Position Listing
Updated: July 2, 2009
FGH Human Resources
FGH Support Services Builiding
125 South 28th Avenue, 1st Floor
NURSING POSITIONS:
(0301) REGISTERED NURSE: (FULL-TIME) 7T MED-SURG, 3A MED-SURG, 6T-ONCOLOGY, 9T HOSPITAL CARE SERVICES, 4FB POST-PARTUM, ICU, PG-PSYCH
Position Summary - Performs under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Coordinator and is delegated an assignment by the coordinator to achieve quality patient care. The Associate RN shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the Patient Care Coordinator as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by Nurse Manager and patient evaluations of care. The Associate RN is responsible to the Patient Care Coordinator for patient care and ultimately accountable to the Nurse Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS – Current Mississippi RN license required.
Work Schedule: 7T 7p-7a; 3A Night; 6T Night, 7p-7a; 9T 7p-7a; 4FB Any-All; ICU Night, Day; Psych Night
(0301) REGISTERED NURSE: (FULL-TIME) HOME CARE-SKILLED NURSING (HATTIESBURG, LUMBERTON)
Position Summary – RN is a member of the patient care team within the Department of Home Health and is directly accountable to the Patient Care Manager. The position requires that the individual be clinically competent.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of a recognized RN program. Must have successfully completed at least 825 clinical practice hours for B.S. program or at least 750 clinical practice hours for A.D. program. These hours are exclusive of laboratory hours. Minimum one year medical/surgical nursing or equivalent preferred. Current license to practice in State of Mississippi. Current certification in CPR. Current Mississippi driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
Work Schedule - Day
(0319) REGISTERED NURSE: (PRN) 9T HOSPITAL CARE SERVICES, ICU, FLOAT POOL Position Summary - Performs under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Coordinator and is delegated an assignment by the coordinator to achieve quality patient care. The Associate RN shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the Patient Care Coordinator as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by Nurse Manager and patient evaluations of care. The Associate RN is responsible to the Patient Care Coordinator for patient care and ultimately accountable to the Nurse Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS – Current Mississippi RN license required. Minimum one year medical/surgical nursing or equivalent preferred.
Work Schedule: Any-All
(0303) PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR: (FULL-TIME) PG-WOMEN’S CENTER
Position Summary – The Patient Care Coordinator is accountable and responsible for managing the clinical care of course of treatment of a number of patients. Coordination of care is accomplished through collaboration with physicians, associate staff, and other health care providers to ensure that patient outcomes are achieved within the projected course of treatment using the nursing process. Accountable to the Nurse Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of a recognized RN program. Minimum of two years as a staff RN in an acute setting with six months being at Forrest General Hospital preferred. Current RN license - Mississippi State Board of Nursing.
Work Schedule – Day
(0311) NURSE PRACTITIONER: (FULL-TIME) ICU
Position Summary –Confers with physician(s) concerning assigned patients. Keep physician(s) informed, as is appropriate, of needs and problems related to patient care. Implements and maintains established hospital policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
QUALIFICATIONS – Current license as an APRN by the Mississippi State Board of Nursing. Certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) with focus in Acute Care or Family Practice. Acute Care preferred. ACLS and PALS preferred.
Work Schedule - Days
(0311) NURSE PRACTITIONER: (FULL-TIME) SOUTH MS PSYCH
Position Summary - Provides general psychiatric care and treatment to patients in the clinic and/or inpatient facility in collaboration/consultation with a psychiatrist currently holding an unrestricted license in Mississippi. In accordance with their Board of Nursing approved protocol, the psychiatric nurse practitioner will assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of mental illnesses. Additionally, the psychiatric nurse practitioner will provide core education and counseling to promote mental health.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of a recognized RN program. Must hold a current license to practice professional nursing in state of Mississippi as a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Work Schedule - Days
(0311) NURSE PRACTITIONER: (PRN) NAN CLINIC
Position Summary – Shall be licensed in the State of Mississippi and must practice according to a Board approved protocol which has mutual agreement of and by a Mississippi licensed physician and the approval by the Board of Trustees. Confers with physician(s) concerning assigned patients. Keep physician(s) informed, as is appropriate, of needs and problems related to patient care. Implements and maintains established Clinic policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
QUALIFICATIONS – Master’s Degree in Nursing with Family Practice focus. Minimum one year medical/surgical nursing or equivalent preferred. Previous work experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner preferred. Current license as an APRN by the Mississippi State Board of Nursing. Certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Work Schedule – Any-All
(0401) LPN: (FULL-TIME) 4FB-POST PARTUM, PG-PSYCH, LABOR & DELIVERY, NAN CLINIC; (PRN) 7T MED-SURG
Position Summary – Performs under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and is delegated an assignment by him/her to achieve quality patient care. The Associate LPN shall assist the Associate RN in the implementation of the nursing process by providing direct patient care as evidenced, but not limited to, patient care documentation, direct observation, and patient evaluations. Responsible and accountable to the Nurse Manager of the unit.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of a recognized LPN program. Must have successfully completed at least 770 clinical practice hours for LPN program. These hours are exclusive of laboratory hours. Work experience preferred but not required. Must hold a current license to practice nursing in state of Mississippi, be certified in the expanded role of an LPN or be eligible for certification.
