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This position is responsible for performing paralegal duties related to legal transactions for the Community Energy Department, requiring both sound judgment and good technical skills. These duties may include, but are not limited to, drafting, reviewing and editing a variety of contracts, resolutions and ordinances, coordination with City or other government departments or agencies, involvement in the City Council agenda process, and responding to public record act requests. Additional consideration will be given to individuals with public or private utilities field experience. This person will be analytical, thorough and detail-oriented and have familiarity with utility regulatory compliance and utility contracting. Incumbents must be proficient in the use of personal computers and able to work with various types of software in the Windows environment.

Depending upon qualifications, the successful candidate may be hired at the Legal Analyst I or Legal Analyst II level. The annual salary range for a Legal Analyst I is $67,121.60 to $81,619.20, and the annual salary range for a Legal Analyst II is $73,257.60 to $89,044.80.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment

SENIOR MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR I/II

CLOSE DATE: Friday, June 1st, 2018


SALARY RANGE:
I –  $25.15-$30.57 Per Hour
II – $27.78-$33.77 Per Hour
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)
 

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by

5:00 P.M., Friday, June 1st, 2018
 

THE POSITION
The Senior Mental Health Counselor I/II position at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency performs a variety of complex professional duties in the provision of outpatient and crisis mental health services to individuals and groups in the Behavioral Health Division. The Senior Mental Health Counselor II is distinguished from the Senior Mental Health Counselor I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, requiring attainment of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage Family Therapist License. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next twelve (12) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:       

I - Some professional experience in the provision of psychiatric social services, counseling or substance abuse counseling.
 

II - Two years of professional experience in the provision of psychiatric social services, counseling or substance abuse counseling.

Training:           

I/II - Master’s degree in psychology, behavioral science, social work or related area.

License or Certificate:   

I - Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license.  Intern number from the Board of Behavioral Science or Board of Psychology as specified in the Business and Professional Code Section 4980.44.

II - Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist license.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.



APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                         *    Cover Letter


It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Friday, June 1, 2018.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.

Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street
Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: There is no residence requirement except certain positions may require the employee to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
 

This position is responsible for performing transactional paralegal duties requiring both sound judgment and good technical skills. These duties may include, but are not limited to, drafting, reviewing and editing a variety of contracts, resolutions and ordinances, coordination with City or other government departments or agencies, involvement in the City Council agenda process, and responding to public record act requests. The skill level of this position places strong emphasis on accuracy, quality, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills. Incumbents must be proficient in the use of personal computers and able to work with various types of software in the Windows environment.

Depending upon qualifications, the successful candidate may be hired at the Legal Analyst I or Legal Analyst II level. The annual salary range for a Legal Analyst I is $67121.60 to $81619.20 and the annual salary range for a Legal Analyst II is $73257.60 to $89044.80.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

County of San Mateo Health System is excited to be able to offer a unique job opportunity to well-qualified individuals for the position of Supervising Nurse Practitioner (Supervising NP) as part of the County of San Mateo Obstetrics and Gynecology team. This is a full-time, benefited position.
 
The successful hire will receive direction from the Medical Director of Specialty Care and will exercise supervision over assigned Obstetrics and Gynecology NPs, who are located in three clinics (San Mateo Main Campus, Coastside Clinic, and Fair Oaks Health Center). The supervisory scope includes quality improvement, program development, on-site and remote supervision of nurse practitioners, and continuing partnership with the contracted Obstetrics and Gynecology group. This classification is distinguished from the Nurse Practitioner Series for having full administrative supervisory responsibility over other Nurse Practitioners. Clinical supervision of assigned staff is provided by the medical director, supervising physician, contracted physician and/or manager.
 
The Practitioner will work within all clinical areas that serve our Obstetrics and Gynecology patients. Work may include both clinical and administration support throughout San Mateo Medical Center. San Mateo Medical Center is a fully accredited acute/long term care/teaching hospital whose vision is to help every patient live the healthiest life possible. We are an integrated health care delivery system offering primary care, specialty, ancillary, inpatient, long term care and emergency services connected through a unified leadership structure and integrated IT systems. We use Lean methodology as the core of all our improvement work and we strive to create a community of engaged problem solvers.
 
