Licensed Practical Nurse
Med-Surg
Full Time; Night Shift
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary:  Under the direction of the RN, the LPN assists in the delivery of nursing care and in patient teaching assignments. The LPN is required to administer medications, IVs document care, and function as a team leader at times. The employee must exhibit multitasking and time management skills. Must be friendly, hardworking, organized, and possess the ability to take accountability and responsibility. Must have good people skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

Must be able to work at a fast pace for long hours, to include lifting and moving patients. Must be willing to be part of a healthcare team and work well with the ward clerks, EMT-Ps, technicians, and physicians. The RN must possess excellent people skills, the ability to multi-task, as well as prioritization and time management skills.

Education:  Graduate of an accredited LPN program and approved IV Therapy course.

Experience:  One year of intensive care unit or medical-surgical experience preferred, but not required. Previous healthcare experience a plus. Telemetry experience desired.

Licensure, Registration, Certification: Current Missouri licensure.

Mental/Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Considerable mental concentration required. Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids.  Frequent exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, anti-neoplastic agents, and hostile persons at times.  Works with sharps and other potentially biohazardous material. Minimal physical discomfort.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Medical Lab Tech
Laboratory
Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Essential duties/responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor or another Medical Technologist, the Medical Technician/Technologist obtains and receives laboratory specimens, and competently performs clinical testing in the areas of hematology, immunology, microbiology, clinical microscopy, chemistry, and blood bank.  He/she interprets results as to accuracy, acceptability and critical limits and uses quality control materials according to established procedures with appropriate documentation.  In the absence of the supervisor, serves as a resource person for the technicians.  Assists with investigating new procedures and instrumentation, performs quality assurance studies, and ordering of supplies as well as performing other duties as requested and assigned.

Education:

Required: Associate degree in Biological Science, military training or documented equivalent and Certification as Laboratory Technician by accrediting agency (ASCP, ISCLT, AMT, HHS or NCA)

Desired: Bachelor’s degree in a certified School of Medical Technology or documented equivalent education, training and/or experience and Certification as Medical Laboratory Technologist by accrediting agency (ASCP, AMT, HHS)

Experience / Skills: Experience working independently and unsupervised in a laboratory setting preferred.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:

Required: Certification as Laboratory Technician by accrediting agency (ASCP, ISCLT, AMT, HHS or NCA)

Desired: Certification as Medical Laboratory Technologist by accrediting agency (ASCP, AMT, HHS)

Mental / Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Necessary departmental skills include chemistry, hematology, urology, immunohematology, coagulation, and microbiology. All technologists/technicians are hired as generalists working all departments. Close mental and visual attention required for sustained periods of time.  Frequently works under stressful conditions due to time constraints and critical condition of some patients.  90% of time spent transporting self throughout department and hospital or working at a lab workstation.  Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from the floor and overhead, and 40 lbs.  from waist height.  Must exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions: Constant exposure to hazardous and infectious material.  Works in air-conditioned environment with moderate noise level.  May be required to work any time of day or night.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Clinic Receptionist
Licking Family Clinic
Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Under the direct supervision of the Clinic Manager, the Receptionist is responsible for performing the reception and secretarial duties of the clinic while functioning as the primary/focal communication source.  Performs under hospital and clinic policies and procedures.  Demonstrates behaviors which exemplify professional conduct and teamwork.

Essential duties/responsibilities:  Fluctuating clinic activities necessitate flexibility.  Must be highly motivated to complete assigned duties within prescribed time limits.  Exercise extreme tact when dealing with patients, employees, hospital departments, physicians and the public.  Maintains a strong ethical code regarding patient rights as evidenced in professional attitude (i.e., privacy, confidentiality and empathy).  Must promote professional, positive and cooperative demeanor.  Performs receptionist duties, to include, but not limited to:  answering telephone calls, screening telephone calls, processing and/or relaying of messages, assisting clinic visitors and directing them to the appropriate personnel.  Responsible for patient check-in and check-out functions.  These include:  electronic chart, scanning insurance cards/crucial documents, scheduling appointments for clinic patients, completing new patient registration forms, totaling patient charges upon check-out, collecting appropriate payment.  Scheduling functions include:  notifying nursing of additions/cancellations to the provider’s schedule, rescheduling of patients if the physician is unavailable or detained, preparing for next day’s appointments.  Additional daily tasks:  insure that all correspondence is signed, copied, addressed and mailed or faxed, scanning correspondence in patient charts, maintaining an inventory of office supplies.  End of day duties:  batch encounter forms and receipts, prepare appropriate corresponding paperwork/documentation, lock and secure office.  Knows the policies and procedures relating to fire, safety, disaster and infection control as they apply to hospital, as well as clinic practice.  Attend in-services of these as required.  Performs other duties/projects as assigned by authorized personnel.