Work Schedule – 4FB Night; PG Night; Labor & Delivery Night; Nan Day; 7T Any-All
(0420) LPN: (PRN) SOUTH MS PSYCH
Position Summary – The Clinical Nurse is delegated an assignment to achieve quality patient care. The Clinical Nurse shall assist the implementation of the nursing process by providing direct patient care as evidenced, but not limited to, patient care documentation, direct observation, and patient evaluations.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of a recognized LPN program. Work experience preferred but not required. Must hold a current license to practice nursing in state of Mississippi, be certified in the expanded role of an LPN or be eligible for certification. ACLS certification required.
Work Schedule – Day or Night
ALLIED HEALTH POSITIONS:
(0236) PHARMACIST: (FULL-TIME) PHARMACY
Position Summary – Fulfills professional responsibility in dispensing, procurement, control, and consultation involved with medication. Knowledgeable and capable of performing any pharmaceutical duty in pharmacy department and throughout the hospital. The Pharmacist must utilize a growth and development knowledge base in medication for children (pediatric), adolescent, and geriatric patients.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy. Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Mississippi by the Mississippi State Board of Pharmacy.
Work Schedule –Night
(0196) OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST: (PART-TIME) REHAB THERAPY-OP
Position Summary –Responsible for the implementation of the physician's order for occupational therapy services. Provides all necessary aspects of occupational therapy in order to facilitate the return of the patient to as independent and safe lifestyle as possible. Must utilize a growth and development knowledge base in the care of children (pediatric), adolescent, and geriatric patients.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of an approved occupational therapy program. Hold a valid permanent or temporary license as an occupational therapist from the Mississippi State Department of Health.
Work Schedule – M-F 8-5
(0617) PSYCHIATRIST: (FULL-TIME, PART-TIME) SOUTH MS PSYCH
Position Summary - Performs and/or oversees admission and concurrent review of all federally funded and other focused patient groups. Ensures that quality assurance monitoring and evaluation systems are implemented and ongoing throughout the hospital and are in compliance with regulatory standards.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of a medical school approved by American Medical Association. Must have malpractice insurance for patient care activities. No pending malpractice suits. Current license to practice medicine in the State of Mississippi. Member of the Forrest General Hospital's active medical staff with privileges to practice as appropriate. Board certified or eligible.
Work Schedule – M-F 8-5, Day
(0252) SOCIAL WORKER: (PART-TIME) MEDICAL SOCIAL SERVICES
Position Summary – The Medical Social Worker assists patients and their families with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from health and medical care. Plans, organizes and implements social work services to patients and families. Must utilize a growth and development knowledge base in the care of children (pediatric), adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Uses professional knowledge and a team approach to provide medical and social interventions for patients who are influenced by a health impairment. Provides discharge planning services, emotional care, advocacy, and maintains effective working relationships with community resources and services. Reports to Director of the Medical Social Services Department. Responsible for working weekends and being on call.
QUALIFICATIONS – Bachelor's degree in social work from accredited school of social work; prefer Master’s degree -- Medical Social Work. Must be Licensed Social Worker (LSW) as defined by Section 75-53-1 of the Mississippi Code of 1972. Prefer two years social work experience in a health-related agency or facility; will consider new graduate.
Work Schedule – Day
(0452) PHYSICIST: (FULL-TIME) RADIOLOGY-ONCOLOGY
Position Summary – Will be responsible for all aspects of clinical Radiation Oncology physics including but not limited to quality assurance and calibration of treatment equipment, oversight of patient dosimetry, daily-weekly charts check, IMRT QA, commissioning of new equipment, treatment planning systems, ensuring compliance of NRC and State regulations including Radiation Safety and Licensing. Assist in treatment planning, including IMRT in collaboration with the medical dosimetrist and radiation oncologist. Performs brachytherapy planning and calculations, daily, weekly, monthly, yearly calibrations for the existing linear accelerators and CT/simulators. Measures output factors as required. Reviews patient charts as instructed by the radiation oncologist and also provides supporting documentation. Performs treatment planning intermittent periods as the situation demands. Participates in repair and trouble shooting of equipment through on-call service support. Will report to Chief Physicist.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of an approved accredited college with a masters of science, physics. ACR certified desirable.
Work Schedule – Day
(0475) SUPERVISOR-CAT SCAN: (FULL-TIME) RADIOLOGY-CT
Position Summary – Under general direction of the department manager, supervise the operations of 3 CT Systems and Imaging 3D software. Supervise technical staff and ancillary personnel, and coordinate all patient activities within responsible modality. Assign work schedules for staff technologists and ancillary personnel. Assure that all patient examinations are performed in accordance with established protocols and demonstrate knowledge of digital environment. Must demonstrate knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Picture Archiving Communications Systems (PACS) through prior experience. Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, oral and written communications skills. Assures the correct patient is being imaged in accordance to hospital protocol of checking at least two patient identifiers prior to completing examination. Reviews patient documents for completeness. Reviews patient images for technical quality prior to archiving to PACS and submission to the radiologists for interpretation. Ensure that all examinations have been charged correctly. Perform QA/QC on equipment, as needed and supervise all ACR, and/or any governing agency standards required for assigned modality. Arrange for corrective and preventive maintenance on equipment as required. Prepare monthly reports, as needed. Ensure that quality assurance procedures for equipment are performed and documented. Provides in-services to employees to keep knowledge current on procedures and protocols. Resolves simple informal complaints of employees and refers other to manager. Evaluates performance and makes recommendation for personnel actions. Ensures efficient workflow in the modality. Organizes work in such a way that the structure responds to changes in workload. Confers with the Radiologists to establish protocols of nonstandard examinations and create new protocols as new procedures evolve. Ensures compliance to JCAHO patient safety goals and required standards. Start IV's and/or administer contrast media. Ensures that area specific code carts are checked and tested on a daily basis. Provide resource assistance for personnel within the area. Perform patient examinations when required. Provide student technologists with the basic procedural concepts within responsible modality. Function as a liaison between the physicians and technologists. Monitor patient volume statistics and/or productivity data. Shares call responsibility for emergency examinations, as needed. Demonstrates appropriate computer skills. Knowledgeable of Radiation Safety ALARA principles and practice.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate from an approved AMA school of radiologic technology. Three years to five years CT experience. Minimum of three (3) years of relevant supervisory or leadership experience preferred. Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Certified in CT preferred. CPR certified.
Work Schedule – Day
(0243) PHYSICAL THERAPIST: (FULL-TIME) HOME CARE REHAB
Position Summary – The Physical Therapist is a member of patient care team within the Department of Home Health and directly accountable to the Director regarding Home Care patients. The position requires the individual be clinically competent.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy. One or more years of clinical experience, preferably in physical disabilities. Current license to practice physical therapy in the State of Mississippi. Current Mississippi driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
Work Schedule – Day
(0245) COTA: (PART-TIME) REHAB THERAPY-OP
Position Summary – The certified Occupational Therapy Assistant under the direction of the Registered Occupational Therapist implements designated treatment plans, provides objective feedback on patient performance and assists in the development enhancement of the therapeutic environment.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of an approved occupational assistant program. May be a recent graduate. Hold a valid permanent or temporary license as an occupational therapy assistant from the Mississippi State Department of Health.