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skill and success in all or most of the following areas:

• Communication and Consensus Building: has experience bringing diverse viewpoints and stakeholders together successfully to accomplish goals, and commands the trust and respect of others.
• Vision, Initiative, and Innovation: has a keen interest in team based care and creating a positive patient experience, and has demonstrated innovation and initiative in realizing that vision.
• Project Management and Teamwork: has overseen and led complex projects and coordinated interdisciplinary teams.
• Supervision and mentoring: has significant experience in supervising and mentoring others.
• At least two years of experience as a Practitioner, ideally in an Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic, a minimum of six months of lead or supervisory experience overseeing clinic care.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties: 
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work with our contracted Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician group in establishing and meeting quality metrics and goals for patient care
• Establishing workflow process and standardizing the clinical practice throughout San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) system.
• Supervise the Nurse Practitioners that work in the all Obstetrics and Gynecology clinics in SMMC, this includes selection, performance evaluation, and corrective action.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, hospital staff, community organizations and others.
• Work with our Quality process (LEAP) to have meaningful, data driven improvements in work flow and quality.
• Work with Core team in each location to standardize and ensure best use of resources to meet patient quality care.
• Work with referring providers to improve referring patterns and communications throughout SMMC.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 
Knowledge of: Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation, as well as hiring and selection; principles, practices and procedures used in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of common health problems as related to the clinical specialty; laws, statutes, codes, and regulations related to the specialty area which govern health service providers, and Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements; fundamentals of clinical medicine as related to the clinical specialty of the Clinic or Service; drugs commonly used in the area of specialty including the indications of their use, anticipated therapeutic effect, side effects and untoward reactions and contraindications; safety and infection control practices and procedures; normal and abnormal values of laboratory tests and their clinical significance; operations and care of medical equipment and instruments used in the area of specialty; laws and regulations pertinent to the practice of nursing and medicine applicable to assigned specialty; community resources and referral systems; and provisions of the Nurse Practice Act. 

Skill/Ability to: Supervise and coordinate administrative and operational activities related to assigned clinic or program; coordinate activities with other departments or programs within the Medical Center and the County; direct and participate in the analysis of a wide variety of moderate to complex operational problems and make effective operational and/or procedural recommendations; interpret policies, guidelines and procedures; develop recommendations for improvements, as necessary; supervise, evaluate and train assigned personnel; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; assess the health status of patients; provide health care services including the taking of a complete medical history, doing complete physical examination and other related clinical procedures; identify and manage health problems common in the area of specialty; develop and implement treatment plans for patients according to policies and protocol; analyze and interpret health information/data including results of laboratory testing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, professional staff and others; follow safety practices and procedures; and maintain accurate records and preparing reports. 

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of practice within specialty area or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
 
Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse.
• Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Nurse Practitioner Certification.
• Possession of a California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Furnishing Number.
• Possession of a DEA Number.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
Thorough and detailed responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

San Mateo Medical Center is currently seeking one Full-Time Extra Help Case Management Nurse to focus on Utilization Review and Discharge Planning.

At San Mateo Medical Center, we are always seeking ways to enhance the already impressive services we offer. This dedication to excellence is reflected in the exceptional care we provide and the extraordinary professionals who provide it. Here, you will have the chance to develop your talents with a skilled team of people who actively support and encourage each other's success. If you are ready to open new doors for your career, join us today!

The Case Management Nurse will manage patient admission and ongoing stay reviews for patients with chronic or complicated medical conditions; work closely with patients and their loved ones and interdisciplinary team to evaluate patients' needs and come up with a comprehensive discharge plan that speaks to their preferences and goals; oversee appeals with third-party payors; and initiate and coordinate complex discharge plans. The incumbent will be responsible for retrospective and concurrent Utilization Review activities and for monitoring documentation, accuracy, and clinical compliance, in accordance with State and Federal regulations. In conjunction with other members of the health care team, the Case Management Nurse is accountable for timely coordination of quality health care services to meet the patient's health care needs across the continuum of care. This position requires knowledge of the development stages, as services are provided to infant, children, adolescent, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.

