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PHARMACIST I #56058 (KAUAI -KR409)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 15, 2023

POSITION TITLE: PHARMACIST I

STATUS: Permanent / Part-Time (0.6 FTE) 

SALARY: $2,815.20 + $3,085.20 (shortage differential) per month | SR22 | BU13 

LOCATION: This position is located in the Pharmacy department of Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH). Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), SMMH, and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consist of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalāheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalāheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipū, and The Clinic at Kapa’a are all part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The Pharmacy department compounds and dispenses (properly labeled) drugs and chemicals; maintains a drug formulary; controls and provides proper storage for narcotics, alcohol, and other controlled drugs, chemicals, and biologicals; provides staff education and development; and submits budgetary requirements.

JOB FUNCTIONS: Under the general supervision of a higher-level licensed pharmacist, this position dispenses drugs, medicines, chemicals, and other pharmaceutical preparations according to prescriptions of physicians, dentists, and other licensed practitioners; stores, preserves and maintains records of drugs and pharmaceuticals; and performs other related duties as assigned. This position requires travel on a regular basis to other facilities within the region and a 7-day coverage schedule, including work on weekends, holidays, and evenings. The Pharmacist I reports directly to the Pharmacist III, position no. 22422, or its designee.

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek. Also, please see below the additional requirements according to the specific position.

Education:  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate or Pharm.D degree in pharmacy.

Licensure: A valid license with the State of Hawai’i as a Pharmacist at the time of appointment.

Certifications: None required. 

Experience: Six (6) months of full-time work experience as a licensed pharmacist.

Supervisory Aptitude: Applicants must possess supervisory aptitude, which is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects; by serving as a group or team leader, previous work experience in a position that demonstrates or performs supervisory functions or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation.  After receiving a conditional offer of employment, all prospective new HHSC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  New employees are required to provide confirmation of their full vaccination status by presenting their CDC vaccination card or VAMS Certificate prior to their start date.

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ACCOUNT CLERK IV #59860 (KAUAI -KR408)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: February 07, 2023

POSITION TITLE: ACCOUNT CLERK IV 

STATUS:  Temporary WITHOUT Benefits (0.30 FTE)

SALARY: $19.72 per hour | SR13 | BU63

LOCATION:  Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, Hawaii

This position is located in the Finance department at Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) of the Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region. KVMH, along with Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH) and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consists of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalāheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalāheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipū, and The Clinic at Kapa’a, are all part of a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The Finance Department provides general accounting services including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets, in addition to fiscal management support, department performance, cost analysis, and cost report submission for the Kauai Region. The Finance Department also maintains the completeness and accuracy of all financial data for budget preparation, regulatory and statutory compliance, implementation, and internal controls for the Kaua’i Region and its affiliates.

JOB FUNCTIONS: The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure the accurate and timely processing of the accounting functions within the Kaua’i Region.  This will include preparing schedules, reconciling accounts, preparing journal entries, balancing accounts, conducting inventory, and drafting reports. The position requires the completion of a large volume of work within a limited period of time.  Position may be required to report to other facilities on a regular basis as determined by the Accountant V. This position reports to the Accountant V, position number 20743.

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: None required. 

Licensure: None required. 

General Experience: One-half (1/2) year of work experience which demonstrated knowledge of arithmetic and spelling and possession of the abilities to follow oral and written directions, to write simply and directly, and to observe differences in words and numbers quickly and accurately.

Specialized Experience: Three (3) years of work experience involved in posting accounting records and other systematizing of fiscal information, i.e., computing, classifying, and recording numerical data to keep sets of financial accounting records complete and to derive reports therefrom. Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of standard accounting classification and terminology pertinent to accounts maintenance operations and office practices and procedures relating to the processing and recording of transactions and accounting information. This work must have involved reconciling accounts (i.e., checking for errors, balancing, and going back to the original source document for verification); and the preparation of standard financial statements.

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Business English; spelling; arithmetic; the operation and operational maintenance of common office appliances and equipment including office duplicating and copy machines; and office practices and procedures.

Ability to: carry out a variety of standard office routines, perform assignments requiring uniform mental attention; learn and apply pertinent statutory provisions, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; learn and apply a variety of instructions furnished in writing, oral diagrammatic, or schedule form; operate and maintain various common office appliances, which may include duplicating and simple electronic data processing equipment; prepare simple narrative and numerical reports; perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately; speak and write simply and directly, and understand and interpret laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations; deal effectively and tactfully with the public; and work harmoniously and collaboratively with fellow departmental and hospital staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the position will not be disqualified under this section.

Physical Demands: Light physical effort (lift/carry up to 10 lbs.); Occasional standing/walking.

Vision Requirements: the ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation.  After receiving a conditional offer of employment, all prospective new HHSC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  New employees are required to provide confirmation of their full vaccination status by presenting their CDC vaccination card or VAMS Certificate prior to their start date.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST V (SYSTEMS/NETWORK ANALYST) #56134 (KAUAI -KR407)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: January 31, 2023

POSITION TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST V (SYSTEMS/NETWORK ANALYST)

STATUS: Permanent / Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

SALARY:  $5,282 per month | SR24 | BU13

LOCATION: Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

This is a regional position located in the Data Processing / Information Technology (IT) department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH, along with Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH) and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consist of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalāheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalāheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipū, and The Clinic at Kapa’a, are all part of a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The Data Processing/ IT department is responsible for the overall evaluation, planning, analysis, development, improvement, and support of the Kauai Region’s information technology systems and tools.

JOB FUNCTIONS: The IT Specialist V serves as a Systems/Networks Analyst and as the liaison between the Information Technology department and the users of the automated systems of the Kaua’i Region facilities. This position is responsible for implementing and maintaining computer networks, servers, workstations, and software to support effective use of process and data for Kaua’i Region facilities, including working in coordination with corporate information technology staff operating and managing the servers and network technology tools in other HHSC regions/locations (East Hawai’i, West Hawai’i, and O’ahu). All duties and responsibilities will be mutually allocated between each Kaua’i Region facility, based upon their respective needs and criteria. The IT Specialist V provides leave coverage for other members of the data processing team in the region. This position reports directly to the IT Manager I, position no. 57592, or its designee. 

Candidates must be able to travel to all facilities within the Kaua’i Region. This position may be subject to long and irregular hours, with evening, night, and weekend coverage as required. 

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS 

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek. Also, please see below the additional requirements according to the level of the position.

Education: Graduation with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university.  Major course work in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a closely related field preferred.  Excess experience or responsibility in administrative, professional, technical, or analytical work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Certification: None required. 

Specialized Experience:  Three and one-half (3-1/2) years of progressively responsible work experience in information technology which involved systems analysis, design, programming, security and access management, database design, management, consulting, and/or installing and maintaining computer software applications, hardware, telecommunications, and web or network infrastructure equipment. The work must have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of information technology principles, methods, techniques, and practices; computer hardware, software, and peripheral equipment; and personal computer, server, mini, and/or mainframe operating systems.

**Applicants are also required to either possess supervisory experience or demonstrate supervisory aptitude.

Supervisory Experience: Work experience which demonstrated the applicant’s knowledge of and ability to apply the principles, practices, techniques and methods of supervision including: (1) planning, organizing and directing the work of others; (2) assigning and reviewing work; (3) advising others on difficult work problems; (4) timing and scheduling work; and (5) training and developing employees.

Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects; by serving as a group or team leader, or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential. 

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Preferred experience: Two (2) years specialized experience in hospital computer systems which involves defining users’ and business requirements, analysis and design of network/hardware solutions, evaluation and implementation of systems and networks with preferably at least one (1) year in a healthcare or healthcare support facility. 

 Preferred experience and basic knowledge in the following environment and systems:

  • Experience in LAN and WAN environment with Server 2003/2008, Exchange, and other network related tools for systems and network administration are utilized.
  • Experience in a LAN/WAN environment where coordination with corporate office and other regional offices is required.
  • High level of competency with the installation of wiring, network equipment, servers, workstations, MS Office applications and working knowledge of PC business applications and database programs.
  • Experience in Cisco WAPs, WAP Controllers and ISE Server.
  • High level of competency in Server enclaves and services provided, Active Directory and Group Policy, Third-Party patching and Unattended Remote Control.
  • Network security applications and tools.
  • General MS Office Professional Application software – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook.
  • General support applications – MS Project. VISIO.
  • Website design, implementation and maintenance.
  • Other applications – Communications. Hospital specific applications.

