Kaiser Permanente - Bakersfield jobs

RNP II\PAII - (Bakersfield, California)

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 183185

Nurse practitioners provide health care services to patients who may have acute episodic conditions or chronic problems, as well as those seeking health evaluation, preventive care and/or education and counseling. NPs provide care in areas within KP in primary care or specialty departments consistent with their educational preparation following the Regional Standardized Procedures and Process Protocols for Ambulatory and Hospital-Based Practice.
They perform complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations. Assume on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnose and treat both chronic and episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establish and document the health care plan and diagnosis, maintain records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan.
Function in an expanded role to regularly provide primary, acute or emergency care to patients with complicated medical or surgical conditions which requires an intensive level of care. A formal internship and/or equivalent on-the-job training in the specialty area are also required.
Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members and to customers, contracted providers and vendors.
Essential Functions:
- Collect subjective data (obtain history).
- Collect objective data (perform a physical exam).
- Develop an assessment (diagnosis). Develop and implement a management plan.
- Facilitate the referral of patients to the appropriate health facilities, agencies and resources within the community.
- Order pharmacologic interventions.
- Develop and implement an educational plan.
- Plan for appropriate follow-up care.
- Manages the care of patients with complicated medical or surgical conditions.
- Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
-Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Program.
Current California Physician Assistant License. *National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). (*Must be obtained from NCCPA for initial licensure, need not be maintained).
-DEA Registration Number
-BCLS
-ACLS
-National Provider Identification Number (NPI) and be an approved Medicare provider.
-Minimum one (1) year experience unless specified by department.

Manager Ambulatory Care Dept - (Bakersfield, California)

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 183908

Responsible for the administrative & business management of a small (less than 20 FTEs) or medium size (less than 50 FTEs) department providing ambulatory patient care services. Through clinical nurse supervisors and/or assistant nurse managers, ensures patient care staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply w/ local, state, & federal requirements; implements & maintains clinical & patient care practice standards, budgets, & staff development. Manages operations & services that add value & are integrated w/ nursing standards of practice, service priorities, & performance/outcome measures, as well as w/ strategic, business, & organizational goals/objectives.
Essential Functions:
- Manages outpatient operations & through nurse supervisor(s) and/or assistant department nurse manager(s) is responsible for the delivery of nursing services & outpatient care which are integrated w/ business plans & meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical, & utilization standards & performance measures
- Ensures that services meet members', physicians', & internal clients' needs in a changing & competitive health care market
- Achieves integrated services across the continuum of care & manages & ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services, & operations by designing & implementing systems, processes, & methods to evaluate & improve patient care across the continuum of care
- Ensures patient care staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, NCQA, federal, state, & local requirements
- Collaborates w/ physicians, nursing & other health care providers in establishing, implementing, & maintaining patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations
- Acts as a patient advocate resolving patient care issues
- Designs & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care
- Develops & monitors budgets & resource allocations
- Monitors financial performance & identifies & implements strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/service
- Determines the appropriate staff-mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff
- Provides for on going staff development
- Develops, implements, & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organization's goals & business objectives & ensures they are met
- Collaborates w/ Physician Team Leader & Department Chief in developing the level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department
- Manages & resolves human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Usually three (3) to five (5) years of experience in ambulatory care management / supervision or other related clinical area
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (usually four (4) years)in health care related field required
- Master's degree preferred
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills; knowledge of ambulatory care practices, operations and local, state and federal regulatory standards

Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum Five (5) years of Worker's Compensation case management /Disability Managment experience.
- KPHC Ambulatory/Resolute/Tapestry knowledge.
-Worker's Compensation Claims Management experience.

Notes:
- Position requires some travel to various KP sites in Kern County (For example: Lost Hills, Delano)

Senior Sales Executive Large Group (Bakersfield Los Angeles or Burbank CA) - (Bakersfield, California)

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 174732

Kaiser Permanente
Sales Executive
Bakersfield, LA, or Burbank, CA

The Sales Executive is accountable for managing a sales territory to achieve sales goals and strategic objectives. These jobs have two levels. The functions, tasks, and competencies are the same. It is expected that staff placed in senior jobs will have demonstrated competencies at a significantly higher level and will be expected to work with more complex accounts or books of business. Please refer to the HPI Competency Library for descriptions of competencies and the behaviors associated with them.

