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As one of the nation's
most respected teaching hospitals, the Infirmary has the following employment
opportunities. The Infirmary is an equal opportunity employer.
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last updated: 7/26/10
Admitting
CASE REPRESENTATIVE
Responsible for ensuring all necessary admission documents are received from physicians office. Insurance verification, data entry into Meditech system. Notification to physician, nursing, dietary, and social service of any patient needs. Reviews physician orders for accuracy. 3+ years experience in a hospital setting, admitting experience preferred. CRT, typing, communication and organizational skills a must. Knowledge of medical terminology a plus. FULL-TIME POSITION
PATIENT REGISTRAR
Responsible for registration of private and emergency patients to all clinics; Process admissions quickly & accurately in a professional manner. Patient demographic and insurance information data entry into Meditech system. Obtain medical records for patients previously seen. Assist patients with forms. Communicating to other departments to ensure placement of patients. High School Diploma or Equivalent required (some college coursework preferred). Computer skills, knowledge of hospital setting also required. Customer service experience and knowledge of third party payers preferred. Bilingual a plus. PER-DIEM POSITIONS
TOPAmbulatory Care
OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN
Responsibilities include compiling patient history, measuring visual acuity, refractometry, performing visual fields and recording patient history, according to standards established by the Infirmary. Must have background in ophthalmology (JCAHPO and technical certification preferred but not required). Knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care and usage needed. FULL-TIME POSITIONS / DAYS / FLEXIBLE HOURS
RECEPTIONIST
Responsibilities include answering and screening phone calls; scheduling appointments; greeting patients; obtains and processes necessary information regarding appointments and cancellations. Data entry and output; prints reports. Maintains office filing system and/or patient chart system. Processes receipts; checks and prepares patient charts. Other duties as assigned by department head. 1-2 years experience in a service office environment. High school diploma. Bilingual English / Spanish desirable. Some knowledge of computers and good communication skills. PER-DIEM POSITION / DAYS
PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT
Responsibilities include evaluating and treating adult and pediatric patients in the ENT clinic, under the supervision of an Otolarygologist. Performs admission and preadmission histories and physicals and minor procedures as assigned. Assists in the handling of patient care and personnel emergencies Performs pre-employment physical, evaluates and treats employees who become ill or injured at work. Develops and/or participates in pilot studies, research projects and quality improvement activities. Draws blood, inserts catheters, intravenous lines and heparin locks, injects contrast dyes, approved IV meds, changes surgical dressings prescribes medications and other tests and treatments as part of the evaluation, care and treatment of patients as directed by their supervising physician. Perform other related duties as required by the supervising physician. Bachelor's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program required. Certification/ Licensure as a registered PA by the New York State Education Department. Must be ACLS certified. Competent in surgical assisting for ENT cases. Bilingual in English/Spanish, English/Mandarin, English/Cantonese or English/Russian. FULL-TIME POSITION / DAYS / 8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. OR 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
NURSING ASSISTANT
Responsibilities include providing nursing care under supervision of Registered Nurse(s) that is consistent with the Philosophy and goals of the Nursing department and patient care unit. Transport of post-anesthesia patients; Assists in clerical functions and assist in additional assignments as determined by Nurse in charge. May be floated or cross-trained to other patient’s units. Must be computer literate. Nursing Assistant Certification, High School Diploma, basic heart support, BCLS or HeartSaver required. Certification of EKG and Phlebotomy required. Hospital related experience preferred. PER-DIEM POSITION
*REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL NURSE
Responsibilities include the provision of direct comprehensive care to ambulatory / emergency service patients as part of the healthcare team. Provide care that is consistent with the philosophy and goals of the Nursing Department and the patient care unit. RN/BSN certification required. Current New York State license/registration required. BCLS/ACLS certification required. Computer knowledge preferred. At least 1 year experience in Ambulatory Care or Med//Surg required. Eye\ENT related experience preferred. English/ Spanish, English/Mandarin, English/Cantonese or English/ Russian a plus. PER-DIEM POSITIONS / DAYS/ OCCASIONAL EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS
Communicative Sciences
AUDIOLOGIST - HEARING AND LEARNING CENTER
Responsibilities include evaluation and management of hearing in infants, children and adults. Includes diagnosis of Hearing Loss, Auditory Brainstem Response, Otoacoustic Emissions Testing, Auditory Processing and amplification. Pediatric Audiology experience required. MA / MS Audiology required, Au.D. preferred. FULL-TIME POSITION / DAYS
Housekeeping
HOUSEKEEPING WORKER
Responsible for keeping hospital facilities and equipment clean and orderly according to Joint Commission standards and following Infection Control protocol. Duties shall include, but not limited to, mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing, and waxing floors, trash collection, snow removal and other related duties. Must be flexible , available to work on weekends and holidays. Job requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and bending. Experience in healthcare preferred. Eighth grade schooling or above preferred. FULL-TIME POSITION / DAYS / 6:00A.M.- 2:00P.M.
