Total 15 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Omaha - FN Tower

The Nurse Manager of Inpatient Mental Health duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides direction and supervision of specific orientation, training, development of staff, and evaluation of individual staff performance.
• Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team to remove barriers and implement new evidence-based cutting-edge programs/processes.
• Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Monitors patient care, unit activities and staff development in the clinical setting; Management of personnel including leave administration, staff education, daily assignments, proficiencies, disciplinary and adverse actions.
• Uses electronic tracking/monitoring/data collection/presentation tools, i.e.: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Provides input into the strategic planning process for the attainment of organizational goals.
• Provides coverage for other unit Nurse Managers as needed

• BSN
• Mental health experience.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Previous management experience
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to solve daily operational situations.

Major Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Leading the overall delivery of care and services for the growing population of women Veterans, including through program management, strategic planning, advocating for women Veterans, cultural transformation, policy on women Veterans, business planning, staff training, environment of care and capital assets, outreach, partnerships with special populations, contracting review, care in the community, and collaboration with services (including diagnostic, emergent and urgent care, primary care, and specialty care).
• Providing oversight of the Women Veterans Program and working closely with the Women's Health Medical Director to form the foundation of the women's health team at the facility level.
• Serving as Chair of the Women Veterans Health Committee at facility level.
• Providing expertise and guidance specific to women Veterans for facility-wide strategic goals and objectives and executing comprehensive planning for women's health that improves the overall quality of care provided to women Veterans and achieves program goals and outcomes.
• Serving as an advocate for women by working closely with Veteran Experience Office (Patient Advocate Office) to facilitate problem resolution and women Veteran satisfaction.
• Collaborating with facility leadership on culture transformation to create a safe, secure, and respectful environment for women Veterans to receive care.
• Participating in the review of the physical environment; including:
  • Identifying deficiencies and opportunities for improvement and work with facility leadership, facility planner, and other staff to ensure that new construction and renovations are appropriate to meet the needs of women Veterans; and
  • Exercising direct authority to sign off on renovation, construction design and architectural plans.
• Collaborating with facility leadership to ensure local implementation of national policy related to women Veterans and reviewing and providing input on all facility policies as they are created or revised to support the needs of women Veterans.
• Collaborating with fiscal and facility leadership to advocate for resources to support programs to meet the needs of women Veterans.
• Collaborating with the Education Department and/or Designated Learning Officer to identify and address training needs for facility staff specific to women Veterans and promoting national and local educational programs for women's health providers and other staff.
• Collaborating with facility and community stakeholders to develop a comprehensive outreach plan that includes increasing public awareness of services available for women Veterans; networking to enhance community engagement with non-VA stakeholders; and increasing market penetration.
• Partnering with special population coordinators and program managers to ensure the needs of women Veterans are addressed across the health care system.
• Collaborating with facility leadership and local contracting staff to review applicable facility contracts related to women's health, including for all CBOCs, health network providers, diagnostics services, as they are created or revised to ensure they meet the requirements that are consistent with national women's health policy.
• Collaborating with facility leadership and internal and external partners to ensure that timely access to necessary care in the community is provided
• Collaborating with facility leadership to ensure that high quality and gender specific diagnostic services for women are available in a timely manner at all points of care and ensuring processes are in place for timely patient notification and coordination of care as indicated.
• Collaborating with various services to ensure the needs of women Veterans are met in a comprehensive manner consistent with national policies, including with:
  • Emergency care and other leadership to ensure that emergent and urgent care needs of women Veterans are met in a comprehensive manner consistent with national policies;
  • Primary care leadership and women's health primary care providers to provide programmatic consultation; and
  • Surgery service, mental health services, and other specialty care services.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Occasional evening and weekend tours may be required to support the mission and outreach efforts.
Telework: Ad-hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized

The Women Veterans Program Manager duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Leads facility-wide Women Veterans program.
• Assesses the need and implements services for women Veterans.
• Provides facility guidance regarding changes that are implemented in the program.
• Plans, coordinates quality of care, evaluates delivery of care to include timeliness to women Veterans needing serves.
• Implements new programs and expands existing programs.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary team to develop orientation processes, policies and procedures for the Women Veterans Health Care Program.
• Establishes relationships with internal and external customers to facilitate outreach to identify and engage women Veterans.
• Initiates and/or supports outreach activities by attendance at health fairs, recognition ceremonies, Stand Down, educational seminars and focus groups where women Veterans can provide input and feedback.

