/Federal regulations. - Provision of competent Emergency nursing care, for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population the facility serves. - Works within scope of practice, including standardized procedures, & communicates clearly w/all members of health care team. - Completes duties w/regard to safety practices & policies, including infection control, workplace safety, & management of aggressive behaviors. - Provision of care is consistent w/EMTALA, Nurse Practice Act, Title 22 & other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality & risk management. - Proficiencies in emergency responses such as resuscitation/codes, hazmat response, & emergency childbirth. - Proficient in the use of computers in documentation, tracking, conveying information. - Teamwork w/all internal & external departments & agencies involved in the provision of care. - Medication administration & management including titrating infusions & pediatric medications. - Requires dependable attendance to scheduled shifts & required staff development. - Maintains all required licenses, certifications & professional development/ continuing education requirements per department & facility standards. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual & cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement & patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care in collaboration w/the health care team. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, & continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, & supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by all health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs & implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate, & concise manner. - Demonstrates knowledge of & applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, & documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility & accountability for own professional practice. - Participates in department & interdepartmental Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately & coordinates duties of health care team members. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions w/patients, families, & all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients, & families. - Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates & provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize & coordination) to LVN's, ED Technicians, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One year of recent (within the last three years) experience as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program & completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience OR Graduate of registered nursing program & either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care & has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Successful completion of, or enrollment leading to successful completion of, the KP Emergency Nursing Course w/ preceptorship, or equivalent training, or equivalent experience. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - ACLS & PALS certification required within six months of date of hire into ED position; TNCC, if required, within one year of date of hire into ED position. Depending on the facility, TNCC or NRP may also be required for this position. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written & oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-05 18:30:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133160CASouth San Francisco, CA28464465http://kp.jobs/xml/28464465/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: EEG Technologist II - Grade 610 Location: Santa Rosa, CA The EEG Technician, a member of the Neurology team, functions under the direction of the Chief and Service Unit Manager. The EEG Technician will perform a variety of neurological tests and procedures for diagnostic purposes. EssentialFunctions: - Willing to provide excellent service within the bounds of one's ability, policies and bargaining unit agreement, as applicable. - Demonstration of a service-oriented philosophy. - Demonstrates and maintains professional conduct including courtesy and patience in all interactions with patients, members, physicians, co-workers, volunteers and visitors. - Must be able to perform all duties as per department specific functional and environment requirements. - Good verbal and written communication skills in English required. - Ability to follow standard Medical Center procedures and perform duties involving a degree of independent judgment, speed and accuracy. - Must satisfactorily complete training and evidence competency in PARRS, MRMS, and windows-based computer software. - Ability to maintain courteous relationships with patients and staff, both in person and on the telephone required. - Flexibility required, as hours, days and departments may vary according to facility needs. Some weekends, holidays and/or evenings may be required. Quality of Work: - Prepares patient for procedure and completes basic data collection information. - Performs EEG testing as ordered within scope of practice. - Demonstrates competency in specific technical skills as evidenced by skills/competency inventory. - Documents in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to patient/family rights, cultural/religious beliefs and age specific needs. Teamwork/Interpersonal Relations: - Demonstrates effective working relationships with healthcare team members, patients, and families. - Demonstrates effective communication skills. - Demonstrates effective response in crisis or emergency situations. Quantity of Work: - Demonstrate good time management and organizational skills. - Performs required tasks and assumes responsibility of assignment within limits of given scheduled work time. - Functions under the supervision of Physician and manager. - Follows-up on activities to ensure continuity of patient care. Quality Improvement/Risk Management: - Participates in the department's quality equipment maintenance and improvement process. - Participates in maintaining safe working environment. Professional Development: - Accountable for continued improvement of own practice. - Attends in-services and staff meetings to maintain knowledge of department functions, policies, and procedures. - Proactive in seeking educational opportunities to improve technical and clinical decision-making skills. Service Commitment: - Demonstrates service commitment by adhering to Medical Center mission and standards. - Demonstrates a service orientation and openness to creative and innovative approaches. - Exhibits flexibility in compliance with staffing and other work routines. - Demonstrates accountability for keeping up with informational activities/processes. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Demonstrated ability to perform under minimum supervision the routine Electoencephalograph, Evoked Potentials and other specialized procedures in accordance tithe the requirements/specifications of the Employer. - Completion of at least six (6) months on the job training, or graduation for an approved Electroneurodiagnostic school in the operation of EEG and Evoked Potential equipment. - High School diploma or GED equivalent.2012-05-05 18:30:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132532CASanta Rosa, CA28464462http://kp.jobs/xml/28464462/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Inpatient Pharmacist - Grade 15 [VAL-201864] Location: Vallejo, CA Under indirect supervision, monitors and/or manages the medication therapy of specific hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Performs other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Under indirect supervision, monitors and/or manages the medication therapy of specific hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies and sensitivities - Advises patients of directions for use, medication, storage requirements, importance or compliance, precautions and warning for medication therapy - Provides medical personnel with medication information drug therapy options, and pharmacokinetic dosing advice - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores and distributes pharmacy products - Verifies accuracy of medication preparation and dispensing by pharmacy personnel - Participates in assigned education and training programs - Provides direction to Pharmacists Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians, and other non-licensed personnel - Performs other duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License - B.S. in Pharmacy req'd, Pharm.D. preferred - American Heart Association approved Basic Life Support (BLS) card required for existing incumbents by 12/31/2010. Current BLS card required for new hires effective 12/20/2009. - Must be able to obtain an NPI# within one month in position - Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease states, and related information for medical management plan - Aseptic technique and preparation of sterile IV products and chemotherapeutic agents - Emergency medication/drug monitoring - Federal and State laws and regulations regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Extract pertinent information from patient/other sources for the patient's medical management plan - Must have the ability to teach and be able to evaluate the effectiveness of the teaching - Possess excellent verbal/written communication skills - Operate pharmacy computer system(s) and other equipment - Read fine print - Lift or transport 1-50 lbs - Frequent bending/reaching/stooping - Must be able to generate prescription labels - MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK - Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment Schedule: Sunday - Saturday, variable shift may include working weekends, evenings, & nights.2012-05-05 18:30:51United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132227CAVallejo, CA28464461http://kp.jobs/xml/28464461/jobUSABaldwin ParkTitle: Case Mgr Specialty RN Location: Baldwin Park, CA Works collaboratively with an assigned panel of physicians to manage the patient's specialized needs. The managing team does differ according to the chronic disease. Duties include assessment to identify member needs and development of specific care management plan to address needs. In conjunction with the physician, implements care/treatment plan by coordinating access to health services across multiple providers/disciplines, monitors care, makes determination to arrange transportation and transfer patient if indicated, identifies cost-effective measures, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care and utilization of resources, promotes self-care management, and ensures paper work is completed. Is an indirect caregiver. Complies with other duties as described. Must be able to work collaboratively with the Multidisciplinary team. Essential Functions: - Evaluates and identifies members' needs. - Interfaces with primary care physicians, specialists, and various disciplines on the development of case management plans/programs. - Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of the case management plans and modifies as necessary. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization management, transfer coordination, discharge planning, and obtaining all authorizations/approvals/transfers as needed for outside services for patients/families. - Acts as a clinical liaison, per their specialty, with outside agencies such as County CCS, non-plan facilities, outside providers, employers and/or workers' compensation carriers, and third party administrators. - Prepares reports, communicates program changes to appropriate staff, and develops protocols in accordance with state regulations. - Acts as a patient advocate and educator to assure that the patient has the knowledge to care for his/her condition and patient is educated and empowered to be responsible for participating in the plan of care. - Develops individualized patient/family education plan focused on self-management; delivers patient/family education specific to a disease state. - Develops and updates training and educational materials and presents to appropriate staff, members and families. - Facilitates patients' return to normal daily activities by teaching and making appropriate referrals for outside services/continued care. - Consults with internal and external physicians, health care providers, discharge planners, and outside agencies regarding continued care/treatment or hospitalization or referral to support services or placement. - May need to facilitate transportation and housing arrangements for patient. - Coordinates transmission of clinical and benefit treatment to patients, families and outside agencies. - Participates in data collection and analysis of clinical outcomes of care and customer satisfaction standards. - Participates in the formulation and implementation/monitoring of action strategies and outcomes of care or customer service. - Ensures that accurate records are maintained of the care associated with each patient. - Interprets regulations, health plan benefits, policies, and procedures for members, physicians, medical office staff, contract providers, and outside agencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience as an RN in an acute care or ambulatory care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred OR current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - For positions in Occupational Medicine Departments: Must be a Certified Occupational Health Nurse OR complete the certification within 24 months of employment and be enrolled in the certification program within 90 days of employment. - For positions in Physical Medicine Case Managers are required to have a BLS Certification. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, care coordination, transfer coordination, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills required.2012-05-04 18:42:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133561CABaldwin Park, CA28437203http://kp.jobs/xml/28437203/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: AMB CARE DEPT SUP, RN Location: Panorama City, CA During one 8-hour shift, provides first-line operational supervision for assigned functional area of responsibility (e.g., MOB primary or specialty care department, urgent care, day/evening/night shift in emergency medicine department). Ensures that health care staff delivering ambulatory care/patient services provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient-focused services to members that comply w/ KP standards as well as w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Within assigned area: implements, supervises/ monitors, & maintains clinical practice & quality management standards, budgets, & staff competencies/development. Essential Functions: - In assigned area/function, supervises the operations and delivery of patient care services - Ensures staff provide highest quality of care which complies with the Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, federal/state/local requirements - Establishes and maintains effective, collaborative relationships with physicians and other departments - Collaborates with nursing and other departments to resolve patient care issues, meet access demands, provide convenient hours of operation, improve the cost structure, and develop consistent policies and procedures - Supervises and maintains patient care and quality service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues - Recommends and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care - Assists in developing and monitoring budgets and resource allocations and financial performance and identifies and recommends strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service - Supervises use and maintenance of equipment, supplies and medications - Assists managers/ assistant managers in developing and maintaining the competency of all department staff - Supervises and monitors the implementation of departmental polices and procedures which support the goals and business objectives of the department and organization - Collaborates with physicians, department chief, and nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services and the day-to-day operations of the department - Measuring and improving internal and external customer satisfaction - Assists in managing and resolving human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous clinical nursing experience in outpatient care required or other relevant clinical experience required (usually two (2) - three (3) years) - Previous supervisory experience required (usually two (2) years) - Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience (usually four (4) years) in nursing or health care related field such as management - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing - Current California RN license required - CPR certification required - Clinical specialization in area of practice (e.g., pediatrics) preferred - Demonstrated knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, federal regulations Preferred Qualifications: - Computer skills in Word, Excel, and Powerpoint - Data entry and 10 Key KSPM skills - BLS, ACLS, PALS Notes: - Schedule shift hours varies2012-05-04 18:42:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133896CAPanorama City, CA28437205http://kp.jobs/xml/28437205/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Nursing Department Assistant Manager, RN Location: Los Angeles, CA For one large unit or more than one smaller unit within a 24 hour department, supervises the implementation, delivery and evaluation/improvement of quality patient care/nursing operations and services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcomes measures, as well as with departmental, business and organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises the delivery of nursing services and patient care within one unit(s) which are integrated with business and department plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that unit(s) services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 or more employees or more than one smaller unit. - Ensures patient care and quality standards are met and comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures, utilization and clinical/performance standards and measures. - Supervises and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within the unit. - Supervises day-to-day activities of the unit(s); monitors quality service and utilization standards; supervises shift(s) activities and delivery of patient care. - Supervises unit(s) day- to- day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development and the delivery of patient care. - Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation and utilization of unit(s) personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works with health care providers outside of the unit(s) to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models developed in unit(s) or by other units. - Investigates and resolves patient/family/member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit(s) operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually three [3] - four [4] years) including two (2) years of leadership experience. - BSN or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required or completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree within two (2) years of hire. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current CPR certification required. - ACLS certification preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement and clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state and local regulatory requirements interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - NRP - MSN - National neonatal certification - Previous charge nurse experience. - Critical care certification RN, NRP instructor; management experience preferred. - Three - five (3-5) years of Neonatal ICU experience, management skills necessary, strong leadership ability. Notes: - Rotating Weekends. - Work hours may vary between 7:30 am - 7:30 pm. - Total hours - exempt, eighty (80) hours per pay period.2012-05-04 18:42:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134006CALos Angeles, CA28437206http://kp.jobs/xml/28437206/jobUSALa PalmaTitle: Pharmacist - (OCP-4156) Location: La Palma, CA Under indirect supervision, consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provide direction to Pharmacist Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians, & non-licensed personnel. Dispenses compounds, procures, stores, & distributes pharmacy products. Provide medical personnel & patients w/ medication & information & product identification. Perform other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Interviews patient to obtain information regarding drug use, drug allergies & sensitivities & documents the information to appropriate records of the pharmacy information system; advises patients verbally & w/ written materials on significant precautions, proper drug therapy & administration, the use of related devices & the coordination of drug therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Reviews & interprets prescription orders & verifies accuracy & completeness of patient labeling & input into pharmacy information system - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmaceuticals & pharmacy products, including antineoplastics and/or other sterile products as required, according to legal requirements, established policies & procedures, & accepted professional standards of practice - Evaluates & resolves real or potential drug therapy problems related to interpretation of prescriptions, drug furnishing irregularities, service complaints & issues such as drug procurement or equipment problems, according to established polices & procedures - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning care & treatment of patients, related critical diagnoses, drug dosage, interactions, dosage forms, & other factors which might influence the course of treatment & the activity medications; suggests changes in drug therapy and/or use, as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe & efficient work environment Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current registration with the California State Board of Pharmacy - Must have excellent verbal & written communication skills - Knowledge of federal & state laws, regulations, & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Must be able to type prescription labels MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Preferred Qualifications: - Ability tostand for long periods oftime, read fine print, communicate with co-workers and patients -Lift or transport items weighing from 1-50 lbs -Frequent bending/stooping/reaching Notes: - PR# OCP-4156 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required -Position may include working at multiple locations2012-05-04 18:42:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132705CALa Palma, CA28437189http://kp.jobs/xml/28437189/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Intern Pharmacist - (KK1212) Location: Harbor City, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 wpm - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate with co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50 lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching Notes: - PR# KK-1212 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required2012-05-04 18:42:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132722CAHarbor City, CA28437190http://kp.jobs/xml/28437190/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Crna PD T3 Location: Bellflower, CA Under the medical supervision of an anesthesiologist, administers general & regional anesthesia for all types of surgical, obstetrical, & other procedures that require anesthesia services, to patients of various age groups including: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, & geriatric in accordance w/ hospital & departmental standards of care. Such intervention may include, but not be limited to: airway management; maintenance of fluid balance; homeostasis; monitoring; response to emergencies related to airway management & cardiopulmonary resuscitation; & management of patients on ventilators. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. JCAHO, Title 22, Regional and Department requirements). - Evaluates patients pre-operatively by interviewing and examining patient; reviews chart for relevant information. - In collaboration with the anesthesiologist selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination. - Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of each age group served: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. - Selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination. - Evaluates patient's response to pre-medication. - Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist regarding special concerns of patient. - Checks anesthesia equipment daily and between cases to assure safe operating condition. - Prepares drugs for administration. - Administers anesthesia in accordance with delineated clinical privileges and any conditions or restrictions imposed thereof. - Monitors the patient intra-operatively. - Evaluates operative and post-operative condition of patient and takes necessary action to maintain stability. - Evaluates the patients postoperatively (within 24 hours). - Precepts student nurse anesthetists. - Maintains an accurate accounting of controlled substances in accordance with departmental guidelines. - Maintains equipment and supplies as outlined in department policies and procedures. - Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. JCAHO, CAC Title 22, Regional and Department requirements). - Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations when interacting with public, patients, staff, and other personnel. - May perform other duties within scope of licensure/certification as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience in anesthesia for major procedures involving extensive monitoring and fluid, blood, and electrolyte replacement for various age group patients. - Graduate of an educational program in Nurse Anesthesia accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs and Schools. - Certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) approved and accepted by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. - Certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist issued by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists and/or Council on Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists. - CRNA eligible and must achieve certification within five (5) months of date of program completion to continue employment. - Valid BCLS card. - Valid ACLS and/or PALS card where required. - Valid California RN license. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Skills: CRNA's must demonstrate both technical/clinical and professional skill and ability along with all related techniques and procedures within the scope of practice as defined by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs. - Additional skills are required in charting and documentation, knowledge of equipment and supplies, productivity, job and personal maturity communication, and education and staff development. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of standard Anesthesia work processes and ASA guidelines - Knowledge of Anesthesia Pharmacology - Two (2) years experience in a high volume ambulatory surgery center facility within the past five (5) years - Experience in the application of standard KP Information systems, e.g. KP Healthconnect, KITS, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office, Powerpoint, Excel, and Word Notes: - Schedule varies, multiple shift assignments - Rotating weekends2012-05-04 18:42:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132818CABellflower, CA28437192http://kp.jobs/xml/28437192/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Surgery Scheduling Clerk (Bilingual) Location: Bakersfield, CA Under direct supervision coordinates & schedules medical appointments & surgical procedures for physicians, surgeons, & health care providers. Will promote a professional atmosphere, project a positive attitude, maintain confidentiality, & show initiative & responsibility in performance of duties. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Representative Tasks: Schedules referred member for surgeries and procedures to be performed by coordinating patients, facilities, pertinent departments,and physicians/health care providers. - Coordinates with physicians/health care providers and office personnel the scheduling of surgical assistants and surgical proctors as needed. - Maintains a constant working knowledge of databases and computer systems as utilized in the department. - Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations when interfacing with other personnel, Health Plan members and the public. - Accurately completes forms and documents. - Follows established guidelines for appropriate documentation and reporting. - Coordinates the referral process for specialty departments through collecting information and tracking referrals, appointments,and outcomes. - Assist in resolution of issues as related to appointments and outcomes. - Assist with clerical duties and data collection as directed. - Principle Job Duties and Skills: Schedules new referrals for the specialty departments. - Schedules surgeries performed by the specialty providers by coordinating patient, facility,and physician. - Coordinates with outside providers and office personnel the scheduling of assistants and proctors if needed for surgery. - Schedules pre-op and post-op appointment and informs patient. - Reschedules surgeries with physician, patient, assisting physician and facility when needed. - Notifies patient by telephone or mail of available appointment times and/or appointment changes due to cancellations or revision of physician time. - Completes surgery scheduling forms for the appropriate outside facilities and completes referral forms for the Quality Resource Management Department for every surgery scheduled. - Types a daily list of surgeries scheduled and forwards to the Quality Resource Management Department. - Maintains a constant working knowledge of the automated appointment system (OPAS). - Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with personnel, Health Plan Members and the public. - Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II - Minimum one (1) year of recent experience in medical office/acute care facility. -Previous recent experience with computer systems and typing (35WPM). - Referral/scheduling experience, preferred. - High School Graduate or equivalent. - Medical terminology. Notes: - 8 Hour shift within 12 hour period of 7am -7pm. - Must pass the bilingual assessment test.2012-05-04 18:42:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132822CABakersfield, CA28437193http://kp.jobs/xml/28437193/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Staff RN - Hospital/ Per Diem Nights f380-1 Onco Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN licenseand AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year within the last three (3) years full time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Preferred Qualifications: - ONS certified and at least one (1) year recent chemotherapy experience. Notes: - PC# f380-1. - Rotating weekends. - This is a twelve (12) hour shift.2012-05-04 18:42:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133106CASan Diego, CA28437199http://kp.jobs/xml/28437199/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Staff RN - Hospital/ Per Diem f380-3 Nights Onco Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN licenseand AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year within the last three (3) years full time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Preferred Qualifications: - ONS certified and at least one (1) year recent chemotherapy experience. Notes: - PC# f380-3. - Rotating weekends. - This is a twelve (12) hour shift.2012-05-04 18:42:16United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133115CASan Diego, CA28437200http://kp.jobs/xml/28437200/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Psychosocial Clinician II/Couns II - Per Diem Location: San Diego, CA Essential Functions: Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - LCSW license required - Master's degree in Social Work required - Current and valid CA Driver's license and proof of current auto insurance as required by law. - Current CPR card required. - Provide counceling and emotional support to hospice and palliative patients and their families related to end of life issues. - Demonstrate knowledge of individual and group psychotherapeutic treatment modalities and techniques related to loss, grieving and lifestyle changes. PreferredQualifications: - Previous hospice experience preferred. - Dynamics of Grief and Loss, Death and Dying, and Dysfunctional Family Systems; knowledge of community resources; adult, child and substance abuse cases experience as well as other high risk situations - Basiccomputer skills to include MS Word and email applications, Health Connect/EMR - Data Entry Notes: - Per Diem, rotate on call weekends/after hours - Travel up to 80%. - Job requires travel to patient homes. - Must have reliable transportation.2012-05-04 18:42:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132376CASan Diego, CA28437183http://kp.jobs/xml/28437183/jobUSACoronaTitle: Psych Social Worker (Bilingual) Location: Corona, CA The psychiatric social worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention & psycho-education to members and/or family members. Must be familiar with all aspects of psychopathology and recognize the appropriate and timely clinical treatment intervention needed. The psychiatric social worker may work with specific age group as is determined by training and certificate. Must be familiar with and have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. A major time of the position will be spent in direct patient care. Essential Functions: - Competencies: Timely & appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning & treatment intervention of members. - Appropriate selection of treatment modality to member's presenting problem. - Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member & clinical staff. - Provides high internal & external customer/patient satisfaction. - Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies. - Provides appropriate & timely documentation of clinical encounters in member's charts. - Is knowledgeable of KP & community resources. - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care & license - Maintains license. - Conduct initial interview w/ Members by eliciting & interpreting the psychological & social meaning of complaints. - Determines urgency of member's need. - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation & recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality. - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents, & children. - Renders appropriate & immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services. - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports & letters; phones, writes & visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools, relatives, and friends to obtain pertinent information. - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants & community resources - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information & referrals. - Proficient in identifying & treating the span of developmental stages. - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group, family, & child therapy. - Complies w/ organizational, departmental, state/federal guidelines & all regulatory agency policies & procedures. - Participates in QM & CQI activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of post-graduate experience in a behavioral health setting required. - Master's degree in a social work orbehavioral health fieldrequired. - Valid and current California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license required. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Knowledge of and ability to utilize current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) nomenclature required. - Bilingual (English/Spanish). Level II Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - Provides back up to Health Education. 8 hours/week after 5:00 PM. - Some after hours and weekend coverage required.2012-05-04 18:42:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132391CACorona, CA28437186http://kp.jobs/xml/28437186/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Psychosocial Clinician II/Couns II - Per Diem Location: San Diego, CA Essential Functions: Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - LCSW or LMFT license required - Master's degree in Social Work required - Current and valid CA Driver's license and proof of current auto insurance as required by law. - Current CPR card required. - Provide counceling and emotional support to hospice and palliative patients and their families related to end of life issues. - Demonstrate knowledge of individual and group psychotherapeutic treatment modalities and techniques related to loss, grieving and lifestyle changes. PreferredQualifications: - Previous hospice experience preferred. - Dynamics of Grief and Loss, Death and Dying, and Dysfunctional Family Systems; knowledge of community resources; adult, child and substance abuse cases experience as well as other high risk situations - Basiccomputer skills to include MS Word and email applications, Health Connect/EMR - Data Entry Notes: - Per Diem, rotate on call weekends/after hours - Travel up to 80%. - Job requires travel to patient homes. - Must have reliable transportation.2012-05-04 18:42:08United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132333CASan Diego, CA28437181http://kp.jobs/xml/28437181/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: PeopleSoft Business Analyst-Senior (Walnut Creek, CA) **24 Mo. Duration Position*** Location: Walnut Creek, CA **24 Mo. Duration Position*** This position is responsible for the development, documentation and refinement of processes and system enhancements associated with supporting Kaiser's HR and Benefits programs. The Sr. Business Analyst is responsible for collecting data and providing analysis for complex business issues, particularly in relation to PeopleSoft HCM and HR Helpdesk system enhancements. Essential Functions: Major responsibilities include: - Requirements definition and analysis: Collects and researches specific client requirements for projects and/or production support efforts, identifies requirements, gathers workflow data and basic system and reporting specifications. Develops, implements, and supports common business processes and tools. Recommends basic alternatives to address problems. - User Acceptance Testing coordination: Works with end users to coordinate roles tasks associated end user testing including development of test plans, test cases and identification of test data. - Project execution and tracking: Participates in project management process, including participating in project meetings or leading business analyst activities. May document issues, action items, user requirements, or deliverables from project meetings. Performs a variety of project related activities, including analysis or preparation of documentations and presentations. Accomplishes all work within established methodologies and standards. - Business User/Owner Application Support: Provides 2nd tier application support for assigned application(s). May research functional issues according to defined prioritization/severity scheme. Influences client and gains commitment to changes required. - Customer Service: Actively engages clients through all phases of the project life cycle, ensuring client satisfaction through timely communication and consistent completion of deliverables within communicated timeframes. - Business and process improvement: Identifies opportunities for business or process improvement; makes associated recommendations as appropriate. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of related professional experience. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. - Complete understanding and application of concepts, techniques and standards in general business analysis, as well as IT principles and practices. - Skills required: Analysis/documentation of processes, methods, solutions, etc. - Interpretive - translates business processes and requirements into system specifications. - Broad-based knowledge of information technology and applications.2012-05-04 18:41:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133494CAWalnut Creek, CA28437158http://kp.jobs/xml/28437158/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Business Process Consultant Location: Oakland, CA Business Process Cons Oakland, CA or Burbank, CA Responsible for a range of process improvement and process management activities. Activities include planning, performing, and implementing process improvement initiatives, in addition to ownership of operational processes. These initiatives may represent one portion of a larger project, or may represent a stand alone initiative or function within a work group or department. Process management functions may include data gathering and analysis, best practice research, process mapping, developing and recommending alternatives for improvement, developing performance metrics, obtaining leadership or stakeholder agreement, implementing improvements, and monitoring post-process improvement initiative performance to updated standards. Activities are undertaken and executed in support of organizational goals and are accountable for providing business process solutions to meet internal and external customer expectations. May utilize Lean/Six Sigma processes and concepts to lead process improvement initiatives. Essential Functions: - Data Analysis: Identifies sources for, gathers and analyzes data relevant to processes. May review the work of less senior analysts/consultants. May be responsible for defining data requirements and obtaining customer agreements. - Research: Reviews best practice research prepared by less senior analysts/consultants. Makes recommendations on appropriate solutions based on research; may select from alternatives presented. - Process Architecture: Designs complex processes and reviews the work of less senior analysts/consultants. Ensures process mapping is complete; provides feedback and guidance to less senior analysts/consultants. Interviews stakeholders and process owners to define processes. Helps define standards and methods. - Process Recommendations: Determines process recommendation documents, including presentations, process maps, supporting metrics, business requirements and related impact analyses for complex processes or for portions of larger or inter-related processes. May lead the development of recommendations by less senior analysts/consultants. May apply Lean/Six Sigma concepts and techniques to process improvement initiatives, including completing Lean/Six Sigma analyses and tasks. Shares accountability for realization of results with process owners and may present recommendations to stakeholders and process owners. - Performance Management and Control: Defines, develops and evaluates performance metrics to establish process success, and may participate in working with multiple stakeholders, often with competing/conflicting objectives, to ensure cohesive and reachable measures of success. Reviews data post- implementation to measure success; participates in defining standards of improvement success. - Change Management: Participates in and may lead change management activities associated with process improvement. Engages leadership and stakeholders to obtain support and buy in for changes. Partners with management, project champions, and process owners to align process improvement initiatives with business objectives. - (For Six Sigma Black Belts): May track progress of Six Sigma Green Belt consultants and newly certified Black Belt Consultants in Lean/Six Sigma initiatives. Trains other employees in Lean/Six Sigma concepts and techniques. Coaches and mentors employees seeking Green Belt and Black Belt certification. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Required: Four (4) to eight (8) years of process improvement, management consulting, change management, or related business experience. - Preferred: Nine (9) to twelve (12) years of process improvement, consulting, or related business experience. - Health care or insurance experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. - Graduate degree preferred. - Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification may be required. - Broad knowledge of process improvement methodologies.2012-05-04 18:41:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133901CAOakland, CA28437160http://kp.jobs/xml/28437160/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Data Consultant Location: Santa Rosa, CA Under general supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing and reporting data. This position functions both as consultant and as a high-level statistical analytics programmer. Essential Functions: - Designs and enhances databases. - Designs menu systems that are effective and user-friendly. - Develops reports with accurate, easy to read, useful information. - Designs and generates tracking and monitoring tools. - Participates in the development of outcomes and process measures, including technical specifications, to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, and evaluation. - Builds and maintains complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, and software written by self and others. - Tests and maintains data integrity across multiple databases (internal SAS, DB2, VSAM; external: Adobe, Excel, SAS parsing routines, COBOL). - Builds sophisticated statistical models and forecasting tools using these databases. - Defines and frames complex multi-dimensional healthcare issues and develops time tables/processes for decision making. -Translates needs, issues, and ideas into effective strategies and action plans. - Formulates specific implementation plans and evaluates the effectiveness of actions/programs implemented. - Develops creative alternative solutions. - Works closely with IT and outside partners (and physicians for TPMG departments). - May coordinate team/project activities and schedules. - May assist in the determination of goals and priorities with team, clients, or project management sponsors. - May provide leadership to multi-disciplinary project teams. - Communicates results/recommendations to project sponsors, clients, and various senior level audiences (including physicians for TPMG departments). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) to five (5) years of programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, .net or equivalent statistical analytical programming language. - Experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases required. - Typically three (3) or more years of related analytical consulting experience, healthcare experience preferred. - Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems required. - Bachelor of Arts degree in economics, finance, health care administration, public health administration, statistics, mathematics, operations research, or related field required, OR equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree. - Master's degree preferred. - Broad familiarity with medical practices, especially population management and process and outcomes measurement. - Knowledge of JCL strongly preferred. Microsoft Office skills required. - Very strong analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. - Ability to express complex analytical and technical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training. - Must be an independent self-starter. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-04 18:41:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133758CASanta Rosa, CA28437126http://kp.jobs/xml/28437126/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Case Manager RN Location: South San Francisco, CA Please be aware that this position is currently under review as part of the jurisdictional process with the California Nurses Association to determine whether such position should be assigned to the CNA bargaining unit. This review is on a position-by-position basis& includes an analysis of the actual duties performed in each position under review. This determination will be made within the next several months. Should the determination be made that the position does belong to the CNA bargaining unit, you will be offered the opportunity to (a) follow the work into the CNA bargaining unit& become a member of the union, or (b) seek other employment within the organization. Should you have any questions regarding this notice, please contact your recruiter for further information. Coordinates with physicians, staff, & non-Kaiser providers& facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops treatment plan, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols,& develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses,& evaluates care provided to members. - Develops& maintains case management policies& procedures. - Coordinates, directs,& performs concurrent& retrospective reviews,& monitors level and quality of care. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization management, transfer coordination, discharge planning,& obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for patients/families. - Consults w/ internal& external physicians, health care providers, discharge planning& outside agencies regarding continued care/treatment or hospitalization. - Arranges& monitors follow-up appointments. - Encourages member to follow prescribed course of care (e.g., drug therapy, physical therapy). - Makes referrals to appropriate community services. - Identifies& recommends opportunities for cost savings& improving the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops& collects data,& trends utilization of health care resources. - Interprets regulations, health plan benefits, policies,& procedures for members, physicians, medical office staff, contract providers, and outside agencies. - Coordinates transmission of clinical& benefit treatment to patients, families and outside agencies. - Acts as liaison for outside agencies, non-plan facilities,& outside providers. - In conjunction w/ physicians, evaluates& develops treatment plans, recommends alternative levels of care,& ensures compliance w/ federal, state,& local requirements. - Coordinates repatriation of patients& monitors their quality of care. Secondary Functions: - Creates and periodically reviews& updates policies and procedures, guidelines, & consents all of which are related to stereotactic radiosurgery. - Conducts patient education. - Schedules all SRS patients, taking into account neurosurgeon and radiation oncology schedules. - Coordinates/schedules MRI/CT as needed& notification of patients for all appointment. - Coordinates& participates in the SRS conference and emails all participants patient list. - Calls patients 1-2 days after procedure,answers questions as needed, & receives calls with patient questions pertaining to pre procedure. - Provide overall coordination of care for Radiosurgery patients through entire process of SRS. - Work with patient& family to schedule appointments for consultation, planning & treatment. - Communicates with SRS team as paitent moves through the process. - Educates patients and family about work-up, treatments& follow up. - Coordinates Follow up. - Assists other Case Manager in organizing& executing morning case review of new consultation requests. - Maintains working lists of patients& patient scheduled activities that can be shared with the team. - Assists in collection& reporting of monthly statistics of SRS cases/treatments. - Along with other case manager organize Friday SRS/Neuro Surgery conference in RWC. Includes documentation in patient record. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous case management experience preferred. - Experience in utilization management, discharge planning, or transfer coordination. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in nursing or health related field. - Masters degree preferred. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - PHN preferred. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal/state/local regulations. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in caring for patients undergoing stereotactic radiosurgery, fractionated stereotactic radiotherapy and external beam radiotherapy.2012-05-04 18:41:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133788CASouth San Francisco, CA28437127http://kp.jobs/xml/28437127/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Operations Specialist, (No. 4651) Location: Hayward, CA Under limited supervision, responsible for providing analytical/technical business support for a major project and/or department in a particular KP job family (HR, Finance, Legal, Communications, Facilities, QA, etc.). Under the overall general guidance of a Director and/or Manager, responsible for researching data, performing analyses, presenting results, and making recommendations. Acts as program/policy specialist to assist department and/or cross-divisional groups with assignments/initiatives as required. Collaborates with functional/department subject matter experts in testing and implementing process improvements. Essential Functions: - Under limited supervision, creates narrative and quantitative reports in response to routine and custom reporting requests to meet informational requirements of KP management and/or external agencies and organizations for critical financial, departmental or operational analyses. - Assists w/ identifying requirements for end-user systems applications, developing specifications of data, maintains specialized databases/tables, and oversees processes and access to safeguard data integrity. - Tracks and analyzes monthly reports such as budget, operation activity, and department metrics and consolidates and analyzes for trends and variances. - Participates in various special projects. - May interact w/ KP executives and employees across multiple organizations, as well as external representatives. - Serves as a liaison for the department/function to discuss complex administrative matters, business processes, and project activities to facilitate department goal attainment. - Coordinates project work schedules to meet client expectations and raises conflicting deadlines to management's attention. - Provides complex administrative and project support to a department head and/or senior management using advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, MS Project and/or PowerPoint). - Performs other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) to eight (8) plus years of administrative and operational support within a specific functional level w/ increasing scope and discretion. - Two (2) to three (3) plus years of functional analytical experience. - High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience. - BA/BS preferred. - Excellent customer service and oral and written communication skills required. - Ability to apply and use thorough knowledge of KP policies, practices, business processes, techniques, work standards, and systems. - Uses acquired knowledge of industry practices and standards. - Advanced knowledge of Excel to compile and create complex spreadsheets and reports. - Uses advanced MS Office skills (Word, MS Project, and or/PowerPoint) to create complex presentation materials w/ graphs, illustrations, etc. and proofreads content for accuracy and KP established formatting. - Ability to acquire and use advanced knowledge of KP and its customers. - Strong quantitative and analytical skills. - Accuracy, productivity, dependability, and good attendance record a must. - Must be able to work in a Labor management Partnership environment.2012-05-04 18:41:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133868CAHayward, CA28437128http://kp.jobs/xml/28437128/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Project Manager III (PMIIID40) Location: Redwood City, CA Under general direction, provides leadership to two or more Project Managers. Ensures strategic directions of projects are in line with organizational business plan. Ensures various project teams provide high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise. May also manage a team committed to achieving specified goals of a highly visible, complex and multi-faceted project. This is the third job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At this level, the Project Manager is responsible for providing leadership to lower level Project Managers. This position works on problems of complex and diverse scope where analysis of data requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within broadly defined policies in developing methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership to two (2) or more Project Managers. - Facilitates resolution of major problems encountered by Project Managers. - Works with senior management to negotiate major revisions in time commitment and resource allocation. - Ensures strategic direction of projects are in line with organizational business plan. - Provides general oversight, leadership and technical direction. - Provides leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver and facilitator. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of projects. - Coaches and mentors Project Managers; motivates them to maintain a consistent level of excellence in project management and outcomes. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Secondary Functions: - Primary project work will be in hospital operational work. - Complex coordination of hospital services for transition to new facility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) plus years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, health care administration, operations research, public health administration or other related field or equivalent work experience. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Proven ability to determine key business issues and develop effective action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Excellent leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Healthcare experience strongly preferred. - Project Management Certification. Note: This is a Temporary position for up to 3 years and is benefited.2012-05-04 18:41:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133873CARedwood City, CA28437130http://kp.jobs/xml/28437130/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Pathology Unit Manger, (No. 4637) Location: Hayward, CA Manages the pathology laboratory services, which includes the cytology, surgical pathology, and autopsy services. Ensures staff provides highest quality, cost effective, patient focused services and care to members. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. Implements and maintains clinical practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Essential Functions: - Supervises the pathology and cytology support staff and ensures they provide the highest quality of services and are in compliance with CAP, CLIA, The Joint Commission, Title 22, federal, state, and local requirements. - Assists the Chief of Pathology/Laboratory Director in developing, implementing, and maintaining pathology laboratory service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations. - Identifies and recommends opportunities to improve departmental systems. - Assists in Chief of Pathology/Laboratory Director in developing and monitoring budgets and resource allocations. - Identifies strategies to reduce costs, control utilization, and improve quality of care and service. - Hires, trains, and maintains staff competency. - Monitors workflow and turnaround time. - Presents in-service programs to the pathology staff. - Monitors the quality control/assurance programs, evaluates test results, and equipment. - Ensures specimen evaluations are accurate, thorough, and in compliance with accrediting requirements. - Identifies and implements procedures to improve the accuracy of Pathology laboratory evaluations. - May manage the pathology information system. - Provides functional and administrative support to the Chief of Pathology and staff pathologists. - Coordinates pathology and cytology support services. - Manages the pathology hazardous waste program and ensures compliance with EPA, Cal-OSHA, and Federal OSHA regulations. - Resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. - May provide functional and administrative support for the Genetic Department Regional Fetal Pathology Program. - Implements, and monitors pathology departmental policy and procedures to support the organization's goals and business objectives and ensure they are met. - Provides some pathology services, as qualified and competent. - For licensed Cytotechologist licensed personnel, this may include evaluating cytology specimens. - For Certified Pathologist Assistant personnel, this may include preparing human surgical specimens for frozen section or gross description and dissection and preparing other biological specimens for further analysis. - May assist with or perform post-mortems under supervision of a Pathologist. - May prepare body for release. - Performs other duties such as maintaining Pathology laboratory procedures and ensuring maintenance of equipment, documents, slides and supplies. Secondary Functions: - Coordinates and Supports the GSAA department quality improvement process to maintain compliance and accreditation for both sites. - Serve as GSAA COPATH Site Coordinator and develop content expertise with the application. - Utilize, modify and develop as appropriate management and statistical reports for the department. - Have and further develop knowledge of support staff operations in the department and be able to assist as necessary. - Oversees both Hayward and Fremont Pathology operations and Cytopathology. - Participation in the NCAL Pathology Quality and Compliance Peer group. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science in clinical laboratory science, or equivalent. - California Cytotechnologist License with ASCP registration or California Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license; or Certified as a Pathologists' Assistant by the American Association of Pathologists' Assistants, the Board of Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology, or another national accrediting agency approved by CA DPH required. - Previous pathology or clinical laboratory supervisory experience required. - Knowledge of CAP, CLIA, Title 22, The Joint Commission, NCQA, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Previous Qualifications: - Previous experience in a high volume acute care hospital pathology preferred.2012-05-04 18:41:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133879CAHayward, CA28437129http://kp.jobs/xml/28437129/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Paralegal I Location: Oakland, CA The Paralegal will provide administrative and litigation support to the TPMG Legal Department, the Department's external and internal clients, and outside counsel. Essential Functions: - Assists with review and drafting of correspondence, reports, applications for regulatory approval, and other legal documents including, but not limited to employed licentiates responses to complaints and investigations of malpractice cases by various licensing agencies in accordance with compliance and statutory reporting requirements. - Assists with research of applicable laws and regulations in consultation with lawyers. - Assists attorneys in the performance of due diligence in connection with transactions. - Assists with review and drafting of contracts based on templates and/or attorney guidance. Researches applicable state and federal statutes and regulations, case law and regulatory agency rulings in conjunction with facts. - Reviews applicable laws to determine compliance requirements. - Compiles, reviews, and summarizes data and facts regarding department operations and other information as needed. - Assists with the preparation of responses to subpoenas and other litigation discovery requests. - Organizes litigation documents. - Assists attorney staff and TPMG HR Compliance and Physician Human Resource staff with non immigrant visas and accompanying work restrictions for foreign physicians. - Maintains computerized legal file database; tracks and monitors status of cases and documents for ongoing litigation matters; notifies attorneys of changes and maintains case calendar. - Assists with the organization of documents and files, including litigation documents and business records. - Coordinates activities among the offices of the various Legal Departments, local medical legal departments, and other Kaiser Permanente staff. - Performs such other duties as may be required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically two (2) plus years of related legal experience to include successful completion of a paralegal or legal assistant training program required. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required. - Demonstrated knowledge of applicable laws and regulations within practice area preferred. - Full use and understanding of standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques pertinent to the paralegal field preferred. - Excellent oral and written communication skills preferred. - Strong customer service and interpersonal skills required to communicate effectively with all levels of management preferred. - Strong organization and planning abilities and demonstrated attention to detail preferred. - Ability to perform a variety of challenging tasks under time constraints and strict deadlines preferred. - Ability to work effectively in a team environment preferred. - Significant and demonstrated ability to perform analysis and legal research to identify and clarify issues preferred. - Demonstrated results orientation preferred. - Skilled in understanding, clarifying, questioning and problem-solving issues relating to work assignments preferred. - Consistently delivers timely and high quality results preferred. - Demonstrated flexibility and the ability to handle complex, multiple tasks for several individuals with different work styles preferred. - Able to prepare, assemble and distribute substantial documents and reports on strict and short deadlines preferred. - Demonstrated ability to accept individual responsibility preferred. - Demonstrated eagerness to learn new things and a positive attitude toward new challenges preferred. - Demonstrated self-starter with a high degree of motivation preferred. - Demonstrated efficiency, productivity, attention to detail, and accuracy preferred. - Demonstrated time management skills to meet deadlines under pressure preferred. - Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access) and Lotus Notes preferred. - Ability to work overtime when needed preferred. - Familiarity with medical records and KP Health Connect, excellent PC skills and experience with associated software programs preferred - Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations preferred - Excellent written communication and grammar skills preferred Skills Testing:Typing 45 WPM, Microsoft Word and Excel2012-05-04 18:41:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134041CAOakland, CA28437132http://kp.jobs/xml/28437132/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Clerk - Grade 4 Location: San Francisco, CA Essential Functions: - Takes and transcribes dictation, either manually or by machine into proper format correcting grammar, spelling, and sentence structure. (Dictation usually involves a normal range of business vocabulary or a limited and recurring range of specialized terminology). - Assures all clerk duties are covered among three clerical personnel and sees to it that work flow meets Department's requirements. - Types forms, letters, reports and correspondence. - This includes all confidential personal correspondence for Membership Accounting and Billing, Note and order processing, preparing agendas for meetings, scheduling staff, ordering DME. - Answers phone calls from a variety of sources including a potential for being first person to answer a death call from a crying family member. - Prepares drafts, may compose routine correspondence on own initiative for Manager's review and approval. - Receive telephone and personal callers; directs appropriate individual or relays messages. - Can provide routine information to callers. - Maintains Manager's calendar; arranges appointments and meetings, makes travel arrangements. - Reviews, distributes department mail. - May keep records of budgets and/or budgeted times, post information to records and logs, maintain administrative files. - Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One year Hospice Experience. - Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of internal callers/visitors, as well as an occasional number of external contacts. - Good communication skills required. - Typing: 35 WPM. - Ability tolearn and be proficient at CDS/HCMS, Crystal Reports, Health Connect, e-procurement, one-link, time card entry and processing and any other system needed for the running of the Hospice Department. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Skills testing: Typing 35 WPM2012-05-04 18:41:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131463CASan Francisco, CA28437118http://kp.jobs/xml/28437118/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Housekeeping Aide - Grade 100 Location: San Francisco, CA Under direct supervision, cleans and maintains an assigned area, and performs a variety of environmental services duties in and around the medical center in order to maintain a neat, orderly, sanitary, and safe environment. Essential Functions: - Operates and utilizes equipment needed to include cleaner, wet mop unit, dust pan, dust mop, back vacuum, automatic floor scrubber, shampoo machine, high speed buffer, carpet extractor, wet/dry vacuum, floor buffer, wall washer and utility cart. - Operates and utilizes sanipac, compactor and bailer. - Utilizing standard cleaning products cleans patient areas to include restrooms, discharge beds, woodwork, horizontal surfaces, TVs cabinets, furniture, glass, walls, floors, all affixed items, replenish dispensers, remove soiled linen and trash. - Utilizing standard cleaning products, cleans auxiliary areas to include medication room, nursing station, tub room, soiled utility rooms, storage areas, staff lounge, quiet rooms, offices, exam rooms, treatment rooms, waiting rooms, lobbies, elevators, water fountain, ice machines, telephones, all horizontal surfaces and high dusting. - Replenishes supplies such as: paper-towels, toilet paper, soap, plastic liners, paper cups and seat covers. - Reports unsafe conditions such as defective or damaged equipment. - Assures sharp objects are in proper containers, follows safety rules established by the department and uses proper body mechanics such as lifting techniques. - Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience preferred. - Moderate to heavy lifting ability required. - Ability to operate all types of floor machinery and other housekeeping related equipment. - Ability to lift 50 lbs., carry items of 25 lbs., push carts up to 200 lbs. - Ability to perform frequent pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting and reaching. - Job requires extensive standing and walking. - Ability to understand and communicate effectively. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.2012-05-04 18:41:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130711CASan Francisco, CA28437116http://kp.jobs/xml/28437116/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Housekeeping Aide - Grade 100 Location: San Francisco, CA Under direct supervision, cleans and maintains an assigned area, and performs a variety of environmental services duties in and around the medical center in order to maintain a neat, orderly, sanitary, and safe environment. Essential Functions: - Operates and utilizes equipment needed to include cleaner, wet mop unit, dust pan, dust mop, back vacuum, automatic floor scrubber, shampoo machine, high speed buffer, carpet extractor, wet/dry vacuum, floor buffer, wall washer and utility cart. - Operates and utilizes sanipac, compactor and bailer. - Utilizing standard cleaning products cleans patient areas to include restrooms, discharge beds, woodwork, horizontal surfaces, TVs cabinets, furniture, glass, walls, floors, all affixed items, replenish dispensers, remove soiled linen and trash. - Utilizing standard cleaning products, cleans auxiliary areas to include medication room, nursing station, tub room, soiled utility rooms, storage areas, staff lounge, quiet rooms, offices, exam rooms, treatment rooms, waiting rooms, lobbies, elevators, water fountain, ice machines, telephones, all horizontal surfaces and high dusting. - Replenishes supplies such as: paper-towels, toilet paper, soap, plastic liners, paper cups and seat covers. - Reports unsafe conditions such as defective or damaged equipment. - Assures sharp objects are in proper containers, follows safety rules established by the department and uses proper body mechanics such as lifting techniques. - Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience preferred. - Moderate to heavy lifting ability required. - Ability to operate all types of floor machinery and other housekeeping related equipment. - Ability to lift 50 lbs., carry items of 25 lbs., push carts up to 200 lbs. - Ability to perform frequent pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting and reaching. - Job requires extensive standing and walking. - Ability to understand and communicate effectively. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.2012-05-04 18:41:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130712CASan Francisco, CA28437117http://kp.jobs/xml/28437117/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Special Care Nursery / Mom/Baby (Days, 24) - South Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - NEONATAL - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Neonatal Level II nursery or above if applying for position in a Level II Nursery. One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Neonatal Level III nursery if applying for position in Level III Nursery. Current NRP certification required. May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Maternal Child Health/Family Centered Care area with appropriate certifications. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Week 1: Wed, Thurs, Sat Week 2: Sun, Thurs, Fri2012-05-04 18:40:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127716CASacramento, CA28437101http://kp.jobs/xml/28437101/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Director, Legal and Treasury IT Portfolios Location: Pleasanton, CA Director,Legal and Treasury IT Portfolios The Compliance, Legal and Regulatory Affairs team supports key business organizations within the Corporate ServicesPortfolio of Kaiser Permanente's Information Technology organization. In addition to Legal and Treasury being key business partners, the expanded team supports National Compliance Office and all related compliance areas: Payment Card Industry and Revenue Cycle data marts. The National Legal Department provides legal advice and representation on a wide range of legal issues affecting Kaiser Permanente. It is a national legal organization comprised of 8 practice groups led by Practice Group Managers plus the Office of Board and Corporate Governance. Based on Kaiser Permanente strategic imperatives, the Legal department is defining their business strategy. This role will facilitate and contribute to this definition at the same time considering the technology roadmap and solution definition to meet this business strategy. Under the leadership of the Treasurer, the Treasury serves as the corporate finance arm for each of the regions and subsidiaries, and the Kaiser Permanente Program as a whole. One of the key initiatives this role will support is the definition of the long term payment strategy for implementation across the organization. Payment Card Industry compliance sustainability is a key component of the sustainable and yearly roadmap for Treasury area. Role Overview The Director, for Legal and Treasury sub-portfolios; is part of Compliance, Legal and Regulatory Affairs (CLRA) team. The role will provide strategic, tactical, and operational leadership to support the IT planning and delivery to the Legal and Treasury business organizations. This person will manage 7 resources. The role will manage Information Technology strategic planning and analysis, client and relationship management, and day-to-day operations that include finance, performance, and delivery management. The role will also participate and contribute to healthcare industry, KP, and KPIT wide initiatives in the areas of data usage and governance, information management, privacy and security, data analytics and visualization, information modeling, and data access controls. This role will work collaboratively with the managers and directors of these areas to ensure standardization, process improvement, alignment of strategic plans, and be a change agent. The role will work directly with people at all levels of the organization to ensure the work is funded and conducted within IT guidelines. The position is expected to support the leaders and principals of each of these sub-portfolios as it relates to delivery execution metrics, data reporting and analytics regarding delivery productivity, business case support, facilitation of prioritization activities, interfacing to PAC and PAC sub-committees, and engagement with Shared and Managed Services partners including procurement functions. Responsibilities: - Manage both Strategic and Operational aspects of treasury and legal business areas - Build strong and effective relationships within and across KP and KPIT - Translate business imperatives into technical needs to successfully deliver outcomes - Act as a champion for Legal and Treasury to business and IT organization and stakeholders - Be a strong liaison and effectively interpret business imperatives to IT and IT outcomes to business partners and stakeholders. - Support administrative, operational and management activities in support of team outcomes - Mentor and guide large matrixed teams while resolving key issues and conflicts - Supports the development and maintenance of business cases, supporting required materials by governance including PAC, CAC, Board of Directors, and ITEC. - Create and manage Roadmaps and Cross-Functional Program Timeline Alignment - Manage and track multiple data request from internal and external sources to ensure that they are completed in an accurate and timely manner. - Support the development, analysis, and reporting across business areas for the specialty exception based monthly meetings including: Finance, Quality, and Delivery, as well as the CS Transformation Meetings. - Handle Crisis Management/Risk Mitigation; takes ownership of issues and initiates critical escalations and works with Senior Leadership effectively to drive to resolution. - Facilitate problem solving sessions within the organization and drive problems to resolution. - Encourage and model the open of expression of diverse ideas and opinions. Serves as a role model for communication and provides professional/technical guidance to team members. Influences others regarding new and existing concepts, processes and/or methodologies. - Structures process improvement/re-engineering effort for sustainability and broad acceptance. Minimum Qualifications: - 8 or more years of progressively responsible management experience in healthcare IT planning, budget/financial management, and staffing. - 8 or more years of related IT experience including IT Project Management, Program Management, Facilitation, Coordination of Complex Initiatives, and Business Case development including KPI (key performance indicator) identification and benefit realization documentation - Bachelor's degree or four years of additional equivalent work experience - Experience and track record delivering processes in a large organization. - Financial Analytics: Experience managing project, program and or departmental budgets, funding agreements, cost tracking documentation, financial reporting, invoicing and accounts payable. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with significant experience in strong communication and presentation creation. - Excellent MS Office knowledge and project delivery methodologies. - Ability to be a thought leader and change collaborator within the department and other CS BIO sub-portfolio's Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated experience and excellence in complex performance reporting - Must have outstanding communication skills at managing a diverse portfolio of projects through the entire life-cycle utilizing varied approaches from agile to waterfall. - Must be highly collaborative and able to work across organizational boundaries to achieve business and technology goals. - Proven Champion that drives change management through continuous portfolio management processes and quality improvement across the organization through metrics, trend analysis, best practice and standards adoption, and integration of lessons learned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 8 or more years of related IT experience including IT Project Management, Program Management, Facilitation, Coordination of Complex Initiatives, and Business Case development including KPI (key performance indicator) identification and benefit realization documentation - Bachelor's degree or four years of additional equivalent work experience - Experience and track record delivering processes in a large organization. - Financial Analytics: Experience managing project, program and or departmental budgets, funding agreements, cost tracking documentation, financial reporting, invoicing and accounts payable. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with significant experience in strong communication and presentation creation. - Excellent MS Office knowledge and project delivery methodologies. - Ability to be a thought leader and change collaborator within the department and other CS BIO sub-portfolio's Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated experience and excellence in complex performance reporting - Must have outstanding communication skills at managing a diverse portfolio of projects through the entire life-cycle utilizing varied approaches from agile to waterfall. - Must be highly collaborative and able to work across organizational boundaries to achieve business and technology goals. - Proven Champion that drives change management through continuous portfolio management processes and quality improvement across the organization through metrics, trend analysis, best practice and standards adoption, and integration of lessons learned.2012-05-04 18:40:03United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133272CAPleasanton, CA28437055http://kp.jobs/xml/28437055/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Program Manager-Revenue Cycle IT Location: Pleasanton, CA The Corporate Services(CS) Business Information Office(BIO)Revenue Cycle Portfolio supports the end to end business process and associated technology solutions from patient access to billings and collections. Some key business initiatives and programs are: eServices Guarantor Statement Redesign Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) Metrics & Analytics for Revenue Cycle (MARC) Claims Optimization The key focus of the design and delivery teams is to support our business partners to conceptualize, define, design, test, implement and support the revenue cycle initiatives applications. Essential Functions: - Support program management of large, complex national projects for the Revenue Cycle Technology organization at Kaiser Permanente -Tasks may include maintaining project plans, documenting meeting minutes, maintaining RAID (Risks, Actions, Information, Decisions) logs, support project financial management, including staffing plans and budget forecasts, preparation of powerpoint presentations, updates to workbench tools to manage of resources and key milestone - Build strong working relationships with business and IT partners in the National and Regional areas - Personnel management, including contract staff, includes allocating and overseeing work, ensuring accuracy and overall maintaining a professional reputation Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or a minimum of 4 years of equivalent work experience. - A minimum of 8 years of IT Project Management - A minimum of 5 years of IT program management -Proficient in MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, Project, Visio and Powerpoint - Demonstrated experience in managing projects within financial forecast and to meet schedule and scope projections - Working knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and standard industry practices for project management -Excellent verbal and written communication skills2012-05-04 18:40:03United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133504CAPleasanton, CA28437056http://kp.jobs/xml/28437056/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Lifestyle Educator I (Bilingual) Location: Bakersfield, CA Facilitates monitors and evaluates specific lifestyle and behavior changes that contribute to the improvement of health by providing group and individual counseling, and instruction to health plan members and others. Essential Functions: - Facilitates behavior/education change groups and/or individual consulting established within theory-based practice. - Identifies education and needs of patients. - Implements instructional objectives and counseling strategies based upon need assessments. - May track, evaluate and document patient progress towards identified goals. - May Provide individual short term or long term counseling to promote or maintain behavior change. - Serves as a patient advocate in the coordination and delivery of services both within the organization and the community. - Provides in-services and training to staff members, as assigned. - Prepares reports as assigned. - Provides input into the development and modification of program curriculum, support materials and activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II. - One (1) year of experience in education or counseling, preferred. - Previous teaching experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree, certification and/or equivalent experience in area of instruction or related field. - Computer literacy preferred. - Knowledge of educational psychology, behavior change, adult learning theory, educational methodologies, and organization behavior. - Demonstrated ability to utilize interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and group facilitator/process skills. Notes: - Actual physical work locationcan be in Delano or Lost Hills, CA. - Must pass the Bilingual Level II assessment test. -Must be able to work flexible hours, evening hours as required.2012-05-03 17:59:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133259CABakersfield, CA28403639http://kp.jobs/xml/28403639/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Nursing Department Mananger, RN Location: Panorama City, CA Through department assistant managers and staff, manages the delivery of nursing services and patient care which meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. Essential Functions: - Through department assistant managers and staff, manages the delivery of nursing services and patient care which meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - With Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and SCPMG staff, develops strategic/business plans to achieve integrated services across the continuum of care. - Manages and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within assigned department and across the continuum of care. - Ensures staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO, federal, state, and local requirements; establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops and monitors department's budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Ensures on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organization's goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety and risk management issues. - Patient Safety: Accountable to promote an organizational culture of safety and ensure appropriate patient safety standards and guidelines are implemented consistently in the delivery of health care to our patients, including but not limited to: JCAHO, National Quality Forum, and Leapfrog. - See Patient Safety Management Accountabilities Addendum for job specific accountabilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA/BS in health care or closely related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Current California RN license required. - CPR certificate required. - Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually five (5) to six (6) years), including management experience (usually three (3) to four (4) years). - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - **BSN and National Health/Nursing Administration Certification or MSN are required for Pediatric and NICU Departments for facilities that are CCS certified or desire CCS certification. This requirement applies to Bellflower, LAMC, San Diego, Fontana and Orange County. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated interpersonal and management skills.2012-05-03 17:59:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133730CAPanorama City, CA28403641http://kp.jobs/xml/28403641/jobUSALancasterTitle: Area Lab Director Location: Lancaster, CA Manages all administrative and clinical operations of the clinical laboratory departments in the facilities in the Service Area. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost-effective laboratory services, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Essential Functions: - Meets the clinical laboratory needs of physicians & staff in developing & implementing an integrated service line model across the Service Area of several large medical offices. - Determines the type & manner in which laboratory services will be provided throughout the Service Area. - Develops & administers policies & procedures, which are in keeping w/ the service value, quality, & access goals of the Service Area. - Manages the technical, clinical, & operational aspects of the laboratory & pathology services at all Service Area facilities. - Ensures technical & support staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ CAP, CLIA, JCAHO, AABB, NCQA, Title 22, federal, state, & local requirements. - Establishes, implements, & maintains service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations. - Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & quality of laboratory services across the continuum of care. - Manages departmental human resources. - Develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of the staff. - Ensures going staff development. - Develops & presents inservice programs to medical center staff. - Develops, negotiates, & monitors budgets & resource allocations at all Service Area clinical lab facilities. - Oversees & develops clinical practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement activities. - Establishes & maintains an effective collaborative working relationship w/ Service Area providers to identify & resolve problems/issues & improve delivery of laboratory services. - Ensures on-going laboratory staff development. - Develops & presents inservice programs to medical center & medical office staff. - Develops, implements, & monitors laboratory policies & procedures throughout the Service Area which support the organization's business goals. - Establishes, implements, monitors, & enhances quality control/assurance/risk management programs. - Monitors test results, equipment, & laboratory information systems. - Designs & implements the laboratory safety program, including hazardous waste management, chemical hygiene plan, & injury prevention program. - Patient Safety: Accountable to promote an organizational culture of safety & ensure appropriate patient safety standards & guidelines are implemented consistently in the delivery of health care to our patients, including but not limited to: JCAHO, National Quality Forum, & Leapfrog. See Patient Safety Management Accountabilities Addendum for job specific accountabilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, usually five (5) years in a high volume acute care clinical laboratory required - Significant management experience, usually four (4) years required. - Bachelor's degree in clinical science or related science required. - Master's degree preferred. - California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license required. - ASCP certification preferred. - Knowledge of CLIA, Title 22, CAP, JCAHO, NCQA, AABB, local, state, federal regulations required. Notes: - This position covers laboratory functions in Palmdale and Lancaster. - Travel varies.2012-05-03 17:59:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133760CALancaster, CA28403643http://kp.jobs/xml/28403643/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Supervisor Health Information Sup Svs Location: Panorama City, CA Under the direction of a Health Information Management Director, supervises the day-to-day operations of in-patient and/or out-patient medical records management, storage, filing, retrieval, maintenance and distribution - AND- two or more health information support/ancillary services such as but not limited to medical transcription/dictation, release of medical information, medical correspondence/secretarial services, legal documents and vital records, legal support services. Plans, prioritizes, assigns and reviews the work performed by a staff of medical records clerks/techs and/or medical transcriptionists and other personnel; ensures that staff's work meets or exceeds established productivity and performance standards and that medical record documentation (transcription) and/or medical records management meets or exceeds established quality and regulatory requirements. ( Note : this job does not require knowledge or use of medical coding practices, techniques, methods or classification systems ). Essential Functions: - AS APPROPRIATE FOR ASSIGNED AREAS/FUNCTIONS: - Assists Health Information Management Director in meeting quality, service, cost, productivity and reimbursement goals and objectives. - Coordinates all functions and services related to medical records systems and management Plans. - Coordinates, assigns, prioritizes and monitors daily work for assigned staff which may include Medical Records retrieval, assembly, delivery, completion, transcriptions, release of information, vital statistics registration, medical correspondence / secretarial services, and legal support services. - Works with Director to develop and implement policies and procedures, work systems, methods and processes and contingency plans for each function to assure timely and accurate completion of work that is consistent with regulatory agency requirements. - Establishes, organizes and maintains a medical records system(s) in accordance with organizational, institutional, state and national regulatory requirements. - Ensures that an accurate, complete medical record is available to medical providers and other authorized users requesting medical record information to support clinical research, decision support analysis, disease management, reimbursement or to measure the quality, efficacy, safety and costs of patient care. - Designs and implements systems and methods for auditing the quality, adequacy, consistency and completeness of medical records/documentation and to initiate corrective/remedial procedures and practices as needed. - Develops and implements policies and procedures for processing medico-legal documents, insurance and medical correspondence requests in compliance with professional standards of practice and applicable statutory requirements. - Coordinates provision of services with medical staff and other medical center departments/personnel and external agencies. - Responds to requests from individuals, agencies, courts and other external agencies for medical information in accordance with department policies/procedures pertaining to release of confidential patient information. - Identifies the need for and evaluates/recommends appropriate content of contracts with outside providers/independent contractors to provide medical records management, transcription or other services. - Continually monitors and evaluates work flow, systems/processes and output. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) or more years, usually, of previous relevant experience supervising medical records management systems in an acute care general medical center or comprehensive ambulatory care center. - For in-patient medical records management: Recent experience with C.A.L.S. and TJC surveys. - High school diploma or GED required. - Associate degree in health information technology preferred. - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of laws and regulations and accreditation standards pertaining to medical records (e.g., TJC, HIPAA, CMS, DHS, Medicare, Uniform Health Care Information Act). - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to utilize the professional practice standards, principles, techniques and methodologies pertaining to the creation and use of medical records. - If supervising medical transcription/dictation services: - Ability to demonstrate an understanding of medical language and interpret dictation by physicians in order to assist transcriptionists with issues involving editing, clarification, style, and practice standards. - For in-patient medical records management: - Demonstrated ability to utilize interpersonal and communication skills. - Demonstrated ability to utilize the principles and practices of effective supervision - Proficient with a variety of software used by the department. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. PreferredQualifications: - RHIT certification -Coding knowledge for In-Patient and PSC services highly recommended2012-05-03 17:59:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133811CAPanorama City, CA28403644http://kp.jobs/xml/28403644/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Case Mgr Ext Care Coord RN in Complete Care Location: Bakersfield, CA Responsible for the oversight and management of skilled patients and temporary skilled patients in rehabilitation in contracted skilled nursing facilities; this includes checking benefits, managing up to discharge and issuing denial letters. With primary care, specialist physicians, and health care team, coordinates the implementation of a chronic disease care management program for patients. Coordinates with the assigned physician to manage skilled nursing patients and directs families, patients, physicians, nurse practitioners, and SNF staff to the appropriate level of care and identifies those patients who do not meet the criteria for continued skilled stay. Responsible for managing custodial patients who require long term care for chronic disease management in SNFs. Complies with other duties as described. Must be able to work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team. Essential Functions: - In conjunction with physicians and health care team, develops an individual care plan based on patient assessment/ evaluation and diagnostic tests - Monitors/evaluates patient progress and modifies treatment plan as appropriate in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team - Recommends additional levels of care, therapy/rehabilitation when medically indicated as appropriate. - Monitors levels and appropriateness of therapeutic and/or rehabilitative care - Implements strategies to assure that patients and caregivers comply with and understand the importance of follow through on plan of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. - Provides individualized patient/family education which focuses on teaching self management - conducts individual and team conferences to assist patients and family identify risk factors - Facilitates patients' return to normal daily activities by teaching and making appropriate referrals for outside services/continued care collaboratively - In conjunction with physicians and health are team, develops treatment program procedures, clinical guidelines/protocols, and program evaluation/outcomes measures. - Educates the Inpatient Case Managers about appropriateness of transfers to the Skilled Nursing facility and protocol for transfers - Ensures that the patient has a safe and appropriate discharge - Orders DME as ordered by the physician - Screens by using senior metrics for skilled patient expected length of stay - Responsible for educating the Inpatient Case managers/designees about the appropriateness of admissions to the Skilled Nursing facility and protocols for admission - Intervenes when there are quality issues surrounding the transfers - Notifies members about the co-payment associated with the Skilled Nursing transfer. - Communicates with physicians and other care givers regarding patient progress by monitoring, evaluating, and analyzing clinical, functional, and psycho-social status/progress - Issues reports; participates in inter-disciplinary case conferences and consultations - Consults with the physician regarding the senior metrics for the appropriate length of stay for the skilled population - Contributes to medical and nursing staff education by giving periodic in-service presentations - Recommended to be present at the inpatient UM staff meetings - Participates in review/evaluation of the quality, appropriateness, and outcomes of diagnostic and therapeutic services and treatment programs. - Participates in committees, teams or other work projects/duties as assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required - Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care related field preferred OR current equivalent related work experience - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required - Current and valid California RN license required - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc) - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications: -Two (2) years clinical experience working in a treatment program for patients with a chronic disease (e.g. cardiac, respiratory, diabetes, hypertension). -Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission,and other federal/state/local regulations. - Ability to work independently and to problem solve - Ability to work well in teams with other disciplines andclass presentation skills - Strong assessment, care planning, intervention, and evaluation skills. -Previous case management, with disease panel management focus, experience preferred. -Diabetes, Heart Failure, Coronary Artery Disease, Asthma specific assessment, intervention, and patient education. - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - Strong computer skills Notes: - May need to work some evening hours to accommodate member needs2012-05-03 17:59:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133866CABakersfield, CA28403646http://kp.jobs/xml/28403646/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Qual Risk Pt Sft Reg Cons Location: Panorama City, CA THIS POSITION IS RESTRICTED TO EXCLUSIVE USE WITHIN THE QUALITY, RISK, PATIENT SAFETY AND REGULATORY DEPT. Key advisor to Clinical and Administrative senior leadership the areas of quality, risk management, regulatory and/or patient safety. Ensures oversight and consistency of operational practices, system processes, standards and accreditations according to the Southern California Region's strategic and operational business plans related to quality, risk management, and patient safety. Identifies and institutes enhanced quality practices based on benchmarking with other industries and internal practice transfer as well as state, federal and local regulations. Facilitates the rapid transfer of best practices across geographical boundaries. Recommends adjustment to operations to ensure continued high levels of performance and compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements (e.g. NCQA, DMHC, Title 22, Medicare and Medi-Cal, Joint Commission etc.). Provides/gathers clinical expertise for areas of compliance which involve medical necessity and/or quality concerns. Utilizes clinical expertise to conduct investigations and seek input from other clinical professionals as required. Acts as a liaison, problem-solver, and negotiator to achieve resolution on member requests and appeals. Responsible for reviewing and analyzing audit related reports and providing leadership and consultation on non-compliance and performance improvement in the areas of quality, risk management, regulatory and/or patient safety. Essential Functions: - Leads and/or represents Quality, Risk Management, Regulatory and Patient Safety at routine and adhoc meetings on specific compliance and regulatory areas. - Leads, makes significant contributions, and/or provides technical leadership to high visibility projects to identify and resolve issues of strategic and operational importance to the senior leadership in the Southern California region. - Advises clinical and administrative leadership to properly engage team to investigate and facilitate resolution of complex and high profile issues in the areas of Quality, Risk Management, and Patient Safety. - Provides/gathers clinical expertise for areas of compliance which involve medical necessity and/or quality concerns. - Provides leadership, direct support and consultation on corrective actions developed by departments for areas of non-compliance to ensure the compliance issue(s) is adequately addressed. - Works with KFHP/KFH, Medical Group departments and Senior Leadership at divisional, regional, and local levels as consultant on Joint Commission (TJC), Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC), Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), and - Department of Health Services (DHS) compliance and develops, implements, tracks, and reports on work plans for correction. - Participates in the development and implementation of internal audits for TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, DHS, and State Programs compliance. - Coordinates the audit process, including reviewing, analyzing, and reporting findings internally to the Director, Senior Leadership, and to KFHP quality committees. - Interfaces regularly with senior management to produce timely and valuable results. - Produces or oversees development of written materials for various peer groups and high-level audiences. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various high-level audiences. - May require some travel to the Service Areas and/or Regional offices across the Division. - Personal transportation required for local Service Area travel. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum five (5) years of clinical experience in subject matter area of expertise. - Minimum three (3) years of work experience in such areas as quality, risk management, and/or patient safety. - BSN or BA in health related field and/or graduate of accredited school of nursing required. - Master's in Nursing or Public Health preferred. - Current California RN license required. - CPHQ (Certification as Professional in Healthcare Quality) qualification preferred. - Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc). - Ability to understand data sources of quality and regulatory information. - Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to work with peers in self-managed teams to meet deadlines. - Demonstrated conflict resolution and mediation skills with ability to secure action from persons outside their supervision. - Ability to use sound judgment and to handle potentially charged issues independently but with the knowledge and ability to escalate and ask for help when needed. - Ability to multitask and manage time in order to perform well on long-term projects while being flexible enough to assimilate short term projects on an on-going basis. - Able to work in a Labor / Management Partnership environment.2012-05-03 17:59:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133881CAPanorama City, CA28403649http://kp.jobs/xml/28403649/jobUSADowneyTitle: Case Manager Continuing Care Social Worker Location: Downey, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers/facilities regarding patient care/ population based management for patients in specifically defined geriatric or other specifically defined patient populations (e.g., patients with a specific chronic disease, high risk patients) in order to plan and implement a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to manage health conditions, utilization of resources and protocols, patient self-care, implementation and evaluation of treatment plan across the care continuum (primary, secondary, tertiary and continued care) In conjunction with physicians, develops treatment plan, monitors care, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols and care paths and develops guidelines for care that may require coordination across systems of multiple providers/services. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses, and evaluates care provided to members - In conjunction with primary care and specialist physicians, evaluates and develops baseline medical and psychosocial evaluations and individualized patient care/treatment plans; recommends alternative levels of care and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements - Makes assessments of physiological and or functional status utilizing protocols; initiates appropriate diagnostic testing/screening and interventions - Develops individualized patient/family education plan focused on self-management; delivers patient/family education specific to a disease state - Implements strategies to target/assess risk factors and achieve and ensure patient follow-up according to clinical and strategic measures/outcomes; produces population based reports on outcomes specific to defined patient populations; participates with health care team/providers in actualizing outcomes by planning, evaluating and implementing decisions and strategies to achieve predetermined cost, clinical, quality, utilization and service outcomes - Develops and maintains case management policies and procedures - Coordinates care/services with utilization and/or quality reviewers and monitors level and quality of care - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization management, transfer coordination, discharge planning, and obtaining all authorizations/approvals/transfers as needed for outside services for patients/families - Consults with internal and external physicians, health care providers, discharge planning and outside agencies regarding continued care/treatment or hospitalization or referral to support services or placement - Arranges and monitors follow-up appointments - Encourages member to follow prescribed course of care (e.g., drug therapy, physical therapy) - Makes referrals to appropriate community services and outside providers - Identifies and recommends opportunities for cost savings and improving the quality of care across the continuum - Develops and collects data; trends utilization of health care resources - Interprets regulations, health plan benefits, policies, and procedures for members, physicians, medical office staff, contract providers, and outside agencies - Coordinates transmission of clinical and benefit treatment to patients, families, and outside agencies - Acts as liaison for outside agencies, non-plan facilities, and outside providers - Coordinates repatriation of patients and monitors their quality of care Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous case management experience preferred (usually 2 years with the population to be case managed) - Graduate of an academic institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education - Master's degree in Social Work required - Current and valid CALCSW preferred - Demonstrated knowledge of case management, discharge planning, transfer coordination; JCAHO and other federal/state/local regulations Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of KP BHC service preferred. - Knowledge of computer systems including the ability to type and enter data into an electronic medical record. - Computer knowledge of MS Word. Notes: - 10 hour shifts, includes working one weekends per pay period2012-05-03 17:59:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133922CADowney, CA28403648http://kp.jobs/xml/28403648/jobUSADowneyTitle: Case Manager Utilization RN Location: Downey, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Prefer inpatient psych experience Notes: - This position is a 10 hour shift and weekends may rotate. - Two (2) years of clinical Psych inpatient or outpatient treatment or 2 years of Utilization management experience with 1 year of psych experience is required.2012-05-03 17:59:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133933CADowney, CA28403647http://kp.jobs/xml/28403647/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Practice Specialist Location: Panorama City, CA Recognized content expert in area relevant to the work of the department. Oversees project work & staff on work related to area of expertise. Responsible for providing relevant content expertise to project leads & staff in support of project work. Builds & maintains key relationships with clients & departmental staff as appropriate. Acts as thought partner to project managers & provides expert advice on specific area of expertise. Provides leadership for the delivery high of quality & cost-effective consulting services/products to issues of key organizational importance. Essential Functions: - Effectively leads project team on work related to specific area of expertise. - Provides leadership for the design, development, and implementation of projects related to their area of expertise. - Manages the work of all project participants, including outside consultants and other department staff, when used. - Serves as a content expert for responsible area of expertise. - Provides assistance and advice to others in support of project work. - May provide expert consultation to multiple projects at any given time. - Effectively interfaces with clients to reach mutually acceptable agreements around project scope, objectives, deliverables, timeframes and outcomes. - Effectively facilitates interactions with clients and stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes. - Provides leadership and direction in accordance with the overall strategic direction of the department and organization. - Develops clear project plan that allows teams to achieve desired outcomes. - Monitors plan on an ongoing basis and proactively adjusts, as necessary, to resolve barriers and/or issues. - Oversees work to ensure high quality deliverables and adherence to timeframes and budget (when applicable). - Proactively identifies links between specialty work and broader organizational priorities and goals. - Identifies areas where specialty expertise may enhance work of department. - Effectively recognizes opportunities to enhance project work and/or achieve desired objectives by collaborating with staff outside their area of expertise and acts accordingly. - Contributes to a team environment that encourages collaboration, supports receiving and providing feedback and encourages participation from all levels of staff. - Adapts management style as appropriate to meet needs of a particular situation or team resulting in optimal performance. - Actively provides feedback to staff in support of individual staff development. - Encourages staff participation in non-project related activities that support culture and values of the department and individual development. - Models behavior that staff wants to emulate. - Communicates in a manner that is proactive, timely, influential, persuasive and effective resulting in mutually acceptable agreements. - Ensures that all communications produced under his/her direction are timely and of high quality. - Participates in the development and management of department staff through coaching, providing and encouraging feedback, consistent application of department policies and procedures, conducting project based performance reviews, and other departmental activities. - Participates in development of staff through the sharing of new techniques and problem solving approaches specific to their area of expertise. - Participates in the development and implementation of department-wide activities that support the culture and values of the department. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically at least five (5) or more years of experience in their field of expertise preferred. This may include but is not limited knowledge of care delivery, technical/analytic expertise, management engineering, planning, and research. - Experience in managing project staff including administration of departmental policies and guidelines, project based performance reviews and coaching. - Bachelor's or master's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Operations Research, Public Health, Health Administration or other related field preferred. - Demonstrated expertise in a field of relevant to the work of the department. Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to lead professionals through influence and collaboration. - Knowledge of computer applications and knowledge of data systems. - Proven leadership skills in a matrix management environment that includes influencing, efficiency, collaboration, candor, and openness with a focus on results orientation. - Demonstrates ability to work with various partners including Medical Group and/or Labor Partners. - Demonstrated understanding and general knowledge of healthcare industry and health policy trends. - Knowledge of the operations and/or business of Kaiser Permanente preferred. - Kaiser Permanente knowledge preferred.2012-05-03 17:59:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133950CAPanorama City, CA28403650http://kp.jobs/xml/28403650/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Psychiatric Nurse-RN-PD Location: San Diego, CA Information will be added based on hiring manager submission Essential Functions: - Under the direction and supervision of a physician. - Utilizes e-script for medication refills. Provide medication information to patients. - Participate with psychiatrist during medication clinics with responsibility for documentation and case management. - Other related duties as directed. - Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience in relevant clinical nursing setting. - Worked with psychiatric patients. - BA preferred. - Degree in Nursing. - Current CA RN license required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish). Notes: - Will cover all 4 locations2012-05-03 17:59:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132452CASan Diego, CA28403630http://kp.jobs/xml/28403630/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Home Health RN/PHN - San Diego - Palliative Care - PT Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualification: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within past three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in a licensed Home Health and/or Hospice agency as an RN/PHN. - Current California Driver's License and a clear driving record for the past two years. - Proof of automobile insurance as required by law. Preferred Qualifications: - PHN/CHPN - BSN preferred education - Computer literate, Word and Excel competent, experience in a Medical information system preferred. - Data Entry Notes: - Rotating Weekends. - Night back-up 2 times per month - Job requires up to 120 miles of driving per day and up to four hours of time in car. - Can be up to 8 hours of sitting time in certain assignments. - Can require up to three hours of typing time per 8 hours. - One to two weekends per month and night on call duties up to 15.5 hours twice a month are required. - Moderate assisted lifting of patients in the home setting.2012-05-03 17:59:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132488CASan Diego, CA28403631http://kp.jobs/xml/28403631/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Staff RN - Hospital/ Per Diem Days f180-1 Onco Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year within the last 3 years full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Preferred Qualifications: - ONS certified and at least one (1) year recent chemotherapy experience. Notes: - f180-1. - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 am-7:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 7:00 am-3:30 pm.2012-05-03 17:59:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132632CASan Diego, CA28403635http://kp.jobs/xml/28403635/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Spd Instru Tech II Location: San Diego, CA Under indirect supervision, provides a product that has been made safe and or sterile for patient care. Decontaminates, disinfect, prepare, sterilize, store, and distribute medical instruments, linen, equipment, and medical supplies. Pick and assemble case carts. Disinfects, stores, and distributes durable medical equipment. Maintains responsibility for assigned area. Operates washer/sterilizers, washers/decontaminators, gas, Stasrred and steam sterilizers. Peforms Bowie Dick and biological testing and maintains accurate records. Uses SPM, Case Cart, Mainframe, MMS and other related software programs daily. Responds to telephone and computer requests per department policy. Maintaining high standards of the medical center by adhering to local, regional, Infection Control and Regulatory agencies. To coordinate with all service departments' adequate supplies and equipment for day-to-day operations, while promoting safety by using good mechanics and universal precautions. Essential Functions: - Picks up contaminated supplies and equipment according to aseptic standards and returns to sterile processing. - Disassembles, and cleans or decontaminates medical instruments, supplies, and equipment, using approved disinfectants, detergents, and ultrasound cleaning. - Assembles, inspects, tests, wraps, and dates medical instruments, supplies, and equipment using such guides as illustrated in manuals or lists aseptically - Notifies manager of needed repairs. - Properly loads and operates EtO, Steam Steris and Sterrad sterilizers. - Performs biological testing and maintains accurate biological and sterilization records. - Biological testing on Sterrads; make own test ampules while observing sterile technique. - Stages and provides delivery of processed items to user departments. - Manages (DME) inventory tracking using SPM. - Maintains inventory of items within the department using Event Related concepts. - Operating Room Case Schedule, reviews, analyzes, and determines preference sheets to be utilized. - Performs inter-shift report. - Maintains a clean and safe work environment. - Reports any equipment problems to supervisor. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Promotes, ensures and improves customer service to internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent with the organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality services. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent. - Certified Registered Central Service Tech Certification (CRCST) at time of hire OR minimum one (1) year of recent SPD Tech experience within the last three (3) years and CRCST must be obtained within 90 days of hire OR successful completion of an SPD Training Program and attainment of the CRCST certification within 90 days of hire. - Knowledge of surgical instruments for all surgical services. - Able to run HiVac sterilizer, ultrasound and washer sterilizer, disinfector, and gravity displacement autoclaves. - Legible writing, strong verbal skills and computer skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Data entry skills - Computer SPM or like program Notes: - Other work locations: 5893 Copley Drive San Diego & 4645 Palm Ave San Diego - Rotating weekends2012-05-03 17:59:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132661CASan Diego, CA28403637http://kp.jobs/xml/28403637/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Charge RN - Hospital - Peds - Anaheim (replacement) Location: Anaheim, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year w/in the last three(3) years full-time equiv exp in acute care Pediatrics. - Current PALS card required. - Chemotherapy (ONS Provider card) within six (6) months of hire. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. Preferred Qualifications: - Basic computer skills to include: Word Notes: - Work location will be: 3440 E. LaPalma - New Anaheim Address - This position will cover both Peds and Peds/Adol units. - Provides comprehensive nursing care to children from newborn to 18 years of age - Gives special attention to age-specific patient needs in the assigned patient care area - Works under the general direction of the Clinical Director, Assistant Department Administrators, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and the Supervisor - Cooperates in all relationships with other departments - Eight (8) hour option, shift will be 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, back up twelve (12) hour shift will be 8:00 PM to 8:30 AM.2012-05-03 17:59:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132253CAAnaheim, CA28403629http://kp.jobs/xml/28403629/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Operations Specialist II - Oakland, CA Location: Oakland, CA The Operational Specialist is responsible for providing business support for department projects and/or reporting activities. Under general guidance, responsible to facilitate meeting logistics, manage program documentation, and provide general operational support. Acts as a program specialist to assist department and/or cross-divisional groups with assignments/initiatives as required. Collaborates with functional/department subject matter experts in coordinating and facilitating process improvements and program deliverables. Essential Functions: - Provides administrative support and participates in various complex special projects using advanced MS Office Skills. - Ensure activities meet expectations, utilizing project management techniques and tools to independently resolve scheduling issues and advise management of resolution. - May be accountable for the coordination and distribution of financial related reports/data. - May be accountable for the content development for intranet site/online tools, and coordination with corporate communication specialist. - Interface with KP employees across multiple organizations and external parties as a liaison for the department/function. - Interact and collaborate with multiple internal managers across various initiatives. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Seven (7)plus years of administrative and operational support within a specific functional level with increasing scope and discretion. - Three (3) plus years of functional analytical experience. - High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience. - BA/BS preferred. - 2+ years of project facilitation and program coordination, or related experience. - Advanced knowledge in MS Office applications and KP standard calendaring/on-line meeting tools. - Applies business theories and concepts to accomplish significant department projects and/or initiatives. - Intermediate knowledge of program management theories and concepts. - Ability to exercise independent judgment; relies on experience, knowledge, skills and abilities to make sound decisions. - Desire to learn and develop in a dynamic environment as part of a high-performing team Preferred Qualifications: - 1+ years experience working in a healthcare environment. - 1+ years experience in project management framework and processes. - Knowledge and understanding of Epic or equivalent revenue cycle systems and processes.2012-05-03 17:58:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133055CAOakland, CA28403618http://kp.jobs/xml/28403618/jobUSABurbankTitle: National Proposal Consultant II Location: Burbank, CA National Proposal Consultant II Kaiser Permanente, Burbank or Oakland, CA Summary: This position has 2 primary components - National Proposal Consultant and GeoAccess Facilitator. National Proposal Consultant II will work with multiple Executive Account Managers, National and Regional Underwriters, Regional Account Managers, Sales Directors and Senior Leadership, and other proposal professionals on rate requests and Requests for Proposal from National Purchasers. a. Successfully lead efforts to win new business and retain existing National Accounts for KP and affiliates. The Proposal Consultant will routinely facilitate cross-functional, cross-regional teams to identify key strategic and tactical issues, create solutions, and implement actions regarding National RFPs/RFIs. b. Manage and develop multiple RFPs/RFIs of high complexity simultaneously for renewing and prospective National, California, other Regional and Multi-Regional Accounts, which includes: documenting and disseminating national employer requirements to Regional Health Plans; collaborating independently with Executive Management, account staff, underwriters, subject matter experts and local market proposal managers to ensure constant communication regarding status of RFPs, roles and responsibilities, market specifications for proposals, and successful outcomes from proposals; set timelines and negotiate deadlines both internally and externally; procure missing information, review, edit, and rewrite as necessary; ensure that information not approved by National Accounts leadership is not released; manage the submission of rate proposals and supporting documents to national and strategic customers; coordinate and submit follow-up information/materials as needed. c. The Proposal Consultant will provide direction and oversight to analysts/consultants/team members and assigned components of project work. - The Proposal Consultant will serve as a project lead on large highly complex RFPs supervising the work of other more junior consultants 2. Engage and manage a wide range of long and short term complex highly visible multi-faceted projects important to the sales and marketing business goals of the enterprise, and specifically National Accounts. The Proposal Consultant will support key initiatives of Senior Program Sales and Marketing Program Offices leadership, the Vice President of National Accounts, National Accounts Directors and Managers, collaborating and working independently with these individuals. Responsible for setting strategic direction of projects and developing project plans. Projects will be broad in scope and commensurate with experience, but it is expected the Proposal Consultant III will develop and exercise additional skills in the course of completing projects. a. Takes lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and actions plans. b. Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to share project outcomes and best practices. c. Sets strategic direction for projects. Develops project plans that identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics, and resources required. Designs processes to address identified problems. - Plans and facilitates cross-functional meetings. Makes formal presentations to various audiences. Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcomes. Motivates team members to ensure successful outcomes 3. The National Proposal Consultant II provides guidance, support, training and mentoring to Production Coordinators, seasonal contractors, and more junior staff GeoAccess Facilitator - This position provides analytical support to Sales and Marketing. - Under the guidance of the Project Manager/Team Lead /Manager/Director assumes full responsibility for responding to GeoAccess requests and information by collecting and researching data, performing analysis, making recommendations, and presenting results. - In collaboration with account managers/sales executives, determines strategies to meet Purchasers' needs. - Collects and analyzes detailed and varied information from all areas of the organization. - Develops qualitative and quantitative written responses. - Meets Purchaser timelines. - Identifies and notifies manager and appropriate others of policy issues or potential problems that may prevent accurate, complete, or on-time responses. - Works under limited supervision. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) - five (5) years of related experience AND/ OR one (1) - two (2) years of direct proposal management experience - Marketing or proposal writing experience preferred - Experience on PMAPS, GeoAccess or other RFP software preferred - Bachelor's degree required - Proven contributor on project management teams; RFP projects preferred - Ability to identify problems and enact real time solutions - Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines consistently - Strong analytical and research skills - This hybrid position will require the successful candidate to negotiate sometimes conflicting timelines and deadlines.2012-05-03 17:58:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133825CABurbank, CA28403619http://kp.jobs/xml/28403619/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Communications Manager - Office of the President and COO (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA The Communications Manager, Office of the President & COO, is responsible for creating, implementing, and evaluating communication strategies in support of Kaiser Permanente's President & COO. As a key member of the Communications team, the Manager will work in partnership with the Chief of Communications and the Chief of Staff for the President & COO as well as key members of their organizations to deliver internal, external, and executive communications services that support growth of the business and our focus on high-quality and affordable health care. The Manager will establish communications initiatives for program-wide projects, create associated content and messaging, execute related deliverables on time and on budget, and evaluate success. The Manager will work across multiple stakeholder groups to gather the necessary information and input, and collaborate with the Chief of Communications to manage high-profile initiatives. This position will partner with PR, Issues Management, and Corporate Communications colleagues to establish and maintain the standards for the Kaiser Permanente business and brand. The Manager will ensure organizational strategies are effectively communicated to the targeted internal and external stakeholders, including KP leaders and employees. Essential Functions: Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: - Serve as primary content creator for President & COO with direction from Chief of Communications, which includes digital platforms, internal/external conference presentations, messages to targeted and broader KP organization, and communications to Kaiser Permanente stakeholders and strategic partners. - Responsible for President & COO presentation briefings, talking points and support, interview/presentation staffing, briefing on projects as directed by the Chief of Communications. - Develop integrated internal communication plans for President & COO programs and initiatives, including communications positioning, messaging, and tactics consistent with the Kaiser Permanente brand in conjunction with the Chief of Communications. - Oversee the screening and recommendation of speaking opportunities for President & COO. Orchestrate and manage the pipeline of the President & COO presentations, including evaluating the opportunities, managing the process, collaborating with internal subject matter experts, and coordinating with the broader team. - Lead projects and/or ongoing teams for the purpose of implementing specific, high-quality communications projects, events, or programs within a given timeframe in support of President & COO, and evaluating success. - Strategize with Chief of Communications and others to write strategic communication plans and creative briefs, research and analyze information, write articles, prepare presentations (PowerPoint presentations, speeches and talking points), plan logistics, and manage overall coordination of various activities related to any events requiring the presence of the President & COO. - Provide direct management of satellite team and direction to ensure alignment with the business. - Learn and understand Kaiser Permanente's business to ensure alignment between communications and strategic business objectives. - Other responsibilities as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - At least ten (10) years of experience in corporate communications environment, including two (2) years of supervisory &/or major project leadership experience. - Recent experience in planning & implementing complex internal communications plans & projects for a large, complex organization, w/ track record of increasing responsibility. - Demonstrated experience on cross-functional, integrated (internal/external) efforts. - Proven experience w/ organizational change, corporate reputation management, internal brand reinforcement, & stakeholder engagement. - Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, public relations, business administration or related field. - Master's degree preferred. - Professional-level writing & editing skills for Web & traditional media. - Demonstrated excellence in directly supporting senior executives in large organizations & influencing their approach to communications while nurturing the relationship. - Demonstrated excellence in working collaboratively in a team setting. - Able to respond to emerging issues & crises. - Excellent writing & editing skills. - Project management. - Consulting skills, customer focus. - Must be familiar w/ Microsoft suite of applications, especially Power Point. - Must be proficient in using electronic mail systems & familiar w/ researching & accessing information from the Internet. Preferred Qualifications: - Proven executive communications support of a VP or above - Exceptional event management experience that includes creating content and visuals, managing all logistics, and providing hands-on support - Recent proven experience in strategic communications planning, implementation, and evaluation of complex internal projects - Ability to manage projects for a large, matrixed organization with a track record of increasing responsibility - Proven management experience and ability to mentor team members - Demonstrated business acumen - Health care industry experience - Agency experience - Ability to respond quickly to emerging issues and crises - Detail-oriented, well-organized, proactive, analytical, solutions-driven, team-focused and results-oriented - Ability to work evenings and weekends with short or little notice - Ability to travel with short or little notice2012-05-03 17:58:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133843CAOakland, CA28403620http://kp.jobs/xml/28403620/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Account Manager - OHS (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Account Manager - OHS Oakland, CA Accountable for managing and growing an assigned Book of Business and to achieve sales growth goals and strategic objectives for KOJ business line. This position involves collecting, aggregating and reporting competitive developments and trends for organizational strategic planning, identifying and engaging key KP personnel who can enhance the business relationship, close teamwork with the KOJ Regional Occupational Health TPMG group, the SPMG group, and management of an up-sell opportunity pipeline with Health Plan Sales, Account Management and KP business health/wellness consultants. Essential Functions: - Develop & execute book of business plans to ensure attainment of BOB-specific goals - Analyze the business opportunities in group/book of business - Identify & confirm customer's needs & business strategies - Collect specific business information & competitive data - Analyze quantitative data & identify gaps between current state & optimal business position - Conduct political map analysis; identify & fill relationship gaps - Develop strategy for optimizing our business opportunities - Plan & conduct customer meeting & approach - Use the Value Proposition in order to differentiate KP - Build strong, trusting relationships - Build win-win-win scenarios - Employ a consistent & disciplined business process for account planning & strategic engagement - Engagement strategy must include joint planning & problem solving focusing on meeting their specific goals & objectives - Identify & engage key decisions-makers & influencers in designated brokerage/consultant firms - Educate brokers/consultants on KP product portfolio & how to appropriately position KP for success in customer accounts - Identify brokerage/consultant needs & develop appropriate solutions - Anticipate implications of industry trends & KP changes & proactively engage brokers/consultants about issues that impact their business - Develop & execute account plans to ensure attainment of account specific goals - Identify & collect appropriate information to better understand business issues, problems & opportunities - Understand the customer's political landscape - Understand & use industry, financial, & organizational data - Accurately diagnoses customers' business strengths, weaknesses, & key issues that can inform how health care benefits decisions are made in the customer's organization - Effective use of the revenue investment funds to support business targets - Understand the opportunities, our business position, & what motivates decisions - Present a persuasive business case to customers and/or brokers - Review outcomes & learn from results in order to identify & maximize future opportunities - Create programs that educate customers w/ the goal of achieving sustainable behavior changes - Assume other duties as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 3+ years experience in workers' compensation claims, managed care or risk management - The ability to understand relationships between workers' compensation insurance carriers, TPA's, self-insured employers, managed care entities, network developers, property casualty brokers and PPO and MPN arrangements is needed for this position, as well as experience in sales or customer relations. - 2+ years of experience in marketing, business development, and/or managing business to business relationships required - Strong computer and analytic skills, including experience creating client presentations using Microsoft Office programs and use of client databases, required - Bachelor's degree marketing, finance, business administration OR equivalent experience required - Proven track record of meeting individual business objectives - Excellent verbal and written communication skills required - Strong interpersonal, presentation, and persuasion skills required - Effective account management skills - Knowledge of and experience with employee health benefits Preferred Qualifications: - MHA, MPH, CCM, CDMS or MBA - Knowledge of underwriting processes, healthcare products, and contracts preferred - Knowledge of California workers' comp laws, regulations, MPN's and those relationships with workers' compensation insurance preferred - Knowledge of occupational health services and CAL-OSHA requirements a plus2012-05-03 17:58:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133996CAOakland, CA28403621http://kp.jobs/xml/28403621/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Director-Strategic Sales Location: San Diego, CA Director of Strategic Sales Kaiser Permanente, San Diego, Burbank or Oakland, California Summary: Establish a sustainable and productive business relationship with the leadership of key brokerage firms. Essential Functions: - Negotiate membership targets, broker compensation, and service agreements with brokerage firms. Initiate business relationship protocol with brokerage firm leadership at each site. Assess the firm's business potential by collecting book-of-business size, KP penetration, and historical growth data. Write strategic plan for Broker Relations Management review. Draft agreement for VP Sales review and signature. Organize and coordinate KP relationship with brokerage firms - Align Sales and AM, Pricing, and other departments to execute strateg. Coordinate brokerage firm's relationship with account managers, Pricing, CSC, KP executives and Medical Group. - Meet frequently with brokerage firm leadership to identify issues, risks, and opportunities. Be the 'go to' person for complex issues and problems. Convene KP staff to resolve them. Clarify and communicate a KP sales and account management contact list for brokerage firm. Convene meetings between KP sales, account management and firm. Provide input into Sales - Executive and Account Manager performance relative to targets. - Achieve growth targets. Review appropriate metrics to assess performance. Present and discuss reports that summarize brokerage firm and KP's performance relative to target. Develop corrective action plan if performance is falling behind target. Convene appropriate KP people to implement corrective action plan. - Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. - Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP's code of conduct) by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures. - In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or related field, or equivalent years of professional related experience - 7 years of sales management and broker business development experience in the health care industry. - Must possess and successfully demonstrate the required competencies of business acumen, strategic thinking, negotiation, influence, coaching and problem solving skills and consultative selling skills. - Life license required or ability to obtain one within 120 days of hire date. Preferred Qualifications: - Masters degree or evidence of ongoing educational development highly preferred.2012-05-03 17:58:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134075CASan Diego, CA28403622http://kp.jobs/xml/28403622/jobUSABurbankTitle: Senior Manager- Medicare Marketing Communications Location: Burbank, CA The Senior Manager, Medicare Marketing Communications is responsible for managing marketing communications campaigns and programs (offline and digital) for the Medicare Group and Aging In target segments. This is a position that requires a candidate to have many years of experience managing staff, presenting to senior leadership, communications planning and execution. This position will interface with our Brand Creative and Production Services teams in addition to members of the Business Marketing Communications Department to ensure delivery of projects on time with no errors in market. This position will also interface with executive leadership in the Line of Business and Sales and Account Management. Essential Functions: - Works with director to develop scope of work for team, sequencing, defining value proposition, setting strategic & business direction, context & priorities for the team - Provides oversight, coaching & management to more senior individual contributors (e.g. Analysts, Data Consultants, Sr Market Strategy Consultants I, Sr Market Strategy Consultants II, & Sr Data Consultants) - Educate & communicate goals, strategy, & methodologies clearly & persuasively - Build relationships with internal & external partners - Major impact on functional and/or KP objectives & goals - Responsibilities impact the integrated achievement of functional and/or KP objectives, that strongly contribute to long-term success or failure - Erroneous decisions/recommendations will result in significant inefficiencies, and/or failure to meet functional objectives & may jeopardize overall KP activities - Involves a high degree of interpretation & analysis of obscure or inconclusive data - Has final authority to make most decisions, except for those that require additional management approval - Requires a broad range of highly complex decision-making - Some decisions could be precedent setting - Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives & project functional trends - Requires experienced business or technical judgment to create novel solutions for thought-provoking, diverse & highly complex issues - Analyzes recommendations made by others to solve issues bearing broad or company-wide impact - May involve the application of sophisticated methodology - Requires the ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, others in sensitive situations, without damage to the relationship - Requires the persuasion, presentation and/or negotiation of functional strategies, philosophies, policies, and/or opinions in order to substantially impact the function - Regularly interacts with management or executive levels on matters concerning functional areas, multiple regions and/or customers - Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives & approaches to assignments - Management reviews results to determine success of operation - Provides managerial responsibility for multiple teams of increased depth/breadth/complexity - Accomplishes results through subordinates, who exercise significant latitude & independence in their assignments - Contributes to determination of organizational structures - Assume other duties as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree required (e.g. business, economics, mathematics, statistics, etc). - Minimum: Eight (8) - ten (10) years of content/functional experience and two (2) years of management experience OR master's degree and four (4) - seven (7) years of experience. - Advanced knowledge (broad expertise or unique knowledge) of policies, practices and systems. - Develops advanced concepts, techniques, and standards. - Develops new applications based on professional principles and theories. - Viewed as functional expert in field within KP. - Applies advanced principles, theories, and concepts. - Contributes to the development of innovative principles and ideas. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree preferred. - Preferred: At least eight (8) years of content/functional experience and three (3) - five (5) years of management experience.2012-05-03 17:58:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134117CABurbank, CA28403623http://kp.jobs/xml/28403623/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Product Manager - Benefits Portfolio Location: Oakland, CA Product Manager, Benefits Portfolio We are seeking an experienced Product Manager with executive level sklls and a focus on the business and customer needs.Responsible for the design and maintenance of Kaiser Permanente's benefit policies and portfolio of health benefits available for sale. Role includes both National policy development and application to the California benefits portfolio.This position requires a proactive, creative, and critical thinker who is constantly assessing and finding opportunities for improving Kaiser's portfolio of benefits and overall benefits administration. Essential Functions: Stay abreast of competitive market and industry trends in health care benefits and plan designs, including fully-insured and self-funded. Analyze National and Regional markets to ensure that Kaiser's offerings are competitive across the industry and to champion development of future benefit capabilities. Own development lifecycle for new benefit requests: Determine objectives and set priorities for enhancements to the full benefit portfolio as well as meeting custom requests for specific customers. Develop business case for key benefits and benefit designs. Maintain performance metrics for assigned portfolio. Collaborate with Product/Lines of Business/Sales Channel to identify benefit portfolio enhancements and meet needs of respective markets. Support maintenance of Kaiser's benefit compliance by partnering with Legal/Regulatory to address state and federal mandates including Health Care Reform and CMS/Medicare. Lead cross functional teams to meet policy development and implementation project timelines. Ensure successful requirements definition, benefit design, solution development, and approvals. Drive benefit changes through Health Plan and Medical Group governance bodies to ensure adherence to organizational goals, benefit guardrails and medical group philosophy and standards. Present recommendations, and provide supporting analysis for project sponsors and steering committees. Regularly interact with management or executive levels to inform, frame, and influence benefit policy decisions. May manage the efforts of direct and indirect reports. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor degree or 4 additional years of equivalent work experience is required. -Minimum of 8years of marketing, product management, health care industry, or benefits experience. - Strong analytical abilities. Ability to understand and frame complex business problems, apply analytical skills to develop solutions and build a business case for change. -Strong communication and collaboration skills. Experience working across functions and influencing decision making at senior levels of the organization. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of health care industry and trends preferred. - Knowledge of KP benefit offerings and systems preferred. - Master's degree. - Knowledge of project management tools and methods.2012-05-03 17:58:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132232CAOakland, CA28403617http://kp.jobs/xml/28403617/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Department Manager Leader -Emergency Services Location: Oakland, CA Manages 24-hour departments providing patient care services. Ensures staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical standards of care and practice; responsible for all resource budgeting, selection and development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of 24-hour departments that may be at multiple locations. - Ensures Assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements. - Establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members and internal clients' expectations. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops and monitors budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. - Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Ensures on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organizations goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Oversees and develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive nursing experience in both patient care and management/leadership roles required (usually five (5) years). - Previous supervisory experience required (usually four (4) years). - BSN or BA in a health care related field strongly preferred. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certificate required. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - CPR, PALS and ACLS2012-05-03 17:58:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133602CAOakland, CA28403597http://kp.jobs/xml/28403597/jobUSARichmondTitle: Manager Optical Branch Location: Richmond, CA Plans, organizes and directs the operations for an optical service branch office. Responsible for the management of all branch activities, including marketing, production, accounting, and administrative functions. Manages an office of employees that includes dispensers, contact lens fitters, and cashier/receptionists. Essential Functions: - Manages patient sales and service activities performed by dispensing opticians, contact lens fitters, and receptionist personnel for sales office. Plans, directs, manages, and accounts for quality of services (including contact lens fitting, dispensing and mini lab operations), and FTE budgets. - Responsible for resolving patient complaints, including satisfaction and refunds. Manages daily staffing requirements and accounts for time cards; approves and schedules vacation and other absences for all branch employees. Manages personnel actions, including interviewing, orientation, recommends hiring and terminations as necessary. Also, training, evaluations, counseling, and discipline. Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with facility Eye Clinics, administration, personnel, Health Plan, Member services, and union representatives. Coordinates branch activities such as marketing events, meetings and education for the branch. - Administers Optical Services policies and procedures which ensure quality care and service in compliance with all labor contracts and government regulations. Orders and maintains frame and other product inventories. Recommends capital equipment and personnel budgets. Records, monitors, and manages sales records and reports. Assures that branch files are properly maintained and that completed goods are delivered to minimized dollar amount of accounts receivable. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, typically four years optical experience. - Benchroom and grinding room experience preferred. - Supervisory background and experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in Business Administration. - American Board Opticianary (ABO) certification required. - Significant knowledge of contact lens operations preferred. - Ability to lead and direct individuals in a highly technical field. - Service orientated abilities. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Be proficient in Basic Computer skills Schedule: Full-Time Regular, 40 hours per week, Day shift. Scheduled days and hours may vary based upon departmental needs. Some Evening and Saturdays will be required.2012-05-03 17:58:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133627CARichmond, CA28403598http://kp.jobs/xml/28403598/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Group Leader Data Consulting Location: San Francisco, CA Under general supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by managing a group of high-level consultants and SAS programmers. This position functions as a manager, but must know high-level statistical analytics programming and have strong consulting skills. Essential Functions: - Leads a group of consultants and analysts who work w/ client groups to develop reports and analyses that address key organizational issues. - Provides leadership and direction for the unit in accordance w/ the overall direction and strategy of the department. - Leads the development of outcomes and process measures, including technical specifications, to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, and evaluation. - Assists w/ the development and review of complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, and software written by self and others. - Reviews data integrity across multiple databases (internal SAS, DB2, VSAM; external: Adobe, Excel, SAS parsing routines, COBOL). - Reviews sophisticated statistical models and forecasting tools using these databases. - Reviews the design and enhancement of databases. - Reviews menu systems, reports, tracking, and monitoring tools. - Ensures accurate, timely, and consistent reports and investigations and satisfies the client's needs. - Defines and frames complex multi-dimensional healthcare issues and develops time tables/processes for decision making. - Translates needs, issues, and ideas into effective strategies and action plans. - Formulates specific implementation plans and evaluates the effectiveness of actions/programs implemented. - Develops creative alternative solutions. - Works closely w/ IT, outside partners, and physicians for TPMG departments. - Coordinates team/project activities and schedules. - Determines goals and priorities w/ team, clients, or project management sponsors. - Establishes team membership and project participants, provides leadership and expert consultation to multi-disciplinary project teams, and manages work of outside consultants when used. - Communicates and reviews results/recommendations to project sponsors, clients, and various senior level audiences (including physicians for TPMG departments). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, net or equivalent statistical analytical programming language. - Three (3) to five (5) years of experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases required. - One (1) to three (3) years of experience supervising day-to-day activities of data consultants or demonstrated ability to lead professionals and manage others through influence and collaboration. - Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems required. - Typically three (3) to five (5) plus years of related analytical, consulting, and health care experience preferred. - Experience with SQL, macros, AF, and SASGRAPH, PROC Report and statistical procedures in SAS preferred. - Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Health Care Administration, Public Health Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related field required or equivalent bachelor's degree and work experience in lieu of a master's degree. - Understanding of KP's internal organization, management, goals, strategies, and technical systems both North and/or South required. - Broad familiarity w/ medical practices, especially population management, and process and outcomes measurement. - Knowledge of JCL strongly preferred. - Ability to express complex analytical and technical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate analysis plans. - Microsoft Office skills required. - Exceptional analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. - Must be an independent self-starter. - Proven leadership skills in consulting and project management for some areas. - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, and results orientation. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to lead a team of data analysts in their day to day work. Ability to be a technical mentor as well as develop the infrastructure around the newly formed team.2012-05-03 17:58:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133657CASan Francisco, CA28403600http://kp.jobs/xml/28403600/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Speech Therapist II - South Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA Provides diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders for more complex cases. Ensures compliance with standards and regulatory requirements. Oversees work of entry-level staff and supports community programs. Essential Functions: - Evaluates and administers diagnostic tests and provides individualized treatment to adults and children for a variety of communication disorders, voice and swallowing impairment, and neurological defects. - Advises physicians and member/caregiver of test results. - Collaborates with physician as treatment plan changes. - Provides training for more junior therapists. - Participates in developing in-service programs for staff development. - Monitors the work of contract therapists and the treatment of patients in non-Kaiser facilities. - Serves as a consultant on interdisciplinary teams. - Develops, implements, and maintains department policies and procedures. - Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirement. - Identifies and recommends opportunities to contain costs and improve services. - Assists with community programs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience as a Speech Therapist (usually two (2) years). - Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology. - Completion of a Speech Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) Internship required. - Current California license required. - BLS required. - Certificate of Clinical Competence. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain an NPI prior to the employment start date. - Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Acute trauma care and/or ICU experience in past year.2012-05-03 17:58:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133691CASacramento, CA28403599http://kp.jobs/xml/28403599/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Quality Analyst (W12-42) Location: Walnut Creek, CA This position assists clinical support services, hospital ambulatory, & health plan committees w/ patient care review & reporting requirements. It also ensures accurate data collection, organization, tracking of medical staff departmental chart reviews, generation of computerized reports, & maintenance of all data files. Essential Functions: - Conducts concurrent & retrospective clinical studies by performing review using screening criteria as prescribed by the medical staff - Performs variance screening & tracking by reviewing Clinical Pathway documentation to monitor quality of care issues - Aggregates data & refers all cases not meeting established criteria to Departmental Quality Assurance - Enters QA/RM/UM variances from care paths, screening indicators, utilization focused studies, Medicare admission necessity, & continued stay reviews into the department computer database - Prepares statistical reports based on information retrieved from MIDAS, EZ-QA, PARRS, &/or CABS/ADT systems & manual record review & data aggregation - Enters unusual occurrence & other information into the department database - Creates & runs reports for departments & the Committees - Prepares worksheets, distributes charts, completes applicable portions of the physician peer review forms, & monitors their completion by the medical staff - Maintains confidentiality of all data - Organizes & maintains data to assure integrity & reliability for future reporting Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Recent experience as a quality analyst, or similar position in health care preferred - High school diploma & computer experience - Some college level courses preferred - Working knowledge of medical terminology preferred - Skills in medical record reading & review preferred. (Higher education substituted for experience) - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-05-03 17:58:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133701CAWalnut Creek, CA28403601http://kp.jobs/xml/28403601/jobUSAElk GroveTitle: Health Education Instructor II [Medical Weight Management] Location: Elk Grove, CA Conducts health education classes using basic to moderately difficult or varied curriculum designed for the improvement of health of Kaiser members and non-members. May conduct classes of various health related topics. Essential Functions: - Teaches and models self-management skills, concepts, resources, and tools related to health, lifestyle change and behavior modification to class participants. - Assists participants in developing specific behavioral goals. - Provides individual instruction and counseling as needed. - Assesses needs of class participants and modifies class content or teaching methods to meet those needs. - Applies evidence-based education techniques in teaching methods. - Answers questions and provides class participants w/ appropriate resources of information. - Arranges and coordinates room set-up, availability of materials, and audio/visual equipment. - Maintains records of training activities including attendance rosters, homework assignments, class evaluations, and timesheets or phone TIME system. - Administers and collects class evaluation forms and class fees. - Conducts follow-up phones calls to participants including those who missed sessions to determine reason for absence, monitor progress of participants, and answer related questions. - Completes required continuous training and education such as those related to workplace safety, legal and regulatory compliance, accreditation and license requirements, and department specific requirements. - Maintains and promotes knowledge and utilization of resources related to health, lifestyle change, and behavior modification offered by Kaiser Permanente and through the community. Secondary Functions: May provide case management duties to ensure all patients followed required medical protocols. Initiates weekly support phone calls with patients during the weight loss and maintenance phases. Provides individual short and long term counseling/coaching to promote or maintain behavior change. Sessions support a medically supervised meal replacement weight management program. Teaching modules are provided. Must be able to work flexible hours. Evening hours required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching classes or conducting training programs. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent related to field of course instruction. - Licensed or professional credentials or certification in the field as appropriate to the course instruction - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and group process. - Basic knowledge of health concepts, preventive health care, and behavior change. - Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated skills in teaching techniques and presentation. - Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people w/ understanding of group dynamics. - Ability to function independently and exercise professional judgment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in counseling, teaching or health education in a clinical setting. - Experience in weight loss management strongly preferred. - Excellent group facilitation skills and the ability to motivate others to change behaviors. - Excellent written and oral communication skills.2012-05-03 17:58:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133802CAElk Grove, CA28403605http://kp.jobs/xml/28403605/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Sr Physical Therapist [1155] Location: San Francisco, CA Provides independent physical therapy management of patients under the direction of the Rehabilitation Services Director or designee. Provides physical therapy services in specialized patient care clinics, and assists in the development, implementation and review of departmental patient care programs. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning for physical therapy. - Implements the treatment plan through direct treatment of the patient, delegates a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly reassesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patients towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Participates in appropriate and approved educational and clinical research activities in physical therapy. - Participates in specialized patient care clinics outside the department. - Assists in the development, implementation, and review of departmental patient care programs. - Performs other duties as needed in the areas of staff education, departmental operations, and departmental projects. Demonstrates on-going progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have at least two (2) years experience in physical therapy. - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in Physical Therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensed to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience treating chronic pelvic pain and incontinence or interest in obtaining skills in this area preferred. Schedule: Mon, Wed: 8:00AM - 4:30PM; Fri: 8:00AM - 12:00PM2012-05-03 17:58:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133822CASan Francisco, CA28403606http://kp.jobs/xml/28403606/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Psychiatric Social Worker, Psychiatric Social Worker Asst., Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage and Family Therapist Asst., Location: Oakland, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Secondary Functions: - Practice in an adult psychiatric clinic setting. - Provide individual and group crisis intervention to an adult psychiatric population. - Telephone screening as needed. - Facilitate at least 2 psychotherapy groups. - Participate in team meetings and collaborate with colleagues. - Consult with medical and psychiatric staff regarding diagnosis, evaluations, strengths and deficits. - Instruct and counsel patients regarding compliance with therapeutic regimens, including adherence to prescription medication within the scope of practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Psychiatric Social Worker (LCSW): Masters Degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university and Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. OR - Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT): Masters Degree in Applied Behavioral Science required. Current license as a Marriage, Family and Child Counselor in the State of California, and previous post license, paid experience as a member of a psychiatric treatment team in an outpatient setting/program under licensed supervision (usually two to four years). Knowledge of state regulations with regard to ethics, treatment, patient rights and confidentiality. OR - Marriage & Family Therapist Assistant: Masters Degree in Applied Behavioral Science required from an accredited college of university. OR - Psychiatric Social Work Assistant: Masters Degree in Social Work required from an accredited college of university. - Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker - Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. Schedule: Part-Time Regular, 32hours per week, Day shifts. Monday-Thursday: 9:00am to 5:00pm. Night and weekend on-call to Emergency Department may be required. Regular Evening hours required for at least 20% of time.2012-05-03 17:58:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132649CAOakland, CA28403593http://kp.jobs/xml/28403593/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Staff Nurse II - Emergency Department (120020) Location: Walnut Creek, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) provides & coordinates emergency nursing care for patients for a designated time frame. Participates in patient/family teaching & provides leadership in working cooperatively w/members of the health care team to maintain standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Essential Functions: - MSE reflecting sound clinical knowledge & judgment, & consistent w/Standardized Procedure & State/Federal regulations. - Provision of competent Emergency nursing care, for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population the facility serves. - Works within scope of practice, including standardized procedures, & communicates clearly w/all members of health care team. - Completes duties w/regard to safety practices & policies, including infection control, workplace safety, & management of aggressive behaviors. - Provision of care is consistent w/EMTALA, Nurse Practice Act, Title 22 & other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality & risk management. - Proficiencies in emergency responses such as resuscitation/codes, hazmat response, & emergency childbirth. - Proficient in the use of computers in documentation, tracking, conveying information. - Teamwork w/all internal & external departments & agencies involved in the provision of care. - Medication administration & management including titrating infusions & pediatric medications. - Requires dependable attendance to scheduled shifts & required staff development. - Maintains all required licenses, certifications & professional development/ continuing education requirements per department & facility standards. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual & cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement & patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care in collaboration w/the health care team. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, & continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, & supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by all health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs & implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate, & concise manner. - Demonstrates knowledge of & applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, & documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility & accountability for own professional practice. - Participates in department & interdepartmental Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately & coordinates duties of health care team members. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions w/patients, families, & all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients, & families. - Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates & provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize & coordination) to LVN's, ED Technicians, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One year of recent (within the last three years) experience as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program & completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience OR Graduate of registered nursing program & either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care & has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Successful completion of, or enrollment leading to successful completion of, the KP Emergency Nursing Course w/ preceptorship, or equivalent training, or equivalent experience. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - ACLS & PALS certification required within six months of date of hire into ED position; TNCC, if required, within one year of date of hire into ED position. Depending on the facility, TNCC or NRP may also be required for this position. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written & oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-03 17:58:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132751CAWalnut Creek, CA28403595http://kp.jobs/xml/28403595/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Psychiatric Social Worker LCSW, Psychiatric Social Worker Asst (PSWA) , Psychologist (PhD), or Psychological Asst - Bilingual Spanish Location: Vallejo, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -Psychologist (963005): PhD, PsyD, or EdD in clinical or counseling required from an accredited college or university, Current valid license to practice psychology in the State of California, and Minimum of two years professional experience under the direction of a licensed psychologist or board certified psychiatrist. Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. OR - Psych Asst (963004): PhD, PsyD or EdD in clinical or counseling psychology. OR -PSWA (963015): Masters degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. OR LCSW (963010): - Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker:Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Master's degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. - Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. - Bilingual Spanish required. +++Bilingual Spanish is required for this position+++2012-05-03 17:58:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133289CAVallejo, CA28403596http://kp.jobs/xml/28403596/jobUSARichmondTitle: Laboratory Assistant II, (No. RCH-12-LA-01), Grade 365 Location: Richmond, CA Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, receives and processes specimens, performs clerical tasks and performs phlebotomy. May operate automated or semi-automated test equipment, or plate and process microbiology specimens under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person, as authorized by the California lab law. Essential Functions: - Draws blood from patient's finger, heel, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples. - Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen. - Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately. - Informs physicians of released lab results. - Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens. - Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed. - Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED. - California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). - Must be able to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-03 17:58:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132470CARichmond, CA28403590http://kp.jobs/xml/28403590/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Nutrition Partner - Grade 110 (1435) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Under direct supervision, performs a variety of tasks to ensure proper set up & delivery of meals & supplies for patient & non-patient food service and receives food & supplies & stores in appropriate storage areas. Processes information related to nutritional care of patients. Collects, maintains, & communicates data relative to patient's dietary requirements & operational needs of the department. Essential Functions: - Collects patient meal & snack choices according to diet order (MNT) in writing or via handheld electronic device, assuring the patient's age specific, food allergy, religious, cultural & food preference needs are accommodated - Resolves problems & concerns utilizing the patient care team, registered dietitian, nutrition clerk or management - Prints documents using CBORD software on PC Prepares tray tickets for tray-line & collects food & supplies for service - Assembles patient meals (tray line) & snacks accurately according to diet order, tray ticket, snack label or other protocol and measures food portions into individual servings - Delivers meals & snacks, stores properly &/or heats & serves trays to proper patient and deliver & store non-patient meals, catering or other assigned food & supplies - Receives & stores product deliveries such as groceries, tube feedings, supplements, office supplies, equipment, paper goods, etc - Organizes new products in proper location behind older products (First In, First Out), discards dented products, extra cardboard or garbage, and labels any goods or products as assigned Inspects delivery & reviews invoice for accuracy & proper condition of goods & signs invoice if authorized to do so - Stocks assigned areas w/ products such as condiments, paper goods, food, beverages, &chemicals according to defined par levels or procedures. Stocking may include floor nourishments, tray line supplies, printer paper supplies, chemical dispensers, etc. and organizes & cleans & sanitizes assigned pantry, kitchen surfaces & equipment according to defined procedures as frequently as assigned - Records all assigned data such as food storage temperatures, dishwasher temperatures, pH levels, meal counts, late trays, etc. & logs data in proper area Assures temperatures or other data are w/in assigned range & follows up w/ action & documentation when out of range - Documents equipment malfunctions according to facility procedure - Monitors pertinent patient information such as admission, discharge, transfer, diet order changes - Initiates all follow up based on the data such as adding a tray ticket, changing a room on a meal, adding a fluid restriction etc - Reviews diet related status of patients' nutritional care via CBORD software system & updates menus, tray tickets, nourishments, tube feeding, preferences, according to facility protocol to assure nutritional adequacy, age specific, cultural, religious needs are met, & avoids potential food-drug interactions - Organizes test meals for compliance w/ current prescribed diet order as assigned - Files required documents such as delivery logs, orders, patient census, diet order census, etc - Performs other duties as assigned - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six months experience in nutritional services department/diet office in an acute care or skilled nursing facility desirable or one year other food service experience - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) - Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred - Data entry skills utilizing Word or Excel database systems - Data entry skills utilizing Palm Pilot desirable - Ability to draft short correspondence desirable - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other individuals within the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-05-03 17:58:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132639CAWalnut Creek, CA28403592http://kp.jobs/xml/28403592/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Staff Nurse II - Emergency Department [10-5 (1)] Location: San Rafael, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) provides & coordinates emergency nursing care for patients for a designated time frame. Participates in patient/family teaching & provides leadership in working cooperatively w/members of the health care team to maintain standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Essential Functions: - MSE reflecting sound clinical knowledge & judgment, & consistent w/Standardized Procedure & State/Federal regulations. - Provision of competent Emergency nursing care, for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population the facility serves. - Works within scope of practice, including standardized procedures, & communicates clearly w/all members of health care team. - Completes duties w/regard to safety practices & policies, including infection control, workplace safety, & management of aggressive behaviors. - Provision of care is consistent w/EMTALA, Nurse Practice Act, Title 22 & other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality & risk management. - Proficiencies in emergency responses such as resuscitation/codes, hazmat response, & emergency childbirth. - Proficient in the use of computers in documentation, tracking, conveying information. - Teamwork w/all internal & external departments & agencies involved in the provision of care. - Medication administration & management including titrating infusions & pediatric medications. - Requires dependable attendance to scheduled shifts & required staff development. - Maintains all required licenses, certifications & professional development/ continuing education requirements per department & facility standards. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual & cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement & patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care in collaboration w/the health care team. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, & continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, & supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by all health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs & implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate, & concise manner. - Demonstrates knowledge of & applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, & documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility & accountability for own professional practice. - Participates in department & interdepartmental Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately & coordinates duties of health care team members. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions w/patients, families, & all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships w/members of the health care team, patients, & families. - Demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates & provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize & coordination) to LVN's, ED Technicians, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One year of recent (within the last three years) experience as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program & completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience OR Graduate of registered nursing program & either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care & has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Successful completion of, or enrollment leading to successful completion of, the KP Emergency Nursing Course w/ preceptorship, or equivalent training, or equivalent experience. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - ACLS & PALS certification required within six months of date of hire into ED position; TNCC, if required, within one year of date of hire into ED position. Depending on the facility, TNCC or NRP may also be required for this position. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written & oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week I: Mon, Fri, Sat Week II:Sun, Mon, Wed2012-05-03 17:58:42United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131892CASan Rafael, CA28403588http://kp.jobs/xml/28403588/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Inpatient Pharmacist - HTF (FRS-201851) Location: Fresno, CA Under indirect supervision, monitors and/or manages the medication therapy of specific hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Performs other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Under indirect supervision, monitors and/or manages the medication therapy of specific hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies and sensitivities - Advises patients of directions for use, medication, storage requirements, importance or compliance, precautions and warning for medication therapy - Provides medical personnel with medication information drug therapy options, and pharmacokinetic dosing advice - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores and distributes pharmacy products - Verifies accuracy of medication preparation and dispensing by pharmacy personnel - Participates in assigned education and training programs - Provides direction to Pharmacists Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians, and other non-licensed personnel - Performs other duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License - B.S. in Pharmacy req'd, Pharm.D. preferred - Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease states, and related information for medical management plan - American Heart Association approved Basic Life Support (BLS) care required for existing incumbents by 12/31/2010. Current BLS card required for new hires 12/20/2009. - Must be able to obtain an NPI# within one month in position - Aseptic technique and preparation of sterile IV products and chemotherapeutic agents - Emergency medication/drug monitoring - Federal and State laws and regulations regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Extract pertinent information from patient/other sources for the patient's medical management plan - Must have the ability to teach and be able to evaluate the effectiveness of the teaching - Possess excellent verbal/written communication skills - Operate pharmacy computer system(s) and other equipment - Read fine print - Lift or transport 1-50 lbs - Frequent bending/reaching/stooping - Must be able to generate prescription labels - MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK - Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment Schedule: Sun - Sat, 40 hours a week, variable shift; may include working weekends, evenings, nights, days and holidays.2012-05-03 17:58:42United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132167CAFresno, CA28403589http://kp.jobs/xml/28403589/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Health Educator I - Grade 586 [032912-2] Location: San Francisco, CA Under direct supervision, assesses, designs, implements, presents, & evaluates health education programs & services. Essential Functions: - Conducts needs assessments, establishes priorities, designs, implements, & evaluates basic health education programs, protocols, & standards - Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including establishing effective referral & publicity systems, monitoring quality & documentation, providing scheduling & logistical support, & facilitating use of community services to promote the delivery of cost-effective health education services - Provides direct group or one-to-one health education services to members & the public - Reviews, develops, & recommends high quality, culturally appropriate, written & audio-visual health education materials - Consults w/ physicians & staff regarding related health education services - Coordinates health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays, community health events, etc - Specializes in a specific area of health education (e.g. HIV, nutrition, chronic disease, health promotion) as required - Monitors performance of health education instructors & counselors - Prepares reports, grants, proposals, & documentation, as assigned - Participates in establishing department strategic goals & priorities - Performs other duties as assigned - This job has no supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in providing & coordinating health education services (usually 1 year) - Previous experience in uncomplicated curriculum & materials development - BA/BS in Health Education or in another health related field. - For specialization - content expertise or certification required - Knowledge of behavior change, adult learning, group process theory & application - Knowledge of PC applications required - Strong interpersonal & written communication skills - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment - Refer to position specifications outlined the appropriate collective bargaining agreement - Experience and certificate in teaching Lamaz or Child birth Preparation classes preferred. - Lactation Educator Certificate required. - IBCLC preferred. Schedule: Mon: 9:00AM - 1:00PM; Tues, Thurs: 9:00AM - 3:00PM; Wed: 1:00PM - 9:00PM. Once a month, this position works Saturday 10:00AM - 2:00PM, will have Monday off. This position works in the Breastfeeding Center, Hospital Tours, Newborn Care Class & Prenatal Education Center. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends; will follow the contract for notification of schedule change.2012-05-03 17:58:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130097CASan Francisco, CA28403582http://kp.jobs/xml/28403582/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Emergency (ED) Clerk, Grade 4 Location: San Francisco, CA Essential Functions: - The ED Registration Clerk is a member of the Health Care team who functions under the direction, guidance and supervision of the Department Manager, Assistant Manager or designee. - The ED Registration Clerk greets and checks in all patients reporting to the ED in a professional and courteous manner. - This position is responsible for accurate check-in; check out, information capture and revenue collection per procedures. - Responsible for having a general knowledge of the medical center in order to assist patients with questions and concerns. - Requires extensive use of the computer. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma - Six (6) months experience in a hospital/clerical setting or medical office. - Typing of 40 wpm. - Medical Terminology Test required. - Ability to work accurately with a high volume of work in a fast paced setting. - Demonstrate and maintain professional conduct to include dealing courteously, tactfully, and patiently with patients, co-workers, and consumers. - Knowledge of CICS/REGP. - Reception and cash handling experience. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Skills testing: Medical terminology (able to pass standardized test), and typing speed 40wpm Schedule: Part-Time Regular, 24 hours per week, Evening shifts: 7:00pm to 3:30am. Week 1: Monday, Tuesday and Saturday Week 2: Sunday, Thursday and Friday2012-05-03 17:58:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130722CASan Francisco, CA28403583http://kp.jobs/xml/28403583/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Staff Nurse II - Ambulatory Care Location: San Rafael, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care when and where appropriate to do so. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and acts to meet them. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse. - SURGICAL SERVICES (e.g., General Surgery, Urology) -1 year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in surgical services practice. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program and either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NALS and or PALS and or PEARS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-03 17:58:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129994CASan Rafael, CA28403581http://kp.jobs/xml/28403581/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Medical Assistant, Grade 180, (No. 4587) Location: Hayward, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or designee. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department. - Records information in patients' medical record. - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. - Assists clinician with care of the patient. - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department. - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry. - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. - Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. - Takes accountability for own actions. - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. - Adheres to Attendance Policy. - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship. - High School Diploma or GED. - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. - BLS certification. - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. - Ability to use personal computer. - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information. - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-03 17:58:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126267CAHayward, CA28403579http://kp.jobs/xml/28403579/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Lead Financial Analyst - Infrastructure Management Group - Infrastructure Planning and Delivery, SOX and IT Asset Management (ITAM) Location: Pleasanton, CA Job Summary: The Lead Financial Analyst is a client-facing role and high-level subject matter expert responsible for IT finance issues and processes. This individual will provide financial analysis to ensure that clients' needs are met accurately, and in a timely and professional manner. This position is responsible for the strategic analysis that informs business cases, budgets, forecasts, and long-term plans, while working with KP-IT business partners responsible for scenario planning, business case development and strategic analysis requirements of the IMG-IPD, SOX and ITAM organizations. Essential Functions: - Prepare the annual budget and monthly forecast in conjunction with the client - Analyze and comment on month-end financial results, provide variance analysis, research and resolve financial irregularities, and ensure transparency - Develop financial models to support strategic initiatives - Prepare concise and informative presentations of your analysis to senior management to inform and to educate/persuade - Be a change agent for strategic planning and process improvement - Prepare Ad hoc analysis and reporting - Participate in the development and maintenance of performance metrics, measurements, methods, and targets; assist in identifying performance improvement opportunities. In addition, provide ongoing recommendations on the use and interpretation of analysis, reports, methodologies, systems and source data, acting as a significant information resource - Analyze project business cases as needed, challenge financial spending and savings assumptions and participate in special projects as needed - Partner with Finance counterparts in all organizations to improve financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Lead cross-functional teams to solve issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - A minimum of 8 years of Finance experience. - 5+ years of related experience including the ability to demonstrate experience analyzing, modeling, and forecasting financial data, including a thorough understanding of financial statement construction and analysis. Experience in budgeting/forecasting and long range planning. Knowledge and understanding of accounting rules and practices required. - A minimum of 1 year experience in business case development for large scale multi-million dollar projects using cost/benefit analysis, cash flow and NPV analysis, scenarios and sensitivity analysis. - A minimum of 1 year of large capital project finance experience. - Results driven and can deliver under pressure. - Excellent demonstrated interpersonal and teamwork skills. - Strong communication skills (written and verbal). - Proven initiative and self-directed style. - Proficiency with MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. - Ability to travel 10-25% within the local area and between SCAL & NCAL Preferred Qualifications: - 1 year of experience of activity based costing or project costing experience - Working knowledge of Kaiser Permanente's systems and financial tools - Proficiency with MS Access - Working knowledge of Cognos, Business Objects, SAP, or Hyperion - MBA or equivalent2012-05-03 17:58:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134169CAPleasanton, CA28403564http://kp.jobs/xml/28403564/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Senior Financial Analyst - Infrastructure Finance - Network Services Location: Pleasanton, CA Job Summary: The Senior Financial Analyst will assist with supporting Infrastructure Network Services for the IT Infrastructure Finance team. This position is responsible for assisting the team on financial topics and to become a subject matter expert on financials related to Network Infrastructure. The analyst will work with KP-IT finance as well as business partners on initiatives that produce process improvements, analysis of variances and special requirements of the IT Infrastructure Finance team. The individual will assist with financial analysis in support of multiple financial and operational initiatives, be a change agent for strategic planning and process improvement, and operate in a professional and ethical manner at all times. Essential Functions: - Support business case development and analysis - Assist in the development of financial models - Develop, improve and enhance financial reports, models and databases - Initiate investigation of budget and forecast variances, cost trends and utilization patterns and perform analysis - Work autonomously but collaboratively with teammates and clients - Be a change agent for strategic planning and process improvement - Design analytical reports and prepare financial trend and data analysis reports - Will be accountable for the coordination, compilation, and verification of analytic interpretation of financial reports and analyses - Perform special projects/studies of moderate to complex scope as directed - Develop spreadsheet and PowerPoint decks for presentation and analysis of financial reports - Identify operational impact from analytical findings - Monitor compliance with policies and procedures related to financial management, budget systems and related automated systems - Partner with Finance counterparts in all organizations to improve financial analysis, reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes - Travel (10%) within the local area or possibly between SCAL and NCAL Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - A minimum of 5 years of finance experience. - General knowledge and understanding of accounting rules and principles - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, with ability to keep track of communications with multiple clients simultaneously - Excel skills including Pivot Tables, V Look-up formulas and IF statement formulas - Experience with PowerPoint presentations - Strong overall analytic and problem solving skills - Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment - Ability to work under tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy - Proven initiative and self-directed style - Confidentiality concerning all information and projects Preferred Qualifications: - MBA or equivalent - Experience developing business cases for large scale multi-million dollar projects using cost/benefit analysis, cash flow and NPV analysis - Proficient in budgeting and reporting software applications including Cognos and Business Objects - Proficiency with MS Access2012-05-03 17:58:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134172CAPleasanton, CA28403566http://kp.jobs/xml/28403566/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Senior Financial Analyst - Infrastructure Finance - Non-Network Projects Location: Pleasanton, CA Job Summary: The Senior Financial Analyst will assist with supporting Infrastructure Non-Network Projects for the IT Infrastructure Finance team. This position is responsible for assisting the team on leading financial projects and to become a subject matter expert on financial projects related to Non-Network Infrastructure. The analyst will work with KP-IT finance as well as business partners on initiatives that produce process improvements, analysis of variances and special requirements of the IT Infrastructure Finance team. The individual will assist with financial analysis in support of multiple financial and operational initiatives, be a change agent for strategic planning and process improvement, and operate in a professional and ethical manner at all times. Essential Functions: - Perform special projects/studies of moderate to complex scope as directed - Support business case development and analysis - Assist in the development of financial models - Develop, improve and enhance financial reports, models and databases - Initiate investigation of budget and forecast variances, cost trends and utilization patterns and perform analysis - Work autonomously but collaboratively with teammates and clients - Be a change agent for strategic planning and process improvement - Design analytical reports and prepare financial trend and data analysis reports - Will be accountable for the coordination, compilation, and verification of analytic interpretation of financial reports and analyses - Develop spreadsheet and PowerPoint decks for presentation and analysis of financial reports - Identify operational impact from analytical findings - Monitor compliance with policies and procedures related to financial management, budget systems and related automated systems - Partner with Finance counterparts in all organizations to improve financial analysis, reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes - Travel (10%) within the local area or possibly between SCAL and NCAL Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - A minimum of 5 years of finance experience. - General knowledge and understanding of accounting rules and principles - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, with ability to keep track of communications with multiple clients simultaneously - Excel skills including Pivot Tables, V Look-up formulas and IF statement formulas - Experience with PowerPoint presentations - Strong overall analytic and problem solving skills - Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment - Ability to work under tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy - Proven initiative and self-directed style - Confidentiality concerning all information and projects Preferred Qualifications: - MBA or equivalent - Experience developing business cases for large scale multi-million dollar projects using cost/benefit analysis, cash flow and NPV analysis - Proficient in budgeting and reporting software applications including Cognos and Business Objects - Proficiency with MS Access2012-05-03 17:58:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia134173CAPleasanton, CA28403567http://kp.jobs/xml/28403567/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: WOCN RN, Part-time, 32hours/week Location: San Diego, CA Primary role will include, but not be limited to, the direct care of patient and family of patients with gastrointestinal and genitourinary stomas, gastrointestinal and genitourinary continence disorders, acute/chronic wounds and fistulas. Direct care may encompass the complete care continuum and include assessment, testing, planning of care, intervention(s) and ongoing re-evaluation of patients. Essential Functions: - Provides follow-up and interventions to patients diagnosed with ostomies, draining wounds, fistulae, or skin breakdown secondary to pressure, incontinence, venous hypertension, arterial insufficiency, trauma, surgery or diabetic neuropathy and other related skin issues. - Provides direct patient care counseling of individuals anticipating surgery which may result in the creation of a stoma, individualized instruction for those who have an abdominal stoma for the diversion of stool or urine, or assessment and treatment recommendations for the above stated skin breakdown conditions. - Assists patient through continuum of care for management of related issues. - Evaluates new and currently used products for ostomy, continence and wound care. - Makes recommendations to patients in obtaining related products. - Assesses individual patient needs and goals, and provides educational programs to physicians, nursing, and other paramedical professionals on ostomy/wound care management and self-care education. - Conducts continuing educational programs for physicians and nursing personnel. - This helps provide current standards of practice for ostomy patients. - Provides patient/family teaching and education regarding ostomy/wound care and self-management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of previous clinical nursing experience as a Registered Nurse in caring for patients with abdominal somas, draining wounds, fistulas, and pressure sores. - Completion of an accredited WOCN program. - Current CA RN license. - AHA BLS. - Current Board Certification in Wound Ostomy Nursing (CWON). - Current Board Certification in Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nursing (CWOCN), preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of pediatric and adult patient teaching principles. - Demonstrated knowledge of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary and integumentary systems including path physiology. - Effective communication skills. - Fine motor dexterity.2012-05-02 18:39:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133417CASan Diego, CA28332103http://kp.jobs/xml/28332103/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Outpatient Pharmacy Supervisor - (TR-10326) Location: Pasadena, CA Under the direction of the Outpatient Pharmacy Manager - Hourly or Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager, provides supervision and direction to subordinate Pharmacist and non-pharmacist employees at identified Outpatient Pharmacy location(s). Ensures compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations, Statewide Pharmacy Operations objectives, policies, and procedures. Responsible for day-to-day operations of assigned work area(s)/functions(s)/ services(s). Provides supervision in a large volume pharmacy and/or 24-hour pharmacy operation. Performs the duties of all subordinate employees and other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Manager - Hourly or Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager with the development and implementation of pharmacy strategic initiatives. - Responsible for the supervision of day-to-day services/activities/functions, including drug distribution, drug education, pharmacist clinical activities, retail business expansion, inventory management, performance measurements, regulatory compliance, employee development and multi-disciplinary team development, in a large volume and/or 24-hour pharmacy location. - Supervises departmental personnel and operational practices to ensure compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations, T.J.C., O.S.H.A., SBOP, Statewide and Departmental policies and procedures. - Collaborates with the Inpatient Pharmacy Management and Medical Group departments to provide continuity of care and compliance with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations governing hospitals. - Sphere of influence includes Pharmacy Staff, Providers, other members of the Pharmacy Management Team. - Provides personnel management activities (e.g. recruits, hires, trains and evaluates, and/or terminates subordinate hourly personnel). - Works with Human Resources in handling employee grievances. - Completes/administers performance evaluations and ensures adherence to departmental plan for completion of performance evaluations. - Responsible for the preparation and assignment of department staff's work schedules and assignments. - Makes staffing and scheduling adjustments to meet volume/workload demands and in accordance with collective bargaining agreements. - Prepares and/or approves the biweekly payroll. - Provides regular communication and feedback to the staff. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy - Hourly or Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager to monitor personnel utilization in accordance with operating budget. - Responsible to monitor financial parameters and to operate within budgetary targets. - Participates in designing, implementing and evaluating systems, processes and methods designed to enhance quality, improve service, and enhance cost effectiveness. - Directs, assesses and alters dispensing and point-of-sale workflow to achieve desired service outcomes. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Manager - Hourly or Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager to collaborate with providers, department heads, and the Outpatient Pharmacy Director to implement, evaluate and improve quality management programs. - Provides resolution to service complaints by Health Plan members, other Kaiser health care professionals, department heads, and employees. - Administers organizational and department policies and procedures on a day-to-day basis. - Performs the duties of all subordinate employees and other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License. - B.S. in Pharmacy required, Pharm. D. preferred. - Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of contemporary outpatient pharmacy operations principles and standards, including clinical, professional, legal, business, and public relations aspects. - Must have a working knowledge of applicable Federal and State pharmacy regulations. - Ability to extract pertinent information from patients, or other sources, to apply to the patient's medical management plan. - Demonstrated abilities and skills in pharmacy business management, customer problem-resolution, leadership and supervision. - Must possess self-initiative, innovative and collaborative skills. - Ability to demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication skills. - Proficiency in various databases and other computer usage. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Previous experience or courses completed, in pharmacy business management or related subjects preferred. - Must pass background check. Notes: - PR# TR-10326 - Work schedule to vary as required - Position required occasional travel to other KPMCP and non-KPMCP locations for meetings, training, etc.2012-05-02 18:39:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133523CAPasadena, CA28332105http://kp.jobs/xml/28332105/jobUSADowneyTitle: Project Manager II (MT-1366) Location: Downey, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Responsible for setting strategic direction of projects and developing project plans. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the second job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At the second level, the Project Manager is responsible for leading projects of complex scope where analysis of data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within generally defined practices/policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of project. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or four (4) years of equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Master's Degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) strongly preferred. - Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. -Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Effective leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Effective interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Notes: - PR# MT-1366. - Work schedule to vary as required.2012-05-02 18:39:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133590CADowney, CA28332106http://kp.jobs/xml/28332106/jobUSADowneyTitle: Manager Regional (Centralized) Pharmcy Services - (RS-1205) Location: Downey, CA Responsible for the overall operations of specific Centralized Pharmacy location(s)/services(s) (e.g., CPP, PCC, CRP, MOPC). Provides leadership, supervision and direction to subordinate Pharmacy Services Supervisors, Lead Pharmacists, Pharmacists and non-pharmacist and other administrative employees. Ensures compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations, Statewide Pharmacy Operations objectives, policies and procedures. Minimal to no online dispensing duty. Manages operations in a centralized pharmacy/location with a scope of service that encompasses an entire region. Performs other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Assists Director with the development and implementation of pharmacy strategic initiatives to enhance quality, improve member service and enhance cost effectiveness. - Responsible for the overall quality/services/activities/functions, including drug distribution, mail order services, drug education, pharmacist clinical activities, retail business expansion, inventory management, performance measurements, regulatory compliance, employee development and multi-disciplinary team development in a centralized pharmacy/location with a regional scope of service. - Supervises departmental personnel and operational practices to ensure compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations. - TJC, OSHA, SBOP, Statewide and Departmental policies and procedures. - Provides personnel management activities (e.g., recruits, hires, trains and evaluates, and/or terminates subordinate personnel). - Develops a team of professionals who plan and implement departmental goals and objectives. - Provides regular communication and feedback to the staff. - Works with Human Resources in handling employee grievances. - Assists the Director in collaboration with providers, department heads and Pharmacy Operations to implement, evaluate and improve quality management programs. - Accountable for consistency and continuity in a centralized (regional) service area and transfer of best practices. - Provides leadership in the development and implementation of capital and operating budgets for area. - Responsible for integration and monitoring of financial parameters and to operate within budgetary targets. - Performs minimal to no online duties. - Performs other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License - Three (3) years (usually) previous supervisory/management experience in an integrated delivery system or healthcare network comprised of multiple sites/facilities or centralized with regional scope. - B.S. in Pharmacy required. - Pharm. D. preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacy operations principles and standards, including clinical, professional, legal, business and public relations aspects. - Demonstrated working knowledge of applicable Federal and State pharmacy regulations. - Demonstrated ability to lead and manage professionals and others through influence and collaboration in centralized (regional) service area. - Demonstrated self-initiative, innovative and collaborative skills. - Ability to demonstrate proficiency in oral and written English-speaking communication skills. - Proficiency in various databases and other computer usage. - Previous experience or courses completed, in pharmacy business management or related subjects preferred - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Typing skills of 30 wpm Notes: - PR # RS-1205 - Work schedule to vary as required2012-05-02 18:39:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133600CADowney, CA28332109http://kp.jobs/xml/28332109/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Qual and Util Consultant Location: Los Angeles, CA Communicates, consults, educates, & works collaboratively in the areas of quality assessment performance improvement, demonstration, & utilization management. Prepares appropriate quality information for various external organizations in collaboration w/ KFH/HP staff. Participates in projects independently w/ minimal direction from supervisor. Essential Functions: - Serves as a consultant in all areas of quality assessment, improvement, demonstration, & utilization management to regional staff & medical center physicians & staff - Leads & develops work teams or participates as a member of a quality/utilization work team - Projects will range from developing internal quality programs to responding to internal or external regulatory requirements - Regulatory requirements may include a review by a state or national organization - Selects & uses appropriate data & information from DOQU as it applies to each individual project - Oversees the following components of studies: definition of population, sample selection, data collection, chart review, data analysis, & statistical adjustment - Prepares Kaiser as a whole for specific regulatory reviews or audits - This also applies to special projects requiring collaboration w/ the other entities - Insures that the study plans have identified & adequately addressed the potential pitfalls that may be caused by data problems - Educates physicians & staff regarding regional projects or regulatory reviews (i.e., the interpretation of regulatory requirements & the methods of compliance when preparing for a review or the interpretation of project goals) - Reviews the work of quality & utilization analysts for purposes of quality control Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous clinical experience in nursing, rehabilitation therapy, social services or other discipline which conducts program/treatment outcomes evaluation - Usually three (3) - five (5) years of relevant previous experience in quality/utilization management and/or accreditation - Usually one (1) - three (3) years of experience providing consultative services, analytical studies and project management experience which may be included in the aforementioned experiential requirement - Bachelor's degree in nursing or related healthcare field such as management, public health, health services/business administration OR four (4) years (usually)of equivalent relevant experience in quality/ utilization management - Current California RN License preferred - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and apply/utilize quality improvement, quality control techniques, analytical skills, communication skills, JCAHO, Title 22, NCQA, MediCal, and HCFA standards and project management skills - Ability to demonstrate proficiency with word processing and use of spreadsheets2012-05-02 18:39:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133653CALos Angeles, CA28332111http://kp.jobs/xml/28332111/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Labor and Delivery, Part-time Nights, L329P Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in L & D or completion of KP L&D course or approved equivalent (which includes basic fetal monitoring and NRP) within prior 12 months. - Current NRP & ACLS card required. - Successful completion of AWHONN advanced fetal monitoring course since 2006. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. - Ability to scrub and circulate as required. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm-7:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm-7:30 am. - Works 'Payday' weekends - Position Control # L3292012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132334CASan Diego, CA28332087http://kp.jobs/xml/28332087/jobUSARiversideTitle: Clinical Lab Scientist Location: Riverside, CA Performs pre-analytical, analytical & post-analytical phase testing of all complexities as defined by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act/Amendment (CLIA) to include specialized tests & analysis in 1 or more areas of clinical laboratory such as Hematology, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunohematology, Serology, Parasitology & chemical & morphological examinations to obtain data for use in diagnosis & recording laboratory test results. Analysis of test results are performed on the population serviced (e.g., neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric clients). Essential Functions: - Performs & reports test results for all clinical laboratory procedures as assigned, both automated & manual, in the clinical laboratory department, w/out immediate review by the director, consultant, or supervisory team - Demonstrates proficiency, competency & understanding of fundamental principles of clinical laboratory procedures w/ minimal amount of supervision - Monitors & is accountable for test data, quality control, quality assurance, preventive maintenance, proficiency testing & all operations related to laboratory testing procedures - Notifies Supervisory team of any irregularities of factors, which may influence test results - Ability to trouble-shoot equipment & test methods - Identifies & resolves unusual laboratory situations & notifies appropriate parties w/in shift - Consults w/ physicians, nurses, pharmacists, etc on the technical aspects of methodologies used, appropriateness of test utilization & interpretation of patient results - Instructs new employees and/or CLS students in laboratory procedures w/in area the CLS assigned, in order that they may develop proficiency & understanding of the clinical laboratory methodology - Provides training, guidance & pertinent technical information to Laboratory Assistants, support staff, clerks, CLS students & Medical Center personnel - Discusses clinical laboratory problems of mutual interest w/ the Supervisory team, & lead technologist in order to develop a better communication link w/in the department - Participates in work groups to work through problems, issues or goals of the department - Assists in evaluating new tests procedures when requested & communicates to the Supervisory team the possibilities for their implementation - Meets states requirements for mandatory CEUs - As defined by established standards, works in a professional, cooperative & courteous manner - Observes all laboratory, KP & regulatory agency policies & procedures - Maintains overall safety (including chemical & biological) of the department in accordance w/ established safety, infection control & procedure protocols - Monitors supplies & reagents & notifies appropriate parties of par levels - As necessary & appropriate, may perform any clerical or other duties of support staff/laboratory assistants that may be assigned such as performing phlebotomy on inpatients & outpatients - Accepts responsibility of assisting in work areas not primarily his/her own - Operates computerized laboratory data systems / applications - Participates in direct patient care by providing the patient w/ information to enhance the understanding of laboratory test, instructing the patient on specimen requirements & conditions for specialized testing & collecting from the patient samples to include blood, body fluids, secretions, & tissues for analysis Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year recent experience as a CLS, preferred - A current & valid California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (CLS) - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of & to utilize the principles, theories, practices, methodologies & techniques required of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to communicate effectively. - Demonstrate ability to maintain a positive working relationship and courteous interactions with the public. Notes: - Part time day shift with variable day shift start times, 20 hrs minimum per week may be more as needed for vac coverage and other absences etc. - This is a Temporary Position for approximately 60 days. - Works rotating weekends - Travel to Wildomar MOB for 10 hr shifts2012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132352CARiverside, CA28332090http://kp.jobs/xml/28332090/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Labor and Delivery Part-time, L336P Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in L & D or completion of KP L&D course or approved equivalent (which includes basic fetal monitoring and NRP) within prior 12 months. - Current NRP & ACLS card required. - Successful completion of AWHONN advanced fetal monitoring course since 2006. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. - Ability to scrub and circulate as required. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm-7:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm-7:30 am. - Works 'Payday' weekends - Position Control # L3362012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132390CASan Diego, CA28332091http://kp.jobs/xml/28332091/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital - Labor and Delivery RN Anaheim - Per Diem Dayshift Location: Anaheim, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in L & D or completion of KP L&D course or approved equivalent (which includes basic fetal monitoring and NRP) within prior 12 months. - Current NRP & ACLS card required. - Successful completion of AWHONN advanced fetal monitoring course since 2006. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. - Ability to scrub and circulate as required.2012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132396CAAnaheim, CA28332092http://kp.jobs/xml/28332092/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Home Health RN/PHN - San Diego - Palliative Care Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualification: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within past three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in a licensed Home Health and/or Hospice agency as an RN/PHN. - Current California Driver's License and a clear driving record for the past two years. - Proof of automobile insurance as required by law. Preferred Qualifications: - PHN/CHPN - BSN preferred education - Computer literate, Word and Excel competent, experience in a Medical information system preferred. - Data Entry Notes: - Rotating Weekends. - Night back-up 2 times per month - Job requires up to 120 miles of driving per day and up to four hours of time in car. - Can be up to 8 hours of sitting time in certain assignments. - Can require up to three hours of typing time per 8 hours. - One to two weekends per month and night on call duties up to 15.5 hours twice a month are required. - Moderate assisted lifting of patients in the home setting.2012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132487CASan Diego, CA28332093http://kp.jobs/xml/28332093/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Staff RN - Hospital - MST Float - Per Diem Day Shift Location: Irvine, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Notes: - Will float to different units to take care of Med- Surg- Tele patients - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 8:00 am-8:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 4:00 pm-12:00 am.2012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132584CAIrvine, CA28332095http://kp.jobs/xml/28332095/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Staff RN - Hospital - MST Float - Per Diem Night Shift Location: Irvine, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Notes: - Will float to different units to take care of Med- Surg- Tele patients - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 8:00 pm-8:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 4:00 pm-12:00 am.2012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132598CAIrvine, CA28332096http://kp.jobs/xml/28332096/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Staff RN - Hospital - MST Float Irvine - Part Time Night Shift Location: Irvine, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Notes: - Will float to different units to take care of Med- Surg- Tele patients - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 8:00 pm-8:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 4:00 pm-12:00 am.2012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132616CAIrvine, CA28332097http://kp.jobs/xml/28332097/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Critical Care or completion of a Kaiser Permanente (KP) or equivalent Critical Care course within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - Critical Care Course experience Notes: - Will work 4 shifts per month2012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132799CALos Angeles, CA28332100http://kp.jobs/xml/28332100/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Critical Care or completion of a Kaiser Permanente (KP) or equivalent Critical Care course within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - Critical Care Course experience Notes: - Will work 4 shifts per month2012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132800CALos Angeles, CA28332101http://kp.jobs/xml/28332101/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Critical Care or completion of a Kaiser Permanente (KP) or equivalent Critical Care course within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - Critical Care Course experience Notes: - Will work 4 shifts per month2012-05-02 18:39:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132803CALos Angeles, CA28332102http://kp.jobs/xml/28332102/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Intern Pharmacist - (TR-13016) Location: Los Angeles, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 wpm - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate w/ co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50 lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - PR# TR-10316 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required2012-05-02 18:39:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130514CALos Angeles, CA28332082http://kp.jobs/xml/28332082/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Mammography Tech I Location: San Diego, CA Under general supervision, operates dedicated & specialized mammography radiographic equipment, formulates/calculates techniques & positions patients to produce diagnostic images of normal & abnormal human breast & associated tissue & related unusual changes for the use by physicians in making medical diagnoses. Within established/recognized scope of practice, uses independent judgment in critiquing radiographs & images, recognizing normal from abnormal tissue & taking additional required views such as magnification. Essential Functions: - Demonstrates competence in the operation of dedicated & complex mammography equipment in a patient care setting for the purposes of obtaining definitive diagnosis for positive findings on a mammogram - Consistently selects correct technical factors relative to the requirements of the study & the patient's age, body habitus & pathology - Consistently selects other equipment settings/parameters (e.g. locks on equipment & tables, tube placement, control panel settings, etc.) appropriately - Consistently processes radiographic images properly, utilizing automated equipment - Critiques images & makes necessary adjustments in technical factors, patient positioning, etc - Consistently operates imaging computer properly & in accordance w/ department protocols - Conducts a patient interview to attain full understanding of procedure & ultimately obtaining consent of the patient - Demonstrates knowledge of, & consistently uses ancillary equipment (e.g. catheters, guide wires, etc.) properly - Demonstrates competence in the positioning of patients for mammography imaging. - Routinely positions patients accurately relative to the requirements of the study including those w/ implants, taking into consideration body habitus & location of lesion as stated in the department protocols - Utilizes & selects precise positioning techniques involved w/ additional/special views such as magnification, compression relative to the patient's condition or findings seen on images - Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of, & ability to perform, required mammography Q.C. for mammography according to the requirements of the State of California & MQSA. - Performs accurate calibration of mammographic equipment - Able to assess data reflective of the patient's status & interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs & to provide the care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Adjusts technical factors relative to the requirements of the study & the physical maturation of the patient - Always takes special care in handling, positioning and/or restraining infants & geriatric patients to avoid injury or excessive radiation exposure - Consults w/ the radiologist or other clinician for purposes of clarifying orders - Selects alternate or additional view appropriately relative to the patient's condition - Produces high quality diagnostic images that are free from artifacts or blurred images caused by motion; demonstrate the area(s) of interest; exhibit the optimum contrast/exposure needed to differentiate various types of normal & abnormal tissue (e.g., mammary, muscle, fat, lymph) - Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, & accurate manner & maintains documentation as required by ACR, MQSA, HCFA, State of California - Assume other activities & responsibilities from time to time as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - CRT with Mammography certification - ARRT (must be obtained during the probationary period) - ARRT Mammography qualification - CPR (BLS-C) (must be obtained during the probationary period) - Demonstrated ability to perform Quality control/Assurance functions required for mammography as specified by State of California & Mammography Quality Standards Act - Ability to demonstrate & apply knowledge, principles & practices of radiologic, mammographic techniques, breast structures, anatomy, composition & pathology Preferred Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience as a staff technologist, preferred Notes: - This position may require travel for assignment within the San Diego Service Area. - Work Schedule may be adjusted to accomodate department needs. - Currently the work Schedule is: M-W 3:15 pm - 9:00 pm, Saturday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. - Total Scheduled Hours Per Week 20-32.2012-05-02 18:39:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129513CASan Diego, CA28332078http://kp.jobs/xml/28332078/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Administrative Assistant IV (San Diego, CA) Location: San Diego, CA Kaiser Permanente Administrative Assistant IV San Diego, CA Kaiser Permanente (KP) is looking for anAdministrative Assistant IVin San Diego. This position will support the Controller of the Marketing, Sales, and Service Administration organization (MSSA). Essential Functions: - Answers phone calls and e-mails and directs inquiries to appropriate parties based on functional/operational knowledge; may respond to routine to moderately complex inquiries directly. - Manages heavy calendaring to include arranging complex special events requiring solid understanding of event requirements and coordination of dependencies. - Arranges travel, completes expense reports, organizes documents. - Coordinate closely with stakeholders and their administrative staff. - Drafts more complex and detailed correspondence for executives using KP knowledge and advanced business acumen; independently updates department documents as needed. - Uses basic to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications, depending upon department or business needs. - Assists with complex custom reports and cross-functional initiatives that require project coordination (e.g., data collection and validation, project reporting, etc.) - Monitors and resolves administrative budget issues to include billing and payment authorization for planned and unplanned expenses and special events; handles recharges across business units, tracks and accounts for executive travel/business expenses. - Interacts regularly with KP employees at all levels across multiple organizations, as well as external representatives as a liaison, to gather, exchange, and compare/contrast pertinent operational information for others' use. - Coordinates administrative workflow of the department; recommends new processes as needed. - Directs and delegates to other administrative assistants on work processes and best practices. - Requires continuous use of technical and business vocabulary and a detailed knowledge of the organization's operations, policies, procedures, and personnel. - Analyzes problems, determines approach, compiles and analyzes data, and prepares reports/recommendations. - Works independently to anticipate and meet business needs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma or GED required. - Minimum of 7 years of administrative assistant experience supporting at the department head or executive level. - As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in creative and effective ways. - Required previous experience managing dynamic calendars for management including event planning with external vendors. - Must posses advanced verbal and writing skills to compose more difficult, detailed correspondence and to recommend updates to department documents as needed. - Advanced knowledge of the following Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint. - Advanced skills with processing complex invoices. - Advanced knowledge of email and office equipment (fax, phone, copier, etc.). - Requires ability to learn and apply an advanced understanding of a large, complex organization and its customers. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience supporting executive level and multiple managers. - Experience working in a large complex organization and with its customers. - Experience working knowledge of Lotus Notes.2012-05-02 18:38:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133841CASan Diego, CA28332045http://kp.jobs/xml/28332045/jobUSABurbankTitle: Enroller III (Burbank, CA) Location: Burbank, CA Kaiser Permanente Enroller III Burbank, CA The Enroller is accountable for facilitating targeted enrollment activities to help increase membership and build support for Kaiser Permanente. Essential Functions: - Conduct purchaser stand-up meetings and presentations for any of the products offered by KP - Responds to questions - Facilitate enrollment activities by representing KP, and transporting enrollment materials and promotional items - Track and monitor open enrollment activities - Engage local/branch account contacts to ensure understanding of and commitment to KP - Communicate purchaser issues regarding accounts and book of business accurately and within specified time frame - Identify and report purchaser trends to internal stakeholders - Accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the KP Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives - Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors - Responsibilities impact the achievement of department objectives - Results usually contribute to the completion of projects and department objectives - Typical errors would cause moderate delays, inefficiencies and/or expenses - Typically involves interpreting and carrying out general guidelines - Requires some judgment to develop alternatives - Provides information to others to be used in the decision-making process - Requires limited decision-making - Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity using judgment within defined practices and procedures - Assesses information to identify the best solution from existing alternatives - Provides routine fact-based information - Follows generally defined directions - Works under general supervision - Exercises some discretion within defined boundaries - Will seek a supervisor or manager to provide guidance and/or solve problems for difficult issues - Has no formal supervisory responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 5+ years of experience in sales and marketing in health care preferred, some of which should be in Enrollment - Five (5) or more years of experience in enrollment preferred - Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience required - Life & Disability license required - Bi-lingual language knowledge preferred - Excellent customer service and face-to-face presentation skills required - Required Competencies: business ethics, initiative, interpersonal communication, results driven, presentation skills, change adaptability - Strong knowledge of KP organization, values, and products required2012-05-02 18:38:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133934CABurbank, CA28332050http://kp.jobs/xml/28332050/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Operations Specialist I - Program Assistant Location: Oakland, CA Under the overall guidance of a manager, the position is responsible for administration and operations for the national Community Benefit Philanthropy and Community Engagement projects, processes, and business functions. Incumbent participates on a team that plans and executes on the strategic use of technological platforms to increase the scale, visibility, impact and efficiency of Community Benefit programs supporting philanthropy and community engagement at the national level. The role supports the team in its close working relationships with national senior and mid-level, leadership, regional staff, other KP departments and the KFHP/H Board of Directors'Community Benefit Committee. Details on Kaiser Permanente's Community Benefit program are at www.kp.org/communitybenefit< http://www.kp.org/communitybenefit >Essential Functions: - Answers phones, takes messages, screens calls, and greets KP visitors or outside vendors. May monitor emails for others. - Organizes and manages departmental files and incorporates business process improvements to ensure files and documents are updated and easily accessible (includes electronic copies on computer network drives). - Manages calendars, schedules/plans meetings. May research, plan and arrange meetings and events for 100 people or less, including hotel and conference facilities. May make travel arrangements for colleagues. - Drafts, edits, proofreads and prepares correspondence; creates reports, graphs and presentations. - Inputs data and maintains established databases; gathers and researches information with functional employees, external vendors and representatives in support of ongoing business operations. - Tracks expenditures related to charitable contributions and invoices in the GIFTS grants management database and OneLink. Manages expense reports through KPERS. - Under general supervision, creates narrative and quantitative reports in response to routine and custom reporting requests to meet informational requirements of KP management and/or external agencies and organizations for critical financial, departmental or operational analyses. - Assists with identifying requirements for end-user systems applications, developing specifications of data, maintains specialized databases/table and oversees processes and access to safeguard data integrity. - May track and analyzes monthly national financial reports; may consolidate and analyze for trends. - Participates in various special projects as required. - Interacts with KP executives and employees across multiple organizations, as well as external representatives, serving as a liaison for the department/function to discuss complex administrative matters, business processes, and project activities to facilitate department goal attainment. - Coordinates project work schedules to meet client expectations and raises conflicting deadlines to management's attention. - Provides administrative and project support to the team manager and senior management using intermediate to advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, MS Project and/or PowerPoint). - Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) to eight (8) plus years of administrative and operational support within a specific functional level with increasing scope and discretion. - Two (2) to three (3) plus years of functional analytical experience. - High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience. - BA/BS preferred. - Ability to apply and use thorough knowledge of KP's policies, practices, business processes, techniques, work standards and systems. - Uses acquired knowledge of industry practices and standards. - Intermediate knowledge of Excel to compile and create moderately complex spreadsheets and reports. - Uses intermediate to advanced MS Office skills (Word, MS Project, and or/PowerPoint) to create moderately complex presentation materials with graphs, illustrations, etc.; proofreads content for accuracy and KP established formatting. - Strong quantitative and analytical skills. - Ability to acquire and use advanced knowledge of KP and its customers.2012-05-02 18:38:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133921CAOakland, CA28332049http://kp.jobs/xml/28332049/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sales Analyst I (Oakland) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Sales Data Analyst Oakland, CA The analyst provides detailed analysis and reporting to enable successful execution of Sales & Account Management business line strategies. The position requires utilization of data and systems, combining automated analytical techniques and qualitative methods in order to provide business users with critical insight about sales activities, market trends, customers and partners. The successful analyst understands the organization's mission and functions, how its social, political, and technological systems work, and operates effectively within them. The SPPRA Analyst will play an important role in supporting team mates in creating a robust sales reporting and analytics function for the Kaiser regions outside of California. Essential Functions: - Uses research & analysis to support resolution of business issues & opportunities - Designs databases, queries, & reports under close supervision, employing quantitative & statistical methods to analyze data - Acts as a resource consulting to manager as appropriate to answer questions - Identifies logistical & technical issues related to project implementation - Uses established templates and/or methodology's to report key operating metrics - Develops study outputs & communication tools w/ direction - Conducts standard performance reporting - Highlights & investigates discrepancies in performance w/ supervision - Develops, improves & maintains internal business systems & processes - Identifies variables of proposed changes to be factored into cost/benefit analysis - Drafts working documents & flowcharts to help explain options & issues to stakeholders - Supports Level II&III Analysts in coordination of stakeholders or workgroup. - Designs tools & reports for a small audience of users. (E.g., one department) - Participates in conceptual design phase w/ Level 2 or 3 Analyst. - Serves as a resource content expert consistent w/ overall role - Establishes & maintains mutually beneficial business relationships, by partnering w/ Sales & Account Management - Seeks & pursues professional & personal development opportunities - Consistently supports compliance & the Principles of Responsibility (KP's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy & confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting w/ ethics & integrity, reporting non-compliance, & adhering to applicable federal, state & local laws & regulations, accreditation & licenser requirements (if applicable), & KP's policies & procedures - Accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors & principles defined by the KP Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/ organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, & behaviors necessary to provide superior & culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, & to purchasers, contracted providers & vendors. - Will substantively increase the productivity & effectiveness of other members of the team by 'off loading' routine data access & summarization tasks - Typical errors would normally result in only minor delays, inefficiencies and/or expenses. - Results usually contribute to the completion of projects & team objectives. - Typically involves interpreting & carrying out general guidelines. - Requires limited judgment to develop alternatives. - Provides information to others to be used in the decision-making process. - Assume other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 1+ year of experience in a data analysis, consulting, report building, software or business support function. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in health care administration, business administration, computer science or related field required. - Demonstrates solid analytical skills, initiative and innovation/creativity. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis. - Must demonstrate effective communication, consulting, interpersonal and presentations skills. - Demonstrates familiarity with the following applications (or equivalents): Excel, Business Objects, Microsoft Office. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Understanding of health care business and care delivery processes preferred. - Some Knowledge of KP organization, values, pricing, products and business systems preferred.2012-05-02 18:38:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133902CAOakland, CA28332046http://kp.jobs/xml/28332046/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Data Quality Auditor Location: Sacramento, CA Under minimal supervision, ensures accurate and appropriate documentation through local coaching and monitoring. Provides documentation coaching to clinicians in the Outpatient Clinic and Emergency Department. Monitors success of coaching and training efforts through encounter audits which ensure documentation meets requirements for diagnosis and E&M assignment, based on Official ICD-9-CM Documentation Guidelines. Essential Functions: - Using independent judgment and sensitivity, coaches individual physicians, reviewing their audit findings, making suggestions for documentation improvements and updating on changes to Federal and State government billing and coding guidelines. - Partners with Trainer in the development of future training that will address documentation risk areas identified through local and regional audits. - Plans, schedules and performs encounter audits to monitor performance and ensure lasting improvement. - Encounter audits will be the primary monitoring tool used to identify operational and regulatory issues related to coding, documentation, and compliance requirements and to ensure complete and accurate data capture in compliance with Federal and State requirements. - Monitors corrective actions for audit review findings. - Serves as a local resource in meeting internal and external regulatory requirements (e.g., Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service (CMS), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)). - Actively participates with local CMS (Center for Medicare/Medical Services) team to ensure local objectives are met and regional CMS compliance activities are supported. - Works with medical center leadership to provide confidential audits and feedback on an 'as needed' basis. - Assists in the identification of operational processes that hinder encounter data capture. - Enters encounter audit results into regional audit database to support quality assurance process, regional analysis and regional training activities. - Prepares and/or performs medical center auditing analysis and/or special projects as assigned. - Partners with Data Quality Trainer and other local analytical workgroups to identify audit trends and risk areas based on audit findings and data analysis. - Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures / Compliance Audit Standards to ensure compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory requirements. - NOTE: Travel between Medical Center facilities may be required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience coding, three (3) or more years, based on Coding Clinical Guidelines for inpatient and outpatient. - Demonstrated experience conducting Medical Record audits and ability to interpret and apply Federal and State regulations, coding and billing requirements. - Demonstrated project management experience including design and implementation of audit plans. - Experience using PC applications such as MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, preferred. - Medical center operations or clinical experience, preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, health care, public health, finance, business medical records technology OR equivalent experience. - Certification in one of the following: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC). - Demonstrated ability to constructively and sensitively provide feedback to providers and medical center leadership regarding federal and state coding, medical documentation and compliance guidelines, audit results and risk areas. - Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of physician, patient, patient account and personnel data. - Strong interpersonal and excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. - Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision. - Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment. - Willingness to be flexible depending upon department and/or physician schedule needs. - Demonstrated ability to review analytical data and audit findings to identify documentation trends and other risk areas. - Demonstrated ability to develop data requirements and work with analytical groups to extract, organize and analyze coded data. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-05-02 18:37:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133515CASacramento, CA28332001http://kp.jobs/xml/28332001/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Legal Assistant Location: Oakland, CA Provides comprehensive administrative support to one or more staff attorneys. Responsible for all support functions related to work load of case/claim files. Must scrupulously observe the confidentiality required to maintain the attorney-client and attorney-work product privilege applicable to the department. Works under general supervision. Essential Functions: - Type letters, reports, and legal briefs. - Conducts data research and composes letters for attorney/manager approval. - Responds to or drafts responses to correspondence based upon knowledge and research of subject matter. - Establishes, maintains, codes and closes legal files concerning professional liability, health plan contract and benefit coverage issues, labor and employment, environmental and real estate matters, all of a highly confidential nature. - Processes all vendor bills generated during litigation; reconciles all case costs for each legal file and resolves discrepancies. - Screens telephone calls, determines appropriate referral or resolves as appropriate. - Reviews, screens and determines appropriate handling of attorney's mail. - Prepares a variety of special and recurring reports. - Maintains attorney's court calendar; makes travel arrangements. - In attorneys absence, ensures that all indicated legal matters are brought to the attention of appropriate staff member, or may handle personally, depending upon situation. Secondary Functions: - This position will be primarily assigned to the TPMG Legal Department ROI unit. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant secretarial/administrative or comparable experience, including previous legal office support experience. - Two-year associate's degree or equivalent experience. - Strong customer service skills required to communicate effectively with all levels of management internal/external. - Word-processing speed: 60-70 wpm when appropriate. - Proficient with software used by department. - Skills testing as appropriate. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with medical records. - Excellent PC skills and experience with associated software programs. - Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations. Skills testing: Typing (45 WPM), Microsoft Word & Excel2012-05-02 18:37:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133526CAOakland, CA28332002http://kp.jobs/xml/28332002/jobUSALivermoreTitle: Senior Staff Assistant (4910) Location: Livermore, CA Under limited supervision, supports the head of a department by providing advanced level administrative support and general office duties of a highly responsible and confidential. Frequently handles highly confidential and sensitive information and files. Communicates with contacts at all levels in and outside of the organization. Typically reports to a director or vice president. Essential Functions: - REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Organizes and expedites flow of work for the manager's office and the department in accordance to manager's method of operation and the operations and procedures of the department and organization. - Initiates any follow-up action. - Receives and screens telephone calls, letters, and/or visitors. - Answers routine questions and provides information related to general department operations, policies and procedures using discretion for matters pertaining to confidential or sensitive information. - Determines when to appropriately refer inquiries, requests or issues to managers or department staff members and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of manager or department. - Schedules appointments and makes arrangements for meetings, conferences, and travel. - Organizes and prepares routine correspondence for the department manager, as well as complex documents including reports, spreadsheets, presentations and various forms of communications documents requiring the integration of multiple office technology and software applications. - May act as the department's office resource for word processing and spreadsheet application. - Prepares special reports that require gathering, comparing and summarizing data. - Organizes and maintains files, correspondence and records. - Handles and frequently accesses highly confidential and sensitive information. - Assists with tracking the department budget. - Tracks and compiles expenses. - Prepares monthly expense reports. - May address issues to department manager. - Performs other related duties following standard office routine, practices and procedures or instructions. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of experience performing administrative support functions for department managers. - Experience in coordinating and providing support to large complex projects. - High School Diploma or GED. - BA/BS preferred. - Excellent customer service. - Lotus Notes skills preferred. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills required. - Advanced level proficiency with e-mail software, MicroSoft Word and with any of the following office technology (required only if applicable to department's needs): PowerPoint. Excel or Access. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Skills testing: Advanced level Word, Excel, Powerpoint, & Typing (45WPM) This position will float between the Livermore and Pleasanton facilities.2012-05-02 18:37:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133527CALivermore, CA28332003http://kp.jobs/xml/28332003/jobUSABerkeleyTitle: Regl Lab Section Mgr Histology [BRK049] Location: Berkeley, CA Directs and controls the day-to-day Regional Laboratory Histology department operations including all personnel activities, technical oversight and work flow. Essential Functions: - Manages all histology activities, including recruiting, hiring and training of staff. - Ensures competency, motivates and encourages professional growth. - Controls costs by monitoring productivity, personnel utilization, overtime, material usage rates, analyzing fluctuations in types and volumes of tests, and implements corrective actions. - Participates in the design of Regional Laboratory and Northern California Region integrated laboratory quality system. - Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies' rules and regulations. - Designs and implements effective risk control processes. - Leads in the research of new and/or improved test development methodologies by: performing experimental testing procedures; validating effectiveness/feasibility for implementation; cost of procedure(s); preparing and submitting recommendation(s) for change to laboratory management and other stakeholders (such as Chiefs of Pathologists). - Researches and resolves client problem/issues. - Oversees and coordinates startup and implementation activities resulting from new services or transfer of services. - Participates in department, inter-department, inter-facility, and inter-regional level projects which help the regional laboratory achieve its goal of providing quality service and client support in a cost effective manner. - Develops transition plan for new services/tests, outreach programs for transfer of work, timelines, and monitors milestones to achieve service expectations. - Coordinates internal resources to support new service. - Serves as primary liaison to RILIS/ITS for ongoing and new issues. - Develops needs analysis as appropriate. Leads in the integration of secondary laboratory information system with RILIS. - Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. - At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. - Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience in high-volume histology laboratory required (usually five years). - Previous supervisory/managerial experience (usually three years). - Bachelor's in biological sciences or related field required. - Master's in science or related field preferred. - Additional courses in business administration and/or management preferred. - Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathologists. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Significant experience in high-volume histology laboratory required (usually five years). - IHC laboratory operations experience preferred. IHC method optimization/validation experience preferred. Recent IHC instrumentation experience preferred. - Previous supervisory/managerial experience (usually three years). Additional courses in business administration and/or management preferred. - Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathologists.2012-05-02 18:37:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133637CABerkeley, CA28332006http://kp.jobs/xml/28332006/jobUSALivermoreTitle: Health Educator II - Grade 587 Location: Livermore, CA Assesses, designs, implements, presents, and evaluates health education programs and services. Essential Functions: - Conducts needs assessments, establishes priorities, designs, implements, and evaluates basic health education programs, protocols, and standards. - Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including establishing effective referral and publicity systems, monitoring quality and documentation, providing scheduling and logistical support, and facilitating use of community services to promote the delivery of cost-effective health education services. - Provides direct group or one-to-one health education services to members and the public. - Reviews, develops, and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate, written and audio-visual health education materials. - Consults w/ physicians and staff regarding related health education services. - Coordinates health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays, community health events, etc. - Specializes in a specific area of health education (e.g. HIV, nutrition, chronic disease, health promotion) as required. - Monitors performance of health education instructors and counselors. - Prepares reports, grants, proposals, and documentation, as assigned. - Participates in establishing department strategic goals and priorities. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years experience in the field of health education. - Previous experience in uncomplicated curriculum and materials development. - Master's degree in Public Health, Community Health Science, or Health Promotion OR Master's degree in a health related field, eligibility to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) examination, and successful completion of the Certified Health Education specialist (CHES) examination within twelve (12) months of hire into a Health Educator II position. For specialization - content expertise or certification required. - Demonstrated knowledge of behavior change, adult learning, group process theory and application. - Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. - Knowledge of PC applications required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Mon Tues Thurs 8:30am - 5:00pm, Fri 1:30pm - 5:00pm2012-05-02 18:37:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132657CALivermore, CA28331994http://kp.jobs/xml/28331994/jobUSARancho CordovaTitle: Staff Nurse II PACU Days/On Call [12.02.0342-RN.OC] Location: Rancho Cordova, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - PACU (Main OR and ASU) - Two years recent (within last 3 years) experience in PACU or Critical Care Unit. Current ACLS certification required. PALS required within six months of hire if caring for pediatric population. Must be able to take call and respond within the hospital required response time. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-02 18:37:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132760CARancho Cordova, CA28331995http://kp.jobs/xml/28331995/jobUSAModestoTitle: Outpatient Pharmacist - Grade 15 (PRN-400084) Location: Modesto, CA Consults with patients and medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides direction to Pharmacist Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians and other non-licensed personnel. Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, and distributes pharmacy products. Consults with patients and medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Essential Functions: - Consults with patients and medical personnel regarding medication therapy - Provides direction to Pharmacist Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians and other non-licensed personnel - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores and distributes pharmaceutical products - Provides medical personnel and patients with medication information and product identification - Performs other duties as required - This position has no supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - B.S. in Pharmacy required - Pharm. D. preferred - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License - Knowledge of Federal and State laws, regulations and standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient, or other sources and relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Must be able to operate pharmacy computer system(s) and other equipment - Must be able to lift or transport 1-50 lbs weight - Required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear - Frequent bending/reaching/stooping - Must be able to input prescription labels - MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BACKGROUND CHECK - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management environment Schedule: Sun - Sat, X hours a week, variable shift; may include working weekends, evenings, nights, days and holidays.2012-05-02 18:37:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133142CAModesto, CA28331997http://kp.jobs/xml/28331997/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Optometrist, (No. 4642) Location: Hayward, CA Under the general direction and supervision of the exempt optometrist or exempt designee, performs routine procedures using independent professional judgment in the practice of optometry within the scope of the laws of the state of California, the rules and regulations of the California Board of Optometry and the policies of The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. Essential Functions: - Conducts and documents history including chief complaint, relevant symptoms as appropriate; pertinent ocular health, family and medical history, medications; current spectacle/contact lens and any other data required to manage the patients vision and ocular health needs. - Performs minimum as well as appropriate additional testing as needed based on the specific needs of each patient. - Adequately documents findings. - Is proficient in the use and interpretation of standard ophthalmic equipment. - These include but are not limited to retinoscopy, subjective refraction, lensometry, visual fields, mobility and pupil testing, slit lamp examination, direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy, gonioscopy, fundus contact lens, tear function testing, Amsler grid, confrontation fields, etc. - Accurately interprets data from clinical exam. - Makes sound clinical diagnoses. - Takes appropriate actions(s) to take care of patients' chief complaint(s) and ensure ocular health and visual needs are met. - Clearly documents impressions and clinical action plan in the chart including referrals to other providers, long term medical management and/or optical and therapeutic prescriptions dispensed. - Uses tests and procedures as described above designed to detect and appropriately manager disorders common to the elderly such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. - Actively communicates with optical, ophthalmology, support staff and fellow OD teams to optimize quality and clinical care and service to patients. - Teams with optical staff and ophthalmologists to ensure most timely and convenient service given to patient when their services are needed. - Attends and contributes to staff meetings to keep up with events and policy changes. - Identifies and reports system problems that result in waste and poor services; identifies possible solutions. - Maintains all licensing and job requirements (CE, CPR, safety training, PPD) - Dictates/writes referral and information letters to other providers or agencies, as appropriate, or otherwise communicates with parents, teachers or other providers as appropriate. - Performs other related duties such as completing school forms, DMV, FAA and other like documents. - Work and coordinate concerns in a designated location. - Direct and oversee daily operations and report to the local Chief of Optometry or exempt designee. - Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum of one (1) year of experience desired but not required. - OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry. - Current California Optometric License. - Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (T.P.A.) required for external employees hired after November 2009 (TPA is not required for internal applicants). - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Meets all of the specifications of staff Optometrist. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-02 18:37:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133067CAHayward, CA28331999http://kp.jobs/xml/28331999/jobUSAMartinezTitle: Staff Nurse II - Ambulatory Care [12-028M] Location: Martinez, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care when and where appropriate to do so. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and acts to meet them. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse. - CHRONIC CONDITIONS CARE/CASE MANAGEMENT- 1 year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in the field of specialization such as asthma, cardiovascular risk conditions [e.g., diabetes, pediatric diabetes, CDPD, cholesterol, heart failure, hypertension], care of the frail elderly, pain management, chronic kidney disease/kidney failure, other chronic conditions. Certification in specialty or completion of equivalent course work for the care of patients with chronic health conditions. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program and either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NALS and or PALS and or PEARS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. This position will be based in Martinez, but will cover all Diablo Service Area PHASE (Preventing Heart Attacks & Stroke Everyday) departments at each site as needed.2012-05-02 18:37:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133049CAMartinez, CA28331998http://kp.jobs/xml/28331998/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Cashier Receptionist - Grade 3 (S12-33) ***Temporary*** Location: Walnut Creek, CA The cashier/receptionist is a member of the health care dept team who functions under the direction guidance & supervision of the dept mgr, assistant mgr, or designee. The position greets & checks in all patients reporting to the medical office in a professional & courteous manner. This position is responsible for accurate check-in, check-out where applicable, info capture & revenue collection per procedures. Responsible for having a general knowledge of the medical center in order to assist patients w/ questions & concerns. Requires extensive use of the computer. Essential Functions: - Follow approp patient registration/check-in policies & procedures - Verify and/or update all demographic info - Working knowledge of Health Plan coverage types, for example (but not limited to) traditional, deductible, etc - Check in patients by following check-in policies & procedures & using the check-in systems or manual visit records when the systems are down - Determine patient's membership/benefits according to the benefit display - Create accounts as necessary - Capture & populate workers' compensation data on the correct screens & select the correct coverage as necessary - Manage electronic in-basket - Use notes function where applicable to document prepayments - Obtain a patient medical record number when necessary - Order Health Plan cards as needed - Collect co-pays & fees, inform patients of available payment options - Generate approp encounter forms per procedure electronically or manually if the system is down - Direct patients to approp area after the check-in process is completed - Check out patients by following checkout policies & procedures & using the checkout systems or manual visit records when the systems are down, if applicable - Follow approp procedures when registering exception-type patients such as non-members, out-of-area health plan members, Medicare, Media-Cal, & industrial patients - Initiate & complete required forms for all appts per policy - Access necessary info from the fee schedule to determine approp fees based on CPT-4 and/or service codes in order to collect approp revenue - Referring to other dept & administrative services for further info, e.g., Member Services, Medical Secretaries, & Business Office - Initiating & completing approp forms as needed, for e.g., Release Of Info, Patient Financial Responsibility - Tracking referrals to specialty care by utilizing the consultation/referral system as needed in those areas where this responsibility currently exists for the individual in this classification where this responsibility is not part of an existing position, it cannot be added w/out written agreement as part of the LMP - Demonstrate knowledge of & application to Patient Admin Appt Registration - Maintain the patient will-call area box if applicable - Communicate w/ clinical & business office staff as needed - Handle cash according to the Cash Handling Responsibility Agreement (CHRA) - Comply w/ all applicable cash handling policies & procedures (see reference list) - The registration designee is responsible for the safekeeping of change funds, all revenue collected during the shift, all assigned revenue documents, & all keys assigned for cash control - Obtain, secure, & ensure sufficient denominations to provide change - Reconcile shift & deposit funds according to the CHRA - Use correct procedures to document & report discrepancies - Working towards positive operational outcomes - Perform other duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of work experience - High School Diploma/GED - Basic knowledge and use of computer and computer keyboard - Passing of a PC skills assessment - Ability to read and follow instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Communicate with health care providers, staff, patients and visitors - Professional phone etiquette - Ability to multi-task, organize, manage time and prioritize workflow in a complex environment - Knowledge of computer and computer keyboard - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also refer to the detailed responsibilities outlined in the appropriate (United Healthcare Workers - West) Cash Handling Responsibility Agreement Skills testing: PC Skills Temporary: Expected Length of Employment: Up to 90 days Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends; will follow the contract for notification of schedule change.2012-05-02 18:37:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132401CAWalnut Creek, CA28331984http://kp.jobs/xml/28331984/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Senior Staff Assistant Location: South San Francisco, CA Under limited supervision, supports the head of a department by providing advanced level administrative support and general office duties of a highly responsible and confidential. Frequently handles highly confidential and sensitive information and files. Communicates with contacts at all levels in and outside of the organization. Typically reports to a director or vice president. Essential Functions: - REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Organizes and expedites flow of work for the manager's office and the department in accordance to manager's method of operation and the operations and procedures of the department and organization. - Initiates any follow-up action. - Receives and screens telephone calls, letters, and/or visitors. - Answers routine questions and provides information related to general department operations, policies and procedures using discretion for matters pertaining to confidential or sensitive information. - Determines when to appropriately refer inquiries, requests or issues to managers or department staff members and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of manager or department. - Schedules appointments and makes arrangements for meetings, conferences, and travel. - Organizes and prepares routine correspondence for the department manager, as well as complex documents including reports, spreadsheets, presentations and various forms of communications documents requiring the integration of multiple office technology and software applications. - May act as the department's office resource for word processing and spreadsheet application. - Prepares special reports that require gathering, comparing and summarizing data. - Organizes and maintains files, correspondence and records. - Handles and frequently accesses highly confidential and sensitive information. - Assists with tracking the department budget. - Tracks and compiles expenses. - Prepares monthly expense reports. - May address issues to department manager. - Performs other related duties following standard office routine, practices and procedures or instructions. Secondary Functions: - Will support Graduate Medical Education activities for SSF. - Under limited supervision, serves as administrative liaison between manager and direct reports and others within and outside the organization by providing advanced, highly responsible administrative support. - Activities range from routine to moderately complex, requiring a greater level of judgment and initiative to determine proper approach or action to take in non-routine situations and extensive knowledge of the organizational unit served including typical operating policies, procedures, and protocols, and administrative concepts, principles and accepted practices in the occupation. - On own initiative and discretion and based on priorities, commitments and current projects, assesses urgency/priorities, accepts or declines appointments and meetings and/or arranges for representation by subordinate-level staff member. - Appropriately refers substantive questions / key business issues to others and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of manager. - Assesses problems and develops solutions following general policies and procedures. May delegate problems or requests to staff members for resolution. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of experience performing administrative support functions for department managers. - Experience in coordinating and providing support to large complex projects. - High School Diploma or GED. - BA/BS preferred. - Excellent customer service. - Lotus Notes skills preferred. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills required. - Advanced level proficiency with e-mail software, MicroSoft Word and with any of the following office technology (required only if applicable to department's needs): PowerPoint, Excel or Access. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Expertise with word processing, spreadsheets, graphics and presentation software including the ability to create tables; merge documents; create pivot tables; and develop graphics and PowerPoint presentations from notes. - Previous work experience in health care or academic settings. - Familiarity with medical terminology. Skills testing: Microsoft Word (advanced) Schedule: Mon, Tues: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Thurs: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM2012-05-02 18:37:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132508CASouth San Francisco, CA28331987http://kp.jobs/xml/28331987/jobUSAFolsomTitle: Sterile Processing Tech II Cert - Grade 390 [Fol2012.115] Location: Folsom, CA Under direct/indirect supervision follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures. Collects, cleans, decontaminates, disinfects and/or sterilizes surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices and patient care equipment for inpatient Nursing and Medical Office departments. Inventories, restocks and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment and medical supplies to Medical Center. Works a majority of time in a Sterile Processing Department cleaning, preparing, assembling, sterilizing, prepare packs, instruments, and trays for the medical center and/or medical office building. Will process inpatient operating room instruments. May assist in departmental in services and training. Essential Functions: - Adherence to hands washing requirements, workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological monitoring, & dress code. - Validates & maintains: event-related protocols, disinfection &/or sterilization load parameters & records, inventory check sheet(s), & equipment monitoring. - Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high-level disinfection, biological monitoring, & employee competencies. - Accurately document & maintain daily records of all QA & sterilization functions according to regulatory agency & Infection Control standards. - Adheres to organizational & departmental policies & procedures. - Participates in department employee orientation (DEO), meetings, & employee evaluation & competency programs. - Maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification. - May assists in departmental in-services & training. - Wears personal protective equipment. - Inspects, disassembles sorts, cleans, & processes reusable instrumentation & equipment. - Selects & operates specialized cleaning equipment. - Follows manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents. - Follows device manufactures cleaning guidelines. - Maintains adequate cleaning supplies. - As designated reprocesses endoscopes. - Identifies, inspects, & assembles all general & specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser & endoscopes instruments per specifications & manufacturer recommendations. - According to manufacturer guidelines, selects & prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation. - Selects appropriate method of sterilization. - Maintains accurate sterilization records. - Properly loads & unloads sterilization cart items. - Verifies that sterilization parameters meet before distribution of load. - Collects, cleans, checks, distributes, & tracks patient care equipment. - As designated, orders patient care equipment, inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment, & rotates stock appropriately & stocks general & surgical carts. - Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department. - Demonstrates awareness of personal & work area safety at all times. - Complies with facility safety policies & procedures, including those for bloodborne pathogens & communicable diseases. - Take prompt corrective actions when hazard identified. - Demonstrates effective written & oral communication skills. - Actively supports & contributes teamwork in the workplace. - Takes responsibility & is accountable for own professional work ethics. - Demonstrate responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules. - Assist in in-service & training. - Supports departmental related computer programs. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience in instrument processing. - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management. - Must know Medical Terminology to understand instrumentation, surgical procedures, and surgical schedule. - Must know various types of reusable surgical instrumentation, including power equipment and micro surgical instrumentation. - Must know how to operate Sterile Processing departmental equipment (i.e. washers, ultrasonic, steam, gas, and chemical sterilizer). - Must know cleaning of patient care equipment i.e. I.V. pumps, feeding pumps, pneumatic pumps, CPM machines, PCA, and hypo/hyperthermia units, etc. - Must know sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols. - Must have effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers, internal, and external customers. - Departmental related computer skills preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. - Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-02 18:37:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132510CAFolsom, CA28331988http://kp.jobs/xml/28331988/jobUSAFolsomTitle: Sterile Processing Tech II Cert - Grade 390 [Fol2012.114] Location: Folsom, CA Under direct/indirect supervision follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures. Collects, cleans, decontaminates, disinfects and/or sterilizes surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices and patient care equipment for inpatient Nursing and Medical Office departments. Inventories, restocks and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment and medical supplies to Medical Center. Works a majority of time in a Sterile Processing Department cleaning, preparing, assembling, sterilizing, prepare packs, instruments, and trays for the medical center and/or medical office building. Will process inpatient operating room instruments. May assist in departmental in services and training. Essential Functions: - Adherence to hands washing requirements, workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological monitoring, & dress code. - Validates & maintains: event-related protocols, disinfection &/or sterilization load parameters & records, inventory check sheet(s), & equipment monitoring. - Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high-level disinfection, biological monitoring, & employee competencies. - Accurately document & maintain daily records of all QA & sterilization functions according to regulatory agency & Infection Control standards. - Adheres to organizational & departmental policies & procedures. - Participates in department employee orientation (DEO), meetings, & employee evaluation & competency programs. - Maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification. - May assists in departmental in-services & training. - Wears personal protective equipment. - Inspects, disassembles sorts, cleans, & processes reusable instrumentation & equipment. - Selects & operates specialized cleaning equipment. - Follows manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents. - Follows device manufactures cleaning guidelines. - Maintains adequate cleaning supplies. - As designated reprocesses endoscopes. - Identifies, inspects, & assembles all general & specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser & endoscopes instruments per specifications & manufacturer recommendations. - According to manufacturer guidelines, selects & prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation. - Selects appropriate method of sterilization. - Maintains accurate sterilization records. - Properly loads & unloads sterilization cart items. - Verifies that sterilization parameters meet before distribution of load. - Collects, cleans, checks, distributes, & tracks patient care equipment. - As designated, orders patient care equipment, inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment, & rotates stock appropriately & stocks general & surgical carts. - Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department. - Demonstrates awareness of personal & work area safety at all times. - Complies with facility safety policies & procedures, including those for bloodborne pathogens & communicable diseases. - Take prompt corrective actions when hazard identified. - Demonstrates effective written & oral communication skills. - Actively supports & contributes teamwork in the workplace. - Takes responsibility & is accountable for own professional work ethics. - Demonstrate responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules. - Assist in in-service & training. - Supports departmental related computer programs. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience in instrument processing. - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management. - Must know Medical Terminology to understand instrumentation, surgical procedures, and surgical schedule. - Must know various types of reusable surgical instrumentation, including power equipment and micro surgical instrumentation. - Must know how to operate Sterile Processing departmental equipment (i.e. washers, ultrasonic, steam, gas, and chemical sterilizer). - Must know cleaning of patient care equipment i.e. I.V. pumps, feeding pumps, pneumatic pumps, CPM machines, PCA, and hypo/hyperthermia units, etc. - Must know sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols. - Must have effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers, internal, and external customers. - Departmental related computer skills preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. - Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-02 18:37:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132505CAFolsom, CA28331986http://kp.jobs/xml/28331986/jobUSAFolsomTitle: Sr Surgical Technician - Grade 675 [Fol2012.117] Location: Folsom, CA Under direct supervision, assists surgical team before, during, and after surgery and provides expert support, assistance, and maintenance of instruments and equipment. Essential Functions: - Specifically and regularly assigned to direct, check, review, assign, organize, coordinate, train and reporting on the work of one (1) or more other Surgical Technicians; or who have a least two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician - Demonstrates ability to perform, and under general supervision frequently do perform, the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - Coordinates configuration of equipment to provide ease of use - Places equipment and supplies in operating room and arranges instruments, according to instructions - Checks instruments and equipment for sterility, cleanliness, and functionality prior to the start of the case - Assists with set up and use of equipment during procedures - Assists with allocation of equipment for procedures on a daily basis - Assists team members to place and position patient on table - Scrubs arms and hands and dons gown and gloves and scrub procedures as primary or secondary staff - Aids team to don gowns and gloves and dons personal protective equipment when required - Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, and performs other tasks as directed by surgeon and circulating nurse during operation - Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation per hospital policy - Puts dressings on patient following surgery - Actively participates in meeting patient safety goals in promoting quality and safe patient care - Cleans operating room and assists in room turnover and washes and sterilizes equipment - Recommends to manager guidelines for use of equipment, purchase of new/replacement equipment, additional parts and supplies - Assembles/complies case carts with supplies, instruments, and equipment in preparation for the procedure - Performs other related duties as necessary - This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years experience as a surgical technician - Two (2) years of current acute Operating Room experience - Strong experience with minimally invasive, general, ENT, eyes, plastics, orthopedics, vascular, open heart-thoracic, spine, urology, GYN, podiatry, maxillofacial, and neuro surgery specialties. Including video, orthopedic and all other needed equipment to do the above surgeries preferred - The senior level classification for Surgical Technician shall apply only to Surgical Technicians who are specifically and regularly assigned by the Employer to direct and check the work of one (1) or more Surgical Technicians; or who have at lease two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician plus the demonstrated ability to perform and under general supervision frequently do perform the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head - High School Diploma/GED - Certification in Surgical Technology preferred - Surgical Technicians certified by the Association of Operating Room Technicians, affiliated with the Association of Operating Room Nurses shall qualify as Senior Surgical Technicians upon presentation of their certificate - BLS - Must be willing to participate in training of RNs and other disciplines in the scrub role - Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence - Basic computer skills - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-05-02 18:37:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132528CAFolsom, CA28331991http://kp.jobs/xml/28331991/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Physician's Schedule Clerk - Grade 4 Location: Walnut Creek, CA Essential Functions: - With the direction from the physician Scheduler and DSA Health Care Analyst will coordinate physician schedules for the department of Medicine across the DSA. A large percentage of this position will be data entry in an EXCEL spreadsheet. - Will maintain online M.D. scheduling process. - With direction from the DSA manager of Cardio/Pulmonary and GID department, will coordinate provider schedules for the Adult primary Care Sub Specialties across the DSA. - Will participate in review and recommendation for M.D. time-off requests. - Assist Physician Scheduler and Access Analyst with gathering and distribution. - Completes access, and other reports as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 12 months work experience preferably with Kaiser permanente staff scheduling processes. - Experience with personal computting applications: Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Lotus Notes required. - Two years recent experience on a computerized appointment system with demonstrated computer literacy preferred. Basic math and English composition. - Ability to use networked computer (email, KP intranet, internet). - Must have clear and effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers, other health care team members and patients. - Must demonstrate accuracy and organization in work. - Ability to work efficiently and to follow direction. - Must exibit principles of customer service. - Must be able to work under pressure and remain pleasant while performing more than one related task at once or in quick succession in a heavy workload environment. - Demonstrated ability to analyze, make decisions and follow through within the parameters of the job duties. - Must exhibit a professional manner with a high degree of courtesy, tact and poise when interacting with employees, patients and visitors. - Ability to prioritize multiple requests. - Must be proficient in mainframe programs: PARRS II and e-mail. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous Kaiser Permanente background/knowledge of mainframe applications preferred. Skills testing: PC skills, Excel & Word Schedule: Mon - Thurs 8:30am - 12:30pm, Fri 1:00pm - 5:00pm Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-05-02 18:37:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia124806CAWalnut Creek, CA28331960http://kp.jobs/xml/28331960/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Learning Consultant- E-Learning Location: Pasadena, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Assesses and identifies training needs and interventions, then delivers programs, and measures learning transfer for training programs to enhance individual and team effectiveness. Essential Functions: - Develops and/or coordinates training programs, which include orientation, job content, technology and customer service for management and area personnel - May collaborate with training vendor - Works with central training area to identify training resource materials and personnel - Maintains training schedule for team members - Conducts training and/or arranges for guest lecturers/trainers covering technical issues, new products/services, individual on-the-job training, and new-hire orientation - Produces periodic reports outlining training needs accompanied with recommendations and implications, such as changes in operations, budget or quality - Assesses the effectiveness of training programs - Makes recommendations for improvements - Establishes a project plan and conducts cost/benefit analysis for any recommendations made to area management - May organize multi-disciplinary project teams - Follows established training procedures to identify, deliver, and track training programs - Creates partnerships with other KP and HR departments to ensure consistency of policies and procedures - Maintains current knowledge of area functions, customer service and quality improvement literature, research and projects Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (usually four (4) or more years) developing and conducting training programs on a variety of subjects - Experience in training needs assessment and gap analysis - Experience in curriculum development and instructional design required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in education, psychology or other relevant field - Master's preferred - Must have exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills - Demonstrated ability in quantitative and qualitative analysis - User knowledge of desktop and word processing software required - May require some traveling throughout the state - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Strongly Preferred Qualifications: - Solid understanding of adult learning, E-learning,and systematic instructional design theory. - Experience working with managing learning management systems. Interface with LMS vendor. Load courses and documents onto LMS. Track and resolve application issues, investigate questions or issues relating to learning records and take appropriate action for resolution. -Participate in a learning consultant role for mobile technology in education - Understands the desired outcome for physicians education and can identify the best way to achieve desired outcome - Ability to assess, consult, plan, design, develop, and implement curriculum and courseware for end-users - Communicate technical concepts both verbally and in writing; prioritize work as needed - Excellent analytical and interpersonal communication, organizational skills - Development experience with Oracle to manage Continuing Medical Education Management System (CME-MS) - Experience using: Oracle PeopleSoft Enterprise Learning Management (Manage LMS) - Microsoft Office, Captivate, Articulate, Flash, Photoshop and Paint; experience with Macromedia Dreamweaver and Fireworks would be a plus2012-05-01 18:37:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133533CAPasadena, CA28302866http://kp.jobs/xml/28302866/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Nursing Department Assistant Manager, RN Location: Anaheim, CA For one large unit or more than one smaller unit within a 24 hour department, supervises the implementation, delivery and evaluation/improvement of quality patient care/nursing operations and services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcomes measures, as well as with departmental, business and organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Supervises the delivery of nursing services and patient care within one unit(s) which are integrated with business and department plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that unit(s) services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 or more employees or more than one smaller unit. - Ensures patient care and quality standards are met and comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures, utilization and clinical/performance standards and measures. - Supervises and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within the unit. - Supervises day-to-day activities of the unit(s); monitors quality service and utilization standards; supervises shift(s) activities and delivery of patient care. - Supervises unit(s) day- to- day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development and the delivery of patient care. - Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation and utilization of unit(s) personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works with health care providers outside of the unit(s) to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models developed in unit(s) or by other units. - Investigates and resolves patient/family/member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit(s) operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually 3-4 years) including 2 years of leadership experience. - BSN or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required or completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree within 2 years of hire. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current CPR certification required. - ACLS certification preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement and clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state and local regulatory requirements interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - CBRN. - Previous recent (within three years of hire date) supervisory experience.2012-05-01 18:37:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133431CAAnaheim, CA28302861http://kp.jobs/xml/28302861/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Assistant Clinical Director Location: Harbor City, CA For 1 or more units within a 7 day/24 hour department providing direct patient care, emergency medicine & nursing services (which may be at multiple locations): assists the Clinical Director in the planning, development, implementation, delivery & evaluation/improvement of quality patient care, nursing & emergency services that add value & are integrated w/ emergency nursing standards of practice, service priorities & performance/outcomes measures, as well as w/ strategic, business & organizational goals/objectives. Ensures multi-disciplinary teams/staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care & patient-focused services. Supervises clinical standards of care & nursing practice; responsible for resource budgeting, staff selection & development within assigned unit(s) which may include 1 or more of the following: day/evening/night emergency medical services, urgent care, after hours medical clinic, surgical walk-in clinic, triage/assessment, emergency call desk, observation/short stay diagnostic unit. These positions are distinguished from other ambulatory care assistant mgr jobs by the emergency services department's 24 hours of operation; greater volume & acuity of presenting patients; greater integration of services w/ admitting, in/outpatient services & outside hospitals; greater medical-legal accountability. Essential Functions: - Within assigned unit(s) supervises the delivery of emergency nursing & patient care services which are integrated w/ business/departmental plans & meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical & utilization standards/performance measures - Ensures that assigned unit(s) services meet member, physician & internal clients' needs - Supervises 1 or more department units (8 to 24 hours) & ensures patient care & quality standards are met & comply w/ federal, state & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures, utilization & clinical/performance standards & measures - Supervises & ensures continuous improvement of all assigned clinical practices, services & operations by designing & implementing systems, processes & methods to evaluate & improve patient care within assigned unit(s); supervises day-to-day operations of the unit(s) including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal mgmt & quality improvement - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development & the delivery of patient care - Ensures multi-disciplinary teams/staff provide the highest quality of care & compliance w/ the Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO, federal, state, & local requirements - Develops & manages the units budget for the appropriate use of human & material resources - Monitors financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service - Monitors the allocation & utilization of unit(s) personnel; determines the appropriate staff mix based on changes in patient population & provides the appropriate level of services while identifying savings opportunities - Ensures on-going staff development - Coordinates w/ health care providers outside the unit(s) to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum - Researches, identifies & implements best practice models developed within unit(s) or by other units - Investigates & resolves patient/family/member concerns regarding patient care & services - Supervises day-to-day operations of assigned unit(s) including human resource mgmt, labor relations, department & employee safety programs & risk mgmt Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous emergency or critical care clinical nursing experience (usually 3-4 years) required including two (2) years supervisory experience in emergency or critical care nursing. - BSN or BA/BS in a relevant field required -OR- completion of a bachelor's degree in a related field within two (2) years of hire. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Master's degree preferred. - Current California RN license required. - Emergency Nursing Certificate preferred. - Current CPR certification - ALCS required. - Ability to demonstrate knowledge of quality improvement and clinical care processes; staffing and budgeting; Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - PALS within three (3) months of hire. - At least five (5) years experience as RN in an Emergency Department. - ER leadership. Notes: - Reports directly to clinical director. - Shared responsibility for all aspects of ER operations, 24 x 7.2012-05-01 18:37:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133446CAHarbor City, CA28302864http://kp.jobs/xml/28302864/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Inpatient Pharmacy Specialist - (TR-10319) Location: Los Angeles, CA Under indirect or direct supervision and based on the understanding of patient variables such as age, sex, and other physical characteristics, monitor the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned; confer with and assists medical personnel in the care and treatment of these patients; provide medication information and pharmacokinetic dosing advice; adjust doses, orders laboratory tests, and administer medications according to established policies & procedures; monitor medication distribution; dispense, compound, and distribute pharmacy products. Perform other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Uphold KP's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Monitor the medication therapy of specific hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results and cost-effective prescribing. Review laboratory test results and the patient's progress to detect adverse drug reactions, and confer with and assist medical personnel in laboratory test interpretation and treatment of patients. - Interview patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies and sensitivities. Document the information in patient's medical record or pharmacy information management system (PIMS) when appropriate. - Advise patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions and warnings for medication therapy. Advise patient on the use of related devices and the coordination of drug therapy with diet, according to established polices and procedures. - Provide medical personnel with medication information and pharmacokinetic dosing advice. Order and adjust dosages, order laboratory tests, and administer medication under protocol according to established policies and procedures. - Monitor the effectiveness and accuracy of institutional medication distribution. Review physician orders and verify accuracy of transcription data entry into medication administration record or pharmacy information system (PIMS). - Verify accuracy of medication preparation and dispensing by pharmaceutical personnel. Review patient's medical record to verify proper delivery and correct administration of medication. Report discrepancies to appropriate medical and/or administrative personnel. - Develop and tests requirements and specifications for protocols, computer programs, pharmacokinetic dosing and other pharmaceutical care applications. - Participate in assigned education and training programs. Develop and maintain teaching curriculum and conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel, and patients. Participate in rounds, hospital committees, utilization review and quality management programs. - Respond to medical emergencies according to established procedures. - Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Doctor of pharmacy (Pharm. D) degree, preferred. - Licensed by the California sate board of pharmacy. - American Heart Association (AHA) approved Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within the probationary period. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Comprehensive knowledge of emergency medications, and the ability to become CPR-certified. - Possess comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies and disease states, and the ability to relate this information to the patient's medical management plan. - Working knowledge of aseptic technique and the ability to prepare sterile IV products and chemotherapeutic agents. - Knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services. - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient, or other sources, and relate it to the patient's medical management plan. - Ability to learn and operate pharmacy computer system(s) and other equipment. - Ability to type medication labels. - Ability to teach and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Lift/transport 1-50 lbs - Frequent bending/reaching/stooping - Abilityto type prescription labels Notes: - PR # TR-10319 - Work schedule to vary as required - Position will include working with Infectious Disease Service2012-05-01 18:37:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131771CALos Angeles, CA28302854http://kp.jobs/xml/28302854/jobUSADowneyTitle: Orthopedic Tech II Location: Downey, CA Under administrative supervision by the Department Administrator and under direct clinical supervision by the department physicians and advanced practice providers, assists the physician/provider with all routine and advanced orthopedic and orthopedic surgical procedures as described below. Provides written instructions for patients in the use of various orthopedic devices and sets up and maintains supplies and equipment; may provide direction to the Orthopedic Technician I or the Junior Ortho Tech. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws - Assists the physician with all routine and advanced orthopedic and orthopedic surgical procedures - May instruct the work of Orthopedic Technicians I and trainees in the application of casts, traction setups, Operating Room procedures, and other procedures and techniques to patients of the age group served - Performs all of the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of Orthopedic Technician I - The following is a non-exhaustive list of functions in the Medical Office or Hospital Setting: - May apply casts, splints, traction or other orthopedic devices to the extent that this is a technical function that does not involve choosing the appropriate treatment, setting a fracture, manipulating bone or tissue or assessing that patient's clinical condition - Remove casts, splints and orthopedic devices - Prepare the patient for procedures - Set up instruments and equipment for procedures - Apply and remove bandages and dressings that does not involve debridement - Provide written instructions to patients regarding proper cast care and use of crutches and devices - Remove sutures or staples from superficial incisions after sutures/staples have been assessed for removal by a provider. - Assist patients in ambulation and transfers - Collect and record patient data including height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure, and basic information about the presenting and previous condition(s) - Record patient care services provided in the medical record - Other technical or administrative tasks as required - Operating Room: As a surgical assistant, an orthopedic technician may perform the following functions that are delegated and directed by a physician, if the orthopedic technician has demonstrated competence to do so. - Assist with preparation and draping of the patient - Cut sutures - Tie sutures (above fascia-not on deep tissue) - Advance (but not insert) pins or screws in previously drilled holes (a technical function) - Apply and hold graspers on tissue during endoscopic surgery - Retract tissue - Tap and mallet on instruments held by a surgeon (mechanical task) - Suction blood or other fluids from the operative field - Sponge the operative field - When provider is holding instruments, apply electrocautery through instruments to vessels (but not directly to vessels) - Assist in cleaning wounds and applying dressing - Assist in managing and maintaining the integrity of drains and devices attached to patient Qualifications: THIS IS A REPOST OF 055168. Pay Grade: 25 Basic Qualifications: - Basic Life Support (BLS). - Certified by the National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologist (NBCOT). - Graduate of an accredited Orthopedic Technician program or equivalent training in the military OR two (2) years of full time experience as an Orthopedic Technician. - High School diploma or equivalent. - Two (2) years of experience as an Orthopedic Technician within the last three (3) years. - Demonstrates knowledge and ability to utilize principles, practices, and techniques of basic human anatomy, types of fractures, orthopedic equipment, and use of cast and splints. - Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of cast application and traction and orthopedic appliance application. - Ability to demonstrate and utilize knowledge of surgical orthopedic and sterile techniques. - Under direct supervision, the ability to work and assist in the Operating Room. - Customer service skills. Notes: Schedule / days / hours may vary. Work hours will vary between 7:30 am - 6:00 pm.2012-05-01 18:37:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132155CADowney, CA28302856http://kp.jobs/xml/28302856/jobUSAMoreno ValleyTitle: Staff RN (Hospital) - MV Location: Moreno Valley, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance w/ established standards of care, policies, & procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent w/ the Medical Center Vision, Mission, & Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality & effectiveness in work habits & clinical practice; & treats co-workers, patients, families, & all members of the health care team w/ dignity & respect. Essential Functions: - The RN demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, & behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, & functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three [3] years) full-time equivalent experience in ED or successful completion of a KP or equivalent ED training program within prior 12 months. - Current ACLSand PALS card required. - Note: Education/License/Certification & Qualifications required for Moreno Valley Community Hospital employees acquired through KP's purchase of Valley Health System's Moreno Valley Community Hospital: Employees shall meet the minimum position qualifications as listed on their previous Valley Health System job description. Preferred Qualifications: - BSN preferred. Notes: -Rotating weekends.2012-05-01 18:37:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132298CAMoreno Valley, CA28302858http://kp.jobs/xml/28302858/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - NICU Location: Woodland Hills, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS Certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full time equivalent experience in Level II nursery or above with completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. Preferred Qualifications: - One (1) yearLevel III NICU experience. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option is chosen, shift will be 7:00 am - 7:00 pm withback up eight (8) hour shift 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm.2012-05-01 18:37:01United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia106874CAWoodland Hills, CA28302843http://kp.jobs/xml/28302843/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Communications Consultant Location: Oakland, CA The Communications Consultant actively pursues new information to develop communications on compelling issues, projects, and initiatives relevant to S&AM. Works directly with subject matter experts to gather information, and get copy reviewed and approved. The Communications Consultant collaborates with S&AM leaders and staff, commercial marketing communications colleagues, health plan intranet site partners, and various SMEs to develop and delivery timely communications. Essential Functions: - Cultivates professional relationships with senior S&AM leaders, subject matter experts, internal clients, and coworkers. - Represents the department on complex projects and serves as communications strategist for high-level initiatives. - Acts as a communications adviser and strategist. - Develops and implements communications plans and tactics that support S&AM mission and areas of focus. - Actively pursues new information to develop communications on compelling issues relevant to S&AM. - Communicates complex issues in simple terms (both verbally and in written form). - Manages and completes multiple assignments in short time frames. - Writes, edits, and proofs benefit rich content for Comm Flash messages and @HPI. - Develops a thorough understanding of topics that differentiate KP from the competition. - Assumes final responsibility for results of specific projects. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, public relations or related field or related experience required. - Minimum Five years of experience working in a complex corporate communications environment with demonstrated excellence in developing, implementing and monitoring strategic communications programs. - Ability to coordinate diverse projects and activities into a cohesive and strategic communications program. - Professional-level writing and editing skills for Web and traditional media. - Demonstrated excellence in working collaboratively in a team setting. - Able to respond to emerging issues and crises. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree preferred.2012-05-01 18:36:58United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133708CAOakland, CA28302836http://kp.jobs/xml/28302836/jobUSABurbankTitle: Marketing Comm Proj Mgr I (Burbank, CA) Location: Burbank, CA The Project Manager I supports the Consulting Services team in ensuring that project results fulfill client objectives, reflect Kaiser Permanente brand standards, meet all required criteria for accuracy and compliance, and are completed in a timely, cost-effective manner. The Project Manager manages communications projects for multiple marketing programs for program-wide, regional, and/or service area clients. This position supports the Communications Consultants in problem-solving, decision-making, and client contact. This position also collaborates with Brand Management, Creative Services, Operations and Production, and other Consulting Services staff to promote and support Shared Services Marketing Communications goals. Essential Functions: - Provides relevant project direction to client, team, or functional partners (e.g. Creative Services, Operations, Production units) to ensure completion within project parameters including budget and schedule. Interfaces with other functions (e.g. writing, editing, translation, photography, etc.) as required by project. - Develops formal project work plans, deploys tactics, aligns work and messaging (including schedule and cost estimates) for Marketing Communications projects of a moderately strategic and/or complex nature. - Projects are typically moderately complex, requiring in-depth evaluation of key issues. - Continually tracks and documents project status against timeline to ensure completion of moderately strategic and/or complex projects within project parameters, including budget and schedule. Updates project schedule in database to accurately indicate current status; routes projects, securing necessary approvals. - Provides updates to functional partners & teams as applicable (e.g. Communications Consultants, Brand Management, Creative Services, etc). - Continually evaluate project components for effectiveness against criteria and develop alternative solutions as required. - Take ownership of project issues and provide client consultation and service. - Partners with other MarCom departments to support regional marketing communications initiatives. May help with identification of tactical elements to support a marketing communication plan. - Works with project team and collaborates with program-wide, regional, and/or service area staff to share resources, procedures, and standards. Participates on functional teams, such as product development, broker development. - Plans, facilitates, and leads routine project meetings. Presents to leadership and business partners as needed. - Cultivates professional business relationships with Subject Matter Experts, business line leads, internal clients and coworkers. - Writes non-marquee level creative briefs. Recommends and presents creative drafts for review. Ensures that creative brief is approved by Brand Management, Consulting Services, Creative Services staff, and business partners as appropriate. - Has a thorough understanding of topics that differentiate KP from the competition amd shares information with team. - Provides feedback to staff on a regular and ongoing basis. May be assigned task of on-boarding of new personnel, including management of training and department orientation. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum of 2 years of experience in writing and editing, leading marketing communications projects for diverse market segments, audiences & industries, and developing and implementing strategic and tactical communications plans. - Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to communicate complex issues in simple terms, both verbally and in written form. - Demonstrated skills in communications project management from concept through completion. - Familiar with computer-based publication design, reproduction & output processes, and software programs such as: Dreamweaver, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project - Proficient in software used by the department. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Communications, Marketing, Advertising or Design required Preferred Qualifications: - Health care industry experience preferred. - Portfolio of work samples preferred2012-05-01 18:36:58United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133716CABurbank, CA28302838http://kp.jobs/xml/28302838/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Nurse Clinical Systems Project Location: Pasadena, CA Provides project management analysis, recommendations & decision support for a broad array of complex clinical nursing & patient care issues. Provides subject matter expertise to teams chartered to address & develop recommendations for current/future operations & clinical processes/services. Promotes internal & external communications. Manages the project team, timelines & budget. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership in redesign projects related to the coordination, design/redesign, delivery & management of nursing & patient care services - Identifies methods & approaches to reduce cost structures & maintain high quality of patient care - Provides expertise on subject matter addressed by project team - Works w/ leadership & staff to implement programs - Recommends project strategy, identifies best methods & processes, develops project planning, group process facilitation, training, & appropriate application of IT - Collaborates w/ stakeholders & sponsors to define project charter, framework, vision, & deliverables - Ensures quality & effectiveness of research - Monitors & maintains timelines & budget - Contracts w/ & manages work of internal/external consultants - Coordinates all internal & external communication, represents the project to internal & external group - Ensures the development of an effective implementation plan & facilitates the execution of this plan Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (usually 3-5 years) in management and/or project management/operational planning - Previous experience w/ KP preferred - Specific subject matter expertise in health care operations, care delivery & clinical processes - Demonstrated ability to conceive, plan & manage team-based projects; knowledge of health care industry strategic business issues, w/ an understanding of KP, it's operations, social & legal environment; knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, & other local, state, & federal regulations - Health Connect: Broad understanding of ICT9 and CPT4 - Epic certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire. - Position will be Orders / Clin Doc based. Notes: Travel will be required.2012-05-01 18:36:58United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia080106CAPasadena, CA28302840http://kp.jobs/xml/28302840/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Masters Level Student Temp Location: Oakland, CA This position provides analytical support to a project or department. Under the guidance of a Project Manager/ Director, responsible for collecting and researching data, performing analysis, providing recommendations and presenting results. Essential Functions: - Responsible for contributing high level analytical support to a project or department requiring application of knowledge in marketing, information management, finance, management, economics or statistics. - This position contributes to a full range of project components. - Assigned to at least one project and expected to produce results and report out as a member of a project team. - Organizes assigned project tasks, identifies and structures information collection activities, and sets time lines for completion of required tasks as directed. - Develops tools to identify and to document best practices. - Prepares various excel, word or PowerPoint reports, and works w/ access database software (or similar tool) to develop data extracts and management information reports. - May be asked to produce graphic information using excel or PowerPoint or similar software. - Contributes to development of management information and analysis conducted, provides recommendations and assists w/ preparation of formal presentations to communicate results to various management levels. - Identifies alternative solutions to project issues. - Contributes to development project plans to ensure timely deliverables and successful completion of project and demonstrates an understanding of various business intersections. - Assists w/ identification and development of training information. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Enrolled in or recent graduate of a MBA or other Masters level program w/ an accredited college or university. - Solid analytical skills, problem solving, project management and critical thinking. - Strong project management skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to utilize at a working level Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access. - Knowledge of SQL or SAS highly desirable. - Must be able to work in a Labor/ Management Partnership environment. ++ Expected Length of Employment: May - August ++2012-05-01 18:36:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133601CAOakland, CA28302814http://kp.jobs/xml/28302814/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Nurse Practitioner II - Neurosurgery (120214) Location: Santa Clara, CA The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager. Essential Functions: - Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing. - Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy. - Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings. - Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service. - Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols. - Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. -Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information. - If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a nurse practitioner. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty services. - Two (2) years (within the past three (3) years) experience as a NP providing specialized care for persons with neurological conditions requiring surgical intervention. Completion of Masters Program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Pediatric NP required: Adult, Family or Acute NP if practice limited to adults; Family or Pedi NP if practice limited to pediatric patients. RN First Assist experience required. If only caring for specific patient population of adult or pediatrics then Acute Adult NP or Acute Pediatric NP required. - Master's degree in nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permantente employee who was 'grandfathered in' prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008). - Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Credentialing Center, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, and National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.) - Current California RN/NP License with California BRN issued Furnishing Number. - Current BLS required. - Must have a NPI and meet Medicare requirements for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number). - Current DEA if required for specialty. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and/or NALS and/or PALS or PEARS may also be required for the position.2012-05-01 18:36:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132551CASanta Clara, CA28302812http://kp.jobs/xml/28302812/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Optical Dispenser - Grade 25 (BR-15 (12)) Location: Redwood City, CA Under general supervision of the optical sales branch manager, is responsible for all dispensing and optical activities. This includes all technical procedures of fitting, necessary bench work and allied optical procedures. Included also will be any necessary clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs which may include acting as liaison between pertinent departments. Essential Functions: - Assists patient with selection of eyewear, making such facial measurements and adjustments as are necessary to properly fit glasses to the patient. - Interviews patient to determine visual needs. - Interprets refractionist's prescription. - Instructs and counsels patient on proper methods of eyeglass care. - Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs. - Verifies Optical Benefit coverage. - Dispenses and adjusts optical product. - Inspects final product for accuracy in accordance with prescription requirements, original order and ANSI Z80 standards. - Reconciles patient's concerns to their satisfaction. - Performs all other dispensing functions consistent with the accepted professional. - Practice as authorized by the California Board of Medical Examiners and organizational policies and practices. - Conducts daily inventory of frames and accessories as requires. - Perform necessary shop work as required, including but not limited to cutting, edging, dyeing, and mounting of lenses. - Repairs frames as required. - Completes all required forms. - Dispensers may also repair; solder; check out prescriptions; edge; mount and complete eyeglasses for final delivery to patients. - Dispensers may sell other products or perform other services as deemed necessary by the Employer. - Recommend to branch manger improvements in sales and service. - Maintain written and verbal communication with lab as required. - Will perform customer service and floor coordinating duties. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Four (4) years as an Optical Dispenser (Optician). - Contact lens fitting experience preferred. - High School Diploma/GED. - American Board of Optician (ABO) certification, preferred. - Demonstrated excellent customer service skills. - Computer knowledge and ability to enter prescriptions into computerized system and place retail eyeglass orders. - Typing 25 wpm. - 50 mile travel. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Skills testing: Typing (25 WPM) Schedule: Mon: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM2012-05-01 18:36:08United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132328CARedwood City, CA28302809http://kp.jobs/xml/28302809/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Medical Assistant - Grade 180 Location: Redwood City, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or designee. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department. - Records information in patients' medical record. - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. - Assists clinician with care of the patient. - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department. - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry. - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. - Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. - Takes accountability for own actions. - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. - Adheres to Attendance Policy. - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship. - High School Diploma or GED. - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. - BLS certification. - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. - Ability to use personal computer. - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information. - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-01 18:36:08United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132350CARedwood City, CA28302811http://kp.jobs/xml/28302811/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Sonographer I, II, III, IV, V Location: Walnut Creek, CA Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/ Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. Essential Functions: - Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Prepares and positions patient for examination. - Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. - Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. - Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film. - Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. - Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination. - Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. - Orients new hires. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: Sonographer I, II, III, IV,V: - High School Diploma/GED. - ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers). - BLS required. In addition to the qualifications above: Sonographer I - Must have 1 ARDMS registry in any specialty. - Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely. Sonographer II - Must have 2 ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty. - Must demonstrate competency and perform both specialties routinely. Sonographer III - Must have equivalent of 3 years (6,240 hrs) continuous ultrasound experience within the last 6 years with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 4 years. - Must have 3 ARDMS registries in any specialty. - Must demonstrate competency and perform all 3 specialties routinely. Sonographer IV - Must have equivalent of 5 years (10,400 hrs) recent ultrasound experience within the last 10 years with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 4 years. - Must be registered and competent in 5 ARDMS registries that are performed by the Lab. - Must demonstrate competency and perform all 4 specialties routinely. Sonographer V - Must have equivalent of 5 years (10,400 hrs) recent ultrasound experience within the last 10 years with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 4 years. - Must be registered and competent in 5 ARDMS registries that are performed by the Lab. - Must demonstrate competency and perform all 5 specialties routinely. Schedule: 10:00pm - 6:30am Week 1: Sun, Thurs, Fri Week 2: Thurs - Sat2012-05-01 18:36:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131900CAWalnut Creek, CA28302806http://kp.jobs/xml/28302806/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Staff Nurse II Multi-Facility - Emergency Dept (120015) Location: Walnut Creek, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care when and where appropriate to do so. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and acts to meet them. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of recent experience (within the last three (3) years) as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program & completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience OR Graduate of registered nursing program & either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care & has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Successful completion of, or enrollment leading to successful completion of, the KP Emergency Nursing Course w/ preceptorship, or equivalent training, or equivalent experience. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - AHA approved BLS certification. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written & oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: 3:45pm - 12:15am Week 1: Sun, Thurs, Fri Week 2: Mon, Tues, Sat This is a Multi-Facility position. (Walnut Creek Medical Center/Antioch Medical Center). Home-based in Walnut Creek.2012-05-01 18:36:06United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131659CAWalnut Creek, CA28302804http://kp.jobs/xml/28302804/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Medical Assistant, Grade 180, (No. 4586) Location: Hayward, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or designee. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department. - Records information in patients' medical record. - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. - Assists clinician with care of the patient. - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department. - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry. - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. - Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. - Takes accountability for own actions. - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. - Adheres to Attendance Policy. - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship. - High School Diploma or GED. - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. - BLS certification. - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. - Ability to use personal computer. - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information. - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-05-01 18:35:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126270CAHayward, CA28302790http://kp.jobs/xml/28302790/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Home Care Rehabilitation Services Clinical Supervisor Location: Santa Rosa, CA Under the direction of the Home Care Site Director, manages activities of Rehabilitation services for the Home Health Hospice Agency. Monitors quality, service and utilization standards. Supervises the day-to-day clinical operational activities. Provides input into planning, organizing, budgeting and reporting to achieve consistency and a high level of member satisfaction of services throughout the Facility and/or Service Area. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Provides direct therapy/rehabilitation patient care services as needed. Essential Functions: - Manages the day-to-day clinical operations of the agency, including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. - Participates in agency and employee safety programs and risk management. - Responsible for overall supervision of Rehabilitative Services Staff (including PT, OT, SLP), includes interviewing, hiring, training, monitoring assignments and evaluating personnel. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development. - Acts as resource to staff as clinical expert. - Ensures individualized care goals are established. - May provide clinical consultation and/or mentoring for professional staff. - Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the criteria for professional practice. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. - Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the agency/organization level. - Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of other agencies internally and externally. - Participates in program management, including licensing, member satisfaction, budgeting, utilization and quality assessment/improvement activities including licensing to member satisfaction and budgeting. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care, and cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works with health care providers outside of the agency to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Coordinates with appropriate team members or contract services for the clinical care of hospice and home health patients and families. - Reviews performance of contracted staffing services for adherence to hospice and home health policies. - Ensures patients receive quality care by reviewing documentation, making visits with staff, reviewing care plans, conducting/participating in multidisciplinary team conferences, and reviewing patient satisfaction reports. Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - May provide clinical consultation and/or mentoring for professional staff. - Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the criteria for professional practice. - Provides direct therapy/rehabilitation patient care services as needed. Secondary Functions: - Provides direct supervision by conducting home visits with staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Demonstrated supervisory or lead experience. - Previous management experience in a union environment preferred. - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a master's degree in physical therapy or a related field, such as occupational therapy or speech therapy. - Current California Physical Therapy license. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain NPI prior to employment. - BLS required. - Valid CA driver's license required. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Strong organizational and communication skills. - Computer skills preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-29 18:12:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133298CASanta Rosa, CA28263764http://kp.jobs/xml/28263764/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Patient Care Coordinator Case Manager Location: San Rafael, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Schedule: On-Call: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM This position will be rotating weekends and working some holidays.2012-04-29 18:12:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133317CASan Rafael, CA28263763http://kp.jobs/xml/28263763/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Patient Care Coordinator Case Manager Location: San Rafael, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Schedule: On-Call: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM This position will be rotating weekends and working some holidays.2012-04-29 18:12:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133318CASan Rafael, CA28263765http://kp.jobs/xml/28263765/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Assistant Administrator Support Services Location: San Rafael, CA Directs, manages, and controls medical center-based operational activities including: environmental services, material management, plant operations, nutritional services (food services), gardening, linen, transportation, environmental health and safety and security services. Point of contact for all internal and external issues related to operation of physical plant, environmental services, landscaping and construction project liaison. Also serves as the service area liaison to Regional Departments: National Facilities Services, Biomedical Engineering, and Construction Services. Essential Functions: - Under the direct management of the Area Manager or COO and performance accountability to the Regional Support Service Administrator, the Leader, Support Services: Plans, develops and implements support services that achieve area business goals and objectives. - Identifies, implements, and evaluates best practices, including systems development and cost-effective operations standards and focuses on prevention, intervention and identification of issues and problems prior to impact on operations. - Effectively manages budgets that are designed to maintain, remodel and secure the facility assets of the Area. - Directs the development and implementation of standards for plant operations, maintenance, safety, and enhancement of work and member space, building, grounds and equipment. - Collaborates with service area constituents to structure support services that promote a high degree of internal customer satisfaction and the implementation of best practices. - Works closely with Regional and local departments to champion and implement organization-wide initiatives (e.g., Workplace Safety, Revenue Enhancement, Business Continuity, Supply Savings). - Works with Regional Financial Services and the Area Finance Officer to ensure all Area capital assets are tracked successfully. - Works with staff of the National Facilities Services Department to plan, design and implement plant maintenance and large scale capital projects that adhere to organizational standards, are delivered on a timely basis and meet established budgets. - Develops and revises standards for all Support Services departments as identified by regulatory agencies. - Coordinates local/state fire authority, OSHA, DOHS and The Joint Commission inspection visits involving facility or building concerns. - Develops, coaches and manages a staff dedicated to providing professional expertise and a high degree of customer service. - Participates in Area Management Teams that create and track long and short term business goals. - Works with the Business Strategy & Finance and Materials Management departments to assure that all procurement activity adheres to organizational policies, procedures and financial standards. - Actively collaborates with our Labor Partners to create a professionally satisfying work environment by assuring that our managers and staff are working within the parameters of the KP National Labor Management Partnership Agreement. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum five (5) - ten (10) years of facility and support services operations (in healthcare environment preferred). - Practical experience in facility management, construction administration and project management. - Demonstrated experience developing operational standards, policies and practices that promote organizational efficiencies, cost effectiveness and the delivery of high quality services. - Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering or related discipline with practical experience in business administration, public administration or related field. - Master's degree preferred. - Expert knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations especially those relating to environmental services, hazardous waste management and safety. - Demonstrated knowledge of the application of various codes/standards managed by local, state and national regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission regulations. - Demonstrated proficiency in the development, motivation, mobilization and leadership of effective teams that achieve results. - Ability to develop, administer and achieve sound financial plans and budgets. - Demonstrated understanding of environment care and its relation to hospital operations. - Must be able to successfully collaborate with Medical Group and Labor Partners to mutually achieve operational successes in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Demonstrated excellent communication skills (written, verbal, active listening).2012-04-29 18:12:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133342CASan Rafael, CA28263766http://kp.jobs/xml/28263766/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Lvl III Staff RN - Clinic - Treadmill Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in the ED, Critical Care, PACU, Step Down, DOU, Ambulatory Cardiology or as an RN performing treadmills. - Current ACLS card required. - PALS card may be required based on patient population. - Knowledge of the various types of implantable cardiac devices and demonstrated ability to perform 12-lead EKG interpretation required. - Knowledge of procedural sedation agents and reversal agents required. - Basic arrhythmia course required. Preferred Qualifications: - BSN - Successful passage of 12 lead regional examination or equivalent. - Effective medical/surgical clinical experience and experience with bronchoscopy or endoscopic procedures. - Experience with treadmill testing and 12 lead EKG interpretation. - Experience with procedure sedation. - Strong communication skills. - Strong computer skills to include Word, Excel, and Healthconnect. - Strong leadership and critical thinking abilities. Notes: - Occasional off hours and weekend work.2012-04-28 19:10:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132428CALos Angeles, CA28260485http://kp.jobs/xml/28260485/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: This is a repost of 130517 Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in Critical Care or completion of a Kaiser Permanente (KP) or equivalent Critical Care course within prior 12 months. -Current ACLS card required. Notes: -If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm-7:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm-7:30 am.2012-04-28 19:10:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132453CALos Angeles, CA28260486http://kp.jobs/xml/28260486/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Project Manager II Location: Los Angeles, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Responsible for setting strategic direction of projects and developing project plans. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the second job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At the second level, the Project Manager is responsible for leading projects of complex scope where analysis of data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within generally defined practices/policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of project. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) strongly preferred. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Effective leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Effective interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Excellent written and verbal skills - Strong Critical thinking and analytical skills - Excellent interpersonal communication skills - Flexible and able to work independently - Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.) Notes: - Start time may vary between 7 AM and 1:59 PM, typically start at 9 AM2012-04-28 19:10:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133442CALos Angeles, CA28260488http://kp.jobs/xml/28260488/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Intern Pharmacist - (CP-9975) Location: Los Angeles, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 wpm - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate w/ co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50 lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: -PR# CP-9975 -Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required2012-04-28 19:10:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131762CALos Angeles, CA28260469http://kp.jobs/xml/28260469/jobUSACoronaTitle: Psychologist - Pain Management Location: Corona, CA Performs diagnoses and psychological assessments of referred patients by administering, scoring and interpreting psychometric and projective tests as well as other psycho-diagnostic techniques and behavior observations. Essential Functions: - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care and license, maintains license. - Performs diagnoses and psychological assessments of referred patients by administering, scoring and interpreting psychometric and projective tests as well as other psycho-diagnostic techniques and behavior observations. - Assesses brain functioning and pathology through the administration of special psychological techniques per mental health benefit contract. - Transmits diagnostic and assessment information to referring professionals through verbal and written reports. - Offers consultation and in-service training to other mental health professionals on clinical issues relevant to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders to include consultation w/ physicians on psychological factors in the physical health or illness of individuals. - May conduct research of human behavior and possible methods for eliminating psychological disorders. - Conducts program evaluation to assess quality of care and cost effectiveness of clinical procedures. - Offers research and program design consultation. - Conducts initial interview w/ member by eliciting and interpreting the psychological and social meaning of complaints. - Determines urgency of member's needs. - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation and recommends a course of therapeutic action; selects appropriate treatment modality. - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents and children. - Renders appropriate and immediate guidance and therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services. - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports and letters; phones, writes and visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools, relatives, friends to obtain pertinent information. - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants and community resources. - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information and referrals. - Proficient in identifying and treating the span of developmental stages. - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but limited to individual, group, family and child therapy. - Complies w/ organization, department, state, federal, regulatory agency guidelines, policies and procedures. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) or more years of post graduate experience in a behavioral health setting, internship in a Psychological Association (PA) approved program preferred. - Doctorate degree from an APA accredited University with specialization in a field of clinical or counseling psychology. - Current license as a Psychologist by the California Board of Behavioral Examiners. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum two (2) years professional experience specifically in the area of chronic pain. Learning theory, behavioral medicine and chronic pain. - Knowledge of psychopharmacology. - Ability to work independently and problem solve. - Ability to work well in teams with other disciplines. - Effective written and oral communication skills. - Develops, implements and evaluates the design and delivery of the Chronic Pain Management Program. - Facilitates and implements the assessment, plan, implementation, delivery, reassessment and adjustment of a multidisciplinary treatment plan for patients in the Chronic Pain program. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating patients for psychotropic medications, within the scope of practice. - Computer skills in Word, Excel, and Powerpoint Notes: - May require travel to Medical Offices in Coachella Valley - Schedule varies within the Day and Evening shift2012-04-28 19:10:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132026CACorona, CA28260473http://kp.jobs/xml/28260473/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - NICU per diem, I280-5, 3pm - 11:30pm Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in Level II NICU or above or completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least one (1) other Perinatal area. Notes: - I280-5.2012-04-28 19:10:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132064CASan Diego, CA28260472http://kp.jobs/xml/28260472/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - NICU per diem, I380-1, 3pm - 11:30pm Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in Level II NICU or above or completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least one (1) other Perinatal area. Notes: - I380-12012-04-28 19:10:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132068CASan Diego, CA28260474http://kp.jobs/xml/28260474/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - NICU per diem, I380-3, 7pm - 7:30am Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in Level II NICU or above or completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least one (1) other Perinatal area. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm-7:00 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm - I380-32012-04-28 19:10:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132069CASan Diego, CA28260475http://kp.jobs/xml/28260475/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Respiratory Care Practitioner III (Irvine/PD) Location: Irvine, CA Assess, plan, implement and evaluate respiratory therapy care and life support to patients in all areas of the medical center, including neo-natal intensive care, who have deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system under the supervision of physician and prescription. Perform other patient comfort duties necessary to maintain the flow of patient care in the unit. Essential Functions: - Demonstrate knowledge, application, competency, proficiency & assessment skills for all specific patient/member age categories; neonatal, pediatric, & adult age & classifications. - Know admitting diagnosis & pulmonary pathophysiology for assigned patients, & performs patient assessment & provides appropriate therapy. - Evaluate & state data obtained from respiratory monitoring devices on assigned patients. - Evaluate patient's response to all respiratory care provided & appropriately documents reqd info as outlined in department policies & procedures. - Determine appropriateness & provides recommendations for respiratory care services, taking into consideration the needs of different age groups, cognitive abilities, & development status. - Initiate new routine orders within time specified in department policies & procedures. - Measure & adjust airway cuff pressures. - Recommend changes in diagnostic & therapeutic procedures to physicians, nursing, &/or co-workers. - Taking into consideration patient age & development status modify those treatments/procedure techniques, which do not require a change in physician's orders to optimize the delivery of care, & report modifications to appropriate health care team members. - Utilize appropriate chain-of-command when consulting on patients not responding to standard therapeutic procedures. - Perform respiratory diagnostic & therapeutic procedures. - Obtain approval prior to administering any medications, which is not included on the approved medication list. - Store unused, doses of medications in the department medication cabinet or refrigerator as indicated by the medication instructions. - Provide ventilatory support during patient inter/intra hospital transfers. - Perform procedures for disinfecting & sterilization & adhere to infection control policies & procedures. - Perform & evaluate blood gas analysis to include quality control procedures adhering to lab policies & procedures. - Assures that quality control of equipment is performed & at acceptable levels. - Obtains arterial blood samples, ensure that samples & requisition slips have reqd info, handle & dispose of blood samples per policy & procedure. - Perform blood gas analysis; document & report critical blood gas values to nurse/physician. - Perform analyzer maintenance & quality controls as qualified & ensure cleanliness of the blood gas laboratory. - Perform cardiopulmonary & neonatal resuscitation (CPR/NR) & respond to emergencies in all areas. - Auscultate lungs to assure proper endo-tracheal tube placement. - Identify primary affected lobes & positions patient to optimize treatment while ensuring safety, prior to initiating chest physiotherapy. - Identify contraindications in regards to chest physiotherapy & appropriately inform & provide recommendations to the physician. - Perform oral, nasal, & tracheal suctioning to ensure airway patency. - Collaborate w/ the physician & nurses in regards to the appropriate frequency of suctioning for assigned patients. - Provide reasonable solutions upon the identification of problems. Qualifications: Pay Grade: 26 Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of atwo (2) year Respiratory Care Accrediting Board (RCAB) approved school and passage of the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) registry examination. - American Heart Association approved Basic Life Support (BLS) required. - Certification as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) by the State of California. - Neonatal Resuscitation Provider Certification (NRP). - Possess the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential. - Possess the (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Credential. - Functions at independent level in all areas of Med/Surg, Adult and Pediatric Intensive Care areas as well as Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU). - Experience requirements may be waived or modified when an appropriate program or course is available and successfully completed for New Graduate RCP's or for area of specialization. - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS), Sugar &safe Care-Temperature-Airway-Blood Pressure- Lab Work-Emotional Support. (S.T.A.B.L.E.) Certification, preferred. - Two (2) years of experience in the Neonatal intensive Care Unit, preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Adult, Neonate, and Pediatric Critical Care Respiratory Therapy, including set-up, management, and monitoring of ventilators and general Respiratory Care devices. - Arterial Blood Gases (analysis and puncture). - Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required by department management Notes: - This is an On-Call, twelve (12) hour shift position. - Days and hours will vary according to department needs - Will work rotating weekends2012-04-28 19:10:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132121CAIrvine, CA28260476http://kp.jobs/xml/28260476/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Staff RN - Hospital/ O318 F/T Nights Float Pool Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. Notes: - Position Control # O318 - Works rotating weekends. - Works 'Non-Payday' weekend. - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00pm - 7:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 11:00 pm - 7:30 am.2012-04-28 19:10:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132199CASan Diego, CA28260478http://kp.jobs/xml/28260478/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic (Bilingual) Location: Bakersfield, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS -One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to review, evaluate and implement solution. Notes: - This is an 8hr position between the hours of 6am to 2am - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - Performs routine nursing duties per physician's orders (administer medications, start I.V.s, etc.) - Assessment and triage of patients presenting to the medical offices. - Provides functional direction to assigned personnel to monitor and direct patient flow, prepare & monitor daily work assignment, identify problems and recommend and implement solutions. - Will orientate and train new and existing personnel. - May work at multiple locations/facilities. - Must be willing to work in all departments at facility2012-04-28 19:10:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132419CABakersfield, CA28260484http://kp.jobs/xml/28260484/jobUSABaldwin ParkTitle: Intern Pharmacist - (TH-1215) Location: Baldwin Park, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 wpm - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate w/ co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - PR# TH-1215 -Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required -Must be willing to work at multiple locations within the San Gabriel Valley area2012-04-28 19:10:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131731CABaldwin Park, CA28260467http://kp.jobs/xml/28260467/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Medical Social Worker III/LCSW (Panorama City) Location: Panorama City, CA Provides assessments, coordination, & implementation/evaluation of professional social services to patients & their families in order to aid them in coping w/ social, emotional, & economic difficulties related to medical problems or which predispose to illness. Essential Functions: - Provides quality counseling services by assessing patient/ family system needs, then developing & implementing treatment plans in accordance w/ departmental & medical center policies - Provides quality counseling services by assessing patient/ family system needs, then developing & implementing treatment plans in accordance w/ departmental & medical center policies, & in compliance w/ the standards of the social work profession. Quality of clinical services is indicated by QM findings, case presentations, documentation review, staff & patient feedback & supervisory discussions - Performs a bio-psychosocial assessment interview w/ patient, family, &/or significant other according to department policy & standards - Provides appropriate crises intervention/treatment to adults, children & families in emergent situations including assessment, counseling, information/referral & providing consultation to physicians & healthcare team. Provides a professional interpretation of patient's condition (i.e., situation, affect, behavior & verbal content) & recommends appropriate psycho-social intervention(s) &/or treatment plan - Develops culturally sensitive assessment that reflects departmental standards & includes: reasons for referral; source of referral; informant name; physical/medical issues; interpersonal & social relations; emotional/psychiatric/adjustment issues including assessment of depression; role performance/social transition; community planning/resources (as indicated); legal/protective issues (as indicated) - Provides appropriate counseling services to patients &/or family based on clinical assessment & consistent w/ patient's on-going medical condition/needs - Provides patient education on subjects related to psycho-social adjustment to medical illness, individually, in classes or groups - Assessment demonstrates ability to interpret the social, emotional & behavioral problems/elements as they relate to the patient's medical condition & treatment - Demonstrates the integration of clinical social work theory into practice by appropriately utilizing clinical knowledge of bio-psychosocial development stages, personality development, human behavior, etc., to formulate assessment, direct treatment, & provide consultation & education to other team members.This includes integration of developmental theory & clinical practice in assessments & intervention specific to the age group served (neonates, pediatrics, adolescent, adult, geriatric) - Spends at least 70% of time in direct service activity - Completes & submits statistics in accordance w/ departmental policies & procedures - Documents interventions in appropriate formats, legibly & w/in departmental time frames - Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature & the level of work being preformed by the individuals assigned to this position & as such are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties & skills required of personnel so classified Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of experience working as a professional clinical social worker in an acute care general medical center, preferred - Master's degree in Social Work issued by a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education - Current and valid license as a Clinical Social Worker issued by the State of California Board of Behavior Science Examiners Preferred Qualifications: -Employee must have at least one year Pediatric clinical experience, post master's, preferably in an acute care environment. - Must have expertise in the area of child abuse assessment and reporting. Notes: - Will work in the ambulatory, inpatient, and emergency department area. - Work until 8 p.m. several days per week required. - Employee will be required to work some holidays and carry the overnight beeper several times per year.2012-04-28 19:10:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129851CAPanorama City, CA28260464http://kp.jobs/xml/28260464/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Bakersfield, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN licenseand AHA BLS Certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three [3] years) full time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care. Preferred Qualifications: - Urgent Care or ER experience. Notes: - Position is not department or physician specific. -May workholidays and weekends. - Rotating weekends. - May float to other areas as needed. -This is a twelve (12) hour shift with back up hours 5:00 pm - 2:00 am.2012-04-28 19:10:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130230CABakersfield, CA28260465http://kp.jobs/xml/28260465/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Research Asst Location: Oakland, CA Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants. Recruits and consents study participants. Assists in training new study staff in study protocols and provides instruction to study participants. Uses computer software to provide basic data management and generate reports. Essential Functions: - Assists in training new study staff in protocols and implementation of study goals/objectives - Provides instruction to participants to teach them how to perform specific study protocols - Prepares computer-generated reports, including statistical tables - Answers participants' and providers' questions - Screens and recruits participants; obtains consent - Schedules examination appointments for study participants - Conducts telephone or in-person interviews with study participants and providers - Reviews questionnaires for completeness and accuracy; checks for inconsistencies; and codes open-ended questions. - Assists with all aspects of mailed surveys - Monitors participant's progress (e.g., blood pressure, exercise, response to questionnaires, tracking, etc) - Provides basic data management using database software - Maintains all pertinent project records and files - Transcribes data from records to forms Secondary Functions: - Conducts in-person clinic visits obtaining written consent, administering questionnaires, and measuring blood pressure, height, weight, and waist and hip circumferences. - Assists with the development of study tools (such as manual of operations, protocols, questionnaires and tracking forms). - Makes initial telephone contact with study subjects. -Accompanies participants to laboratory. - Reviews completed interviews for completeness and accuracy checks for inconsistencies. - Assists in tracking study participants when phone numbers are disconnected and or wrong number. - Keeps accurate records and files, including pending and completed interviews. - Responsible for mailing of recruitment and retention materials. - Schedules research clinic examination appointments for study participants. - Maintain meticulous tracking of study incentives. - May need to prepare and ship blood samples to storage sites. - Travels to Kaiser facilities (Santa Clara, San Jose, and Hayward) to conduct clinic visits. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one (1) year experience in a research/health care environment required - Previous interviewing experience required - Experience in editing/coding questionnaires required - Experience and knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing and database software, required - Associate's degree or equivalent experience required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred - Bachelor's degree may substitute for experience in field - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; telephone skills required - Familiar with medical terminology - Must be able to work in Labor and Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Scheduling flexibility - Bilingual (English/Spanish) - Must be outgoing, have excellent communication skills, and an ability to communicate with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds. - Telephone skills - Experience & knowledge of computer applications, such as word processing & database software - Familiarity w/editing/coding questionnaires NOTE: Travel is required. Ability to use own car, valid California driver's license and auto insurance needed (mileage reimbursed). ++This position is expected to continue for3 years work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding ++2012-04-28 19:08:46United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133336CAOakland, CA28260376http://kp.jobs/xml/28260376/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: CT Rsch Coord I Location: Santa Clara, CA The Clinical Trial Research Coordinator I (CTRC-I) is a novice level position which, under the clinical direction of the Principal Investigator (PI), assists in the operational and administrative research support of the Kaiser Permanente Northern California (KPNC) PI and KPNC Clinical Trials Operations Director or designee, and other research staff conducting multiple FDA-regulated clinical trials. This is a non-licensed position which works under the daily supervision of an experienced Clinical Trial Nurse, Clinical Trial Research Coordinator, and/or KFRI-designated, licensed clinical trial research staff member. Essential Functions: - With supervision, assist with preparation for inspections, audits and monitoring visits. - Maintain the security and confidentiality of participants' paper or electronic data. - Assist with scheduling participants for study assessments/visits, required tests including visit-specific laboratory kits and/or paperwork preparation. - Prepare packets for participants (e.g., instructions, phone numbers, calendars, diaries, etc.). - Assist with obtaining medical records and test results for all projects/participants. - With supervision and certification, perform packaging and shipping of protocol specimens to the Sponsor lab in accordance with IATA/DOT regulations and Sponsor shipping guidelines. - Direct issues requiring medical decision-making to the appropriate licensed staff member promptly. - Provide PI and/or Clinical Trial Nurse with the ongoing informed consent process by coordinating the current consent documents. - According to protocol and/or IRB-approved telephone script, collect and document research data in a timely manner, and report the information to the appropriate licensed staff member and PI for assessment. - Assist in the collection of protocol-required data with timely and accurate submissions as required by Sponsor (e.g., weekly screening log, routine electronic data submissions). - Under specific direction, assist with data entry of study activity onto a case report form (paper or electronic), and maintain a database program to track all study activity (i.e., study enrollment and consents). - Assist in maintaining research charts and site regulatory files. - Assist in ensuring that study-related, non-test article supplies are shipped and resupplied according to protocol, including tracking expiration dates. - Assist in obtaining protocol specific regulatory documents including MDs/RNs licenses and CVs. - Report any potential protocol violations/deviations to the PI in a timely manner. - Support the regulatory team in the maintenance and storage of critical documents required to be maintained and provided to the Sponsor during the conduct of the trial. - With supervision, assist in study closure activities including preparation and collection of close-out documentation, and preparation of study files for distribution to long-term storage. - With direction, communicate compliance and operational needs with internal and external parties, PI, KPNC Clinical Trials Operations Leader or designee, and KPNC Office(s) of Clinical Trial Compliance on an ongoing basis. - If applicable and with supervision, coordinate IRB communications (e.g., new protocols, amendments, continuing review applications, protocol violations, and adverse events) in accordance with departmental and KP policies and procedures. - Assume other duties as directed. Secondary Functions: - Responsible for assisting in the clinical trial RN screening potential patients for adult oncology clinical trials; abstracting medical information and putting on sponsor case report forms. - Send out all pathology, laboratory and radiology items required per protocol. - Assist in accurate data collection, and ordering all protocol requirements and obtaining results; preparation, collection, and shipment of all required protocol specimens. - Travel to other sites as needed for research activity/patient coverage. Attend National Research meetings as needed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical trials experience preferred. - Minimum AA degree or two (2) years of work experience in an ambulatory and/or acute health care setting required. LVN may be substituted for an AA degree. - Bachelor's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience. - Current BLS certification required. - Willingness to obtain IATA/DOT certification. - Demonstrate proficiency in medical terminology. - Satisfies requirements for career advancement/maintenance as defined by the Clinical Trial Career Ladder Program. - Knowledge of GCP, federal, state, and local regulations including HIPAA and KP policies and procedures. - Must be proficient in electronic health systems and databases used in research environment and word-processing or willingness to learn within three (3) months of hire. - Demonstrate organizational and communication skills. - Demonstrate written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. - Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy. - Ability to manage multiple tasks. - Demonstrate good prioritization and organizational skills. - Ability to be flexible and dependable. - Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams. - Present professional manner and appearance. - Demonstrated skill in administrative tasks i.e., filing, photocopying, faxing, etc. - Ability to work in a Labor Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous research experience desirable but not required. Medical terminology or experience in the medical field a plus. - Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively in multiple settings. Exhibited ability to set priorities and meet goals. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills,documentation skills. - Flexible, organized, detail oriented and tenacious in follow-through. Must possess the ability to work well under pressure. - Computer skills in WORD, Excell and internet preferred. - CPR-certified required. - Willing to abide by Good Clinical Practice Guidelines and all FDA regulations. NOTE: Must be willing and able to travel within the Northern California region with own dependable transportation. This job is in adult oncology. ++Expected Length of Employment: Contingent upon research funding ++2012-04-28 19:08:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133314CASanta Clara, CA28260371http://kp.jobs/xml/28260371/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: CT Rsch Coord I Location: South San Francisco, CA The Clinical Trial Research Coordinator I (CTRC-I) is a novice level position which, under the clinical direction of the Principal Investigator (PI), assists in the operational and administrative research support of the Kaiser Permanente Northern California (KPNC) PI and KPNC Clinical Trials Operations Director or designee, and other research staff conducting multiple FDA-regulated clinical trials. This is a non-licensed position which works under the daily supervision of an experienced Clinical Trial Nurse, Clinical Trial Research Coordinator, and/or KFRI-designated, licensed clinical trial research staff member. Essential Functions: - With supervision, assist with preparation for inspections, audits and monitoring visits. - Maintain the security and confidentiality of participants' paper or electronic data. - Assist with scheduling participants for study assessments/visits, required tests including visit-specific laboratory kits and/or paperwork preparation. - Prepare packets for participants (e.g., instructions, phone numbers, calendars, diaries, etc.). - Assist with obtaining medical records and test results for all projects/participants. - With supervision and certification, perform packaging and shipping of protocol specimens to the Sponsor lab in accordance with IATA/DOT regulations and Sponsor shipping guidelines. - Direct issues requiring medical decision-making to the appropriate licensed staff member promptly. - Provide PI and/or Clinical Trial Nurse with the ongoing informed consent process by coordinating the current consent documents. - According to protocol and/or IRB-approved telephone script, collect and document research data in a timely manner, and report the information to the appropriate licensed staff member and PI for assessment. - Assist in the collection of protocol-required data with timely and accurate submissions as required by Sponsor (e.g., weekly screening log, routine electronic data submissions). - Under specific direction, assist with data entry of study activity onto a case report form (paper or electronic), and maintain a database program to track all study activity (i.e., study enrollment and consents). - Assist in maintaining research charts and site regulatory files. - Assist in ensuring that study-related, non-test article supplies are shipped and resupplied according to protocol, including tracking expiration dates. - Assist in obtaining protocol specific regulatory documents including MDs/RNs licenses and CVs. - Report any potential protocol violations/deviations to the PI in a timely manner. - Support the regulatory team in the maintenance and storage of critical documents required to be maintained and provided to the Sponsor during the conduct of the trial. - With supervision, assist in study closure activities including preparation and collection of close-out documentation, and preparation of study files for distribution to long-term storage. - With direction, communicate compliance and operational needs with internal and external parties, PI, KPNC Clinical Trials Operations Leader or designee, and KPNC Office(s) of Clinical Trial Compliance on an ongoing basis. - If applicable and with supervision, coordinate IRB communications (e.g., new protocols, amendments, continuing review applications, protocol violations, and adverse events) in accordance with departmental and KP policies and procedures. - Assume other duties as directed. Secondary Functions: - Responsible for assisting in the clinical trial RN screening potential patients for adult oncology clinical trials; abstracting medical information and putting on sponsor case report forms. - Send out all pathology, laboratory and radiology items required per protocol. - Assist in accurate data collection, and ordering all protocol requirements and obtaining results; preparation, collection, and shipment of all required protocol specimens. - Travel to other sites as needed for research activity/patient coverage. Attend National Research meetings as needed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical trials experience preferred. - Minimum AA degree or two (2) years of work experience in an ambulatory and/or acute health care setting required. LVN may be substituted for an AA degree. - Bachelor's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience. - Current BLS certification required. - Willingness to obtain IATA/DOT certification. - Demonstrate proficiency in medical terminology. - Satisfies requirements for career advancement/maintenance as defined by the Clinical Trial Career Ladder Program. - Knowledge of GCP, federal, state, and local regulations including HIPAA and KP policies and procedures. - Must be proficient in electronic health systems and databases used in research environment and word-processing or willingness to learn within three (3) months of hire. - Demonstrate organizational and communication skills. - Demonstrate written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. - Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy. - Ability to manage multiple tasks. - Demonstrate good prioritization and organizational skills. - Ability to be flexible and dependable. - Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams. - Present professional manner and appearance. - Demonstrated skill in administrative tasks i.e., filing, photocopying, faxing, etc. - Ability to work in a Labor Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous research experience desirable but not required. Medical terminology or experience in the medical field a plus. - Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively in multiple settings. Exhibited ability to set priorities and meet goals. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills,documentation skills. - Flexible, organized, detail oriented and tenacious in follow-through. Must possess the ability to work well under pressure. - Computer skills in WORD, Excell and internet preferred. - CPR-certified required. - Willing to abide by Good Clinical Practice Guidelines and all FDA regulations. NOTE: Must be willing and able to travel within the Northern California region with own dependable transportation. This job is in adult oncology. ++Expected Length of Employment: Contingent upon research funding ++2012-04-28 19:08:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133320CASouth San Francisco, CA28260370http://kp.jobs/xml/28260370/jobUSAVallejoTitle: CT Rsch Nurse I Location: Vallejo, CA The Clinical Trial Nurse I (CTN-I) is a novice level position which, under the guidance & supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) & clinical trials administrative management, assists in ensuring that the integrity & quality of the clinical trial(s) are maintained & conducted in accordance w/ federal, state & local regulations, Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals, & Kaiser Permanente (KP) policies & procedures. W/ direction from the PI, this position coordinates research activities as outlined in the Major Responsibilities below. This position is also responsible for protecting the health, safety, & welfare of research participants. Essential Functions: - The following is done w/ guidance from PI: Compliance w/ KPNC IRB approved protocols & Good Clinical Practice (GCP), federal, state, & local regulations, & KP policies & procedures. - W/ direction, assist w/ any internal/external compliance monitoring &/or audits & inspections to protect research participants, assure operational effectiveness of the program, & to reduce risks to the organization. - Utilize nursing skills to coordinate research-related activities (e.g., consenting, eligibility work up, scheduling study visits, assisting w/ nursing assessment of participants, adverse events, & data collection including laboratory & diagnostic studies). - Perform nursing procedures required in the protocol, & report all protocol violations/deviations & adverse events to the PI in a timely manner to ensure the health, safety & welfare of the participants. - Recruitment for potential participants. - Abstract data from source documentation onto case report forms (paper or electronic) in a timely manner. - Assist w/ study completion, resolution of data queries, data lock, study closeout, & archiving of study files. - Communicate & collaborate w/ study team including internal & external parties, Sponsors, PI, clinical trials administrative management, study participants, & KPNC Offices of Clinical Trial Compliance & Operations. - Assist others w/ the maintenance of systems & resources for the effective communication & submission of required documentation to the IRB. - Participate w/ PI & KFRI to identify & prioritize the development of clinical trials systems & infrastructure to maintain research quality & compliance at clinical trial sites. - No supervisory responsibilities. - Other duties as assigned by appropriate management. Secondary Functions: - Responsible for assisting in the informed consent process, screening potential patients for adult oncology clinical trials; assessing treatment patients for toxicities; dose modifications, and serious adverse events; patient/family/medical/nursing staff education; assist physicians' in tumor assessments of subjects as per protocol; assist in accurate data collection, and ordering all protocol requirements and obtaining results; preparation, collection, and shipment of all required protocol specimens. - Travel to other sites as needed for research activity/patient coverage. Attend National Research meetings as needed. This job is in adult oncology. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of recent clinical nursing experience in a hospital, clinic or similar health care setting required. (Bachelor's degree may be substituted for one (1) year work experience.). - Clinical trials research experience preferred. - Minimum of a diploma from an accredited nursing school required. - Valid RN license from the State of California. - Must be proficient in electronic health systems & databases used in research environment, or willingness to learn & demonstrate proficiency within six months of hire. - Demonstrate effective written, verbal, & interpersonal communication skills. - Attention to detail & accuracy. - Ability to manage multiple tasks w/ time deadlines. - Demonstrate prioritization & organizational skills. - Proficient in medical terminology. - Demonstrate basic drug calculation skills. - Demonstrate problem-solving skills. - Demonstrate nursing competency skills per scope of practice (i.e., phlebotomy, performing vital signs, nursing assessments, urine dipstick reading, pregnancy test reading, performing EKG, etc.) w/ certification if applicable. - Other (specific to relevant therapeutic area). - Knowledge of GCP, federal, state, & local regulations including HIPAA & KP policies & procedures. - Ability to work in a Labor Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum of 2-3 years experience as a RN with 1 of the last 2-3 years in oncology required. Oncology -certified nurse a plus. Previous research experience desirable but not required. Phlebotomy skills a plus. - Ability to make and complete accurate patient assessments. Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively in multiple settings. - Exhibited ability to set priorities and meet goals. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have excellent documentation skills. Must be flexible, organized, detail oriented and tenacious in follow-through. Must possess the ability to work well under pressure. - Computer skills in WORD, Excell and internet preferred. Must be willing and able to travel within the Northern California region with own dependable transportation. ++ Expected Length of Employment: Contingent upon research funding ++2012-04-28 19:08:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133327CAVallejo, CA28260372http://kp.jobs/xml/28260372/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Data Database Analyst Location: San Francisco, CA This position assists in the analysis of the clients business and the development and integration of data and process models, process flows, and logical database designs. In addition, assists in the physical design, testing, implementation, maintenance, and control of the organizations data bases across multiple platforms, technologies (e.g., hierarchical, relational and object oriented), and computing environments (e.g., host based, distributed systems, client server). This position also assists in developing and maintaining the department's documentation standards and development process guidelines and tools. Essential Functions: - Assists in the identification and analysis of corporate business processes, the information flows and interfaces among them, and their transformation into data and process models. - Assists in the development of detailed data models in consultation with clients and staff. - Works closely with technical and client management to design and implement data bases and data bases support tools in support of complex business application development requirements and processes (e.g., diverse development platforms, technological environments, software, hardware, tools, etc.). - Monitors transaction activities and assists in optimizing the performance and utilization of data bases. - Responsible for the integrity and security of data in corporate data bases. - Participates in the analysis and resolution of issues related to information content, data integrity, integration, and database performance with clients and other Data Processing staff. - Assists in the development of standards and procedures affecting data and process modeling and documentation, and data base design, maintenance, and management. - Assists in the development of the corporate data architecture and related data architecture standards and conventions. Secondary Functions: Defines and frames complex issues and develops time tables/processes for decision making. Translates needs, issues, and ideas into effective strategies and action plans. Directs the collecting and analyzing of quantitative and qualitative data. Synthsizes analysis and identifies key findings. High level of comfort with computer systems, electronic health records, and database management required. Demonstrated level of commitment to the program. Demonstrated exceptional communication and interpersonal relationship skills with team members and non-provider staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous data processing experience including business analysis, data/process analysis, systems analysis, and programming in a DBMS environment. - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in a technical or analytical field or related field. - Strong understanding of the systems development process and its relationship to the needs of the business. - Knowledge of data and process analysis and database development technologies and tools. - Excellent analytical ability, consultative and communication skills, strong judgment, and the ability to work effectively with client and data processing managers and staff. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to function as a high level analyst creating dashboards and scorecards efficiently and in an automated manner. - Knowledge of Milliniem (Rilis), CompuRecord, Health Connect, Apollo (STS), SAS, and Clarity preferred.2012-04-28 19:08:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133330CASan Francisco, CA28260374http://kp.jobs/xml/28260374/jobUSAOaklandTitle: CT Rsch Nurse I Location: Oakland, CA The Clinical Trial Nurse I (CTN-I) is a novice level position which, under the guidance & supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) & clinical trials administrative management, assists in ensuring that the integrity & quality of the clinical trial(s) are maintained & conducted in accordance w/ federal, state & local regulations, Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals, & Kaiser Permanente (KP) policies & procedures. W/ direction from the PI, this position coordinates research activities as outlined in the Major Responsibilities below. This position is also responsible for protecting the health, safety, & welfare of research participants. Essential Functions: - The following is done w/ guidance from PI: Compliance w/ KPNC IRB approved protocols & Good Clinical Practice (GCP), federal, state, & local regulations, & KP policies & procedures. - W/ direction, assist w/ any internal/external compliance monitoring &/or audits & inspections to protect research participants, assure operational effectiveness of the program, & to reduce risks to the organization. - Utilize nursing skills to coordinate research-related activities (e.g., consenting, eligibility work up, scheduling study visits, assisting w/ nursing assessment of participants, adverse events, & data collection including laboratory & diagnostic studies). - Perform nursing procedures required in the protocol, & report all protocol violations/deviations & adverse events to the PI in a timely manner to ensure the health, safety & welfare of the participants. - Recruitment for potential participants. - Abstract data from source documentation onto case report forms (paper or electronic) in a timely manner. - Assist w/ study completion, resolution of data queries, data lock, study closeout, & archiving of study files. - Communicate & collaborate w/ study team including internal & external parties, Sponsors, PI, clinical trials administrative management, study participants, & KPNC Offices of Clinical Trial Compliance & Operations. - Assist others w/ the maintenance of systems & resources for the effective communication & submission of required documentation to the IRB. - Participate w/ PI & KFRI to identify & prioritize the development of clinical trials systems & infrastructure to maintain research quality & compliance at clinical trial sites. - No supervisory responsibilities. - Other duties as assigned by appropriate management. Secondary Functions: - Responsible for assisting in the informed consent process, screening potential patients for adult oncology clinical trials; assessing treatment patients for toxicities; dose modifications, and serious adverse events; patient/family/medical/nursing staff education; assist physicians' in tumor assessments of subjects as per protocol; assist in accurate data collection, and ordering all protocol requirements and obtaining results; preparation, collection, and shipment of all required protocol specimens. - Travel to other sites as needed for research activity/patient coverage. Attend National Research meetings as needed. This job is in adult oncology. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of recent clinical nursing experience in a hospital, clinic or similar health care setting required. (Bachelor's degree may be substituted for one (1) year work experience.). - Clinical trials research experience preferred. - Minimum of a diploma from an accredited nursing school required. - Valid RN license from the State of California. - Must be proficient in electronic health systems & databases used in research environment, or willingness to learn & demonstrate proficiency within six months of hire. - Demonstrate effective written, verbal, & interpersonal communication skills. - Attention to detail & accuracy. - Ability to manage multiple tasks w/ time deadlines. - Demonstrate prioritization & organizational skills. - Proficient in medical terminology. - Demonstrate basic drug calculation skills. - Demonstrate problem-solving skills. - Demonstrate nursing competency skills per scope of practice (i.e., phlebotomy, performing vital signs, nursing assessments, urine dipstick reading, pregnancy test reading, performing EKG, etc.) w/ certification if applicable. - Other (specific to relevant therapeutic area). - Knowledge of GCP, federal, state, & local regulations including HIPAA & KP policies & procedures. - Ability to work in a Labor Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum of 2-3 years experience as a RN with 1 of the last 2-3 years in oncology required. Oncology -certified nurse a plus. Previous research experience desirable but not required. Phlebotomy skills a plus. - Ability to make and complete accurate patient assessments. Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively in multiple settings. - Exhibited ability to set priorities and meet goals. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have excellent documentation skills. Must be flexible, organized, detail oriented and tenacious in follow-through. Must possess the ability to work well under pressure. - Computer skills in WORD, Excell and internet preferred. Must be willing and able to travel within the Northern California region with own dependable transportation. ++ Expected Length of Employment: Contingent upon research funding ++2012-04-28 19:08:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133332CAOakland, CA28260375http://kp.jobs/xml/28260375/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Ambulatory Care Pharmacist - Grade 15 (OAK-201913) Location: Oakland, CA Under indirect supervision, provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services using approved protocols in collaboration with other health professional, including managing patient drug therapy, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Promotes high quality, evidence-based, cost-effective pharmaceutical care. Performs these duties in the clinical areas assigned. Essential Functions: - Under the direction of the Department manager or designee, promotes rational and cost-effective Inpatient and Outpatient drug therapy through close participation in the drug therapy decision-making process with assigned physicians and other medical personnel. - Provides direction to Pharmacist Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians, and other non-licensed personnel. - Conducts patient medication history inquiries upon referral from physicians and other medical personnel. - Given a diagnosis, synthesizes a treatment plan, which may include drug therapy and lifestyle modifications, and transition within the continuum of care settings. - Identifies, resolves, and prevents potential and actual medication-related problems including: untreated indications, improper drug selection, sub-therapeutic dosage, overdose, failure to receive medication, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, and medication without indication. - Under protocol, initiates, adjusts, monitors, and recommends changes in drug therapy based on information obtained through patient interviews, objective monitoring parameters, review of drug profiles and the patient medical record. - Coordinates and interprets laboratory monitoring of drug therapy, including serum drug levels, electrolytes, and other approved drug-related laboratory testing. - Provides patient monitoring for the purpose of evaluating and optimizing patient outcomes, drug utilization and patient compliance, detecting and/or minimizing ADR's, eliminating unnecessary drug use and duplication. - Provides patient education related to the individual's disease state, including predictable actions, side effects, reasons for proper compliance, and any special instruction. - Assure ongoing performance improvement of the pharmaceutical care services provided. - Provides education to providers and staff via presentations, newsletters, formal utilization reviews, and one-on-one interactions. - Performs other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - B.S. in Pharmacy required. - Pharm.D. preferred. - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License. - Successful completion of a clinical pharmacy residency (with emphasis in Ambulatory Care) preferred, or possess the equivalent clinical experience in direct patient care delivery. - Must be able to obtain an NPI # within one (1) month in position. - American Heart Association approved Basic Life Support (BLS) card preferred for existing incumbents. - Current BLS card required for new hires effective 12-20-09. - ACLS certification may be required in some areas. - Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease states, and related information for a medical management plan. - Working knowledge of aseptic technique and preparation of sterile IV products and chemotherapy agents. - Knowledge of emergency medications and drug monitoring. - Understanding of drug utilization review and drug usage evaluation. - Knowledge of Federal and State laws & regulations regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services. - Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to operate the pharmacy computer system(s) and other equipment. - Must be able to input prescription labels. - MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BACKGROUND CHECK. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Sun - Sat, 40 hours a week, variable shift; may include working weekends, evenings, nights, days and holidays.2012-04-28 19:08:24United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132135CAOakland, CA28260364http://kp.jobs/xml/28260364/jobUSANapaTitle: Stationary Engineer - Grade 25 Location: Napa, CA Under the direction of the Chief or Assistant Chief Engineer, performs activities concerned w/ design, construction, modification, & maintenance of equipment & machinery in medical center facility. Under limited supervision, ensures efficient & reliable operation of all machinery, including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, heating, & air conditioning systems within the Medical Center. Essential Functions: - Under general supervision, performs tasks in support of physical plant, equipment/systems & operations, including life support & life safety equipment. - May be required to work in emergencies during off hours & on weekend shifts. - Performs inspection & adjustment of equipment. - Reads & interprets blueprints, specifications, operation & maintenance manuals, & other documents to determine proper operation. - Troubleshoots & problem solves under normal & abnormal situations. - Operates, adjusts, & analyzes various pieces of physical plant equipment through use of computers & microprocessor-based devices. - Tests newly installed machines & equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications. - Performs other duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) + years of related experience &/or training. - Journeyman level field service experience in industrial electrical &/or refrigeration. - Engineering background in acute care hospital preferred. - High School Diploma/GED. - Valid California Drivers License. - CFC Certificate preferred (required for HVAC and Refrigeration only). - Working knowledge & ability to perform duties of all trade classifications including electrical, plumbing, carpentry & HVAC. - Must possess a working knowledge of medical gas distribution & alarm systems, water treatment, steam systems, refrigeration, compressors, pumps, electric motors, & variable frequency drives. - Understanding of preventive maintenance & work order system, preferably MP2. - Competency to operate microprocessor based devices. - Capable of performing maintenance, troubleshooting, & repair of HVAC equipment (including chillers & boilers), electrical distribution, & operating room equipment. - Ability to read & comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, & memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one & small group situations to customers, clients, & other incumbents of the organization. - Ability to regularly lift & /or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift &/or move up to 100 pounds. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-28 19:08:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131738CANapa, CA28260363http://kp.jobs/xml/28260363/jobUSAPetalumaTitle: CONTACT LENS FITTER [BR-14(12)] Location: Petaluma, CA Under the Branch manager's direct supervision with technical review by the ordering Optometrist, is responsible for fitting both rigid and soft contact lenses using an approved spectacle prescription. Essential Functions: - Measurement of corneal curvature by use of a keratometer; selection of lens size; inspection of fit through the introduction of fluroscein and the use of a Burton Lamp and/or slit lamp. - Training patients, individually or in groups, in the proper procedure for wear and care of daily and extended wear contact lenses. - Receives and inspects contact lenses. - Maintains and reorders stock. - Rotates solution. - Refers for conditions that deviate from the norm, completes necessary records and requests future appointments as necessary. - Make available to patients, pertinent literature and associated contact lens products. - As applicable, is responsible for the sale of sunglasses to contact lens patients. - May also be required to perform spectacle dispensing and related activities. - As pathological conditions are observed, refers patients to the Ophthalmologist or Optometrist for care. - Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs. - Completes vendor order card for trial lenses and sends to the Regional Customer Service Center. - Completes vendor order form to accompany prescription card to Regional Contact Lens Department. - Receives contact lenses from supplier as appropriate. - Checks the specifications of the lenses and the charges for accuracy. - Make future appointments when necessary. - Completes all appropriate forms, including Medi-Cal and Medicare insurance, etc. - Explains policies and procedures regarding refunds and lens replacement agreements to patients. - Performs customer service and floor coordinating duties. - Perform all other duties as required to ensure proper fit of contacts for patient satisfaction, including various clerical functions when necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of contact lens journeyperson or Technician II experience. - High School Diploma/GED. - NCLE (National Contact Lens Examiners) certification. - Typing at 25wpm.* - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Must be willing to travel 50 miles. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-28 19:08:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130866CAPetaluma, CA28260362http://kp.jobs/xml/28260362/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing [Pk132] Location: Santa Rosa, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum ofsix (6)months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - MED/SURG - Six (6)months recent (within the last three (3) years) experience in an acute care setting. Training in chemotherapy, neurosurgery, telemetry or other specialties may be required once hired. Basic Arrhythmia recognition skills may be required once hired. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within six (6) months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-28 19:08:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128069CASanta Rosa, CA28260355http://kp.jobs/xml/28260355/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Java Integration Developer Location: Pleasanton, CA The Enterprise Integration Services/SOA (EIS/SOA) Team is responsible for End-to-End Management of Kaiser Permanente (KP) systems integration projects. The team manages client engagements and delivers components that provide enterprise-wide integration solutions throughout the Care Delivery, Health Plan, Business Infrastructure, and HealthConnect portfolios. Work products include direct project management and on-going relationship management for all KP Business Information Office Portfolios (BIOs). The organization drives the successful delivery of integration products from definition through production support. The Integration Developers who make up this group analyze the integration requirements, message structures, and data processing needs in order to develop the proposed integration solution. Work products include integration components, unit testing and testing support for the EIS/SOA organization. The Integration Developer - Consultant Specialist is a seasoned engineer, primarily responsible for developing integration solutions, troubleshooting issues and assisting with code reviews to ensure the optimal solution has been delivered. This individual will leverage their knowledge of industry best practices and KP infrastructure to continually improve internal development procedures and standards. As needed, this individual may assist other developers with development challenges and be called upon to assist with critical troubleshooting and bug resolution. When needed, the senior may provide input to solution designs and communicate technical details to business partners. Seniors apply industry best practices regarding Service Oriented Architectures and system modeling in order to satisfy business and technical requirements by developing a reusable, manageable, and cost-effective integration framework. Responsibilities - Perform hands on development of integration solutions on a variety of platform - Research and resolve technical issues and recommend appropriate interventions/modifications as needed - Ensure work processes and products meet KP IT standards - Conduct root cause analysis to prevent reoccurrence of issues - Assist development of the EIS/SOA reference architectures and patterns - Recommend integration best practices and assist with system modeling Qualifications: Basic/Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - 10 years of progressive IT experience, with demonstrated success in software design or development of large, complex applications preferably in health plans or managed care organizations. - 7 years experience with Java, J2EE, Web App Server (preferably WAS 6/7), Web Services, WSDL, XML. - 7 years experience developing Top down XML driven Web Services using industry standard frameworks JAX-WS or Spring-WS with eclipse based IDE (RAD 7). - 5 years experience using frameworks such as log4j. - 4 years experience with WS testing tools SoapUI, VuGen or SoapScope. - Strong hands on experience with XML manipulation techniques like JAXB - Thorough understanding of WSSecurity.. Preferred Qualifications - Experience developing RESTful services is HUGE plus. - Experience with Healthcare and/or insurance industry and/or implementation of HealthCare or Insurance systems. - Excellent written and verbal communication, consulting and presentation skills at all levels of management. - Demonstrate a high level of judgment and risk taking to make appropriate decisions for diverse, sophisticated and undefined issues; - Ability to work effectively under aggressive deadlines and in challenging settings. - Experience working in large organizations with cross-departmental teams. - Customer service and results oriented while maintaining a team focus approach. - Excellent problem-solving, strategic and systems analysis and complex decision making skills.2012-04-28 19:07:03United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133471CAPleasanton, CA28260332http://kp.jobs/xml/28260332/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Executive Director, CA ClaimsConnect, KPIT Location: Pasadena, CA The Executive Director, CA ClaimsConnect is responsible for leading the IT strategy and implementation associated with Ca Claims Encounter and Strategy program within the Health Plan Business Information Office.Key to success is the ability to communicate complex technical subjects clearly and simply, and to collaborate with business and IT peers to implement technology solutions.This Executive Director will manage a team of approximately 30 staff, 50+ contractors and matrixed staff from the IT supplier teams and is responsible for the development of the staff within their span of control.Total program budget responsibilities are $158M. This leader is responsible for ensuring the successful installation and implementation of a claims technology platform that supports all regions. The end-state technology will receive and adjudicate all referrals, authorizations, hospital, and professional claims, and all internal encounters. The technology suite must be in full compliance with all regulations and accreditation standards related to the management of Claims operations, and are fully implemented by the ICD-10 compliance deadline (10/1/2013). This position is accountable for ensuring an enterprise; scalable solution is implemented, rather than individual claims systems with regional variation. Essential Functions: - Execution and delivery of the CA Claims platform - Manage the overall integrated plan for the program (level 2 and level 3) - Manage and resolve risks, issues and change requests associated with the program - Conduct rapid design processes with the national and regional teams to develop the high-level design and requirements. - Identify the IT team requirements and obtain the necessary resources. - Develop the information technology conceptual models for the system changes that will be necessary to implement the design. - Provide solution design and consulting to the program to assist in developing systems options. - Manage the work of system integrators and dispute resolution. - Oversee the development of changes performed by other IT groups. - Oversee the development of test processes and requirements and provide management and quality assurance over the test processes performed by other IT groups, system integrator, and/or vendor. - Ensure procedures and tools required to monitor, manage and report progress on the program are in place. - Work with other national initiatives to coordinate requirements for systems changes and release schedules. - Work with regional IT leadership to determine their ability to modify systems to meet program requirements and help supply resources to regions that need additional IT support to achieve these goals - Manage program financials. - Consult with business partners on clear definition of business problems, idea assessments, solution identification and alternatives, solution planning, and funding estimates to ensure a successful and productive relationship. - Align CA ClaimsConnect project requirements and deliverables with other national initiatives to ensure projects support each other effectively. - Align timelines with the ROC ClaimsConnect program. - Team with ROC ClaimsConnect program team and Executives to ensure platform standardization. - Manage overall communications and interface relationships with and between the business partners and other IT organizations. - Plan, manage, and monitor all business partner issues and system enhancement requests; negotiate and create deliverable commitments and resolve issues in ways that are mutually satisfactory to the business partners and the IT organization. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BS degree in engineering, computer science or related technical field. - A strong and proven IT business leader who understands and leads technology's application for driving real business value. - Minimum of 20 years of progressive IT experience in roles of increasing responsibility; expertise in complex, large project implementations across various business units and regions. - Recent experience as the leader of large packaged software installation programs. - We expect a track record of solid leadership experience and background in negotiating commitments to achieve long-term partnerships including extensive system integrator/vendor experience, a broad understanding of the software delivery processing including IT financial planning and budgeting experience, and understanding of the healthcare/plan industries. - A proven solutions leader is needed who leads by example through strong personal leadership and conviction, possesses consensus building skills and a true team orientation, and displays impeccable interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated ability to achieve project and performance outcomes through others. - A strong team player is required who is willing to partner and engage with the business operating leadership to deliver substantive, business value-add to the operations. - Proven ability to balance execution of the strategic vision through leadership and delegation, with a willingness and competence to dive into the details as required. - Proven ability to develop dynamic, constructive working relationships and partnerships with operational, technological, and physician partners. - Strong knowledge of industry standard health plan applications and infrastructure with a focus on provider contracting, claims, revenue cycle, benefits management, and technology. - Senior level program and project management experience in achieving results through others in a complex matrix organization. - Proven team leader and the ability to problem-solve and negotiate with multiple internal customers. The ability to plan, coordinate and drive action to timely completion despite some level of ambiguity. - Knowledgeable, experienced and successful thought leader, with depth of knowledge regarding most aspects of health insurance/health plan administration. - Successful experience leading and managing large complex projects, affecting multiple stakeholders and applications. - Ability to influence and persuade at all levels of the organization through large group presentations as well as individual and small group communications. Ability to gain confidence and support of customers. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's level graduate degree and/or MBA preferred. Additional senior-level leadership experience in IT operations and engineering is strongly preferred. - Experience in health plan systems is desired. - Recent experience as the leader of large packaged software installation programs, preferably claims. - A professional services consulting, and/or software development and delivery background in large complex environments is desirable. Additionally, proven experience should include success in multi-disciplinary leadership capability, ability to grow and develop high performance teams that are geographically dispersed within a matrixed organization and a customer focus are desired. - Successful experience leading and managing large complex projects, affecting multiple stakeholders and applications, preferably in a multi-regional or multi-business unit organization.2012-04-28 19:06:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133548CAPasadena, CA28260318http://kp.jobs/xml/28260318/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Executive Director, Production Support ClaimsConnect, KPIT Location: Oakland, CA The Executive Director, Production Support is accountable for the development, integration, maintenance and delivery for the ClaimsConnect platform and the ClaimsConnect product. The Executive Director has day-to-day contact with the CA and ROC Executive Directors, business partners, internal BIO and external BIO representatives as well as shared service organizations to plan, deliver and support on application related projects, production support, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Executive Director is also responsible for building an internal team that will be responsible for the ongoing maintenance and development of the Xcleys product. This includes but is not limited to creating a strategic roadmap, building both federal and state capabilities. This Executive Director will manage a team of approximately 60 staff, 20+ contractors and matrixed staff from the IT supplier teams and is responsible for the development of the staff within their span of control. Total program budget responsibilities are $10M. Essential Functions: This position will have primary responsibility for: - Day-to-day contact with sub portfolio peers and external peers to ensure availability of ClaimsConnect applications. - Ensure SLA's are met for ClaimsConnect applications. - Derive metrics to show improvement and track progress for all ClaimsConnect applications. - Vendor management. - Planning application releases and release content, annual planning and budgeting process for the sub portfolio applications. - Directs a team of Directors and their teams across multiple regions to ensure quality product is developed and maintained. - Works closely with sub-portfolio Testing Leaders to improve testing strategy and approach. - Engage with business partners and Product/Program manager to create Claims roadmap. - Develop depth in team to ensure levels of SME is deep to meet pipeline needs. - Be creative and innovative to define resources requirements. - Manage offshore teams effectively. - Work across the sub portfolio to ensure project demands are met. - Be involved in finalizing the solutions crafted for Claims initiatives. - Be accountable for solutions created in this sub portfolio. - Ensure best practices for application development are introduced, applied and adhered to. - Strategic implementation of industry technologies and process's as appropriate. - Thinking outside box. - Model the appropriate behavior and leadership this role warrants. - Conduct performance management for the entire Claims development group. - Mentor and develop staff members. - Serve as an ambassador for the both the Claims sub portfolio and HP BIO organization. - Create department goals and objectives. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BS degree in engineering, computer science or related technical field. - Minimum of 20 years of progressive IT experience in roles of increasing responsibility; expertise in complex, large project implementations across various business units and regions. - Recent experience as the leader of large packaged software installation programs. - We expect a track record of solid leadership experience and background in negotiating commitments to achieve long-term partnerships including extensive system integrator/vendor experience, a broad understanding of the software delivery processing including IT financial planning and budgeting experience, and understanding of the healthcare/plan industries. - A proven solutions leader is needed who leads by example through strong personal leadership and conviction, possesses consensus building skills and a true team orientation, and displays impeccable interpersonal skills. - Demonstrated ability to achieve project and performance outcomes through others. - A strong team player is required who is willing to partner and engage with the business operating leadership to deliver substantive, business value-add to the operations. - Proven ability to balance execution of the strategic vision through leadership and delegation, with a willingness and competence to dive into the details as required. - Proven ability to develop dynamic, constructive working relationships and partnerships with operational, technological, and physician partners. - Strong knowledge of industry standard health plan applications and infrastructure with a focus on provider contracting, claims, revenue cycle, benefits management, and technology. - Senior level program and project management experience in achieving results through others in a complex matrix organization. - Proven team leader and the ability to problem-solve and negotiate with multiple internal customers. The ability to plan, coordinate and drive action to timely completion despite some level of ambiguity. - Knowledgeable, experienced and successful thought leader, with depth of knowledge regarding most aspects of health insurance/health plan administration. - Successful experience leading and managing large complex projects, affecting multiple stakeholders and applications. - Ability to influence and persuade at all levels of the organization through large group presentations as well as individual and small group communications. Ability to gain confidence and support of customers. - Collaborative style with ability to engage multiple diverse stakeholders with differing views including physicians and senior executives. - Ability to see and understand end to end processes, cross boundary dependencies and 'down stream' effects. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's level graduate degree and/or MBA preferred. Additional senior-level leadership experience in IT operations and engineering is strongly preferred. - Experience in health plan systems is desired. - Recent experience as the leader of large packaged software installation programs, preferably claims. - A professional services consulting, and/or software development and delivery background in large complex environments is desirable. Additionally, proven experience should include success in multi-disciplinary leadership capability, ability to grow and develop high performance teams that are geographically dispersed within a matrixed organization and a customer focus are desired. - Successful experience leading and managing large complex projects, affecting multiple stakeholders and applications, preferably in a multi-regional or multi-business unit organization.2012-04-28 19:06:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133550CAOakland, CA28260319http://kp.jobs/xml/28260319/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Woodland Hills, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.2012-04-27 18:57:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132621CAWoodland Hills, CA28237988http://kp.jobs/xml/28237988/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Occupational Therapist-PD Location: Anaheim, CA . Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum with a Bachelors or Masters degree with certification in occupational therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice occupational therapy by the State of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - One (1) year pedriatric experience. - Pediatrics, NICU, and general OT experience. Notes: - May be requested to work at other locations as well as weekend hospital rotations. - Scheduled hours and days may change to meet department needs.2012-04-27 18:57:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133074CAAnaheim, CA28237989http://kp.jobs/xml/28237989/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Occupational Therapist-PD Location: Irvine, CA . Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum with a Bachelors or Masters degree with certification in occupational therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice occupational therapy by the State of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - One (1) yearOccupational Therapyexperience. - Pediatrics, NICU, and general OT experience. Notes: - May be requested to work at other locations as well as weekend hospital rotations. - Scheduled hours and days may change to meet department needs.2012-04-27 18:57:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133076CAIrvine, CA28237990http://kp.jobs/xml/28237990/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Physical Therapist - PD Location: Anaheim, CA . Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a Bachelors or Masters or Doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - One (1) year physical therapist experience. - Neuro, ortho, and general physical therapy experience Notes: - May be requested to work at other locations as well as weekend hospital rotations. - Scheduled hours and days may change to meet department needs.2012-04-27 18:57:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133082CAAnaheim, CA28237991http://kp.jobs/xml/28237991/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Physical Therapist - PD Location: Irvine, CA . Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a Bachelors or Masters or Doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - One (1) year physical therapist experience. - Neuro, ortho, and general physical therapy experience Notes: - May be requested to work at other locations as well as weekend hospital rotations. - Scheduled hours and days may change to meet department needs.2012-04-27 18:57:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133083CAIrvine, CA28237992http://kp.jobs/xml/28237992/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Informatics Prac Spec II Location: Woodland Hills, CA The Informatics Practice Specialist II provides leadership, direction, and consultation in the planning, development, implementation, optimization, and evaluation of KP Health Connect (KPHC) Clinical Informatics efforts and other clinical systems. Provides expertise and support in the development and implementation of nursing applications. Partners with Information Technology, Nursing, QRM, medical and operational leaders to ensure existing and future information systems facilitate clinical practice, delivery of safe patient care and are consistent with clinical practice standards and aligned with federal, state, and local regulations. Essential Functions: - Collaborates and partners with Medical Center leaders, other Service Directors, and key stakeholders (e.g. Quality, PCS, IT) in identifying and implementing innovative models and best practices within clinical information systems. - Advocates use of KPHC/other clinical systems and directs development and implementation of changes to improve quality, care experience, and efficiency across the continuum of care. - Represents patient care services informatics needs at local and regional KPHC and other clinical system domains, governance committees, and other medical center workgroups. - Manages clinical systems to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction with emphasis on customer service and highest standards of quality and innovation. - Provides program planning, management and consultative services in areas of clinical education: training; development; and continuous learning. - Collaborates with medical center leaders to identify training needs for nursing staff in existing and new applications. - Aligns clinical education/development services/programs with current and future needs for a competent professional workforce. - Provides coaching and consultative services to clinical leaders to analyze/diagnose/solve clinical performance problems. - Conducts ad hoc training, and ensures appropriate utilization of KPHC and other clinical systems. - Provides leadership and technical advice related to KPHC, process and workflow design, data management and related processes. - Works in partnership with leadership and staff to translate nursing requirements into specifications for nursing information systems. - Evaluates the impact the information systems have on user workflow; identifies workflow and process changes that will enhance the use of nursing and clinical information systems. - Coordinates and facilitates on-going KPHC evaluation including: user accuracy, data integrity, and system reliability. - Develops and implements action plans as needed to support user accuracy, data integrity and system reliability. - Participates in post implementation change evaluation and supports users in maintaining changed processes. - Manages the impact of KPHC changes on the delivery of patient care and member services, including escalating change requests, planning upgrades, facilitating planned downtime, communicating changes to end users, and leadership - Participates in interdisciplinary and process improvement teams to identify potential future uses for KPHC/other clinical systems and potential improvements in the current use of the systems. - Maintains up-to-date knowledge of trends and advances in the field of Nursing and Healthcare Informatics, nursing practices, and regulatory standards. - Informatics Specialist may manage a team. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) to seven (7) years of substantial nursing experience in patient care. - Masters degree required in related field. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BCLS required in hospital settings. - American Nursing Credentialing Center certification in Informatics Nursing will be required within three (3) years. - Managed locally by the Nurse Staffing Office or Nurse Executive. - Demonstrated leadership qualities. - Demonstrated expertise in clinical informatics and KPHC or similarly integrated electronic medical record. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. - Demonstrated knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, and federal regulations. - Demonstrated knowledge of clinical education requirements, standards, and practices. - Demonstrated knowledge of performance improvement practices. - Proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel. - Project management skills preferred.2012-04-27 18:57:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131907CAWoodland Hills, CA28237985http://kp.jobs/xml/28237985/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Graduate Intern, Enterprise Shared Services Location: Oakland, CA Job Title: Graduate Intern, Enterprise Shared Services Job Location: Oakland, One Kaiser Plaza Internship Profile: - Summer position, full time (Duration) - Graduate Department Function: Kaiser Permanente's Enterprise Shared Services organization drives integrated, standardized and scalable processes that allow us to enhance the member experience and provide capabilities that meet evolving business needs. Projects or Responsibilities: - Develop expertise regarding operating model; the intern will become familiar with each area of the operating model framework - Research for comparison of other entities shared services execution and modeling - Analysis and assessment of each functional organization target for alignment into the Shared Services operating model. - Model, analyze and assess functional performance metrics and create presentation that illustrate findings - Assess changing business environments and understand impacts of integration, standardization, technology and performance. - Assist in the integration of analysis and context into service levels and goals/results - Work on / research related topics involving the national Enterprise Shared Services work and develop relationships with key stakeholders and peers. Competencies and skills the intern will have learned/developed at the end of the internship: An understanding of KP shared services environment, current state of target functional areas and the value of integration and standardization of process and services Experience with shared services initiatives; focusing on people, process and technology to drive change The intern will also develop competencies regarding navigating in a complex, matrix organization, and how KP can be the employer of choice when the graduate program is completed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate Student in Business Administration - Previous work experience in a large corporate environment. - Analytical, relationship building, and interpersonal skills are essential. - Demonstrates ability to independently conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analysis. - Ability to create Powerpoint presentations - Working knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint (preferred but not required - Working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint; - Leadership potential. - Must be able to function with minimal supervision.2012-04-27 18:56:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133413CAOakland, CA28237962http://kp.jobs/xml/28237962/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Financial Consultant HPO Location: Oakland, CA Finance responsibility for Health Care Reform across multiple MSSA departments, including financial planning, project reporting, business case support, presentations to senior management, and financial consulting. Full service finance support to Strategic Market Planning and HCR Exchanges. Other projects and analyses related to Health Care Reform or Health Plan Operations departments. Essential Functions: Under leadership of VP Finance, MSSA: - Communicate with each MSSA leader about their Health Care Reform (HCR) needs and associated dollars in various budget categories. - Analyze and consolidate information in different formats for different audiences - Identify overlaps and gaps and identify those items that are not Reform - Determine relative importance and priority of requests - Frame discussions for MSSA HCR Advisory committee about options, ranges of costs, and decisions and provide analysis as necessary - Serve as single point of contact for HCR staff and Advisory Committee - Coordinate with Directors of HPO-PO Finance, HPSA FP&A, and HPO-CA Finance, HPIT PAC Finance and others to - Ensure synchronization of identified HCR costs with functional budgets and expenses - Keep them informed about activities of MSSA HCR Advisory Group and staff - Advise of potential changes or issues Under leadership of Director, HPO-PO Finance: - Develop LRFP (Long Range Financial Plan), annual budget and quarterly forecasts in support of 3 senior leaders (SVPs) in HCR and FEHBP (Federal Employees Health Benefits Plan) in - both Program Office and the CA region. - Actively contribute to the overall planning and execution of the HPO-PO budget during the annual planning process for all functional areas. - Special projects as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Twelve (12) plus years financial analysis or related experience. - Four (4) year degree in related field or equivalent experience. - Advanced knowledge (broad expertise or unique knowledge) of policies, practices and systems. - Develops advanced concepts, techniques and standards. - Develops new applications based on professional principles and theories. - Viewed as functional expert in field within KP. - Applies advanced principles, theories and concepts. - Contributes to the development of innovative principles and ideas. - Employs expertise as a generalist or specialist. Preferred Experience: -Knowledge of Kaiser Permanente budgeting and accounting practices.2012-04-27 18:56:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132672CAOakland, CA28237958http://kp.jobs/xml/28237958/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Communications Specialist Location: Oakland, CA Develops & implements internal &/or external public relations & communications strategies, plans & programs in support of regional strategies & organizational goals. Communication plans & strategies incorporate wide range of stakeholders & audiences ensuring tailored communications & full perspective to successfully position organization. In addition, serves as project lead on high priority assignments/programs. Gives voice to the KP story internally, develops positive relationships w/ stakeholders, & protects & enhances the brand image & reputation of Kaiser Permanente and may manage communication strategy & implementation of large organizational initiatives serving as liaison to communication staff across the region & participating on cross-functional teams. Furthermore, may serve as back-up for manager, may serve as a spokesperson for organization. This is the third job in a three level Communication Specialist ladder and at this level, the communicator works on projects of complex & diverse scope where communication requires in-depth analysis. Projects assigned are broad in scope & may involve multiple functional areas or span across geographic areas. Communicator works w/ minimal supervision & exercises judgment within generally defined policies in developing & implementing strategies for results. Essential Functions: - Develops & implements communication strategies & plans, linking organizational goals w/ communication objectives, strategies, messages, & vehicles. - Researches, writes, edits articles, internal/external publications, & other communication documents. - Demonstrates ability to build & manage effective working relationships w/ internal stakeholder groups & individuals. - Applies strong project management & communication planning skills to the work as well as strong knowledge of the application of AP & KP stylebooks, Northern California strategy & business objectives, & organizational communication theory. - Collaborates w/ colleagues in regional departments & areas; may serve as a liaison to multiple geographic areas or coordinate work across the region for local implementation. - Provides internal communications support surrounding internal or external crisis situations that require expedient dissemination of information to leadership & employees, partnering w/ Public Affairs department colleagues. - May lead communications in crisis situations. - Coordinates w/ media relations staff in support of organizational objectives & reputation management as needed. - May share on-call media pager duty. - May serve as spokesperson to internal & external audiences. - May manage & recruit staff or freelance workers. - Position requires travel throughout the Northern California region. Secondary Functions: - Collaborates with Division of Research colleagues to support internal and external communication needs. - Develops program and study deliverables for marketing communication efforts. - Works cross-functionally to assist with completion of newsletters, the annual report, brochures and other deliverables that convey the brand/reputation of the Division of Research. - Collaborates with regional and program colleagues to leverage communication assets into a variety of channels. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial (minimum 5 years) internal & external communication experience in a corporate, agency or health care setting w/ demonstrated results in communication strategy & planning - Web/intranet experience preferred - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in public relations, communications, journalism, or related field - Master's preferred - Knowledge of media & communication vehicles including print, radio, & electronic media - Excellent verbal communication, writing & editing skills, including strong communication planning expertise - Proven project management & organization skills - Able to link organization objectives to communication planning - Participatory style, high energy, & a bias for action - Adept at working collaboratively in a team environment while also displaying independence, initiative, & enterprise - Ability to maintain high productivity while balancing competing priorities & meeting strict deadlines - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Strong understanding of the health science peer-reviewed publication process. -Strong understanding of biomedical statistics enabling facile interpretation (for various audiences) of scientific literature. -Strong science writing background and skills. Experience (usually 7 years) writing on the science/healthcare beat. - Experience with organizing integrated communications efforts (print, online, video, etc.) - Proficient in a variety of word-processing and presentation software, database applications and publishing tools to produce online and off-line content. - Strong video production and editing skills. Strong web 2.0 skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal and team work skills. - Experience interacting with and bridging between non-technical and technical groups to implement cutting edge online communication efforts. - Working familiarity with web content management processes and workflows. Understanding and/or experience with online photojournalism products and tools, such as SoundSlides. - Understanding of web-based video delivery. -Technical skills appreciated: HTML, CSS,JavaScript, Content Mangagement Systems, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash, SoundSlides, WebTrends, etc. ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for2 years work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding ++2012-04-27 18:56:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133156CAOakland, CA28237931http://kp.jobs/xml/28237931/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Communications Specialist Location: Oakland, CA Develops & implements internal &/or external public relations & communications strategies, plans & programs in support of regional strategies & organizational goals. Communication plans & strategies incorporate wide range of stakeholders & audiences ensuring tailored communications & full perspective to successfully position organization. In addition, serves as project lead on high priority assignments/programs. Gives voice to the KP story internally, develops positive relationships w/ stakeholders, & protects & enhances the brand image & reputation of Kaiser Permanente and may manage communication strategy & implementation of large organizational initiatives serving as liaison to communication staff across the region & participating on cross-functional teams. Furthermore, may serve as back-up for manager, may serve as a spokesperson for organization. This is the third job in a three level Communication Specialist ladder and at this level, the communicator works on projects of complex & diverse scope where communication requires in-depth analysis. Projects assigned are broad in scope & may involve multiple functional areas or span across geographic areas. Communicator works w/ minimal supervision & exercises judgment within generally defined policies in developing & implementing strategies for results. Essential Functions: - Develops & implements communication strategies & plans, linking organizational goals w/ communication objectives, strategies, messages, & vehicles. - Researches, writes, edits articles, internal/external publications, & other communication documents. - Demonstrates ability to build & manage effective working relationships w/ internal stakeholder groups & individuals. - Applies strong project management & communication planning skills to the work as well as strong knowledge of the application of AP & KP stylebooks, Northern California strategy & business objectives, & organizational communication theory. - Collaborates w/ colleagues in regional departments & areas; may serve as a liaison to multiple geographic areas or coordinate work across the region for local implementation. - Provides internal communications support surrounding internal or external crisis situations that require expedient dissemination of information to leadership & employees, partnering w/ Public Affairs department colleagues. - May lead communications in crisis situations. - Coordinates w/ media relations staff in support of organizational objectives & reputation management as needed. - May share on-call media pager duty. - May serve as spokesperson to internal & external audiences. - May manage & recruit staff or freelance workers. - Position requires travel throughout the Northern California region. Secondary Functions: - Collaborates with Division of Research colleagues to support internal and external communication needs. - Develops program and study deliverables for marketing communication efforts. - Works cross-functionally to assist with completion of newsletters, the annual report, brochures and other deliverables that convey the brand/reputation of the Division of Research. - Collaborates with regional and program colleagues to leverage communication assets into a variety of channels. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial (minimum 5 years) internal & external communication experience in a corporate, agency or health care setting w/ demonstrated results in communication strategy & planning - Web/intranet experience preferred - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in public relations, communications, journalism, or related field - Master's preferred - Knowledge of media & communication vehicles including print, radio, & electronic media - Excellent verbal communication, writing & editing skills, including strong communication planning expertise - Proven project management & organization skills - Able to link organization objectives to communication planning - Participatory style, high energy, & a bias for action - Adept at working collaboratively in a team environment while also displaying independence, initiative, & enterprise - Ability to maintain high productivity while balancing competing priorities & meeting strict deadlines - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Strong understanding of the health science peer-reviewed publication process. -Strong understanding of biomedical statistics enabling facile interpretation (for various audiences) of scientific literature. -Strong science writing background and skills. Experience (usually 7 years) writing on the science/healthcare beat. - Experience with organizing integrated communications efforts (print, online, video, etc.) - Proficient in a variety of word-processing and presentation software, database applications and publishing tools to produce online and off-line content. - Strong video production and editing skills. Strong web 2.0 skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal and team work skills. - Experience interacting with and bridging between non-technical and technical groups to implement cutting edge online communication efforts. - Working familiarity with web content management processes and workflows. Understanding and/or experience with online photojournalism products and tools, such as SoundSlides. - Understanding of web-based video delivery. -Technical skills appreciated: HTML, CSS,JavaScript, Content Mangagement Systems, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash, SoundSlides, WebTrends, etc. ++ NOTE: This position is expected to continue for2 years work or pending continuation of grant/contract funding ++2012-04-27 18:56:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133158CAOakland, CA28237933http://kp.jobs/xml/28237933/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Sr Physical Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) Location: Sacramento, CA Provides independent physical therapy management of patients under the direction of the Rehabilitation Services Director or designee. Provides physical therapy services in specialized patient care clinics, and assists in the development, implementation and review of departmental patient care programs. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning for physical therapy. - Implements the treatment plan through direct treatment of the patient, delegates a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly reassesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patients towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Participates in appropriate and approved educational and clinical research activities in physical therapy. - Participates in specialized patient care clinics outside the department. - Assists in the development, implementation, and review of departmental patient care programs. - Performs other duties as needed in the areas of staff education, departmental operations, and departmental projects. Demonstrates on-going progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have at least two (2) years experience in physical therapy. - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in Physical Therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensed to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Certified Hand Therapist by the American Society Hand Therapist2012-04-27 18:56:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133192CASacramento, CA28237932http://kp.jobs/xml/28237932/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Medical Assistant - Grade 180 - Bilingual Spanish Location: San Francisco, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or designee. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department. - Records information in patients' medical record. - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. - Assists clinician with care of the patient. - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department. - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry. - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. - Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. - Takes accountability for own actions. - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. - Adheres to Attendance Policy. - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship. - High School Diploma or GED. - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. - BLS certification. - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. - Ability to use personal computer. - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information. - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. - Bilingual language skills required; Must be able to speak Spanish.2012-04-27 18:56:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131803CASan Francisco, CA28237922http://kp.jobs/xml/28237922/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Digital Imaging Librarian - Grade 3 Location: South San Francisco, CA Under the direction of the Radiology Director or designee is responsible for the accurate data entry and retrieval of patient record information from the PACS system at the local facility to meet the needs of the Radiology department's digital workflow. Uses Kaiser Permanente and department computer systems to review and reconcile inaccurate or misfiled patient record information, using established protocols and procedures. Essential Functions: - Responsible for organizing, reviewing, troubleshooting, pre-fetching, importing of outside studies. - Maintains other existing databases. - Forwards and retrieves legacy images. - Digitizes studies and associated paperwork. - Responsible for handling requests for copies, films and/or CD of patient records. - Responsible for reviewing quality assurance reports and resolving unread reports. - Responsible for maintenance and transmission of images and other patient records (i.e. exception resolution, registered images, digitizing and verifying patient information). - Exception resolution, including the merging, and editing of patient information and studies. - Prepare reports and summaries. - Answers telephone inquiries or requests from physicians, other health care professionals, patients and/or government/regulatory officials. - All other duties related to DIL functions to promote efficiency in patient care and excellence in service, including the ability to continue to manage legacy film workflows and functions. - Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience in Radiology related field preferred. - High School Education required or G.E.D Equivalent. - AA degree preferred. - Basic Windows-based personal computer skills, able to pass basic computer literacy test. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Skills testing:PC skills2012-04-27 18:56:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129724CASouth San Francisco, CA28237916http://kp.jobs/xml/28237916/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Staff Nurse II Float - Inpatient Nursing (10308) - 24/Night - Med/Tele Location: Walnut Creek, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - FLOAT POOL - Three years experience as a Staff Nurse and demonstrated certifications and competency in bed units of assignment as outlined below. - MED/SURG/TELEMETRY - Six months recent (within the last 3 years) experience in an acute care setting. Training in chemotherapy, neurosurgery, telemetry or other specialties may be required once hired. Basic Arrhythmia recognition skills are required. Current ACLS certification required within six months of hire. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule:11:00pm - 7:30am Week 1: Sun, Thurs, Fri Week 2:Mon, Tues, Sat This position will float for the Med/Surg/Tele department.2012-04-27 18:56:02United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia125365CAWalnut Creek, CA28237907http://kp.jobs/xml/28237907/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Programming Analysis Lead - Java Developer Location: Oakland, CA Job Summary: The scope of the Programming/Analysis family includes development and production support responsibilities. Development work is typically creating new programs/applications to support a business need. The process is typically project-based and involves all aspects of the project life cycle from inception to implementation. Essential Functions: 1.) Design, develop and maintenance of server side functionalities of Regional Application suite using Java, RAD and Web sphere application server environment. 2.) Troubleshoot deployment and production problems. 3.) Provide support for production issues. 4.) Architect the solution of new feature enhancements. 5.) Ensure Software design and code implementation meets coding standards and best practices, flexibility, configurability, reusability, testability, maintainability and scalability. 6.) Collaborate with Solution consultant, team lead and development manage, and business partner to translate the business requirements into a functional design documents. 7.) Participate in the agile pair programming and code review. 8) Create design documentation and drawings as required by CPDP. Qualifications: Basic Requirements: 1.) Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or 4 years of equivalent work experience. 2.) A minimum of 6 years of experience in development of new programs/application or maintaining and/or supporting existing programs/systems. 3.) 6+ years of technical experience in a fast paced, Information Technology Department consisting of a combination of staff and contractors. 4.) 6+ years of experience in Enterprise Java programming, RAD 7.5 Environment, SOA, Web services Development and Testing, SOAP UI, JMS, MQ Series, 5.) 6+ years in SQL, Stored Procedure and Database, preferably Oracle. 6.) 6+ years in UML and data modeling, working knowledge of Visio. 7.) Strong knowledge of JUnit. 8.) This developer will also need to be able to work independently with minimal direction Preferred Qualification: 1.) Experience with Ant Script development 2.) Working knowledge of HL7 interfaces. 3.) BlazeDS and Websphere Application Server experience 4.) Experience with ADOBE Flex and Flashbuilder 5) Troubleshooting and problem solving skills. 6) Experience with SVN source control system. 7.) Experience in Agile process and Methodologies 8.) Experience with Application Lifecycle management tools (Borland StarTeam, Caliber) 9.) Very strong communication skills (Ability to communicate one's ideas through their design) 10.) Experience working with various departments and a good team player. 11.) Intermediate Unix knowledge.2012-04-27 18:55:08United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128979CAOakland, CA28237879http://kp.jobs/xml/28237879/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Woodland Hills, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.2012-04-26 18:50:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132614CAWoodland Hills, CA28204818http://kp.jobs/xml/28204818/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Supervisor, Quality Control Audit Location: Los Angeles, CA Ensures the integrity of outside medical payments for the Organization through verification of the accuracy of data-entered information and by auditing service related information and invoice adjudication/payment for compliance with contract terms and Department and Regional Policies and Procedures. Essential Functions: - Supervises the Outside Medical Audit Group - Develops, modifies and implements the departmental audit procedures as they affect all aspects of outside referral payments - Ensures that audit staff tests payments for accuracy according to departmental policies and management guidelines - Traces sources of inaccuracies; reports and proposes remedial action to appropriate management - Ensures regular sampling of audits made by direct reports - Prepares formal statistical summaries to department manager of findings and recommendations Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of three (3) years of auditing or accounting experience - Previous supervisory experience - Prior experience in account payable and/or claims environment preferred - Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Business Administration or related field - Proficient knowledge of mainframe, on-line computer systems, personal computers and spreadsheet and word processing programs - Strong mathematical skills - Medical terminology and knowledge of medical billing practices - Good oral and written communication skills2012-04-26 18:50:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132967CALos Angeles, CA28204822http://kp.jobs/xml/28204822/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Dietitian I/II - PD Location: San Diego, CA Provides nutrition education & clinical services within established guidelines. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Participates in establishing department strategic goals and priorities. - Assesses member needs, establishes priorities, designs, develops, recommends, updates, implements, and evaluates programs, curriculum, materials (written and audiovisual), protocols, procedures, and standards for health/nutrition education. - Plans, participates, and evaluates community events and coordinates use of community resources as appropriate. - Implements nutrition care plans to include follow-up and referrals to government, community, and/or other Kaiser Permanente facilities for continuity of nutrition care. - Educates/counsels members, family, and caregivers regarding health and nutrition on an individual or group setting (classes). - Develops meal plans as appropriate to meet member's lifestyle, socio-economic background, age, culture, diagnosis, and religious affiliation. - Consults and educates physicians and other healthcare providers regarding member and population specific nutrition/health related issues. - Participates in multidisciplinary care teams and committees. - Collects data, plans, prepares, and implements reports for performance improvement and/or quality assurance audits. - Develops grants and proposals for health/nutrition programs - Plans, conducts, and evaluates in-service education programs for department staff, the multidisciplinary care team and physicians. - Individual Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT): Provides high quality, evidence-based, efficient, customer-focused MNT, including nutrition screening, assessment, care planning, and education for appropriate nutrition intervention. - Develops, implements, and monitors ongoing plan of care based on the screening and assessment of the patient specific nutrition care plans/education and based on the patient's age, nutrition and psychosocial status, diagnosis, cultural background, and religious affiliation. - Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Food/Nutrition or related field. - Must be a Registered Dietitian (RD), as confirmed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. - Pre-RDs may be considered if candidate has completed the Supervised Practice Program (SPP) for RDs, AND not more than six months has passed since completing the SPP, AND candidate has not previously failed the RD registration exam, AND candidate must become a RD within 6 months of completing the SPP to comply with California Law. - Previous usually one (1) year of experience in providing and coordinating health education services and/or hospital experience. - Previous individual, small group and large group/classroom training/teaching experience, preferred. - National Provider Pin number. - Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. - Demonstrates working knowledge of mainframe and personal computing systems. - Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications. - Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership Environment. PreferredQualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred - Master's degree preferred Notes: - This is a Per Diem, temporary position for approximately: 5/11/2012 - 10/11/2012 - Schedule varies according to meet department needs - Will travel to various MOB's - Positionmay be filled by Dietitian I or II2012-04-26 18:50:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131598CASan Diego, CA28204812http://kp.jobs/xml/28204812/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Staff RN - Hospital/ Relief Charge M114 P/T Day MS/Ortho Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting Notes: - Works as a relief charge RN - Works 'Non-Payday' weekends - Position Control # M1142012-04-26 18:50:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131664CASan Diego, CA28204814http://kp.jobs/xml/28204814/jobUSARiversideTitle: Specialty Unit Chg RN - Hospital Location: Riverside, CA Functions as a Lead of the healthcare team, coordinates departmental operations that ensure quality patient care in a safe, healing environment that is patient & family centered. Demonstrates responsibility & accountability for own professional practice. Has an appropriate clinical skill to be an expert resource. Is available & supportive to employees & understands priorities/needs of the department. Is a staff role model for professional nursing practice. May recommend to mgmt in efficient resource allocation by assuring appropriate patient assignments, staffing, & scheduling. Demonstrates performance consistent with the strategic plan of the organization & the KP nursing mission & values. Essential Functions: - Directs, reviews, assigns & organizes the work of at least three (3) or more employees, of which at least one (1) must be another RN. - Provides professional leadership & direction of department personnel in order to maintain efficient delivery of effective patient care. - Coordinates departmental operations & delegates tasks appropriately. - Is an excellent staff role model for professional nursing practice (e.g. RN/MD Collaborating for Outcomes, Just Culture, Quality, Service, Safety). - Supports & enhances the leadership skills of the staff RNs, LVNs & UAs/CNAs (& other ancillary staff as appropriate). - Acts as a resource, preceptor & mentor to new employees, registry, students, & other team members in department specific operations & patient care activities. - Collaborates with or refers to mgr/clinical nurse specialist/educator any outstanding issues or concerns on the unit. - Participates in activities related to patient flow, including admission & discharge processes. - Serves as a resource for clinical concerns, scope of practice & applicable state & federal regulations as well as operational concerns of providers & staff. - Possesses experience & skills to be a resource for providers, RNs, LVNs, USs/CNAs, (& other ancillary staff as appropriate). - Demonstrates flexibility in work schedule to meet the department demands of the day; facilitates & relieves staff breaks. - Actively involved in assigning, orienting, & precepting & coaching staff as needed. - Conducts audits & ensures that documentation reflects thorough assessments, incorporates physical & psychosocial findings, diagnostic tests, learning needs, barriers, multidisciplinary education plans & age appropriate care. - Provides input on employees' performance evaluations through daily observation & monitoring of performance. - Acts as a role model for staff regarding providing a patient care experience that exceeds members' expectations. - Coordinates smooth transition for patients across the care continuum. - Ensures support of the collaborative LMP environment through unit based teams (UBTs). - Identifies & supports staff professional/clinical development needs (i.e. certification, presentations, & reward/recognition). - Motivates staff to attain their fullest potential in improving performance, attendance, access, service & quality outcomes. - Lead/facilitate daily/shift multidisciplinary huddles. - Attends Charge Nurse Educational programs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Level II nursery or above or completion of KP Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. - Current NRP card required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. Notes: - Worksrotating weekends.2012-04-26 18:50:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia117343CARiverside, CA28204799http://kp.jobs/xml/28204799/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Area Director - Account Management (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Area Director - Account Management Oakland, CA Lead the Service Area Mid-Large Group existing sales team to achieve membership and margin targets. Leads the local existing sales team to execute established mid-large group strategy. Coordinates the efforts of the entire geographically-bases Sales & Account Management team to achieve Service Area membership and margin targets. Leads a Service Area market planning process, engaging and collaborating with Service Area Health Plan/Hospitals and Medical Group leadership. Represent Sales & Account Management in the Service Area and builds confidence in our capabilities and performance. Essential Functions: - Leads the mid-large existing sales team to execute established mid-large group strategy. - Leads a Service Area market planning process in collaboration with local Health Plan/Hospitals and Medical Group leadership. Position the organization by building external relationships with key customers and channels. - Collaborates on the development of account-specific strategies on key accounts, with the strategic accounts business line leadership and executive account managers. Use business line expertise and market intelligence to provide input to mid-large business line strategy. - Provide direction and hold staff accountable for book of business membership and margin targets. Identify resources needed for the sales team to achieve organizational performance goals. Conduct activities that enable staff to successfully manage change. Leads a Service Area Business - Use consistent enterprise-wide practices to hire the right people and provide consistent orientation. Create and model a coaching culture that supports continuous growth and development at all levels. Coach and develop staff using enterprise models and tools that enable continuous growth and development. Develop individual career paths and leadership opportunities for staff. Evaluate and provide substantial performance review input on all staff in the office. - Provide administrative management for geographically-based cross-functional team - Influence peers and decisions makers from other business lines to enhance processes and systems to meet customer needs. Provide overall direction and coordination of support resources for all Sales and Account Management housed and working in their geographic area of responsibility. Be a vocal advocate for all Sales and Account Management staff in their geographic area to ensure they are provided with the tools and resources required to effectively perform their jobs. - Form cross-functional teams of Sales and Account Management staff in their area to accomplish initiatives/goals that cut across business lines. - Develop and leverage partnership with Medical Group and the delivery system - Lead the ongoing effort to educate, inform and influence Service Area Medical Group and operations leadership about the marketplace and what Kaiser Permanente must do to be successful. - Lead a Service Area market planning process, engaging and collaborating with Medical Group and Service Area leadership. Build confidence of Service Area leadership in the direction, competence and performance of the Sales and Account Management organization. Coordinate the interactions of all Sales and Account Management staff in the Service Area with Service Area leadership. - Orchestrate the involvement of Service Area Medical Group and operations leadership with key purchasers and brokers. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or related field or equivalent years of related professional experience. - 5 years of sales management and broker business development experience in the health care industry. - Must possess and successfully demonstrate the required competencies of business acumen, strategic thinking, negotiation, influence, coaching, and problem solving skills; consultative selling skills. - Life license required or ability to obtain one within 120 days of hire date. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree or evidence of ongoing educational development highly preferred.2012-04-26 18:50:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133179CAOakland, CA28204793http://kp.jobs/xml/28204793/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Medical Audit Coordinator - RN (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Medical Audit Coordinator Oakland, CA The Medical Audit Coordinator reviews claims for services obtained outside of Kaiser facilities for compliance with health plan service agreement with members; identifies health plan claims with potential quality of care issues, continuity of care problems, or access issues at medical facilities; and audits hospital billings on site at non Plan provider facilities and negotiates successful resolution of claim. Essential Functions: - Provides clinical expertise to other departments such as Workers Comp., TPMG referrals, CSA/ MSA outside case management in areas related to hospital and physician billing practices and cost containment activities. - Works with legal department when indicated to resolve payment disputes. - The Medical Audit Coordinator serves as a consultant to CSA Continuing Care teams and case managers on issues of non-Plan pricing, billing problems, procedures and benefit compliance issues. Identifies opportunities for cost containment. Works with regulatory compliance for review of benefit. - Responsible for review of ICD-9, CPT codes, medical records, UB- 92 and HCFA forms as well as Kaiser Permanente internal systems (OTRS, Advice call logs). Determines if bills are payable or if additional information is needed. - Works with PRS staff as a resource for decision-making and medical terminology. - Plans, organizes daily work to meet compliance timeframe's. Provides feedback to manager to ensure work is within compliance. - Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization. - Decisions are made following State and Federal regulations related to provider reimbursement for claims, NCQA standards, Kaiser internal policies related to payment of out of Plan services. - Determines whether to pay claim or refer to an advisor based on clinical criteria related to emergency medical condition. - Payable claims are analyzed for correct contract interpretation, Medicare fee schedule interpretation, correct coding. - Analyzes information from multiple internal and external sources when reviewing a claim episode of care. - Assigns work based on regulatory compliance, staffing, staff skill level and competing priorities - The Medical Audit Coordinator serves as a consultant to CSA Continuing Care teams and case managers on issues of non-Plan pricing, billing problems, procedures and benefit compliance issues. - Works with interregional counterparts for matters of billing resolutions and clinical issues and with regulatory department regarding issues of compliance and interdepartmental review of benefit issues - Independently prioritizes work on hand based on compliance. - Expected that this position possess the ability to work with minimal direction from supervisor. - Has the authority to direct the work of others such as Project Analyst, to meet compliance dates. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program. - Current California RN license is required. - 5+ years clinical experience, preferably in critical care. - Ability to make timely and sound decisions, and act independently and negotiate successful resolution in difficult situations. - Proficient in the use of MS Applications (Excel, Access, Power Point), excellent ability with proprietary, mainframe processing systems and KP Technologies - Demonstrates understanding of medical terminology, ICD-9 coding, CPT coding principles - Knowledge of LMP required. - Strong customer service skills - Must understand DHS, Medicare, ERISA guidelines for payment of claims - Knowledge of state regulations pertaining to member and provider appeals rights required Qualified candidates must have the following skills: - Takes Accountability - Communicates Effectively - Focuses on the Customer - Collaborates - Drives for Results - Business Acumen - Makes Effective Decisions - Solves Problems through Planning & Analysis - Pays Attention to Detail2012-04-26 18:50:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133205CAOakland, CA28204796http://kp.jobs/xml/28204796/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sr Systems Analyst Location: San Diego, CA Reviews the scope and objectives of user requested system changes and business requirements. Validates the system functions as expected and ensures the application, and use of system optimizes business needs. This also can entail coordinating system installation with user departments to prevent any disruption from daily processing activities. Essential Functions: - Good understanding on testing principles and concepts. - Working knowledge or other related fields; project management, defect management, configuration management, change management, and release management. - Employs expertise as a generalist or specialist. - Uses professional concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve difficult and complex problems in creative and effective ways. - Develops test scenarios and scripts that match the business user's objectives to confirm system functions are met. - Executes tests, analyzes test results, and reports identified defects using Mercury Quality Test Director tool. - Follows-up on issues identified to ensure resolution is satisfactory prior to implementation into Production. - Develops test strategies and approaches that align with CSC user's needs as well as external applications and National corporate objectives. - Works with IT Development to ensure feasibility of design and clarify user's requirements. - Executes both a production shakedown and pre-implementation shakedown in the production environment and pre-production environment, respectively. - Also conducts shakedowns in production for non-FS release implementations to ensure FS applications are not impacted by other code/database deployments. - Instruct, guide or assist other technical professionals and demonstrate new on-line processes to business users. - Incorporates quality-related requirements and activities into overall project. - Analyzes production issues to determine if system applications are functioning as designed. - This includes logging and tracking production problems, re-creating problem in test environments to ensure validity of issue, reporting of issue in Remedy Management tool and determining resolution is obtained. - Monitors daily Production System processing, to verify activity is within normal processing volumes and provides status reports to management. - Identifies abnormal fluctuations activity and/or failure in Production batch processing and immediately reports any issues to ensure limited impact to customers and system users. - Supports business operations by monthly updates to the printed text in automated system generated letters. - This is done utilizing the IDenvironment Workstation and updating the M-Text language used to create these letters. - May also assist the business by querying production data and extracting the information in a report form. - To facilitate operational analysis. This is done using either File-Aid for DB2 , Query Management Facilities, and Business Objects. - Participates in designs and development of test cases. - Analyzes complex testing procedures and recommends actions to improve testing process. - Performs analysis that is diverse and very complex and works independently under general direction (i.e. writing queries). - May instruct, guide or assist other technical professionals and demonstrate new on-line processes to business users. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically requires a minimum of three (3)years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Working knowledge of network and communications software and knowledge/experience in creation of large scale technical project plans (M-Text, shakedown - FS & CAS). - Effective written and verbal communication skills with emphasis on technical writing and requirements documentation. - Reviews documentation, providing assistance in closing the gap. - Excellent organizational skills to coordinate and facilitate meetings, and manage testing assignments. - A thorough understanding or working knowledge of web browsers, web content management tools and personalization tools. - Knowledge of relational database technologies and how they relate to Oracle and SQL databases. - Understands complex departmental business system processes and business systems design documents to create test scenarios. - Develops test scenarios and scripts that match the business user's objectives to confirm system functions are met. - Understands the connections and relationships across functions for both internal and external business entities. - Proactively pursues increased knowledge (business and technical) and responsibility within multiple areas. - Coaches/mentors team members. - Provides input to performance appraisals and training needs for team members. - Cross-train peers and team members on each application and function. - Thorough knowledge of policies, practices and systems. - Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields.2012-04-26 18:50:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133195CASan Diego, CA28204794http://kp.jobs/xml/28204794/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Regional Core Measures Unit Specialist Location: Walnut Creek, CA Conducts abstraction for various work streams (core measures, etc.) by abstracting information from the electronic health record (KPHC) and entering the data into 3rd party core measure vendor. Regional position will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action when there is an abstraction question for the various work streams (core measures, etc.), and interface with regulatory and accrediting agencies as needed (JC, CMS, HSAG). Essential Functions: - Works independently with minimal supervision on KPHC medical record review to support regulatory reporting across the region. - Evaluates regional clinical documentation and records clinical data from KPHC based on strict abstraction guidelines. - Exercises independent judgment to derive appropriate interpretation of the Joint Commission core measures specifications in order to accurately represent KP care processes in the data. - Maintains open communication with teammates and local medical center staff regarding findings and learnings. - Makes key decisions regarding appropriate data collection methodology that are based on established specifications and protocols. - Recommends solutions towards improvement opportunities. - Leads and provides technical leadership to projects. - Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Communicate and collaborate with key regional stakeholders and facility multi disciplinary teams and providers on abstraction findings and problem solving for areas not performing at target. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Assesses project impact on the workforce. May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) plus years of experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Experience in conducting research, critically evaluate data, and recommend solutions preferred. - Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred. - Ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Good project management and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Consistently demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to customers, contracted providers, and vendors. - Familiarity with Medical Record terminology preferred. - Strong background in abstracting data and ability to recognize disease-specific workflows preferred. - Ability to work independently and interact with various levels of staff at the medical centers preferred. - Ability to adhere to project protocol and timelines preferred. - Able to handle charged issues and experience in conflict resolution preferred. - Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-26 18:49:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132968CAWalnut Creek, CA28204765http://kp.jobs/xml/28204765/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Consulting Data Analyst Location: Fresno, CA Under close supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing and reporting data. This position functions both as an analyst and as a statistical analytics programmer. Essential Functions: - Designs and enhances databases. - Designs menu systems that are effective and user-friendly. - Develops reports with accurate, easy to read, useful information. - Designs and generates tracking and monitoring tools. - Participates in the development of outcomes and process measures, including technical specifications, to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, and evaluation. - Maintains complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, and software written by self and others. - Tests and maintains data integrity. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - At least one (1) year programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, net or equivalent statistical analytical programming language. - Project management experience desirable. - Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems preferred. - Experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases preferred. - Analytical consulting experience preferred. - Bachelor of arts degree in economics, finance, health care administration, public health administration, statistics, mathematics, operations research, or related field required, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree. - Microsoft Office skills required. - Strong ability to apply analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. - Must be an independent self-starter. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-26 18:49:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132985CAFresno, CA28204767http://kp.jobs/xml/28204767/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Sr Consulting Data Analyst Location: Fresno, CA Under general supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing, and reporting data. This position functions both as a senior analyst and as a high-level statistical analytics programmer. Essential Functions: - Designs and enhances databases. - Designs effective and user-friendly menu systems. - Develops accurate, easy to read, and useful information reports. - Designs and generates tracking and monitoring tools. - Participates in the development of outcomes and process measures, including technical specifications to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, and evaluation. - Tests complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, and software written by self and others. - Tests and maintains data integrity. - May assist with sophisticated statistical models and forecasting tools using these databases. - Assists with the definition of complex multi-dimensional healthcare issues and develops time tables/processes for decision making. - May translate needs, issues, and ideas into effective strategies and action plans. - May formulate specific implementation plans and evaluates the effectiveness of actions/programs implemented. - Develops creative alternative solutions. - May assist in the determination of goals and priorities with team, clients, or project management sponsors. - May communicate results/recommendations to project sponsors, clients, and various senior level audiences (including physicians for TPMG departments). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) years of programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, net, or equivalent statistical analytical programming language. - Experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases required. - Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems preferred; if not, experience with another mainframe operating system required. - Project management experience preferred. - Typically, two (2) plus years of related analytical, consulting, and health care experience preferred. - Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, Finance, Health Care Administration, Public Health Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related field required, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree. - Master's degree preferred. - Broad familiarity with medical practices, especially population management and process and outcomes measurement. - Knowledge of JCL strongly preferred. - Ability to express complex analytical and technical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training. - Strong analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. - Microsoft Office skills required. - Must be an independent self-starter. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-26 18:49:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132983CAFresno, CA28204766http://kp.jobs/xml/28204766/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Environmental Services Supervisor Location: Santa Clara, CA Responsible for 24 hour/7days a week site direction of environmental services assigned staff, performing cleaning/project work at a Medical Facility, usually a Medical Office Building. Monitors environmental services program to ensure that building(s) are maintained in a safe, clean and operationally effective condition. Essential Functions: - Supervises staff concerning overall areas of responsibility which include quality standards, department policies and procedures, and service levels. - Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Coordinates, schedules, and conducts employee training/development necessary to meet established performance standards, teamwork, and service criteria. - Performs area inspections with assigned EVS staff, to evaluate/monitor performance, customer satisfaction, and infection control program compliance. - Ensures general inspections are completed daily and formal inspections are completed monthly in all building areas. - Supervises grounds keeping employees (if applicable) to ensure that work techniques, quality assurance standards, department policies and procedures and job specification are adhered to. - Assists in monitoring the budget. - Researches and resolves variances; identifies and recommends opportunities to decrease costs and increase service levels. In collaboration with human resources, manages labor relations activities of the department and ensures compliance with local contracts. - Provides ancillary support for scheduling and coordination of conference room setups, audio-visual equipment supervision. - Manages and maintains inventory supplies with established par levels. - Perform other duties as required. - Job may require supervisory responsibilities. Secondary Functions: - Manages attendance, annual compliance training, annual competencies, and disciplinary action. - Monitors Workplace Safety (WPS), ensures work environment is safe, and works to meet Regional and local WPS targets. - Schedules and coordinates conference room setups and manages the audio-visual equipment. - Manages waste programs including solid waste, medical waste and recycling. - Works in partnership with the Unit Based Team (UBT) to meet Regional and local UBT goals. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant environmental services experience in healthcare environment required (usually three (3) to five (5) years). - Significant experience in working with bargaining units and contract interpretation (usually three (3) to five (5) years). - Previous experience in a lead or supervisory position required (usually two (2) years). - A.A. degree ortwo (2)years of college required or equivalent experience. - American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services (ASHES) or International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) Certification preferred. - Management skills, including interviewing, organizing, planning, and problem solving skills required. - Knowledge of hospital infection control, sanitation protocols and cleaning methods required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-26 18:49:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132341CASanta Clara, CA28204755http://kp.jobs/xml/28204755/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Project Manager I (120220) Location: Santa Clara, CA Responsible for providing leadership to a team committed to achieving specified goals of a project. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the first job in a three (3) level Project Manager Ladder. At the entry level, a Project Manager may lead projects that impact a single functional area or service area. It is responsible for working on problems of moderate scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Position will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides technical leadership to projects. - Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Assesses project impact on the workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. - Performs other related duties as assigned by management. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) plus years of experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelors' degree in business administration, health care administration, operations research, public health administration or other related field or equivalent work experience. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Good project management and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-26 18:49:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132761CASanta Clara, CA28204756http://kp.jobs/xml/28204756/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Assistant Department Manager Location: Santa Clara, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-04-26 18:49:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132771CASanta Clara, CA28204758http://kp.jobs/xml/28204758/jobUSAUnion CityTitle: Senior Staff Assistant Location: Union City, CA Under limited supervision, supports the head of a department by providing advanced level administrative support and general office duties of a highly responsible and confidential. Frequently handles highly confidential and sensitive information and files. Communicates with contacts at all levels in and outside of the organization. Typically reports to a director or vice president. Essential Functions: - REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Organizes and expedites flow of work for the manager's office and the department in accordance to manager's method of operation and the operations and procedures of the department and organization. - Initiates any follow-up action. - Receives and screens telephone calls, letters, and/or visitors. - Answers routine questions and provides information related to general department operations, policies and procedures using discretion for matters pertaining to confidential or sensitive information. - Determines when to appropriately refer inquiries, requests or issues to managers or department staff members and follows up to ensure resolution on behalf of manager or department. - Schedules appointments and makes arrangements for meetings, conferences, and travel. - Organizes and prepares routine correspondence for the department manager, as well as complex documents including reports, spreadsheets, presentations and various forms of communications documents requiring the integration of multiple office technology and software applications. - May act as the department's office resource for word processing and spreadsheet application. - Prepares special reports that require gathering, comparing and summarizing data. - Organizes and maintains files, correspondence and records. - Handles and frequently accesses highly confidential and sensitive information. - Assists with tracking the department budget. - Tracks and compiles expenses. - Prepares monthly expense reports. - May address issues to department manager. - Performs other related duties following standard office routine, practices and procedures or instructions. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of experience performing administrative support functions for department managers. - Experience in coordinating and providing support to large complex projects. - High School Diploma or GED. - BA/BS preferred. - Excellent customer service. - Lotus Notes skills preferred. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills required. - Advanced level proficiency with e-mail software, MicroSoft Word and with any of the following office technology (required only if applicable to department's needs): PowerPoint. Excel or Access. - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Skills testing: Word, Excel and typing speed 35wpm2012-04-26 18:49:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132855CAUnion City, CA28204759http://kp.jobs/xml/28204759/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Regional Core Measures Unit Specialist Location: Walnut Creek, CA Conducts abstraction for various work streams (core measures, etc.) by abstracting information from the electronic health record (KPHC) and entering the data into 3rd party core measure vendor. Regional position will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action when there is an abstraction question for the various work streams (core measures, etc.), and interface with regulatory and accrediting agencies as needed (JC, CMS, HSAG). Essential Functions: - Works independently with minimal supervision on KPHC medical record review to support regulatory reporting across the region. - Evaluates regional clinical documentation and records clinical data from KPHC based on strict abstraction guidelines. - Exercises independent judgment to derive appropriate interpretation of the Joint Commission core measures specifications in order to accurately represent KP care processes in the data. - Maintains open communication with teammates and local medical center staff regarding findings and learnings. - Makes key decisions regarding appropriate data collection methodology that are based on established specifications and protocols. - Recommends solutions towards improvement opportunities. - Leads and provides technical leadership to projects. - Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Communicate and collaborate with key regional stakeholders and facility multi disciplinary teams and providers on abstraction findings and problem solving for areas not performing at target. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Assesses project impact on the workforce. May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) plus years of experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Experience in conducting research, critically evaluate data, and recommend solutions preferred. - Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred. - Ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Good project management and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Consistently demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to customers, contracted providers, and vendors. - Familiarity with Medical Record terminology preferred. - Strong background in abstracting data and ability to recognize disease-specific workflows preferred. - Ability to work independently and interact with various levels of staff at the medical centers preferred. - Ability to adhere to project protocol and timelines preferred. - Able to handle charged issues and experience in conflict resolution preferred. - Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-26 18:49:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132962CAWalnut Creek, CA28204763http://kp.jobs/xml/28204763/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Regional Core Measures Unit Specialist Location: Walnut Creek, CA Conducts abstraction for various work streams (core measures, etc.) by abstracting information from the electronic health record (KPHC) and entering the data into 3rd party core measure vendor. Regional position will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action when there is an abstraction question for the various work streams (core measures, etc.), and interface with regulatory and accrediting agencies as needed (JC, CMS, HSAG). Essential Functions: - Works independently with minimal supervision on KPHC medical record review to support regulatory reporting across the region. - Evaluates regional clinical documentation and records clinical data from KPHC based on strict abstraction guidelines. - Exercises independent judgment to derive appropriate interpretation of the Joint Commission core measures specifications in order to accurately represent KP care processes in the data. - Maintains open communication with teammates and local medical center staff regarding findings and learnings. - Makes key decisions regarding appropriate data collection methodology that are based on established specifications and protocols. - Recommends solutions towards improvement opportunities. - Leads and provides technical leadership to projects. - Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Communicate and collaborate with key regional stakeholders and facility multi disciplinary teams and providers on abstraction findings and problem solving for areas not performing at target. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Assesses project impact on the workforce. May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) plus years of experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Experience in conducting research, critically evaluate data, and recommend solutions preferred. - Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred. - Ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Good project management and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Consistently demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to customers, contracted providers, and vendors. - Familiarity with Medical Record terminology preferred. - Strong background in abstracting data and ability to recognize disease-specific workflows preferred. - Ability to work independently and interact with various levels of staff at the medical centers preferred. - Ability to adhere to project protocol and timelines preferred. - Able to handle charged issues and experience in conflict resolution preferred. - Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-26 18:49:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132965CAWalnut Creek, CA28204764http://kp.jobs/xml/28204764/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing [0172-484] - Temporary Location: Sacramento, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week I: Mon, Fri, Sat Week II: Sun, Mon, Tues This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to 90-days from date of hire.2012-04-26 18:49:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131960CASacramento, CA28204745http://kp.jobs/xml/28204745/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing [0172-483] - Temporary Location: Sacramento, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week I: Sun, Wed, Thurs Week II: Tues, Wed, Sat This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to 90-days from date of hire.2012-04-26 18:49:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131967CASacramento, CA28204746http://kp.jobs/xml/28204746/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Staff Nurse II - ICU [0172-477] Days/On Call Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-26 18:49:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131980CASacramento, CA28204748http://kp.jobs/xml/28204748/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Staff Nurse II - ICU [0172-478] Days/On Call Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-26 18:49:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131982CASacramento, CA28204749http://kp.jobs/xml/28204749/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Staff Nurse II - ICU [0172-479] Days/On Call Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-26 18:49:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131983CASacramento, CA28204750http://kp.jobs/xml/28204750/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Staff Nurse II - ICU [0172-480] Nights/On Call Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-26 18:49:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131984CASacramento, CA28204751http://kp.jobs/xml/28204751/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Staff Nurse II - ICU [0172-481] Nights/On Call Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-26 18:49:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131987CASacramento, CA28204752http://kp.jobs/xml/28204752/jobUSAStocktonTitle: Psychological Assistant Location: Stockton, CA Under the supervision of a licensed Psychologist or board certified Psychiatrist, provides mental health assessment and triage, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention services for adult and/or child members with a broad range of mental health problems. Under supervision, may collaborate with treating primary care providers and with psychiatric and allied health professional team members to plan and direct each individual patient's treatment program. May provide consultation on psychological and neuropsychological assessment. Essential Functions: - Under the supervision of a licensed physiologist or board certified psychologist, participates in staff conferences to select, plan, and evaluate treatment programs. - Consults with medical, nursing and psychiatric staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits as determined by psychological and neuropsychological assessment and evaluation. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups. - Instructs and counsels patients and their families regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and adherence to prescribed mediation regimens, within the scope of practice. - May administer specialized therapeutic procedures, as appropriate. - May develop and conduct psycho-educational classes and groups and provide appropriate support to members family, usually with a licensed co-therapist. - Conducts psychological assessments, including test administration, interpretation, and recommendation. - Prepares intake summaries, treatment plans, and case summaries and maintains ongoing confidential records. - Charts members' treatment and progress in accord with state and NCQA regulations and in keeping with accepted community standards. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating patients for psychotropic medications, within the scope of practice. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of the members' treatment. - May develop, implements, and evaluates behavioral medicine and health psychology programs in a variety of settings, including primary care. - Provides consultation to primary care providers and health educators on matters relating to mental health, health psychology and behavioral medicine. - Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Secondary Functions: - Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates clinical treatment programs for the diagnosis, treatment, and/or referral of Health Plan members with acute or chronic mental illness. - May administer specialized therapeutic procedures such as biofeedback and hypnosis. - Conducts psychological, developmental, and cognitive-deficit assessments, including test administration, interpretation, and recommendations. - Independently conducts evaluations as an MD-equivalent in Workers Compensation, Social Security, and state disability cases. - Provides clinical supervision to predoctoral psychology interns, postdoctoral psychology fellows, and other mental health trainees as necessary. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - PhD, PsyD or EdD in clinical or counseling psychology. - Completion of a pre-doctoral internship - minimum of 1 year (1500 hours). - Current valid registration as a Psychological Assistant with the Board of Psychology of the State of California. - Previous clinical responsibilities to include at least some of the following: psychological testing, diagnosis, crisis intervention, brief individual and group psychotherapy. - Knowledge of psychological testing techniques, administration and interpretation. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Must pass the State Board examination within two years from date of hire as a Psychological Assistant. - Knowledge of state regulations and APA Guidelines and Standards with regard to ethics, treatment, patient rights, and confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum of two years professional experience under the direction of a licensed psychologist or board certified psychiatrist. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations and APA standards as it related to client treatment, patient rights and client/patient confidentiality. - Strong testing and assessment skills strongly preferred.2012-04-26 18:49:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132018CAStockton, CA28204753http://kp.jobs/xml/28204753/jobUSAMartinezTitle: Ambulatory Care Pharmacist - Grade 15 (PRN-400088) Location: Martinez, CA Under indirect supervision, provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services using approved protocols in collaboration with other health professional, including managing patient drug therapy, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Promotes high quality, evidence-based, cost-effective pharmaceutical care. Performs these duties in the clinical areas assigned. Essential Functions: - Under the direction of the Department manager or designee, promotes rational and cost-effective Inpatient and Outpatient drug therapy through close participation in the drug therapy decision-making process with assigned physicians and other medical personnel. - Provides direction to Pharmacist Residents, Pharmacist Interns, Pharmacy Technicians, and other non-licensed personnel. - Conducts patient medication history inquiries upon referral from physicians and other medical personnel. - Given a diagnosis, synthesizes a treatment plan, which may include drug therapy and lifestyle modifications, and transition within the continuum of care settings. - Identifies, resolves, and prevents potential and actual medication-related problems including: untreated indications, improper drug selection, sub-therapeutic dosage, overdose, failure to receive medication, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, and medication without indication. - Under protocol, initiates, adjusts, monitors, and recommends changes in drug therapy based on information obtained through patient interviews, objective monitoring parameters, review of drug profiles and the patient medical record. - Coordinates and interprets laboratory monitoring of drug therapy, including serum drug levels, electrolytes, and other approved drug-related laboratory testing. - Provides patient monitoring for the purpose of evaluating and optimizing patient outcomes, drug utilization and patient compliance, detecting and/or minimizing ADR's, eliminating unnecessary drug use and duplication. - Provides patient education related to the individual's disease state, including predictable actions, side effects, reasons for proper compliance, and any special instruction. - Assure ongoing performance improvement of the pharmaceutical care services provided. - Provides education to providers and staff via presentations, newsletters, formal utilization reviews, and one-on-one interactions. - Performs other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - B.S. in Pharmacy required. - Pharm.D. preferred. - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License. - Successful completion of a clinical pharmacy residency (with emphasis in Ambulatory Care) preferred, or possess the equivalent clinical experience in direct patient care delivery. - Must be able to obtain an NPI # within one (1) month in position. - American Heart Association approved Basic Life Support (BLS) card preferred for existing incumbents. - Current BLS card required for new hires effective 12-20-09. - ACLS certification may be required in some areas. - Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease states, and related information for a medical management plan. - Working knowledge of aseptic technique and preparation of sterile IV products and chemotherapy agents. - Knowledge of emergency medications and drug monitoring. - Understanding of drug utilization review and drug usage evaluation. - Knowledge of Federal and State laws & regulations regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services. - Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to operate the pharmacy computer system(s) and other equipment. - Must be able to input prescription labels. - MUST BE ABLE TO PASS BACKGROUND CHECK. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Sun - Sat, X hours a week, variable shift; may include working weekends, evenings, nights, days and holidays.2012-04-26 18:49:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132146CAMartinez, CA28204754http://kp.jobs/xml/28204754/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Molecular Technologist I [Temporary] Location: San Jose, CA Under the direct technical supervision of the Senior Molecular Genetics Technologist (General Supervisor) and the administrative supervision of the Genetics Lab Administrative Director, the Molecular Technologist I shall learn and assist with routine molecular laboratory procedures and techniques used for the preparation, processing, and analysis of nucleic acid samples as determined by the Laboratory Directors (Director and Technical Supervisor), under direct supervision for a minimum of a 12 months. All tasks shall be performed in accordance with established departmental procedures and documentation protocols. Eligible to become a Certified Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Molecular Biology by the National Certification Agency (NCA) after completion of state approved training curriculum, a minimum of 12 months after date of hire and subsequently eligible to become licensed by CA state as a Clinical Genetics Molecular Biologist Scientist, not to exceed 16 months from date of hire. Essential Functions: - For a minimum of twelve (12) month training period, the trainee will be trained by licensed testing personnel to perform the following duties: - Preparation of human and bacterial samples for analysis using genomic and plasmid nucleic acid preparation techniques. - Restriction enzyme digestion techniques on nucleic acid samples. - PCR (polymerase chain reaction) techniques on nucleic acid samples. - Electrophoresis blotting and hybridization on nucleic acid samples. - Photographic and autoradiographic techniques and other documentation or image analysis procedures. - Analysis of results and data produced from the nucleic acid procedures (as above). - Perform other related duties as qualified, trained and assigned. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience, excluding training, in a clinical or research molecular biology laboratory performing clinical molecular diagnostic testing procedures and techniques. - Bachelor's degree in biological or clinical laboratory science or a field related to genetics from an US-accredited college or university or equivalent. - CA Clinical Genetics Molecular Biologist Trainee license. - Eligible to become a Certified Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Molecular Biology by the National Certification Agency (NCA) within one year of hire. - Eligible to become licensed by CA State as a Clinical Genetics Molecular Biologist Scientist with one year of hire. - Must have the demonstrated ability to perform clinical molecular diagnostic testing procedures and techniques as determined by the Employer, including genomic and plasmid nucleic acid preparation, restriction enzyme digestion, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), electrophoresis, blotting, and hybridization techniques on nucleic acid samples. - Demonstrates and maintains professional conduct including courtesy and patience in all interactions with patients, members, physicians, co-workers, volunteers and visitors. Willing to provide excellent service within the bounds of ones ability, policies and bargaining unit agreement, as applicable. - Ability to read and comprehend protocols, instructions, correspondence, and memos, and communicate as the job requires. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. ++ Expected Length of Employment: 12 months ++ Schedule: Rotate holidays and Saturdays, as scheduled. Schedule is subject to change based on operational needs.2012-04-26 18:49:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131800CASan Jose, CA28204743http://kp.jobs/xml/28204743/jobUSASan JoseTitle: MOLECULAR TECHNOLOGIST II [Temporary] Location: San Jose, CA Under the direct technical supervision of the Senior Molecular Genetics Technologist (General Supervisor) and the administrative supervision of the Genetics Lab Administrative Director, the Molecular Technologist II performs routine molecular laboratory procedures and techniques used for the preparation, processing, and analysis of nucleic acid samples as authorized by the Laboratory Directors (Director and Technical Supervisor). All tasks shall be performed in accordance with established departmental procedures and documentation protocols. Essential Functions: - Performs high-complexity tests as authorized by the technical supervisors. - Prepares human and bacterial samples for analysis using genomic and plasmid nucleic acid preparation techniques. - Restriction enzyme digestion techniques on nucleic acid samples. - PCR (polymerase chain reaction) techniques on nucleic acid samples. - Electrophoresis blotting and hybridization on nucleic acid samples. - Photographic and auto radiographic techniques and other documentation or image analysis procedures. - Analysis of results and data produced from the nucleic acid procedures (as above). - Performs testing of newly developed lab procedures and techniques, as directed and report on results. - Maintains complete and accurate documentation and records. - Performs case review prior to final report. - Trains other staff as assigned. - Perform other related duties as qualified, trained and assigned. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience, excluding training, in a clinical or research molecular biology laboratory performing clinical molecular diagnostic testing procedures and techniques, OR must have successfully completed Kaiser Permanente in-house molecular technologist trainee/Tech I position (CA Trainee). - Bachelor's degree in biological or clinical laboratory science or a field related to genetics from an US-accredited college or university or equivalent. - Must have a current CA State License as a Clinical Genetics Molecular Biologist Scientist. - Must be a Certified Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Molecular Biology by the National Certification Agency (NCA). - Must have the demonstrated ability to perform clinical molecular diagnostic testing procedures and techniques as determined by the Employer, including genomic and plasmid DNA preparation, restriction enzyme digestion, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), electrophoresis, blotting, and hybridization techniques on DNA samples. - Must be able to analyze results and data produced from the testing and perform case review prior to final report. - Demonstrates and maintains professional conduct including courtesy and patience in all interactions with patients, members, physicians, co-workers, volunteers and visitors. Willing to provide excellent service within the bounds of ones ability, policies and bargaining unit agreement, as applicable. - Ability to read and comprehend protocols, instructions, correspondence, and memos, and communicate as the job requires. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.2012-04-26 18:49:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131824CASan Jose, CA28204742http://kp.jobs/xml/28204742/jobUSASacramentoTitle: AICCP Palliative Care MSW II [010] Location: Sacramento, CA The primary role of the Hospital AICCP MSW is to assist patients/ families/caregivers to cope w/ the social/emotional issues related to the patient's illness. Under direction, delivers age-approp social work care to patients/caregivers in accordance w/ agency policy, procedure & state & fed regulations. The AICCP MSW is an integral member of the hlthcare team to meet the complex needs of patients & families in the hospital & clinic settings. The primary role of the Hospice Home Hlth AICCP MSW in the H/HH setting is to assist patients/families/caregivers to cope w/ the social/emotional issues & practical arrangements related to the patient's illness. Deliver age-approp social work care to patients/caregivers in their place of residence in accordance w/ agency policy, procedure/state/fed regulations. The MSW II serves as an integral member of the home hlth team. Essential Functions: - Hospital/Clinic & H/HH: Provide psychodynamic interventions, crisis intervention, grief/bereavement counseling, problem solving, stress reduction & developing healthy coping strategies in indv/family/grp settings - Provide counseling for disease acceptance & understanding - Develop & implement individual Plan of Treatment for patients & families - Completes psychosocial assessments - Team w/ other disciplines in assessing, planning & providing svcs for patients utilizing biopsychosocial info - Assist patient in advocating for self to receive approp svcs - Determine application of KP, Medicare & Medi-Cal benefits - AICCP: Assist the client to achieve a better psychosocial adaptation w/in the context of the AICCP - Help to reduce fear & attitudes obstructing acceptance of disease & treatment - Refer client's family to community support svcs & resources - Support psychotherapeutic & family systems interventions as needed - Chart client's treatments & progress in accordance w/ state/dept regulations - Instruct & counsel clients reg compliance w/ prescribed therapeutic regimens & medications w/in scope of practice - Provide advanced care planning including education on the Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment - H/HH: Inpatient & Outpatient Critical Care: Exp w/ ethical issues & documented experience providing clinical svcs specific to anticipatory death, dying process & bereavement, disfigurement & disability - Exp in providing clinical counseling for Med Surgical, Oncology, HIV, Maternal, Child, Pediatric, Alzheimer/Dementia, & Substance Abuse patients & Pediatrics patients - Palliative Care: Exp in initiating & participating in end of life discussions w/ patients & families, & assisting in hospice referrals, holding family conferences, providing home visits & advanced care planning - Perform other related duties as necessary - Add'l duties for Hospital/Clinic & H/HH: Ability to work on a multidisciplinary team - Must have solid psychosocial assessment skills - Knowledge of chronic & acute disease & how it impacts patient & family functioning - Excellent oral/telephone communication skills & written documentation - Must be computer-literate &, preferably, experienced in automated clinical info systems - Ability to effectively & efficiently handle demanding workload involving multiple tasks - Ability to function independently as a collaborative, supportive team member - Must be able to master detailed & complex info reg benefits & coord of care - Must be willing to work in a LMP environment - Also refer to Position Specs outlined in the approp collective bargaining agmt Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Hospital/Clinic: - Masters in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education. - Step I: Less than two (2) years' social work experience (M.S.W. field work not included). - Step II: Two (2) to four (4) years of social work experience within the last five (5) years (M.S.W. fieldwork not included). - Step III : Four (4) or more years of social work experience within the last ten (10) years (M.S.W. fieldwork not included). - At least one (1) year post MSW experience in a health care setting preferred- MSW internship may be considered in lieu of this requirement. - BLS (for Hospice/Home Health.) - AICCP: - All minimum requirements of Hospital/Clinic - Minimum of one year of post licensure experience in the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic modalities in a hospital, clinic or agency. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy. - Demonstrated ability to function independently as a collaborative, supportive team member. - Must be able to master detailed and complex information regarding benefits and coordination of care. - Hospice /Home Health: - Master's in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education. - Step I: Less than two (2) years' social work experience (M.S.W. field work not included). - Step II: Two (2) to four (4) years of social work experience within the last five (5) years (M.S.W. fieldwork not included). - Step Ill: Four (4) or more years of social work experience within the last ten (10) years (M.S.W. fieldwork not included). - California Driver's License required for Hospice and Home Health positions. - One (1) year of experience providing direct service in medical or home health related setting - MSW internship considered. - BLS (for Hospice/Home Health.) - Home Health - Title 22 Requirement: 'Social worker' means a person who has a masters of social work degree from a school of social work accredited or approved by the Council on Social Work Education and having one year of social work experience in a health care setting. - Hospice - California standards: 'Social worker' means a person who has a master of social work degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and clinical experience relevant to the counseling and case work needs of patients and families.2012-04-26 18:49:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130447CASacramento, CA28204737http://kp.jobs/xml/28204737/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Radiologic Technologist IV - Interventional Radiology - South Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. Essential Functions: - Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures. - Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. - Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures. - Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician - Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required. - Moves imaging equipment into specified position. - Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy. - Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside. - Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations. - Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician. - Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. - Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed. - Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff. - Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed. - Orients new hires and trains students. - Fills in as necessary in the absence of the Supervising Radiology Technologist. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 2 years of experience in a Specialty (IR, CT, Mammography, Quality Management) OR one year of experience in a Specialty with an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification in that Specialty. - High School Diploma/GED. - California Certified Radiologic Technologist License (CRT). - California State Fluoroscopy Permit. - California Venipuncture Certificate (1). - California Mammography Certificate, when required for the position. - BLS certification required. (ACLS when required for the position.) - Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties on patients of all ages as determined by the employer. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. (1) Radiologic Technologists without Venipuncture Certification - Working in a Modality where Venipuncture is NOT performed: Radiologic Technologists working on or before October 2005 at Kaiser Permanente WITHOUT California Venipuncture Certification in a Modality where it is NOT performed as part of their work assignment will not be required to obtain it. For promotions, transfers or trainng in a Specialty that requires Venipuncture, the Technologist must obtain CA Venipuncture certification on or before the date of application. The employer will provide the Technologist with education opportunities in order to pass the California permit test at the Technologist's request.2012-04-26 18:49:06United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia121230CASacramento, CA28204721http://kp.jobs/xml/28204721/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Executive Director, Information Analytics - Care Delivery, KPIT Location: Oakland, CA This position will be the IT executive accountable for working with business and clinical partners to deliver and maintain technology solutions that meet organizational goals for analytics, KP HealthConnect reporting, mobility, data services and telehealth in the care delivery space. The position will also be accountable for defining and managing care delivery IT work utilizing standards defined by Enterprise Architecture.The responsibilities include: - Define and execute care delivery IT strategies and roadmap relative to meeting business needs around health and care analytics across the national portfolio. - Define and execute care delivery IT work and roadmap relative to delivering KP HealthConnect reporting across the national portfolio. - Define and execute care delivery IT work and roadmap relative to delivering care delivery mobility across the national portfolio. - Define and execute care delivery IT work and roadmap relative to adoption of a care delivery data services capability to include service-oriented architecture (SOA) and an Event based data architecture across the national portfolio. - Work with subject matter experts in Enterprise Architecture to ensure adherence of care delivery work with defined enterprise standards. - Partner with the Infrastructure Management Group to ensure care delivery-focused efforts are aligned with work undertaken by that team. Essential Functions: - This position will have strong industry experience in health care and will have experience managing IT teams/budgets and delivering care-delivery focused solutions. The position will also have experience in developing IT strategies that are aligned with business goals, priorities, and requirements. This individual will be able to work effectively with business partners through a deep understanding of their issues and goals, along with the ability to translate those needs into delivered technical capabilities. This position will also need to be able to work effectively with technical leads from other areas within KPIT such as Infrastructure Management Group, Enterprise Architecture and Corporate Services. - This position will be accountable for development, management and maintenance of the IT vision and roadmap for information analytics overall including health and care analytics as well as KP HealthConnect reporting. This vision/roadmap will be developed in concert with business and clinical partners. It will also serve as a guide for investment and core funding decisions. This position will also be accountable for working with the CD PAC and other investment/governance bodies to secure funding and approval for technology projects in this space. - The role will also work with various groups within IT to finalize and operationalize the data services, mobility, telehealth and other architectural strategies for care delivery. The individual will be accountable for leading and/or participating on appropriate governance bodies. It will also ensure that appropriate architectural review has been performed for all projects being presented to the CD PAC. This means that the position will have executive responsibility for managing the Care Delivery Architectural Advisory Group and/or other forums to be defined. - The role will also be accountable for keeping abreast of industry best practices in this space, particularly as they relate to applications and technologies designed to information analytics and/or architectural efforts. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BS degree in Healthcare field or demonstrated experience in an IT leadership role. - Demonstrated track record of significant accomplishment in an executive role within health care and full life-cycle development experience.10 years of experience required. - Seasoned IT leader experienced in leading successful development and implementation of multi-million dollar programs/projects in complex matrix organizations with numerous constituents. - Demonstrated experience in successfully managing complex organizational initiatives involving multiple functions and multiple business units/regions. Includes the identification and articulation of problems, influencing decision-making process as well as delivery of expected results. - Solid business acumen in population care/panel management space. - The successful candidate will also possess the following qualities/skills: - Be flexible and adaptable when facing tough situations - Able to combine seeming opposite stances like being empathetic and tough - Stands up for self without trampling others - Sets strong but flexible standards - Can adjust approach as appropriate to influence the target audience - Possesses technical and business acumen to create and deliver IT solutions, multi-year plans, and strategies that match business needs and priorities - Knowledgeable incurrent and possible future policies, practices, technologies and information in KP and other health care organizations - Ability to work well within KP and broader marketplace - Be a credible partner in working effectively with clinicians by having a deep understanding of their needs/priorities in this space - Manage IT project plans, resources and budgets relevant to this area - Work with technology and other partners outside IT that delivery services for this space. This includes developing and managing service level agreements, recharges, budgets, etc. - Work in partnership across various areas of IT to procure and implement technology capabilities - Develop and maintain relationships with the business and clinical leaders responsible for information analytics and architectural efforts. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's level graduate degree (e.g., MPH/MBA preferred). - 15 years or more preferred.2012-04-26 18:48:21United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133099CAOakland, CA28204695http://kp.jobs/xml/28204695/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Asst Dir Diag Imag Svs Location: Harbor City, CA In a larger department, manages the daily operations of assigned areas/modalities or assists the Director in managing the daily operations of a smaller department. Either role/function is in a full service inpatient and outpatient diagnostic imaging department at one acute care medical center (7 days, 24 hours) which usually includes radiology, MRI, CT, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, IR, mammography, and imaging files. Manages all administrative, clinical, technical, and clerical operations of the assigned areas to ensure quality, access, patient care, and budget goals are achieved. Provides Diagnostic Imaging Services which are integrated with departmental, service line, and organizational/strategic goals and objectives. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Assists the Diagnostic Imaging Services Director in meeting the clinical needs of physicians, staff and members, as well as developing a strategy to integrate diagnostic imaging services. - Manages the daily operations of assigned areas, or assists the Director in managing daily operations of a small department by maintaining appropriate schedules (both staffing and patient), and monitoring performance improvement, safety, quality, and regulatory standards. - Participates in the planning of major facilities construction/renovation projects to ensure the safe and effective placement of imaging equipment and efficiency of operations. - Ensures equipment and procedures are safe, functional, and capable of meeting the diagnostic needs of the medical staff in a timely manner. - Develops and monitors payroll and non-payroll budgets for the assigned areas. - Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and implements appropriate actions, policies, and procedures. - Manages union supervisors and staff and resolves human resources, labor relations, employee, and safety issues. - Selects and trains technical and administrative imaging staff. - Monitors staff performance and participates with the Chief and Director in the development of competencies, performance standards, and imaging protocols/standards. - Develops and implements a plan for equipment procurement, maintenance, and replacement. - Keeps abreast of new developments in diagnostic imaging technology and makes recommendations on the acquisition and implementation of new technology. - Accountable for adherence to state and federal rules and regulations on safety and quality assurance. - Ensures compliance with JCAHO, MQSA, federal, state, and local agencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous recent (within three (3) years of hire date) supervisory experience in a full service imaging department in an acute care medical center required. - Prior clinical experience(three (3) - five (5)years)as a staff technologist in a diagnostic imaging modality. - Previous experience managing in a union environment strongly preferred. - Working knowledge and experience in a high volume imaging department preferred. - Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or other imaging discipline, Health Care, Business or Health Services Administration OR equivalent experience required. - Certification as Radiologic Technologist (CRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required. - Demonstrated strong communication skills, labor relations and human relations skills essential. - Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory standards required. - Computer and standard software package skills required.2012-04-25 19:57:21United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132736CAHarbor City, CA28180867http://kp.jobs/xml/28180867/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an adult acute care setting.2012-04-25 19:57:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131873CALos Angeles, CA28180865http://kp.jobs/xml/28180865/jobUSAWest CovinaTitle: Psychiatric RN Location: West Covina, CA Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate from an accredited nursing school - Current CA RN License - BSN preferred - Minimum one (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) RN Psych experience - Psychiatric & chemical dependency knowledge & ability to work w/ dual diagnosis patients - Able to triage & evaluate various aspects of the psychiatric population - Excellent interpersonal & communication skills required - Knowledge of psychiatric medications, actions & side effects in an adult & pediatric population - Child & family education & learning theory technique, preferred - Two (2) or more years in a behavioral health setting, telephone triage support preferred - Group leadership skills, excellent verbal & written communication skills, including the ability to gather information & express empathy on the telephone, the ability to remain positive & helpful when very busy & w/ difficult patient population & the ability to multitask & prioritize work, preferred - Computer skills to include data entry, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & HealthConnect, preferred PreferredQualifications: - Intensive outpatient experience is preferred Notes: - Will work at both locations: West Covina Garvey CDRP/MH 1539 W. Garvey Ave and West Covina Garvey Mental Health 1511 W. Garvey Ave.2012-04-25 19:57:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130849CAWest Covina, CA28180845http://kp.jobs/xml/28180845/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Pharmacist - (LR-3145) Location: Woodland Hills, CA Under indirect supervision, consult with patients and medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provide direction to pharmacist residents, pharmacist interns, pharmacy technicians, and non-licensed personnel. Dispense compound, procure, store, and distribute pharmacy products. Provide medical personnel and patients with medication and information and product identification. Perform other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Uphold KP's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Interview patient to obtain information regarding drug use, drug allergies and sensitivities and documents the information to appropriate records of the pharmacy information system; advises patients verbally and with written materials on significant precautions, proper drug therapy and administration, the use of related devices and the coordination of drug therapy with diet, according to established policies and procedures. - Review and interpret prescription orders and verify accuracy and completeness of patient labeling and input into pharmacy information system. Dispense, compound, procure, store and distribute pharmaceuticals and pharmacy products, including anti-neoplastics and/or other sterile products as required, according to legal requirements, established policies and procedures, and accepted professional standards of practice. - Evaluate and resolve real or potential drug therapy problems related to interpretation of prescriptions, drug furnishing irregularities, service complaints and issues such as drug procurement or equipment problems, according to established polices and procedures. - Confer with medical personnel concerning care and treatment of patients, related critical diagnoses, drug dosage, interactions, dosage forms, and other factors which might influence the course of treatment and the activity medications; suggest changes in drug therapy and/or use, as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results and cost effective prescribing. - Maintain work area and equipment in an organized and clean condition; maintain a safe and efficient work environment. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current registration with the California state board of pharmacy. - Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services. - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources and relate it to the patient's medical management plan. - Ability to learn and operate pharmacy computer systems and other equipment. - Must be able to type prescription labels. Notes: - PR # LR-3145 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required - Position may include working the Mid-Night Shift with on duty meals2012-04-25 19:57:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129857CAWoodland Hills, CA28180842http://kp.jobs/xml/28180842/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: LVN II (Spanish Bilingual) WLA Fam Med Location: Los Angeles, CA Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician provides nursing care in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan of the organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats co-workers, patients, families and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: - Representative Duties: Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient as prescribed by physician/health care professional(s) following established protocols, policies and procedures. - Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams. - Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition. - Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order following established protocols. - Maintain equipment and supplies. - Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair. - Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual. - Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed. - Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. - Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures following established protocols. - Maintain patient confidentiality. - Perform other duties as directed. Qualifications: Pay Grade: 25 Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required. - Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse. - Current Basic Life Support card. - One (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience as a LVN in an acute/outpatient setting. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum two (2) years current adult and pediatric nursing care in outpatient setting. - Aseptic techniques assisting with minor surgery procedures. - Experience/knowledge of EKG's. - Immunizations for pediatrics and adults; ear lavage. - Proficiency with OPAS, KITS and HEALTH CONNECT Systems. - Effective communication skills and legible printing. - Strong organizational skills and self-motivated. - Customer focused. - Strong leadership skills. - Ability to work in a high volume outpatient clinic. - Ability to anticipate MD/Provider's and patient's needs and prioritize accordingly. - Knowledge of IM and oral medications given in Family Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN and Internal Medicine. - Dedicated to providing the highest quality of service toour health plan members and internal customers. Notes: - May be required to work weekends and holidays. - May be required to work in other departments based on clinic needs. - Willingness to maintain flexible work schedule and float to various modules within the department. - Must be able to work flexible expanding hours and rotate to the Medical Office Buildings (Playa Vista, Inglewood). - Assist Providers to manage In-Basket Folders in KP HealthConnect* HealthConnect Trained. - Must pass the bilingual assessment test.2012-04-25 19:57:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127642CALos Angeles, CA28180800http://kp.jobs/xml/28180800/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Bakersfield, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting Preferred Qualifications: - Basic computer skills - Ability to administer medications, start I.V.s, etc - Ability to provide functional direction - Ability to oriented and train new and existing personnel Notes: - May work at multiple locations/facilities - Must be able to work in all departments at facility - Hours and Days may vary to meet the needs of the department - May include Day, Evening or weekend shifts2012-04-25 19:57:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127772CABakersfield, CA28180801http://kp.jobs/xml/28180801/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Surgical Tech II Location: Los Angeles, CA Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician and in accordance with the legal scope of competency and within established standards of care, policies and procedures: assists the physician during surgical procedures by performing scrub duties. Essential Functions: - The Certified Surgical Technician demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors. - Leadership - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude. - Identifies and supports new ideas. - Utilizes effective communication strategies, including chain of command and issue escalation, which result in intended outcomes. - Participates in problem identification and resolution in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. - Prioritizes work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities and notifies Registered Nurse if unable to complete assignments. - Complies with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of practice. - Nursing Process - Correctly identifies patient and scheduled procedure. - Performs patient care activities, within the scope of competency, considering age-related needs of the patient as assigned. - Reports unusual findings to the Registered Nurse. - Collects data and provides information in a timely manner to the registered Nurse which may assist within the revision of the plan of care. - Discharge barriers are discussed with the Registered Nurse and intervention taken as directed. - Clinical Outcomes - Applies standard precautions; keeps a safe environment for self and others. - Observes patient/family conditions and reports to Registered Nurse sudden changes or unusual findings. - Demonstrates competencies during the probationary period and ongoing by completion of departmental competency validation. - Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens throughout the medical center utilizing proper body mechanics. - Participates in departmental performance improvement activities, i.e., planning, measuring/monitoring, assessing and improving. - Assembles and ensures all equipment/supplies/instruments are appropriate, available, calibrated, and adjusted, in working order, sterilized per protocol and organized for upcoming procedure. - Sets up and organizes room. - Performs scrub role (e.g., anticipates surgeon's needs, pass instruments, cut sutures, hold retractors, obtain/process tissue samples) according to standard. Assists physician within scope of competency. - Assists with transfer, transport, and stabilization of patient within the scope of competency. - Cleans instruments, containers, and equipment according to established guidelines and reassembles packs, prepares for sterilization and/or returns to Central Processing. - Operates sterilization equipment. - Operates equipment safely and reports defective equipment upon discovery. Cleans, lubricates, and performs preventive maintenance. - Utilizes computer systems effectively and efficiently. - Customer Service - Practices customer service standards as defined by the Service Area, Medical Center, and specific department. - Anticipates the customer's desires, takes proactive steps to meet those needs by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Assists members who are less than satisfied with their experience by listening and taking responsibility within their scope to ensure that the issue is resolved. Qualifications: Pay Grade: 26 Basic Qualifications: - Certification from the Association of Operating Room Technologists/Liaison Council for Certification for the Surgical Technician. - BLS, Healthcare provider level. - Graduate of approved surgical technologist program. - Two (2) years within the last three (3) years operating room scrubbing experience, including a variety of surgical procedures. - Experience requirements may be waived or modified when an appropriate program or course is available and successfully completed. - Maintains required certifications as applicable. - Communicates in a clear, concise manner appropriate to the development stage of the patient. - Effective verbal and written communication skills. - Position requires considerable walking, standing, moderate lifting, exposure to patient elements, and handling of emergencies and patient incidents within their scope of competency. - Some positions may be posted as bilingual Spanish required on a position-by-position basis. - Willing to be trained on computer systems. Notes: - Weekend rotation. - Variable shift starts. - On-call requirements. - May float within the Perioperative setting.2012-04-25 19:57:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127844CALos Angeles, CA28180802http://kp.jobs/xml/28180802/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Lead Project Manager, National Sales Operations and Performance (Oakland or Burbank, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Lead Project Manager Oakland or Burbank, CA Kaiser Permanente is looking for a Lead Project Manager in Oakland or Burbank. Essential Functions: - Manage ongoing operational programs and aligned projects within Sales and Sales Operations with a strong focus on Compliance Adherence, Monitoring and Governance. Responsibilities will include the planning and tracking of projects both (tactical and strategic), cost effectiveness, communication, risk analysis, quality assurance, team management, and implementation of highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Identifies and resolves issues related to projects. Ensures assigned projects are delivered within scope, schedule, budget and quality levels are consistent with partner/customer expectations. - As this is a Program Operations Role with corrective action plan projects, the person will need to have strong relationship management skills across multiple locations, departments and functions, and a seasoned level of emotional intelligence and able to apply to multiple levels of staff and executive leadership. - Primarily focuses on regional and national marketing, sales, and associated underwriting processes. Additional projects can extend into upstream and downstream end-to-end processes, including benefit creation, rate setting, and membership administration. - Act as the primary contact for projects focusing on improving adherence to Kaiser Permanente, state, and national compliance procedures, regulations, and guidance. - Manage the intake and status tracking for compliance issues and audits. - Work closely with Regional and National Sales Operations Management, Regional Line of Business Sales Management, National and Marketing Sales Systems Administration Compliance departments, Release Managers, Regional Engagement Managers, System Development Teams, Testers, Vendor Solutions, IT partners, and impacted business areas to analyze compliance needs, provide compliance recommendations, and implement specific compliance projects. - Project management of compliance related projects within Marketing, Sales, Business Development. - Up to 50% travel. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 5+ years of project management or operations experience - 4 year degree or 4 additional years of equivalent experience If not already certified, these certifications will be required within the first 2 years of employment: - Project Management Professional (PMP) - Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma Certification Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in sales or marketing - Regulatory compliance, audit, and/or legal work experience2012-04-25 19:56:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133030CAOakland, CA28180742http://kp.jobs/xml/28180742/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Curriculum Manager, Account Management (Oakland, CA - Denver, CO - Rockville, MD - Portland, OR - Atlanta, GA) Location: Oakland, CA Curriculum Manager, Account Management Kaiser Permanente (Oakland, CA - Denver, CO - Portland, OR - Atlanta, GA OR Rockville, MD) Conducts supervisory, management or non-technical skills training courses for internal staff. Uses needs assessment tools to determine effectiveness of proposed training programs. Interacts with functional organizations to develop specifications for content of courses. Prepares lesson plans including the method, media, and documentation to be presented. Instructs participants in classroom lectures and/or group sessions. Conducts follow up to determine applicability of course material. Essential Functions: - Develops strategic plans for development of training curricula, professional development and technical programs. - Assesses and analyzes training and development needs across a broad spectrum of positions- typically a large functional area or program-wide initiative. - Consults w/leaders of major constituency groups within the organization to assess, trend & analyze learning needs of employees across the region based on current & future strategic plans. - Delivers customized training programs based on client needs or for large functional areas. - Serves as a master trainer providing training and coaching to trainers and learning consultants. - Stays with current trends in learning, training and development research including theory, motivation theory and new materials, methods and techniques. - Evaluates programs for effectiveness and desired outcomes and utilizes feedback to initiate changes, refinements and improvements. - Works on assignments of diverse scope. - Interprets less defined guidelines to make recommendations for process improvements and/or enhancements. - Requires complex planning to coordinate with other departments or resources. - Responsibilities impact the achievement of key department and/or functional objectives. - Contributes to the development of department objectives. - Erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally result in the inability to reach functional objectives and negatively affect expenditures and resources. - Involves interpreting and analyzing established concepts. - Exercises considerable judgment to make decisions for less defined issues and selects methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. - Requires moderately complex decision-making. - Develops solutions to a diverse range of complex problems. - May refer to established precedents and policies when making decisions. - Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions for more complex problems. - Provides professional/ technical guidance to team members. - Influences others regarding existing concepts, processes and/or methodology. - Engages in matters requiring coordination across functional lines. - Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment. - Work is accomplished without considerable direction. - Plans schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives. - Work is reviewed by management at key intervals for advice and guidance prior to completion. - Provides periodic informal work guidance/direction to, and training of team members. - Provides performance input and recommendations to management for development/training plans. - Has limited formal supervisory responsibilities. - Thorough knowledge of policies, practices and systems. - Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards. - Full knowledge of industry practices. - Assume other duties as directed. - 25% travel is required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) to twelve (12) years of training experience - Prior experience with management continuity/succession planning - Four (4) year degree in human resources/education or a related field or equivalent experience. - Extensive knowledge in curriculum subject matter. - Experience working in subject of curriculum (ie: former sales manager for Curriculum Manager Sales and Sales Mgt; former underwriter for Curriculum Manager Pricing/UW; former manager for Curriculum Manager Management Development). - Superior classroom training/facilitation skills. - Understanding of adult learning theory and basic instructional principles. - Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in the following: - Oral communication - Written communication - TQM and team concepts - Modeling, monitoring, coaching, and crediting, as well as at empowering others and teams - Customer service - Interpersonal relations - Influence/negotiation - Creativity/innovation - Team building - Teamwork - Group process facilitation - Group presentations Preferred Work Experience - Proven ability to align disparate groups resulting in achievement of goals. - Superior presenter, in classroom and to executives. - Prior experience with strategic planning and implementation. - Prior experience with management continuity/succession planning. - Working knowledge of data collection, analysis and statistical techniques. - Minimum 5 years training experience.2012-04-25 19:56:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132406CAOakland, CA28180730http://kp.jobs/xml/28180730/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Environmental Services Supervisor Location: Santa Clara, CA Responsible for 24 hour/7days a week site direction of environmental services assigned staff, performing cleaning/project work at a Medical Facility, usually a Medical Office Building. Monitors environmental services program to ensure that building(s) are maintained in a safe, clean and operationally effective condition. Essential Functions: - Supervises staff concerning overall areas of responsibility which include quality standards, department policies and procedures, and service levels. - Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Coordinates, schedules, and conducts employee training/development necessary to meet established performance standards, teamwork, and service criteria. - Performs area inspections with assigned EVS staff, to evaluate/monitor performance, customer satisfaction, and infection control program compliance. - Ensures general inspections are completed daily and formal inspections are completed monthly in all building areas. - Supervises grounds keeping employees (if applicable) to ensure that work techniques, quality assurance standards, department policies and procedures and job specification are adhered to. - Assists in monitoring the budget. - Researches and resolves variances; identifies and recommends opportunities to decrease costs and increase service levels. In collaboration with human resources, manages labor relations activities of the department and ensures compliance with local contracts. - Provides ancillary support for scheduling and coordination of conference room setups, audio-visual equipment supervision. - Manages and maintains inventory supplies with established par levels. - Perform other duties as required. - Job may require supervisory responsibilities. Secondary Functions: - Manages attendance, annual compliance training, annual competencies, and disciplinary action. - Monitors Workplace Safety (WPS), ensures work environment is safe, and works to meet Regional and local WPS targets. - Schedules and coordinates conference room setups and manages the audio-visual equipment. - Manages waste programs including solid waste, medical waste and recycling. - Works in partnership with the Unit Based Team (UBT) to meet Regional and local UBT goals. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant environmental services experience in healthcare environment required (usually three (3) to five (5) years). - Significant experience in working with bargaining units and contract interpretation (usually three (3) to five (5) years). - Previous experience in a lead or supervisory position required (usually two (2) years). - A.A. degree ortwo (2)years of college required or equivalent experience. - American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services (ASHES) or International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) Certification preferred. - Management skills, including interviewing, organizing, planning, and problem solving skills required. - Knowledge of hospital infection control, sanitation protocols and cleaning methods required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-25 19:56:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132323CASanta Clara, CA28180617http://kp.jobs/xml/28180617/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Physician Assistant II (120215) Location: Santa Clara, CA Under the direction and supervision of a physician who is a specialist (e.g., orthopedics, surgery, emergency medicine), the Physician Assistant II provides high quality, cost-effective patient care by performing surgical preparation procedures, peri-operative and post- operative procedures, and assists in performing surgical and other procedures. A Physician Assistant II may work in the operating room or emergency department in addition to having responsibilities for outpatient clinic and hospital ward duties. May take call for patients under the supervision of a physician. Essential Functions: - Performs admission evaluation on new patients to include: obtaining basic medical information and history, reviewing patient's medical record, performing physical exam, transcribing history and medical findings into patient medical record, and reporting deviations from normal findings to attending physician. - Provides patient and family with pre-operative and other pertinent education. - Answers questions regarding surgery, recovery and risk factor modification, procedures. - Provides blood transfusion information. - Performs surgical peri-operative procedures. - Locates and utilizes x-rays, instruments and pertinent patient information. - Reviews patient chart noting allergies, pertinent medical history, and abnormal physical findings. - Assists in performing surgical procedures and other procedures consistent with the standards of care and practice guidelines. - Depending on the specialty, may work as the first assist during surgical procedures, start IV's, and/or perform suturing. - Performs post-operative procedures to include transcription of standard post-operative orders into patient medical records, assists physicians with evaluation and management of patient's status during recovery, reviews vital signs, laboratory and x-ray studies, and assists with technical management of patients. - Performs patient discharge in conjunction with social worker, pharmacist, and physical therapist and dictates discharge and transfer summaries in a timely manner. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) year of previous experience in the last five (5) years as a physician assistant. - Graduate of an approved primary care physician assistant or surgical physician assistant program approved by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). - Licensed as a Physician Assistant by the Medical Board of California (M.B.C.) and the Physician Assistant Examining Committee (P.A.E.C.). - BLS certification required. - Advanced Certification in specialty area, preferred. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date). - May be required to possess specialty skills to perform tasks required by the specific department (e.g., neurosurgery, orthopedics, etc). - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - 2 years neurosurgery experience with Pedi neurosurgery experience preferred.2012-04-25 19:56:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132561CASanta Clara, CA28180619http://kp.jobs/xml/28180619/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Assistant Department Manager (1423) - ICU - 40/hr - Night Location: Walnut Creek, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-04-25 19:56:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132628CAWalnut Creek, CA28180621http://kp.jobs/xml/28180621/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Assistant Department Manager (1448) - CMU - 40/day Location: Walnut Creek, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-04-25 19:56:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132630CAWalnut Creek, CA28180622http://kp.jobs/xml/28180622/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Assistant Department Manager (1421) - CMU - 40/hr Evening Location: Walnut Creek, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-04-25 19:56:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132612CAWalnut Creek, CA28180620http://kp.jobs/xml/28180620/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Speech Therapist II Location: Walnut Creek, CA Provides diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders for more complex cases. Ensures compliance with standards and regulatory requirements. Oversees work of entry-level staff and supports community programs. Essential Functions: - Evaluates and administers diagnostic tests and provides individualized treatment to adults and children for a variety of communication disorders, voice and swallowing impairment, and neurological defects. - Advises physicians and member/caregiver of test results. - Collaborates with physician as treatment plan changes. - Provides training for more junior therapists. - Participates in developing in-service programs for staff development. - Monitors the work of contract therapists and the treatment of patients in non-Kaiser facilities. - Serves as a consultant on interdisciplinary teams. - Develops, implements, and maintains department policies and procedures. - Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirement. - Identifies and recommends opportunities to contain costs and improve services. - Assists with community programs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience as a Speech Therapist (usually two (2) years). - Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology. - Completion of a Speech Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) Internship required. - Current California license required. -BLS required. - - Certificate of Clinical Competence. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain an NPI prior to the employment start date. -Knowledge of federal, state, andlocal requirements. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to do adult VFSS. Schedule: Mon 8:00am - 4:30pm, Fri & Sat 11:30am - 6:00pm This position will float to cover duties at other locations in the Diablo Service Area as needed.2012-04-25 19:56:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132635CAWalnut Creek, CA28180623http://kp.jobs/xml/28180623/jobUSALivermoreTitle: Program Coordinator Location: Livermore, CA Under limited supervision, serves as the program liaison by providing support duties to include the implementation, delivery & monitoring of a program. Activities require judgment & initiative to determine proper approach or action to take in non-routine situations & extensive knowledge of the organizational unit to include operating policies, procedures, & protocols, & administrative concepts, principles & accepted practices in the occupation. Essential Functions: - Ensures smooth functioning of program in accordance w/ policies & procedures, regulations, & other compliance requirements - Coordinates activities within & external to the department by answering questions about program operations, policies, & procedures - Tracks milestones in project plans & contacts team members to ensure timely follow through & completion of assignments - Schedules conference rooms, caterers, audiovisual equipment, & various support requirements for project teams - Coordinates administrative workflow of the department & recommends new processes as needed - Participates in various committee meetings related to the ongoing development & modification of the program - Prepares various communication materials utilizing Word, PowerPoint, Excel, pivot tables, Visio & other similar software for a variety of management information reports - Screens phone & email inquiries & assesses problems or questions to determine appropriate response general policies & procedures - Performs assignments that require researching & collecting information, verifying validity of data, & analyzing information - Prepares narrative, graphic & other presentation that summarizes findings & variances - Provides recommendations based on data analyses to include procedural & policy changes - Uses a variety of software & databases to retrieve required information & to prepare communications, letters, reports, confidential documents, etc - Utilizes databases to include data entry, extract data, identifying & correcting data, & running reports for management information, budget analysis, performance metrics, & other required data - May oversee portion of a department budget & make budget recommendations as required - Independently tracks & compiles reports w/ actual to budget variances & trend analysis as required - Performs other related duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) to seven (7) years experience performing administrative support functions for department managers - Experience in coordinating & providing support to large complex projects - HS or GED - BA/BS preferred - Advanced level proficiency w/ MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) & Lotus Notes w/ expertise w/ word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, & presentation software including the ability to create tables; merge documents; create pivot tables; & develop graphics & PowerPoint presentations from notes - Familiarity w/ use of databases such as Access to enter & to retrieve data for management information reporting & analysis - Accuracy, productivity, dependability & good attendance record a must - Excellent customer service & oral & written communication skills required - Must be able to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Strong background in use of technology. - Computer skills to include: MS Suite, KP Health Connect, Adobe Acrobat. - Strong communication/marketing skills. Skills testing: Typing (35WPM)2012-04-25 19:56:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132654CALivermore, CA28180624http://kp.jobs/xml/28180624/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Supervisor Environmental Services Location: San Jose, CA Responsible for 24 hour/7days a week site direction of environmental services assigned staff, performing cleaning/project work at a Medical Facility, usually a Medical Office Building. Monitors environmental services program to ensure that building(s) are maintained in a safe, clean and operationally effective condition. Essential Functions: - Supervises staff concerning overall areas of responsibility which include quality standards, department policies and procedures, and service levels. - Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Coordinates, schedules, and conducts employee training/development necessary to meet established performance standards, teamwork, and service criteria. - Performs area inspections with assigned EVS staff, to evaluate/monitor performance, customer satisfaction, and infection control program compliance. - Ensures general inspections are completed daily and formal inspections are completed monthly in all building areas. - Supervises grounds keeping employees (if applicable) to ensure that work techniques, quality assurance standards, department policies and procedures and job specification are adhered to. - Assists in monitoring the budget. - Researches and resolves variances; identifies and recommends opportunities to decrease costs and increase service levels. In collaboration with human resources, manages labor relations activities of the department and ensures compliance with local contracts. - Provides ancillary support for scheduling and coordination of conference room setups, audio-visual equipment supervision. - Manages and maintains inventory supplies with established par levels. - Perform other duties as required. - Job may require supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant environmental services experience in healthcare environment required (usually three (3) to five (5) years). - Significant experience in working with bargaining units and contract interpretation (usually three (3) to five (5) years). - Previous experience in a lead or supervisory position required (usually two (2) years). - A.A. degree ortwo (2)years of college required or equivalent experience. - American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services (ASHES) or International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) Certification preferred. - Management skills, including interviewing, organizing, planning, and problem solving skills required. - Knowledge of hospital infection control, sanitation protocols and cleaning methods required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-25 19:56:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132806CASan Jose, CA28180625http://kp.jobs/xml/28180625/jobUSAMartinezTitle: Psychiatric Social Worker LCSW (12-014M) Location: Martinez, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Secondary Functions: - Works as a case manager in multidisciplinary team to members. - Coordinating care, need assessment, identifying and reducing risk factors, non-pharmacologic management; negotiating care plans and organizing processes to efficiently assure service standards are met. - Conducts face to face, telephone and or e-mail follow up visits and performs psychosocial and educational assessments; develops, implements evaluates documents care management plan. - Provides group and individual instruction. - Consults and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members regarding treatment plan for risk factor management, referrals as needed to specialists, pharmacy, social services, mental health, dietitians and health education classes. - Consults with primary care practitioners as needed in cooperation with Behavioral Medicine, Clinical Nutrition, Health Education. Participates and/or facilitates in an ongoing group visit that provide education and group interaction for members with Chronic Pain. - Complete documentation of patient's status, goal plan and progress. - Tracks the progress, and compliance with the care plan, for patients. Performs periodic needs assessment. Tracks emergency department visits for enrolled patients. - Other relevant responsibilities as defined, and developed by program leadership. - Collaborates with outside providers as needed. - Provides cognitive behavioral and other relevant modes of psychological interventions to individuals and groups. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker:Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Master's degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. - Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker: - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. Schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm Week 1: Mon - Fri Week 2: Tues - Fri2012-04-25 19:56:08United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131978CAMartinez, CA28180614http://kp.jobs/xml/28180614/jobUSAFremontTitle: Staff Nurse II Float - Inpatient Nursing Location: Fremont, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - FLOAT POOL - Three years experience as a Staff Nurse and demonstrated certifications and competency in bed units of assignment as outlined below. - CRITICAL CARE - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in Critical Care. Current ACLS certification required. Completion of a Critical Care course preferred. - STEPDOWN/OBSERVATION UNIT - One year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in an acute care setting. Current ACLS certification required within six months of hire. May require specialty training. Basic Arrhythmia recognition skills are required. Ventilator training may be required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-25 19:56:08United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132050CAFremont, CA28180616http://kp.jobs/xml/28180616/jobUSAMartinezTitle: Laboratory Assistant II - Grade 365 Location: Martinez, CA Under the direction and oversight of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, or designee, within the scope of Unlicensed Laboratory Personnel as described in B&PC 1269, receives and processes specimens, performs clerical tasks and performs phlebotomy. May operate automated or semi-automated test equipment, or plate and process microbiology specimens under the direct and constant supervision of a licensed person, as authorized by the California lab law. Essential Functions: - Draws blood from patient's finger, heel, or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples. - Obtains the correct amount and type of specimen. - Documents all requests and released results of lab work accurately. - Informs physicians of released lab results. - Completes appropriate routing, handling, and processing of various medical specimens. - Orders, distributes and stocks supplies as needed. - Trains and reports on the work performance of other Laboratory Assistants. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED. - California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). - Must be able to perform all Laboratory Assistant I duties. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-25 19:56:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129690CAMartinez, CA28180595http://kp.jobs/xml/28180595/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Cath Lab Day On-Call Location: San Francisco, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse. - CARDIAC CATH LAB - 1 year recent experience (within the last 3 years) in a cardiac cath lab, ACLS required. If no qualified candidate, willing to train RN with 1 year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in CVICU (preferred), ED, ICU or Interventional Radiology. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program and either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NALS and or PALS and or PEARS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-25 19:55:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128701CASan Francisco, CA28180592http://kp.jobs/xml/28180592/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Application Security Solution Consultant, Specialist Location: Pleasanton, CA As a member of the KP Information Security team, the Application Security Consultant is responsible for application security initiatives that help secure KP applications and data. This position supports, compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to the applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and license requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Essential Functions: This individual will help set the direction and be responsible for the rollout and operation of the following services: Web Application Firewall (WAF) Identify applications that will be protected by the WAF Tune WAF rules, review alerts, identify issues Database Monitoring Monitor databases, tune rules, review alerts, identify issues Deploy database monitoring agents/appliances to appropriate locations Work with network and application teams to deploy database monitoring systems Static code analysis Review automated static code analysis results and perform manual code reviews Work with developers and application owners to integrate static code analysis functionality into the SDLC Train staff on the use of static analysis tools and code review Web Application Scanning Review results from automated tools Perform manual application testing (minimal) Work with applications owners to set up automated scans of target applications Train staff on web application security issues and scan results Work with developers and application owners to mitigate application security vulnerabilities that are discovered Accountable for analyzing, validating, and planning application security services to expand coverage throughout KP Develop and deliver metrics to measure progress and improvement for all services Contribute to overall strategy and roadmap for continuous improvement of application security capabilities Accountable for identifying technical and process deficiencies and risks with current or new systems and recommends risk management strategies Opportunity to expand responsibilities into project and technical management roles Qualifications: Qualifications Bachelor's in Engineering, Computer Science or related field or 4 additional years of equivalent work experience in lieu of degree Must have a security background and an understanding of risk based approaches to prioritizing activities. At least 10 years of systems experience with application development, application security, information security, networking in a large-scale (1000+ servers), customer facing, highly available, distributed environment. Must be able to effectively communicate with business partners risk in non-technical terms. Solid understanding of web application security issues Solid understanding of common development languages and platforms such as Java/JEE, ASP.NET< http://asp.net/ >, C#, PHP, JavaScript, Flash, etc Experience with Web Application Firewalls like Imperva and F5 Experience with Static Code Analysis tools like Fortify and Quality Center. Experience with Web Application Scanners like Rational AppScan, HP WebInspect, Cenzic, WhiteHat Experience with other web application testing tools like Burp, WebScarab, Paros, etc. Thorough understanding of the rapidly changing computing landscape; its security related risk; and how to be proactively prepared for that change. Strong communication and leadership skills with the demonstrated ability to lead and influence technical professionals across the enterprise including education of fellow technology staff on detailed security requirements. Ability to evaluate risk based on situation and adapt security controls to match the risk. Comfortable with ambiguity as needs change on a regular basis with a high degree of initiative and sense of urgency. Excellent oral and written skills with the ability to interact with senior management, technical subject matter experts, and business customers are essential in this role. Ability to work on multiple, simultaneous initiatives of which he/she will apply their applicable business, technical and system functionality.2012-04-25 19:55:30United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132952CAPleasanton, CA28180355http://kp.jobs/xml/28180355/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Application Security Solution Consultant, Specialist Location: Pleasanton, CA As a member of the KP Information Security team, the Application Security Consultant is responsible for application security initiatives that help secure KP applications and data. This position supports, compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to the applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and license requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Essential Functions: This individual will help set the direction and be responsible for the rollout and operation of the following services: Web Application Firewall (WAF) Identify applications that will be protected by the WAF Tune WAF rules, review alerts, identify issues Database Monitoring Monitor databases, tune rules, review alerts, identify issues Deploy database monitoring agents/appliances to appropriate locations Work with network and application teams to deploy database monitoring systems Static code analysis Review automated static code analysis results and perform manual code reviews Work with developers and application owners to integrate static code analysis functionality into the SDLC Train staff on the use of static analysis tools and code review Web Application Scanning Review results from automated tools Perform manual application testing (minimal) Work with applications owners to set up automated scans of target applications Train staff on web application security issues and scan results Work with developers and application owners to mitigate application security vulnerabilities that are discovered Accountable for analyzing, validating, and planning application security services to expand coverage throughout KP Develop and deliver metrics to measure progress and improvement for all services Contribute to overall strategy and roadmap for continuous improvement of application security capabilities Accountable for identifying technical and process deficiencies and risks with current or new systems and recommends risk management strategies Opportunity to expand responsibilities into project and technical management roles Qualifications: Qualifications Bachelor's in Engineering, Computer Science or related field or 4 additional years of equivalent work experience in lieu of degree Must have a security background and an understanding of risk based approaches to prioritizing activities. At least 10 years of systems experience with application development, application security, information security, networking in a large-scale (1000+ servers), customer facing, highly available, distributed environment. Must be able to effectively communicate with business partners risk in non-technical terms. Solid understanding of web application security issues Solid understanding of common development languages and platforms such as Java/JEE, ASP.NET< http://asp.net/ >, C#, PHP, JavaScript, Flash, etc Experience with Web Application Firewalls like Imperva and F5 Experience with Static Code Analysis tools like Fortify and Quality Center. Experience with Web Application Scanners like Rational AppScan, HP WebInspect, Cenzic, WhiteHat Experience with other web application testing tools like Burp, WebScarab, Paros, etc. Thorough understanding of the rapidly changing computing landscape; its security related risk; and how to be proactively prepared for that change. Strong communication and leadership skills with the demonstrated ability to lead and influence technical professionals across the enterprise including education of fellow technology staff on detailed security requirements. Ability to evaluate risk based on situation and adapt security controls to match the risk. Comfortable with ambiguity as needs change on a regular basis with a high degree of initiative and sense of urgency. Excellent oral and written skills with the ability to interact with senior management, technical subject matter experts, and business customers are essential in this role. Ability to work on multiple, simultaneous initiatives of which he/she will apply their applicable business, technical and system functionality.2012-04-25 19:55:30United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132958CAPleasanton, CA28180357http://kp.jobs/xml/28180357/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Medicare Business Engine Environments Java Location: Pasadena, CA Located in Pasadena, California, Kaiser Permanente's Health PlanBIO - Membership Systems group is looking for an experienced Programmer/ Analyst Consultant Specialist to lead the Medicare Business Engine Environments. Description Kaiser Permanente's HP BIO/ Membership Systems & Contact Centers are the organization's center of excellence for the integration, development, maintenance, and support of local, regional, and national software solutions that support Kaiser Permanente's mission to provide quality, affordable care. It's all part of an immense and on-going migration to a national IT systems strategy to better serve our millions of members across the country. Thousands of professionals are committed to keeping both our local and national channels of clinical, insurance, financial, and administrative information flowing efficiently and cost-effectively. Supporting many mainframe, mid-range and client/server systems, we are simultaneously moving toward Web-enabled technologies utilizing SOA methodology in an MVS and UNIX-based operating systems. Oracle and DB2 are our enterprise database standard. Working in the HP BIO/ Membership Systems & Contact Centers group not only demands top technical knowledge, it also taps the best in 'emotional intelligence' because improving the lives of millions takes people who can connect with the day-to-day challenges of caring for them. Leading the revolution of the information age in health care at Kaiser Permanente, you can make a difference. Essential Functions: - Overseeing environment planning and coordinate with different groups based on the project needs and timelines - Plan and execute infrastructure and environment maintenance leveraging different support groups. - Single point of contact for environment related issues, coordination point for technical environment management - Help establish and enforce IT practices including security, data and release management - Escalation point for resolving organizational issues within KP. - Coordinate the Tools upgrades in the environments. - Establish and maintain strong working relationships with users, Testers, developers, and managers. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree and/or 4+ years of additional equivalent experience - A minimum of 8 years of related experience in conducting highest level analyses regarding programs/applications/systems and making strategic recommendations to management. - A minimum of 8 years of experience in development of new programs/application or maintaining and/or supporting existing programs/systems. - Technical experience with complex midrange platforms involving 2-tier and 3-tier architectures - Understanding of current database, middleware and front end technologies - Some technical exposure and experience with infrastructure components like hardware, network topologies, etc - Strong IT process and procedure expertise - Excellent team leadership and communication skills - Experience working under structured and complex Release Management - Strong team focus and ability to work well under deadlines. - Must be able to work through solutions and ideas with multiple local and remote departments and will be required to effectively present suggested ideas to groups of various sizes both local and remote. - Must be able to travel for a multi-night stays if duties require on-site meetings with other groups at any of the various Kaiser locations nationally. - Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills Required Skills and Experience - Java/J2EE - experienced - Websphere - experienced - Oracle - experienced Preferred Skills and Qualifications - Experience with Remedy - Knowledge of SOX change management controls. - Exposure to messaging/Websphere Message Broker - Exposure to Citrix - Exposure to SFTP - Exposure to Windows applications and scripting on Windows2012-04-25 19:55:30United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia133061CAPasadena, CA28180361http://kp.jobs/xml/28180361/jobUSABaldwin ParkTitle: LVL III Staff RN - Clinic Location: Baldwin Park, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: This is a Repost of 127208 Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS certification - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in hemodialysis or 1-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience performing peritoneal dialysis. Notes: - Positionrequires to take 24 hours after hours call rotated with all RN staff.2012-04-24 18:14:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131643CABaldwin Park, CA28142777http://kp.jobs/xml/28142777/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Clinical Sup PT/OT Services Location: Woodland Hills, CA In collaboration with department administrator, provides direction and management of the Inpatient Physical and Occupational Therapy Services as well as administrative support for linkages to outpatient physical and occupational therapy services. As a member of the facility's management team, responsible for program development, management, and delivery and evaluation/improvement. Integrates program or departmental services/programs with facility/organizational goals and objectives. Essential Functions: - In collaboration with Department Administration: Develops, implements, and evaluates/improves clinical services and therapeutic programs for Inpatient and Outpatient Physical/Occupational Therapy services. - Maintains liaison and collaborates with other departments for purposes of patient care/program planning. - Meets with Nursing Leadership as necessary to address patient care service enhancements and/or issues. - Supervises staff and students. - Responsible for hiring, discipline, performance appraisals, staffing, creating job descriptions, staff recruitment and retention. - Implements and manages Performance Improvement systems/processes for inpatient physical/occupational therapy department and linkages to outpatient PT/OT services. - Complies with all state and federal agency regulatory requirements and standards. - May implement student clinical training program which provides students with necessary levels of learning and application of theory and techniques; instructs, directs and evaluates student clinical practice. - Develops, justifies, and monitors annual financial, capital, and FTE budgets for Inpatient PT/OT services. - Develops, implements, and revises departmental Policy and Procedure Manual in compliance with JCAHO, Title 22 requirements and Behavioral Healthcare standards. - Represents Inpatient Physical/Occupational Therapy department at facility-wide management meetings and other appropriate committees. - Participates on management team by attending meetings, chairing, or serving on committees and performing other duties as assigned. - Provides direct patient care activities in both inpatient and outpatient arena as required by service demands. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy (P.T.) or Occupational Therapy (O.T.). - Master's degree preferred. - Current and valid Licensure as a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist issued by State Board of California. - Significant experience, usually five (5) + years, in physical therapy or occupational therapy programs with past hands-on inpatient and outpatient experience. - Previous experience as a lead or senior physical/occupational therapist. - Six (6) plus months in a supervisory role within PT and/or OT services preferred. PreferredQualifications: - CI credentialed - Doctorate of PT preferred. - Experience with local and regional continuing education program and contract development. - Staff mentoring, protocol development, highly trained therapist with advanced certifications preferred. Notes: - Must be willing to work evenings and weekends for the purpose of speaker presentations, set up etc... as needed2012-04-24 18:14:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132367CAWoodland Hills, CA28142779http://kp.jobs/xml/28142779/jobUSABaldwin ParkTitle: Biomed Equip Tech Location: Baldwin Park, CA Under general supervision, the Biomedical Equipment Technician provides & documents preventive & corrective maintenance on a variety of mechanical, electrical, & electronic biomedical equipment. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Performs & documents biomedical equipment repairs as well as tests all new & repaired biomedical equipment before it is put into use - Performs & documents scheduled inspections & maintenance, as well as electrical safety tests of biomedical equipment necessary to maintain conformance to code requirements - Investigates & recommends remedial action on incidents involving biomedical equipment - Ensures that an inventory of biomedical equipment, replacement parts & standby equipment necessary to minimize disruption of patient care is maintained - Assists in training medical, nursing & paramedical staff in the safe use of biomedical equipment - Provides technical support on new & replacement biomedical equipment & reviews work performed by outside service vendors to ensure defined specifications are met & results are properly documented - Keeps abreast of current developments in biomedical equipment & systems, as required - Establishes & maintains courteous, cooperative relations when interacting w/ other personnel, Health Plan members & the public - Performs other related duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of electronic medical repair experience - Associate of applied science degree in electronics technologyOR equivalent PreferredQualifications: - CBET certification - Experience maintaining a variety of biomedical equipment technologies, including patient monitoring, dialysis, respiratory ventilators, lasers and PC based medical equipment. - Networking and connectivity technology is a plus Notes: - Occasional travel to attend training seminars and meetings - Duties may require limited travel, temporary shift and/or work assignments at other locations within the service area2012-04-24 18:14:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131083CABaldwin Park, CA28142774http://kp.jobs/xml/28142774/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Biomed Equip Tech Location: San Diego, CA Under general supervision, the Biomedical Equipment Technician provides & documents preventive & corrective maintenance on a variety of mechanical, electrical, & electronic biomedical equipment. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Performs & documents biomedical equipment repairs as well as tests all new & repaired biomedical equipment before it is put into use - Performs & documents scheduled inspections & maintenance, as well as electrical safety tests of biomedical equipment necessary to maintain conformance to code requirements - Investigates & recommends remedial action on incidents involving biomedical equipment - Ensures that an inventory of biomedical equipment, replacement parts & standby equipment necessary to minimize disruption of patient care is maintained - Assists in training medical, nursing & paramedical staff in the safe use of biomedical equipment - Provides technical support on new & replacement biomedical equipment & reviews work performed by outside service vendors to ensure defined specifications are met & results are properly documented - Keeps abreast of current developments in biomedical equipment & systems, as required - Establishes & maintains courteous, cooperative relations when interacting w/ other personnel, Health Plan members & the public - Performs other related duties as required Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of electronic medical repair experience - Associate of applied science degree in electronics technologyOR equivalent Preferred Qualifications: - Must possess and maintain a valid California Drivers License. - Minimum of two (2) years of hands on experience in the performance of scheduled and corrective maintenance on patient care equipment. - Familiarity with general Medical Technologies and Patient Related Electrical Safety. - Eligible for ICC certification - Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET) - Good troubleshooting skills. Experience with basic computer functions. - Experience maintaining a variety of Medical Technologies (Patient Monitoring, Dialysis, Respiratory Ventilators, Lasers and PC based medical equipment). - Networking and Connectivity Technology. - Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and have a working knowledge of typical office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and Lotus Notes). - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Good organizational skills. - Good customer / people skills Notes: - Occasional travel to attend training seminars and meetings - May required limited travel, temporary shift and/or work assignment s at other locations within the service area2012-04-24 18:14:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130628CASan Diego, CA28142770http://kp.jobs/xml/28142770/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: SSD Lead Health Care Systems Specialist - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Works independently with various levels of clients within the organization and with outside parties to identify operational business requirements with sufficient detail and clarity to allow IT solution proposal development. Integrates clinical systems into cross functional operations. Oversees & performs independent initiatives within a functional area. Provides business and technical expertise and leadership to business technical staff. Essential Functions: - Assist with application technical and operational knowledge in the analysis of client requirements in project areas such as: IT testing and product acceptance, gap analysis, development of new business operating models with innovative approaches to IT solutions support and available product functionality, operational readiness assessment, and others. - Accountable for cross functional task forces to identify and document functional requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system specifications. - Facilitates meetings and presents to various levels of management including senior levels. - Conducts and approves analysis of client business processes and functional requirements, and prepares/approves documentation to communicate and validate the information with clients at various levels. - Assist in and approves the analysis and definition of efficient, cost effective solutions which support client business processes and functional requirements. - Works with vendors to investigate technical solutions and identify and recommend alternatives and coordinate vendor releases. - Assist in and approves the development of comprehensive business cases with cost, service, and benefit dimensions of proposed IT projects that are used at various levels for funding and scope decisions. - Approves for implementation solutions and/or business cases (e.g., system enhancement requests) of limited operational impact (e.g., low end user impact, low effort service requests). - Provide leadership in supporting the implementation of initiatives into deployment using project management methodologies. - Develops and/or approves test & activation support plans, business requirement documents, and works with client to perform cross functional risk assessment. - Leads the coordination of solution development and oversees implementation of initiatives into deployment using project management methodologies. - Serve as a single point of contact for the escalation and resolution of client issues and acts as a liaison between business clients and IT technical staff. - Perform systems configuration work. - Evaluate existing application products which could address client requirements and develop/approve recommendations where appropriate. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6)plus years experience in information systems analysis or implementation or health care operations (master's degree in related field can be used in lieu ofone (1)year of experience). - Bachelor's or master's degree in health care, information systems, computer science, engineering or related fields or experience required. - KPHC certified via Epic or via Kaiser Permanente's internal certification process. - Vehicle and valid driver's license required. - Prior progressively more complex responsibilities and accountabilities in a large mainframe or client server environment preferred. - Knowledge in health care, clinical systems, information systems, or other related field preferred. - Expert skills in critical thinking and analysis, meeting facilitation, verbal and written communications, and interpersonal interactions (e.g., partnering, conflict management, consulting, etc). - Proficient with PC applications including database, spreadsheet, word processing, presentation software and graphics packages. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Prefer experience project managing and providing steady state maintenance support activities for the KPHC Ambulatory, including experience handling issues related to Security and security templates. - Additionally, experience working with Ancillary partners preferred.2012-04-24 18:14:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130642CAPasadena, CA28142772http://kp.jobs/xml/28142772/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Professional Services Coder I Location: Harbor City, CA Under direct supervision, is responsible for professional service & ancillary coding for ambulatory/medical office, hospital inpatient & hospital outpatient department records and/or other select records. This will require utilizing various coding classification schemes including ICD-9CM, CPT (including E&M & HCPCS Level II & modifiers). Appropriate codes will be assigned for diagnoses, procedures, evaluation & management services, supplies, materials & injections including modifiers. All work is carried out in accordance w/ the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) guidelines, coding conventions as established by the American Hospital Association (National Coding Guidelines/Coding Clinic), American Medical Association (CPT), Rules & Regulations of the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) KP organizational/institutional coding guidelines. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Reviews medical records to identify diagnoses, procedures, professional service level & other services & supplies - Assigns & sequences codes for diagnoses, procedures, professional services & other services as needed utilizing the applicable coding conventions as stated above per regulatory guidelines - Reviews coding claim edits & functions - Ensures that all coded data is consistent w/ federal & state regulations & organizational policy as it relates to corporate compliance policy for accurate coding - Interacts w/ physicians through a query process to clarify documentation to support accurate patient diagnostic & procedural information - Enters coded information into a manual or computerized system as required, ensuring the accuracy & integrity of the data - Maintains timely coding productivity & quality standards - Participates in medical record documentation review - Maintains & complies w/ HIPAA policies & procedures for confidentiality of all patient records - Demonstrates knowledge of security of systems by not sharing computer logons - Attends & participates in selected national, regional & local documentation & coding education sessions - Works collaboratively w/ others on coding questions & issues - Answers the telephone promptly & identifies self & department - Maintains courteous & cooperative relations when interacting w/ others - Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor Qualifications: Pay Grade: 15 Basic Qualifications: - Completion of classes in Medical Terminology, Anatomy/ Physiology, International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-9) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding conventions conforming to standards established by the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), American Medical Association, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) or successful completion of an American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) accredited coding certification preparation program - Requires one of the following current credentials: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H), Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A), Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - Obtain a passing score on a KP Professional Services Coder I coding assessment - Ability to understand the clinical content of a health record - Ability to effectively communicate w/ physicians & other health care providers - Ability to perform within acceptable established quality standards - Keyboarding skills Notes: - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-04-24 18:14:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129238CAHarbor City, CA28142766http://kp.jobs/xml/28142766/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Professional Services Coder I Location: Harbor City, CA Under direct supervision, is responsible for professional service & ancillary coding for ambulatory/medical office, hospital inpatient & hospital outpatient department records and/or other select records. This will require utilizing various coding classification schemes including ICD-9CM, CPT (including E&M & HCPCS Level II & modifiers). Appropriate codes will be assigned for diagnoses, procedures, evaluation & management services, supplies, materials & injections including modifiers. All work is carried out in accordance w/ the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) guidelines, coding conventions as established by the American Hospital Association (National Coding Guidelines/Coding Clinic), American Medical Association (CPT), Rules & Regulations of the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) KP organizational/institutional coding guidelines. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Reviews medical records to identify diagnoses, procedures, professional service level & other services & supplies - Assigns & sequences codes for diagnoses, procedures, professional services & other services as needed utilizing the applicable coding conventions as stated above per regulatory guidelines - Reviews coding claim edits & functions - Ensures that all coded data is consistent w/ federal & state regulations & organizational policy as it relates to corporate compliance policy for accurate coding - Interacts w/ physicians through a query process to clarify documentation to support accurate patient diagnostic & procedural information - Enters coded information into a manual or computerized system as required, ensuring the accuracy & integrity of the data - Maintains timely coding productivity & quality standards - Participates in medical record documentation review - Maintains & complies w/ HIPAA policies & procedures for confidentiality of all patient records - Demonstrates knowledge of security of systems by not sharing computer logons - Attends & participates in selected national, regional & local documentation & coding education sessions - Works collaboratively w/ others on coding questions & issues - Answers the telephone promptly & identifies self & department - Maintains courteous & cooperative relations when interacting w/ others - Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor Qualifications: Pay Grade: 15 Basic Qualifications: - Completion of classes in Medical Terminology, Anatomy/ Physiology, International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-9) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding conventions conforming to standards established by the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), American Medical Association, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) or successful completion of an American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) accredited coding certification preparation program - Requires one of the following current credentials: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H), Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A), Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - Obtain a passing score on a KP Professional Services Coder I coding assessment - Ability to understand the clinical content of a health record - Ability to effectively communicate w/ physicians & other health care providers - Ability to perform within acceptable established quality standards - Keyboarding skills Notes: - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-04-24 18:14:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129242CAHarbor City, CA28142767http://kp.jobs/xml/28142767/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - PACU Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS Certification. - 1-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in PACU, or Critical Care or completion of a KP PACU course or approved equivalent within prior 12 months. -Current ACLS and PALS card required. -Ability to take call within a 30 minute response time. Preferred Qualifications: - BSN degree -CPAN, CAPA, ACLS, PALS, cerifications -Basic computer skills to include Word. - Experienced in recovering adult and pediatric procedural sedation patients. Notes: - Off hours and weekend on-call/standby. - Float to pre-op.2012-04-24 18:14:03United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia121891CALos Angeles, CA28142764http://kp.jobs/xml/28142764/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Administrative Assistant IV, Internal Audit Services (Pasadena, CA) Location: Pasadena, CA Kaiser Permanente Administrative Assistant IV, Internal Audit Services Pasadena, CA Kaiser Permanente (KP) is looking for anAdministrative Assistant IVin Pasadena. This position will support the Internal Audit Services (IAS) team. Essential Functions: - Answers phone calls and e-mails and directs inquiries to appropriate parties based on functional/operational knowledge; may respond to routine to moderately complex inquiries directly. - Manages heavy calendaring to include arranging complex special events requiring solid understanding of event requirements and coordination of dependencies. - Arranges travel, completes expense reports, organizes documents. - Provides backup coverage to other assistants on the IAS team. - Coordinate closely with stakeholders and their administrative staff. - Drafts more complex and detailed correspondence for executives using KP knowledge and advanced business acumen; independently updates department documents as needed. - Uses basic to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications, depending upon department or business needs. - Assists with complex custom reports and cross-functional initiatives that require project coordination (e.g., data collection and validation, project reporting, etc.) - Monitors and resolves administrative budget issues to include billing and payment authorization for planned and unplanned expenses and special events; handles recharges across business units, tracks and accounts for executive travel/business expenses. - Interacts regularly with KP employees at all levels across multiple organizations, as well as external representatives as a liaison, to gather, exchange, and compare/contrast pertinent operational information for others' use. - Coordinates administrative workflow of the department; recommends new processes as needed. - Directs and delegates to other administrative assistants on work processes and best practices. - Requires continuous use of technical and business vocabulary and a detailed knowledge of the organization's operations, policies, procedures, and personnel. - Analyzes problems, determines approach, compiles and analyzes data, and prepares reports/recommendations. - Works independently to anticipate and meet business needs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma or GED required. - Minimum of 7 years of administrative assistant experience supporting at the department head or executive level. - As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in creative and effective ways. - Required previous experience managing dynamic calendars for management including event planning with external vendors. - Must posses advanced verbal and writing skills to compose more difficult, detailed correspondence and to recommend updates to department documents as needed. - Advanced knowledge of the following Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint. - Advanced skills with processing complex invoices. - Advanced knowledge of email and office equipment (fax, phone, copier, etc.). - Requires ability to learn and apply an advanced understanding of a large, complex organization and its customers. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience supporting executive level and multiple managers. - Experience working in a large complex organization and with its customers. - Experience working knowledge of Lotus Notes.2012-04-24 18:13:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132697CAPasadena, CA28142758http://kp.jobs/xml/28142758/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Technology and Data Management Lead Location: Oakland, CA The National Product Solutions Technology and Data Team is responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining the Technical capabilities and Data Interfaces that support Products within Kaiser's Marketing Sales and Service community. The Products we support are primarily Insurance related Products (Self Insured Product, HRA, HSA etc.). Under the general direction of the Senior Manager, this position will be responsible for cross functional coordination to ensure appropriate integration of thefunctional and technical area to meet business deliverables for our External and Internal Customers. This position will be responsible for supporting our Product Operations Teams with the Technical expertise and Product Subject Matter Expert knowledge to resolve customer related issues with our Products. You will work closely with National/Regional business partners, Kaiser IT Teams and several vendors to implement/enhance Technical capabilities and resolve issues related to various Products that KP sells. You will also closely work with Customer Implementation Teams to on-board New Clients on our Products and also to help in Renewal of existing Clients during their Open Enrollment. Essential Functions: - Manage Technical Capabilities: In conjunction with KP National and Regional Business Teams, IT Teams and vendors, manage any issues related to our Product's Technical capabilities. Identify Root cause and resolve issues within the SLA commitments. Track and monitor availability of the infrastructure. Track and report metrics for the infrastructure. Establish Policies with Supplier Group to efficiently support the Infrastructure. - Improve Technical and Data Processing functions: Recommend and manage on-going changes to the Technical capabilities and Data processing. Identify and implement process improvements as required. - Extract/Interface Management: In conjunction with KP IT and other vendors, design/build/run the processes, policies, and tools required to manage the extracts delivered by Our Customers, Internal KP and our vendors to all destinations. Monitor daily activity. Manage technical errors/fallout. Initiate corrective action when required. Use basic database and data processing skills to manage any manual processing required as part of the errors/fallout. Recommend and manage on-going changes to the Data Extracts/Reports Track and report metrics to management. - Customer Implementation Technology Lead: Design/build/run the processes, policies, and tools to support the technology activities within the customer install process, including but not limited to: Customer Technology Pre-assessment, RFP Process, Eligibility File Handling requirements and any other custom requirements that requires Technical expertise. Tracking/monitoring of all Activities related to Customer Installation for New Clients coming on board or Annual Renewals. Participate in pre-sales activities to solution and develop customer-specific solutions - Technology Planning: Research and recommend changes to the technology architecture to address efficiency opportunities, new available technologies, and/or regulatory requirements. Initiate projects to implement new capabilities. Act as business owner for new projects throughout the SDLC. Enhance/Improve our Architecture to improve the performance or to make it more efficient and user friendly for our Operations Teams. - Release Management for the Self Funded Product: Design/build/run the processes and policies to implement changes or new functionality into the Self Funded Product's technology environment. Coordinate releases across all parties/platforms. Define policies/processes to address standard, urgent, and emergency releases. Track and report metrics for releases. - Technology SME: Effectively manage Technology/Data requirements of our Customers, Operations Teams and the Regions. Work with Supplier Groups KPIT (Matrixed Organization) and Vendors to provide Solutions/capabilities/process that would meet our End user needs - Tools: Develop and own the infrastructure to store, maintain, track, and report on Technology Infrastructure issues/enhancements/changes, process, and policy documents. - Facilitator: Effectively facilitate discussions and issues to bring items to resolution, assess issues/risks that impact the Technology/Data of our Products; develop recommended solutions to mitigate these issues/risks. - Leadership/Executive alignment: Develop and maintain alignment with national and regional executive stakeholders in relation to business process and policy strategic direction and future business objectives. - Strategic Assessment: Assess new business strategies/objectives/requirements and develops recommended new/changed requirements, processes, and polices for presentation to the national and regional program leadership Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in technology, engineering, and/or business administration or related field or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - Minimum of 5 years experience in technology operations and planning role, including two years in a consulting role - Minimum of 3 years of health care experience (Account Management, Claims, Project Management, operations, etc.) - Ability to educate and influence complex, cross-functional business partners on the KP Products that we support and administer. - Ability to define, develop, document and implement formal Policies and Procedures related to our products and services - Experience in highly matrixed organizations - Advance knowledge of MS Access, Excel, Word, PPT, and Visio. - Basic SQL Programming experience (SQL, Access) - Ability to interface productively with external vendors, brokers and customers - Ability to act as an SME and listen and solve issues for our External and Internal Customers. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of Healthcare products (e.g. Self Funding, CDHC, etc.) and operations to support their administration - Knowledge of health plan administration and operational needs for Self-Funded products is a plus - Masters Degree in technology, engineering and/or business administration2012-04-24 18:13:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132878CAOakland, CA28142763http://kp.jobs/xml/28142763/jobUSABerkeleyTitle: Entry Level Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Sr. Clinical Laboratory Scientist [BRK015] Location: Berkeley, CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist, (includes CLS Sr., CLS, and Entry Level CLS) Under the general direction of the Laboratory Director, or their designee, performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures and analyses to provide data for health maintenance, diagnoses, treatment and monitoring of medical conditions. Enhances quality of patient care and service through interdepartmental cooperation and quality assurance protocols. Essential Functions: - Correctly verifies that the proper specimen is being analyzed for the correct patients and that the correct test is being performed. - Judges the adequacy and qualities of specimens submitted for testing. - Analyzes clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures approved by the Laboratory Director or designee. - Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data. - Utilizes test reference ranges (including neonates, pediatric and adult) to determine reasonableness of test results. - Validates test results through correlation with test parameters (e.g. Hgb/Hct, anion gap, platelet count/smear, dipstick/micro etc.) - Confirms testing on all Critical Values to ensure accuracy prior to releasing of test results. - Performs routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure. - Performs and documents instrument function by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data. - Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment. - Releases or reports results per Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures. - Trains laboratory assistants on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice. - Performs other related duties as necessary. Additional Duties and Responsibilities: - Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Entry Level - Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. - Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. - Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Sr. - Trains laboratory assistants, and other Clinical Laboratory Scientists, on proper techniques/procedures related to clinical laboratory practice. Assist with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities consistent with the Laboratory Quality Plan. Provides general or direct supervision of Lab Assistants and general Clerical Personnel as required according to lab law and regulations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Sr. CLS minimum 3 years of experience, CLS minimum 6 months of experience, Entry Level CLS = none. - Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or related field. Applicable military experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree. - Current California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License/Valid Temporary California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License for entry level CLS. - Computer application experience/proficiency preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-24 18:13:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131627CABerkeley, CA28142738http://kp.jobs/xml/28142738/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing (Vodden) - Temporary Location: Santa Clara, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - PACU (Main OR and ASU) - Two years recent (within last 3 years) experience in PACU or Critical Care Unit. Current ACLS certification required. PALS required within six months of hire if caring for pediatric population. Must be able to take call and respond within the hospital required response time. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Expected length of employment: Up to 90 days.2012-04-24 18:13:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131675CASanta Clara, CA28142740http://kp.jobs/xml/28142740/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing (D Fox) - Temporary Location: Santa Clara, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - PACU (Main OR and ASU) - Two years recent (within last 3 years) experience in PACU or Critical Care Unit. Current ACLS certification required. PALS required within six months of hire if caring for pediatric population. Must be able to take call and respond within the hospital required response time. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Week 1: Mon Wed Thurs Fri 6:00am - 2:30pm Week 2: Sun 7:30am - 4:00pm, Mon Wed Fri 6:00am - 2:30pm Expected length of employment: Up to 90 days.2012-04-24 18:13:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131674CASanta Clara, CA28142739http://kp.jobs/xml/28142739/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Electrocardiography Technician - Grade 445 (W12-35) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Responsible for conducting non-invasive cardiac procedures under the direction of a physician, Physician assistant, Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Scope includes Nuclear Medicine, Treadmills, Holters and Tracemasters. Essential Functions: - Operates EKG equipment, including specialized equipment such as treadmills, holter and event monitors, pacemaker, etc. Accurately applies lead placements to patients to ensure best possible recording. - Performs treadmill testing, Holter application, Event monitor application, signal average ECG and 12 lead ECG when dept needs arise. - Assist and prepares patients for the following procedures: Holter hookup and treadmill - Prepares ECG tracing for interpretation indicating the correct required information - Prepares paperwork and EKG for physician interpretation for hospitalization of patient - Participates as a member of the team in non-invasive procedures such as pacemaker clinics, Holter monitor, treadmill and cardiac profusion testing - Maintains accurate and complete files making copies of cardiac procedures and assist with any other paperwork as required - Greet patients in a pleasant and professional manner - Explains procedures to patients - Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal relationship skills when interacting with others. Displays tact, establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations with the public, patients, members of the team and other personnel - Promotes, ensures and improves customer service to the internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent with the organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality service - Responds to all acute emergency situations in a timely manner - Maintains equipment in operating order and notifies supervisor of needed repairs - Maintains safe and orderly work area. Provides safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff in compliance with policy and procedure as delineated in the department safety and infection control manuals - May orient other technicians to equipment utilization/procedures, alerts appropriate personnel to difficulties requiring personal attention - Answers telephones and relays messages courteously and accurately - Actively participates in education programs and staff meetings scheduled by the department Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma or Equivalent - EKG Certification from an accredited program minimum of 3 months or longer - BLS certification required - One (1) year clinical experience as an EKG technician within the last three years preferred - Working knowledge of computers required Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-04-24 18:13:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131052CAWalnut Creek, CA28142731http://kp.jobs/xml/28142731/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Electrocardiography Technician - Grade 445 (W12-36) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Responsible for conducting non-invasive cardiac procedures under the direction of a physician, Physician assistant, Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Scope includes Nuclear Medicine, Treadmills, Holters and Tracemasters. Essential Functions: - Operates EKG equipment, including specialized equipment such as treadmills, holter and event monitors, pacemaker, etc. Accurately applies lead placements to patients to ensure best possible recording. - Performs treadmill testing, Holter application, Event monitor application, signal average ECG and 12 lead ECG when dept needs arise. - Assist and prepares patients for the following procedures: Holter hookup and treadmill - Prepares ECG tracing for interpretation indicating the correct required information - Prepares paperwork and EKG for physician interpretation for hospitalization of patient - Participates as a member of the team in non-invasive procedures such as pacemaker clinics, Holter monitor, treadmill and cardiac profusion testing - Maintains accurate and complete files making copies of cardiac procedures and assist with any other paperwork as required - Greet patients in a pleasant and professional manner - Explains procedures to patients - Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal relationship skills when interacting with others. Displays tact, establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations with the public, patients, members of the team and other personnel - Promotes, ensures and improves customer service to the internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent with the organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations and quality service - Responds to all acute emergency situations in a timely manner - Maintains equipment in operating order and notifies supervisor of needed repairs - Maintains safe and orderly work area. Provides safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff in compliance with policy and procedure as delineated in the department safety and infection control manuals - May orient other technicians to equipment utilization/procedures, alerts appropriate personnel to difficulties requiring personal attention - Answers telephones and relays messages courteously and accurately - Actively participates in education programs and staff meetings scheduled by the department Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma or Equivalent - EKG Certification from an accredited program minimum of 3 months or longer - BLS certification required - One (1) year clinical experience as an EKG technician within the last three years preferred - Working knowledge of computers required Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-04-24 18:13:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131054CAWalnut Creek, CA28142732http://kp.jobs/xml/28142732/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Emergency Department Technician I - Grade 180 [SAC12-1280-30] Location: Sacramento, CA Under direct supervision of the physician and/or designee, assists in examination and treatment of patients. Essential Functions: - Performs w/in the scope & training of the EDT, & consistent State/Federal regulations including EMTALA, HIPAA & other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality & risk mgmt - Provision of competent patient care, for all ages, acuities & conditions in the population the facility serves, including ensuring age-specific care & responding to cultural needs of patients & families - Follows lines of authority - Proficient in English for effective oral & written communication - Completes duties w/regard to workplace safety practices & policies, including infection control, & mgmt of aggressive behaviors - Proficiency in the use of computers & telecommunications in documentation, tracking, & conveying information - Maintains required certifications & continuing education requirements per dept. & facility standards - Establishes priorities based on essential patient needs & available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, & supplies - Documents patient care & unit activities in a timely, accurate, & concise manner - Demonstrates an awareness & sensitivity to staff & patient/family rights, cultural & ethical beliefs - Participates in ED staff meetings, in-services, & performance improvement activities - Establishes effective working relationships w/team members, patients, & families - Requires dependable attendance to shifts & flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues - Assists w/rooming & undressing of patients at the direction of the RN - Obtains, records & reports vital signs, EKG's, heights, weights & inputs/outputs of patients as directed & per dept. policy - May be required to draw blood - Assists physicians & nurses w/various procedures, including positioning & set up of draping & prepping - Applies monitoring devices, preps patient for suturing, wound cleaning, application of dressings, orthopedic devices, & crutch fitting - Assists patients to/from bathroom & general ambulation as needed - Assists health care team in emergency situations including resuscitation - Assists w/discharge process under direction of physician or nurse - Cleans ED gurneys & equipment for efficient provision of care - Ensures patient belongings are bagged & tagged and provides post-mortem care - Prepares requisitions for lab, imaging & medical records and carries out basic clerical duties of the Unit Assistant as needed - Conducts pharmacy, lab, nutrition & imaging pick-ups & deliveries, including specimen transport, as needed - Responsible for the quality control checks of urine dipsticks and demonstrates ability to implement community resources - Ability to pull charts from file room, to properly fill after-hours paperwork, & to properly apply splints per MD orders - To be able to perform the duties of a receptionist, cash handling, customer service, greeting patients, filling out paperwork as well as identifying patients, & being able to demonstrate proper body mechanics & lift techniques when transporting patients - Perform other related duties as necessary - This job has no supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of related experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assistant with certification as specified by the Medical Board of California, or equivalent (e.g. military experience) or, completion of an ED or UCC externship in an unlicensed assistive personnel externship or, completion of first semester of clinical course work in a nursing program - High School Diploma/GED - CA Limited Phlebotomy Certification (LPT) or Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), if job requires 'skin puncture' for lab testing purposes and Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), if job requires 'blood draw' for lab testing purposes - BLS required - Demonstrated ability to use personal computer - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers) - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills in English - Good interpersonal skills - Knowledge of medical terminology - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-04-24 18:13:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131252CASacramento, CA28142733http://kp.jobs/xml/28142733/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Consultant Location: Oakland, CA Provides high quality & cost effective project management, management consulting, & analytic support services or technical expertise and has sole responsibility for large complex analytical projects. Essential Functions: - Leads, makes significant contributions, &/or provides technical leadership to high visibility projects to identify & resolve issues of strategic importance to the organization - Interfaces regularly w/ senior management to produce timely & valuable results - Sets the strategic direction of projects - Determines goals & priorities w/ management team sponsors - Establishes team membership & negotiates time commitments & resources - Develops proposals for clients outlining proposed project structure, approach, & work plan - Provides staff leadership to project teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants when needed - Designs research plans for data gathering & analysis; participates significantly in interpreting analysis & developing action plans accordingly - Produces or oversees development of written materials for senior executives & other key clients - Plans & facilitates meetings - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences - Assists, as needed, in planning & coordinating w/ other ongoing teams & projects to maximize effectiveness - Participates in the development & management of the department, including coaching, recruiting, and conducting performance reviews for consultants/analysts, & other departmental activities Specific Role: This position is affiliated with the Northern California Patient Care Services (PCS) department, which primarily holds responsibility for inpatient (hospital) nursing. This position is on the Operational Strategy & Implementation (OSI) team, a small team who works in partnership with the clinical directors of Regional PCS in their efforts to achieve strategic priorities through leading collaborative initiatives and providing consultative assistance to the medical center management teams. Specifically, the OSI team skill set is in providing: strategic planning & prioritization project management (e.g. work plans and action plans) daily program oversight and maintenance business communications (e.g. executive summaries and presentations) business case analysis & development This specific position will focus on the initiatives, programs, relationships, values and behaviors that result in a caring-healing environment and an excellent care experience for our Adult Services patients, especially those in our Critical Care units. In addition, this position will contribute leadership and support to our commitment to integrate the Caring Science theory into daily practice by our nurses. Caring Science provides a foundation for integrative, collaborative, patient-centric caring and healing. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 5 or more years of experience in one of the technical areas required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field - Master's degree preferred - Ability to determine the key business issues & develop appropriate action plans from multidisciplinary perspectives - Ability to conduct & interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis - Proven leadership skills in project management & consulting - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, & results orientation - Understanding of the operations of KP, health policy trends, & any applicable regulations related to the responsible technical area - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-04-24 18:13:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia125112CAOakland, CA28142725http://kp.jobs/xml/28142725/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Location: Redwood City, CA Selects & administers intravenous, spinal & other anesthetics prior to & during surgical or medical procedures, as a member of the anesthesia care team & in accordance w/ Kaiser Permanente policies & procedures. Monitors patient reactions & vital signs during & after anesthesia & takes remedial action when warranted. Submits postoperative report on patient condition, & maintains records of anesthetics administered. Performs procedures outside of the OR, in accordance w/ KP policies & procedures, established competency, & MD order. Essential Functions: - Conducts &/or reviews anesthetic evaluation of patients prior to surgical proceedings, deliveries or other pertinent medical procedures in hospital setting; consults w/ anesthesiologists &/or surgeons. - Reviews patients charts, including permits, pre-operative medications, lab work, & any other significant variations, such as hearing aids, dentures, contact lenses, or other prostheses, in accordance w/ KP's policies & procedures & the departmental policy. - Evaluates patients to identify apparent difficulties w/ airway control, etc. - Ensures that all pre-anesthesia evaluations are documented thoroughly according to policies & standards. - Explains tests, procedures & disease processes to patients & their family as indicated; explains the major anesthetic risks to patients as requested & documents that the risks are explained to patients. - Develops the care regimen of assigned patients; reviews the care regimen w/ the supervising physician & gains concurrence; implements the anesthesia plan; starts IV solution, administers selected anesthetic, choice of anesthetic consistent w/ patient safety, surgical need, possible post operative complications, & patients history & conditions & evaluates & manages the patient, according to departmental policy. - Participates w/ post anesthesia care unit personnel in a patient safety oriented interface when patients are transferred from the surgery suite. - Monitors patients' vital signs, such as blood pressure & observes any significant physical changes; informs anesthesiologist &/or surgeon of patient's condition & takes any necessary remedial action such as infant resuscitation when necessary. - Mixes solutions to required concentrations, such as Pentothal, Succinylcholine, vaso-active drugs etc. - Keeps current accurate & complete record of procedures performed & patients' conditions immediately prior to the administration of anesthesia according to established standards. - Performs procedures done outside of OR, such as intubation, arterial line placement, etc., in accordance w/ policies & procedures, competencies, & physician order. - Charts details of procedures done on progress notes. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program. - Graduate of an accredited school of anesthesia. - Current California RN License. - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist & registered in the State of California. - BLS required. - ACLS preferred. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be eligible for Medicare/Medi-Cal enrollment. Medicare enrollment requires current certification by one of the following organizations: Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists or the Council on Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists. - Demonstrated understanding of all regulatory requirements & legal consequences of anesthesia care. - Proven ability to exercise professional prerogatives based on sound clinical judgment. - Demonstrated track record of following the precautionary & preventive measures in giving patient care. - Demonstrated ability to work in teams & have proven communications & listening skills. - Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in interpersonal relations, customer service, adaptability & change management.2012-04-24 18:13:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia122672CARedwood City, CA28142723http://kp.jobs/xml/28142723/jobUSAModestoTitle: Manager Environmental Health and Safety (SS#1 - 03.27.12) Location: Modesto, CA Manages and implements environmental health and safety (EH&S) programs for the Area which include hazard identification evaluation and control, accident/injury prevention, hazardous materials/waste management, emergency preparedness, fire/life safety, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and environmental regulatory compliance. Responsible for the management of the daily Area operations. Essential Functions: - Implements policy and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, regional, and local laws and for the reduction of EH&S liabilities and maintains the departments quality assurance programs. - Assists in specific areas for the development of health and safety programs. - Ensures customers receive quality service by acting as a consultant/resource for local administration, managers, physicians and staff on all matters related to environmental management, industrial hygiene and safety. - Performs needs assessments; conducts and participates in multi-disciplinary team conferences, and reviews customer satisfaction reports. - Based on results, develops new programs or enhances existing programs providing quality EH&S services. - Acts as administrative liaison for all EH&S regulatory agency inspections and surveys, including The Joint Commission, Cal-EPA, DOHS, Cal-OSHA, Department of Agriculture and the State Fire Marshall. - Communicates strategies, priorities and recommends corrective actions to facility leadership, department managers and employees. Monitors the Service Area budgets and researches/explains variance. - Identifies opportunities to reduce costs and enhance quality of services. - Develops, implements, and presents EH&S training programs for the different facilities. - Conducts comprehensive audits of facility(s) EH&S programs to identify areas for improvement. - Collaboratively develops plans of action with department managers. - Perform other duties as required. - Job may require supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial EH&S experience (usually 5 - 7 years). - Previous supervisory experience in a union environment. - Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations required. - Bachelor's degree in EH&S, Natural Science, Engineering or related curriculum, or equivalent years of experience required. - Associate Safety Professional or Industrial Hygienist in Training certificate preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-23 18:50:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132314CAModesto, CA28078142http://kp.jobs/xml/28078142/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Lead Site Support Specialist (LSSSD40) Location: Redwood City, CA Provides direction and support for the immediate end-user support to patient care and business process teams to facilitate the introduction, acceptance, integration and use of KP HealthConnect and related systems. Leads others in performing hardware and application support, workflow integration and training, troubleshooting and consulting on related applications. Essential Functions: - Leads a team in providing end-user support for the use of the KP HealthConnect system including other related system implementations and upgrades. - Ensures that service requests, diagnoses, troubleshooting and coordinated resolution of technical problems and information technology issues related to the electronic medical record. - Analyze complex situations in the clinical environment to resolve technical problems. - Identify and coordinate new processes, system functionality, system changes and enhancements to support clinical information and meet business needs. - Facilitates the installation and implementation of KP HealthConnect and hardware equipment between IT departments and the patient care and business process teams. - Develop processes to promote and communicate the integration of new or enhanced business and clinical systems into the business and patient care setting and their effectiveness. - Provide coaching, training and consulting to end-user and all levels including Site Support Specialists to develop and facilitate learning of basic and specialized applications. - Coordinates, leads and facilitates projects for application implementations to include testing, evaluating and documenting new KPHC department workflows. - Develops, delivers and maintains continuing education programs for groups of end-users; identifies areas that are prone to problems and works with end-users to increase knowledge and skills. - Coordinates, leads and facilitates projects for application implementations to include testing, evaluating and documenting new KPHC department workflows. - Develops, delivers and maintains continuing education programs for groups of end-users; identifies areas that are prone to problems and works with end-users to increase knowledge and skills. - Shares knowledge and learning with other Site Support Specialist. - Supervision Received: Receives general direction from Manager; assists in all levels of supervision. - Instructs, guides and oversees work of lower-level technical staff. - Acts as mentor and coach; trains staff; inputs to performance review. - Problem Solving and Decision Making: Analyzes moderately complex problems and takes corrective action. - Works autonomously typically dealing with issues independently. - Collaborates with Associates and Intermediates, Senior and Manager to suggest resolution of problems. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years related experience OR eighteen (18) months experience with the EPIC application. - Six (6) plus years healthcare operations experience. - Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field or equivalent work experience. - Proficient with office suite type applications. - Strong analytical ability and interpersonal skills to communicate with clients, other staff and vendors. - Knowledge of computer science theory or health care, application and customer support experience.2012-04-23 18:50:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132383CARedwood City, CA28078143http://kp.jobs/xml/28078143/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Nursing Project Coordinator, (Blood Utilization Program) Location: San Francisco, CA Provides project management analysis, recommendations & decision support for a broad array of complex issues. Provides subject matter expertise to teams charted to address & develop recommendations for current/future operations. Promotes internal & external communications. Manages the project team, timelines & budget. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership in redesign projects related to the coordination, delivery & management of heath care. - Identifies methods & approaches to reduce cost structure & maintain high quality of patient care. - Provides expertise on subject matter addressed by project team. - Works w/ CSA & regional leadership & staff to implement programs. - Recommends project strategy, identifies best methods & processes, & develops project planning, group process facilitation, training, & appropriate application of information technology. - Collaborates w/ stakeholders & sponsors to define project charter, framework, vision, & deliverables. - Ensures quality & effectiveness of research. Monitors & maintains timelines & budget. - Contracts w/ & manages work of internal/external consultants. - Coordinates all internal & external communication, represents the project to internal & external groups. - Ensures the development of an effective implementation plan & facilitates the execution of this plan. Secondary Functions: - Development, implementation and coordination of the Blood Utilization & Conservation Management Program. - Identification of patients who are at risk of transfusion in both the outpatient and inpatient environment in order to appropriately provide oversight for these patients prior to a procedure. - The Blood Utilization Coordinator will be responsible for dissemination of information and education of the medical staff and personnel about appropriate blood utilization and tracking of the hematocrit and other appropriate lab tests for patients at risk for transfusion prior to an invasive procedure. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (usually 3-5 years) in a management or leadership role &/or project management/operational planning. - Previous experience w/ Kaiser Permanente preferred. - BSN or BA in health related field required. - Masters degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN nursing license required. - Specific subject matter expertise in the health care operations & care delivery. - Ability to conceive, plan & manage team-based projects. - Familiarity of heath care industry strategic business issues, w/ an understanding of KP, its operations, social & legal environment. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, & other local, state, & federal regulations. Preferred Qualifications: - Specific subject matter expertise in the management of blood products in operative pts. - Operating room, post surgical experience with CV patients preferred. - Ability to conceive, plan and manage team-based projects. - Clinical experience with the care of surgical patients. - Experience in the operating room environment. - Working knowledge of pharmacological and blood product management in outpatients and inpatients. - Demonstrated leadership ability and flexibility to adjust to schedule to meet patient, physician and staff needs. - Ability to manage time and stress effectively and adapt to unpredictable situations with the clinic and inpatient settings. - High level of comfort with computer systems, electronic health records, and database management required. - Demonstrated level of commitment to the program. - Demonstrated exceptional communication and interpersonal relationship skills with patients, families' health team members and non-provider staff.2012-04-23 18:50:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132454CASan Francisco, CA28078144http://kp.jobs/xml/28078144/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Assistant Department Manager Location: South San Francisco, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Two years prior supervisory/management experience.2012-04-23 18:50:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132462CASouth San Francisco, CA28078147http://kp.jobs/xml/28078147/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Leader Patient Care Experience [2012 CEL1] Location: Sacramento, CA Responsible for the strategic development, planning and oversight of an Area's patient care experience function and all related programs, strategies, initiatives, policies and procedures. This position leads the patient care experience function for the Area and drives its success in patient care experience and HCAPHS metrics. Directs, develops, implements, promotes and evaluates all inpatient patient care experience programs, strategies, initiatives, policies and procedures across an Area and in alignment with Area's business strategy. Works in synergy with all other performance improvement programs and organizational goals. Provides strategic direction and training on patient care experience to managers and professional staff in the inpatient setting. Directs all efforts to ensure highest patient, employee and leadership satisfaction on patient care experience. Essential Functions: - After determining goals and priorities with senior executives and key stakeholders, leads all programs for patient care experience metrics and service recovery efforts. - Develops an annual strategic development/business plan which ensures patient-centered care and continued performance improvement related to HCAHPS metrics and overall patient satisfaction. - Exceptional coach/counselor of leaders, managers and staff. - Facilitates one-on-one coaching, counseling, training and mentoring for leaders/managers/staff to emphasize culture and behavior changes in order to achieve higher overall patient care experience satisfaction scores. - Develops new training resources, curriculum and programs for staff and clinicians to successfully acquire skills towards achieving behavioral, communication and service driven goals. - Serves as expert resource for medical center leadership and staff on all patient care experience initiatives. - Serves as an advocate of patients, family members and employees relating especially to issues which are behavioral and communication driven. - Provides medical center leadership with monthly analytical and trending reports to track facility performance on HCAHPS metrics and to support performance improvement recommendations. - Responsible for HCAPHS nationally reported data. - Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum ten (10) years experience in management and supervision of project teams and staff. - Demonstrated experience in leading by influence. - Master's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience. - Strong interpersonal (oral and written) skills, facilitation skills, coaching and mentoring skills, and presentation skills. - Must exemplify key leadership attributes. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans for multidisciplinary perspectives. - Proficiency in team building, conflict resolution, group interaction and dynamics, project management, cost effectiveness and budget management. - Demonstrated skills in complex analytic problem solving, project management, change management and group process. - Understanding of business process improvement and the tools and data requirements for supporting an effective business process improvement practice. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis. - Strong process orientation, efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness and results orientation. - User knowledge of relevant computer systems/applications. - Ability to research, summarize and communicate to the public, both verbally and in writing - Polished facilitation and presentation skills. - Strong project management and implementation skills.2012-04-23 18:50:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132500CASacramento, CA28078148http://kp.jobs/xml/28078148/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Lead Sr Financial Analyst Location: San Rafael, CA Provides project, service line or product line management, management consulting, analytical decision support services or technical expertise for a broad array of financial and operational issues. Responsible for more complex multi-faceted projects and analyses across disciplines and functional areas. Assists in developing performance monitoring process and coordinating compilation, interpretation and presentation of monitoring information. Participates in the planning and development of regional, departmental and/or functional budgets. May be responsible for budget system completion, high level reviews and conducting area wide analyses for target development. Conducts or participates in the most complex projects where analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of factors. Dual track position: Can be either a sole contributor or a position that supervises staff. Essential Functions: - Coordinates performance monitoring process with junior staff and participates in the development of forecasts. - Conducts financial analyses independently or leads a team, participating in the most complex projects. - Designs and builds financial models based on diverse financial sources, in order to inform strategic decisions. - May direct the production of ad hoc and periodic reports for department, facility, and/or regional management. - Works to improve data quality processes and report design to meet diverse and changing needs for management reporting. - Participates in the planning and development of department and non-department budgets, budget system completion, high level reviews and conducts area wide analyses for target development. - Prepares understandable and defensible financial analyses of decision alternatives by utilizing spreadsheets and accessing various databases. - Oversees preparation of analyses for project teams, regional, departmental, and/or functional management and staff analysts. - Writes reports of recommendations and delivers formal presentations of analytic findings and suggested action steps to management and senior leaders. - Facilitates and participates in meetings and presentations. - Provides education and management consulting on the use and interpretation of analyses, reports, methodologies and source data to managers/leaders. - Develops feasibility studies and business plans to support new lines of products and services. - Supports executive staff and committees in the development, analysis a communication of cost saving strategies and budgets and in the research of financial, operation and variance issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) plus years of related experience in financial analysis and budgeting. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent. - CPA or master's degree preferred. - Extensive knowledge of several or all of the following. - General finance theories and methodologies, discounted cash flow analysis, cost/benefit analysis, feasibility studies, large scale business planning, financial modeling and project management. - Expert proficiency in PC based word processing and spreadsheet applications, including advanced functions such as graphics, pivot tables, macros and database management. - Strong oral and written communication, presentation and facilitation skills. - Strong consulting skills. - Works independently, accountable to complete work assignments. - May provide project supervision to junior staff.2012-04-23 18:50:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132525CASan Rafael, CA28078149http://kp.jobs/xml/28078149/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Sr Physical Therapist Location: San Jose, CA Provides independent physical therapy management of patients under the direction of the Rehabilitation Services Director or designee. Provides physical therapy services in specialized patient care clinics, and assists in the development, implementation and review of departmental patient care programs. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning for physical therapy. - Implements the treatment plan through direct treatment of the patient, delegates a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly reassesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patients towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Participates in appropriate and approved educational and clinical research activities in physical therapy. - Participates in specialized patient care clinics outside the department. - Assists in the development, implementation, and review of departmental patient care programs. - Performs other duties as needed in the areas of staff education, departmental operations, and departmental projects. Demonstrates on-going progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have at least two (2) years experience in physical therapy. - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in Physical Therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensed to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Full-time; 40hrs/wk; Day shift; Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs - 10:30am to 7:00pm & Fri - 10:00am to 6:30pm (Expected to rotate occasional shifts for designated weekend coverage)2012-04-23 18:50:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132569CASan Jose, CA28078150http://kp.jobs/xml/28078150/jobUSASacramentoTitle: QA Utilization Coordinator (Days, 40) - South Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA Coordinates quality, utilization and risk management activities for the medical center; provides technical, educational, consultative, and coordinating support to assigned areas. Essential Functions: - Assists in the coordination of the quality management/utilization management department activities with other medical center departments. - Acts as a consultant for appropriate departments on quality management, utilization management and risk management activities. - Assists with quality management studies through data collection, data input and report development. - Provides objective assessment of important aspects of patient care through ongoing chart review with pre-established criteria. - Reports all occurrences which may lead to medical center liability and follows up as necessary. - Facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration for development of patient care paths. - Reviews hospital admissions and extended stays for specific hospital departments. - Serves as a member of the QM and/or UM Committees as needed. - Attends and/or participates in committee meetings as needed. - Assists in orientation and training of peers; in formulating and evaluating policies and procedures. - Performs special projects as assigned, such as statistical reports for state, federal, and local agencies. - Assists the director of quality and utilization management for QM and UM in the formulation of department goals and objectives. Secondary Functions: Provides project management analysis, recommendations and decision support for a broad array of complex issues. Provides subject matter expertise to teams charted to address and develop recommendations for current/future operations. Promotes internal and external communications. Manages the project team, timelines,and budget. Provides leadership in resesign projects related to thecoordination, delivery and management of health care. Identifies methods and approaches to reduce cost structure and maintain high quality of patient care. Provides expertise on subject matter adressed by project team. Works with SSC Service Area and regional leadership and staff to implement programs. Recommends project strategy, identifies best methods and processes, develops project planning, group process facilitation, training, and appropriate application of information technology. Collaborates with stakeholders and sponsors to define project charter, framework, vision, and deliverables. Ensures quality and effectiveness of research. Monitors and maintains timelines and budgets. Contracts with and manages work of internal and external consultants. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3) years of experience in acute care nursing as a RN. - Minimum one (1) year of experience in quality management with demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, statistical analysis, accreditation and licensing processes. - Supervisory experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field or equivalent work experience. - Must have a current RN license in California. - Valid CA driver's license with personal means of transportation preferred. - Strong problem solving, project management, group facilitation and teamwork skills. - Demonstrated ability to assess or evaluate patient medical records as it relates to quality of care and systems analysis. - Current working knowledge of The Joint Commission, NCQA and Title 22 standards/regulations. - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theories. - Must be PC literate, Microsoft Office applications preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Masters degree preferred. - Significant experience (usually 3-5 years) in management or leadership role and/or project management/operational planning. - Previous experience with Kaiser Permanente preferred. - Specific subject matter expertise in the health care operations and delivery. - Ability to conceive, plan and manage team-based projects. - Familiarity of health care industry strategic business issues, with an understanding of KP, its operations, social,and legal environment.2012-04-23 18:50:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132638CASacramento, CA28078157http://kp.jobs/xml/28078157/jobUSASacramentoTitle: QA Utilization Coordinator (Days, 40) - South Sacramento Location: Sacramento, CA Coordinates quality, utilization and risk management activities for the medical center; provides technical, educational, consultative, and coordinating support to assigned areas. Essential Functions: - Assists in the coordination of the quality management/utilization management department activities with other medical center departments. - Acts as a consultant for appropriate departments on quality management, utilization management and risk management activities. - Assists with quality management studies through data collection, data input and report development. - Provides objective assessment of important aspects of patient care through ongoing chart review with pre-established criteria. - Reports all occurrences which may lead to medical center liability and follows up as necessary. - Facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration for development of patient care paths. - Reviews hospital admissions and extended stays for specific hospital departments. - Serves as a member of the QM and/or UM Committees as needed. - Attends and/or participates in committee meetings as needed. - Assists in orientation and training of peers; in formulating and evaluating policies and procedures. - Performs special projects as assigned, such as statistical reports for state, federal, and local agencies. - Assists the director of quality and utilization management for QM and UM in the formulation of department goals and objectives. Secondary Functions: Provides project management analysis, recommendations and decision support for a broad array of complex issues. Provides subject matter expertise to teams charted to address and develop recommendations for current/future operations. Promotes internal and external communications. Manages the project team, timelines,and budget. Provides leadership in resesign projects related to thecoordination, delivery and management of health care. Identifies methods and approaches to reduce cost structure and maintain high quality of patient care. Provides expertise on subject matter adressed by project team. Works with SSC Service Area and regional leadership and staff to implement programs. Recommends project strategy, identifies best methods and processes, develops project planning, group process facilitation, training, and appropriate application of information technology. Collaborates with stakeholders and sponsors to define project charter, framework, vision, and deliverables. Ensures quality and effectiveness of research. Monitors and maintains timelines and budgets. Contracts with and manages work of internal and external consultants. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3) years of experience in acute care nursing as a RN. - Minimum one (1) year of experience in quality management with demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, statistical analysis, accreditation and licensing processes. - Supervisory experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field or equivalent work experience. - Must have a current RN license in California. - Valid CA driver's license with personal means of transportation preferred. - Strong problem solving, project management, group facilitation and teamwork skills. - Demonstrated ability to assess or evaluate patient medical records as it relates to quality of care and systems analysis. - Current working knowledge of The Joint Commission, NCQA and Title 22 standards/regulations. - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theories. - Must be PC literate, Microsoft Office applications preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Masters degree preferred. - Significant experience (usually 3-5 years) in management or leadership role and/or project management/operational planning. - Previous experience with Kaiser Permanente preferred. - Specific subject matter expertise in the health care operations and delivery. - Ability to conceive, plan and manage team-based projects. - Familiarity of health care industry strategic business issues, with an understanding of KP, its operations, social,and legal environment.2012-04-23 18:50:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132642CASacramento, CA28078156http://kp.jobs/xml/28078156/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Staff Assistant ***Temporary*** (001) Location: South San Francisco, CA Provides administrative support to department manager or staff. Performs a variety of routine administrative duties that have set procedures or precedents; some assignments may be complex. Requires instructions to perform special assignments. Essential Functions: - Maintains manager/executives and department calendars. - Arranges meetings, conferences and travel itineraries. - Orchestrates and organizes project meetings. - Schedules and materials such as agendas, timeliness, reports, and presentations. - Screens telephone calls/visitors and refers to appropriate staff member. - Determines which requests should be referred to others. - May provide information to top level management, Board Members, etc. - Responds to internal and external requests for information relating to established departmental policies and procedures. - Interprets policies and procedures in response to inquiries. - Reviews/screens manager/executives mail, researches issues, and provides recommendations. - Performs data input and maintains established databases. - May collect and research information or data needed by manager or staff. - Maintains confidential department files and records. - May provide training/direction to other non-exempt personnel. - Performs other related duties as assigned by management. - Various positions are under review w/ a joint Management/Union review committee for appropriate Union/Non-Union status and this position may be considered a union position or may be converted to a union position at some time in the future. Should this position be determined to be union, it returns to the bargaining unit in accordance w/ the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Four (4) plus years of experience in performing administrative support functions for department managers. - High School or General Education diploma. - Strong proficiency w/ MS Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Lotus Notes. - Well organized and detail oriented. - Strong customer service skills. - Ability to merge documents and summarize information. - Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Skills testing: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Schedule: Mon - Wed: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Thurs - Fri: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM Temporary: Expected Length of Employment: Up to 90 days2012-04-23 18:50:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131596CASouth San Francisco, CA28078136http://kp.jobs/xml/28078136/jobUSAModestoTitle: Director RN - Cardi Cath Combo Lab / IR (Interventional Radiology) Location: Modesto, CA In conjunction with Chiefs of Service, directs, coordinates, facilitates, leads, and evaluates ambulatory patient care services. Oversees staff, ensures compliance with regulatory compliance, consults on patient care issues, and manages the budget. Speciality: Cardiac Cath Combo Lab and Interventional Radiology Departments Essential Functions: - Directs development and implementation of quality and utilization standards for ambulatory services. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused delivery of services and cost effective utilization of resources and services. - In conjunction with Chiefs of Service manages the daily operations of the ambulatory services. - Designs and implements policies, procedures, protocols, efficient program outcomes, and timely provision of support to TPMG providers. - Directs the budget and resource allocations and manages the financial performance. - Identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care services. - Interprets and facilitates the application of Nursing Scope of Practice within ambulatory services, which includes making skill-mix decisions based on needs, service, financial considerations, and legal constraints. - Directs and resolves human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. - Coordinates and monitors the quality improvement program for nursing services. - Develops and implement new programs or best practices and strategies which improve the quality of care and services and reduces costs. - Develops and presents training programs. - Utilizes research data to implement clinical changes and the delivery of patient care and member services. - Ensures compliance with federal, state, local and other regulatory requirements. Secondary Functions: - In conjunction with Chiefs of Service, the RN Director of the Cardiac Cath Lab and the Interventional Radiology Department directs, coordinates, facilitates, leads, and evaluates our new Cardiac Cath Combo Lab and our Interventional Radiology Departments. - Oversees staff, ensures compliance with regulatory compliance, consults on patient care issues, and manages the budget. - The Cath Lab will be located at our Modesto Hospital site along with our existing Modesto Interventional Radiology department. - Duties will include managing our second IR site at Stockton. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: Speciality: Cardiac Cath Combo Lab and Interventional Radiology Departments - Substantial management experience, usually seven (7) years. - Demonstrated human relations and labor relations experience. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care required. - Master's or equivalent years of experience in business or health care. - Current California RN license required. - Demonstration of progressive nursing admin experience in an ambulatory setting. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, and other local, state, and federal regulations. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience directing and/or opening a new Cardiac Cath Combo Lab and/or an Operating Room suite is preferred. - Willing to work along side the staff for the purpose of ascertaining their skill set, addressing efficiency issues and ascertaining the level of quality. - Able to work colleagially with the IR, Cath and Vascular Chiefs. - Able to direct employees in various classifications including Schedulers, RN's, IR Techs and Cath Lab Techs.2012-04-23 18:50:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131993CAModesto, CA28078138http://kp.jobs/xml/28078138/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Case Manager Utilization RN Location: San Diego, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous psychiatric utilization review - Knowledge of dsmiv - Knowledge of community resources - Frequent phone consultations required - Requires travel to community psychiatric hospitals - Ability to work with psychiatric & chemical dependency patients required Notes: - Review utilization for patients residing in psychiatric & chemical dependency facilities & other outside contract2012-04-21 18:55:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132449CASan Diego, CA28061108http://kp.jobs/xml/28061108/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Supervisor PBS Collections Location: Pasadena, CA Under the direct supervision of the PBS Collections Manager, this position is responsible for the day to day operations of the Collection Department to ensure they are in compliance with organizational and industry standards. Supervises the collection team staff activities that promote best practices for collection efficiency and maximization of revenue. Supervises daily activities of the hourly staff to ensure maximum collection of all receivable revenue and miscellaneous revenue. Identifies quality issues, advises management and implements solutions. Builds an effective team by demonstrating team leadership, budget development and management, work plan development and project implementation skills. Creates strong customer service orientation and collaboration, results orientation and strategic thinking within the Collections unit. Essential Functions: - Provides overall supervision of the collections department, contributes and ensures accurate and timely collection of all appropriate revenue for PBS. - Recruits and maintains a competent, motivated and qualified staff including disciplining, counseling, coaching, advising, training, termination and resolution of personnel issues. - Conducts performance evaluations for staff. - Monitors and measures collection performance against cash performance targets by collector, by payer category, by medical center and division, and maintains communication between the collections teams and service area PBS teams. - Identifies and develops new products and services to enhance recoveries. - Communicates updated procedures and information to all involved parties. - Ensures effective financial management of accounts. - Receivable, to include financial tracking and analysis of financial recoveries and performance. - Plans and implements departmental programs and systems that provide analytical support on financial issues. - Authorizes refunds, write offs and adjustments up to a specified amount. - Provides consulting expertise to business function areas and coordinates/conducts required training as identified from various sources or externally mandated requirements; stays abreast of all regulatory changes and requirements; implements and communicates changes to department and service area staff within PBS. - Ensures timely and accurate processing of industrial, TPL, COB, commercial insurance, Medi-Cal, and outpatient Medicare and self pay accounts in accordance with best practices, defined process flows and procedures and applicable legislative and regulations. - Ensures consistent application of processing procedures, policies and personnel practices among the employees on the collection team and promotes organization and division strategic objectives. - Supervises the work of the staff in maintaining high quality of work with revenue enhancement and customer service focus, through monitoring operational performance, and implementation and improvement options for either/or Northern and Southern California. - Ensures consistent application of divisional wide operational practices, policies and procedures. - Develops, recommends, implements and monitors goals, objectives, and performance standards. - Tracks and analyzes financial recoveries of outside vendors, ensuring effective performance. - Plans, develops, and implements administrative strategies consistent with business plans, organizational goals, health plan member service agreements and federal and state law. - Ensures appropriate financial reporting and accounting of revenue. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) years demonstrated ability to lead, manage and supervise staff, preferably in a healthcare environment. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent collection management experience in a health care setting. - Familiarity with specific lines of business (e.g., billing, collections, governmental programs, etc). - Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations related to billing and collections. - Knowledge in budgeting and accounting principles and of personnel/labor laws and regulations. - Knowledge of systems requirement development and user acceptance testing. - Excellent negotiating and analytical skills. - Demonstrated interpersonal skills in dealing with employees and all levels of management. - User knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software and mainframe systems. - Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent presentation skills. - Knowledge and understanding of the relationship between management and union contracts and work within the parameters of the Labor management partnership, preferred.2012-04-21 18:55:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132279CAPasadena, CA28061103http://kp.jobs/xml/28061103/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Staff Educator RN Location: Irvine, CA Collaborates with Education Consultants, Managers, CNS staff and Physicians to develop, design, deliver and evaluate/improve education strategies and special projects/programs based on clients' departmental goals and needs, as well as organizational goals/objectives. Implements education programs and strategies and coordinates to meet regulatory program requirements and organizational needs. Participates in competency assessments and evaluations of new and existing staff. Contributes to ongoing employee performance appraisals. Essential Functions: - Develops, coordinates, and evaluates programs to meet regulatory requirements and organizational, departmental, and discipline-specific needs. - Designs, develops, coordinates, and evaluates activities for continuing professional education for staff. - Collaborates with consultants to develop special projects in professional education, development, and learning. - Communicates and markets education programs to a broad target audience using appropriate methods, and based on identified/assessed needs. - Makes recommendations for cost/quality strategies, works within budget; serves as expert resource to staff and departments in defining and meeting educational, clinical, quality, and cost outcomes and performance measures. - Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates/improves the orientation, cross training and education/competency processes/systems for clinical staff and students. - Evaluates performance issues and develops strategies for remediation. - Responds to corporate and industry changes in clinical practice and professional education and provides necessary training, education and development which improve organizational performance. - Participates in leadership projects, meetings, committees and improvement activities. - Ensures compliance and documentation of organizational records based on regulatory agency standards. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous teaching experience required or previous recent experience (within last 3 years) in in-service education in clinical service area (usually two (2)to five (5) years). - Bachelor's degree required; BSN preferred. - Master's degree preferred. - Current California RN license required. - AHA BLS instructor preferred - Adult learning knowledge required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and group facilitator/process skills. - Computer literacy required. Preferred Qualifications: - Recent Med/Surg/Tele, Oncology and RN educator experience preferred - ACLS instructor preferred Notes: - Hours and days may need to be adjusted to meet the needs of the department - Some evenings and weekends may be required - Some travel require to other Kaiser Permanente facilities2012-04-21 18:55:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132439CAIrvine, CA28061106http://kp.jobs/xml/28061106/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Step Down Unit RN-L2 Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS. - One (1)-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute care setting. - Basic Arrhythmia course required. - Current ACLS card required Preferred Qualifications: - Care of stroke patients preferred. - EKG Proficiency - Telemetry/Stroke two (2) years experience - PCCN Certificate - Basic computer skills to include Word. Notes: - Required one (1) Day/Week and one (1) Weekend.2012-04-21 18:55:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131171CALos Angeles, CA28061100http://kp.jobs/xml/28061100/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Lvl III Staff RN - Interventional Radiology Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in Diagnostic Imaging/IR, PACU, ED or Critical Care. - Current ACLS card required. - Procedural Sedation experience required including knowledge of medications specific to the management of the adult patient requiring procedural sedation, moderate analgesia and reversal agents required. -Current PALS card required. - Proficient in I.V. therapy. - May rotate through MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, CT, Angiography, Interventional Radiology and other diagnostic areas. - The ability to take call with a 30 minute response time. Preferred Qualifications: - Associate Degree - Bachelors Degree in Nursing - Knowledge of IR and CT operations. - Basic PC Skills: Word -10 Key KSPM Notes: - Will rotate in IR and CT. - Will take call. - Rotating Weekends. - Standby2012-04-21 18:55:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131425CALos Angeles, CA28061102http://kp.jobs/xml/28061102/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: SP Unit Staff RN - Hospital/ E112 ICU P/T Days Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS certification - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in Critical Care or completion of a Kaiser Permanente (KP) or equivalent Critical Care course within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Graduate from an accredited Nursing School - Must have Critical Care nursing experience Notes: - Position Control #E112 - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 am-7:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:00 pm-11:30 pm. - Works 'Non-Payday' weekends2012-04-21 18:55:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131148CASan Diego, CA28061098http://kp.jobs/xml/28061098/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Speech Pathologist Location: Los Angeles, CA Provides direct patient care to members having communication & swallowing disorders by evaluating, diagnosing, developing, & implementing therapy/ treatment programs. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, & applicable state, federal & local laws - Administers diagnostic tests & provides individualized treatment to adults & children for a variety of communication disorders, voice & swallowing impairment, & neurological defects - Advises physicians of test results & subsequently recommends & implements appropriate treatments - Monitors status of results & collaborates w/ physicians when altering treatment program - Serves as a consultant on interdisciplinary teams - Serves as a clinical expert in specialized areas such as pediatric speech, traumatic brain injury, etc - Trains CFY candidates - Ensures compliance w/ JCAHO, federal, state, & local requirements - Develops protocols & treatment programs w/in specialized areas - Develops & presents in-service programs in area of specialty - Performs diagnostic clinical swallowing evaluations on a diversified patient population, including adults & children w/ a wide variety of neurologic & medical diagnosis & surgical histories - Interpret & report the results of evaluations/tests to referring physicians, therapists & other medical staff - Participates in the design & implementation of therapy programs addressing speech/language voice & swallowing problems for a diversified patient population - Documents patients progress & maintains accurate records - Adjusts program to improve effectiveness; meets client needs & determines further courses of treatment or intervention that may be necessary - Performs diagnostic voice evaluations on a diversified patient population - Interprets & reports results & provides recommendations regarding the need for further evaluation or services in the area of speech & pathology when appropriate - Administers & analyzes test results to determine patient's communicative abilities; examines patient's medical history, neurological ad psychological test results in order to determine necessary therapy - Treats speech & language impairments such as functional articulatory disorders, stuttering, voice problems, delayed speech & organic disorder including cleft palate, cerebral palsy, aphasia, & impaired hearing - Interprets findings & treatment to patient's families, teachers or other concerned parties; provides guidance & counseling - Plans & conducts remedial programs designed to improve or restore communicative facility; administers treatment in individual or group sessions w/ patients; may refer patients to specialists in medicine, dentistry, psychology education or related areas - Writes report on diagnostic findings, therapy used & progress made - Provides in-service training in the basic elements of speech therapy to members of the health care staff & supervises the development & treatments of Speech Pathology Assistants - Keeps abreast of developments in the field of speech therapy by attending professional seminars & workshops - Demonstrates professional competence in assessing patient's condition at the onset & through all phases of the speech pathology program - Demonstrates professional competence in the planning & implementation of treatment program/plan - Demonstrates professional competence & rehabilitative techniques particular to the speech pathology field - Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) - three (3) years of clinical experience in dysphasia management required - One (1) - three (3) years of clinical experience in speech pathology required - Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology required - Completion of an accredited speech pathologist educational program with a master's degree or PhD degree - Completion of a Speech Clinical Fellowship (CFY) preferred - Current and valid Speech Pathologist license issued by State of California - Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required - American Heart Association approved BLS required - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required - Knowledge of federal, state and local regulatory requirements - Ability to demonstrate knowledge and to utilize theories, principles, practices, techniques and methods of Speech Therapy Notes: - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-04-21 18:55:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130390CALos Angeles, CA28061090http://kp.jobs/xml/28061090/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Speech Pathologist Location: Los Angeles, CA Provides direct patient care to members having communication & swallowing disorders by evaluating, diagnosing, developing, & implementing therapy/ treatment programs. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, & applicable state, federal & local laws - Administers diagnostic tests & provides individualized treatment to adults & children for a variety of communication disorders, voice & swallowing impairment, & neurological defects - Advises physicians of test results & subsequently recommends & implements appropriate treatments - Monitors status of results & collaborates w/ physicians when altering treatment program - Serves as a consultant on interdisciplinary teams - Serves as a clinical expert in specialized areas such as pediatric speech, traumatic brain injury, etc - Trains CFY candidates - Ensures compliance w/ JCAHO, federal, state, & local requirements - Develops protocols & treatment programs w/in specialized areas - Develops & presents in-service programs in area of specialty - Performs diagnostic clinical swallowing evaluations on a diversified patient population, including adults & children w/ a wide variety of neurologic & medical diagnosis & surgical histories - Interpret & report the results of evaluations/tests to referring physicians, therapists & other medical staff - Participates in the design & implementation of therapy programs addressing speech/language voice & swallowing problems for a diversified patient population - Documents patients progress & maintains accurate records - Adjusts program to improve effectiveness; meets client needs & determines further courses of treatment or intervention that may be necessary - Performs diagnostic voice evaluations on a diversified patient population - Interprets & reports results & provides recommendations regarding the need for further evaluation or services in the area of speech & pathology when appropriate - Administers & analyzes test results to determine patient's communicative abilities; examines patient's medical history, neurological ad psychological test results in order to determine necessary therapy - Treats speech & language impairments such as functional articulatory disorders, stuttering, voice problems, delayed speech & organic disorder including cleft palate, cerebral palsy, aphasia, & impaired hearing - Interprets findings & treatment to patient's families, teachers or other concerned parties; provides guidance & counseling - Plans & conducts remedial programs designed to improve or restore communicative facility; administers treatment in individual or group sessions w/ patients; may refer patients to specialists in medicine, dentistry, psychology education or related areas - Writes report on diagnostic findings, therapy used & progress made - Provides in-service training in the basic elements of speech therapy to members of the health care staff & supervises the development & treatments of Speech Pathology Assistants - Keeps abreast of developments in the field of speech therapy by attending professional seminars & workshops - Demonstrates professional competence in assessing patient's condition at the onset & through all phases of the speech pathology program - Demonstrates professional competence in the planning & implementation of treatment program/plan - Demonstrates professional competence & rehabilitative techniques particular to the speech pathology field - Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) - three (3) years of clinical experience in dysphasia management required - One (1) - three (3) years of clinical experience in speech pathology required - Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology required - Completion of an accredited speech pathologist educational program with a master's degree or PhD degree - Completion of a Speech Clinical Fellowship (CFY) preferred - Current and valid Speech Pathologist license issued by State of California - Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required - American Heart Association approved BLS required - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required - Knowledge of federal, state and local regulatory requirements - Ability to demonstrate knowledge and to utilize theories, principles, practices, techniques and methods of Speech Therapy Notes: - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-04-21 18:55:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130391CALos Angeles, CA28061091http://kp.jobs/xml/28061091/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Emergency Rm RN - Clinic Location: Bellflower, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in ED or successful completion of a KP or equivalent ED training program within prior twelve (12)months. - Current ACLS & PALS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option is chosen, shift will be 7:00PM - 7:30AM with a back up eight (8) hour shift 11:00PM - 7:30 AM2012-04-21 18:55:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129292CABellflower, CA28061087http://kp.jobs/xml/28061087/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital/ ICU P/T Nights E308 Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in Critical Care or completion of a Kaiser Permanente (KP) or equivalent Critical Care course within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Accredited Nursing School Notes: - Position Control #E308. - Rotating Weekends. - Works 'Non-Payday' weekends. - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 pm - 7:00 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm.2012-04-21 18:55:39United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127062CASan Diego, CA28061086http://kp.jobs/xml/28061086/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Communications Consultant (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA The Senior Communications Consultant, Medicare Quality, is responsible for providing complex communications consultation, communications planning, implementation and recommended solutions for multiple Kaiser Permanente projects and initiatives (targeting both internal and external audiences) to meet organizational brand and reputation goals. Primary role is to provide strategic communications guidance in the area of Medicare Quality to senior vice president, project team and stakeholders within the hospitals, quality and care delivery excellence and Medicare focus areas, as well as peers within the Brand Strategy, Communications and Public Relations department, and regional communications, PR, sales and marketing. A key priority will be to promote the value and benefits of our national quality program, along with other programs and initiatives as they specifically relate to the Medicare population. A team player with an understanding of /or experience working within an integrated health care delivery system, and/or experience with Medicare would be helpful background for this position. Background working with and communicating for senior leaders, as well as an acute ability to synthesize complex information and data, and translate it for a general audience is vital. Essential Functions: - Develop and implement communications plans and tactics to fulfill the strategic and operational goals and objectives of the overall communications program developed by the communications practice leader for his/her clients to deliver, promote and protect the organization's brand and reputation. - Provide communications consulting to internal clients on internal and external communications. Consulting activity will vary from verbal communications or advice on communications issues to providing customized communications materials. - Strategizes with client, writes creative briefs, researches and analyzes information, prepares presentations (PowerPoint presentations, speeches and talking points), plans logistics, and manages overall coordination. - Ensure content is consistent with the Kaiser Permanente brand in terms of tone, manner, and messaging. - Manages and completes multiple assignments in short time frames and coordinates diverse projects and activities into a cohesive and strategic program. - Acquire the input and resources of other communications staff in the organization to fulfill the objectives of communication plans and projects on behalf of communications practice leaders' clients. - Coordinates the deliverables of other communicators in the organization to ensure that special projects are in compliance with negotiated timelines/financial allocations. - Implement measures to determine effectiveness of communications programs and create plans to improve results. - May supervise other communications staff for the purpose of implementing specific communications projects, events, or programs within a given timeframe. - Responsibilities impact the achievement of key functional and/or KP objectives that have direct and significant business impact. - Contributes to the development of the department's objectives. - Erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally result in the inability to reach functional objectives and negatively affects expenditures and resources. - Involves interpreting and analyzing established concepts and trends. - Exercises considerable judgment to make decisions for less defined and complex issues. - Requires complex decision-making. - Develops solutions to a diverse range of complex problems, which require creativity and innovation within broadly defined policies and practices. - Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions for more complex problems. - Provides professional/technical guidance to team members. - Influences others to buy into new concepts and methodologies. - Engages in matters requiring coordination across functional lines. - Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment. - Work is accomplished without considerable direction. - Work is evaluated upon completion to ensure objectives and performance requirements have been met. - Has no formal supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Seven (7) years of experience in corporate communications environment to include two (2) years of supervisory experience of entry-level communications staff required. - Recent experience in planning and implementing complex communications plans and projects for a large complex organization, agency and health care background required, with track record of increasing responsibility. - KP experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree in journalism, english or business administration or related field or related experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Thorough knowledge of policies, practices and systems. - Regularly contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards. - Considered functional expert in field within KP. - Frequently contributes to the development of new theories and methods. - Employs expertise as a generalist or specialist. - Excellent writing and editing skills. - Demonstrated excellence in working effectively with senior leaders and managers in large organizations and influencing their approach to communications. - Demonstrated excellence in working collaboratively in a team setting.2012-04-21 18:55:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132393CAOakland, CA28061074http://kp.jobs/xml/28061074/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Data Analysis Consultant (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Data Analysis Consultant Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA The Care Management Institute (CMI) supports Kaiser Permanente in setting priorities for population care and transforming its health care culture. CMI partners with clinical and operational experts, leaders and members in all eight KP regions to serve as a gathering point for best practices, coordinated learning, and the development of new clinical care models. CMI is seeking a Senior Consultant who supports analytic projects primarily focused on key CMI initiatives aimed at assisting the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing, and reporting data. The Senior Consultant will lead analytic projects both as an analyst and as a high-level consultant. The person will be responsible for successfully managing projects and execution of goals as well as the communication and translation of insights into action to catalyze improvement and change across Kaiser Permanente's health care delivery systems. Essential Functions: - Analyzes, summarizes, and validates data provided by programmer - Works in collaboration with programmer to produce clinical performance metrics and analyses on agreed-upon timelines - Works closely with clinical and operational subject matter experts to understand what metrics and analyses would best support performance improvement. Translate needs, issues, and ideas into effective strategies and action plans, developing creative solutions as needed. - Works closely with other analytic departments to produce performance metrics and analyses - Develops process and work plan for production of reports/dashboards or analyses - Compiles and reports Regional performance data - Clarifies Regional reporting expectations and commitments - Develops interregional consensus on new measures - Supports Regions in developing and reporting new metric - Develops specifications for new metrics including validating new metrics and operationalizing metrics and analyses (includes pilot and/or other metrics) in collaboration with clinical and operational subject matter experts - Deliver metrics and analytic results using custom reports or automated reporting tools. Interpret results and communicate to subject matter experts and to leaders - Guide use of metrics and analyses towards actionable results - Collaborate effectively with other analytics staff Preferred Qualifications: - Excellent teaching/mentoring skills - Strong problem solving ability - Ability to multi-task and set priorities and work within a team - Microsoft Office skills - Exceptional analytic, consultative, and critical thinking skills and attention to detail - Excellent written and oral communication skills - Project management experience preferred - Experience in health care - Ability to express complex analytical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) to eight (8) years of related experience. - Four (4) year degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Consider clinical expertiseneeds. - Thorough knowledge of policies, practices and systems. - Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards. - Full knowledge of industry practices. - Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields.2012-04-21 18:55:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132400CAOakland, CA28061075http://kp.jobs/xml/28061075/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Communications Consultant (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA The Communications Consultant provides communications planning and implementation for Kaiser Permanente's national Community Benefit and Human Resources team. Responsible for providing complex communications consultation, communications planning, implementation and recommended solutions for multiple Kaiser Permanente programs and projects (targeting both internal and external audiences) to meet organizational brand and reputation goals. Essential Functions: - Develop and implement communications plans and tactics to fulfill the strategic and operational goals and objectives of the program developed by the communications practice leader for his/her clients to deliver, promote and protect the organization's brand and reputation. - Provide communications consulting to internal clients on internal and external communications programs, projects and tactics. - Consulting activity will vary from verbal communications or advice on communications issues to providing written customized communications plans. - Strategize with client, writes creative briefs, researches and analyzes information, prepares presentations (PowerPoint presentations, speeches and talking points), plans logistics, and manages overall coordination. - Ensure content is consistent with the Kaiser Permanente brand in terms of tone, manner, and messaging. - Manage and complete multiple assignments in short time frames and coordinate diverse projects and activities into a cohesive and strategic program for a single client or for a program. - Acquire the input and resources of other communications staff in the organization to fulfill the objectives of communication plans and projects on behalf of communications practice leaders' clients. - Coordinates the deliverables of other communicators in the organization to ensure that special projects are in compliance with negotiated timelines/financial allocations. - Implement measures to determine effectiveness of communications programs and create plans to improve results. - Responsibilities impact the achievement of key department and/or functional objectives. - Contributes to the achievement of department objectives. - Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve department objectives would normally affect expenditures and resources. - Involves interpreting and analyzing established concepts. - Exercises judgment to make decisions for less defined issues and selects methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. - Requires moderately complex decision-making. - Develops solutions to complex problems. - May refer to established precedents and policies when making decisions. - Requires significant analysis to develop solutions for complex problems. - Provides professional/technical guidance to team members. - Influences others regarding existing concepts, processes and/or methodology. - Participates in determining objectives of assignment. - Works under limited direction. - Plans schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives. - Work is reviewed by management at key intervals for advice and guidance prior to completion. - Has no formal supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically five (5) or more years of experience working in a complex corporate communications environment with demonstrated excellence in developing, implementing and monitoring strategic communications programs. - Bachelor's degree in journalism, english or business administration or related field or equivalent experience. - Master's degree preferred. - Ability to coordinate diverse projects and activities into a cohesive and strategic communications program. - Thorough knowledge of policies, practices and systems. - Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards. - Full knowledge of industry practices. - Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields. - Excellent writing and editing skills. - Demonstrated ability to work with executives who lead a complex organization. - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a corporate communications department on a team with professional communicators. - Demonstrated strong project and time management skills.2012-04-21 18:55:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132465CAOakland, CA28061076http://kp.jobs/xml/28061076/jobUSAModestoTitle: Employee Assistance Program Coordinator II Location: Modesto, CA Assumes major responsibility for the daily operations of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) in a particular facility or geographic grouping of facilities (Stockton, Manteca, Modesto and Tracy), providing service to physicians, employees, and family members. Coordinates the development, delivery, allocation and maintenance of services in regards to assessment and short-term problem solving and referral, committee and workgroup participation, training, organizational initiative support, organizational change support, threat management, critical incident response, and consultation to managers, supervisors, human resource representatives and union representatives. Essential Functions: Under general clinical direction and consultative support from senior staff and management, performs the following: - Behavioral health assessment and referral. - Short-term problem solving. - Consultation and training to managers, supervisors, human resource representatives and union representatives. - Provides clinical support to less experienced coordinators. - Crisis intervention and critical incident response management of adverse outcomes in the health care setting. - Management of projects based on departmental and organizational needs. - Responsibility for daily operations of Kaiser Permanente's internal EAP at the local facility. - Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity using judgment within defined practices and procedures. - Assesses information to identify the best solution from existing alternatives. - Assesses all new cases and requests for services; determines course of action or seeks consultative support for complex cases/issues. - Conducts an assessment when a new request arises and determines what has been done and still needs to be done. - Collects and analyzes data to make informed recommendations/decisions which affect the department. - Identifies the need for, and contracts with manager/client around role clarity and decision-making authority. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Licensed MFT, LCSW or PhD. - Minimum of 3 years of EAP experience. - Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience required including chemical dependency work, crisis intervention, traumatic stress intervention and short term problem solving. - Experience with training design and implementation and organizational consultation preferred. - Thorough knowledge of policies, practices and systems. - Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards. - Full knowledge of industry practices. - Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Expertise in dealing with the complex and high risk nature of a medical services work setting a plus. - Master's degree or PhD or equivalent experience in social work, psychology, or related clinical human services discipline. - High School diploma or GED required. Preferred Qualifications: - CEAP or CEAP eligible preferred. - Internal EAP experience preferred. - Experience with training design and implementation and organizational consultation preferred.2012-04-21 18:55:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132468CAModesto, CA28061077http://kp.jobs/xml/28061077/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Principal Management Development Consultant (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Principal Management Development Consultant Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA The Principal Management Development Consultant is responsible for leadership development consulting for assigned regions or NLT client groups. Developes and implements appropriate straetgies, tools, and process to identify and develop executive talent to meet business needs. Provides expertise executive development to build leadership capability, depth, and diversity. Contributes to, and may lead the design of tools, processes, and programs to support talent assessment, development, and succession management for the program. Essential Functions: -Develop and implement a succession management & executive development strategy for assigned client group(s) that supports the business requirements, including leadership development goals and timeline, of the group. Client groups generally consist of National Leadership Team areas or larger regions within Kaiser Permanente. -Refine, manage and execute a consistent leadership review and succession planning process that supports the talent planning and development needs of the business. -Work with senior leaders to forecast succession planning requirements, create robust pipelines of high potential leaders, identify critical development activities and ensure follow-up/sponsorship of development work. -Consult with executives on the assessment and development of their direct reports explicitly linking talent development to business objectives. -Assure the development needs of high potential leaders are systematically met through related work experiences and projects, internal and external development programs and other appropriate approaches. -Actions and decisions will impact the quality and supply of executive talent. -Exercises considerable judgment in dealing with complex issues and organizational structures. Requires the adaptation of national leadership development approaches to meet the needs of the assigned client group(s). Regularly interacts with senior executives, HR business partners, and leadership development resources across the organization. Success requires the ability to influence all of these stakeholders on a range of issues including development philosophy, timely and consistent execution of work, and the effective assessment and development oftalent. -Requires verbal and written presentation of material to senior executive groups to build understanding and/or commitment to a specific direction or recommendation. The ability to partner with others and create win-win solutions is critical to successful execution. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum ten (10) plus years of experience in leadership development and/or organizational development in large, complex environments of which five (5) years should be directly related to talent assessment, development planning, succession planning, and coaching. - Twelve (12) plus years of experience in leadership development and/or organizational development in large, complex organizations of which six (6) years should be directly related to talent assessment, development planning, succession planning, and coaching. - Experience in health care delivery and experience in other industries highly desired. - Minimum of a master's degree in a related field (Organizational Development, Psychology, Human Resources). - PhD desirable but not required. - Highest level of expertise in talent assessment, job analysis, consulting, competency modeling and behavioral interviewing. - Demonstrated ability to translate business drivers into talent requirements. - Ability to create, implement and enhance management processes and experience using technology to support talent processes highly desirable. - Understanding of large, complex organizations. - Clear understanding of business concepts, tools and functions.2012-04-21 18:55:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132644CAOakland, CA28061079http://kp.jobs/xml/28061079/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Outpatient Pharmacy Manager Hourly (PLS-201803) Location: Pleasanton, CA Under the direction of the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager or Outpatient Pharmacy Director, is responsible for the management of all aspects of Pharmacy services at identified Outpatient Pharmacy location(s). Ensures compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations, Statewide Pharmacy Operations objectives, policies, and procedures. Responsible for day-to-day operations of assigned work area(s)/ functions(s)/services(s). Provides supervision and direction to subordinate Outpatient Pharmacy Supervisor - Hourly, Pharmacist and non-pharmacist employees. Manages a pharmacy location(s). Performs the duties of all subordinate employees and other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager or Outpatient Pharmacy Director w/ the development and implementation of pharmacy strategic initiatives. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager or Outpatient Pharmacy Director by providing supervision and direction of the pharmacy services/activities/functions, including drug distribution, drug education, pharmacist clinical activities, retail business expansion, performance measurements, regulatory compliance, employee development, and multi-disciplinary team development. - Manages departmental personnel and operational practices to ensure compliance w/ Federal and State laws and regulations, T.J.C., O.S.H.A., SBOP, Statewide and Departmental policies and procedures. - Collaborates w/ the Inpatient Pharmacy Management and Medical Group departments to provide continuity of care and compliance w/ applicable Federal and State laws and regulations governing hospitals. - Sphere of influence includes Pharmacy Staff, Other Members of the Pharmacy Management Team, Providers, Department Administrators, and Physician-In-Charge. - Provides personnel management activities. - Completes performance evaluations and ensures adherence to departmental plan for completion of performance evaluations. - Develops processes to ensure the department meets HR compliance expectations for evaluations. - Works w/ Human Resources in handling employee grievances. - Responsible for the preparation and assignment of department staff's work schedules and assignments. - Prepares the biweekly payroll. - Provides regular communication and feedback to the staff. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager or Outpatient Pharmacy Director to monitor personnel utilization in accordance w/ operating budget and adheres to the personnel justification process for the department. - Develops departmental budget in conjunction w/ Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager and/or Outpatient Pharmacy Director. - May work w/ local BS & F on departmental budget. - Responsible for all financial performance targets in pharmacy. - Participates in designing, implementing and evaluating systems, processes, and methods designed to enhance quality, improve service, and enhance cost effectiveness. - Responsible for all service measures in department. - Provides resolution to service complaints by Health Plan members, other Kaiser health care professionals, department heads, and employees. - Administers organizational and department policies and procedures on a day-to-day basis. - Performs the duties of all subordinate employees and other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience, or courses completed, in pharmacy business management or related subjects preferred. - B.S. in Pharmacy required. - Pharm . D. preferred. - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License. - Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of contemporary outpatient pharmacy operations principles and standards, including clinical, professional, legal, business, and public relations aspects. - Ability to extract pertinent information from patients, or other sources, to apply to the patient's medical management plan. - Demonstrated abilities and skills in pharmacy business management, customer problem-resolution, leadership and supervision. - Ability to demonstrate proficiency in oral and written English-speaking communication skills. - Proficiency in various databases and other computer usage. - Must possess self-initiative, innovative, and collaborative skills. - Must have a working knowledge of applicable Federal and State pharmacy regulations. - Must pass background check. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-21 18:55:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132161CAPleasanton, CA28061036http://kp.jobs/xml/28061036/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Area Pharmacy Dir [SSC-201916] Location: Sacramento, CA Leads the planning, development and implementation of Area strategic initiatives in Pharmacy Operations. Areas of responsibility include quality, utilization, finance, day-to-day operations, service, and human resources for Pharmacy Operations. Integrates those activities with California pharmacy strategic initiatives and goals, as well as general Area operations. Develops strong collaborative leadership relationship with KFHP/H leadership teams and the Medical Group to achieve regional and California goals. Participates with peers to ensure the rapid transfer of best practices. Essential Functions: - Leads planning, development & implementation of Area Pharmacy Operations, both In & Out Patient. Supports & directs the implementation of California pharmacy strategic initiatives & goals. - Partners with medical staff & other care providers to ensure the delivery of high quality, cost effective pharmaceutical care. - Provides ongoing leadership & direction to enhance member service. - Provides leadership & direction to the Area pharmacy personnel. - Responsible for the development & implementation of Area pharmacy operating & capital budgets. - Responsible for all pharmacy activities, including drug distribution, drug education, pharmacist clinical role expansion, retail business expansion, performance measurement, employee development, regulatory compliance & multi-disciplinary team development. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Pharmacy Degree required. - Masters in Pharmacy, Management, Health Svc. or Business Admin. preferred. - CA Registered Pharmacist license. - Working knowledge of state & federal laws & regulations such as JCAHO, Title 22, Federal HMO Act, Knox-Keene Act. - Applicable Medi-Cal & Medicare regulations & State Board of Pharmacy Regulations. - Demonstrated ability to lead & manage professionals & others through influence & collaboration across multiple sites. - Demonstrated proficiency in team building, conflict resolution, & group dynamics as well as project management. - Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative & innovation. - Demonstrated ability to utilize effective verbal & written communication skills. - Demonstrated knowledge of all facets of inpatient and/or outpatient pharmacy operations, including professional, legal, business & public relations aspects. Schedule: Sun - Sat, 40 hours a week, day shift; may include working weekends, evenings, nights, days and holidays.2012-04-21 18:55:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132230CASacramento, CA28061037http://kp.jobs/xml/28061037/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Supervisor Inpatient Pharmacy [SRO-201732] Location: Santa Rosa, CA Provides supervision and technical/clinical direction to pharmacist and non-pharmacist employees in an Inpatient Pharmacy setting. Ensures compliance with State & Federal laws, regulations, and standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services, and Divisional Pharmacy objectives, policies and procedures. Assists the Inpatient Pharmacy Director with the development and implementation of strategic initiatives. Responsible for the day-to-day operations of assigned area(s). Essential Functions: - Assists the Inpatient Pharmacy Director with the development and implementation of pharmacy strategic initiatives and provides technical/clinical direction and supervision to pharmacy staff. - Responsible for assigned pharmacy services /activities including day-to-day operations, drug distribution, drug education, pharmacists clinical activities, performance measurement/improvement, regulatory compliance, employee development and multi-disciplinary team development. - Ensures compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and standards. - Works in collaboration with providers, department heads, and the Inpatient Pharmacy Director to implement , evaluate and improve quality management programs. - Administers organizational and departmental policies and procedures on a day-to-day basis. - Provides leadership, direction and supervision of pharmacy staff including recommendations regarding hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, discipline, training, performance evaluation/management. - As assigned, accountable for pharmacy quality, service and fiscal outcomes. - Ensures that all staff has adequate and ongoing training to enhance and assure job performance. - Participates in designing, implementing, evaluating/improving systems, methods and processes designed to enhance quality, improve service, and enhance cost effectiveness. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous supervisory or functional direction experience (usually two (2) years). - B.S. degree in Pharmacy required. - Pharm. D preferred. - Licensure as a pharmacist in California required. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others. - Demonstrated ability to exercise self-initiative and innovation. - Demonstrated ability to utilize effective verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of applicable state and federal pharmacy regulations. - Demonstrated knowledge of inpatient and/or outpatient pharmacy operations, including professional, legal, business and public relations aspects. - Demonstrated ability to lead and work as a member of a professional team. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: 40Hrs per week, variable shift, may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.2012-04-21 18:55:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132240CASanta Rosa, CA28061038http://kp.jobs/xml/28061038/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Manager, Internal Controls Location: Oakland, CA Manages a unit that provides key business processes, data and/or services that support the attainment of finance goals. Ensures high customer satisfaction. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership and direction for the unit in accordance with the overall strategic direction of the department. - Serves as the content expert of the responsible area, providing assistance and advice. - Communicates information effectively, translating financial data into meaningful information that support business decision-making. - Applies understanding of operational and financial performance to anticipate and meet the needs of clients. - Holds unit to high standards of performance. - Assures integrity of data and analysis. - Defines and frames complex issues and develops time tables/processes for decision making. - Facilitates the ongoing learning, well-being, professional satisfaction and development of staff through training, work assignments, increased responsibility/autonomy and mentoring. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant (seven (7) plus years) of directly related financial experience with a variety of projects. - Prior experience managing staff. - Experience with KP data sources. - Experience with SAS and Microsoft access helpful. - Bachelors degree, or equivalent experience, in business administration, economics, finance, accounting, or related field. - CPA, master's degree or extensive healthcare industry experience preferred. - Knowledge in one (1) of the following: accounting, finance, quantitative analysis, financial analysis, healthcare economics, information systems, organizational development, health care delivery systems, project management or new business development. - Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations related to the healthcare industry. - Strong communications, presentation and interpersonal skills. - Excellent skills in complex analytic problem solving, project management and group processes. - Proficiency with Microsoft office (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint). - Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA), Public Health, Health Administration, or other related field preferred.2012-04-21 18:55:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132377CAOakland, CA28061040http://kp.jobs/xml/28061040/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Facility Referral Coordinator Location: Sacramento, CA Under general supervision, analyzes, reviews and processes authorization and payments for outside medical services. Researches and resolves inquiries from outside providers; educates members, physicians, outside providers and staff regarding the referral process. Updates and edits authorization and payment data into Authorized Outside Medical Services system (AOMS). Recommends changes/additions to enhance service levels and cost benefits. Essential Functions: - Analyzes and evaluates each outside medical services bill for appropriateness of charges and processes for payment ensuring payment is made only for authorized services, procedure codes are consistent with diagnosis codes and services are not unbundled. Investigates and resolves billing problems. - Identifies impact of contractual agreements on actual costs and alerts supervisor of findings that indicate unfavorable impact of cost containment efforts. - Monitors billing practices of outside providers. Reviews and processes Authorizations for Medical Care which involves verifying eligibility, monitoring benefit limits and assigning reason and service codes. - Interprets existing contract language and responds to inquiries from outside providers regarding contractual arrangements. Utilizes multiple mainframe systems to determine primary payer status of pending referrals and answers inquiries of patients and providers. - Works closely with KFHP case managers to inform them of all members in non-Kaiser hospitals to expedite repatriation and patients and providers to answer inquiries. - Processes non-purchase order invoices, employee expense reports and other requests for payment. - Investigates and resolves vendor/department inquiries. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two-year college degree, or equivalent experience, in accounting or related field. Bachelors degree preferred. - Previous medical billing office experience in a hospital or clinic environment requiring knowledge of medical terminology and application of medical billing codes or claims processing experience at a senior level. - Familiarity with medical billing standards, Medicare billing requirements and KFHP benefits preferred. - Excellent customer service, telephone presentation and problem solving skills. - Previous experience working with a mainframe database claims processing/billing system. - Ability to prioritize work in a high volume demanding environment. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Parnership environment. Please note: Hours are Monday through Friday, but can be negotiated.2012-04-21 18:55:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132423CASacramento, CA28061043http://kp.jobs/xml/28061043/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Gardener - Grade 280 Location: San Francisco, CA Under close supervision, perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled grounds keeping duties, including gardening, limited landscaping, spraying and tree trimming; and related work as required. In addition, assists Senior Gardener in general maintenance of the facility's grounds. Essential Functions: - Moves soil, equipment, and materials; and digs holes - Select plants, shrubs, trees and type of lawn to landscape designated areas - Repairs landscaped areas and irrigation system - Installs and repairs irrigation piping - Orders and accounts for supplies, chemicals, minor miscellaneous gardening tools and fertilizer - Operate power-driven equipment such as mower, light trucks, power aerator, sod cutter, power edger, sweeper, trencher, plant digger, power hedge cutter; rot tiller, etc. in accordance with recommended safety precautions - Assists the Senior Gardener, as required - Perform other related duties as necessary Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Four(4) years of related grounds keeping experience - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) - Valid California drivers license - Knowledge of landscape designing, planning, estimating and construction of landscape - Considerable knowledge of gardening and ground work, such as cultivating, watering, pruning, cutting and trimming lawns, trees, shrubs, weeding, raking, transplanting, spraying, sweeping parking areas, fertilizing, planting flowers, removing tree stumps - Considerable knowledge of common trees, ornamental shrubs and plants, and lawn pests and diseases, methods, and materials used in the control and eradication - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos - Ability to print and speak simple sentences - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-04-21 18:54:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130716CASan Francisco, CA28061023http://kp.jobs/xml/28061023/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Unit Assistant - Grade 220 (1122) Location: Antioch, CA This position is responsible for supporting & coordinating the administrative activities of the nursing unit and possibly assigned to cover multiple units. Essential Functions: - Processes transfers & discharges using the Admit-Discharge-Transfer (ADT) system in the electronic medical record - Answers & appropriately routes internal & external telephone calls - Orders materials & supplies for the unit, & collects equipment & medication from the dumb waiter system - Answers call system from nurses' station; follows up w/ patient &/or family as appropriate - Makes follow-up appointments for patients as necessary - In conjunction w/ Discharge Coordinator, organizes transfers to skilled nursing facilities, including printing relevant sections of the patient chart - Prepares discharge packets & other documents for patients (including maternal/baby) - Maintains the unit's business equipment, including maintaining appropriately charged wireless carts - Arranges for special maintenance or repair of the unit's business equipment - Updates the unit's white board (this function may be eliminated) - Maintains the Minimum Record - Assists unit personnel in the use of the electronic medical record & other systems; may act as the unit resource for computer-related issues - Acts as greeter for the unit, greeting new patients & their families - Coordinates discharge times, contacts family members w/ discharge information, & otherwise facilitates a timely discharge when the patient is ready - Initiates unit's downtime procedures when necessary - Communicates w/ other units/departments - May support Environmental Services in the data entry into the ADT system the status of clean & dirty beds - May help to facilitate co-pay collections by communicating w/ the Admitting office when family members are present on the unit, relaying information to Admitting or to the patient/family, etc - Assists w/ other unit duties such as collecting meal trays, taking STAT specimens to the lab, etc - Performs other related duties as assigned - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED - Basic computer skills - Typing speed: 25 wpm - Knowledge of computer applications to include Windows 95/97, 2000 or Windows NT is required - Working knowledge of PCs - Basic knowledge of equipment (fax machine, copy machine, and scanner) - Ability to read & comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, & medical record documents in English - Ability to navigate in a Windows environment utilizing a mouse - Ability to learn policies and procedures - Ability to learn software application - Ability to write simple correspondence using email - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Refer to position specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement Skills testing: PC skills & Typing (25WPM)2012-04-21 18:54:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia120265CAAntioch, CA28061009http://kp.jobs/xml/28061009/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Intern-Undergrad Security Strategy Location: Oakland, CA The Strategy Services team in the Assessment & Response Services organization provides security services that align business needs with threat research and strategic development to drive information security capabilities. The team's charter is to deliver security vision and thought leadership that enables informed strategic decisions Essential Functions Intern will be responsible for assisting with external and internal research study focused on threat assessment and intelligence. This could require product research, data entry, data analysis, and creating supporting documentation. The Intern will also be exposed to various security tools and capabilities. Perform analysis on various strategic development around database, mobile and security tools Competencies and Skills the Intern will Develop: The Intern will bolster his/her overall security skills as it relates to technical capabilities, risk, and general research work. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - 2.8 GPA or higher - Academic students seeking professional training within a business corporate environment - Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint Interested in learning about leadership and information technology We are looking for a self starter, preferably a computer science, computer information systems, statistics or math major that is very interested in information security research and analysis. Quick-learner Reliable & Dependable Preferred Qualifications - 6 monthsexperience with information security2012-04-21 18:53:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132520CAOakland, CA28060999http://kp.jobs/xml/28060999/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Intern-Undergrad HIM/Scanning Location: Pasadena, CA Are you looking for an Internship where you will: - Be exposed to Business Analysis, Strategy, Information Technology, Security? - Learn how to present& communicate complex information& ideas to senior management? - Learn how technology is changing the way health care is delivered? If you are, then this is a position is for you! We are looking for dynamic individuals who are interested in working w/in a health care environment w/ an emphasis on technology. Kaiser Permanente IT is a group of 6,000-plus people dedicated to supporting& improving health care for its 8.6M members,& to delivering 24x7 IT services to 150K employees across 400+ medical facilities. As part of a team under close supervision, Interns will assist in performing a variety of developmental assignments& learn new business tools. In addition, you will participate in enrichment activities for your professional development. KP has a wealth of online, self-paced learning available in all areas of Enterprise IT systems, management methodologies,& application development. Many opportunities will be available to take advantage of not only online material, but to gain real-world knowledge from experts in IT management, process automation, information management& business intelligence. The intern will be working within the Care Delivery Business Information Office. The department is responsible for the development and maintenance of IT systems that support the care delivery processes across Kaiser Permanente hospitals and clinics. The intern will be a team member contributing to the development and support of an internal program in IT Care Delivery. The program will focus on organizing application support requests for consistency and measurability. The intern will may also work on system documentation, meeting facilitation, and metrics gathering with other managers in the Care Delivery Business Information Office Competencies and Skills the Intern will Develop: By the end of the term, the intern will have gained practitioner experiences as a healthcare IT professional in an industry leading healthcare providing organization Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - 2.8 GPA or higher - Academic students seeking professional training within a business corporate environment - Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Goal driven -Self motivated -Strong written communication -Works well autonomously -Eager to learn and take on new challengesSelf-motivated Quick-learner Reliable & Dependable2012-04-21 18:53:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132527CAPasadena, CA28061000http://kp.jobs/xml/28061000/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Manager of Application Support, Pharmacy BIO Location: Pasadena, CA No matter what your job title, the work you do at Kaiser Permanente supports the health and well-being of our members. All 8.7 million of them. That's because each of us-from our financial professionals and IT team members to our RNs and physicians on the front line of care-shares a commitment to providing the best possible care experience. With locations across the United States, we offer the opportunity to build a rewarding career in an environment that supports your success. Join us and put your beliefs into practice. As a member of the Pharmacy Business Information Office (Rx BIO), the Manager of Application Support will be a key member of the Outpatient Pharmacy Replacement Program (OPPR) that is implementing a new Kaiser Permanente enterprise outpatient pharmacy system (ePIMS), which includes a new point of sale system and data warehouse. Managing a team of highly skilled IT professionals, the Manager of Application Support will be responsible for leading the team in support of the ePIMS rollout to all of the regions beginning this year. More specifically, the Manager of Application Support will be responsible for: Managing a team with a mix of FTEs and contractors ePIMS Service Desk for Level 1 Support Production and Non-production Level 2 Support Incident and Defect Triage Incident Management and Reporting Publish and maintain performance dashboards Support of cut-over activities from legacy PIMS system to new ePIMS system On-going monitoring of servers and services, both automated and manned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications BA/BS degree in related field and/or 4 years of additional work related experience. A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible management experience in managing a large team of application support professionals Previous experience in setting-up and managing a service desk Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong technical knowledge of systems, tools, and services Good technical background of infrastructure, database, SOA and web services solutions Practiced at defining and following processes in a highly matrix organization Practiced at process improvement and continuous quality improvement Healthcare related experience, particularly at Kaiser Permanente or other large healthcare companies Must be able to handle stressful situations with calm and certainty Must possess excellent analytical and problem solving skills Must be able to communicate with all levels of the organization Preferred Qualifications Previous experience managing a large, diverse, and complex platforms Previous experience managing off-shore teams and SOWs Consulting background is a plus2012-04-21 18:53:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130910CAPasadena, CA28060998http://kp.jobs/xml/28060998/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Manager Administrative Services Location: Los Angeles, CA Provides administrative support in a staff capacity to a diverse functional area or business group by directing such activities as budget planning & control, personnel administration, training, communications, & workflow procedures. Identifies, coordinates, & implements numerous projects/programs to improve the quality & cost-effectiveness of operations & service. Provides support & advice to management. Resolves complex problems, many of which do not have easily definable solutions. Essential Functions: - Ensures compliance w/ organization policies/procedures & regulatory agencies; effective utilization of personnel, materials, space, & equipment; & effective customer service - Recommends & implements internal policies & procedures - Interprets & applies company policies/ procedures - Manages the budget to meet the fiscal goals for capital, payroll, & non-payroll expenses - Performs financial & staffing analysis - Coordinates reconciliation of accounts & budget reporting requirements - Advises management of serious variances; recommends & implements solutions - May include managing complex transfer pricing agreements - Supervises multiple ancillary functions, such as secretarial support, systems development, communications, & training - In addition, provides human resources support to the entire functional area, including managing the hiring, salary determination, & performance evaluation processes - Directs the units participation in diversity employment programs - May compile statistics & produce reports (EEO/AA) for human resources & management - Facilitates/administers training & educational programs, such as professional development, systems training, & train-the-trainer programs - May conduct training sessions - Identifies service & operational problems & issues; provides project management support to identify, research, develop & implement solutions - Edits/produces any organizational unit communications, such as newsletters & directories - Represents the organizational unit on administrative matters - Establishes partnerships w/ other functional areas and/or regions - Provides consultation to project teams working on region-wide and/or inter-regional projects Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, in Business Administration, or other relevant field. - Master's Degree preferred. - Extensive experiencein managing a multi-disciplinary staff of professionals, technical and non-exempt employees. - May require significant experience in functional area. - Experience developing education and training programs. - Experience with budget management/ development. - Ability to adapt to constantly shifting priorities in managing a wide-range of projects. - Team player, tactful and diplomatic. - Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills. - User knowledge of computer systems/applications. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in payroll function and area of expertise. - Experience in a management/leadership role. - Able to be a leader, interact with senior management, manage and help balance multiple interests, and resolve conflicts. - Management of highly visible and significant compensation, payroll and benefits. - Extensive data analysis and project management skills. - Experience in Microsoft Office with strong emphasis on Excel. - Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. - Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with all levels of physicians/management. Notes: - Days may vary. - Rotating weekends.2012-04-20 19:41:01United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132089CALos Angeles, CA28038220http://kp.jobs/xml/28038220/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Ombudsman/Mediator Location: Fontana, CA The HealthCare Ombudsman/Mediator functions as a trained alternative dispute professional offering patients, family members, staff and providers a conflict management program to resolve patient/ provider healthcare disputes early and quickly thereby improving patient safety and reducing the costs of health care dispute resolution. Serves as a trusted and informal information resource, communication channel, complaint handler, facilitator, consultant and practitioner for dispute resolution. Acts to seek fair and equitable solutions to patient/provider problems and for suggesting dispute resolution processes for addressing and managing conflicts and for policy and procedural changes. Brings issues to senior leadership to address care delivery improvement efforts. Promotes effective relationships/communication between patients and providers. Essential Functions: - Program Implementation: Implements the healthcare ombudsman/mediator (HCOM) program. - Establishes annual workplan and performance metrics to demonstrate program effectiveness, including but not limited to: patient and provider satisfaction, cost savings, cost avoidance in lawsuits averted, increased productivity, savings in management time, increased personnel resources and the promotion of patient safety initiatives. - Develops and implements an on-going communications program, including informational materials for patients and family, staff training and awareness building and materials for external audiences. - Patient/Provider/Staff Ombudsman/ Mediator Process: Serves as a dispute resolution practitioner whose major function is to provide confidential and informal assistance to patients and providers in resolving patient care issues, which includes the following. - Receives inquiries for dispute resolution, listens impartially and questions the patient/staff to help put the problem into perspective. - Conducts informal fact-finding and gathers information, including any general background information that may be helpful to understand the overall context of the dispute and assesses the overall gravity of the situation, and meets with the parties to discuss issues. - Based on an analysis of the situation, recommends options to assist the parties in the resolution of their dispute,. - Serves as an impartial and independent third party for clients, focusing upon patient care issues. - Facilitates contact with other appropriate local/regional departments as necessary (e.g. Legal or Member Services) - Collaboration and Problem Solving: - Develops collaborative relationships within the Medical Center and Regional departments to provide and facilitate a fair, open and creative atmosphere. - Provides feedback to senior management by tracking and analyzing types of patient and provider concerns, and in collaboration with appropriate stakeholder groups. - Identifies opportunities for improvement to policies and practices which contribute to systemic conflicts, concerns and complaints. - Provides internal consulting services to providers on communication and dispute resolution strategies, designed to improve individual and organizational effectiveness - Analysis and Reporting: - Maintains data set to support the evaluation of the effectiveness of the program. - Analyzes aggregate data/information from HCOM case experience concerning patterns of complaints. - Identifies and informs upper management of patterns and trends affecting patient care. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree required. - Masters degree in business, health care, public administration or related field desired. - Clinical or hospital/healthcare background (usually 10+ years) required. - Extensive (usually 10+ years) progressive experience in clinical or management roles in a health plan or multi-faceted health care system desired. - Evidence of having taken and passed a 40 or more hour Ombudsman training course or equivalent experience (usually 100+ cases) or take and pass a 40 hour or more Ombudsman training course within the first 90 days of employment. - Evidence of having taken and passed a 40 hour or more Mediation course or equivalent experience (usually 100+ cases) or take and pass a 40 or more hour Mediation training course within the first 90 days of employment. - Knowledge of relevant healthcare regulations (including HIPAA), accreditory standards, Ombudsman & Mediator Code of Ethics and state tort system (as it relates to medical malpractice). - Demonstrated ability to work with difficult situations with multiple interests/parties involved. - Demonstrated analytical/data management skills. - Demonstrated program development expertise (strategic direction, work planning, communications, and implementation). - Demonstrated excellent written and presentation communication skills. - Demonstrated expertise in interpersonal skills, including active listening and relationship/trust/consensus building. - Knowledge of KP preferred. Notes: - Flexibility to travel to various KP and/or contracted facilities within the coverage area, as applicable, to conduct HCOM responsibilities. - Flexibility to travel to various locations across the program for training, advanced training, workshops, and presentations.2012-04-20 19:41:01United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132087CAFontana, CA28038219http://kp.jobs/xml/28038219/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Director II Ambulatory Care RN Location: Anaheim, CA Responsible for directing the administrative and business management of multiple MOBs with more than 250 FTEs or multiple medium size departments with more than 250 FTEs (which may be at multiple sites) providing ambulatory patient care services and the planning, development, implementation and evaluation/improvement of services/programs. Through clinical nurse managers or assistant nurse managers, ensures nursing and patient care staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care and patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply with local, state and federal requirements; implements and maintains clinical and patient care practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Directs the management of operations, programs and services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcome measures, as well as with strategic, business and organizational goals/objectives. Participates as part of management team in formulating, implementing and evaluating business plans/strategies for ambulatory care services and responsible for achieving both short and long term strategic, business and financial goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Responsible for implementing, communicating, monitoring and evaluating business strategies to all MOBs in the service area. - These functions can include Service, Access, Clinical Quality, Finance and Operational support. - This work is directed by the Leadership team and is in cooperation of those services who have supporting roles for this work. - Provides direction and consultation regarding Medical Service Area performance and strategic opportunities. - Identifies the most effective means of solving the issues. - Facilitates committees and task forces. - Lead projects or oversees programs. - Acts as a communication liaison between stakeholders of services and support functions. - Directs the management of ambulatory care programs, services and operations and through nurse manager(s) or assistant nurse managers is responsible for the delivery of nursing services and outpatient care which are integrated with business plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that services meet members', physicians and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Directs the coordination/integration of outpatient services between departments and across the continuum of care and directs the continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by design and implementation of systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care. - As part of management team, participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of new models/methods of delivering primary care to members. - Ensures patient care staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, NCQA, federal, state and local requirements. - Collaborates with physicians, nursing and other health care providers in establishing, implementing, and maintaining patient care, quality and service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations. - Acts as a patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the multiple departments and across continuum of care. - Directs the management of financial plans, resources and budgets. - Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for multiple departments and manages human resources functions; develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all staff. - Leads the management of the programs for in-service education and on going staff development. - Directs the development, implementation, and monitoring of departmental policies and procedures which support the organization's goals and business objectives. - Collaborates with Physician Team Leaders and Department Chiefs in planning and developing the level of patient services/programs and the day-to-day operations of departments. - Integrates outpatient services/programs with strategic business plans. - Directs the management of human resources, labor relations, employee and safety/risk management functions. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's degree in health services administration, nursing, management, business administration or equivalent experience (usually 6 years) in patient care/clinical services required. - Current and valid California RN license. - Experience in management of ambulatory care or other related clinical area (usually 5-7 years). - Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills - Knowledge of ambulatory care practices, operations and local, state and federal regulatory standards - Ability to conduct business and financial planning. - Demonstrates ability to development and implement cross functional programs and projects with multiple stakeholders with successful results.2012-04-20 19:41:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131779CAAnaheim, CA28038215http://kp.jobs/xml/28038215/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Director II Ambulatory Care RN Location: Anaheim, CA Responsible for directing the administrative and business management of multiple MOBs with more than 250 FTEs or multiple medium size departments with more than 250 FTEs (which may be at multiple sites) providing ambulatory patient care services and the planning, development, implementation and evaluation/improvement of services/programs. Through clinical nurse managers or assistant nurse managers, ensures nursing and patient care staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care and patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply with local, state and federal requirements; implements and maintains clinical and patient care practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Directs the management of operations, programs and services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcome measures, as well as with strategic, business and organizational goals/objectives. Participates as part of management team in formulating, implementing and evaluating business plans/strategies for ambulatory care services and responsible for achieving both short and long term strategic, business and financial goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Responsible for implementing, communicating, monitoring and evaluating business strategies to all MOBs in the service area. - These functions can include Service, Access, Clinical Quality, Finance and Operational support. - This work is directed by the Leadership team and is in cooperation of those services who have supporting roles for this work. - Provides direction and consultation regarding Medical Service Area performance and strategic opportunities. - Identifies the most effective means of solving the issues. - Facilitates committees and task forces. - Lead projects or oversees programs. - Acts as a communication liaison between stakeholders of services and support functions. - Directs the management of ambulatory care programs, services and operations and through nurse manager(s) or assistant nurse managers is responsible for the delivery of nursing services and outpatient care which are integrated with business plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that services meet members', physicians and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Directs the coordination/integration of outpatient services between departments and across the continuum of care and directs the continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by design and implementation of systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care. - As part of management team, participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of new models/methods of delivering primary care to members. - Ensures patient care staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, NCQA, federal, state and local requirements. - Collaborates with physicians, nursing and other health care providers in establishing, implementing, and maintaining patient care, quality and service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations. - Acts as a patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the multiple departments and across continuum of care. - Directs the management of financial plans, resources and budgets. - Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for multiple departments and manages human resources functions; develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all staff. - Leads the management of the programs for in-service education and on going staff development. - Directs the development, implementation, and monitoring of departmental policies and procedures which support the organization's goals and business objectives. - Collaborates with Physician Team Leaders and Department Chiefs in planning and developing the level of patient services/programs and the day-to-day operations of departments. - Integrates outpatient services/programs with strategic business plans. - Directs the management of human resources, labor relations, employee and safety/risk management functions. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's degree in health services administration, nursing, management, business administration or equivalent experience (usually 6 years) in patient care/clinical services required. - Current and valid California RN license. - Experience in management of ambulatory care or other related clinical area (usually 5-7 years). - Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills - Knowledge of ambulatory care practices, operations and local, state and federal regulatory standards - Ability to conduct business and financial planning. - Demonstrates ability to development and implement cross functional programs and projects with multiple stakeholders with successful results.2012-04-20 19:41:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131783CAAnaheim, CA28038214http://kp.jobs/xml/28038214/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Director II Ambulatory Care Location: Anaheim, CA Responsible for directing the administrative and business management of multiple MOBs with more than 250 FTEs or multiple medium size departments with more than 250 FTEs (which may be at multiple sites) providing ambulatory patient care services and the planning, development, implementation and evaluation/improvement of services/programs. Through clinical nurse managers or assistant nurse managers, ensures nursing and patient care staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care and patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply with local, state and federal requirements; implements and maintains clinical and patient care practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Directs the management of operations, programs and services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcome measures, as well as with strategic, business and organizational goals/objectives. Participates as part of management team in formulating, implementing and evaluating business plans/strategies for ambulatory care services and responsible for achieving both short and long term strategic, business and financial goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Responsible for implementing, communicating, monitoring and evaluating business strategies to all MOBs in the service area. - These functions can include Service, Access, Clinical Quality, Finance and Operational support. - This work is directed by the Leadership team and is in cooperation of those services who have supporting roles for this work. - Provides direction and consultation regarding Medical Service Area performance and strategic opportunities. - Identifies the most effective means of solving the issues. - Facilitates committees and task forces. - Lead projects or oversees programs. - Acts as a communication liaison between stakeholders of services and support functions. - Directs the management of ambulatory care programs, services and operations and through nurse manager(s) or assistant nurse managers is responsible for the delivery of nursing services and outpatient care which are integrated with business plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that services meet members', physicians and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Directs the coordination/integration of outpatient services between departments and across the continuum of care and directs the continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by design and implementation of systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care. - As part of management team, participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of new models/methods of delivering primary care to members. - Ensures patient care staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, NCQA, federal, state and local requirements. - Collaborates with physicians, nursing and other health care providers in establishing, implementing, and maintaining patient care, quality and service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations. - Acts as a patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the multiple departments and across continuum of care. - Directs the management of financial plans, resources and budgets. - Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for multiple departments and manages human resources functions; develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all staff. - Leads the management of the programs for in-service education and on going staff development. - Directs the development, implementation, and monitoring of departmental policies and procedures which support the organization's goals and business objectives. - Collaborates with Physician Team Leaders and Department Chiefs in planning and developing the level of patient services/programs and the day-to-day operations of departments. - Integrates outpatient services/programs with strategic business plans. - Directs the management of human resources, labor relations, employee and safety/risk management functions. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's degree in health services administration, nursing, management, business administration or equivalent experience (usually 6 years) in patient care/clinical services required. - Experience in management of ambulatory care or other related clinical area (usually 5-7 years). - Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills - Knowledge of ambulatory care practices, operations and local, state and federal regulatory standards - Ability to conduct business and financial planning. - Demonstrates ability to development and implement cross functional programs and projects with multiple stakeholders with successful results.2012-04-20 19:41:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131802CAAnaheim, CA28038216http://kp.jobs/xml/28038216/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Sp Unit Staff RN - Hospital Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS. - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in acute Hemodialysis or completion of a KP or equivalent acute Hemodialysis course within prior 12 months. - Current ACLS card required. - The ability to take call within a 60 minute response time Preferred Qualifications: - Currently working in Acute or Chronic Dialysis setting as a registered nurse, Apheresis treatment, CAPD/CCPD experience - American Nurse Nephrology Association certificate Notes: - Will take calls; will perform hemodialysis , plasmapheresis, manual and cycler PD, will take care of pediatric and adult patients. - Will rotate as a charge RN, bedside treatments and in-unit treatments, emergency room treatments, SSOU and OR treatments as necessary2012-04-20 19:40:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131011CALos Angeles, CA28038205http://kp.jobs/xml/28038205/jobUSASan BernardinoTitle: Psychologist Location: San Bernardino, CA Performs diagnoses and psychological assessments of referred patients by administering, scoring and interpreting psychometric and projective tests as well as other psycho-diagnostic techniques and behavior observations. Essential Functions: - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care and license, maintains license. - Performs diagnoses and psychological assessments of referred patients by administering, scoring and interpreting psychometric and projective tests as well as other psycho-diagnostic techniques and behavior observations. - Assesses brain functioning and pathology through the administration of special psychological techniques per mental health benefit contract. - Transmits diagnostic and assessment information to referring professionals through verbal and written reports. - Offers consultation and in-service training to other mental health professionals on clinical issues relevant to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders to include consultation w/ physicians on psychological factors in the physical health or illness of individuals. - May conduct research of human behavior and possible methods for eliminating psychological disorders. - Conducts program evaluation to assess quality of care and cost effectiveness of clinical procedures. - Offers research and program design consultation. - Conducts initial interview w/ member by eliciting and interpreting the psychological and social meaning of complaints. - Determines urgency of member's needs. - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation and recommends a course of therapeutic action; selects appropriate treatment modality. - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents and children. - Renders appropriate and immediate guidance and therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services. - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports and letters; phones, writes and visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools, relatives, friends to obtain pertinent information. - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants and community resources. - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information and referrals. - Proficient in identifying and treating the span of developmental stages. - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but limited to individual, group, family and child therapy. - Complies w/ organization, department, state, federal, regulatory agency guidelines, policies and procedures. Qualifications: This is a repost of 128460. Basic Qualifications: - Current license as a Psychologist by the California Board of Behavioral Examiners. - Doctorate degree from an APA accredited University with specialization in a field of clinical or counseling psychology. - Two (2)or more years of post graduate experience in a behavioral health setting Internship in an APA approved program preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Skills required to treat adults, children and families individually and in groups needed. - Strong cognitive behavioral skills. - Basic PC Skills: Word, Excel, Powerpoint,and Access - Work well in a team environment with Physicians, Therapists, Nurses and Clerical staff. Notes: - Must have familiarity with various assessment tools. - Testing/Intake Assessment ratios will be assigned according to access needs. - May be required to cover ER after hours and weekends. - Four (4) hours after 5:00 pm per week may be required. - At the current time this position will require approximately 50% of available patient contact hours dedicated to performing Intake Assessments with patients. - Travel may be required as specified below. - This position will be utilized in the following settings: outpatient psychiatric clinic, inpatient hospital and the medical centers. - Intake Assesment, testing, triage, crisis stabilization, treatment planning, and treatment intervention consistent with the goalsof the Fontana Psychiatry Department are examples of the primary functions of the job. - Performs diagnosis, psychiological and neuropsychological assessment by administering, scoring and interpreting psychometric and projective tests as well as other psychodiagnostic techniques and behavioral observations. - In psychiatry clinic settings, the position does require travel to other sites to provide services. - Compensation for milage will be provided. - The Department will provide the necessary training related to policies, procedures and systems used in the various settings. - This position is expected to be a five day rotation.2012-04-20 19:40:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130995CASan Bernardino, CA28038204http://kp.jobs/xml/28038204/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Psychiatric Nurse-RN-PD Location: San Diego, CA Information will be added based on hiring manager submission Essential Functions: - Under the direction and supervision of a physician. - Utilizes e-script for medication refills. Provide medication information to patients. - Participate with psychiatrist during medication clinics with responsibility for documentation and case management. - Other related duties as directed. - Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience in relevant clinical nursing setting. - Worked with psychiatric patients. - BA preferred. - Degree in Nursing. - Current CA RN license required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish). Notes: - Will cover all 4 locations - This is a per-diem position2012-04-20 19:40:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131109CASan Diego, CA28038210http://kp.jobs/xml/28038210/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: LVN II - Urgent Care - Part Time Location: Bakersfield, CA Licensed Vocational Nurses are licensed health professionals who perform patient care, technical and supportive services under general supervision in a medical office or clinical setting. The LVN supports the philosophy and complies with the protocols, policies and procedures of the Organization and the assigned Medical Office Department. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Perform patient care functions as prescribed by physician/health care professionals following established protocols, policies and procedures within their scope of education, training and responsibilities. - Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams. - Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition. - Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order, following established protocols. - Initiate and maintain Intravenous solutions as prescribed by physician, following established protocols. - Maintain equipment and supplies. Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair. Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual. - Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed. - Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. - Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures, following established protocols. Maintain patient confidentiality. - Explain purpose and process of examinations, tests and medical procedures to patients, following established guidelines. - Instruct patients on general health and basic self care procedures. - Review, explain and clarify physician orders with patient or parent. - Instruct patient in use of home equipment. - Administer patient first aid. Apply basic orthopedic devices, as ordered by physician. - Apply and remove dressings. - Execute treatments such as urinary catheterization, bladder irrigations, suction procedures and throat irrigations. - Follow standard infection control procedures. - Administer enemas. Initiate emergency procedures (including basic CPR) and provide emergency patient treatments. - Irrigate and pack wounds. - Lift patients. - Monitor patient vital signs. Monitor patients for bleeding. - Observe machine monitors. - Administer inhalation therapy. - Participate in development of nursing care plans. - Perform surgical preps. Prepare and position patients for procedures. - Prepare patients for physical examinations. Provide therapeutic care as ordered by physician. - Rinse and clean instruments and equipment. - Sterilize instruments and equipment. - Arrange for equipment repair and maintenance. - Maintain clean work area. - Monitor supply of oxygen and gas tanks. Complete laboratory, radiology requisitions and specialized test forms. - Notify appropriate personnel of abnormal lab test results. - Answer member inquires. - Observe patient condition for reactions during and after procedures. - Remove sutures following established protocols. - Respond to Code Blues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse license required. - Current I.V. Certification required. - Basic Life Support required. - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required within six (6) months of hire. - One (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience as a LVN in an acute/outpatient setting. - Computer and typing skills preferred. Notes: - Days and hours may vary including evenings. - Rotating weekends. -This is atwelve (12) hour shift with back up eight (8) hour shift 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm.2012-04-20 19:40:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131095CABakersfield, CA28038207http://kp.jobs/xml/28038207/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Psychiatric Nurse-RN-PD Location: San Diego, CA Information will be added based on hiring manager submission Essential Functions: - Under the direction and supervision of a physician. - Utilizes e-script for medication refills. Provide medication information to patients. - Participate with psychiatrist during medication clinics with responsibility for documentation and case management. - Other related duties as directed. - Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience in relevant clinical nursing setting. - Worked with psychiatric patients. - BA preferred. - Degree in Nursing. - Current CA RN license required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish). - Preferred qualification experience with Chemical Dependency. Notes: - Will cover all 4 locations - This is a per-diem position2012-04-20 19:40:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131112CASan Diego, CA28038211http://kp.jobs/xml/28038211/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Home Health RN/PHN - San Diego - Hospice Location: San Diego, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualification: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within past three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in a licensed Home Health and/or Hospice agency as an RN/PHN. - Current California Driver's License and a clear driving record for the past two years. - Proof of automobile insurance as required by law. Preferred Qualifications: - PHN/CHPN - BSN - Computer literate, Word and Excel competent, experience in a Medical information system preferred. - It is to be legible, accurate, grammatically correct, dated and timed. - The RN has a good working knowledge of pharmaceuticals and drug interactions. - Basic PC Skills:Health Connect - Data Entry Notes: - Rotating Weekends. - Night back-up 2x/m - This RN adheres to the Attendance Program, and supports a collaborative Labor-Management Partnership, attending required meetings and in-services. - This RN is able to organize work to minimize the use of overtime, can identify and assist in systems improvement and utilize payroll and non-payroll resources to their maximum potential: working at all times in a manner that supports Kaiser Permanente. - Job requires up to 120 miles of driving per day and up to four (4) hours of time in car. - Can be up to eight (8) hours of sitting time in certain assignments. - Can require up to three (3)hours of typing time per eight (8) hours. - One (1) to two (2)weekends per month and night on call duties up to 15.5 hours twice a month are required. - Moderate assisted lifting of patients in the home setting. - Practices customer service standards as defined by Service Area; protects Patient Confidentiality; treats all patients families and co-workers with respect; provides an optimal patient care experience by actively listening to patients/families/caregivers, then takes responsibility for meeting their needs; teaches patients/families/caregivers at appropriate level and assures understanding. - The RN in this position is flexible, cooperative and is accountable for own actions. - While upholding Kaiser Permanente, state, federal and local laws, Policies and Procedures and Principles of Responsibility, and all regulatory requirements, the RN leads the Health Care team; understanding scope of practice and utilizing communication skills to identify and solve problems, escalates when needed; Leads, directs, mentors and coaches others on the team, sharing responsibility for outcomes and ensuring completion of patient care activities. - In a timely manner, develops Plansof Care reflectingassessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of outcomes while ensuring that the Plan shows multidisciplinary input, consultation and education, that the plan is reflective of the Kaiser electronic Medical record database. - Initiates, monitors, changes and reassesses plan on ongoing basis with input of patient family and interdisciplinary team. - Documentation, within the computer system, is done effectively and efficiently for optimal patient care, and reflects the nursing process. - The RN has up-to-date, well practiced clinical skills needed for assessment and intervention/treatment of patients in the home setting, and can demonstrate these in the probationary period and ongoing through competency validation. - The RN discusses patient findings and progress toward outcomes with team members, making nursing decisions based on interpretation of data, clinical assessments and evaluation of treatments.2012-04-20 19:40:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130780CASan Diego, CA28038202http://kp.jobs/xml/28038202/jobUSARiversideTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - Clinic Location: Riverside, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care. Preferred Qualifications: - Previous clinical experience. - IV certification - Knowledge of injectable and oral medications given in Family Medicine, Pediatrics and OB/GYN. - Ability to accurately draw-up and deliver oral, IV and injectable medications. Notes: - Rotating Weekends. - May work holidays. - This is a temporary position for approximately five (5) months.2012-04-20 19:40:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128071CARiverside, CA28038184http://kp.jobs/xml/28038184/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Meaningful Use Consultant (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Meaningful Use Consultant Oakland, CA The Meaningful Use (MU) Program Management Office (PMO) is responsible for managing and driving the successful execution of Kaiser Permanente's Meaningful Use national program. The PMO is responsible for the development and implementation of business and information technology plans to ensure Kaiser Permanente's regions meet MU criteria as established by the Centers for Medicare & Medicare Services (CMS) and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC). The Meaningful Use Consultant will provide project management and consulting support to ensure Kaiser Permanente's Meaningful Use qualification for its electronic health record technologies. In this role, the Consultant will support senior leaders in policy areas and external developments, program tracking and qualification activities. May assist Senior Consultants and/or manage mid-sized projects or key workstreams independently. Essential Functions: Provides program support in areas of project management, stakeholder facilitation, implementation, tracking and reporting to ensure Meaningful Use qualification at Kaiser Permanente. Includes development of tools, documents, project plans, frameworks and implementation plans. Gains knowledge about and establishes positive working relationships with KP HealthConnect, operational and clinical partners, both national and regional. Actively assists PMO leaders in creating materials and tools for meetings with regions and national departments to establish effective working relationships. Tracks external policy developments and regulation changes. Identifies and assists with facilitation of sharing of successful practices across the organization pertaining to value realization and clinical systems optimization. Supports audit-ready collection and archival of Meaningful Use documentation. Provides analytic support for other strategic projects as assigned. Communicates effectively across multiple organizational levels and between business and information technology organizations. Demonstrates subject matter knowledge of KP HealthConnect or other electronic medical record systems. Transfers project team knowledge/tools to regions and national partners. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: 4+ years of experience in project and program management, analysis and reporting of data, IT systems implementation, or financial analysis. Bachelor's degree or 4 equivalent years of experience. Basic proficiency with tools including MS Office, Cognos, Visio, MS Project, Active Strategy. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with implementation of KP HealthConnect or other electronic medical records. Knowledge of KP operations, regional structures, IT, and program/project management. Knowledge of financial analysis, workflows, systems development life cycle, systems implementation, analysis and trending, quality assurance, and risk assessment.2012-04-20 19:40:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132375CAOakland, CA28038170http://kp.jobs/xml/28038170/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Sales Executive - Large and Small Group (Sacramento, CA) Location: Sacramento, CA Kaiser Permanente Sales Executive Sacramento, CA The Sales Executive is accountable for managing a sales territory to achieve sales goals and strategic objectives. These jobs have two levels. The functions, tasks, and competencies are the same. It is expected that staff placed in senior jobs will have demonstrated competencies at a significantly higher level and will be expected to work with more complex accounts or books of business. Please refer to the HPI Competency Library for descriptions of competencies and the behaviors associated with them. Essential Functions: - Achieve sales goals by business line - Define & develop sales opportunities for membership growth - Develop sales strategy for maximizing initial membership - Develop & execute sales strategy for maximizing initial member & revenue growth - Complete post-OE analysis & communicate lessons learned & future strategies - Identify & develop small group brokers - Set expectations for penetration & develop strategy for maximum share w/ customer & KP account management team - Develop & manage a pipeline of prospects through various sales channels - Identify & qualify prospects - Assess prospects & prioritize best opportunity sales - Maintain large group prospect database - Develop a channel plan - Report channel profile & performance results to management - Develop & execute a sales plan - Plan & conduct broker training to enhance new sales opportunities - Develop engagement strategies for key brokers - Develop an appropriate communication plan including broker appointments & mailings to communicate changes about KP products, pricing & services - Participate in industry related associations & organization activities - Develop & execute co-op marketing plan - Maintain e-mail database for all assigned brokers for e-communication - Identify & capitalize on changes in market conditions - Develop & execute targeted prospect plan - Identify targeted prospects - Complete & maintain targeted prospect profiles - Complete & maintain targeted prospect strategies - Work collaboratively w/ account management & the service areas on strategies for targeted prospects & final sales efforts - Develop & maintain targeted prospect list & quarterly outreach efforts to both the purchaser & broker of record - Contribute to competitively positioning KP in the marketplace - Identify key competitors in the marketplace - Share competitive information w/ Sales & Marketing team - Use competitive information to identify trends - Assess customer business needs & link appropriate competitor information - Collect, aggregate, & report competitive developments & trends for organizational strategic planning - Collaborate w/ others in KP to develop competitive strategy - Articulate KP position on significant business issues - Seek opportunities for improving KP image/visibility in business community - Share strategy successes w/ Sales & Marketing team - Strategically build new & leverage established, broker relationships to increase prospect & sales opportunities - Proactively prospect & develop new brokers to increase sales opportunities - Identify potential business opportunities w/ assigned brokers - Identify & build relationships w/ key individuals w/in brokerage firms - Create & implement strategic plans for increasing sales at targeted brokerage firms - Identify & engage key KP personnel who can enhance the business relationship - Ensure timely follow-up on customer/broker issue & concerns - Assume other duties as assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Required: Three (3) - five (5) years of successful professional sales and marketing experience. - Experience in carrying out marketing plans and meeting sales goals. - Preferred: Same. - Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience. - State Insurance license. - CA Driver's license. - Basic computer skills. Effective oral and written communication and analytical skills. Bilingual preferred. Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Knowledge of and experience with employee health benefits. - Thorough knowledge of HCFA guidelines or other channel specific regulations may be required.2012-04-20 19:40:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132464CASacramento, CA28038172http://kp.jobs/xml/28038172/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Service Unit Department Manager RN (12-018P) Location: Pleasanton, CA Manages a large unit or multiple units providing ambulatory services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of a large unit or multiple units. - Ensures Assistants & staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, & local requirements. - Collaborates w/ physicians & other health care providers in establishing, implementing, & maintaining patient care & quality service standards to meet members & internal clients' expectations. - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops & monitors budgets & resource allocations. - Monitors financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff. - Provides on going staff development. - Develops, implements, & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organizations goals & business objectives & ensures they are met. - Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader & Department Chief in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department. - Manages & resolves human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues. Secondary Functions: - This position is responsible for managing the Orthopedics, Podiatry, and Minor Injury departments in the Diablo Service Area and across the contiuum of care. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant, usually five (5) years of nursing experience in both outpatient care & management/leadership roles required. - Significant, usually five (5) years of supervisory experience required. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in nursing or health related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certification required. - PALS, PEARS and/or ACLS certifications may be required for positions in specific departments. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, & other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Past experience within Orthopedics, Podiatry, and Minor Injury departments.2012-04-20 19:39:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131969CAPleasanton, CA28038146http://kp.jobs/xml/28038146/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Group Leader Contracting and Development Location: Oakland, CA Leads MSC participation in certain process redesign/improvement efforts designed to facilitate attainment of key organizational objectives. Makes significant contributions and/or provides technical leadership to high visibility projects of strategic importance. Projects may be focused internally to the Department or more broadly within the KP organization or toward external providers, at the points where these interact with the work done by MSC. The incumbent creates structure for resolving undefined issues, researches issues, summarizes information and works with relevant stakeholders. Incumbent is able to analyze issues in the context of business objectives, develop and execute strategies and/or development of programs and processes for MSC. Essential Functions: - Develops, designs and implements strategies for processes within the department, such as enhancing quality or meeting compliance standards. - Formulates the department's approach to new products or systems (i.e., claims system) which impact interactions and relationships with external providers and clients and the organization at-large, at the points where these interact with the work done by MSC. - Provides leadership and expert consultation to other Leaders; in addition seeks their input on business needs and preferences. - Leads multi-disciplinary teams with staff from across units within MSC. - Coaches and develops employees according to their strengths; creates a structure that will promote self-directed work. - Ensures that client and organizational needs are met consistently. - Collaborates with other Leaders to provide support to MSC, regional, and KP Service Area leadership in the pursuit and attainment of organizational goals. - Establishes effective working relationships with peers and others, both internal and external to KP. - Fosters a client oriented work environment with emphasis on dedication to helping clients, respect for individuals, highest standards of quality, innovation, empowerment, and teamwork by developing and implementing policies and practices that reflect the vision of Kaiser Permanente. - Designs and manages MSC related projects and initiatives, including those relating to infrastructure development, establishing processes supporting strategic contracting focus at service area level and meeting the needs of other MSC clients including those which focus on clinical care, systems, regulatory and provider relations. - Examines trends, conducts statistical review, conducts follow-up, troubleshoots issues and develops action plans and tools for line staff to use in their duties. - At times, responsible for negotiating provider arrangements, communicating results, maintaining positive relationships with vendors. - Ensures project outcomes are timely, of the highest quality, are service oriented and contribute to unit, departmental and enterprise objectives. - Assists as needed, in planning and coordinating with others on projects. - Participates and contributes to unit and departmental leadership/management. - Requires a broad, high-level understanding of healthcare, provider contracts, contracting methodologies and payment mechanisms, applicable regulatory/compliance standards, heatlhcare billing and claims payment. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive work experience in contracting for healthcare services, health care operations, consulting and/or project management. - Experience in complex, multi-faceted health plan and health care organizations managing through influence and collaboration. - Bachelor's degree in health care/hospital, public health, business/public administration or related advanced degree. - Masters' degree preferred. - Demonstrated performance in operational and strategic analysis and planning, analytical techniques, contract analysis and negotiations. - Demonstrated knowledge of the intricacies of hospital/HMO/medical offices operations and practices. - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Superior communication, consulting, facilitation, negotiation, problem resolution, change management skills and consensus building skills. - Ability to communicate persuasively and effectively to a wide range of internal and external customers. - Establishes effective working relationships with peers and others both internal and external to KP. - Superior leadership and project management skills. - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, and results orientation. - Demonstrated ability to bring projects/initiatives to completion. - Ability to successfully lead others in accomplishing work projects and meeting designated goals. - Demonstrated ability to bring projects/initiatives to completion. - Ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities. - Demonstrated ability to uphold highly sensitive and confidential information and to exercise good judgment in all settings. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis. - Advanced computer skills and knowledge of data systems. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-20 19:39:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132120CAOakland, CA28038148http://kp.jobs/xml/28038148/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Lead Sr Financial Analyst Location: San Francisco, CA Provides project, service line or product line management, management consulting, analytical decision support services or technical expertise for a broad array of financial and operational issues. Responsible for more complex multi-faceted projects and analyses across disciplines and functional areas. Assists in developing performance monitoring process and coordinating compilation, interpretation and presentation of monitoring information. Participates in the planning and development of regional, departmental and/or functional budgets. May be responsible for budget system completion, high level reviews and conducting area wide analyses for target development. Conducts or participates in the most complex projects where analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of factors. Dual track position: Can be either a sole contributor or a position that supervises staff. Essential Functions: - Coordinates performance monitoring process with junior staff and participates in the development of forecasts. - Conducts financial analyses independently or leads a team, participating in the most complex projects. - Designs and builds financial models based on diverse financial sources, in order to inform strategic decisions. - May direct the production of ad hoc and periodic reports for department, facility, and/or regional management. - Works to improve data quality processes and report design to meet diverse and changing needs for management reporting. - Participates in the planning and development of department and non-department budgets, budget system completion, high level reviews and conducts area wide analyses for target development. - Prepares understandable and defensible financial analyses of decision alternatives by utilizing spreadsheets and accessing various databases. - Oversees preparation of analyses for project teams, regional, departmental, and/or functional management and staff analysts. - Writes reports of recommendations and delivers formal presentations of analytic findings and suggested action steps to management and senior leaders. - Facilitates and participates in meetings and presentations. - Provides education and management consulting on the use and interpretation of analyses, reports, methodologies and source data to managers/leaders. - Develops feasibility studies and business plans to support new lines of products and services. - Supports executive staff and committees in the development, analysis a communication of cost saving strategies and budgets and in the research of financial, operation and variance issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) plus years of related experience in financial analysis and budgeting. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent. - CPA or master's degree preferred. - Extensive knowledge of several or all of the following. - General finance theories and methodologies, discounted cash flow analysis, cost/benefit analysis, feasibility studies, large scale business planning, financial modeling and project management. - Expert proficiency in PC based word processing and spreadsheet applications, including advanced functions such as graphics, pivot tables, macros and database management. - Strong oral and written communication, presentation and facilitation skills. - Strong consulting skills. - Works independently, accountable to complete work assignments. - May provide project supervision to junior staff.2012-04-20 19:39:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132141CASan Francisco, CA28038147http://kp.jobs/xml/28038147/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Sr Financial Analyst Location: San Francisco, CA Prepares financial reports and conducts comprehensive analyses with written summaries to management. Responsibilities include compiling and generating reports, providing supporting data for budget purposes, providing consultative and advisory recommendations to managers on data analysis and performance reporting, and working with various financial leadership to develop departmental operational and financial reports. Performs financial analysis upon identification of variances, and coordinates with junior analysts variance analysis process as defined. Participates in the planning and development of regional, departmental and/or functional budgets. May be responsible for budget system completion and high level reviews. Participates in and/or leads projects of moderate to complex scope as assigned. Essential Functions: - Initiates and facilitates investigation variances trends, cost trends and utilization patterns and performs analysis. - Coordinates process as defined. Ensures analyses are conducted in accordance with administrative objectives. - Designs analytical reports and prepares complex financial trend and data analysis reports. - May be accountable for the coordination, compilation, and verification of analytic interpretation of financial reports and analyses. - Proactively identifies potential data and analytical needs to support management and performance monitoring requirements. - Participates in the planning and development of regional, departmental and/or functional budgets. - May be responsible for budget system completion and high level reviews. - Performs special projects/studies of moderate to complex scope as directed. - Develops work plans independently. - Completes structured projects with targeted analytical outcomes, defined clients and project teams. - Works autonomously and collaboratively with project teams and clients. - Identifies operational impact of analytical findings. - Manages projects of moderate to complex scope with general supervision. - Conducts ongoing user education and provides management consultation on the use and interpretation of analyses, reports, methodologies and source data and systems. - Develop spreadsheet and database analyses for presentation and analysis of financial reports. - Coordinates and interacts with any of the following: Finance Team, Revenue Cycle, Admin, Dept. Administrators & Chiefs, and other organizational department leadership (as appropriate) in providing analytical assistance within defined parameters. - Facilitates data analysis for and gives presentations. - Monitors compliance with policies and procedures related to financial management and budget systems and related automated systems. - Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Four (4) plus years of related experience in financial analysis and budgeting. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent. - CPA or master's degree preferred. - Highly developed knowledge of finance theories such as present values theory/cash flow analysis and accounting principles. - Able to formulate finance study designs and prepare and conduct professional presentations. - Advanced proficiency in PC based word processing and spreadsheet applications, including advanced functions such as graphics, pivot tables, macros and database management. - Ability to facilitate design and requirements definitions meetings with a wide variety of managerial leaders. - Demonstrate experience in both detailed financial and operational data analysis and consultative skills. - Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills. - Works under limited guidance and accountable to complete work assignments. - May provide functional direction to junior finance staff. - Skilled in various applications including MS Excel, Access, VBA, SQL and KP Health Connect preferred.2012-04-20 19:39:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132147CASan Francisco, CA28038149http://kp.jobs/xml/28038149/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Pharmacy Services Supervisor [SRO-201868] Location: Santa Rosa, CA Directs and supervises operations in outpatient or inpatient pharmacies. Essential Functions: - Monitor & maintain pharmacy workflows to ensure service delivery within expected parameters of satisfaction, quality & compliance. - Depending on the operational setting (outpatient or inpatient), customers served can include members, patients, physicians, nurses & ancillary departments. - Oversee & direct the work of subordinate employees according to departmental policies, procedures & standards. - Subordinates include pharmacy techs, pharmacy clerks & identified administrative staff. - Maintain & adjust work schedules. - Understand & apply relevant provisions of the UHW & Local 29 Collective Bargaining Agreements. - Identify & resolve problems & complaints from members, patients, client departments, &/or customers. - Develop & implement solutions using sound problem-solving & decision-making methods. - Respond to immediate service interruptions &/or concerns to ensure satisfactory service recovery. - Identify service concern trends & develops corrective plans of action. - Serve as liaison between pharmacy & other departments on operational & service matters. - Maintain & adjust resources to meet operational needs, within budget allocation. - Perform, direct & supervise ongoing training of staff including assessment of training needs & /or deficiencies relative to policy, best practices &/or established standards. - Serve as train-the-trainer for the department. - Reinforce, & hold direct reports accountable to Service Expectations, including Standards of Expected Behavior. - Promote a team environment through modeling of collaborative behaviors; hold direct reports accountable to team oriented behaviors & ensure any necessary team building training is completed. - Ensure compliance w/ organizational, departmental, Joint Commission, CMS, SOX, State Board of Pharmacy & other governing laws, regulations, standards, & policies & procedures, including the Principles of Responsibility. - Ensure effective utilization of pharmaceutical inventory & maintenance of required record keeping. - Oversee cash control process according to policies & procedures, including ordering money for cash drawers & management of over/short process. - Advise supervisors of identified discrepancies & make recommendations to resolve issues. - Assist the pharmacist manager w/ the development of departmental goals for Service, Quality, Finance, People & Compliance. - Utilize tools & reports to formulate departmental goals, develop operational plans, educate staff & monitor performance. - Actively participate in local & regional manager Peer Group meetings to learn & share best practices relative to goal attainment. - Interview applicants & hire employees into Tech, Clerk & Cashier positions & provide department orientation for new hires. - Provide coaching & counseling to direct reports. - In conjunction w/ pharmacist manager, prepare & administer performance evaluations (30/60/90 day & annual); administer formal discipline; respond to union (UHW & Local 29) grievances. - Conduct monthly/quarterly attendance reviews. - Conduct quarterly reviews on over/short reports. - Perform TIME keeping functions. - Facilitate at department staff meetings including assisting pharmacy manager w/ agenda planning. - Analyze individual & team performance & develop operational/correction plans. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 1-2 years experience supervising non-exempt staff across various job classifications, including technical and union employees. - Pharmacy experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business administration and/or healthcare services. - Pharmacy Technician certification preferred. - Knowledge of procedures and laws/regulations in pharmacy settings. - Working knowledge of budget development and management. - Demonstrated skills and ability to directly supervise front-line employees in a complex and high volume pharmacy environment. - Ability to assess operational workflow and make adjustments using sound decision-making and problem solving skills. - Working knowledge of computer systems and/or software applications, including the PIMS system and Health Connect systems. - Completion of all KP Pharmacy required management training programs. - Ability to manage in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Must complete all KP required training for managing in a union environment. Schedule: Mon - Fri: 8:30AM - 5:00PM, may vary due to operational need.2012-04-20 19:39:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132197CASanta Rosa, CA28038151http://kp.jobs/xml/28038151/jobUSALivermoreTitle: Pharmacy Services Supervisor [CPP-400050] Location: Livermore, CA Directs and supervises operations in outpatient or inpatient pharmacies. Essential Functions: - Monitor & maintain pharmacy workflows to ensure service delivery within expected parameters of satisfaction, quality & compliance. - Depending on the operational setting (outpatient or inpatient), customers served can include members, patients, physicians, nurses & ancillary departments. - Oversee & direct the work of subordinate employees according to departmental policies, procedures & standards. - Subordinates include pharmacy techs, pharmacy clerks & identified administrative staff. - Maintain & adjust work schedules. - Understand & apply relevant provisions of the UHW & Local 29 Collective Bargaining Agreements. - Identify & resolve problems & complaints from members, patients, client departments, &/or customers. - Develop & implement solutions using sound problem-solving & decision-making methods. - Respond to immediate service interruptions &/or concerns to ensure satisfactory service recovery. - Identify service concern trends & develops corrective plans of action. - Serve as liaison between pharmacy & other departments on operational & service matters. - Maintain & adjust resources to meet operational needs, within budget allocation. - Perform, direct & supervise ongoing training of staff including assessment of training needs & /or deficiencies relative to policy, best practices &/or established standards. - Serve as train-the-trainer for the department. - Reinforce, & hold direct reports accountable to Service Expectations, including Standards of Expected Behavior. - Promote a team environment through modeling of collaborative behaviors; hold direct reports accountable to team oriented behaviors & ensure any necessary team building training is completed. - Ensure compliance w/ organizational, departmental, Joint Commission, CMS, SOX, State Board of Pharmacy & other governing laws, regulations, standards, & policies & procedures, including the Principles of Responsibility. - Ensure effective utilization of pharmaceutical inventory & maintenance of required record keeping. - Oversee cash control process according to policies & procedures, including ordering money for cash drawers & management of over/short process. - Advise supervisors of identified discrepancies & make recommendations to resolve issues. - Assist the pharmacist manager w/ the development of departmental goals for Service, Quality, Finance, People & Compliance. - Utilize tools & reports to formulate departmental goals, develop operational plans, educate staff & monitor performance. - Actively participate in local & regional manager Peer Group meetings to learn & share best practices relative to goal attainment. - Interview applicants & hire employees into Tech, Clerk & Cashier positions & provide department orientation for new hires. - Provide coaching & counseling to direct reports. - In conjunction w/ pharmacist manager, prepare & administer performance evaluations (30/60/90 day & annual); administer formal discipline; respond to union (UHW & Local 29) grievances. - Conduct monthly/quarterly attendance reviews. - Conduct quarterly reviews on over/short reports. - Perform TIME keeping functions. - Facilitate at department staff meetings including assisting pharmacy manager w/ agenda planning. - Analyze individual & team performance & develop operational/correction plans. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 1-2 years experience supervising non-exempt staff across various job classifications, including technical and union employees. - Pharmacy experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business administration and/or healthcare services. - Pharmacy Technician certification preferred. - Knowledge of procedures and laws/regulations in pharmacy settings. - Working knowledge of budget development and management. - Demonstrated skills and ability to directly supervise front-line employees in a complex and high volume pharmacy environment. - Ability to assess operational workflow and make adjustments using sound decision-making and problem solving skills. - Working knowledge of computer systems and/or software applications, including the PIMS system and Health Connect systems. - Completion of all KP Pharmacy required management training programs. - Ability to manage in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Must complete all KP required training for managing in a union environment. Schedule: Mon - Fri: 4:00PM - 12:30AM. This position works every 3rd weekend.2012-04-20 19:39:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132225CALivermore, CA28038152http://kp.jobs/xml/28038152/jobUSAStocktonTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing (OR DAYS 1) Location: Stockton, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - Main Operating Room - Two years recent (within the last 3 years) experience circulating and/or scrubbing surgical procedures in an acute care hospital operating room. Available for call back within 30 minutes of the facility. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-20 19:39:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131006CAStockton, CA28038142http://kp.jobs/xml/28038142/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Psychiatric Social Worker LCSW or MFT (56) Location: Fresno, CA Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention as needed to members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member's treatment program. Essential Functions: - Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. - Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. - Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. - Charts member's treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. - Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. - Interprets psychiatric treatment to member's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked to do so by member. - Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. - May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. - Works on-call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. - Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Secondary Functions: - Participates in staff conferences to select, plan, and evaluate treatment programs. - Prepares reports, intakes,treatment plans, and case summaries and maintains ongoing confidential records. - Refers member's family to community support services and resources. - Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating patents for psychotropic medications. - Provides case management, including the development of relationships with community resources and services in order to make appropriate referrals. - Develops, implements, and evaluates behavioral medicine program. - Provides psycho-educational classes and groups. - Interviews patients and family members to assess nature and extent of psychiatric problem. - Develops, implements, and evaluates treatment approaches for patients and affected family members. This may include individual, marital, family group and intensive therapeutic modalities. - Maintains confidential individual case summaries. - Confers and consults with staff physicians regarding patient's progress and treatment; confers with attending physicians regarding hospitalized patients and recommends treatment plans. - Provides appropriate support to member's family, including explanation of treatment, instructions in how to support treatment and interventions to increase acceptance of and adherence to treatment. - Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of the member's treatment to include referral of the member and/or member's family to external resources. - Establishes liaisons to utilize resources of public and private agencies/community organizations to meet member and program needs. - Participates in departmental program development, implementation and evaluation. - LCSW/LMFT may supervise assistants and trainees. - Evening, weekend, and holiday work is required; however, exact days and times may vary according to department needs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Outpatient Psychiatric Social Worker - Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. - Master's degree in Social Work required from an accredited college or university. - Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of California. OR MFT: - Masters degree in Applied Behavioral Science required. - Current license as a Marriage, Family and Child Counselor in the State of California. - Previous post license, paid experience as a member of a psychiatric treatment team in an outpatient setting/program under licensed supervision (usually two to four years). - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain NPI, prior to employment start date. - Must be familiar with DMS-IV-R as a means of diagnosis. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards as is related to member treatment, patient rights, and member/patient confidentiality. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker - Working in an inpatient setting, a minimum of three years post licensure experience in acute inpatient psychiatric settings and with the use of psychosocial assessment and psychotherapeutic methods and measures in a hospital, clinic or agency preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy preferred. - Previous clinical responsibility to include inpatient group treatment and crisis intervention preferred. Schedule: Sun 8:30am - 12:30pm, Tues 11:30am - 8:00pm, Wed 3:30pm - 8:00pm, Thurs 4:00pm - 8:00pm2012-04-20 19:39:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131027CAFresno, CA28038143http://kp.jobs/xml/28038143/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Home Health Nurse II Location: San Francisco, CA Provides age-appropriate skilled nursing care to patients in their place of residence in accordance with agency policy and procedure and state and federal regulations. Teaches the patient/family disease process and self-care needs. Monitors physiological state to determine an appropriate level of safety and comfort. Provides services requiring nursing skills in accordance with the plan of care. Develops and coordinates the plan of care and provides case management. Performs duties consistent with the nursing practice act that includes the standards of competent performance including Title 16, Chapter 14, Section 144.3 of the California Code of Regulations. Essential Functions: - Provides the initial all system nursing assessment prior to the provision of care. - Initiates the plan of care and necessary revisions including obtaining written physician orders for changes. - Provides care and services in accordance with the plan of care. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Provides ongoing periodic all system assessment of the patient and the patient's equipment needs. - Initiates preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedure (Home Health). - Initiates timely discharges based on goals. - Educates and instructs the patient, patient's family or other staff as required. - Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. - Supervises and teaches LVN's and HHA's as required for patient care. - Provides nursing care through all phases of care taking into consideration age and developmental needs. - Documents all care, interventions and care coordination per law, regulation and agency policy. - Notifies the patient's attending MD, Podiatrist and other professional persons and responsible staff of significant changes in the patient's condition in a timely manner. - Assists in coordinating all services provided. - Consults with other health professionals when needed. - Effectively plans and organizes work assignment, manages and sets competitive priorities, and completes work assignments with a minimum of direct supervision per agency policy and within established time frames. - Adheres to the services policy and principles of the Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program. - Supervises Home Health aides and LVN5 according to law, regulation and agency policy. - Behaves in a courteous professional manner with patients, health professionals and maintain patient confidentiality. - Acts as a patient advocate in utilizing Medicare, MediCal, Health Plan and community resources. - Participates in Departmental Quality Assurance activities and Utilization Review activities as requested. - Selects and attends education programs to keep current in area of practice. - Utilizes new knowledge and skills. - Participates in in-service programs. - Annually prepares realistic professional goals and reviews their progress with Supervisor. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - The job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of applicable registered nurse experience within the last five (5) years, as determined by the Employer, of which at least six (6) months must be home health experience within a hospital-based or community based home health agency. - Experience in automated clinical information systems preferred. - Oncology, hospice or care of terminally ill experience preferred if working within the Hospice Department. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate from an approved school of professional nursing (AA, Diploma, or BSN). - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Valid Driver's license. - Computer literate preferred. - Knowledge of the nursing process. - Commitment to Service Orientation. - Effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-20 19:39:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130743CASan Francisco, CA28038139http://kp.jobs/xml/28038139/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Sr Sterile Processing Technician Certified - Grade 455 [5301-01] Location: Sacramento, CA Under direct/indirect supervision, follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies & procedures. The position is also responsible to train, direct, check, review, assign, organize, coordinate & reports the work performance of one or more other Central Service Technicians or Sterile Processing Technicians. In addition, will process inpatient operating room instruments and will assist in departmental in-services & training. Finally, must hold current CS/SPD Certification w/ the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing & Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management. Essential Functions: - Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high-level disinfection, biological monitoring, & employee competencies - Documents & maintains daily records of all QA & sterilization functions according to regulatory agency & Infection Control standards - Participates in department employee orientation (DEO), meetings, in-services&training, & employee evaluation & competency programs, maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification, and attends internal & external classes for growth & development - Wears personal protective equipment - Inspects, disassembles, sorts, clean, & processes reusable instrumentation & equipment and selects & operates specialized cleaning equipment - Maintains adequate cleaning supplies and as designated reprocesses Endoscopes - Trains personnel on personal protective equipment, inspecting, disassembling, sorting, cleaning, & processing reusable instrumentation & equipment, selecting & operating specialized cleaning equipment, following manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents, following device manufactures cleaning guidelines, maintaining adequate cleaning supplies, reprocessing & documenting Endoscopes & general and specialty instruments, various power equipment - Selects & prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation - Trains personnel to select appropriate method of sterilization, maintain accurate sterilization records, properly load & unload sterilization cart items, verify that sterilization parameters meets before distribution of load - Collects, cleans, checks, distributes, & tracks patient care equipment - Orders patient care equipment, inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment, & rotates supplies & stocks general & surgical carts - Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department - Demonstrates awareness of personal & work area safety all times - Complies w/ all facility safety policies & procedures, including those for blood borne pathogens & communicable diseases - Takes prompt corrective action when hazard identified (reporting or removing, as appropriate) and attend required safety training - Effective written & oral communication skills - Actively supports & contributes teamwork in the workplace - Rotates through daily work assignments to assist & review the work of other technicians - Demonstrates responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules - Assists w/ in-service & training - May assume interdepartmental liaison responsibilities - Motivates & provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, terminate, & conduct performance evaluations or discipline - Performs other duties as assigned - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of two (2) years of current Sterile Processing experience - High School Diploma/GED - Current CS/SPD Certification w/ either the Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution (CBSPD) or the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management - Must meet all the requirements of Certified Sterile Processing Technician II - Ability to train & report on the work performance of other employees as required - Must be capable of performing all duties within the area of responsibility - Ability to check all sterilization monitoring, record keeping & quality assurance practices - Effective oral & written communication skills w/ co-workers, internal, & external customers - Must have departmental related computer skills - Ability to read & comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, & memos - Ability to write simple correspondence - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one & small group situations to customers, clients, & other incumbents of the organization - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-04-20 19:39:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126064CASacramento, CA28038125http://kp.jobs/xml/28038125/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Java Programming Analysis Technical Lead Production Support Location: Pasadena, CA Kaiser Permanente Health Plan Membership team develops, deploys, and maintains national membership application systems. The membership team implements and supports membership accounting functions across Kaiser. Our strategic goal is to develop an infrastructure which allows the upgrade of our existing membership systems with a single system. One of the major strategies to do this is to move us from our traditional point to point methodology to SOA. Essential Functions: As a Technical Lead you be will expected to lead and participate in the production support of our SOA services and manage some development work. The projects may include requirements gathering, design, solutions alignment with Kaiser's Enterprise Architecture strategies, development, test methodology and process, deployment, and all aspects of production support. The expectation is that the ideal candidate will be able to support all aspects of a solutions development lifecycle. For production support the position would entail tracking issues regardless of the responsible party, and driving to resolution. The Ideal candidate would have experience supporting a system as well as development. They would be able to create and understand Business and technical Requirements; support the creation of Solution alternatives regarding possible application or interface designs. They would have experience coordinating other groups to a common goal. Has experience supporting comprehensive documentation and is proactive with identification of opportunities regarding solutions. Job requirements include participating in code reviews of Java and SQL code, designing and writing services, training others to build and write services, providing overall technical direction to peers, and supporting services in production. Experience working with HealthCare business clients helpful. You will be required to work with several organizations within Kaiser to coordinate the delivery of program changes within a planned release schedule.Responsibilities will also include working with user groups, analyzing reported problems, performing root cause analysis and presenting alternatives to correct the problem. Qualifications: Basic/Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or academic background of equivalent discipline. 6-7 years experience with architecture and development of Enterprise Java applications (J2EE) 5 years experience with Java web development skills and excellent understanding of object-oriented analysis, design and programming. Advanced knowledge of J2EE technologies including Javascript, XML, XSL, Web services, EJB and Servlets 2 years experience with RAD 7.0, Eclipse, TKO/Lisa and SOAP UI. Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written form Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and as a member of a team System design and/or Analysis/Vendor product integration PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (listed in order of importance): Administration of Java Application Servers and Portals (IBM WebSphere Application Developer 6.1 or higher, JBoss, WebLogic 5.0); IBM Websphere Application Server, IBM Websphere Portal Process Server. Preferred Languages: Java, J2EE, UNIX shell scripts, XML, XPath, UML and HTML Minimum 2 years of experience in the tools and utilities: RAD 7.0, JUnit, Log4J, Maven Version Control: Starteam, CVS, SVN Platforms: Windows2000/XP and UNIX Exposure to various technologies including Web services (SOAP, WSDL, XML Schema); XML technologies including Sax, Dom; Java EE frameworks including Spring, and Hibernate; and databases technologies including DB2, Oracle, PL/SQL, and stored procedures. Must demonstrate knowledge of underlying concepts for web servers, database & application servers and enterprise applications. Maintain/enhance the code to meet changing requirements customer/industry needs Experience promoting best practices for service based architecture and implementation. Experience performing functional testing of web applications to ensure usability User experience with Remedy and incident lifecyle via Remedy. Experience as a Production Support technician and/or Lead. Knowledge of Kaiser Methodology. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (listed in order of importance): Lead the Production Support team through triage, problem resolution and bug fixes Design and develop web services Ability to mentor and guide less experienced developers Work with other service oriented groups Work in a matrixed environment and simultaneously work on multiple projects2012-04-20 19:38:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132361CAPasadena, CA28038095http://kp.jobs/xml/28038095/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Executive Director, Data Governance and Architecture, KPIT Location: Pleasanton, CA Kaiser Permanente Information Technology (KPIT) seeks an Executive Director within its Architecture, Information Management & Innovation (AIMI) Group to create a strategy for data governance and to socialize that strategy with all appropriate stakeholders and create a strategy to create an AS-IS state assessment for all KP data warehouses and data marts. Data governance includes all components of data usage, access, transmission and exchange, storage, retention, archiving, and sharing. It includes all data associated with applications, databases, data warehouses, data marts located on servers, desktop computers, laptops, notebooks, tablets, smartphones, and all mobile devices. Data governance includes people, process, and technology. It also will transcend IT, Health Plan, and Care delivery business organizations, and the Permanente Medical Groups. This is a position that will require leadership and guidance for executives, technologists, and users. This position will require significant strategic and tactical expertise in the technology, processes, and methods to define and design data warehouses and data marts that will take advantage of new emerging technologies such as virtualization, cloud computing, and mobilization. It will require dialogue and engagement of database vendors, competitors, and research firms within the health care industry as well as defense, intelligence, financial, and retail sectors. In addition, this position will require knowledge of open source technologies, and the use of open standards. Essential Functions: - Create a data governance strategy, socialize that strategy within IT and KP and ensure that strategy is implemented within regions and portfolios. - Create data governance oversight processes, coordination teams, and performance metrics to measure success. - Conduct monthly assessments of data quality, prepare monthly data quality reports, and create data quality remediation action plans. - Represent AIMI by participating in BIO business strategy sessions, represent AIMI in discussions with BIO business partners reference data warehouse needs. - Coordinate data warehouse needs across regions and portfolios, and maintain knowledge in changing data warehouse vendor technology. - Create enterprise, solution, and project specific data warehouse architectures based on defined business needs. - Create data warehouse governance teams and prepare metrics to measure data warehouse effectiveness. - Create a strategy to consolidate data warehouses, socialize that strategy with BIOs and business users, and implement that strategy. - Prepare PAC/RAC initiatives to begin implementing the data warehouse and data mart consolidation initiatives. - Use data obtained from the data governance forums to create new architectures to enable consolidation and virtualization of data warehouses and data marts within existing and planned investment opportunities for new applications and service development. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BS/BA in Computer Science, Information Management or Business Information Systems. -Minimum of 15years of experience in IT dealing with complex data environments, including data security, data administration, data modeling and governance. - Minimum of 5years of experience delivering data governance strategy. - Minimum of 5 years of experience leading large-scale multi-million-dollar programs/projects. - Deep knowledge of data warehouses and data marts, mainframe and client/server infrastructure. - Proven experience translating complex technologies and database architectures into terms relevant to business partners. - Proven negotiation skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience leading a large IT organization to SOA governance. - Experience designing data governance in a cloud environment. - Experience writing publications or delivering lectures on the topic of data governance trends.2012-04-20 19:37:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132369CAPleasanton, CA28038084http://kp.jobs/xml/28038084/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Ed Coord Diag Imag Svcs Location: Los Angeles, CA Plans, coordinates & directs the activities of the Radiologic Technology Clinical Education Program. May also assist in planning, coordinating & directing assigned operations of a diagnostic imaging department or outlying medical office location; insuring that all procedures & examinations are expeditiously processed & meet requisite standards of patient care, quality & safety. May direct Mammography and/or diagnostic Quality Assurance Program in accordance w/ local, state & national legislation & regulatory requirements. Essential Functions: - Directs a competency based clinical education program for radiologic technology students in conjunction w/ an accredited community college or four (4) year college/university. - Provides comprehensive continuing/in-service education for the Diagnostic Imaging Department. - May coordinate mandatory, annual review of the department safety program. - Assists in providing the on-going training, review and continuing education/professional development of diagnostic imaging staff. - May coordinate the mammography quality control program or other assigned quality assurance/control program(s). - Assists in the evaluation, development & implementation of departmental policies & procedures. - Assists in reviewing & evaluating diagnostic & mammography films periodically for image & radiographic quality; makes suggestions or recommends alternate techniques/procedures/positioning. - Serves as a representative to the community & technical expert/resource to the Medical Center for radiologic education. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -Five (5) years postgraduate experience as a staff technologist in a full service/modality imaging department & in an acute care medical center. - Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology from a program accredited by the committee on Allied Health Education of the American Medical Association. - Certification in Radiologic Technology (CRT), Fluoroscopy & Mammography by the State of California. - Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply professional development & educational practices, theories & techniques. - Qualified through academic preparation, clinical experience & performance to teach all phases of clinical radiologic technology. - May require comprehensive knowledge of Mammography Quality Standards as specified by local, state and/or national legislation, as well as clinical protocols/standards. - Demonstrated strong communication skills, labor relations & human relations skills. - Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state & local regulatory & radiation protection standards required. - Computer skills (standard software) required. Preferred Qualifications: - BLS - High School Diploma - Two (2) years experience working in a fast pace high volume hospital setting - Computer knowledge of tracking systems: RIS and PACs (Stentor) - Basic programs: Excel, Word, and Powerpoint Notes: - 5% travel2012-04-19 19:10:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131929CALos Angeles, CA28009412http://kp.jobs/xml/28009412/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Psychosocial Clinician II / Couns II Location: San Diego, CA Information will be added based on hiring manager submission Essential Functions: Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's degree in Social Work required - LCSW or LMFT license required - LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist) - Two (2) years post Masters experience required. - Experience inworkingwith adults / children / adolescents. -Knowledge ofPsycho-pathology, DSM IV, and addiction issues. - Ability to define appropriate course of treatment and treatment modality. - Ability to work independently as a member of a multi-disciplinary health care team - Medical social work experience, preferred - Experience with chronically ill, End of Life issues, catastrophic illness, family violence, psychiatric/substance abuse issues, federal and community benefits and resources, preferred - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Notes: - This position is 1/2 Autism Case Manager and 1/2 Therapist for young children - This position serves both our Point Loma and Vista clinics and will require travel between these two locations - Will be required to be in rotation for Saturday Clinic -Other work location is 780 Shadowridge Dr. Vista CA 920832012-04-19 19:10:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130814CASan Diego, CA28009406http://kp.jobs/xml/28009406/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: LVN II (Spanish Bilingual) Fam Med ELA Location: Los Angeles, CA Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician provides nursing care in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan of the organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats co-workers, patients, families and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: - Representative Duties: Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Performs patient care functions, within the scope of competency, considering age related needs of the patient as prescribed by physician/health care professional(s) following established protocols, policies and procedures. - Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams. - Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition. - Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order following established protocols. - Maintain equipment and supplies. - Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair. - Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual. - Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed. - Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines. - Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures following established protocols. - Maintain patient confidentiality. - Perform other duties as directed. Qualifications: Pay Grade: 25 Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required. - Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse. - Current Basic Life Support card. - One (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience as a LVN in an acute/outpatient setting. Notes: - Required to work every other Saturday. - Must pass the bilingual assessment test.2012-04-19 19:10:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130939CALos Angeles, CA28009407http://kp.jobs/xml/28009407/jobUSADowneyTitle: Lvl III Staff RN - Clinic (Bilingual) Location: Downey, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required. - Current CA RN licenseand AHA BLS Certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last three [3] years) full time equivalent experience in GI/Endoscopy or a minimum of two (2) years recent (within the last three [3] years) full-time equivalent adult experience in either PACU, ED, DOU, Critical Care or procedural sedation. -Performing procedural sedation, current ACLS card and basic arrhythmia course required. - PALS card required. PreferredQualifications: - Knowledge of Health Connect, E-Referral and RIS system. Notes: - If ten (10) houroption chosen, shift will be 8:00am to 6:45 pm. - Start times may vary based on department needs. - Will include rotating weekends. - Will be required to take call and rotate assignments to the Downey Hospital and Garden MOB GI labs. - Must pass the Bilingual assessment test.2012-04-19 19:10:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130946CADowney, CA28009408http://kp.jobs/xml/28009408/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Home Health RN/PHN - Harbor City - Part Time Location: Harbor City, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: This is a repost of 125440. Basic Qualification: - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS Certification. - One (1) -year recent (within past three 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in a licensed Home Health and/or Hospice agency as an RN/PHN. - Current California Driver's License and a clear driving record for the past two years. - Proof of automobile insurance as required by law. Preferred Qualifications: - BSN - MSN - PHN - Graduate from an accredited NLN school. - Home Care case management experience. - Knowledge of Title 22 for Home Health. - Knowledge of Home Health Care philosophy. - One (1) year of Pediatric Experience. Notes: - Able to travel to member's homes. - Dependable car required for home visits. - On-call responsibilities. - Will rotate weekends and holidays.2012-04-19 19:10:53United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130951CAHarbor City, CA28009409http://kp.jobs/xml/28009409/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Lvl II Staff RN - (Spanish Bilingual) Radiation Oncology PT Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II. - Current CA RN license and AHA BLS certification. - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in PACU, ED or Critical Care. - Current ACLS card required. - Procedural Sedation experience required including knowledge of medications specific to the management of the adult patient requiring - Procedural sedation, moderate analgesia and reversal agents required. -Current PALS card required. - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care. - ONS Provider Card required. - Proficient in I.V. therapy. - May rotate through MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, CT, Angiography, Interventional Radiology and other diagnostic areas. - The ability to take call with a 30 minute response time. Preferred Qualifications: - BSN - Strong leadership skills. - Demonstrates effective communication with all members of the healthcare/interdisciplinary team. - Demonstrates effective communication with patients both verbally and written. - Ability to perform independent nursing knowledge utilizing the nursing process. - Interpersonal relationships with internal physicians, external physicians and other patient care and non patient care staff. - Ability to troubleshoot and or manage clinic/patient related issues, and able to assist licensed and non-licensed employees in solving work related issues. - Excellent customer service skills, team-oriented, able to work in a fast pace environment with minimal difficulty while maintaining a compassionate approach when dealing with the patients. - Radiation Oncology and or Medical Oncology experience - Minimum two (2) years Charge nurse experience in an outpatient clinic setting. - Preferred medical/surgical nursing experience. - Nurse telephone/triage advice experience. - Knowledge of Health Connect, Tapestry, external e-referral system, Lotus Notes program. - Knowledge of Basic PC applications Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test.2012-04-19 19:10:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130790CALos Angeles, CA28009404http://kp.jobs/xml/28009404/jobUSAEl CajonTitle: Psychosocial Clinician II / Couns II Location: El Cajon, CA Information will be added based on hiring manager submission Essential Functions: Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's degree in Social Work required - LCSW or LMFT license required - LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist) - Two (2) years post Masters experience required. - Experience inworkingwith adults / children / adolescents. -Knowledge ofPsycho-pathology, DSM IV, and addiction issues. - Ability to define appropriate course of treatment and treatment modality. - Ability to work independently as a member of a multi-disciplinary health care team - Medical social work experience, preferred - Experience with chronically ill, End of Life issues, catastrophic illness, family violence, psychiatric/substance abuse issues, federal and community benefits and resources, preferred - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Notes: - This position is 1/2 Autism Case Manager and 1/2 Therapist for young children - This position serves both our Bostonia and Otay Mesa clinics and will require travel between these two locations - Will be required to be in rotation for Saturday Clinic -Other work location is 4650 Palm Ave San Diego, CA 921542012-04-19 19:10:52United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130796CAEl Cajon, CA28009405http://kp.jobs/xml/28009405/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT TECHNICAL LEAD - San Diego Location: San Diego, CA Supervision of assigned IT staff & the leadership of other team members in the development & maintenance of application system, including integrated software & hardware applications configurations. Accountable for organizing, directing, & monitoring staff work assignments, training & coaching, & the completion of administrative requirements. Responsible for determination of scope of work, definition of deliverables, staff & task schedules, & delivery of quality results. Works under general direction, submitting recommendations, & escalating issues & concerns as needed. Essential Functions: - Plans & organizes the work of immediate staff & may direct the work of other associated application systems teams members such as business analysts, applications consultants, contractors, etc - Assigns work, set individual incentive objectives, & monitors & controls progress through continuous assessment & feedback - Ensures the effective coordination of work activities & objectives w/ other internal departments & client entities as required - Responsible for recruitment of employees & contractors, coaching & performance evaluation, essential employee skills development, & compliance w/ KPMCP HR policies & procedures - Works w/ clients to develop partnerships, identify IT solutions which support business processes & business objectives, & to contract for IT services - May work w/ Vendors as needed in a variety of different roles from contract manager to joint development partner - May direct the analysis & definition of efficient, cost effective application solutions which support client business processes & functional requirements - Works w/ internal departments to provide associated deliverables required for the successful completion of development & maintenance assignments (e.g., database development, job scheduling, CICS support, network support, help desk orientation, client implementation readiness, etc) - May perform or direct the analysis of client business processes & functional requirements & prepares appropriate documentation to communicate & validate the information - Ensures completion of administrative requirements in an accurate & timely manner (e.g., time reporting, status reporting, etc ) - Ensures appropriate on call support for defined mission critical systems Qualifications: This is a Temporary Full-Time Position fora duration of 2 years (24 months). Basic Qualifications: - Previous in a leadership, supervisory, or management capacity required - Substantial (usually seven (7) plus years) experience in all phases of application software development/maintenance life cycles in a large mainframe or client server environment required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required in computer science or related field - Master's degree preferred - Knowledge about software development alternatives among mainframe, distributed, or client server programming development and computing environments required - Strong skills required in leadership, critical thinking and analysis, verbal and written communications, and interpersonal interactions (e.g., partnering, conflict management, consulting, etc.) - Understanding of health care business and care delivery processes preferred - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment - Extensive experience contributing to the development of a National Language Processing (NLP) engine applied in Healthcare field. - Extensive experience in the integration and application of terminology based systems as ontologies for NLP engines and application. - Extensive experience in developing and writing NLP applications in healthcare field, including coding and data mining. - Published research papers on NLP, terminology-based knowledge systems, their application in healthcare, or their integration as ontologies for NLP engines and application.2012-04-19 19:10:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129586CASan Diego, CA28009398http://kp.jobs/xml/28009398/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: LEARNING CONSULTANT - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Assesses and identifies training needs and interventions, then delivers programs, and measures learning transfer for training programs to enhance individual and team effectiveness. Essential Functions: - Develops and/or coordinates training programs, which include orientation, job content, technology and customer service for management and area personnel - May collaborate with training vendor - Works with central training area to identify training resource materials and personnel - Maintains training schedule for team members - Conducts training and/or arranges for guest lecturers/trainers covering technical issues, new products/services, individual on-the-job training, and new-hire orientation - Produces periodic reports outlining training needs accompanied with recommendations and implications, such as changes in operations, budget or quality - Assesses the effectiveness of training programs - Makes recommendations for improvements - Establishes a project plan and conducts cost/benefit analysis for any recommendations made to area management - May organize multi-disciplinary project teams - Follows established training procedures to identify, deliver, and track training programs - Creates partnerships with other KP and HR departments to ensure consistency of policies and procedures - Maintains current knowledge of area functions, customer service and quality improvement literature, research and projects Qualifications: Position offered will be based on qualifications. This is a full-time temporary position with benefits for duration of 24 months (2 years). May be required to work outside normal working hours and rotating weekends. Will be required to travel throughout SCAL Region to local medical centers. Employment will be based upon established conditions that are written in the Employment Agreement. Employee will be required to sign the Employment Agreement. Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience (usually four (4) or more years) developing and conducting training programs on a variety of subjects - Experience in training needs assessment and gap analysis - Experience in curriculum development and instructional design required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in education, psychology or other relevant field - Master's preferred - Must have exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills - Demonstrated ability in quantitative and qualitative analysis - User knowledge of desktop and word processing software required - May require some traveling throughout the state - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment - Experience in a healthcare setting. - PC Training experience. - Computer training via classroom & E-Learning.2012-04-19 19:10:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129609CAPasadena, CA28009399http://kp.jobs/xml/28009399/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: SSD HC SITE SPECIALIST - Los Angeles Location: Los Angeles, CA The Site Specialist is the primary KP HealthConnect expert at the Medical Centers & provides system expertise, consultation, coaching, mentoring, problem solving & issue resolution to system users. The Site Specialist facilitates & promotes the introduction, acceptance, integration, & effective use of KP HealthConnect & related new system functionality & workflows. The Site Specialist collects & analyzes data to enhance user efficiency & effectiveness w/ KP HealthConnect. The Site Specialist works independently to resolve system issues and, if necessary, escalates issues to other KP HealthConnect project teams & collaborates w/ them to resolve the issue. The Site Specialist is accountable to serve end users in various geographic locations within a Medical Center area. Essential Functions: - Achieves & maintains proficiency in multiple KP HealthConnect (HC) applications - Accountable to resolve end user issues, including escalating issue to higher levels of support, when appropriate, & tracking to ensure issue is resolved - Uses the Remedy system to document all system issues - Partners w/ Physician Champs, Department Managers, & Regional Project Team members to plan & implement new KP HC products or workflows - Makes presentations to various audiences, including developing & delivering PowerPoint presentations, system demos, in-services, etc - Participates in training new system users, enhancing the skills of existing users & communicating application enhancements or new functionality via coaching, providing system demos, developing job aides, delivering 1:1 training and/or assisting in classroom training - Prepares agendas & meeting materials, takes minutes & provides other organizational support, as needed - Learns & understands the workflows of departments for which the individual provides primary support & how these workflows integrate w/ KP HC - Understands workflows related to ancillary departments & impact of changes in HC to these departments - Consults w/ departments on the impact of department workflow changes on KP HC & the impact of changes in KP HC on department workflows. - Facilitates workflow meetings in order to ensure workflows are in alignment w/ application functionality & promotes smooth transition to new processes - Develops & maintains positive working relationships w/ Department Managers, Chiefs of Service, physicians & staff - Identifies key issues related to KP HC & participates in the design of assessments & evaluations of identified key issues - Actively participates or may take the lead in analyzing data & developing recommendations & action plans which are reasonably complex & require an understanding of how the changes will affect multiple areas/departments - Works w/ Department Managers, ITFS & members of the SCAL KP HC application teams in planning for new or moving modules, departments or units - Provides system & process knowledge during scheduled & unscheduled KP HC downtimes to ensure downtime & recovery workflows are followed & the system is working as designed after the downtime - Assists in the development & implementation of optimization plans which identify key issues w/ system usage, approaches to improve user's effectiveness w/ the application, performance metrics & tools to continuously improve end-user ability - Should this position be determined to be union, it will be returned to the bargaining unit in accordance w/ the Collective Bargaining Agreement Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Prior experience in clinical operations, management, project management or systems implementation and/or support with progressively more complex responsibilities and accountabilities - Previous experience in meeting facilitation, making presentations and providing consultation - Project Management or management experience in health care preferred - Previous computer application support, analytical and/or consulting experience preferred - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Operations Research, Public Health Administration or other related field, or equivalent work experience - Understanding of health care business and care delivery processes preferred - Proficient with PC applications including spreadsheet, word processing, and PowerPoint/presentation software - Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills (e.g. partnering, conflict management, etc.) - Must demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal, customer service and presentation skills - Strong skills required in critical thinking and analysis - Ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans - Must be able to work successfully in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Notes: May travel within SCAL Region; Implementation schedule and rotating weekends.2012-04-19 19:10:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128345CALos Angeles, CA28009392http://kp.jobs/xml/28009392/jobUSABakersfieldTitle: SSD HC SITE LEADER - Bakersfield Location: Bakersfield, CA The SSD Site Leader entails direct line management, strategic planning, consultative leadership & project management responsibilities. Serves as the single point of contact & coordination for KP HealthConnect, a multi-faceted Electronic Medical Record system, at assigned Medical Center or other geographic area. Directly & through subordinates, assists in planning, organizing, directing & controlling the operation of the KP HealthConnect site team in the assigned geographic area. Essential Functions: - Site Team Management: Staff supervised includes, hourly site specialists responsible for end user mentoring/support & exempt staff (including SR Learning Consultants responsible for training physicians & staff & Senior System Administrators responsible for provisioning users w/ correct KPHC access) - Some SIMs also manages the CPM System Administrator - Hires, fires, coaches, counsels & develops staff & prepares & delivers annual performance evaluations - Establishes & maintains operational & performance standards - Monitors & evaluates the overall service delivery for KPHC - Utilizes data to monitor work of their department & analyzes trends - Develops short & long term plans to improve service level & department efficiency - Develop support schedule for LTS team, which is a master schedule for team's activities, including demos, dept meetings, 1:1 support, rounding, activities related to opening new MOBs or Hospital units, support for Medical Center initiatives, on call schedule for after hours coverage, etc - Engages staff in problem solving - TIME & PHRS system approval, ETO request approval - Leads Staff meetings - Monitors & controls payroll, non-payroll & expenditures for assigned areas - Space management for KPHC site teams, regional teams & special project teams - Work w/ facility management to plan for site team space, training rooms, allocation of space for regional & local staff on projects overseen by SSD Department - Oversee 24/7 coverage provided by members of their teams - Available to assist w/ complex problems requiring escalation - Medical Center Leadership: Participates with & provides leadership to the Medical Center Leadership team in execution of SCAL & Medical Center strategy for all areas related to KPHC - Develops & maintains strategic relationships w/ service area executive leadership - Consult to & collaborate w/ KFH & SCPMG Medical Center leadership teams, managers & physician leaders on medical center initiatives, strategies, ongoing KPHC optimization, new KPHC product rollout, new KPHC functionality implementation & any operational initiatives that have potential KPHC impact & workflow changes where there is a KPHC impact - Functions as an expert authority on KPHC issues to physicians & other staff regarding KPHC strategies, operations & solutions - Participate in or co-lead Medical Center committees, for example, local AGCS Committee, QA Committees, Compliance Meetings, Inpatient & Ambulatory Oversight Committee Meetings, Construction Meetings. Liaison between regional team(s) & Medical Center to solve issues, be ambassador for KPHC - Provide status updates to leadership teams - Med Center Administrative Team (MCAT), Chiefs, Das - New Building/Hospital/Units/Depts: Provides leadership & project management for all KPHC-related activities involved in opening new MOBs, Services, departments or hospitals/hospital units, to ensure KPHC set up is accurate & activities of other teams (e.g., CPM, ITFS, etc.) are completed on time - Coordinate all activation plan activities & conduct touch point meetings w/ all departments & application teams involved - Assume other duties as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) plus years of progressive experience in management or project management - Experience in health care preferred - Experience with Epic or other similar electronic medical record system preferred - Experience in implementing, providing or managing user support functions for a complex computer system preferred - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business administration, health care administration, operations research, public health, administration or other related field - Master's degree or clinical licenses strongly preferred - Proven ability to determine key business issues & develop effective action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives - Excellent leadership, consulting & project management skills - Ability to work with all organizational levels - Excellent verbal & written communication skills & interpersonal skills - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Note: May travel throughout SCAL Region.2012-04-19 19:10:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128804CABakersfield, CA28009393http://kp.jobs/xml/28009393/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: SSD Tech Support Rep - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Collects data, provides analyses, & maintains plans & support materials for the purpose of deploying the system across many clinical departments carries out detailed tasks as assigned. May work independently or as a part of a project team. Contributes to problem solving, process design & analytical support. Consults frequently w/ appropriate managers on progress. Essential Functions: - Supports managers, clients, & team members on system deployments projects related to a vast number of imaging modalities, across multiply clinical departments - Develops & maintains project support materials such as: work plans, meeting agendas, minutes, issue logs, & other support documentation - Coordinates & supports meetings w/ regional/local clients, other functional business units, & vendors as needed - Collects data & runs reports from multiple systems for clients at various levels in the organization - Trains & supports system end users through the pre-deployment, go-live, & maintenance phases of the system life cycle - Collect data from physician leadership such as chiefs & physicians in-charge to determine business rules that need to be applied to the MDS system configuration build - Independently interpret collected data to determine application of business rules within the system - Determine system configuration for individual departments, & apply the business rules for medical center, department or individual use - Revise workflows according to best use of the system & department needs - Autonomously deliver training curriculum to varied audiences such as physicians, chiefs, DAs, & schedulers - Manage work sessions to facilitate timely completion of curriculum content - Adjust curriculum as needed based on department workflow knowledge & needs of attendees - Various positions are under review w/ a joint Management/Union review committee for appropriate Union/Non-Union status & this position may be considered a union position or may be converted to a union position at some time in the future - Should this position be determined to be union, it will be returned to the bargaining unit in accordance w/ the Collective Bargaining Agreement Qualifications: This is a Full-Time Temporary position for a duartion of 24 months (2 years). Basic Qualifications: - Previous related analytical and/or consulting experience preferred - Bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent experience in Business Administration, Economics, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field - Demonstrates solid analytical skills, self initiative & innovation - Demonstrated ability to conduct & interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis - Must demonstrate effective communication, consulting, interpersonal, & presentation - Proficient with PC applications including spreadsheet, word processing, & graphics packages - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment -Seeking a candidate with strong analytical and problem solving skills, with a background in coaching and training in a technical environment. - Should be a strong and effective communicator, with knowledge in supporting technical implementations. -Beneficial to have experience working with clinicians, collaborating with other members as part of a project team, and supporting a scheduling or payroll application.2012-04-19 19:10:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128820CAPasadena, CA28009394http://kp.jobs/xml/28009394/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Sr. Systems Administrator - CPM - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Develops reports and data bases of significant size and complexity. User requirements vary and generally lack clear definition. Reports may influence outcome of management decisions. Evaluates capabilities and limitations of new and existing technical tools and systems. Recommends improvements to processes and reporting capabilities. Performs system administration. Acts as liaison between systems users and information technology groups (internal and external). Serves as technical resource on data availability, structure, security, and system interfaces for multiple programs/systems. Essential Functions: - Consults with end users to determine report and database needs and limitations. - Extracts data from various complex databases for report generation. - Develops and generates highly complex ad hoc reports and databases to address specific business needs. - Recommends improvements to permanent reports. - Designs and develops complex reports and databases to manage business processes. - Develops new ad hoc reports to address specific business needs. - Serves as consultant to department staff in interpretation and creation of databases and data reports. - Analyzes the implication of changes in data needs on data structures. - Serves as technical consultant on new products and technology. - Acts as interface between systems group and end users. - Coordinates systems support. - Performs system administration, including system security, software update management, and data dictionary maintenance. - Performs master file maintenance. - Defines data purge and retention cycles. - Monitors data quality and integrity. - Participates in business improvement project teams. - Analyzes impact of process or technical tool changes on existing processes, tools, and interfaces based on knowledge of interdependencies of related functions and systems. - Delivers training for end users on system. - Ensures adequacy and quality of process and procedure documentation. - May lead cross-functional user groups in optimizing the use of existing tools and reports. - May perform user system training. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, typically five (5) or more years, in business systems analysis and administration OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in computer science or user-specific area. - Ability to use complex data resources and specialized and sophisticated PC and MIS programming languages. - In-depth knowledge of the business area(s) served. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Notes: May travel within SCAL Region; Implementation Schedule and Rotating Weekends.2012-04-19 19:10:47United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127903CAPasadena, CA28009390http://kp.jobs/xml/28009390/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Group Leader - CPM - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Provide leadership for the delivery high of quality & cost-effective consulting services/products to issues of key organizational importance. Recognized content expert for technical areas. Assumes the role as the manager of a technical unit. Essential Functions: - Leads a group of consultants & analysts focused on the delivery of service/ products within the responsible technical unit - Manages the budget allocated to the unit; reviewing & approving all expenses within the unit - Ensures that appropriate actions are taken to correct the budget variances & the budget is balanced at year-end - Provides leadership & direction for the technical unit in accordance w/ the overall strategic direction of the group - Develops standards, procedures, & policies to ensure that the responsible unit is maintained according to the acceptable level of quality from clients - Ensures that reports & information disseminated from the unit are accurate, timely & consistent, & that they satisfy the clients' needs - Serves as the content expert of the responsible technical area & provides technical assistance & advice - Provides leadership & expert consultation on the design, development, & implementation of programs related to the expertise area Qualifications: Notes: Travel will be required; Schedule Varies and Implementation schedule; Rotating Weekends. Basic Qualifications: - Typically six (6) or more years of experience in one of the technical areas required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field - Master's degree preferred - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multidisciplinary perspectives - Demonstrated ability to lead professionals and manage others through influence and collaboration. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis - Proven leadership skills in project management and consulting - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, and results orientation - Must demonstrate an understanding of the operations of KP, health policy trends, and any applicable regulations related to the responsible technical area - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-04-19 19:10:46United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126155CAPasadena, CA28009388http://kp.jobs/xml/28009388/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Group Leader - KPHC Security - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Provide leadership for the delivery high of quality & cost-effective consulting services/products to issues of key organizational importance. Recognized content expert for technical areas. Assumes the role as the manager of a technical unit. Essential Functions: - Leads a group of consultants & analysts focused on the delivery of service/ products within the responsible technical unit - Manages the budget allocated to the unit; reviewing & approving all expenses within the unit - Ensures that appropriate actions are taken to correct the budget variances & the budget is balanced at year-end - Provides leadership & direction for the technical unit in accordance w/ the overall strategic direction of the group - Develops standards, procedures, & policies to ensure that the responsible unit is maintained according to the acceptable level of quality from clients - Ensures that reports & information disseminated from the unit are accurate, timely & consistent, & that they satisfy the clients' needs - Serves as the content expert of the responsible technical area & provides technical assistance & advice - Provides leadership & expert consultation on the design, development, & implementation of programs related to the expertise area Qualifications: Notes: Travel will be required; Schedule Varies and Implementation schedule; Rotating Weekends. Basic Qualifications: - Typically six (6) or more years of experience in one of the technical areas required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field - Master's degree preferred - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multidisciplinary perspectives - Demonstrated ability to lead professionals and manage others through influence and collaboration. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis - Proven leadership skills in project management and consulting - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, and results orientation - Must demonstrate an understanding of the operations of KP, health policy trends, and any applicable regulations related to the responsible technical area - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-04-19 19:10:46United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126166CAPasadena, CA28009387http://kp.jobs/xml/28009387/jobUSABurbankTitle: Staff Writer - B2B Healthcare Location: Burbank, CA Staff Writer - B2B Healthcare Burbank, CA Analyze, create, and produce high-quality, business-to-business marketing communications and web copy for KP's broker and employer-facing Web sites. This person will also work closely with other team members to ensure optimal Brand standards are maintained and innovative creative solutions are successfully delivered on time and on budget. Strong B2B and web writing experience preferredand ability to make complex information accessible. Essential Functions: - Supports projects with high-quality copywriting and speed-to-market, error-free execution - Executes successful concepts for projects in a timely and cost-effective manner - Prioritizes assignments and ensures deadlines are met to deliver all projects in accordance with project timelines and overall initiative strategy - Researches statistics and data as relevant to support arguments in copy - Analysis of situations or Data requires a review of a variety of factors - Work requires moderate planning and scheduling - Works closely with team members to execute against developed strategies, creative briefs, product and program plans, expectations and goals to ensure that deliverables achieve the desired results - Ensures the proper application of the Kaiser Permanente style guides, brand standards, design patterns and interaction designs across the enterprises' properties - Balances data, logic and intuition in decision making - Balances creative and technical considerations in developing solutions for the Web space - Makes timely decisions - Generates pragmatic, sensible and simple solutions to complex problems - Moves quickly to eliminate roadblocks - Medium Job complexity - Requires judgment to select from apparent alternatives - Able to make business judgments within scope of projects - Demonstrates solid analytic problem-solving skills - Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity using judgment within defined practices and procedures - Assesses information to identify the best solution from existing alternatives - Provides routine fact-based information - Open to suggestions and input from team members - Actively participates and provides meaningful contributions - Actively takes responsibility for involvement when opportunities arise for participation - Participate in project meetings and report on the status of analytical tasks and project work - Takes responsibility for aspects of projects as assigned - Implements specified analytical methods and achieve task and project objectives - Has discretion on defining of request process - Has no formal leadership/ supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum: Bachelor's and one (1) - two (2) years of work experience - Preferred: Bachelor's and 1 or more years of work experience - Substantial experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Publisher applications - Four (4) year degree in related field Or equivalent experience - Some knowledge of policies, practices and systems - Limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories, and concepts - Limited knowledge of industry practices and standards - Clearly documents work and code - Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills - Knowledge of healthcare industry preferred - Familiarity with Kaiser Permanente healthcare system preferred2012-04-19 19:10:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132101CABurbank, CA28009372http://kp.jobs/xml/28009372/jobUSABurbankTitle: Sales/Acct Mgmt Suppport Specialist I (Burbank, CA) Location: Burbank, CA Kaiser Permanente Sales/Account Management Support Specialist Burbank, CA The Sales/Account Management Support Specialist is responsible for performing all administrative duties that support the sales or marketing teams, as specified by the department's standard office routine, practices, procedures, and instructions. Essential Functions: - Provide clerical support for the sales and account management team. - Respond to incoming phone calls and e-mail inquiries from various channels; screen and route calls appropriately; provide inquiry resolution. - Schedule meetings and maintain calendars as requested. - Arrange conference rooms, conference calls and other meeting events. Distribute meeting agendas and materials in advance of meeting. - Coordinate some administrative and logistical arrangements for team. Review and distribute department mail. Independently handle travel arrangements. Arrange for audio-visual and teleconference equipment. Track and compile expense receipts and prepare monthly expense reports. Order office supplies, process purchase orders and invoice requests. Photocopy, fax and file. - May prepare and format multiple interoffice communications, e-mail, letters, reports, and confidential documents. - Screen e-mail and prepare appropriate basic correspondence on behalf of account managers and sales executives. Drafts standard/ recurring correspondence for account manager and sales executive approval. Prepare and distribute meeting agendas. - May maintain databases, information systems and process requirements for the sales and account management team. Establish and maintain databases specific to the sales and account management team. Complete data entry; format and produce standard reports. Perform system activities in relation to packet orders, contract changes, and other activities not supported by the customer account team (CAT). Track, monitor and reconcile data, collaborating with other dept staff. Follow-up on action items to meet deadlines. - May serve as sales and account management liaison between the customer account team (CAT) and other internal departments. Meet regularly with team to discuss and keep manager apprised of important issues and dept matters. Effectively communicate to all levels of management, peers, and purchasers. Communicate critical issues between customer account team and sales and account management team. Assess urgency of situation and determine and executive appropriate course of action. Work with internal KP departments to achieve a high level of purchaser satisfaction. - Manage the initial review of the requests for proposals that are received by our department. - Support the Sales Associates throughout the proposal process. - May coordinate new member orientation. - Refer to the specific working description for more specific responsibilities. - Minimal impact. - Works under close supervision. - Work tasks are fully defined. - Refers more complex issues to supervisor or to others. - Effectively uses verbal and written communications skills. - Works under close supervision. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Typically one (1) - three (3) plus years of administrative experience, preferably in sales and marketing. - High School diploma or GED required. - Good Customer Service Skills are required.2012-04-19 19:10:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132157CABurbank, CA28009376http://kp.jobs/xml/28009376/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Product Manager (Healthworks Product Operations) Location: Oakland, CA The Kaiser Permanente product development and management work within HealthWorks and Product Innovation requires staffing that functions to ensure the daily product operations work is completed, and managed to high quality standards. This person must possess skills that allow him/her to adequately: Essential Functions: - Focus on problem-solving, versus problem identification, in the daily operations of HealthWorks product. - Partner with the product manager to understand product direction and needs. - Manage and ensure vendor compliance with contract and service level agreement (SLA) standards. - Administer one or more products to product requirement specifications, including managing to product metrics and completing product scorecard updates as needed. - Manage daily operations of one or more products. - Accurately report on risks, dependencies and progress in the product. - Effectively communicate projects, process and product performance. - Ensure product metrics and SLAs are the correct measures for identifying defects early. - Help evaluate and ensure vendor adherence business process and policy and procedure. - Partner with the product manager to ensure operational fixes and/or administrative issues are handled when defects are identified. - Provide implementation oversight and support when the product is sold to new accounts. - Assist in development of product training content. - Participate in change management, business requirement development, or refinement of product performance tools and functionality . - Analyze the scope and impact of requirements for new process, new product functionality, onboarding new vendors etc.. - Participate in the development of process maps for new or changed processes. - Support business case development by helping to develop resource inputs for new or changed operational process. - Evaluate operations and product changes for efficiency, cost effectiveness and the ability to meet requirements, as well as customer stated needs. - Project manage small to mid-scale efforts. - Assist in developing and executing effective test plans. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum: Five (5) - eight (8) years of related experience. - Five (5) - eight (8) years of experience of assessing key customer requirements within a given market segment. - Five (5) - eight (8) years of experience in a product development capacity. - Preferred: Five (5) - eight (8) years of experience in health care industry. - Five (5) - eight (8) years of years Health Insurance, Health Plan Administration, Healthcare, Benefit Administration, or Benefit Policy Experience a plus. - Strong foundational understanding and experience navigating IT processes, org charts and accountabilities, preferred. - Four (4) year degree in related field OR equivalent experience. - Master's degree preferred. - Thorough knowledge of policies, practices and systems. - Complete understanding and broad application of principles, theories, concepts, practices, and standards in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields. - Full knowledge of industry/insurance practices. - Broad application of principles, theories, and concepts in applicable discipline, plus working knowledge of other related fields. - Thorough knowledge of benefits, benefits administration and health care delivery from either or both a provider and payor perspective along with insurance industry policies, practices and systems. - Deep knowledge of online design principles, work trends, competition, technical limitations in order to design products and relationships between suites of related products appropriately. - A detailed knowledge of web development process (a requisite in order to be able to parse down the work properly, frame/phase the work so that it can be implemented and rolled out effectively, to meet expectations, deadlines and budgets).2012-04-19 19:10:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132234CAOakland, CA28009379http://kp.jobs/xml/28009379/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Business Consulting Lead Buy to Pay Location: Pasadena, CA Business Consulting: Includes analysis/evaluation of business and/or system process and functional requirements, development of business cases, client support during system development and implementation, development and maintenance of service level agreements. Develops relationships with upstream and downstream business partners. Develops/maintains and changes business processes, and understands the business processes of assigned partners and how they relate to our functional areas. Develops and recommends changes to business processes. Essential Functions: - Uses professional concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways. - Demonstrates expertise in functional area business processes and understands assigned and cross functional areas. - Independently initiates, identifies and coordinates the analysis of complex client needs in project areas such as: new/existing business operating models, innovative approaches to solutions support, market research of emerging or available product functionality and operational readiness assessment. - Identifies opportunities for increasing business efficiency through improved manual and automated process systems. - Coordinates and/or develops comprehensive business cases with cost, service, and benefit dimensions of proposed projects that are used at management and executive levels for funding and scope decisions. - Accountable for tracking and/or monitor and report for senior management the results of actualization of benefits. - Plans, coordinates and conducts analysis of client business processes and functional requirements and the preparation of appropriate documentation to communicate and validate the information. - Develops cross-initiative integration plans. - Supports a variety of applications. Maintains/updates documented processes of managed applications. May document requirements and develop solution alternatives for new applications. - Develops test plans. - May design, develop and test applications to enhance organization effectiveness. - Consults on the integration of application systems into the work environment, regarding their operational and training implications. - Acts as project lead in the coordination of solution development and the implementation of the final product/service. - Acts as liaison between business clients and technical staff and/or development staff throughout the development lifecycle. - May develop project plans. Identifies and coordinates within other project managers and implements schedule deadlines as appropriate. Provides on-going project management status reporting at all levels. - Maintains current knowledge of application systems, interfaces, reporting processes and data capture. - Provides product/process expertise to client groups, delivers presentations, demonstrations and training for application systems. - Coordinates installation and first-use of new applications/processes. - Coordinates ongoing application support with the various technical areas to ensure continued application/process usage and success. - Works with vendors to resolve operational issues with vendor supported applications. - Analyzes/resolves operational issues by performing analysis of applications and recommends resolutions to operational issues and implements as appropriate following established change management processes/policies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Total of five (5) to seven (7) years, to include two (2) or more years in a consulting role. - Five (5) years experience in healthcare environment or five (5) plus years of experience working in a department relevant to the current posting. - Bachelor's degree in business/health care administration or related discipline. - Preferred certification or advanced qualification by third party association that matches the function or field applicable to the business discipline - May establish cross-functional task forces. - Thorough knowledge of platforms of the assigned functional area and multi-area functionality based on assignment. - Maintains current knowledge of application systems, interfaces, reporting processes, and data capture. - May support a variety of applications/process. - Coordinates ongoing application support with the various technical areas to ensure continued application/process usage and success. - Maintains current knowledge on health care industry, regulations, and KP business strategies. - Develops test plans. - Provides product/process expertise to client groups, delivers presentations, demonstrations and training for application systems. - Coordinates installation and first-use of new applications/process. - May provide specialized support to a specific business area. - Serves as a single point of contact for the resolution of client issues. - Thinks of ways to improve results, communicates these to supervisor, peers and team members. - Drives excellence through continued learning and strengthening of expertise. - Makes needed changes to address performance problems or take advantage of opportunities. - Seeks ways to reduce variation in systems and processes to improve consistency and reliability, directly impacting performance and member/customer service. - Keeps individuals and team focused on specific and measurable performance goals and monitors performance publicly against clear standards. - Prioritizes project work to meet member/customer needs. - Takes initiative to alter normal procedures to meet specific member/customer needs - Stands by decisions that benefit members/customers even if they are unpopular or impact short term performance. - Continually monitors quality of service across functions and systems.2012-04-19 19:10:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132266CAPasadena, CA28009380http://kp.jobs/xml/28009380/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Business Analyst-Senior Buy To Pay Info Systems Location: Pasadena, CA Responsible for identifying and documenting business processes through interviewing clients and reviewing and analyzing existing systems and processes. Articulates interrelationships and recasts business flow into system specifications. Conducts gap analyses to document discrepancies between business requirements and system capabilities. May develop project plans and ensure plan adherence. As system development progresses, may have input into reporting requirements/report development, user interfaces, and coordinates or conducts UAT and the final evaluation of the system solution. Serves as liaison between line business (client) and the IT organization. Essential Functions: - Collects and researches specific client requirements for projects, identifies requirements, and gathers workflow data and basic system and reporting specifications. - Develops, implements, and supports common business processes and tools. - Recommends basic alternatives to address problems. - Project planning and execution: participates in project management process, including participating in project meetings. - May document issues, action items, user requirements, or deliverables from project meetings. - Performs a variety of project related activities, including analysis or preparation of documentation and presentations. - Accomplishes all work within established methodologies and standards. - Provides 2nd and 3rd tier application support for assigned application(s). - Monitors production batch and ad hoc jobs as required to ensure proper functioning and completion of business operations. - Researches and resolves technical and functional issues according to defined prioritization/severity scheme. - Influences client and gains commitment to changes required. - Account Management: Manages relationships with assigned customers/internal clients. - Identifies opportunities for business or process improvement. - Makes associated recommendations and implements as appropriate. - Responsibilities impact the achievement of department objectives, including project deliverables and project timelines at the team level. - May impact at the departmental level. - Influences the development of functional objectives. - Involves interpreting and analyzing established concepts. - Exercises independent judgment to make decisions for less defined issues and develops methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. - Requires moderately complex decision-making. - Develops solutions to complex problems. - May refer to established precedents and policies. - Requires significant analysis to develop solutions for complex problems. - Maintains customer focus and positive client relationships. - Drafts and prepares a variety of communications documents, including customer presentations; may assist in or deliver presentations to customers. - Interacts with departmental managers (senior managers) internally and externally. - Provides professional/technical guidance to team members. - Influences others regarding existing concepts, processes and/or methodology. - Participates in determining objectives of assignment. - Works under limited direction. - Plans/schedules job activities to work toward accomplishing set objectives. - Work is reviewed by management at key intervals for advice and guidance prior to completion. - Provides periodic, informal work guidance/direction to, and training of, team members with less experience. - Assume other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of related professional experience. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. - Complete understanding and application of concepts, techniques and standards in general business analysis, as well as IT principles and practices. - Skills required: Analysis/documentation of processes, methods, solutions, etc. - Interpretive - translates business processes and requirements into system specifications. - Broad-based knowledge of information technology and applications.2012-04-19 19:10:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132270CAPasadena, CA28009378http://kp.jobs/xml/28009378/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Chief Estimator - Kaiser Permanente/National Facilities Services - Oakland, CA Location: Oakland, CA Chief Estimator Kaiser Permanente/National Facilities Services Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Chief Estimator who will provide professional estimating, cost engineering, and project control activities for Kaiser Permanente construction and/or refurbishment projects for hospitals, medical offices, regional buildings and other medical facilities. Responsible for all phases of estimating, cost engineering and project control functions to include but not limited to: budget/feasibility, conceptual, preliminary, and final construction estimates; contractor bid reviews; change order reviews, analyses and negotiations; alternative analyses evaluation; productivity analyses; and use of cost estimating computer technology where applicable. Develops and implements project cost engineering standards and procedures. Establishes the project work breakdown structure. Essential Functions: - First level supervisory position which includes responsibility for technical direction over a group of Estimating Engineers, and/or performs as a technical specialist formulating and developing advanced estimating engineering concepts. - Responsible for a full range of professional estimating/cost engineering and project control duties of diverse and complex scope. - Coordinates the performance of pricing structure development and application to takeoffs, derived quantities, quantity assumption, and cost allowances within a discipline or other specialty. (10%) - Develops and prepares conceptual construction cost and budget estimates for all phases of construction. - Includes development of unit hour/pricing data (and data analysis) estimating material cost, man-hours and revisions to existing buildings' mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. (10%) - Completes budget estimates for construction documents that are 75% completed. - Includes material cost, man-hours and subcontracted services. (10%) - Evaluates 100% construction documents to ensure the design is free of errors and omissions for subcontract bidding. (10%) - Performs itemized blueprint take-off for general conditions and items in CSI Divisions 2 through 16. (10%) - Analyzes scope of construction and prepares preliminary construction schedules in consultation with construction operations. - Resolves any conflict with construction design and/or construction scheduling with appropriate personnel. (15%) - Obtains and verifies construction quotations for facilitation of construction projects, change order documents, addenda and contract change authorizations. - Evaluates subcontract drawings and material submittals for conformance with contract documents and regulatory agencies. - Obtains and verifies subcontract questions for construction projects and ensures compliance with construction documents. (15%) - Provides professional guidance and support to Facilities Design and Construction project team members to determine the preliminary cost and feasibility of maintenance and renovation projects. (10%) - Provides value engineering and construction auditing services to Facilities Design and Construction major expansion projects completed by outside general contractors. (10%) - Responsible for hiring, training and supervising estimating and related staff which may include union personnel. - Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - At least ten (10) years of applicable experience estimating for commercial construction sites typically in excess of $10M. - Experience with ground-up builds, seismic retrofits, and/or tenant improvements on commercial construction projects such as office buildings, hospitals, etc. - Substantial construction estimating experience. - Public works or federal experience a plus. - Bachelor's degree in a field that provides a strong background in cost estimating, such as Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience. - Certification through AACE International and/or ASPE preferred. An individual should have the following core behaviors: Champions Innovation and Change Collaborates Communicates Effectively Develops Self/Others Drives for Results Focuses on the Customer Takes Accountability Demonstrates Business Acumen Exerts Influence Emotional Intelligence*2012-04-19 19:10:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127138CAOakland, CA28009370http://kp.jobs/xml/28009370/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Government Relations Attorney - Counsel III Location: Oakland, CA Government Relations Attorney - Counsel III Kaiser Permanente, Oakland, CA Essential Functions: - Assisting Kaiser Permanente Regions with their government relations efforts, including strategic and policy support and coordination with Programwide objectives. - Analyzing the impact of state and federal legislative proposals on Kaiser Permanente. - Assisting in the formulation of KP's public policy positions. - Drafting proposed legislation, regulations and amendments thereto. - Preparing arguments and testimony and other materials regarding legislation, regulations and public policy issues. - Representing the Program in government and industry meetings and other public forums. - Providing counsel to management regarding federal and statute statues, regulations, court options, administrative procedures and legal proposals. Qualifications: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - Juris Doctorate required. - 3+ years legislative or government relations experience required either federal or with a state in which Kaiser has a presence. - In depth knowledge of legislative process required. - Knowledge of healthcare industry required. - Experience analyzing and drafting legislation/amendments required. - Excellent written and verbal advocacy skills. - Excellent analytical and interpretive skills. - Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively provide strategic and tactical counsel to KP leadership. Preferred Qualifications: - Expertise in managed care regulation/healthcare policy strongly preferred. - Medicare expertise a plus2012-04-19 19:10:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia123115CAOakland, CA28009369http://kp.jobs/xml/28009369/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Ambulatory Care Location: South San Francisco, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care when and where appropriate to do so. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and acts to meet them. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse. - AMBULATORY CARE, GENERALIST - 1 year acute care experience. 6 months recent (within the last 3 years) experience in ambulatory care preferred. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program and either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NALS and or PALS and or PEARS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Preferred Qualifications: - At least 2 years of recent experience in Interventional Radiology performing Vascular/Arterial procedures.2012-04-19 19:10:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130822CASouth San Francisco, CA28009355http://kp.jobs/xml/28009355/jobUSAFremontTitle: Registered Dietitian II, Grade 40 Location: Fremont, CA Responsible for providing comprehensive clinical nutrition care & services to patients/clients in response to protocol & physicians orders Essential Functions: - Assessment of Patient's nutritional risk/status - Development of care plans to meet nutritional needs of patients - Counseling of patients & family members in the hospital or medical office setting Education of patients, family members & caregivers in the hospital or medical office setting in person, via telephone or in groups - Hospital based dietitians work w/ the Food Service staff to coordinate the food w/ the diet orders, & work to establish quality standards w/ the staff - Provides medical nutrition therapy, which is customer focused & cost effective, while maintaining high quality service standards - Provides nutritional screening & assessment & education of patients for appropriate nutrition intervention - Develops individualized nutrition care plans based on patient's laboratory data, food/medication interactions, age, sex, diagnosis, cultural background, pain level, preferences, & religious practices in accordance w/ physician orders - Provides medical nutrition therapy & encourages physical activity for total risk reduction in members w/ or at risk for chronic disease states, in the medical office setting - Conducts audits &/or menu reviews, & ensures patient menus or supplemental feedings meet nutritional requirements & physician's orders for individual patients - Develops meal plans to meet the member's lifestyle - Documents in the medial records as appropriate (If seeing hospitalized patients, coordinates activities w/ the food service department to insure quality & accuracy of the food serviced to the patients) - Writes assessments, implements nutritional care plans, & follows the care & progress of the patient per protocol - Monitors the accuracy of food trays related to the MNT or diet order according to diet manual - Checks for quality of product & is responsible for corrections & quality follow-up w/ manager/supervisor, staff, or vendor - Participates in the design, development & implementation of high quality, cost effective food & clinical nutrition programs, policies & practices - Ensures compliance w/ administrative, legal & regulatory requirements - Assists in development, implementation & maintenance of nutrition care, & service standards - Participates in the development & implementation of quality, service & performance improvement processes related to the delivery of clinical nutrition services - Contributes to the overall cost structure & service improvement goals of the Service Area - Conducts quality assurance audits & participates in committees & meetings to receive & report information - Assists in compiling audit information & standard setting - Provides feedback to Division Food & Clinical Nutrition Services staff on menu modifications & revision - Provides input to the budget process - May provide in-service training to staff - Performs other related duties as necessary - RDIII: A RDII is eligible to become a RDIII must meet requirements and set forth in collective bargaining agreement - Helps identify risk factors and establish performance targets & goals - Performs quality audits, reviews work, & assists others to improve performance - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current registration as a dietitian w/ Commission on Dietetic Registry (CDR) in good standing - A registered Dietitian, as defined by the California Business & Professions Code, w/ at least three (3) years experience in an appropriate clinical setting & one or more of the following: 1. Masters Degree in a related field 2. Fellowship w/ the American Dietetic Association (ADA) 3. CDR approved certifications for consecutive re-certification periods. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Knowledge of clinical competencies based on Nutrition Care Standards of the American Dietetic Association, California Dietetic Association (CDA) & American Society for Partenteral & Enteral Nutrition - Strong communication, interpersonal, & customer service skills - Group education skills in the medical office setting - Collaboration & problem solving skills - Knowledge of applicable federal, state & local regulations, & The Joint Commission requirements - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to position specifications outlines in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement Schedule: On-Call, 0 hours per week, Day shifts. Must be On-Call to cover hospital Inpatient and/or Bariatric Department as needed. Must be flexible as Bariatric schedule varies, and cover both Weekdays and Weekend days in both Inpatient Departments and Bariatric.2012-04-19 19:10:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130853CAFremont, CA28009356http://kp.jobs/xml/28009356/jobUSAMartinezTitle: Pharmacist Resident PGY2 (PRP-201559) Location: Martinez, CA Receive training in a specific pharmacy practice setting to meet the educational outcomes and goals set by the ASHP. To develop competence, skills, and application of drug therapy knowledge in providing the broad scope of pharmaceutical services needed in a practice setting. Essential Functions: - Train in the required pharmacy practice settings for one (1) year as developed by the Program to meet the core objectives of the program. - Elective training in other pharmacy practice settings as offered by the Program. - Develop and implement a longitudinal residency project under the guidance of Residency Director and other Preceptors. - Present findings of project at the Western States Conference for Pharmacy Residents, Fellows and Preceptors. - Complete additional projects and activities as required. - Attend Professional and Educational Meetings/Conferences. - Perform recruitment activities, as needed. - Complete a 12 month training program to sufficiently meet the program goals, as well as, the educational outcomes set by ASHP and/or AMCP prior to receiving certificate of completion. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Possess previous experience in the specific pharmacy practice setting, exceptional leadership qualities and previous experience on interdisciplinary teams preferred. - Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) - Accredited Doctor of Pharmacy Degree Program. - Must have successfully completed a first year (PGY 1 or similar) Pharmacy Residency Program. - Current CA Pharmacist licensure. - Must have current California Pharmacist licensure by the first day of the Residency Program. Special Requirements: This position will cover locations throughout Regional. NOTE: RESIDENCY PROGRAM -1 YEAR TEMPORARY, BENEFITED POSITION: 07/01/2012 - 06/30/20132012-04-19 19:10:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131826CAMartinez, CA28009357http://kp.jobs/xml/28009357/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Pharmacist Resident PGY2 (PRP-201560) Location: Oakland, CA Receive training in a specific pharmacy practice setting to meet the educational outcomes and goals set by the ASHP. To develop competence, skills, and application of drug therapy knowledge in providing the broad scope of pharmaceutical services needed in a practice setting. Essential Functions: - Train in the required pharmacy practice settings for one (1) year as developed by the Program to meet the core objectives of the program. - Elective training in other pharmacy practice settings as offered by the Program. - Develop and implement a longitudinal residency project under the guidance of Residency Director and other Preceptors. - Present findings of project at the Western States Conference for Pharmacy Residents, Fellows and Preceptors. - Complete additional projects and activities as required. - Attend Professional and Educational Meetings/Conferences. - Perform recruitment activities, as needed. - Complete a 12 month training program to sufficiently meet the program goals, as well as, the educational outcomes set by ASHP and/or AMCP prior to receiving certificate of completion. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Possess previous experience in the specific pharmacy practice setting, exceptional leadership qualities and previous experience on interdisciplinary teams preferred. - Graduate of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) - Accredited Doctor of Pharmacy Degree Program. - Must have successfully completed a first year (PGY 1 or similar) Pharmacy Residency Program. - Current CA Pharmacist licensure. - Must have current California Pharmacist licensure by the first day of the Residency Program. Special Requirements: This position will cover locations throughout Regional. NOTE: RESIDENCY PROGRAM -1 YEAR TEMPORARY, BENEFITED POSITION: 07/01/2012 - 06/30/20132012-04-19 19:10:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131827CAOakland, CA28009358http://kp.jobs/xml/28009358/jobUSAHaywardTitle: Workplace Safety Specialist, (No. 4620) Location: Hayward, CA Under general supervision in a team environment, works under Labor Management Partnership (LMP) guidelines to determine methods and processes for the reduction/elimination of workplace injuries and illnesses. Provides systems of safety consultation, training, risk analysis, and risk reduction/elimination recommendations to all levels of staff. Essential Functions: - Serves as a professional/technical liaison between workplace safety committees & related work groups in support of Kaiser's initiatives - Responsible for the successful creation & maintenance of new & existing injury reduction plans & interventions - Leads the design, development, & implementation of training programs, including train-the-trainer programs for targeted workplace safety work groups - Provides training to Health Care staff on the proper utilization of patient handling equipment, including equipment for unique or unconventional patient transfer situations - Conducts ergonomic worksite &/or task evaluations in cooperation w/ Occupational Medicine & Employee Health - Recommends corrective action while demonstrating sensitivity to time & budgetary constraints - Ensures & implements evaluation recommendations & employees who are given training required for any new equipment or procedure changes - Oversees & completes projects that vary in scope & scale while ensuring compliance w/ regulatory standards & financial allocations - Attends & facilitates meetings - Conducts follow-up analysis of evaluations, recommendations, & training - Prepares & disseminates injury rate data, risk analysis, mitigation strategies, & related information to workplace safety work groups & management - Uses a variety of software applications to research, compose reports, analyze data, & present information using written & multi-media strategies - Performs other workplace safety duties as assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of three (3) - five (5) years progressive experience in worker safety, injury prevention, disability management, and/or ergonomics required - Experience conducting training classes and workshops, facilitating meetings, and coordinating projects in complex organizational environments - Previous experience, three (3) + years, performing ergonomic work site assessments, preferably in a health care environment - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business administration, health care administration, environmental health and safety, or other related field - Certification or formal training in OSHA worker safety, accident investigation, and disability management highly desirable - Knowledge of California laws and regulations as they apply to workplace safety, worker's compensation, and disability management - Must be proficient with PC applications, including word, spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics - Consulting, collaboration, and team development skills required - Strong customer service and communication skills, with ability to compose reports and other communications that are free from grammatical, spelling and syntax errors - Ability to travel frequently to different Kaiser Locations - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-04-19 19:10:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131862CAHayward, CA28009359http://kp.jobs/xml/28009359/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Stationary Engineer Location: Santa Clara, CA Under the direction of the Chief or Assistant Chief Engineer, performs activities concerned w/ design, construction, modification, & maintenance of equipment & machinery in medical center facility. Under limited supervision, ensures efficient & reliable operation of all machinery, including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, heating, & air conditioning systems within the Medical Center. Essential Functions: - Under general supervision, performs tasks in support of physical plant, equipment/systems & operations, including life support & life safety equipment. - May be required to work in emergencies during off hours & on weekend shifts. - Performs inspection & adjustment of equipment. - Reads & interprets blueprints, specifications, operation & maintenance manuals, & other documents to determine proper operation. - Troubleshoots & problem solves under normal & abnormal situations. - Operates, adjusts, & analyzes various pieces of physical plant equipment through use of computers & microprocessor-based devices. - Tests newly installed machines & equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications. - Performs other duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 3+ years of related experience &/or training. - Journeyman level field service experience in industrial electrical &/or refrigeration. - Engineering background in acute care hospital preferred. - High School Diploma/GED. - Valid California Drivers License. - CFC Certificate preferred (required for HVAC and Refrigeration only). - Working knowledge & ability to perform duties of all trade classifications including electrical, plumbing, carpentry & HVAC. - Must possess a working knowledge of medical gas distribution & alarm systems, water treatment, steam systems, refrigeration, compressors, pumps, electric motors, & variable frequency drives. - Understanding of preventive maintenance & work order system, preferably MP2. - Competency to operate microprocessor based devices. - Capable of performing maintenance, troubleshooting, & repair of HVAC equipment (including chillers & boilers), electrical distribution, & operating room equipment. - Ability to read & comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, & memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one & small group situations to customers, clients, & other incumbents of the organization. - Ability to regularly lift & /or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift &/or move up to 100 pounds. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-19 19:10:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130489CASanta Clara, CA28009347http://kp.jobs/xml/28009347/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sterile Processing Technician II Certified, (No. 55), Grade 390, (Temporary) Location: Oakland, CA Under direct/indirect supervision follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures. Collects, cleans, decontaminates, disinfects and/or sterilizes surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices and patient care equipment for inpatient Nursing and Medical Office departments. Inventories, restocks and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment and medical supplies to Medical Center. Works a majority of time in a Sterile Processing Department cleaning, preparing, assembling, sterilizing, prepare packs, instruments, and trays for the medical center and/or medical office building. Will process inpatient operating room instruments. May assist in departmental in services and training. Essential Functions: - Adherence to h& washing requirements, workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological monitoring, & dress code. - Validates & maintains: event-related protocols, disinfection &/or sterilization load parameters & records, inventory check sheet(s), & equipment monitoring. - Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high-level disinfection, biological monitoring, & employee competencies. - Accurately document & maintain daily records of all QA & sterilization functions according to regulatory agency & Infection Control standards. - Adheres to organizational & departmental policies & procedures. - Participates in department employee orientation (DEO), meetings, & employee evaluation & competency programs. - Maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification. - May assists in departmental in-services & training. - Wears personal protective equipment. - Inspects, disassembles sorts, cleans, & processes reusable instrumentation & equipment. - Selects & operates specialized cleaning equipment. - Follows manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents. - Follows device manufactures cleaning guidelines. - Maintains adequate cleaning supplies. - As designated reprocesses endoscopes. - Identifies, inspects, & assembles all general & specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser & endoscopes instruments per specifications & manufacturer recommendations. - According to manufacturer guidelines, selects & prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation. - Selects appropriate method of sterilization. - Maintains accurate sterilization records. - Properly loads & unloads sterilization cart items. - Verifies that sterilization parameters meet before distribution of load. - Collects, cleans, checks, distributes, & tracks patient care equipment. - As designated, orders patient care equipment, inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment, & rotates stock appropriately & stocks general & surgical carts. - Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department. - Demonstrates awareness of personal & work area safety at all times. - Complies with facility safety policies & procedures, including those for bloodborne pathogens & communicable diseases. - Take prompt corrective actions when hazard identified. - Demonstrates effective written & oral communication skills. - Actively supports & contributes teamwork in the workplace. - Takes responsibility & is accountable for own professional work ethics. - Demonstrate responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules. - Assist in in-service & training. - Supports departmental related computer programs. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience in instrument processing. - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management. - Must know Medical Terminology to understand instrumentation, surgical procedures, and surgical schedule. - Must know various types of reusable surgical instrumentation, including power equipment and micro surgical instrumentation. - Must know how to operate Sterile Processing departmental equipment (i.e. washers, ultrasonic, steam, gas, and chemical sterilizer). - Must know cleaning of patient care equipment i.e. I.V. pumps, feeding pumps, pneumatic pumps, CPM machines, PCA, and hypo/hyperthermia units, etc. - Must know sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols. - Must have effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers, internal, and external customers. - Departmental related computer skills preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. - Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 hours per week, Day shifts. Monday through Friday: 8:00am to 4:30pm. Expected length of employment: up to three (3) months.2012-04-19 19:10:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130516CAOakland, CA28009349http://kp.jobs/xml/28009349/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sterile Processing Technician II Certified, (No. 56), Grade 390, (Temporary) Location: Oakland, CA Under direct/indirect supervision follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures. Collects, cleans, decontaminates, disinfects and/or sterilizes surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices and patient care equipment for inpatient Nursing and Medical Office departments. Inventories, restocks and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment and medical supplies to Medical Center. Works a majority of time in a Sterile Processing Department cleaning, preparing, assembling, sterilizing, prepare packs, instruments, and trays for the medical center and/or medical office building. Will process inpatient operating room instruments. May assist in departmental in services and training. Essential Functions: - Adherence to h& washing requirements, workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological monitoring, & dress code. - Validates & maintains: event-related protocols, disinfection &/or sterilization load parameters & records, inventory check sheet(s), & equipment monitoring. - Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high-level disinfection, biological monitoring, & employee competencies. - Accurately document & maintain daily records of all QA & sterilization functions according to regulatory agency & Infection Control standards. - Adheres to organizational & departmental policies & procedures. - Participates in department employee orientation (DEO), meetings, & employee evaluation & competency programs. - Maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification. - May assists in departmental in-services & training. - Wears personal protective equipment. - Inspects, disassembles sorts, cleans, & processes reusable instrumentation & equipment. - Selects & operates specialized cleaning equipment. - Follows manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents. - Follows device manufactures cleaning guidelines. - Maintains adequate cleaning supplies. - As designated reprocesses endoscopes. - Identifies, inspects, & assembles all general & specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser & endoscopes instruments per specifications & manufacturer recommendations. - According to manufacturer guidelines, selects & prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation. - Selects appropriate method of sterilization. - Maintains accurate sterilization records. - Properly loads & unloads sterilization cart items. - Verifies that sterilization parameters meet before distribution of load. - Collects, cleans, checks, distributes, & tracks patient care equipment. - As designated, orders patient care equipment, inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment, & rotates stock appropriately & stocks general & surgical carts. - Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department. - Demonstrates awareness of personal & work area safety at all times. - Complies with facility safety policies & procedures, including those for bloodborne pathogens & communicable diseases. - Take prompt corrective actions when hazard identified. - Demonstrates effective written & oral communication skills. - Actively supports & contributes teamwork in the workplace. - Takes responsibility & is accountable for own professional work ethics. - Demonstrate responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules. - Assist in in-service & training. - Supports departmental related computer programs. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience in instrument processing. - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management. - Must know Medical Terminology to understand instrumentation, surgical procedures, and surgical schedule. - Must know various types of reusable surgical instrumentation, including power equipment and micro surgical instrumentation. - Must know how to operate Sterile Processing departmental equipment (i.e. washers, ultrasonic, steam, gas, and chemical sterilizer). - Must know cleaning of patient care equipment i.e. I.V. pumps, feeding pumps, pneumatic pumps, CPM machines, PCA, and hypo/hyperthermia units, etc. - Must know sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols. - Must have effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers, internal, and external customers. - Departmental related computer skills preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. - Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 hours per week, Day shifts. Monday through Friday: 8:00am to 4:30pm. Expected length of employment: up to three (3) months.2012-04-19 19:10:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130521CAOakland, CA28009348http://kp.jobs/xml/28009348/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sterile Processing Technician II Certified, (No. 57), Grade 390, (Temporary) Location: Oakland, CA Under direct/indirect supervision follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures. Collects, cleans, decontaminates, disinfects and/or sterilizes surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices and patient care equipment for inpatient Nursing and Medical Office departments. Inventories, restocks and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment and medical supplies to Medical Center. Works a majority of time in a Sterile Processing Department cleaning, preparing, assembling, sterilizing, prepare packs, instruments, and trays for the medical center and/or medical office building. Will process inpatient operating room instruments. May assist in departmental in services and training. Essential Functions: - Adherence to h& washing requirements, workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological monitoring, & dress code. - Validates & maintains: event-related protocols, disinfection &/or sterilization load parameters & records, inventory check sheet(s), & equipment monitoring. - Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high-level disinfection, biological monitoring, & employee competencies. - Accurately document & maintain daily records of all QA & sterilization functions according to regulatory agency & Infection Control standards. - Adheres to organizational & departmental policies & procedures. - Participates in department employee orientation (DEO), meetings, & employee evaluation & competency programs. - Maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification. - May assists in departmental in-services & training. - Wears personal protective equipment. - Inspects, disassembles sorts, cleans, & processes reusable instrumentation & equipment. - Selects & operates specialized cleaning equipment. - Follows manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents. - Follows device manufactures cleaning guidelines. - Maintains adequate cleaning supplies. - As designated reprocesses endoscopes. - Identifies, inspects, & assembles all general & specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser & endoscopes instruments per specifications & manufacturer recommendations. - According to manufacturer guidelines, selects & prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation. - Selects appropriate method of sterilization. - Maintains accurate sterilization records. - Properly loads & unloads sterilization cart items. - Verifies that sterilization parameters meet before distribution of load. - Collects, cleans, checks, distributes, & tracks patient care equipment. - As designated, orders patient care equipment, inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment, & rotates stock appropriately & stocks general & surgical carts. - Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department. - Demonstrates awareness of personal & work area safety at all times. - Complies with facility safety policies & procedures, including those for bloodborne pathogens & communicable diseases. - Take prompt corrective actions when hazard identified. - Demonstrates effective written & oral communication skills. - Actively supports & contributes teamwork in the workplace. - Takes responsibility & is accountable for own professional work ethics. - Demonstrate responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules. - Assist in in-service & training. - Supports departmental related computer programs. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience in instrument processing. - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management. - Must know Medical Terminology to understand instrumentation, surgical procedures, and surgical schedule. - Must know various types of reusable surgical instrumentation, including power equipment and micro surgical instrumentation. - Must know how to operate Sterile Processing departmental equipment (i.e. washers, ultrasonic, steam, gas, and chemical sterilizer). - Must know cleaning of patient care equipment i.e. I.V. pumps, feeding pumps, pneumatic pumps, CPM machines, PCA, and hypo/hyperthermia units, etc. - Must know sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols. - Must have effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers, internal, and external customers. - Departmental related computer skills preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. - Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 hours per week, Day shifts. Monday through Friday: 8:00am to 4:30pm. Expected length of employment: up to three (3) months.2012-04-19 19:10:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130524CAOakland, CA28009350http://kp.jobs/xml/28009350/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sterile Processing Technician II Certified, (No. 58), Grade 390, (Temporary) Location: Oakland, CA Under direct/indirect supervision follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures. Collects, cleans, decontaminates, disinfects and/or sterilizes surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices and patient care equipment for inpatient Nursing and Medical Office departments. Inventories, restocks and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment and medical supplies to Medical Center. Works a majority of time in a Sterile Processing Department cleaning, preparing, assembling, sterilizing, prepare packs, instruments, and trays for the medical center and/or medical office building. Will process inpatient operating room instruments. May assist in departmental in services and training. Essential Functions: - Adherence to h& washing requirements, workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological monitoring, & dress code. - Validates & maintains: event-related protocols, disinfection &/or sterilization load parameters & records, inventory check sheet(s), & equipment monitoring. - Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high-level disinfection, biological monitoring, & employee competencies. - Accurately document & maintain daily records of all QA & sterilization functions according to regulatory agency & Infection Control standards. - Adheres to organizational & departmental policies & procedures. - Participates in department employee orientation (DEO), meetings, & employee evaluation & competency programs. - Maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification. - May assists in departmental in-services & training. - Wears personal protective equipment. - Inspects, disassembles sorts, cleans, & processes reusable instrumentation & equipment. - Selects & operates specialized cleaning equipment. - Follows manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents. - Follows device manufactures cleaning guidelines. - Maintains adequate cleaning supplies. - As designated reprocesses endoscopes. - Identifies, inspects, & assembles all general & specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser & endoscopes instruments per specifications & manufacturer recommendations. - According to manufacturer guidelines, selects & prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation. - Selects appropriate method of sterilization. - Maintains accurate sterilization records. - Properly loads & unloads sterilization cart items. - Verifies that sterilization parameters meet before distribution of load. - Collects, cleans, checks, distributes, & tracks patient care equipment. - As designated, orders patient care equipment, inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment, & rotates stock appropriately & stocks general & surgical carts. - Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department. - Demonstrates awareness of personal & work area safety at all times. - Complies with facility safety policies & procedures, including those for bloodborne pathogens & communicable diseases. - Take prompt corrective actions when hazard identified. - Demonstrates effective written & oral communication skills. - Actively supports & contributes teamwork in the workplace. - Takes responsibility & is accountable for own professional work ethics. - Demonstrate responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules. - Assist in in-service & training. - Supports departmental related computer programs. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience in instrument processing. - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management. - Must know Medical Terminology to understand instrumentation, surgical procedures, and surgical schedule. - Must know various types of reusable surgical instrumentation, including power equipment and micro surgical instrumentation. - Must know how to operate Sterile Processing departmental equipment (i.e. washers, ultrasonic, steam, gas, and chemical sterilizer). - Must know cleaning of patient care equipment i.e. I.V. pumps, feeding pumps, pneumatic pumps, CPM machines, PCA, and hypo/hyperthermia units, etc. - Must know sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols. - Must have effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers, internal, and external customers. - Departmental related computer skills preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. - Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 hours per week, Evening shifts. Monday through Friday: 4:00pm to 12:30am. Expected length of employment: up to three (3) months.2012-04-19 19:10:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130528CAOakland, CA28009351http://kp.jobs/xml/28009351/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sterile Processing Technician II Certified, (No. 59), Grade 390, (Temporary) Location: Oakland, CA Under direct/indirect supervision follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures. Collects, cleans, decontaminates, disinfects and/or sterilizes surgical instruments, trays and packs, reusable medical devices and patient care equipment for inpatient Nursing and Medical Office departments. Inventories, restocks and distributes instruments, reusable medical equipment and medical supplies to Medical Center. Works a majority of time in a Sterile Processing Department cleaning, preparing, assembling, sterilizing, prepare packs, instruments, and trays for the medical center and/or medical office building. Will process inpatient operating room instruments. May assist in departmental in services and training. Essential Functions: - Adherence to h& washing requirements, workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological monitoring, & dress code. - Validates & maintains: event-related protocols, disinfection &/or sterilization load parameters & records, inventory check sheet(s), & equipment monitoring. - Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high-level disinfection, biological monitoring, & employee competencies. - Accurately document & maintain daily records of all QA & sterilization functions according to regulatory agency & Infection Control standards. - Adheres to organizational & departmental policies & procedures. - Participates in department employee orientation (DEO), meetings, & employee evaluation & competency programs. - Maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification. - May assists in departmental in-services & training. - Wears personal protective equipment. - Inspects, disassembles sorts, cleans, & processes reusable instrumentation & equipment. - Selects & operates specialized cleaning equipment. - Follows manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents. - Follows device manufactures cleaning guidelines. - Maintains adequate cleaning supplies. - As designated reprocesses endoscopes. - Identifies, inspects, & assembles all general & specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser & endoscopes instruments per specifications & manufacturer recommendations. - According to manufacturer guidelines, selects & prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation. - Selects appropriate method of sterilization. - Maintains accurate sterilization records. - Properly loads & unloads sterilization cart items. - Verifies that sterilization parameters meet before distribution of load. - Collects, cleans, checks, distributes, & tracks patient care equipment. - As designated, orders patient care equipment, inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment, & rotates stock appropriately & stocks general & surgical carts. - Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department. - Demonstrates awareness of personal & work area safety at all times. - Complies with facility safety policies & procedures, including those for bloodborne pathogens & communicable diseases. - Take prompt corrective actions when hazard identified. - Demonstrates effective written & oral communication skills. - Actively supports & contributes teamwork in the workplace. - Takes responsibility & is accountable for own professional work ethics. - Demonstrate responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules. - Assist in in-service & training. - Supports departmental related computer programs. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience in instrument processing. - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management. - Must know Medical Terminology to understand instrumentation, surgical procedures, and surgical schedule. - Must know various types of reusable surgical instrumentation, including power equipment and micro surgical instrumentation. - Must know how to operate Sterile Processing departmental equipment (i.e. washers, ultrasonic, steam, gas, and chemical sterilizer). - Must know cleaning of patient care equipment i.e. I.V. pumps, feeding pumps, pneumatic pumps, CPM machines, PCA, and hypo/hyperthermia units, etc. - Must know sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols. - Must have effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers, internal, and external customers. - Departmental related computer skills preferred. - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. - Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 hours per week, Evening shifts. Monday through Friday: 4:00pm to 12:30am. Expected length of employment: up to three (3) months.2012-04-19 19:10:09United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130531CAOakland, CA28009352http://kp.jobs/xml/28009352/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Medical Assistant, Grade 180 Location: Oakland, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or Designee Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department - Records information in patients' medical record - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination - Assists clinician with care of the patient - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department - Performs other related duties as necessary - Customer Service: - Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment: - Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance - Takes accountability for own actions - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities - Adheres to Attendance Policy - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six months experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship - High School Diploma or GED - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California - BLS certification - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience - Ability to use personal computer - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-04-19 19:09:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia125081CAOakland, CA28009335http://kp.jobs/xml/28009335/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Nurse Practitioner II Location: San Jose, CA The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager. Essential Functions: - Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing. - Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy. - Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings. - Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service. - Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols. - Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information. - If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a nurse practitioner. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty services. - One (1) year (within the past three (3) years) experience as a NP providing care for adults (>18 years of age), including preventive care and follow-up for patients with chronic health care problems. Completion of a Masters Program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Geriatric NP required. - Master's degree in nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permantente employee who was 'grandfathered in' prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008). - Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Credentialing Center, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, and National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.) - Current California RN/NP License with California BRN issued Furnishing Number. - Current BLS required. - Must have a NPI and meet Medicare requirements for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number). - Current DEA if required for specialty. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and/or NALS and/or PALS or PEARS may also be required for the position. PERIOPERATIVE/SURGICAL SERVICES - 1 year (within the past 3 years) experience as a NP providing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures and/or those who have undergone surgical/invasive procedures. - Completion of Masters Program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Pediatric NP required: Adult, Family or Acute NP if practice limited to adults; Family or Pedi NP if practice limited to pediatric patients. - RN First Assist experience required if assisting with surgical procedures. If only caring for specific patient population of adult or pediatrics then Acute Adult NP or Acute Pediatric NP required. Schedule: Full-time, Regular; 40hrs week Clinic = Mon thur Fri, 8:30am to 5:00pm or Mon thru Fri, 7:15am to 3:45pm Call Svc = Sun thru Sat, 7:00am to 3:30pm or 11:00am to 7:30pm2012-04-19 19:09:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia123349CASan Jose, CA28009332http://kp.jobs/xml/28009332/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Nurse Practitioner II Location: San Jose, CA The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager. Essential Functions: - Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing. - Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy. - Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings. - Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service. - Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols. - Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information. - If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a nurse practitioner. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty services. - One (1) year (within the past three (3) years) experience as a NP providing care for adults (>18 years of age), including preventive care and follow-up for patients with chronic health care problems. Completion of a Masters Program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Geriatric NP required. - Master's degree in nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permantente employee who was 'grandfathered in' prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008). - Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Credentialing Center, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, and National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.) - Current California RN/NP License with California BRN issued Furnishing Number. - Current BLS required. - Must have a NPI and meet Medicare requirements for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number). - Current DEA if required for specialty. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and/or NALS and/or PALS or PEARS may also be required for the position. PERIOPERATIVE/SURGICAL SERVICES - 1 year (within the past 3 years) experience as a NP providing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures and/or those who have undergone surgical/invasive procedures. - Completion of Masters Program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Pediatric NP required: Adult, Family or Acute NP if practice limited to adults; Family or Pedi NP if practice limited to pediatric patients. - RN First Assist experience required if assisting with surgical procedures. If only caring for specific patient population of adult or pediatrics then Acute Adult NP or Acute Pediatric NP required. Schedule: Full-time, Regular; 40hrs week Clinic = Mon thur Fri, 8:30am to 5:00pm or Mon thru Fri, 7:15am to 3:45pm Call Svc = Sun thru Sat, 7:00am to 3:30pm or 11:00am to 7:30pm2012-04-19 19:09:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia123350CASan Jose, CA28009333http://kp.jobs/xml/28009333/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Chief Actuary Location: Oakland, CA Manage actuarial expertise to support underwriting, pricing, marketing, sales, and finance functions in Shared Services and Kaiser Permanente Regions. Principal areas of responsibility are actuarial support for all Regions, development of actuarial staff across the Program, actuarial governance and oversight, and development and implementation of best pricing practices. This position plays a key role in support of the Pricing and Product Development department mission and goals. The Pricing and Product Development department mission is to provide strategic, management and technical support to the organization in the achievement of financially sound sustainable growth in a manner consistent with Kaiser Permanente's business model and the KP promise of quality you can trust, convenient and easy service, caring with a personal touch, and affordability. Relevant department goals include: - High quality management control systems - Products and benefits that meet the needs of the market - Actuarial and Population Risk assessment activities that support strategic management decisions as well as underwriting activities - Cross functional coordination and integration among all the regions nationally processes. Essential Functions: - Promote the development of actuarial staff and expertise and manage Shared Service actuaries and actuarial support staff. - Manage Actuarial support across a comprehensive range of market segments (commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and charitable care programs), products (HMO, dHMO, POS, PPO), coverages (medical, pharmacy, behavioral health, dental), and financial arrangements (insured, flex funding, self-funding). - Manage actuarial support to Kaiser Permanente Insurance Company (KPIC), which provides insurance coverage and is the legal entity offering self-funding for Kaiser Permanente. - Provide leadership and analytic support for Fee Schedule Oversight Team (FSOT), a senior leadership team that is cross-functional, cross-regional, and cross health plan/medical group. - Evaluate and monitor changes in the capture and coding of services. - Provide direction in the analysis of the Kaiser Permanente total value demonstrations - showing how KP delivers high quality care at below market total costs. - Develop trend analyses that both give insight into changes in historical utilization and cost and support projections of future resource demands. - Work in partnership with Finance, Market Strategy and Rate Setting teams to develop accurate forecasts of revenue and costs.Provide leadership in the development of rate actions that will best achieve organizational goals. - Support the negotiations of the Medical Services Agreement and Memorandums of Understanding between the health plan and the Permanente Medical Groups. - Develop and maintain rating factors, building rational variation in any regionally determined factors.Develop rating factors, pooling charges, and experience rating trends that generate dues/premium rates that are aligned with the organizations revenue needs. - Develop pricing policies that achieve the organization's membership and contribution margin goals.Partner with Underwriting in the development and implementation of rate strategies that address group specific needs. - Provide leadership, tools, and training to support self-funding across the organization. - Provide leadership in the development of Medicare and retiree strategies Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -Bachelor's degree in mathematics, actuarial science, business, finance, economics, or equivalent. -Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA) is required. -Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) is required. - Minimum of 15 years of actuarial health plan experience with a demonstrated and successful leadership track record in large complex organizations. - Minimum of 5 years as VP or Chief Actuary in medium to large sized health insurance companies. - Experience implementing controls and reporting systems to improve management capabilities and results for local markets and nationally. - Demonstrated ability to negotiate 'win-win' situations as it relates to business decisions. - Ability to assess market conditions and recommend necessary pricing and rate setting improvements or revenue growth opportunities. - Ability to build partnerships and influence other leaders is essential.In addition, the Chief Actuary must consistently demonstrate integrity, prudence, high energy, initiative to act, and self-confidence. Preferred Qualifications: - MBA or related graduate degree highly preferred. - Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) is preferred.2012-04-19 19:08:50United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132139CAOakland, CA28009312http://kp.jobs/xml/28009312/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Drug Education Coordinator - (PD-6312) Location: Fontana, CA In conjunction with the COM, the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Chief, coordinates and manages pharmaceutical education for identified locations for clinic, hospital, and contracted providers. In conjunction with the Pharmacy Services Manager, coordinates on-going pharmaceutical education and training for pharmacy personnel. Provides performance feedback to providers and personnel regarding clinical outcomes, cost effectiveness, and member service in the delivery of pharmaceutical care. Essential Functions: - Works collaboratively with the P&T Chief and the medical staff to coordinate pharmaceutical education for providers and staff. - Attends inpatient and outpatient P&T committee meetings. - Assists in the development and implementation of identified CSA initiatives. - Provides training, analytical support, and on-going performance feedback to providers and staff regarding those initiative outcomes. - Analyzes prescribing practices for identified locations and/or the CSA to identify, develop, implement, and evaluate effective techniques to favorably influence such prescribing practices. - Provides on-going communication to providers and staff regarding recent innovations in pharmaceutical practice, drug cost issues, clinical outcomes issues, etc., via presentations, newsletter information, formal utilization review, and one-on-one conversations. - May supervise staff pharmacists with responsibility for managing cost containment/ conversion programs, to include annual evaluation of performance. - Ensures that region-wide drug conversion and cost containment programs are implemented. - Serves as a staff resource person/trainer for the pharmacist clinical role expansion. - Assists CSA pharmacy management in on-going improvement of the delivery of pharmaceutical care to members. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in pharmacy. - Pharm. D. preferred. - Current Licensure as a pharmacist in California. - Two (2) - three (3) years of previous clinical experience in a comparable pharmaceutical setting. - Pharmaceutical and medical knowledge necessary to effectively discuss drug therapy issues with physicians and pharmacists required. - Expertise in drug utilization review preferred. - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required. - Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others. - Demonstrated self-initiative and innovation. - Working knowledge of applicable state and federal pharmacy regulations. - Outstanding analytical skills required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Notes: - PR# PD-6312 - Work schedule to vary as required - Travel within the Service Area, Region and State.2012-04-18 20:28:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131799CAFontana, CA27983227http://kp.jobs/xml/27983227/jobUSADowneyTitle: Sr. Financial Project Manager (MT-1361) Location: Downey, CA Provides leadership and consulting services for complex multi-faceted projects across disciplines and functional areas. Identifies feasible project options and presents recommendations to Decision Support Hub Manager and senior management, as appropriate. Works directly with clients to provide project leadership for financial projects such as Hospital Alliances, business process improvements, and capital investment decisions. Exercises judgment within generally defined practices/policies in selecting methods and techniques for pursuing projects and resolving problems. Contributes to the development of the department and leads projects. Essential Functions: - Leads teams in conducting financial analysis and feasibility studies of complex multi-faceted projects. - Key topic areas include medical service delivery, hospital contracting, benefit design, capital investment decisions, departmental financial management, and other projects within the scope of Decision Support. - Conducts very complicated analysis. - Reviews and makes recommendations for the design of financial models. - Oversees preparation of preliminary interpretations of analyses for project teams, clients and/or department management. - Recommends suggested action steps based on analytic findings. - Finalizes reports of recommendations. - Delivers formal presentations of analytic findings and suggested action steps to Department Management and Senior Management. - Supervises other analytical resources on a project basis. - Provides guidance to more junior analysts and develops their skillsets, where appropriate. - Leads projects involving multi-disciplinary teams. - Provides education and management consulting on the use and interpretation of analyses, reports, methodologies, and source data to managers. - Participates as a member of divisional task forces or committees, as assigned. - Develops positive working relationships with peers in Divisional Offices, Services Areas, and Medical Groups to ensure accomplishment of key Finance Department objectives. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant, six (6) or more years of experience demonstrated financial and/or analytical experience with a variety of complex, multi-faceted projects. - Experience in large-scale business planning, feasibility studies, and/or project management required. - Health care experience highly preferred. - Analytical supervisory experience strongly preferred. - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance, or related field. - Master's degree highly preferred. - Extensive knowledge of several or all of the following: general finance theories and methodologies, Net Present Value, Cost/Benefit analysis, Feasibility studies, large scale business planning, financial modeling, and project management. - Ability to develop these skills in team members. - Proficient with a variety of software applications (spreadsheet, word-processing, graphics etc.) and mainframe systems. - Proven leadership skills in finance, project management, and consulting required. - Must demonstrate effective communication, consulting, presentation, analytical and writing skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Notes: -PR# MT-1361 -Work schedule to vary as required.2012-04-18 20:28:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131874CADowney, CA27983229http://kp.jobs/xml/27983229/jobUSADowneyTitle: Project Manager II (MT-1362) Location: Downey, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Responsible for setting strategic direction of projects and developing project plans. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the second job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At the second level, the Project Manager is responsible for leading projects of complex scope where analysis of data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within generally defined practices/policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver, and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms, and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of project. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or four (4) years of equivalent work experience in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) strongly preferred. - Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Effective leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Effective interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Notes: - PR# MT-1362. - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required.2012-04-18 20:28:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131879CADowney, CA27983230http://kp.jobs/xml/27983230/jobUSAResedaTitle: Psych Social Worker - Bilingual (Reseda) Location: Reseda, CA The psychiatric social worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention & psycho-education to members and/or family members. Must be familiar with all aspects of psychopathology and recognize the appropriate and timely clinical treatment intervention needed. The psychiatric social worker may work with specific age group as is determined by training and certificate. Must be familiar with and have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. A major time of the position will be spent in direct patient care. Essential Functions: - Competencies: Timely & appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning & treatment intervention of members. - Appropriate selection of treatment modality to member's presenting problem. - Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member & clinical staff. - Provides high internal & external customer/patient satisfaction. - Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies. - Provides appropriate & timely documentation of clinical encounters in member's charts. - Is knowledgeable of KP & community resources. - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care & license - Maintains license. - Conduct initial interview w/ Members by eliciting & interpreting the psychological & social meaning of complaints. - Determines urgency of member's need. - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation & recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality. - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents, & children. - Renders appropriate & immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services. - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports & letters; phones, writes & visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools, relatives, and friends to obtain pertinent information. - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants & community resources - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information & referrals. - Proficient in identifying & treating the span of developmental stages. - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group, family, & child therapy. - Complies w/ organizational, departmental, state/federal guidelines & all regulatory agency policies & procedures. - Participates in QM & CQI activities. Qualifications: This is a repost of 116361 Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II - Master's degree in a Social Work required - Valid & current CA LCSW orLMFTlicense required -Two (2) years of post graduate experience in a behavioral health setting required - Knowledge of & ability to utilize current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) nomenclature required - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required Preferred Qualifications: - High-level cognitive behavioral therapy and/or solid experience in solution-focused therapy. - Experienced in individual and group therapy. Notes: - Must pass the bilingual assessment test. - If license is MFT, then job code is 65336. - Will provide psychological evaluation and modern treatment for all categories of patients. - Engage in any professional activities required by the Department that falls within the scope of licensure. - Must be prepared to study and learn treatment approaches as needed by the Department.2012-04-18 20:28:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130500CAReseda, CA27983203http://kp.jobs/xml/27983203/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: SSD HC SITE SPECIALIST - Orange County Location: Anaheim, CA The Site Specialist is the primary KP HealthConnect expert at the Medical Centers & provides system expertise, consultation, coaching, mentoring, problem solving & issue resolution to system users. The Site Specialist facilitates & promotes the introduction, acceptance, integration, & effective use of KP HealthConnect & related new system functionality & workflows. The Site Specialist collects & analyzes data to enhance user efficiency & effectiveness w/ KP HealthConnect. The Site Specialist works independently to resolve system issues and, if necessary, escalates issues to other KP HealthConnect project teams & collaborates w/ them to resolve the issue. The Site Specialist is accountable to serve end users in various geographic locations within a Medical Center area. Essential Functions: - Achieves & maintains proficiency in multiple KP HealthConnect (HC) applications - Accountable to resolve end user issues, including escalating issue to higher levels of support, when appropriate, & tracking to ensure issue is resolved - Uses the Remedy system to document all system issues - Partners w/ Physician Champs, Department Managers, & Regional Project Team members to plan & implement new KP HC products or workflows - Makes presentations to various audiences, including developing & delivering PowerPoint presentations, system demos, in-services, etc - Participates in training new system users, enhancing the skills of existing users & communicating application enhancements or new functionality via coaching, providing system demos, developing job aides, delivering 1:1 training and/or assisting in classroom training - Prepares agendas & meeting materials, takes minutes & provides other organizational support, as needed - Learns & understands the workflows of departments for which the individual provides primary support & how these workflows integrate w/ KP HC - Understands workflows related to ancillary departments & impact of changes in HC to these departments - Consults w/ departments on the impact of department workflow changes on KP HC & the impact of changes in KP HC on department workflows. - Facilitates workflow meetings in order to ensure workflows are in alignment w/ application functionality & promotes smooth transition to new processes - Develops & maintains positive working relationships w/ Department Managers, Chiefs of Service, physicians & staff - Identifies key issues related to KP HC & participates in the design of assessments & evaluations of identified key issues - Actively participates or may take the lead in analyzing data & developing recommendations & action plans which are reasonably complex & require an understanding of how the changes will affect multiple areas/departments - Works w/ Department Managers, ITFS & members of the SCAL KP HC application teams in planning for new or moving modules, departments or units - Provides system & process knowledge during scheduled & unscheduled KP HC downtimes to ensure downtime & recovery workflows are followed & the system is working as designed after the downtime - Assists in the development & implementation of optimization plans which identify key issues w/ system usage, approaches to improve user's effectiveness w/ the application, performance metrics & tools to continuously improve end-user ability - Should this position be determined to be union, it will be returned to the bargaining unit in accordance w/ the Collective Bargaining Agreement Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Prior experience in clinical operations, management, project management or systems implementation and/or support with progressively more complex responsibilities and accountabilities - Previous experience in meeting facilitation, making presentations and providing consultation - Project Management or management experience in health care preferred - Previous computer application support, analytical and/or consulting experience preferred - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Operations Research, Public Health Administration or other related field, or equivalent work experience - Understanding of health care business and care delivery processes preferred - Proficient with PC applications including spreadsheet, word processing, and PowerPoint/presentation software - Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills (e.g. partnering, conflict management, etc.) - Must demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal, customer service and presentation skills - Strong skills required in critical thinking and analysis - Ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans - Must be able to work successfully in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Notes: Schedule Varies: Implementation Schedule, Rotating Weekends, and May travel within SCAL Region.2012-04-18 20:28:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130567CAAnaheim, CA27983205http://kp.jobs/xml/27983205/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: SSD Staff Business Specialist - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Provides high quality and cost effective analytical and project support services and operational expertise for a broad array of SSD project initiatives. Works on projects of low to medium complexity where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within defined parameters to determine appropriate action. Works under general supervision. Essential Functions: - Provides consultative and business direction on SSD projects of low to medium complexity and/or provides analytical support to projects of high complexity. - Under supervision, develops project proposals, recommendations, implementation plans, communication packages, performance measurement tools, and/or training materials related to the assigned projects. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Motivates team members. - Identifies key healthcare redesign business issues. - Designs and recommends analytic approaches and design processes to address identified problems. - Develops and utilizes data gathering tools, such as surveys/questionnaires, work sampling, financial modeling, and/or interview questions, to ensure that appropriate quantitative and qualitative data is gathered for the analyses. - Actively participates in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Independently conducts quantitative and qualitative analyses on a broad array of issues across disciplines, projects and functional areas. - Prepares project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - May make formal presentations to various levels of management. - Under supervision, may establish team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3) years analytical, project management or consulting experience required in a specified technical area preferably in a healthcare environment or master's degree in computer science, health care operations or other related field with one (1) year experience. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in health care operations, clinical or other related field. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Vehicle and California driver's license required. - Able to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Able to conduct, apply and interpret quantitative and qualitative analysis. - Good project management, consulting, verbal and written communication skills. - Proficient with PC applications including spreadsheet, word processing, presentation and reporting software and graphics packages. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-18 20:28:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130645CAPasadena, CA27983208http://kp.jobs/xml/27983208/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: SSD Sr Health Care Systems Specialist - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Works independently with various levels of clients within the organization and with outside parties to identify operational business requirements with sufficient detail and clarity to allow IT solution proposal development. Integrates clinical systems into business operations. Proposes and identifies workflow/gap analysis solutions between business and systems functionality. Leads independent initiatives from information gathering and analysis, documentation, and the presentation of findings, into implementation and support. Essential Functions: - Assist with application technical and operational knowledge in the analysis of client requirements in project areas such as: IT testing and product acceptance, gap analysis, development of new business operating models with innovative approaches to IT solutions support and available product functionality, operational readiness assessment, and others. - Assesses training modality & content for upcoming new functionality releases. - Assist & facilitate in cross functional task forces to identify and document functional requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system specifications. - Conducts analysis of client business processes and functional requirements and prepares appropriate documentation to communicate and validate the information. - Analyzes and defines efficient, cost effective solutions which support client business processes and functional requirements. - Assist in the development of comprehensive business cases with cost, service, and benefit dimensions of proposed IT projects that are used at various levels for funding and scope decisions. - Supports the implementation of initiatives into deployment using project management methodologies. - Serve as a single point of contact for the resolution of client issues and acts as a liaison between business clients and IT technical staff. - Perform systems configuration work. - Perform predetermined work in system as defined by policy and procedure/protocol. - Formal presentation to audiences of various levels. - Evaluate existing application products which could address client requirements and develop recommendations where appropriate. - Develops test & activation support plans and works with client to perform risk assessment. - Leads the coordination of solution development and supports implementation of initiatives into deployment using project management methodologies. - Functions as a subject matter expert and can offer guidance and lend expertise to management and other team members. - Completes administrative requirements in an accurate and timely manner (e.g. time reporting, status reporting, etc.). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Four (4)plus years experience in information systems analysis or implementation or healthcare operations (master's degree in related field can be used in lieu of one (1) year of experience). - Bachelor's or master's degree in health care, information systems, computer science, engineering or related fields or experience required. - Certification of Epic Proficiency or Epic Certification within six (6) months of hire. - Vehicle and valid driver's license required. - Prior progressively more complex responsibilities and accountabilities in a large mainframe or client server environment preferred. - Knowledge in health care, clinical systems, information systems, or other related field preferred. - Strong skills in critical thinking and analysis, meeting facilitation, verbal and written communications, and interpersonal interactions (e.g., partnering, conflict management, consulting, etc.). - Proficient with PC applications including database, spreadsheet, word processing, presentation software and graphics packages. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Recruitment for Epic AC for Inpatient Clinical Charge Capture.2012-04-18 20:28:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130660CAPasadena, CA27983211http://kp.jobs/xml/27983211/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: SSD Sr Health Care Systems Specialist - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Works independently with various levels of clients within the organization and with outside parties to identify operational business requirements with sufficient detail and clarity to allow IT solution proposal development. Integrates clinical systems into business operations. Proposes and identifies workflow/gap analysis solutions between business and systems functionality. Leads independent initiatives from information gathering and analysis, documentation, and the presentation of findings, into implementation and support. Essential Functions: - Assist with application technical and operational knowledge in the analysis of client requirements in project areas such as: IT testing and product acceptance, gap analysis, development of new business operating models with innovative approaches to IT solutions support and available product functionality, operational readiness assessment, and others. - Assesses training modality & content for upcoming new functionality releases. - Assist & facilitate in cross functional task forces to identify and document functional requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system specifications. - Conducts analysis of client business processes and functional requirements and prepares appropriate documentation to communicate and validate the information. - Analyzes and defines efficient, cost effective solutions which support client business processes and functional requirements. - Assist in the development of comprehensive business cases with cost, service, and benefit dimensions of proposed IT projects that are used at various levels for funding and scope decisions. - Supports the implementation of initiatives into deployment using project management methodologies. - Serve as a single point of contact for the resolution of client issues and acts as a liaison between business clients and IT technical staff. - Perform systems configuration work. - Perform predetermined work in system as defined by policy and procedure/protocol. - Formal presentation to audiences of various levels. - Evaluate existing application products which could address client requirements and develop recommendations where appropriate. - Develops test & activation support plans and works with client to perform risk assessment. - Leads the coordination of solution development and supports implementation of initiatives into deployment using project management methodologies. - Functions as a subject matter expert and can offer guidance and lend expertise to management and other team members. - Completes administrative requirements in an accurate and timely manner (e.g. time reporting, status reporting, etc.). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Four (4)plus years experience in information systems analysis or implementation or healthcare operations (master's degree in related field can be used in lieu of one (1) year of experience). - Bachelor's or master's degree in health care, information systems, computer science, engineering or related fields or experience required. - Certification of Epic Proficiency or Epic Certification within six (6) months of hire. - Vehicle and valid driver's license required. - Prior progressively more complex responsibilities and accountabilities in a large mainframe or client server environment preferred. - Knowledge in health care, clinical systems, information systems, or other related field preferred. - Strong skills in critical thinking and analysis, meeting facilitation, verbal and written communications, and interpersonal interactions (e.g., partnering, conflict management, consulting, etc.). - Proficient with PC applications including database, spreadsheet, word processing, presentation software and graphics packages. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Recruitment for Epic AC for Hospital Billing Support.2012-04-18 20:28:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130662CAPasadena, CA27983212http://kp.jobs/xml/27983212/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Staff RN - Hospital - Couplet Care RN - FCC Location: Irvine, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in mother/baby care. - NRP completion required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 8:00 am - 8:30 pm, back up 8 hour shift will be 4:00 pm - 12:00 am.2012-04-18 20:28:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130686CAIrvine, CA27983214http://kp.jobs/xml/27983214/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Staff RN - Hospital - Couplet Care RN - FCC Location: Irvine, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in mother/baby care. - NRP completion required. - May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Perinatal area. Notes: - If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 8:00 pm - 8:30 am, back up 8 hour shift will be 4:00 pm - 12:00 am.2012-04-18 20:28:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130703CAIrvine, CA27983215http://kp.jobs/xml/27983215/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Sr. Systems Administrator - KPHC (Pasadena) Location: Pasadena, CA Develops reports and data bases of significant size and complexity. User requirements vary and generally lack clear definition. Reports may influence outcome of management decisions. Evaluates capabilities and limitations of new and existing technical tools and systems. Recommends improvements to processes and reporting capabilities. Performs system administration. Acts as liaison between systems users and information technology groups (internal and external). Serves as technical resource on data availability, structure, security, and system interfaces for multiple programs/systems. Essential Functions: - Consults with end users to determine report and database needs and limitations. - Extracts data from various complex databases for report generation. - Develops and generates highly complex ad hoc reports and databases to address specific business needs. - Recommends improvements to permanent reports. - Designs and develops complex reports and databases to manage business processes. - Develops new ad hoc reports to address specific business needs. - Serves as consultant to department staff in interpretation and creation of databases and data reports. - Analyzes the implication of changes in data needs on data structures. - Serves as technical consultant on new products and technology. - Acts as interface between systems group and end users. - Coordinates systems support. - Performs system administration, including system security, software update management, and data dictionary maintenance. - Performs master file maintenance. - Defines data purge and retention cycles. - Monitors data quality and integrity. - Participates in business improvement project teams. - Analyzes impact of process or technical tool changes on existing processes, tools, and interfaces based on knowledge of interdependencies of related functions and systems. - Delivers training for end users on system. - Ensures adequacy and quality of process and procedure documentation. - May lead cross-functional user groups in optimizing the use of existing tools and reports. - May perform user system training. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, typically five (5) or more years, in business systems analysis and administration OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in computer science or user-specific area. - Ability to use complex data resources and specialized and sophisticated PC and MIS programming languages. - In-depth knowledge of the business area(s) served. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Notes: May travel within the SCAL Region.2012-04-18 20:28:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129956CAPasadena, CA27983199http://kp.jobs/xml/27983199/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Sr. Systems Administrator - KPHC (Pasadena) Location: Pasadena, CA Develops reports and data bases of significant size and complexity. User requirements vary and generally lack clear definition. Reports may influence outcome of management decisions. Evaluates capabilities and limitations of new and existing technical tools and systems. Recommends improvements to processes and reporting capabilities. Performs system administration. Acts as liaison between systems users and information technology groups (internal and external). Serves as technical resource on data availability, structure, security, and system interfaces for multiple programs/systems. Essential Functions: - Consults with end users to determine report and database needs and limitations. - Extracts data from various complex databases for report generation. - Develops and generates highly complex ad hoc reports and databases to address specific business needs. - Recommends improvements to permanent reports. - Designs and develops complex reports and databases to manage business processes. - Develops new ad hoc reports to address specific business needs. - Serves as consultant to department staff in interpretation and creation of databases and data reports. - Analyzes the implication of changes in data needs on data structures. - Serves as technical consultant on new products and technology. - Acts as interface between systems group and end users. - Coordinates systems support. - Performs system administration, including system security, software update management, and data dictionary maintenance. - Performs master file maintenance. - Defines data purge and retention cycles. - Monitors data quality and integrity. - Participates in business improvement project teams. - Analyzes impact of process or technical tool changes on existing processes, tools, and interfaces based on knowledge of interdependencies of related functions and systems. - Delivers training for end users on system. - Ensures adequacy and quality of process and procedure documentation. - May lead cross-functional user groups in optimizing the use of existing tools and reports. - May perform user system training. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, typically five (5) or more years, in business systems analysis and administration OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in computer science or user-specific area. - Ability to use complex data resources and specialized and sophisticated PC and MIS programming languages. - In-depth knowledge of the business area(s) served. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Notes: May travel within the SCAL Region.2012-04-18 20:28:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129958CAPasadena, CA27983200http://kp.jobs/xml/27983200/jobUSAWoodland HillsTitle: Physician Comp Analyst Location: Woodland Hills, CA Conducts data collection & analysis involved in making recommendations regarding physician base salary program. Works w/ Asst. Dir., Permanente Compensation to ensure physicians are paid in a timely & accurate manner. Recommends program & system solutions to address changing needs of the department. Provides compensation support through survey participation & analysis, assembling compensation packages, conducting analyses requested by the Board of Directors (BOD) & Medical Directors. Essential Functions: - Administers & implements pay practices approved by the Medical Group BOD - Ensures appropriate interpretation of pay practices & BOD rules - Assists w/ the operation & enhancement of the physician personnel systems - Works w/ area payroll coordinator(s) to ensure personnel actions are documented & entered correctly - Maintains the physician HR/payroll database - Monitors integrity of data - Reviews audit/kick-out/exception reports for accuracy - Makes necessary corrections on system - May produce management reports - Researches issues, questions using historical files & makes recommendations based on analysis - Responds to physician inquiries regarding salaries, deductions, overtime pay, etc - Researches & reconciles discrepancies on physician paychecks & direct deposits - Participates in the development & implementation of new systems & databases relating to physician compensation - Resolves data processing problems; works w/ IT for programming support - Interprets, documents, & communicates physician payroll policies to physicians & management - Recommends clarification of policy problems - Performs compensation functions such as: implementing/administration of physician compensation programs, assembling of compensation packages, participating in salary surveys & analyzing survey data, providing analytic support on compensation projects - Applies knowledge of BOD rules in making recommendations on salary determination issues such as starting salaries, promotional increases, transfers, & other base pay-related issues - Acts as an expert resource to area payroll coordinators & compensation support staff regarding Board approved policies, pay practices, & system issues Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) - five (5) years of progressive experience in compensation/ personnel/ payroll areas - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in Business Administration or related field - Knowledge of compensation, payroll tax and related government regulations preferred - Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and internal control concepts preferred - Proficiency with in-house mainframe or PC payroll system and a variety of software applications - Effective communication skills2012-04-18 20:28:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129568CAWoodland Hills, CA27983196http://kp.jobs/xml/27983196/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Nurse Clinical Systems Project - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Provides project management analysis, recommendations, & decision support for a broad array of complex clinical nursing & patient care issues. Provides subject-matter expertise to teams chartered to address & develop recommendations for current/future operations & clinical processes/services. Promotes internal & external communications. Manages the project team, timelines, & budget. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership in redesign projects related to the coordination, design/redesign, delivery, & management of nursing & patient care services - Identifies methods & approaches to reduce cost structures & maintain high quality of patient care - Provides expertise on subject-matter addressed by project team - Works w/ leadership & staff to implement programs - Recommends project strategy, identifies best methods & processes, develops project planning, group process facilitation, training, & appropriate application of IT - Collaborates w/ stakeholders & sponsors to define project charter, framework, vision, & deliverables - Ensures quality & effectiveness of research - Monitors & maintains timelines & budget - Contracts w/ & manages work of internal/external consultants - Coordinates all internal & external communication, represents the project to internal & external group - Ensures the development of an effective implementation plan & facilitates the execution of this plan Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, usually three (3) - five (5) years in management and/or project management/operational planning - Previous experience with Kaiser Permanente preferred - BSN or BA/BS in related field such as management, organization development, health services administration required - Master's degree preferred - Graduate of accredited school of nursing - Current California nursing license required - Specific subject-matter expertise in health care operations, care delivery and clinical processes - Demonstrated ability to conceive, plan and manage team-based projects; knowledge of health care industry strategic business issues, with an understanding of KP, it's operations, social and legal environment; knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, and federal regulations - Health Connect: Broad understanding of ICD9 and CPT4 - Use of EPIC EMR, Certification in EPIC AMB or INPT.2012-04-18 20:28:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129613CAPasadena, CA27983197http://kp.jobs/xml/27983197/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: SSD Sr. Business Specialist - Pasadena Location: Pasadena, CA Provides high quality and cost effective project support services and operational expertise for a broad array of SSD project initiatives. Works on projects of medium to high complexity where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Provides expert technical leadership to clients and department staff in areas such as scheduling, work flow, data flow, KP organization and/or telephony. Works under limited supervision. Essential Functions: - Provides consultative and business direction on SSD projects of medium to high complexity - Develops project proposals, recommendations, implementation plans, communication packages, performance measurement tools and training materials related to the assigned projects - Plans and facilitates meetings - Motivates team members - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms and behaviors - Develops and recommends design processes to address identified problems - Initiates the design and development of research plans for data gathering and analysis - Develops project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices - Makes presentations to audiences at various levels - Tracks project status and follows up on outstanding items - Provides guidance and expert technical leadership to department staff and team members - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans - May provide guidance to team on performance and productivity issues - May develop training programs for different levels of audiences - May set strategic direction of projects - May prepare preliminary project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required - May establish team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation - Performs troubleshooting and issue resolution Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum five (5) years analytical, project management or consulting experience required in a specified technical area preferably in a healthcare environment or master's degree in computer science, health care operations or other related field with three (3) years experience - Project management experience in health care preferred - Clinical systems experience preferred - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in health care operations, clinical or other related field - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred - Vehicle and California driver's license required - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives - Demonstrated ability to conduct, apply and interpret quantitative and qualitative analysis - Good project management and consulting skills - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Proficient with PC applications including spreadsheet, word processing, presentation and reporting software and graphics packages - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment - Certification through American Health Information Management as Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administration (RHIA). - KPHC IP/AMB experience. - Medical Terminology.2012-04-18 20:28:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128897CAPasadena, CA27983186http://kp.jobs/xml/27983186/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Manager, Northern California Accounts Payable (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Senior Manager, Northern California Accounts Payable Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente is looking for a Senior Manager to oversee the Northern California Accounts Payable team. Essential Functions: - Establishes operational objectives and work plans, and delegates assignments to subordinate managers. - Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements. - Participates in the long-term strategic planning and direction setting of the function. - Develops and establishes operational policies within area managed. - Involved in developing, modifying and executing company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have KP-wide effect. - Participates in the development of overall functional objectives and KP goals. - Provides managerial responsibility for two or more departments or functions, through subordinates. - Accomplishes results through subordinates, who exercise significant latitude and independence in their assignments. - Develops performance requirements. - Determines and establishes organizational structures. - May have budget responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 8+ years of accounting experience to include extensive work in high volume Accounts Payable - 3+ years of management experience - Strong knowledge of : AP processing, P-Card processing, EDI, Electronic Commerce, Automated Workflow, Purchasing, and the matching process associated with Accounts Payable processing - Advanced knowledge of dues revenue, financial reporting, and business performance and working knowledge of other areas in Accounting function - Bachelor's degree in related field or 4 years of additional equivalent experience Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree, CPA, MBA or Management Accountant - Six Sigma experience - Previous direct supervisory experience in an organized labor environment - Involvement in system implementation and/or integration - Peoplesoft experience - 3+ years of experience in managing a large operations team2012-04-18 20:28:06United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132025CAOakland, CA27983160http://kp.jobs/xml/27983160/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Procurement Specialist II - Oakland, CA Location: Oakland, CA Coordinates the activities of less experienced staff in providing customer service to CA Service Area (CSA's) regional customers and suppliers to purchase and contract for products not covered by National Purchase Agreements.Identifies opportunities and supports compliance for regional and national standard products.Participates in determining department objectives and schedules work to accomplish objectives.Initiates regional contracting activities to support regional, national and SOX goals & objectives. Essential Functions: - Initiates Blanket Purchase Orders to support the ordering & payment processes of regional/national negotiated contracts - Negotiates and/or coordinates the negotiation of purchase contracts for all products and services not contracted by Broadlane and/or a Procurement & Supply Sourcing Manager/Director - Ensures optimization of supplier relationship supports business diversity and local business development; monitors compliance with product standards in the Region - Provides expertise in the interpretation and application of contracts and standards - Provides purchasing support and customer service to all medical centers, California Service Area regional customers and suppliers by managing timely interventions to assure contracts and pricing advantages are realized and customers receive products on time - Monitors external environment and internal trends, practices and utilization to identify sourcing opportunities.Identifies opportunities across product, equipment and service lines - Helps direct workload distribution and workflow analysis of the Procurement Specialist I - Responsibilities impact the Approved Purchase Channel SOX project goals to move non-compliant spend through designated/approved purchasing methods (e.g. Purchase Orders, pcard, etc.) - Contributes to the organizational savings goals through individual contract negotiations of regional contracts. - Enforces contract compliance with national standards by directing requestors to appropriate products provided by nationally contracted suppliers. - Coordinates system cross referencing (Corporate Item Master-CIM & BPO's) to national standards which enhance the product sourcing process for Materials Management. - Requires extensive knowledge of contracting terms & conditions to ensure proper organizational protection under contractual agreements with suppliers of products/services. - Negotiates Regional contracts (as needed) to support organizational policies & procedures and regulatory requirements (e.g. SOX, etc.).Supports Contract Managers with RFP/RFQ information and provides functional expertise to support BPO set up process. - Coordinates contract approvals with CA Contracting Manager and Sourcing Directors.Ensures required documentation is completed and included in finalized agreements. - Analyzes regional spend and determines viability of contracting efforts.Coordinates with appropriate requestors, P&S staff and Material Directors/Managers. - Responsible for the routing of all regional contracts assigned under category to obtain proper approvals from Finance, Legal, NPC, NMLT, and P&S approving parties. Ensures approved documents are available in contract database. - Determines best practice payment method(s) for negotiated contracts and implements BPO's meeting defined business requirements. - Resolves ordering/payment issues associated with BPO's assigned to suppliers.Requests appropriate documentation authorizing Contract extensions and associated payments. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 5 years of experience in combination of purchasing, contracting, material management, finance or other related area, with a significant portion in the health care industry. - Extensive knowledge of contracts and contracting methods including RFP development, proposal evaluation, bidding practices, and negotiating Terms & Conditions. - Proficient in a variety of word-processing and spreadsheet applications.Material management software experience preferred. - Ability to effectively communicate with customers and build alliances with suppliers. - Materials Management System-MMS and/or Total Inventory Management System-TIMS knowledge preferred. - Analytical skills required.Knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and experience with macros to complete data analysis.Microsoft Access is an acceptable alternative. - Knowledge or products/services and their market environment within the scope of the Region's procurement and logistics program. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, material management, economics or related field, or equivalent experience. - Excellent communication and leadership skills. - Ability to work within a complex organization and act as a dynamic change agent. - Ability to act as a horizontal integrator across bureaucratic organizations. - Work effectively with all levels of management. - Strong business knowledge of warehousing, distribution and logistics analysis. - Able to effectively use project management and change management leadership skills to direct teams and individuals toward common goals. - Ability to influence peers and others where position has no direct authority. - Strong communications, presentation, project management, analytical, negotiation and sales skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment to develop alliances - Good understanding of contract Terms & Conditions with the ability to independently Negotiate acceptable Terms & Conditions for both parties. Preferred Qualifications: - Professional certification such as a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) preferred or education to achieve certification in-process.2012-04-18 20:28:06United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia132070CAOakland, CA27983162http://kp.jobs/xml/27983162/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Legal - Administrative Assistant III Location: Oakland, CA Legal Administrative Assistant III Kaiser Permanente, Oakland, CA Summary: This position exists to provide administrative support for the Legal Department in its relations with internal and external customers. This includes dealing with sensitive, confidential information, drafting routine correspondence and complex editing of documents, creating an efficient automated and manual information system (i.e. filing system), scheduling appointments, heavy calendaring of meetings, vendor invoice management and processing, and making travel arrangements to ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly and effectively. This position will initially support the Deputy General Counsel and Assistant General Counsel and Practice Group Manager. Essential Functions: - Process sensitive and confidential information with the utmost judgment and tact, recognizing any time constraints and political implications and asking clarifying questions as appropriate. - Type documents quickly and accurately from attorney notes and other forms of communication, applying proofreading and grammar skills. - Check documents for ease of understanding. - Prepare materials for presentations using current standard software programs. - Prepare and edit complex Word, PowerPoint, and Excel documents. - Proficient in Microsoft Office 2007. - Draft routine correspondence from brief notes or verbal requests. - Process the paper flow, including copying and distributing memos and reports. - Organize and assemble complex legal and other documents. - Check mailings to ensure that all relevant parties are included. - Coordinate supervisor(s)' calendars by scheduling/confirming hearings, meetings and appointments; schedule meetings with numerous individuals; make travel arrangements and process all necessary paperwork, including expense reports. - Stay well organized, establishing files (both manually and electronic). - Create and maintain computer indices of relevant information. - Maintain distribution lists. - Retrieve information in a timely manner. - Process invoices from external vendors who provide legal services and track/monitor work performed. - Answers telephones pursuant to department policy. - Use excellent telephone etiquette, representing the Legal Department and Kaiser Permanente in general to clients at all levels of the Program and to the public. - Demonstrate effectiveness and commitment to work product of each team (i.e., attorneys, other secretaries), and function as an integral part of that team. - Participates in department cross-training efforts with other members of the support staff. - Assists co-workers as needed to accomplish projects. - Perform tasks as required to ensure coverage for absent staff members. - Ability to assist other staff members during peak work demand periods. - Participates, provides input, and contributes to department projects and to the continuous improvement of the department as a whole. - Ability to interact with senior Executives, Board Members and staff or officials at Regulatory agencies, as necessary. - Able to prepare sensitive documents for presentation to such individuals or bodies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 5 + years of administrative assistant experience supporting at the manager/director level, or related experience, in a fast paced, complex organization, executive level preferred. Customer & Industry Knowledge - Inputs and edits complex or lengthy legal documents. Functional/Technical Knowledge & Skills Word Processing: - Inputs and edits standard text for routine correspondence and reports. - Performs sorts and merges, prints mass mailings, selects font attributes and changes. - Inputs scientific, legal, or bilingual text or develops routine macros; multiple columns; routine tables; automatic footnotes, endnotes, or tables of contents. - Develops complex tables and charts (e.g. mathematical formulas, headers, font changes, highlighting, split cells). Imports and exports data and graphics files. - Develops complex macros. - Typing speed: 60 -70 wpm with a high level of accuracy. - High School Diploma, GED or related experience. - Substantial understanding of the job, and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks. - Ability to learn and apply a thorough understanding of the organization and its functional policies and processes. - Strong writing skills to create difficult and more detailed correspondence. - Basic to intermediate knowledge of two (2) or more of Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Access, depending upon department or business needs. - Spreadsheets: - Inputs and updates data to established spreadsheets. - Designs routine spreadsheets, sets up routine formulas, prints desired selections. - Creates graphs and charts. - Designs complex spreadsheets, with multiple-functions formulas, and prints desired sections. - Links spreadsheets. Imports or exports spreadsheets to data or word processing files. - Creates graphics files and exports to word processing. - Develops complex spreadsheets involving statistical formulas or construction of look-up tables. Develops complex macros. - Proficiency in E Mail - Database: - Enters or edits data to existing database files. - Sets up new database files. - Runs pre-established reports and develops routine data lists through the report writer. - Designs and implements program modifications and improvements. Imports and exports data. - Develops complex management or scientific reports, using multiple databases. - Working knowledge of email and office equipment (fax, phone, copier, etc.). - Ability to coordinate multiple and difficult calendars and arrange meetings. - Requires ability to learn and apply thorough understanding of a large, complex organization and its customers. Preferred Qualifications: - 3+ years legal experience - BA/BS - Paralegal Certificate desirable - Microsoft Excel 2007. - Lotus Notes. - Experience in preparing presentation materials with PowerPoint 2007. - Microsoft Word for Windows 2007. - Use of Legal Matter Management and Document Management applications a plus. - Familiarity with Access, Filemaker Pro and Docs Open/Hummingbird.2012-04-18 20:27:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131578CAOakland, CA27983154http://kp.jobs/xml/27983154/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Business Consulting Spec (Quality/Six Sigma) Location: Oakland, CA Business Cons/Analyst Spec Oakland, CA Reporting to the Site Quality Leader, this position gives direction and provides leadership, mentoring, evaluation and development of the Quality Analysts and Quality Auditors. Essential Functions: - Develop, implement and monitor performance against short and long-range plans to achieve a total quality control. - Implement short and long-range plans relative to quality assurance. - Identify needs, and develop the quality inspection and supplier quality function. - Develop or modify quality procedures, metrics and processes to achieve quality and on time delivery goals. - Provide direction to ensure compliance with all applicable operational requirements, SOX and government regulations involving quality. - Select and develop competent supplier quality consultants, analysts and auditors to ensure quality goals are achieved. - Provide reports as required and drive corrective action and preventive action for timely and effective completion. - Assist as required in all qualify assurance functions as necessary. - Assure effective communication and reporting to Leadership. - Assure compliance with quality systems and initiatives such as internal auditing, statistical process control and testing. - Support the development and utilization of quality feedback tools to maintain and implement 'lessons learned'. - Support the achievement of Business Operating System Quality Goals and Objectives, as identified by the Leadership. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Total of ten (10) years, to include three (3) or more years in a consulting role. - Five (5) years experience in healthcare environment or five (5) plus years of experience working in a department relevant to the current posting. - Bachelor's degree in health care administration or related discipline. - Preferred certification or advanced qualification by third party association that matches the function or field applicable to the business discipline (such as AHIP or HIAA). - Preference for certification by professional society or industry group such as AHIP or HIAA. - Influences multiple cross-functional and/or multiple cross divisional task forces to identify and document functional requirements, workflow, information sources and system/process specifications. - May establish cross-functional task forces. - Thorough knowledge of platforms of the assigned functional areas and multiple cross functionally based on assignment. - Promulgates test plans. - Provides subject mater expertise to cross-divisional, common business areas. - Make recommendations regarding business strategy and policy development. - Sets and works to meet challenging goals that will improve performance of project team or organization unit. - Assesses the needs of a job and objectively matches the strengths of a person to that job to ensure maximum performance and results. - Makes fact-based decisions, sets priorities or chooses goals on the basis of calculated inputs and outputs (i.e., potential profit, return-on investment, EVA, or cost-benefit analysis). - Measures and tracks key business results and processes against external best practices and assess improvement in these terms. - Stands by decisions that benefit members/customers even if they are unpopular or impact short term performance. - Defines and articulates strategies and changes based on their impact on customer/member satisfaction. - Demonstrates primary commitment to member/customer needs (before other requirements), intervening and taking dramatic action as needed. - Eliminates duplication and aligns systems across a market or service area to balance resources and ensure the delivery of quality member/customer service and care. - Maintains a view of multiple complex internal and external variables and interrelationships that impact Kaiser Permanente. - Uses organizational strategy as a framework for developing strategy for a particular market, service area or function. - Consistently makes decisions recommendations and takes actions which fully support targeted strategic changes, thinking three (3) or more years out. - Comment: Consultants make recommendations, operational managers make decisions. Preferred Qulifications: - Experience in the Healthcare industry - Experience in a quality function related to Factory Inspection and/or Calibration or closely related - Experience with Supplier Quality, Process Controls, Receiving inspection, In-process inspection, and Final inspection - Experience working with continuous improvement and problem solving tools including root cause corrective action, failure analysis, 8D charts and process flow diagrams. - Experience with Total Quality Management (TQM), CQI, or similar quality improvement systems - Minimum of 2 years managing people - 3 years minimum in a Total Quality Management function - Bachelor's degree in Engineering: Technical field. - Solid understanding of quality assurance testing tools and methodologies2012-04-18 20:27:49United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131026CAOakland, CA27983153http://kp.jobs/xml/27983153/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Senior Physical Therapist Location: Antioch, CA Provides independent physical therapy management of patients under the direction of the Rehabilitation Services Director or designee. Provides physical therapy services in specialized patient care clinics, and assists in the development, implementation and review of departmental patient care programs. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. Initiates discharge planning for physical therapy. - Implements the treatment plan through direct treatment of the patient, delegates a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly reassesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patients towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Participates in appropriate and approved educational and clinical research activities in physical therapy. - Participates in specialized patient care clinics outside the department. - Assists in the development, implementation, and review of departmental patient care programs. - Performs other duties as needed in the areas of staff education, departmental operations, and departmental projects. Demonstrates on-going progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Secondary Functions: - The therapist in this position will see individuals with varied neurologic diagnosis, including; CVA, TBI, MS, Parkinson's, Balance, and Vestibular disorders. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must have at least two years experience in physical therapy. - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in Physical Therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensed to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge and skills in the examination, evaluation and treatment of individuals with neurological dysfunction. Schedule: Tues & Thurs 8:30am - 5:00pm, Fri 8:30am - 12:30pm2012-04-18 20:27:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131623CAAntioch, CA27983127http://kp.jobs/xml/27983127/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Project Analyst ***Temporary*** Location: Redwood City, CA This position provides analytical support to a project or department. Under the guidance of a Project Manager/ Director, responsible for collecting and researching data, performing analysis, providing recommendations and presenting results. Essential Functions: - Responsible for providing analytical support to a project or department. - This position handles a full range of project components in an independent and autonomous manner. - Organizes project tasks, structures information collection activities, and sets time lines for completion of required tasks. - Develops reports on analysis conducted, provides recommendations and makes formal presentations to communicate results to various management levels. - Develops new approaches for finding additional needed information. - Demonstrates initiative in identifying alternative solutions to issues in the project or department which are reasonably complex and require an understanding of how the outcome will affect multiple areas/ departments. - Helps develop project plans to ensure timely deliverables and successful completion of project. - Assists in assessing workforce needs resulting from project implementation. - Assists in identifying and developing performance management and training tools. - Develops mechanism by which to track project best practices in order to ensure these are leveraged into comparable future projects. Secondary Functions: - At the direction of the department directors and Chiefs, analyze patient access strategies, design new workflow's, and evaluate changes. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) to three (3) years of related experience. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in area specific to the position or project. - Solid analytical skills, problem solving, and critical thinking. - Strong project organizational skills - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Temporary: Expected Length of Employment: Up to 9 weeks.2012-04-18 20:27:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131640CARedwood City, CA27983126http://kp.jobs/xml/27983126/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Health Education Manager Nutrition Services Location: Santa Rosa, CA This position is responsible for management of HED clinical nutrition care services & programs. Essential Functions: - Ensures compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulations & The Joint Commission requirements - Supervises staff engaged in clinical nutrition services to include HED Registered Dietitians & HED Staff, Health Educators, HED Assistants, & Cashier/Receptionist - Assists in developing, implementing, & maintaining Clinical Nutrition Care Standards - Provides input into budget process - Implements & monitors budget plans for areas of responsibility - Directs & conducts quality assurance audits Secondary Functions: - Hire, train and supervise outpatient dietitians in Health Education and other outpatient clinical departments. - Clinical nutrition patient care. - Plan, develop, oversee and teach nutrition, diabetes, heart health and other chronic conditions patient education programs. - Participate as active member of Health Education leadership team and actively partner with regional or community workgroups to promote healthy nutrition and nutrition education. - Interact and collaborate with physicians and other managers in the development and implementation of high quality nutrition and chronic conditions programs and services. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 2 years of recent food service or clinical experience in healthcare setting - Supervisory/management experience preferred - Bachelor's degree in Food and/or Nutrition Science - Registered Dietitian required - Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date - Knowledge of the American Dietetic Association and American Society for Parental and Enteral Nutrition standards - Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills required - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - 2-3 years of supervisory/ management experience in clinical nutrition services preferred. - Masters Degree in Nutrition or related field. - Certified Diabetes Educator. Schedule: Part time position willwork 4-5 days per week.2012-04-18 20:27:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131650CASanta Rosa, CA27983128http://kp.jobs/xml/27983128/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Manger Team [Evening TSR Team Manager] Location: Vallejo, CA Supervises the a single shift of telephone representatives. Ensures high productivity. Essential Functions: - Hires, trains, & supervises competent, productive, motivated staff to provide high quality telephone service to Kaiser members. - Coordinates & directs daily shift operations in collaboration w/ other supervisors. - Ensures cost effective operations while remaining within budgetary guidelines on daily basis. - Participates in establishment of group budget. - Collaborates w/ management team to plan & achieve center goals & objectives. - Ensures all are answered on a timely basis. - Assists staff w/ resolving the more complex questions &/or calls. - Troubleshoots minor problems w/ computers & phones. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience (usually 1-2 years) in a supervisory or operations role required, preferably in a healthcare setting. - Experience in medical office/ambulatory care preferred. - Experience in staffing/scheduling preferred. - Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred. - Equipment knowledge (i.e., ACD, VRU, LAN) about basis operation & purpose required. - Basic knowledge of PCs & related software required. - Must have ability to perform multiple tasks in a heavy workload environment. - Bilingual skills in Spanish or Cantonese preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-18 20:27:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131829CAVallejo, CA27983132http://kp.jobs/xml/27983132/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Certified Occupational Health Technician - Grade 215 Location: Redwood City, CA Essential Functions: - Answers patient calls and obtains intake information. - May schedule appointments based on clinic protocol. - Responds to employer inquires regarding Occupational Health and Safety Services. - Coordinates the provision of OH&S services and maintains appropriate records. - May administer intramuscular, subcutaneous and intradermal injections, and medication by inhalation under authorization and supervision of a physician. - Expected to perform audiometry, spirometry, urine drug collection and breath alcohol testing. - May perform other duties as required, including wound dressing changes, faxing reports, scanning and filing documents, pulling patient records and computer data entry. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School diploma - Two years of clinical experience within the last five years. MA certificate; plus evidence of certification in spirometry screening, audiometry screening (CAOHC Certified), Breath Alcohol Testing (DOT Approved), and urine drug collection (DOT Approved). Candidate will be considered with minimum of two certifications but must have all four certifications completed within 180 days of hire. - One year of recent occupational health clinical experience. - Experience in the use of Microsoft Office including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel preferred. - Must be willing to work in a Labor/Management partnership environment.2012-04-18 20:27:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130556CARedwood City, CA27983121http://kp.jobs/xml/27983121/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Registered Dietitian I - Grade 30 Location: San Rafael, CA Responsible for providing clinical nutrition care & services to patients/clients in response to protocol & physician's orders to include the following: assessment of Patient's nutritional risks/status, development of care plans to meet nutritional needs of patients, counseling of patients & family members, and education of patients, family members & caregivers. In addition, hospital Based RD work w/ the Food Service staff to coordinate the food w/ the diet orders, & work to establish quality standard w/ staff and services provided may be on medical center wide basis, in specialty area (e.g. ambulatory, maternal/child health, home health, hospice, etc.) &/or across the continuum. Essential Functions: - Provides comprehensive nutritional care, which is customer focused & cost effective, while maintaining high quality service standards, to our members. - Provides nutritional screening & assessment of patients for appropriate nutrition intervention. - In accordance with physician orders, develop individualized nutrition care plans based on patient's age, sex, diagnosis, cultural background, pain level, preferences, & religious practices. - Conducts audits &/or menu reviews, & ensures patient menus or supplemental feedings meet nutritional requirements & physician's orders for individual patients to include size, age, gender, cultural backgrounds, preferences, diagnosis, pain level, & religious practices. - Develops meal plans to meet the member's lifestyle. - Documents in the medical records as appropriate. - Coordinates activities w/ the food service department to insure quality & accuracy of the food served to the patients. - Monitors the accuracy of the tray related to the MNT or diet order according to diet manual. - Checks for quality of product & is responsible for corrections & quality follow-up w/ manager/supervisor, staff, or vendor. - Writes assessments, implements nutritional care plans, & follows the care & progress of the patients per protocol. - Participate in the design, development & implementation of high quality, cost effective food & clinical nutrition programs, policies & practices in the medical center, & ensure compliance w/ administrative, legal & regulatory requirements. - Assists in the development, implementation & maintenance of nutrition care, & service standards. - Participates in the development & implementation of quality, service & performance improvement processes related to the delivery of clinical nutrition services. - Contributes to the overall cost structure & service improvement goals of the Service Area. - Conducts quality assurance audits & participates in committees & meetings to receive & report information. - Assists in compiling audit information & standard setting. - Provide feedback to Division Food & Clinical Nutrition Services staff or menu modifications & revision. - Provides input to the budget process. - May provide in-service training to staff. - Participates in the organizations quality program. - Helps identify risk factors and establish performance targets & goals. - Performs quality audits, reviews work, & assists others to improve performance. - Performs other related duties as necessary - May mentor, assist, review, assign, correct, organize and/or coordinate the work of new employees, students, Nutrition Aides, Nutrition Clerks, Nutrition Assistants and Diet Technician Registered but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience in clinical nutrition as a registered dietitian. If working in End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), must have at least one (1) year of experience in clinical nutrition as a registered dietitian. - Bachelor's degree in Food &/or Nutritional Science. - Current registration w/ the Commission on Dietetic Registry (CDR) in good standing. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date. - Knowledge of clinical competencies based on Nutrition Care Standards of the American Dietetic Association, California Dietetic Association (CDA), & American Society for Partenteral & Enteral Nutrition. - Knowledge of applicable federal, state, & local regulations, & The Joint Commission requirements. - Strong communication, interpersonal, & customer service skills required. - Collaboration & problem solving skills required. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also, refer to position specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: On-Call, 0hrs. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends; will follow the contract for notification of schedule change.2012-04-18 20:27:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130676CASan Rafael, CA27983124http://kp.jobs/xml/27983124/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Senior Licensed Vocational Nurse - Outpatient Nursing (W12-28) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Provides nursing care, under the direct supervision of a RN or physician, in accordance w/ the legal scope of practice & w/in established standards of care, policies, & procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent w/ the Medical Center Vision, Mission, & Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality & effectiveness in work habits & clinical practice; & treats co-workers, patients, families, & all members of the health care team w/ dignity & respect. The classification shall only apply to: 1. LVN's working in an outpatient area who are specifically & regularly assigned by the Employer to direct the work of other employees in a work area for the major portion of a shift; or 2. LVN's working in an outpatient clinical area who are specifically & regularly assigned by the Employer to be in charge of a unit/dept. Essential Functions: The Licensed Vocational Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, & behaviors: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibility, & applicable state, federal & local laws. - Utilizes effective communication strategies, including chain of command & issue escalation, which result in intended outcomes. - Mentors & orients others in skill & behavioral learning. - Demonstrates ability to problem solve w/ other departments in order to assist member problem resolution. - Prioritizes & delegates work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities. - Complies w/ regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, & standards of practice. - Performs patient care activities, w/in the scope of competency, considering age-related needs of the patient as assigned. - Reports unusual findings to the physician &/or RN & contributes recommendations for revision to the plan of care. - Adheres to medical center standards, which customize care for age-related needs of the population served. - Keeps health care team members informed regarding patients' responses to interventions. - Collaborates w/ physician &/or RN to develop individualized plan of care that reflects clinical findings, planning, implementing, & evaluating the outcomes of that plan. - Monitors patients' progress based on the plan. - Collaborates w/ physician &/or RN to assure patient/family education. - Charting is legible, dated, & timed. - Documentation reflects thorough data collection & care provided. - Complies w/ Patient Safety Standards. - Discusses patient findings & progress toward outcomes w/ physicians, RN, & other members of the health care team. - Demonstrates competencies during the probationary period & ongoing by completion of departmental competency validation. - Participates in departmental performance improvement activities, i.e., planning, & measuring/monitoring, assessing & improving. - Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center & specified dept. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening & taking responsibility w/in scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms & patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively & seeks appropriate assistance. - Perform other duties as specified in full job description. - This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 1 year acute care experience (within past four years). - One year acute care experience (within past four years) if working in a Home Health/Hospice Department. - Experience requirements may be waived or modified when an appropriate program or course is available and successfully completed for New Graduate LVNs or for area of specialization. - UROLOGY - 1-year full or part-time (within the last 3 years) equivalent experience in acute adult care on a Med/Surg Unit. Current ACLS card may be required. - High School Diploma/GED. - Current California Vocational Nurse License. - BLS certification. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. - Ability to write simple correspondence. - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-04-18 20:27:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129438CAWalnut Creek, CA27983117http://kp.jobs/xml/27983117/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Chronic Conditions Management Program Assistant - Grade 400 (1401) Location: Redwood City, CA The Program Assistant works under the direction of the CCM Manager &/or care/case managers to support the delivery & daily operations of CCM Population & care/case management programs. Support includes, but is not limited to, clerical duties, managing office logistics; facilitating communication w/ members, primary care team staff, & other departments & services, processing & maintaining databases, & maintaining program resources. Essential Functions: - Provides logistical support for classes, group visits, & clinics - Confirms schedule w/ providers & presenters & provides reminder calls/letters to patients - Assists in preparing charts & supplies & assists patients in completing program questionnaire or log as needed - Checks blood pressure, pulse, respiration's, height, weight, peak flows, & spirometry or downloads glucose meters as needed - Conducts visit registration & scheduling of telephone & clinic visits - Coordinates or provides resources for patient-specific prevention activities - Registers members for visits & generates OSCR forms per medical facility policy - Processes referrals, schedule classes, & follow-up appointments as directed by care/case managers - Contacts overdue patients by phone or letter at direction of care/case managers - Maintains computer databases, adds, & deletes patients into the Patient Alert System using program guidelines - Manipulates & utilizes data in current patient population, management report system. - Enters patients in care/case management software programs & maintains data as appropriate, e.g., AmCare, Lotus Notes Case Management System, Cholesterol Management Program, MULTIFIT Program, etc. - Maintains Access or Excel patient logs if used in conjunction w/ care/case management software applications - Manipulates & utilizes data to generate reports & queries as needed. - Maintains daily program operations & prepares, maintains, & provides member packets for enrollment, group visits, classes, &/or clinics - Sends letters to patients and patients' providers & makes copies of program materials, send faxes as needed - Establishes & maintains a department filing system - Answers phone & voice mail, routes messages to appropriate person, & provides call backs to patients relaying responses from care/case manager - Sorts & routes department mail & orders & transfers charts at the direction of care/case managers - Sends memos & progress notes to patient's MD/NPs - Contacts patients by phone or by letter at direction of care/case managers for follow-up - Upon program completion, places patients on booking list for routine follow-up appointment w/ their primary care MD/NP per medical center policy - Orders office & program supplies & works w/ care/case managers & other staff to maintain patient education resources, including inventory, ordering, & distribution - Communicates w/ Schedule Maintenance Department regarding care/case manager schedules Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one-year secretarial and/or medical setting/front office experience required. - High School Diploma/GED . - MA certificate preferred and may be required in certain circumstances. - BLS may be required per medical center policy - Skills and knowledge of Medical Assistant preferred and may be required for a specific program per medical center policy. - Proficient and legible advanced writing, reading, and arithmetic skills required. - A minimum of intermediate tested proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, and ability to learn complex software programs, including databases, required. - Keyboarding at least 40 wpm required. - A service orientation and openness to creative and innovative approaches to providing service characterized by cultural sensitivity, respect, and polite communication with patients, staff members, and visitors required. - Strong organization and task management skills required, multi-tasking skills in a busy environment required. - Ability to be self-motivated, to work independently, and to work as a team member required. - The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to be self motivated, to work independently, and to work in a busy environment. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - AA in Business or Health related field strongly preferred. - Knowledge of medical terminology strongly preferred. - Knowledge of KP systems (e.g., PARRS, RegPlus, CIPS) strongly preferred. - Knowledge of ordering materials and monitoring inventory strongly preferred. - Good attendance strongly preferred. Skills testing: Typing (40 WPM), Intermeditate testing in Microsoft Word and Excel2012-04-18 20:27:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128887CARedwood City, CA27983108http://kp.jobs/xml/27983108/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Medical Records Clerk - Grade 4 Location: Walnut Creek, CA Essential Functions: - Analysis/reading of medical record for release of information to non Kaiser Health Care provider - Provide assistance and support to coworkers, physicians, facility manager - Photocopying, open mail, clerical support, responsible for incoming and outgoing faxing - Processing AB610's and insurance requests for copy services - Maintenance of completed and pending requests - Orders charts, answers phones and assist with walk in requests - Assist medical secretaries as required - Additional duties as assigned by manager or Senior medical secretary - Requires answering of telephones and use of CRT and MRMS for processing of medical records. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School degree or equivalent, College Degree preferred - Demonstrated 25 WPM typing speed - Competent in medical terminology, medical abbreviations and chart abstraction - Ability to function independently with little or no supervision and part of a team in a high need, high volume, production oriented department. - Compliance to the confidentiality of patient and employee policy - One or more years experience (within the past 5 years) in a medical correspondence, medical secretary or medical records departments, emphasis on typing, filing, forms processing, data entry and automated systems - Demonstrated ability to serve as a liaison between customers and clients (patients, Physicians, coworkers, facility departments, organizational department, etc.) to understand, research, analyze, and make decisions within the parameters of the job with minimal supervision - Knowledge of state law and AB610's - Knowledge of mainframe applications including MRMS,CIPS, MED CORR2 and Health Connect. - Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to understand and carry out verbal/written directions - Demonstrated ability to consistently exhibit a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise when interacting with customers and clients - Must be customer service oriented and exhibit a professional manner - Must be able to sit for long periods of time - Must be able to meet and adhere to the facility/department service standards and expectations. Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated ability to consistently exhibit a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise when interacting with customers, patients, coworkers, physicians and staff. Skills testing: Typing (25WPM) and Medical Terminology. This position will be moving to the Park Shadelands Facility. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-04-18 20:27:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129001CAWalnut Creek, CA27983109http://kp.jobs/xml/27983109/jobUSARiversideTitle: Dietn I/II Location: Riverside, CA Provides nutrition education & clinical services within established guidelines. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Participates in establishing department strategic goals & priorities - Assesses member needs, establishes priorities, designs, develops, recommends, updates, implements & evaluates programs, curriculum, materials (written & audiovisual), protocols, procedures & standards for health/nutrition education - Plans, participates & evaluates community events & coordinates use of community resources as appropriate - Implements nutrition care plans to include follow-up & referrals to government, community and/or other KP facilities for continuity of nutrition care - Educates/counsels members, family & caregivers regarding health & nutrition on an individual or group setting (classes) - Develops meal plans as appropriate to meet member's lifestyle, socio-economic background, age, culture, diagnosis & religious affiliation - Consults & educates physicians & other health care providers regarding member & population specific nutrition/health related issues - Participates in multidisciplinary care teams & committees - Collects data, plans, prepares & implements reports for performance improvement and/or quality assurance audits - Develops grants & proposals for health/nutrition programs - Plans, conducts & evaluates in-service education programs for department staff, the multidisciplinary care team & physicians - Individual Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) - Provides high quality, evidence-based, efficient, customer-focused MNT, including nutrition screening, assessment, care planning & education for appropriate nutrition intervention - Develops, implements & monitors ongoing plan of care based on the screening & assessment of the patient specific nutrition care plans/education & based on the patient's age, nutrition & psychosocial status, diagnosis, cultural background & religious affiliation - Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience in providing and coordinating health education services (usually 1 year) and/or hospital experience. - Bachelor's degree in Food/Nutrition or related field. - Must be a current Registered Dietitian (RD), as confirmed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. - Pre-RDs may be considered if candidate has completed the Supervised Practice Program (SPP) for RDs, AND not more than six (6)months have passed since completing the SPP, AND candidate has not previously failed the RD registration exam, AND candidate must become a RD within six (6) months of completing the SPP to comply with California Law. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. - Demonstrates working knowledge of mainframe and personal computing systems. - Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications. - Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership Environment Notes: - Collaborates with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social medicine practitioners, and other care team members in the provision of Medical Nutritional Therapy (MNT) across the continuum of inpatient to outpatient care & Home Health. - Conducts clinical assessment of patient's nutritional status, including age, ethnic, cultural, and psychosocial parameters as pertinent to the patient's condition. - Plans and manages the patient's nutritional therapeutic regimen. - Plans and provides nutritional education for the individual patient and/or patient's family or caregiver, and in the classroom setting. - Develops / implements nutrition care standards, protocols, practice guidelines and quality improvement programs with the health care team and divisional staff. - Documents clinical care provided in the Medical Record in compliance with TJC, Federal, State and Local regulations. - Hours of work vary according to need. - Works rotating weekends.2012-04-17 18:24:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130764CARiverside, CA27947905http://kp.jobs/xml/27947905/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Outpatient Pharmacy Manager - Hourly Location: Anaheim, CA Under the direction of the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Manager or Outpatient Pharmacy Director, is responsible for the management of all aspects of Pharmacy services at identified Outpatient Pharmacy location(s). Ensures compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations, Statewide Pharmacy Operations objectives, policies, and procedures. Responsible for day-to-day operations of assigned work area(s)/ functions(s)/services(s). Provides supervision and direction to subordinate Outpatient Pharmacy Supervisor - Hourly, Pharmacist and non-pharmacist employees. Manages a pharmacy location(s). Performs the duties of all subordinate employees and other duties as required. Essential Functions: - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr or Outpatient Pharmacy Director w/ the development & implementation of pharmacy strategic initiatives. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr or Outpatient Pharmacy Director by providing supervision & direction of the pharmacy services/activities/functions, including drug distribution, drug education, pharmacist clinical activities, retail business expansion, performance measurements, regulatory compliance, employee development & multi-disciplinary team development. - Manages departmental personnel & operational practices to ensure compliance w/ Federal & State laws & regulations, T.J.C., O.S.H.A., SBOP, Statewide & Departmental policies & procedures. - Collaborates w/ the Inpatient Pharmacy Mgmt & Medical Group departments to provide continuity of care & compliance w/ applicable Federal & State laws & regulations governing hospitals. - Sphere of influence includes Pharmacy Staff, Other Members of the Pharmacy Mgmt Team, Providers, Department Administrators, Physician-In-Charge. - Provides personnel mgmt activities (e.g. recruits, hires, trains & evaluates, &/or terminates subordinate hourly personnel). - Completes/administers performance evaluations & ensures adherence to departmental plan for completion of performance evaluations. - Develops/oversees processes to ensure the department meets HR compliance expectations for evaluations. - Works w/ HR in handling employee grievances. - Responsible for the preparation & assignment of department staff's work schedules & assignments. - Prepares &/or approves the biweekly payroll. - Provides regular communication & feedback to the staff. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr or Outpatient Pharmacy Director to monitor personnel utilization in accordance w/ operating budget & adheres to the personnel justification process for the department. - Develops departmental budget in conjunction w/ Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr &/or Outpatient Pharmacy Director. - May work w/ local BS&F on departmental budget. - Responsible for all financial performance targets in pharmacy. - Participates in designing, implementing & evaluating systems, processes & methods designed to enhance quality, improve service, & enhance cost effectiveness. - Responsible for all service measures in department. - Assists the Outpatient Pharmacy Operations Mgr or Outpatient Pharmacy Director to collaborate w/ providers, department heads, & the Outpatient Pharmacy Director to implement, evaluate & improve quality mgmt programs. - Provides resolution to service complaints by Health Plan members, other Kaiser health care professionals, department heads, & employees. - Administers organizational & department policies & procedures on a day-to-day basis. - Performs the duties of all subordinate employees & other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous experience or courses completed, in pharmacy business management or related subjects preferred. - B.S. in Pharmacy required, Pharm. D. preferred. - Current CA Registered Pharmacist License. - Demonstrated abilities and skills in pharmacy business management, customer problem-resolution, leadership and supervision. - Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of contemporary outpatient pharmacy operations principles and standards, including clinical, professional, legal, business, and public relations aspects. - Must have a working knowledge of applicable Federal and State pharmacy regulations. - Ability to extract pertinent information from patients, or other sources, to apply to the patient's medical management plan. - Must possess self-initiative, innovative and collaborative skills. - Ability to demonstrate proficiency in oral and written English-speaking communication skills. - Proficiency in various databases and other computer usage. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Must pass background check. Preferred Qualifications: - Typing speed: 30wpm. Notes: - OCP-4131. - Position requires occassional travel to KPMCP and non-KPMCP locations for meetings, training, etc. - Work schedule to vary as required.2012-04-17 18:24:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131625CAAnaheim, CA27947911http://kp.jobs/xml/27947911/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Manager Medical Staff Services Location: Los Angeles, CA Promotes quality patient care by managing the activities of the Professional Staff office in the areas of credentialing, re-credentialing, privileging, & proctoring competency for Licensed Independent Practitioners (e.g., MDs, D.O.s) & Allied Health Professionals. Essential Functions: - Manages credentialing, proctoring, privileging, & reappointment process for Licensed Independent Practitioners (LIPs) & Allied Health Professionals - Creates operations & communications processes that support organizational strategies & business objectives - Supervises Medical Staff Services office include budget management, hiring, training, & counseling staff, equipment management, & quality of service - Acts as a liaison, technical advisor, & resource person for the professional & allied staff, administration within each site - Provides consulting services regarding regulatory, legal, accreditation, Program, & Regional credentialing standards throughout the region - Hires, trains, counsels, & supervises all medical staff services office personnel - Develops & implements mechanisms to ensure compliance to all regulatory agencies & the Professional Staff By-laws, Rules & Regulations - Assists in the development of policies, procedures, protocols, & privileges to support the credentialing process & makes recommendations for bylaws revision - Interprets requirements & disseminates information to all involved parties to assure necessary compliance, compatibility, & continuous quality improvement of the credentialing process - Partners w/ appropriate Program, Regional, Service Area, Medical Group individuals & groups, accrediting bodies, & external consultants to develop & implement systems & processes that meet requirements & adhere to Regional Credentialing Policies & Procedures - Collaborates w/ inter-regional peers to identify & implement best practices - Supports committees as assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience preferred - Minimum five (5) years of experience in health care in an administrative or managerial position related to credentialing and/or accreditation - Relevant bachelor's degree or four (4) years of equivalent experience required - Certification in the area of Medical Staff Services, or Quality arena, preferred - Significant working knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (e.g., JCAHO, NCQA, DOC, DHS, Titles 22 and 16)2012-04-17 18:24:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131693CALos Angeles, CA27947913http://kp.jobs/xml/27947913/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Step Down Unit RN-L2 Location: Los Angeles, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in a Critical Care, DOU or SDU setting, or must have successfully completed a KP or equivalent Critical Care, DOU or SDU course (as unit appropriate) within prior twelve (12) months. - Basic Arrhythmia course required. - Ventilator training required. - Current ACLS card required. Preferred Qualifications: - BSN preferred - PCCN preferred - EKG proficient Notes: - Works rotating weekends2012-04-17 18:24:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130529CALos Angeles, CA27947900http://kp.jobs/xml/27947900/jobUSALancasterTitle: Lvl III Staff RN - Clinic Location: Lancaster, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Cetification - One (1) -year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in the ED, Critical Care, PACU, Step Down, DOU, Ambulatory Cardiology or as an RN performing treadmills. - Current ACLS card required. - Knowledge of the various types of implantable cardiac devices and demonstrated ability to perform 12-lead EKG interpretation required. - Knowledge of procedural sedation agents and reversal agents required. - Basic arrhythmia course required. Preferred Qualifications: - Advanced arrhythmia course preferred. - PALS preferred. Notes: - Will work in team environment within scope of practice to ensure workflow efficiency including but not limited to treadmill, ICD/Pacemaker clinics, message management, appointment scheduling, proactive office encounter. - Will float to multiple departments when need arises. - Physical Work Location Address: 44132 N 15th Street West Lancaster, CA 935342012-04-17 18:24:19United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128091CALancaster, CA27947878http://kp.jobs/xml/27947878/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Business Consultant Intermediate Location: San Diego, CA Business Consulting: Includes analysis/evaluation of business and/or system process and functional requirements, development of business cases, client support during system development and implementation, development and maintenance of service level agreements. Develops relationships with upstream and downstream business partners. Develops/maintains and changes business processes, and understands the business processes of assigned partners and how they relate to our functional areas. Recommends changes to business processes. May assist in the development of project plans. May use the associated project planning tools. Uses professional concepts and company policies and procedures to solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways. The Medicare Risk Mitigation Team was developed to understand the end-to-end regulatory expectations for Kaiser's Medicare enrollment and disenrollment functions, study compliance requirements and incorporate into daily operations, perform root cause analysis where patterns of noncompliance are discovered, and begin to achieve process and compliance improvement through creative problem-solving, partnership and learning. The team reviews large samples of the processing work every month and provides real-time quality feedback both before submission to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and afterward in the form of self-monitoring audits that are reviewed with executive leaders at KP. There is also an evolving need to establish more reporting and analysis both within MRMT and directly supporting the Medicare operations management team and directors. This work will include identifying and assigning monthly audit samples, mainlining audit results and trending in ActiveStrategy, building and maintaining audit databases, developing desktop tools for Medicare operations, and developing control reports, productivity reports, operational dashboard reports, and other required or ad hoc reporting as needed. Role & Responsibilities Interview the business and technical communities to identify functional, data, and reporting requirements Assist teams to document business and technical requirements Make recommendations and solutions aimed at improving business processes Participates in workflows, process diagrams and gap analysis. Develops, maintains and changes business processes Supports Business Case Development. Is assigned to investigate, document, and analyze client requirements in project areas such as: new/existing business operating models with innovative approaches to applicable department solutions support, market research of emerging or available product functionality and operational readiness assessment. Essential Skill Sets Intermediate knowledge of MS Access, Visio, Excel, and Word are required Knowledge in Common Membership, Foundations System and TMS. Analyze and validate data Desirable Skill Sets Excellent communication, analytical and problem solving skills Experience in process improvement Knowledge of platforms assigned to the functional area. Business analysis or project analysis experience. Identifies and documents functional and/or divisional, requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system/process specifications Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - One (1) plus years of relevant experience. - Business analysis or project analysis experience. - Bachelor's degree in business/health care administration or related discipline or equivalent experience. - Knowledge of platforms assigned to the functional area. - Identifies and documents functional and/or divisional, requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system/process specifications. - Assists in developing test plans. - Measures outcomes against an internal standard of excellence. - Thinks of ways to improve results, communicates these to supervisor, peers and team members. - Drives excellence through continued learning and strengthening of expertise. - Listens actively and demonstrates sensitivity to patients/customers, encouraging them to discuss concerns, interests, needs, and difficult issues. - Displays or expresses a genuine desire to help or serve others and meet their needs. - Consistently monitors own work and seek further experiences to ensure continual quality patient/customer service and delivery. - Sees connection within the group/unit of others' roles with own; understands how own actions impact these relationships and the patient/customer. - Seeks to understand group/unit level strategy and how own role fits into the bigger picture. - Consistently asks clarifying questions in order to understand the importance of assignments/projects in relation to operational unit goals.2012-04-17 18:23:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131757CASan Diego, CA27947794http://kp.jobs/xml/27947794/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sr. Business Consultant Location: San Diego, CA Business Consulting: Provide day-to-day communication and operational support to the Monitoring Team by setting work flow priorities and ensure adequate monthly samples are reached. Resolve daily operational issues (work re-assignments, ensuring deadlines are met, allocation of resources as needed, re-balancing of audit volumes and evenly distributing audits over time). Daily monitoring of work input/output to ensure that goals and deadlines are met. Provide on the job training and follow up training as needed. Perform monthly quality review audit. Attend/facilitate meetings as needed or directed by management. Participates in internal development teams for active & Medicare monitoring to ensure administrative and business processes are functional and effective. Assist in the monitoring of work output to ensure production, accuracy and goals are met. Participate in team-based projects and contribute to customer service and operational improvement initiatives. Prepare special reports on an as-needed basis. May perform other duties as assigned. Approximately 3 years of experience in leadership, motivated and dedicated leader with great sense of responsibility. A work ethic of dependability through punctuality, flexibility and adaptability to perform as an efficient, detailed-oriented team player. Demonstrated experience with current systems analysis and principles, methods, procedures, practices, tools and techniques. Proven ability to communicate effectively with displayed levels of knowledge, skills and responsibilities. The Medicare Risk Mitigation Team was developed to understand the end-to-end regulatory expectations for Kaiser's Medicare enrollment and disenrollment functions, study compliance requirements and incorporate into daily operations, perform root cause analysis where patterns of noncompliance are discovered, and begin to achieve process and compliance improvement through creative problem-solving, partnership and learning. The team reviews large samples of the processing work every month and provides real-time quality feedback both before submission to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and afterward in the form of self-monitoring audits that are reviewed with executive leaders at KP. Role & Responsibilities Prioritizes work in alignment with team's objectives or goals Consistently monitor other's work to ensure quality and alignment in meeting deliverables; takes action to maintain standards Perform monthly quality review Takes initiative to alter normal procedures to meet specific goals Provides knowledge transfers as appropriate Make recommendations and solutions aimed at improving business processes Provides guidance, on-going communication and coordination in determining objectives of work assignments Develops relationships with upstream and downstream business partners Conducts and/or participates in the analysis of business processes and functional requirements and prepare appropriate documentations to communicate and validate information Ability to prioritize independently, multiple request and operational requirements to meet organizational goals Works under limited direction Essential Skill Sets Intermediate knowledge of MS Access, Excel, Power point and Word are required Knowledge in Common Membership, Foundations System and TMS. Analyze and validate data Desirable Skill Sets Achievement-oriented Excellent communication, analytical and problem solving skills Experience in process improvement Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum ofthree (3)years analytical, to include two (2) or more years in a consulting role. - Bachelor's degree in business/health care administration or related discipline or equivalent work experience - Preferred certification or advanced qualification by third party association that matches the function or field applicable to the business discipline preferred. - Identifies and documents cross-functional and/or cross-divisional, functional requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system/process specifications. - Thorough knowledge of platforms of the assigned functional area. - Coordinates installation and first-use of new applications/processes. - Assists in developing test plans. - Maintains current knowledge of application systems, interfaces, reporting processes, and data capture. - Measures outcomes against an internal standard of excellence. - Sets and works to meet challenging goals that will improve performance of project team or organizational unit. - Assesses the needs of a job and objectively matches the strengths of a person to that job to ensure maximum performance and results. - Listens actively and demonstrates sensitivity to patients/customers, encouraging them to discuss concerns, interests, needs, and difficult issues. - Consistently monitors own work and seek further experiences to ensure continual quality patient/customer service and delivery. - Monitors others' work to ensure quality and alignment in meeting member/customer needs; takes action to maintain standards. - Prioritizes project work to meet member/customer needs. - Takes initiative to alter normal procedures to meet specific member/customer needs. - Consistently asks clarifying questions in order to understand the importance of assignments/projects in relation to operational unit goals. - Prioritizes work in alignment with project objectives or goals. - Recognizes linkages and understands impact of individual actions on other parts of the organization and the member/customer.2012-04-17 18:23:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131777CASan Diego, CA27947797http://kp.jobs/xml/27947797/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Sr Business Consultant Location: San Diego, CA Business Consulting: Includes analysis/evaluation of business and/or system process and functional requirements, development of business cases, client support during system development and implementation, development and maintenance of service level agreements. Interpret guidance, and create new requirements working in collaboration with Medicare Operations and other Medicare line of businesses. Develops/maintains and changes business processes, and understands the business processes of assigned partners and how they relate to our functional areas. Recommends changes to business processes. Assist in the development of project plans. Uses professional concepts and company policies and procedures to solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways. The Medicare Risk Mitigation Team was developed to understand the end-to-end regulatory expectations for Kaiser's Medicare enrollment and disenrollment functions, study compliance requirements and incorporate into daily operations, perform root cause analysis where patterns of noncompliance are discovered, and begin to achieve process and compliance improvement through creative problem-solving, partnership and learning. The team reviews large samples of the processing work every month and provides real-time quality feedback both before submission to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and afterward in the form of self-monitoring audits that are reviewed with executive leaders at KP. There is also an evolving need to establish more reporting and analysis both within MRMT and directly supporting the Medicare operations management team and directors. This work will include identifying and assigning monthly audit samples, mainlining audit results and trending in ActiveStrategy, building and maintaining audit databases, developing desktop tools for Medicare operations, and developing control reports, productivity reports, operational dashboard reports, and other required or ad hoc reporting as needed. Role & Responsibilities Interview the business and technical communities to identify functional, data, and reporting requirements Assist teams to document business and technical requirements. Make recommendations and solutions aimed at improving business processes. Participates in workflows, process diagrams and gap analysis. Develops, maintains and changes business processes Supports Business Case Development. Assesses scope and impact of business needs. Leads/facilitates meetings as needed Assists in developing test plans. Provide support to projects for Medicare Operations as well as the projects team. Independently initiates, investigates, documents, and analyzes client requirements in project areas such as: new/existing business operating models with innovative approaches to solutions support, market research of emerging or available product functionality and operational readiness assessment. Essential Skill Sets Intermediate knowledge of MS Access, Visio, Excel, and Word are required Knowledge in Common Membership, Foundations System and TMS. Analyze and validate data Desirable Skill Sets Excellent communication, analytical and problem solving skills Experience in process improvement Knowledge of platforms assigned to the functional area. Business analysis or project analysis experience. Identifies and documents functional and/or divisional, requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system/process specifications. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3)years analytical experience, to include two (2) or more years in a consulting role. - Bachelor's degree in business/health care administration or related discipline or equivalent work experience. - Preferred certification or advanced qualification by third party association that matches the function or field applicable to the business discipline preferred. - Identifies and documents cross-functional and/or cross-divisional, functional requirements, workflow, information sources and distribution paths, and system/process specifications. - Thorough knowledge of platforms of the assigned functional area. - Coordinates installation and first-use of new applications/processes. - Assists in developing test plans. - Maintains current knowledge of application systems, interfaces, reporting processes, and data capture. - Measures outcomes against an internal standard of excellence. - Sets and works to meet challenging goals that will improve performance of project team or organizational unit. - Assesses the needs of a job and objectively matches the strengths of a person to that job to ensure maximum performance and results. - Listens actively and demonstrates sensitivity to patients/customers, encouraging them to discuss concerns, interests, needs, and difficult issues. - Consistently monitors own work and seek further experiences to ensure continual quality patient/customer service and delivery. - Monitors others' work to ensure quality and alignment in meeting member/customer needs; takes action to maintain standards. - Prioritizes project work to meet member/customer needs. - Takes initiative to alter normal procedures to meet specific member/customer needs. - Consistently asks clarifying questions in order to understand the importance of assignments/projects in relation to operational unit goals. - Prioritizes work in alignment with project objectives or goals. - Recognizes linkages and understands impact of individual actions on other parts of the organization and the member/customer.2012-04-17 18:23:55United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131767CASan Diego, CA27947798http://kp.jobs/xml/27947798/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Investigation Specialist II (Walnut Creek, CA) Location: Walnut Creek, CA Investigations Specialist II Kaiser Permanente WalnutCreek,CA In support to Human Resources, investigates workplace complaints of violation of policy or law received through the Kaiser Permanente National Compliance Hotline, outside agencies or through other internal channels.. Nature of investigations will vary in scope and seriousness, such that failure to investigate might subject the organization to serious legal and financial risk. Complaints to be investigated will primarily include Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) discrimination, harassment and retaliation complaints. Assesses, analyzes and draws conclusions from investigative evidence. Develops and presents investigative findings to HR Partners. Provides consultative services to investigation specialist HRCs. Serves as Human Resources subject matter expert on EEO investigative practices. Travel (within NCAL region or throughout Program) is required. The Investigations Specialist II handles moderately complex to complex and difficult investigations. Conducts investigations, prepares investigation reports and develops draft responses for external agencies for EEO discrimination charges for review by legal counsel. Activities may include, but are not limited to: Conduct of investigations Investigates moderately complex to complex/serious EEO discrimination, harassment, retaliation and workplace complaints of violation of policy or law within the National Business Units received through the Kaiser Permanente National Compliance Hotline, internal channels or outside agencies. Independently and with discretion, formulates plan, processes, and timetables to conduct accurate, complete and thorough investigations within specified timeframes and according to specified quality standards. Assessment of evidence Identifies, gathers & preserves relevant hard-copy & electronic documents & other evidence for the investigation Reviews, interprets, analyzes and evaluates statements, documents and physical evidence collected during theinvestigation. Assesses credibility of witnesses and makes determinations regarding violations of law or KP policy. Develops & applies knowledge of employment discrimination laws, rules of evidence (e.g., hearsay, legal privilege) & other laws to investigation plan, investigation & report/response. Assesses credibility of witnesses & makes determinations regarding violations of law or KP policy Development and presentation of investigative findings Prepares comprehensive and accurate factual and analytical investigative reports to management, human resources, and/or legal counsel. Prepares develops draft responses for external agencies for EEO discrimination charges for review by legal counsel. Systemic corrective action Identifies and monitors trends of investigative activity by business unit and other parameters, to be determined. Subject matter expertise and education Evaluates & identifies KP training needs on an ongoing basis & partners w/ HR Consulting & Legal to develop & provide training to supervisors, managers & employees on sexual harassment and other employment law training as necessary. Assume other duties as assigned Qualifications: MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS Five to eight years experience, with progressive responsibility in Human Resources, to include a minimum of three years direct responsibility conducting employment-related investigations, and other relevant case management and investigation experience. Three years experience conducting EEO internal and agency charges is highly preferred. Strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal employment laws and regulations. Demonstrated experience and skill in developing and conducting training programs. Demonstrated experience and skill in conducting complex employment-related investigations, preparing comprehensive and quality internal reports and drafting agency charges for legal. Established ability to identify, analyze and differentiate investigation issues and processes in employee complaints. Ability to work independently and compile analytical data and trend analysis. Excellent interpersonal skills (i.e., verbal and written communication). Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Candidate will possess the following: Strong working knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Experience conducting EEO complaints (internal and agency complaints) Excellent written skills. Case reports are written and can be lengthy. Excellent time management and organizational skills (multiple cases are being handled at once, with specific, non negotiable deadlines) Experience working in a union environment Travel within NCAL region or throughout Program is required Former law enforcement a plus2012-04-17 18:23:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131172CAWalnut Creek, CA27947790http://kp.jobs/xml/27947790/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Knowledge Management Web Administrator (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Knowledge Management Web Administrator Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA Executes the orderly production of intranet-based performance support, communication and learning content, including writing, editing, content layout, information architecture, non-linear navigation, programming, and testing in the production environment. Interacts with functional organizations' SME's (subject-matter experts) to develop specifications for performance support content. Serves as expert resource in publishing tools, processes and procedures, and coach to publishers in designing, developing, deploying and testing solutions which support customer business requirements. Essential Functions: -Maintain the content and library of resources posted on the department intranet site. -Maintain relationships with the content owners and actively seek new content to keep the site updated. -Train a backup team to post content and maintain the site functionality. -Troubleshoot the site, including content and links and make corrections directly or delegate the task to other members of the department. -Review statistics and provide analysis of the site's activity to improve user experience and drive future Web traffic. -Plan for future changes to the website, including restructure of the site to reflect changes in the organization. -Stay current with software and hardware that can improve the success of the site. -Strong background in knowledge management strategies and implementation. Build processes for content development. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in business, communication, English or related field or equivalent experience. - 5+ years of Web content development experience. - Excellent oral communication, interpersonal, teamwork/ collaborative, leadership, and project management skills. - Excellent consulting skills. - Advanced proficiency in Macromedia Dreamweaver or other HTML coding software. - Proficient in Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). - Excellent writing and editing skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Proficient in Fireworks or Photoshop. - Lead web development and consulting experience. - Instructional Design certification. - Instructional Design experience. -Experience with Flash, video and WebEx. Also, InDesign suite.2012-04-17 18:23:54United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131646CAOakland, CA27947791http://kp.jobs/xml/27947791/jobUSAStocktonTitle: Director Security Services Location: Stockton, CA Directs and manages the security and transportation programs for the Area(s), ensuring the personal safety and security of members, employees, visitors, and the protection of property and assets. Develops, implements, evaluates policies and procedures, and ensures compliance with all legal requirements. Manages staff and contract personnel. May be accountable for multiple Areas. Essential Functions: - Develops, implements, and manages a comprehensive and effective security, parking, and transportation services program (TSM) in accordance with professional standards, The Joint Commission, federal, state, local laws, and regulations. - Manages the Area(s) security and TSM staff. - Ensures staff is fully trained and follows established policies and procedures. - Monitors the performance of the contract staff. - Develops, implements, and manages service agreements for multi-site security support. - Performs security assessments identifying liability, seeks solutions to reduce risk and promotes asset protection of property. - Designs and develops a security management plan and manages all operational and contingency planning. - Develops and presents security awareness training programs. - Coordinates and integrates new program development, policies, procedures, and systems technology to achieve economy of effort and scale, as well as maximum efficiency and productivity in security services throughout the Area(s). - Consults with management for all security services, parking, and transportation issues. - Serves as liaison with local law enforcement authorities, emergency preparedness and transportation management agencies. - Conducts and/or manages Area investigations in conjunction with Regional Security Investigations. - Tracks, trends, analyzes, and reports on security incidents and recommends improvements to Leader. - Serves as security program manager and consultant on new construction/renovation project proposals. - Designs the application and utilization of electronic systems at all Area locations. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Substantial middle to senior management experience in security management, hospital security, or law enforcement management (usually seven (7) years). - Demonstrated experience in federal and state compliance requirements in governing security, safety, risk management, and transportation systems. - BA/BS or ten (10) years of security management experience required. - Advanced degree preferred. - Certification as Healthcare Protection Admin (CHPA) or Protection Profession (CPP) certification preferred. - Member of American Society of Industrial Security and/or International Association of Health, Safety & Security preferred. - Knowledge of The Joint Commission requirements, and federal, state, and local regulations.2012-04-17 18:23:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130970CAStockton, CA27947694http://kp.jobs/xml/27947694/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Lead Sr Financial Analyst Location: Walnut Creek, CA Provides project, service line or product line management, management consulting, analytical decision support services or technical expertise for a broad array of financial and operational issues. Responsible for more complex multi-faceted projects and analyses across disciplines and functional areas. Assists in developing performance monitoring process and coordinating compilation, interpretation and presentation of monitoring information. Participates in the planning and development of regional, departmental and/or functional budgets. May be responsible for budget system completion, high level reviews and conducting area wide analyses for target development. Conducts or participates in the most complex projects where analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of factors. Dual track position: Can be either a sole contributor or a position that supervises staff. Essential Functions: - Coordinates performance monitoring process with junior staff and participates in the development of forecasts. - Conducts financial analyses independently or leads a team, participating in the most complex projects. - Designs and builds financial models based on diverse financial sources, in order to inform strategic decisions. - May direct the production of ad hoc and periodic reports for department, facility, and/or regional management. - Works to improve data quality processes and report design to meet diverse and changing needs for management reporting. - Participates in the planning and development of department and non-department budgets, budget system completion, high level reviews and conducts area wide analyses for target development. - Prepares understandable and defensible financial analyses of decision alternatives by utilizing spreadsheets and accessing various databases. - Oversees preparation of analyses for project teams, regional, departmental, and/or functional management and staff analysts. - Writes reports of recommendations and delivers formal presentations of analytic findings and suggested action steps to management and senior leaders. - Facilitates and participates in meetings and presentations. - Provides education and management consulting on the use and interpretation of analyses, reports, methodologies and source data to managers/leaders. - Develops feasibility studies and business plans to support new lines of products and services. - Supports executive staff and committees in the development, analysis a communication of cost saving strategies and budgets and in the research of financial, operation and variance issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) plus years of related experience in financial analysis and budgeting. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent. - CPA or master's degree preferred. - Extensive knowledge of several or all of the following. - General finance theories and methodologies, discounted cash flow analysis, cost/benefit analysis, feasibility studies, large scale business planning, financial modeling and project management. - Expert proficiency in PC based word processing and spreadsheet applications, including advanced functions such as graphics, pivot tables, macros and database management. - Strong oral and written communication, presentation and facilitation skills. - Strong consulting skills. - Works independently, accountable to complete work assignments. - May provide project supervision to junior staff.2012-04-17 18:23:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131753CAWalnut Creek, CA27947700http://kp.jobs/xml/27947700/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Medical Records Clerk - Grade 4 Location: Walnut Creek, CA Essential Functions: - Analysis/reading of medical record for release of information to non Kaiser Health Care provider - Provide assistance and support to coworkers, physicians, facility manager - Photocopying, open mail, clerical support, responsible for incoming and outgoing faxing - Processing AB610's and insurance requests for copy services - Maintenance of completed and pending requests - Orders charts, answers phones and assist with walk in requests - Assist medical secretaries as required - Additional duties as assigned by manager or Senior medical secretary - Requires answering of telephones and use of CRT and MRMS for processing of medical records. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School degree or equivalent, College Degree preferred - Demonstrated 25 WPM typing speed - Competent in medical terminology, medical abbreviations and chart abstraction - Ability to function independently with little or no supervision and part of a team in a high need, high volume, production oriented department. - Compliance to the confidentiality of patient and employee policy - One or more years experience (within the past 5 years) in a medical correspondence, medical secretary or medical records departments, emphasis on typing, filing, forms processing, data entry and automated systems - Demonstrated ability to serve as a liaison between customers and clients (patients, Physicians, coworkers, facility departments, organizational department, etc.) to understand, research, analyze, and make decisions within the parameters of the job with minimal supervision - Knowledge of state law and AB610's - Knowledge of mainframe applications including MRMS,CIPS, MED CORR2 and Health Connect. - Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to understand and carry out verbal/written directions - Demonstrated ability to consistently exhibit a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise when interacting with customers and clients - Must be customer service oriented and exhibit a professional manner - Must be able to sit for long periods of time - Must be able to meet and adhere to the facility/department service standards and expectations. Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated ability to consistently exhibit a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise when interacting with customers, patients, coworkers, physicians and staff. Skills testing: Typing (25WPM) and Medical Terminology. This position will be moving to the Park Shadelands Facility. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-04-17 18:23:06United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128814CAWalnut Creek, CA27947666http://kp.jobs/xml/27947666/jobUSALivermoreTitle: Medical Assistant - Grade 180 (12-006L) Location: Livermore, CA Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the Physician and/or designee. Essential Functions: - Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by department. - Records information in patients' medical record. - Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination. - Assists clinician with care of the patient. - Handles inventories and orders and replenishes medical supplies and materials. - Gives treatments and performs routine laboratory tests as required by department. - Schedules appointments, performs clinical tasks and completes appropriate forms as required by department. - May be responsible for administering medications, including injections. - May be responsible for cleaning, processing, sterilizing and checking instruments. - Performs data entry. - Performs clinical/technical skills specific to the department. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Medical Center and specified department. - Anticipates the customer's needs, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. - Promptly responds to alarms and patient requests. - Facilitates the customer's ability to utilize resources. - Assures a clean, orderly, and functional work environment. - Team Commitment: Is an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. - Manages difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. - Takes accountability for own actions. - Acts as a resource and mentor to new employees, students, and other team members. - Actively participates in departmental professional development activities. - Adheres to Attendance Policy. - Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. - No supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum six (6) months of experience or successful completion of Kaiser Externship. - High School Diploma or GED. - Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. - BLS certification. - Medical Terminology Certificate or equivalent experience. - Ability to use personal computer. - Ability to read, writes, and comprehends medical information. - Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends; will follow the contract for notification of schedule change.2012-04-17 18:23:05United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127728CALivermore, CA27947655http://kp.jobs/xml/27947655/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Executive Director, Regional Supply Chain Management, Southern California Location: Pasadena, CA The Executive Director, Regional Supply Chain will have the responsibility for carrying out a major Kaiser Permanente-wide improvement initiative - the supply chain transformation strategy - to KP's supply chains, initially concentrating within each of the two California regions. The incumbents will be initiating a three to five year journey to transform KP's supply chain from fragmented multiple supply operators to a world-class high performing supply chain. This position will be responsible for implementing standardized best practices & influencing their development across the total supply spectrum from demand forecasting to purchasing, to replenishment, inventory management, warehousing, distribution & transportation/logistics for internal &/or from third party providers. This position will ensure the integration of supply chain activities across the region leading to optimal customer service, product supply, inventory investment & cost. It will be responsible to develop & manage a materials planning function for goods & materials, create integrated processes among Operations, Purchasing, Logistics, & outside suppliers to execute the planning/replenishment process. It will also work in collaboration with the VP of Supply Chain & others to identify standard tools needed to implement planning & forecasting, as well as lead reengineering efforts as it relates to those supply chain processes & systems across the region. Essential Functions: - Assurance of Supply - working with the suppliers, vendors, Procurement and Supply and the medical centers, assure that supplies are always available when needed for clinicians, patients/members. - Strategy Alignment - provide input to the help create, gain approval, and ultimately deploy a three-year strategy to transform KP's supply chain across the region, working in conjunction with the VP of Supply Chain and the National Supply Chain Leadership Team to create one single world-class supply chain for KP. Lead the regional Supply Chain Leadership Team to ensure alignment with the strategy and to drive implementation and monitoring of progress/results. - Business Requirements - to define, agree, and then improve AQSCI business requirements by 50%+ over three years for the region. - Organizational Development - to provide input, then install and develop a world-class supply chain organization leading and managing KP's supply chain for that region. - Process Transformation - to progressively transform KP's current highly fragmented multiple supply chain processes in the region into a seamless, end-to-end, transparent way of working. - Systems - provide input into the creation and implementation of KP-wide supply chain systems strategy that links and integrates all aspects of the supply chain to create transparency, seamless material flow and information accuracy as well as creating the platform for sustainable improvement. - Change Management - based on proven experience, install and manage the mechanisms for managing the transformation in an effective way within the region. - Continuous Improvement - develop and install ways of working which create year-on-year continuous improvements across the total supply chain for the region. - Risk Management & Mitigation - proactively install the disciplines that reduce the current high-risk profile of KP's supply chain within the region. - Advocacy and Leadership - through personal experience and stature/gravitas sensitively lead the region on a major journey of change which impacts approximately 150-200+ direct supply chain employees, 500-600 dotted line supply chain employees within the region and 50,000+ users and customers. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in mathematics, computer science, business, finance, operations research, economics or related field. - A minimum of 10 years ofbusiness improvement and supply chain leadership including transformative experience with a background that includes complex organizational change and management. - Experience leading and managing a workforce of 200-400+ employees. - Proven ability to help create an integrated supply chain strategy and vision and then mobilize a support organization to progressively implement the strategy. - Demonstrated ability of managing cost performance, supply/demand forecasting and distribution execution across a variety of product lines from multiple sources. - Ability to transform the current business model to a supply chain machine, building an end-to-end supply chain. - In-depth knowledge of key supply chain processes and current best practices. - Solid judgment to know what is appropriate for the region size and scope. Must have the 'right size' solutions. - Ability to quickly establish credibility across the organization in general, and the region in particular, as well as engaging others to ensure the most effective logistics solutions for the varied business units. - Experience in supply chain technology and processes such as demand-triggered replenishment, advanced planning/forecasting systems, JIT, ERP, six sigma, lean manufacturing, etc. - Understanding of regulatory compliance including SOX with an ability to balance risk vs cost to ensure optimal adherence. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree preferred. Professional certification(s) such as CPIM, CRM, APICS, Six Sigma etc preferred. - Experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.2012-04-17 18:21:17United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131786CAPasadena, CA27947406http://kp.jobs/xml/27947406/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Business Consulting - Consultant/Specialist - Claims Location: Pleasanton, CA Located in Pleasanton, CA, Kaiser Permanente Information Technology (KP-IT) is looking for a Consultant Specialist level Business Analyst to work in the Health Plan Business Information Office (HP BIO) Claims Sub-Portfolio to provide analytical support and data reporting. The position reports directly to the Vice President of Health Plan Claims who is responsible for teams and projects in the sub-portfolio, Claims encompasses a number of applications and delivery of a large program to replace current technology. The Business Analyst will develop and manage programs that include: reporting and performance reporting metrics, financial and operational analysis/reporting, people processes, process improvement, and standardized compliance reporting. Job Responsibilities - Manage and develop standardize reporting structure on resource tracking and allocation. - Assist project managers and managers in all project management tracking and reporting requirements. - Assist the VP of Claims with the day-to-day support in processes and workflows that will improve project assessment efficiency and the integrity of management metrics. - Work closely with the Executive Directors on developing a standardized report and metrics to manage their core and investment projects and budgets. Makes recommendation for standards and consolidates data for Claims sub portfolio. - Propose and implement alternative solutions to identified gaps and obstacles in the current processes. Suggest improvements and create new value-added data/metrics and/or eliminate non-essential items. - Develop and maintain SharePoint. This role will be the department coordinator for this team's data repositories. - Provide analysis needed by management to know specifically what requires their attention. - Support management in understanding the success rate of their goals through objective metric analysis and reporting - includes dashboard reporting. - Plan and execute communication strategies and materials. - Monitor progress of cross-team deliverables. - Coordinate forums like project reviews, architecture reviews, labor forecasting reviews, etc. - Monitors and ensures people processes are consistently met. Recommend process improvements. - Working relationships outside of Claims organization include Human Resources, Finance and other IT functional organizations. Qualifications: Basic/Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - 12 years of experience in documenting functional requirements, analyzes business process, and develops business cases to support IT solutions. - 5 as a project analyst providing analysis and metrics reporting on ITprojects/programs. - 5 years of financial, planning, budget and forecasting and analysis, and decision support experience. - 5 years experience developing and implementing IT project reporting and metrics. - 3 years experience driving standardization and refinement of processes and procedures. - Must have strong detailed, analytical thinking, problem solving, financial analysis, and results oriented skills. - Must have strong consulting and verbal and written communication skills. - Proficient in customer and client relations including team focus, influence, partnership and collaboration. - Must have excellent Microsoft skills using SharePoint, Visio, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. - Demonstrated experience in successfully influencing complex organizational initiatives involving multiple functions and multiple IT units. - Ability to work within high performance teams that are geographically dispersed within a matrixes organization. - Must be a self starter and can operate independently with minimal supervision. - Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment and meet tight deadlines. - Identify and escalate situations requiring urgent attention. - Ability to work with ambiguity and drive results. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience working in the Healthcare Insurance Industry, with information technology a plus.2012-04-16 21:42:35United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131710CAPleasanton, CA27931377http://kp.jobs/xml/27931377/jobUSABurbankTitle: Sales System Application Manager (SPAS) Location: Burbank, CA Sales System Application Manager (SPAS) Description The Application Manager will manage all aspects of the application lifecycle for the Sales Process Automation System (SPAS) which supports Kaiser Permanente's health plan large business sales processes in California. This role will ensure that application governance processes are met and that development and operations meet business needs cost effectively. Responsibilities Create application roadmap and ensure alignment with overall Sales and Marketing roadmap and architecture. Partner with business clients to define application's future direction and develop action plans. Ensure customer focus by building relationship as trusted partner with Sales and Account Management executives, regional leadership, and front line staff. As application owner, represent business partners across cross-functional areas which impact business processes and application. Ensure application quality to meet business needs and expectations of clients. Coordinate all phases of system development and implementation, including analysis, design, development, testing and on-going support. Provide input to cost benefit analyses and business cases. Consult with business partners on business requirements and prepare/support the development of necessary documentation. Partner with KP Information Technology on functional requirements and design. Develop project plans for development schedule, budget and staffing. Obtain and schedule necessary resources. Report on development status and manage project schedule, budget, milestones, issues, and risks, including mitigation plans. Participate as a team member on initiatives which impact SPAS functionality. Coordinate work with other application managers based on application touch points and interfaces. Manage defect remediation and facilitate prioritization with business partners. Lead incident and defect triage. Act as application subject matter expert to development and testing teams. Work with Release Manager to plan and schedule releases. Manage release deployment activities (production shakedown). Co-ordinate with systems administration team to ensure system availability, efficient operation, and resolve client issues. Train clients and help desk team on system enhancements. Monitor application to ensure SOX compliance and required documentation is completed on timely basis. Research and share best practices for development and deployment. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience - Minimum of 5 years experience in project managing technology projects for complex applications - Experience in systems analysis and application management or technical product management - Extensive knowledge of the software development lifecycle, including production support - Excellent analytical, problem solving and facilitation skills - Strong communication skills, including business presentation skills. Ability to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience. - Experience delivering documentation of business and technical requirements Preferred Qualifications - Minimum 3 years experience in health care industry - Experience with CRM and Sales and Account Management systems and projects - Minimum of 3 years experience data analysis and data management2012-04-16 03:03:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131708CABurbank, CA27908472http://kp.jobs/xml/27908472/jobUSABurbankTitle: Sales System Application Manager (BPSOR) Location: Burbank, CA Sales System Application Manager (BPSOR) Description The Application Manager will manage all aspects of the application lifecycle for the Business Partner System of Record application (BPSOR) which provides broker administrative capabilities for Kaiser Permanente's Sales and Account Management organization. This role will ensure that application governance processes are met and that development and operations meet business needs cost effectively. Responsibilities Create application roadmap and ensure alignment with overall Sales and Marketing roadmap and architecture. Partner with business clients to define application's future direction and develop action plans. Ensure customer focus by building relationship as trusted partner with Sales and Account Management executives, regional leadership, and front line staff. As application owner, represent business partners across cross-functional areas which impact business processes and application. Ensure application quality to meet business needs and expectations of clients. Coordinate all phases of system development and implementation, including analysis, design, development, testing and on-going support. Provide input to cost benefit analyses and business cases. Consult with business partners on business requirements and prepare/support the development of necessary documentation. Partner with KP Information Technology on functional requirements and design. Develop project plans for development schedule, budget and staffing. Obtain and schedule necessary resources. Report on development status and manage project schedule, budget, milestones, issues, and risks, including mitigation plans. Participate as a team member on initiatives which impact BPSOR functionality. Coordinate work with other application managers based on application touch points and interfaces. Manage defect remediation and facilitate prioritization with business partners. Lead incident and defect triage. Act as application subject matter expert to development and testing teams. Work with Release Manager to plan and schedule releases. Manage release deployment activities (production shakedown). Co-ordinate with systems administration team to ensure system availability, efficient operation, and resolve client issues. Train clients and help desk team on system enhancements. Monitor application to ensure SOX compliance and required documentation is completed on timely basis. Research and share best practices for development and deployment. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience - Minimum of 8 years experience project managing technology projects for highly integrated applications. - Experience in systems analysis and application management or technical product management - Extensive knowledge of the software development lifecycle, including production support - Excellent analytical, problem solving and facilitation skills - Strong communication skills, including business presentation skills. Ability to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience. - Experience delivering documentation of business and technical requirements Preferred Qualifications - Minimum 3 years experience in health care industry - Experience with CRM, Sales and Account Management and multi-channel systems and projects - 6 or more years of experience in database analysis, development and data management. - Working knowledge of business process management software and/orPEGA applications2012-04-16 03:03:25United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131709CABurbank, CA27908473http://kp.jobs/xml/27908473/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Kofax Technical Engineer Location: Pleasanton, CA Kaiser Permanente IT is seeking a highly experienced individual to fill the role of Kofax Technical Engineer as part of the Document Repository Management (DRM) team, in our Shared Application Services organization. The DRM team provides expertise in enterprise document management platform and solutions for Kaiser Permanente, currently supporting the document capture and storage needs for major areas such as KP HealthConnect across multiple regions, Health Plan applications, and for business functions such as Workers' Compensation. This is a rapidly growing environment with hundreds of millions of documents already stored, and hundreds of thousands of documents searched, retrieved, and viewed each month. The Kofax Technical Engineer will play a key role in leading efforts to plan, design, implement and sustain the Kofax shared infrastructure for use by multiple business and application areas. The Kofax shared infrastructure will capture millions of documents annually, and include a highly complex, high volume architecture that must be closely monitored 24x7x365. The successful candidate will also be responsible for establishing sustaining production support operations for the Kofax shared infrastructure, ensuring that excellent service is delivered to our business units in an effective and efficient manner. This position is located at Kaiser Permanente's Technology Campus in Pleasanton, CA. Essential Functions: - Be the primary technical team member to plan, design, install, configure, monitor, support, and enhance the Kofax shared infrastructure. - Function as a hands-on technical engineer performing test and production implementation off-hours and on weekends, when needed, as well as participating on production application support and incident resolution. - Work with fellow IT team members to design and implement continous process improvements for preventing and auditing production application incidents. - Plan and manage assigned projects or tasks, including progress reporting and issue/risk management. - Coordinate and manage the work assigned to other IT production support resources, as and when needed. - Plan, coordinate, and perform scheduled software and hardware patches, upgrades, or enhancements. - Engage end-users to triage issues and gather the necessary data to hand-off to technical resources for further analysis. - Communicate, on a regular basis, with senior management and IT and non-IT stakeholders to report status, address issues/risks, obtain approvals/support, or share information. - Be a thought leader for creating improved production support, system monitoring and diagnostics processes. - Monitor, on a regular basis, the health of the Kofax shared infrastructure, as well as the existing Vignette infrastructure, e.g., disk space usage, system uptime, software/hardware maintenance patches, license consumption. - Prepare, review and maintain application support documentation. - Maintain adherence to KP IT Incident, Problem, and Change Management standards and guidelines. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Ten or more years of work experience in IT in a technical or production support role in a medium to large-sized organization. - Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience installing, configuring, managing and supporting Kofax Capture modules in a mid-sized or large distributed enterprise environment. - Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently without close supervision. - Ability to effectively plan, multi-task and handle multiple projects or assignments concurrently. - Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with experience triaging and resolving technical issues/problems. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Strong customer service orientation and motivated self-starter. - Ability to work off hours or on weekends as required. Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Engineering or comparable discipline. - Hand-on experience working as a Kofax technical engineer using various modules and tools that include Kofax Transformation Modules, Network Services, Export Connectors, Import Connectors and Communication Services. - Deep expertise of the Kofax Capture product, its functionality, configuration, integration and customization. - Kofax Capture 10 Technical Solutions Specialist Certification. - Hands-on experience designing, implementing and supporting advanced component-based document imaging and forms processing solution using Kofax Transformation Modules. - Hands-on experience with the installation and configuration of Kofax servers and clients; assignment of licenses and volume to remote locations. - Hands-on experience implementing enterprise functions such as enhanced reporting and monitoring for automated problem isolation and notification. - Good understanding of TCP/IP, Windows environment and its GUI conventions (Server 2008). - Experience using standard IT tools such as: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Remedy for Incident, Problem and Change Management, RPM, Lotus Notes. - Experience with defining methods to optimize efficiency and accuracy in classification, separation and extraction of data; defining a reference set for testing using the Extraction Benchmark Tool. - Experience with reviewing and creating detailed level technical design and architectural documents. - Experience facilitating meetings and conference calls with a large technical and non-technical audience, both in-person and remote. - Experience installing and configuring Windows server-based software. - Experience installing software patches or performing upgrades on server-side Kofax software. - Experience working in a matrixed organizational environment with cross-functional teams. - Additional pluses: extensive Unix and Linux system administration experience with scripting and database skills; software development using Java, .Net or VBscript, experience with OpenText/Vignette document management platform; experience as a Technical Project Manager; Healthcare industry experience; experience with document publishing, document archival, or document distribution and fulfillment.2012-04-16 03:02:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131707CAPleasanton, CA27908471http://kp.jobs/xml/27908471/jobUSABaldwin ParkTitle: Occupational Therrapist-PD Location: Baldwin Park, CA Responsible for the occupational therapy of patients under the direction and supervision of the Rehabilitation Services. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients, interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. - Initiates discharge planning for occupational therapy. - Implements the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient. - May delegate a portion of the treatment program to the appropriate supportive personnel. - Coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from occupational therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from occupational therapy. - Provides accurate, timely documentation of occupational therapy patient management. - Demonstrates progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum with a Bachelors or Masters degree with certification in occupational therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice occupational therapy by the State of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Pediatric OT experience Notes: - This is a Per Diem position, schedule may vary according to departmental needs2012-04-14 22:24:46United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131167CABaldwin Park, CA27902125http://kp.jobs/xml/27902125/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Speech Pathologist CFY Location: Harbor City, CA Administers diagnostic tests and provides individualized treatment to adults and children for a variety of communication disorders, voice and swallowing impairment, and neurological defects. Advises physicians of test results and subsequently recommends and implements appropriate treatments. Monitors status of results and collaborates with physicians when altering treatment program. Essential Functions: - All professional activities will be provided under the supervision of the RPE/ CFY Clinical Supervisor as outlined by the State of California Speech Pathology and Audiology Licensing Board and the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association. - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Administers diagnostic tests and provides individualized treatment to adults and children for a variety of communication disorders, voice and swallowing impairment and neurological defects. - Advises physicians of test results and subsequently recommends and implements appropriate treatments. - Monitors status of results and collaborates with physicians when altering treatment program. - Ensures compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local requirements. - May participate in the development of department policies and procedures. - Develops protocols and treatment programs within specialized areas. - Develops and presents in service programs in area of specialty. - Performs diagnostic clinical swallowing evaluations on a diversified patient population, including adults and children with a wide variety of neurologic and medical diagnosis and surgical histories. - Interpret and report the results of evaluations/tests to referring physicians, therapists and other medical staff. - Participates in the design and implementation of therapy programs addressing speech/language voice and swallowing problems for a diversified patient population. - Documents patient's progress and maintains accurate records. - Adjusts program to improve effectiveness; meets client needs and determines further courses of treatment or intervention that may be necessary. - Performs diagnostic voice evaluations on a diversified patient population. - Interprets and reports results and provides recommendations regarding the need for further evaluation or services in the area of speech and pathology when appropriate. - Administers and analyzes test results to determine patient's communicative abilities; examines patient's medical history, neurological and psychological test results in order to determine necessary therapy. - Treats speech and language impairments such as functional articulatory disorders, stuttering, voice problems, delayed speech, and organic disorder including cleft palate, cerebral palsy, aphasia, and impaired hearing. - Interprets findings and treatment to patient's families, teachers or other concerned parties; provides guidance and counseling. - Plans and conducts remedial programs designed to improve or restore communicative facility; administers treatment in individual or group sessions with patients; may refer patients to specialists in medicine, dentistry, psychology education or related areas. - Writes report on diagnostic findings, therapy used and progress made. - Keeps abreast of developments in the field of speech therapy by attending professional seminars and workshops. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology. - Completion of an accredited speech pathologist educational program with a Master's degree or PHD degree. - RPE(Required Professional Experience) temporary license is required. - Basic Cardiac Life Support certification. - American Heart Association approved BLS certification. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Knowledge of federal, state and local regulatory requirements. - Ability to demonstrate knowledge and to utilize theories, principles, practices, techniques and methods of Speech Therapy. Notes: - Will be required to work two weekends per month2012-04-14 22:24:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130294CAHarbor City, CA27902121http://kp.jobs/xml/27902121/jobUSAGranada HillsTitle: Home Health RN/PHN - Panorama City - Per Diem Location: Granada Hills, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS -One (1) year recent (within past three 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in a licensed Home Health and/or Hospice agency as an RN/PHN. - Current California Driver's license and a clear driving record for the past two (2) years. Proof of automobile insurance as required by law Preferred Qualifications: - PHN Certificate Notes: - 100% travel - Rotating weekends2012-04-14 22:24:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130518CAGranada Hills, CA27902124http://kp.jobs/xml/27902124/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Audit Director, Internal Audit Services (Oakland or Denver) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Audit Director, Internal Audit Services Oakland or Denver Kaiser Permanente is looking for an Audit Director. Essential Functions: - Develops the strategy and sets priorities for multiple practice areas and regions, leveraging and engaging other members of the team as necessary. Takes the lead role in driving practice area/regional development based on risk assessment activities, client interactions, and industry knowledge. Directs the on-going risk assessment process. - Identifies and leads continuous improvement efforts within IAS. - Plays a lead role in the coordination of audit projects with other audit and compliance functions to maximize efficiency and coverage of key risk areas. - Hires, develops, and manages an effective and diverse workforce. - Plans, schedules and supervises assigned audit projects and staff in accordance with the audit plan, project budgets, and milestones. Reviews and approves project level risk assessments, develops audit plan programs, reviews work papers, and approves/prepares reports. Adheres to professional and IAS standards. - Uses professional judgment to identify content, stakeholder groups, and timing for effective communication of ideas, areas of improvement, and audit conclusions. Professionally communicates both verbally and in writing. Communication is conveyed in a timely manner. - Develops and builds client relationships. Ensures coordination with peers to accomplish the annual audit plan and department goals. - Cultivate productive internal and external relationships that inform and guide the internal audit function toward effective and appropriate engagement, reporting, communications, and management decision making. Seeks to be a catalyst. - As the lead Audit representative, interacts regularly with various Regional management, Internal Audit management and staff, and external auditors and consultants. - Plans, schedules, and manages multiple various and diverse audit projects independently with minimal after-the-fact direction. - Up to 35% travel. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 7+ years of professional auditing or comparable experience - Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or information systems or related field or4 additional years of equivalent work experience - Demonstrated experience integrating various priorities, internal issues, and situation analyses into a cohesive strategic approach to department management - Understands key industry knowledge, including industry value drivers, and risks - One of following certifications is required: - Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) Preferred Qualifications: - Work experience within Internal Audit Services - 5+ years supervisory experience - Increasing levels of internal audit and project management experience2012-04-14 22:24:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131658CAOakland, CA27902105http://kp.jobs/xml/27902105/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Program Manager/Facilities Services - Kaiser Permanente/National Facilities Services - Pleasanton, CA Location: Pleasanton, CA Program Manager/Facilities Services Kaiser Permanente/National Facilities Services Pleasanton, CA The Program Manager is responsible for leadership of facility operations serving the KP-IT portfolio of space and the occupants, primarily IT employees. The incumbent is a key member of the National Functions Facilities Services leadership team and will be directly managing employees and operations for approximately 1.5M - 2M square feet of administrative located in multiple campuses (in various KP locations in NCAL, SCAL and NW areas). S/he is responsible for facility operations of IT's owned and leased sites, client relations, capital maintenance driven projects, operational components of tenant improvements, minor construction projects, purchasing, procurement and installation, safety and security and office services including maintenance, mail and conference services. Regular travel will be required. This position interfaces with Facility Operations business line leaders in NFS to ensure consistent practices, standards, tools and processes are implemented and delivered to the client, IT. Some travel will be required. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, implements and monitors facility service activities for PO or KP-IT which support the business goals and objectives of the PO populations. This includes: lease management, space allocation, safety and security, and office services. Lead a team of Facility Coordinators, staff and external consultants in the execution of these activities. Contributes to the achievement of National Functions Facilities Services objectives including ensuing the high quality, cost-effective and efficient delivery of services to internal and external customers. - Hire, train, develop, and manage staff of 10-15 Facilities Coordinators and various positions that may include maintenance, materials, procurement and administrative staff. Monitor performance and develop action plans to ensure high levels of staff accountability and performance. - Participate in the development of high level space strategies for administrative space in Northern and Southern California and in the Northwest. These strategies include space planning, occupancy planning and increasing density in the current space and provide the necessary information to senior leadership to increase, decrease, or change Kaiser Permanente's real estate portfolio. - Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations relating to real estate management, safety and security, et.al.; ensure compliance with enterprise policies and procedures Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five years experience in corporate real estate management - Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to real estate construction and contracting, environmental services, hazardous waste management and safety. - Proficient in customer relations, team building, conflict resolution, group dynamics, project management and budgeting - Knowledge of corporate and technology company administrative business needs and local real estate markets in multiple markets. - Understanding of Kaiser Permanente business and strategic plans - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration related field or equivalent experience (4 years). An individual should have the following core behaviors: Champions Innovation and Change Collaborates Communicates Effectively Develops Self/Others Drives for Results Focuses on the Customer Takes Accountability Demonstrates Business Acumen Exerts Influence Emotional Intelligence* Preferred Qualifications: - 3 to 5 years facility supervisory or management experience.2012-04-14 22:24:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131662CAPleasanton, CA27902106http://kp.jobs/xml/27902106/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Financial Consultant Marketing Finance Location: Oakland, CA The Senior Financial Consultant for Marketing Finance leads and initiates analysis and presentations for Senior Leadership's to maximize resources and increase efficiencies while achieving critical business goals. This position leads and executes ad hoc projects in FP&A, Internal Controls and Procurement, in addition to larger initiatives for the Marketing and ISG. This leadership role consolidates monthly financial results and forecasts into actionable powerpoint presentations for the Senior Vice President and Vice Presidents of the Marketing and Internet Services Group, prepares consolidated budget scenarios with recommendations for reallocation of resources to meet business objectives, assists managers in review of staff deliverables and ad hoc analysis, consults and partners with Marketing leadership to further business objection by providing actionable analysis. Essential Functions: - Reviews and analyzes submitted budget/forecast data for completeness, changes in trend, and drivers of change. - Designs effective processes to track financial performance against expectations, including early 'red flags' to identify potential shortfalls. - Oversees analysis of planned financial objectives and identifies corrective actions. - Partners with key leaders to shift (or maintain) direction. - Acts as a proactive partner to insure business objectives are achieved in a financially efficient manner. - Reviews and presents the financial information to key KP leaders - identifying key messages, risks, and opportunities. Continuously forecasts the progress and momentum in key operations against planned objectives. - Handle all phases of projects assigned including client meetings, analysis, presentations. - Lead the process to streamline, refine and improve the budget/forecast/reporting processes. - Works cross-functionally to help insure planning processes are consistent, and properly support the development of national functions organizations individually and as an organization. - Ensures integrity of measurement and control processes and all financial and reporting statements. - Responsibilities impact the achievement of integrated functional and company objectives. - Influences the development of the functional and company objectives. - Erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally result in failure to achieve functional and company objectives and negatively affects expenditures and resources. - Involves a high degree of interpretation and analysis of obscure or inconclusive data. - Requires a high level of judgment and risk taking to make appropriate decisions for diverse, sophisticated, and undefined issues. - Requires significantly complex decision-making. - Develops solutions to problems of unusual complexity, which require a high degree of ingenuity and innovation, using independent judgment to accomplish objectives. - Requires in-depth analysis to develop and implement unprecedented solutions for more complex problems. - Requires the exchange of complex information. - Must gain cooperation and acceptance/approval in resolving problems, and/or negotiating with other parties to arrive at an agreement. - Assignments are often self-initiated and virtually self-supervisory. - Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives. - Review and analysis of key events by senior management are critical to the completion and attainment of objectives and goals. - Provides on-going coaching, enabling team members to develop and improve skills and capabilities that support the effectiveness of the department/function. - Serves as a technical/professional mentor to team members. - Assume other duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Twelve (12) plus years financial analysis or related experience. - Four (4) year degree in related field or equivalent experience. - Advanced knowledge (broad expertise or unique knowledge) of policies, practices and systems. - Develops advanced concepts, techniques and standards. - Develops new applications based on professional principles and theories. - Viewed as functional expert in field within KP. - Applies advanced principles, theories and concepts. - Contributes to the development of innovative principles and ideas. - Employs expertise as a generalist or specialist.2012-04-14 22:24:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131692CAOakland, CA27902107http://kp.jobs/xml/27902107/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Assistant Department Manager [Assistant Nurse Manager] ER 40/hr Location: San Francisco, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - 3-5 years Emergency Department experience.2012-04-14 22:24:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131263CASan Francisco, CA27902071http://kp.jobs/xml/27902071/jobUSAVallejoTitle: Executive Consultant I Location: Vallejo, CA This position exists to provide project consultation, problem analysis, and resolution on issues of limited scope under general supervision of a senior executive. The incumbent works with the executive to stage meetings, priorities, and activities. The incumbent represents and acts on behalf of executive when directed. May manage support staff. Essential Functions: - Provides consultation and analysis to a senior executive - Identifies, structures and scopes issues, identifying component parts and root causes - Recommends the most effective means of solving the issues - Facilitates committees and task forces - Delivers high quality results on time - Acts as a communication liaison between the office and direct reports - Represents the executive's point of view and makes decisions on behalf when directed - Prepares presentations for the executive as well as papersand public statements - Develops and monitors the office budget - Administers human resources initiatives, including compensation and executive or employee searches, and works with HR Consultants to facilitate resolution of any problems - May manage support staff Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) or more years consulting, operations, or project management experience - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience - Master's preferred, in finance, business, health care, or public administration - Ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses - Effective communication - Consulting, interpersonal, presentation and project management skills - Knowledge of healthcare industry trends or hospital/HMO/Medical offices operations - Effective collaborator with KP leaders - Ability to exercise good judgment and political astuteness - Ability to adapt to changing priorities in managing a range of projects - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-04-14 22:24:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131283CAVallejo, CA27902072http://kp.jobs/xml/27902072/jobUSASan RafaelTitle: Data Consultant Location: San Rafael, CA Under general supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing and reporting data. This position functions both as consultant and as a high-level statistical analytics programmer. Essential Functions: - Designs and enhances databases. - Designs menu systems that are effective and user-friendly. - Develops reports with accurate, easy to read, useful information. - Designs and generates tracking and monitoring tools. - Participates in the development of outcomes and process measures, including technical specifications, to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, and evaluation. - Builds and maintains complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, and software written by self and others. - Tests and maintains data integrity across multiple databases (internal SAS, DB2, VSAM; external: Adobe, Excel, SAS parsing routines, COBOL). - Builds sophisticated statistical models and forecasting tools using these databases. - Defines and frames complex multi-dimensional healthcare issues and develops time tables/processes for decision making. - Translates needs, issues, and ideas into effective strategies and action plans. - Formulates specific implementation plans and evaluates the effectiveness of actions/programs implemented. - Develops creative alternative solutions. - Works closely with IT and outside partners (and physicians for TPMG departments). - May coordinate team/project activities and schedules. - May assist in the determination of goals and priorities with team, clients, or project management sponsors. - May provide leadership to multi-disciplinary project teams. - Communicates results/recommendations to project sponsors, clients, and various senior level audiences (including physicians for TPMG departments). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) to five (5) years of programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, .net or equivalent statistical analytical programming language. - Experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases required. - Typically three (3) or more years of related analytical consulting experience, healthcare experience preferred. - Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems required. - Bachelor of Arts degree in economics, finance, health care administration, public health administration, statistics, mathematics, operations research, or related field required, OR equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree. - Master's degree preferred. - Broad familiarity with medical practices, especially population management and process and outcomes measurement. - Knowledge of JCL strongly preferred. Microsoft Office skills required. - Very strong analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. - Ability to express complex analytical and technical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training. - Must be an independent self-starter. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-14 22:24:04United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131505CASan Rafael, CA27902074http://kp.jobs/xml/27902074/jobUSARedwood CityTitle: Clinical Health Educator II Location: Redwood City, CA This position is to serve as a member of a multidisciplinary Primary Care Team in a clinical setting providing group and one-to-one counseling and education, in conjunction with the facility Health Education Department. Essential Functions: - Assesses patient's educational needs on an individual and/or group basis in consultation with members of the PCT and to apply this assessment to designing educational interventions - Conducts brief disease management, lifestyle and health risk counseling with patients and family members one-to one - Promotes prevention and self-care strategies - Coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates group visits for disease management and prevention and self-care education - Identifies health education needs of the (PCT) Primary Care Team and provides consultation to team members on education and behavior change skills and strategies - Selects and recommends appropriate educational materials in conjunction with the Facility Health Education Department - Provides linkage to and from the Facility Health Education Department - Arranges referrals to appropriate Kaiser Permanente and Community services - Provides and promotes culturally appropriate interventions - Collects, prepares reports, and documentation as needed for planning and quality assurance - This job has no supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum of two (2) five (5) years experience in counseling or health education, preferably in a clinical setting - Master's degree in public health, clinical psychology/health psychology, health science, counseling, or social work OR master's degree in a health related field that is applicable to the clinical environment, (i.e., Gerontology for Geriatrics department, Childhood Development in Pediatrics) - For specialization - content expertise or certification required - Knowledge of behavior change, adult learning, group process theory, and application - Knowledge of PC applications required - Strong interpersonal and written communication skills - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment - Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred Schedule: Tues: 8:45 AM - 5:15 PM, Wed: 11:45 AM - 8:15 PM, Thurs, Fri: 8:45 AM - 5:15 PM Note: Incumbent will be assigned to the Redwood City facility (or vice versa) but will be expected to spend some time working out of the San Mateo facility. Incumbent will work at least one evening shift per week to teach classes.2012-04-14 22:24:01United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129889CARedwood City, CA27902062http://kp.jobs/xml/27902062/jobUSAMartinezTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing (1150) Location: Martinez, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - PALLIATIVE CARE - Two years recent (within the last 5 years) experience in case management, and recent experience in palliative care (such as oncology, home health, hospice, etc.) to include experience in initiating and participating in end of life discussions with patients and families, facilitating family conferences and advanced care planning. Palliative Care RN duties do not include discharge planning or UM functions. May be required to make visits to patient's home, Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), clinic or other sites. Palliative Care services may be provided telephonically or face to face in a variety of settings: inpatient, clinic, home, SNF. Current valid California driver's license and proof of automobile insurance required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-14 22:23:48United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia124477CAMartinez, CA27902056http://kp.jobs/xml/27902056/jobUSASanta RosaTitle: Sterile Processing Technician II Certified - Grade 390 [PJ348] Location: Santa Rosa, CA Under direct/indirect supervision, follows approved infection control, quality assurance and departmental policies and procedures and may assist in departmental in-services and training. In addition, must hold current CS/SPD Certification with the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management. Essential Functions: - Adherence to hand washing requirements, workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological monitoring, and dress code. - Validates and maintains: event-related protocols; disinfection and/or sterilization load parameters and records; inventory check sheet(s); and equipment monitoring. - Meets regulatory requirements for sterilization, high-level disinfection, biological monitoring, and employee competencies - Accurately document and maintain daily records of all QA and sterilization functions according to regulatory agency and Infection Control standards. - Adheres to organizational and departmental policies and procedures - Participates in department employee orientation (DEO), meetings, and employee evaluation and competency programs - Maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification - May assists in departmental in-services and training. - Wears personal protective equipment - Inspects, disassembles sorts, cleans, and processes reusable instrumentation and equipment. - Selects and operates specialized cleaning equipment. - Follows manufacturer recommendations for use of cleaning agents - Follows device manufactures cleaning guidelines. - Maintains adequate cleaning supplies - As designated reprocesses endoscopes - Identifies, inspects, and assembles all general and specialty instruments, various power equipment, laser and endoscopes instruments per specifications and manufacturer recommendations. - According to manufacturer guidelines, selects and prepares packaging materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation. - Selects appropriate method of sterilization. - Maintains accurate sterilization records - Properly loads and unloads sterilization cart items. - Verifies that sterilization parameters meet before distribution of load - Collects, cleans, checks, distributes, and tracks patient care equipment - As designated, orders patient care equipment, inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment, and rotates stock appropriately and stocks general and surgical carts. - Reports all malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department - Demonstrates awareness of personal and work area safety at all times. - Complies with facility safety policies and procedures, including those for blood borne pathogens and communicable diseases - Takes prompt corrective actions when hazard identified (reporting or removing, as appropriate) - Attends required safety training. - Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills and actively supports and contributes teamwork in the workplace. - Demonstrates responsibility in adhering to posted work schedules - Assists in in-service and training and supports departmental related computer programs. - May assume interdepartmental liaison responsibilities. - In the absence of the Senior Technician, may assume interdepartmental liaison responsibilities. - Performs duties as assigned - No supervisory responsibilities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of one-year experience in instrument processing - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with the Certification Board for either Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or The International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management - Must know Medical Terminology to understand instrumentation, surgical procedures, and surgical schedule - Must know various types of reusable surgical instrumentation, including power equipment and micro surgical instrumentation - Must know how to operate Sterile Processing departmental equipment (i.e. washers, ultrasonic, steam, gas, and chemical sterilizer) - Must know cleaning of patient care equipment i.e. I.V. pumps, feeding pumps, pneumatic pumps, CPM machines, PCA, and hypo/hyperthermia units, etc. - Must know sterilization monitoring, record keeping, and quality assurance protocols - Must have effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers, internal, and external customers - Departmental related computer skills preferred - Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos - Ability to write simple correspondence - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization - Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions - Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment - Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement2012-04-14 22:23:45United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia121978CASanta Rosa, CA27902054http://kp.jobs/xml/27902054/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Psychology Post Doctoral Resident - Child - South Bay Consortium - Temporary - San Jose Location: San Jose, CA Position is designed to provide 2000 hours of supervised clinical postdoctoral training. Completion of this program will satisfy one of the requirements to sit for the psychology licensing exam. Residencies are based in departments of Psychiatry, Chemical Dependency, Chronic Pain, or Behavioral Medicine. Position provides 2 hours per week in each of the following: individual supervision; group supervision; and didactic training. Supervision is provided by licensed psychologists. Opportunities may include providing short-term individual therapy, family therapy, crisis intervention, chemical dependency evaluation, adult and adolescent group therapy, psycho-educational groups, and psychological assessment. Position is 40 hours per week, one-year, temporary with benefits. This position ONLY pertains to the Northern California Mental Health Training Programs. Essential Functions: - Provide assessment and psychotherapy of adults, adolescents, children and/or families in a brief therapy model - Conduct intake evaluations - Provide crisis intervention as needed - Co-facilitate psychoeducational groups - Conduct program evaluation and/or research project - Administer and interpret psychological tests, and write reports - Participate in regional, consortial, and departmental training activities - Participate in departmental administrative and educational meetings - Maintain confidential patient files/records and information in a timely manner - Comply with regional and local policies and procedures - Comply with APA's Code of Ethics and state laws pertaining to the delivery of mental health services - Other duties as assigned - Team-specific duties provided by residents under the direct supervision of licensed psychologists: - Adult Team: Provide assessment and individual and group treatment to adults in a brief therapy model - Child/Family Team: Perform psychological evaluations of children, adolescents and families. Provide psychotherapeutic services to child and family populations - Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): Provide services to patients needing more intensive treatment for stabilization, in a stepped-down treatment program for patients recently discharged from inpatient psychiatric unit - Behavioral Medicine: Provide services to patients whose presenting problem is related to the treatment of a physical problem or psychological issues arising from a medical condition - Provide services to patients who are experiencing emotional or stress-related problems concurrent to receiving treatment for a medical diagnosis or physical symptom - Chronic Pain Management: Provide services to patients who experience chronic pain, including teaching them pain management skills such as pacing, medication management, staying active, relaxation techniques and positive thinking - Chemical Dependency: Provide services to patients who are in the contemplation phase, the early stages of their recovery, and patients with longer-term sobriety - Provide separate and conjoint treatments for family members - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Provide services, including developing extensive evaluation and treatment plans, to specialized population of infants, children and teens with ASD and other developmental disabilities - Eating Disorders: Provide services to adults, children, teens, and families who have a diagnosis of an eating disorder Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Demonstrated experience in psychological evaluations of adults, children, adolescents, and families, including administering and writing up psychological testing and assessment batteries, preferred - Ph.D., Psy.D. or Ed.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology - Doctoral degree from an APA-accredited doctoral program - Must have completed of all requirements for doctoral degree by residency start date in September - Must have received pre-doctoral training at an APA-accredited or APPIC-member internship program - Must submit three letters of reference: one letter must be from most recent primary supervisor - Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practice and psychotherapy research methods, preferred - Knowledge of the bio-psycho-social functions that contribute to mental health, preferred - Accuracy in diagnosing patients and developing effective treatment plans, preferred - Competence in individual, family and group psychotherapy, preferred - Demonstrated professional maturity and ethical integrity necessary for assuming professional responsibilities, preferred - Demonstrated commitment to quality of service, teamwork, and participation in a highly interactive multidisciplinary clinic, preferred - Demonstrated ability to complete multiple tasks/objectives in a timely manner, preferred ***NOTE: This is a 1 year temporary benefitedposition***2012-04-14 22:23:42United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia115513CASan Jose, CA27902051http://kp.jobs/xml/27902051/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Associate Web Developer - Pega Trainee Location: Pasadena, CA Health care is undergoing tremendous change and transition and Kaiser Permanente is set to meet these challenges. Within Kaiser Permanente, Information Technology is moving to a model that brings our focus and methods closer to those of our business partners and common system across the Enterprise. The implementation of our new Chrysalis application (built with Pega's Business Process Management software) will provide the tools to enable our associates to deliver outstanding customer services to the millions of members that rely upon Kaiser Permanente for their healthcare needs. The Sales Systems sub-portfolio within the Health Plan Business Information Office (HP BIO) of Kaiser Permanente's Information Technology (KPIT) is seeking an exceptional Java/web developer who is willing to learn new Pega technology. Kaiser Permanente IT is looking for a highly-motivated and detail-oriented recent college graduation with school experience designing and developing enterprise web services/SOA and web-based applications. The candidate must familiar with building applications with some of the popular frameworks (Spring, Hibernate, and Struts or Spring MVC) as well as providing and consuming web services using JAX-RPC/JAX-WS. The candidate must also have experience or be familiar with interfacing with Oracle databases from Java using JDBC, Hibernate or Spring DAO. The Associate Web Developer will be a member of a larger team of developers responsible for designing and developing new components, as well as adding enhancements to existing applications. The ideal candidate will work well coding all layers within an N-tier architecture (front-end, middle tier, and backend). A successful candidate will be able to interact with our business clients and other technical resources and must possess excellent communication skills. Also, the Associate Web Developer / Pega trainee will contribute to the development of new Pega-based applications within the Health Plan portfolio. KP will invest in the training and career development of the candidate. This position is for a full-time position and is located at our offices in Old Town Pasadena, CA. Responsibilities Design, develop, and assist in testing of custom Java code and web services Work cooperatively with other functional teams that perform quality testing and performance testing Assist the Sr. and Lead Developers on translating functional requirements into technical architecture and solution design documents Following best practices related to software development Qualifications: Basic/Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree or 4 years of equivalent work experience Graduated with a GPA of 3.3 or above Worked on school projects/applications or maintain and/or supporting existing projects/systems using C, Java, Unix , and XML. Completed classes and/or school projects by applying Object Oriented techniques. Good written and verbal communication skills, team player, ability to work under constantly moving requirements. Must be a quick and eager learner and pick up on new technologies and tools Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree is preferred2012-04-14 22:23:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131630CAPasadena, CA27902045http://kp.jobs/xml/27902045/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Information Security Consultant - Security Consulting and Assessment Services Location: Oakland, CA The ideal candidate will have a security mindset and the ability to think outside the box, contributing to a team of highly motivated and skilled information security practitioners. As a Security Consultant, the main goal is to balance both security and business imperatives using a risk based approach. This individual will conduct information security assessments and provide security consulting and advisory in one or more of the following fields: application, network and platform security. Main responsibilities include assessing the security posture of existing environments, identifying risks, recommend remediation plans and ensure internal projects are deployed in a secure fashion. Candidate should be well-rounded and have knowledge in all information security domains. The candidate will represent Information Security in the assessment as well as research, development and implementation of technologies, techniques, and process improvements pertaining to initiatives that require information security guidance. The role, therefore, requires the ability to strategize and architect security solutions to help remediate deficiencies. Our clients are Kaiser Permanente's various portfolios such as Health Plan, Care Delivery, and Corporate Services, just to name a few. The candidate will also have close working relationship with both IT and the Business. This means that the candidate will be working directly with project personnel as well as business management teams. Therefore, the ability to speak in both technical and business terms is crucial; meaning as subject matter expert, the candidate should be able to articulate information security requirements and risks in business language. General Requirements -Excellent analytical skills to compliment strong written and verbal communication skills. -Excellent interpersonal, motivational, organizational, persuasive and project management skills. -Team player and ability to multitask given different types of initiatives. -Proven ability to work effectively with management, staff, vendors, and external consultants - Proven ability to communicate technical issues to technical and non-technical business area representatives. - Understanding of security risk assessment methodologies. Ability to assess both technical and business risks as it pertains to information security. Be able to articulate risk in a manner that can be understood by non-technical audience. -Good understanding of regulatory climate and industry standards such as SOX, HIPAA and PCI respectively. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelors Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or additional 4 years of equivalent work experience -10 or more years of experience working in Information Technology field -8 or moreyears of hands on experience in two or more of the following: application security or platform/OS security in engineering, architecture or consulting capacity. - Formal training and general certification in the security field, both vendor agnostic and vendor specific (such as CCIE, CISA, CISSP, GIAC) Application Security - In-depth knowledge of web application security and industry best practices (i.e, OWASP, WASC, etc), as well as SDLC. - Ability to program and script in various languages (i.e., Python/Perl, Ruby, Java, shell scripting, .Net). - Ability to conduct secure code analysis manually or using SCA software. - Capable of conducting various levels of application penetration testing using industry accepted frameworks. - Working knowledge of web application firewalls and vulnerability assessment technologies. - Experience analyzing malicious code in the form of malicious binaries and web-based scripting (e.g. malicious JavaScript). Platform/OS Security - Knowledge of hardening Unix, Linux, Windows and other enterprise level platforms. - Capable of conducting various levels of host penetration testing using industry accepted frameworks. - Good understanding of sound security practices - Working knowledge of enterprise vulnerability assessment and remediation technologies. Preferred Qualifications: - Prefer consulting background.2012-04-14 22:23:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131607CAOakland, CA27902043http://kp.jobs/xml/27902043/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Intermediate Web Developer - Pega Trainee Location: Pasadena, CA Health care is undergoing tremendous change and transition and Kaiser Permanente is set to meet these challenges. Within Kaiser Permanente, Information Technology is moving to a model that brings our focus and methods closer to those of our business partners and common system across the Enterprise. The implementation of our new Chrysalis application (built with Pega's Business Process Management software) will provide the tools to enable our associates to deliver outstanding customer services to the millions of members that rely upon Kaiser Permanente for their healthcare needs. The Sales Systems sub-portfolio within the Health Plan Business Information Office (HP BIO) of Kaiser Permanente's Information Technology (KPIT) is seeking an exceptional Java/web developer who is willing to learn new Pega technology. Kaiser Permanente IT is looking for a highly-motivated and detail-oriented Java resource who is familiar with designing and developing enterprise web services/SOA and web-based applications. The candidate must have hands-on experience building applications with some of the popular frameworks (Spring, Hibernate, and Struts or Spring MVC) as well as providing and consuming web services using JAX-RPC/JAX-WS. The candidate must also be familiar with interfacing with Oracle databases from Java using JDBC, Hibernate or Spring DAO. The Intermediate Web Developer will be a member of a larger team of developers responsible for designing and developing new components, as well as adding enhancements to existing applications. The ideal candidate will work well coding all layers within an N-tier architecture (front-end, middle tier, and backend). A successful candidate will be able to interact with our business clients and other technical resources and must possess excellent communication skills. Also, the Intermediate Web Developer / Pega trainee will contribute to the development of new Pega-based applications within the Health Plan portfolio. KP will invest in the training and career development of the candidate. This position is for a full-time position and is located at our offices in Old Town Pasadena, CA. Responsibilities Design, develop, and assist in testing of custom Java code and web services Work cooperatively with other functional teams that perform quality testing and performance testing Assist the Sr. and Lead Developers on translating functional requirements into technical architecture and solution design documents Following best practices related to software development Qualifications: Basic/Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or 4 years of equivalent work experience. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills 2 years of Java/J2EE development experience as a developer with extensive experience in Object Oriented Design and Development 2 years experience with the following: Servlets, JDBC, Ant, JUnit, XML, SQL, stored procedures, database design 1year of exxpeirence developing J2EE web services using WSDL, SOAP, and W3C XML Schema Exposure with both Spring and Hibernate (annotations or hbm.xml config) Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications Java certifications a plus Strong hands-on knowledge of WSDL development, including defining messages, operations, services, and fault handling Experience with front-end web frameworks like Adobe Flex, Dojo Toolkit, jQuery, or any other AJAX-based framework Experience with XML/XSLT Experience with Struts (1 or 2) or Spring MVC Healthcare industry experience is a plus Customer service and results-oriented while maintaining a team focus Ability to work in a dynamic environment with cross-functional teams Experience with CRM/ERP or BPM systems is a plus2012-04-14 22:23:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131629CAPasadena, CA27902044http://kp.jobs/xml/27902044/jobUSAOntarioTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Ontario, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Two-three (2-3) years of critical care experience preferred. - Graduate of NLN accredited school of nursing - BSNto Masters - CM - Basic PC Skills: Word, Powerpoint Notes: - Variable Days and Hours with rotating weekends. - Current Derivers License - Will be cross-trained to provide case management in the inpatient and ED setting at 9961 Sierra Ave, Fontana. - May also be cross-trained to provide coverage for Outside Utilization. - Will be trained to assist with Medi-Cal TARs and Utilization quality review. - May be required to travel to offsite locations for trainings or meetings. - A minimum of five (5) shifts per month, eight (8) hours each.2012-04-14 01:51:42United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131173CAOntario, CA27890849http://kp.jobs/xml/27890849/jobUSAOntarioTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Ontario, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Two-three (2-3) years of critical care experience preferred. - Graduate of NLN accredited school of nursing - BSNto Masters - CM - Basic PC Skills: Word, Powerpoint Notes: - Variable Days and Hours with rotating weekends. - Current Derivers License - Will be cross-trained to provide case management in the inpatient and ED setting at 9961 Sierra Ave, Fontana. - May also be cross-trained to provide coverage for Outside Utilization. - Will be trained to assist with Medi-Cal TARs and Utilization quality review. - May be required to travel to offsite locations for trainings or meetings. - A minimum of five (5) shifts per month, eight (8)hours each.2012-04-14 01:51:42United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131175CAOntario, CA27890851http://kp.jobs/xml/27890851/jobUSAOntarioTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Ontario, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - BLS / CPR certified. - Previous Clinical Experience (minimum two [2] - three [3] years) in an acute medical center. - Previous experience in UM, Discharge Planning and or Case Management. - Demonstrate ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem solving skills. - Collaborates with and provides direction to the physician, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team and patient / family in the development, implementation and documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality and appropriate resource use. - Per established protocols, reports any incidence of unusual occurrences related to quality, risk and / or patient safety which are identified during case review or other activities. - Independently identifies and assesses high-risk patients in need of post-hospital care and follow-up, using UM criteria, guidelines, high risk screens, clinical judgments, etc as appropriate. - Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Notes: - This is an on-call position; schedule / days / hours may vary. - Work hours will vary between 11:00 am - 5:30 pm.2012-04-14 01:51:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131161CAOntario, CA27890845http://kp.jobs/xml/27890845/jobUSAOntarioTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Ontario, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - BLS / CPR certified. - Previous Clinical Experience (minimum two [2] - three [3] years) in an acute medical center. - Previous experience in UM, Discharge Planning and or Case Management. - Demonstrate ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem solving skills. - Collaborates with and provides direction to the physician, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team and patient / family in the development, implementation and documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality and appropriate resource use. - Per established protocols, reports any incidence of unusual occurrences related to quality, risk and / or patient safety which are identified during case review or other activities. - Independently identifies and assesses high-risk patients in need of post-hospital care and follow-up, using UM criteria, guidelines, high risk screens, clinical judgments, etc as appropriate. - Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Notes: - This is an on-call position; schedule / days / hours may vary. - Work hours will vary between 5:00 pm - 3:30 am.2012-04-14 01:51:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131163CAOntario, CA27890847http://kp.jobs/xml/27890847/jobUSAOntarioTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Ontario, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - BLS / CPR certified. - Previous Clinical Experience (minimum two [2] - three [3] years) in an acute medical center. - Previous experience in UM, Discharge Planning and or Case Management. - Demonstrate ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem solving skills. - Collaborates with and provides direction to the physician, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team and patient / family in the development, implementation and documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality and appropriate resource use. - Per established protocols, reports any incidence of unusual occurrences related to quality, risk and / or patient safety which are identified during case review or other activities. - Independently identifies and assesses high-risk patients in need of post-hospital care and follow-up, using UM criteria, guidelines, high risk screens, clinical judgments, etc as appropriate. - Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Notes: - This is an on-call position; schedule / days / hours may vary. - Work hours will vary between 5:00 pm - 3:30 am.2012-04-14 01:51:41United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131168CAOntario, CA27890846http://kp.jobs/xml/27890846/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Fontana, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - BLS / CPR certified. - Emergency Room Experience - Previous Clinical Experience (minimum two [2] - three [3] years) in an acute medical center. - Previous experience in UM, Discharge Planning and or Case Management. - Demonstrate ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem solving skills. - Collaborates with and provides direction to the physician, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team and patient / family in the development, implementation and documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality and appropriate resource use. - Per established protocols, reports any incidence of unusual occurrences related to quality, risk and / or patient safety which are identified during case review or other activities. - Independently identifies and assesses high-risk patients in need of post-hospital care and follow-up, using UM criteria, guidelines, high risk screens, clinical judgments, etc as appropriate. - Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Notes: - This is an on-call position; schedule / days / hours may vary. - Work hours will vary between 9:00 pm - 7:30 am.2012-04-14 01:51:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131152CAFontana, CA27890842http://kp.jobs/xml/27890842/jobUSAOntarioTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Ontario, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - BLS / CPR certified. - Previous Clinical Experience (minimum two [2] - three [3] years) in an acute medical center. - Previous experience in UM, Discharge Planning and or Case Management. - Demonstrate ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem solving skills. - Collaborates with and provides direction to the physician, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team and patient / family in the development, implementation and documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality and appropriate resource use. - Per established protocols, reports any incidence of unusual occurrences related to quality, risk and / or patient safety which are identified during case review or other activities. - Independently identifies and assesses high-risk patients in need of post-hospital care and follow-up, using UM criteria, guidelines, high risk screens, clinical judgments, etc as appropriate. - Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Notes: - This is an on-call position; schedule / days / hours may vary. - Work hours will vary between 11:00 am - 5:30 pm.2012-04-14 01:51:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131158CAOntario, CA27890844http://kp.jobs/xml/27890844/jobUSAOntarioTitle: Case Mgr Utilization RN Location: Ontario, CA Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions and continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpt hospitalization. Interacts with the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way without compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Essential Functions: - Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members. - Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use. - Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning. - Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies. - Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential svcs are delivered timely & efficiently. - Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs. - Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including utilization mgmt, transfer coordination, discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside svcs for patients/ families. - Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpt, ER, inpt & non-KFH facilities. - Acts as a liaison between inpt facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred. - Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs. - Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation. - Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: JCAHO, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL. - Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources. - Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness. - Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred or current equivalent related work experience. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. - Current and valid California RN license required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of utilization review/management, discharge planning and case management. - Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (JCAHO, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.). - Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: - BLS / CPR certified. - Emergency Room Experience - Previous Clinical Experience (minimum two [2] - three [3] years) in an acute medical center. - Previous experience in UM, Discharge Planning and or Case Management. - Demonstrate ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem solving skills. - Collaborates with and provides direction to the physician, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team and patient / family in the development, implementation and documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality and appropriate resource use. - Per established protocols, reports any incidence of unusual occurrences related to quality, risk and / or patient safety which are identified during case review or other activities. - Independently identifies and assesses high-risk patients in need of post-hospital care and follow-up, using UM criteria, guidelines, high risk screens, clinical judgments, etc as appropriate. - Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Notes: - This is an on-call position; schedule / days / hours may vary. - Work hours will vary between 9:00 pm - 7:30 am.2012-04-14 01:51:40United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131154CAOntario, CA27890843http://kp.jobs/xml/27890843/jobUSAIrvineTitle: Staff Educator RN Location: Irvine, CA Collaborates with Education Consultants, Managers, CNS staff and Physicians to develop, design, deliver and evaluate/improve education strategies and special projects/programs based on clients' departmental goals and needs, as well as organizational goals/objectives. Implements education programs and strategies and coordinates to meet regulatory program requirements and organizational needs. Participates in competency assessments and evaluations of new and existing staff. Contributes to ongoing employee performance appraisals. Essential Functions: - Develops, coordinates, and evaluates programs to meet regulatory requirements and organizational, departmental, and discipline-specific needs. - Designs, develops, coordinates, and evaluates activities for continuing professional education for staff. - Collaborates with consultants to develop special projects in professional education, development, and learning. - Communicates and markets education programs to a broad target audience using appropriate methods, and based on identified/assessed needs. - Makes recommendations for cost/quality strategies, works within budget; serves as expert resource to staff and departments in defining and meeting educational, clinical, quality, and cost outcomes and performance measures. - Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates/improves the orientation, cross training and education/competency processes/systems for clinical staff and students. - Evaluates performance issues and develops strategies for remediation. - Responds to corporate and industry changes in clinical practice and professional education and provides necessary training, education and development which improve organizational performance. - Participates in leadership projects, meetings, committees and improvement activities. - Ensures compliance and documentation of organizational records based on regulatory agency standards. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous teaching experience required or previous recent experience (within last 3 years) in in-service education in clinical service area (usually two (2)to five (5) years). - Bachelor's degree required; BSN preferred. - Master's degree preferred. - Current California RN license required. - AHA BLS instructor preferred - Adult learning knowledge required. - Demonstrated ability to utilize interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and group facilitator/process skills. - Computer literacy required. Preferred Qualifications: - Recent inpatient and RN Educator experience preferred. - BLS & ACLS instructor preferred. Notes: - Hours and days may need to be adjusted to meet the needs of the department. - Some evenings and weekends may be required. - Frequent travel required to other Kaiser Permanente facilities.2012-04-14 01:51:38United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130998CAIrvine, CA27890837http://kp.jobs/xml/27890837/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Nursing Department Manager, RN Location: Bellflower, CA Through department assistant managers and staff, manages the delivery of nursing services and patient care which meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. Essential Functions: - Through department assistant managers and staff, manages the delivery of nursing services and patient care which meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - With Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and SCPMG staff, develops strategic/business plans to achieve integrated services across the continuum of care. - Manages and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within assigned department and across the continuum of care. - Ensures staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO, federal, state, and local requirements; establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops and monitors department's budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Ensures on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organization's goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety and risk management issues. - Patient Safety: Accountable to promote an organizational culture of safety and ensure appropriate patient safety standards and guidelines are implemented consistently in the delivery of health care to our patients, including but not limited to: JCAHO, National Quality Forum, and Leapfrog. - See Patient Safety Management Accountabilities Addendum for job specific accountabilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually five (5) to six (6) years), including management experience (usually three (3) to four (4) years). - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - BSN or BA/BS in health care or closely related field required. - Master's degree preferred. - Current California RN license required. - CPR certificate required. - **BSN and National Health/Nursing Administration Certification or MSN are required for Pediatric and NICU Departments for facilities that are CCS certified or desire CCS certification. This requirement applies to Bellflower, LAMC, San Diego, Fontana and Orange County. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated interpersonal and management skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Labor and Delivery experience -Manager experience Notes: - Schedule varies, rotating weekends2012-04-14 01:51:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130957CABellflower, CA27890835http://kp.jobs/xml/27890835/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Manager Utilization Management Location: Bellflower, CA Manages the day-to-day operations of the Utilization Management Program in the Service Area or a Medical Center. Ensures cost effective & quality patient care by appropriate utilization of resources. Provides direction to staff which may include Outside Utilization, Extended Care, Bed Placement, Discharge Planning, Transportation, & others as assigned. Essential Functions: - Assists in developing & maintaining policies & procedures for the Service Area or Medical Center related to Utilization Management - Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary teams to plan & coordinate care across the continuum - Coordinates & manages members' care with non-KFH hospital facilities & providers - Identifies risk management & quality of care issues across the continuum - Surfaces issues & any suggestions to the appropriate multi-disciplinary team members - Manages transportation program to ensure appropriate utilization of resources which meet Health Plan guidelines & patient needs - Assures compliance with Federal, State, JCAHO, NCQA, other regulatory agencies, & internal standards & requirements - Provides direction to staff regarding utilization review, care coordination, discharge planning, & other services across the continuum of care - Assists in conducting statistical studies in utilization trends, patterns, & outcomes - Hires, trains coaches, disciplines professional & clerical support staff Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - At least three (3) - five (5) years of experience in utilization management and discharge planning in an acute care setting which also includes previous supervisory or management experience - BSN or BA or BS degree in healthcare related field such as management, health services administration - Current California RN license - Demonstrated knowledge of operations and healthcare management; JCAHO, Title XXII, Medicare, MediCal, and other local, state and federal regulations - Knowledge of managed care operations - Demonstrated interpersonal, negotiation, and management skills - Good oral and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications: - Master in Nursing with focus on administration, business or related health field; certification in Case Management; - Previous supervisory/management experience in a managed care setting. - Knowledge of health plan guidelines and other Utilization Management inpatient regulatory requirements, e.g., IM, Denial Letter process, AB 1203, core measures. - Experience working with data base and experience with statistical trends, patterns and outcomes.2012-04-14 01:51:37United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130959CABellflower, CA27890836http://kp.jobs/xml/27890836/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Sr. Learning Consultant Location: Pasadena, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Assesses and analyses training and development needs across a broad spectrum of positions and geographic areas, usually for a single large functional area or program-wide initiative. Develops strategic plans for development of training curricula, professional development and technical programs. Conducts and/or coordinates the programs. Works independently with significant latitude to make decisions. Essential Functions: - Consults with leaders of major constituency groups within the organization to assess, trend and analyze the learning needs of employees across the region based on current and future strategic plans. - Develops, implements and coordinates management training programs. - Serves as a master trainer providing training and coaching to trainers and learning consultants. - Monitors, evaluates and makes leveraging recommendations about the cost effectiveness and quality of learning programs. - Plans, advocates for and implements the deployment of regionwide strategic learning systems. - Evaluates, selects, retains and brokers a pool of internal and external training consultants, with diverse expertise to provide leveraged training of a specialized and/or technical nature. - Evaluates, selects and deploys computer based training programs regionwide. - Stays abreast of learning, training and development research including theory, motivation theory and new materials, methods and techniques.. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Masters Degree, or six (6) years of equivalent work experience in Behavioral Sciences, Education or related field. - Extensive experience designing and administering education and training programs for a diverse client group with limited resources. - Previous experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. - Expertise in the principles of group dynamics, adult learning theory and training and development techniques. - Outstanding verbal communication and presentation skills. - User knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet software. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Executive level engagement (influence and planning). - Learning strategy development. - Adult learning principle application. - Group facilitation. - Instructional design and development abilities. - Vendor contract negotiation. - Executive level communication (written, verbal, and presentation) skills. - Blended learning capabilities. Notes: - Maytravel25% of the time.2012-04-14 01:51:36United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130924CAPasadena, CA27890833http://kp.jobs/xml/27890833/jobUSAFontanaTitle: Home Health RN/PHN - Fontana - Pall Care - PT 12p - 830p Location: Fontana, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualification: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS Certification - One (1) year recent (within past three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in a licensed Home Health and/or Hospice agency as an RN/PHN. - Current California Driver's License and a clear driving record for the past two years. - Proof of automobile insurance as required by law. Preferred Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, BSN preferred. - Two (2) years Med/Surg experience in an acute inpatient facility and one (1) year full-time home health/hospice. - Experience within the last three (3) years with a licensed Home Health Agency. - Medicare regulations, JCAHO, Title 22 requirements, Home Health case management. - Effective communication skills (written and oral) in English. - Competent in care of infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult,geriatric. - Ability to interact well with external and internal customers, high level of clinical skills. - Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly in a customer-focused professional manner. - Can demonstrate competency in generic and unit specific skills before completion of the probationary/trial period. - Computer skills Notes: - Rotating Weekends. - Reliable automobile. - Heavy travel in the Riverside/San Bernardino counties and heavy paperwork. - Patient home visits to large service area. - Hospice or Home Health experience in the last three (3) years in a licensed certified Home Health Agency meeting Title XXII regulations and JCAHO standards required.2012-04-14 01:51:18United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130418CAFontana, CA27890828http://kp.jobs/xml/27890828/jobUSADowneyTitle: Registered Nurse First Assist Location: Downey, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - Three (3) years recent (within the past 5 years) full-time equivalent experience in the operating room, including both the scrub and circulating roles. - Nationally certified operating room nurse through the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) or an accredited program. - Successful completion of a structured RNFA course and completion of 20 hours or 10 cases of proctoring by the sponsoring surgeon. - Current ACLS card required. - The ability to take call within a 30 minute response time.2012-04-14 01:51:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130311CADowney, CA27890827http://kp.jobs/xml/27890827/jobUSAHarbor CityTitle: Intern Pharmacist - (KK-1209) Location: Harbor City, CA Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification. Essential Functions: - Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served - Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy - Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures - Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures - Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary - Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system - Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients - Participates in quality management programs - Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing - Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department - Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel - Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment - Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards - Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner - Performs other duties as required - Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California - Excellent verbal & written English-speaking communication skills - Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services - Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan - Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment - Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 WPM - Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate with co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching MUST PASS BACKGROUND CHECK Notes: - PR# KK-1209 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required.2012-04-14 01:51:12United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129906CAHarbor City, CA27890823http://kp.jobs/xml/27890823/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Ambulatory Care Pharmacist - (JMV-6816) Location: San Diego, CA Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services using approved protocols in collaboration with other health professional. Includes managing patient drug therapy, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Promotes high quality, evidence based, cost-effective pharmaceutical care. Performs these duties in the clinical areas assigned. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Conducts patient medication history inquiries upon referral from physicians and other medical personnel. - Given a diagnosis, synthesize a treatment plan, which may include drug therapy and lifestyle modifications, and transition within the continuum of care settings. - Identifies, resolves, and prevents potential and actual medication-related problems including: untreated indications, improper drug selection, sub-therapeutic dosage, overdose, failure to receive medication, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, and medication without indication. - Under protocol, initiates, adjusts, monitors, and recommends changes in drug therapy based on information obtained through patient interviews, objective monitoring parameters, review of drug profiles and the patient medical record. - Coordinates and interprets laboratory monitoring of drug therapy, including serum drug levels, electrolytes, and other approved drug-related laboratory testing. - Provides patient monitoring for the purpose of evaluating and optimizing patient outcomes, drug utilization and patient compliance, detecting and/or minimizing ADRs, eliminating unnecessary drug use and duplication. - Provides patient education related to the individual's disease state, including predictable actions, side effects, reasons for proper compliance, and any special instruction. - Assure ongoing performance improvement of the pharmaceutical care services provided. - Provides education to providers and staff via presentations, newsletters, formal utilization reviews, and one-on-one interactions. - Performs other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Successful completion of a pharmacy practice residency or ambulatory care residency, or equivalent clinical experience in direct patient care delivery. - American Heart Association (AHA) approved Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within the probationary period. - Current California Pharmacist license required. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Advanced residency, fellowship or board certification, preferred. - A doctor of pharmacy (Pharm. D.) degree, preferred. Knowledge Required: - Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease state management, age appropriate therapy, and other information as it pertains to medical or pharmaceutical care management plan. - Expertise in drug utilization review. - Federal/State laws/regulations regarding delivery of pharmacy services and the scope of practice of a pharmacist. - Working knowledge of aseptic techniques & preparation of sterile IV products & chemotherapeutic agents, as required. - Emergency medication & drug monitoring, as required. - Sources of current drug information and medical literature. Skill/Abilities Required: - Ability to extract pertinent information from patient/other sources for a medical management plan. - Teaching ability and evaluation. - Effective verbal/written communication skills at appropriate level. - Learn & operate pharmacy computer system (s) & other equipment and software. - Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills. - Demonstrated ability to work with others on the patient care team. Notes: - PR# JMV-6816 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required2012-04-14 01:50:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129797CASan Diego, CA27890821http://kp.jobs/xml/27890821/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Ambulatory Care Pharmacist - (JMV-6815) Location: San Diego, CA Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services using approved protocols in collaboration with other health professional. Includes managing patient drug therapy, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Promotes high quality, evidence based, cost-effective pharmaceutical care. Performs these duties in the clinical areas assigned. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Conducts patient medication history inquiries upon referral from physicians and other medical personnel. - Given a diagnosis, synthesize a treatment plan, which may include drug therapy and lifestyle modifications, and transition within the continuum of care settings. - Identifies, resolves, and prevents potential and actual medication-related problems including: untreated indications, improper drug selection, sub-therapeutic dosage, overdose, failure to receive medication, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, and medication without indication. - Under protocol, initiates, adjusts, monitors, and recommends changes in drug therapy based on information obtained through patient interviews, objective monitoring parameters, review of drug profiles and the patient medical record. - Coordinates and interprets laboratory monitoring of drug therapy, including serum drug levels, electrolytes, and other approved drug-related laboratory testing. - Provides patient monitoring for the purpose of evaluating and optimizing patient outcomes, drug utilization and patient compliance, detecting and/or minimizing ADRs, eliminating unnecessary drug use and duplication. - Provides patient education related to the individual's disease state, including predictable actions, side effects, reasons for proper compliance, and any special instruction. - Assure ongoing performance improvement of the pharmaceutical care services provided. - Provides education to providers and staff via presentations, newsletters, formal utilization reviews, and one-on-one interactions. - Performs other duties as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Successful completion of a pharmacy practice residency or ambulatory care residency, or equivalent clinical experience in direct patient care delivery. - American Heart Association (AHA) approved Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within the probationary period. - Current California Pharmacist license required. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Advanced residency, fellowship or board certification, preferred. - A doctor of pharmacy (Pharm. D.) degree, preferred. Knowledge Required: - Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease state management, age appropriate therapy, and other information as it pertains to medical or pharmaceutical care management plan. - Expertise in drug utilization review. - Federal/State laws/regulations regarding delivery of pharmacy services and the scope of practice of a pharmacist. - Working knowledge of aseptic techniques & preparation of sterile IV products & chemotherapeutic agents, as required. - Emergency medication & drug monitoring, as required. - Sources of current drug information and medical literature. Skill/Abilities Required: - Ability to extract pertinent information from patient/other sources for a medical management plan. - Teaching ability and evaluation. - Effective verbal/written communication skills at appropriate level. - Learn & operate pharmacy computer system (s) & other equipment and software. - Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills. - Demonstrated ability to work with others on the patient care team. Notes: - PR# JMV-6815 - Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required2012-04-14 01:50:59United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129798CASan Diego, CA27890822http://kp.jobs/xml/27890822/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Health Info Coder II Location: Panorama City, CA Under general supervision, is responsible for accurate coding of all inpatient & outpatient services, procedures, diagnoses & conditions, working from the appropriate documentation in the medical record. Classification systems include ICD-9-CM & CPT as well as other specialty systems as required by diagnostic category. All work is carried out in accordance w/ the rules, regulations & coding conventions of the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD9, OSHPD, & KP Coding Guidelines. Verifies/corrects abstracted demographic & clinical data. As needed, Coder II's may be required to assist & be a resource for data integrity & the work of Coders I and/or other employees in the Health Information Management Department who need instruction & assistance in coding e.g., defining charts by diagnoses or procedures. May also be required to provide professional guidance, advice & instruction to Coders I. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Maintains timely coding & abstracting productivity & quality standards - Review medical records to identify diagnoses/procedures - Independently organizes & prioritizes all work to ensure that records are coded in time frames that will assure compliance w/ regulatory requirements - Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of all procedures concerning the sequencing of diagnoses, procedures such as but not limited to those outlined in ICD-9-CM, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set & Medicare Guidelines - Demonstrates knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology to interpret general medical classifications for coding discharge data including the most complicated encounters/cases - Assigns Codes - Codes all diagnostic & operative information from the medical record using ICD-9-CM & CPT coding classification systems & independently quality checks own work - Selects the DRG for each inpatient case - Optimizes hospital payment legitimately & ethically by utilizing approved coding guidelines & conventions - Reviews DRG discrepancies from the fiscal intermediary to ensure the appropriate per case DRG assignment - Verifies & abstracts, all medical data from the record to complete a data abstract on each hospital encounter - Corrects data as appropriate - Ensures that all data abstracted is consistent w/ guidelines outlined by JCAHO, OSHPD & regional & local policies - Completion of Medical Records - Interacts w/ physicians to clarify & accurately document patient diagnostic & procedural information through a query process - Enters patient information into the computerized inpatient & outpatient medical record databases, ensuring the accuracy & integrity of the medical record abstract data prior to transmitting case to Government Reimbursement for billing - Ensures timely record availability by meeting established coding & abstracting productivity standards - Independently conducts medical record documentation auditing to monitor physician compliance w/ regulatory requirements i.e., Physician Review Project - Confidentiality/Security of Systems - Maintains & complies w/ policies & procedures for confidentiality of all patient records - Demonstrates knowledge of security of systems by not sharing computer logons - Other Duties - Answers the telephone promptly & identifies themselves & the department - Trains & instructs employees as appropriate - Acts as an expert resource person to other coders & personnel in other hospital departments regarding coding questions & issues - May perform other duties as assigned by supervisors Qualifications: Pay Grade:15 Basic Qualifications: - Requires one (1) of the following current credentials: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - Completion of classes in Medical Terminology, Anatomy/ Physiology, ICD-9 and CPT coding conventions conforming to standards established by the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), American Medical Association, CMS or successful completion of an AAPC or AHIMA accredited coding certification program - Obtain a passing score on a KP HIM Coder II coding Assessment - Keyboarding skills Notes: - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need.2012-04-14 01:50:57United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129711CAPanorama City, CA27890818http://kp.jobs/xml/27890818/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr. Strategy Consultant II - KPIF and SBU (Oakland, CA or any KP Region) Location: Oakland, CA Sr. Strategy Consultant II - KPIF and SBU Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA or any KP Region This position is responsible for managing the development of LOB(line of business)strategies and for translating those strategies into cohesive annual business plans encompassing product and pricing, marketing and promotion, and distribution tactics. This position provides thought partnership to regional, national and shared services leaders on large-scale strategic issues. Thought partner with business line leaders to identify large-scale market strategy issues. Contributes to overall department objectives/goals based on 'global knowledge' of industry and organizational strategic issues. Represents Team's work to Health Plan and PMG senior leadership (CA HPLT, JOG, NLT, etc.) Assists the Director and ROC (Regions outside of CA)LOB Leadership with development of LOB Strategy. Acts as SME for assigned regions on the External environment and Internal Performance. Combines this knowledge with strong. Understanding of industry to provide thought partnership on strategic matters. Influences the establishment of regional 3-year and 1-year performance goals. Working directly with Regional teams for assigned regions and with appropriate National and Shared Services functions, manages development of annual tactical business plans and budgets. Manages gathering and analysis of data to support product planning. Provides meaningful thought leadership on competitive and market trends that help craft effective product portfolio strategies and plans. Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives Involves a high degree of interpretation and analysis of complex and sometimes inconclusive data. Exercises considerable judgment to make decisions for less defined and complex issues. Requires high-level of judgment to make appropriate decisions for diverse, sophisticated, and undefined issues. Requires significantly complex decision-making. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Maintains relationships with business line strategy teams across the Regions to support resolution of key strategic issues. Develops and maintains positive relationships with and represents work to Regional and National/Shared Services Leadership to ensure that all efforts are aligned on behalf of assigned regions. Partners with Financial Planning, Actuarial, Pricing and other shared services to design and execute the annual planning cycle. Successful execution of responsibilities will require management of employees across several disciplines and regions who do not report into this position. Influences others to buy into new concepts and methodologies. Provides on-going coaching, enabling team members to develop and improve skills and capabilities that support the effectiveness of the department/function. Serves as a technical/professional mentor to team members. Provides performance input and recommendations to management for development/training plans and/or performance reviews. Thorough knowledge of membership, rates, financial, economic and competitive data. Proven ability to contribute to the development of new market strategy concepts, techniques, and standards. Considered functional expert in market strategy within KP. Employs expertise as a generalist or specialist Develops solutions to a diverse range of complex market strategy problems, which require creativity and innovation within broadly defined policies and practices. Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions for more complex problems Qualifications: Basic Qualifications - Minimum: Ten (10) or more years of related experience OR master's degree and six (6) or more years of experience. - Advanced knowledge (broad expertise or unique knowledge) of membership, rates, financial, economic and competitive data. - Develops advanced market strategy concepts, techniques, and standards. - Develops new applications based on professional principles and theories. - Viewed as market strategy expert in field within KP. - Applies advanced principles, theories, and concepts. - Contributes to the development of innovative principles and ideas. - Highly skilled in MS Excel, Access and other databases. - Must know how to manipulate databases such as MS Excel and/or Access, as well as manipulating reports and generating reports. - Thorough knowledge of membership, rates, financial, economic and competitive data. - Proven ability to contribute to the development of new market strategy concepts, techniques, and standards. - Employs expertise as a generalist or specialist - Develops solutions to a diverse range of complex market strategy problems, which require creativity and innovation within broadly defined policies and practices. - Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions for more complex problems Preferred Qualifications: -Master's degree preferred (Business, Public Health, etc.) -Considered functional expert in market strategy within KP.2012-04-14 01:47:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129936CAOakland, CA27890780http://kp.jobs/xml/27890780/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Senior Strategy Consultant I-Market Strategy and Analysis (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Senior Strategy Consultant I-Market Strategy & Analysis Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA or any KP Region DESCRIPTION Market Strategy and Analysis supports senior leadership by addressing strategic issues, including determining the problem definition and structuring the problem solving approach, generally where no precedent currently exists. Issues span several topics and are not restricted to one functional area. Examples include strategy development, market assessments, policy issues, profitability assessments and major implementations. Senior Strategy Consultant I provides consulting, project management, analytic support services, and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. Has responsibility for large complex multi-dimensional analytical and strategy projects. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES Leads 1-2 major market strategy teams concurrently. Proactively identifies key business line issues. Manages multiple complex market strategy/business line issues. Establishes accountabilities within business line strategy groups and facilitates decision making. Leads development of recommendations that determine course of further work and/or organizational change for marketing strategy. Provides professional/technical guidance on market, membership, rates, financial and competitive data to team members. PROBLEM SOLVING ACCOUNTABILITY Involves a high degree of interpretation and analysis of complex and sometimes inconclusive data. Exercises considerable judgment to make decisions for less defined and complex issues. Requires complex decision-making. Develops solutions to a diverse range of complex market strategy problems, which require creativity and innovation within broadly defined policies and practices. Requires in-depth analysis to identify and recommend new solutions for more complex problems KEY RELATIONSHIPS Maintains relationships with business line strategy teams across the Regions to support resolution of key strategic issues. Partners with Financial Planning, Actuarial, Pricing and other shared services to design and execute the strategic and annual planning cycle. Influences others to buy into new concepts and methodologies. Engages in matters requiring coordination across functional lines. COMPETENCIES Thorough knowledge of strategic planning and marketing concepts and practices. Thorough knowledge of market, membership, rates, financial, economic and competitive data. Proven ability to contribute to the development of new market strategy concepts, techniques, and standards. Serves as subject matter/technical expert to Analysts and Market Strategy & Analysis Consultants. Qualifications: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree and 5-10 years related experience Or Master's degree and 2-4 years experience Advanced knowledge of market strategy concepts, techniques, and standards. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office; PowerPoint, Word, Excel; Access and other databases. Must know how to manipulate databases such as MS Excel and/or Access, as well as manipulating reports and generating reports PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS At least 8 years related experience Health Care Industry experience Master's degree preferred (Business, Public Hlth, etc.)2012-04-14 01:46:58United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129929CAOakland, CA27890779http://kp.jobs/xml/27890779/jobUSASan JoseTitle: Service Unit Asst Dept Mgr RN Location: San Jose, CA Assists in managing a large unit or multiple units providing ambulatory services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuums, which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements. Implements & maintains clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Essential Functions: - Supervises the operations of a single or multiple units. - Ensures staff provides the highest quality of care & is in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, & local requirements. - Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members & internal client's expectations. - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Recommends & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care. Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations. - Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff. - Assists in providing on going staff development. Implements & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organizations goals & business objectives & ensure they are met. - Collaborates w/ physician team leader, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department. - Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues. Secondary Functions: - Supervisory accountability for Adult Primary Care Medicine clinics, including the after hours and flu clinic's. - Assistant Manager will supervise approximately 45-50 direct reports. - Participate on several committees, LMP work groups, Quality Goals initiative and special projects. - Collaborates with physicians and other health care providers in establishing, implementing, and maintaining patient care and quality service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops and monitors budgets and resource allocations. -Provides on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policies and procedures which support the organization's goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Manages and resolves human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum of 2 years ofsupervisory experience required. - Previous nursing experience in outpatient care preferred. - Bachelors degree or equivalent years of experience in nursing or health related field. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certification required. - PALS, PEARS and/or ACLS certifications may be required for positions in specific departments. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Significant management or clinical leadership experience in both patient care and healthcare operations (usually 2 - 5 years). - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. - Ability to build relationships with multiple departments and all levels of the operation. - Multitask, prioritize and delegate effectively. - Improve individual and team performance in all areas of department with particular focus on attendance, customer service, quality care and work place safety. - Clinical specialization in area of practice and Project management experience.2012-04-14 01:43:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131135CASan Jose, CA27890734http://kp.jobs/xml/27890734/jobUSABerkeleyTitle: Dir Laboratory Services Location: Berkeley, CA This position is responsible for operational and Quality/Compliance oversight in Histology. This includes routine Histology, Special Stains and Immunochemistry sections, infrastructure/computer systems, and project management support in Anatomic Pathology.Under the administrative supervision of theRegional Laboratory Berkeley Site Administrator. Essential Functions: - Directs and controls the efficient delivery of one or more of the support services (e.g. information processing, specimen management, and client services). - Prepares and monitors department budgets. - Negotiates contracts with vendors, internal support groups, and customers. - Develops pricing strategy for new business ventures and clients. - Recruits, hires, trains, and ensures competency of staff. - Oversees and directshistology staff to meet the rapid changes in services technology. - Directs and coordinates the evaluation of rapid technological advances, such as, in automation and the information technology area, to support business process improvements. - Develops new packages of service deliveries, to meet clients changing business needs. - Directs and implements departmental Total Quality Management. - Participates in the design and evolution of Regional Laboratory and Northern California Region integrated laboratory quality system. - Ensures compliance/regulatory and accreditation agencies' rules and regulations. - Designs, implements, and monitors effective risk control process. Initiates, develops, maintains, and improves system infrastructures such as information networks and courier systems, and client services. - Manages diverse projects in a matrix organizational structure that have regional and program-wide impact. - Develops strategic plans for the integrated laboratory system and the Regional Laboratory that reduces the overall cost of medical care. - Aligns plans with organizational vision and goals. - Develops marketing strategy for new products and new clients. - Provides consultation to regional groups such as sourcing and standard initiatives. Secondary Functions: -Plans, directs, oversees and coordinates operational and infrastructure-related services, including responsibility for personnel, workflow processes, systems architecture and applications that impact the department - Provides leadership and support for managers in responding to expanded service demands and best practices. - Participates in the design of and evolution of Regional Laboratory and Northern California Region integrated laboratory quality system. - Promotes continuously improvement, applying tools and methods used in lean/six-sigma and other established quality practices and strategies. Standardizes and enforces successful practices. Supports and implements ISO 15189 standards. - Directs and/or coleads process improvement projects for region-wide and inter-regional laboratories to ensure effective implementation of leading edge technology and best practices. - Works with Medical Laboratory Director in the development and implementation of Technology Plan. - Participates in the implementation and sustainability of unit-based teams in areas of responsibilities. - Reviews departmental budget and financial needs. - Must be able to work in a LMP and UBT environment. - Requires prolonged use of computer keyboard. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive experience in a high-volume clinical laboratory required (usually ten (10) years). - Five years (5) of experience in a supervisory/managerial position required. - Significant general experience in the service area e.g. anatomic pathology, histology, specimen management, client services, courier services (usually five (5) years). - Master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field, OR master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field, OR equivalent years of experience. - Valid current California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license required. - Certification in areas of Service Specialty, such as Telecommunication, CNA, CNE, and Client Services preferred. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Proven strong leadership and human resource skills. - Demonstrable skills and experience in creating a collaborative work environment and labor management partnership. - Demonstrable experience in project management, quality system management, process mapping, and regulatory compliance. - Demonstrable experience in high level of initiative, good judgement, exemplary interpersonal skills, excellent written/verbal communication skills, excellent presentation, and supporting all levels of internal and external clients in a multi-faceted, culturally diverse, and complex operation. - Demonstrable knowledge and/or skills in budgeting, purchasing, staffing, scheduling, and employee coaching/mentoring. - Knowledge in bargaining union contract applications. - Proficient skills in using various computer applications in document creation, statistical analysis, graphic display, and flow-charting. - Must be flexible in schedules to meet deadlines or operational requirements as needed.2012-04-14 01:43:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131103CABerkeley, CA27890732http://kp.jobs/xml/27890732/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr E Learning Instrl Designer Location: Oakland, CA Designs and develops training curriculum, courseware and tools for web-based training for end-users and on-line resources. Identifies and implements improvements in training curriculum and courseware using standard testing methods, needs analysis, and methods of redesigning training programs. Maintains online training materials. Demonstrated competence in designing E-Learning and computer-based training courses is required. Essential Functions: - Assess, plan, design, develop, and implement professional development training curriculum and courseware for end-users. - Apply advanced project management skills and methodologies to the instructional design process, including assessment, job analysis, course design and development. - Develops Web-based learning and executes web based learning strategies in conjunction with key stakeholders. - Design, conduct and evaluate post instruction outcomes using current learning evaluation methods. - Attend team meetings; track decisions and take ownership of action items that emerge from the discussions. - Author using web-based programs, MS Office suite and HMTL writing program. - Leads strategic efforts to design and script large, complex interactive projects. - Develop E-Learning objectives and assessments. - Develop storyboard/script with text, voice, sound, graphics, descriptions and instructions for production team. - Manage the review and revision cycles. - Report on task and deliverable completions. - Conduct quality assurance testing of produced content. - Ensure consistency with established course design strategies. - Lead, mentor and advise colleagues and peers within the department to achieve team goals. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) - ten (10) years of experience in planning and designing inter-active multimedia training tools, including instructional design, course development, and in project management. - Significant experience, seven (7) + years in using computer based tools in the development, management and the delivery of E-Learning products and in managing knowledge management projects. - BA or equivalent required in instructional design, education, business, communication. - MA preferred. - Proficiency in HTML and applications on the internet required. - Ability to work in a collaborative environment, to multitask, and to work within aggressive time frames. - Have excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Have effective interpersonal and teamwork skills. - Have sound judgment; excellent organizational and client consulting skills. - Must be organized, able to act independently, have an eye for detail and can put ideas into a tangible form. - Able to work with and train people with a wide variety of technical and non-technical skills and backgrounds. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-14 01:43:30United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130986CAOakland, CA27890733http://kp.jobs/xml/27890733/jobUSAUnion CityTitle: QA Utilization Coordinator, (No. 03052012-SNF) Location: Union City, CA Coordinates quality, utilization and risk management activities for the medical center; provides technical, educational, consultative, and coordinating support to assigned areas. Essential Functions: - Assists in the coordination of the quality management/utilization management department activities with other medical center departments. - Acts as a consultant for appropriate departments on quality management, utilization management and risk management activities. - Assists with quality management studies through data collection, data input and report development. - Provides objective assessment of important aspects of patient care through ongoing chart review with pre-established criteria. - Reports all occurrences which may lead to medical center liability and follows up as necessary. - Facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration for development of patient care paths. - Reviews hospital admissions and extended stays for specific hospital departments. - Serves as a member of the QM and/or UM Committees as needed. - Attends and/or participates in committee meetings as needed. - Assists in orientation and training of peers; in formulating and evaluating policies and procedures. - Performs special projects as assigned, such as statistical reports for state, federal, and local agencies. - Assists the director of quality and utilization management for QM and UM in the formulation of department goals and objectives. Secondary functions: - Collaborate in the coordination of the SNF quality management/utilization of EB/GSAA, with the SNF Team, at contracted and non-contracted SNFs (skilled, sub-acute, custodial) for Kaiser Members. - Credentialing/Re-credentialing audits per region, f/u member complaints, quality issues, respond to member case resolution, education and training to SNFs, interface with medical center Quality Dept and Peer Review Committees, present quarterly reports to committees, data entry into MIDAS system of cases for reports to Leadership, stay current on all state and federal legislation, and participate in all service area and regional goals and special projects, per directors/leaderships request. - Collaborate with Skilled Nursing Department in the improvement process for SNF buildings. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3) years of experience in acute care nursing as a RN. - Minimum one (1) year of experience in quality management with demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, statistical analysis, accreditation and licensing processes. - Supervisory experience preferred. - Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field or equivalent work experience. - Must have a current RN license in California. - Valid CA driver's license with personal means of transportation preferred. - Strong problem solving, project management, group facilitation and teamwork skills. - Demonstrated ability to assess or evaluate patient medical records as it relates to quality of care and systems analysis. - Current working knowledge of The Joint Commission, NCQA and Title 22 standards/regulations. - Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theories. - Must be PC literate, Microsoft Office applications preferred. Preferred Qualifications: - Current AHA CPR/BLS Card. - Back ground in quality and long term care, Medicare, DPH, utilization and case management. - Knowledge of Lotus Notes & Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Access. - Minimum of 2 years experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility as an RN and/or Manager. - Preferred: Certification Profession in Health Care Quality (CPHQ).2012-04-14 01:43:29United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130863CAUnion City, CA27890730http://kp.jobs/xml/27890730/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Vision Services Assistant I - Grade 180 (12-015P) - Temporary Location: Pleasanton, CA A Vision Services Assistant (V.S.A.) is a member of the Eye Services team, providing direct support to the providers (ophthalmologists and optometrists) and the Eye Services operation, while working under the direct supervision of the Chief of Ophthalmology or designee(s). The V.S.A.'s primary role will be to enhance to provider interactions with their customers utilizing specific knowledge, objective ophthalmic testing and practicing special technical skills in the Eye Services specialty. The VSA will maximize opportunities for flexible operations within vision services by assisting with provider visits as well as supporting department operations with clerical services (e.g., making appointments, scheduling surgical procedures, taking messages, registering patients, etc.). Essential Functions: - Measures and records intraocular pressure (tonometry), neutralization of spectacles (lensometry), automated visual fields, autorefraction (in preparation for the subjective refraction by the provider), autokeratometry, anterior chamber angles, vital signs, and pupillary response and other objective ophthalmic testing procedures. - Measures complete visual acuity's for all ages and ocular diagnoses, including Snellen charts, HOTV charts, color vision, and stereopsis. Administers topical eye medications per specific physician order in preparation for testing as permitted by state law and regulation. Performs other objective ophthalmic testing and automated image capture as indicated. - Makes and cancels Optometry, Ophthalmology, medical clearances, and diagnostic appointments. Obtains and prepares the appropriate medical information (records, files, forms, diagnostic results) for the provider. Records relevant medical information for the provider (i.e., assessments, plans, interventions, and spectacles) completes forms and other necessary data entry. Documents concise and relevant medical and ocular histories in the medical record. - Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares them for examination. Instructs eye patients by providing relevant information, per provider protocols. Witnesses patient consent signature and signs forms. - Electronically, set up lab, x-ray and other requisitions, as needed. Labels specimen and Pathology Requests forms. Documents the specimens following departmental specific procedures. - Sets up and assists with minor surgical procedures of the eye, as needed by setting up supplies, handling instruments, etc. Anticipate provider needs (preparation of supplies, instruments, and equipment) - Cleans (changing cleaning solutions, as needed), wraps, labels and re-stocks instruments. Maintains equipment and orders/stocks supplies. Orders and maintains inventory par levels of supplies, forms, medications, etc. as needed. Keeps work area clean. - Calls patients with messages from providers and documents disposition. Documents, updates and processes records relating to provider appointments. Performs surgical scheduling functions, as needed. - Answers phones, makes appoints, takes messages. Maintains provider and department files, as needed. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Must be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or an in-house Kaiser Permanente Medical Assistant program, or have at lease one (1) year (1,000 hours or more per year) of experience as a Kaiser Permanente Medical Assistant, or have one (1) year (1 000 hours or more per year) recent experience of assisting physicians or Optometrists in an eye care setting. - High school diploma or general education degree (GED). - BLS. - Must successfully complete PARRS II, AutoReg, and be able to work with electronic medical record system. - Good verbal and written communication skills, including legible handwriting. - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams required. - Knowledge of computer and computer keyboard. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: Mon 8:30am - 12:30pm, Wed & Thurs 8:30am - 5:00pm Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends. Expected length of employment: Up to 90 days.2012-04-14 01:43:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130093CAPleasanton, CA27890726http://kp.jobs/xml/27890726/jobUSAAntiochTitle: Sonographer I, II, III, IV, V (12 AMCRAD-US 05) Location: Antioch, CA Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/ Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. Essential Functions: - Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Prepares and positions patient for examination. - Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. - Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. - Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film. - Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. - Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination. - Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. - Orients new hires. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: Sonographer I, II, III, IV,V: - High School Diploma/GED. - ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers). - BLS required. In addition to the qualifications above: Sonographer I - Must have 1 ARDMS registry in any specialty. - Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely. Sonographer II - Must have 2 ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty. - Must demonstrate competency and perform both specialties routinely. Sonographer III - Must have equivalent of 3 years (6,240 hrs) continuous ultrasound experience within the last 6 years with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 4 years. - Must have 3 ARDMS registries in any specialty. - Must demonstrate competency and perform all 3 specialties routinely. Sonographer IV - Must have equivalent of 5 years (10,400 hrs) recent ultrasound experience within the last 10 years with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 4 years. - Must be registered and competent in 5 ARDMS registries that are performed by the Lab. - Must demonstrate competency and perform all 4 specialties routinely. Sonographer V - Must have equivalent of 5 years (10,400 hrs) recent ultrasound experience within the last 10 years with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 4 years. - Must be registered and competent in 5 ARDMS registries that are performed by the Lab. - Must demonstrate competency and perform all 5 specialties routinely.2012-04-14 01:43:10United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130047CAAntioch, CA27890723http://kp.jobs/xml/27890723/jobUSAModestoTitle: Assistant Department Manager (MCH-ANM-0002) Location: Modesto, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. This position has oversite of the NICU, will require NICUexperience. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 - 60+ employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, and accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required and ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-04-14 01:42:26United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128910CAModesto, CA27890714http://kp.jobs/xml/27890714/jobUSASouth San FranciscoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Ambulatory Care Location: South San Francisco, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care when and where appropriate to do so. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and acts to meet them. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse. - AMBULATORY CARE, GENERALIST - 1 year acute care experience. 6 months recent (within the last 3 years) experience in ambulatory care preferred. - SPECIALTY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program and either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NALS and or PALS and or PEARS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.2012-04-14 01:41:14United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126456CASouth San Francisco, CA27890702http://kp.jobs/xml/27890702/jobUSASan LeandroTitle: Project Manager II - Temporary Location: San Leandro, CA Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Responsible for setting strategic direction of projects and developing project plans. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise for a broad array of issues. This is the second job in a three (3) level Project Manager Ladder. At the second level, the Project Manager is responsible for leading projects of complex scope where analysis of data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within generally defined practices/policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Leads and provides expert technical leadership to highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. - Sets strategic direction of projects. - Develops project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required. - Designs processes to address identified problems. - Establishes team membership and negotiates time commitments and resource allocation. - Provides staff leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver and facilitator. - Cultivates and reinforces appropriate group values, norms and behaviors. - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues. - Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis. - Actively participates or may lead in analyzing data and developing recommendations and action plans. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of project. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Secondary Functions: - Synthesize information from peer project managers to develop detailed project plans which identify key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required to meet transition project goals. - Read, understand and review CPM schedules. - Expert in CPM scheduling techniques. - Synthesize CPM schedules from a variety of sources into one master schedule. - Independently develop detailed MS Project CPM schedule (2003 - 2010). - Provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues through the use of coordinated CPM schedules. - Coordinates with construction team (including the importation of information from Primavera project schedules), transition team, and functional implementation teams to develop and ensure adherence to detailed project plans. - Translate and communicate CPM project schedule in detailed and summary form for Executive leadership, Transition Team, and front line staff. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project scheduling process and outcome. - Accountable for the development of project documentation, specifically CPM schedules and schedule risk assessments, for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices to meet project objectives. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business administration, health care administration, operations research, public health administration or other related field. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Demonstrated ability to determine key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Effective leadership, project management and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Effective interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - CPM scheduling knowledge. ***NOTE: This is a temporary benefited position. Expected length of employment: Up to 2 years.