Information Systems
NETWORK / PC SPECIALIST / SATELLITE PRACTICE SUPPORT
Responsibilities include: providing end-user PC support for the satellite offices including recommending appropriate desktop hardware; installing and configuring all PCs and software; replacing defective hardware; assisting users with their PC-related problems; helping to troubleshoot and resolve network problems; maintaining Meditech servers and Meditech-related hardware; monitoring and maintaining Meditech operating system and communications devices. Bachelors Degree in computer-related discipline or equivalent experience required. Must have knowledge of PCs, PC operating systems, networks, network operating systems, networking protocols and topologies, and servers. Experience working as a PC or Network Support Specialist in a heterogeneous software environment with multiple workstations/nodes in a Windows local area network for at least 2 years is required. Position will involve local travel. FULL-TIME POSITION / MON. – FRI. / DAYS
Medical Affairs
MEDICAL STAFF MANAGER
Responsibilities include completing credentials for each applicant applying for Medical Staff and / or Allied Health Privileges. Communicates with applicants for participating facilities via telephone, fax, mail/e-mail, and in-person. Enters Physician and Allied Health Professional information into Meditech in a timely manner. Creates appropriate revisions of credentialing processes and forms that reflect changes to credentialing standards mandated by the Joint Commission and any other applicable governmental and/or regulatory body. Verifies licensure(s), references, and coordinates application and reapplication process for any applicant to the Medical and/or Allied Health Professional Staff. Reviews files and database frequently to ensure reapplication materials are mailed to physicians in a timely manner. Have completed files available to Credentials Committee, Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body Committee Meetings. Prepares and maintains Medical Affairs Office Budget. Supervises staff in the Credentialing processes. Bachelor degree and / or higher education preferred. At least three to six years of Medical Affairs and Credentialing experience in a hospital setting.
Experience working with physicians, administration and other similar professionals. CPCS and/or CPMSM preferred.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Responsible for assisting the Medical Affairs Manager and Coordinator in the staff credentialing process for Staff Members, Allied Health Personnel and Fellowship applications. Assists in gathering necessary verification from several state agencies in order to approve credentialing applications. Data entry, answering and screening phone calls, preparing meeting agendas, coordinate staff mailings, processing mail, filing/sending files to storage, and other office functions required by the Medical Affairs Office. Assists in the completion of verification between facilities. Candidate must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent; college coursework preferred. Must have a minimum of two years clerical experience using computers, phones and doing data entry. Experience working with physician or other similar professionals required; credentialing experience strongly preferred with knowledge of Medical Staff Standards as per Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements. FULL-TIME POSITION / DAYS
Department of Nursing - Amb/Surg - 5th Floor
NURSING CARE COORDINATOR
Responsibilities include coordinating, implementing and evaluating nursing care and practice within a specific unit on a 24 hour basis. Maintaining standards of nursing care and practice by supervising and evaluating unit personnel. Also to promote the philosophy and objectives of the Nursing Department at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. BSN preferred. BCLS / ACLS / PALS certification required. Baccalaureate degree required, Masters Degree preferred. Current NY State nursing license/registration required. Graduate of an accredited progam of nursing education. Two years previous proven experience and expertise in a first line managemnet position commensurate with the unit's clinical demands preferred. IV/EKG certified or with prior training. Must be available to work flexible hours. Computer Knowledge, Management/Supervisor experience in hospital setting preferred. Bilingual preferred. FULL-TIME POSITION / FLEXIBLE HOURS
NURSING ASSISTANT - 5TH FL
Responsibilities include providing nursing care under supervision of Registered Nurse(s) that is consistent with the Philosophy and goals of the Nursing department and patient care unit. Transport of post-anesthesia patients; Assists in clerical functions and assist in additional assignments as determined by Nurse in charge. May be floated or cross-trained to other patient’s units. Must be computer literate. Nursing Assistant Certification, High School Diploma, basic heart support, BCLS or HeartSaver required. Certification of EKG and Phlebotomy required. Hospital related experience preferred. FULL-TIME POSITION
NURSING ASSISTANT - 5TH FL
Responsibilities include providing nursing care under supervision of Registered Nurse(s) that is consistent with the Philosophy and goals of the Nursing department and patient care unit. Transport of post-anesthesia patients; Assists in clerical functions and assist in additional assignments as determined by Nurse in charge. May be floated or cross-trained to other patient’s units. Must be computer literate. Nursing Assistant Certification, High School Diploma, basic heart support, BCLS or HeartSaver required. Certification of EKG and Phlebotomy required. Hospital related experience preferred. PER-DIEM POSITION
Department of Nursing - Med/Surg - 7th Floor
NURSING CARE COORDINATOR
Responsibilities include coordinating, implementing and evaluating nursing care and practice within a specific unit on a 24 hour basis. Maintaining standards of nursing care and practice by supervising and evaluating unit personnel. Also to promote the philosophy and objectives of the Nursing Department at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. BSN / BCLS / ACLS / PALS certification required. Baccalaureate Degree required, Masters Degree preferred. Current NY State nursing license/registration required. Two year's previous proven experience and expertise in a first line management position commensurate with the unit's clinical demands preferred. Computer knowledge and skills. FULL-TIME POSITION / FLEXIBLE HOURS
NURSING ASSISTANT - 7TH FL
Responsibilities include providing nursing care under supervision of Registered Nurse(s) that is consistent with the Philosophy and goals of the Nursing department and patient care unit. Transport of post-anesthesia patients; Assists in clerical functions and assist in additional assignments as determined by Nurse in charge. May be floated or cross-trained to other patient’s units. Must be computer literate. Nursing Assistant Certification, High School Diploma, basic heart support, BCLS or HeartSaver required. Certification of EKG and Phlebotomy required. Hospital related experience preferred. PER-DIEM POSITIONS / FLEXIBLE HOURS
Department of Nursing - Administration
RELIEF ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
Responsibilities include, but not limited to, providing coordination, integration and facilitation of clinical and administrative services for the divisions of nursing and the other hospital services in the absence of the Vice President and/or Division Director of Patient Care Services or other department managers. RN / BSN required. Current NY State license/registration required. Master’s Degree preferred. Med-Surg/ER experience in a hospital setting preferred. Management experience preferred. PER-DIEM POSITION / MON. – FRI. / FLEXIBLE HOURS
Department of Nursing - Perioperative Services
NURSING ASSISTANT - 4TH FLOOR OR
Responsibilities include providing nursing care under supervision of Registered Nurse(s) that is consistent with the Philosophy and goals of the Nursing department and patient care unit. Transport of post-anesthesia patients; Assists in clerical functions and assist in additional assignments as determined by Nurse in charge. May be floated or cross-trained to other patient’s units. Must be computer literate. Nursing Assistant Certification, High School Diploma, basic heart support, BCLS or HeartSaver required. Certification of EKG and Phlebotomy required. Hospital related experience preferred. PER-DIEM POSITION / FLEXIBLE HOURS
OPERATING ROOM TECHNICIAN - 4TH FLOOR OR
Responsibilities include the provision of comprehensive care to a group of patients via the nursing process and providing care that is consistent with the philosophy and goals of the Nursing Department and the patient care unit. Current NY State nursing license/registration and BCLS required. BSN preferred. Computer knowledge preferred. Previous OR experience required. PER-DIEM POSITIONS / FLEXIBLE HOURS
NURSING CARE COORDINATOR - 2ND FLOOR OR
Responsibilities include coordinating, implementing and evaluating nursing care and practice within a specific unit on a 24 hour basis. Maintaining standards of nursing care and practice by supervising and evaluating unit personnel. Also to promote the philosophy and objectives of the Nursing Department at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. BSN / BCLS / ACLS / PALS certification required. Baccalaureate Degree required, Masters Degree preferred. Current NY State nursing license/registration required. Two year's previous proven experience and expertise in a first line management position commensurate with the unit's clinical demands preferred. Computer knowledge and skills. FULL-TIME POSITION / DAYS