Education:  High school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Experience / Skills:  At least one year of experience in clerical, receptionist and/or medical office preferred.  General office procedures:  filing, typing, and basic computer skills required.  Knowledge of standard office machinery.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:  Not applicable.

Mental / Physical Requirements:  (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Effective and appropriate communications skills, both verbal and written.  Accuracy and attention to detail required.  Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from the floor and from overhead, and 40 lbs. from waist height; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Minimal physical discomfort.  Frequent distractions and interruptions.  Potential exposure to infectious diseases and hostile persons.  Ability to perform duties under stress required.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Registered Nurse (RN)
ICU
PRN Status; Night Shift
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Under the general supervision of the Director, the Registered Staff Nurse provides direct patient care to a group of patients using nursing knowledge and skills using the nursing process. Practices under the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies and procedures. Provides direct patient care to an assigned number of patients with an understanding of the age-specific developmental needs. Demonstrates behaviors which exemplify professional conduct and teamwork.

The Registered Staff Nurse functions independently within scope of position. Regular communication with the Director provides direction of activities and guides priorities. Fluctuating departmental activities necessitate flexibility. Must be initiative-taking to complete assigned duties within prescribed time limits. Uses extreme tact when dealing with patients, employees, other departments, physicians, and the public.  Maintains a strong ethical code regarding patients’ rights as evidenced in documentation and professional attitude/behavior (i.e., privacy, confidentiality, and empathy). Must promote professional, positive and cooperative demeanor.

Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. ADN, BSN

Experience: One year preferred.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:  Current Missouri licensure.

Mental/Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Considerable mental concentration required.  Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Minimal physical discomfort. Moderate level of auditory distractions. Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids. Frequent exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, anti-neoplastic agents, and hostile persons at times. Works with sharps and other potentially biohazardous material. Ability to function under stress required.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Maintenance Tech
Plant Operations
Full-Time; Day Shift
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Director of Plant Operations and the Manager of Plant Operations, the General Maintenance Mechanic performs general-medium skill level preventive and corrective maintenance and repair of equipment, systems, and facilities.  May include grounds work, light plumbing and mechanical repair.  Will perform and complete daily projects and duty assignments.  Work will be performed in compliance with all codes and regulatory agency standards and specifications.  Assist with security of facility as needed or as directed.

The Maintenance Tech will notify the Director of Plant Operations and Manager of Plant Operations of problems or issues related to equipment and/or system failures, facility damage, needed repairs, non-compliance of codes and regulatory agencies, safety, or situations that are life threatening or that could compromise the welfare of the hospital, patients, visitors and staff.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, technical school/building maintenance.

Experience / Skills: Two years experience preferred. HVAC experience preferred.

Licensure, Registration, Certification: Refrigeration

Mental / Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, perform math skills and calculations related to position, Good communication skills, general knowledge of construction, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and other phases of engineering.  Basic computer skills.  Ability to lift 10-75 lbs., good eye sight and a steady hand, perform under stress, operate power tools, testing equipment and machinery.  Standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, lifting, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, climbing ladders, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from the floor and from overhead, and 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employee(s)/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions: May experience long periods of standing and walking. May encounter patients. Will encounter unpleasant conditions and exposure to heat, cold, noise, dirt, inclement weather, chemicals and gases, water, fumes, overhead pipes, infectious disease or waste.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Certified Surgical Tech
Surgery Dept.
PRN
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Perioperative Services Supervisor, the OR Scrub Tech/Surgical Assistant is a professional caregiver who works with Anesthesia, surgeons and other surgical personnel in patient care before, during and after surgery.  The OR Scrub Tech/Surgical Assistant uses sterile technique and technical equipment to perform surgical procedures.  Assures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedures.  Monitor PAR levels of all surgical instruments and supplies.  Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments.  Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.

Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Practical Nurse, or Surgical Technologist program preferred.  Current BCLS certification.

Experience: Minimum one (1) year work experience in the OR/PACU setting is preferred, but not required.  Surgical Assistant should have a total of two (2) years scrub experience.

Licensure, Registration, Certification: Current Missouri licensure.  RN, RNFA, LPN-IV, or CST/CFA.

Mental/Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations): Considerable mental concentration required.  Nearly constant Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.  Must have ability to pull retractors and hold patient extremities during surgery.  While on call, must be able to be present in hospital within thirty (30) minutes for STAT callback.

Working Conditions: Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids.  Frequent exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, anti-neoplastic agents, and hostile persons at times.  Works with sharps and other potentially biohazardous material.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Registered Nurse
Obstetrics
Full Time; Night-Shift

Under the general supervision of the Director, the Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to a group of patients using nursing knowledge and skills through the use of the nursing process. Practices under the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies and procedures. Provides direct patient care to an assigned number of patients with an understanding of the age-specific developmental needs. Demonstrates behaviors which exemplify professional conduct and teamwork.

The Registered Nurse functions independently within scope of position. Regular communication with Director provides direction of activities and guides priorities. Fluctuating departmental activities necessitate flexibility. Must be highly motivated to complete assigned duties within prescribed time limits. Uses extreme tact when dealing with patients, employees, other departments, physicians and the public.  Maintains a strong ethical code regarding patients’ rights as evidenced in documentation and professional attitude/behavior (i.e., privacy, confidentiality and empathy). Must promote professional, positive and cooperative demeanor.  While on call, be able to be present in hospital within thirty (30) minutes for STAT call back.  Third person call back should be present in the hospital within one hour.

Education:  Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. ADN, BSN, MSN, or Ph.D.  Must participate in a Basic Fetal Monitoring course within 6 months of hire and every year thereafter.

Experience:  One year in L&D, Post-Partum or Nursery preferred.  Must possess and demonstrate good IV skills.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:  Current Missouri licensure. BLS, ACLS and Neonatal Resuscitation certifications. Basic Fetal Monitoring Course. STABLE preferred, but not required.

Mental/Physical Requirements (May be met with appropriate accommodations if deemed necessary):  Considerable mental concentration required. Requires frequent heavy lifting and turning activities and nearly constant walking. Standing, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Minimal physical discomfort. Moderate level of auditory distractions. Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids. Frequent exposure to infectious diseases and hostile persons at times. Works with sharps and other potentially biohazardous material. Ability to function under stress required.  Must be able to multitask.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.

Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.

• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Registered Nurse
Emergency Dept.
PRN; Night Shift
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Director of the Emergency Department, the Registered Nurse is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for patients seeking emergency treatment.  S/HE provides both direct care to the emergency patient, as well as directing the care given by other members of the health care team, such as LPN’s, paramedics, EMT’s, emergency technicians, and coordinators.  The registered nurse also coordinates care for emergency patients, working closely with physicians and ancillary departments to assure coordinated care is provided.  The Registered Nurse assures that care is delivered utilizing the nursing process, considering age specific parameters, and does so in a professional, compassionate manner.

Must be able to work at a fast pace for long hours, to include lifting and moving patients. Must be willing to be part of a healthcare team and work well with the ward clerks, EMT-Ps, technicians, and physicians. The RN must possess excellent people skills, the ability to multi-task, as well as prioritization and time management skills.

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing:  ADN, BSN.  ACLS and PALS preferred and must be obtained within one year of employment.  CEN certification, TNCC encouraged.

Experience / Skills: Must have either one year of Medical/Surgical Nursing as a Registered Nurse, or one year of emergency department experience in any capacity.  Previous emergency department experience or critical care experience as a Registered Nurse Preferred.

Licensure, Registration, Certification: Current Missouri licensure.

