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Job Description Position Title: Patient Service Representative (PSR) Remote independent contract worker position Competitive fee for service Flexibility – work around your schedule Lifesaving medical technology The Cardiac Management Solutions division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops products to protect and manage cardiac patients, including the LifeVest® wearable cardioverter defibrillator (WCD) and associated technologies. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. At ZOLL, your services will help to ensure cardiac patients get the life-saving therapy they need. To date, the LifeVest® has been worn by hundreds of thousands of patients and saved thousands of lives. Preferred Candidates include (not limited to): RN, EMT, Paramedic, EMS, Firefighter, PA, LPN, MA, Phlebotomy, RCIS, CVT, EKG Technician, etc. All candidates reviewed on an individual basis. Summary Description: The Cardiac Management Solutions division of ZOLL, manufacturer of the LifeVest®, is seeking a Patient Service Representative (PSR) in an independent contractor role to train patients on the use and care of LifeVest ®. LifeVest® is worn by patients at risk for sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), providing protection during their changing condition. It is lightweight and easy to wear, allowing patients to return to their common activities of daily living, while having the peace of mind that they are protected from SCA. This is the perfect opportunity for the health professional with patient care and teaching experience to supplement his or her income. A typical LifeVest® patient is in the hospital awaiting discharge, and the Patient Service Representative sets up the equipment and trains the patient and caregivers on the use and care of the device. They also follow up with patients as needed to assure patient understanding and satisfaction. PSRs retain the flexibility to accept or decline assignments as their schedules dictate. Most assignments can be scheduled during free time – before/after work, and on days off. Responsibilities: • Contact caregivers and family to schedule services, • Willingness to accept assignments which could include daytime, evenings, and/or weekends., • Travel to patient’s homes and health care facilities to provide services, • Train the patient and other caregivers of patient (if applicable) in the use of LifeVest®, • Program LifeVest® according to the prescribing physician’s orders, • Measure the patient and determine correct garment size, • Review with patient, and have patient sign, all necessary paperwork applicable to the service., • Transmit signed copy of the Patient Agreement and WEAR Checklist to ZOLL within 24 hours of the assignment, • Manage device and garment inventory, • Disclose family relationship with any potential referral source Qualifications: • Have 1 year patient care experience, • Patient experience must be in a paid professional environment (not family caregiver), • Patient experience must be documented on resume, • Completion of background check, • Florida and Ohio candidates must complete a level 2 screening, fee not paid by ZOLL, • Disclosure of personal NPI number (if applicable), • Valid driver’s license and car insurance and/or valid state ID, • Willingness to pay a $30 annual DME fee which is deducted from a completed Work Order, • Willingness to pay for additional vendor credentialing (i.e. RepTrax) if needed geographically Powered by JazzHR X89IadozRL