Ophthalmology
RESIDENCY PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Responsibilities include coordinating all residents' morning conference schedules to include food service requests, reservations, distribution, follow-up scheduled events and lectures. Providing administrative support to the Residency Director. Handling all payroll, conference attendance, on-call schedules, etc. Maintaining files on all current Residents, Fellows and Alumni in compliance with the Residency Review Committee. Answering phone inquiries regarding the Residency program and be knowledgeable about the program. College Degree or related experience. Management experience required. Excellent computer, organizational, and communication skills required. FULL-TIME POSITION / DAYS
OPHTHALMOLOGY ADMINISTRATOR
Major responsibilities include the management of the Ophthalmology Faculty Practice, Residency Training Program, and Clinical Research Center, as well as the development and management of physician satellite offices, ambulatory surgery centers, philanthropic activities, and physician recruitment. Responsible for departmental operations, fiscal management, strategic initiatives, Human Resources operations, liaising with medical school affiliate, and assisting practice managers to facilitate successful practices. Bachelors Degree required, Masters Degree in Healthcare or Business Administration preferred. Must have experience managing a large multi-specialty practice, residency program, and clinical research team, and experience in budgeting, P&L, market and financial analysis, physician recruitment and philanthropy. Departmental Administrator experience recommended. Must have demonstrated written and oral communication as well as excellent presentation skills. Must be self-motivated and possess strategic and analytical abilities. Must take initiative to identify and resolve complex issues. Computer literacy experience is also required.
FULL-TIME POSITION / MON - FRI / 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Ophthalmology Faculty Practice
MEDICAL SECRETARY
Responsibilities include word processing and administrative support for faculty practice physicians. Maintain smooth functioning of physician’s practices. Scheduling appointments for surgery, preauthorizations, handling triage phone calls, filing. Must be proficient in WordPerfect, Windows, Excel or similar. Prior experience in health care setting required. High School diploma is required and Bachelor’s degree preferred. FULL-TIME POSITION / MON. – FRI. / FLEXIBLE HOURS
BILLER
Responsibilities include entering charges and posting payments in a timely fashion and using of ICD / CPT coding procedures appropriately. Answering patient questions directly by phone, mail, etc. 2-3 plus years of related experience in a medical setting. Knowledge of 3rd party billing systems and ICD / CPT coding. Bachelors Degree preferred. FULL-TIME POSITION / DAYS
Otolaryngology
RESIDENCY PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Responsibilities include answering phones regarding the residency, and be knowledgeable of the program. Assisting the administrative chief resident with all residency related activities. Processing payment vouchers for residency related expenses. Liaison between the department and other Medical Centers where our residents rotate. Maintaining files on all current residents and alumni in compliance with residency review committee. Coordinate ongoing update of documentation for ACGME Accreditation of residency. Registering all students and submit evaluation to NY Medical College. Coordinating medical students rotations and orientation of rotating medical students. Coordination of residency graduate events. Provide cross coverage for secretarial staff lunchtime and reasonable absences. Manages and tracks physicians expenditures related to conferences, dues and subscriptions. 3+ years residency coordination experience required, Bachelors Degree preferred, excellent communication and organizational skills, computer proficiency.FULL-TIME POSITION
PHYSICIAN TEAM MEMBER - FOREST HILLS OFFICE