Work Schedule – M-F 8-5
(0240) PHLEBOTOMIST: (PART-TIME) CLINICAL LAB
Position Summary – Collects and handles blood specimens, consults with the phlebotomy section supervisor and maintains supplies in the phlebotomy section room.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school graduate or G.E.D. required. None required. Phlebotomy experience preferred. ASPT or equivalent preferred.
Work Schedule - Evening
PROFESSIONAL/ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS:
(0142) DIRECTOR-HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT: (FULL-TIME) HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Position Summary – Directs all departmental functions related to the Hospital's Health Information Management Department and Medical Library Services. Works in an administrative, financial, and clinical capacity relative to the implementation and monitoring of systems necessary for the Hospital's Health Information Management Program and Medical Library Services. Provides leadership in the Hospital’s Enterprise Document Imaging business operations. Provides support and development opportunities for Health Information Management and Medical Library Services personnel. Good organizational skills are necessary for assisting in the planning, directing, and evaluating Department functions. Requires the promotion of and adherence to the organization's established Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct.
QUALIFICATIONS – Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Administration or related field from an accredited university is required. A minimum of five years experience in health information management leadership role or clinical nursing/hospital administration role is required. Electronic medical record experience preferred. Must have a working knowledge and experience with information systems management, health information management and ICD 9/CPT coding functions. Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) strongly preferred.
Work Schedule – M-F 8-5
(0990) ASSISTANT DIRECTOR-HIM: (FULL-TIME) CASE MANAGEMENT
Position Summary – Directs all departmental functions related to the Hospital’s Health Information Management Department to include Cancer Registry, Transcription, and Release of Information, Document Imaging, Discharge Analysis, and Record Completion. Manages the day-to-day operations of the Coding Department. Performs monthly audits of inpatient and outpatient records for compliance to establish coding practices to assure that diagnoses and procedures assigned reflect the documentation performed on the patient record. Responsible for development and presentation of staff education designed to address coding and compliance issues. Serves on the Corporate Compliance Committee. Provides Support and development opportunities for HIM personnel. Assists with special projects and data gathering.
QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor of Science Degree in Registered Record Administration from an accredited university is preferred. Three or more years experience in Health Information Management is desirable. Prefer a working knowledge of medical records systems and experience with various computer software environments including Microsoft Office, SoftMed applications, flow-charting, and other data analysis skills. Certification as a Registered Record Administrator in the state of Mississippi preferred. CPC-H or CCS Certified preferred.
Work Schedule – Days
(0278) PROGRAM ANALYST: (FULL-TIME) INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Position Summary – Must have the ability to perform all routine duties of a programmer which includes working with and through others on projects and Heat tickets, following the standards defined by the department of Information Services and Corporate Compliance, in an efficient and timely manner. Performs complex analysis, program design and maintenance and programming tasks. Confers with customers/users to develop an understanding of their business objectives and application system needs. Able to work at the highest technical level of all phases of applications system analysis & programming activities.
QUALIFICATIONS – Two-year Associates or four-year Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent. Minimum of five complete years experience as a programmer with an Associates degree or four complete years experience as a programmer with a Bachelors degree.
Work Schedule – M-F 8-5
(0858) DECISION SUPPORT ANALYST: (FULL-TIME) PG-ADMINISTRATION
Position Summary – Enhances patient outcomes by supporting performance improvement activities. Responsible for systematic approach to collecting, aggregating, and analyzing data to support decision making. Compares performance and incorporates customer feedback to enable intense evaluation of patterns and trends. Collaborates with Hospital managers, staff, and teams to generate recommendations for improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school diploma required, BS degree preferred. Three or more years experience in Information Systems management functions is required. Must have a working knowledge and experience of data processing systems and data analysis. Organization ability and strong communication skills are required.
Work Schedule – M-F 8-5
(0119) PATIENT ACCOUNTS MANAGER: (FULL-TIME) PATIENT FINANCIAL SERVICES
Position Summary – Assists in coordinating the Patient Accounts Management process. Assigned areas of responsibility may include one or more of the following areas: Customer Service, Insurance Billing, Insurance Follow-up, Refunds, Cash Applications, Credit Balances, Imaging, special accounts and systems applications. In performance of these duties, this role will be responsible for and include, but not limited to the following:
Hiring qualified employees and providing necessary training. Daily supervision of assigned employees. Review and maintenance of Policies and Procedures related to area of supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school diploma and a college degree in business, accounting, finance, or hospital administration is preferred. One - two years experience in Patient Accounts Management, preferably in an acute care hospital or similar institution is required. Six months probationary on the job training is required to become familiar with Forrest General Hospital policies and procedures. Experience using a personal computer and calculator accountably. CPAM Certification preferred.
