The Discharge Planner / Case Manager, RN conducts admission, concurrent with retrospective utilization reviews for all assigned patients. This individual communicates with payers, physicians and the VP of Nursing Services, to facilitate appropriate admissions and discharges, and to promote a high quality of care while preventing under-utilization and over-utilization of hospital resources. This person conducts discharge-planning activities for assigned patients and completes data collection This person also is responsible for an active utilization review of all patient admissions and discharges, collaborates and facilitates on all Swing Bed admissions, maintains an active re-admission review program, and works closely with the VP of Nursing Services and the Nursing Leadership team to improve patient outcomes.
Qualifications are: Possess a Montana Register Nurse degree through accredited program. Current Montana R.N. license
2 years acute care experience, Training in patient assessment and identification of patient needs, a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and a Current BLS or CPR certification (required), ACLS, PALS, NRP, and TNCC and as indicated by work area, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (required within two years of hire).
This position offers full time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401k opportunities, and life, health and Aflac insurance. Sign on Bonus, relocation assistance, and Student Loan repayment are available. Interest parties should contact Elaine Long, VP of nursing at 406-653-6579. Applications are available at all facilities. Applications must be returned in person to Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at Trinity Hospital.
The Medicaid Biller is responsible for the accurate completion and submission of Medicaid claims, and the Medicaid Ambulance claims for all campuses. Is acutely knowledgeable of the regulations involving Medicaid billing and is knowledgeable of the regulations regarding Passport to Health. Accurately and completely builds all UB forms and submits all claims to Medicaid and submits ambulance claims from all campuses. Completes all follow up of accounts and is also responsible for secondary billing, scanning documents as necessary. Assists patients with payment questions. Requests information necessary form patient and or agencies. Responds to all inquiries in a timely manner and obtains appropriate authorization to obtain information on patient's behalf.
Qualifications include G.E.D. or High School Diploma, Preferable to have minimum of two years' experience in bookkeeping or accounting practices. Must have Computer experience. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life and Aflac insurance.
This position offers full time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401k opportunities, and life, health, and Aflac insurance. Interest parties should contact Mary Hoversland, Business Office Manager at 406-653-6530. Applications are available at all facilities. Applications must be returned in person to Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at Trinity Hospital.
The Medicare Biller is responsible for the proper transmission and follow-up of all Medicare claims, hospital, swing beds, and nursing home, assuring proper patient billing information including checking of coding and billing of medical supplies and coordinates with the extended campuses to assure proper and accurate billing information. Is responsible for the timely transmission of patient accounts., electronic billing, downloading, and sending for all insurances, Medicaid, and Medicare. Does Medicare ERA receiving and uploads for all facilities. Posts NH and hospital ERA for Medicare and does DDE corrections and request for info for all facilities. Takes care of all credit balances and rebilling for Medicare patients and scans documentation into computer system as necessary. Maintains QuickBooks system for Poplar NH-Swing Beds patients and completes the follow-up on accounts. Provides Supervisor with a written, accurate accounting of any unpaid claims. Is responsible for assisting patients with questions regarding the billing process and status of claim and obtains appropriate authorization to obtain information on a patient's behalf.
Qualifications include: G.E.D. or High School Diploma, Preferable to have minimum of two years' experience in bookkeeping or accounting practices. Must have Computer experience. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life and Aflac insurance.
This position offers full time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401k opportunities, and life, health, and Aflac insurance.Interest parties should contact Mary Hoversland, Business Office Manager at 406-653-6530. Applications are available at all facilities. Applications must be returned in person to Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at Trinity Hospital.
NEMHS is currently accepting applications for a full-time Care Coordinator Meadowlark. The Care Navigator.
Meadowlark's primary responsibility is to assist in the overall management of Northeast Montana Health Services (NEMHS) patients, particularly those with prenatal and postnatal care.
Requirements: Registered Nurse Degree
Will have up to date training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain within three (3) months if not current at hire.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record for insurance purposes.