The ideal candidate will possess one or more of the following:

• At least six months of recent, direct, and proven experience in Nurse Case Management in an acute care setting.
• Experience with industry published standards of level of care (i.e. InterQual or Milliman, etc.).
• A Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
• Experience working with diverse, underserved populations.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties: 
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Identify problem situations or patient care issues; analyze, interpret, advise and consult with staff and other health care professionals to provide high quality, contemporary care. 
• Interpret and modify the system of patient care delivered by evaluating and reviewing standard practices and initiating new procedures.
• Provide consultation and guidance to all levels of the nursing staff pertinent to patient care problems within the field of specialty. 
• Advise the nursing staff in the establishment and maintenance of records of treatments given and the related progress of each patient for the purpose of analyzing patterns, synthesizing actions and evaluating patient care plans. 
• Resolve unusual or unique patient care problems or situations, which require analytical, interpretative and constructive thinking.
• Formulate and develop plans, procedures and program content designed to meet specifically identified training/educational needs of nursing staff.
• Conduct formal classroom instruction in the more difficult or complex areas of nursing technology requiring a knowledge and understanding of the scientific principles and theoretical concepts underlying specific nursing procedures or techniques. 
• Formulate, and/or collaborate with other health care practitioners to identify relevant clinical problems and conduct research to bring about their resolution. 
• Communicate research findings by publication and presentation at professional meetings.
• Evaluate nursing research literature and own research findings for implementation and incorporation as appropriate, into patient care activities. 
• Prepare formal and informal descriptive articles in the specialty area for publication in national periodicals or for use in staff meetings. 
• Serve as role model and resource person for staff and members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 
Knowledge of: Advanced principles and practices in specialty areas; Nurse Practice Act; current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting; safety and infection control practices; clinical systems, supplies and equipment; modern principles, techniques, and procedures of nursing; medical terminology; use and maintenance of medical instruments and equipment; use and effects of medicines; public health principles; health promotion and disease prevention; medical research principles and practices; principles of training and education; Lean principles and methodologies; data abstraction and utilization; basic statistics for reporting purposes; report writing; and regulatory and accreditation requirements for assigned area.

Skill/Ability to: Provide leadership and direction to multi-disciplinary medical teams; give direction to staff; evaluate the work of others; develop and present training and continuing education programs; design, evaluate, construct and modify research models; carry out research and present findings; perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities; prepare clear and concise medical record documentation; write articles for publication on areas of specialty; identify problems or discrepancies and make suggestions for corrective actions; teach and orient staff; establish and maintain effective working relationship with patients and staff members; and communicate effectively.

Education and Experience:

• Associate Degree in Nursing with two years clinical experience including one year in a clinical specialty area, or 
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or a health related field with one year of clinical experience including six months in a clinical specialty area, or
• Masters degree in Nursing.

Licensure/Certification: Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse.

Additional Qualifications for Restricted Positions: 
Specific qualifications are required beyond those specified above for the assignments listed below.

Case Management Nurse - Must have knowledge of and verifiable experience in initiating and coordinating complex discharge plans, appeals for acute days and clinical denials and criteria for lower level license care. Must have experience with interpretation and application of health industry utilization review criteria. If designated for acute in-patient psychiatry, must have knowledge and verifiable experience in psychiatric patient treatment trajectory and the respective utilization review criteria.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.
 
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.
 

County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Yuba is recruiting for the position of Physical Therapist in the Health & Human Services Department. This stand-alone medical professional classification reports directly to the County's Health Officer. The CCS Physical Therapist performs physical therapy in a Medical Therapy Unit for the California Children's Services Program for physically disabled children and adolescents. The incumbent will work directly from a physician's prescription, which frequently allows considerable latitude in methods of treatment. Therapy plans are developed individually and in conjunction with other staff and carried out by incumbents. 

Examples of duties include screening, evaluating and treating patients for physical therapy services; developing long and short-term physical therapy plans as prescribed by physicians; administering diagnostic and prognostic tests to assist in developing a treatment plan and evaluating range of motion, sensation, and developmental levels; conferring with physicians, nursing staff and other physical and occupational therapists regarding proposed treatment plans; reviewing patient information, receiving requests for physical therapy, and logging in information; ensuring that all patient records are integrated and up-to-date; scheduling and coordinating appointments for physical therapy work as required. 

Do you enjoy working with a team of clinical professionals in a challenging, fast-paced environment? Do you pride yourself on solid leadership and interpersonal skills? Do you have proven experience and a thorough understanding of working in a clinical laboratory? If so, then the San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) Clinical Laboratory has an exciting career opportunity for you as a Clinical Laboratory Support Services Supervisor!

