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Job Description
If you have an interest in being part of one of the fastest growing industries in the nation in you may consider wanting to work for Trulieve! If you have a desire to help others in need through your efforts, this may be the role for you!&nbsp;
At Trulieve, we strive to bring our patients the relief they need in a product they can trust. Our plants are hand-grown in an environment specially designed to reduce unwanted chemicals and pests, keeping the process as natural as possible at every turn.
Our products are designed to alleviate seizures, severe and persistent muscle spasms, pain, nausea, loss of appetite, and other symptoms associated with serious medical conditions such as cancer.
Our specially trained staff works hand-in-hand with physicians to provide the right products and the correct dosage to ensure patients get the compassionate care they need.
To learn more about our company, please visit our website;&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.trulieve.com" target="_blank">https://www.trulieve.com</a>
Requisition ID:&nbsp;&nbsp;16790&nbsp;
Remote Work Available:&nbsp;No&nbsp;
Job Title:&nbsp;Retail Field Operations Specialist
Department:&nbsp;Retail Operations
Reports To:&nbsp;Retail Field Operations Manager
FLSA Status:&nbsp;Regular Exempt
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Travel: Onsite/Travel up to 75%
ROLE SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for supporting the Retail Field Operations Manager with operational procedures, systems, and business processes nationwide.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
<ul>
<li>Assist with managing, facilitating, and increasing communication and efficiency between departments.</li>
<li>Conduct field support and quality visits to ensure operational standards are met.</li>
<li>Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the states you support, pertaining to all systems and regulations.</li>
<li>Provide recommendations to the Retail Field Operations Manager to improve operations and drive growth.</li>
<li>Monitor daily productivity, recommending modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and operations</li>
<li>Assist with system and technology training and implementation.</li>
<li>Support in the development of standard operating procedures to increase efficiency within the designated region.</li>
<li>Assist with training and support to all Trulieve retail partners in the company.</li>
<li>Identify needs and strategize operational plans for retail training, visual merchandising and store aesthetics, customer flow, product organization, and asset protection in retail locations.</li>
<li>Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to validate updates and enhancements meet operational needs and function as expected.</li>
<li>Provide support with new store openings to ensure the store and team are prepared for Grand Opening and understand operations moving forward.</li>
<li>Visit retail establishments to ensure efficient and effective management as well as high performance sales.</li>
<li>Other miscellaneous assigned projects and responsibilities as directed. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>Minimum of an associate degree is preferred</li>
<li>Prior operations management experience, preferably in retail and/or customer service area, is a plus</li>
<li>Self-starter with a history of pushing for deadline-driven results and deliverables</li>
<li>Process improvement and documentation; Attention to detail; time-management, prioritization, and organizational skills</li>
<li>Observant, analytical, inquisitive, and attentive</li>
<li>Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and with a variety of personalities at various seniority levels &nbsp;</li>
<li>SAP and State required compliance/inventory management system knowledge preferred</li>
<li>Must possess the ability to train, develop and evaluate a team</li>
<li>Able to communicate in conversational English to work effectively with customers and team members, operate electronic equipment (computer, laptop), comprehend safety procedures, and utilize telecommunication devices</li>
<li>Able to understand and follow written/oral instructions</li>
</ul>
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a MVR background check</li>
<li>Must be able to pass a level 1 and level 2 background check</li>
<li>Must be at least 21 years of age</li>
<li>Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.</li>
<li>Must be able to relate to and work with patrons of different ages, abilities, and patrons that at times are experiencing emotional distress, or displaying a hostile attitude. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
<ul>
<li>Consistently required to move/traverse throughout facilities, including tight spaces</li>
<li>Accurately communicate and exchange sensitive information and ideas with others, including members of the public; observe/inspect details at varying ranges; operate computing devices:</li>
<li>Frequently required to manipulate objects of varying sizes and weights (e.g., products, packaging, tools, office machinery): push/pull objects up to 50lbs; lift/carry/position objects up to 50 lbs.; ascend/descend stool/ladder/steps; position self and/or objects at floor level (e.g., crouch, stoop, kneel, crawl)</li>
<li>Occasionally required to remain in a seated position</li>
<li>Must have visual and auditory acuity with or without aids to perform all functions of the position &nbsp; WORK SCHEDULE:</li>
</ul>
45+ hours weekly with flexible hours depending on business needs. Must be available to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays. Travel 50%-75% of work schedule. &nbsp;
Equal Opportunity Employer &nbsp; l &nbsp;Trulieve Supports a Drug Free Workplace
Salary will be commensurate with experience.&nbsp; &nbsp;A comprehensive benefits package including paid time off is offered with this position. This position will work an average of 40&nbsp;hours per week and will be available “after hours” if an emergency situation should arise.
Trulieve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Retail Field Operations Specialist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
The Homelessness Prevention Program (HPP), a program of Catholic Charities, provides homelessness prevention assistance to families and singles in San Francisco to help them maintain or obtain permanent housing. HPP assists families in permanent housing who are in danger of eviction or who need help to move to a more sustainable rental situation. Service components provided include needs assessment, budget planning, landlord mediation, referrals to tenancy counseling and legal assistance, short-term case management, necessary referrals, and access to financial/rental assistance.
 
