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Vice President, Voluntary Benefits and Dental/Vision Claims

Columbia, SC

Job Posting End Date: October 24 When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive. Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service solutions that enable employees at our client companies to thrive throughout life’s moments. And this starts with ensuring that every one of our team members enjoys opportunities to succeed both professionally and personally. To enable this, we provide: Award-winning culture Inclusion and diversity as a priority Performance Based Incentive Plans Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!) Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution Mental health support Career advancement opportunities Student loan repayment options Tuition reimbursement Flexible work environments *All the benefits listed above are subject to the terms of their individual Plans . And that’s just the beginning… With 10,000 employees helping more than 39 million people worldwide, every role at Unum is meaningful and impacts the lives of our customers. Whether you’re directly supporting a growing family, or developing online tools to help navigate a difficult loss, customers are counting on the combined talents of our entire team. Help us help others, and join Team Unum today! General Summary: The incumbent will oversee Voluntary Benefits Claims with responsibilities to include Dental and Vision Claims (including Group products across are Group Benefits Portfolio and Individual products in the Colonial Life portfolio). Ownership also includes closed block for the legacy Starmount direct to consumer products which span Voluntary products and individual Dental/Vision. The officer level leader will be accountable for overall claim adjudication, quality, and delivery on claim performance for Voluntary Benefits (VB) claims across both the Unum and Colonial Life Brands; each with completely different products and systems and distribution partners. The leader oversees significant claims processing counts with ownership over overall payment risk and processing of significant payments. VP oversees direct reporting leaders and overall ownership of team and its deliverables along with oversight of BPO FTE resources deliverables. Responsibilities includes oversight of claims adjudication and payment processing across many products. Specifically, these include distinct Voluntary Benefit claims for plans within Cancer, Critical Illness, Life, assigned LTC block. Accident, Hospital, Wellness (all products). In addition, the responsibility for all Dental and Vision claims coupled with the legacy Starmount block of business claims. This position is responsible to lead a high performing claims organization that ensures quality management of claims in a multi-disciplined, multi-geographical environment. The incumbent will be accountable for the collective financial performance, setting the strategic direction, and delivering on the overall operational objectives for claims areas supporting the Unum and Colonial Life brands This position may lead Director and Manager level team members who, in-turn, lead people leaders including partnerships with external partner leadership. In addition to overseeing the team’s overall performance, this position has responsibility for attracting, developing, and retaining professional claims and leadership resources to achieve overall organization objectives and ensure bench strength for succession planning. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Provide vision, oversight and direction to claims processing leadership Facilitates strategic approach to processing and payment of claims while maintaining quality metrics that provide accountability measures to meet/exceed goals Identify, design, and implement opportunities for process enhancements, automation, and efficiency gains to improve overall delivery capabilities; support practice development to drive continuous improvement and consistency in delivery Manage a performance enhancement culture by actively coaching and mentoring direct reports, providing regular feedback and developing employees for wider roles and responsibilities to foster professional growth and development Manage budgeted resources by anticipating expenditures, accurately forecasting resource needs/costs and properly accounting for expenses to meet requirements and achieve fiscal responsibility Responsible for delivery of best-in-class customer experience in claims areas ensuring thorough fair and objective claim evaluations, providing the highest level of quality Implement claim management and quality claims decision strategies which support business objectives that will achieve best-in-class performance for our operations Responsible for the overall customer and provider claims relationship and enterprise customer satisfaction results as they pertain to claims service and experience Accountability for the delivery of BPO contracted services and quality Manage department performance to expectations for service standards for timeliness, accuracy, and risk management of claims including accountability for accurate administration of risk management programs and adjudication according to contract/plan provisions, established procedures, state regulations, Regulatory Settlement Agreement, Unum claim’s philosophy and ERISA law, as appropriate Develop and manage department budget while looking for opportunities to optimize the total cost of operations, while not compromising on claim decisioning or quality Foster strong partnership with key, internal areas such as Benefits Compliance, Quality Assurance, Internal Audit, Policies and Procedures, Project Delivery, Learning and Development, and Talent Onboarding Partner with the Digital Transformation Office in directing significant technology change in the Claims Organization, serving as a primary representative of the claimant, plan administrator, provider, agent, and Unum/CLA employee experiences Partner with Product Development, Provider Relations, Underwriting, Sales, and Marketing areas to develop a productive and mutually beneficial relationship, including building market competitive products and processes that will attract and retain customers and providers Implement and effectively manage change with minimal disruption Support the sales organization in acquiring and retaining business, including support in RFPs, participation in customer finalist presentations, broker education and training and the development of effective sales/marketing materials Establishes a healthy and productive work environment that results in high levels of employee engagement and strong business results Assure alignment and integration of the claims with Benefits Services and Unum goals and vision Contribute to the overall effectiveness of Unum and Colonial Life through active participation in VB strategy development, planning, and prioritization of initiatives Cultivate a professional company reputation by upholding organizational values and sharing best practices with direct reports to keep communications consistent and aligned with company image May perform other duties as assigned Job Specifications: Minimum of five years of proven management skills in a multi-disciplinary operational setting 12+ years’ progressive professional experience in the insurance industry with a deep knowledge of assigned area product offering. Experience in organization development and process design and implementation Risk management experience in a variety of disciplines; voluntary benefits claims experience preferred Able to make balanced and objective decisions with the highest degree of integrity Experience leading and managing teams in multiple geographies. This is not limited to employee teams across Unum sites/remote. The role requires experience and demonstrates success running operations that include 3rd party vendors. In depth knowledge and understanding of sales distribution process and structure across all market segments Ability to identify market trends and needs; develop, execute and appropriately communicate solutions, both internally and externally Able to design and execute on a vision that brings together technology, streamlined processes and people to create an exceptional client experience and delivers efficiencies. Strong leadership qualities, including demonstrated ability to build strategic alignments with internal constituents and external vendor partners Ability to influence internal/external audiences at various levels and with varying needs Demonstrated collaboration, partnership, and conflict management skills Proven relationship skills with external customers: employers, producers, claimants, agents, brokers, etc. Demonstrated presentation and facilitation skills Excellent communication skills Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred or equivalent leadership experience Travel required to Unum Campus locations, Field and to BPO partner locations as needed #LI-VJ1 ~IN1 Unum and Colonial Life are part of Unum Group, a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits to companies worldwide. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with international offices in Ireland, Poland and the UK, Unum also has significant operations in Portland, ME, and Baton Rouge, LA - plus over 35 US field offices. Colonial Life is headquartered in Columbia, SC, with over 40 field offices nationwide. Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status. The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience. $144,900.00-$273,800.00 Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans. Company: Unum

Posted 4 weeks ago

Lexington Health

Phlebotomist

West Columbia, SC 29169

Lab Administration Part Time AM Shift 0200-0700 Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer. Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state’s first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer’s care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship. Job Summary To perform venipuncture/capillary puncture for blood specimen collection on all neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients while presenting an appearance and degree of skill which fosters user confidence in our entire lab. To perform point of care testing and collect non-blood specimens as instructed. To assist the Lead Phlebotomist with the technical and administrative management of specimen procurement and processing services. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Minimum Years of Experience: 1 Year of Experience Substitutable Education & Experience (Optional): 1 Year of Experience may be substituted for one of the following: Completion of a formal training program in Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant, or other applicable area; Completion of Lexington Medical Center Phlebotomy Apprenticeship Required Certifications/Licensure: None Required Training: None Essential Functions Knowledge and Expertise: Maintains a high level of skill in the performance of venipuncture/capillary puncture for bloodspecimen collection for laboratory analyses. Responsible for collection of blood specimens on difficult patients. Takes responsibility for recollecting patients that Level I and/or II techs are unable to procure in a positive and professional manner. Meets or exceeds all section productivity and specimen quality standards. Demonstrates ability to perform procurement according to appropriate protocols and procedures for population groups from newborn to geriatric (over 65 years). Performs waived, and moderate complexity point of care testing. Documents instrument and reagent QC, and performs preventative maintenance as required. Maintains knowledge and expertise in the collection of NP Washings/swabs, throat cultures, and other special specimen collections as trained and certified by supervisory authority. Maintains current knowledge of and follows policies and procedures as pertains to the laboratory and the Laboratory Information System. Maintains knowledge of the manual backup system. Appropriately handles patient reception, test accessioning, telephone communications, and distribution of reports; works callback queue to ensure delivery of completed results to the ordering physician. Assists in the development of procurement training curriculum, CE’s and QA projects. Responsible for training and orientation of new employees. Handles patient reception, test accessioning, telephone communications, distribution of reports, and callback procedures. Stays abreast of all policy and procedural changes, reads and signs off in a timely fashion. Encourages others to do so. Attends continuing education programs and seminars as scheduling and budgeting permits in order to remain technically current. Performs testing on proficiency testing samples and maintains records that demonstrates that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Productivity: Performs specimen collection as necessary to maintain optimal section workflow. Seeks out and performs additional assignments during decreased workflow. Assigns tasks as necessary to assure continuous, smooth section workflow. Meets and/or exceeds section productivity and turnaround time standards. Communication Skills: Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and reporting them to the general (section) supervisor, technical supervisor (Pathologist over sections), clinical consultant (pathologist), or pathologist director. Distributes specimen collection supplies and instructs patients on proper specimen collection. Duties & Responsibilities Clinical/Administrative: Responsible for proper storage and processing of specimens dispatched to approved reference labs (includes collection in proper container, addition of proper preservatives, and following “special handling” instructions). Uses collection manager devices to ensure positive patient identification; troubleshoots device as needed. Reads Sunquest mailboxes daily to ensure timely dissemination of information. Maintains adequate phlebotomy supplies on their carts, and helps stock and maintain inventory; sanitizes work area. Ensures completion of training checklist for all new employees through direct observation of skill; alerts section supervisor to any concerns encountered during training. Works as charge tech for the shift and responsible for uninterrupted patient care and coordination of continuous workflow. General: Works agreed scheduled hours and willingly works certain unfavorable shifts during times of short staffing/holidays. Participates in call schedule as needed. Ensures appropriate AL notice is given in a timely manner. Approves time in Kronos at the end of each pay period. Performs related and other duties as may be assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency, e.g., fire or disaster. Complies with all standard safety policies and procedures required by CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, FDA, DHEC and OSHA. Performs all other duties as assigned. We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families: Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%. Employer paid life insurance – equal to 1x salary Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary Adoption assistance LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment Tuition reimbursement Student loan forgiveness Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee’s desires and abilities and the hospital’s needs.