Essential Functions:
- Achieve sales goals by business line
- Define & develop sales opportunities for membership growth
- Develop sales strategy for maximizing initial membership
- Develop & execute sales strategy for maximizing initial member & revenue growth
- Complete post-OE analysis & communicate lessons learned & future strategies
- Identify & develop small group brokers
- Set expectations for penetration & develop strategy for maximum share w/ customer & KP account management team
- Develop & manage a pipeline of prospects through various sales channels
- Identify & qualify prospects
- Assess prospects & prioritize best opportunity sales
- Maintain large group prospect database
- Develop a channel plan
- Report channel profile & performance results to management
- Develop & execute a sales plan
- Plan & conduct broker training to enhance new sales opportunities
- Develop engagement strategies for key brokers
- Develop an appropriate communication plan including broker appointments & mailings to communicate changes about KP products, pricing & services
- Participate in industry related associations & organization activities
- Develop & execute co-op marketing plan
- Maintain e-mail database for all assigned brokers for e-communication
- Identify & capitalize on changes in market conditions
- Develop & execute targeted prospect plan
- Identify targeted prospects
- Complete & maintain targeted prospect profiles
- Complete & maintain targeted prospect strategies
- Work collaboratively w/ account management & the service areas on strategies for targeted prospects & final sales efforts
- Develop & maintain targeted prospect list & quarterly outreach efforts to both the purchaser & broker of record
- Contribute to competitively positioning KP in the marketplace
- Identify key competitors in the marketplace
- Share competitive information w/ Sales & Marketing team
- Use competitive information to identify trends
- Assess customer business needs & link appropriate competitor information
- Collect, aggregate, & report competitive developments & trends for organizational strategic planning
- Collaborate w/ others in KP to develop competitive strategy
- Articulate KP position on significant business issues
- Seek opportunities for improving KP image/visibility in business community
- Share strategy successes w/ Sales & Marketing team
- Strategically build new & leverage established, broker relationships to increase prospect & sales opportunities
- Proactively prospect & develop new brokers to increase sales opportunities
- Identify potential business opportunities w/ assigned brokers
- Identify & build relationships w/ key individuals w/in brokerage firms
- Create & implement strategic plans for increasing sales at targeted brokerage firms
- Identify & engage key KP personnel who can enhance the business relationship
- Ensure timely follow-up on customer/broker issue & concerns
- Assume other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 3+ years of successful professional sales and marketing experience.
- Experience in carrying out marketing plans and meeting sales goals.
- Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience.
- State Insurance license.
- CA Driver's license.
- Basic computer skills.
- Effective oral and written communication and analytical skills.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
- Knowledge of and experience with employee health benefits.
Basic Qualifications:
- Existing Broker Relationships.
- Experience working formajor health carrier.
- Thorough knowledge of HCFA guidelines or other channel specific regulations.

Executive Consultant II - (Bakersfield, California)

Thu, 09 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 183521

This position exists to provide leadership and facilitation in the resolution of strategic and sensitive issues or projects for regional or for multi-function groups directly under a senior executive. The incumbent acts as an advisor or thought partner by structuring undefined issues for resolution, researching issues, summarizing information, and working with relevant stakeholders to provide the executive with the information needed to make sound and timely decisions. The incumbent represents executive position on committees and in communications with direct reports and outside clients. May manage others or support staff.

Essential Functions:
- Acts as an advisor or thought partner to a senior executive by structuring undefined issues for resolution, researching issues, summarizing information, and working with relevant stakeholders to provide the executive with the information needed to make sound and timely decisions.
- Provides consultation and analysis regarding regional performance and strategic opportunities. - Identifies the most effective means of solving the issues.
- Facilitates committees and task forces.
- May lead projects or oversee regional programs.
- Delivers high quality results on time.
- Acts as a communication liaison between the office and direct reports and outside clients.
- Represents the executive's point of view and makes decisions on behalf (within established parameters).
- Prepares presentations for the executive as well as papers and public statements.
- Develops and administers the office budget.
- Administers human resources initiatives, including compensation, executive search, succession planning, and management continuity.
- Works with HR Consultants to facilitate resolution of any problems.
- This executive consultant position is reserved for direct reports to Vice Presidents and Senior Vice Presidents.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Health Care or Public Administration.
- Master's Degree in Finance, Business, Health Care or Public Administration preferred.
- Five (5) or more years of work experience in consulting, operations or project management, preferably in a health care setting.
- Demonstrated performance in strategic/operational analysis and planning, analytical techniques, financial and market assessments.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the intricacies of hospital/HMO/medical offices operations and practices.
- Superior communication, consulting, facilitation, negotiation, conflict management, problem resolution, change management skills and consensus building skills.
- Superior leadership and project management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to bring projects/initiatives to completion.
- Ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities in managing a wide range of projects.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Pharmacist (JF 9478) - (Bakersfield, California)

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 180881

Under indirect supervision, consult with patients and medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provide direction to pharmacist residents, pharmacist interns, pharmacy technicians, and non-licensed personnel. Dispense compound, procure, store, and distribute pharmacy products. Provide medical personnel and patients with medication and information and product identification. Perform other duties as required.
Essential Functions:
- Uphold KP's policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
- Interview patient to obtain information regarding drug use, drug allergies and sensitivities and documents the information to appropriate records of the pharmacy information system; advises patients verbally and with written materials on significant precautions, proper drug therapy and administration, the use of related devices and the coordination of drug therapy with diet, according to established policies and procedures.
- Review and interpret prescription orders and verify accuracy and completeness of patient labeling and input into pharmacy information system. Dispense, compound, procure, store and distribute pharmaceuticals and pharmacy products, including anti-neoplastics and/or other sterile products as required, according to legal requirements, established policies and procedures, and accepted professional standards of practice.
- Evaluate and resolve real or potential drug therapy problems related to interpretation of prescriptions, drug furnishing irregularities, service complaints and issues such as drug procurement or equipment problems, according to established polices and procedures.
- Confer with medical personnel concerning care and treatment of patients, related critical diagnoses, drug dosage, interactions, dosage forms, and other factors which might influence the course of treatment and the activity medications; suggest changes in drug therapy and/or use, as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results and cost effective prescribing.
- Maintain work area and equipment in an organized and clean condition; maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Current registration with the California State Board of Pharmacy.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services.
- Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources and relate it to the patient's medical management plan.
- Ability to learn and operate pharmacy computer systems and other equipment.
- Must be able to type prescription labels.

Notes:
- PR# JF-9478
- Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required
- Must be willing to work at multiple locations in Bakersfield

Intern Pharmacist (JF 9479) - (Bakersfield, California)

Tue, 07 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 181225

Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores & distributes pharmacy products. Consults w/ patients & medical personnel regarding medication therapy. Provides pharmaceutical care for hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned. Provides medical personnel & patients w/ medication information & product identification.
Essential Functions:
- Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional & chronological maturation process in the delivery of services to patients of all age groups served
- Assesses data reflective of the patient's status & interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs & provides pharmaceutical care needed in accordance w/ department policy
- Dispenses, compounds, procures, stores, packages & distributes pharmacy products according to laws, regulations, standards, established policies & procedures & acceptable professional practices; documents responsibility by signing or initialing prescriptions, batch sheets or other forms according to established policies & procedures
- Interviews patients to obtain information regarding medication use, medication allergies & sensitivities; documents the information in the patient's medical record or pharmacy information system when appropriate; advises patients of directions for use, medication storage requirements, importance of compliance, precautions & warnings for medication therapy; advises the patients on the use of related devices & the coordination of medication therapy w/ diet, according to established policies & procedures
- Substitutes for pharmacy personnel as necessary
- Evaluates & resolves, according to established policies & procedures, potential medication therapy problems identifies through any & all available sources, including the patient & pharmacy information system
- Confers w/ medical personnel concerning pharmaceutical care & treatment of patients, related clinical diagnosis, drug combinations & dosage forms, & other factors that might influence the course of treatment & the activity of medications; suggests changes in medication therapy &/or use as appropriate to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing
- Participates in assigned education & training programs; conducts educational programs for pharmacy, other medical personnel & patients
- Participates in quality management programs
- Evaluates an manages the medication therapy of hospitalized or ambulatory patients as assigned to assure optimum therapeutic results & cost effective prescribing
- Makes recommendations to management regarding systems or operational improvements to enhance services provided by the department
- Checks equipment used to prepare & dispense medications for proper functioning; reports deficiencies to appropriate personnel
- Maintains work area & equipment in an organized & clean condition; maintains a safe, secure & efficient work environment
- Answers & makes telephone calls, consistent w/ assigned duties in accordance w/ telephone access standards
- Exemplifies pharmacy's mission & the organizations vision by contributing to the health & satisfaction of members by providing appropriate medications, information & professional services in a helpful, caring, courteous, & efficient manner
- Performs other duties as required
- Note: Specific duties may vary depending on pharmacy location

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Must be licensed as an Intern Pharmacist by the State of California
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Knowledge of Federal & State laws, regulations & standards regarding the provision of pharmaceutical services
- Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources & relate it to the patient's medical management plan
- Ability to learn & operate pharmacy computer systems & other equipment
- Ability to either type medication labels or type/possess keyboard skill 30 wpm.
- Requires standing for long periods of time, read fine print, communicate w/ co-workers & patients, lift/transport 1-50 lbs, light to moderate carrying, pulling, pushing, walking, frequent bending, stooping & reaching

Notes:
- PR# JF-9479
- Work schedule and scheduled hours to vary as required
- Must be willing to work at multiple locations within Bakersfield.

Medicare Enroller III Bakersfield CA - (Bakersfield, California)

Sun, 05 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 183480

Medicare Enroller III, Seasonal/On Call
Kaiser Permanente, Bakersfield, CA

The Enroller is accountable for facilitating targeted enrollment activities to help increase membership and build support for Kaiser Permanente.

