Plans, organizes, and researches various assignments to increase scientific knowledge on medical-related topics. Specifies and researches complex problems.

Defines the scope of assigned project, investigating subject area. Determines feasibility of projects in terms of staff, time, and resources to ensure that... [+] More

Plans, organizes, and researches various assignments to increase scientific knowledge on medical-related topics. Specifies and researches complex problems.

Defines the scope of assigned project, investigating subject area. Determines feasibility of projects in terms of staff, time, and resources to ensure that results effective results. Plans and performs quantitative and qualitative research procedures in various areas of biology, chemistry, physics, and other biomedical, dental, or related scientific areas. Plans and conducts experiments and analyzes the results of studies. Draws conclusions and makes recommendations that typically have a major impact on scientific research activities. Communicates findings through presentations at conferences and publication in specialist scientific and medical journals. Maintains detailed records of work. Remains informed of other research begin conducted related to field of study. Scientists who work within a university setting are typically involved in the teaching of students. May be concerned with gaining research funding to continue with work or to extend studies. [-] Less

Responsible for management review and control of comprehensive clinical research programs to increase scientific knowledge on medical-related topics.

Confers with management to establish strategic program directions, allocation of resources, projects costs, and timeframes. Ensures coordination among a variety of scientific disciplines... [+] More

Responsible for management review and control of comprehensive clinical research programs to increase scientific knowledge on medical-related topics.

Confers with management to establish strategic program directions, allocation of resources, projects costs, and timeframes. Ensures coordination among a variety of scientific disciplines and staff functions to ensure that departmental objectives are met. Hire, trains, and motivates a qualified research management staff. Develops and manages the department budget and creatively utilizes resources to complete projects. Draws conclusions and makes recommendations that typically have a major impact on scientific research activities. This position typically requires a Doctorate degree in a health care related field with related clinical research management experience. Clinical scientists who work within a university setting are typically involved in the teaching of students. May represent the organization in forums and conferences within area of expertise. [-] Less

Establishes appropriate levels of care and provides strategic direction and oversight of all clinical and educational programs in a hospice or home care organization. Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates outcomes of clinical service's strategic plans. Leads the development, implementation, and... [+] More

Establishes appropriate levels of care and provides strategic direction and oversight of all clinical and educational programs in a hospice or home care organization. Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates outcomes of clinical service's strategic plans. Leads the development, implementation, and coordination of quality, cost effective patient care programs, contributing to excellent patient care, education, and outcomes. Typically requires licensure as a Registered Nurse with five years of clinical nursing experience.

Responsible for identifying and capitalizing on clinical program opportunities. Promotes and develops a clinical service culture throughout the organization. Works closely with the medical staff to ensure that clinical services are provided in an efficient and effective manner. Prepares and manages the departmental budget. Hires, develops, and motivates a qualified clinical services department staff. [-] Less

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Oversees planning, implementing, directing, and controlling activities, operations, and programs in the Clinical Engineering department. Typically requires a college degree and technical proficiency/knowledge of concepts, operation, repairs, and clinical equipment maintenance that may be acquired through three years of related clinical engineering experience.

Develops routine periodic maintenance, quality assurance testing, calibration, performance criteria, and emergency service response that will ensure safe and proper use of clinical equipment. Provides clinical engineering training and monitors employee work to ensure proper maintenance and of clinical equipment. Plans, organizes, and distributes the department work assignments. May order supplies and maintain supply inventory [-] Less

Researches and runs various laboratory tests and experiments on a wide range of subject matter, including organs, bodily fluids, cells, human tissues, and the immune system and viruses, and analyzes results to help clinicians diagnose, cure, or treat diseases. Develops... [+] More

Researches and runs various laboratory tests and experiments on a wide range of subject matter, including organs, bodily fluids, cells, human tissues, and the immune system and viruses, and analyzes results to help clinicians diagnose, cure, or treat diseases. Develops advanced diagnostic tools or therapeutic strategies, often focusing on disease-causing micro-organisms and the possible drugs and treatments for their effects. Aids in evaluating the effectiveness of treatments. Specializes in one or more area such as medical microbiology, clinical chemistry, transfusion science, hematology, histopathology, cytology, immunology, and virology.

Tests human samples such as blood, tissue, urine, cerebrospinal fluid or tissue, and fecal material for enzymes, hormones, and other constituents. Grows, tests, and analyzes cell cultures grown from affected tissue samples and identifying blood groups. Studies the effects of various drugs and treatments on lab cultures. Works with computers, sophisticated automated machinery, microscopes and other hi-tech laboratory equipment. Assures that the necessary turnaround times for reporting results are achieved. Records test and analysis results and communicates the results and recommendations to medical staff, who use the information to diagnose and treat the patient’s illness. Monitors the effects of medication and other programs of treatment by carrying out further tests. Assists in the production of laboratory documentation relating to policies and standard operating procedures. Develops new methods of investigation and keeps up to date with diagnostic innovations. Implements quality control procedures (both internal and external) to maintain accurate results. [-] Less

Coordinates all phases of nutritional care and supervises the clinical dietitian staff to provide nutrition services. Coordinates and manages nutrition assessment, care planning, monitoring, education and counseling of hospitalized patients and outpatients in a variety of settings. A degree in... [+] More

Coordinates all phases of nutritional care and supervises the clinical dietitian staff to provide nutrition services. Coordinates and manages nutrition assessment, care planning, monitoring, education and counseling of hospitalized patients and outpatients in a variety of settings. A degree in nutrition and registration with the American Dietetic Association as a Clinical Dietitian is required for this position with three years of experience as a Clinical Dietitian.