Posted 4 weeks ago

DatamanUSA

Network Technician

Columbia, SC

DatamanUSA has an exciting opportunity for a talented Network Technician to work with one of our direct clients SC Department of Social Services (SC-DSS) in Columbia, SC (Hybrid- 2 days remote, 3 days onsite). We love referrals! Please refer us to your friends, family and colleagues for this opportunity. DatamanUSA gives referral bonuses if they get selected and perform well for our clients. Job Details: Job ID: 8369 Title: Network Technician Client: SC Department of Social Services (SC-DSS) Duration: 12+ Months (with high possibility of extension) Location: Columbia, SC (Hybrid- 2 days remote, 3 days onsite) Interview Process: 1 round, virtual (video required) Note: Local W2 candidates needed must be a SC resident or willing to relocate to SC prior to starting the role at their own expense. Scope Of the Project: *) The Division of Technology Services is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting multiple mission-critical applications for the Department of Social Services. *) This position will also assist in enhancing the agency//'s facilities and network documentation efforts and contribute to a dashboard-driven view of agency assets. *) This position reports directly to the Senior Network Architect. Duties/Responsibilities: *) Install and implement LAN and wireless infrastructure including switches, cabling, APs, and other components. *) Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex network issues and implement root cause prevention. *) Monitor and optimize network performance, document incident resolution paths. *) Maintain and update SOPs, diagrams, and technical documentation. *) Assist in hardware/network design, configuration, and infrastructure planning. *) Maintain a complete and updated network equipment inventory and assist in lifecycle planning. *) Evaluate new networking technologies and provide integration recommendations. Facilities and Dashboard Support Tasks: *) Collaborate with Facilities and Finance to update the master inventory of DSS locations, including: *) Property ownership (county/private/DSS lease) Address, county, square footage, network bandwidth. *) Parking details, access control systems Price/cost, DSS positions assigned to facility. *) Work directly with James on floor plan/system inventory updates. *) Add details to office floor plans including workstations and equipment placements. *) Produce and maintain a centralized dashboard (working jointly with relevant DTS staff) that: *) Displays all facility data. *) Provides links to floorplans (PDF/CAD) Pulls in DSS personnel count, facility components, and system data. *) Ensure facility data is well-documented and available in reportable format. Additional Project-Based Tasks: *) Perform physical audits and cleanup of network closets, labeling and organizing to industry standards. *) Update and maintain CAD/PDF /"as-built/" network diagrams, including cable pathways, patch panels, and rack layouts for all 68 DSS office locations. *) Conduct on-site cellular signal strength assessments using SIM-based tools to support SD-WAN carrier selection. Deliverables: *) Network closet audit reports (with before/after photos and patch documentation). *) Up-to-date floorplans with workstations and network layouts for 68 offices. *) Monthly summary of activities, hours worked, and progress. *) SOPs and documentation for patching and network closet standards. *) Dashboard implementation and associated facility data. Required Skills (Rank in order of Importance): *) Basic to moderately complex knowledge of data network services and data communications. *) Moderately complex to complex knowledge of methods of data network design and equipment configuration requirements. *) Moderately complex to complex knowledge of office automation systems, information processing operations, fiber optics, and microcomputer hardware/software as they relate to the latest trends in data networks connectivity. *) Moderately complex to complex knowledge of computer system analysis, design, testing, debugging, and maintenance techniques. *) Ability to assist with presenting technical and non-technical reports in a clear and concise manner. Preferred Skills (rank in order of Importance): *) Advanced network configuration & protocol knowledge. *) Skilled in cable management, patch panels, fiber optics, and troubleshooting in telecom/network closets. *) Ability to produce clear, comprehensive documentation of configurations, procedures, and incident log. *) Familiarity with wireless infrastructure, cloud networking (SD-WAN, Azure), and VoIP technologies. Required Education: *) A bachelor//'s degree in information technology systems, computer science, or a related field and experience in information technology systems or a related area. Relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor//'s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Posted 4 weeks ago

Lexington Health

Office RN

West Columbia, SC 29169

Lex Ortho & Sports Medicine Full Time AM Shift Mon- Thu 730-430, Fr 730-12 Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer. Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state’s first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer’s care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship. Job Summary Position is responsible for providing nursing care to patients in a professional and courteous manner. Carries out Physician orders including but not limited to assisting with procedures, administering injections, performing phlebotomy, taking patient calls, cleaning and stocking exam rooms, calling in prescriptions, coordinating supply levels, pre-certifying patients medical services, and assisting the physician with all other patient care as requested. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Minimum Years of Experience: None Substitutable Education & Experience: None Required Certifications/Licensure: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of South Carolina; Current CPR certification. Required Training: Basic first aid knowledge Essential Functions Maintains a positive attitude. Has contact by phone, correspondence, or personal meetings with persons in other departments or outside the practice; tact is required in these contacts and the employee assumes the responsibility for harmonious relationships. Demonstrates the following: Appropriate communication of information to all ages. Infant – Birth to 1 year Child – 1 year through 12 years Adolescent – 13 years through 17 years Adult – 18 years through 65 years Geriatric – Over 65 years Responsiveness to all patients and office staff requests and needs. Performance of duties assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency, i.e., fire or disaster Provides/Performs Communication Telephones (Answer, Transfer) Orders/Messages Phone Triage Physician – Orders, Patient Issues, etc. Patient – Concerns, treatment, etc. Staff – Patient Care, Referrals, Precertification, etc. Understands and agrees to seek compliance with appropriate health and safety regulatory agencies Scheduling Referrals Appointments Ancillaries Surgeries (Inpatient, Outpatient) Hospital Admissions Medical Records Documentation Forms – Chart Structure Chart Maintenance Chart Filing/Pulling (Diagnostic Reports, Transcription, Correspondence) Image Files Faxing Copying Mail In Mail Out Lab Phlebotomy Specimen Collection and Processing Proficiency Testing Results Reporting Duties & Responsibilities Medication Management Intravenously (RN/LPN Only) IV Push (RN Only) Subcutaneously, Intramuscular Intradermal Orally, Topical, Suppository, Sublingual, Inhalants Storage and Handling Ordering/Maintaining Levels Patient Care Exam Room – Preparation & Maintenance Conducts Patient Interview Chaperone – Assists patients as needed Assisting/Performing minor procedures Triage (By telephone or in person) Implement Physician Orders Patient Education Results Reporting Clinical Documentation Operation of and responsibility for equipment (including, but not limited to, routine maintenance, ordering of supplies, log sheets and cleaning). General Office Equipment i.e. Fax, copier, etc. Patient Care Equipment i.e. BP, Temperature, Scales, etc. Specialized Equipment X-Ray, Bone Density, Ultrasound, Treadmill, Laboratory Equipment(Processing), Laser Equipment, Defibrillator, Holter Monitors, Cardiac Pacemakers, Other In-service/Education Certification/Licensure Competency Department Orientation Annual Training Log Sheets/ Audits Samples, Pharmacy, Mayday Equipment, Oxygen, Equipment Instruments Stock Appropriately – Maintain Levels Cleaning / Sterilization Knowledge of and usage Storage Leadership Provides Support and Guidance for Clinical Policies and Procedures Other Precertification/Authorization Coding E & M / Basic Visits Office Procedures/ Complex Visits Surgeries Hospital Services Correspondence Statistical Reports Accounts Payable Payroll Performs all other duties as assigned. We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families: Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%. Employer paid life insurance – equal to 1x salary Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary Adoption assistance LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment Tuition reimbursement Student loan forgiveness Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee’s desires and abilities and the hospital’s needs.

Posted 4 weeks ago

Lexington Health

Surgical Technologist Cert-PN

West Columbia, SC 29169

Lex Ortho & Sports Medicine Full Time AM Shift Mon- Thu 730-430, Fri 730-12 Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer. Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state’s first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer’s care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship. Job Summary Allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients in a variety of settings. The surgical technologist works under the supervision of the registered nurse and medical staff to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and minimally invasive surgical procedures. This individual works to ensure that the operating and office procedure room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. A surgical technologist possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Minimum Years of Experience: None. Substitutable Education & Experience: None. Required Certifications/Licensure: National Certification through NBSTSA. Other certifications acceptable based on HR Recruitment policy; CPR certification, for direct patient care givers. Required Training: Completion of a recognized vocational or hospital based Operating Room Technician course or its equivalent. Essential Functions Demonstrates competence to provide developmentally appropriate care/treatment for the following populations: Infant (Birth – 1 yr.); Child (1 – 12 yrs.); Adolescent (13-17 yrs.); Adult (18-65 yrs.); Geriatric (>65 yrs.) The surgical technician will perform assigned patient care tasks under the direction and supervision of a designated Registered Nurse, and works under the direction of the surgeon for procedural related tasks. Assesses and anticipates needed supplies for scheduled procedures. Assesses the need for comfort and safety measures for individual patients. Assesses and anticipates the needs of the surgeon to expedite the procedure by passing instruments, sponges and suture. Prepares operating and office procedure room with the assistance of other personnel in accordance with procedures for disinfection of furniture and equipment. Selects and secures appropriate instruments, equipment and supplies according to a particular surgical procedure. Exercises proper sterile technique, opens and arranges sterile field in accordance with accepted protocol for each surgical procedure to be performed, both routine and special procedures. Knowledgeable about sterilization methods for special equipment and instruments, necessary for specific surgical procedures. Maintains a working knowledge of the composition of all surgical trays and specialty items used in all operating room procedures. Inventories and orders supplies needed for the processing of instruments. Displays dexterity in the use of surgical instruments and knowledge of the step-by-step process for the specific surgical procedure. Demonstrates knowledge of policies and procedures effecting practice. Participates in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Assists in performing and documenting equipment, drug and environmental checks as required by administrative & OR policies, office policy and regulatory agencies. Follows appropriate Infection Control policies and procedures. Assists with maintaining cleanliness of the work environment. Demonstrates knowledge of the use and care of equipment. Displays appropriate skill in the use and maintenance of assigned equipment. Follows through with appropriate disposition of equipment used. Demonstrates knowledge of supplies available to the unit and office. Displays knowledge of decontamination, packaging and sterilization of instrumentation and supplies. Working with the circulating nurse and anesthesia personnel, assists in positioning the patient on the operating table, prepares and/or assists in the preparation of the operative site, drapes, or assists in draping the patient, at the request of the surgeon. When necessary, assists the anesthesiologist or anesthetist during administration of anesthetic. Working with the physician and other support staff for office procedures, assists in positioning the patient on the exam table, prepares and/or assists in the preparation of the operative site, drapes, or assists in draping the patient, at the request of the surgeon. Under the direction of the surgeon performs such duties as holding retractors, suction, and applying dressings, etc. Acts as a surgeon’s first or second assistant in the absence of the surgeon’s first assistant within their realm of practice (except suturing, injecting medications and cutting tissue). Duties & Responsibilities Upon completion of the surgery, assists in moving the patient off the operating table onto the stretcher and transporting to the recovery room. Upon completion of the office procedure, assesses the patient and assists in transportation when needed. Assists in clearing the operating and/or office procedure room for the next procedure including appropriate disposal of contaminated linen and waste, cleaning instruments when necessary and disinfecting equipment. Participates in counts with the circulating nurse to assure that all counts are correct. Observes for break in technique and takes corrective action. Collaborates with the Associate Care Manager/Registered Nurse to continuously update the nursing plan of care and recommends interventions to meet identified patient goals. Evaluates and recommends updates to surgeon preference cards and notifies appropriate personnel of needed changes. Meets unit specific critical elements related to different case types. Labels drugs on the field. Prepares labels and verifies specimens according to protocol and surgeons preference. Uses proper documentation related to sterilization procedures. Signs/verifies initials on instrument count sheet. Signs preference list when pulling of case is completed. The Surgical technologist will demonstrate those behavior, philosophies and values which serve to uphold the ideals and enhance the image of Lexington Medical Center. Abide by the Code of Conduct Respect the patients’ “Bill of Rights” Identify educational needs for self and maintain current knowledge with documentation to support at least 12 hrs. of continuing education per year. Participate in peer review as requested Role modeling for students and other personnel. Contributing to and demonstrating knowledge of unit and office activities (i.e. unit-practice, unit/office meetings, etc.) Maintains a positive attitude through change processes. Maintains a professional appearance. Precepts new staff and student populations sharing knowledge of procedures to enhance learning. Performs all other duties as assigned. We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families: Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%. Employer paid life insurance – equal to 1x salary Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary Adoption assistance LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment Tuition reimbursement Student loan forgiveness Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee’s desires and abilities and the hospital’s needs.

Posted 4 weeks ago

Lexington Health

Phlebotomist

West Columbia, SC 29169

Lab Administration Full Time AM Shift 0300-1530 Fri-Mon Sign-On Bonus: 5,000.00 Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer. Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state’s first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer’s care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship. Job Summary To perform venipuncture/capillary puncture for blood specimen collection on all neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients while presenting an appearance and degree of skill which fosters user confidence in our entire lab. To perform point of care testing and collect non-blood specimens as instructed. To assist the Lead Phlebotomist with the technical and administrative management of specimen procurement and processing services. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Minimum Years of Experience: 1 Year of Experience Substitutable Education & Experience (Optional): 1 Year of Experience may be substituted for one of the following: Completion of a formal training program in Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant, or other applicable area; Completion of Lexington Medical Center Phlebotomy Apprenticeship Required Certifications/Licensure: None Required Training: None Essential Functions Knowledge and Expertise: Maintains a high level of skill in the performance of venipuncture/capillary puncture for bloodspecimen collection for laboratory analyses. Responsible for collection of blood specimens on difficult patients. Takes responsibility for recollecting patients that Level I and/or II techs are unable to procure in a positive and professional manner. Meets or exceeds all section productivity and specimen quality standards. Demonstrates ability to perform procurement according to appropriate protocols and procedures for population groups from newborn to geriatric (over 65 years). Performs waived, and moderate complexity point of care testing. Documents instrument and reagent QC, and performs preventative maintenance as required. Maintains knowledge and expertise in the collection of NP Washings/swabs, throat cultures, and other special specimen collections as trained and certified by supervisory authority. Maintains current knowledge of and follows policies and procedures as pertains to the laboratory and the Laboratory Information System. Maintains knowledge of the manual backup system. Appropriately handles patient reception, test accessioning, telephone communications, and distribution of reports; works callback queue to ensure delivery of completed results to the ordering physician. Assists in the development of procurement training curriculum, CE’s and QA projects. Responsible for training and orientation of new employees. Handles patient reception, test accessioning, telephone communications, distribution of reports, and callback procedures. Stays abreast of all policy and procedural changes, reads and signs off in a timely fashion. Encourages others to do so. Attends continuing education programs and seminars as scheduling and budgeting permits in order to remain technically current. Performs testing on proficiency testing samples and maintains records that demonstrates that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Productivity: Performs specimen collection as necessary to maintain optimal section workflow. Seeks out and performs additional assignments during decreased workflow. Assigns tasks as necessary to assure continuous, smooth section workflow. Meets and/or exceeds section productivity and turnaround time standards. Communication Skills: Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and reporting them to the general (section) supervisor, technical supervisor (Pathologist over sections), clinical consultant (pathologist), or pathologist director. Distributes specimen collection supplies and instructs patients on proper specimen collection. Duties & Responsibilities Clinical/Administrative: Responsible for proper storage and processing of specimens dispatched to approved reference labs (includes collection in proper container, addition of proper preservatives, and following “special handling” instructions). Uses collection manager devices to ensure positive patient identification; troubleshoots device as needed. Reads Sunquest mailboxes daily to ensure timely dissemination of information. Maintains adequate phlebotomy supplies on their carts, and helps stock and maintain inventory; sanitizes work area. Ensures completion of training checklist for all new employees through direct observation of skill; alerts section supervisor to any concerns encountered during training. Works as charge tech for the shift and responsible for uninterrupted patient care and coordination of continuous workflow. General: Works agreed scheduled hours and willingly works certain unfavorable shifts during times of short staffing/holidays. Participates in call schedule as needed. Ensures appropriate AL notice is given in a timely manner. Approves time in Kronos at the end of each pay period. Performs related and other duties as may be assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency, e.g., fire or disaster. Complies with all standard safety policies and procedures required by CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, FDA, DHEC and OSHA. Performs all other duties as assigned. We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families: Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%. Employer paid life insurance – equal to 1x salary Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary Adoption assistance LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment Tuition reimbursement Student loan forgiveness Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee’s desires and abilities and the hospital’s needs.

Posted 4 weeks ago

Lexington Health

Cytotechnologist

West Columbia, SC 29169

Anatomic Pathology Full Time AM Shift 7:00am-3:30pm Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer. Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state’s first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer’s care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship. Job Summary Primarily responsible for microscopic screening for detection of abnormal human cells and organisms, assisting with cytopreparations and Fine Needle Aspiration collections as needed, and computer result/data entry related to test orders and reporting. Will maintain a thorough knowledge of conditions appropriate to laboratory test performance, including specimen collection, transport preservation, processing, staining, screening, computer proficiency, specimen storage/disposal, and filing of slides/requisitions/QA materials. Will develop and maintain a high standard of operation and will act a resource person for new employees. The Cytotechnologist will report directly to the Cytology Supervisor and Pathologist in charge of the Cytology Division. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education: BS Degree in Cytotechology; or a BS Degree in Life Sciences and completion of CAHEA or HHS approved Cytology program. Minimum Years of Experience: None Substitutable Education & Experience: None Required Certifications/Licensure: Must meet the Cytotechnologist requirements defined by DHHS in the Clinical Laboratory improvements Amendments of 1988 and any subsequent requirements; Must possess ASCP (CT) certification or be eligible to sit for the exam. Required Training: None Essential Functions Maintains a thorough knowledge of the field of cytology. Demonstrates competence to provide developmentally appropriate care/treatment for the following patient population: infant (birth to 1 year), child (1 year through 12 years), adolescent (13 years through 17 years), adult (18 years to 65 years), and geriatric (over 65 years). Microscopic evaluate and mark any abnormalities or significant findings with appropriate ink markings. Write diagnostic impression in appropriate form. Document slide statistics on appropriate form. Directly report all negative cases with the exception of the 10% of total negatives that are referred to the pathologist for a second review as pat of quality assurance program. Refer all screened gynecologic cases evaluated as BCC and above to the pathologist along with the written impression. Refer all non-gynecological cases with or without abnormal findings to the pathologist along with the written impression. Retrieve clinical information and previous history reports to attach to referred cases as appropriate. Confer with pathologist on daily cases and provide assistance as requested. Place all finished paperwork and slides in appropriate place for filing. Cytopreparatory functions including specimen receipt, identification, accessioning, processing by direct smear preparation, centrifugation, cytocentrifugation, cell block preparation or thin-layer preparation. Staining with appropriate standard series of solutions, coverslipping and labeling of slides. Perform periodic maintenance of stainline, instruments, equipment and microscopes and document such activities. Prepare reagent solutions as needed. Assist with training of new personnel insuring high standard of performance of their duties. Assist with evaluation of new equipment. Duties & Responsibilities Provide assistance to the Cytology Supervisor with the collection and documentaion of QA data, writing or revising of procedures as assigned, and calculation of workload statistics. Assist Cytology Supervisor as requested in monitoring cost anaylsis data relative to procedures reagents, equipment, etc. Inform personnel responsible for ordering supplies of any observed shortages. Presentation of inservices for other laboratory sections when changing procedures that may involve that section. Performs assigned duties efficiently and effectively in a timely organized manner. Performs all other duties as assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency, e.g. fire or disaster. Promote smooth exchange of specimens, reports and phone communication between nursing service, medical staff, physician office personnel and cytology department. Informs other laboratory personnel of circumstances that may effect the quality of work. Active participation the LMC Service Excellence Program with on-going demonstration of active contributions to service excellence relative to cytology services. Exemplify excellent customer relations, telephone manners, and willingness to assist patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers. Maintenance of an optimistic, professional, career oriented demeanor. Adhere to all hospital policies and safety regulations. Exhibits thorough understanding of computer functions needed for daily use. Troubleshoots and resolves problems as situations require. Notifies system manager of significant problems. Ensure Hazardous Waste or Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals are discarded, stored, and managed with other compatible waste streams in containers that are properly labeled and closed prior to being shipped offsite for proper disposal. Initial RCRA training is received within 6 months of the hire date and continuing with annual RCRA training. Enter final results into the computer for pathologist review and signature. We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families: Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%. Employer paid life insurance – equal to 1x salary Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary Adoption assistance LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment Tuition reimbursement Student loan forgiveness Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee’s desires and abilities and the hospital’s needs.

Posted 4 weeks ago

Lexington Health

Phlebotomist

West Columbia, SC 29169

Lab Administration PRN AM Shift 3a-7a EOW Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer. Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state’s first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer’s care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship. Job Summary To perform venipuncture/capillary puncture for blood specimen collection on all neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients while presenting an appearance and degree of skill which fosters user confidence in our entire lab. To perform point of care testing and collect non-blood specimens as instructed. To assist the Lead Phlebotomist with the technical and administrative management of specimen procurement and processing services. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Minimum Years of Experience: 1 Year of Experience Substitutable Education & Experience (Optional): 1 Year of Experience may be substituted for one of the following: Completion of a formal training program in Phlebotomy, Medical Assistant, or other applicable area; Completion of Lexington Medical Center Phlebotomy Apprenticeship Required Certifications/Licensure: None Required Training: None Essential Functions Knowledge and Expertise: Maintains a high level of skill in the performance of venipuncture/capillary puncture for bloodspecimen collection for laboratory analyses. Responsible for collection of blood specimens on difficult patients. Takes responsibility for recollecting patients that Level I and/or II techs are unable to procure in a positive and professional manner. Meets or exceeds all section productivity and specimen quality standards. Demonstrates ability to perform procurement according to appropriate protocols and procedures for population groups from newborn to geriatric (over 65 years). Performs waived, and moderate complexity point of care testing. Documents instrument and reagent QC, and performs preventative maintenance as required. Maintains knowledge and expertise in the collection of NP Washings/swabs, throat cultures, and other special specimen collections as trained and certified by supervisory authority. Maintains current knowledge of and follows policies and procedures as pertains to the laboratory and the Laboratory Information System. Maintains knowledge of the manual backup system. Appropriately handles patient reception, test accessioning, telephone communications, and distribution of reports; works callback queue to ensure delivery of completed results to the ordering physician. Assists in the development of procurement training curriculum, CE’s and QA projects. Responsible for training and orientation of new employees. Handles patient reception, test accessioning, telephone communications, distribution of reports, and callback procedures. Stays abreast of all policy and procedural changes, reads and signs off in a timely fashion. Encourages others to do so. Attends continuing education programs and seminars as scheduling and budgeting permits in order to remain technically current. Performs testing on proficiency testing samples and maintains records that demonstrates that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Productivity: Performs specimen collection as necessary to maintain optimal section workflow. Seeks out and performs additional assignments during decreased workflow. Assigns tasks as necessary to assure continuous, smooth section workflow. Meets and/or exceeds section productivity and turnaround time standards. Communication Skills: Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and reporting them to the general (section) supervisor, technical supervisor (Pathologist over sections), clinical consultant (pathologist), or pathologist director. Distributes specimen collection supplies and instructs patients on proper specimen collection. Duties & Responsibilities Clinical/Administrative: Responsible for proper storage and processing of specimens dispatched to approved reference labs (includes collection in proper container, addition of proper preservatives, and following “special handling” instructions). Uses collection manager devices to ensure positive patient identification; troubleshoots device as needed. Reads Sunquest mailboxes daily to ensure timely dissemination of information. Maintains adequate phlebotomy supplies on their carts, and helps stock and maintain inventory; sanitizes work area. Ensures completion of training checklist for all new employees through direct observation of skill; alerts section supervisor to any concerns encountered during training. Works as charge tech for the shift and responsible for uninterrupted patient care and coordination of continuous workflow. General: Works agreed scheduled hours and willingly works certain unfavorable shifts during times of short staffing/holidays. Participates in call schedule as needed. Ensures appropriate AL notice is given in a timely manner. Approves time in Kronos at the end of each pay period. Performs related and other duties as may be assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency, e.g., fire or disaster. Complies with all standard safety policies and procedures required by CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, FDA, DHEC and OSHA. Performs all other duties as assigned. We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families: Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%. Employer paid life insurance – equal to 1x salary Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary Adoption assistance LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment Tuition reimbursement Student loan forgiveness Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee’s desires and abilities and the hospital’s needs.

