Position:                     Director of Chemical Dependency

Department:               Chemical Dependency

Particulars:                 Full time

Canton-Potsdam Hospital (CPH) is seeking a committed
individual to lead our hospital-based Chemical Dependency Services:
7-bed medically managed Detox; 17-bed Inpatient Rehab;
and Outpatient Rehab with two sites.

The successful candidate will have a proven record of
managing staff, patients, and finances in a medical setting.
Must be able to provide clinical supervision to a number
of disciplines and integrate the Service into the
Hospital system.

Other areas of focus include:  quality and safety
initiatives, operational efficiency, knowledge of NYS
reimbursement and regulatory systems,
service excellence, and community networking with other
providers/professional associations.

Education:  Master’s degree in an appropriate area
of study (profession that meets NYS OASAS definition
of a Qualified Health Professional) is required.
3 years experience in chemical dependency services and

2 years of supervisory experience required.

Please submit a letter of application and resume in addition to an on-line application 

01.6630.170.001

PER DIEM
Excellent customer service skills required
Excellent collegial relationships
Mastery of minor office procedures (suturing, foreign body
removal, cyrotherapy of skin lesions, pap smears, etc)
Ability to work flexible schedule, every other weekend
Experience in primary care through life spectrum preferred
Ability to work collaboratively as a team
Ability to work at all clinic centers if needed

Bachelor's Degree required
Master's Degree preferred

Position:                     Patient Registration Clerk

Department:               Patient Registration

Particulars:                 Per Diem

                                    Patient Access is seeking a Hospital

                                    Patient Registration clerk with 3 + years

                                    recent or past registration experience in a

                                    Hospital setting

                                    This position will be responsible for

                                    patient registration, scheduling appointments,

                                    answering phones, insurance verifications

                                    and authorizations as well as general

                                    office duties

                                    Must have the ability to work in a fast

                                    paced environment and learn quickly

Education:                 High School Graduate or Equivalent

01.8530.870.002

Position:                        Transcriptionist

Department:                  Health Information Management

Particulars:                    Full Time         

7 am – 3 pm primarily or          

6 am – 2 pm and weekend rotation with

some variability in shift as needed for

department coverage   

Transcribes dictation from physicians and other ancillary services

in a personal and confidential manner

Typing at a rate of 60-70 words per minute with accuracy

A good working knowledge of English and medical terminology, good spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure skills

Medical terminology must include good working knowledge of Gastroenterology, Gynecology, Radiology, general Internal Medicine and Surgical terminology

The successful candidate will demonstrate ongoing education to keep abreast of changes in the medical field

Education:                    Two-year College or equivalent with focus on Medical Secretarial education. 

01.8710.910.002

Position:                       Transcriptionist

Department:                  Health Information Management

Particulars:                    Full Time         

3 pm - 11 pm primarily with weekend rotations
and some variability in shift as needed for
department coverage.                                

Transcribes dictation from physicians and other
ancillary services in a personal and confidential
manner. Must have thorough knowledge of
dictation equipment usage.

Typing at a rate of 60-70 words per minute
with accuracy.

A minimum of six months training in
Medical Records

Department in transcription.

A good working knowledge of English and

medical terminology, good spelling, punctuation,

and sentence structure skills.

Medical terminology must include good working

knowledge of gastroenterology, gynecology,
radiology, general internal medicine and 
surgical terminology.

Demonstrates ongoing education to
keep abreast of changes in the medical field.                                  

Education:                    Two-year College or equivalent with focus on
Medical Secretarial education. 

01.8710.910.013

Position:                        Physical Therapy Secretary             

Department:                  Physical Therapy - Canton

Particulars:                    Temporary Full Time

                                    Office hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

                                    variable shifts

                                    The successful candidate will posses the following

                                    qualifications:

Ø  Proficient with Microsoft Outlook

Ø  Proficient with Microsoft Office Word and Excel

especially

Ø  Internet savvy

Ø  Experience preferred with a similar position which

included scheduling, billing, phone etiquette, and

working in a high pace front office setting

Ø  Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

and be a team player in a team environment

Ø  Experience with Meditech is a plus

Education:                 High School Graduate or GED required, 
                                   Associate Degree preferred

01.7511.930.001

Position:                       Ward Clerk/Performance Improvement Coordinator

Department:                  Emergency Department

Particulars:                    Full Time

                                    (80% Ward Clerk and 20% Data and Performance

                                    Improvement Coordinator)

                                    Shift: 7 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

1.      ED ward clerk duties including overseeing new ward clerk orientation.

2.      In coordination with the ED Director or Data Analyst review, gather, and collate department Performance Improvement data.

3.      Interaction and coordination with other hospital departments, other hospitals or outside agencies for data collection and process improvement.

4.      Collect data and monitor data collection programs in progress.

5.      Review and track charting, charging, and charge entry for accuracy. 

6.      All other duties as assigned.

Education and experience:
1.      High school diploma required. 1-2 years of college preferred.
2.      ED Ward Clerk experience minimum 2 year.
3.      Excellent communication skills.  Excellent team player.
4.      Excellent multi-tasking skills with attention to detail.
5.      In depth understanding of Meditech order entry and
      hospital charge system.
6.      Experience with Toyota Process Improvement.
7.      Experience with Microsoft word and
      Excel preferred.                               

01.6710.645.001

Position:                     File Clerk Per Diem Pool

Department:               Imaging Department

Particulars:                  Per Diem

                                     Variable hours (8 and/or 12 hour shifts) to

                                     provide coverage for Imaging clerical

                                     support staff

                                     Input of patient data assigning proper codes

                                    and charges

                                    Special attention to physicians signed orders

                                    Requests for additional copies and

                                    authorization for special procedures

                                    Medical terminology an asset

                                    Computer and clerical skills required

                                    Subject to muscular strain and heavy lifting

                                    Must have excellent adaptability, good memory and

                                    possess excellent verbal and interpersonal skills

Education:                  High School Graduate or equivalent

01.7320.950.007

Position:                     Phlebotomist

Department:               Laboratory

Particulars:                 Per Diem

                                    Variable Hours         

Assure blood drawing procedures are followed and orders are completed as requested. Have a clear working comprehension of the technical and procedural aspects of phlebotomy. Assist in training new employees, assign work, maintain inventory and supplies, and maintain record keeping and data collection. Perform the work of a phlebotomist; obtain patient blood specimens by venipuncture and micro collection techniques on geriatrics, adults, children and neonates. Facilitate collection and transportation of other clinical specimens and perform the procedures associated with specimen collection, handling and processing. Assist the laboratory technical staff, including specimen inoculation on to growth media in Bacteriology. Project an image of professionalism in appearance and conduct. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

At least 1 year of recent, directly related experience to include 3 months practicum gained in a clinical, hospital, or laboratory setting.

OR

Phlebotomy Certificate, MLT (ASCP) Certificate, or LPN/RN Licensure appropriate to NYS

Registered or non-registered

Education:  High School Education or Equivalent

01.7211.480.007

Position:                     Ward Clerk/Monitor Tech.

Department:               ICU

Particulars:                 40%

                                    11pm – 7am

Ward Clerk experience preferred with working

knowledge of Meditech

Monitor Tech experience is highly preferred

but will train

                                    The successful candidate must be willing to

                                    complete a cardiac rhythm recognition course

                                    Must possess good phone etiquette, excellent

                                    customer service skills and BLS

                                    The qualified candidate must be able to

                                    sit for long periods of time and be able to

                                    lift greater than 50 lbs. and assist Nursing staff

                                    with turning or lifting a patient if needed

                                    Service Excellence required

Education:                  High school graduate or equivalent

01.6330.641.005

Position:                        Laboratory Technologist/Histotech

Department:                  Laboratory

Particulars:  60 % Variable

To rotate through all of the Laboratory sections (Department) and to learn the various tests, instruments, procedures and duties as required of the Registered Medical Technologists. Teach and supervise all interested students, technicians and new technicians and new technologists during their orientation procedures and relevant background in the Laboratory

Certification/Licensure:        

Medical Technologists with Bachelor’s of Science degree in Licensure Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology or other related field registered by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists in the Medical Technology or specialty field, or any equivalent training and experience satisfactory to the Laboratory Director, New York State Department of Health, Laws of the Federal Government and other regulatory agencies, such as Joint Accreditations, etc. CLIA “88”

Special Equipment:

A Medical Technologist will be responsible for the direction and skills, or other supervision of one to five persons, student technicians, technicians and/or technologists, depending on the department, shift, holiday or weekend.  Will assist in training and evaluating student technicians and will be responsible for training new technicians and technologists.

Will provide verbal review of each student, new employee and/or subordinate to assist the supervisor with her written evaluation of subordinates.  Will assist supervisor with recommendations for schedules, staffing and personnel decisions.  Is also responsible for directing the work to be done; reviewing all work done in his/her section and/or laboratory and makes necessary decisions to provide constant and reliable results. Performs and/or directs specialized testing and/or procedures.  Performs parallel testing in evaluating new equipment and/or procedures. Provides Quality Assurance views as required by superior.  They cannot be official Department Heads until they are certified.

Work Environment and Hazards:

Medical Technologists are subject to above average stress.  Frequent exposure to unpleasant odors, fumes and sights; e.g., patient's conditions, stool and urine

examination, sterilizing culture media, necrotic tissue, exudates, sputa, etc.  Constant noise levels due to a variety of equipment throughout the Laboratory.

Class I - Employees who have contact with blood/body fluids or items contaminated with blood/body fluids on an almost daily basis.

Special Physical Demands:

Light lifting (up to 25 lbs), frequent trips to floors, emergency room or outpatient

room for venipunctures, etc., with bending and stooping.  May have fairly long periods of standing or sitting with intensely concentrated instrument work over half the day. Subject to electrical shock, burns (chemical and heat), infection from specimens and/or patient contact (e.g.; infectious hepatitis, tuberculosis, etc.), exposure to paraffin, lacerations, needle punctures, radioactive material and/or specimens.

01.7211.690.017

Position:                        PACS Administrator

Department:                  Information Systems

Particulars:                    Full Time

                                    Monday – Friday primarily with

                                    emergency on call requirements

                                    PACS working knowledge preferred

                                    Must have IT/network knowledge

                                    This position requires a self-starter

                                    who can establish work priorities

                                    Requires strong positive customer service

                                    skills

Education:                    High School Graduate minimum, 2 year

                                    Computer-related degree preferred

Position:                      New Grad RN Pool

Department:                MSU 2

Particulars:                  60%
                                    7 pm – 7 am

                                    (7 ½ hour shifts until candidate has

                                    passed RN NCLEX Boards and

                                    completed probationary period

                                    then 12 hour shifts

                                    Primary assignment will be nights
                                    must be available to work all shifts
                                    BLS current

                                    ACLS a plus

                                    Able to lift greater than 50 lbs. and stand for

                                    long periods of time

                                    Work in a fast paced busy unit with commitment to

                                    service excellence and good customer service skills

Education:                   Graduate of an accredited RN program

01.6010.165.033                                

Position:                     New Grad RN Pool

Department:               MSU 3

Particulars:                 60%
                                    7 pm – 7 am

                                    (7 ½ hour shifts until candidate has

                                    passed RN NCLEX Boards and

                                    completed probationary period

                                    then 12 hour shifts

                                    Primary assignment will be nights

                                    must be available to work all shifts
                                    BLS current

                                    ACLS a plus

                                    Able to lift greater than 50 lbs. and stand for

                                    long periods of time

                                    Work in a fast paced busy unit with commitment to

                                    service excellence and good customer service skills

Education:                   Graduate of an accredited RN program

01.6020.165.033                                

Position:                      Sitter

Department:                MSU 2

Particulars:                  Per Diem

                                    All Shifts

                                    Must be available at least two (2)

                                    shifts (days, evenings, nights) and

                                    be able to report to work with only

                                    a few hours notice

                                    Must possess good interpersonal skills,

                                    patience and the ability to deal with

                                    confused, sometimes uncooperative

                                    patients 

                                    And/or be with patients experiencing

                                    depression and/or suicide ideations

                                    Must have the ability to assist with

                                    physical restraint of patient

                                    Able to lift 50 lbs

                                    Experience as a home health aid,

personal care aid, or in volunteer

Emergency Medical Services desired

Education:                   High School graduate

01.6010.649.001

Position:                      Sitter

Department:                MSU 3

Particulars:                  Per Diem

                                    All Shifts

                                    Must be available at least two (2)

                                    shifts (days, evenings, nights) and

                                    be able to report to work with only

                                    a few hours notice

                                    Must possess good interpersonal skills,

                                    patience and the ability to deal with

                                    confused, sometimes uncooperative

                                    patients 

                                    And/or be with patients experiencing

                                    depression and/or suicide ideations

                                    Must have the ability to assist with

                                    physical restraint of patient

                                    Able to lift 50 lbs

                                    Experience as a home health aid,

personal care aid, or in volunteer

Emergency Medical Services desired

Education:                   High School graduate

01.6020.649.001

Position:                       LPN

Department:                 ER

Particulars:                 Float Pool

                                    Full time  
                                    6:45 am – 7:15 pm
                                    Float among ED, Med-Surg and Rehab
                                    One year Med-Surg experience required

                                    Able to lift frequently and greater than 50lbs

                                    and able to stand for long periods of time         

                                    Current BLS required

                                    A.C.L.S. preferred                  

                                    Commitment to service excellence,

                                    patient safety and effective teamwork

                                    with demonstrated skills in these areas

                                    will be required

Education:                Graduate of accredited LPN program and
                                   currently licensed in NYS

To Apply:                  Please apply on-line at:  http://www.cphospital.org/

                                                              AND

                                    A copy to Dianne Rawson, Night Shift Supervisor

                                    and Float Pool Nurse Manager at:

                                    drawson@cphospital.org

01.6710.705.003

Position:                       RN

Department:                 ER

Particulars:                   Float Pool

                                     Full time  

6:45 pm – 7:15 am

Float among ER, Med-Surg and

at least one other unit of the

RN’s choice

One year Med-Surg experience

required

ER experience desired

Charge experience and national

certification in related specialty

desired     

                                                Able to lift frequently and greater than 50lbs

                                                and stand for long periods of time         

                                               current BLS required

                                               A.C.L.S. or willing to take within one

                                               year is required

                                               Commitment to service excellence,

                                              patient safety and effective teamwork

                                              with demonstrated skills in these areas

                                              will be required

Education:                    Graduate of accredited RN program and
                                       currently licensed in NYS

To Apply:                     Please apply on-line at:  www.cphospital.org

                                                              AND

                                    A copy to Dianne Rawson, Night Shift Supervisor

                                    and Float Pool Nurse Manager at:

                                    drawson@cphospital.org

01.6710.165.023

Position:                     RN

Department:              MSU 2

Particulars:                Full time

                                    7 pm – 7 am

                                    BLS current

                                    ACLS a plus

                                    Able to lift frequently greater than 50 lbs. and stand for

                                    long periods of time

                                    Work in a fast paced busy unit with commitment to

                                    service excellence and excellent customer service
                                    skills

                                    Willing to work in a team atmosphere

                                    Charge experience preferred

            `                       Commitment to being a lead role in a

                                    Team oriented department

Education:                 Graduate of an accredited RN program

01.6010.165.018                                   

Position:                       Nurse Aide

Department:                 MSU 2

Particulars:                   Temporary 60%

            3 pm – 11 pm

                                    Nurse aide certification or successful completion of one

                                    semester of a nursing program at an accredited school                      

Successful candidate must be able to work in a busy

environment with adaption for change

Must be able to frequently lift greater than 50 1bs.

and will have repetitive motions frequently

Able to stand for long periods

Education:                    High School Graduate or Equivalent

Nurse aide certification or successful completion of one

semester of a nursing program at an accredited school              

Position:                       LPN

Department:                 SLU Heath Center (St. Lawrence University)

Particulars:                    60%

                                    8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                                    4 days per week when school is in session

The successful candidate will assist in patient management, including supporting provider staff, providing immunizations and allergy injections, performing minor laboratory tests, and routine supply/office maintenance.

May be required to work additional hours or weekends during semester

start up or times of increased patient needs.

 May float to CPH during non-academic year weeks.

Able to lift frequently and greater than 50 lbs. repeatedly

Able to work as a cohesive team member, and possess excellent customer service skills.

LPN licensure required.  One year experience desired. 

Medical office experience desired.  Excellent customer service, communication, and teamwork skills required.  BLS required.  

Education:                    Graduate of accredited LPN program and currently

                                        LPN licensed in NYS

01.7529.705.001

Position:                        RN

Department:                  Gastro

Particulars:                    Temporary – Full Time

                                    10 hour shift                            

                                    General hours are 8 am – 6 pm

                                    Monday, Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays

                                    Flexibility necessary as overtime does occur

                                    To assist MD as necessary and provide

                                    procedural sedation and monitor patients

                                    throughout procedures                         

                                    Previous procedural sedation experience preferred

                                    Must focus on patient safety and service

                                    excellence

                                    Must be able to stand for long periods and

                                    transport patients via stretcher (pushing/pulling)                                                              Must be BLS certified, ACLS certified with

                                    current NYS RN licensure

                                    It is anticipated that this temporary position will

                                    last approximately one (1) year

Education:                    Graduate of an approved RN program

                                    Current NYS RN Licensure

01.7911.165.002           

Position:                    RN

Department:               ICU

Particulars:                The successful candidate will have at least one year of medical surgical nursing experience, ACLS certified is a  must as well as successful completion of an accepted critical care course, PAL course a plus. Must be able to stand for long periods of time, lift greater than 50 lbs frequently. Also, must have the ability to handle stressful situations. Must have good customer service skills, team oriented individual with commitment to service excellence.

Education:                  Graduate of an approved RN program

                                    Current NYS RN Licensure

01.6330.165.020

Position:                     RN

Department:               OB (Birthplace)

Particulars:                 Full Time  

                                    7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (12 hour shift)   

                                    Occasional floating to other units required

                                    One year minimum acute care experience required

                                    or 6 months for RN’s with LPN experience

                                    OB/Nursery experience preferred

                                    Able to lift frequently and greater than 50 lbs.

                                    Able to stand for long periods of time

                                    Successful candidate will have the ability to

                                    work well as a team member and possess
                                    excellent communication skills

                                    Commitment to exemplary customer service

Education:                  Graduate of an approved RN program

                                    Current NYS RN Licensure

                                    National certification in OB related field desired

01.6250.165.020

Position:                        RN

Department:                  ER

Particulars:                    Full Time

                                    7 pm to 7 am

                                    Current BLS

                                    A.C.L.S., T.N.C.C., E.N.P.C. preferred

                                    Previous Emergency Department experience    

                                    Ability to function in a fast paced environment

                                    Ability to function as a team member                

Education:                    Graduate of an approved RN program

                                      Current NYS RN Licensure

01.6710.165.002

Position:                        RN

Department:                  ER

Particulars:                    Full Time

                                    7 pm to 7 am

                                    Current BLS

                                    A.C.L.S., T.N.C.C., E.N.P.C. preferred

                                    Previous Emergency Department experience    

                                    Ability to function in a fast paced environment

                                    Ability to function as a team member                

Education:                    Graduate of an approved RN program

                                      Current NYS RN Licensure

01.6710.165.003

Position:                      RN

Department:               OB (Birthplace)

Particulars:                 Full Time  

                                    7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (12 hour shift)   

                                    Occasional floating to other units required

                                    One year minimum acute care experience required

or 6 months for RN’s with LPN experience

                                    OB/Nursery experience preferred

                                    Able to lift frequently and greater than 50 lbs.

                                    Able to stand for long periods of time

                                    Successful candidate will have the ability to

                                    work well as a team member and 
                                    possess excellent communication skills

                                    Commitment to exemplary customer service

Education:                  Graduate of an approved RN program

                                    Current NYS RN Licensure

                                    National certification in OB related field desired

01.6250.165.009

Position:                       Ward Clerk

Department:                  OR

Particulars:                    40%

                                    Shift is 9 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

                                    The successful candidate for this part-time

                                    ward clerk opportunity must have a clinical

                                     knowledge base of surgical procedures

                                    Must know how to schedule procedures in the
                                    Array System and Meditech order/entry
                                    application knowledge is also required

                                    People skills, phone etiquette, organizational

                                    and customer service skills are required

                                    The indentified person will be a back up for the

                                    OR scheduler when that individual is on vacation

The indentified individual in addition to knowing  how to schedule procedures in the Array system must also know how to log in hard copy intraoperative documentation into the system to enable the operating room to be up to-date in electronic documentation. This individual must be able to compile OR charts (charge sheets per specialty) for the next day's cases plus have labels printed, specimen paperwork and pathology slips prepared.

Education:                    High School Graduate or Equivalent

01.7040.640.003

Position:                     Nurse Aide

Department:               MSU 3

Particulars:                 60%

                                    7 am – 3 pm and every other weekend

                                    Nurse aide certification or successful completion
                                    of one semester of a nursing program at
                                    an accredited school
                                    Excellent customer service skills
                                    Excellent communication skills
                                    Work in a fast paced environment
                                    Must be able to frequently lift greater than 50 1bs.
                                    Able to stand for long periods

Education:                  High School Graduate or Equivalent
                                    Nurse aide certification or successful
                                    completion of one semester of a nursing
                                    program at an accredited school

01.6020.650.004

Position:                      RN

Department:               MSU 3

Particulars:                 Full Time

                                    7 pm – 7 am

                                    Charge experience required

                                    BLS current

                                    ACLS a plus

                                    Able to lift frequently greater than 50 lbs. and

                                    stand for long periods of time

                                    Work in a fast paced busy unit with commitment to

                                    service excellence

                                    Must be an effective communicator and demonstrate

                                    excellent customer service skills

Current NYS RN License

Education:                 Graduate of an accredited RN program

01.6020.165.002

Position:                        LPN

Department:                  Chemical Rehab

Particulars:                    40%  

11 pm – 7 am

Charge of the rehab unit

Chemical Dependency experience will be

considered first

Performs a variety of direct and

Indirect patient care duties including

case management of assigned patients

As well as assuring good order and

functioning of the unit

At least one year of acute care nursing

Basic understanding of addiction diseases

or willingness to be trained

Must be able to lift frequently and greater

than 50 pounds

Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Current BLS required

ACLS preferred

Commitment to service excellence, patient

Safety and effective teamwork is required

with demonstrated skills in these areas

Two years continuous abstinence if recovering                                   

Education:                   Graduate of accredited LPN program and

                                     currently licensed in NYS with CPR certification

01.6630.705.002

Position:                        LPN

Department:                  Physician Practice Management

Particulars:                    Per Diem Pool

                                    Hours will vary 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. or

                                    9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

                                    Must possess ability to work in a team

                                    oriented setting, able to multi task

                                    Must be committed to service excellence

                                    and patient satisfaction combined with

                                    good communication skills, interpersonal

                                    skills, strong customer service

                                    Excellent technical skills will be required

                                    Current BLS required

Education:                    Graduate of accredited LPN program and
                                       currently licensed in NYS

01.7613.705.001

Position Title:                   Assistant Director, Med-Surg Unit

Status:                                  Full-Time

Department:                      Med-Surg Unit 3

Position Summary:         Full Time          

                                             12:00 noon to 8:00 pm

             (Hours are not negotiable however can be every other
             weekend if desired)

The successful candidate will assist the director with management of the unit.  This position

evaluates the overall unit and individual staff performance in accordance with the nursing mission/vision, policies and procedures, standards of nursing practice, and requirements of regulatory agencies.  Participates in Performance Improvement Program, with a particular focus on evidence based metrics such as “present on admission” indicators, core measures, and National Patient Safety Goals.

 Assists with scheduling and staffing. Provides direct care as necessary, particularly with respect to the admission process and may provide cross-coverage within both medical -surgical units relative to the admission process.

Responsible for “charge” duties when director not present. 
Hires, trains, and supervises sitters.

             Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications preferred

             Excellent communication skills, both verbal
             and written required

Education, training and experience: certification/licensure:

 RN/Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and
 current licensure in New York State
 Charge nurse experience and demonstrated leadership skills required

 BSN preferred

 BS in nursing or willing to obtain within 5 years

 National certification in medical surgical nursing preferred

01.6020.175.001

Position:                        Registered Nurse (RN)

Department:                  Gastro/AM Surg.

Particulars:                    60% - 10 hour shifts

                                      2 - 10 hour shifts per week

This career opportunity consists of flexible hours ranging from
6 am - 4 pm to 10 am – 8 pm.

Job duties may include pre and post op care of AM Surg and/or Endo patients, Endo circulating and procedural sedation and endoscope positioning/repositioning will be required.  The potential candidate must be well organized and be able to work in a fast paced, high stress area and have the ability to multi-task.  The successful candidate must have a current NYS RN license and be BLS and ACLS certified.  Candidate must be able to stand for prolonged periods and the ability to push and pull.  Excellent customer service and teamwork skills are required.  Previous ambulatory surgery/endoscopy experience preferred.        

Education:                    Graduate of an approved RN program

                                       Current NYS RN Licensure     

01.7911.165.008

Position:                        RN

Department:                  Medical Oncology

Particulars:                    Per Diem

                                    7.5 hours – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The successful candidate will plan, organize, administer and evaluate

individualized, professional nursing care for patients within a newly created medical oncology practice/infusion service department, in accordance with Canton-Potsdam Hospital (CPH) policies and procedures and the Nurse Practice Act. 
Maintains the standard of nursing care as established by CPH, the Oncology Nursing Society and the Infusion Nurses Society. 
Participates in patient teaching/discharge planning. 
Assist the oncologist with medical office visits and patient flow. 

Must have excellent IV start skills and experience with chemotherapy and outpatient infusion therapy.  PICC insertion skills or willing to obtain is required.
Will provide such services for inpatients as well at times. 
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds, must be able to bend, stoop,
push and pull and has to be able to walk/stand most of the day. 

Education, Training and Experience Certification/Licensure:

BSN preferred.  Oncology Certification (OCN) required.  If not currently OCN

certified will complete all necessary prerequisites and sit for next available

exam.  Current NYS license and current RN registration required. BLS required.

ACLS desired.  Minimum of one year medical oncology infusion experience

preferred.

01.7535.165.002

Position:                      RN

Department:               Operating Room

Particulars:                 Full Time

                                     10 hour shift with call availability

                                     may be required to stay until schedule is complete –

                                     start with 7.5hour shift until staffing needs met

                                     Strong OR circulating background in all specialties -

                                     familiarity with AORN Standards
                                     and Recommendations
                                    ACLS or willingness to obtain in a year
                                    Team player, self -directed, excellent customer
                                    service skills able to lift heavy
                                   OR instrument trays, move equipment and
                                   patients and transport       

Education:                  Graduate of an accredited RN school of nursing

                                    Current NYS RN Licensure

01.7040.165.002

Position:                      RN

Department:               Operating Room

Particulars:                 Full Time

                                    10 hour shift with call availability –
                                    and may be required to stay until

                                    the schedule is completed – start with

                                    7.5 hour shift until staffing needs are met

                                    Strong OR circulating background in all

                                    specialties and familiarity with AORN

                                    standards and recommendations                                                  

                                    BLS current
                                    ACLS or willing to obtain within one year                                      Successful candidate must be a team player,

                                    self-directed, excellent customer service skills

                                    Able to lift heavy OR instrument trays, move

                                    equipment and patients, transport             

Education:                 Graduate of an accredited RN school of nursing

                                   Current NYS RN Licensure 

01.7040.165.004

Position:                        LPN

Department:                  Brasher Falls Clinic

Particulars:                    60%

                                    Ability to work in a busy practice requiring

                                    multi-tasking skills in a team oriented setting

                                    Must have excellent technical skills,

                                    experience working in medical office

                                    setting is preferred

                                    Must be committed to service excellence

                                    with good communication skills, interpersonal

                                    skills and strong customer service

                                    Must have current BLS

                                    Experience with adult and pediatric

                                    population, experience with pediatric

                                    immunizations is preferred

Education:                    Graduate of accredited LPN program and

                                      currently licensed in NYS

01.7531.705.004

Position:                      Case Manager

Department:                Quality Management

Position:            Nurse Aide Float

Department:      Nursing Administration

Particulars:        60%
                        3 pm to 11 pm                        

                        Acute care/Med-Surg experience desirable

                        Must be able to frequently lift greater than 50 lbs.

                        Able to stand for long periods

                        Will work with bodily fluids

                        Must possess good interpersonal skills with
                        commit to Standards of Behavior and
                        Service Excellence                       

Education:        High School Graduate or Equivalent                                  

                          Nurse aide certification required

01.8760.650.002

Position:                     Case Manager

Department:               Quality Management

Particulars:                 Per Diem (8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.)

 BSN preferred with a minimum of 5 years

 clinical experience as a community health

 nurse is preferred

 Must possess strong communication skills,

 critical thinking skills, ability to make independent

 decisions, strong interpersonal skills,

 strong negotiation skills, diplomacy,

 skills for diffusing highly stressful situations,

 flexibility with work hours to meet patients
 needs, excellent organizational skills,
 ability to manage changing priorities 

Education:                  Current NYS RN License

01.8740.350.008

Position:                         LPN

Department:                  Cardiology Clinic

Particulars:                    Full Time (variable hours)

                                    Will need to float at least 40% of

                                    the time to cover other clinics under

                                    Physician Practice Management

                                    Ability to work in a busy practice requiring

                                    multitasking in a team oriented setting  

                                    Must be committed to service excellence
                                    with good communication, interpersonal skills,
                                    along with strong customer service skills a must

                                    Must have current BLS

                                    Excellent technical skills required

                                    Prior experience working in a Cardiology
                                   Clinic preferred

Education:                    Graduate of accredited LPN program and currently

                                    licensed as an LPN in NYS

01.7627.705.001

Position:            Sleep Lab RN/Tech

Department:      Sleep Lab

Particulars:        60%                                               

                        12 hour night shifts 7 PM-7 AM

                        Previous experience and training preferred,

                        but, not required.

                        Must have the ability to work independently

                        and possess strong customer service skills

Education:        NYS Licensed RT, RN, or RPSGT

01.7421.165.004

Position:                     Nurse Aide

Department:               MSU 3

Particulars:                 Temporary  Full Time

                                    7 am – 3 pm and every other weekend

                                    Nurse aide certification or successful completion
                                    of one semester of a nursing program at an
                                    accredited school

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent communication skills

Work in a fast paced environment

Must be able to frequently lift greater than 50 1bs.

Able to stand for long periods

Education:                  High School Graduate or Equivalent
                                    Nurse aide certification or successful completion
                                    of one semester of a nursing program at an
                                    accredited school

01.6020.650.001

Position:                        LPN

Department:                  Physician Practice Management

                                      (Dr. Rehman’s Office)

Particulars:                    Full Time

                                    Experience working in a clinic setting

                                    preferred

                                    Must possess ability to work in a team

                                    oriented setting, able to multi task

                                    Must be committed to service excellence

                                    and patient satisfaction combined with

                                    good communication skills, interpersonal

                                    skills and strong customer service skills

                                    Must be able to complete varied pre-

                                    authorizations, excellent telephone skills

                                    The successful candidate will participate

                                    in performance improvement activities,

                                    and patient education

                                    May have to float to other clinic areas

                                    as needed

                                    Excellent technical skills will be required

                                    Current BLS required

Education:                    Graduate of accredited LPN program and

                                     currently licensed in NYS

01.7615.705.001

Position:                      Nurse Aide

Department:               MSU 3

Particulars:                 40%

                                    3 pm – 11 am

                                    Current nurse aide certification or successful

                                    completion of one semester of a nursing

                                    program at an accredited school

                                    BLS required
                                    Must be able to lift greater than 50 lbs. frequently
                                    and must be able to stand for long periods of time
                                    Work in a very busy atmosphere
                                    Commitment to service excellence,
                                    meet CPH Standards of Behavior and
                                    excellent customer service skills    

Education:                 High School Graduate or Equivalent

01.6020.650.003

Physician Assistant Vacancy

Canton-Potsdam Hospital is a 94-bed acute care facility located Potsdam, NY, in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York, in the beautiful St. Lawrence River Valley.

What we do at Canton-Potsdam Hospital is care for life, everyday and in countless ways. We're much more than a list of services and technologies. The real source of our strength is our people: a health care team passionate about patient care.

Are you ready to work where high-quality patient care matters most?  If so, and you are ready to join our professional staff, we currently have a vacant full-time Physician Assistant position waiting for you.  In this position, you will assist physicians in the care of our patients with responsibilities including admissions/discharges, history and physicals, daily rounds on Detox and sick call on Rehab, accountability for all documentation.  At least a bachelor’s degree in a Physician Assistant program, with proper certification required.   Must work cooperatively with other professionals and collaborate with Medical Director.  24-hour call on days worked.  Competitive wages and benefits.

For more details please visit our web site.  Apply online at the hospital website or in person to:

Carla Snell

Human Resources Department

50 Leroy St.

Potsdam, NY  13676

Phone (315) 261-5455

www.cphospital.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Canton-Potsdam Hospital is proud to be a Tobacco-Free Organization

Position:           Pharmacy Technician

Department:     Pharmacy

Particulars:       Per Diem
                       Available until 7 pm Monday-Friday
                       Be available to work weekends and some holidays   
                       Requires standing for extended periods, some lifting
                       Pharmacy experience is a plus 

Education:       High School Graduate or Equivalent

01.8470.730.003

Position:                       Certified Ophthalmology Assistant

Department:                 Ophthalmology Clinic

Particulars:                    Temporary Full Time

                                    For period of approximately 14 months

                                    Will perform preliminary screening examinations

                                    for physician review

                                    Will direct the flow of patients examined

                                    by the Ophthalmologist, will obtain

                                    medical and personal data from patients

                                    for chart

                                    Will calibrate and maintain all instruments

                                    Will assist Ophthalmologist as indicated

                                    Must have excellent communication skills

                                    Must be able to multi-task, and have

                                    excellent organizational skills

                                    Must be able to work in a team approach

                                    atmosphere, making service excellence

                                    A priority to patients                

Education:                    High School Graduate or Equivalent

01.7617.251.003

Position:                        Certified Ophthalmology Assistant

Department:                  Ophthalmology Clinic

Particulars:                    Per Diem

                                    Will perform preliminary screening examinations

                                    for physician review

                                    Will direct the flow of patients examined

                                    by the Ophthalmologist, will obtain

                                    medical and personal data from patients

                                    for chart

                                    Will calibrate and maintain all instruments

                                    Will assist Ophthalmologist as indicated

                                    Must have excellent communication skills

                                    Must be able to multi-task, and have

                                    excellent organizational skills

                                    Must be able to work in a team approach

                                    atmosphere, making service excellence

                                    a priority to patients                 

Education:                    High School Graduate or Equivalent

01.7617.251.004

Position:                        PC and Network Tech ll 

Particulars:                    Temporary Full Time

                                         8 am – 4 pm
      Must be able to assess, troubleshoot and repair PC’s and various

    network equipment  
      High level of customer service skills, with previous Helpdesk experience
    preferred
      Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
      Proficient with MS Windows, Office and troubleshooting tools
    and techniques
      Tech will execute Work Orders throughout the hospital and clinics
     Will also have Helpdesk and 24/7 On-Call duties

Education:                    High School Graduate minimum, 2 year

                                    Computer-related degree preferred

01.8680.378.001

Position:                     Sleep Lab Technician

Department:               Sleep Lab

Particulars:                 Per Diem

                                    10 or 12 hour shifts

                                    Previous experience and training preferred, but not
                                    required

                                    Must have ability to work independently and possess

                                    strong customer service skills

Education:                  NYS license RT, RN, or RPSGT                                         

Creation

Position:                     Ophthalmology Technician Certified

Department:                Ophthalmology Clinic

Particulars:                    Full Time

                                    Technician will perform preliminary

                                    screening examinations for physician

                                    review

                                    Will direct the flow of patients examined

                                    by the Ophthalmologist, will obtain medical

                                    and personal data from patients for charts

                                    Will calibrate and maintain all instruments

                                    Will assist Ophthalmologist as indicated

                                    Must have excellent communication skills

                                    Ability to multi task, and have excellent  

                                    organizational skills

                                    Ability to work in a team approach

                                    atmosphere, making service excellence

                                    a priority for patients                        

Education:                    High School Graduate or Equivalent

                                    Requires completion of Ophthalmic Technician

                                    Training and Certification as a Certified

                                    Ophthalmic Technician by the Joint Commission

                                    On Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology,

                                    (JCAHPO) degrees, licensure, and/or certification

01.7617.695.001

Position:                     Registered Ultrasound Sonographer

Department:               Radiology/Imaging Services

Particulars:                 Per Diem

                                    Variable shifts

Scheduled shifts to vary based on needs,

will  involve call coverage, holidays and weekends

Must be Registered Ultrasound Technologist

Must be graduate of accredited US program

Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Must be competent in scanning all aspects of anatomy as ordered

Prefer experience with PACS systems

Must work well with people, in fast paced environment, and be able to multitask  
                                          

Education:                  High School Graduate or Equivalent

                                    Graduate of an accredited U.S. Program/

                                    Radiologic Technology program required

                                    Registered Ultrasound Technologist with Current

                                    License

01.7350.820.005

Position:                       Laboratory Technologist

Department:                 Laboratory

Particulars:  Full Time 11 pm – 7 am

To rotate through all of the Laboratory sections (Department) and to learn the various tests, instruments, procedures and duties as required of the Registered Medical Technologists. Teach and supervise all interested students, technicians and new technicians and new technologists during their orientation procedures and relevant background in the Laboratory.

Certification/Licensure:        

Medical Technologists with Bachelor’s of Science degree in Licensure Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology or other related field registered by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists in the Medical Technology or specialty field, or any equivalent training and experience satisfactory to the Laboratory Director, New York State Department of Health, Laws of the Federal Government and other regulatory agencies, such as Joint Accreditations, etc. CLIA “88”.

Special Equipment     :

A Medical Technologist will be responsible for the direction and skills, or other supervision of one to five persons, student technicians, technicians and/or technologists, depending on the department, shift, holiday or weekend.  Will assist in training and evaluating student technicians and will be responsible for training new technicians and technologists.

Will provide verbal review of each student, new employee and/or subordinate to assist the supervisor with her written evaluation of subordinates.  Will assist supervisor with recommendations for schedules, staffing and personnel decisions.  Is also responsible for directing the work to be done; reviewing all work done in his/her section and/or laboratory and makes necessary decisions to provide constant and reliable results. Performs and/or directs specialized testing and/or procedures.  Performs parallel testing in evaluating new equipment and/or procedures.  Provides Quality Assurance views as required by superior.  They cannot be official Department Heads until they are certified.

Work Environment and Hazards:

Medical Technologists are subject to above average stress.  Frequent exposure to unpleasant odors, fumes and sights; e.g., patient's conditions, stool and urine examination,

sterilizing culture media, necrotic tissue, exudates, sputa, etc.
Constant noise levels due to a variety of equipment throughout the Laboratory.

Class I - Employees who have contact with blood/body fluids or items contaminated with blood/body fluids on an almost daily basis.

Special Physical Demands:

Light lifting (up to 25 lbs), frequent trips to floors, emergency
room or outpatient room for venipunctures, etc., with bending and stooping.
May have fairly long periods of standing or sitting with intensely
concentrated instrument work over half the day.
Subject to electrical shock, burns (chemical and heat), infection from
specimens and/or patient contact
(e.g.; infectious hepatitis, tuberculosis, etc.), exposure to paraffin,
lacerations, needle punctures, radioactive material and/or specimens.

01.7211.690.010