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This position is responsible for developing and maintaining processes for collecting, decontaminating, disinfecting, sterilizing, and packaging critical and semi-critical instruments and equipment in accordance with SEARHC (Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium) policies and procedures, manufacturer's written instructions for use and the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) guidelines.

Under minimal supervision, applies advanced technical skills and seasoned judgment to independently and competently provide a full range of sample test analyses and laboratory services in a hospital-based laboratory. Perform all levels of testing including CLIA defined high complexity testing. Works with infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients.    The work typically involves full responsibility for all technical aspects of the laboratory and includes a wide variety of duties involving diverse and complex technical problems and considerations, i.e. procuring compatible, lifesaving units of blood for a patient with antibodies. Assignments involve such complicating factors as practical, economic or operating problems; inadequate or discrepant information about the use and capabilities of new instruments or methodologies; or requests for modified procedures, test alternative, or special studies to meet specific clinical situation. Decisions directly or indirectly affect the quality of patient care and can be “life or death” decisions or problems. Writes procedures for department of responsibility using the CLSI format, and coordinates procedure manual review, updates and distribution. Establishes a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed in department of responsibility, establishing parameters for acceptable levels of analytical performance, ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process from the initial receipt of specimen through sample analysis and reporting of results. Resolves technical problems and ensures that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.  Ensures that proper training is given to new employees during the orientation period and that regular training is given to all technologists when there are changes in their department. Assists the laboratory manager with evaluating the competency of all testing personnel. Assists the laboratory manager with Process Improvement activities associated with their departments. Understands and assists the laboratory manager with implementing CAP standards and CLIA regulations in their department of responsibility Coordinates inventory levels with laboratory manager to maintain proper supply levels.   $34.15 - $46.78/hr DOE

Under minimal supervision, applies advanced technical skills and seasoned judgment to independently and competently provide a full range of sample test analyses and laboratory services in a hospital-based laboratory. Perform all levels of testing including CLIA defined high complexity testing. Works with infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients.    The work typically involves full responsibility for all technical aspects of the laboratory and includes a wide variety of duties involving diverse and complex technical problems and considerations, i.e. procuring compatible, lifesaving units of blood for a patient with antibodies. Assignments involve such complicating factors as practical, economic or operating problems; inadequate or discrepant information about the use and capabilities of new instruments or methodologies; or requests for modified procedures, test alternative, or special studies to meet specific clinical situation. Decisions directly or indirectly affect the quality of patient care and can be “life or death” decisions or problems. Writes procedures for department of responsibility using the CLSI format, and coordinates procedure manual review, updates and distribution. Establishes a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed in department of responsibility, establishing parameters for acceptable levels of analytical performance, ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process from the initial receipt of specimen through sample analysis and reporting of results. Resolves technical problems and ensures that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.  Ensures that proper training is given to new employees during the orientation period and that regular training is given to all technologists when there are changes in their department. Assists the laboratory manager with evaluating the competency of all testing personnel. Assists the laboratory manager with Process Improvement activities associated with their departments. Understands and assists the laboratory manager with implementing CAP standards and CLIA regulations in their department of responsibility Coordinates inventory levels with laboratory manager to maintain proper supply levels.   $34.15 - $46.78/hr DOE

Four week long Resident Elective Rotations are available in Sitka, Juneau, Prince of Wales Island or Haines. Please specify area(s) of interest on your application.

The position functions as the supervisor and leader of the ELMC Nursing department. The incumbent works closely with the Clinic Administrator and Medical Director to improve clinic functions and flow, enhances the patient experience, and ensures staff training and competency.   The position assumes a primary responsibility for leadership and development of the ELMC Nursing staff.  This includes administrative supervision, programmatic development and continued quality improvement for clinical services. The candidate provides direction for professional development of clinic nursing staff, maintains operational aspects of the clinic in collaboration with ELMC Clinic Administrator and Medical Director, works cooperatively and closely with all ELMC department heads and staff to promote improved patient and staff satisfaction.   Incumbent is responsible for managing the ELMC Departmental Budget = 2,300,000.  The incumbent is responsible for records retention of staffing schedules, equipment checks and competency records.  This position supervises the following positions: Title: Charge Nurse/Clinical Case Manger               Title: Clinical Case Manger       Title: Specialty Clinic Case Manager                         Title: Diabetes Case Manager                              Title: Registered Nurse                                                Title: LPN  Title: Clinical Assistant                                                    This position works within a very fast paced clinical setting.  Physically the employee must be able to move at a quick pace, stand for long periods of time, ability to bend, stoop, climb and move to the floor.  Cognitively must be able to follow simple and complex directions and be able to perform multiple tasks at once.  Additionally, the position requires the ability to anticipate needs of others and to seek help when appropriate.   $104,296.00 - $142,823.00 annually, DOE.    

