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Missoula Bone & Joint is looking for an As Needed/Fill-In Operating Room Registered Nurse

(Days/hours flexible on an as needed basis for vacation/sick coverage-no regularly scheduled hours)

Requirements:

• High school graduate or GED certificate recipient
• Graduate of accredited school of nursing
• RN with active license in Montana
• BLS/ACLS certification
• Leadership qualities
• Strong ethical and moral character references
• Language skills adequate for high-level written, interpersonal, and telephone communication in American English

Preferred:

• AORN, NAON, CNOR or ONC certification
• PALS Certification
• ASC experience with minimum 2 years recent experience as a circulating nurse

How To Apply:

Please follow the instructions on this site for How to Apply for a Job.

Missoula Bone & Joint is looking for a Full-Time Patient Service Coordinator

This position is scheduled for 38.5 hours per week as follows: 08:30AM-04:30PM Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays and 08:30-05:30 on Wednesdays.

Duties:

Greets patients and makes sure that necessary paperwork is completed; Schedules and reschedules patients’ appointments per established protocols by provider; Serves as a primary customer service representative for MBJ; Completes other duties and special projects, as assigned or requested.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Good typing skills
• Good communication skills
• Good computer skills
• Ability to run fax machine, postage meter and printers
• Strong ethical and moral character references

Preferred:

• Medical receptionist experience

Missoula Bone & Joint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits.

How To Apply:

Please follow the instructions on this page for How to Apply for a Job.

Missoula Bone & Joint has an immediate opening for an as needed/fill-in MRI Radiologic Technologist.

Days/hours are flexible on an as needed basis for vacation/sick and other coverage. This includes Saturday shifts and shifts can be up to 12 hours.

Responsible for performing diagnostic orthopedic MRIs per established provider and Medical MR Director protocols, critiquing MR scan quality.

*We also have two scheduled shifts to offer this person once they are trained! Monday 1pm-5pm and every other Saturday 8:30am-2pm for an average of 6.25 scheduled hours.*

Requirements:

• Must be available to work around the holidays and cover for vacations as needed

• High school diploma or GED certificate

• Graduate of accredited radiologic technologist program

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist registration

• Previous Orthopedic radiology experience preferred

• MRI Certification preferred within one year of hire.

• One year of full-time equivalent experience as an MR technologist performing a minimum of 100 examinations

• 15 hours of Category I AMA or RCEEM approved MR related continuing education every three years.

• Good communication skills

• Good computer skills

• Strong ethical and moral character references

How To Apply:

Please visit our website at www.missoulaboneandjoint.com and click on the 'join our team' link and follow the instructions on How to Apply for a Job.

**Resumes submitted without an application will be rejected**

Job Description

Missoula Bone & Joint has an immediate opening for a Physical Therapist treating pre and post-surgical conditions, sports injuries, and spinal conditions.

This position will start out as a Part-Time position scheduled approximately 20 hours per week in our outpatient orthopedic clinic, with flexibility to provide coverage which may include Saturday hours. The position will transition to Full-Time hours in November to provide inpatient Physical Therapy coverage at our new outpatient surgery center.

Required:

• BS or MS degree or Certificate in Physical Therapy from an APTA-accredited education program
• Minimum of one year clinical experience as a practicing physical therapist.
• Effective communication skills
• Strong ethical and moral character references
• Willingness to support and encourage co-workers

Preferred:

• Advanced orthopedic skills
• Knowledge of policies, regulations, requirements of clinic and regulators

Missoula Bone &Joint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits including health insurance, 401K, generous paid time off, continuing education allowance and much more!

How to Apply: Please see instructions on this page for how to apply for this position.

Missoula Bone and Joint is looking for a part-time patient service coordinator.

Scheduled hours for this position are 20 hours as follows: Monday-Friday 9:00AM-1:00PM

Duties:

Greets patients and makes sure that necessary paperwork is completed; Schedules and reschedules patients’ appointments per established protocols by provider; Serves as a primary customer service representative for MBJ; Completes other duties and special projects, as assigned or requested.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Good typing skills
• Good communication skills
• Good computer skills
• Ability to run fax machine, postage meter and printers
• Strong ethical and moral character references

Preferred:

• Medical receptionist experience

Missoula Bone & Joint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits.

How To Apply:

Please follow the instructions on How to Apply for a Job on this site.

Job Description

Missoula Bone & Joint is looking for a Full - Time Athletic Trainer

Approx. 40 scheduled hours per week

Cover all aspects of Sports Medicine: Assessment, evaluation, prevention and treating athletes of all ages and abilities. Assist Physicians and Physician Assistants in patient care and other clinic related activities as needed. Physician Extender hours for pre-operative education and basic exercise programs for patients. Works with Missoula Bone and Joint Outreach Sports Medicine Program to provide medical coverage at sporting events at local high schools. The program currently covers weekly training room hours, practice coverage, events, tournaments and other events needing Athletic Training services.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or Master’s degree from four-year college or university
• Licensure by the Montana State Board of Athletic Trainers, (LAT)
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer – In good standing
• BLS Healthcare Provider CPR
• High school graduation or GED
• One year related experience and/or training
• Must work well with people
• Effective communication skills
• Strong ethical and moral character references
• Willingness to support and encourage co-workers
• Ability and Willingness to drive personal vehicle to and from sporting events up to 80 mile radius of Missoula (Reimbursed for mileage and drive time)
• Ability to work nights and weekends

Preferred:

• One year experience in an Athletic Training position or working in a medical facility
• Individual malpractice liability coverage

Missoula Bone & Joint is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offers competitive wages, and excellent benefits.

How To Apply:

Please follow the instructions on this site for How to Apply for a Job.

A/R Supervisor:

Responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of the A/R Department and staff. Responsible for intra-departmental communication; fielding all departmental questions and concerns; Serves as “go-to” person for day-to-day issues in the department and is responsible for employee counseling; Maintains department schedule; Conducts direct employee evaluations.

A/R Supervisor Duties:

• Fields all intra-departmental questions and concerns bringing any necessary issues to the attention of the Operations Manager (or CEO when appropriate)
• Responsible for inter-department communication with other departments
• Serves as “go-to” person for day-to-day issues in the department
• Helps maintain department staff schedules, call-offs and time away coverage
• Conducts direct employee evaluations
• Responsible for employee counseling bringing larger issues to the Operations Manager
• Makes recommendations for improvement on flow and processes
• Maintains current department policies & procedures
• Oversees the interview process for candidates for open positions in the department
• Creates agenda, leads department meetings and responsible for the minutes.
• Performs annual insurance contract reviews and gives recommendations to CEO
• Reviews new insurance contract requests and gives recommendations to CEO
• Handles A/R patient complaints
• Troubleshoots insurance payer issues and follows up as needed
• Reviews and negotiates contracts with new and existing A/R related vendors
• Troubleshoots A/R denials and issues as needed
• Reviews and analyzes monthly Centricity A/R reports
• System admin for NMI and many insurance websites. Add/delete/reset of passwords for all users of these sites.
• Oversees A/R auditing plan
• Reviews hardship applications
• Oversees surgery center A/R staff
• Knowledge of facility coding and reimbursement guidelines
• Understanding of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10 codes and modifiers
• Understanding of insurance EOBs and how to appeal denials
• Understanding of A/R software systems and vendors (Healthco, Centricity, Amkai, EMA)
• Understands and abides by billing compliance regulations
• Understands concept of unbundling and heeds government regulations
• Understands payer group rules and regulations
• Understands patient confidentiality laws and what signatures are required to release information
• Understands Medicare/payer groups rules and regulations
• Clearly and accurately documents all correspondence regarding an account in a timely and appropriate manner
• Answers phone as needed
• Complies with HIPAA, OSHA and Red Flag Rules
• Other duties as assigned

Required:

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Medical A/R and billing experience, minimum of three years’ experience preferred.
• At least one year supervisory or management experience.
• Knowledge of data processing concepts, and a familiarity with medical office computer systems and practice management software (ie. scheduling, billing, reporting).
• Strong Excel and MS Word skills beneficial
• Strong ethical and moral character references
• Excellent communication skills
• Good computer skills

Preferred:

• CPC or AHIMA equivalency accreditation

How To Apply:

Please follow the instructions on this site for how to apply for this position.

**Resumes submitted without an application will be rejected**

Missoula Bone & Joint is looking for a Full-Time Orthopedic Assistant

This position will be approx. 35 hours per week as follows: Monday-office day part of the day (variable), Tuesday and Wednesday-Clinic, Thursday-Office day part of the day (variable), Friday-2 times a month (1st Friday in Stevensville and 3rd Friday at MBJ).

Duties:

Patient care responsibilities as assigned by physician/PA-C.

*Duties in italicsare not to be performed by an assistant without the proper credentials until signed off by the Provider and Supervisor.

• Patient care responsibilities as assigned, which may include scheduling and organizing patient flow, accompanying patients to exam/procedure room, assist patients with changing to exam gowns, and transfer to exam table if needed.
• Assess patient’s general condition and collect patient history.
• Document health history, activities, medication dispensed/prescribed, etc., in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Provide basic patient care as ordered by provider and assist provider with various procedures.
• Provides patient education materials, communicates provider advice/instructions to patient. Documents in the EHR.
• Cast and splint application and removal.
• Fit patients with braces, boots, other DME as ordered by provider
• Wound dressing changes
• Prepare injections
• Suture and staple removal
• Sterile tray set-ups
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports
• Schedule surgery, hospital procedures and pre- and post-op appointments
• Schedule MRI, CT scans, labs, and other tests
• Schedule referrals to other physicians/providers
• Clean and stock exam rooms
• Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines and confidentiality policies
• Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and Red Flag Rules

Required:

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• RN, LPN, CMA, CST, or ATC preferred but equivalent education/experience may be considered (Credential requirements based on provider’s preference)
• Good communication skills

Preferred:

• Current state license or national certification
• Orthopedic experience

Missoula Bone & Joint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits including health insurance, 401K, generous paid time off, continuing education allowance and much more!

How To Apply:

Please visit our website at www.missoulaboneandjoint.com and click on the 'join our team' link and follow the instructions on how to apply for this position.

**Resumes submitted without an application will be rejected**

Missoula Bone & Joint is looking to hire a Full-Time Orthopedic Assistant Float. This position will be scheduled 32 hours a week working with various providers. The hours are flexible so applicants must be able to work Monday-Friday with the ability to work Urgent Care closing hours and some potential Saturdays.

Duties:

Patient care responsibilities as assigned by physician/PA-C.

*Duties in italicsare not to be performed by an assistant without the proper credentials until signed off by the Provider and Supervisor.

• Patient care responsibilities as assigned, which may include scheduling and organizing patient flow, accompanying patients to exam/procedure room, assist patients with changing to exam gowns, and transfer to exam table if needed.
• Assess patient’s general condition and collect patient history.
• Document health history, activities, medication dispensed/prescribed, etc., in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Provide basic patient care as ordered by provider and assist provider with various procedures.
• Provides patient education materials, communicates provider advice/instructions to patient. Documents in the EHR.
• Cast and splint application and removal.
• Fit patients with braces, boots, other DME as ordered by provider
• Wound dressing changes
• Prepare injections
• Suture and staple removal
• Sterile tray set-ups
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports
• Schedule surgery, hospital procedures and pre- and post-op appointments
• Schedule MRI, CT scans, labs, and other tests
• Schedule referrals to other physicians/providers
• Clean and stock exam rooms
• Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines and confidentiality policies
• Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and Red Flag Rules

Required:

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• RN, LPN, CMA, CST, or ATC preferred but equivalent education/experience may be considered (Credential requirements based on provider’s preference)
• Good communication skills

Preferred:

• Current state license or national certification
• Orthopedic experience

Missoula Bone & Joint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits including health insurance, 401K, generous paid time off, continuing education allowance and much more!

How To Apply:

Please visit our website at www.missoulaboneandjoint.com and click on the 'join our team' link and follow the instructions on how to apply for this position.

**Resumes submitted without an application will be rejected**

Job Description

Missoula Bone & Joint is looking for an As Needed/Fill-In Preoperative/Recovery Room (PACU) RN

(Days/hours flexible on an as needed basis for vacation/sick coverage-no regularly scheduled hours)

Requirements:

• 2 years previous PACU room experience
• Graduate of accredited school of nursing
• RN with active MT license
• BLS/ACLS/PALS certification
• Strong ethical and moral character references

How To Apply:

Please visit our website at www.missoulaboneandjoint.com and click on the 'join our team' link and follow the instructions on How to Apply for a Job.

**Resumes submitted without an application will be rejected**

Missoula Bone & Joint is growing!

We have added 5 new providers and are gearing up for our new state-of-the-art Surgery center opening this fall therefore we are seeking a Part-Time Maintenance Technician!

Part-Time variable shifts (including early morning, late afternoon, and weekends), approx. 20-24 hours per week with the ability to flex up to 40 hours as needed. Will provide vacation coverage for Building/Grounds Maintenance Manager as needed.

Responsible for the well-running and presentation of the physical facilities and related services including maintenance, housekeeping, security, HVAC and grounds.

Duties

• Provides vacation coverage for Building /Grounds Manager as needed.
• Assists continued development of clinic office and surgery center sites (exterior and interior), building equipment, and grounds
• Coordinates and schedules maintenance and cleaning activities to ensure facilities are clean, safe, sanitary and conducive to the delivery of quality patient care.
• Assists in performance of and maintains records of cyclical maintenance projects such as filter changes, spraying for pests, lawn fertilization, elevator maintenance, and fire sprinkler system.
• Assists and coordinates on assigned building projects, including directing repair, construction and renovation.
•  Assists with building security and safety.  Assists with development and implementation of disaster plan.  Assists with training staff in evacuation procedures.
• Ensures adherence to clinic's security policies and procedures. Makes recommendations for changes to ensure a safe environment for patients and employees.
• Makes Coordinator aware of need for communication with other departments via administrative meetings and direct communications.
• Prepares reports, keeps departmental records, statistics, and files.
• Participates in professional development activities to keep current with maintenance trends.
• Confers with utility companies, city and state inspectors and insurance companies regarding functional activities.  Participates in insurance inspections and claims.
• Makes periodic inspections of all clinic facilities for cleanliness and appearance.  Power washes exterior building and grounds as needed.
• Performs routine and specific repairing, remodeling and overhauling of equipment, furniture, cabinetry and fixtures.
• Repairs desks, file cabinets, chairs, furniture and fixtures.  Touches up paint.
• Installs, repairs and cleans floor and wall coverings, changes light bulbs.
• Regulates building heating and cooling thermostats as wells as the exterior sprinkler system.
• Monitors outdoor lighting and signage.
• During inclement weather ensures outside areas (sidewalks and parking lots) are safe by shoveling, sanding and/or salting.
• Following established guidelines, purchases equipment, supplies and materials, such as nails, screws, and other items to be used in general maintenance tasks.
• Responds to emergency equipment problems and repairs or contacts third party for repair as needed.  This includes, but is not limited to, minor plumbing repairs such as water leaks and plugged sinks and toilets; minor electrical repairs such as wiring and outlet problems; minor clean-up of spills such as blood, vomit, chemicals, and water.
• Coordinates BioMed in conjunction with the Materials Manager and the surgery center.
• Keeps CEO informed of any unsafe items or conditions.
• Completes related work as required.
• Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and Red Flag Rules

Required

• High school diploma or GED certificate recipient
• Two years of maintenance experience, preferably in a health care setting
• Strong ethical and moral character references
• Knowledge of building maintenance concepts, plumbing, HVAC and electrical wiring
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local building standards, codes and requirements of regulatory agencies
• Knowledge of common safety codes, hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
• Skill in painting and carpentry
• Good customer service knowledge and skills

 Preferred

• 5 years of building/grounds maintenance
• Experience in a healthcare organization and surgery center
• Trade or vocational school diploma

How To Apply:

Please visit our website at www.missoulaboneandjoint.com and click on the 'join our team' link and follow the instructions on how to apply for this position.

**Resumes submitted without an application will be rejected**

Missoula Bone & Joint is growing!

We have added 5 new providers and are gearing up for our new state-of-the-art Surgery center opening this fall therefore we are seeking a Part-Time Materials Assistant!

Responsible for maintaining adequate supplies of inventory for the facility and receiving items delivered to the surgery center. Includes inventory control: ordering medical supplies, maintaining an appropriate inventory of medical supplies, receiving and stocking of supplies to their assigned area.

Part-Time variable shifts, approx. 20-24 hours per week with the ability to flex up to 40 hours as needed. Will provide vacation coverage for ASC & Clinic Materials Coordinators.

Duties

• Provides coverage for Materials Coordinator positions for Surgery Center and the Clinic.
• Receives, unpacks, and stocks items to their appropriate places.
• Establishes and maintains comprehensive perpetual par level and inventory management system at both MBJ and MBJSC including associated policies and procedures.
• Equipment maintenance at both MBJ and MBJSC (except IT and office equipment), ensuring that broken equipment is taken out of service and sent for repair in a timely manner and suitable temporary replacement equipment is secured.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate vendors to obtain appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Maintains current files, records and catalogs for equipment and sales representatives who service the facility. Maintains adequate and accurate data with regard to item, vendors, terms and conditions, freight costs, delivery lead times, contract and agreements with vendors and volume of purchasing activity.
• Understands responsibility in maintaining proper levels of inventory and timely distribution
• Procures identified equipment, materials and supplies in an accurate and timely manner.  Develops and maintains effective relationships with vendors, suppliers, manufacturers and neighboring facilities to coordinate evaluation, selection, purchases and implementation of product and supplies. Coordinates rental/leases for various items including coordination of equipment/supplies between facilities.
• Purchases goods and supplies in a fiscally responsible manner
•  Assists in the development of in-service education for the staff regarding new instrumentation, products and equipment in coordination with the Surgery Center personnel.
• Assists in the development of locator lists for Surgical equipment and supplies.
• Places orders in a timely manner when requisitioned by various areas of the facility
• Monitors orders to ensure correct and timely delivery
• Demonstrates appropriate response to changes in schedule to avoid delay in providing equipment and overstock of inventories
• Review schedules well in advance to anticipate any unusual high or low demand for supplies
• Plans for procurement of supplies for immediate future (later in week and future needs/requests)
• Monitors daily needs and has supplies available for use
• Continually communicates with the staff, CEO and ASC Clinical Manager, as appropriate, regarding special procedure requirements
• Determines whether correct orders are received, tracks back orders and rectifies incorrect charges. resolves disputes, errors, conflicts and issues between vendors, suppliers and ancillary departments that arise in the course of day-to-day operations (works with vendors to coordinate orders, returns and problem resolution)
• Reviews all invoices for accuracy by coordinating packing slips and purchase orders.
• Monitors back orders (offers acceptable substitutions if necessary) and communicates with accounts payable to facilitate accurate payment
• Communicates with accounts payable to facilitate accurate payment. Follows up with Accounts Payable to be sure that returns and credits are properly credited. Forwards bills to Accounts Payable in order that payment may be made in a timely manner allowing time for payment discounts if applicable. Responsible for following up and adjudicating invoicing errors with vendors to ensure timely payment and avoid penalties and interest charges. Works with Accounts Payable to resolve purchase order and invoice discrepancies in a timely manner to enable accurate accounting and accruals for materials purchased.
• Reports any unresolved invoice discrepancies to the ASC Materials Manager before payment approval.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate systems for the collection and maintenance of records and documentation pertinent to supplies, equipment and systems.
• Maintains current files and records regarding orders and back orders.
• Reviews orders at specific intervals to determine delays.
• Maintains and frequently review records of warranties and preventive maintenance requirements and contracts.
• Maintains logs of linen supplies.
• Maintains supply areas and adjusts as needed
• Maintains supplies and records for Inventory and printing of forms
• UPS / FED-EX and freight contact
•  Active member in development of vendor relations
• Works with distributor to provide reports, supply management tools and appropriate contracts.
• Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and Red Flag Rules
• Responsible for maintaining accurate supply inventory
• Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, vendors, and physicians
• Ability to promote favorable facility image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general public
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems

Required

•            High school diploma or GED certificate recipient
•            Strong ethical and moral character references.
•            Good computer skills

Preferred

•            Training or courses in materials management / vendor negotiations (MBJ may provide)
•            Experience in materials management
•            ASC experience
•            2 –3 years surgical background (CST, Surgical Supply ordering, OR Aide etc.)

Missoula Bone & Joint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits including health insurance, 401K, generous paid time off, continuing education allowance and much more!

How To Apply:

Please visit our website at www.missoulaboneandjoint.com and click on the 'join our team' link and follow the instructions on how to apply for this position.

**Resumes submitted without an application will be rejected**

Missoula Bone & Joint is growing!

We have added 5 new providers and are gearing up for our new state-of-the-art Surgery center opening this fall therefore we are seeking a Part-Time Employment Specialist!

Responsible for initializing and assisting in the recruitment of qualified employees.  Assists Operations Managers with Outreach duties (job fairs) as needed.

Part-Time approx. 24 hours per week as follows: Monday-Thursday:08:00AM-12:00PM and Friday -8:00-04:00PM with flexibility up to 40 hours per week as needed. Will  provide vacation coverage for HR Specialist.

Employment Specialist duties

• Posts open positions internally and online when positions become available
• Gathers applications/resumes and give to CEO/Ops. Mgr/ASC Mgr/Supervisors for review
• Makes phone calls to applicants that CEO/Ops.Mgr/ASC Mgr/Supervisors are interested in
• Coordinates and conducts interviews
• Makes phone calls to applicant that is chosen for the job.
• Sets up date for candidate to complete paperwork with HR Specialist
• Makes phone calls/sends letters to all other applicants that were interviewed letting them know position was filled
• Makes references check phone calls
• Creates offer letters for new employees
• Completes all Employment Specialist duties on New Employee Orientation checklist for new employees
• Assists HR Specialist with employee evaluations: creates and send peer evaluation surveys, collects and formats responses, prepares benefits analysis sheets, creates evaluation packets and delivers to supervisors.
• Keeps up to date on state and federal employment laws
• Maintains confidentiality of financial and employee matters
• All other duties as assigned

  Required

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Good typing skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Good computer skills; knowledge of word-processing software
• Strong ethical and moral character

Preferred

• Human Resources  experience

Missoula Bone & Joint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers excellent benefits including health insurance, 401K, generous paid time off, continuing education allowance and much more!

How To Apply:

Please visit our website at www.missoulaboneandjoint.com and click on the 'join our team' link and follow the instructions on how to apply for this position.

**Resumes submitted without an application will be rejected**