Remote Mental Health Counselor jobs in Fort Defiance

MENTAL HEALTH SUPERVISOR (ADOLESCENT CARE UNIT)

Tsehootsooi Medical Center Fort Defiance, AZ

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled Salary Range: $80,652.00 - $102,428.00/Annually **APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER’S LICENSE** **RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises all Mental Health Specialist, Mental Health Technician, Social Worker, and Caseworker staff directing day to day work activities, conducts annual performance reviews, approves leave and timecards and handles employee discipline. Plans, schedules, coordinates and reviews the delivery of mental/behavioral health services including work load assignments and monitors the effectiveness, identifies problem areas and recommends improvements. Conducts individual, marital, family and group psychotherapies for children and adolescents. Services are to be provided to patients with a wide variety of acute and chronic mental health problems including depression, suicide attempts, bereavement, psychotic episodes, family conflicts, substance abuse or dependence, and trauma resulting from violence or abuses of an emotional, physical or sexual nature. Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers and paraprofessionals. Provides consultation to TMC personnel, health professionals, and public and private resources agencies to assist patients in resolving medical, social, family, and emotional problems as needed. Evaluates psychological, social, physiological, and behavioral signs and symptoms of distress. Identifies any coexisting conditions that indicate the need for additional professional assessment and/or services. Performs intake process to include completing intake documents, identifying the patient’s presenting problems and making a case presentation in the team meeting for matching the appropriate provider with the identified patient. Responsible for providing an overview to the patient by describing intake process, program services, and clinic hours. Obtains corroborative information from significant secondary sources regarding patient’s development and psycho-social history. Obtains a mental status examination, assesses for risk to self and/or others, and assesses for a substance use disorder. Conceptualizes the patient’s problems and makes a clear presentation to the clinical team, family members, and the patient with clearly defined treatment objectives. Integrates historical information and assessment data to construct a meaningful integrative treatment plan based on the patient's strengths, weaknesses, and identified problems/needs. Explains assessment results in an understandable manner, identifies and ranks problems, establishes agreement on immediate and long-term goals, identifies effective therapeutic interventions and establishes agreement on the treatment process and the resources to be utilized. Coordinates and integrates services, agencies, resources, and people together within a planned framework of action toward the achievement of established treatment goals. Recognizes elements of a crisis and implements an immediate course of action appropriate to the crisis. Disseminates psycho-education to patients and their sources of support pertaining to the patient’s strengths and weaknesses. Identifies the needs of a patient that cannot be met within FDIHB and matches the needs of the patient with appropriate resources. Documents in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system direct and indirect patient care that was provided within 24 hours of service. Provides guidance and supervision of Subjective, Objective, Assessment and Plan (SOAP) note format. Consults with other professionals regarding a patient’s comprehensive care. Attends conferences, community, group and tribal meetings relative to Medical Social Work Services. Contributes to program planning, development and evaluation of mental health services in conjunction with the Behavioral Health staff and other community service workers. Adheres to applicable laws, regulations and agency policies governing the disclosure of patient identifying information. Required to provide on-call coverage and crisis interventions at night and on a rotational schedule. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Five (5) years’ experience providing mental/behavioral health services including two (2) years of behavioral health supervisory experience. Education: Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field. Licensure: Active, unrestricted License from any U.S. State or Territory in the following areas: Licensed Independent Social Worker Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker/Licensed Clinical Social Worker Licensed Independent Professional Counselor Licensed Independent Marriage Therapist **Please email degree, transcripts, license and certifications to [email protected] ** NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE: FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Tsehootsooi Medical Center Fort Defiance, AZ

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Salary Range: $43,605.00/year - $53,198.00/year APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER'S LICENSE RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Plans, develops, and organizes lesson plans and daily class-work in a manner that will ensure adequate coverage within the time frame allotted for the discipline content and skill required to meet approved course outlines and curriculum objectives. Conducts classroom instruction using modern professional teaching principles, practices, and techniques appropriate to the subject matter. Trains and encourages students to develop skills in critical thinking and making maximum use of educational learning centers. Maintains a keen awareness of student progress to determine the need for students who have learning difficulties. Maintains individual and class records of each student by documenting all educational assessments, progress and class reviews/summaries in each student's education files which are charted in their respective available electronic health charting system. Consults with multi-disciplinary team members regarding behavior problems. Works independently with other specialists, teachers, parents, schools, and guardians concerning student problems. Provides professional academic instruction, assessment, and interpretation, delivery and interpretation of academic progress. Communicates with clients, their families, hospital staff, tribal agencies, law enforcement, probation, school district staff, community counselors, and other outside resources and providers. Analyzes how a student's strengths and limitations affect his/her involvement and progress in the academic curriculum and determines short-term objectives or alternate achievement standards if necessary. Plans, coordinates, administers, and implements the curricula for courses in an established subject matter. Determines educational learning objectives, provides guidance to students and staff, and identifies individual student needs. Reviews and evaluates curriculum for clarity, educational adequacy, and accomplishment of objectives. Identifies topics for direct instruction and prepares the appropriate lesson plans. Follows FDIHB, ACU, Regional Behavioral Health, CMS Federal and State regulations, and tribal policies and procedures for specific standards of care for services in the Adolescent Care Unit. Reviews a variety of sources including libraries and catalogs to find the most relevant educational materials. Identifies advantages and disadvantages of using materials. Determines needs and suitability of materials for use in the program. Maintains, evaluates, consults with ACU staff, and updates existing student library and behavior incentive program. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Two (2) years of direct work experience. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education Current, valid Special Education License Current, valid Special Education certification in any of the following areas: Mild-Moderate Disabilities or Severe and Profound Disabilities or similar. Must obtain and maintain a Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification within three (3) months after hire. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected] NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree Experience: 2 years of direct work experience. Licenses & Certifications: Special Education Certification required. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc. Fort Defiance, AZ

Fort Defiance Indian Rte 7 & Indian Rte 12 PO Box 649 Fort Defiance, AZ 86504, USA CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Salary Range: $43,605.00/year - $53,198.00/year APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER'S LICENSE RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Plans, develops, and organizes lesson plans and daily class-work in a manner that will ensure adequate coverage within the time frame allotted for the discipline content and skill required to meet approved course outlines and curriculum objectives. Conducts classroom instruction using modern professional teaching principles, practices, and techniques appropriate to the subject matter. Trains and encourages students to develop skills in critical thinking and making maximum use of educational learning centers. Maintains a keen awareness of student progress to determine the need for students who have learning difficulties. Maintains individual and class records of each student by documenting all educational assessments, progress and class reviews/summaries in each student's education files which are charted in their respective available electronic health charting system. Consults with multi-disciplinary team members regarding behavior problems. Works independently with other specialists, teachers, parents, schools and guardians concerning student problems. Provides professional academic instruction, assessment, and interpretation of academic progress. Communicates with clients, their families, hospital staff, tribal agencies, law enforcement, probation, school district staff, community counselors, and other outside resources and providers. Analyzes how a student's strengths and limitations affect his/her involvement and progress in the academic curriculum and determines short-term objectives or alternate achievement standards if necessary. Plans, coordinates, administers, and implements the curricula for courses in an established subject matter. Determines educational learning objectives, provides guidance to students and staff and identifies individual student needs. Reviews and evaluates curriculum for clarity, educational adequacy, and accomplishment of objectives. Identifies topics for direct instruction and prepares the appropriate lesson plans. Follows FDIHB, ACU, Regional Behavioral Health, CMS Federal and State regulations, and tribal policies and procedures for specific standards of care for services in the Adolescent Care Unit. Reviews a variety of sources including libraries and catalogs to find the most relevant educational materials. Identifies advantages and disadvantages of using materials. Determines needs and suitability of materials for use in the program. Maintains, evaluates, consults with ACU staff and updates existing student library and behavior incentive program. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Two (2) years of direct work experience. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education Current, valid Special Education License Current, valid Special Education certification in any of the following areas: Mild-Moderate Disabilities or Severe and Profound Disabilities or similar. Must obtain and maintain a Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification within three (3) months after hire. **Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected]** NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Required Bachelor or better in Education. Experience Required 2 years: Two (2) years of direct work experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr

SOCIAL WORKER - OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

FDIHB Fort Defiance, AZ

SOCIAL WORKER - OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Job Category : Medical Requisition Number : SOCIA001748 Posted: February 25, 2025 Employment Type: Full-Time Location Fort Defiance, AZ 86504, USA Salary Range: $63,052.00/YR - $78,815.00/YR **APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE** **RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides mature professional judgment, utilize treatment modalities, exercise culturally sensitive therapy, and case management crisis intervention. Performs therapeutic skills in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients and their families who present an unlimited range of difficult health-related, psycho-social and environmental problems. Reaches independent conclusions in serving isolated and vulnerable patients having complicated, conflicting needs and relationships that are difficult to resolve. Provides continuum of care through community-based resources, integrated treatment plan to patients and their families, while they are learning to live with illness or disability of a family member, but most importantly focusing on returning them to the highest level of health. Prepares and gives interpretation of patient case studies and psychosocial histories for physicians, health team members and community social services agencies for their use in reaching decisions as to indicate medical or psychosocial treatment. Performs initial assessment and evaluation of patients and families. Identifies treatment needs and barriers to growth and development. Develops treatment plans that address and specify outcomes, collaborates with medical team on the psychosocial factors relating to illness, hospitalization, diagnosis and recommended treatment of patients. Prepares patient referrals and coordinates services with community agencies and professionals such as social services, education counselors, and behavioral health personnel, regarding patients or a group of patients. Participates in agency committee to address challenge unmet needs and advocate for services. Initiates and continues community organization services to influence public attitudes toward patient needs and health care. Collaborates and Coordinates with tribal communities, courts and community groups to facilitate the development of needed services and programs in the community to meet identified unmet needs. Makes professional decisions, planning and recommendations for patient treatment plans, hospital discharge to the home or another institution, and placement of a patient to a nursing/group home versus returning home. Completes required workload and provides periodic reports regarding the progress on the medical social work and usual patient or community problems or unmet needs. Gathers data through chart reviews and information that is required to evaluate the program and health-related, psychosocial and environmental problems. Conducts limited performance improvement projects relating to the psychosocial unmet needs. Performs consultations with patients, family, community resources, and collateral staff. Participates actively in program planning to raise the quality and comfort care for frail and vulnerable patient population in the development and maintenance of public understanding and sound working relationships with local agencies and community resources. Attends conferences, community, group and Tribal meetings relative to Medical Social Work Services to address improvement of community resources. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: One (1) year of direct work experience. Education: Master's Degree in Social Work. Licensure: Valid and unrestricted license in any U.S. State in any of the following areas: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) License Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) Application Instructions: Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected]. NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR (PRIMARY CARE CLINIC)

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc. Fort Defiance, AZ

CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR (PRIMARY CARE CLINIC) Job Category: Nursing Requisition Number: CLINI001758 Posted: November 19, 2024 Employment Type: Full-Time Location Fort Defiance, AZ 86504, USA **APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER’S LICENSE** **RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops and implements comprehensive care plans with patient, family, and team, evaluating and updating these plans based on needs. Coordinates with family, Ambulatory Clinics, and other services; facilitates meetings and attends community meetings as necessary. Cultivates and supports assigned care & subspecialty co-management with timely communication and follow-up. Educates, counsels, and supports patients; intervenes or facilitates referrals in crises. Builds care relationships and supports the primary care-giving role of the family. Assists with identifying patients with chronic care needs and maintains a chronic disease registry. Understands eligibility requirements and referral processes for public and private sector services. Serves as the point-of-contact and advocate for family and community partners. Consults and provides resources to FDIHB staff regarding patient care. Develops and maintains policies related to care coordination of complex patients. Serves as a quality improvement team member; helps measure quality and implement practice improvements. Maintains professional growth and development through continued education. Attends to clinical needs of complex patients in the clinic and inpatient unit. Provides skilled and comprehensive nursing care as needed. Offers outreach and education to the community regarding chronic care issues. Develops educational materials and provides instruction to meet audience needs. Fosters educational development using appropriate theories and principles. Fields queries from the community regarding chronic care issues. Completes all required training by the indicated due date. Promotes compliance with established standards. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Two (2) years of Registered Nurse experience in a clinical, medical/surgical, acute and/or critical care setting. Education: Associate’s of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program. License: Valid and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in any U.S. State or Territory. Certificate: Valid American Heart Association certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE: FDIHB has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Tsehootsooi Medical Center Fort Defiance, AZ

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Salary Range: Depending on Experience (DOE) **APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE** **RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED* ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manages the speech therapy service under mentorship and supervision of Director of Rehabilitation Services. Develops programs, speech therapy policies and procedures, quality assurance, risk management and infection control, CMS preparation (ongoing), strategic planning, monthly and annual reports, attendance at required meetings, patient, staff and community education, limited supervision of subordinate personnel, students, and volunteers. Develops and directs a comprehensive speech therapy program that addresses care and treatment of all speech/swallowing/cognitive disorders and all age levels from birth to advanced age. Provides consultation, evaluation, and treatment to in and outpatients of all diagnoses and all age levels referred for impaired hearing, communication disorders, and/or feeding/swallowing problems. Treats debilitated, impaired patients with deficits in language comprehension and/or expression, speech/sound articulation, voice production, fluency problems, feeding/swallowing difficulties. Counsels family members regarding patient's status and ways to facilitate more effective communication in the home. Serves as a member of a comprehensive rehabilitation team and participates in formulation of rehabilitation objectives, policies, procedures, and continuous quality improvement (CQI). Consults and collaborates with team members to develop appropriate and comprehensive care plans for patients with impaired hearing, communication disorders, and/or feeding/swallowing problems. Maintains current knowledge, skills, and abilities appropriate to the speech and language profession and health care in general. Shows proof of continuing education including annual CPR renewal. Requests and obtains privileges for clinical applications outside the purview of speech language pathology. Develops and manages programs to address high risk, high volume, problem prone diagnoses including (but not limited to) cleft palate and fetal alcohol syndrome. Plans and implements a video fluoroscopy program in conjunction with the services unit Radiology Department to objectively assess swallowing problems. Advocates for speech and language services as a care provider and member of the comprehensive rehabilitation team. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: One (1) year of direct work experience. Education: Completion of entry-level graduate degree from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA). Active, unrestricted license as a Speech-Language Pathologist from any U.S State. **Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected] NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Qualifications Education Required : Graduate Experience : Required 1 year One (1) year of direct work experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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STAFF PHYSICIAN (GENERAL SURGERY)

Tsehootsooi Medical Center Fort Defiance, AZ

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED (OUF) SALARY RANGE: Dependent on Experience (DOE) **APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER'S LICENSE** **RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interviews and examines patients, reviews past medical history, and requests/or performs diagnostic tests and examinations deemed necessary to obtain all possible information related to each case. Makes preliminary diagnosis, directs, prescribes or provides treatment, or arranges for specialized care or patient referral as required. Bases decision upon information obtained, professional medical knowledge and skills and prescribed policies and procedures. Makes notes of observations to be incorporated into clinical records. Provides emergency care as required. Provides definitive management in all medical categories for cases that do not require referral. Gives total patient care including diagnosis, treatment and follow-up services to patients under incumbent's care. Performs major general surgical operations as well as advising other physicians in other services concerning general surgical or potential general surgical cases. When performing these operations is in complete charge of surgery, guiding and directing the assisting medical officers, nurse anesthetist, nurses, and surgical technicians. Conducts outpatient clinics making observations appropriate to the outpatients underlying disease and treatment plan, including current symptoms. Reviews the patient's medications, diet, therapy course, and adherence to management plan and patient observations. Modifies regimen as indicated. Instructs and counsels patients as required. Refers patients to appropriate facilities providing full clinical information for care and diagnostic procedures that cannot be adequately provided on-site. Coordinates and integrates information obtained at FDIHB and assures the provision of timely follow-up care as required. Assures preparation of appropriate medical records, accumulation and organization of all pertinent clinical data needed to provide comprehensive medical care. Dictates clinical reports and care to physicians, hospitals and other individuals and facilities. Works closely with Allied Health professionals (Community Health Nurse, Social Workers, Health Education, etc.) in the provision of comprehensive health care services. Serves as a consultant to primary care physicians at FDIHB. Serves as the General Surgeon on call as scheduled, or when needed. Serves as the general representative to hospital committees as assigned. Serves as a member of the Medical Executive Committee, Medical Staff and attends committee meetings. Participates in the performance improvement activities, which are coordinated with the hospital-wide Performance Improvement programs overseen by the hospital Quality Management committee. Ensures that the department and subordinate departments are in full compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) and hospital standards. Ability to work on a regularly assigned, rotation or call back basis to provide continuity of medical services during evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: No additional experience required outside of a completed training program as identified in the education qualifications listed below. Education: Completion of an accredited Medical School Program. Completion of an accredited five (5) year general surgery residency program. Board Eligible or Certification by an approved American Specialty Board in Surgery. Active unrestricted Medical License from any U.S. State or Territory. **Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected]** NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Qualifications Education: Required: Doctorate Experience: Required Licenses & Certifications: Required: Medical License American Specialty Board #J-18808-Ljbffr

CERTIFIED NURSE MIDWIFE II

Fdihb Fort Defiance, AZ

Fort Defiance Indian Rte 7 & Indian Rte 12 PO Box 649 Fort Defiance, AZ 86504, USA Salary Range: Dependent on Experience (DOE) ***APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE*** ***RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED*** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides visionary leadership and strategic direction to produce real improvements in clinical practice and the quality of care and service to childbearing women. Assists with providing professional leadership to the integrated hospital and community midwifery team. Acts as role model and advocate for woman-centered, evidenced-based care in line with the national agenda. Explores current research, identifies areas for development and plans appropriate changes using research and experience to evaluate outcomes. Works as an expert practitioner keeping abreast of current practices and maintaining clinical credibility by regularly participating in clinical practice. Provides midwifery care to women in the prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods. Including prenatal visits, antepartum testing, attendance during labor, vaginal deliveries, assisting with cesarean sections, repair of vulvar/vaginal lacerations, immediate and outpatient postpartum care. Provides routine newborn care up to six weeks. Provides midwifery care to women of all ages in the area of well-woman gynecology. Including family planning and birth control, sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, diagnosis and treatment of minor gynecological problems and menopause. Participates in the Midwifery Services peer review, meetings, and projects. Interviews and examines patients, reviews past medical history, and requests/or performs diagnostic tests and examinations deemed necessary to obtain all possible information related to each case. Makes preliminary diagnosis, directs, prescribes or provides treatment, or arranges for specialized care or patient referral as required. Bases decision upon information obtained, professional midwifery knowledge and skills and prescribed policies and procedures. Ensures preparation of timely, appropriate medical records for all patients seen to assure the accumulation and organization of all pertinent clinical data needed to provide comprehensive medical care. Independently provides routine care for pregnancy, birth and well woman care. Gives total patient care including prevention, health maintenance, early diagnosis, treatment and follow-up services. Conducts outpatient clinics making observations appropriate to the outpatients underlying disease and treatment plan, including current symptoms. Reviews the patient’s medications, diet, therapy course, and adherence to management plan and patient observations. Modifies regimen as indicated. Instructs and counsels patients as required. Refers patients to appropriate contracted medical or other government facilities providing full clinical information for care and diagnostic procedures that cannot be adequately provided on site. Coordinates and integrates information to assure the provision of timely follow-up care as required. Works closely with Allied Health professionals (Community Health Nurse, Social Workers, Health Education, etc.) in the provision of broad healthcare services. Serves as a consultant in the field of midwifery to other members on the FDIHB Medical Staff. Serves on hospital committees as assigned. Serves as a member of the Medical Staff and is responsible for all associated duties including following Medical Staff Bylaws and Rules & Regulations, participates in the performance improvement activities, which are coordinated with the hospital wide Performance Improvement (PI) programs and ensures that the department and subordinate departments are in full compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) and hospital standards. Provides emergency care as required. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Three (3) years of Certified Nurse Midwifery Experience. Education: Completion of an accredited Master’s Degree in Midwifery. Active Board Certification from the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB). Active unrestricted Midwifery license in any U.S. State or Territory. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and maintain certification. Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and maintain certification. Please email degree or transcripts to: [email protected] NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB, Inc. is located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Experience Required 3 years: 3 years: Three (3) years of Certified Nurse Midwifery Experience.#J-18808-Ljbffr

DIRECTOR OF ANCILLARY SERVICES

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc. Fort Defiance, AZ

Fort Defiance Fort Defiance, AZ 86504, USA Description Closing Date: Monday, March 31, 2025 @ 4:00 PM MST Salary Range: Dependent on Experience (DOE) **APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER’S LICENSE** **RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee, coordinate, plan, organize, implement and evaluate the ancillary services of inpatients and outpatients of all ages with a wide variety of diagnostic conditions. Responsible for written directives addressing decisions and compliance with administrative policies and procedures. Manage and direct the Ancillary Services including strategic planning, policy formulation, budget management, total quality management, financial management, equipment and supplies management, planning and management of specialty clinics. Promote training needs of all direct care staff within Ancillary Services and ensures staff development and competency. Ensure that direct care staff demonstrates knowledge of growth and development over the lifespan and possess the skills necessary to evaluate and treat patients of all ages. Ensure diagnostic and therapeutic services provided meet departmental requirements. Promote, support, and coordinate planning and implementation of educational programs which include the training of interns from affiliated university programs, staff in-service training, in-service programs for physicians, nurses and other direct care staff, other government agencies and the community at large. Provide expert professional consultation to personnel, medical staff within the hospital, schools and the community in general on ancillary services available and indications thereof. Assign work to staff based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments and the capabilities of employees. Collaborate and coordinate with the Branch Chief and other departmental Chiefs via conference calls and scheduled meetings on standardized policies and procedures, planning and implementing area-wide performance improvement monitors, on Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) preparation on mandates and other professional issues. Direct, coordinate, and oversee work of staff; develop monitors and evaluate work performance of staff; schedule and approve leave requests of staff. Advise, counsel or instruct employees on both work and administrative matters; works with Human Resources in resolving group grievances or serious employee complaints, and with disciplinary issues, such as warnings and reprimands. Improve clinical and non-clinical work methods and procedures. Provide technical requirements and descriptions of work to be accomplished. Provide day to day leadership and management that reflect the adopted mission and core values of the organization. Assume responsibilities for interviewing, hiring and training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems. Establish and approve overall work schedules and determines individual or work group assignments. Create policies, programs and procedures related to ancillary services along with the Ancillary Services Branch Supervisors. Work with other Clinical Service Division Branch Supervisors for the purpose of meeting FDIHB needs for Medical Services in conjunction with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). Assume responsibility for the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement of Medical Care delivered at FDIHB in conjunction with the CMO and members of the Medical Staff. Develop and implement plans/programs for improvement, expansion and contraction of patient care services to meet evolving patient care needs or staffing levels. Assume responsibility for satisfying Ancillary Services Branch Department’s requirements in order to maintain the CMS and other pertinent accreditation. Serve on a variety of hospital committees. Perform other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Five (5) years clinical experience and two (2) years supervisory experience in healthcare. Education: Completion of a medical degree from an accredited university, or completion of a Master’s level nursing degree from an accredited university. Active, unrestricted Medical License (DPT, NP, PA) or an active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license from any U.S. State or Territory. **Please email degree, transcripts, license and certifications to [email protected]** NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE: FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Qualifications Education Required Doctorate or better in Medicine. Masters or better in Nursing. Experience Required 2 years: 2 years: Two (2) years supervisory experience in healthcare. 5 years: 5 years: Five (5) years clinical experience in healthcare. #J-18808-Ljbffr

PHYSICAL THERAPIST II

FDIHB Fort Defiance, AZ

Closing Date: Open Until Filled (OUF)Salary Range: Dependent on Experience (DOE)***APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE******RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED***ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESConsults with physicians and/or supervisors to determine treatment plan.Plans and performs physical therapy for neurologically and physically impaired clients, including soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, gait training and muscle re-education through corrective exercises.Schedules and administers evaluations; conducts home assessments for equipment needs; and performs school consultations to establish school directed activities, such as standing programs.Administers tests such as manual muscle tests, joint range of motion, reflex testing, postural assessment, gait analysis, and functional mobility.Attends appropriate clinics, management meetings and case conferences to discuss client status.Instructs clients, family members, and caregivers regarding home exercise programs and equipment needs.Observes, evaluates and records client's treatment, reactions, and progress and reports changes to physician.Counsels and refers clients to vocational rehabilitation programs for further testing and training.Evaluates and orders appropriate mobility equipment and orthotic devices as prescribed.Assists in training and overseeing therapy aides in the treatment of clients.Instructs patients in pain management, injury prevention, posture correction and body mechanics.Provides in-patient services.Performs other duties as assignedMANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSExperience: Three (3) years of direct work experience.Education: Master's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.Active, unrestricted Physical Therapist State License in any U.S. State or Territory.**Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected]/INDIAN PREFERENCEFDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

FDIHB Fort Defiance, AZ

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLEDSalary Range: Depending on Experience (DOE) **APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE****RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED*ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESManages the speech therapy service under mentorship and supervision of Director of Rehabilitation Services.Develops programs, speech therapy policies and procedures, quality assurance, risk management and infection control, CMS preparation (ongoing), strategic planning, monthly and annual reports, attendance at required meetings, patient, staff and community education, limited supervision of subordinate personnel, students, and volunteers.Develops and directs a comprehensive speech therapy program that addresses care and treatment of all speech/swelling/cognitive disorders and all age levels from birth to through advanced age to death.Provides consultation, evaluation, and treatment to in and outpatients of all diagnoses and all age levels referred for impaired hearing, communication disorders, and/or feeding/swallowing problems.Treats debilitated, impaired patients with deficits in language comprehension and/or expression, speech/sound articulation, voice production, fluency problems, feeding/swallowing difficulties.Counsels family members regarding patient's status and ways to facilitate more effective communication in the home.Serves as a member of a comprehensive rehabilitation team and participates in formulation of rehabilitation objectives, policies, procedures, and continuous quality improvement (CQI).Consults and collaborates with team members to develop appropriate and comprehensive care plans for patients with impaired hearing, communication disorders, and/or feeding/swallowing problems.Maintains current knowledge, skills, and abilities appropriate to the speech and language profession and health care in general.Shows proof of continuing education including annual CPR renewal. Requests and obtains privileges for clinical applications outside the purview of speech language pathology.Develops and manages programs to address high risk, high volume, problem prone diagnoses including (but not limited to) cleft palate and fetal alcohol syndrome.Plans and implements a video fluoroscopy program in conjunction with the services unit Radiology Department to objectively assess swallowing problems.Advocates for speech and language services as a care provider and member of the comprehensive rehabilitation team.Performs other duties as assigned.MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience:One (1) year of direct work experience. Education:Completion of entry-level graduate degree from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA).Active, unrestricted license as a Speech-Language Pathologist from any U.S State.**Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected]/INDIAN PREFERENCEFDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Psychotherapist

BlueSky Telepsych Fort Defiance, AZ

Job Description Job Description ** *Psychotherapist supervisor $200 per supervisee About BlueSky: We are a clinician-led, patient-centered, collaborative behavioral health company of mental health professionals committed to improving access to very high-quality mental health care! Each clinician is dedicated to evidence-based care. Our objective is to make our services more available to those in need of high-quality mental health care. We aim to serve not only those in rural areas but be available to all regions for those who would prefer to make use of the privacy, security, and convenience of a telehealth consultation. Job Details: Enjoy the autonomy of practicing in the best interest of the patient without corporate administrative interference! Caseloads build rapidly, just speak with anyone in the company! We are growing in the form of teams composed of multiple therapists and a prescriber. We emphasize regular staffing with your collaborating prescribers, at least monthly, to discuss patient cases or clinical topics. Clinical work is performed from home, and days and hours are per the clinician's choosing. Clinical team meetings are also virtual. Compensation is hourly, there is a medical insurance benefit for those therapists able to offer full-time hours. Seeking someone excited to collaborate actively in a team-based format to ensure coordination between our Psychiatric and counselor providers. Job Requirements: Must be fully licensed (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD, or Ph.D.) and open to licensing in alternative states. Significant prior clinical experience as a clinical psychotherapist is preferred but not required. Experience with diverse populations such as LGBTQ+ and transgender community desired. Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time management skills. Solid computer and basic technology skills HOURLY Salary Range $50—$70 USD

