University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Community Practice

Job Title: Patient Care Tech II - Department of Psychiatry

Position #: 00819428 - Requisition #: 32420

Job Summary:

The Patient Care Technician II will support the CU Medicine Psychiatry Clinics in the Community Practice Division. They will be responsible for providing patient care under the direct supervision of a psychiatrist. The technician will operate transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) machines to provide TMS treatments to patients with major depressive disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder in the CU Medicine Faculty Practice TMS Program. The Patient Care Technician II will also follow research protocols to provide TMS for experimental indications such as PTSD, substance use disorders, and disorders of executive functioning. They will provide support and psychoeducation to patients receiving TMS for psychiatric conditions.

The Patient Care Technician II will also be trained in providing patient care under the direct supervision of a psychiatrist during Esketamine treatment for major depressive disorder.

The Patient Care Technician II will also be responsible for scheduling patient appointments, performing patient safety screenings, and helping to complete paperwork to help patients access TMS and Esketamine treatments.

Key Responsibilities:

* Prepare patients for ascertainment of motor-evoked potential.

* Operate and control the settings of the electrophysiologic recording device.

* Measure, calculate, and log recorded electrophysiologic information.

* Independently administer TMS according to clinical and research protocols.

* Ascertain motor evoked potential under supervision.

* Operate and control settings of electrophysiologic recording device.

* Measure, calculate, and log recorded electrophysiologic information.

* Correctly position the TMS coil.

* Understand the potential for adverse effects and notify the psychiatrist if any observed.

* Assist in the management of adverse effects, including seizures.

* Administer validated rating scales to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment.

* Provide psychoeducation curriculum to patients.

* Actively participate in marketing and patient recruitment.

* Obtain insurance authorization.

* Assist psychiatrist by gathering and reviewing medical records to aid in appropriate patient selection.

* Provide any in-house required training on TMS machines.

* Participate in scheduled individual supervision, health team meetings, interdisciplinary work groups, staff meetings, and other required meetings.

* Cleans exam rooms and other patient care areas between each patient.

* Maintains work areas, exam rooms, supplies, equipment, medications, immunizations.

* Effectively copes with a fast-paced environment and typical job stressors.

* Documents work processes as required.

* Performs other clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow as assigned, such as completing patient visit records, maintaining departmental logs, answering telephones, taking messages, checking in patients, and scheduling patient appointments.

* Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Community Practice Medicine, housed within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado, seeks trained medical professionals to join our growing team. With clinics spanning from Longmont to Castle Rock, we offer various opportunities. Specialty areas include, but are not limited to, Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Urology, Psychiatry, and many more!

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Patient Care Tech II:

* 1 year experience in health care related field.

* High School Diploma or GED.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Previous experience as a TMS technician.

* 2 years related experience in a medical office setting.

* 1 year experience specific to department/clinic specialty.

* Bilingual, Spanish-speaking.

* Current MA and PCT certification (i.e., AAMA, NCCT).

* EPIC, Kronos, MS Office, Outlook, Power Point, Word Experience.

Conditions of Employment:

* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers is issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross healthcare provider-level CPR certification.

* Complies with applicable University of Colorado School of Medicine, Community Practice mandatory education and training.

* Maintains all required licensure and certifications for the position.

* Must be able to work in person.

* Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Ability to interpret, communicate, and document with proper medical terminology.

* Strong knowledge of CPT & ICD-10 procedure coding.

* Ability to use various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures.

* Ability to accurately take and record vital signs.

* Ability to maintain quality control standards.

* Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions.

* Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, including physicians, leadership, and staff.

* Ability to work within large, complex healthcare systems.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate in person, by phone, or in writing.

* Ability to recognize/interpret the physical exam process and record exam details.

* Ability to attest to computer proficiency and learn new computer applications.

* Ability to keyboard/type, write legibly, and accurately record information.

* Ability to analyze and interpret data.

* Ability to organize workflow, focusing on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.

* Strong organizational and time-management skills.

* Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people in stressful, fast-paced environments.

* Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures.

* Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively.

* Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures, and word processing.

* Ability to adhere to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position (only use if a cover letter is necessary)

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: joel.green@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $41,700.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting and will be prorated based on FTE. This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.