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The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), DBA Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce.

Don't Miss Our November Newsletter

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Our November Workforce Development Board/Working Solutions newsletter is jam-packed with news and opportunities for job seekers and businesses!

This month we're sharing several job fairs and hiring events, grant learning/training opportunities for businesses and job seekers, featured job opportunities, workforce news, helpful articles and resources for workers with disabilities, community events and more. PLUS we've got an invitation for businesses to attend our informational roundtable to learn how businesses can benefit from apprenticeships AND we've got a PAID training opportunity for job seekers!

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DOCCS is holding a hiring event on November 15th

If you are a Registered Nurse, LPN, or Nursing Assistant, here’s your next opportunity!  They are also recruiting MD/PA/NP’s, Dentists, Hygienists, and Dental Assistants. Positions are available at Marcy, Midstate and Mohawk Facilities.

When/Where: November 15th from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Mohawk Correctional Facility in Rome

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Little Falls Hospital has an Immediate Need for a Computed Tomography Technologist

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Part-Time - Hiring Immediately!

Job Description: The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist will work Per Diem, Various Shift & Weekend and will acquire CT images and evaluates exams for technical quality and perform CT examinations as requested and in accordance to established guidelines.

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist transports patients to and from the room when required as designated by the Manager.

Prepares and dispenses oral contrasts as indicated per protocol.

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist assists in the positioning of patients during CT examination.

Sets up sterile trays as indicated.

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist explains scans and procedures to the patients to set aside fears; properly performs all studies and records all data into the appropriate logbooks.

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist maintains adequate inventory of supplies within Diagnostic as well as the CT scanner.

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist cleans and organizes x-ray rooms and CT room after patient use.

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist checks instrument calibrations daily; performing quality control procedures daily on equipment and conducts ongoing equipment maintenance and room checks.

Maintain accurate patient records for all procedures performed, maintaining patient confidentiality, and adhering to all HIPAA standards.

Participate in department on-call rotation as policy states.

Perform similar or related duties as requested or directed.

Qualifications

Bassett Healthcare Network follows the New York State and New York State Department of Health COVID-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare workers. This mandate requires COVID-19 vaccinations for personnel working for or on behalf of our hospitals and nursing homes. The New York State mandate allows for medical exemptions and religious accommodations, when appropriate. All candidates who accept an offer from Bassett Healthcare Network will be required to show proof of vaccination as required by New York State.

Education:

Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology, required.

Experience:

Previous radiographer/CT experience, required.

Previous experience with P.A.C.'s and R.I.S., preferred.

Licensure/Certificates:

Current NYS licensure as a Radiologic Technologist, required.

American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT/ARRT CT) certification, required within one year of hire.

BLS, required within 30 days of hire.

Benefits:

Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population.

Job Location       Little Falls, NY

Anticipated Start Date:  Immeidately

Work Hours:        Per Diem, Various Shift & Weekend

Normal work days:  Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Overtime?          No

Specialized education required?               NO

Will you accept related experience?        Yes

Are you on a public transportation route?            Yes

Pay Frequency  Hourly

Health Insurance?           Yes

Dental Insurance?           Yes

Paid Vacation?  Yes

Sick Leave?         Yes

Paid Holidays?   Yes

Retirement Plan?             Yes        

To Apply, Contact: Jada Mitchell

Email    

Website Address:             https://careers-bassett.icims.com/jobs/4668/computed-tomography-%28ct%29-technologist/job?mode=view

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Little Falls Hospital is Hiring a Clinical Laboratory/Medical Technologist

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$10,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS Available (connect with our Talent Acquisition team on eligibility requirements)

Responsibilities

The Clinical Laboratory / Medical Technologist will work Regular Full-Time Monday to Friday, 12:30PM - 11PM with rotating Weekends/Holidays.

As measured by direct or indirect supervisory observation and/or co-worker feedback, the Clinical Laboratory (CLT) / Medical Technologist (MT) demonstrates skills in the following duties and responsibilities. Examples of these include but are not limited to the following areas of responsibility listed below.

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST DUTIES:

The Clinical Laboratory (CLT) / Medical Technologist (MT) performs and verifies (reports) laboratory tests and/or prepares products for transfusion on acceptable specimens.

Laboratory test results need to be technically accurate and medically reliable, in accordance with established procedures and protocols, and available in a timely manner.

Bassett Healthcare Network follows the New York State and New York State Department of Health COVID-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare workers. This mandate requires COVID-19 vaccinations for personnel working for or on behalf of our hospitals and nursing homes. The New York State mandate allows for medical exemptions and religious accommodations, when appropriate. All candidates who accept an offer from Bassett Healthcare Network will be required to show proof of vaccination as required by New York State.

Education:

Candidates must be qualified as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in accordance with New York State Department of Health regulations.

Licensure/Certificates:

Licensure by NYS SED as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, required. Or licensure- eligible with a limited permit or limited license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.

Limited Permit is granted to individuals that meet the educational requirements for licensure except for the licensing examination which must be taken within one year from the issuance of a limited permit.

Experience:

Experience in a standard laboratory methodology, required.

Previous clinical laboratory experience, preferred.

Skills:

Strong attention to detail, precision, and commitment to accuracy are essential.

Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Ability to build rapport quickly, develop trust, sustain working relationships, and represent LFH positively in internal and external meetings is required.

Strong time-management and organizational skills are required.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to, Excel, Word, and Power Point, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Position requires extensive standing, routine walking, occasional sitting, and some repetitive hand motions.

Ability to push/pull up to 50 lbs and lift objects of up to 50 lbs is occasionally required.

Position includes exposure to moving electro-mechanical parts, some loud noises, and infectious substances.

Position requires extensive close visual work, requiring visual acuity.

Position requires some telephone communication, requiring the ability to listen and respond clearly.

Some laboratory tests performed are dependent on color determination. Ability to differentiate colors is required to perform these tests.

Benefits:

Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population.

Anticipated Start Date:  Immediately

Job is:    Full Time

Work Hours:       Regular Full-Time Monday to Friday, 12:30PM - 11PM with rotating Weekends/Holidays.

Normal work days:          Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Overtime?          No

Will you accept related experience?        Yes

Will you accept a trainee?            Yes

Are you on a public transportation route?            Yes

Pay Frequency  Hourly

Health Insurance?           Yes

Dental Insurance?           Yes

Paid Vacation?  Yes

Sick Leave?         Yes

Paid Holidays?   Yes

Retirement Plan?             Yes

Location: 140 Burwell St., Little Falls, NY 13365   

To Apply, Contact:           Jada Mitchell

Email    

Website Address:             https://careers-bassett.icims.com/jobs/5339/clinical-laboratory---medical-technologist/job?mode=view

             

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Little Falls Hospital is Hiring a Part-Time Laboratory Support Technician

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Hiring Immediately!

 

Job Description: The Laboratory Support Technician will work Per Diem Various Shift & Weekends, 7AM - 3:30PM or 3PM - 11PM and will perform prompt, courteous, diagnostic and support services.

The Laboratory Support Technician performs routine/urgent/STAT phlebotomy, electrocardiograms (EKG), and limited testing, verifying patients identity and labeling specimens and entry of proper patient information into the EKG machine following established protocols with 1 exception per year as measured by physician feedback, Cardiology Department review and managerial observation.

Routinely performs EKG and/or collects specimens that are of high-quality including blood culture specimens that have a contamination rate of <3%, collects the appropriate specimen(s) for the test(s) ordered, generating collections labels for inpatient draws to assure on time collection, 95 - 98% of the time as measured by supervisory review.

Qualifications

Bassett Healthcare Network follows the New York State and New York State Department of Health COVID-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare workers. This mandate requires COVID-19 vaccinations for personnel working for or on behalf of our hospitals and nursing homes.  The New York State mandate allows for medical exemptions and religious accommodations, when appropriate. All candidates who accept an offer from Bassett Healthcare Network will be required to show proof of vaccination as required by New York State.

Education:

High School diploma OR equivalent is required

Experience/Qualifications:

Two years of pertinent experience is preferred

Licensure/Certificates:

None .

Benefits:

Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population.

Anticipated Start Date:  Immediately

Work Hours:       Per Diem Various Shift & Weekends, 7AM - 3:30PM or 3PM - 11PM

Normal work days:          Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Overtime?          No

Will you accept related experience?        Yes

Will you accept a trainee?            Yes

Are you on a public transportation route?            Yes

Pay Frequency  Hourly

Health Insurance?           Yes

Dental Insurance?           Yes

Paid Vacation?  Yes

Sick Leave?         Yes

Paid Holidays?   Yes

Retirement Plan?             Yes

Location:              140 Burwell St.,  Little Falls, NY  13365     

To Apply: Contact       Jada Mitchell

Email    

Website Address:             https://careers-bassett.icims.com/jobs/5468/laboratory-support-technician/job?mode=view

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The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), DBA Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce.

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