Job Description Description Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York — plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations, including The Heart Center, a leading provider of cardiology care. Non-acute care is offered through various affiliates, Summary: The hyperbaric chamber operator is an individual that has documentation of successful completion of a 40-hour National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT) – approved, Introductory Hyperbaric Medicine Course. The hyperbaric chamber operator assists in the provision of safe and therapeutic management of patient care to an assigned group of patients through the utilization Standards of Practice and policies and procedures and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Responsibilities: Primary Responsibilities • Assists in the coordination of hyperbaric patients., • Assists in the day-to-day operation of the hyperbaric facility., • Maintains competencies, continuing education, and certifications as appropriate to the position., • Performs patient care within the scope of practice as a Nurse (RN or LPN), Respiratory Therapist, EMT, Paramedic., • Keeps complete and accurate patient records as they pertain to assessment, treatments and documentation of care., • Participates in quality assurance programs as requested by the Clinical Nurse Manager or Program Medical Director., • Participates in the safety program., • Participates in organizational committees and task forces as requested., • Participates in the discussion and review of articles in the field of hyperbaric oxygen. Assessment • Assesses the patient’s level of functioning on admission, transfer and discharge. Differentiates findings from defined limits of normal., • Uses professional judgment in day-to-day problem solving and decision making. Seeks assistance from Clinical Nurse Manager and peers as needed. Assists others., • Assesses patient’s educational needs and develops a plan to meet these needs., • Assesses discharge needs and communicates to team members. Planning • Follows the plan of care in collaboration with the patient care team., • Provides care in consideration of length of stay and patient/family needs., • Reviews discharge care with patient/family/physician and other team members. Intervention • Administers medications and treatments according to patient needs, physician orders and policies, consistent with the scope of care for qualifying credential., • Participates in patient/family conferences as a member of the patient care team., • Utilizes patient teaching to provide new information to patient/family. Utilizes patient teaching according to policy., • Collaborates with Clinical Nurse Manager, physician, and other caregivers to provide effective patient care., • Makes rounds regularly on assigned patients., • Documents care on appropriate forms., • Assures patient and family care award of team members roles and introduces care team on admission., • Delegates tasks appropriately to team members. Evaluation • Evaluates patient’s response to treatment utilizing knowledge of disease process and patient’s story., • Evaluates patient’s progress on plan of care., • Evaluates patients continued learning needs and provides feedback to the Clinical Nurse Manager or designee Other • Demonstrates flexibility in meeting staffing needs of department., • Maintains clinical expertise in area of specialty., • Participates in performance improvement activities., • Maintains and Models Nuvance Health Values., • Demonstrates regular, reliable, and predictable attendance., • Performs other duties as required. Education Skills Experience • Must have a current and valid (state) license or certification in the respective field of qualifying credential (e.g., Registered Nurse, LPN, Respiratory Therapist, EMT or Paramedic), • Maintenance of National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT) qualifying credential, • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certificate, • Must have documentation of successful completing of a 40-hour National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT) – approved Introductory Hyperbaric Medicine Course., • Certification as a Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) successfully obtained within 365 days of eligibility. Eligibility as stated by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT)., • Should have at least 12 months of recent practical experience in clinical hyperbaric medicine, after meeting the entry-level qualifications and training requirements as delineated in this document for an entry-level hyperbaric technologist., • Should have a working understanding of the codes and regulations that govern the operation of a hyperbaric medicine facility. Location: Poughkeepsie-21 Fox Street Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours: 8.00 FTE: 0.010000 Work Schedule: Day 8 Work Shift: 7:30a-4p Org Unit: 1185 Department: Wound Care Ctr Exempt: No Grade: S7 Salary Range: $22.2500 - $41.3200 Hourly Working conditions: Essential: • Significant manual skills / motor coord & finger dexterity, • Little or no potential for occupational risk, • Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force, • Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Required: High School diploma/GED with 1-year Medical Assistant experience, or new graduate of Medical Assistant program, or Nursing Assistant training program, or EMT certification, or 3 years job related experience in a medical office. Float Pool Medical Assistant - PRN - Region D. Float Pool Medi