• Three (3) years of progressive experience with demonstrated knowledge and expertise in program administration is strongly recommended.
• Experience in women's health is desired.

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***

Major duties and responsibilities include:

• Follows procedures for patient identification, sample procurement, and specimen labeling
• Performs routine venipuncture specimen collections from patients
• Follows laboratory procedures for collecting specimens in the appropriate container
• Controls the physical condition of samples and responds to time factors to ensure that the physiologic state of the specimen is maintained
• Provides education to patients for proper collection techniques
• Prepares samples for testing to include labeling, centrifugation, decanting and aliquoting, etc.
• Maintains adequate supplies for all phlebotomy and specimen procurement procedures
• Answers incoming calls for the laboratory service - finding and relaying accurate information or referring the caller to technical personnel
• Performs standard diagnostic tests/procedures such as bleeding time, occult blood, urine dipstick, pregnancy test, fingerstick glucose
• Processes specimens using complex instrumentation
• Packages and ships specimens to reference laboratories
• Performs sterilization on the autoclave, and cleans glassware and other reusable items
• Identifies and appropriately responds to adverse reactions such as fainting, nausea, vomiting, convulsions, and arrests
• Perform other related duties as assigned

NOTE: This is a part-time position (20 hours/week). Benefits and time-off accrual will be prorated and based on your part-time work schedule.

NOTE: This is a TERM appointment (not-to-exceed 1 year). Term appointments are non-status, nonpermanent appointments of limited duration (more than 1 year but not more than 4). Term employees are eligible to earn leave and generally have the same benefits as permanent employees including health and life insurance, within-grade increases and Federal Employees Retirement System and Thrift Savings Plan coverage. Term appointments may be extended without further competition (up to the 4-year maximum). The appointment to a Term position does not confer eligibility for promotion or reassignment to other positions or the ability to be non-competitively converted to permanent employment.


Duties include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Performs health examination on animals.
• Monitors animals for changes in health and unusual behaviors.
• Administers simple medications to animals.
• Collects biological specimens for laboratory examination (i.e. feces, urine, blood and microbiological specimens).
• Handles and restrains animals according to instructions.
• Maintains animal and cage identification system as directed.
• Provides food, water and cage care to animals.
• Adapts feeding schedules to special circumstances.
• Cleans, sanitizes and sterilizes animal enclosures and nutrition (food/water) equipment.
• Reports abnormalities in animals.
• Restrains animals for various research processes.
• Maintains records (i.e. room logs, temperature charts, treatment records, etc.).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Major duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide individualized massage therapy treatment
  • The massage therapist utilizes standard patient evaluation procedures to formulate a treatment plan. The massage therapist incorporates various massage therapy and bodywork techniques taught within their professional education. The massage therapist provides advanced massage therapy services of greater complexity applied to specialty populations in various clinical/environmental settings with limited supervision and coordinate follow up care as indicated. The massage therapist is responsible for changing linen between patients, refilling oils, cleaning massage table/chair/arm rest, and providing a clean, calm environment.
• Provide massage therapy instruction, education, and mentoring
  • The massage therapist provides massage therapy instruction for self-care to patient and family as determined appropriate. The massage therapist educates patients on healthy lifestyle including hydration, basic nutrition, stretching, exercise, mind-body techniques, sleep habits, stress management and other matters related to massage therapy care. The massage therapist has knowledge of complementary integrative health and holistic health principles. The massage therapist mentors other staff in best massage therapy practices. Under routine academic oversight, the massage therapist assists with clinical supervision of massage therapy students. The massage therapist is a subject matter expert, responsible for mentoring other massage therapists and participating in educational activities. The massage therapist has knowledge of teaching methods and learning principles, and will assist other staff through education as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team.
• Complete clinical notes in electronic health record system
  • The massage therapist shall document and code information related to patient care in the VA's electronic health care record on a timely basis following established policies. Consent shall be completed prior to treatment in accordance with local requirements. The massage therapist functions as a member of the health care team and communicates with other health care providers as appropriate. Task #4: Maintain trainings and attend required meetings The massage therapist shall maintain up-to-date with VHA and professional trainings. Required professional meetings must be attended.
• Research and quality improvement
  • The massage therapist participates in research and quality improvement activities related to massage therapy. The massage therapist is required to use various communication techniques to encourage and educate individuals and groups to enhance massage therapy outcomes. The massage therapist is responsible for identifying, collecting and analyzing aggregate patient care information to ensure safety and quality of care.
• Administration
  • The massage therapist may review patient referrals to screen for appropriateness of care and direct Veterans to others services when necessary. The massage therapist is the subject matter expert on massage therapy and related body work services and will provide guidance when requested regarding purchased care.

