Pella Regional Health Center

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, the Medical Technologist completes appropriate laboratory testing. Examination and analysis of tissue and fluid samples to provide data for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.   Departments may include: Hematology, Serology, Clinical Chemistry, Blood Bank and/or Clinical Microscopy.   Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v      Bachelor's of Science Diploma in Medical Technology. v      Two years experience preferred.

Demonstrates effective use of the nursing process in providing care to cardiac rehab clients, and cardiovascular editing/testing of clients. Believes in the mission and vision of the Cardiac Services Department. Promotes continuity of care by communicating with patient care providers, family and other disciplines in planning and coordination of care.    Performs general duties in a timely manner with minimal supervision.  Able to work with broad range of ages from the pediatric to the geriatric population.  Maintains a good working knowledge of the technology( Meditech, heart monitors, stress test system, Phase II telemetry, accuchecks) and exercise equipment present in Cardiac Services and is receptive to use of new technology as available. Maintains a clean and safe environment.  Restocks supplies as necessary.    Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v  Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred. v  Current Registration and Licensure in the State of Iowa as an...

Responsible for providing medical imaging services as directed by the physician and/or radiologist. Completes assigned responsibilities within his/her certification with little or no direct supervision. Participates in performance improvement activities and quality monitoring for the department. Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: Graduate of a program for Radiologic Techs. ARRT registered. Iowa licensure (Permit to Practice). Previous hospital experience preferred. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required.  New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. High degree of empathetic listening, tact and kindness toward others. Ability to communicate well verbally.  Must work effectively as a member of a team. Strong computer knowledge Technical skills associated with duties listed within this job description.  Must be competent in all assigned areas. Willingness to complete further...

Provides patient/resident care activities under the direction of Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse.  Assists patient/residents with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, comfort and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for patient/residents.    Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v  High school graduate or GED preferred. v  Completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant program OR be listed as having passed CNA competency testing on the Iowa Direct Care Worker registry. May be certified as a medic or Combat Lifesaver (through military duty) or have EMS certification as a base provider. v  Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required.  New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date. v  Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. v  High degree of empathetic listening, tact and kindness toward others. v  Effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills required. v...

Collaborates with the health care team using evidence based practice, demonstrating accountability, respect for patients, families and coworkers, while providing safe and optimal patient outcomes.  Promotes continuity of care by communicating effectively with interdisciplinary team and family as appropriate. Directs the work of the support staff in the provision of care.  Performs general nursing duties using critical thinking skills with minimal supervision. Able to work with the age specific populations according to the setting. Assessments includes: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and the geriatric patient.   Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v  Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred. v  Current Registration and Licensure in the State of Iowa as an RN.  Must be in good standing with the Board of Nursing. v  Continuing education as required to maintain licensure. v  Completion of Basic Life Support and Dependent Adult Abuse. v  Nursing experience...

This position serves to primarily assist clinic healthcare providers. Clinical Associate (CA) will be under the supervision of the provider and office manager and should be someone that is comfortable working in a "team" environment.   The CA performs a wide range of clinical duties while assisting the provider inside the exam room of a typical medical office setting. This position maintains responsibility for patient medical histories, patient, examinations, collection and preparation of specimens as required, and treatments and procedures, under the direction of the provider. Position maintains responsibility for patient medical histories, collection and preparation of specimens as required.   Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v  Graduate of an accredited program for RNs, LPNs, Certified Medical Assistants or Emergency Medical Technicians. v  Certification/Licensure in the States of Iowa. v  Previous acute or clinic experience. v  Current American Heart Association...

JOB SUMMARY: This position is primarily responsible for working as a clinic RN, maintaining clinic flow for patients and providers.  This position will serve as nursing coverage in the clinic assisting clinic healthcare providers with patient examinations, phone calls, treatments and procedures as they may be performed within a clinic setting under the direction of the provider; within the scope of the professional license.  This position maintains responsibility for patient medical record and documentation, collection and preparation of specimens, and administration of medications as ordered by the provider. Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: Graduate of an accredited RN program. Current RN license in the state of Iowa. 3 years of clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care setting preferred. Acute care and/or Home Health nursing for cardiac or diabetic patients – or prior phone triage, ER triage, MD office triage, combined Adult/Pediatric experience preferred....

JOB SUMMARY: This position serves to primarily assist clinic healthcare providers with patient examinations, phone calls, treatments and procedures as they may be performed within a clinic setting under the direction of the provider; within the scope of the professional license.  This position maintains responsibility for patient medical record and documentation, collection and preparation of specimens, and administration of medications as ordered by the provider.   Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: Graduate of an accredited program for RNs, LPNs or Certified Medical Assistants. Certification/Licensure in the States of Iowa. Previous acute or clinic experience. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required.  New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. High degree of empathetic listening, tact and kindness toward others. Ability to communicate well verbally.  Must work...

Assists in the cleaning and general upkeep of the various buildings of PRHC.  Performs daily responsibilities of cleaning while functioning as the supervisor of the Environmental Services staff members.  Responsible for the overall quality of the cleaning services.  Assists manager in daily oversight of the department.    Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v      Must have knowledge of or ability to learn cleaning techniques and infection control practices. v      Supervisory experience preferred.  Supervisory aptitude must be demonstrates if no prior experience. v      Must have a valid driver’s license. v      Must have some computer skills and be comfortable with Microsoft Word & Microsoft Excel. v      Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. v      Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of personnel. v      Ability to operate floor care equipment. v      Ability to learn with minimal direction. v      Ability to work...

JOB SUMMARY: Clinic Office Assistant, who has the ability for,  Customer service focused, critical thinking skills, ability to problem solve, time management, clear written and spoken communication, good judgement and decision making skills, and proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Basic computer knowledge with ability to learn specific computer system. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required.  New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date. Accuracy in clerical skills.

JOB SUMMARY: This position provides courteous and professional assistance to all patients and visitors contacting the clinic.  Primary job duties include prompt and courteous patient registration, receiving and directing incoming calls and medical data entry. Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Ability to remain composed and function well in fast paced environment. Basic computer knowledge with ability to learn specific computer system. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required.  New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.  Not applicable to all clinic receptionist.  Requirement varies based on clinic location.   Accuracy in clerical skills.

To transport and deliver supplies, specimens, equipment, medications and correspondence between Pella Regional Health Center and all off site locations, as needed.  Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v      Valid Iowa Driver’s License v      Personal auto/liability coverage v      Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. v      Positive, appropriate communication skills. v      Basic decision-making and problem-solving skills. v      Good driving record.

JOB SUMMARY: This position provides courteous and professional assistance to all patients and visitors contacting the clinic, both in person and by telephone. This position is responsible for registering patients for their appointments at our various clinic locations. This position obtains and verifies the accuracy of patient demographic information needed for the purpose of filing insurance claims and completes the registration process in the electronic medical records system. This position also works out of the Call Center, scheduling appointments as directed by established guidelines. Travel between clinics is required. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Basic computer knowledge with ability to learn specific computer system. Accuracy in clerical skills. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required. New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.

Responsible for providing imaging services as directed by the physician and/or radiologist.  Is certified/trained in at least one specialty area in addition to routine radiography.  Completes assigned responsibilities within his/her certification with little or no direct supervision.  Applies ionizing radiation ultrasound for radiographic diagnosis. Participates in performance improvement activities and quality monitoring for the department.     Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: Graduate of a program for Radiologic Technologist. ARRT registered or eligible. Iowa licensure (Permit to Practice) Must be/become registered in at least 1 specialty area in addition to routine radiography. Previous hospital experience required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required.  New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. High degree of empathetic listening, tact and kindness toward...

Collaborates with the health care team using evidence based practice, demonstrating accountability, respect for patients, families and coworkers, while providing safe and optimal patient outcomes.  Promotes continuity of care by communicating effectively with interdisciplinary team and family as appropriate. Directs the work of the support staff in the provision of care.  Performs general nursing duties using critical thinking skills with minimal supervision.  Able to work with the age specific populations according to the setting.   Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v  Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred. v  Current registration and licensure in the State of Iowa as an RN.  Must be in good standing with the Board of Nursing. v  Continuing education as required to maintain licensure. v  Completion of coronary care course.  Maintenance of BCLS, PALS and ACLS verification. v  Dependent adult abuse training.  Mandatory reporter training for child abuse....

In addition to providing direct and indirect patient care in the acute nursing departments, the nursing shift supervisor assumes supervisory responsibility for the nursing departments in the absence of management. This job description/evaluation will be used alone unless the evaluator desires to include the med/surg staff nurse, OB staff nurse, ED staff nurse and/or ICU staff nurse job descriptions and evaluations related to nurse also working in one or more of these roles. Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v  Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred. v  Current registration and licensure in the State of Iowa as a RN.  Must be in good standing with the Board of Nursing. v  Continuing education as required to maintain licensure. v  Completion of coronary care/ ICU course.  Maintenance of BCLS, PALS, ACLS, NRP and TNCC certification.  ENPC and STABLE certifications are optional. v  Dependent adult abuse training.  Mandatory reporter training for child abuse....

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, the phlebotomist obtains and prepares specimens for analysis.  The phlebotomist must demonstrate the ability to work with neonates, infants, children, adults, and geriatric persons. He/She participates in performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities.    Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v      High school graduate or equivalent. v      Ability to competently complete on-the-job training provided within the department. v      A minimum of 1 year of previous health care experience in a direct patient care related role. Prior lab experience preferred. v      Certification as a nursing assistant is preferred, not required. v      Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. v      Strong written and verbal skills. v      Basic computer knowledge. v      Basic clerical skills. v      Ability to learn phlebotomy skills and perform phlebotomy procedures competently....

Responsible for direction, coordination, and competency of the personnel in the laboratory for the medical clinic. Ensures services are of the best quality, are cost contained and are carried out in an expeditious manner.  Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Assists Laboratory Manager or Designee with budget establishment and assures adherence to same.     Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: Current Medical Technologist licensure in the state of Iowa (ASCP). Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology Minimum of 5 years experience required.  Supervisory or lead personnel experience preferred. Must be willing to meet the on-call requirements of the position, including the ability to respond to the facility within the required time frames while on call for the facility. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required.  New...

Collaborates with the health care team using evidence based practice, demonstrating accountability, respect for patients, families and coworkers, while providing safe and optimal patient outcomes.  Promotes continuity of care by communicating effectively with interdisciplinary team and family as appropriate. Directs the work of the support staff in the provision of care.  Performs general nursing duties using critical thinking skills with minimal supervision.  Able to work with the age specific populations according to the setting.   Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities: v  Graduate of an accredited RN program; BSN preferred. v  Current Registration and Licensure in the State of Iowa as an RN.  Must be in good standing with the Board of Nursing. v  Continuing education as required to maintain licensure. v  Completion of Basic Life Support and Dependent Adult Abuse. v  Dependent adult abuse training.  Mandatory reporter training for child abuse. v  Ability to read and...