Clinical Coordinator - Interventional Radiology - University of Utah Health
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
About the Job
Overview
_As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA_
This position is responsible for coordinating the care for all Invasive Cardiology or Radiology targeted requests for patients based on clinical needs, physician, resource and patient availability. This role is also responsible for educating the patient during all stages of scheduling. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
+ Performs intakes for all outpatient referrals.
+ Develops and sends out educational material to patients.
+ Gathers a pre-procedure history, plans the procedure based on the assessment and communicates the plan to the multi-disciplinary team.
+ Obtains medication history from the patient and their records, and documents it in their chart. Instructs patient regarding their medications prior to the procedure. Orders new medications as needed, per procedure protocol.
+ Assesses if patient is on blood thinners and follows anticoagulation management protocol.
+ Identifies patients with current or potential renal impairment, and modifies plan of care including obtaining orders from physicians for pre-treatment as necessary.
+ Orders all necessary labs, imaging, and procedures related to the primary procedure.
+ Coordinates with Anesthesia and/or IR sedation services for coverage.
+ Consults physician for procedure approval and resource determination.
+ Manages follow up on all post procedures including triaging post procedure calls, identifying quality of care issues or concerns, and patient consults and lab work.
+ Verifies and obtains all insurance information ensuring pre-authorization is completed.
+ May see patients in the clinic or emergency room at the request of the patient, staff or physicians to coordinate and schedule procedures or evaluate wounds or drains.
+ May attend to patients needs during sedation and non-sedation procedures.
+ May administer intravenous and oral medications to patients prior and during procedures.
+ May assists in the collection of blood and tissue specimen samples.
+ May monitor patient's vital signs.
+ May coordinate procedure scheduling with multidisciplinary teams.
+ May participate in life-saving measures (ACLS).
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
+ Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
+ Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
+ Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
+ Ability to make nursing practice decisions in his/her area of specialty as broadly defined by University of Utah Health, Nursing Practice Department and unit-specific policies and standards and as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act.
+ Ability to function independently.
+ Demonstrated superior organizational skills.
Qualifications
Qualifications Required
+ Three years of nursing experience.
Licenses Required
+ Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
+ Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
_* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department._
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
+ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
+ ACLS may be required by some departments.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
_Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation._
+ This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners and behavioral health patients.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
_To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu_
EEO Statement
_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students._
_Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities._
_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both._
_To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/_
_Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/_
_The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules._
_This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen._
Requisition Number _71880_
Reg/Temp _Regular_
Employment Type _Full-Time_
Shift _Day_
Work Schedule _Monday -Friday_
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status _Clinical_
Location Name _University of Utah Hospital_
Workplace Set Up _Hybrid_
_City_ _SALT LAKE CITY_
_State_ _UT_
Department _UUH ANC 12C RAD SPECIAL PROCED_
Category _Nursing_
Workplace Set Up _Hybrid_
_As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA_
This position is responsible for coordinating the care for all Invasive Cardiology or Radiology targeted requests for patients based on clinical needs, physician, resource and patient availability. This role is also responsible for educating the patient during all stages of scheduling. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
+ Performs intakes for all outpatient referrals.
+ Develops and sends out educational material to patients.
+ Gathers a pre-procedure history, plans the procedure based on the assessment and communicates the plan to the multi-disciplinary team.
+ Obtains medication history from the patient and their records, and documents it in their chart. Instructs patient regarding their medications prior to the procedure. Orders new medications as needed, per procedure protocol.
+ Assesses if patient is on blood thinners and follows anticoagulation management protocol.
+ Identifies patients with current or potential renal impairment, and modifies plan of care including obtaining orders from physicians for pre-treatment as necessary.
+ Orders all necessary labs, imaging, and procedures related to the primary procedure.
+ Coordinates with Anesthesia and/or IR sedation services for coverage.
+ Consults physician for procedure approval and resource determination.
+ Manages follow up on all post procedures including triaging post procedure calls, identifying quality of care issues or concerns, and patient consults and lab work.
+ Verifies and obtains all insurance information ensuring pre-authorization is completed.
+ May see patients in the clinic or emergency room at the request of the patient, staff or physicians to coordinate and schedule procedures or evaluate wounds or drains.
+ May attend to patients needs during sedation and non-sedation procedures.
+ May administer intravenous and oral medications to patients prior and during procedures.
+ May assists in the collection of blood and tissue specimen samples.
+ May monitor patient's vital signs.
+ May coordinate procedure scheduling with multidisciplinary teams.
+ May participate in life-saving measures (ACLS).
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
+ Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
+ Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
+ Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
+ Ability to make nursing practice decisions in his/her area of specialty as broadly defined by University of Utah Health, Nursing Practice Department and unit-specific policies and standards and as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act.
+ Ability to function independently.
+ Demonstrated superior organizational skills.
Qualifications
Qualifications Required
+ Three years of nursing experience.
Licenses Required
+ Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
+ Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
_* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department._
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
+ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
+ ACLS may be required by some departments.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
_Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation._
+ This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners and behavioral health patients.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
_To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu_
EEO Statement
_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students._
_Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities._
_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both._
_To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/_
_Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/_
_The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules._
_This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen._
Requisition Number _71880_
Reg/Temp _Regular_
Employment Type _Full-Time_
Shift _Day_
Work Schedule _Monday -Friday_
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status _Clinical_
Location Name _University of Utah Hospital_
Workplace Set Up _Hybrid_
_City_ _SALT LAKE CITY_
_State_ _UT_
Department _UUH ANC 12C RAD SPECIAL PROCED_
Category _Nursing_
Workplace Set Up _Hybrid_
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