Total 248 Information Technology job vacancies in Media, PA 19063

IQVIAs Patient Support Services offers tech-enabled services to help you align people, processes, and technology to connect patients, providers, and pharmacies for a seamless patient experience. Our diverse team of experts work together to design, implement, and provide ongoing technology-enabled services to address access, affordability, and adherence barriers in the patient treatment journey.

To support development of our groundbreaking new platform, the Patient Relationship Manager (PRM) we are looking for a talented Software System Developer to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of SQL, C#, Azure Cloud knowledge, Java, Scala and Python. Our platform uses behavioral science, data, analytics, and technology to give our customers a 360-degree view of the patient and the support they need.

This is a great opportunity for someone to gain or develop skills in CRM, Cloud, DevOps, Machine Learning and more whilst contributing to a platform that will change patients’ lives.

What you will do:

• Deliver high quality software that matches technical requirements in a timeframe that matches business needs.
• Collaborate with Scrum Master, Development, and Product Management teams in an Agile environment.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code adhering to best practices and coding standards (C#, Java, Scala, and Python)
• Design, develop, and maintain database schemas and queries (SQL)
• Collaborate with front-end developers to ensure seamless integration and communication between the backend and frontend layers.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to identify and prioritize features and functionality.
• Conduct thorough code reviews, identify potential issues, and suggest improvements.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience of relevant experience - C# , Python and Java
• Strong experience with creating SQL queries
• Azure Cloud experience preferred
• Storage Technology experience, ideally Azure Data Factory (ADF) experience
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Exceptional collaboration and listening skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a global team environment

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all, including veterans and candidates with disabilities. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA’s ability to operate and provide certain services to customers and partners necessitates IQVIA and its employees meet specific requirements regarding COVID-19 vaccination status. https://jobs.iqvia.com/covid-19-vaccine-status

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Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job serves as the primary negotiator for Single Case Agreements related to non-contracted entities, while also being responsible for facility/ancillary credentialing for the entire Allegheny Health Network. It maintains compliance with the No Surprises Act by reviewing and  negotiating Qualified Payment Amounts, administering and serving as the subject matter expert (SME) for the Electronic Contract Repository, and maintaining Network Participation Tools for internal and external consumption.

            

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Negotiates and processes payor and employer single case agreements timely and accurately. Continually follows up on singe case agreements until complete and ensures compliance with terms of the single case agreement. Collaborates with Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Revenue Cycle and Managed Care team to ensure proper billing and timely follow-up on single case agreements. 40%
• Completes and submits facility credentialing and re-credentialing applications with all payors accurately and in a timely manner (including but not limited to hospital, ASC, and ancillary entities.) Resolves credentialing issues through collaboration with management, related departments, insurers and others as identified. Monitors and maintains key credentialing dates for all payors. 15%
• Manages Out-of-Network work queue and evaluates Qualified Payment Amounts. Ensures organizational compliance with No Surprises Act Requirements by negotiating single care agreements timely. 15%
• Administers the Contract Repository System and ensures that Managed Care Contracts are stored timely and accurately into Contract Repository system. Serves as primary intake for new contract documents and catalogs pertinent contracting language and events. Serves as department SME for Contract Repository System.  10%
• Maintains patient access matrix for internal consumption. Maintains and updates patient access matrix for external consumption. Collaborates with IT and Marketing to ensure timely updates to company websites.  10%
• Coordinates special projects and provides organizational support for the Managed Care department.  Ensures that project deadlines are met and project documentation is maintained appropriately. 10%
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, or related field , or 6 years of progressive healthcare related experience as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree
• 3 years of healthcare related experience
• Advanced computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Adobe, etc.)
• Substantial organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management
• Reliable customer service, follow-up, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Continuously searches for process improvements to achieve accuracy and efficiencies
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving abilities, and attention to detail

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Preferred

• 1 year of Managed Care experience

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Pay Range Minimum:

Pay Range Maximum:

Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations.  The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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Compensation Details:

Drivers earn on average $90000 a year!

Why should you join our team?

We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand.

