Careers with BVCHD

Primary Purpose of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):

• In accordance with policies and procedures, carries out physical therapy practice appropriate to the age of the client.
• Involves caregiver in client care, communicates with team members, and promotes maximum function of client.
• Participates in quality improvement, identifies patients appropriate for physical therapy, and integrates Bear Valley Community Healthcare District values into the work performance.

Qualifications  Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities and Experience

          Education

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy Assistant program Accredited by the APTA.

          Experience

• One to two years of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
• Experience in acute care hospital, outpatient care services or orthopedic and neurological care. This experience can be as a student intern program or work experience.

Other

• Valid license from the State of California Consumer Affairs Physical Therapy Examining Committee.
• Ability to take direction and function as a team player.
• Must be flexible and able to work in a sometimes-stressful environment.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage work efficiently.
• Ability to read, speak and write English, a second language is a plus.

BEAR VALLEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Responsibilities: 

Under the general supervision of the Housekeeping Supervisor, performs cleaning and related duties to patient rooms, offices and other building areas necessary to provide a clean, sanitary, orderly and aesthetically pleasing environment for the facility. Must have the ability to demonstrate an understanding of the needs of patients; particularly psychosocial and emotional. Must be able to interact and communicate with patients and staff. Must have experience with waxing, polishing and stripping of floors.

Qualifications: 

High school graduate or equivalent.  Previous Environmental Services experience preferred. Current BLS card within 90 days of hire.

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Diagnostic Services, performs diagnostic Ultrasound (US) examinations including OB/GYN as well as abdominal and vascular studies with a caring, professional attitude and attention to detail. Coordinates patient schedules and performs related clerical duties as needed.  Is responsible to take on call duty.  Prepares procedures for interpretation by obtaining correct patient histories and processing the images.  Performs other related duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Diagnostic Services.

QUALIFICATIONS: Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in abdominal, OB/GYN, RVT vascular studies required. Two years full time employment as an Ultrasound Technologist. Current CPR certification.

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) is licensed with the State of California and works under the general technical supervision of the Laboratory Director.  The CLS performs complex, moderately complex, and waived testing as indicated under the CLIA Act and as required by laboratory accrediting agencies.  The CLS will ensure laboratory standards and procedures are followed and that hospital objectives, regarding safety of laboratory personnel are met.

Education and Training

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. One year of training, completed at an accredited school of Medical Technology. One year experience, working under a qualified Director, is required to meet CAP standards. A current Clinical Laboratory Technologist license issued by the State of California in accordance with Chapter 3, Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code. Registration as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists is preferred. Registration as a Specialist by the ASCP or AABB, in an individual category (Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology or Microbiology) is desirable.

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Under the supervision of the Licensed Nurse and following the Scope of Service, this position will work collaboratively with the other staff members and medical staff to serve the residents of the Skilled Nursing Unit and function in the areas including but not limited to:

• Provides quality care for the residents of the Skilled Nursing Unit
• Provides age-specific and culturally sensitive care to residents
• Communicates clearly and concisely with others to meet residents care needs
• Takes responsibility for personal and professional growth
• Supports and participates in hospital wide quality initiatives
• Adheres to regulatory and compliance standards

Experience, Skills and Abilities

• Previous healthcare experience preferred, but not mandatory.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic computer skills

Education and Training

• High School or equivalent.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification
• BLS certification

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, prepares, seasons and cooks food for residents/facility patients, employees and visitors using the menu and standardized recipes.  Also serves food during tray line and maintains area utilizing high standards of sanitation.

Ability to read and write English and follow oral and written instruction. Must possess a current Food Handlers certification card and current BLS card. Two or three years’ experience in food preparation desirable, preferably in a health care facility.  Must possess a current Food Handlers or Serv Safe certification card and current BLS card.

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

POSITION SUMMARY

Evaluates patient response to intervention/treatments based on established standards and at appropriate intervals, using clinical judgment.  Reports significant changes to Registered Nurse and/or provider. Ensures documentation is accurate, timely and complete. Assists providers in performing procedures, following established guidelines, policies and procedures for consent, time out and patient monitoring. Provides reinforcement of patient teaching related to diagnosis, procedures, after care and follow-up.  Ensures patients receive after care instructions upon discharge.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) Required:

• California Registered Nursing License
• ACLS, BLS and PALS certification
• CPI training within 3 months of hire
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail and accuracy

 Education Preferred

• High School diploma or equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

• Minimum 1-year critical care nursing experience

Experience Preferred

• Previous Emergency Department experience preferred

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Summary

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for the planning and implementation of the Activities Program of the Skilled Nursing Facility with the framework, philosophy and policies of Bear Community Healthcare District.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities Required

• Must be knowledgeable and sensitive to the needs of the elderly and handicapped individuals.
• Computer literate.
• Associate Degree with 2 years work experience with the geriatric population and knowledge of the field assignment.