Salary: $ 30.26-$31.18
Location: On site 5 days a week
 
The Housing Specialist is responsible for overall advocacy and support services to eligible families and individuals for a caseload of 20-25 clients regularly. Also, he/she will provide housing assessment and stabilization services to families who qualify and is responsible for crisis intervention counseling and extensive coordination between the family, the landlord and all other housing-related community resources. This position will work extensively with the community agencies which are collaborative partners with our program.
Work with families and individuals to confirm eligibility and conduct assessments of needs over the phone.
Coordinate a housing stabilization plan for families which includes:
A financial cover sheet of budget information to help the qualified families.
Develop a balanced family budget to guarantee future payment of rent
Recommend payment plan for families
Obtain the proper documentation from the Landlord
Communicate with the Landlord and explain procedures of our intervention
Help client obtain permanent housing through accessing security deposits and housing referrals.
Provide crisis intervention and/or short-term case management services to clients including:
Accurate and timely referrals
Mediate for family with landlords or property managers to obtain the necessary paper work
Mediate with Landlords and/or Landlords Counselors/Attorneys to obtain the necessary paperwork and avoid the eviction Process.
Redirect Legal Cases to the appropriate agencies, and continue the follow up until case is settled.
employer advocacy
Maintaining good and clear communication with client’s attorney or legal representative to get a better success when case is are already in court
Access to public benefits such as CalFresh, MediCal, etc.
Do immediate intervention to assist family when they are facing eviction at the level of Lawful Detainer or dealing with attorneys or client’s attorneys with other agencies to expedite the case and immediately request to issue a RUSH check.
Assess, assist and close cases annually in order to meet program service objectives.
Maintain proper client notes and program documentation.
Submit the Check Request on timely manner with Program Director/Manager.
Verify Clients information on CARES and City System Program to avoid duplication cases.
Complete data entry of new clients’ information in CC Systems as well as the City System, also update information of duplicate clients’ in both systems.
Scan complete client’s signed and Excel file and uploaded to the RAP Intake Form in the CC System
Follow Up payments status with Accounting Department.
Compile reports as requested.
Conduct follow-up to monitor ensure housing stability.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education &amp; Experience:
BA degree and one year of experience preferred or AA degree and three years related experience.
Previous experince locating and maintaining affordable family housing.
Experience working with families in crisis.
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:
Strong coordination skills.
Knowledge of community resources for families transitioning from homelessness.
Strong knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues and treatment models.
Ability to assess emergency situations and react accordingly by accessing appropriate medical/social systems.
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
Ability to speak Spanish or Cantonese required.
Knowledge of mandatory reporting requirements for people working with children.
Knowledge of issues facing homeless families.
Must be able to read and write English
Ability to communicate clearly in both verbal and written forms.
Ability to prioritize tasks with strong organizational skill.
Ability to design systems and processes to track data and monitor progress.
Achievement oriented
Teamwork and cooperation
Client-centered
Organizational awareness
​​Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in cross-cultural situations.​
Is responsible for accurate and timely data entry that aids Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) reporting and case record reviews.
Is responsible for accurate and timely submission of case records.
Serves on a quarterly case record review committee for Performance and Quality Improvement
Serves on department or program Performance and Quality Improvement PQI Committee responsible for monitoring goals and reporting.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
​​Frequent​ Bending, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and walking.
​​Frequent​ Lifting, pushing, and pulling.
​​Frequent​ Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
​​Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. ​
​​The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and extensive reading.​
​​Driving is not required for this position.​
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May need to enter private residences during the course of client home finding/housing search.
Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
Noise level in work environment is usually moderate.
May include contact with clients with mental health issues who demonstrate behaviors such as use of profanity, shouting, running away, self-harm and violence.
The worker is occasionally exposed to perfume or scents in personal care products used by employees, clients, and visitors.
The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions: No effective protection from weather.
The worker is subject to noise: Noise level in work environment can be moderate to excessive.
Occasional need to interact with clients that may be expressing anger both appropriately and inappropriately, and to manage the client environment in a way that will avoid further escalation of any inappropriate behavior
The work environment includes traveling using various modes of transportation.
Company DescriptionCatholic Charities is one of the largest, oldest, and most comprehensive nonprofit human services organizations in Northern California, annually reaching more than 60,000 vulnerable individuals of all faiths in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties. With a staff of approximately 450, reaching peaks of nearly 600 with seasonal hires, a budget of $54.3 million, and a current governing board of 27, this venerable, fully-accredited, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit addresses some of the most pressing community needs – homelessness, generational poverty, immigration, inequality, hunger, aging in isolation, and communicable disease -- to name a few – with compassion and services of highest quality. CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability, or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
<h3>Company Description</h3>
Catholic Charities is one of the largest, oldest, and most comprehensive nonprofit human services organizations in Northern California, annually reaching more than 60,000 vulnerable individuals of all faiths in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties. With a staff of approximately 450, reaching peaks of nearly 600 with seasonal hires, a budget of $54.3 million, and a current governing board of 27, this venerable, fully-accredited, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit addresses some of the most pressing community needs – homelessness, generational poverty, immigration, inequality, hunger, aging in isolation, and communicable disease -- to name a few – with compassion and services of highest quality.\r\n\r\nCATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability, or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.\r\n\r\nPursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Housing Specialist for Rental Relief (HPP)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description 
Come join our team and become part of what the Boston Globe has recognized as one of the Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts 2018 -&nbsp;2025!&nbsp;
Saving lives through organ and tissue donation is the mission uniting our employees and drives the work we do.&nbsp;