Job Description Paramedics provide out of hospital emergency medical care and transportation by ambulance for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical services (EMS) system. Paramedics use Advanced Life Support knowledge and skills necessary to stabilize and safely transport patients ranging from non-emergency and routine medical transports to life threatening emergencies. Job Responsibility 1.Responds to assignments as directed and updates unit status as required. 2.Assesses the patients nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures in accordance with New York State Department of Health Guidelines. 3.Administers first aid treatment or Advanced Life Support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings. 4.Coordinates or interacts professionally with partners, patients, public safety personnel, colleagues, and hospital emergency staff to facilitate care delivery. 5.Communicates with dispatchers, medical control, or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of patients, or to receive instructions for further treatment. 6.Writes a comprehensive report documenting the situation at the scene, physical exam, orders received, treatments rendered, response to these treatments, and other information deemed pertinent. 7.Completes check of vehicle equipment and systems, and completes manifest at start of tour. Responsible for competent operation of all equipment and systems. Reports and relays needed repairs to supervisor. 8.Ensures the ambulance complies with 10 NYCRR 800 and Departmental policies. 9.Safeguards and maintains Department equipment and property. 10.Operates Department vehicles in accordance with New York State Vehicle and Traffic Laws and Department policies. 11.Attends training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge. 12.Performing medical histories and physical exams as indicated on patients in the field. 13.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here but considered related are not essential functions. Job Qualification High School degree or equivalent, required. Drivers license valid in New York State. (Current and without violations) Current NYS DOH EMT-Paramedic certification. Current New York City REMAC Paramedic certification. Must meet the criteria for NYS DOH Functional Description for qualifications, competencies, and tasks (EMT-Paramedic). 1-3 years of relevant experience, required. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Position at Vassar Brothers Medical Center Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations, including The Heart Center, a leading provider of cardiology care. Non-acute care is offered through various affiliates. Summary: The hyperbaric chamber operator is an individual that has documentation of successful completion of a 40-hour National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT) approved, Introductory Hyperbaric Medicine Course. The hyperbaric chamber operator assists in the provision of safe and therapeutic management of patient care to an assigned group of patients through the utilization Standards of Practice and policies and procedures and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Responsibilities: Primary Responsibilities • Assists in the coordination of hyperbaric patients., • Assists in the day-to-day operation of the hyperbaric facility., • Maintains competencies, continuing education, and certifications as appropriate to the position., • Performs patient care within the scope of practice as a Nurse (RN or LPN), Respiratory Therapist, EMT, Paramedic., • Keeps complete and accurate patient records as they pertain to assessment, treatments and documentation of care., • Participates in quality assurance programs as requested by the Clinical Nurse Manager or Program Medical Director., • Participates in the safety program., • Participates in organizational committees and task forces as requested., • Participates in the discussion and review of articles in the field of hyperbaric oxygen. Assessment • Assesses the patient's level of functioning on admission, transfer and discharge. Differentiates findings from defined limits of normal., • Uses professional judgment in day-to-day problem solving and decision making. Seeks assistance from Clinical Nurse Manager and peers as needed. Assists others., • Assesses patient's educational needs and develops a plan to meet these needs., • Assesses discharge needs and communicates to team members. Planning • Follows the plan of care in collaboration with the patient care team., • Provides care in consideration of length of stay and patient/family needs., • Reviews discharge care with patient/family/physician and other team members. Intervention • Administers medications and treatments according to patient needs, physician orders and policies, consistent with the scope of care for qualifying credential., • Participates in patient/family conferences as a member of the patient care team., • Utilizes patient teaching to provide new information to patient/family. Utilizes patient teaching according to policy., • Collaborates with Clinical Nurse Manager, physician, and other caregivers to provide effective patient care., • Makes rounds regularly on assigned patients., • Documents care on appropriate forms., • Assures patient and family care award of team members roles and introduces care team on admission., • Delegates tasks appropriately to team members. Evaluation • Evaluates patient's response to treatment utilizing knowledge of disease process and patient's story., • Evaluates patient's progress on plan of care., • Evaluates patients continued learning needs and provides feedback to the Clinical Nurse Manager or designee Other • Demonstrates flexibility in meeting staffing needs of department., • Maintains clinical expertise in area of specialty., • Participates in performance improvement activities., • Maintains and Models Nuvance Health Values., • Demonstrates regular, reliable, and predictable attendance., • Performs other duties as required. Education Skills Experience • Must have a current and valid (state) license or certification in the respective field of qualifying credential (e.g., Registered Nurse, LPN, Respiratory Therapist, EMT or Paramedic), • Maintenance of National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT) qualifying credential, • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certificate, • Must have documentation of successful completing of a 40-hour National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT) approved Introductory Hyperbaric Medicine Course., • Certification as a Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) successfully obtained within 365 days of eligibility. Eligibility as stated by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT)., • Should have at least 12 months of recent practical experience in clinical hyperbaric medicine, after meeting the entry-level qualifications and training requirements as delineated in this document for an entry-level hyperbaric technologist., • Should have a working understanding of the codes and regulations that govern the operation of a hyperbaric medicine facility. Location: Poughkeepsie-21 Fox Street Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours: 8.00 FTE: 0.010000 Work Schedule: Day 8 Work Shift: 7:30a-4p Org Unit: 1185 Department: Wound Care Ctr Exempt: No Grade: S7 Salary Range: $22.2500 - $41.3200 Hourly Working conditions: Essential: Significant manual skills / motor coord & finger dexterity Little or no potential for occupational risk Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Responds to any needs relating to safety and security of our guests, visitors or employees. Reports hazards, and makes observations on issues which affect the safety and security of our guests, visitors and employees. Maintains records and writes detailed reports in accordance with Safety and Securi

Responds to any needs relating to safety and security of our guests, visitors or employees. Reports hazards, and makes observations on issues which affect the safety and security of our guests, visitors and employees. Maintains records and writes detailed reports in accordance with Safety and Securi

Required: High School diploma/GED with 1-year Medical Assistant experience, or new graduate of Medical Assistant program, or Nursing Assistant training program, or EMT certification, or 3 years job related experience in a medical office. You will need Data entry skills, High School diploma/GED with