Mental / Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Considerable mental concentration required. Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions: Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids.  Frequent exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, anti-neoplastic agents, and hostile persons at times.  Works with sharps and other potentially biohazardous material.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
EMT-B
Emergency Medical Services
Full-time; 24 Hour Shifts
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Under the general supervision of the Director of Emergency Medical Services, and the direct supervision of the Paramedic and the respective charge nurse, the EMT is responsible for providing Basic Life Support for patients both emergency and routine transport, with similar capacity in the ED.  Responsible for checking the ambulances for supplies and vehicle inspection, documenting accurately on the MARF report and patient’s ED charts.

Education:  High School Diploma or GED.  Graduate of EMT course.

Experience:  One year preferred but not required.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:  Current Missouri licensure as EMT-B and Class E Missouri Driver’s license (with a clean driving record.)  Candidate must have current BTLS.

Mental/Physical Requirements:  (May be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Considerable mental concentration required.  Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employee(s)/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids.  Frequent exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, anti-neoplastic agents, and hostile persons at times.  Works with sharps and other potentially biohazardous material.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.

• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Dietary Aide
Full-Time; Day
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Under the general supervision of the Director of Dietary, the Dietary Aide is responsible for minor food production, food portioning, assisting in dish washing, assembly of patient’s meals on the tray line, answering phones, filling late tray requests, cleaning and sanitizing of patient tray line, equipment, and dish washing areas.  Runs cash register, serves customers and stocks supplies.

The Dietary Aide will notify the Director of Dietary of problems in the dishwashing area to include mechanical problems, ware washing temperature problems, equipment failure and problems associated with patient meals, and tray assembly.

Education: A basic amount of education necessary to be able to read and follow instructions; willingness to learn and perform different tasks and duties.

Experience: On job training.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:   None required.

Mental/Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations): Mental ability required to follow written and verbal instructions and perform simple math tasks.  Long periods of standing and walking.  Ability to read and write.  The ability to learn and understand policies and procedures related to patient feeding, cleaning, sanitation, safety and operation of ware washing equipment.  Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from the floor and from overhead, and 40 lbs. from waist height; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.                                        

Working conditions: May meet patients.  Will experience heat and noise from the kitchen, and ware washing areas.  Will experience wet floors and exposure to hot steam, water, chemicals, glass breakage and sharp knives.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Registered Diagnostic Sonographer
Radiology
Full-Time; Day Shift w/ call rotation
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

A diagnostic medical Sonographer is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing, academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures.

Under the general supervision and reporting to the Director of Radiology, the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment; making a record of the exam produced for interpretation by the radiologist or cardiologist; job performance will be in appropriate manner complying with all regulations and policies. Sonographer will effectively operate sonographic equipment, evaluate sonograms in order to acquire appropriate diagnostic information, integrate diagnostic sonograms, laboratory results, patient history and medical records and adapt sonographic examination as necessary, use independent judgment to acquire the optimum diagnostic sonographic information in each examination performed, evaluate, synthesize and communicate diagnostic information to interpreting physicians and health care providers, establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and health care team, follow established departmental procedures, work efficiently and cope with emergency situations, maintain prolonged arm positions necessary for scanning, and organize daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required.

Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent, Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or equivalent.

Experience: One year experience as a sonographer preferred. Experience as a registered ARRT, R.T. (R) desired.

Licensure, Registration, Certification: Active certification by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or American Registry for Radiologic Technologists Sonography certification. Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements.

Mental/Physical Requirements: (maybe met with or without reasonable accommodation): Considerable mental concentration required. Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail are required. Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stopping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required. Must be able to lift 20lbs from floor and overhead, and 40lbs from waist height. Exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions: Potential exposure to infectious diseases, disagreeable odors from patients, anesthetics, disinfectants, and/or chemicals.  May be exposed to controlled radiation exposure

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Central Sterile Technician
Surgery
PRN Status
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Under the general supervision of the Surgery Supervisor a Central Sterile Technician   cleans and sterilizes instruments, supplies and equipment according to prescribed procedures and techniques. Uses detergents, antiseptic solutions, and semi-automatic to automatic sterilizing equipment. Disassembles items for cleaning and sterilizing; reassembles cleaned and sterilized items; identifies, dates, and stores cleaned sterilized items. May gather used items from other departments and returns them after sterilization. May fill requisitions, record charges, and inventory stock. Must clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and working areas in strict accordance with sterilization/disinfection protocols.  There will be other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent, Completion of a Sterile Processing Technician Course preferred but not required