New England Donor Services (NEDS) coordinates organ and tissue donation in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, the eastern counties of Vermont and Bermuda.&nbsp;Responsible for one of the largest of the 55 Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) that make up the nation’s donation system, NEDS works with over 200 hospitals and serves nearly 15 million people in our region, screening nearly 55,000 potential donor referrals annually. With approximately $140M in operating revenues, NEDS employs 378 clinical and non-clinical staff members throughout New England and across the country.
Our vision is to be a leader in the development and implementation of strategies to increase the life-saving and life-enhancing gifts of organ and tissue donation through effective relationships with our clinical partners, donor families and the communities we serve.
Please note: We are currently interviewing for our next New Hire Orientation class starting in January or February 2026.
Job Description 
&nbsp;Do you have a CRCST or sterilization certification background? Are you looking for meaningful work, great benefits and a place to belong? Our Central Supply Specialist role is a unique position that combines inventorying and sterilization of our surgical equipment for our surgical team. &nbsp;Saving lives through organ and tissue donation is the mission uniting our employees and driving the work we do every day.
As a Central Supply Specialist&nbsp;(CSS) you play a critical role in our mission to "Save and Heal Lives". The CSS is&nbsp;responsible for inventory in all of NED's offices, including Waltham, Westbrook, and Vernon, CT.
Fulltime Days - 40 hours a week with a fluctuating schedule&nbsp;to cover NEDS 24/7 operations. Weekend and Holiday rotation required.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Day shift Monday - Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm</li>
<li>Every 3rd&nbsp;week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (Th/Friday days off) and then working Sat / Sun for 40 hours.</li>
<li>The following week 4 shifts at 10 hour day&nbsp;shifts 6:30am -5:00pm for 40 hours.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Administrative&nbsp;Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Daily data entry of supply inventory using NEDS online system BTM</li>
<li>Maintains relationships with internal and external customers.</li>
<li>Daily monitoring of all clinical equipment (freezers, sterilizer, washers, refrigerators) and completes required documentation when required.</li>
<li>Responsible for tissue storage, supply storage, sterilization, with AATB standards and NEDS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).</li>
<li>Completes required documentation through data entry into NEDS’s on-line systems including, but not limited to SharePoint, BTM, TrueNorth and ADP.</li>
<li>At the direction of the Manager, conducts on the job training with new hires.</li>
</ul>
Clinical&nbsp;Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Physically receives all deliveries to NEDS Waltham facility.</li>
<li>Responsible for ordering, re-stocking, rotating, and reconciling inventory par levels in all locations for clinical readiness.</li>
<li>Cleans, decontaminates and sterilizes instrument recovery kits per NEDS SOPs.</li>
<li>Required travel to satellite offices via NEDS’s to deliver, stock, rotate, and reconcile supplies using the inventory management system.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Transport recovered tissue via NEDS’s vehicle from satellite offices to Waltham.</li>
<li>Responsible for shipping recovered tissue to processors, as necessary.</li>
<li>Maintains cleanliness of clinical areas including satellite offices per NEDS SOPs.</li>
<li>Cleans Kidney pumps for clinical readiness.</li>
<li>Responsible for arranging for the disposal of all NEDS medical waste.</li>
<li>Maintains linen inventory for clinical activity.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Training:
<ul>
<li>Coaches/mentors new Central Supply Coordinators as they train and develop.</li>
<li>Timely completion of all initial and annual trainings via TalentEd.</li>
<li>Attend all departmental and organizational meetings</li>
</ul>
Additional responsibilities include&nbsp;shelving and rotating stock, cleaning and sterilization of instrument kits as well as cleaning of the clinical areas per NEDS standards, and arranging for the disposal of all NEDS medical waste.
Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>Previous experience in a hospital or medical field in central processing, inventory control or database entry preferred</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required</li>
<li>Basic computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook,&nbsp;and ability to learn NEDS’s internal systems including but not limited to True North.</li>
<li>Must be able to physically move and manipulate supplies up to 100 pounds</li>
<li>This position requires the ability to work weekends, mandatory overtime, and occasional travel to perform Central Processing Coordinator functions at NEDS satellite offices in ME and CT</li>
</ul>
Education and Experience LEVEL I
<ul>
<li>High school diploma</li>
<li>Must hold a valid state driver's license</li>
<li>Candidates will be required to travel by personal vehicle to meet the duties and responsibilities of this position. Must maintain the requirements of an “eligible driver” including being at least 21 years old, maintaining an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and required minimum personal automobile insurance per NEDS automobile policy.</li>
</ul>
Once you have completed all required orientation the career path for this role also includes growth to a Level II which will have even more responsibilities:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE – LEVEL II
<ul>
<li>A minimum of 1 years’ experience in the Level I role or previous experience in a hospital or medical field with sterilization experience.</li>
<li>Meets all requirements of Level I Central Supply Specialist.</li>
<li>Perform all duties of a Level I Central Supply Specialist.</li>
<li>Maintain relationships with instrument and sterilization asset vendors.</li>
<li>Oversee the washer, sterilizer asset management including scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance.</li>
<li>Be responsible for instrument, sterilization, and asset documentation in accordance with AATB and NEDS standards.</li>
</ul>
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS – LEVEL II
<ul>
<li>CRCST or sterilization certification equivalent.</li>
<li>Required to travel by NEDS authorized vehicles to meet the duties and responsibilities of this position.</li>
</ul>
What You’ll Be a Part Of:
You will be part of a team that supports the NEDS mission, to Save and Heal Lives, through the gift of Organ and Tissue Donation.&nbsp;&nbsp;As an NEDS employee, our benefits include:
<ul>
<li>Generous&nbsp;paid time-off program</li>
<li>Health, Dental, Vision, and Mental Health insurance coverage</li>
<li>2x Annual Salary Life Insurance</li>
<li>Fertility Benefits</li>
<li>Inclusive Healthcare Programs</li>
<li>Flex Spending Account Options</li>
<li>403(b) Retirement Plan with Organizational Contributions</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
<li>Pet Insurance</li>
<li>Working Advantage discounts Program.</li>
<li>Personal career and skill development opportunities</li>
</ul>
You can also participate in&nbsp;Corporate sponsored events like the annual Blue &amp; Green Walk, Community Volunteering opportunities, Organization-wide team-building outings, and more!
 Additional Information 
HIRING ALERT:&nbsp;NEDS is actively taking precautions to protect our community, staff and partners during this time of medical emergency due to COVID-19.&nbsp;In order to be employed at NEDS, you must be vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19.
When you join New England Donor Services you can expect competitive salaries and a great benefit package. Benefits include a generous paid time off program, BCBS Health and Dental Insurance, Healthcare Reimbursement Account, 2x Annual Salary Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA),&nbsp;Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage, 403(b) Retirement Contribution, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program and Discounts through Working Advantage.
New England Donor Services is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
Hear from some of our employees at <a href="http://www.neds.org/careers" target="_blank">www.neds.org/careers</a>