Primarily responsible for handling all phone interactions associated with team physician. Responsibilities include checking patients in/out, exam room preparation, patient services, preparing patient data, preparing charts, and running reports. Will also provide coverage for other staff members. Must have Bachelor’s Degree, Medical Assistant Certificate, OR 3+ years experience in customer care setting with at least 1 year in a busy multi-physician office environment. Otolaryngology office experience preferred. Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment required. Strong multi-tasking skills required. Must have good computer skills, working knowledge of Medical Manager, MS Office and Meditech Software(s) preferred. Excellent verbal, written and communication skills required. Must possess High School Diploma or equivalent. Completed college coursework preferred. Bilingual preferred. FULL-TIME POSITION
PHYSICIAN TEAM MEMBER - BROOKLN OFFICE
Primarily responsible for handling all phone interactions associated with team physician. Responsibilities include checking patients in/out, exam room preparation, patient services, preparing patient data, preparing charts, and running reports. Will also provide coverage for other staff members. Must have Bachelor’s Degree, Medical Assistant Certificate, OR 3+ years experience in customer care setting with at least 1 year in a busy multi-physician office environment. Otolaryngology office experience preferred. Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment required. Strong multi-tasking skills required. Must have good computer skills, working knowledge of Medical Manager, MS Office and Meditech Software(s) preferred. Excellent verbal, written and communication skills required. Must possess High School Diploma or equivalent. Completed college coursework preferred. Bilingual preferred. FULL-TIME POSITION
PHYSICIAN TEAM MEMBER
Primarily responsible for handling all phone interactions associated with team physician. Responsibilities include checking patients in/out, exam room preparation, patient services, preparing patient data, preparing charts, and running reports. Will also provide coverage for other staff members. Must have Bachelor’s Degree, Medical Assistant Certificate, OR 3+ years experience in customer care setting with at least 1 year in a busy multi-physician office environment. Otolaryngology office experience preferred. Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment required. Strong multi-tasking skills required. Must have good computer skills, working knowledge of Medical Manager, MS Office and Meditech Software(s) preferred. Excellent verbal, written and communication skills required. Must possess High School Diploma or equivalent. Completed college coursework preferred. Bilingual preferred. FULL-TIME POSITION
Plant Operations
MECHANIC
Troubleshoot and repair of buildings and installed systems to include: plumbing and electrical systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, door hardware, light carpentry, grounds equipment and HVAC. Clean, lubricate and service a wide variety of pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, electrical, mechanical and hydraulic devices. Assist with installation and modification of building equipment systems. Respond immediately to emergency situations. Inspect buildings, grounds and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions. 5 years related trade experience in a building-related trade preferred / 3 years hospital maintenance experience preferred. Strong knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and ground maintenance required. PER-DIEM POSITON
Social Services
SOCIAL WORKER
Responsibilities include engaging in short term counseling and crisis intervention with patients covering a wide age range. Coordinating discharge planning services and collaborating with multidisciplinary team. Recruiting for and facilitating support group activities. Participating in performance initiatives and program development. Opportunity to supervise graduate level social work interns and administrative assistants. A minimum of one year social work experience in a health care setting. LMSW or LCSW required. Experience with overseeing staff and office functions preferred. Seminar in Field Instruction Training helpful. Master’s Degree required. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus. FULL-TIME POSITION / DAYS/ 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Telecommunications
SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR
Responsibilities include maintaining all incoming and outgoing calls. (i.e. beep, voice page and log business calls). Be prepared for all emergencies, alerts, eye trauma, blood bank, freezer alarms, fire alarms, oxygen and nitrous oxide gases. Good communication skills. High School Diploma or Equivalency Diploma. PER-DIEM POSITION
Contact Information
Human Resources
The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
310 E. 14th Street
New
York, NY 10003
Employment Hotline: (212) 979-4581
FAX: (212) 979-4074
resumes@nyee.edu
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