Experience:  Previous sterile processing experience preferred

Licensure, Registration, Certification:  BLS Certification, CRCST preferred but not required

Mental/Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Considerable mental concentration required.  Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids.  Frequent exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, anti-neoplastic agents, and hostile persons at times.  Works with sharps and other potentially biohazardous materials.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Clinic Nurse
General Surgery Clinic
Full-Time

Under general supervision, the Clinic Nurse renders nursing care in support of medical care as directed by a physician or nurse practitioner in an office and/or clinical setting.  The Clinic Nurse will prepare patients for examinations according to the reason for the visit, performing initial patient assessment.  This should include taking/recording vital signs, weight, height, head circumference (infant), temperature, reason for visit, etc.  Assist the provider with the exam, procedures (such as minor surgeries, injections, or aspirations).  Performs venipuncture and appropriate laboratory tests as ordered and as needed.  Prepares slides and specimens for physician’s review as needed.  Perform EKG’s as necessary.  Assembles equipment and supplies in preparation for diagnostic or treatment procedures performed by provider.  Answers telephone, handles patient questions, does follow-up with provider as necessary, and relays messages.  Phones/faxes pharmacy/prescription orders.  Schedules referral appointments at other facilities and other physician offices.  Obtains appropriate Prior authorizations/Pre-certifications on diagnostic tests/procedures and medications. Assists with patient instruction and interpretation of provider orders with patients.  Discharges the patient and ensures that all charges have been properly recorded on the patient encounter form.  Secures patient’s signature on Medicare waiver forms, CPSI forms, and procedure consent forms.  Maintains patient records/charts, follows-up with provider to ensure accurate and complete medical records.  Maintain and record/file lab, x-ray, EKG reports, prescriptions, correspondence, phone messages, etc. in patient chart/record.  Cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment.  Maintains clean and orderly patient rooms, as well as a clean, orderly, and safe workplace and clinic facility.  Maintains stock of needed medical supplies, review orders with manager as required for signature.  Uses proper procedure for disposal of contaminated and infectious items.  Receive, record, and organize medication samples, disposing of outdates appropriately and in a timely fashion.  Knows the policies/procedures relating to fire, safety, disaster, and infection control as they apply to hospital, as well as clinic practice.  Attends in-service of these as required.  The Clinic Nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.  He/she must possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs.  Uses appropriate tact when dealing with patients, employees, hospital departments, facilitating agencies, physicians, and the public.  Maintains a strong ethical code regarding patient’s rights as evidenced in professional attitude/behavior (i.e., privacy, confidentiality, and empathy).  Must promote professional, positive and cooperative demeanor.  Performs under hospital/clinic policies and procedures.  Demonstrates behaviors which exemplify professional conduct and teamwork.  Performs other duties as assigned by authorized personnel.

Education:  High school diploma, GED or equivalent, as well as completion of an accredited nursing program with subsequent licensure.

Experience / Skills:  One to two years of nursing experience (particularly physician office experience) preferred.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:  LPN licensure, and/or Medical Assistant (Certified or Registered preferred), and/or RN licensure (may be considered), Basic Life Support Certification and IV Certification required.

Mental / Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Considerable mental concentration required.  Accuracy and attention to detail required.  Effective and appropriate verbal and written communication skills.  Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employee(s)/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Frequent distractions and interruptions.  Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids.  Frequent exposure to infectious diseases.  Exposure to hostile persons, at times.  Works with sharps and other potentially bio-hazardous material.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Respiratory Therapist
Cardiopulmonary
PRN

Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Director, the RRT renders respiratory care and diagnostic procedures to patients as directed by the medical staff. Practice under the Missouri Respiratory Care Practice Act, hospital policies and procedures. Provides direct patient care to patients assigned to him \ her while on duty with an understanding of age-specific development needs of those patients.  Demonstrates behavior, which exemplifies professional conduct and teamwork.