In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:

• Weekly Pay (Additional pay for store deliveries, sleeper berths, backhauls, road closures, training)
• Driver incentive program to boost income
• Paid Time Off Programs (incl. vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay). Newly hired full-time employees will receive a one-time pro-rated allocation of up to 24 hours of vacation in their first calendar year depending on the month of hire. Paid sick time in accordance with applicable state law. You will receive up to 9 holidays per year, depending on the month of hire.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions, averaging 9.6% per year of eligible earnings over the past 5 years
• Driver Recognition Program
• Company-paid HazMat Certification and DOT physicals
• Employer sponsored uniform program
• Long-term Career Opportunities: Many of our leaders started with Ace looking for a job, just like you, but found long-term career opportunities at our 15 Distribution Centers across the country and our Corporate Headquarters. Our company is growing, and we would love to have you grow with us!
• Merchandise Discounts on Top Brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and thousands more!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Adoption cost reimbursement
• Identity theft protection

* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies.

Job Description:

The Road Never Looked So Good with Ace!

Ace Hardware is looking for Professional Truck Drivers to make an impact and support our retailers with direct-to-store deliveries.

Now offering a $12,500 Sign On Bonus! (For A Limited Time)

Come Drive with the Best! We give you the tools to succeed and be safe:

• Delivery trailers are equipped with lift gates

• When possible, Driver uses electric pallet jacks

• Newer, well-maintained tractors and equipment

• Company-paid HazMat Certification and DOT physicals

• Our Truck Drivers work independently to provide superior customer service.

• Home most nights and weekends - 90% of our drivers are home daily!

Ace Hardware is committed to promoting and maintaining a safe, healthy and injury-free environment for all team members.  This is our number one priority, and we will support programs and initiatives that focus on this commitment.  It is critical that all team members take responsibility for their safety as well as the safety of others to ensure that Ace Hardware is a world class safety organization.

What you need to succeed:

• Be a safety champion by promoting a safe and productive workplace through your own actions, including the proper use of PPE, safe operation of powered equipment and safe lifting techniques as determined by the role.

• Be an active participant in contributing to a successful safety culture in the facility.

• Minimum 1 year Class A tractor-trailer on-road experience or comparable experience with large military vehicles. Verifiable driving experience must be within the past 3 years. Driver with less than 1 year experience may be eligible for the ACE driver training program.

• No more than two moving violations in the past 3 years.

• No serious traffic violations in the past 3 years.

• No preventable accidents while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the last 3 years.

• In the past 3 years, no suspensions or revocations.

• In the past 5 years, no conviction of DUI or DWI.

• Minimum age requirement 21 years.

• Valid CDL.

• Hazardous material endorsement or 90 days to obtain.

• Must have or be able to obtain a DOT Medical Card prior to onboarding. Must meet the physical qualification requirement established for the USDOT (Part 391,Subpart E)

• Must pass pre-employment DOT drug screen.

• Must be “not prohibited” in the clearing house.

• Must not be currently enrolled in the Return to Duty Process.

• Must be willing to participate in the DOT random drug testing program.

• Must read and speak the English language sufficiently to understand highway signs and signals, converse with delivery clients and general public, respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports/records. Regulation 49 CFR 391.11(b)(2).

We want to hear from you!
When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ace Hardware Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

Disclaimer

The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.

Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.

This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Ace Hardware Corporation reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.

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GENERAL OVERVIEW

Performs continuous observation, interpretation, and communication of cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under the supervision of the RN.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately analyzes, interprets and records ECG rhythms according to procedure. (30%)
• Maintains continuous assessment of ECG rhythm at central monitor and during patient transport. Identifies changes and responds or reports to the RN as appropriate. (30%)
• Cleans and maintains telemetry monitors/holders and accounts for monitor upon patient discharge. (10%)
• Demonstrates knowledge of central station and bedside monitors. Ensures alarms are maintained at appropriate levels and settings. (20%)
• Performs other unit specific duties such as video monitoring, order entry and answering phones. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• BLS Certification required within facility policy.
• Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or successful completion of a cardiac dysrhythmia training course upon hire is required.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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GENERAL OVERVIEW:

The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The registered nurse provides transformational leadership in a professional practice setting by striving to create and participate in the future of healthcare.
• Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
• Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
• Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
• Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
• Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues and cultivates a work environment that promotes positive employees attitudes, effective communications, trust, and collaboration.
• Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected and creativity, flexibility, resiliency, and adaptability are key.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
• Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
• Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
• Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
• Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
• Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
• Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
• Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning and professional development for self and others.
• Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
• Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
• Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one’s own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
• Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
• Places the patient at the center of everything they do by continuously evaluating and assessing patient and family satisfaction and performing as an advocate for patients and customers.
• Participates in department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
• Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
• Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Completed RN training program and have PA RN licensure or have applied for practice permit
• CPR Certification

Preferred

• Certification in area of specialty

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Under the supervision of a pathologist coordinates the receiving, processing and gross description of all patient tissue specimens sent to the laboratory for diagnostic evaluation and postmortem examinations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs detailed gross anatomic description and sectioning of patient tissue sent to the lab for evaluation. May perform detailed gross dissection, description and sectioning of autopsy. (40%)
• Organizes gross room workflow for efficiency and productivity. (20%)
• Assures proper maintenance of equipment, provision of adequate supplies, and cleanliness of surgical pathology area. (20%)
• Functionalizes the details of research protocols and clinical trials by analyzing the type of tissue needed and ensuring  the integrity of the tissue (10%)
• May instruct, assign and/or assists pathology residents, students and new employees in protocol for handling and describing specimens. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Pathologists' Assistant (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) certification or eligible. Certification must be obtained within 1 year of employment. (Incumbents in role prior to January 2009 exempt from certification requirement).
• Pathologists’ Assistant experience or training and/or histotechnology laboratory experience.

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

EEO is The Law

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Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with respiratory disorders under licensed medical direction.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers therapeutic respiratory care procedures according to hospital and department policies. (55%)
• Completes documentation that is required to measure, monitor, and ensure department effectiveness e.g., charting, billing, IPOC, patient/family education. (20%)
• Performs diagnostic respiratory procedures according to hospital and department policies. (20%)
• Provides instruction to patients and other members of the healthcare team as needed. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Graduate of an approved respiratory therapy program.
• Pennsylvania state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist or TPP.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• BLS upon hire.

Preferred

• Registered with the National Board of Respiratory Care RRT, or Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT).
• 1 year experience in a hospital setting.

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

 

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

EEO is The Law

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Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Optimizes patient care by promoting rational, safe, and cost effective drug therapy by developing and providing clinical services in their area of expertise. Conducts drug therapy monitoring and drug formulary reviews, implements drug therapy interventions to reduce adverse events. May conduct pharmacy practice research. Educates and trains the pharmacy staff, pharmacy residents, students and other members of the healthcare team.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides pharmaceutical care in their specialty practice area which can include reviewing and evaluating patients' drug/medical history, providing drug therapy recommendations to optimize care, providing drug information, evaluation of medical literature, rounding with medical services, drug utilization reviews/monitors and patient counseling. (20%)
• Plans, implements, performs and measures the clinical processes that will improve treatment outcomes while minimizing adverse drug events and contribute favorable quality and financial outcomes. Coordinates DUEs, analyzes, trends and evaluates data to be synthesized into reports for action by committees. (20%)
• Creates a culture of learning and sharing in the network that supports the development of a fully qualified clinical staff through coaching, motivation and empowerment. Implements staff development on clinical processes and oversees the training of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Residents, students and healthcare providers. (20%)
• Promotes interdisciplinary teamwork including development and implementation of clinical pathways and protocols that promote appropriate medication safety and medication utilization using best practice evidence based recommendations. (10%)
• Provides input in planning pharmaceutical care to meet department and organizational goals. May assist and perform duties of a Pharmacy Practice Supervisor/Coordinator. (10%)
• When applicable, instructs, mentors and empowers Pharmacy Residents to become clinical specialists. (10%)
• Contributes to the medical community and pharmacy practice by presenting research at meetings and/or publishing results in journals. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
   

.QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Pharmacy Residency (PGY1) or 4 years of demonstrated clinical experience.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in the state of PA or eligible to obtain licensure within 120 days.

Preferred

• PGY2 - Residency

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

EEO is The Law

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GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job transports patients, medical records, mail, specimens and equipment/materials throughout the facility.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transports inpatients and outpatients within the facility from initial start location to the destination location. (70%)
• Delivers equipment/materials and specimens to requesting department. Includes use of the pneumatic tube system. (20%)
• Serves as a Hospital ambassador and provides information and direction to patients and visitors. (5%)
• Ensures that transportation equipment is kept clean and in good working order. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to maintain the highest measure confidentiality.
• Good oral and written communication skills as well as strong organizational skills needed to maintain working relationships, with both internal and external departments and customers at all levels.

Preferred

• Proficiency in dealing with customer service.
• CPR certification.

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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4 South ICU/Stepdown
This unit is a 20-bed variable acuity unit; all staff is trained to the highest level of care (that being ICU), but Stepdown beds are integrated into the unit.

AHN Wexford Hospital

AHN Wexford Hospital in Wexford, PA is the newest full-service, clinician-led hospital in the Allegheny Health Network. The new AHN hospital provides world-class health care closer to home for residents in the North Hills communities of Pittsburgh. The state of the art, all-private 160-bed hospital opened in September 2021 and provides comprehensive care to patients of all ages.

Allegheny Health Network

At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities.  AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job manages, supervises, and coordinates the daily operations of a specific patient care department under the direction of the Nurse Manager, providing clinical and administrative leadership and expertise. Contributes to the strategic planning process and attainment of goals of the department/unit, the organization and network.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

LEADERSHIP:

• Role model mission, vision, and values within their defined areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrates and role models professional behavior with all staff interactions.
• Serves as change agent and role model for change to assist staff in accepting and embracing the necessary change.
• Conducts monthly unit conferences with minutes which include discussions of both unit and organizational activities and goals when delegated
• Completes annual performance appraisals on associates which includes peer feedback process, plan for professional development and employee self-appraisal on delegated associates
• Attends meetings at the direction of the nurse manager
• Promotes unit based shared governance to include ongoing support through consultation and assistance in eliminating barriers in partnership with the nurse manager
• Promotes professional development plan and conducts quarterly check-ins with staff
• Promotes and encourages nursing specialty certification in partnership with the nurse manager
• Promotes employee engagement through leadership rounding.

QUALITY AND PATIENT SAFETY:

• Identifies, plans, and implements activities in partnership with the nurse manager in specified clinical departments which ensures patient care is delivered in accordance with professional standards for nursing practice and is evidenced based, meets patient safety goals and standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Monitors departmental performance in appropriate evidence-based practices quality and patient safety goals, meeting assigned goals.
• Develops action plan for any goal not met which includes timeline.
• Participates in regulatory readiness
• Assists nurse manager in developing a yearly unit based quality plan with unit based clinical practice and performance improvement council based on identified unit needs.
• Participates in operational excellence projects using performance improvement methodologies related to through put and other quality improvement initiatives.

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION:

• Works collaboratively with patients, families, peers, and other departments in the organization/network to meet established organizational goals for patient experience..
• Investigates and provides feedback for identified patient or departmental concerns.
• Rounds daily to assess and address patient and family needs.
• Collaborates with nurse manager to Develop departmental plan to address any improvement needs.
• Assists nurse manager in meeting or show consistent progress toward meeting established patient experience goal(s) and metrics.

FINANCE:

• Ensures effective implementation of financial plan in partnership with nurse manager
• Demonstrates fiscal stewardship through effective and efficient use of staff, facilities, equipment, and other resources while maintaining patient care standards.
• Maintains both FTE and Goods/Services within established budget, completes variance reports according to established guidelines.
• Utilizes established tools to monitor monthly budget performance, conducting drill down to explain variances as needed.
• Completes daily productivity tracker
• Collaborates with nurse manager to address overtime use with individuals as needed with documentation of discussion.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT:

• Fosters the development of staff through coaching, mentoring, and creating an environment which encourages learning and use of research.
• Assures appropriate orientation and onboarding, education, credentialing, and professional development for personnel in collaboration with education development specialists
• Encourages and facilitates staff membership on councils and committees
• Encourage and facilitate attendance at nursing grand rounds and other educational programs according to educational needs assessment of unit/department or network.
• Foster peer review participation with staff an d participate in peer review with other assistant nurse managers..
• Conducts quarterly check-ins with assigned staff to review developmental goals
• Identifies one area for self-improvement annually and develops a plan to improve