Essential Functions:
- Conduct purchaser stand-up meetings and presentations for any of the products offered by KP
- Responds to questions
- Facilitate enrollment activities by representing KP, and transporting enrollment materials and promotional items
- Track and monitor open enrollment activities
- Engage local/branch account contacts to ensure understanding of and commitment to KP
- Communicate purchaser issues regarding accounts and book of business accurately and within specified time frame
- Identify and report purchaser trends to internal stakeholders
- Accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the KP Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives
- Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors
- Responsibilities impact the achievement of department objectives
- Results usually contribute to the completion of projects and department objectives
- Typical errors would cause moderate delays, inefficiencies and/or expenses
- Typically involves interpreting and carrying out general guidelines
- Requires some judgment to develop alternatives
- Provides information to others to be used in the decision-making process
- Requires limited decision-making
- Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity using judgment within defined practices and procedures
- Assesses information to identify the best solution from existing alternatives
- Provides routine fact-based information
- Follows generally defined directions
- Works under general supervision
- Exercises some discretion within defined boundaries
- Will seek a supervisor or manager to provide guidance and/or solve problems for difficult issues
- Has no formal supervisory responsibility

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Five (5) - eight (8) years of experience in sales and marketing in health care preferred, some of which should be in Enrollment
- Five (5) or more years of experience in enrollment preferred
- Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience required
- Life & Disability license required
- Bi-lingual language knowledge preferred
- Excellent customer service and face-to-face presentation skills required
- Required Competencies: business ethics, initiative, interpersonal communication, results driven, presentation skills, change adaptability
- Strong knowledge of KP organization, values, and products required

Assistant Manager Ambulatory Care Dept - (Bakersfield, California)

Sun, 05 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 181048

Assists an Ambulatory Care Department Manager by supervising assigned operations of a department providing ambulatory patient care services; ensuring that staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, & patient-focused services to members across the continuum which comply with local, state, & federal requirements; implementing & maintaining clinical practice standards, budgets, & staff development; delivering nursing/patient care services that add value, are integrated with business plans & meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical, & utilization standards/performance measures.
Essential Functions:
- Supervises daily operations & ensures staff provide the highest quality of care & are in compliance w/ the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, JCAHO, & federal, state, & local requirements
- Implements & maintains patient care & quality service standards to meet members' & internal clients' expectations
- Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues
- Recommends & evaluates processes to improve systems & patient care results across the continuum of care
- Assists in developing & monitoring budgets & resource allocations
- Monitors financial performance & identifies & recommends strategies to reduce costs & improve quality of care/ service
- Determines the appropriate staff mix for department & develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, & maintain the competency of all department staff
- Assists in providing on going staff development
- Implements & monitors departmental policies & procedures which support the organization's goals & business objectives & ensures they are met
- Collaborates w/ physicians, department chief, & nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services & the day-to-day operations of the department
- Assists in managing & resolving human resource, labor relations, employee & department safety, & risk management issues

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or four (4) years of equivalent experience in health care related field required.
- Experience in ambulatory care or other relevant healthcare experience required (usually two (2) - three (3) years).
- Two (2) years of previous supervisory experience preferred.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of ambulatory care practices / operations / issues.

Preferred Qualifications:
- CRT(M), AART(M) certification.
- Experience in ACR Accreditation.
- Experience in New Site State Accreditation.
- Five (5)+ years experience in Mammography (minimum of three (3)years in past five (5) years).

Notes:
- This is a variable full time position, days may vary.

Risk Management Project Manager RN - (Bakersfield, California)

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 179056

Leads and manages projects to achieve medical center and outpatient department goals related to risk management, loss prevention and patient safety such as - but not limited to - risk identification/prevention, reduction in preventable adverse outcomes/incidents, reduction in expenses related to risk/loss, improvement in quality of care outcomes and creation of a culture of safety throughout all departments within, a medical center and associated medical offices. Accountable for managing all phases of improvement projects including design, prioritization, staffing, development, implementation, analysis, metrics and reporting.
Essential Functions:
- Leads and manages performance improvement projects designed to achieve organizational goals/objectives in risk management and patient safety
- Develops and implements project plans which identify improvement opportunities, key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and required resources
- Designs processes to address identified problems
- Establishes and manages team membership and time commitments, as well as resource allocation to achieve project goals on time, within scope and budget
- Designs research plans for data gathering and analysis
- Leads data and risk analyses including Root Cause Analyses and Failure Mode and Effect analyses; developing recommendations and action plans
- Provides advice/decision support by developing comprehensive strategies, plans and systems/processes to achieve identified objectives
- Provides insights and recommendations regarding the most effective means/processes to achieve identified objectives/outcomes
- Provides project leadership to multi-disciplinary team; motivates team members and facilitates team processes and goal accomplishment
- Acts as liaison, problem solver and provides guidance to team on performance and productivity issues
- Uses appropriate decision making tools (e.g. risk ranking or cost-benefit analysis) and performance improvement tools (e.g. fishb1 diagram, flow charting, praetor analysis, etc.) to implement action plans in order of priority
- Prepares reports on professional liability cases and risk management patterns, trends and issues including loss prevention, patient safety and risk reduction
- Coordinates and delivers risk management education, training and communication programs for the medical center; provides updates on legislation; communicates significant events information/analyses; provides consultative services and functions as an expert authority to physicians and other staff regarding all risk management issues; implements and maintains formal communication processes to disseminate information relative to best practices and significant learning's based on performance analyses
- Maintains knowledge of all rules, regulations and standards required of accrediting and Federal/State governing entities as applicable to Risk Management and Patient Safety in the health care setting