This assignment performs fusion imaging such as complex PET/CT procedures, diagnostic imaging in general Nuclear Medicine, stress testing and SPECT/CT imaging in Nuclear Cardiology, radionuclide therapy for various cancers; operation and required quality assurance of various gamma cameras, PET/CT scanner, and monitoring instrumentation; working within radiation safety guidelines of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Department of Transportation, National Health Physics Program, Occupational Safety and Health Association, Joint Commission, among others. These complex assignments are carried out independently.

PET/CT Specific
Serves as a technologist for the PET/CT modality, performing daily and periodic quality control testing of PET/CT scanner (and other supporting equipment), organizing workflow, and performing patient studies.
Receives patient, explains procedure, answers questions relating to the procedure, positions patient for all necessary views and tends to patient comfort.
Obtains clinical data from the patient, electronic chart, requisition, and interviewing the patient and/or family for choosing appropriate imaging protocol.
Qualified to obtain patient blood glucose level prior to injecting imaging tracer to determine if scan is appropriate based on that level. Routinely passes quality control testing to stay current on operating glucometer.
Prepares, assays, and administers F-18 FOG or other prescribed positron emitting radiopharmaceuticals, recording, patient and dose parameters essential to interpretation of scan.
Under radiologist supervision, administers IV contrast to enhance CT images after reviewing patient chart for contraindications and renal lab values (impaired renal function or hypersensitivity).
Utilizes knowledge and proficiency in the performance of T scans with optimization of scanning parameters (mA, kVp, pitch, FOV, etc).
Documents the use of CT contrast, including any allergic reactions, on all paperwork and in the computerized patient data system
Prepares studies for nuclear medicine physician's and general radiologist's interpretation by ensuring completeness of all forms involved in the procedure, processing, and transmitting images to fusion workstation/PACS.

Nuclear Medicine Specific
Independently performs routine and complex diagnostic imaging procedures including static, dynamic, and SPECT/CT scans.
Receives all nuclear medicine procedure requests and schedules according to preferred date, taking into consideration other appointments, preparation criteria, and convenience for veterans.
Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals by injection, inhalation, or orally.
Explains exams to patient so that the patient understands what is to be done as well as what hazards if any.
Prepares patient for exams by achieving intravenous access and placing IV catheter when needed utilizing aseptic technique and standard precautions for infection control.
Ensures correct study is being performed on the specified patient by reviewing appropriateness of indication and patient's medical history.
Works with cardiology staff physicians, fellows, and other personnel to screen all patients and determine which nuclear medicine cardiac test is appropriate; taking into consideration lung diseases, weight, ability to exercise, medications, etc.

Radiation Safety
Follows radiation safety practices to minimize exposure to patient, staff, and self. This is achieved by using shielding and appropriate PPE, with thorough understanding and practice of "As Low As Reasonable Achievable" (ALARA) principles.
Capable of performing complex therapies and other duties that relate to treatments.
Performs in-vitro cell labeling for various procedures while carefully following appropriate blood labeling measures and record keeping.
Performs daily and weekly laboratory surveys and wipes tests to verify absence of radioactive contamination.
Assists the National Health Physics Program (NHPP) and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in audits and inspections ensuring regulatory compliance.
Maintains records associated with incoming diagnostic doses, DOT wipes, departmental surveys, administration, and disposal of radionuclides as mandated by the NHPP and NRC.

Scheduling
Fields all orders while screening them for urgency, appropriateness, and contraindications.
Completes a full history that's applicable to scan such as: Medications that interfere with exam and notes the length of discontinuation to avoid inaccurate results. Obtains physician approval before any medications stopped.
Works with patient and other clinics to schedule and coordinate exam(s) in accordance with VA scheduling mandates.
Explains test and extensive prep that patient must follow to complete exam.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday with alternating day shifts
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

The Endoscopy Registered Nurse duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Delivers and manages the care of patients undergoing therapeutic and diagnostic endoscopy procedures including both inpatients and outpatients.
• Assesses the patients physical and mental status prior to procedures, educates on procedural and post-procedural care, and documents responses to interventions, findings, and reports any changes.
• Functions in many roles and may include, pre-procedure assessments, post procedural recovery, and assisting physicians during procedures
• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care based on age-specific components.
• Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.
• Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.