This position is based in the Rehabilitation Services Department with a primary focus on providing general Occupational Therapy (OT) evaluations and treatments which impact patient’s functional abilities.  This role will serve mostly the adult population.   Occupational Therapists are health care professionals responsible and accountable for patient assessment, evaluation, establishing a plan of care and providing therapeutic interventions to assist people of a wide range of ages, diagnoses, abilities, skills and needs to optimize their quality of life and level of independence in activities of daily living.  The clinic needs to be able to inform clinical teams regarding decisions that involve OT while taking into consideration consultation provided by other care providers.  As patients are seen, recommendations may be made regarding their level of independence and rehabilitation needs which may impact services, care placement and further treatment.  The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for the contribution to program development, quality improvement, problems solving and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.  Documenting and processing interventions appropriately must be followed for continuity of care and reimbursement for services.   The position may require occasional travel off site and out of town to provide services outside of the Juneau Rehabilitation Services Department.  This job can involve working in a small space, at a demanding pace with a variety of people and sometimes difficult personalities and situations; good judgment, tact and personal skills are necessary for positive working relationships between patients and co-workers.  This job involves potential risks that the therapist must work to avoid to the extent possible.  Exposure to infectious organisms is possible; use of precautions and appropriate protective equipment is necessary.  Latex may be present in the workplace.  The job may require repetitive or heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds with physically demanding movements and positions; practice of good body mechanics and good judgment.  Services may be provided in a variety of settings including in-patient, out-patient, off-site locations, community events, home visits and remote locations.  There may be occasional travel to remote areas by boat or plane for multiple days possible in harsh weather.  This position is a covered position under the Indian Child Protection Act (ICPA).   Salary is $41.53-$53.45 DOE plus full benefits!

This role will serve our Pediatrics patients.    This position is based in the Rehabilitation Services Department with a primary focus on providing general Occupational Therapy (OT) evaluations and treatments which impact patient’s functional abilities.  The Occupational Therapist performs in a professional manner, respects confidentiality, and demonstrates qualities endorsed by following the Seven Standards for Service Excellence outlined in the SEARHC Human Resources Manual.  Services are to be provided in compliance with hospital and Home Health standards, licensure requirements, regulatory and practice standards of Occupational Therapy and the national professional guidelines established by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).   Occupational Therapists are health care professionals responsible and accountable for patient assessment, evaluation, establishing a plan of care and providing therapeutic interventions to assist people of a wide range of ages, diagnoses, abilities, skills and needs to optimize their quality of life and level of independence in activities of daily living.  The clinic needs to be able to inform clinical teams regarding decisions that involve OT while taking into consideration consultation provided by other care providers.  As patients are seen, recommendations may be made regarding their level of independence and rehabilitation needs which may impact services, care placement and further treatment.  The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for the contribution to program development, quality improvement, problems solving and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.  Documenting and processing interventions appropriately must be followed for continuity of care and reimbursement for services.   The position may require occasional travel off site and out of town to provide services outside of the Juneau Rehabilitation Services Department.  This job can involve working in a small space, at a demanding pace with a variety of people and sometimes difficult personalities and situations; good judgment, tact and personal skills are necessary for positive working relationships between patients and co-workers.  This job involves potential risks that the therapist must work to avoid to the extent possible.  Exposure to infectious organisms is possible; use of precautions and appropriate protective equipment is necessary.  Latex may be present in the workplace.  The job may require repetitive or heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds with physically demanding movements and positions; practice of good body mechanics and good judgment.  Services may be provided in a variety of settings including in-patient, out-patient, off-site locations, community events, home visits and remote locations.  There may be occasional travel to remote areas by boat or plane for multiple days possible in harsh weather.  This position is a covered position under the Indian Child Protection Act (ICPA).  

The purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive eye care services to patients throughout the SEARHC region. The optometrist is on the Associate Medical Staff and cares for patients of all ages. This position provides support to the Optometrist - Lead in the day-to-day operations of the local Eye Clinic and in absence of the Optometrist – Lead will provide supervision of the local Eye Clinic staff.  