The practice of Respiratory Care may include but not limited to;

1. The administration of pharmacological, diagnostic and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care and prescribed by a licensed physician.
2. Observing, examining, monitoring, assessment and evaluation of signs, symptoms and general physical responses to respiratory care procedures.
3. Initiation of emergency procedures as outlined in hospital policy and within the scope of practice of a respiratory therapist.
4. Initiation, monitoring, modification of ventilatory controls, and discontinuance or withdrawal on continues mechanical ventilation.
5. Point of care testing.
6. Specific diagnostic and testing techniques related to pulmonary disease within the scope of practice of a respiratory therapist. Other clinical or clerical duties that are performed within the Cardiopulmonary Department for which the therapist has special training. Each therapist will be required to be cross trained in at least one of these other skills.

Education:  Graduate of two-four year AMA- approved Respiratory Care Program.

Experience:  Prefer one-year experience.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:  Registered by the National Board of Respiratory Care and licensed in the State of Missouri as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.  Required to have and maintain NALS and ACLS/BCLS certification.  Must be credentialed through NBRC.

Mental/Physical Requirements: (May be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Considerable mental concentration required for long periods of time.  Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Constant exposure to infectious materials and other hazardous conditions.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Transport Service Driver
Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary: Under the general direction of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Director the Transport Service Driver will be responsible for providing community members in the TCMH service area with non-emergent transportation services to and from their personal residences or healthcare facilities to TCMH or a TCMH affiliate or other healthcare-related service providers for treatment or diagnostic procedures.  He/she is responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle, scheduling of trips, maintaining appearance of the vehicle, accountable for the moneybox, providing quality customer service, and complying with MEDIVAN general policies.

The Transport Driver will notify the EMS director of problems or issues related to the transport of riders and/or vehicle failure.

Safety:  Responsible for obeying all Federal, State, and local traffic laws.  Operate van in a conscientious manner with regards to occupant safety.  Maintain required licensure to operate vehicle.

Trip Scheduling: Coordinates and communicates route pick-ups and drop-offs with riders and health care facilities; will do so in an organized and efficient manner.  Exhibits flexibility in the work schedule as needed to best serve the customers.

Maintenance:  Keeps transportation vans neat, cleaned, and always maintained.  Conducts a daily pre-trip inspection of the van for roadworthiness and reports any maintenance issues to the EMS director.  Maintains all transportation logs and maintenance records on the vehicles as directed.

Money:  Accountable for all cash and payments received from riders as well as any expenses incurred.  Will provide weekly drivers log sheet and any other supporting documentation as required to reconcile books.

Customer service:  Enhance passengers’ experience by providing a high level of quality customer service from curb-to-curb or door-to-door. Greet and communicate with passengers in a polite, kind, and courteous manner.

Compliance:  Will follow the guidelines stated in the MEDIVAN General Policies handbook when applicable.

Education: A basic amount of education necessary to be able to read and follow instructions; willingness to learn and perform different tasks and duties.

Experience / Skills:  At least one year experience in a service related field, preferably healthcare.  Public and health care transportation experience preferred.  Knowledge of local streets and highways.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:   CPR certification and current Missouri Class E licensure.

Mental / Physical Requirements:  (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Physically handle sitting for long periods of time while driving.  Assist passengers who are being transported, in and out of vans and into health care facilities as appropriate; Must remain mentally alert during extensive periods of driving time. Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Will be placed in a controlled environment inside the cabin while operating the vans.  Subject to noise and some mental fatigue during the actual driving process.  There will be some exposure to various outdoor working conditions during the loading/unloading of the passengers and while conducting van maintenance tasks.   

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Emergency Dept. Technician
Emergency Department
PRN
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary: Under the general supervision of the Director of Emergency Services, and the direct supervision of the respective charge nurse, the Emergency Department Technician (tech) maintains appropriate records, performs stocking, cleaning functions within the department, assists in the provision of basis patient comfort measures, performs certain technical duties as assigned by the licensed staff, within competencies measured, and assists with portering of patients, specimens, and equipment as required by the department.

Must be able to work at a fast pace for long hours, to include lifting and moving patients.  Must be willing to be part of healthcare team and work well with the ward clerks, EMT-Ps, nurses, and physicians.  Must possess excellent people skills, the ability to multi-task, the ability to prioritize, and time management skills.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. Current Missouri EMT-B or CNA licensure.