Work Schedule – M-F 8-5
(0968) UNIT SECRETARY: (FULL-TIME) 3T-ORTHO
Position Summary – The Unit Secretary is responsible for the secretarial aspects of patient care and the environmental management of the work unit. She functions directly under the supervision of the Patient Care Coordinator and is directly accountable to the Nurse Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS – High School diploma or equivalent. Computer experience desired but not required.
Work Schedule – 7p-7a
NURSE AIDE/TECH POSITIONS:
(0501) NURSE AIDE: (FULL-TIME) 8T HOSPITAL CARE SERVICES; (PART-TIME) 7T MED-SURG; (PRN) 4FB POST PARTUM
Position Summary - Performs under the direct supervision of the coordinator on a nursing unit and are delegated assignments by the RN to achieve quality patient care. He/she is involved in the implementation phase of the nursing process.
QUALIFICATIONS - High School diploma/GED required. Successful completion of a Nurse Aide training class or 6 months experience as a Nurse Aide with passage of Nurse Aide skills test required.
Work Schedule: 8T 7p-7a; 7T 7a-7p; 4FB 7p-7a
(0510) CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT: (PRN) HOSPICE
Position Summary – A member of patient care team within the Department of Hospice and directly accountable to Patient Care Manager. The position requires that the individual assist the professional nursing staff by performing specific nursing functions related to patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school diploma or equivalent required. Nurse Aide work experience preferred, six months required if no Aide certificate. Certificate of Nurse Aide training from an approved school preferred. Must pass certification for CPR and Nurse Aide skills test during orientation.
Work Schedule – Day
(0234) OR TECH: (FULL-TIME) SURGICAL SERVICES
Position Summary – Works under the direct supervision of and in collaboration with the registered nurse. Assists with preparation of the operating room for surgery and obtaining necessary equipment and supplies. Functions within the sterile field. Assists with the after care of equipment and supplies. Accountable to the OR Nurse Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of approved operating room technician course. At least 4 years previous experience required.
Work Schedule – Day
(0478) MRI TECH: (PRN) RADIOLOGY-MRI
Position Summary – Under direct supervision of the modality supervisor, performs patient examinations and related activities; performs patient exams in accordance with established protocols, demonstrates knowledge of digital environment; reviews images prior to archiving to PACS and for submission to radiologists for interpretation, maintains patient records; assures the correct patient is being imaged in accordance to hospital protocol of checking at least two patient identifiers prior to completing examination, and patient's clinical history is complete; completes associated paperwork, performs QA/QC on equipment, as needed. Stocks exam rooms with basic supplies, starts IV's and/or administer contrast, as needed, maintains and adheres to accepted sterile techniques and provides clean environment within examination area. Provide student technologists with the basic procedural concepts within responsible modality. Share emergency call, as required.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate from an approved AMA school of Radiologic Technology, Three years of MRI or CT experience preferred, Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. CPR certified
Work Schedule – Any All
(0471) RADIOLOGY THERAPY TECH: (PRN) RADIOLOGY ONCOLOGY
Position Summary – Under general direction of the Radiation Oncology Manager, performs patient therapy treatments and related activities; performs radiation treatments in accordance with established protocols, assists the physicians in patient treatments, maintains patient records as required, assures that the patient's clinical history is complete, completes associated paperwork, performs QA/QC equipment tests, performs simulator procedures when required, maintains and adheres to accepted sterile techniques and provides clean environment within examination area, shares emergency call as required.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of an approved AMA school of radiation therapy technology. One year experience desired. Registered as a Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Additional certification as a Radiation Therapy Technologist. CPR certified.
Work Schedule – Any-All
(0026) PHARMACY TECH I: (PRN) PHARMACY
Position Summary – Assists the pharmacist in all duties related to the preparation, gathering, labeling, and distribution of medications. Responsible for filling and updating unit-dose cassettes. May perform other tasks assigned by the pharmacist. Maintains working area in clean and orderly condition.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school diploma or equivalent required, courses in science and math helpful. Registration required. Certification preferred, but not required.