Plans and supervises Clinical Dietitians engaged in providing professional advice on diet therapies, instructing patients and families on nutrition, and evaluating patients' responses to diets. Consults with physician and other health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patients. Ensures ongoing patient care plans, patient education, and diet instruction. Formulates menus for therapeutic diets based on medical and physical condition of patients and integrates patient's menus with basic institutional menus. Hires, develops, and motivates a qualified clinical dietitian staff. Inspects meals served for conformance to prescribed diets and for standards of palatability and appearance. Instructs patients and their families in nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selection, and preparation. Develops, implements, and maintains department policies and procedures. Plans and coordinates work schedules and daily work load of the clinical dietitians and dietetic interns. May teach nutrition and diet therapy to medical students and hospital personnel. May provide nutrition education programs to outpatient groups. [-] Less

Coordinates patient referrals and provides assistance in case management negotiations. Receives and processes patient referrals from patients, physicians, and hospitals. Typically requires an associates degree with license (as a RN, LPN, RRT or CRTT) and two years of clinical experience.

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Coordinates patient referrals and provides assistance in case management negotiations. Receives and processes patient referrals from patients, physicians, and hospitals. Typically requires an associates degree with license (as a RN, LPN, RRT or CRTT) and two years of clinical experience.

Enters and maintains case management data in system. Enters referrals into a computerized database and forwards facsimiles to appropriate health providers. Reviews medical and reimbursement information to determine if insurance coverage meets standards of admissions for service. [-] Less

Manages, plans, and coordinates the clinical nutrition services function and supervises staff to provide nutrition assessment, care planning, monitoring, education, and counseling of hospitalized patients and outpatients in a variety of settings. Requires a degree in nutrition and registration with... [+] More

Manages, plans, and coordinates the clinical nutrition services function and supervises staff to provide nutrition assessment, care planning, monitoring, education, and counseling of hospitalized patients and outpatients in a variety of settings. Requires a degree in nutrition and registration with the American Dietetic Association as a Clinical Dietitian and five years of experience as a Clinical Dietitian.

Hires, develops, and motivates a qualified clinical nutrition staff. Prepares and monitors the departmental budget. Oversees the preparation and distribution of appropriate reports and analyses for nutrition services. Consults with physicians and other health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patients. Ensures ongoing patient care plans, patient education, and diet instruction. Formulates menus for therapeutic diets based on medical and physical condition of patients and integrates patient's menus with basic institutional menus. Inspects meals served for conformance to prescribed diets and for standards of palatability and appearance. Develops, implements, and maintains department policies and procedures. Plans and coordinates work schedules and daily work load of the clinical nutrition staff. May provide nutrition education programs to outpatient groups. May teach nutrition and diet therapy to medical students and hospital personnel. [-] Less

Responsible for providing clinical pharmacy services support for formulary development and maintenance, pull-through development and drug information services.

This position requires completion of Pharmacy D. degree or BS degree in pharmacy and clinical training and experience. Writes, coordinates and presents evaluations... [+] More

Responsible for providing clinical pharmacy services support for formulary development and maintenance, pull-through development and drug information services.

This position requires completion of Pharmacy D. degree or BS degree in pharmacy and clinical training and experience. Writes, coordinates and presents evaluations of drugs. Reviews prescriptions issued by physician, or other authorized prescriber to assure accuracy and determine formulas and ingredients needed. Provides clinical support for updating the formulary’s clinical guideline sections. Creates formulary groupings and new charts and graphs for the clinical and drug listing sections. Prepares, reviews and revises physician reference sheets. Maintains established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances, and disposal of hazardous waste drugs. Performs literature searches and analyzes data to answer questions surrounding drug therapy. Provides clinical material for newsletter, including formulary notification items. Presents and coordinates educational programs. Ensures that pharmacotherapy treatment recommendations in the disease management program are consistent with formulary initiatives. May instruct interns and other medical personnel on matters pertaining to pharmacy, or teach in college of pharmacy. [-] Less

Diagnoses or evaluates mental and emotional disorders of individuals, and administers programs of treatment. Advises and administers programs of treatment to mentally and emotionally disturbed individuals to help them with adjustments to their lives; aids medical and surgical patients deal... [+] More

Diagnoses or evaluates mental and emotional disorders of individuals, and administers programs of treatment. Advises and administers programs of treatment to mentally and emotionally disturbed individuals to help them with adjustments to their lives; aids medical and surgical patients deal with illnesses or injuries; assists in treating rehabilitation patients; and treats individuals in times of personal crisis, such as a divorce or death of a loved one. Interviews patients and studies medical and social case histories.

Observes patients and selects, administers, and interprets intelligence, achievement, interest, personality, and other psychological tests to diagnose disorders and formulate plans of treatment. Treats psychological disorders to effect improved adjustments utilizing various psychological techniques, such as milieu therapy, psychodrama, play therapy, and hypnosis. Selects approach to use in individual therapy, such as directive, non-directive, and supportive therapy, and plans frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy. May collaborate with Psychiatrist and other specialists in developing treatment programs for patients. May instruct and direct students serving psychological internships in hospitals and clinics. May develop experimental designs and conduct research in the fields of personality development and adjustment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders. May serve as a consultant to industrial, social, educational, welfare, and other agencies on individual cases or in evaluation, planning, and development of mental health programs. May specialize in behavior problems and therapy, crime and delinquency, group therapy, individual diagnosis and therapy, mental deficiency, objective tests, projective techniques, or speech pathology. [-] Less