Within this secure and inpatient unit, the Nursing Assistant provides care to Veterans with a variety of mental health needs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Medical Provider. The Nursing Assistant will provide specialized personal nursing care to Veterans and perform treatments and procedures requiring skills and extensive knowledge specific to Veterans conditions, medical treatments, and an understanding of the effects of the treatments. The Nursing Assistant will interact with and provide Veteran specific care for Veterans of varying ages and cultures.

Major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Taking-recording-reporting vital signs accurately, assisting ambulation, transporting patients within the medical center and other duties or care as directed by Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses or providers.
• Observing patients who may be confused or have other cognitive issues and reports to nurse when condition changes.
• Initiating emergency action in life threatening situations such as cardiac and/or respiratory arrest, massive bleeding, shock, or assaultive behavior by alerting licensed personnel immediately.
• Documenting vital signs and activities of daily living in the electronic record or paper record during contingency
• Performs continuous rounding while on mental health unit.
• Assists ward staff with direct patient care activities as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Shift Differential - 10% of basic pay for work performed during regularly scheduled hours between 6pm and 6am.
• Weekend Premium - 25% of basic pay for work performed between the hours of midnight Friday and midnight Sunday. This includes continuous service connected to work performed during these hours.
• Holiday Pay - 2 times basic hourly rate for regularly scheduled, non-overtime work on a designated holiday.

Within this secure and inpatient unit, the Nursing Assistant provides care to Veterans with a variety of mental health needs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Medical Provider. The Nursing Assistant will provide specialized personal nursing care to Veterans and perform treatments and procedures requiring skills and extensive knowledge specific to Veterans conditions, medical treatments, and an understanding of the effects of the treatments. The Nursing Assistant will interact with and provide Veteran specific care for Veterans of varying ages and cultures.

Major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Taking-recording-reporting vital signs accurately, assisting ambulation, transporting patients within the medical center and other duties or care as directed by Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses or providers.
• Observing patients who may be confused or have other cognitive issues and reports to nurse when condition changes.
• Initiating emergency action in life threatening situations such as cardiac and/or respiratory arrest, massive bleeding, shock, or assaultive behavior by alerting licensed personnel immediately.
• Documenting vital signs and activities of daily living in the electronic record or paper record during contingency
• Performs continuous rounding while on mental health unit.
• Assists ward staff with direct patient care activities as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Shift Differential - 10% of basic pay for work performed during regularly scheduled hours between 6pm and 6am.
• Weekend Premium - 25% of basic pay for work performed between the hours of midnight Friday and midnight Sunday. This includes continuous service connected to work performed during these hours.
• Holiday Pay - 2 times basic hourly rate for regularly scheduled, non-overtime work on a designated holiday.

Major duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Decontamination, preparation and assembly, inspection, sterilization, High-level Disinfection of endoscopes, transducers, probes, supply items, critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD), package and labeling peel pouch items, and distribution support to include RMD pickup and delivery for the medical center. The term "supply item" as used in this functional statement refers to disposable and reusable items for patient care including instrumentation (scissors, forceps, retractors, etc.), any semi-critical and critical reusable medical devices, surgical trays and sets, and various other items that could be processed through the Decontamination and Preparation areas of SPS.
• Familiar with guidelines consisting of Manufacturer Instructions for Use (MFI/IFU), which list and illustrate various steps in the reprocessing of instruments and equipment.
• Operates equipment involved in all areas of SPS reprocessing and sterilization processes.
• MSTs receive guidance from more experienced staff members, trainers, educators, and leads and require frequent and direct supervision.
• The incumbent will have knowledge of the processes for RMD as required by this position. The incumbent will be required to maintain current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, preparation and assembly, inspection, and sterilization of RMD appropriate to this position. The incumbent will be able to demonstrate their ability to utilize a competency/SOP in the use of RMD appropriate to this position.