Facilitate delivery of dental services by assisting the dentists with direct patient care (infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatric) and the day to day operation of the Dental Clinic. Dental Assistant Trainee: $18.39       Dental Assistant: $24.36-$28.74

Works directly with patients to obtain and verify information during the registration process as well as other duties to prepare the patient for service delivery.    Salary: $18.39 - $25.11 per hour, DOE

Works directly with patients to obtain and verify information during the registration process as well as other duties to prepare the patient for service delivery.    Salary: $18.39 - $25.11 per hour, DOE

Works directly with patients to obtain and verify information during the registration process as well as other duties to prepare the patient for service delivery.    Salary: $22.74 - $25.11 per hour, DOE

Works directly with patients to obtain and verify information during the registration process as well as other duties to prepare the patient for service delivery.    Salary: $22.74 - $25.11 per hour, DOE

Works directly with patients to obtain and verify information during the registration process as well as other duties to prepare the patient for service delivery.    Salary: $18.39 - $25.11 per hour, DOE

This position is responsible for the overall activities of Patient Access Staff and is responsible for oversight of staff to assure consistent and accurate registrationof patients into computerized scheduling and health information systems. This contributes to timely and accuratebilling and optimal reimbursement for all services rendered. This position will have travel to remote locations (Angoon, Kake, Hoonah, Gustavus) to work with PAR teams.    Must adequately train staff and monitor performance to ensure the patient registration information is accurately entered, as this directly affects the billing cycle.  Responsible for handling upset patients skillfully and with a caring attitude, exercising empathy and patience.  Manage staffing levels and all personnel issues.Supervises: Patient Access Representatives    $29.79 - $37.70/hr DOE

This position will be based in one of the SEARHC Rehabilitation Services settings (hospital, outpatient clinic or home health) and will have a varied focus depending on the location and the local need.  The primary focus will be to provide general Physical Therapy (PT) evaluations and treatments which impact patient’s functional abilities.  Physical therapy is a core service provided by this healthcare organization.  The therapist performs in a professional manner, respects confidentiality, and demonstrates qualities endorsed by following the Seven Standards for Service Excellence outlined in the SEARHC Human Resources Manual.   Services are to be provided in compliance with hospital standards, licensure requirements, regulatory and practice standards of Physical Therapy and the national professional guidelines established by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).   Physical therapists are health care professionals responsible and accountable for patient assessment, evaluation, establishing a plan of care and theraputic interventions for a wide range of ages with widely varying diagnoses and skills needs who present with a full spectrum of movement abilities, dysfunctions and complexities.  The clinician needs to be able to inform clinical teams regarding decisions that involve physical therapy while taking into consideration consultation provided by other care providers. As patients are seen, recommendations may be made regarding their level of independence and rehabilitation needs which may impact services, care placement and further treatment.  The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for the contribution to program development, quality improvement, problem solving, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.  Documenting standards must be followed for continuity of care and reimbursement for services. The position may require occasional travel off site and out of town to provide services or cover for providers in other SEARHC facilities.   Salary - $38-$53/hour DOE

  Provides general Physical Therapy (PT) evaluations and treatments which impact patient’s functional abilities.  Oversees and directs the work of Physical Therapist Assistants and/or other designated staff members.  This role will serve the adult population.

Pediatrics Opportunity!  Provides general Physical Therapy (PT) evaluations and treatments which impact patient’s functional abilities.  Oversees and directs the work of Physical Therapist Assistants and/or other designated staff members.

Working out of Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital’s Department of Radiology in Sitka Alaska and/or Ethel Lund Medical Center in Juneau, the Physician/Radiologist provides interpretations of radiology imaging for multiple locations within the Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC).  Responsible for interpreting diagnostic images from imaging modalities performed at SEARHC, including, but not limited to: radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, Dexa, ultrasound, MRI, and computed tomography (CT).  Exercises independent judgment when interpreting images from these modalities.  Works with voice recognition systems to provide clearly written reports in a timely manner.  Decides when it is necessary to initiate direct contact with a patient’s provider to improve patient care.  Interprets films outside regular duty hours when contacted by a provider.   Responsible for the final interpretation of these images at SEARHC. Creatively works with the Department of Radiology and providers within SEARHC to shape new standard work practices and processes.

Responsible for coordinating the delivery of appropriate and timely care for patients, promoting quality and cost effective health care outcomes.  Works with at risk populations and those with chronic disease(s) by providing comprehensive care coordination in clinical and home-based settings within the existing local network of clinical, home and community based services.     $24.37 - $30.58/hr DOE