San Mateo Medical Center is a public hospital and clinic system fully accredited by The Joint Commission. The Medical Center operates outpatient clinics throughout San Mateo County and an acute-care hospital in San Mateo. The mission of San Mateo Medical Center is to "partner with patients to provide excellent care with compassion and respect." As part of an integrated Health System, the Medical Center serves the healthcare needs of all residents of San Mateo County, with an emphasis on education and prevention.

The Clinical Hospital Laboratory processes 1.4 million tests annually for the San Mateo Health System, which includes 11 outpatient clinics, acute and emergency care, and psychiatric and long term care units.

Reporting to the Laboratory Director, the Support Services Supervisor will be responsible for the supervision of 12-14 employees in the clinical lab, including front end processing and support staff, who are responsible for phlebotomy, specimen processing, and order entry. In addition to maintaining the lab's Quality Assurance plan, you will perform a variety of lab related functions, including maintaining inventory of supplies, ensuring appropriate and timely processing and delivery of specimens, and troubleshooting issues with orders and specimens.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• At least five years of increasing responsibility and experience in a clinical hospital laboratory.
• Laboratory experience as a lead, senior, level III, and/or supervisor.
• Thorough working knowledge of a clinical laboratory and challenges related to appropriate sample handling.
• Good communication skills, both orally and in writing. This includes active listening, ability to receive constructive criticism, ability to successfully create a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, and employee engagement.
• Working experience with new hire orientations and annual competencies.
• Experience creating work schedules and rotating assignments.
• Experience in documenting and investigating incidents, including report and policy writing, incident documentation, and corrective action plans.
• Knowledge of medical registration process and insurance verification.

Examples Of Duties: 
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, schedule, assign and review the work of front end processing and other support staff.
• Supervise, train and evaluate the work of assigned laboratory staff.
• Develop and recommend guidelines and policy changes that comply with regulatory, accrediting, and licensure requirements.
• Analyze production metrics and measure turnaround times.
• Monitor annual competencies and employee daily performance and hold monthly meetings.
• Maintain oversight over the appropriate and timely handling and delivery of specimen.
• Perform venipuncture, as needed.
• Oversee phlebotomy, students, specimen processing and reference lab send outs.
• Maintain supplies and inventory.
• Perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS 
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is five years of related experience.

Licensure/Certification: Must be qualified to perform phlebotomy in the State of California (this includes, but is not limited to, licenses such as CPT, MSA, MLT, CLS, etc.).

Knowledge of: Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning, scheduling, review and evaluation and employee training and discipline; clinical laboratory methods, techniques and operations related to orders processing and specimen collection; phlebotomy and specimen processing techniques; infection control principles and practices; laboratory and hospital safety practices and procedures; operation of laboratory equipment and instruments such as autoclaves, ovens, incubators and centrifuges; proper specimen labeling, aliquoting and centrifugation; proper methods for preparing slides; and proper and safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials.

Skill/Ability to: Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of others; train others in work procedures; make mathematical calculations using simple formulas including percentages and ratios; tactfully and patiently collect specimen from patients; perform venous and skin punctures to obtain blood samples for test purposes which may require direct patient care; evaluate and maintain quality control and proficiency testing; maintain accurate records and reports; comprehend and meticulously follow oral and written procedural and safety instructions contained in standard procedural manuals; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, physicians and the public.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current San Mateo County and San Mateo County Superior Court employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Continuous
Application Screening: TBD
Panel Interviews: TBD

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.
 

County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

San Mateo Medical Center is a public hospital and clinic system fully accredited by The Joint Commission. The Medical Center operates outpatient clinics throughout San Mateo County and an acute-care hospital in San Mateo. The mission of San Mateo Medical Center is to "partner with patients to provide excellent care with compassion and respect." As part of an integrated Health System, the Medical Center serves the healthcare needs of all residents of San Mateo County, with an emphasis on education and prevention.

The San Mateo Medical Center Laboratory is looking for experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientists to join our team! Positions are available for Clinical Lab Scientists/Medical Technologists in various shifts. Generalists are encouraged to apply as Clinical areas include hematology, chemistry, coagulation, and blood banking.

Under general supervision, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I/II (Medical Technologist/Generalist) will perform high and moderate complexity testing and oversee testing of medical laboratory technicians and specimen management by phlebotomists during their shift in order to provide data used in the diagnosis and therapeutic management of diseases.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist I is the journey level class in the medical technologist series with incumbents performing routine and specialized laboratory tests. This class is flexibly staffed with Clinical Laboratory Scientist II and incumbents are expected to advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating the required proficiency.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist II is the advanced journey level class in the medical technologist series with incumbents independently performing a variety of complex and specialized laboratory tests.

Possession of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (MTA) license issued by the State of California is required, and 2 - 5 years of experience in medical laboratory work as a licensed technologist is strongly preferred.

The ideal candidate will also possess:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology.
• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification.
• Experience with Manual Differentials, Microbiology and Blood Bank.

There are currently three vacancies:

1. 1 Full-Time Regular vacancy for the DAY shift (specializing in Blood Bank).
2. 1 Full-Time Regular vacancy for the NIGHT shift, which starts at 2300 hours.
3. 1 Part-Time Relief vacancy (variable shifts).

NOTE: The hourly wage for relief classifications is 5% above the rate for regular employees in the same classification.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform microbiological examinations on a variety of specimens using morphological, cultural, biochemical, and serological identification of micro-organisms.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of blood and urine using standard procedures.
• Perform routine hematological examinations such as complete blood count, coagulation studies, sedimentation rate, etc.
• Perform blood banking procedures including typing, grouping, and cross matching of blood for transfusion.
• Perform serological examinations using a variety of techniques on various clinical specimens.
• Prepare culture media, stains, reagents and stock solutions.
• Operate and care for laboratory equipment and assumes responsibility for preventive maintenance.
• Perform all quality control tests required by procedures and prepare quality control reports.
• Maintain records of laboratory results, quality control data, and laboratory procedures.
• Assist in laboratory quality assurance procedures, data gathering and problem-solving.
• Compile and prepare periodic reports.
• Assist in training and guiding laboratory assistants and paraprofessional employees, as well as teaching other technologists new procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: Current technology, principles and application of medical examinations such as those commonly used in biochemistry, microbiology, blood banking, serology and hematology; and operation and care of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.

Skill/Ability to: Perform serological, parasitological, bacteriological, and biochemical tests; make independent judgments in evaluating the validity of completed laboratory tests; maintain and analyze quality control programs; and follow written and oral directions, procedures or instructions.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist II: Two years of experience in medical laboratory work as a licensed technologist.
 

Licensure/Certification: Possession of a Clinical Laboratory Technologist license issued by the State of California.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
 

County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as a Psychiatrist I/II for the Adult Services. The Psychiatrist I/II will provide medical and psychiatric treatment and diagnostic services to clients in the caseload of Tri-City Mental Health Services (Tri-City) and provide collaborative work with a multidisciplinary team in a public mental health center, in an effort to provide integrated, effective, and high quality behavioral health care to the residents of Pomona, Claremont and La Verne with at least moderate to severe functional impairment due to mental illness. The Psychiatrist I/II will advise staff on appropriate treatment techniques for specific cases and examine and treat clients requiring difficult forms of psychiatric treatment.  The Psychiatrist I/II will report to the Medical Director.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Will be responsible for diagnosing & treatment of adults with severe and persistent mental illness;
• Provide medication monitoring and support services to adults 18 years or older with severe and persistent mental illness;
• Perform intake and diagnostic interviews on a scheduled and emergent basis;
• Participate in diagnostic staff evaluation of clients;
• Provide medical psychiatric treatment of clients;
• Maintain and disseminate medical records and reports in compliance with Federal, State and Agency regulations, including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act, Public Law 111-005 (“HITECH Act”);

Provide medical consultative services to the mental health services staff; lead team conferences and provide clinical direction in unit(s) to which assigned, etc.; other duties as assigned.

At San Mateo Medical Center, we are always seeking ways to enhance the already impressive services we offer. This dedication to excellence is reflected in the exceptional care we provide and the extraordinary professionals who provide it. Here, you'll have the chance to develop your talents with a skilled team of people who actively support and encourage each other's success. If you're ready to open new doors for your career, join us today!
 

We are currently seeking eight qualified and experienced Registered Nurses to work in our Medical-Surgical unit. We are currently looking to fill one full-time regular, two part-time regular, and four part-time extra help Medical-Surgical nurse positions, and one part-time Relief Nurse position.