Preferred hands-on experience in the following activities:

  • Systems/Networks assessment and development process – analysis, design, procure, test and install.
  • Experience in business writing for the creation of policies, procedures, training materials, operations manuals, technical documentation, newsletters, and other IT-associated documents.
  • Experience training computer users of all levels of expertise.
  • Analytical skills related to solving problems in time-critical situations, particularly where relations must be maintained with potentially difficult systems users.
  • Ability to take action with limited guidance in agreed areas of responsibility in a calm and rational manner, particularly where the service delivery requirements must be maintained in a time-sensitive situation.
  • Interpersonal skills at a level to function well in a wide range of administrative, management, and patient care environments and maintain a strong image of professional discipline.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

The IT Specialists will work in an office environment with prolonged sitting and extended periods of working with a personal computer and in meetings with various users and vendors of the automated systems.

These positions will pack/unpack and install/move computer equipment including but not limited to monitors, processor boxes, printers, uninterruptible power supplies, scanners, etc.  Installation and troubleshooting of systems include reaching, bending, squatting, carrying, and accessing difficult spaces such as under desks, in closets/ceilings, and in/behind cabinets and other storage facilities.

May be subject to long and irregular hours on an occasional basis.  This position provides leave coverage for other members of the data processing team in the region.  This position provides evening and night coverage as required.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation.  After receiving a conditional offer of employment, all prospective new HHSC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  New employees are required to provide confirmation of their full vaccination status by presenting their CDC vaccination card or VAMS Certificate prior to their start date.

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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST III (REGIONAL) (KAUAI -KR358)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: January 24, 2023 ***Updated on February 27, 2024***

POSITION TITLE: RESPIRATORY THERAPIST III (REGIONAL)

STATUS:  Varies. See below available positions. 

SALARY: $4,690 + $1,609 (shortage differential) per month at 1.0 FTE | SR20 | BU13

LOCATION:  These positions are regional and are located in the Respiratory Therapy department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) and Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH). KVMH, SMMH, and The Kaua’i Region Clinics are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC), a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i. Please see below a listing of available positions in their respective locations.     

The Respiratory Therapy department provides services to residents/patients who have impairments, functional limitations with breathing function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes, in compliance with Medicaid, Medicare, Omnibus Reconciliation Act (OBRA), Joint Commission (JC), Office of Healthcare Assurance (OHCA) and other regulatory and private agencies.

JOB FUNCTIONS: The Respiratory Therapist III (Regional) works in the respiratory therapy unit of a hospital and exercises considerable independent clinical judgment in applying scientific knowledge and theory to practical respiratory care problems in accordance with physicians’ orders; independently administering respiratory tests and treatment to patients with respiratory diseases and disorders including cases involving critically ill, pediatric, and neonatal patients. This position may be required to work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, call backs, and stand-by and may be required to report to other facilities within Kaua’i Region as deemed necessary by the supervisor. The Respiratory Therapist III (Regional) reports to the Respiratory Therapist IV (Regional Supervisor) position no. 59205, or its designee.

Candidates must be available to work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, call backs, and stand-by and may be required to report to other facilities within Kaua’i Region as deemed necessary by the supervisor. Services are provided 24/7. 

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans
  • Loan Repayment & Scholarship Programs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek. All applicants are required to provide evidence of all applicable education, licenses, and certifications. 

Education: Baccalaureate degree in respiratory therapy from a school of respiratory therapy approved at the time of graduation by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

Licensure:

  • Valid license with the State of Hawai’i as a Respiratory Therapist at the time of appointment;
  • Possession of current, valid State of Hawai’i driver’s license, type# 3 preferred.

Certification: Possession of current, valid certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Workers issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) at the time of appointment of hire.

Respiratory Therapy Experience: One (1) year of professional experience as a Respiratory Therapist under medical supervision. The experience must have equipped the applicant with a full professional understanding of the evaluation, test, and treatment of respiratory therapy problems and the ability to develop and modify individual patient care plans.

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices of respiratory therapy; respiratory therapy treatment procedures; operation of respiratory therapy equipment; monitoring patients; charting observations, evaluation and testing procedures, treatment techniques including use and modifications of appropriate therapy equipment, performing or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and methods of instructing patients and/or family members; current treatment techniques including use and modifications of appropriate therapy equipment; departmental rules and regulations, hospital policies and procedures, Medicare/Medicaid/the Joint Commission and other regulated   guidelines for the provision of Respiratory Therapy services; provision of respiratory services, general union contract agreement practices and general principles of management, supervision and public relations. 

Ability to: Apply the principles, methods and techniques of respiratory therapy; select and use evaluating and diagnostic procedures effectively; prepare treatment plans; deal effectively with patients and other individuals; operate standard respiratory therapy equipment and make minor adjustments and repairs; keep records and prepare reports and instruct patients and others in the application of respiratory therapy procedures; o independently apply principles, methods and techniques of respiratory therapy; instruct patients and others in the application of respiratory therapy procedures; and supervise lower level respiratory therapy personnel; Be an open ended thinker; good listener and communicator; non-judgmental and positive attitude; motivates; team player; work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, call backs, and stand-by; report to other facilities within Kaua’i Region as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS/HEALTH & PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS

Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions: Bend, kneel, carry, lift, push/pull, reach, sit, stand adequately throughout the day and ambulate from unit to unit freely. 

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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN – FULL PERFORMANCE (KAUAI -KR406)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: Updated on February 15, 2023

POSITION TITLE: PHARMACY TECHNICIAN – FULL PERFORMANCE

STATUS:  Varies. See below available positions. 

SALARY: $3,984 per month at 1.0 FTE | HE06 | BU10

LOCATION:  These positions are located in the Pharmacy departments of the Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region. Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consist of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalāheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalāheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipū, and The Clinic at Kapa’a, are all part of a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The Pharmacy department compounds and dispenses (properly labeled) drugs and chemicals; maintains drug formulary; controls and provides proper storage for narcotics, alcohol, and other controlled drugs, chemicals, and biologicals; provides staff education and development; and submits budgetary requirements.

JOB FUNCTIONS: At the full performance level, the Pharmacy Technician is primarily responsible for assisting the Pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical services in accordance with established procedures and methods. Candidates may be required to work on shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans

Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

  • #59864 – Permanent / Full-Time (1.0 FTE) – posted on 04/05/2023
  • #59859 – Permanent / Part-Time (0.60 FTE) – posted on 01/24/2023 – updated on 04/05/2023

Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital – Kapa’a, Kaua’i, HI

  • #59862 – Permanent / Part-Time (0.60 FTE) – posted on 02/15/2023

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Experience and Essential Knowledge and Abilities:

One (1) year of work experience in a pharmacy setting (i.e., community pharmacy, hospitals, other medical institutions) which provided a basic knowledge of pharmaceutical nomenclature; pharmaceutical system of weights and measures (e.g., milligrams, milliliters, cubic centimeters, etc.); commonly used pharmaceutical preparations used in the treatment of illnesses; dosage requirements; storage requirements; routes of drug administration; and practices and procedures employed in filling pharmacy prescriptions; and the ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division); and transcribe accurate medication profiles;

AND

One (1) year of work experience assisting a licensed pharmacist in a hospital which required receiving and reading prescription and medication orders from physicians; performing arithmetic computations to determine proper measurements/quantities of pharmaceutical components required; measuring, counting, packaging, and labeling items and arranging them for final professional review. The work experience must have demonstrated knowledge of commonly used pharmaceutical preparations used in the treatment of illnesses, dosage requirements, dosage forms, and storage requirements; experience in receiving and reading requisitions from pharmacists; measuring, counting, packaging, and labeling items; aseptic techniques; routes of drug administration; pharmaceutical nomenclature; pharmaceutical system of weights and measures; procedures and operations relating to aseptic compounding and parenteral admixture operations; arranging medication for final professional review; maintaining accurate inventory records; State and Federal pharmacy regulations; applicable hospital/unit policies and procedures; and the ability to provide pharmaceutical services in accordance with established procedures and methods; measure drug doses accurately; maintain records and prepare reports; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Preferred Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Workers from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Desirable Qualifications: Ability to learn quickly; be a “team player” and get along well with others; be self-motivated; use a computer to enter and retrieve data; good memory; and be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the position will not be disqualified under this section.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation.  After receiving a conditional offer of employment, all prospective new HHSC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  New employees are required to provide confirmation of their full vaccination status by presenting their CDC vaccination card or VAMS Certificate prior to their start date.

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IMAGING SPECIALIST V #59858 (KAUAI -KR405)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: January 18, 2023 ***Updated on September 20, 2023***

POSITION TITLE: IMAGING SPECIALIST V

STATUS:  Casual Hire | Temporary WITHOUT Benefits (0.30 FTE)

SALARY: $32.96 + $21.04 (shortage differential) per hour | SR24 | BU73

LOCATION:  This position is located in the Radiology Department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH,  Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consists of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalāheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalāheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipū, and The Clinic at Kapa’a are all part of Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The Radiology department provides diagnostic imaging services, scheduled, or on an emergency basis, as required for the care and treatment of inpatients and outpatients, aged birth to death. The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following procedures: diagnostic radiography, computed tomography, tele-radiography, mammography, and ultrasonography.

JOB FUNCTIONS: The Imaging Specialist V (MFM/ Ultrasound Specialist) will assist in establishing an MFM workflow and direct hands-on training program for the imaging department staff in order to perform obstetrical ultrasounds for our patients, including any other relevant services. In addition, this position will be responsible to provide an assessment of current ultrasound obstetrical imaging standards and practices in order to facilitate a plan for the development of the MFM ultrasound program. The Imaging Specialist V may work on rotating shifts, with work on weekends and holidays, and may require standby and call-back duty. This position also requires providing coverage at SMMH when needed. This position reports to the Regional Director of Imaging, position number 20896.

BENEFITS: 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek. All applicants are required to provide evidence of all applicable education, licenses, and certifications. 

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an approved program recognized by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

General Experience: One and one-half (1 ½ ) years of experience as a staff Ultrasonographer in a clinical or hospital environment.

Specialized Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible work experience as a specialist of which at least a minimum of one (1) year of work experience must have been gained in each of two (2) or more of the following modalities: echocardiography and ultrasound in a clinical or hospital environment.

Licensure: None required. 

Certifications: Registered American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) and Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS); AND current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers issued by the American Heart Association must be presented upon the appointment of hire.

Supervisory Aptitude: Applicants must have experience demonstrating aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects; by serving as a group or team leader, previous work experience in a position that demonstrates or performs supervisory functions or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Applicants must be able to demonstrate knowledge of imaging equipment, radiation and ultrasound physics, radiation safety, medical terminology, and department protocols.  The incumbent interacts with patients of all ages, and the majority of interactions will involve the adult population. Therefore, the employee must be competent in the interpretation of a patient’s self-report or behavior, and this information must be interpreted with an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation process.  The treatment should be individualized and should reflect an understanding of the developmental needs and range of treatment needs for each patient.

HEALTH & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

  • This position requires considerable physical effort and the ability to lift, position, or move patients. 
  • Intermittent exertion when performing treatments.
  • Frequently lifts or pushes supplies or heavy equipment weighing fifty (50) pounds or more. 
  • May be exposed to infectious diseases or hazardous substances.  Exposure to radiation hazards. 
  • Subject to irregular hours of work, routine call procedures require evening and nighttime calls, and may handle crisis situations, and perform emergency care.
  • Long periods of sitting, standing, occasionally may need to bend, stoop and walk. 

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REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL NURSE II #58269 (KAUAI -KR403)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: January 12, 2023

POSITION TITLE: REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL NURSE II 

STATUS: Temporary WITH Benefits

SALARY: $6,982 per month at 1.0 FTE (SR18; BU09)

LOCATION:  Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

This position is located in the Intensive Care/Critical Care department at Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) of the Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region. KVMH, along with Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH) and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which consists of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalāheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalāheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipū, and The Clinic at Kapa’a, are all part of a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The Intensive Care/Critical Care Unit provides services for patients requiring primarily surgical patients or patients with serious cardiac conditions requiring the specialized services of the Coronary Care Unit.

JOB FUNCTIONS: Under the immediate supervision of a higher-level registered professional nurse, the Registered Professional Nurse (RPN) II receives orientation and guidance on nursing policies and procedures and nursing care techniques; develops and/or implements nursing care plans for assigned patients or clients; provides nursing care, treatment services, and/or health education information;
and performs other related duties as assigned. This position is subject to rotating shifts, work on holidays and weekends, and may be floated to other units as needed. The RPN II reports to the RPN V (Unit Nurse Manager), position no. 59229, or its designee. 

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education:  Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

Licensure:  License to practice as a professional nurse in the State of Hawai’i. Applicants must submit evidence of current Hawai’i RN licensure (a copy of a valid license).

Experience:  None required. 

Certifications: Applicants are required to provide current certification from the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS) in Health Care Provider (adult, child, and infant) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Certifications in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and NIH Stroke Scale certifications must be obtained within six (6) months of employment. 

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Nursing theory and practice; biological, physical, social, and medicinal sciences as related to nursing theory and practice; nursing techniques and procedures; nursing literature and current trends and developments in nursing; Joint Commission requirements, and other federal, state, or private regulatory/review organizations.

Ability to: Apply nursing theory and practices to planning and giving nursing care; recognize, interpret and evaluate symptoms of patient’s condition and take appropriate action; plan and schedule the work of others and utilize the principles and practices of supervision; work effectively and cooperatively with patients, family members, medical staff and employees.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

Physical Demands

  • Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.).
  • Occasional prolonged standing/walking.
  • Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients.
  • Occasionally lifts supplies/equipment.
  • Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.

Vision Requirements

  • Accommodation: ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus.
  • Color Vision: the ability to distinguish and identify different colors.

Working Conditions

  • May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases.
  • Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases.
  • Subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases.
  • Occasional exposure to unpleasant patients or unit elements.
  • Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances.
  • Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, illness, injury, and death).
  • Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
  • Handles emergency or crisis situations.
  • Subject to many interruptions.
  • Occasionally subjected to irregular hours.
  • Requires judgment/action which could result in the death of a patient.
  • Handles absentee replacement on short notice.

Tools, Equipment & Machines

  • Personal computers & associated software
  • Common office equipment (typewriter, photocopier, facsimile, adding machines)
  • Diagnostic equipment

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation.  After receiving a conditional offer of employment, all prospective new HHSC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  New employees are required to provide confirmation of their full vaccination status by presenting their CDC vaccination card or VAMS Certificate prior to their start date.

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GENERAL LABORER II #20831 (KAUAI -KV229)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: April 03, 2024

POSITION TITLE: GENERAL LABORER II (REGIONAL)

STATUS:  Permanent | Full-time (1.0 FTE)

SALARY: $4,133 per month at 1.0 FTE | BC03 | BU01

LOCATION: This is a regional position and is located in the Maintenance department of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC), a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i, which includes Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and The Kaua’i Region Clinics.

The Maintenance department provides technical expertise for the design, planning, and construction aspects of building, remodeling, or renovating the physical plant and equipment to meet the needs of the facility; maintains the buildings and equipment of the facility; repairs or replaces parts of equipment; maintains electrical service; ensures other utilities of the facility are functioning properly; maintains grounds and landscaping; operates and maintains boilers; conducts fire inspection; and maintains the facility in a clean, sanitary and attractive condition.

JOB FUNCTIONS: The General Laborer II (Regional) participates in a variety of manual and semi-skilled work tasks in connection with the cleaning, care, landscaping, and maintenance of the hospital grounds. Also included is the maintenance and repair of campus roads, buildings, and equipment for the facility. This position reports to the Building Maintenance Worker II, position no. 58273, or its designee. 

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans
  • Potential eligibility for various Student Loan Repayment & Scholarship Programs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek. All applicants are required to provide evidence of all applicable education, licenses, and certifications. 

Education: None required. 

Licensure: Current, valid driver’s license type# 3 preferred.

Certifications: None required.

Experience: One (1) year of manual, unskilled and semi-skilled work experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Knowledge of: Common hand tools and equipment used in manual, unskilled and semi-skilled work; common methods, procedures and materials used in general construction and maintenance work, including safety practices. The care and cultivation of shrubs, flowers, trees, and lawns; use, care and operation of grounds maintenance equipment such as power mowers, edgers, sweepers, and trimmers.

Ability to: Use common hand tools and equipment typical of the class; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; operate and use grounds maintenance equipment and hand tools; perform heavy lifting, moving, digging, carrying, and other manual labor typical of this class of work.

WORKING CONDITIONS / HEALTH & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions

  • Heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs)
  • Extremely heavy physical effort (lift/carry 50 lbs or more)
  • Pushing/pulling or moving/lifting heavy equipment/supplies
  • Manual dexterity and mobility

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Join our dynamic team at HHSC Kaua’i Region, where we are proud to offer a comprehensive range of healthcare services at our critical access hospitals – KVMH and SMMH. From full-service emergency departments to specialized surgeries, family and internal medicine, intensive care, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and a range of ancillary services, and more, we are dedicated to providing quality, accessible, compassionate care to our community. With locations across Kaua’i, including outpatient clinics and urgent care facilities, we strive to make healthcare accessible to all. As part of the Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, we uphold values of excellence, transparency, accountability, integrity, and teamwork. Join us as we work together to deliver exceptional care and make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.

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CONTRACTS MANAGER II – #59600 (KAUAI-KR403)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: December 1, 2022

POSITION TITLE: Contracts Manager II (Regional) 

STATUS:  Permanent / Full Time (1.0 FTE)

SALARY: $5,712 per month at 1.0 FTE | SR26 | BU13

LOCATION:  HHSC KAUAI REGION

This position is located in the Contracts/Materials Management Department of Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) and Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH). Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), SMMH, and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which include The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalaheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalaheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipu, and The Clinic at Kapa’a, are all part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The primary purpose of this position is responsible for assuring the adequate provisioning of all goods, supplies, services, equipment, material, construction and maintenance; including extensive procurement, contracting and purchasing functions for the Kauai Region.

JOB FUNCTIONS: The Regional Contracts Manager II is responsible for providing acquisition guidance, support, advice, instruction, training and recommendations to enhance contracting and procurement capabilities while maintaining adherence to all Federal, State, and regional regulations. This position is also responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures for the department to support all activities of the Kauai Region. This position reports to the Regional CFO. 

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.  Excess experience of the type and quality described on the next page, or administrative, professional, technical experience may be substituted for college on a year-for-year basis.

Specialized Experience: Except for substitutions provided for elsewhere, applicants must have one and one-half (1 ½) years of progressively responsible work experience in purchasing which involved working with users and vendors to identify, clarify and specify requirements for products, materials, equipment or services in order to:

  1. Develop specifications for formal bids and/or update existing specifications to ensure their currency and applicability. This experience must have demonstrated knowledge of documentation requirements for formal purchases (e.g., standard bonding requirements, severability, special provisions, etc.), an understanding and use of common purchasing resources (e.g., manufacturers’ catalogs, buyers’ guides, etc.) and purchasing methods and practices; and
  2. Conduct research and studies on products, such as life cycle or in-use cost studies; testing, evaluating and reporting on alternative products, and/or comparable studies in order to make purchasing recommendations to management. This experience must have involved identifying and gathering pertinent data, analyzing and evaluating data gathered, considering alternatives and their implications and recommending alternatives for action.       
  3.  Preparing proposals or formal requests for proposals for contractual services which involved the application of professional judgement and analysis in determining contract terms and conditions and/or developing proposals to meet such requirements.
  4. Evaluating, developing, negotiating, or revising the content of proposals and/or contracts.
  5. Monitoring and evaluating the performance of contracted parties to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions stipulated in the contracts.

SELECT CERTIFICATION: Of the one-and a half (1 ½) years of specialized experience, must possess one and a half years of experience in a hospital or health care setting within the previous two (2) years. Work experience in Contracts/Materials Management preferred.

CERTIFICATION:     None required.

LICENSE:      None required.

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of principles and practices of acquisition management; applicable Federal, State and Local laws, rules, regulations and standards; principles and practices of supervision and management.  Knowledge of pre-award and post-award contracting policies and procedures to conduct reviews of full contracts, contracting plans and contract changes for propriety of acquisition method, contract type and documentation.  Knowledge of commercial business and industrial practices, (i.e. commercial subcontracting, procurement of raw material and costing techniques) related to the items procured sufficiently to analyze cost breakdowns and contract proposals.  Knowledge of regulations and related material to develop local acquisition supplements, policies and procedures.

Good written and oral communication skills to prepare written guidance and decisions to contracting personnel, contractors or higher level reviewing officials.

Ability to administer a centralized service of procurement, contracting and purchasing  management; establish and maintain working relationships with representatives of other agencies, vendors and others to promote achievement of program goals; direct research and recommend changes in acquisition methods and practices, including drafting and recommending statutory changes.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the position will not be disqualified under this section.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation.  After receiving a conditional offer of employment, all prospective new HHSC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  New employees are required to provide confirmation of their full vaccination status by presenting their CDC vaccination card or VAMS Certificate prior to their start date.

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PATIENT ACCESS REPRESENTATIVE IV (LEAD) #54954 (KAUAI -KR402)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: November 06, 2022

POSITION TITLE: PATIENT ACCESS REPRESENTATIVE IV (LEAD)

STATUS:  Permanent / Full Time (1.0 FTE)

SALARY: $3,999 per month at 1.0 FTE | SR17 | BU03

LOCATION:  Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital – Kapa’a, Kaua’i, HI

This position is located in the Patient Financial Services (PFS) Department at Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH). Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), SMMH, and The Kaua’i Region Clinics, which include The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalaheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalaheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipu, and The Clinic at Kapa’a, are all part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The Patient Financial Services Department is responsible for securing demographic and financial information to complete patient registration; collecting data and inputting the information into the hospital’s computer system; securing authorization and obtaining benefits for patient services. Assists the Business Office in ensuring claims are accurate by coordinating with SMMH Dept heads (i.e., LTC). and work on any special billing projects.

JOB FUNCTIONS: The Patient Access Representative (PAR) IV manages and/or directs the overall operations and activities of the Admissions Department and Patient Access Representatives. These activities include developing, implementing, and evaluating admission and registration procedures, collection of payment from patients for hospital services and related services, and account maintenance procedures to ensure the accuracy of patient demographics necessary for billing and collection procedures and financial counseling.  The incumbent in this position may be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays, including covering the Emergency Services department for callouts, FMLA, and/or staff coverages. 

The PAR IV position reports to the Regional Registration & Payer Reimbursement Manager, position number 109803, or its designee. 

BENEFITS: 

  • 13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
  • 21 paid vacation days per year
  • 21 paid sick days per year
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
  • Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university. Relevant substitutions are allowed.

Specialized Experience: Three *(3) years of progressively responsible professional work experience which has demonstrated general knowledge of public and private healthcare programs including admissions and registration, billing, and credit and collection activities of a healthcare institution.  This experience must have provided familiarity with, and knowledge of admission procedures; interviewing patients and/or responsible persons to secure information; arranging for methods of payment for costs not covered by insurance, and general financial practices of healthcare providers.

Licensure: None required. 

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of supervision and management in the admission process; business office functions which include billing, collection, credit control, and account maintenance; comprehensive knowledge of pertinent laws, policies, regulations, and procedures regarding admissions, reimbursements, billing and collection procedures of the third party and private insurance payers.  Advanced Beneficiary Notices and of the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Ability to: Plan, organize and direct the work and activities of staff; develop, implement, and modify as necessary, methods and procedures relating to admissions and registration and healthcare billing and collection and credit operations; understand data processing information systems used, develop policies and procedures; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the position will not be disqualified under this section.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation.  After receiving a conditional offer of employment, all prospective new HHSC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  New employees are required to provide confirmation of their full vaccination status by presenting their CDC vaccination card or VAMS Certificate prior to their start date.

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