Posted 4 weeks ago

Richland County Government

Office Manager Non Exempt

Richland County, SC

The purpose of the class to coordinate, supervise and perform all general administrative activities for the Department, ensuring effective and efficient office operations; to provide instruction and leadership of lower-level support staff, and to perform related work as required. Develops work methods that are general in nature and for which there are precedents, examples, reasonableness or a combination of factors. The class works within broad policy and organizational guidelines and does independent planning and implementation, reporting progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings. ESSENTIAL TASKS The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary. Coordinates, supervises and supports the administrative functions of the Department, including general office services, customer service, accounting and budget preparation and control. Supervises subordinate clerical staff as assigned; supervisory duties include scheduling, instructing, planning and assigning work, reviewing work, maintaining standards, coordinating activities, allocating personnel, acting on employee problems, and recommending employee discipline as appropriate. Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for improvement; offers training, advice and assistance as needed. Monitors the department’s annual budgets and grant program budgets; processes accounts payable and receivable; prepares billing invoices; prepares bank deposits; reconciles accounts, and prepares related financial records and reports. Interprets financial reports, and provides information for budget reports. Monitors the department’s service programs; plans and implements regular reporting, collection of data, preparation of documents; prepares related reports. Processes standard work requests for employees and managers. Organizes work tasks, determines methods of gathering information, and directs routine data collection and research activities. Supervises financial activities for the division, including assisting with collecting, recording, and balancing fees and other payments, preparing invoices, ensuring security of funds, issues refunds, and recording financial transactions for the division. Evaluates office operations and makes recommendations for changes in policies and procedures as appropriate to enhance office effectiveness and efficiency. Assists co-workers and managers with various administrative and clerical duties as necessary. Provides training and leadership of new staff or co-workers as assigned. Provides general administrative and secretarial support to senior staff, performing such duties as scheduling and coordinating meetings and appointments; compiling data for reports and studies; composing and/or preparing routine and confidential reports and correspondence; making travel and accommodations arrangements, etc. Assists in coordinating division / department activities with those of other divisions, departments, agencies, and other professionals as appropriate; researches and provides agencies and individuals with department information as requested and as appropriate. May assist in maintaining accurate, up-to-date and confidential department personnel records, including but not limited to general employee files, personnel action forms, performance evaluations, insurance benefits and worker’s compensation records and claims. Performs other complex clerical work as required, including but not limited to compiling data for reports, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, processing daily mail, disseminating memos / information to department staff, ordering office supplies and maintaining inventory records, maintaining lists and logs, etc. Receives and responds to employee / public inquiries, concerns and complaints and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility. All other duties as assigned. INVOLVEMENT WITH DATA, PEOPLE, AND THINGS DATA INVOLVEMENT: Requires coordinating or determining time, place or sequence of operations or activities based on analysis of data or information and may implement and report on operations and activities. PEOPLE INVOLVEMENT: Requires supervising or leading others by determining work procedures, assigning duties, maintaining harmonious relations and promoting efficiency. INVOLVEMENT WITH THINGS: Requires handling or using machines, tools or equipment requiring brief instruction or experience, such as computers for data entry, fax machines, copiers, telephones or similar equipment; may service office machines, including adding paper and changing toner. COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS REASONING REQUIREMENTS: Requires performing supervisory work involving policy and guidelines, solving both people- and work-related problems. MATHEMATICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires performing addition and subtraction, multiplication and division and/or calculating ratios, rates and percents. LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Requires reading journals, manuals and professional publications; speaking informally to groups of co-workers, staff in other organizational agencies, the general public, people in other organizations; presenting training; composing original reports, training and other written materials using proper language, punctuation, grammar and style. MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires doing clerical, manual or technical tasks requiring a wide range of procedures and requiring intensive understanding of a restricted field or complete familiarity with the functions of a unit or small division of an operating agency; requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results or occasional exposure to unusual pressure. VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE PREPARATION VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline or Equivalent relevant professional experience. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Must possess or be able to obtain Notary Public certification. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of four years of related work experience in the assigned role. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT REQUIREMENTS PHYSICAL AND DEXTERITY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, and routine keyboard operations. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: The job risks exposure to no known environmental hazards. SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities, color perception. JUDGMENTS AND DECISIONS JUDGMENTS AND DECISIONS: Decision-making is a significant part of the job, affecting a large segment of the organization and the general public; works in a dynamic environment; responsible to assist in developing policy and practices. ADA COMPLIANCE Richland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations. Compensation Minimum: $23.92

Posted 4 weeks ago

Plug Power Inc

Commissioning Manager

Columbia, SC 29208

Manager, Commissioning Status: Exempt (salaried) Department: Project Execution Location: Remote in the US Position Summary The Manager, Commissioning leads the execution of commissioning activities for hydrogen infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless transition from construction to full operation. This role requires a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who can manage cross-functional teams, drive project success, and uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, strong project management skills, and the ability to inspire and guide teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Core Duties and Responsibilities Lead and manage commissioning teams across multiple hydrogen infrastructure projects, including GenFuel and GenEco Oversee all aspects of commissioning including planning & scheduling, execution, troubleshooting, and documentation Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and quality standards Provide technical leadership and mentorship to commissioning specialists and field personnel Develop and implement standardized commissioning procedures and best practices Identify and resolve technical and operational challenges during commissioning Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing clear updates and managing expectations Inspire and motivate teams to achieve high performance and project excellence Demonstrate strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities under pressure Promote collaboration across departments and encourage knowledge sharing Build trust and credibility through transparent communication and consistent follow-through Provide coaching and development opportunities to team members Represent Plug Power professionally in all external interactions Champion Plug Power’s values and lead by example in all professional interactions Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or related field) preferred; equivalent experience considered Minimum of 5 years of experience in commissioning, field services, or hydrogen infrastructure projects Proven experience with: Hydrogen and/or hydrogen fuel cell systems Cryogenic and high-pressure systems (250 Bar and above), including pressure testing Industrial gas processing and dispensing equipment Familiarity with National Electric Code (NFPA 70E, 70) Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to read P&ID, EID, FID diagrams and create redline drawings Understanding of the construction process Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools Ability to travel up to 50% and work in diverse environments Pay Rate: $96,800.00 - $154,900.00 We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below: ✓Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply. ✓The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you. ✓Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire ✓401(k) with 5% company match ✓Bonus eligibility ✓Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time ✓Paid Holidays ✓Wellness Reimbursement Program ✓Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement ✓Employee Referral program ✓Employee Assistance Program Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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