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- One (1) year of clinical experience in an acute health care setting
- Previous experience in risk management in an acute care setting, preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Business or Health-related field required
- Current and valid licensure as a Registered Nurse required
- Certification as a Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM) preferred
- Demonstrated ability to utilize effective oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to utilize consulting, project management skills and interpersonal skills such as facilitation, negotiating, and influencing
- Knowledge of governmental and regulatory standards/requirements/guidelines related to risk management; medical malpractice, tort principles and proceedings, preferred
- Knowledge and utilization of the principles, practices and techniques of patient safety, and risk management, including risk identification, assessment, audit design, analysis, treatment and evaluation of risk management processes and systems (including Root Cause Analysis and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis); quantitative and qualitative statistical, preferred
- Analysis; outpatient medical care delivery; quality management/improvement principles, methods and techniques, preferred
- Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment

Case Mgr Utilization RN - (Bakersfield, California)

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 178447

Works collaboratively w/ an MD to coordinate & screen for the appropriateness of admissions & Continued stays. Makes recommendations to the physicians for alternate levels of care when the patient does not meet the medical necessity for Inpatient hospitalization. Interacts w/ the family, patient & other disciplines to coordinate a safe & acceptable discharge plan. Functions as an indirect caregiver, patient advocate & manages patients in the most cost effective way w/out compromising quality. Transfers stable non-members to planned Health care facilities. Responsible for complying w/ AB 1203, Post Stabilization notification. Complies w/ other duties as described. Must be able to work collaboratively w/ the multidisciplinary team ,multitask & in a fast pace environment.
Essential Functions:
- Plans, develops, assesses & evaluates care provided to members
- Collaborates w/ physicians, other members of the multidisciplinary health care team & patient/family in the development, implementation & documentation of appropriate, individualized plans of care to ensure continuity, quality & appropriate resource use
- Recommends alternative levels of care & ensures compliance w/ fed, state & local requirements
- Assesses high risk patients in need of post-hospital care planning
- Develops & coordinates the implementation of a discharge plan to meet patient's identified needs; communicates the plan to physicians, patient, family/caregivers, staff & appropriate community agencies
- Reviews, monitors, evaluates & coordinates the patient's hospital stay to assure that all appropriate & essential services are delivered timely & efficiently
- Participates in the Bed Huddles & carries out recommendations congruent w/ the patient's needs
- Coordinates the interdisciplinary approach to providing continuity of care, including Utilization mgmt, Transfer coord, Discharge planning, & obtaining all authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for patients/ families
- Conducts daily clinical reviews for utilization/quality mgmt activities based on guidelines/standards for patients in a variety of settings, including outpatient, emergency room, inpatient & non-KFH facilities
- Acts as a liaison between in-patient facility & referral facilities/agencies & provides case mgmt to patients referred
- Refers patients to community resources to meet post-hospital needs
- Coordinates transfer of patients to appropriate facilities; maintains & provides required documentation
- Adheres to internal & external regulatory & accreditation requirements & compliance guidelines including but not limited to: TJC, DHS, HCFA, CMS, DMHC, NCQA & DOL
- Educates members of the healthcare team concerning their roles & responsibilities in the discharge planning process & appropriate use of resources
- Provides patients w/ education to assist w/ their discharge & help them cope w/ psychological problems related to acute & chronic illness
- Per established protocols, reports any incidence of unusual occurrences related to quality, risk and/or patient safety which are identified during case review or other activities
- Reviews, analyses & identifies utilization patterns & trends, problems or inappropriate utilization of resources & participates in the collection & analysis of data for special studies, projects, planning, or for routine utilization monitoring activities
- Coordinates, participates & or facilitates care planning rounds & patient family conferences
- Participates in committees, teams or other work projects/duties as assigned

Qualifications:

This position is a SCNSC bargaining unit represented position.

Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years clinical experience as an RN in an acute care setting required.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare related field preferred.
- Current California RN license required.
- BLS.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize/apply the general and specialized principles, practices, techniques and methods of Utilization review/management, discharge planning or case management.
- Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards (TJC, Medicare, Medi-Cal, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to utilize written and verbal communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability in planning, organizing, conflict resolution and negotiating skills.
- Computer literacy skills required.

Orthopedic Tech II - (Bakersfield, California)

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 172121

Under administrative supervision by the Department Administrator & under direct clinical supervision by the department physicians & advanced practice providers, assists the physician/provider w/ all routine orthopedic & orthopedic surgical procedures as described below. Provides written instructions for patients in the use of various orthopedic devices & sets up & maintains supplies & equipments; may provide direction to the Orthopedic Technician I.

Essential Functions:
- Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies & Procedure, Principle of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local law & regulations.
- Assists the physician/provider w/ all routine orthopedic clinical surgical procedures.
- May inform orderlies & other hospital personnel of their role relating to the care of orthopedic patients.
- The following is a non-exhaustive list of functions in the Medical Office or Hospital Setting.
- May apply casts, splints, traction or other orthopedic devises to the extent that this is a technical function that does not involve choosing the appropriate treatment, setting a fracture, manipulating bone or tissue or assessing the patient's clinical condition.
- Remove casts, splints & orthopedic devices.
- Prepare the patient for procedures.
- Set up instruments & equipment for procedures.
- Apply & remove bandages & dressings that does not involve debridement.
- Provide written instructions to patients regarding proper cast care & use of crutches & devices.
- Remove sutures or staples from superficial incisions after sutures/staples have been assessed for removal by an RN or provider.
- Assists patients in ambulation & transfers.
- Collect & record patient data including height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration rate & blood pressure & basic information about the presenting & previous condition(s).
- Record patient care services provided in the medical record.
- Other technical or administrative tasks as required.
- Operating Room: As a surgical assistant, an orthopedic technician may perform the following functions that are delegated & directed by a physician, if the orthopedic technician has demonstrated competence to do so.
- Assist w/ preparation & draping of the patient.
- Cut sutures.
- Tie sutures (above fascia - not on deep tissue).
- Advance (but not insert) pins or screws in previously drilled holes (a technical function).
- Apply & hold graspers on tissue during endoscopic surgery.
- Retract tissue.
- Tap & mallet on instruments held by a surgeon (mechanical task).
- Suction blood or other fluids from the operative field.
- Sponge the operative field.
- Apply electrocautery through instruments to vessels (but not directly to vessels).
- Assist in cleaning wounds & applying dressing.
- Assist in managing & maintaining the integrity of drains & devices attached to patient.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Two (2) years experience as an Orthopedic Technician within the last three (3) years.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate of an accredited Orthopedic Technician program or equivalent training in the military.
- Certified by the National Board for certification of orthopedic Technologist (NBCOT) or be obtained within the probationary period from the date of hire per the union contract.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) provider card.
- Basic computer skills.
- Demonstrates knowledge & ability to utilize principles, practices & techniques of basic human anatomy, types of fractures, orthopedic equipment & use of cast& splints.
- Ability to demonstrate & apply knowledge of cast application, traction & orthopedic appliance application.
- Ability to demonstrate & utilize knowledge of surgical orthopedic & sterile techniques.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Under direct supervision, the ability to work & assist in the Operating Room.

Assistant Manager Ambulatory Care Dept RN - (Bakersfield, California)

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 174600

Assists in managing a single department or multiple small departments providing ambulatory patient care services by supervising daily operations and patient care activities. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care and patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Implements and supervises the maintenance of clinical practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Assists in integrating services/operations with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcome measures, as well as with business, departmental and organizational goals/objectives.

Essential Functions:
- Supervises daily operations and service delivery.
- Ensures staff provides the highest quality of care and is in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, TJC, federal, state and local requirements.
- Implements and maintains patient care and quality service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations.
- Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues.
- Recommends, implements, and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care.
- Assists in developing and monitoring budgets and resource allocations.
- Monitors financial performance and identifies and recommends strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service.
- Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train and maintain the competency of all department staff.
- Assists in providing on going staff development.
- Supervises the implementation of policies and procedures which support the goals and business objectives of the organization and department.
- Collaborates with physicians, department chief, and nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services and the day-to day operations of the department.
- Assists in managing and resolving human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in nursing or a related health care fieldOR equivalent years of experience (usually four (4) years) in outpatient nursing or related clinical experience.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current California RN license required.
- BLS certification required.
- Previous experience (usually three (3) years) in outpatient care required or other relevant clinical experience required, including two (2) years of leadership experience.
- Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, TJC, and other local state, federal regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred.

LVN II - (Bakersfield, California)

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 174793

Licensed Vocational Nurses are licensed health professionals who perform patient care, technical and supportive services under general supervision in a medical office or clinical setting. The LVN supports the philosophy and complies with the protocols, policies and procedures of the Organization and the assigned Medical Office Department.
Essential Functions:
- Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
- Perform patient care functions as prescribed by physician/health care professionals following established protocols, policies and procedures within their scope of education, training and responsibilities.
- Assist medical personnel with special procedures, minor surgical procedures and/or diagnostic exams.
- Assess and monitor patients' condition and notify physician/health care professional for disposition.
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by physician order, following established protocols.
- Initiate and maintain Intravenous solutions as prescribed by physician, following established protocols.
- Maintain equipment and supplies. Identify and arrange for equipment needing repair. Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control as directed by the Infection Control Manual.
- Monitor patient flow and assign/direct other ancillary personnel as needed.
- Provide medical information and education to patients, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Document pertinent patient information, assessment and nursing procedures, following established protocols. Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Explain purpose and process of examinations, tests and medical procedures to patients, following established guidelines.
- Instruct patients on general health and basic self care procedures.
- Review, explain and clarify physician orders with patient or parent.
- Instruct patient in use of home equipment.
- Administer patient first aid. Apply basic orthopedic devices, as ordered by physician.
- Apply and remove dressings.
- Execute treatments such as urinary catheterization, bladder irrigations, suction procedures and throat irrigations.
- Follow standard infection control procedures.
- Administer enemas. Initiate emergency procedures (including basic CPR) and provide emergency patient treatments.
- Irrigate and pack wounds.
- Lift patients.
- Monitor patient vital signs. Monitor patients for bleeding.
- Observe machine monitors.
- Administer inhalation therapy.
- Participate in development of nursing care plans.
- Perform surgical preps. Prepare and position patients for procedures.
- Prepare patients for physical examinations. Provide therapeutic care as ordered by physician.
- Rinse and clean instruments and equipment.
- Sterilize instruments and equipment.
- Arrange for equipment repair and maintenance.
- Maintain clean work area.
- Monitor supply of oxygen and gas tanks. Complete laboratory, radiology requisitions and specialized test forms.
- Notify appropriate personnel of abnormal lab test results.
- Answer member inquires.
- Observe patient condition for reactions during and after procedures.
- Remove sutures following established protocols.
- Respond to Code Blues.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Current California Licensed Vocational Nurse license required.
- Basic Life Support required.
- Current I.V. Certification required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support required within six (6) months of hire.
- One (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience as a LVN in an acute/outpatient setting.
- Computer and typing skills preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Notes:
- Days / hours / shifts may varydepending on department needs.
- Holiday / weekends / nights and holidays may be required.
- Work hours may vary between 6:00 am - 2:00 am.
- Travel between KP buildings andto outlying areas including Delano, Wasco, Tehachapi, Taft and Lost Hills may be required.

Business Line I Vision Manager - (Bakersfield, California)

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 174823

Responsible for the operations and financial performance of optometry and of optical retail stores in an assigned service area, including Optometrists. Accountable for member rating of stores, eyeglass turn around time, eyeglass redo rates (optician and optometrist controlled), Rx capture rate, Vision Services revenue, sales volume, and overall profitability. Develops Optical Store eyewear sales strategy to meet organizational goals and business objectives.

Essential Functions:
- ** This level is the first level of a two level job family hierarchy. It is responsible for a service area with less than $10 million in annual revenues, including prepaid dues and over-the-counter retail revenues. It will have administrative staff responsibilities of less than 50 staff size in 1 - 4 locations. **
- Responsible for the operational and financial performance of optometry and the optical stores in an assigned area.
- Accountable for member rating of stores, eyeglass turnaround time and redo rates (optician and optometrist controlled), Rx capture rate, vision services revenue, sales volume, and overall profitability.
- Develop eye wear sales strategy to meet organizational goals and business objectives. Ensures that financial revenue and expense targets are met.
- Ensure that operations are meeting the needs of the member in an efficient, timely and courteous manner.
- In tandem with the Merchandising Manager, develop a merchandising strategy ensure that overall store look (arrangement and design of inside and outside displays) reflects positively on the organization and supports the image of a provider of quality products and services.
- Hires, coaches, motivates, disciplines, and terminates staff, as required, to sustain effective operations and to meet member needs.
- Ensure that training for opticians, contact lens fitters and other staff is ongoing in member service techniques and product sales.
- Develop good relationships with members, service area management, providers, and others as appropriate.
- Work with Coordinating OD on a daily basis to ensure integration of OD, Optician, and staff operations.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum three (3) years of progressively increased management experience in a retail environment.
- Retail experience, including familiarity with staff motivation, merchandising and store operations.
- Bachelor of Science degree in business administration or related field preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage change and improve performance.
- Strong knowledge of optical management, including operational and capital budgeting.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Mgr Amb Care Dept - (Bakersfield, California)