Central Supply Specialist (Sterilization and Central Processing)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Healthcare | Union Environment | Mission-Driven Organization
 
Why This Role?
This is a high-impact opportunity for a senior HR leader who thrives in both strategic and hands-on work. As Director of Human Resources, you will shape workforce strategy, guide leaders, and ensure strong labor relations, compliance, and talent practices in a complex healthcare environment. This role offers visibility, influence, and the chance to directly support the hospital’s mission through thoughtful, people-centered leadership.
 
Position Summary
The Human Resources Director provides comprehensive HR leadership and services to hospital departments, administrative leadership, and executive staff. This role oversees talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, labor relations, compliance, and HR operations to support the hospital’s mission and regulatory obligations. The Director directly supervises Human Resources staff and is responsible for their performance, development, and day-to-day operations.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
Leadership, Labor Relations &amp; Administration
• Lead and develop the HR team; oversee recruitment, engagement, training, and leadership programs
• Serve as primary liaison with bargaining units and lead collective bargaining negotiations
• Coordinate grievance processes and advise leadership on employee relations and disciplinary actions
• Support retention through transparent performance evaluation and compensation programs
 
Recruitment &amp; Workforce Planning
• Oversee recruitment processes to ensure compliance with FTE budgets, hospital policies, and EEO standards
• Ensure all recruitment documentation is maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Partner with leadership to maintain appropriate staffing levels
• Manage ATS and HRIS systems
 
Compensation, Benefits &amp; Claims
• Oversee competitive, cost-effective compensation and benefits programs
• Serve as benefits administrator for health, dental, life, disability, and retirement plans
• Collaborate on merit pay programs
• Monitor unemployment (IDES) and workers’ compensation claims
 
Compliance, HRIS &amp; Records
• Ensure compliance with City of Chicago, State, and Federal labor laws; serve as EEO specialist
• Maintain current knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, and other regulatory standards
• Oversee maintenance of employee files, including performance evaluations, licenses, certifications, training, and professional development records
• Ensure HRIS is accurately maintained and effectively supports HR functions
• Develop and implement HR policies and provide management training
• Oversee employee recordkeeping in compliance with law and hospital policy
 
Required Experience &amp; Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience with 5+ years of HR supervisory experience
• 2+ years of HRIS experience
 
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field
• PHR or SPHR certification
• 5+ years of HR experience in a healthcare or similarly regulated setting
 
Core Competencies &amp; Professional Expectations
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong presentation skills
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and exercise independent judgment
• Calm, professional demeanor during high-pressure or emergency situations
• Strong organizational skills and objective reasoning
• Commitment to confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, and ethical practice
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Regular attendance and participation in required trainings and safety programs
 
Compensation &amp; Benefits: 
• Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000
• Benefits: St. Bernard Hospital and Health Care Center offers medical benefits, voluntary dental, voluntary vision, and a 403(b) Retirement Savings plan.
 
About St. Bernard Hospital
St. Bernard Hospital is a historic safety-net hospital on Chicago’s South Side, committed for more than 120 years to providing accessible, high-quality, compassionate care, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. Guided by our values of Compassion, Respect, Stewardship, and Exceptional Care, we serve as a trusted provider, employer, and community partner.

Human Resources Director

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description 
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description 
The RN Utilization Specialist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The RN Utilization Specialist (RNUS) is an experienced registered professional nurse with extensive knowledge of patient care, medical treatments, hospital procedures and has expertise in hospital utilization.&nbsp; The RNUS through regular reviews and audits and collaboration with the clinical team, facilitates responsible decisions that promote cost effective health care services as evidenced by appropriate level of care assignment and medical necessity documentation consistent with the patient’s clinical state and intervention plan.&nbsp; The RNUS is a key member of the health care team and as such collaborates with clinicians, responsible for patient care plans, to provide hospital health care benefit coverage information and assist the patients in decisions based on benefits and limitations of coverage plans.&nbsp; The RNUS acts as a change agent to systematically drive change in utilization practices as prioritized by departmental and clinical leadership. As such, the RNUS participates in performance improvement initiatives, implements work process changes, monitors performance, and facilitates necessary changes, under the purview of the Department leadership and in collaboration with practicing clinicians, based on data trends.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Applies medical necessity screening criteria, level of care guidelines, and professional nursing knowledge to ensure that admissions &amp; length of stay are appropriate.</li>
<li>Completes initial admission and thereafter continuing stay reviews for all hospitalized patients.</li>
<li>Facilitates utilization review concurrent with decisions on hospitalization and may perform duties in the Emergency Department, pre- and post-operative, labor and delivery, external transfer, bed assignment, and / or other access points for hospitalization.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborates with the Payor Specialists and third-party payors to effectively communicate all relevant clinical information based on clinical indicators and the plan of care.</li>
<li>Acts as a liaison with the clinical care team assuring compliance with managed care contracts and payor guidelines while maintaining quality of care.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Partners with operational and medical leadership to identify, develop and implement utilization processes that foster the right care at the right time in the right setting.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Monitors data elements inherently related to Utilization through data reporting tools.</li>
<li>Effectively resolves utilization dilemmas and as needed uses available escalation pathways (Utilization Medical Director (s) or the Lead Utilization Specialists) to secure further information or expertise to resolve identified issues.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Makes appropriate referrals to internal physician advisors and contracted third party review company per Department guidelines.&nbsp;</li>
<li>May participate in interdisciplinary discharge planning rounds to facilitate communication with the care team on documentation and orders necessary to assign accurate medical necessity, level of care, and communication with the payor.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Interfaces with patients as appropriate to provide education on level of care</li>
<li>Increases stakeholder understanding of best practices in utilization and internal performance against benchmarks, through a variety of educational forums.
<ul>
<li>Develops, coordinates, presents, and participates in service-line and clinician education programs.</li>
<li>Utilizes standardized reports (metrics/dashboard) and provides updates for physicians and the interdisciplinary team members on a regular basis.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team&nbsp;to promote the resolution of&nbsp;barriers related to utilization of services and institute changes that improve systems and&nbsp;promote optimal utilization practices.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>May assist in the reporting of financial indicators including length of stay, resource utilization, denials and appeals.</li>
<li>Participates in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of quality utilization tools in collaboration with the healthcare team.</li>
<li>Assists in Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) and other audit follow up and contributes to appeals on insurance denials as requested.</li>
</ul>
Additional Functions:
<ul>
<li>Maintains current knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to utilization</li>
<li>Actively participates on departmental and hospital committees and taskforces as assigned</li>
<li>Complies with Northwestern Medicine policies on patient confidentiality including HIPPA requirements and Personal Rules of Conduct</li>
<li>Facilitates review of high risk cases by the Office of General Counsel, Corporate Compliance and Integrity, Risk Management and informs appropriate members of the healthcare team as to interventions. Coordinates interventions in collaboration with the healthcare team</li>
<li>Participates in hospital and department quality improvement initiatives.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois (IDFPR)</li>
<li>Three years of experience in acute inpatient hospital care</li>
<li>Organizational, team building, coaching, and conflict management to maximize the achievement of utilization outcomes.</li>
<li>Analytical skills necessary to independently collect, analyze, and interpret data, resolve problems requiring innovative solutions.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets.</li>
</ul>
 Preferred:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