***2012-04-14 01:40:58United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia125529CASan Leandro, CA27890700http://kp.jobs/xml/27890700/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Finance Manager - Infrastructure Finance (Data Center Services, System Integration and Enterprise Engineering, Automation) Location: Pleasanton, CA Financial Manager - Infrastructure Finance - Data Center Services, System Integration and Enterprise Engineering Automation The Financial Manager position, supporting DCS, SI and EEA for the KP-IT Infrastructure Finance team is available at our Pleasanton, CA campus. The Manager position is a client facing role responsible strategic thought leadership with our business partners. It is responsible for supporting the processes that produce the annual budgets, quarterly cost center and regional forecasts, long range financial plans, business cases, and strategic analysis of future IT driven initiatives in the Infrastructure Management team. As the Finance Manager, you will join a strong leadership team directing the work and career growth of experienced financial analysts. The Infrastructure Finance team has developed a very strong and collaborative relationship with the operations teams which you will build upon. In addition, you will provide management and leadership to a team of financial analysts who are responsible for the financial integrity of the various infrastructure initiatives and/or programs. You will be a change management expert and guide the organization to deliver excellence. You and your staff will provide strategic advice and recommendations to IT Senior executive leaders (VP, CFO, CIO) on an on-going basis. You will also present the financial updates to a variety of high level oversight groups at the enterprise level as well as at the regional level. Essential Functions - Lead projects which transform existing processes and/or create new processes - Oversee the development of financial models to support strategic initiatives. - Direct and teach financial analysts to develop business cases and financial models to support strategic initiatives. - Prepare concise and informative presentations for VP-level audiences which demonstrate strong and thoughtful analysis and provide actionable next steps - Be a change agent for strategic planning and process improvement - Supervise month-end financial results, meaningful variance analysis, research and resolution of financial irregularities, and enforce financial transparency. - Develop ad hoc analysis and reporting as needed. - Lead the development and maintenance of performance metrics, measurements, methods, and targets; assist in identifying performance improvement opportunities. In addition, provide ongoing recommendations on the use and interpretation of analysis, reports, methodologies, systems and source data, acting as a significant information resource. - Partner with Finance counterparts in all organizations to improve financial processes, analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. - Lead and supervise ross-functional teams to solve issues - Travel 5 to 10% within the local area or possibly to Southern California. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - A minimum of 10 years of Finance experience. - A minimum of 5 years of financial planning, analysis, and decision support experience. - A minimum of 5 years management experience which includes executive interface and reporting, organization development, change management, and supervisor experience. - Significant experience in business case development for large scale multi million dollar projects. - Must have experience with cost/benefit analysis, cash flow and NPV analysis, scenario and sensitivity analysis for large scale business cases. - Proficient with Excel and Power point presentation. - Experience with benchmarking and market analysis. - Strong knowledge of GAAP and key accounting policies. - Must be a self starter and can operate independently with minimal supervision. - Strong analytical, executive level communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications: - MBA - Knowledge of activity based costing (ABC) and familiar with standard activity costing structures. - Previous working experience in an IT organization. - Knowledge of Kaiser Permanente's systems and financial tools is highly desired including Business Objects and/or Cognos.2012-04-14 01:35:02United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131242CAPleasanton, CA27890642http://kp.jobs/xml/27890642/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Lead Finance Analyst - Infrastructure Program Finance (Regional) Location: Oakland, CA Lead Financial Analyst - Regional Engagement The LEAD FINANCIAL ANALYST supporting Regional Engagement for the KP-IT Infrastructure Program will perform forecasting and long-range financial planning, variance analysis and reporting, interpretation of quantitative information, financial modeling and creating presentations for upper Management review and key decision support. This individual will work directly with regional KP-IT business partners to understand their regional business needs and drivers and report them in a clear and concise manner to KP-IT Management and Program Office. The Lead Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting the processes that produce the regional views of the strategic financial plan, annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, business cases, scenario alternatives, and analysis of related to IT Infrastructure Strategy Program, and its project tracks. Essential Functions: - Assist in the development of financial models, budget, forecasts and long range financial plan to support strategic initiatives - Thorough analysis and interpretation of project track budget, forecasts and long range financial plan - Perform variance analysis and create ad-hoc reports and presentations - Develop financial models and make recommendations to assist project management in key decision-making - Develop and improve/enhance financial reports, models and databases - Review and validate information submitted by both internal and external sources. - Support business case development and analysis - Prepare concise and informative presentations to senior management to inform and to educate/persuade - Be a change agent for strategic planning and process improvement - Participate in the development and maintenance of performance metrics, measurements, methods, and targets; assist in identifying performance improvement opportunities. In addition, provide ongoing recommendation on the use and interpretation of analysis, reports, methodologies, systems and source data, acting as a significant information resource - Partner with Finance counterparts in all organizations to improve financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Lead cross-functional teams to solve issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or 4 years of equivalent work experience - A minimum of 8 years of financial planning and analysis experience in successively responsible roles - Strong analytical and proactive problem solving skills - Excellent demonstrated interpersonal and teamwork skills -Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum of 1 year experience providing financial planning and analysis support to an IT organization or department - A minimum of 1 year of experience developing business cases for large scale multi million dollar projects using cost/benefit analysis, cash flow and NPV analysis - Working knowledge of KP-IT's systems and financial tools - Working knowledge Cognos, Business Objects, SAP, or Hyperion - MBA in Finance - Minimum of 1 year of large capital project finance experience - Minimum of 8 years of related experience in long range planning - General knowledge and understanding of accounting rules and principles - Proven initiative and self-directed style - Proficiency with MS Access. - Effective communication skills, both oral and written - Ability to work under demanding and tight deadlines with a high level of accuracy as both originator and reviewer - Confidentiality concerning all information and projects2012-04-14 01:35:02United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131243CAOakland, CA27890641http://kp.jobs/xml/27890641/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting and Costing Location: Pleasanton, CA Senior Financial Analyst - Financial Reporting and Costing The Senior Financial Analyst position within the Financial Reporting and Costing group is located at our Pleasanton, CA Campus and is responsible for providing reporting and analytical expertise and support to our IT Business Partners. In this role you will develop analytical reporting in support of IT's financial goals as well as ad hoc and change management projects as assigned in a timely and professional manner. You will support the monthly reporting and analysis process across the IT organization, maintaining Service Level Agreements with both internal (IT) and external (KP) clients. You will identify and prepare evaluations on a variety of complex and diverse subjects including formal presentations of IT's financial results through both statistical and operational analysis. You will participate in the development and maintenance of performance metrics, measurements, methods, targets and reports; assist in identifying performance improvement opportunities by identifying key business issues; create financial models and make recommendations. You will partner closely with the IT finance team to improve financial analysis, reporting, and other financial processes. You will not only ensure that proper processes and deadlines are met, but will also develop and implement internal processes and procedures to support and comply with IT finance policy and procedures. Essential Functions: Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: - Support monthly close activities on a monthly basis in a timely manner. Ensure proper processes and deadlines are met, develop and implement internal processes and procedures to support and comply with IT financial policy and procedures. - Prepare concise and informative analysis for internal and external reporting partners. - Partner closely with the IT finance team to improve financial analysis, reporting, and other financial processes. Act as a significant information resource. - Participate in the development and maintenance of performance metrics reporting; assisting in identifying improvement opportunities. In addition, provide ongoing recommendations on the use and interpretation of analysis, reports, methodologies, systems and source data. - Prepare ad hoc analysis and reporting as needed. - May also include identifying, initiating, researching and preparing financial models and/or analysis on a variety of complex and diverse projects and problems (e.g. financial, statistical, operational, and costs/benefit analyses) supporting strategic initiatives. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or 4 years of equivalent work experience. - A minimum of 5 years of financial planning and analysis experience in successively responsible roles including the ability to demonstrate experience modeling and financial data analysis. - General knowledge and understanding of accounting rules and principles. - Experience designing and implementing report modifications and improvements. - Import and export of data and graphics files from multiple databases or data warehouses to develop complex financial and management reports, tables and charts. - MS Office 2007 Suite - requires advanced level proficiency with MS Word, Excel (pivot tables, v-lookup, h-lookup, charts) and PowerPoint. - Strong analytic and problem solving skills; high level of accuracy. - Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with ability to keep track of communications with multiple clients simultaneously. Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of Kaiser Permanente's systems and financial tools desired, including Business Objects Xi and Cognos. - Understanding of IT business rules and how those rules translate into financial systems and financial reporting. - Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team environment. - Excellent interpersonal teamwork skills; service oriented. - Proven initiative and self-directed style.2012-04-14 01:35:02United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131244CAPleasanton, CA27890640http://kp.jobs/xml/27890640/jobUSAPleasantonTitle: Project Management Senior Location: Pleasanton, CA The Health Plan BIO is responsible for managing the delivery of systems and technologies that support Kaiser Permanente's Health Plan strategies and operations. Within the Health Plan, the Membership Systems sub-portfolio supports critical business capabilities such as benefit administration, customer contract management, member enrollment, member dues billing and payment processing and reconciliation. Membership Systems currently supports the California, Ohio, Georgia, Hawaii, Colorado, Northwest regions, and Consolidated Service Centers in Denver, Colorado and San Diego, California. Essential Functions: We are seeking a results driven and customer service focused Senior Project Manager to join our team of dedicated professionals. This position will provide Project Management support to the Program and Product Management team, our regional business partners and Membership Systems Executive management. The Project Manager is accountable for meeting financial and schedule commitments for all IT projects and to communicate effectively with business stakeholders, team members, and KP-IT management to ensure that IT services are delivered according to scope, schedule and budget. You will be required to know or learn KP-IT's program and process methodology, execute it within the established KP and KP-IT organizational framework and mentor other project managers and team members Additionally, the Sr. Project Manager will be required to effectively understand and communicate with team members responsible for both IT infrastructure (networks, servers, desktops) and applications. You must also be a self starter, who is a dynamic and energetic team leader, to identify needed resources, define roles and responsibilities, and ensure assignment of key project participants. Essential Functions: Responsible for overseeing all aspects ofa project, ensuring the delivery of IT solutions and services that provide the highest value in support of our regional and national Business partners. Project planning, Project financial management, Project schedule management,Project resource management, communication. The ability to manage complex, large-scale projects with overlapping schedules and multiple inter-dependencies. The ability to deal with ambiguity and operate in a virtual team environment. Responsible for overseeing projects that may include mainframe, distributed and SOA components. The ability to work within a waterfall or agile methodology. Minimal travel may be required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - B.S. degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or Management Information Systems or equivalent experience. - Minimum 5 years of information technology experience that includes a broad understanding of both IT infrastructure and application projects through professional services consulting and/or project/program management. - Minimum 5 years of progressive experience as a program/project manager that includes managing implementations of large, complex projects with multi-million dollar budgets. - Demonstrated track record in leading multiple teams through both overlapping and sequentially related projects. - Demonstrated strong customer focus and client relationship building skills - Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills - PMP certification Preferred Qualifications: - Healthcare experience is a plus - Healthcare Reform project specific experience a plus - Membership sub portfolio experience a plus - COGNOS forecasting tool experience a plus2012-04-14 01:35:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131108CAPleasanton, CA27890636http://kp.jobs/xml/27890636/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Clinical Specialist II-- Physical Therapist Location: San Diego, CA Under indirect supervision, the CSI provides direct patient care which may include assessment, design of treatment programs, & implementation of treatment programs particularly for those patients presenting w/ complicated physical therapy issues. Additionally, the CSII acts as a resource & a mentor to staff & students in their area of clinical specialty. The CSII arranges for, plan & deliver educational opportunities for internal & external customers both locally & regionally. The CSII assists the department administrator in the development of new clinical programs. The CSII reports directly to the Department Administrator or Assistant Department Administrator. Essential Functions: - Develops & implement in service training programs in areas of expertise for students, staff, & clinicians - Insure cleanliness of assigned area & proper functioning of patient care equipment by following department equipment maintenance policies & procedures. - Demonstrates professional competence in assessing patient's condition at the onset & through all phases of the physical therapy program: - Routinely obtain accurate & complete history through clinical observation & interaction w/ the patient. - Routinely perform appropriate examinations, using specialized evaluation procedures. - Consistently interpret evaluation findings correctly to determine nature & degree of dysfunction. - Routinely take usual & special precautions relative to the age, medical history & condition of the patient & the type of treatment being given. - Consistently establish measurable treatment goals & develop appropriate treatment plans to achieve those goals. - Regularly reassess clinical signs & symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress toward goals, & the need for modification of treatment and/or goals. - Routinely consult w/ the referring physician regarding treatment request which are contraindicated relative to the patient's physical condition or medical history. - Delegate appropriately to support personnel. - Demonstrate skill in the performance of physical therapy skills relative to musculoskeletal & neurological assessment & treatment procedures including: - Testing & treatment of spine & extremities using accessory & physiological joint motions. - Clinical testing to determine muscle strength, reflexes, sensation, coordination, range of motion, & other sensory motor skills. - Clinical analysis & treatment of postural, gait, & ADL disorders. - Administration of modalities & other physical agents. - Administrations of exercise programs/development of patient care programs. - Demonstrate an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of the age group served. Is able to assess data reflective of the patient's status & interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs & to provide care in accordance w/ departmental policy. - Documents clinical activities in a timely, accurate, & comprehensive manner following department policies & procedures. - Establish & maintain courteous, cooperative relations w/ the public, patients, families, staff, physicians, & other personnel. - Develop & implement special classes or clinics for patient population w/in area of expertise in conjunction w/ other members of the rehabilitation department & outside personnel as appropriate. - Assume other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience: Four (4) years of full time experience (2080 hours = 1 year) one of which can be met by enrollment in or completion of an APTA credentialed fellowship program or successful passage of an APTA specialty certification exam. - Completion of an accredited PT training program w/ a certificate, BS, MS, or DPT degree. - Education: 300 hours of specialized education (can be completed via applicable continuing education course work, residency or fellowship hours/course work). - California Physical Therapist Licensure OR eligible. - Current CPR certification. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Completion of Pre-employment & annual physicals. - Completion of annual skills competency assessment. - Understanding/Competence in basic safety & infection control procedures i.e. proper body mechanics, universal precautions. Preferred Qualifications: - Physical therapist with manual therapy skills/background, understanding of various neuro-orthopedic protocols & pathways and knowledge of/ability to employ manual therapy approaches such as: Maitland, McKenzie, Mulligan, Cyriax, etc. Notes: - Provides OP Physical Therapy evaluations and treatment at the various PT/OT facilities within the San Diego Service Area (Kearny Mesa, El Cajon, Otay Mesa, San Marcos, San Diego Medical Center). - Responsibilities include oversight of support staff, both clinical and non-clinical, daily documentation, care planning, and treatment progression for neuro-orthopedic patient population. - Under indirect supervision, the CSI provides direct patient care which may include assessment, design of treatment programs, and implementation of treatment programs particularly for those patients presenting with complicated physical therapy issues. Additionally, the CSII acts as a resource and a mentor to staff and students in their area of clinical specialty. - The CSII arranges for, plan and deliver educational opportunities for internal and external customers both locally and regionally. The CSII assists the department administrator in the development of new clinical programs. The CSII reports directly to the Department Administrator or Assistant Department Administrator. - Position may require some weekend IP or OP coverage.2012-04-12 01:52:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130347CASan Diego, CA27828450http://kp.jobs/xml/27828450/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Clinical Specialist II-- Physical Therapist Location: San Diego, CA Under indirect supervision, the CSI provides direct patient care which may include assessment, design of treatment programs, & implementation of treatment programs particularly for those patients presenting w/ complicated physical therapy issues. Additionally, the CSII acts as a resource & a mentor to staff & students in their area of clinical specialty. The CSII arranges for, plan & deliver educational opportunities for internal & external customers both locally & regionally. The CSII assists the department administrator in the development of new clinical programs. The CSII reports directly to the Department Administrator or Assistant Department Administrator. Essential Functions: - Develops & implement in service training programs in areas of expertise for students, staff, & clinicians - Insure cleanliness of assigned area & proper functioning of patient care equipment by following department equipment maintenance policies & procedures. - Demonstrates professional competence in assessing patient's condition at the onset & through all phases of the physical therapy program: - Routinely obtain accurate & complete history through clinical observation & interaction w/ the patient. - Routinely perform appropriate examinations, using specialized evaluation procedures. - Consistently interpret evaluation findings correctly to determine nature & degree of dysfunction. - Routinely take usual & special precautions relative to the age, medical history & condition of the patient & the type of treatment being given. - Consistently establish measurable treatment goals & develop appropriate treatment plans to achieve those goals. - Regularly reassess clinical signs & symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress toward goals, & the need for modification of treatment and/or goals. - Routinely consult w/ the referring physician regarding treatment request which are contraindicated relative to the patient's physical condition or medical history. - Delegate appropriately to support personnel. - Demonstrate skill in the performance of physical therapy skills relative to musculoskeletal & neurological assessment & treatment procedures including: - Testing & treatment of spine & extremities using accessory & physiological joint motions. - Clinical testing to determine muscle strength, reflexes, sensation, coordination, range of motion, & other sensory motor skills. - Clinical analysis & treatment of postural, gait, & ADL disorders. - Administration of modalities & other physical agents. - Administrations of exercise programs/development of patient care programs. - Demonstrate an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of the age group served. Is able to assess data reflective of the patient's status & interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs & to provide care in accordance w/ departmental policy. - Documents clinical activities in a timely, accurate, & comprehensive manner following department policies & procedures. - Establish & maintain courteous, cooperative relations w/ the public, patients, families, staff, physicians, & other personnel. - Develop & implement special classes or clinics for patient population w/in area of expertise in conjunction w/ other members of the rehabilitation department & outside personnel as appropriate. - Assume other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience: Four (4) years of full time experience (2080 hours = 1 year) one of which can be met by enrollment in or completion of an APTA credentialed fellowship program or successful passage of an APTA specialty certification exam. - Completion of an accredited PT training program w/ a certificate, BS, MS, or DPT degree. - Education: 300 hours of specialized education (can be completed via applicable continuing education course work, residency or fellowship hours/course work). - California Physical Therapist Licensure OR eligible. - Current CPR certification. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Completion of Pre-employment & annual physicals. - Completion of annual skills competency assessment. - Understanding/Competence in basic safety & infection control procedures i.e. proper body mechanics, universal precautions. Preferred Qualifications: - Physical therapist with manual therapy skills/background, understanding of various neuro-orthopedic protocols & pathways and knowledge of/ability to employ manual therapy approaches such as: Maitland, McKenzie, Mulligan, Cyriax, etc. Notes: - Provides OP Physical Therapy evaluations and treatment at the various PT/OT facilities within the San Diego Service Area (Kearny Mesa, El Cajon, Otay Mesa, San Marcos, San Diego Medical Center). - Responsibilities include oversight of support staff, both clinical and non-clinical, daily documentation, care planning, and treatment progression for neuro-orthopedic patient population. - Under indirect supervision, the CSI provides direct patient care which may include assessment, design of treatment programs, and implementation of treatment programs particularly for those patients presenting with complicated physical therapy issues. Additionally, the CSII acts as a resource and a mentor to staff and students in their area of clinical specialty. - The CSII arranges for, plan and deliver educational opportunities for internal and external customers both locally and regionally. The CSII assists the department administrator in the development of new clinical programs. The CSII reports directly to the Department Administrator or Assistant Department Administrator. - Position may require some weekend IP or OP coverage.2012-04-12 01:52:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130496CASan Diego, CA27828451http://kp.jobs/xml/27828451/jobUSAVenturaTitle: Psych Social Worker - Bilingual (Oxnard/Ventura) Location: Ventura, CA The Psychiatric Social Worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention and psycho-education to members and/or family members. Must be familiar w/ all aspects of psychopathology and recognize the appropriate and timely clinical treatment intervention needed. The Psychiatric Social Worker may work w/ specific age group as is determined by training and certificate. Must be familiar w/ and have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. The majority of the position will be spent in direct patient care. Essential Functions: - Competencies: Timely and appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment intervention of members. - Appropriate selection of treatment modality to member's presenting problem - Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member and clinical staff. - Provides high internal and external customer/patient satisfaction. - Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies. - Provides appropriate and timely documentation of clinical encounters in member's charts. - Is knowledgeable of KP and community resources. - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care and license. - Maintains license. - Conduct initial interview w/ Members by eliciting and interpreting the psychological and social meaning of complaints. - Determines urgency of member's need. - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation and recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality. - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents and children. - Renders appropriate and immediate guidance and therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services. - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports and letter; phones, writes and visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools relatives, friends to obtain pertinent information. - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants and community resources. - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information and referrals. - Proficient in identifying and treating the span of developmental stages. - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group family and child therapy. - Complies w/ organizational, departmental, state/federal guidelines and all regulatory agency policies and procedures. - Participates in QM and CQI activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required - Master's degree in a related Behavioral Healthcare field required - Valid and current CA LMFT or LCSWlicense required. - Two (2) years of post graduate experience in a behavioral health setting required. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Knowledge of and ability to utilize current DSM nomenclature required. Notes: - This is a Full-time, variable position - Hours / days are negotiable -Position requires one (1)evening and Saturdays (when clinic expands at end 2012) - May be filled by LCSW or LMFT - Must pass the Bilingual assessment test2012-04-12 01:52:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127011CAVentura, CA27828445http://kp.jobs/xml/27828445/jobUSAVenturaTitle: Psych Social Worker - PD (Oxnard/Ventura) Location: Ventura, CA The Psychiatric Social Worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention & psycho-education to members and/or family members. Must be familiar w/ all aspects of psychopathology & recognize the appropriate & timely clinical treatment intervention needed. The Psychiatric Social Worker may work w/ specific age group as is determined by training & certificate. Must be familiar w/ & have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. The majority of the position will be spent in direct patient care. Essential Functions: - Competencies: Timely & appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning & treatment intervention of members - Appropriate selection of treatment modality to member's presenting problem - Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member & clinical staff - Provides high internal & external customer/ patient satisfaction - Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies - Provides appropriate & timely documentation of clinical encounters in member's charts - Is knowledgeable of KP & community resources - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care & license - Maintains license - Conduct initial interview w/ members by eliciting & interpreting the psychological & social meaning of complaints - Determines urgency of member's need - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation & recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents & children - Renders appropriate & immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports & letter; phones, writes & visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools relatives, friends to obtain pertinent information - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants & community resources - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information & referrals - Proficient in identifying & treating the span of developmental stages - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group family & child therapy - Complies w/ organizational, departmental, state/federal guidelines & all regulatory agency policies & procedures - Participates in QM & CQI activities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Master's degree in Social Work or related behavioral health fieldrequired - Valid and current CA LMFT or LCSWlicense required. - Two (2) years of post graduate experience in a behavioral health setting required. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Knowledge of and ability to utilize current DSM nomenclature required. PreferredQualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Notes: - This is a Per Diem position - Hours per day / days per week vary and are negotiable. - May be filled by LCSW or LMFT2012-04-12 01:52:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia127018CAVentura, CA27828446http://kp.jobs/xml/27828446/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Project Manager - National Compliance, Ethics and Integrity Office (NCO) Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Permanente Project Manager, National Compliance Office Oakland or Pasadena, CA Kaiser Permanente is looking for aProject Managerin Oakland or Pasadena. This person will provide support for the National Compliance Office's projects, assessments, and audits. Essential Functions: Communicates required changes, develops tools to assess risks, and leverages existing workgroups/etc. to facilitate required changes. Responsibilities impact the achievement of key department, functional, or stakeholder objectives. Contributes to the achievement of department objectives. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve department objectives would normally affect expenditures and resources. Involves interpreting and analyzing established concepts and trends. Exercises judgment to make decisions for less defined issues and selects methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Requires moderately complex decision-making. Develops solutions to complex problems. May refer to established precedents and policies. Requires significant analysis to develop solutions for complex problems. Provides professional/technical guidance to team members and stakeholders. Communicates and influences acceptance and adherence to policies, practices, procedures of both an interpretive and non-interpretive nature. Support the team in researching and staying abreast of regulations and statutes. 5-10% travel. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 5+ years of heath care compliance, health care operations, audit, finance, project management, regulatory or public policy development, investigations, information security, or insurance/health plan governance experience - Ability to draft and revise documents including policies, standards, analyses, and reports - 4-year degree or 4 additional years of equivalent work experience - Excellent written/verbal communication skills - Ability to draft and revise documents including policies, standards, analyses, and reports - Project management skills Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of healthcare and/or compliance - Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Lotus Notes2012-04-12 01:51:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130979CAOakland, CA27828427http://kp.jobs/xml/27828427/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Management Development Consultant (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA Management Development Consultant (Oakland, CA) Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA Responsible for leadership development consulting for assigned regions or NLT client groups.Develops and implements appropriate strategies, tools, and process to identify and develop executive talent to meet business needs.Provides expertise executive development to build leadership capability, depth, and diversity.Contributes to, and may lead the design of tools, processes, and programs to support talent assessment, development, and succession management for the program. Essential Functions: - Consults and collaborates with leadership development resources in the Regions and Functions to plan, support and conduct leadership review and succession management activities. - Partners with Regional and Functional leadership development resources to develop Regional and Functional leadership development plans to meet national leadership development and succession management goals and timelines. - Develops, implements and manages program-wide leadership development processes, tools, and programs. - Provides support to create development plans appropriate to the needs and potential of individual leaders. - Trains, consults with, and supports leadership development resources in the Regions and Functions on leadership development & succession management processes and tools. - Must influence others to buy into and support new concepts, tools, and approaches. Often works closely with HR Business Partners and at times with senior executives. - Encounters a range of complex problems. Must use knowledge, expertise and collaborative approach to achieve results in variable situations. Development of new programs requires definition of need, research of best practices, and creation of highly practical and effective solutions. - Exercises sound judgment. Must decide when to maintain process and when to seek additional senior input and support. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 5 years of experience in leadership development and/or organizational development in large, complex environments of which 3 years should be directly related to talent assessment, development planning, succession planning and coaching. - Demonstrated expertisein talent assessment, job analysis, consulting, competency modeling and behavioral interviewing. - Understanding of large, complex organizations. - Minimum of a Master's degree in a related field (Organizational Development, Psychology, Human Resources). Preferred Qualifications: - 5 years of experience in leadership development and/or organizational development in large, complex organizations of which 4 years should be directly related to talent assessment, development planning, succession planning and coaching. - Experience in health care delivery and experience in other industries highly desired. - PhD desirable but not required.2012-04-12 01:51:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131045CAOakland, CA27828430http://kp.jobs/xml/27828430/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Investigation Specialist III (Oakland, CA) Location: Oakland, CA In support to National Functions HR, investigates workplace complaints of violation of policy or law w/in the NationalBusiness Units received through the KP National Compliance Hotline or through other internal channels. Nature of investigations will vary in scope and seriousness, such that failure to investigate might subject the organization to serious legaland financial risk. Complaints to be investigated may include, amongst other categories, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, inappropriate mgmt practices, hostile work environment, workplace violence, and unfair treatment. Assesses, analyzes and draws conclusions from investigative evidence. Develops and presents investigative findingsand recommendations for corrective action to HR Business Partnerand management, as approp. Identifies opportunities for systemic corrective action, and recommends changes to policies or operational practices and/or implementation of training to reduce recurrence of complaints. Serves as HR National Functions subject matter expert on investigative practice. Some national travel may be required. Essential Functions: - Handles most complexand difficult investigations - Conducts investigations and develops draft responses to external agency EEO discrimination charges for review by legal counsel - Provides consultative services to investigation specialist HRCs and managers - Conduct of investigations: Strategies w/ Legal and HR business partners on investigation - Leads and coordinates investigations requiring multiple investigators - Reviews and edits draft position statements and investigation reports prepared by subordinate staff - Investigates the most complex/serious workplace complaints of violation of policy or law w/in the National Business Units received through the KP National Compliance Hotline or through other internal channels - Nature of investigations will vary in scopeand seriousness,and may include, amongst other categories, investigation of complaints of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, inappropriate mgmt practices, hostile work environment, workplace violence,and unfair treatment - Independentlyand w/ discretion, formulates plan, processes,and timetables to conduct accurate, completeand thorough investigations w/in specified timeframesand according to specified quality standards - Identifies, gathersand preserves relevant hard-copyand electronic documentsand other evidence for the investigation - Assessment of evidence: Reviews, interprets, analyzesand evaluates statements, documentsand physical evidence collected during the investigation - Developsand applies knowledge of employment discrimination laws, whistle-blowing laws, rules of evidence (e.g., hearsay, legal privilege)and other laws to investigation plan, investigationand report/response - Assesses credibility of witnessesand makes determinations regarding violations of law or KP policy - Developmentand presentation of investigative findings: Prepares comprehensiveand accurate factualand analytical investigative reports to management, human resources, and/or legal counsel - Partners w/ Human Resourcesand legal counsel to Influence senior mgmt, regarding appropriate corrective action resulting from investigative findings - Subject matter expertiseand education: Evaluatesand identifies KP training needs on an ongoing basisand partners w/ HR Consultingand Legal to developand provide training for supervisors, managersand employees on conflict resolution, effective navigationand management of workplace environment issues,and investigative process - Assume other duties as assigned Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum eight (8) years of experience with progressive responsibility in Human Resources, to include a minimum of three (3) years direct responsibility conducting employment-related investigations, and other relevant case management and investigation experience - Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Human Resources or directly related field, OR bachelor's degree with equivalent experience - Expert working knowledge of applicable state and federal employment laws and regulations - Demonstrated experience and skill in developing and conducting training programs - Demonstrated experience and skill in conducting complex employment-related investigations and drafting reports on investigations - Demonstrated experience and skill in the application of conflict resolution techniques in complaint resolution procedures - Established ability to identify, analyze and differentiate investigation issues and processes in employee complaints - Ability to work independently, influence change, and compile analytical data and trend analysis - Excellent interpersonal skills (i.e., verbal and written communication) - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-04-12 01:51:56United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131037CAOakland, CA27828429http://kp.jobs/xml/27828429/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Manager Environmental Services Location: San Francisco, CA Manages the 24 hour environmental services operations of a Medical Center and attached and/or detached Medical Office Building(s). Develops and implements efficient/productive cleaning methods, supervises environmental services and grounds-keeping staff, manages administration of training programs, customer relations, and budget administration. Ensures compliance with standards and regulations. Essential Functions: - Manages the daily operations of the department. - Regulates daily activities of staff, providing necessary guidance and support to maintain quality performance standards. - Interviews and selects environmental services personnel and oversees staff training and development as outlined by EVS policies and procedures. - Monitors operational programs, assuring that buildings are maintained in a safe, clean, and operationally effective condition. - Supervises environmental services and grounds keeping employees to ensure that work techniques, quality assurance standards, department policies and procedures and job specifications are adhered to. - Administers annual competency assessment process. - Develops, initiates, and maintains EVS departmental policies/procedures relative to OSHA, DHS, The Joint Commission, NFPA, OSHPD, and other governing agency regulations and standards. - Documents staff training to ensure full program compliance. - Communicates and coordinates department activities with those of other departments by attending and participating in medical center, Local Market and regional committees such as peer groups, safety, disaster, infection control, interior design and recycling committees. - Evaluates new products while adhering to National Purchasing Organization guidelines and national Facility services standards. - Maintains up to date knowledge of latest environmental trends, products and regulatory requirements necessary to deliver efficient and effective environmental services. - Assists Facility Services Manager in preparation of department budgets. - Identifies opportunities to decrease costs and increase service levels. - Identifies and implements best practices to generate new and innovative ideas to improve service and reduce costs. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Previous supervisory background specific to healthcare or hospitality, usually five (5) years, required. - Prior supervisory experience in a union environment required. - Experience with PC based word processing, and spreadsheet applications required. - Bachelor's degree in management preferred OR equivalent practical industry experience, usually five (5) years. - American Society for Healthcare Environmental services (ASHES) or International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) Certification preferred. - Knowledge of medical and hazardous waste regulations, health facilities and their unique cleaning requirements preferred. - Excellent communications skills and ability to communicate effectively with a diverse workforce. - Functional knowledge of infection control techniques, sanitation protocols, and cleaning methods required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-12 01:51:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130699CASan Francisco, CA27828401http://kp.jobs/xml/27828401/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Physical Therapist (120191) Location: Santa Clara, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the Rehabilitation Services Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. - Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. Implements the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrates progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Secondary Functions: - This position will be for inpatient physical therapy. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - License to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI, or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date). -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Must be able to work both inpatient and outpatient settings and willing to work in either setting to meet operational needs.2012-04-12 01:51:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130709CASanta Clara, CA27828403http://kp.jobs/xml/27828403/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Assistant Department Manager LandD 40/hr Noc (Em101) Location: San Francisco, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Three to five year's Perinatal experience (tertiary care preferred) within the past 5 years. - One year of management experience preferred. - Demonstrate knowledge and application of management skills such as customer satisfaction, personnel managerment, and fiscal management. - Exceptional communication , organization and problem solvings skills. - Demonstrated ability to handle multiple and complex tasks. - Demonstrated ability to work with multi-level staff. Schedule: 40 hours per week, night shift, with rotating weekends.2012-04-12 01:51:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130736CASan Francisco, CA27828408http://kp.jobs/xml/27828408/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Project Manager III, (Temporary) Location: Oakland, CA Under general direction, provides leadership to two or more Project Managers. Ensures strategic directions of projects are in line with organizational business plan. Ensures various project teams provide high quality and cost effective project management, analytic support services and technical expertise. May also manage a team committed to achieving specified goals of a highly visible, complex and multi-faceted project. This is the third job in a three level Project Manager Ladder. At this level, the Project Manager is responsible for providing leadership to lower level Project Managers. This position works on problems of complex and diverse scope where analysis of data requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. Projects assigned are broad in scope and may involve multiple functional areas and/or span across service areas. Position will exercise judgment within broadly defined policies in developing methods and techniques for obtaining results. Essential Functions: - Provides leadership to two (2) or more Project Managers. - Facilitates resolution of major problems encountered by Project Managers. - Works with senior management to negotiate major revisions in time commitment and resource allocation. - Ensures strategic direction of projects are in line with organizational business plan. - Provides general oversight, leadership and technical direction. - Provides leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants. - Motivates team members and facilitates team meetings. - Acts as liaison, problem solver and facilitator. - Accountable for the development of project documentation for senior executives and other key clients to facilitate sharing of project outcomes and best practices. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Establishes procedures regarding implementation of project outcome. - Assesses project impact on workforce. - May include developing training program for different levels of audiences. - Establishes effective professional business relationships with all levels of management. - Instructs and educates on all aspects of projects. - Coaches and mentors Project Managers; motivates them to maintain a consistent level of excellence in project management and outcomes. - May develop and manage a department, including recruiting, coaching, performance evaluation of staff. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) plus years of progressive experience in specified technical area. - Project management experience in health care preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business administration, health care administration, operations research, public health administration or other related field or equivalent work experience. - Master's degree or clinical licenses (RN, MD, etc.) preferred. - Proven ability to determine key business issues and develop effective action plans from multi-disciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analyses. - Excellent leadership, project management, and consulting skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Six or more years of experience in healthcare operational project management and consulting. - Demonstrated knowledge in the application of project management methodologies and techniques within the healthcare setting. Schedule: Full-Time Temporary, 40 hours pre week Day shift. Monday through Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm. Expected length of employment: April 2012 to August 20142012-04-12 01:51:34United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130749CAOakland, CA27828409http://kp.jobs/xml/27828409/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Senior Cardiovascular Technician - Grade 835 (120169) Location: Santa Clara, CA The position is primarily responsible for assisting physicians in the Cardiology/Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory activities, including diagnostic, interventions and therapeutic cardiac procedures within an inpatient or outpatient environment. Provide technical and analytical support during invasive diagnostic procedures for patients requiring cardiovascular services, monitoring and observing of patients; circulating and hemodynamic monitoring during diagnostic and interventional procedures; pre and post procedure teaching, pre procedure patient prep; emergency interventions. May be required to direct, check and coordinate the work of others. Essential Functions: - The position is primarily responsible for assisting physicians in the Cardiology/Cardiac Catheterization &/or Electrophysiology Laboratory activities, including diagnostic, interventions and therapeutic cardiac procedures within an inpatient or outpatient environment. - Provide technical and analytical support during invasive diagnostic procedures for patients requiring cardiovascular services, monitoring and observing of patients; circulating and hemodynamic monitoring during diagnostic procedures; pre and post procedure teaching, pre procedure patient prep; emergency interventions. - Performs other duties as needed appropriate to scope of practice to meet the needs of the department. - Supervisory Responsibilities:This position may be required to direct, check and coordinate the work of others Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) continuous years of experience as a Cardiovascular Technician with the Permanente Medical Group or four (4) years acceptable experience in other hospitals as a Cardiovascular Technician. - BCLS required, ACLS required. - Demonstrated ability to perform all duties required of the position as determined by the supervisor with limited or no supervision. - Must demonstrate good interpersonal relationship skills and be supportive of collaborative teamwork. - Must be able to take call on a regular rotating basis as a member of the Cardiac team, including flexible hours and weekends. - Demonstrated ability to provide a consistently high quality of service to patients, visitors and staff at all times. - Able to serve as a preceptor and mentor as required. - May be required to direct, check and coordinate the work of others. - Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership Preferred Qualifications: - Current CV Technician certification preferred. - Cardiac scrub experience preferred. - Able to scrub in basic surgical specialties preferred. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-04-12 01:51:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129745CASanta Clara, CA27828397http://kp.jobs/xml/27828397/jobUSAModestoTitle: Staff Nurse II - Inpatient Nursing (LDR-WL101) Location: Modesto, CA The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN's, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. - LABOR & DELIVERY - One year recent experience (within the last 3 years) in L&D with completion of AWHONN L&D course preferred. NRP certification is required. Current ACLS certification may be required in some units. Successful completion of advanced fetal monitoring course preferred within the last 2 years. Successful completion of a Fetal Monitoring Interpretation Competency within the first three months of hire may be required. May be expected to cross train to at least 1 other Maternal Child Health/Family Centered Care area with appropriate certifications. Must complete circulating and recovery competencies as required. Willingness to scrub may be required. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Schedule: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM Week 1: Sun, Thurs, Fri Week 2: Mon, Tues, Sat2012-04-12 01:51:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129317CAModesto, CA27828391http://kp.jobs/xml/27828391/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist - Grade 851 (120168) Location: Santa Clara, CA Reporting to the Manager, Cardiac Cath Lab/Special Procedures, the Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist is responsible for performing a wide variety of specialized invasive cardiovascular diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that assist in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Essential Functions: - Performs specialized & routine diagnostic & interventional radiology procedures. - Assists qualified physicians in fluoroscopic & special x-ray examinations. - Records, stores, retrieves, & analyzes data obtained during procedures. - Monitors the patient to recognize changes in ECG rhythm & pressure, document & immediately communicates to the corresponding physician. - Assists w/ procedures, ensuring maximum compliance to principles of aseptic technique by self & members of the team. - Provides imaging during procedures. - Completes documentation, reports & data entry on computerized exams. - Maintains & evaluates equipment, performs quality control tests, troubleshoots & performs minor repairs as needed. - Sets-up, maintains & monitors IABP equipment. - Acts as preceptor or assist in the training of new staff as well as functions as the department resource person. - Identifies continuous quality improvement issues & assist w/ quality assurance program. - Complies w/ requirements for being on off-hour stand-by coverage for emergent cardiac catheterization in dedicated cath labs or cadiac catheterization & interventional radiology procedures. - Reports for call duty within defined time frames. - Functions independently & autonomously when on stand-by duty. - Demonstrates & applies knowledge in specialty area & takes responsibility to maintain necessary knowledge, skills & abilities. - Completes required continuous training & education, including department specific requirements. - Complies w/ established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood & other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, asbestos, & other hazardous substances. - Demonstrates knowledge & skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to patients served within the unit. - Performs hemodynamic & dysrhythmia monitoring & documentation of procedures, which may include, but is not limited to the following: Right heart cath, Left heart cath, Coronary angiography, Graft angiography, Pulmonary angiography, Menthegine provocation study, IHSS studies, Temporary pacemakers, Permanent pacemaker implantation, Intra-aortic Balloon insertion, Aortic stenosis studies, Valvuloplasties, Patent Foreman Ovale Closures, Intravascular Ultrasounds, Rotablations. - Operates & troubleshoots hemodynamic computer systems including transducer balancing digital imaging transfer, storage, & retrieval systems in addition to dispensing patient CDs to appropriate Hospitals & Physicians. - Familiarity w/ the Crash Cart & the CVT/Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist role in CPR & defibrillation during a Code Blue situation. - Responsible for Quality Control on radiology imaging equipment. - Weekly Fluoroscopy checks & radiation protection for the medical staff & Physicians. - Responsible for monthly statistics & quarterly film badge rotation. - Assists the RN w/ admission process; continuously monitors & assists the physician & RNs during cardiac cath in dedicated cath labs or cardiac cath & interventional radiology procedures. - Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma or GED. - Graduate of an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology. - Completion of sixteen (16) week training program in cardiopulmonary technology upon hire. - Must possess current BLS, ACLS, and California Fluoroscopy Permit. - Must possess a current CRT license. - Knowledge of contrast media (ionic vs. nonionic). - Knowledge of coronary artery anatomy and cardiac physiology in relation to invasive cardiac procedures. - Demonstrated competence with critical thinking, interpersonal, and technical skills. - For a dedicated cath lab, demonstrated proficiency and competency in performing Cardiac Cath and PCI, within six (6) months of hire. - For a combo lab, demonstrated proficiency and competency in performing Cardiac Cath, PCI and Interventional procedures, within six (6) months of hire. - Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties on patients of all ages as determined by employer. - Excellent verbal, written and non-verbal communication skills. - History of providing efficient, high quality service to patients in a courteous, caring manner and interacting effectively with co-workers in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Santa Clara Medical Center, as a Cardiovascular Hub, requires positions in the Cardiac Catheterization area to cover standby, at the Hub and at assigned spoke sites. This may include, but is not limited to, the San Jose campus, Fremont campus, and Redwood City campus. Staff may be assigned to work at Fremont, San Jose, or Redwood City Cath labs on an intermittent basis. Work at Fremont, San Jose, or Redwood City will include Interventional Radiology work in addition to Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Training for this position may include working or attending classes at multiple sites. Scheduled days and hours are dependent upon departmental needs and may include holidays and weekends.2012-04-12 01:51:32United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129712CASanta Clara, CA27828396http://kp.jobs/xml/27828396/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Nurse Practitioner II - Pediatrics IBCLC 20/hr Day Location: San Francisco, CA The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager. Essential Functions: - Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing. - Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol. - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy. - Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings. - Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service. - Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols. - Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information. - If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of six (6) months of experience as a nurse practitioner. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty services. - One (1) year experience within the past three (3) years as a NP providing care for infants and children. - Master's degree in nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permantente employee who was 'grandfathered in' prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008). - Completion of master's program in Family Practice NP or Pediatric NP required. - Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Credentialing Center, National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties, and National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.) - Current California RN/NP License with California BRN issued Furnishing Number. - Current BLS required. - Must have a NPI and meet Medicare requirements for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number). - Current DEA if required for specialty. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and/or NALS and/or PALS or PEARS may also be required for the position. - PALS and/or PEARS and/or NALS may be required. Schedule: Week 1: Mon & Wed 9:00am - 5:30pm, Fri 9:00am - 1:00pm Week 2: Mon & Wed 9:00am - 5:30pm,Sat 9:00am - 1:00pm2012-04-12 01:51:28United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126924CASan Francisco, CA27828383http://kp.jobs/xml/27828383/jobUSAVacavilleTitle: Sonographer II - Grade 852 Location: Vacaville, CA Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. Essential Functions: - Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. - Prepares and positions patient for examination. - Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. - Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. - Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film. - Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. - Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination. - Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. - Orients new hires. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - High School Diploma/GED. - BLS. - Must have two ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty. - NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire. - Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely.2012-04-12 01:51:27United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia126504CAVacaville, CA27828382http://kp.jobs/xml/27828382/jobUSASan FranciscoTitle: Chronic Cond Mgmt Prog Asst [MEDAPC1] Location: San Francisco, CA The Program Assistant works under the direction of the CCM Manager &/or care/case managers to support the delivery & daily operations of CCM Population & care/case management programs. Support includes, but is not limited to, clerical duties, managing office logistics; facilitating communication w/ members, primary care team staff, & other departments & services, processing & maintaining databases, & maintaining program resources. Essential Functions: - Provides logistical support for classes, group visits, & clinics - Confirms schedule w/ providers & presenters & provides reminder calls/letters to patients - Assists in preparing charts & supplies & assists patients in completing program questionnaire or log as needed - Checks blood pressure, pulse, respiration's, height, weight, peak flows, & spirometry or downloads glucose meters as needed - Conducts visit registration & scheduling of telephone & clinic visits - Coordinates or provides resources for patient-specific prevention activities - Registers members for visits & generates OSCR forms per medical facility policy - Processes referrals, schedule classes, & follow-up appointments as directed by care/case managers - Contacts overdue patients by phone or letter at direction of care/case managers - Maintains computer databases, adds, & deletes patients into the Patient Alert System using program guidelines - Manipulates & utilizes data in current patient population, management report system. - Enters patients in care/case management software programs & maintains data as appropriate, e.g., AmCare, Lotus Notes Case Management System, Cholesterol Management Program, MULTIFIT Program, etc. - Maintains Access or Excel patient logs if used in conjunction w/ care/case management software applications - Manipulates & utilizes data to generate reports & queries as needed. - Maintains daily program operations & prepares, maintains, & provides member packets for enrollment, group visits, classes, &/or clinics - Sends letters to patients and patients' providers & makes copies of program materials, send faxes as needed - Establishes & maintains a department filing system - Answers phone & voice mail, routes messages to appropriate person, & provides call backs to patients relaying responses from care/case manager - Sorts & routes department mail & orders & transfers charts at the direction of care/case managers - Sends memos & progress notes to patient's MD/NPs - Contacts patients by phone or by letter at direction of care/case managers for follow-up - Upon program completion, places patients on booking list for routine follow-up appointment w/ their primary care MD/NP per medical center policy - Orders office & program supplies & works w/ care/case managers & other staff to maintain patient education resources, including inventory, ordering, & distribution - Communicates w/ Schedule Maintenance Department regarding care/case manager schedules Qualifications: - Minimum one-year secretarial and/or medical setting/front office experience required. - High School Diploma/GED . - MA certificate preferred and may be required in certain circumstances. - BLS may be required per medical center policy - Skills and knowledge of Medical Assistant preferred and may be required for a specific program per medical center policy. - Proficient and legible advanced writing, reading, and arithmetic skills required. - A minimum of intermediate tested proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel required, and ability to learn complex software programs, including databases, required. - Keyboarding at least 40 wpm required. - A service orientation and openness to creative and innovative approaches to providing service characterized by cultural sensitivity, respect, and polite communication with patients, staff members, and visitors required. - Strong organization and task management skills required, multi-tasking skills in a busy environment required. - Ability to be self-motivated, to work independently, and to work as a team member required. - The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to be self motivated, to work independently, and to work in a busy environment. - Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - AA in Business or Health related field strongly preferred. - Knowledge of medical terminology strongly preferred. - Knowledge of KP systems (e.g., PARRS, RegPlus, CIPS) strongly preferred. - Knowledge of ordering materials and monitoring inventory strongly preferred. - Good attendance strongly preferred.2012-04-12 01:51:11United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia124779CASan Francisco, CA27828376http://kp.jobs/xml/27828376/jobUSAWalnut CreekTitle: Patient Care Technician - Grade 279 [986] Location: Walnut Creek, CA The Patient Care Technician supports the work of the Registered Nurse to meet the needs of patients in order to provide safe, quality care. Essential Functions: - Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, or designee, the Patient Care Technician assists the work of the Registered Nurse to meet the needs of patients in order to provide safe, quality care. - Working as part of a team w/ the Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Technician participates in providing patient care, including: - Implements progressive mobility guidelines (e.g. patients in chair for meals). - Ambulating, turning & repositioning patients. Uses patient handling equipment in the tasks of lifting, transferring, repositioning & transporting patients. As needed, may also transport patients within the medical center & deliver & pick up specimens & prescriptions. - Assists w/ activities of daily living, including but not limited to: feeding, bathing, toileting, providing water, answering the phone, & oral care. - Within the Patient Care Technician duties & responsibilities & dependant on the patient population, assists the Registered Nurse w/ patient monitoring, including, but not limited to: obtaining, recording, & reporting vital signs, weights, & measuring & recording inputs/outputs. - May perform EKGs as required. - Under the direction of the Nurse Manager or designee, the Patient Care Technician may act as a sitter to ensure that patient safety needs are met. - As a sitter, the Patient Care Technician will assist the registered nurse assigned to the patient in providing care including hygiene, nutrition, mobility, monitoring & engage the patient in diversional & therapeutic activities. - In coordination w/ the Registered Nurse & other medical center staff, will maintain a clean & safe environment by providing a newly admitted patient w/ supplies (e.g. ICS/ Admission Kit), ensuring a clean & tidy bedside, & neat linens. - Performs other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six months (out of the last 3 years) experience in a hospital, clinic or in a SNF/Home Health setting as a nurse assistant, care partner, medical assistant or student nurse w/ one semester in a clinical setting. - Experience requirement will be waived for Patient Mobility Techs who are transitioned into this classification in 2009. - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Current California State Nurse Assistant certification preferred. - BLS Required. - A solid understanding of human anatomy, basic medical terminology, & rehabilitation principles is desired. - Patient Mobility Techs who require training must successfully complete an employer provided training program & will be given 6 months to meet the requirements of the position. Schedule: Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat Week 2: Sun, Thurs, Fri2012-04-12 01:50:31United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia112891CAWalnut Creek, CA27828331http://kp.jobs/xml/27828331/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Lead Project Manager - KPHC Ambulatory IT Location: Pasadena, CA Kaiser Permanente continues to advance the art and science of health care by bringing state-of-the-art tools together with top-notch talent. If you are a creative and analytical thinker with strong organizational, project management and team-building skills, we invite you to consider this opportunity for a Lead Project Manager in the KPHC Ambulatory IT organization. Essential Functions: - Planning, developing, implementing and coordinating the technology components of the KP-IT Southern California HealthConnect Outpatient Ambulatory encounter based and/or interfaces to enable consistent implementation of project processes, project status reporting, issue escalation and client relationship management. - Organizes, analyses, and controls the activities of the project team. - Review and evaluates the work of the staff and provide input to periodic performance reports. - Provides managerial responsibility for one or more teams or departments, which may be managed by employees with formal supervisory responsibilities. - Determines methods and procedures on new assignments, and may provide guidance to other staff. - Provides direct, constructive feedback/ and coaching to team members. - Handles or escalates performance issues. - Assisting in the preparation and documentation of business requirements; supporting business case development; Working with technical staff to develop working technical requirements. - Develops project plans and schedules, track project deliverables, report status and issues, facilitate meetings, and manage communications. - Ensure project deliverables meet client expectations and support stated business requirements. - Develops, monitors and reports on project cost and recharges. - Directly works and/or facilitates problem resolution across multiple project tracks and business units. - Provides coordination, communication and consistent execution of project initiatives. - Manages, resolves and/or escalates project issues. - Monitors and reports on project status in accordance with Regulatory, CDP and BAP requirements. - Develops, monitors and reports on project budgets as well as providing periodic cost and productivity analyses. - Manages change and risk management processes within the Projects. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field OR an additional 4 years of equivalent experience (typically 4 more years in systems analysis, application development, managing medium-scale information technology implementations). - Minimum 6 years of Project Management experience. - Excellent analytical ability and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients, vendors and other IT staffs. - Significant experience working in a collaborative team environment, within a matrixed organization, with a healthcare background. - Demonstrated customer focus, excellent people skills, strategic and critical analysis capabilities, as well as the ability to develop a process and results driven organization within a highly complex environment. - Understanding of or experience in one or more major areas of care delivery is required: - Demonstrated leadership strengths, such as: Ability to influence others; Build strong partnership with others; Team Oriented; Service Oriented; Demonstrate strategic thinking; Ability to deal with people dynamic with some guidance; Ability to resolve conflict with some guidance. - Excellent organization, facilitation, communication, risk management, and negotiation skills. - Strong client relationship management. - Experience in software tools such as Excel, Word, MS Project, etc. - Experience in managing budgets. - Must possess multi-disciplinary leadership capability, a strong customer focus, and excellent people skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in clinical systems is strongly preferred - EpicCare Ambulatory certified is strongly preferred - Desired computer skills include: Project Workbench or MS Project, Lotus Notes, MS Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Access and Excel. - PMI Certified2012-04-12 01:50:15United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia131048CAPasadena, CA27828309http://kp.jobs/xml/27828309/jobUSADowneyTitle: Senior Financial Project Manager - (RS-1203) Location: Downey, CA Provides leadership and consulting services for complex multi-faceted projects across disciplines and functional areas. Identifies feasible project options and presents recommendations to Decision Support Hub Manager and senior management, as appropriate. Works directly with clients to provide project leadership for financial projects such as Hospital Alliances, business process improvements, and capital investment decisions. Exercises judgment within generally defined practices/policies in selecting methods and techniques for pursuing projects and resolving problems. Contributes to the development of the department and leads projects. Essential Functions: - Leads teams in conducting financial analysis and feasibility studies of complex multi-faceted projects. - Key topic areas include medical service delivery, hospital contracting, benefit design, capital investment decisions, departmental financial management, and other projects within the scope of Decision Support. - Conducts very complicated analysis. - Reviews and makes recommendations for the design of financial models. - Oversees preparation of preliminary interpretations of analyses for project teams, clients and/or department management. - Recommends suggested action steps based on analytic findings. - Finalizes reports of recommendations. - Delivers formal presentations of analytic findings and suggested action steps to Department Management and Senior Management. - Supervises other analytical resources on a project basis. - Provides guidance to more junior analysts and develops their skillsets, where appropriate. - Leads projects involving multi-disciplinary teams. - Provides education and management consulting on the use and interpretation of analyses, reports, methodologies, and source data to managers. - Participates as a member of divisional task forces or committees, as assigned. - Develops positive working relationships with peers in Divisional Offices, Services Areas, and Medical Groups to ensure accomplishment of key Finance Department objectives. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance, or related field. - Master's degree highly preferred. - Significant, six (6) or more years of experience demonstrated financial and/or analytical experience with a variety of complex, multi-faceted projects. - Experience in large-scale business planning, feasibility studies, and/or project management required. - Health care experience highly preferred. - Analytical supervisory experience strongly preferred. - Extensive knowledge of several or all of the following: general finance theories and methodologies, Net Present Value, Cost/Benefit analysis, Feasibility studies, large scale business planning, financial modeling, and project management. - Ability to develop these skills in team members. - Proficient with a variety of software applications (spreadsheet, word-processing, graphics etc.) and mainframe systems. - Proven leadership skills in finance, project management, and consulting required. - Must demonstrate effective communication, consulting, presentation, analytical and writing skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Notes: - PR# RS-1203 - Work schedule to vary as required2012-04-10 10:36:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130624CADowney, CA27785008http://kp.jobs/xml/27785008/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Compliance Auditor - OC Location: Anaheim, CA The Compliance Auditor is responsible for partnering with local and regional medical center physicians and operations staff to oversee the quality and accuracy of outpatient coded clinical and administrative data, and to work with Regional Compliance to develop and implement an SCAL Compliance Plan that meets federal and other regulatory standards. The Compliance Auditor is also responsible for synthesizing local and regional audit findings to provide actionable feedback to local administrators and physicians on areas for improvement - this position is expected to use independent judgment and sensitivity when educating physicians on appropriate coding and medical documentation. This position is also expected to identify other review methods to assess coding quality (than traditional coding audits and review) than result in faster feedback to local operations staff and physicians. This position is expected to become an active participant in local and regional continuous quality improvement processes and workgroups, with a strong partnership with the Compliance Analyst , Data Quality Specialists and other medical center analytical groups. Essential Functions: - Assure compliance of operational processes and outpatient encounter data capture throughout Southern California Kaiser Permanente making determinations with respect to appropriateness of documentation, adherence to Federal, State and local regulations. - Partners with ECS DQS's to review regional and local audit findings to identify coding risk areas, and ensure that medical center training activities are addressing these areas. - Identify through focused audits operational and regulatory issues related to coding, documentation, and compliance reguirements, ensuring that appropriate documentation is maintained to comply with Federal and State requirements. - Partner with Compliance Analyst, DQSs and other local analytical workgroups to identify audit trends and risk areas based on audit findings and data analysis - formulate recommendations for future training and areas of education and focus based on findings. - Using independent judgment and sensitivity, review with individual physicians their audit findings and make suggestions for coding improvements. - Monitor coding performance to ensure lasting improvement. - Monitor corrective actions for audit review findings. - Conduct confidential audits for specific providers who represent a risk due to special circumstances or prior audit issues - work with medical center leadership to provide confidential feedback on an 'as needed' basis. - Actively participate in local ECS Oversight Committee and ECS champion physicians to work to resolve local coding issues, ensure compliance with local and regional audit plan and act as communication link regarding changes to federal and state government billing and coding guidelines. - Prepare and/or perform regional and medical center auditing analysis and/or special projects as assigned. - Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures/Compliance Audit Standards to ensure compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory requirements. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Finance/Business, Medical Records Technology, Health Services Administration, Nursing or other Ancillary medical area. - Certification in one of the following: i.e. Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), and three (3) or more years coding experience. - Demonstrated ability to review analytical, data and audit findings to identify coding trends and risk areas. - Ability to develop data requirements and work with Compliance Analyst and other analytical groups to extract, organize and analyze coded data. - Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including willingness to be flexible depending upon department and/or physician schedule needs. - Demonstrated ability to constructively and sensitively provide feedback to physicians and medical center leadership regarding federal and state coding, medical documentation and compliance guidelines, audit results and risk areas. - Audit skills and the ability to interpret and apply Federal and State regulations, coding and billing requirements. - Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a team environment, using excellent written, verbal and presentation skills to share audit findings, risk areas and compliance issues. - Strong interpersonal and excellent written and oral communication skills. - Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of physician, patient, patient account, and personnel data. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Research skills including knowledge of automated analysis tools and on-line research tools to resolve complex healthcare issues preferred. - Medical center operations or clinical experience preferred. - Computer experience in MS Word and Excel. - Data entry skills. Notes: - Must be available to work flexible days and hours. - Travel between all Medical Center facilities may be required.2012-04-10 10:36:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130630CAAnaheim, CA27785011http://kp.jobs/xml/27785011/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Compliance Auditor - OC Location: Anaheim, CA The Compliance Auditor is responsible for partnering with local and regional medical center physicians and operations staff to oversee the quality and accuracy of outpatient coded clinical and administrative data, and to work with Regional Compliance to develop and implement an SCAL Compliance Plan that meets federal and other regulatory standards. The Compliance Auditor is also responsible for synthesizing local and regional audit findings to provide actionable feedback to local administrators and physicians on areas for improvement - this position is expected to use independent judgment and sensitivity when educating physicians on appropriate coding and medical documentation. This position is also expected to identify other review methods to assess coding quality (than traditional coding audits and review) than result in faster feedback to local operations staff and physicians. This position is expected to become an active participant in local and regional continuous quality improvement processes and workgroups, with a strong partnership with the Compliance Analyst , Data Quality Specialists and other medical center analytical groups. Essential Functions: - Assure compliance of operational processes and outpatient encounter data capture throughout Southern California Kaiser Permanente making determinations with respect to appropriateness of documentation, adherence to Federal, State and local regulations. - Partners with ECS DQS's to review regional and local audit findings to identify coding risk areas, and ensure that medical center training activities are addressing these areas. - Identify through focused audits operational and regulatory issues related to coding, documentation, and compliance reguirements, ensuring that appropriate documentation is maintained to comply with Federal and State requirements. - Partner with Compliance Analyst, DQSs and other local analytical workgroups to identify audit trends and risk areas based on audit findings and data analysis - formulate recommendations for future training and areas of education and focus based on findings. - Using independent judgment and sensitivity, review with individual physicians their audit findings and make suggestions for coding improvements. - Monitor coding performance to ensure lasting improvement. - Monitor corrective actions for audit review findings. - Conduct confidential audits for specific providers who represent a risk due to special circumstances or prior audit issues - work with medical center leadership to provide confidential feedback on an 'as needed' basis. - Actively participate in local ECS Oversight Committee and ECS champion physicians to work to resolve local coding issues, ensure compliance with local and regional audit plan and act as communication link regarding changes to federal and state government billing and coding guidelines. - Prepare and/or perform regional and medical center auditing analysis and/or special projects as assigned. - Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures/Compliance Audit Standards to ensure compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory requirements. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Finance/Business, Medical Records Technology, Health Services Administration, Nursing or other Ancillary medical area. - Certification in one of the following: i.e. Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), and three (3) or more years coding experience. - Demonstrated ability to review analytical, data and audit findings to identify coding trends and risk areas. - Ability to develop data requirements and work with Compliance Analyst and other analytical groups to extract, organize and analyze coded data. - Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including willingness to be flexible depending upon department and/or physician schedule needs. - Demonstrated ability to constructively and sensitively provide feedback to physicians and medical center leadership regarding federal and state coding, medical documentation and compliance guidelines, audit results and risk areas. - Audit skills and the ability to interpret and apply Federal and State regulations, coding and billing requirements. - Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a team environment, using excellent written, verbal and presentation skills to share audit findings, risk areas and compliance issues. - Strong interpersonal and excellent written and oral communication skills. - Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of physician, patient, patient account, and personnel data. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Research skills including knowledge of automated analysis tools and on-line research tools to resolve complex healthcare issues preferred. - Medical center operations or clinical experience preferred. - Computer experience in MS Word and Excel. - Data entry skills. Notes: - Must be available to work flexible days and hours. - Travel between all Medical Center facilities may be required.2012-04-10 10:36:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130633CAAnaheim, CA27785012http://kp.jobs/xml/27785012/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Occupational Therapist Location: Los Angeles, CA Responsible for the occupational therapy of patients under the direction and supervision of the Rehabilitation Services. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients, interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. - Initiates discharge planning for occupational therapy. - Implements the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient. - May delegate a portion of the treatment program to the appropriate supportive personnel. - Coordinates the treatment program with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from occupational therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from occupational therapy. - Provides accurate, timely documentation of occupational therapy patient management. - Demonstrates progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum with a Bachelor's or Master's degree with certification in Occupational Therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - Licensure to practice occupational therapy by the State of California. - American Heart Association approved BLS. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required as of May 23, 2007. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Certified Hand Therapist Notes: - This job involves treating patients with hand injuries, post surgeries, etc., related to the hand2012-04-10 10:36:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130661CALos Angeles, CA27785015http://kp.jobs/xml/27785015/jobUSAPanorama CityTitle: Medical Staff Coordinator Location: Panorama City, CA Under minimal supervision, initiates the appointment/credentialing and reappointment/recredentialing process, compiling and processing data in compliance with local, regional, state and federal accreditation requirements. Ensures thorough and timely verification of Licensed Independent Practitioner's (LIP) and Allied Health Professional Staff (AHP) credentials and privileges according to local and regional medical staff services policies and procedures for practitioners in both the hospital and/or ambulatory settings. Provide medical staff service support services to professional staff by supporting professional staff committee meetings, initiating the proctoring function, tracking of residents/medical students and acting as a resource for physicians, allied health professionals, medical center leadership and patients. Completes specific time-limited project assignments as delegated by Director of Medical Staff Services or Senior Medical Staff Coordinator. This position does not supervise others. Essential Functions: - Ensure consistent documentation and complete verification of practitioner (LIP/AHP) credentials. - Provide required documentation to Chiefs of Service, Department Administrators, Medical Center Leaders and Committee Chairs/Members, as appropriate. - Process all applications for appointment/credentialing, reappointment/recredentialing via the local and regional medical staff/credentialing policies and procedures. - Partners with all necessary staff to ensure an integrated, timely, consistent product. - Collaborates with regional professional recruitment personnel and regional credentialing personnel to ensure timely credentialing prior to employment. - Maintains computerized database of practitioner data for use in the medical staff service program to assure data for all credentialed and privileged practitioners is consistently accurate and current. - Implements an efficient and effective communication system for transmission of electronic practitioner data to other users in the medical center for information (i.e., practitioner-specific privilege look-up for patient care units). - Implements an efficient and effective communication/transmission system of shared data to regional or other local sites to facilitate timely approval for professional staff appointment or approval to participate within Southern California Region. - Keeps abreast of laws, regulations, local and regional policies/procedures and Professional Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations. - Maintains credentials files of all practitioners within medical center site (including satellite facilities/medical office buildings). - Supports professional staff committees by preparing agendas, recording minutes and follow-up. - Supports the medical staff by being a resource for accreditation, licensing and regulatory compliance related to medical staff services functions. - Assists Director of Medical Staff Services with all survey/audit processes. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - AA degree or equivalent experience, bachelor's degree preferred. - The Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist (CPCS) Certification OR three (3) to five (5) years demonstrated knowledge of medical staff service functions related to credentialing/privileging, preferred. - Proficient with IBM PC, medical staff database. - Proficient with medical terminology. - Significant knowledge of federal and stateregulatory requirements and accreditation standards (i.e., TJC, NCQA, DOC, DHS, DMHC, CMS, Title 22) - Strong organization, communication and written skills, with attention to detail required. - Demonstrated ability to function independently with minimal direct supervision. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's Degree in HC or related field - Professional Staff Office experience including California and Federal regulations in last three (3) years - Current Ceritifcation in Certified Provider Credentialing Specialist(CPCS by NAMSS National Association Medical Staff Services) - Knowledge in credentialing, proctoring, priveleges, reapointments for physicians, allied health professionals - Demonstrates ability to organize - Effective communication skills - Knowledge of/skills in developing policy and procedures - Knowledge of regulatory requirements and Joint Commission Standards related to Medical Staff Services - Basic computer skills to include Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Databases. Notes: - Will include travel to Antelope Valley (Lancaster) Medical office building for satelitte office use once weekly approximately. - Schedule varies.2012-04-10 10:36:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129733CAPanorama City, CA27785006http://kp.jobs/xml/27785006/jobUSARedlandsTitle: LVN - Outpatient Location: Redlands, CA Provides nursing care to patients under the direction of a RN, utilizes observational skills to assess nursing intervention & assists medical staff to insure optimal patient care within established policies, procedures & standards. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws - Exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, & co-workers; shows courtesy, compassion, & respect; conforms to the critical service standards established for the department & the medical group - Provides therapeutic patient care in accordance w/ the patients established by the physician & a RN within scope of practice - Transcribes physician's orders as directed by policy - Communicates directly w/ RN to institute changes in plan of care; assists w/ & contributes to development of nursing care - Give specified medication orally, hypodermically, intramuscularly & topically - Executes treatments such as urinary catheterizations, bladder irrigations & installations, suctioning procedures, throat irrigations & enemas & utilizing equipment as required - Performs related patient care functions such as taking temperature, pulse, respiration & blood pressure readings; applying & removing dressings; may instruct patient in various self-administered treatments or procedures; obtains specimens; assures correct culture collection - Assists physician or other medical staff personnel w/ examinations & treatments by selecting & passing instruments, providing support & restraint to patient, draping & other assistance as directed or required - Within scope, evaluates patient's condition by observing signs, symptoms, & reactions to therapy, to identify unexpected and/or significant findings, initiates appropriate emergency procedures as necessary & reports unusual conditions to the RN as established by policy & procedure in a timely manner; maintains intravenous flow rate, notifies RN of any problems & discontinues needles, except intra-cath & CVP lines - Identifies learning barriers - Documents patient signs, symptoms, observations & therapeutic treatments to patient's medical record - Ensures cleanliness of nursing module, patient room, & environment & proper functioning of patient care equipment by visual inspection, routine testing, & other related methods - Provides a safe & therapeutic environment for patients & staff - Utilizes effective verbal & non-verbal forms of communication - Performs in other areas or units to which assigned as required by nursing administration to provide & maintain the established standards of care & safety - Participates in staff meetings & inservice programs - Assists in ordering & distribution of module supplies & equipment - Accepts verbal & teleph1 orders from physician - Administers pulse oximetry, humidification therapy, spirometer, oxygen therapy via mask or nasal cannula, oral, nasal & trach suctioning & sputum induction - Promotes, ensures, & improves customer service to internal/external customers by demonstrating skills which are consistent w/ the organization's philosophy of providing extraordinary customer relations & quality service - Performs other related duties as required - Age Related Competencies: - Skills assessments & validations are utilized to ensure that employees providing patient care to specific age groups (i.e. infants, adolescents, elderly, etc) are proficient in identifying the special needs & behaviors associated w/ a particular patient population - Assume other activities & responsibilities from time to time as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA LVN license and BLS certification. - Six (6) month recent medical office or acute care LVN experience. - Extraordinary customer relationsand quality service are critical to our success. Notes: - This is an on-call position. - May be scheduled varied hours, extended hours, weekends and rotating days off. - May work all areas within the Redlands Medical Office.2012-04-10 10:36:13United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128106CARedlands, CA27784998http://kp.jobs/xml/27784998/jobUSASan DiegoTitle: Policy Writer Location: San Diego, CA Edit, write, standardize, research, and authenticate policies and procedures, training manuals, handbooks, and supporting documentation for print and online media.Rewrite and edit technical staff documentation in a clear and concise style.Make editorial and aesthetic improvements to documents and recommend new designs, layouts, and procedures.Map business processes.Contribute to development and implementation of annual work plan.Actively participate on Policy and Procedures Governance Team. Essential Functions: - Speak and write clearly so that others can understand you, including technical and non-technical personnel across multiple departments; describe complex processes clearly and concisely. - Organize material in accordance with standardized format and style guidelines. - Recommend revisions or changes in scope, format, and content as needed. - Demonstrate superior attention to detail in ensuring that final documents are usable and of high quality and in compliance with P&P governance process. - Interact closely with subject matter experts. - Research regulations and analyze necessary changes to existing policies and procedures and/or the need for development of new policy and procedure as needed. - Proactively inform management about project status, issues, or concerns. - Actively identify and make recommendations for improvement in the documentation and review process. - Handle diverse administrative functions with complex, competing priorities. - Maintain thorough records of work and revisions; contribute to department logs and databases with care and diligence. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -4 years of experienceof technical writing and/or hands-on regulatory or public policy development, including writing and editing of policies and procedures. - 4 year or clinical degree or equivalent experience. - Excellent written and oral communication abilities; ability to draft and revise documents, including policies, standards, analyses, and reports. - Experience reviewing and comparing data/policies/processes to identify inconsistencies. - Experience analyzing and summarizing complex information; experience thinking abstractly and separating complex ideas into simple elements. - Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines. - Team player with strong inter-personal and communications skills; strong team building skills and experience. - Project management skills; ability to work within project teams and towards established timelines. - Highly motivated and directed. - Proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. Preferred Qualifications: - 4 years of health care operations (quality, risk, etc.), health care compliance, or insurance/health plan governance experience. - Working knowledge or understanding of federal, state, and local health care regulations (e.g., HIPAA); health care compliance policies, practices, and systems; and related compliance issues. - Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or Journalism. - Certification in technical writing, professional procedure writing, or related area.2012-04-10 10:35:33United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130808CASan Diego, CA27784992http://kp.jobs/xml/27784992/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Mgr, Planning Location: Oakland, CA Provides day to day planning resource to local and regional functions. Supports strategic regional and/or area health care delivery system planning and business development. Develops or assists in the development of capital business cases, strategic plans, market assessments and other projects as needed. Essential Functions: - Regionally or locally based position in one of the following functional areas: - Delivery System Strategic Planning, Regional Services Planning, Delivery System Implementation or Business Development. - Leads work on key business issues and development of delivery system strategies and operational analyses representing a multidisciplinary perspective - Ensures analyses are based on sound analytical techniques and/or models for the designated content areas using thorough knowledge of data sources including external data and benchmarks - Utilizes advanced knowledge of planning analytics including supply/demand, asset utilization and through put, portfolio analysis, market assessment, competitive intelligence, etc. - Structures, writes, and presents strategic plans, business cases including leases and lease renewals, clinical service change requests and other planning documents for highly complex projects - Coordinates Plant Maintenance & Renovation, Clinical Tech and Space Planning activities - Leads presentations and discussions with leadership - Under the guidance of the Director of Delivery System Planning provides strategic leadership and consultation on the design, development and implementation of the local area Delivery System Strategy - Partners with delivery system leaders to achieve organizational goals - Coordinates with local senior leadership including The Permanente Medical Group (TPMG), Finance, Market Planning, National Facilities Services (NFS), Quality, Public Affairs to execute strategy - Applies understanding of strategy to decisions and actions - Informs Area and regional leadership in decision-making and resource allocation - Supports local accountability for creating value with capital resources and regional accountability for maintaining a balanced portfolio - Identifies opportunities for cost-effective use of resources - Serves as thought partner, advising senior leadership on strategic planning projects - Leads stakeholder groups in resolving operational/planning issues - Facilitates open dialogue and integration among all stakeholders throughout strategic processes and challenges others to reach the best outcome - Leads teams and encourages collaboration among team members. - Hires, trains and manages staff of planning managers and analysts - Builds relationships with local and/or regional leadership teams - Partners with cross functional departments including Finance, NFS, Market Planning, TPMG, etc Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: -A minimum of 8years ofexperience in health care or business management, planning, operations or finance -A minimum of3 years ofexperience managing and developing staff - Bachelor's degree in business, public health or arelated field - MBA or health care management masters preferred - Strong analytical, written and oral communications, and interpersonal skills (e.g. political savvy, team leader, emotional intelligence) - Demonstrated ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative findings into well-written reports for executives - Ability to proactively identify future opportunities or obstacles and takes action to maximize results - Customer service focused skills in communications, decisions and actions - High energy, self-motivated, able to quickly adapt and works well in a team environment and individually2012-04-10 10:35:01United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130861CAOakland, CA27784983http://kp.jobs/xml/27784983/jobUSAStocktonTitle: Clinic RN Department Manager Derm/Neuro/Rheum Location: Stockton, CA Department Manager / Derm / Rheum / Neuro / RN Manages a large unit or multiple units providing ambulatory services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of a large unit or multiple units. This particular position oversees Dermatology, Neurology and Rheumatology at the Stockton Clinic. - Ensures Assistants & staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, & local requirements. - Collaborates w/ physicians & other health care providers in establishing, implementing, & maintaining patient care & quality service standards to meet members & internal clients' expectations. - Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues. - Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care. Develops & monitors budgets & resource allocations. - Monitors financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff. - Provides on going staff development. - Develops, implements, & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organizations goals & business objectives & ensures they are met. - Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader & Department Chief in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department. - Manages & resolves human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - A minimum of 5 years ofnursing experience in management/leadership roles required. - A minimum of 5 years ofsupervisory experience required. - Significant experience in an outpatient care setting preferred. This particular position oversees Dermatology, Neurology and Rheumatology at the Stockton Clinic. - Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in nursing or health related field required. - Masters degree preferred. - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certification required. - PALS, PEARS and/or ACLS certifications may be required for positions in specific departments. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. - Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred.2012-04-10 10:35:01United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130884CAStockton, CA27784981http://kp.jobs/xml/27784981/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Cardiac Cath Lab Staff Nurse II, On Call- Ambulatory Care (120166) Location: Santa Clara, CA The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The RN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members. Essential Functions: - Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. (Title 22 language) - Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes. - Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. - Establishes patient care priorities based on essential patient needs and availability of unit resources (time, personnel, equipment, and supplies). - Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. - Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. - Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. - Provides/coordinates care for patients/patient populations. - Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. - Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. - Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. - Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members. - Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. - Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. - Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. - Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. - Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. - Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. - Participates in nursing research activities as requested. - Identifies and solves problems effectively. - Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. - Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. - Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities in documenting, tracking and conveying information. - If practicing in a specialty/extended role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role. - Perform other related duties as necessary. - This job has no supervisory responsibility. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse. - CARDIAC CATH LAB - 1 year recent experience (within the last 3 years) in a cardiac cath lab, ACLS required. If no qualified candidate, willing to train RN with 1 year recent (within the last 3 years) experience in CVICU (preferred), ED, ICU or Interventional Radiology. - SPECIALITY AREAS - If no qualified candidate, will be willing to train. Where indicated, candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certification(s) within the designated timeframe for a particular field of practice. - High School Diploma/GED. - Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience; OR Graduate of registered nursing program and either: 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation. - Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California. - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers. - Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NALS and or PALS and or PEARS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. - Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice. - Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers). - Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). - Good interpersonal skills. - Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. Santa Clara Medical Center, as a Cardiovascular Hub, requires positions in the Cardiac Catheterization area to cover standby, at the Hub and at assigned spoke sites.This may include, but is not limited to, the San Jose campus, Fremont campus, and Redwood City campus. Staff may be assigned to work at Fremont, San Jose, or Redwood City Cath labs on an intermittent basis. Work at Fremont, San Jose, or Redwood City will include Interventional Radiology work in addition to Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Training for this position may include working or attending classes at multiple sites.2012-04-10 10:35:00United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129837CASanta Clara, CA27784974http://kp.jobs/xml/27784974/jobUSAModestoTitle: Assistant Department Manager (01MS) Location: Modesto, CA Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service & utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities. Essential Functions: - Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, & quality improvement. - Develops & implements action plans to improve staff development. - Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20- 60 +employees. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided & is in compliance w/ federal, state, & local regulatory requirements & established departmental policies & procedures. - Utilization of services. - Monitors the quality of service & utilization standards & assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care & cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation & utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs & provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works w/ health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Researches, identifies, & implements best practice models of other units. - Investigates & resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. - Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department & employee safety programs, & risk management. - Accesses KP Health Connect to evaluate the quality of care provided. - Uses KP Health Connect to manage clinical operations. - Monitors quality, appropriateness, & accuracy of KP Health Connect documentation - Maintains role specific KP Health Connect competencies. Secondary Functions: - This position will over see Med/Suge/Tele/Peds/Staffing & Patients. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required & ALCS certification strongly preferred. - PALS certification may be required for positions in specific departments. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, & budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission & other federal, state, & local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. Schedule: Week 1: Mon, Tues, Fri: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM Week 2: Sun, Mon, Tues: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, Fri: 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM2012-04-08 22:36:02United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130481CAModesto, CA27741697http://kp.jobs/xml/27741697/jobUSAFresnoTitle: Department Manager Leader [Continuing Care Manager] Location: Fresno, CA Manages 24-hour departments providing patient care services. Ensures staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical standards of care and practice; responsible for all resource budgeting, selection and development. Essential Functions: - Manages the operations of 24-hour departments that may be at multiple locations. - Ensures Assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements. - Establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members and internal clients' expectations. - Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. - Develops and monitors budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. - Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. - Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. - Ensures on going staff development. - Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organizations goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. - Oversees and develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. - Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Extensive nursing experience in both patient care and management/leadership roles required (usually five (5) years). - Previous supervisory experience required (usually four (4) years). - BSN or BA in a health care related field strongly preferred. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - Current California RN license required. - BLS certificate required. - Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. - Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills.2012-04-08 22:36:02United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130618CAFresno, CA27741699http://kp.jobs/xml/27741699/jobUSAOntarioTitle: Director Clinical Nursing RN CCU/ICU Location: Ontario, CA Within a Service Area and/or one medical center, directs and manages the planning, development, implementation, delivery, and evaluation/improvement of quality patient care/nursing services provided by multiple departments within a service line which includes but is not limited to one of the following: medical-surgical, maternal and child health, perioperative services, critical care. Directs the delivery of services that add value and are integrated with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcome measures, as well as with strategic, business, and organizational goals/objectives. Essential Functions: - Through department managers/staff, directs and manages the delivery of nursing services and patient care which are integrated with business plans and meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical, and utilization standards and performance measures. - Ensures that services meet members', physician and internal clients' needs in a changing, competitive health care market. - Accountable for the efficient delivery of patient care and support services within the service line for KP members by directing the development, evaluation, and utilization of cost effective, high quality nursing practices. - With Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and SCPMG staff, develops strategic/business plans to achieve integrated services across the continuum of care at multiple sites/departments. - Directs and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services, and operations by managing the design and implementation of systems, processes, and methods to evaluate and improve patient care across the continuum of care. - Plans, develops, and/or directs the implementation of service area and/or divisional initiatives within service line or service area which develop and share best practices and standards of care. - Directs and/or delegates to 24 hour managers the appropriate delivery and level of services. - Directs budget management and resource allocation; manages financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care and service. - Manages and resolves human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues - Hires, fires, and disciplines as part of performance management. - Directs compliance with administrative, legal, and regulatory requirements of governmental and regulatory agencies. - May assume responsibilities of Nurse Executive in their absence. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Eight (8) to ten (10) years of acute health care nursing experience including five (5) years of progressive management experience. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing. - BSN or BA in health care related field required. - Master's degree preferred in a related field such as nursing, business or health services administration. - Current California RN license required. - CPR certificate required. - Demonstrated knowledge of operations and healthcare management; Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO and other local, state and federal regulations. Preferred Qualifications: - Recent experience as a Director of Critical Care. - Critical Care and Dialysis. Notes: - Schedule varies.2012-04-07 22:14:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130339CAOntario, CA27727651http://kp.jobs/xml/27727651/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Education and Performance Improvement Consultant Location: Pasadena, CA THIS JOB IS UNDER REVIEW BY TOTAL COMPENSATION AND AS A RESULT THE FLSA STATUS MAY CHANGE. Provides high quality and cost effective project management, consulting, and analytic support. Assists senior consultants, clients, and/or groups in identifying and resolving issues of strategic importance to the organization. May assist senior consultants or manage complex projects independently. Essential Functions: - Defines and frames complex issues and develops time tables/processes for decision making. - Translates needs, issues, and ideas into effective strategies and action plans. - Coordinates team/project activities and schedules. - Researches key business issues, and directs the collecting and analyzing of quantitative and qualitative data. - Synthesizes analysis and identifies key findings. - Assists in the determination of goals and priorities with team, clients, or project management sponsors. - Establishes team membership and project participants. - Develops proposals for clients outlining proposed project structure, approach and work plan. - Provides staff leadership to project teams, as well as manages work of outside consultants when needed. - Formulates specific implementation plans and evaluates the effectiveness of actions/programs implemented. - Communicates results/recommendations to project sponsors. - Develops creative alternative solutions. - Recommends action steps to team and client. - Plans and facilitates meetings. - Makes formal presentations to various senior level audiences. - Transfers project team knowledge/tools to client. - Participates in the development and management of the department, including coaching, recruiting, conducting performance reviews for analysts, and other departmental activities. - Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to re-evaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: Consultant: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Economics, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Master's Degree preferred. - Typically four (4) or more years of related analytical and/or consulting experience required. - Specific technical expertise required as specified. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis. - Must demonstrate effective communication, consulting, interpersonal, presentation, and project management skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Leadership development, class delivery experience/background. - Able to establish and implement project plans. - Able to balance multiple projects simultaneously/multi-task. - Able to work with multi-disciplinary cross functional teams. - Able to communicate at all levels. - Experience in PowerPoint and Microsoft office suite. Basic Qualifications: Sr. Consultant: - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Economics, Health Care Administration, Operations Research, Public Health Administration, or other related field. - Master's Degree strongly preferred. - Typically five (5) or more years of experience in one of the technical areas required. - Demonstrated ability to determine the key business issues and develop appropriate action plans from multidisciplinary perspectives. - Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis. - Proven leadership skills in project management and consulting. - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, and candor, openness, and results orientation. - Demonstrate an understanding of the operations of KP, health policy trends, and any applicable regulations related to the responsible technical area. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.2012-04-07 22:14:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130413CAPasadena, CA27727653http://kp.jobs/xml/27727653/jobUSAPasadenaTitle: Director of Demand Planning Location: Pasadena, CA The Director of Demand Planning position is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the SCAL Product Support team and the formation and deployment of the Demand Management functional area that will be responsible for all forecasting activities associated for all clinical practice areas (Hospital and Medical Office Buildings). Essential Functions: - Coordinate cross-functional research activities to reconcile significant variances and refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales and marketing assumptions. - Supports National Contracting and Purchasing (NCAP) and Service Area goals including managing and facilitating adherence to $1 billion annual GPO contract spend. - Identifies and implements product utilization savings to achieve utilization savings goal - Compliance monitoring, analyzing, and reporting to achieve 98.50% compliance to all Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) agreements. - Manages medical product formulary exception process - Assist in reducing overall supply cost through analyzing product use and making recommendations to change product or implement best practices - Conducts and facilitates service area and statewide product evaluations. - Participates on National Sourcing and Standard Teams (SST). - Works closely with GPO Product Managers to manage, implement, and enforce compliance to all agreements. - Actively participate and present key information to the Local Product Councils, Regional Product Council, Physician groups, Material Services and Perioperative Cost Savings groups to comply with and enforce national standards, trend spend, identify and implement cost savings opportunities. - Demand Management Support the deployment of a new Point-of-Use capture system to drive a demand triggered replenishment process - Lead a team of demand planners responsible for integrating POU data into enterprise wide forecasts driving purchasing decisions - Develop KP's capability to leverage the point of use demand triggers to build forecasts and re-order points across multiple regions points across multiple regions - Lead complex business process improvements and technology implementations supporting demand planning and inventory management. - Develop the implementation plan and manage the execution of category strategies to drive improvement in inventory levels and in stock conditions. - Develop and utilize metrics to achieve department goals. - Achieve inventory reduction targets through the use of supply chain tools. - Develop, track and improve inventory re-order points. - Develop and document standardized demand planning and inventory flow processes. - Assist in the development of detailed process flows, meetings and deliverables and key performance metrics Lead and develop a team of Demand Planners to ensure the creation and maintenance of forecast models. - Incorporate business intelligence and forecast information from other functional areas including Pharmacy, Home Health, Finance and other sources. - Review historical trends, research demand drivers and prepare forecast data to develop statistical forecast models. - Summarize statistical forecasts. Gather, analyze and validate data to enable purchasing decisions which optimize KP's medical supplies inventory. - Monitor trends in forecast error and report back to various stake holders. - Develop and update economic order quantities. - Accountable for the development and management of a team, and implementation of systems and processes that assure the prudent use of Kaiser Permanente money, people, and system resources to achieve the optimal purchasing and management of across the Kaiser Permanente Enterprise. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - At least ten (10) years of related supply chain experience or healthcare senior management experience is required. - Extensive forecasting experience required. - Proven experience in developing supply chain high level strategy and executing that strategy with realized results. - Significant experience in demand planning and inventory flow optimization. - Previous experience with Point-of-Use technology preferred. - Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, decision sciences, healthcare administration, finance, economics or other analytical discipline required. - Six Sigma certification preferred. - Proven Project Management skills. - Understanding of and experience in driving supply chain process improvement and change management with a cross functional team. Preferred Qualifications: - Master's Degree - Basic computer skills to include Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access. Notes: - Occasional travel to offsite meetings in SCAL and NCAL.2012-04-07 22:14:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130466CAPasadena, CA27727655http://kp.jobs/xml/27727655/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Web Developer Location: Los Angeles, CA Partners with Web Interface Designer to develop Web applications or change existing applications. Partners with Web Administrators to test & move developed or changed applications into production. Essential Functions: - Develops logic, codes, tests, & debugs Web pages & associated software modules such as JAVA applets, CGI, & HTML programs - Performs software coding, testing, debugging, documentation & installation tasks for on-line processes in accordance w/ industry best practices & specific internal procedures & standards - Contributes to task identification, work effort estimates, & work schedules for development & maintenance activities - Participates in the analysis & definition of efficient, cost effective application solutions which support client business processes & functional requirements - Works with internal departments to provide associated deliverables required for the successful completion of development & maintenance assignments (e.g., database development, network support, help desk orientation, client training) - Conducts analysis of client business processes & functional requirements & prepares appropriate documentation to communicate & validate the information - Provides on-call support as assigned - Completes administrative requirements in an accurate & timely manner (e.g., time reporting, status reporting, etc) - Works as project team member to develop Internet & Intranet Web applications for KP business users - Partners with Web Administrators to test & move developed applications into production - Performs related duties as assigned or requested Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two (2) years of experience developing Web sites for business purposes on NT or Unix - Previous experience in all phase of application software development and maintenance life cycles in a large mainframe or client service environment preferred - Experience in PERL and CGI - Development experience with Oracle DBMS preferred - Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field OR equivalent experience - Thorough knowledge of HTML - Proficient in C, C++, and/or JAVA - Proficiency required in one or more high level programming languages respective to various client server platforms - Strong skills required in critical thinking and analysis, verbal and written communications, and interpersonal interactions - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Notes: - Occasional travel required2012-04-07 22:14:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130578CALos Angeles, CA27727659http://kp.jobs/xml/27727659/jobUSALos AngelesTitle: Certified Pathologist Assistant Location: Los Angeles, CA Under the Supervision & Control of a Physician Pathologists, assists in the performance of anatomic pathology practice by: Preparation & examination of surgical pathology specimens. Performance of postmortem dissection w/ written description & preparation of tissue sections. Performance of other procedures related to Pathologist's duties. Performance of other technical, supervisory and/or functional direction duties within the scope of practice as directed by the pathologists of Chief Pathologist. Essential Functions: - Perform postmortem examinations & descriptions - Process surgical Pathology specimens including dissection, description & embedding for Pathologist's diagnosis - Preparation of fine needle aspiration specimens - Preparation of frozen sections for pathologist's interpretation - Quality control & management of equipment & supplies in the surgical Pathology laboratory & autopsy suite - Quality improvement activities & projects for the Pathology Department - Uphold standards of practice, policies & procedures as contained in the Department's Policy & Procedure Manuals in the surgical pathology & autopsy service - Continued education & skills assessment concurrent w/ established & new practices & techniques as applicable in surgical & autopsy pathology Qualifications: This is a repost of 123605 Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree A graduate from a National Accrediting agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) accredited pathologist's assistant training program and/or a current Fellow of the American Association of Pathologist's Assistants (AAPA) - Fellowship and/or National Certification of Pathologist's Assistants must be maintained as long as one works at this position - Certified as Pathologists Assistant from AAPA, ASCP or Approved By California State Department of Public Health - Courses Required: Those courses required to meet Certification Requirements of an approved agency Preferred Qualifications: - Previous experience in Pathology Department. Notes: - Schedule /days / hoursvary. - Work hours will vary between 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. - This is a temporary position for approximatelysix (6) months with the possibility of conversion.2012-04-07 22:14:23United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130583CALos Angeles, CA27727660http://kp.jobs/xml/27727660/jobUSABellflowerTitle: Lvl III Staff RN - Clinic Location: Bellflower, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN license & AHA BLS - One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience in hemodialysis or One (1) year recent (within the last three (3) years) full-time equivalent experience performing peritoneal dialysis.2012-04-07 22:14:22United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129639CABellflower, CA27727650http://kp.jobs/xml/27727650/jobUSASan BernardinoTitle: Psych Social Worker - (Bilingual) Location: San Bernardino, CA The psychiatric social worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention & psycho-education to members and/or family members. Must be familiar with all aspects of psychopathology and recognize the appropriate and timely clinical treatment intervention needed. The psychiatric social worker may work with specific age group as is determined by training and certificate. Must be familiar with and have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. A major time of the position will be spent in direct patient care. Essential Functions: - Competencies: Timely & appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning & treatment intervention of members. - Appropriate selection of treatment modality to member's presenting problem. - Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member & clinical staff. - Provides high internal & external customer/patient satisfaction. - Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies. - Provides appropriate & timely documentation of clinical encounters in member's charts. - Is knowledgeable of KP & community resources. - Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patient's clinical care & license - Maintains license. - Conduct initial interview w/ Members by eliciting & interpreting the psychological & social meaning of complaints. - Determines urgency of member's need. - Provides a professional interpretation of member's presentation & recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality. - Provides treatment to adults, adolescents, & children. - Renders appropriate & immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services. - Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports & letters; phones, writes & visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools, relatives, and friends to obtain pertinent information. - Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, socio-cultural determinants & community resources - Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information & referrals. - Proficient in identifying & treating the span of developmental stages. - Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group, family, & child therapy. - Complies w/ organizational, departmental, state/federal guidelines & all regulatory agency policies & procedures. - Participates in QM & CQI activities. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required - Two (2) years of post-graduate experience in a behavioral health setting required. - Master's degree in social work or behavioral health fieldrequired - Valid and current California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license required. - Family Marriage Therapist (LMFT)license required - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Knowledge of and ability to utilize current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) nomenclature required. Preferred Qualifications: -Computer skills Notes: - Must pass the Bilingual Assessment Test - May be required to cover ER after hours and on weekends at Fontana and Ontario Medical Centers - May work four (4) hours after 5:00 PM per week - This position may be assigned any of the duties of a Psychiatric Social Worker, currently doing intake assessments/treatment planning, groups, and crisis work2012-04-07 22:14:21United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129095CASan Bernardino, CA27727643http://kp.jobs/xml/27727643/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: CRNA PD Location: Anaheim, CA Under the medical supervision of an anesthesiologist, administers general & regional anesthesia for all types of surgical, obstetrical, & other procedures that require anesthesia services, to patients of various age groups including: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, & geriatric in accordance w/ hospital & departmental standards of care. Such intervention may include, but not be limited to: airway management; maintenance of fluid balance; homeostasis; monitoring; response to emergencies related to airway management & cardiopulmonary resuscitation; & management of patients on ventilators. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. JCAHO, Title 22, Regional and Department requirements). - Evaluates patients pre-operatively by interviewing and examining patient; reviews chart for relevant information. - In collaboration with the anesthesiologist selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination. - Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of each age group served: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. - Selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination. - Evaluates patient's response to pre-medication. - Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist regarding special concerns of patient. - Checks anesthesia equipment daily and between cases to assure safe operating condition. - Prepares drugs for administration. - Administers anesthesia in accordance with delineated clinical privileges and any conditions or restrictions imposed thereof. - Monitors the patient intra-operatively. - Evaluates operative and post-operative condition of patient and takes necessary action to maintain stability. - Evaluates the patients postoperatively (within 24 hours). - Precepts student nurse anesthetists. - Maintains an accurate accounting of controlled substances in accordance with departmental guidelines. - Maintains equipment and supplies as outlined in department policies and procedures. - Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. JCAHO, CAC Title 22, Regional and Department requirements). - Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations when interacting with public, patients, staff, and other personnel. - May perform other duties within scope of licensure/certification as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience in anesthesia for major procedures involving extensive monitoring and fluid, blood, and electrolyte replacement for various age group patients. - Graduate of an educational program in Nurse Anesthesia accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs and Schools. - Certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) approved and accepted by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. - Certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist issued by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists and/or Council on Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists. - CRNA eligible and must achieve certification within five (5) months of date of program completion to continue employment. - Valid BCLS card. - Valid ACLS and/or PALS card where required. - Valid California RN license. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Skills: CRNA's must demonstrate both technical/clinical and professional skill and ability along with all related techniques and procedures within the scope of practice as defined by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs. - Additional skills are required in charting and documentation, knowledge of equipment and supplies, productivity, job and personal maturity communication, and education and staff development. Notes: - This is a per-diemposition, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-04-07 22:14:21United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129186CAAnaheim, CA27727645http://kp.jobs/xml/27727645/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: CRNA PD Location: Anaheim, CA Under the medical supervision of an anesthesiologist, administers general & regional anesthesia for all types of surgical, obstetrical, & other procedures that require anesthesia services, to patients of various age groups including: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, & geriatric in accordance w/ hospital & departmental standards of care. Such intervention may include, but not be limited to: airway management; maintenance of fluid balance; homeostasis; monitoring; response to emergencies related to airway management & cardiopulmonary resuscitation; & management of patients on ventilators. Essential Functions: - Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. - Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. JCAHO, Title 22, Regional and Department requirements). - Evaluates patients pre-operatively by interviewing and examining patient; reviews chart for relevant information. - In collaboration with the anesthesiologist selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination. - Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of each age group served: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. - Selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination. - Evaluates patient's response to pre-medication. - Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist regarding special concerns of patient. - Checks anesthesia equipment daily and between cases to assure safe operating condition. - Prepares drugs for administration. - Administers anesthesia in accordance with delineated clinical privileges and any conditions or restrictions imposed thereof. - Monitors the patient intra-operatively. - Evaluates operative and post-operative condition of patient and takes necessary action to maintain stability. - Evaluates the patients postoperatively (within 24 hours). - Precepts student nurse anesthetists. - Maintains an accurate accounting of controlled substances in accordance with departmental guidelines. - Maintains equipment and supplies as outlined in department policies and procedures. - Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. JCAHO, CAC Title 22, Regional and Department requirements). - Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations when interacting with public, patients, staff, and other personnel. - May perform other duties within scope of licensure/certification as required. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience in anesthesia for major procedures involving extensive monitoring and fluid, blood, and electrolyte replacement for various age group patients. - Graduate of an educational program in Nurse Anesthesia accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs and Schools. - Certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) approved and accepted by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. - Certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist issued by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists and/or Council on Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists. - CRNA eligible and must achieve certification within five (5) months of date of program completion to continue employment. - Valid BCLS card. - Valid ACLS and/or PALS card where required. - Valid California RN license. - National Provider Identifier (NPI) required. - Skills: CRNA's must demonstrate both technical/clinical and professional skill and ability along with all related techniques and procedures within the scope of practice as defined by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs. - Additional skills are required in charting and documentation, knowledge of equipment and supplies, productivity, job and personal maturity communication, and education and staff development. Notes: - This is a per-diemposition, days and hours may vary according to departmental need2012-04-07 22:14:21United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia129183CAAnaheim, CA27727644http://kp.jobs/xml/27727644/jobUSAAnaheimTitle: Lvl III Staff RN - Clinic Location: Anaheim, CA As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect. Essential Functions: The Registered Nurse demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors: - Leadership - Nursing Process - Documentation - Clinical Outcomes - Workplace Safety - Patient Care Experience - Ensures clean, orderly, and functional work environment - Team Commitment - Fiscal Responsibility Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Current CA RN licenseand AHA BLS Certification. - One (1) year within the last three (3) years full-time equivalent experience in acute care or ambulatory care. - ONS Provider Card required. Preferred Qualifications: - Graduate of a BRN approved program. - OCN certification preferred. - BSN preferred. - Experience in the adult hematology oncology setting. - Oncology experience preferred. - Excellent IV skills. - Knowledge of chemotherapy side effects. - Experience with blood transfusions. - Able to perform exceptional patient teaching in hematology oncology. - Basic computer skills.2012-04-07 22:14:20United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia128698CAAnaheim, CA27727640http://kp.jobs/xml/27727640/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Project Manager Location: Oakland, CA The Lead Project Manager will support the in-sourcing of KPIC's claim administration, customer service, and all other operations functions included in KPIC's Suite of Service, from external vendors into the various Kaiser Regions. As part of the KPIC in-sourcing work, the Lead Project Manager will support the implementation of infrastructure and deployment of a National Claims Platform that is ICD-10 compliant in support of KPIC product lines. Includes the planning and tracking of projects both (tactical and strategic), cost effectiveness, communication, risk analysis, quality assurance, team and vendor management, and implementation of highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects. Identifies and resolves issues related to projects. Ensures assigned projects are delivered within scope, schedule, budget and quality levels are consistent with partner/customer expectations. Essential Functions: - Manages moderately complex projects or multiple simple projects - Develops solutions that align with strategic direction and standards - Completes components of the business case - Negotiates agreement on project schedule and budgets - Applies methods or recognized equivalents appropriate to the specific needs of the project/client - Demonstrates understanding of the need to manage risk issues - Participates in the application of the risk management process - Develops and sustains strong working relationships with client project team staff - Demonstrates application of approved project management methods and business methods to projects - With guidance may convert business cases to business plans - Develops and maintains the project plan - May develop and execute user training plans - With guidance coordinates the collection and validation of business requirements - With guidance stays abreast of enterprise-wide projects and prevents or manages associated conflicts - With guidance determines the impact of current/existing technologies on the project and communicates impact to sponsors - Manages the overall resource capacity (supply) and scheduled work (demand) for the delivering organization including forecasting and impact assessment - Works on assignments of diverse scope - Generally performs within broadly defined practices and guidelines, and also modifies or suggests enhancements - Requires planning to coordinate with other departments or resources - Oversees transition to operational production status - Manages project close-out activities - Develops and conducts post-implementation review - May participate in overseeing the transition of project team members to new projects - Responsibilities impact the achievement of key department and/or functional objectives - Contributes to the achievement of department objectives - Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve department objectives would normally affect expenditures and resources - Total project budget typically up to $10 Million - Project size typically multiple sites and/or multiple regions and/or up to 5 interdependent processes - Balances schedule, scope and budget, renegotiate with sponsor as needed - Tracks and reports on project and deliverable status and manages variances - Executes the project plan, any contingency plans and all identified plans - Regularly develops and manages issue escalation and the resolution process - Ensures project alignment with business strategy - Involves interpreting and analyzing established concepts - Exercises judgment to make decisions for less defined issues and selects methods and techniques for obtaining solutions - Often prepares content and may make appropriate presentations - Develops solutions to complex problems - May refer to established precedents and policies when making decisions - Requires significant analysis to develop solutions for complex problems - Represents the primary interface between the customer and the project team - Communicates requirements, goals and expectations clearly and concisely, listening to individuals' questions and concerns, to ensure clarity and direction - Assume other duties as directed Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Three (3) or more years project management experience - Four (4) year degree in related field or equivalent experience - Understand all project life cycle phases and applies knowledge in the delivery of at least one (1) phase of the project delivery life cycle - Understands and applies knowledge of change management process on projects Preferred Work Experience Prefer experience in Health Care or Health Insurance Industry. PMP Preferred.2012-04-07 22:14:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130740CAOakland, CA27727632http://kp.jobs/xml/27727632/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Financial Operations and Compliance Internship Location: Oakland, CA Kaiser Foundation Research Institute (KFRI) is a national program that was established in 1958 by the KP Health Plan/Hospitals Board of Directors to administer and support research in KP. KFRI, on behalf of all regional KP research organizations, reviews and submits all applications for federal research funds and executes all contracts and subcontracts involving federal funds. As the fiscally responsible party, KFRI also is the authorized recipient of all federal research funding awarded to KP. KFRI also supports a system of nine Institutional Review Boards (IRBs). KFRI holds the Federalwide Assurance< http://kpnet.kp.org/kfri/hsp/fed_assurance.htm >for human subjects protection for all KP Regions. KFRI also manages the IRB and provides Clinical Trial Compliance and Quality oversight for KP NC Division of Research. Projects and Responsibilities: - Support development of new processes related to submission of indirect cost rate proposal. This will involve analysis of various alternatives, modeling impacts of different scenarios, and preparing report. Time permitting, we will also focus on mapping regional research activities to consolidated financial statements. - Update departmental desk procedures within the research administration department. A current initiative may result in changes to internal procedures, and we will need to create / adjust documentation to reflect these changes. Competencies and skills the intern will have learned/developed at the end of the internship. - General understanding of accounting activities related to federally funded research grants. - Gain experience reconciling accounting information from different entities with the organization. - Apply skills to process improvement initiatives. Qualifications: Basic Qualfications: - Undergrad Student inAccounting, Business Administration or related field. - Academic students seeking professional training within a business corporate environment. - Analytical, relationship building, and interpersonal skills are essential. - Demonstrates ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analysis. - Working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Visio - Leadership potential. - Must be able to function with minimal supervision.2012-04-07 22:14:07United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130762CAOakland, CA27727634http://kp.jobs/xml/27727634/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Sr Systems Administrator (Part-time) Location: Sacramento, CA Evaluates capabilities and limitations of new and existing technical tools and systems. Recommends improvements to processes and reporting capabilities. Performs system administration. Acts as liaison between systems users and information technology groups (internal and external). Serves as technical resource on data availability, structure, security, and system interfaces for multiple programs/systems. Develops reports and data bases of significant size and complexity. User requirements vary and generally lack clear definition. Reports may influence outcome of management decisions. Essential Functions: - Consults with end users to determine report and database needs and limitations - Serves as consultant to department staff in interpretation and creation of databases and data reports - Analyzes the implication of changes in data needs on data structures - Serves as technical consultant on new products and technology - Acts as interface between systems group and end users - Coordinates systems support - Performs system administration, including system security, software update management, and data dictionary maintenance - Performs master file maintenance - Defines data purge and retention cycles - Monitors data quality and integrity - Participates in business improvement project teams - Analyzes impact of process or technical tool changes on existing processes, tools, and interfaces based on knowledge of interdependencies of related functions and systems - Delivers training for end users on system - Ensures adequacy and quality of process and procedure documentation - May lead cross-functional user groups in optimizing the use of existing tools and reports - May perform user system training - Extracts data from various complex databases for report generation - Develops and generates highly complex ad hoc reports and databases to address specific business needs - Recommends improvements to permanent reports - Designs and develops complex reports and databases to manage business processes - Develops new ad hoc reports to address specific business needs Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant experience, typically five (5) plus years in business systems analysis and administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in computer science, or user-specific area - In-depth knowledge of the business area(s) served - Ability to use complex data resource, specialized and sophisticated PC's, and MIS programming languages - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to supervise schedulers and data Interpersonel, overseeing work flow and production. - Competent in multiple computer programs including, KASIS, Clarity, OPTIME, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Excel, SQL, with the ability to learn new systems and orient staff to new systems introduced in the Perioperative areas; - Processes excellent communications skills while working with a interdisciplinary team to gain trust and implement operational initiatives, develop presentations to present data and review standard reports. - Understanding of regulatory requirements to assure compliance with required reports. - Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams to develop new reporting systems to accommodate changes in regulatory requirements. Schedule requires weekend rotations. Mon, Wed: 7:00AM - 2:00PM; Fri: 7:00AM - 1:00PM2012-04-07 22:13:44United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130492CASacramento, CA27727600http://kp.jobs/xml/27727600/jobUSASanta ClaraTitle: Physical Therapist (120192) - Temporary Location: Santa Clara, CA Responsible for the physical therapy management of patients under the direction and supervision of the Rehabilitation Service Director. Essential Functions: - Evaluates patients and interprets evaluation findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction. - Establishes treatment goals and plans treatment to achieve established goals. - Initiates discharge planning from physical therapy. Implements the treatment program through direct treatment of the patient, may delegate a portion of the treatment plan to appropriate supportive personnel, and coordination of the treatment plan with other health care personnel as appropriate. - Provides advice and education to patient and family. - Regularly assesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, and the need for modifying goals and treatment. - Discharges patient from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from physical therapy. - Provides accurate, timely documentation of physical therapy patient management. - Demonstrates progress toward meeting the criteria for professional practice. Secondary Functions: - This position will be for inpatient physical therapy. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum with a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree with certification in physical therapy or foreign-trained equivalent. - License to practice physical therapy by the State of California. - Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI, or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date). -BLS required. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Must be able to work both inpatient and outpatient settings and willing to work in either setting to meet operational needs. Schedule: Variable hours. Mon - Fri, may include weekends. ***NOTE: This is a temporary benefited position. Expected length of employment: Up to 90 days.***2012-04-07 22:13:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130240CASanta Clara, CA27727591http://kp.jobs/xml/27727591/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Quality Specialist [RM1] Location: Roseville, CA This position supervises & monitors one or more of the following activities, continuing medical education, quality assurance, medical staff services & quality projects. Essential Functions: - Supervises the daily quality activities, ensuring timely & accurate data collection, and follow up of issues & quality of work -Coaches staff & ensures their competency - Coordinates & facilities staff support to various committees (e.g., quality, accreditation) which includes agenda preparation & monitoring of outstanding issues - Provides reports based on timely & accurate data collection, identifies trends & monitors issues - Develops implements & monitors quality department's policies & procedures; ensures they are in compliance w/ The Joint Commission, NCQA, CME, federal, state & local requirements - Assists in developing & revising QA monitors to meet accreditation/regulatory standards - Monitors the budgets, researches variances, & identifies opportunities to reduce costs - Develops, implements, coordinates, & evaluates the CME programs, credentialing & privileges for permanent or temporary physicians & allied health providers - Assists in preparation of educational materials & course objectives - Maintains link between medical staff affairs & quality improvement, risk management, and continuing medical staff education - Coordinates & prepares for CME, accreditation, licensing, & quality surveys/audits - Maintains & monitors the various quality databases which may include quality reviews, CME, credentials & privileges, & provider profiles Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Significant (typically 2-3 yrs) quality improvement or accreditation experience required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a health care related field or business administration - Previous supervisory experience recommended - Ability to perform statistical analysis - Current knowledge of The Joint Commission, NCQA, federal, state, & local requirements - Knowledge & experience in application of adult learning theory in program development - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment2012-04-07 22:13:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130414CARoseville, CA27727594http://kp.jobs/xml/27727594/jobUSARosevilleTitle: Manager Infection Prevention [01] Location: Roseville, CA Manages the medical center Infection Prevention Program to ensure activities are directed toward preventing and decreasing healthcare associated infections and improving patient safety across the continuum of care (including hospitals and associated medical office buildings). Participates in the medical center's continuous survey readiness program to maintain compliance with regulatory standards. Essential Functions: - Provides strategic support to achieve high level of quality performance through collaboration with local leaders and regional initiatives and standardization to improve health. - Accountable for the annual development, implementation, and evaluation of the Infection Prevention goals and objectives, plan, and risk assessment to reduce and control the risk of health care associated infections. - Collaborates with leadership team to ensure compliance with regulatory and accrediting agency requirements, timely and accurate reporting to Department of Public Health and other external agencies as appropriate. - Provides leadership to physician leaders, patient care service leaders and quality leaders to improve patient safety. - Provides consultation to medical center leaders and staff. Actively participates in leadership meetings to ensure alignment of priorities and strategies. - Provides direct supervision to Infection Prevention Coordinator(s) and Associate. - Accountable for departmental budget. - Co-chairs the Infection Control Committee with the Infectious Disease Chief to provide leadership which will ensure surveillance activities and improvement plans are analyzed, implemented and reported to leadership. - Collaborates with Occupational/Employee Health to institute measures to protect and prevent healthcare workers from injuries due to communicable diseases. - Collaborates with Facility Services to ensure an integrated Environment of Care program. - Keeps abreast of current scientific literature, recommendations, guidelines, and regulatory requirements which may impact the Infection Prevention Program. - Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Secondary Functions: At one medical center (including all associated ambulatory care departments/sites and other non-acute patient care sites), accountable for the management of a Infection Prevention and Control Program across the continuum of care, developing and achieving Infection Control goals and objectives, planning, developing, implementing, delivering, evaluating and continuously improving infection prevention and control services. In a facility with a staff of one or more IC Coordinators and/or IC Associates, responsible for program design, planning, implementation, evaluation and for directing the work of the IC Coordinator(s) and any other assigned staff, for serving as the content expert/consultant in Infection Control and Prevention for one entire medical center and associated ambulatory care areas. Also accountable for collection and analysis of healthcare associated infection data, development and presentation of reports and educational programs for personnel and patients as needed, ensuring provision of requested KP patient information to the Department of Health Services, recommending to local leadership/Risk Management when Public Health/Dept of Health should be notified in the event of an outbreak, management of infection prevention and control practices, assisting client departments in survey readiness and preparation for regulatory standard reviews, accreditation and licensure surveys in both the acute and ambulatory care areas (e.g. The Joint Commission, Cal-OSHA, DHS, etc.). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum three (3) years of infection prevention experience in an acute health care facility. - Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively more responsible related work experience with two (2) years current management experience in assigned service area preferred; or completion of management training program required. - Bachelor's degree in a health related field such as Nursing, Epidemiology, Microbiology or Public Health. - Master's degree preferred in Nursing, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Public Health or other discipline. - Current Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred, or must become certified within the first year of hire. - Valid California license or certification in clinical healthcare discipline preferred, such as nursing, clinical laboratory science, or public health. - Demonstrated leadership skills. - Demonstrated skills in program management, project management, time management, and/or resource management. - Demonstrated ability to influence change. - Demonstrated skills in collaborative team work. - Demonstrated problem-solving, analytic, and decision making skills. - Demonstrated written and oral communication skills. - Demonstrated ability to develop and present educational programs. - Demonstrated ability to apply adult learning principles. - Demonstrated computer software application skills such as Lotus Notes, Words, Excel, and Powerpoint. Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum of two years (usually) experience as an Infection Control Coordinator. - Minimum of four years relevant clinical experience in an acute care hospital, utilizing knowledge of medical andsurgical procedures as well as techniques and procedures involved in patient care, treatment and management. - Demonstrated knowledge of microbiology, laboratory procedures, adult education, aseptic technique and epidemiological techniques. - Demonstrated ability to comprehend and utilize epidemiological/public health data and statistical methods, screen and interpret data results for variations and/or errors.2012-04-07 22:13:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130427CARoseville, CA27727596http://kp.jobs/xml/27727596/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Patient Care Coordinator Case Manager [01] Location: Sacramento, CA Coordinates with physicians, staff, and non-Kaiser providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care. Essential Functions: - Utilization Management: Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. - Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. - Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. - Educates other health care team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. - Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. - Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). - Discharge Planning: Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. - Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing, social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. - Performance Improvement: Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. - Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, care paths, etc. for patient care. - Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. - Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. - Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Work plan initiatives. - Administrative and Regulatory: Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. - Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. - Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. - May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. - Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. - Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Experience, usually two (2) + years, in direct patient care delivery and management. - Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred, usually two (2) + years. - BSN or BA in health care related field OR diploma/associate degree in nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. - Master's degree preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. - Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, TJC, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. - Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgment abilities. - Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. - Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.) Preferred Qualifications: - BSN - Case Management Certification2012-04-07 22:13:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130442CASacramento, CA27727595http://kp.jobs/xml/27727595/jobUSASacramentoTitle: Clinical Services Supervisor - Home Health Hospice [01102012 SAC HH/H Intake Supervisor] Location: Sacramento, CA Manages activities of the home/health/hospice agency. Monitors quality, service and utilization standards. Supervises the day-to-day clinical operational activities. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Essential Functions: - Manages the day-to-day clinical operations of the agency, including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. - Supervises agency and employee safety programs and risk management. - Responsible for overall supervision of hospice and home health nurses and aides, includes interviewing, hiring, monitoring assignments and evaluating personnel. - Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development. - Acts as resource to staff as clinical expert. - Ensures individualized care goals are met. - Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. - Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the agency level. - Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of other agencies. - Participates in program management, including licensing, budgeting, utilization and quality assessment/improvement activities. - Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care, and cost effective utilization of services. - Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. - Works with health care providers outside of the agency to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. - Coordinates with appropriate team members or contract services for the clinical care hospice and home health patients and families. - Reviews all visits made by contract services for adherence to hospice and home health policies. - Ensures patients receive quality care by reviewing documentation, making visits with staff, reviewing care plans, conducting/participating in multidisciplinary team conferences, and reviewing patient satisfaction reports. - Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum two(two (2)years of previous nursing experience in acute care setting. - Minimum three (three (3) years of previous home health and/or hospice experience. - Demonstrated supervisory or lead experience. - BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. - Graduate of accredited school of nursing required. - Current California RN license required. - Current BLS certification required. - PHN certificate preferred. - Current valid California Driver's license required. - Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. - Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. - Strong interpersonal communication skills. - Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Schedule: Mon - Fri. Requires availability for weekend/holiday rotation.2012-04-07 22:13:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130478CASacramento, CA27727597http://kp.jobs/xml/27727597/jobUSAOaklandTitle: Sr Data Consultant Location: Oakland, CA Under general supervision, this position exists to assist the organization in making strategic data-related decisions by analyzing, manipulating, tracking, internally managing, & reporting data. This position takes an active leadership role both as a consultant & as a high-level statistical analytics programmer. Essential Functions: - Leads, makes significant contributions, &/or provides technical leadership to high visibility projects to identify - Resolves issues of strategic importance to the organization - Interfaces regularly w/ senior management to produce timely & valuable results - Directs the development of outcomes & process measures, including technical specifications, to enable population measurement, guideline implementation, & evaluation - Builds & maintains complex statistical routines using macros, vendor software, & software written by self & others - Tests & maintains data integrity across multiple databases (internal SAS, DB2, VSAM; external: Adobe, Excel, SAS parsing routines, COBOL) - Builds sophisticated statistical models & forecasting tools using these databases - Designs & enhances databases - Designs menu systems that are effective & user-friendly - Develops reports w/ accurate, easy to read, useful information that satisfies the client's needs - Designs & generates tracking & monitoring tools - Designs research plans for data gathering & analysis participates significantly in interpreting analyses & developing action plans accordingly - Defines & frames complex multi-dimensional healthcare issues & develops time tables/processes for decision making - Translates needs, issues, & ideas into effective strategies & action plans - Formulates specific implementation plans & evaluates the effectiveness of actions/programs implemented - Develops creative alternative solutions & works closely w/ IT & outside partners (& physicians for TPMG departments) - Sets the strategic direction of projects & determines goals & priorities w/ team, clients, or project management sponsors (when appropriate) - May coordinate team/project activities & schedules - May establish team membership & project participants, provides leadership to multi-disciplinary project teams, as well as manage work of outside consultants when used - Communicates results/recommendations to project sponsors, clients, & various senior level audiences (including physicians for TPMG departments) - May participate in the development & management of the department, including coaching & recruiting for consultants/analysts & other departmental activities Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Five (5) plus years programming in SAS, SQL, VBA, net or equivalent statistical analytical programming language - Experience w/ analytical manipulation & interpretation of large databases required - Experience w/ MVS/TSO operating systems required - Typically, five (5) plus years of related analytical consulting experience & healthcare experience preferred - Project management experience strongly preferred - Master's degree in economics, finance, health care administration, public health administration, statistics, mathematics, operations research, or related field, or equivalent bachelor's degree & work experience in lieu of a master's degree - Broad familiarity w/ medical practices, especially population management & process & outcomes measurement - Knowledge of JCL strongly preferred - Microsoft Office skills required - Ability to express complex analytical & technical information to senior management or to audiences w/ clinical training - Exceptional analytic & critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, & ability to work w/in a team - Must be an independent self-starter - Proven leadership in consulting &, for some areas, project management - Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, & results orientation - Ability to express complex analytical & technical information to senior management or to audiences w/ clinical training - Must be able to work in Labor/Management Partnership environment Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with Teradata SQL Experience with VBA - Knowledge of Business Intelligence tools (e.g. SAS BI, Cognos) - Able to research data sources, identify, verify and extract data elements for reporting2012-04-07 22:13:43United StatesKaiser PermanenteCalifornia130490CAOakland, CA27727599http://kp.jobs/xml/27727599/job