14 healthcare jobs found in fort lauderdale

MEDICAL LAB TECH-AKMH LAB-PRN (JOB ID: 2118) Location: AKMH Employment Status: PRN  SUMMARY:  Performs routine and special chemical, microscopic, microbiological and immunological tests on body fluids, blood, exudates from hospital and other patients to provide information for diagnosing and treatment of disease.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs various laboratory procedures on patient samples using instruments in the chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, blood bank, and serology departments. Prepares blood and blood components for transfusion by conducting blood group, type and compatibility testing. Performs other testing including PCR, rapid antigen/antibody tests, and various stains. Analyze specimens using microscopic and manual techniques to report normal and abnormal findings. Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and resulting information, referring to pathologist as appropriate.  Responsible for reporting...

LAB CLERICAL REPRESENTATIVE - KAPLAN MEMORIAL LAB - FULL TIME (JOB ID: 6718) Location: AKMH Employment Status: FT SUMMARY: The Laboratory Clerical Representative will be responsible for various activities for the laboratory department. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Acts as receptionist and resource person to patients, staff, physicians and clients 2.Obtains complete and accurate registration information and inputs correct data 3.Proactively seeks information needed to provide services, i.e., seeks to obtain doctor’s orders, complete billing information, etc. 4.Registers clients in a prompt, efficient, and courteous manner 5.Accurately performs all computer functions within the laboratory department, i.e., Pathnet, Cerner, and referral lab systems 6.Sorts and receives specimens ensuring proper tests are ordered and labeled correctly 7.Responsible for ordering, labeling, and shipment of referral specimens within a specific time 8.Records and resolves problems...

MEDICAL LAB TECH-AKMH LAB-FULL TIME (JOB ID: 6857) Location: AKMH Employment Status: FT  SUMMARY:  Performs routine and special chemical, microscopic, microbiological and immunological tests on body fluids, blood, exudates from hospital and other patients to provide information for diagnosing and treatment of disease.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs various laboratory procedures on patient samples using instruments in the chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, blood bank, and serology departments. Prepares blood and blood components for transfusion by conducting blood group, type and compatibility testing. Performs other testing including PCR, rapid antigen/antibody tests, and various stains. Analyze specimens using microscopic and manual techniques to report normal and abnormal findings. Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and resulting information, referring to pathologist as appropriate.  Responsible for reporting...

FOOD SERVICE WORKER - OAKMH DIETARY - FULL TIME (JOB ID: 6876) Location: AKMH Employment Status: FT   SUMMARY: Responsible for diversity in tasks to include the preparation and serving of meals for patients, employees and customers. Responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary and safe work environment. Responsible for working through-out the dietary department including dish-room, production and retail areas as needed. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ·Maintains all service standards towards customers, co-workers and clients. ·Sets up and maintains assigned work area in a neat, clean, and orderly manner to facilitate efficiency and ensure food safety. ·Conscientiously completes all cleaning assignments as outlined in the Master Cleaning Schedule in adherence to all sanitation procedures. ·Maintains basic nutrition knowledge as related to patient and retail menu program. ·May assemble and deliver patient trays with accuracy and completeness. ·May set-up and...

CNA-OAKMH MED SURG-PRN (JOB ID: 6735) Location: AKMH Employment Status: PRN   SUMMARY: Cares for patients in the hospital, or other medical facility, under direction of nursing, by performing the following duties. Provides exceptional service and/or care to all patients, customers and team members. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ·Answers call lights to determine patients' needs. ·Assists patients with activities of daily living. ·Serves and collects food trays and feeds patients requiring help. ·Transports patients or assists patients to walk. ·Turns and repositions patients, alone or with assistance. ·Changes bed linens, runs errands, directs visitors, and answers telephone. ·Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output, as directed. ·Maintains a neat and clean patient environment. ·Perform other duties as...

PMR TECH - MTS KAPLAN - PRN (JOB ID: 6369) Location: MTS KAPLAN Employment Status: PRN   SUMMARY:Assists in maintaining a smooth flow of activity in the office.Prepares treatment rooms, escorts patients to rooms, prepares patient as appropriate for treatment, and notifies therapist that patient is ready for treatment.Cleans treatment rooms after use. Oversees aquatic and gym exercise programs for adult wellness programs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   1.Prepares treatment rooms for patients. a.Disinfects tables b.Provides clean linens, towels and gowns/shorts 2.Escorts patients into treatment rooms or gym a.Puts patient charts on doors b.Takes patient charts to gym 3.Notifies Physical Therapists that patient is in a room 4.Under direct supervision of a Physical Therapist assists in providing treatment if activity is commensurate with training and ability, and as permitted by state law. 5.Under direct supervision of and with co-signature by, records daily notes...

FOOD SERVICE WORKER-OAKMH DIETARY-PART TIME (JOB ID: 4881) Location: AKMH Employment Status: PT   Summary: Under the supervision of the Retail Manager, Patient Service Managers, Production Manager, and/or Catering Manager provides food preparation and delivery services. Takes charge of the department or area in the absence of managers and supervisors, or as otherwise assigned. Acts as a resource person for Food Service Workers.   Responsibilities: • Maintains friendly, efficient, Spirit of Service attitude towards customers, co-workers and clients. • Sets up and maintains assigned work area in a neat, clean, and orderly manner to facilitate efficiency and ensure food safety. • Conscientiously completes all cleaning assignments as outlined in the Daily Sanitation Check-out Sheet. • Adheres to all sanitation procedures. • Adheres to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe environment. Complies with all OSHA regulations and other local, state and federal...