Must be able to travel between facilities.
Preferred: Experience and/or knowledge of working in Rural Health/Critical Access Hospital Setting is preferred.
This position offers full benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, and life, health, and Aflac insurance. Interested parties should contact Lauri Handy, VP of Clinics at 406-768-6105 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for a Full-Time Director of Laboratory Services. The Laboratory Director is responsible for the management of all laboratory resources from staff to equipment to supplies.
The Director of Laboratory Services oversees the laboratory processes, performances, and interpretations of all testing within the Laboratory. The Director of Laboratory Services is responsible for the safe delivery of lab services on a 24/7 basis which includes patient care and legally working equipment. The Director of the Laboratory will establish adequate staffing plans for the NEMHS Laboratories provide staff orientation and competency training for all staff members, and train and mentor Medical Technologists to assume more supervisory duties. Requires exceptional leadership and laboratory skills along with knowledge of regulatory agencies. Must be currently licensed in the State of Montana as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist and be certified with one or more of the following national professional associations: ASCP, NCA or AMT. At least 5+ years of experience in a clinical laboratory is required. Previous experience in a clinical lab with progressively more responsible experience within the General Laboratory.
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details, contact Roger Fisher, COO at 406-653-6437 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for Full Time Registered Nurses. Qualifications Required: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Current RN license from Montana State Board of Nursing, and Current Basic Life Support certification
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life and Aflac insurance. For details, contact Elaine Long, VP of Nursing Services at 406-653-6579 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
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We are currently accepting applications for Full Time LPN's. Qualifications Required: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Current LPN license from Montana State Board of Nursing, and Current Basic Life Support certification. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life and Aflac insurance. For details, contact Patsy White, DON at 406-653-6410 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for a Certified Nurse's Aides. Qualifications - Must be at least 16 years old and have a license issued by the Department of Public Health and Human Services. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details, contact Patsy White at 406-653-6410 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for a Dependable Full Time Cook for Faith Home and Poplar Hospital. Must be at least 16 years of age and available to work evenings and weekends. Driver's License preferred. The Cook Prepares and cooks various food items in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as NEMHS-established policies and procedures. Dietary Aides prepare dining rooms and tables, provide meal service to residents and maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining and kitchen areas. For details, please contact Trinisha Lawson with any questions at 406-653-6417 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for full time Nurse Aides at Trinity Hospital and at Poplar Community Hospital. Qualifications include a High school education or equivalent, certification or experience in healthcare is not required, but preferred. This position offers health and life insurance, vacation and sick time, flexible scheduling and a competitive salary. For details for Trinity Hospital contact Tacy Strand at 406-653-6531 or for details for Poplar Hospital contact Nicole Paulson at 406-768-6127 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
Hours: Full Time or Part Time, 2-4 days a week, day shift. On-call required.
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience. A bonus is offered for call pay during the weekends and the hourly call pay is higher for weekends and holidays.
Requirements: Must possess an RN degree through an accredited nursing program and must be licensed by the State of Montana Board of Nursing. 1+ years of general nursing experience preferred. CNOR is preferred but not required. Current BLS required ACLS preferred. We will provide additional certification classes after the probationary period is complete.
Job Summary: The RN Circulator provides patient-specific care to patients during the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases within this specialty area of nursing. The RN Circulator is accountable for the coordination of care of the patients going into the OR (Operating Room), PACU (post-anesthesia care unit or recovery room), and GI Lab (Endoscopy). The RN Circulator will also assist in Sterile Processing and inventory maintenance within the Surgery Department as needed. Training will be provided in all areas. The RN Circulator will maintain consideration based on the culture-specific needs of the patient. Utilization of evidenced-based nursing and promoting a safe environment for the patients in the perioperative phases. The RN Circulator will advocate for the patient while maintaining professional communication with other members of the surgical team.
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance. Sign-on bonus and student loan repayment are also available. For details, contact Kara Knodel, OR Supervisor at 406-653-6540 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
Hours: Full Time or Part Time, 2-4 days a week, day shift. On-call required.
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience. A bonus is offered for call pay during the weekends and the hourly call pay is higher for weekends and holidays.
Requirements: On-the-job training is provided for the right candidates, certification is preferred.
Job Summary: The Surgical Technologist (ST) performs duties within the perioperative phases of care. The ST will perform a sterile scrub prior to surgery, set up instruments using proper sterile technique, and pass instruments to the surgical team during surgeries. The ST will be knowledgeable regarding the proper transport of instruments as well as ensuring that all surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment are properly decontaminated, inspected, sterilized, and stored after the surgery is completed. The ST will assist with non-surgical procedures, within their scope of practice, which includes procedures in the GI Lab. The ST will perform other duties as assigned while maintaining professional communication with members of the surgical team. The ST will assist in checking monthly outdates throughout the facility and sterilize instruments used in other departments when outdates are identified.
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance. Sign-on bonus and student loan repayment are also available. For details, contact Kara Knodel, OR Supervisor at 406-653-6540 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
We are currently accepting applications for EMT's and Ambulance Drivers. Qualifications for EMT's are a current Driver's License, a current CPR Certification and must be a currently licensed, EMT preferred or FRA acceptable. Qualifications for Drivers are a current Driver's License and a current CPR Certification.
For details, contact Nonette Brow, VP of Clinical Support Services at 406-768-6143 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating the results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. Also responsible for daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the reporting of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). Applicant must be willing to train current staff. Must be licensed by the state of Montana and ARRT certified. Hours are varied, but mostly include day shift with one night a week of call and approximately every 6th weekend. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details contact Monica Hanson, Radiology Director at 406-653-6596 or Julie Kauffold, HR Director at 406-653-6582.
The Radiologic Technologist is responsible to efficiently and accurately completing radiographic and / or CT studies as ordered by the Health Care Provider and Radiologist utilizing Quality Control Standards and as per State and Federal regulations. Applicant must be licensed by the state of Montana and ARRT certified. Hours are varied, but mostly include day shift with one night a week of call and approximately every 6th weekend. This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details contact Monica Hanson, Radiology Director at 406-653-6596 or Julie Kauffold, HR Director at 406-653-6582.
NEMHS is currently seeking a Physical Therapist to join this hometown established practice to provide expert physical therapy to patients with injuries or illnesses to help them improve movement, manage pain, and/or prevent the loss of mobility
Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program with a baccalaureate, master's, or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy and successful passage of the national licensure exam. DPT degree preferred.
Sign-on bonus, Moving reimbursement, and Student Loan Repayment.
Partially flexible schedule: Monday through Friday
For further details contact Roger Fisher, COO at 406-653-6437 or email rfisher@nemhs.net
NEMHS is currently accepting applications for a Full Time Insurance Clerk for the billing department at Trinity Hospital. Qualifications include G.E.D. or High School Diploma, computer experience preferred, and helpful if applicants know medical terminology. The schedule will be 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. This position offers full benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, and life, health, and Aflac insurance. Interested parties should contact Mary Hoversland, Business Office Director at 406-653-6530 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources 406-653-6582.
NEMHS is currently accepting applications for an Environmental Services Site Manager at Trinity Hospital - Three years' experience preferable in an environmental service department and must be able to work flexible hours.
The primary purpose of this job position is to perform the day-to-day functions of the housekeeping department in accordance with Federal, State, and Local Regulations and the regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by your supervisor, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.
This position offers full-time benefits, including vacation and sick pay, 401(k) opportunities, as well as Health, Life, and Aflac insurance, and a competitive salary. For details, contact Skylar Fisher at 406-942-0771 or Julie Kauffold, Director of Human Resources at 406-653-6582.