Must have experience as a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician. New or experienced graduate of Medical Assistant program, or Nursing Assistant training program, or EMT certification, or 3 years job related experience in a medical office. Medical Assistant- S

Required: High School diploma/GED with 1-year Medical Assistant experience, or new graduate of Medical Assistant program, or Nursing Assistant training program, or EMT certification, or 3 years job related experience in a medical office. Float Pool Medical Assistant - PRN - Region D - Must be able t

High School diploma/GED with 1 year MA/Secy experience, or new graduate of Medical Assistant program, or Nursing Assistant training program, or EMT certification, or 3 years job related experience in a medical office. Medical Assistant: Region D, Per Diem. Basic medical knowledge and terminology.

Job Description BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for carrying out established policies in order to protect life, property and assets of Mohonk Mountain House and its’ guests, visitors and staff. Varied shifts, primarily C line: 3:00PM to 11:00PM. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: -Responds to any needs relating to safety and security of our guests, visitors or employees. -Performs designated rounds and patrols functions, including, but not limited to, day hiker patrol functions and functions serving alcoholic beverages. -Reports hazards, and makes observations on issues which affect the safety and security of our guests, visitors and employees. -Receives complaints. Investigates and documents incidents, according to Standard Operating Procedures. -Carries a two way portable radio and wears an earpiece to communicate and provide immediate response to emergency situations. -Wears proper uniform at all times. Maintains and cares for uniforms. -Maintains records and writes detailed reports in accordance with Safety and Security Department Standard Operating Procedures. -Provides traffic control and enforcement of Traffic Rules and Regulations. -Adheres to and enforces company policies and procedures. -Wears proper personal protective equipment appropriate to the task being performed -Familiar with and use Mohonk Mountain House 14 Service Steps with Service Strategies. -Works independently and as part of a team. -Makes suggestions / recommendations to Security Manager’s as needed -Follows the guidelines established and outlined in the Department's Standard Operating Procedures. This applies to the service of alcohol, securing restricted areas and key control. -Provides assistance as directed by the Night Manager, Manager on Duty, and Night Auditor. -Promotes safe and secure working procedures in a manner which is perceived as helpful and friendly. -Responds to medical emergencies and administers first aid to ill and injured guests, visitors and employees, in the Mountain House, and on the trails and grounds. -Familiarizes self with Mohonk Mountain House’s emergency response procedures. -Familiarizes self with gatehouse procedures. -Familiarizes self with Mohonk Mountain House’s electronic lock system. -Familiarizes self with Mohonk Mountain House’s electronic safes and able to troubleshoot/repair. -Maintains a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business. -Inspects the work of others by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards. -Physically able to transverse the property, both inside the Mountain House and outside grounds for the purpose of patrolling, performing designated rounds, processing and parking cars, emergency response, and other designated tasks. -Stands in a stationary position for long periods of time for the purpose of patrolling functions. -Reaches with hands and arms, bends, kneels, stoops, twists and flexes arms, walks up and down stairs/inclines, sits, climbs up/down ladders or stands for up to 5 hours at a time. -Uses necessary equipment such as hand held portable radios, keyboard for both computer terminal and fire alarm panel, flashlights, key rings, first aid and firefighting equipment. -Safely bends over, lifts and carries heavy loads of at least 75 pounds, for long periods of time and on rocky and steep terrain. Walks up to 7 miles per day. -Maneuvers carts or dollies safely with loads up to 300 pounds up and down stairs, elevators, through passageways or outdoors up to 500 feet. -Sees close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. -Operates a motor vehicle with either a standard or automatic transmission and perform routine care of that vehicle. -Works in stressful situations and under pressure. Must be able to adapt to changing priorities. Acts calmly and effectively in emergency situations. -Analyzes problems and develops and implements action plans to address problems. -Speaks, reads, and writes the English language and communicates in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors, and employees. Hears verbal instructions, directions, and warnings. -Reads and writes in a legible and orderly manner in order to prepare reports that are considered legal documents. -Presents a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance in accordance with the Mohonk Mountain House Dress and Grooming Standards. -Basic computer proficiency. QUALIFICATIONS: -Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience. -Obtain New York State Security Guard certification within 1 year of hire. -NYS Emergency Medical Technician certification. -CPR certification -High School Graduate. -Firefighting experience and/or training preferred Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.