PHYSICAL THERAPIST - MTS KAPLAN - FULL TIME (JOB ID: 6245) Location: MTS KAPLAN Employment Status: Full Time     SUMMARY: The Physical Therapist conducts physical therapy evaluations and conducts prescribed physical therapy programs to assist patient participation in tasks to restore, reinforce and enhance physical performance and facilitate learning of skills essential for adaptation of an altered lifestyle. The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for working with other health professionals in achieving goals related to meeting the individual's maximum functional abilities following a life altering illness or disability. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   1.Under the direction of a licensed physician, the therapist develops and implements patient treatment consistent with the objectives of the interdisciplinary treatment plan by performing comprehensive assessments, establishing realistic and measurable short and long term goals, and initiating appropriate actions...

LPN-AKMH MED SURG-FULL TIME (JOB ID: 6130) SUMMARY:  The licensed practical nurse provides nursing care according to the physician’s orders and in conformance with the ANA Standards of Practice and Care, ANA Code of Ethics, unit specific standards, patient care policies and procedures, unit specific policies and procedures, and the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act.    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: §  The Licensed Practical Nurse works under the direction of the Registered Nurse §  Obtains information to contribute to an accurate and current patient assessment, patient care plan, and discharge plan §  Delivers compassionate care to patients and supports members of the patient’s family §  Includes the patient and caregivers in this process to obtain accurate information/history and contributes to the RN’s assessment §  Evaluates the patient’s needs, reports findings in a timely manner, evaluates the patient frequently to determine changes in conditions/needs, and performs...

RN-OAKMH MED SURG-FULL TIME (JOB ID: 6035) Location: AKMH Employment Status: FT   Summary: The registered nurse provides nursing care according to the physician’s orders and in conformance with the ANA Standards of Practice and Care, ANA Code of Ethics, unit specific standards, patient care policies and procedures, unit specific policies and procedures, and the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act. The RN is responsible and accountable for individual, autonomous nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks and nursing activities in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.   Responsibilities: •The nurse may be placed in the charge nurse role. • The Registered Nurse will perform a comprehensive nursing assessment, develop and implement a patient treatment plan consistent with the objectives of the multi-disciplinary treatment plan • The patient and family members will be included in the patient care planning and setting of discharge objective • Implements nursing care...

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST-MTS KAPLAN-PRN (JOB ID: 3479) Location: MTS KAPLAN Employment Status: PRN   SUMMARY: Conducts evaluation and treatment of communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders to enhance ability to communicate basic needs, to function cognitively at a maximal level, and to consume oral nutrition safely in the least restrictive manner. The Speech Pathologist (ST) is responsible for working with other healthcare professionals and family members to educate and to assist patient in maximizing functional abilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Under the direction of a licensed physician, the therapist develops and implements patient treatment consistent with the objectives of the interdisciplinary treatment plan by performing comprehensive assessments, establishing realistic and measurable short and long term goals, and initiating appropriate actions based upon evaluation findings. 2. The therapist implements appropriate...

LICENSED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST-AKMH RESPIRATORY DEPT-PRN (JOB ID: 3187) Location: AKMH Employment Status: PRN   Summary: Under the supervision of the Director of Respiratory Care Services, a Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of duties to carry out the medical prescription of a physician in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiopulmonary disease   Responsibilities: A.) THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES 1. Conducts physician-prescribed therapy by the operation of hand-held nebulizers, incentive spirometers, and various gas powered devices in order to administer prescribed drugs, gases, humidity and various oxygen concentrations to the patient. 2. Performs chest physiotherapy involving percussion, vibration and postural drainage. 3. Sets up, operates, maintains and monitors ventilators, and CPAP/BIPAP. 4. Makes rounds on a timely basis to check and maintain equipment and supplies on oxygen equipment, and room vaporizers. 5. Evaluates patients, consults with and advises other medical...

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST-AKMH MTS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES-PRN (JOB ID: 4772) SUMMARY:    The Physical Therapist conducts physical therapy evaluations and conducts prescribed physical therapy programs to assist patient participation in tasks to restore, reinforce and enhance physical performance and facilitate learning of skills essential for adaptation of an altered lifestyle. The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for working with other health professionals in achieving goals related to meeting the individual's maximum functional abilities following a life altering illness or disability.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   1.      Under the direction of a licensed physician, the therapist develops and implements patient treatment consistent with the objectives of the interdisciplinary treatment plan by performing comprehensive assessments, establishing realistic and measurable short and long term goals, and initiating appropriate actions based upon evaluation...

RN SPECIALTY-OAKMH EMERGENCY DEPT-FULL TIME (JOB ID: 4780) Location: AKMH Employment Status: FT   Summary   Responsibilities Responsibilities: • The Team Leader is responsible for the quality of the care provided to patients during their shift. Functions as care coordinator. • Maintains high standards of patient care: o Participates, evaluates and reports PI Plan. o Accountable for staff guidance through PI plan. • Promotes high standards in Human Resources: • Rewards unit staff through awards and recognition. • Assists with the evaluation of staff. • Responsible for staff discipline while on duty. • The Team leader is responsible for resource management within the department: • Meets professional requirements in a timely manner and is attentive to detail: o Patient Assignments o Promotes adherence to quality initiatives. • Risk management • Plans activities in an organized, accountable manner: • Plans patient care in an organized, accountable manner. • Evaluates patient care...