Work Schedule – Any-All
(0469) NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECH: (FULL-TIME) RADIOLOGY-NUCLEAR MEDICINE
Position Summary – Under direct supervision of the modality supervisor, performs patient examinations and related activities; performs patient exams in accordance with established protocols, demonstrates knowledge of digital environment; reviews images prior to archiving to PACS and for submission to radiologists for interpretation, maintains patient records; assures the correct patient is being imaged in accordance to hospital protocol of checking at least two patient identifiers prior to completing examination, and patient's clinical history is complete; completes associated paperwork, performs QA/QC on equipment, as needed. Stocks exam rooms with basic supplies, starts IV's and/or administer contrast, as needed, maintains and adheres to accepted sterile techniques and provides clean environment within examination area. Provide student technologists with the basic procedural concepts within responsible modality. Share emergency call, as required. Demonstrates appropriate computer skills.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate from an approved AMA school of radiologic technology and registered in mammography. One year experience in diagnostic radiology. Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and a mammographer. CPR certified.
Work Schedule – Day
(0474) SPECIAL PROCEDURES TECH: (FULL-TIME) RADIOLOGY-INTERVENT
Position Summary – Under direct supervision of the modality supervisor, performs patient examinations and related activities; performs patient exams in accordance with established protocols, demonstrates knowledge of digital environment; reviews images prior to archiving to PACS and for submission to radiologists for interpretation, maintains patient records; assures the correct patient is being imaged in accordance to hospital protocol of checking at least two patient identifiers prior to completing examination, and patient's clinical history is complete; completes associated paperwork, performs QA/QC on equipment, as needed. Stocks exam rooms with basic supplies, starts IV's and/or administer contrast, as needed, maintains and adheres to accepted sterile techniques and provides clean environment within examination area. Provide student technologists with the basic procedural concepts within responsible modality. Share emergency call, as required. Demonstrates appropriate computer skills. Knowledgeable of Radiation Safety ALARA principles and practices.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of an approved AMA school of radiologic technology. One year experience in diagnostic radiology. Registered as a Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. CPR certified.
Work Schedule - Day
GENERAL POSITIONS:
(0944) COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR: (PRN) COMMUNICATIONS
Position Summary – Operates telephone switchboard to relay incoming, outgoing, and inter-office calls. Operates paging system and monitors various alarms for all facilities. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with the patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs. Obtain Public Safety information from internal and external customers, accurately communicates the information to officers, and records the information correctly into the CAD system.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to speak clearly, read, write,
and follow written and oral instructions. PBX experience preferred, however, on-the-job
training is available. Some type of public relations work is desired.
Work Schedule – Any-All
(0816) DIETETIC AIDE: (PART-TIME) CLINICAL NUTRITION
Position Summary – The Dietetic Aide performs a variety of patient foodservice and dishroom duties which include, transporting food carts to and from nursing units, transporting other items within and outside the department, cleaning carts and other equipment, assembling food on trays accurately and quickly; delivering alternate meal trays, cleaning of servicewares as well as other assigned tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school diploma or GED preferred. Entry level job. On the job training will be provided.
Work Schedule – Night
(0818) DISHMACHINE OPERATOR: (FULL-TIME) FOOD & NUTRITION
Position Summary – Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, performs the function of washing serviceware and other related duties. Duties include setting up and maintaining equipment; processing servicewares through dishmachine; and cleaning of equipment and environment.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school diploma or GED preferred. Entry level job. Will receive on the job training.
Work Schedule - Rotate
PINE GROVE POSITIONS:
(0262) CLINICAL ASSISTANT: (FULL-TIME) PSYCH, WOMEN’S CENTER; (PRN) WOMEN’S CENTER, NATIONAL SERVICE CENTER
Position Summary – Participates in total direct patient care in a team approach. The clinical assistant must have the ability to work therapeutically in a community of emotionally and/or chemical dependent patients. Primary responsibility including basic patient care and procedures. Observing patients and maintaining patient safety, assisting patients with activities of daily living, both physical and emotional, and with meeting team objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS – Bachelor of Science degree in health related field preferred. High school
diploma or equivalent required. Two years experience in health care setting desirable. Valid
MS driver’s license and good standing driving record.
Work Schedule – Psych Rotate; Women’s Center Day/Night, Any-All; National Service Center Any-All
(0267) COUNSELOR ASSOCIATE: (PRN) CHILD & ADOLESCENT
Position Summary- Conducts clinical assessments, makes appropriate referrals, and provides direct patient care. Completes associated administrative/clerical tasks. Maintains orderly work area. Maintains confidentiality. Others duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS – Bachelor's degree in a health related field. Work experience preferred but not required.
Work Schedule – Any-All
(0293) CLINICAL THERAPIST: (FULL-TIME) GENTLE PATH; (PART-TIME) CHILD & ADOLESCENT
Position Summary – Provides therapy services. Participates in treatment team meetings and functions as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Participates in formulation of treatment and after care plan. Provides community education services as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS – Master's degree in social work, psychology or counseling from an accredited school in a related field with one year's experience required. At least one year experience in the mental health field required. Credentials as required by Educational Specialty.
Work Schedule – Gentle Path M-F 8-5; Child & Adolescent Day
(0186) OUTREACH COORDINATOR: (FULL-TIME) COUNSELING CENTERS (LAUREL OFFICE)
Position Summary – Under the direction of the Director of Business Development conducts patient assessments and referrals. Additionally, has responsibility for the operations of the assigned outreach office, including management of staff and facilities (i.e. building maintenance), budgeted resources, patient files, office contents and office supplies. Additionally responsible for marketing the services provided by assigned office and Pine Grove in general to the assigned market. Provides community education services as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS – Bachelors degree desired in marketing or counseling. Masters preferred. At least two years experience in related field.
Work Schedule - Day
(0301) REGISTERED NURSE: (FULL-TIME) PSYCH
Position Summary - Performs under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Coordinator and is delegated an assignment by the coordinator to achieve quality patient care. The Associate RN shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the Patient Care Coordinator as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by Nurse Manager and patient evaluations of care. The Associate RN is responsible to the Patient Care Coordinator for patient care and ultimately accountable to the Nurse Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS – Current Mississippi RN license required.
Work Schedule – Rotate
(0303) PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR: (FULL-TIME) WOMEN’S CENTER
Position Summary – The Patient Care Coordinator is accountable and responsible for managing the clinical care of course of treatment of a number of patients. Coordination of care is accomplished through collaboration with physicians, associate staff, and other health care providers to ensure that patient outcomes are achieved within the projected course of treatment using the nursing process. The Patient Care Coordinator is accountable to the Nurse Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of a recognized RN program. Minimum of two years as a staff RN in an acute setting with six months being at Forrest General Hospital preferred. Current RN license - Mississippi State Board of Nursing.
Work Schedule – Day
(0401) LPN: (FULL-TIME) PSYCH
Position Summary – Performs under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and is delegated an assignment by him/her to achieve quality patient care. The Associate LPN shall assist the Associate RN in the implementation of the nursing process by providing direct patient care as evidenced, but not limited to, patient care documentation, direct observation, and patient evaluations. Responsible and accountable to the Nurse Manager of the unit.
QUALIFICATIONS – Graduate of a recognized LPN program. Must have successfully completed at least 770 clinical practice hours for LPN program. These hours are exclusive of laboratory hours. Work experience preferred but not required. Must hold a current license to practice nursing in state of Mississippi, be certified in the expanded role of an LPN or be eligible for certification.
Work Schedule – Night
(0858) DECISION SUPPORT ANALYST: (FULL-TIME) PG-ADMINISTRATION
Position Summary – Enhances patient outcomes by supporting performance improvement activities. Responsible for systematic approach to collecting, aggregating, and analyzing data to support decision making. Compares performance and incorporates customer feedback to enable intense evaluation of patterns and trends. Collaborates with Hospital managers, staff, and teams to generate recommendations for improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS – High school diploma required, BS degree preferred. Three or more years experience in Information Systems management functions is required. Must have a working knowledge and experience of data processing systems and data analysis. Organization ability and strong communication skills are required.
Work Schedule – M-F 8-5
Please call 601-288-1215 if you have any questions regarding FGH job postings.