RN Utilization Specialist-Utilization Review Casual Days

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Industrial Prevention Specialist (Medical &amp; Wellness Focus)
Position: Industrial Health Clinician Schedule: Full-time, 1st shift 5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Location: Tomahawk, WI
About Us Unify Health Services is a women-owned, national workers' compensation and disability network committed to promoting employee health and safety. We offer a wide range of services designed to help businesses build healthier, safer workplaces.
Overview We are seeking a dynamic Industrial Prevention Specialist (LPN or EMT) who brings expertise in both medical care and proactive workplace wellness. This role combines clinical support with injury prevention strategies to promote a safe, healthy, and productive work environment.
What We Offer We value your expertise and dedication. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
<ul>
<li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li>
<li>Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options</li>
<li>Pet health insurance</li>
<li>CEU reimbursement</li>
<li>11 Paid Holidays</li>
<li>Employee enrichment programs</li>
<li>Uniform credits</li>
</ul>
Key Responsibilities
Medical Provider Duties
<ul>
<li>Deliver care within OSHA first aid guidelines (not full scope of licensure)</li>
<li>Respond to workplace illnesses and injuries on the plant floor or in the onsite center</li>
<li>Administer vaccines, COVID/flu tests, and operate medical equipment (EKG, AED, emergency kits)</li>
<li>Conduct pre-employment physicals including audiograms, vision screenings, urine drug screens, and medical questionnaires</li>
<li>Perform return-to-work evaluations including breath alcohol and drug screenings</li>
</ul>
Prevention &amp; Wellness Duties
<ul>
<li>Design and lead injury prevention programs, including work simulations and job coaching</li>
<li>Conduct ergonomic assessments and implement early intervention strategies</li>
<li>Lead and maintain on-site injury prevention and fitness programs</li>
<li>Facilitate group or individual conditioning classes and personal training sessions</li>
<li>Develop and promote wellness initiatives and educational workshops</li>
<li>Collaborate with HR, safety teams, and management to enhance workplace wellness</li>
<li>Track and analyze program metrics to measure effectiveness and success</li>
</ul>
Physical Demands
<ul>
<li>Lift 30–50 lbs as needed</li>
<li>Frequent standing, walking, and sitting</li>
<li>Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching from floor level to overhead</li>
<li>Tasks involving pinching, grasping, and gripping</li>
<li>Periodic computer work</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Familiarity with OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards</li>
<li>Experience in industrial healthcare or occupational health</li>
<li>LPN, EMT certification or licensure in your state</li>
<li>CPR and First Aid certification (BLS)</li>
<li>6 months to 1 year of professional experience preferred</li>
</ul>
Unify Health Services is dedicated to creating a workplace that promotes equity, inclusivity, and respect for all employees. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, and veteran status.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
0.8 FTE - 8 hour shifts
The Medical Social Worker participates with the interdisciplinary team of primary care physicians, medical director, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, chaplain and volunteer staff. The Medical Social Worker also completes thorough assessments of the patient’s bio-psychosocial situation and provides a vital role in developing a safe and appropriate plan of care. The Medical Social Worker serves as an advocate for the patient and family throughout their entire episodes of care.
Medical Social Workers assist patients applying for disability and/or other financial services while they are under the home health or hospice plan of care. Medical Social Workers focus on goal setting to establish compliance with treatment plans and overcome barriers prohibiting the appropriate level of treatment. The Medical Social Worker helps patients learn how to cope with chronic illnesses, new diagnoses and terminal illness. The Medical Social Worker assists with providing support, education, and resources for patients and families undergoing chronic or terminal illness. The Medical Social Worker may also assist with goal directed counseling, group intervention, conferences with patients, financial needs assessments, and discharge planning. The Medical Social Worker serves as a community resource liaison providing information and advocacy on the patient's behalf with appropriate local, state, and federal agencies and programs.
<ul>
<li>Specific Job Duties: </li>
</ul>
Assist patients and their families with a multitude of complex services during the episode of care including navigating the health care system and systematic levels of resources.
<ul>
<li>Provide support for patients and families who are at end of life.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide on-going care planning for patients with complex social/environmental situations including but not limited to:</li>
<li>Conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment</li>
<li>The bio-psychosocial assessment includes: family/support system, education, employment, living arrangements, financial/insurance, significant medical or psychosocial history, and psychosocial treatment plan and goal setting.</li>
<li>Assess patient’s family support system, healthcare literacy, current living arrangement, and financial resources.</li>
<li>Assess caregivers willingness to assist in the oversight of the patients care.</li>
<li>Review documentation from the medical record to maintain an understanding of current clinical/medical diagnoses.</li>
<li>Review psychosocial history and current mental health diagnoses.</li>
<li>Review for barriers that may be preventing the patient from meeting personal and plan of care goals.</li>
<li>Conduct on-going assessments to ensure the plan of care reflects the current needs of the patient.</li>
<li>Participate in the daily interdisciplinary huddles.</li>
<li>Assessment of the patient and family’s emotional needs, coping skills and level of understanding chronic or terminal disease process.</li>
<li>Evaluating and put efforts in place to help strengthen the patient’s family support system</li>
<li>Provide support and education for patients and families that require or desire additional services to improve health and well-being.</li>
<li>Provide assistance to connect patient and family with resources in the community</li>
<li>Informs patients of their right to execute an advanced directive, and explains relevant state laws regarding advanced directives</li>
<li>Assist with completing advance directives, medical power of attorney worksheets, and POLST Forms. Provide assistance and guidance for families to establish legal guardianship of a patient, deemed incompetent to make their own health care decisions.</li>
<li>Assisting with adjustment to treatment plans as well as counseling and referrals</li>
<li>Serve as a liaison between patients and their families to help ensure they understand clinical medical information being provided to them by their primary care physician or specialist.</li>
<li>Finding community resources for transportation, meals on wheels, respite care and non-emergent transport.</li>
<li>Assisting patients with maintaining or obtaining insurance, as well as applying for financial aid. This includes interface with the VA, SSI, Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurance, Personal assistance.</li>
<li>Assist families with the grieving process after loss of a loved one.</li>
<li>Provide families with appropriate resources available to assist with bereavement, support services and grief counseling.</li>
<li>Medical Social Workers assist with:</li>
<li>Nursing home or assisted living placement to facilitate a safe care plan and meet the medical needs for patients that no longer can remain in their home.</li>
<li>Assist with transfers to outside hospices.</li>
<li>Coordinate with other medical facilities to ensure DME is available and or emergency services if traveling.</li>
<li>Coordinates with the hospice chaplain to arrange faith based support for patients during end of life. </li>
</ul>
Qualifications: Minimum of a masters degree in social work from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work. Preferably be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. At least one year social work experience in a healthcare setting required. Knowledge of acute, chronic disease, and terminal illness preferred. Experience in community-based programs, home health and/or hospice preferred.
Aptitudes :
<ul>
<li>High degree of interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively as a health care team member.</li>
<li>Vocal, visual, auditory and manual ability adequate to perform clinical social work intervention. Must be able to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in the English language.</li>
<li>Knowledge of community and system resources.</li>
<li>Strong organizational and time management skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently.</li>
<li>High degree of critical decision making skills</li>
</ul>