• Instructs classes demonstrating appropriate adaptations and modifications using cues to ensure safety, appropriate alignment, and props as needed to participants in individual and group classes, as appropriate for physical, mental or behavioral well-being.
• Conducts engaging individual and group well-being classes for the purpose of promoting, preserving or restoring health and well-being and supports participants in achieving their goals.
• Prepares class sequences such as grounding, warm up, cool down, physical postures, breathing techniques and meditation or relaxation appropriate for the type of class and the ability of participants while ensuring safe movement.
• Uses English terminology of postures and trauma sensitive language to provide clear, simple verbal and visual cues and instructions to guide participants with alignment and modifications.
• Ensures safety protocols are followed for sanitizing, setting up and maintaining yoga space.
• Ensures props and reusable medical equipment are in safe working condition, stored in an organized manner and are available to support scheduled events and activities.
• Recognizes and communicates concerns to the supervisor and appropriate health care team to ensure individual and group safety.
• Conducts regular inspections of equipment.
• Uses technology and equipment to provide virtual instruction.
• Collaborates with the health care team in the development and integration of movement into a Veteran's personal health plan.
• Uses appropriate notes in the electronic medical record to document progress, communicates with providers and utilizes appropriate coding and tracking of the services.
• May develop patient and provider facing educational and marketing materials on the benefits of yoga, assist with promotional efforts and encourage participation in yoga classes, special events and community programs.

The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

The Community Care Coordinator duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for executing a streamlined approach to receiving, triaging, and directing timely, coordinated care.
• Uses nursing knowledge and systems theory to assess, organize, facilitate, and guide Veterans through their full range of care options including internal/direct care in Veterans Affairs (VA) and care in the community.
• Serves as a liaison to both internal and community providers and is responsible for managing the care of the Veteran throughout the consult process.
• Supports the medical center's mission to improve timely access to care, ensure Veterans who want to receive care in the community are referred and scheduled into the community, and support the delivery of high quality, timely care to the Veteran receiving community services.
• Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team both within the VA and in the community.
• Complies with VA-mandated processes and use of health information solutions that serve to assess, document, exchange, and track care coordination information.

Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the development and implementation of multifaceted, cross-spectrum strategic communications plans in support of established VA NWIHCS strategic goals and initiatives.
• Plans, develops, and communicates NWI programs and services to regional and local publics.
• Develops and implements a proactive NWI public affairs and media program that enhances the perception and image of the Veterans Health Administration and VA Nebraska- Western Iowa Health Care System.
• Principle advisor on Public Affairs matters to the Director of VA Nebraska-Western Iowa HCS, executive leadership and organizational members.
• Advises and recommends appropriate action to NWI health care facilities and public affairs staffs to assure consistent adherence to national, VISN and local and practices.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with members of the news media, members of congress, and specialized groups interested in Veteran issues and statewide NWI activities.
• Serves as the NWI point of contact for the media and public information inquiries and as the liaison with NWI Executives, Service Chiefs, CBOC facilities, veteran service organizations, congressional staffs, and university affiliates in the areas of public relations and external affairs.

The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): A recruitment incentive is authorized for highly qualified applicants.
Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual paid time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Amazing opportunity to serve Our Nation's Veterans as a full time General Cardiologist, at the VA Nebraska-Western Iowa VA Health Care System (VANWIHCS).

Preferred Experience: Must be board certified/eligible by the American College of Cardiology.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Generalized duties of a staff cardiologist involved as focus on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of many different heart and blood vessel conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart arrhythmia, high blood pressure, peripheral arterial disease, and heart failure.
• Standard tests are used such as electrocardiograms to make diagnoses. Specialized treatments may include percutaneous coronary angioplasty and pacemaker installation. The cardiologist may confer with cardiac surgeons when major surgery is deemed necessary.
• The cardiologist in this position will include interpretation of transthoracic echocardiography and stress echocardiography, performance and interpretation of transesophageal echo, interpretation of electrocardiograms and stress electrocardiograms, to staff outpatient cardiology clinics, to provide cardiology consult services as scheduled, on both inpatient and outpatient basis.
• This cardiologist will perform cardioversions on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. The cardiologist will serve as the attending physician for cardiology fellows in training.
• A progress note must be entered on all patients cared for by the cardiologist upon consultation, procedure, or clinic visit. Timely documentation is necessary in all areas in accordance with departmental policy, All administrative work should be completed in a timely fashion. Patient record documentation should be entered by the physician into the medical record directly (computerized patient record system -CPRS). Prohibited abbreviations should not be used.