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 168825

Assistant Manager Ambulatory Care Department RN - (Bakersfield, California)

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 163035

Assists in managing a single department or multiple small departments providing ambulatory patient care services by supervising daily operations and patient care activities. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care and patient focused services to members across the continuum which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Implements and supervises the maintenance of clinical practice standards, budgets, and staff development. Assists in integrating services/operations with nursing standards of practice, service priorities and performance/outcome measures, as well as with business, departmental and organizational goals/objectives.

Essential Functions:
- Supervises daily operations and service delivery.
- Ensures staff provides the highest quality of care and is in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, NCQA, TJC, federal, state and local requirements.
- Implements and maintains patient care and quality service standards to meet members' and internal clients' expectations.
- Acts as patient advocate resolving patient care issues.
- Recommends, implements, and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care.
- Assists in developing and monitoring budgets and resource allocations.
- Monitors financial performance and identifies and recommends strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service.
- Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train and maintain the competency of all department staff.
- Assists in providing on going staff development.
- Supervises the implementation of policies and procedures which support the goals and business objectives of the organization and department.
- Collaborates with physicians, department chief, and nursing manager in developing the appropriate level of patient services and the day-to day operations of the department.
- Assists in managing and resolving human resource, labor relations, employee and department safety, and risk management issues.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in nursing or a related health care field or equivalent years of experience (usually four (4) years) in outpatient nursing or related clinical experience.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current California RN License required.
- BLS certification required.
- Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, TJC, and other local state, federal regulations.
- Previous experience (usually three (3) years) in outpatient care required or other relevant clinical experience required, including two (2) years of leadership experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Clinical specialization in area of practice preferred.

Manager Optometry - (Bakersfield, California)

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Req Id: 158589

Under the general supervision of Chief of Service and the Assistant Medical Group Administrator, plans, develops, implements, evaluates, and supervises the Optometry service delivery and quality assurance program. Develops and implements programs of peer review and inservice education. Participates in short and long range planning for improving delivery accessibility of service in the Optometry department. Provides comprehensive vision services case management to members.

Essential Functions:
- Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
- Coordinates central planning, development, implementation and evaluation of Optometry programs with appropriate input from the Chief of Service and Assistant Medical Group Administrator.
- These include Optometrist and departmental goal setting, optometry projects, literature, supplies and continuing education, peer review and productivity, quality of care and service.
- Responsible for the coordination of the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of Optometry and departmental policies, clinical practice agreements and quality assurance program.
- Ensures Optometrists' compliance with all licensure requirements.
- Oversees orientation and training for Optometrists.
- Plans, coordinates and schedules the office hours and leaves for Optometrists.
- Participates in the interviewing and selection process for all Optometrist candidates, as well as completion of performance assessments of current staff.
- Performs other administrative responsibilities such as collection and compilation of Optometrist statistics, budget development and monitoring.
- An Optometry Coordinator also provides direct optometry care and services to members as listed: provides visual examinations, including for pathology.
- Conducts detection and differential diagnosis of abnormal visual, ocular and/or systematic conditions.
- Provides additional specialized testing and therapy such as contact lens examinations, visual fields (perimetry), tonometry, orthoptics (for therapy of amblyopia, suppression, diplopia, extraocular muscle problems and associated conditions), low vision evaluation for the diagnosis and treatment of patients with subnormal vision not correctable with standard opthalmic appliances, fluorescein angiography for diagnosing and documenting ocular conditions, ocular photography for photo examination of the external and internal structures of the eye under the direction of Ophthalmology.
- Provides treatment of the visual system within the scope of optometric licensure, including writing prescriptions for ophthalmic spectacles, contact lenses, orthoptics and non-optical aids.
- Works effectively as a team member/leader of other areas of Vision Services which includes Optical Lab and Optical Dispensing.
- Promotes member satisfaction by ensuring the provision of a high level of quality of service and care.
- Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum two (2) years of recent experience as an Optometrist required.
- Leadership and supervisory experience preferred.
- Graduate of a school or college of Optometry accredited by the State Board of Optometry.
- Current California license from the State Board of Optometry.
- California certificate to use topical diagnostic pharmaceutical agents.
- National Provider Identifier (NPI) required.
- Knowledge of optometric practice, including anatomy, physiology, pathology and mechanics of the human eye and visual processes.
- Detailed knowledge of ocular pharmacology and therapeutics.