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• 1 year of demonstrated clinical leadership experience
• RN
• CPR

Preferred

• 3+ Years ICU Experience Highly Preferred
• Master’s Degree in Nursing
• National Certification (CCRN)

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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GENERAL OVERVIEW:
This job independently performs routine and highly complex laboratory analyses on clinical specimens in one or more sections of the laboratory.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs a variety of routine and complex procedures using established criteria to provide quality clinical information. Verifies analytic accuracy, precision, sensitivity, and linearity for test methods. (40%)
• Operates, calibrates, checks, and maintains instrumentation. Recognizes problems with quality control and test procedures and takes appropriate action to ensure quality clinical information. (30%)
• Provides oversight and mentors ALT, MLT, phlebotomist, students, and new employees in laboratory testing following system policies and procedures, as well as any applicable State regulations, to ensure accuracy and quality (20%)
• Serves as a consultant to medical laboratory technicians, phlebotomists, other health care providers, as needed. Participates in continuing education to ensure growth and development of the laboratory. (5%)
• May collect and process patient specimens in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures and within the expected time frames. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in ASCP eligible program
• If located in Pennsylvania: MLS, MT, Categorical or Specialty ASCP Certification, required within 1 year of hire. Incumbents in role as of June 1, 2022 are exempt from this expectation.

Preferred

• 1 to 2 year's clinical laboratory experience
• If located in New York: Clinical Laboratory OR Limited Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job has responsibility for creating, implementing, and evaluating care plans for patients and their families/caregivers across the health continuum.   Incumbents will utilize nationally recognized standards of practice for case management by collaborating with providers, clinical teams, health plans, and external partners while advocating for patients and caregivers in order to align goals and plans.  Incumbents will serve as professional role models, utilizing their expertise in care management to promote a collaborative professional environment that optimizes outcomes, engages patients/caregivers in their healthcare, and supports effective resource utilization.  Serves as key team members in the management of readmissions, length of stay, ED utilization, and patient/family satisfaction.              

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contributes to or completes comprehensive assessment of patients and their families/caregivers, inclusive of clinical/physical needs, social determinants of health, and economic barriers impacting their ability to manage their health. (20%)
• Effectively identifies barriers and analyzes situations for assigned patient population, including risk for admission/readmission, external resources, and patient/family capacity in order to determine safe plans for transition and care coordination. (20%)
• Coordinates the clinical care with the patient, family, provider(s), and members of the interdisciplinary team. (25%)
• Advocates for patients and families through effectively communicating with providers, interdisciplinary team members, payers, and post-acute partners to assure effective outcomes and care. (15%)
• Leverage understanding of industry standards to provide applicable education to patients, families, providers, and interdisciplinary team partners including but not limited to: appropriateness of care, documentation requirements, utilization review principles and criteria, insurance benefits and limitations, transition planning requirements, length of stay, and resource utilization. (10%)
• Actively seeks professional development opportunities through professional certification, mentoring/precepting, and/or participation on department/hospital/system committees. (5%)
• Adheres to the policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and requirements of hospitals and other clinical settings. (5%)

QUALIFICATIONS:

​

Minimum

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing -OR- Bachelor’s Degree and Nursing Diploma -OR- 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• 3 years in a clinical nursing role
• Current PA RN license
• Nationally recognized Case Management Certification within 5 years of start date. Incumbents in role as of 12/1/2022 have until 12/31/2025 to obtain.
• CPR certification
• Critical thinking and problem solving 
• Flexibility and adaptability to change
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with ability to tailor style according to target audience (providers, peers, clinical team members, patients, families)

Preferred

• Transition planning and understanding of community and facility resources
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing techniques
• BSN

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

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GENERAL OVERVIEW:

The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The registered nurse provides leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
• Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
• Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
• Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
• Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.
• Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected.
• Participates on interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
• Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
• Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
• Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
• Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
• Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
• Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
• Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning for self and others.
• Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
• Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
• Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one’s own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
• Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
• Continuously evaluates and assesses patient and family satisfaction.
• Participates I department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
• Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
• Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Completed RN training program and have PA RN licensure or have applied for practice permit
• CPR Certification

Preferred

• Certification in area of specialty

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

EEO is The Law

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