Social Worker

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description Case Management Specialist - Spanish Speaking Are you a person who enjoys helping others? Are you currently seeking fulfillment in your professional life? Hope Services is Silicon Valleys leading provider of services to people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. We seek candidates who share our inspirations &amp; aspirations. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion &amp; belonging at all levels.. &gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt; Hope Services has been awarded 2022 Top Workplaces by San Francisco Chronicle, 2022 Top-rated Nonprofit by Great Nonprofits, and Received a Gold Seal of Transparency from Guidestar and a perfect 100/100 rating in three different categories: financial health, leadership and adaptability, and culture and community from Charity Navigator &lt;&lt;&lt;&lt;&lt; Hope Services is currently hiring Case Management Specialists for our world-class Mental Health Services program. *Salary Range: $21.95 - $31.81 per hour commensurate with experience and qualifications Hope Services offers an OUTSTANDING benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and a comprehensive Scholarship Program, Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time accrual plans and more! Case Management Specialist - Description: The Case Management Specialist provides assessment, planning and documentation of Mental Health Services as defined in the Santa Clara County Rehabilitation Option. Provides community resources and acts as an advocate with community resources. Case Management Specialist - Principle Responsibilities: 1. Assist client in obtaining and maintaining appropriate living situations.2. Performs crisis intervention and evaluation for psychiatric hospitalization.3. Provides medication education and compliance evaluation.4. Coordinates and facilitates with other providers concerning medical, dental and mental health needs.5. Obtains and maintains public benefits and resources.6. Fully understand Santa Clara County Rehabilitation manual regarding service delivery and documentation of such services. 7. Provide case management on site and in the field. Provide group services as a co-leader to assist clients with personal, mental health, health related, educational, employment and social adjustment problems.8. Follow the Wellness and Recovery Model to attaining mental health and life goals. 9. Assist clients in transitioning out of individual therapy into group work or the community.10. Document notes, treatment plans, assessments such as CANS in the electronic health record and provide record for billing.11. Provide 1:1 individual rehabilitation under supervision, when necessary.12. Understand and follow HOPE Services Policies and Procedures.13. Conducts individual, behavioral and group counseling/rehabilitation on site and in the field to assist clients with personal, mental health, employment, educational, and social adjustment problems. 14. Develops and maintains public relations and networking within the community, HOPE sites, and with families.15. Consults with primary care doctors, psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, lab technicians, police and Adult Protective Services to advocate and serve clients.16. Acts as Representative Payee to ensure assigned clienteles rent and bills are paid in a timely manner.17. Performs other duties as assigned to ensure efficiency of program services. Case Management Specialist - Minimum Qualifications:The Case Management Specialist should possess an AA degree or equivalent plus one year of related experience working with people with disabilities in a rehabilitation environment. Case Management Specialist - Required knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Specialized expertise in case management or rehabilitation areas such as: medical or health concerns; understanding of suicidal impulses; experience with mental health needs/developmental disability, in self or family member; ability to motivate/train clients in physical exercise/weight management; wrap (wellness and recovery action plan) work; volunteerism; or other specific areas of knowledge that can be brought to the rehabilitation of clients. And: Ability to observe, evaluate, document and communicate verbally and in writing.Ability to accept supervision and work cooperatively as a team member with co-workers as well as with the client and community resources.Knowledge of substance abuse, mental illness, and developmental disabilities.Ability to utilize critical thinking skills in decision making situations, good organizational and record keeping skills, and good independent judgment.Knowledge of medication management.Knowledge and ability to conduct group and to handle emergency situations.Ability to be flexible with scheduling and prioritization of tasks. Physical and Environmental Conditions:Extensive amount of time driving and transporting clients in the local community, standing and walking. Exposure to dust, noise, pollens and various weather conditions; writing and computer work; frequent use of phones for consultation and follow-up. Occasional computer work for documentation, written notes. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Do you have what it takes to make a difference? Inspire and be inspired! Hope Services takes immense pride in maximizing our employee engagement. Will you join us?? Visit <a href="http://www.hopeservices.org" target="_blank">www.hopeservices.org</a> to find out more about us and the people we serve. Hope Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees not regardless of, but with consideration and appreciation for race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family or parental status, or any other status. 
Compensation details: 21.95-31.81 Hourly Wage
 
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Case Management Specialist - Spanish Speaking

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?Job Description 
The Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Performs selected special procedures to patients that require complex respiratory intervention and monitoring.</li>
<li>Utilizes appropriate patient assessment and triaging practices and applies advanced clinical and technical skills.</li>
<li>Provides all modes of respiratory care and is certified to perform procedures over multiple service divisions.</li>
<li>Performs all functions of a Respiratory Therapist -- RRT; see job class #9417.</li>
<li>Implements special clinical procedures within one of the following specialty areas: Medical ICU; Coronary Care Unit/Surgical ICU; Cardio-Thoracic ICU; Neuro-Spine ICU; General Floor Units; Neonatal ICU; Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago; Blood Gas-POC; Emergency Room/Recovery Room involving highly technical equipment management requiring understanding and functional knowledge of complex physiologic processes and interpretation of data.</li>
<li>Administers respiratory therapy primarily within a defined specialty area, but is also proficient in multiple clinical specialty areas.</li>
<li>Consults with physicians, nurses and other health care professionals and participates in daily patient rounds for assigned specialty area to promote consistent quality and delivery of patient care.</li>
<li>Assists Clinical Specialist in providing orientation, technical/clinical direction and guidance to staff upon hire and on an ongoing basis to insure standards of high quality are achieved and maintained in the delivery of patient care and compliance with policies, procedures and clinical protocols.</li>
<li>In the absence of the Clinical Specialist, effectively assumes his/her responsibilities to carry through the operations within the assigned specialty area.</li>
<li>Administration of Work:
<ul>
<li>Provides direct patient care for a minimum of 80% of hours worked; for direct patient care responsibilities, see job class # 9417.</li>
<li>Participates in departmental education programs and functions as a preceptor for respiratory therapy students and new employees.</li>
<li>Follows up with manager on status of equipment evaluations and active research projects.</li>
<li>Assists with ongoing clinical research projects.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Leadership/Supervisory Skills:
<ul>
<li>Oversees RRT's within the specialty areas in the performance of specific duties.</li>
<li>Teaches specific clinical skills to staff/students and serves as a professional role model.</li>
<li>Assists Clinical Specialist in orientation to staff/students and other health professionals to department, patient care floors and policies.</li>
<li>Assist Clinical Specialist in review and revision of existing programs and policies and procedural manuals.</li>
<li>Assesses peer performance and provides feedback to Clinical Specialist and/or Resource Coordinator regarding the need for clinical mentoring and/or additional orientation/training.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Communications/Relationships:
<ul>
<li>Reports daily operational issues of the specialty area to the Resource Coordinator.</li>
<li>Participates in interdisciplinary rounds.</li>
<li>Serves on assigned departmental committees.</li>
<li>Promotes and maintains open lines of communication with all departmental staff.</li>
<li>Attends/contributes to monthly departmental and discipline specific meetings.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Organizational Expectations:
<ul>
<li>Adheres to the Hospital and departmental policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Adheres to the Code of Ethics, Customer Service Standards and the Patient's First mission as demonstrated through positive patient/guest relations, positive and effective interactions with staff, formulating and meeting developmental goals.</li>
<li>Responsible for meeting all the department's expectations in all areas of Respiratory Care for all age groups.</li>
<li>Completes all clinical charting to established standards.</li>
<li>Completes all billing entries accurately and in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Evaluates bronchial hygiene therapy and report findings to the Medical Director and Bronchial Hygiene Committee.</li>
<li>Assists with the collection of quality management data.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
AA/EOE.
Qualifications 
Required: 
<ul>
<li>Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board of Respiratory Care.</li>
<li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board of Respiratory Care (within one year of hire or promotion).</li>
<li>Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.</li>
<li>Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.</li>
<li>Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association.</li>
<li>Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) - National Board of Respiratory Care (within Neonatal ICU).</li>
<li>Associate's degree in Applied Science (AAS) - Respiratory Therapy.</li>
<li>Minimum of 2 years of Critical Care Experience.</li>
</ul>
Preferred: 
<ul>
<li>Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) - National Board of Respiratory Care</li>
<li>Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) - National Board of Respiratory Care.</li>
<li>Bachelor's in Respiratory Therapy or Master's Degree in science.</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.