Under direction, the incumbent will perform varied professional nursing duties with primary emphasis on professional nursing care for hospital or patients; treat and educate patients, their families and the public about various medical conditions; record medical histories and symptoms; perform diagnostic tests and analyze results; operate medical machinery; administer treatment and medications; assist with patient follow-up and rehabilitation; and perform other duties as assigned and required by assigned clinical setting. The incumbent will be responsible for the care of general medical-surgical patients, such as Telemetry, Oncology, and Pediatric patients.

The ideal candidate is fully competent to independently perform a full range of professional nursing duties and procedures that require the exercise of a high degree of clinical judgment. The ideal candidate will also maintain productive interpersonal relationships including nurse-nurse relationships and physician-nurse relationships. Additionally, they will provide care to patients after illness, injury or surgery or with acute health conditions. The incumbent will also attend to those who are being treated with pharmaceuticals (medications) to manage illness. Fluency in Spanish is preferred, but not required.? ACLS, PALS, and Chemotherapy Certification preferred and recent acute inpatient medical surgical experience for greater than 1 year is also preferred. 

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. Extra-help / relief assignments are at-will and the employee is paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help / relief positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help / relief workers are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the extra-help / relief assignment.

Examples Of Duties: 
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Complete patient assessments and triage; record patient histories, symptoms and observations.
• Establish and implement nursing care plans for each patient through assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
• Participate in patient case conferences and rounds. 
• Organize, assign and supervise duties and responsibilities of other staff members as a team leader; orient and teach new staff members of the nursing team and students. 
• Perform nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures. 
• Identify problems, assist in data gathering, propose solutions and participate in evaluation of quality assurance issues. 
• Work with patients and their families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referral. 
• Participate in educational programs to maintain level of expertise. 
• Participate in non-clinical assignments, which may include maintaining records, preparing reports and/or serving on special committees. 
• Maintain records and prepare reports. 
• Operate a variety of medical machinery and equipment. 
• Administer treatment and medications. 
• Maintain knowledge of outpatient resources. 
• Develop discharge plans for patients. 
• Perform related duties as assigned and as required by assigned work setting, as described below.  

Medical-Surgical Nurse

• Provide care to patients after illness, injury or surgery or with acute health conditions or patients who are being treated with pharmaceuticals.
• Record, assess and observe patient progress, reactions and symptoms.
• Assesses needs of patient and develop plan of care based on assessment.
• Check vital signs, give injections and perform catheterizations and Point of Care Testing.
• Coordinate referrals and interagency communication.
• Manage pain.
• Monitor patients in restraint and seclusion and maintain patient safety.
• Determine medical or psychiatric emergency need and provide intervention.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 
Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse or equivalent and a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Knowledge of:

• Nurse Practice Act.
• Current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting.
• Safety and infection control practices.
• Clinical systems, supplies and equipment.

Skill/Ability to:

• Nurse Practice Act.
• Perform nursing procedures required for assigned clinical setting.
• Comply with clinical procedures and policies.
• Maintain professional nurse-patient relationships.
• Communicate with and educate patients, families, and the public who come from a diverse background.
• Work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Follow safety practices.
• Assist in the instruction of other nursing and paraprofessional personnel.
• Bend, kneel and squat as needed.
• Occasionally use upper extremities to exert force to push and pull patients/objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
• Work in a busy environment.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 

Anyone may apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume or CV will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense. 
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

~ Tentative First Round Recruitment Schedule~
Closing Date: November 27, 2016
Application Screening: Week of November 28, 2016
Combined Panel/Departmental Interview:  Week of December 5, 2016
 
Effective July 1, 2014, the County of San Mateo will no longer require job applicants to disclose conviction history information until after the applicant successfully completes all examination phases for the recruitment. All passing applicants will receive instructions by email only from Human Resources staff to complete and submit a conviction history questionnaire online within a specified deadline of two business days. Failure to do so within the timeframe will disqualify you from the rest of the process. Please visit this link at http://hr.smcgov.org/conviction-information-applicants-faqs to find out more information about the conviction history questionnaire so that you can prepare accordingly.
 
Note: Positions in criminal justice agencies currently required by law to pass background checks are exempted from this bill, and applicants may be required to submit conviction information at the time of application.
 

San Mateo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer