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Physician Assistant - Meridian, MS

Rush Foundation Hospital is seeking an experienced Surgical Physician Assistant needed to work full time hours for Cardiovasular Surgery. Previous experience required in Cardiovascular Surgery (at least a minimum of 2 years). Please contact Scott Vincent at 601-703-4216 or visit  www.rushhealthsystems.org .

RNs - Meridian, MS

Rush Foundation Hospital in Meridian is seeking experienced RNs for Labor/Delivery, Pediatrics and Cardiovascular Recovery Unit for full time shifts. Must have a current MS RN license, ACLS, PALS, and BLS. For more information, visit www.rushhealthsystems.org or contact Scott Vincent at 601-703-4216.

This position listing expires on 11/03/08.

Nurse Practitioners - Whitfield, MS

Mississippi State Hospital is seeking a full-time Psychiatric or Family Nurse Practitioner. The incumbent must be certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (ANCC) and/or the American Nursing Credentialing Center (AANP). The incumbent must also be currently certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. State benefits include generous leave time and an excellent retirement plan. For more information, please contact Gene Amason,Medical Staff Liason, Mississippi State Hospital, P.O. Box 157-A, Whitfield, Ms. 39193, 601-351-8381.

Mississippi State Hospital is seeking a full-time Psychiatric or Family Nurse Practitioner for the Brookhaven Crisis Intervention Center. This 16-bed center provides short-term treatment to males in need of acute mental health care. Treatment is based on a 21-day care plan. The incumbent must be certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (ANCC) and/or the American Nursing Credentialing Center (AANP). The incumbent must also be currently certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. State benefits include generous leave time and an excellent retirement plan. For more information, please contact Gene Amason,Medical Staff Liason, Mississippi State Hospital, P.O. Box 157-A, Whitfield, Ms. 39193, 601-351-8381.

Mississippi State Hospital is seeking a full-time or part- time Psychiatric or Family Nurse Practitioner for the Cleveland Crisis Intervention Center. This center provides short-term treatment to males in need of acute mental health care. Treatment is based on a 21-day care plan. The incumbent must be certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (ANCC) and/or the American Nursing Credentialing Center (AANP). The incumbent must also be currently certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. State benefits include generous leave time and an excellent retirement plan. For more information, please contact Gene Amason, Medical Staff Liason, Mississippi State Hospital, P.O. Box 157-A, Whitfield, Ms. 39193, 601-351-8381.

Various positions - Vicksburg, MS

River Region Medical Center has openings for the following positions:

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIRECTOR
The successful candidate must be an RN with at least 3-5 years management experience.  Qualified candidate must possess excellent customer service skills with proven ability to build and maintain physician and employee relations. Two to five years psych experience strongly preferred. Must have a BSN and be eligible for Mississippi licensure. 

REHABILIATION SERVICES DIRECTOR
This director will evaluate and administer therapeutic procedures utilized in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services.  Must possess a degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Therapy from an accredited school and have a minimum of five years clinical experience.  Two years in a leadership experience required.  Current Mississippi state licensure required.

REGISTERED NURSES
Nursing opportunities available.  Current MS RN licensure required.  New graduates welcome.  $5,000 Sign-on Bonus. 

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSES
Nursing opportunities available.  Current MS LPN/LPN II licensure required. 

RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONER
Part-time positions available for registered or registry eligible therapists. Must have current MS licensure. 

PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Full time Physical Therapist positions available.  We have new competitive rates, call pay for weekends, and travel time considered.  Must have current MS PT licensure. 

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
Current Physical Therapy Assistant positions available.  New graduates welcomed.  Must have current MS PTA licensure. 

Excellent compensation and benefit packages. For more information, call 601-883-5900 or apply at www.riverregion.com.

Director of Pharmacy - Tupelo, MS

North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo is seeking a Director of Pharmacy. Qualified candidate must be a graduate from an accredited school of Pharmacy and licensed by the Mississippi State Board of Pharmacy. Experience as a staff Pharmacist and 3-5 years supervisory experience involving management of personnel required. Advanced degree above Pharm D and managerial experience in a teaching environment preferred.

For more information or to apply, contact Lisa Dyson at ldyson@nmhs.net.

Director of Human Resources - Meridian, MS

Riley Hospital in Meridian is seeking a director of human resources.

Requires a bachelor's degree in business or human resources management and five or more years experience in HR (preferably at the director or assistant level). Must have excellent communication, interpersonal and organization skills along with outstanding problem solving and analytical skills.

Position manages overall HR function, including employee relations, recruitment, retention, compensation, benefits and management development at a 140-bed hospital. Manages benefits coordinator and recruiter.

Qualified candidates should submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: Jamie N. Smith, Recruiter, P.O. Box 1810, Meridian, MS 39302; fax (601) 484-3237; or email jamie.smith2@hma.com. You may also apply in person in the Human Resources Department at Riley Hospital.

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Director of Patient Financial Services - Hattiesburg, MS

Forrest General Hospital is seeking a Director of Patient Financial Services.

Responsible for the overall patient account management process. Assigned areas of responsibility include patient accounts, third-party billing and follow-up, governmental billing and follow-up, self-pay collections, outside collection services, cash applications, credit balance coordination, customer service, departmental budget, and applicable involvement with any related Patient Financial Services functions at all extensions of Forrest General Hospital. Employs organizational strategies in a balanced approach that produces meaningful contributions to each element of the Formula for Success. Requires the promotion of and adherence to the organization's established Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with the patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

POSITION: The Director of Patient Financial Services reports to the Director, Revenue Cycle, and ultimately the C.F.O. Is responsible for directing the patient accounting functions for Forrest General Hospital.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree is required; bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or hospital administration preferred. Additionally five years experience in experience in health care patient accounts management, preferably in an acute care hospital or similar institution, is required. The selected candidate will have direct knowledge and experience related to the entire revenue cycle to include: financial counseling, billing, governmental systems and regulations, commercial insurance collections, self-pay collections, and customer support. Additionally, he or she will be customer service oriented, and have a good understanding of commercial insurance, managed care, and governmental regulations, as well as knowledge of budgeting, and ability to keep expenses within budget. The candidate must have a clear understanding of maximizing information resources and interfaces, advanced collection procedures, and billing requirements. There is a strong preference for candidates with SMS Invision knowledge. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word, and have good overall computer skills. Further, the candidate will have a demonstrated aptitude for process improvement/reengineering and the ability to build strong management teams and communicate effectively.

For more information or to apply, contact Krista Sullivan, Senior Healthcare Recruiter, Forrest General Hospital, at Phone: 601.288.1370; Fax: 601.288.1201; or email ksullivan@forrestgeneral.com.

Director of Health Information Management – Hattiesburg, MS

Forrest General Hospital is seeking a Director of HIM.

The Director of HIM directs all departmental functions related to the Hospital's Health Information Management Department and Medical Library Services. Works in an administrative, financial, and clinical capacity relative to the implementation and monitoring of systems necessary for the Hospital's Health Information Management Program and Medical Library Services. Provides leadership in the Hospital’s Enterprise Document Imaging business operations.

Scope of Services includes direction of: Patient Identification and numbering system; Creation and monitoring of medical record documentation; Release of Information; Dictation and transcription systems for Health Information Management and Radiology; ICD-9 and CPT coding for billing; Decision Support; Cancer Registry; HIPPA regulation compliance, data security, privacy, and confidentiality processes; Document Imaging; Chart Management and Tracking; Storage and retrieval systems; and Medical Library Services. JCAHO function leader for all Health Information Management standards. Assist in preparation of department budget; Administer department budget and ensures that all spending is within budgetary guidelines

Provides support and development opportunities for Health Information Management and Medical Library Services personnel. Good organizational skills are necessary for assisting in the planning, directing, and evaluating Department functions. Employs organizational strategies in a balanced approach that produces meaningful contributions to each element of the Formula for Success. Requires the promotion of and adherence to the organization's established Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with the patients, families, and visitors of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Administration or related field from an accredited university and a minimum of five years experience in health information management leadership role or clinical nursing/hospital administration role is required. Electronic medical record experience preferred. Must have a working knowledge and experience with information systems management, health information management, and ICD 9/CPT coding functions.

For more information or to apply, contact Krista Sullivan, Senior Healthcare Recruiter, Forrest General Hospital, at Phone: 601.288.1370; Fax: 601.288.1201; or email ksullivan@forrestgeneral.com.