EXPERIENCE: Previous healthcare experience preferred.  Previous Emergency Department experience preferred.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION: Missouri EMT-B or CNA. EMT-B must have BLS and PHTLS certification. CNA must have BLS certification.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations): Considerable mental concentration required. Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids. Frequent exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, anti-neoplastic agents, and hostile persons at times. Works with sharps and other potentially biohazardous material.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Certified Nurse Aide
Home Health/Hospice
PRN; Day Shift
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Home Health Aide assists the patient in personal care, rehabilitative activities, nutrition, and/or other therapeutic activities as prescribed in the care plan developed by a registered nurse or therapist, and other duties as assigned.

Education:  High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

Experience:  Must have completed one (1) year as a health care aide in a hospital, extended care center, or home health.  Has the emotional and mental maturity necessary for establishing a good work relationship with patients, families, caregivers, supervisors, and employees of the agency

Licensure, Registration, Certification:  HS CPR certification and completion of the Home Health Aide competency evaluation.  C.N.A. preferred.  Current driver’s license and declaration of automobile liability insurance.

Mental/Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations):  Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time and to walk up and down flights of stairs.  Ability to receive and express detailed information through oral communications, visual acuity, and the ability to read and understand written directions.  Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to safely operate an automobile. Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employee(s)/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions:  Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids.  Frequent exposure to infectious diseases and hostile persons at times.  Variation in environmental temperatures.  Exposure to various community environments.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.

Job Posting
Housekeeping Aide
Part Time Status; Evening & Night Shift
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Under the general supervision of the Director of Environmental Services and reporting to the Supervisor of Housekeeping, the Housekeeper is responsible for linen distribution, daily cleaning of patient care areas, offices and public areas; to include:  walls, windows, doors, floors, bathrooms, beds, furniture and waste removal – picking up trash, bio-medical waste, box removal from work areas.

Housekeeper will notify the Director of Environmental Services or Supervisor of Housekeeping of problems related to the cleaning and maintenance of assigned areas, chemicals, equipment failure, safety issues, or facility issues that need repair or maintenance by Engineering.

Education:   A basic amount of education necessary to be able to read and follow instructions; willingness to learn and perform different tasks and duties.

Experience:   Up to six months preferred.

Licensure, Registration, Certification:   None

Mental/Physical Requirements:   (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations);  Ability to read and write.  Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.  Ability or organize work. Long periods of standing and walking.  Ability to learn and follow hospital and Environmental Services policies and procedures.  Ability to operate housekeeping equipment and use chemicals in a safe manner.  Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, climbing ladders, and reaching are required.  Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from the floor and from overhead, and 40 lbs. from waist height; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.

Working Conditions: May encounter unpleasant conditions, offensive odors, body fluid.  Potential exposure to infectious diseases or waste..  Exposure to housekeeping and floor finishing chemicals, slick or wet floor surfaces.

Age-Specific Competencies: Persons generally grow and develop in stages that are related to their age. Age specific competence means that the employee is aware of physical, psychosocial and/or learning needs of patients of different ages. Employees consider these needs when planning and providing care for the patient or when interacting with the patient or family.
Human development can be divided into eight stages. In each stage the individual has a primary task to accomplish or master. Each task is important throughout the life span but is most critical at a particular stage.
• Infant (0-1 year): The infant must learn to trust that his/her needs will be met.
• Toddler (1-3 years): The toddler must learn to develop a sense of himself as an independent person and gain self-confidence and self-control.
• Pre-school child (3-6 years): The pre-school child must develop a sense if initiating (being able to explore the world and start projects).
• School age child (6-12 years): The school age child must develop a sense to his/her own self-worth through accomplishments and interaction with others.
• Adolescent (13-20 years): the adolescent must develop his/her own identity.
• Young adult (21-43 years): The young adult must develop close relationships.
• Middle adult (44-65 years): The middle adult must develop a sense of community and assume responsibility for others.
• Older adult (65 years and older): The older adult must come to understand the meaning of his/her life in terms of what has been accomplished.

Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.