Applicant Pool Only - Administrative Assistant

Navajo Tribal Utility Authority Fort Defiance, AZ

Job Description Job Description MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: High School Diploma or GED Certificate Associates' Degree in Business Administration or Office Administration. 3-5 years' Administrative experience. 3-5 years' experience in Computer Systems. Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project Management, and Outlook). Requires a Valid Driver's License (subject to motor vehicle review). JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES: Provides confidential administrative support to the Manager. Tracks and monitors status of special projects or assignments on an ongoing basis. Tracks and monitors budgets and provides an accurate report to the District Manager and Management. Composes letters and memorandums from dictation, verbal direction or from knowledge of company policy or procedures. Plans and coordinated the development and maintenance of such activities as forms control, control procedures, efficiency of intra-company communications, office equipment controls, and clerical work standards. Supervises the investigation of existing and proposed administrative systems and procedures; makes recommendations directed toward simplification and improvements, and plans and coordinates their implementation. Assists in establishing quality levels and standards of secretarial and clerical functions within the division. Researches information, compiles statistics, gathers and computes various data. Screens visitors, telephone calls, incoming mail, publications and other correspondence. Answers inquires on procedures and policies relating to departmental functions. Disseminates work to clerical staff, establishes priorities and resolves problems relating to the day-to-day operations. Coordinates processing of paperwork and records changes among several departments. Collects information needed by supervisor for conference and reports. Meets with department heads regarding clerical needs and provides counsel regarding scope and process of project requests. Resolves routine problems in work area. Proofs and edits work of others. Makes arrangements for meetings and coordinates facilities. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. This announcement is for an Applicant Pool to be used by all Districts. This announcement will close on Monday, June 30, 2025 , visit www.ntua.com to apply. The online NTUA Employment Application must be completed for consideration. If you have any questions please call NTUA Human Resources @ (928) 729-6252. Navajo Preference Navajo Veteran Preference This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR (PRIMARY CARE CLINIC)

FDIHB Fort Defiance, AZ

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled (OUF) Salary Range: $43.44 - $55.98 per hour **APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVER'S LICENSE** ** RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops and implements comprehensive care plans with patient, family, team (emergency plan, medical summary, and action plan as appropriate), and evaluates and continually monitors/updates/alters these plans based on patient/family needs and unmet needs, strengths, and assets. Coordinates inter-organizationally with family, Ambulatory Clinics, inpatient services, and involved services and agencies; facilitate "wrap around" meetings or team conferences and attend community meetings with family as necessary. Observes and assess health status of patients by physical assessment and examination, interviewing patient and family member, and reviewing patient's health history. Cultivates and supports assigned care & subspecialty co-management with timely communication, inquiry, follow-up, and integration of information into the care plan. Educates, counsels, supports and provides patient appropriate anticipatory guidance. In a crisis, intervenes or facilitate referrals appropriately. Builds care relationships and patient-specific skills among family and team; supports the primary care-giving role of the family. Facilitates patient/family access to available medical, psychological, developmental, educational, social, and financial services and supports. Assists with or promotes the identification of patient with chronic care needs; adds to and maintains chronic disease registry and uses registry to plan and monitor care; properly applies inclusion/exclusion criteria and case finding strategies so as not to over or under identify patients. Understands eligibility requirements, referral processes, and funding details for available public and private sector services and programs; catalogs these details and formulates procedures that facilitate access to these services as dictated by individual patient need. Serves as the point-of-contact, advocate, and informational resource for family and community partners/payers, including having a close working relationship with the FDIHB Purchase Referred Care Department. Serves as a consultant and resource person to FDIHB staff, including physicians, nurses, therapists, pharmacists, dentists, etc. on issues regarding patients and their care. Develops and maintains policies and procedures related to the care and care coordination of complex patients with chronic diseases. Develops and maintains policies and procedures related to the screening of patients for the presence of complex, chronic medical issues according to relevant standards and guidelines. Develops formal referral forms, policies, and procedures that relate to accessing these services and supports. Serves as a quality improvement team member; helps to measure quality and to identify, test, refine and implement practice improvements. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, independent study, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of the latest trends related to patients with chronic disease, throughout the care continuum. Attends to specific clinical needs of empaneled complex patients on an as needed basis in the clinic and/or on the inpatient unit. Closely collaborates with the primary care provider (Physician, Advanced Practice Clinician) and the clinical nurses in these instances. Provides skilled and comprehensive nursing care to patients as needed. Offers outreach and education to the community related to chronic care patients, their issues, their needs, and details regarding the function of the Chronic Care Model in the form of presentations and informational sessions. Develops and maintains related educational materials and provides instruction or other learning opportunities to meet the needs of the target audience. Utilizes theories and principles of education/learning (age-specific, developmentally and culturally appropriate) to foster the educational development of the target audience. Fields queries from the community regarding patients with chronic care diseases and issues related to this patient population. Completes all yearly Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) required training by the indicated dues date. Assists, promotes, and supports compliance with established CMS standards. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Two (2) years of Registered Nurse experience in a clinical, medical/surgical, acute and/or critical care setting. Education: Associates of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program. License: Valid and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in any U.S. State or Territory. Certificate: Valid American Heart Association (AHA) certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and maintain certification. **Please email degree, transcripts, license and certifications to [email protected]** NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE: FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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STAFF PHYSICIAN (GENERAL SURGERY)

FDIHB Fort Defiance, AZ

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTILL FILLED (OUF)SALARY RANGE: Dependent on Experience (DOE)**APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE****RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED**ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESInterviews and examines patients, reviews past medical history, and requests/or performs diagnostic tests and examinations deemed necessary to obtain all possible information related to each case.Makes preliminary diagnosis, directs, prescribes or provides treatment, or arranges for specialized care or patient referral as required. Bases decision upon information obtained, professional medical knowledge and skills and prescribed policies and procedures. Makes notes of observations to be incorporated into clinical records. Provides emergency care as required.Provides definitive management in all medical categories for cases that do not require referral. Gives total patient care including diagnosis, treatment and follow-up services to patients under incumbent's care.Performs major general surgical operations as well as advising other physicians in other services concerning general surgical or potential general surgical cases. When performing these operations is in complete charge of surgery, guiding and directing the assisting medical officers, nurse anesthetist, nurses, and surgical technicians.Conducts outpatient clinics making observations appropriate to the outpatients underlying disease and treatment plan, including current symptoms. Reviews the patient's medications, diet, therapy course, and adherence to management plan and patient observations. Modifies regimen as indicated. Instructs and counsels patients as required.Refers patients to appropriate facilities providing full clinical information for care and diagnostic procedures that cannot be adequately provided on-site. Coordinates and integrates information obtained at FDIHB and assures the provision of timely follow-up care as required.Assures preparation of appropriate medical records, accumulation and organization of all pertinent clinical data needed to provide comprehensive medical care. Dictates clinical reports and care to physicians, hospitals and other individuals and facilities.Works closely with Allied Health professionals (Community Health Nurse, Social Workers, Health Education, etc.) in the provision of comprehensive health care services.Serves as a consultant to primary care physicians at FDIHB. Serves as the General Surgeon on call as scheduled, or when needed.Serves as the general representative to hospital committees as assigned.Serves as a member of the Medical Executive Committee, Medical Staff and attends committee meetings. Participates in the performance improvement activities, which are coordinated with the hospital wide Performance Improvement programs overseen by the hospital Quality Management committee. Ensures that the department and subordinate departments are in full compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) and hospital standards.Ability to work on a regularly assigned, rotation or call back basis to provide continutiy of medical services during evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.Performs other duties as assigned.MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience:No additional experience required outside of a completed training program as identified in the education qualifications listed below. Education:Completion of an accredited Medical School Program.Completion of an accredited five (5) year general surgery residency program.Board Eligible or Certification by an approved American Specialty Board in Surgery.Active unrestricted Medical License from any U.S. State or Territory.**Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected]/INDIAN PREFERENCEFDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

SOCIAL WORKER - OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Tsehootsooi Medical Center Fort Defiance, AZ

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled (OUF) Salary Range: $63,052.00/YR - $78,815.00/YR **APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE** **RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides mature professional judgment, utilize treatment modalities, exercise culturally sensitive therapy, and case management crisis intervention. Performs therapeutic skills in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients and their families who present an unlimited range of difficult health-related, psycho-social and environmental problems. Reaches independent conclusions in serving isolated and vulnerable patients having complicated, conflicting needs and relationships that are difficult to resolve. Provides continuum of care through community-based resources, integrated treatment plan to patients and their families, while they are learning to live with illness or disability of a family member, but most importantly focusing on returning them to the highest level of health. Prepares and gives interpretation of patient case studies and psychosocial histories for physicians, health team members and community social services agencies for their use in reaching decisions as to indicate medical or psychosocial treatment. Performs initial assessment and evaluation of patients and families. Identifies treatment needs and barriers to growth and development. Develops treatment plans that address and specify outcomes, collaborates with medical team on the psychosocial factors relating to illness, hospitalization, diagnosis and recommended treatment of patients. Prepares patient referrals and coordinates services with community agencies and professionals such as social services, education counselors, and behavioral health personnel, regarding patients or a group of patients. Participates in agency committee to address challenge unmet needs and advocate for services. Initiates and continues community organization services to influence public attitudes toward patient needs and health care. Collaborates and Coordinates with tribal communities, courts and community groups to facilitate the development of needed services and programs in the community to meet identified unmet needs. Makes professional decisions, planning and recommendations for patient treatment plans, hospital discharge to the home or another institution, and placement of a patient to a nursing/group home versus returning home. Completes required workload and provides periodic reports regarding the progress on the medical social work and usual patient or community problems or unmet needs. Gathers data through chart reviews and information that is required to evaluate the program and health-related, psychosocial and environmental problems. Conducts limited performance improvement projects relating to the psychosocial unmet needs. Performs consultations with patients, family, community resources, and collateral staff. Participates actively in program planning to raise the quality and comfort care for frail and vulnerable patient population in the development and maintenance of public understanding and sound working relationships with local agencies and community resources. Attends conferences, community, group and Tribal meetings relative to Medical Social Work Services to address improvement of community resources. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: One (1) year of direct work experience. Education: Master's Degree in Social Work. Licensure: Valid and unrestricted license in any U.S. State in any of the following areas: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) License Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) **Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected]** NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr

PHYSICAL THERAPIST I

Tsehootsooi Medical Center Fort Defiance, AZ

Closing Date: MAY 2ND, 2025 @4:00 PM Salary Range: Dependent on Experience (DOE) ***APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE*** ***RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED*** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Consults with physicians and/or supervisors to determine treatment plan. Plans and performs physical therapy for neurologically and physically impaired clients, including soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, gait training and muscle re-education through corrective exercises Schedules and administers evaluations; conducts home assessments for equipment needs; and performs school consultations to establish school directed activities, such as standing programs. Administers tests such as manual muscle tests, joint range of motion, reflex testing, postural assessment, gait analysis, and functional mobility. Attends appropriate clinics, management meetings and case conferences to discuss client status. Instructs clients, family members, and caregivers regarding home exercise programs and equipment needs. Observes, evaluates and records client's treatment, reactions, and progress and reports changes to physician. Counsels and refers clients to vocational rehabilitation programs for further testing and training. Evaluates and orders appropriate mobility equipment and orthotic devices as prescribed. Assists in training and overseeing therapy aides in the treatment of clients. Provides in-patient services. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS Experience: No additional experience required outside of a completed training program as defined in the education qualifications listed below. Education: Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Program. Active, unrestricted Physical Therapist State License in any U.S. State or Territory. Please email degree or transcripts to: [email protected] NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB, Inc. is located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr

PHYSICAL THERAPIST II

Tsehootsooi Medical Center Fort Defiance, AZ

Closing Date: Open Until Filled (OUF) Salary Range: Dependent on Experience (DOE) ***APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE*** ***RESUME AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED*** ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Consults with physicians and/or supervisors to determine treatment plan. Plans and performs physical therapy for neurologically and physically impaired clients, including soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, gait training and muscle re-education through corrective exercises. Schedules and administers evaluations; conducts home assessments for equipment needs; and performs school consultations to establish school directed activities, such as standing programs. Administers tests such as manual muscle tests, joint range of motion, reflex testing, postural assessment, gait analysis, and functional mobility. Attends appropriate clinics, management meetings and case conferences to discuss client status. Instructs clients, family members, and caregivers regarding home exercise programs and equipment needs. Observes, evaluates and records client's treatment, reactions, and progress and reports changes to physician. Counsels and refers clients to vocational rehabilitation programs for further testing and training. Evaluates and orders appropriate mobility equipment and orthotic devices as prescribed. Assists in training and overseeing therapy aides in the treatment of clients. Instructs patients in pain management, injury prevention, posture correction and body mechanics. Provides in-patient services. Performs other duties as assigned MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Three (3) years of direct work experience. Education: Master's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program. Active, unrestricted Physical Therapist State License in any U.S. State or Territory. **Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected] NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Qualifications Experience Required 3 years Three (3) years of direct work experience. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc. Fort Defiance, AZ

Fort Defiance Fort Defiance, AZ 86504, USA Description CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Salary Range: Depending on Experience (DOE) APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manages the speech therapy service under mentorship and supervision of Director of Rehabilitation Services. Develops programs, speech therapy policies and procedures, quality assurance, risk management and infection control, CMS preparation (ongoing), strategic planning, monthly and annual reports, attendance at required meetings, patient, staff and community education, limited supervision of subordinate personnel, students, and volunteers. Develops and directs a comprehensive speech therapy program that addresses care and treatment of all speech/swelling/cognitive disorders and all age levels from birth to through advanced age to death. Provides consultation, evaluation, and treatment to in and outpatients of all diagnoses and all age levels referred for impaired hearing, communication disorders, and/or feeding/swallowing problems. Treats debilitated, impaired patients with deficits in language comprehension and/or expression, speech/sound articulation, voice production, fluency problems, feeding/swallowing difficulties. Counsels family members regarding patient's status and ways to facilitate more effective communication in the home. Serves as a member of a comprehensive rehabilitation team and participates in formulation of rehabilitation objectives, policies, procedures, and continuous quality improvement (CQI). Consults and collaborates with team members to develop appropriate and comprehensive care plans for patients with impaired hearing, communication disorders, and/or feeding/swallowing problems. Maintains current knowledge, skills, and abilities appropriate to the speech and language profession and health care in general. Shows proof of continuing education including annual CPR renewal. Requests and obtains privileges for clinical applications outside the purview of speech language pathology. Develops and manages programs to address high risk, high volume, problem prone diagnoses including (but not limited to) cleft palate and fetal alcohol syndrome. Plans and implements a video fluoroscopy program in conjunction with the services unit Radiology Department to objectively assess swallowing problems. Advocates for speech and language services as a care provider and member of the comprehensive rehabilitation team. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: One (1) year of direct work experience. Education: Completion of entry-level graduate degree from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA). Active, unrestricted license as a Speech-Language Pathologist from any U.S State. **Please email degree, transcripts, license & certifications to [email protected] NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Qualifications Education Required Graduate or better in Audiology & Speech Pathology. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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STAFF PHYSICIAN (GENERAL SURGERY)

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc. Fort Defiance, AZ

Fort Defiance Indian Rte 7 & Indian Rte 12 PO Box 649 Fort Defiance, AZ 86504, USA SALARY RANGE: Dependent on Experience (DOE) APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Interviews and examines patients, reviews past medical history, and requests/or performs diagnostic tests and examinations deemed necessary to obtain all possible information related to each case. Makes preliminary diagnosis, directs, prescribes or provides treatment, or arranges for specialized care or patient referral as required. Bases decision upon information obtained, professional medical knowledge and skills and prescribed policies and procedures. Makes notes of observations to be incorporated into clinical records. Provides emergency care as required. Provides definitive management in all medical categories for cases that do not require referral. Gives total patient care including diagnosis, treatment and follow-up services to patients under incumbent's care. Performs major general surgical operations as well as advising other physicians in other services concerning general surgical or potential general surgical cases. When performing these operations is in complete charge of surgery, guiding and directing the assisting medical officers, nurse anesthetist, nurses, and surgical technicians. Conducts outpatient clinics making observations appropriate to the outpatients underlying disease and treatment plan, including current symptoms. Reviews the patient's medications, diet, therapy course, and adherence to management plan and patient observations. Modifies regimen as indicated. Instructs and counsels patients as required. Refers patients to appropriate facilities providing full clinical information for care and diagnostic procedures that cannot be adequately provided on-site. Coordinates and integrates information obtained at FDIHB and assures the provision of timely follow-up care as required. Assures preparation of appropriate medical records, accumulation and organization of all pertinent clinical data needed to provide comprehensive medical care. Dictates clinical reports and care to physicians, hospitals and other individuals and facilities. Works closely with Allied Health professionals (Community Health Nurse, Social Workers, Health Education, etc.) in the provision of comprehensive health care services. Serves as a consultant to primary care physicians at FDIHB. Serves as the General Surgeon on call as scheduled, or when needed. Serves as the general representative to hospital committees as assigned. Serves as a member of the Medical Executive Committee, Medical Staff and attends committee meetings. Participates in the performance improvement activities, which are coordinated with the hospital wide Performance Improvement programs overseen by the hospital Quality Management committee. Ensures that the department and subordinate departments are in full compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) and hospital standards. Ability to work on a regularly assigned, rotation or call back basis to provide continuity of medical services during evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends. Performs other duties as assigned. MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: No additional experience required outside of a completed training program as identified in the education qualifications listed below. Education: Completion of an accredited Medical School Program. Completion of an accredited five (5) year general surgery residency program. Board Eligible or Certification by an approved American Specialty Board in Surgery. Active unrestricted Medical License from any U.S. State or Territory. NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered. Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Required Doctorate or better in Medicine. Experience Required No additional experience required outside of a completed training program as identified in the education qualifications listed below: Completion of an accredited Medical School Program. Completion of an accredited five (5) year general surgery residency program. #J-18808-Ljbffr