Respiratory Therapist-Advanced Practice NICU, Full-Time Nights

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description 
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description 
The Pharmacy Technician Specialist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Specialty Pharmacy Specific Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Identify, research, and resolve issues and consumer complaints</li>
<li>Check incoming prescriptions for completeness of all required information needed for processing</li>
<li>Possess working knowledge of participating third-party payors and their requirements</li>
<li>Establish and maintain open communication with pharmacy operations analysts regarding third-party billing issues and centralized procurement team regarding ordering and inventory matters</li>
<li>Assists with prescription audits as needed</li>
<li>Educate pharmacy staff regarding third-party billing policies and procedures as needed</li>
<li>Answers and triages patient, provider, and third-party calls to appropriate individuals adhering to phone scripts in a courteous and professional manner</li>
<li>Contact payers for lost medication, replacement, or vacation overrides</li>
<li>Troubleshoot and resolve billing rejections and subsequently rebill claims to appropriate carriers for all commercial, federal, and state insurance plans</li>
<li>Verify and accurately update patient demographic information in appropriate system(s)</li>
<li>Document patient’s insurance information in appropriate system(s)</li>
<li>Refer and document any clinical questions regarding prescriptions, drug information, or health conditions requiring follow-up to a pharmacist</li>
<li>Utilize case management and pharmacy software systems to schedule prescription refills and adjudicate claims</li>
<li>Coordinate prescription orders accurately and appropriately, including, but not limited to, “ready at” date, time, and shipping/delivery method</li>
<li>Perform point-of-sale functions</li>
<li>Understand and adhere to drug specific Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) requirement and identify what is needed for REMS fulfillment. Complete any REMS forms and authorizations required from the pharmacy. Print drug-specific medication guides to be dispensed with prescription when needed</li>
<li>Complete prescription return-to-stock reports in a timely manner to meet compliance requirements</li>
<li>Access, input, and retrieve information on pharmacy computer system to create labels for prescriptions</li>
<li>Possess thorough understanding of the processes and procedures for shipping patient’s medications and can independently resolve any complications</li>
<li>Spend ≤ 5% of time on quality management of the program</li>
<li>Supports the Northwestern Medicine Ambulatory Pharmacy team to enhance workflow for clinical pharmacy services throughout the network</li>
<li>Responsible for providing access to medications for patients by completing Prior Authorization Requests, co-pay assistance programs, medication assistance programs, and benefits investigation</li>
<li>Coordinates with third-party insurance, clinical staff, and patients to effectively process prior authorization requests for medications within the prescribed timelines</li>
<li>Directly enrolls eligible patients into manufacturer patient assistance co-pay programs</li>
</ul>
Pharmacy Technician Specialist Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Initiates and facilitates all drug purchasing for the pharmacy department.</li>
<li>Monitors stock levels; evaluates previous purchasing and utilization patterns and anticipates needs.</li>
<li>Maintains appropriate drug inventories.</li>
<li>Coordinates the receipt of all deliveries, restocks storage areas and rotates stock as necessary.</li>
<li>Develops and maintains sources and mechanisms to obtain drug supplies on an emergency basis interacting with local hospitals, pharmacies, alternative vendors, etc.</li>
<li>Facilitates all returns and credits of expired or unneeded drugs.</li>
<li>Takes appropriate action on drug recalls.</li>
<li>Processes inter-department billing. Performs monthly pharmacy unit inspections.</li>
<li>Prepares medications and floor stock for delivery to various hospital departments and nursing units.</li>
<li>Rectifies with vendors all problems associated with receipt of orders, back orders, shipping errors and incorrect pricing.</li>
<li>Maintains purchasing records including invoices, purchase orders, catalogs and historical records.</li>
<li>Prepares and distributes purchasing reports for the department.</li>
<li>Assists in maintaining the pharmacy technician schedule.</li>
<li>Assists in the development and training of new pharmacy technicians.</li>
<li>Proficient in performing all duties of pharmacy technician, including sterile compounding of IV admixtures, injections and infusions.</li>
<li>Assists in weekly narcotic audits to insure accurate narcotic record keeping.</li>
<li>Works with the pharmacy manager or director to identify areas of improvement in the workflow or inventory control of the pharmacy.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required:
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma or equivalent</li>
<li>Pharmacy Technician License (IDFPR)</li>
<li>Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through PTCB or NHA</li>
<li>At least 2 years specialized or technical training&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.&nbsp; Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our&nbsp;Benefits&nbsp;section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility:&nbsp;Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.&nbsp;

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