OR

• High School Graduate or GED recipient with at least 4 years work experience in related area

such as the geriatric population and structured senior activity programs.

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Under general guidance of the Program Director of The Mom & Dad Project, this position will support The Mom & Dad Project program in the areas including but not limited to:

• Provide professional parent instruction and delivery of information to local Spanish speaking families implementing the curriculum provided by the Program Director.
• Facilitate Case Management sessions with Spanish speaking clients and monitors FDM progression.
• Coordinate services with other community programs with similar purposes.
• Support and enhance the existing Mom & Dad Project program.
• Provide monthly education to Spanish speaking clients of The Mom & Dad Project/ Family Health Center, of the importance of dental care for adults and children.
• Work with Spanish speaking pregnant women at the FHC to provide them with education and referrals for dental services.
• Work closely with clinical personnel in various departments (pharmacy, primary care, behavioral care) to improve dental department workflows, patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes for Spanish speaking clients.
• Welcome and direct new Spanish speaking patients with children to familiarize them with the building and meet other potential needs.
• Works with Oral Health Patient Navigator to ensure that Spanish speaking clients are reciving services.
• Comply with all funder reporting requirements.
• Recruit potential Spanish speaking clients for services at The Mom & Dad Project.
• Arranges for display of brochures and calendars throughout the community.
• Arranges for and man’s booths at various community events.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Bilingual required.
• Bachelors degree in early childhood or related field of study, preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with adults and their young children.
• 2+ years of facilitating groups preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct adult learners in an environment that is most condusive to their learning styles.

Education and Training

• College degree in related field preferred.

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Following the Nurse Practice Act and Scope of Service, this position will work closely with staff members and medical staff to serve the patients of the Acute. Will provide comprehensive, quality care for patients, provides age-specific and culturally sensitive care to patients. Ensures the readiness of the Nursing Department and communicates clearly and concisely with others to meet patient care needs. Supports and participates in hospital wide quality initiatives and adheres to regulatory and compliance standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum (1) year experience in acute care nursing required. Minimum (1) year emergency/critical care experience required. Current California RN license, BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required. Basic Dysrhythmia certification preferred. CPI training required within (6) months of hire.

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

• Under the general guidance of the Lead Patient Access Representative, this position will register patients requesting treatment in the Emergency Department as well as PBX/Outpatient ancillary services.
• Assist in performing non-nursing clerical functions supportive to direct nursing care, facilitating communications, and traffic flow.
• Operate a computer telephone system (PBX), maintaining courteous and efficient communication between patients, various departments and staff.
• Admit patients to the hospital, SWING patients and SNF Residents.
• Register outpatients for ancillary services as needed.
• Exhibit professionalism in the Patient Access Department as it relates to patients, families, visitors, physicians, and staff members.
• Under the general guidance of the Lead Patient Access Representative, this position will register patients requesting treatment in the Emergency Department as well as PBX/Outpatient ancillary services.
• Assist in performing non-nursing clerical functions supportive to direct nursing care, facilitating communications, and traffic flow.
• Operate a computer telephone system (PBX), maintaining courteous and efficient communication between patients, various departments and staff.
• Admit patients to the hospital, SWING patients and SNF Residents.
• Register outpatients for ancillary services as needed.
• Exhibit professionalism in the Patient Access Department as it relates to patients, families, visitors, physicians, and staff members.

• Experience preferred as an employee of a hospital or doctor’s office.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Switchboard of PBX experience helpful.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient computer skills, knowledge of medical and insurance terminology.
• Ability to use the District Electronic Medical Record or willingness to learn.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

BEAR VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Childcare workers often help preschool-age children prepare for kindergarten. Young children learn from playing, solving problems, questioning, and experimenting. Childcare workers use play and other instructional techniques to help children’s development. For example, they use storytelling and rhyming games to teach language and vocabulary. They may help improve children’s social skills by having them work together to build something in a sandbox or teach math by having children count when building with blocks. They may involve the children in creative activities, such as art, dance, and music.

This position requires additional activities of engaging families at the Family Health Center to promote the Mom & Dad Project classes, Reach Out and Read grant requirements and dental education pertaining to services offered through the Rural Health Clinic and possibly mobile unit once established.

Additionally this position has a housekeeping component, ensuring that the facility is clean and germ free allowing families to feel safe and cared for.

The Mom & Dad Project is seeking a team member who has the following:

• Passion for working with children
• Interest in child development
• Flexibility for schedule
• Self-motivated to establish successful program

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) Required:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent

Education Preferred

• Education in Early Childhood Development preferred

Experience Preferred

• Working with children and families a plus.
• Group facilitation/ small group facilitation a plus.
• Bilingual Preferred

Bear Valley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer