Sentences with phrase «patients for emergency cases»

Doctors will typically keep seeing patients for emergency cases for 30 days if they know you're looking into other options, but after that you might have a hard time scheduling something and they might refuse to treat you.

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Every 10 minutes in the greater Houston area, SAPPHIRE receives reports on emergency room cases, descriptions of patients» self - reported symptoms, updated electronic health rec - ords, and clinicians» notes from eight hospitals that account for more than 30 percent of the region's emergency room visits.

«While many people think of the ED as simply a place to go when you have a car accident or some type of major trauma, it is increasingly the case that the emergency department is caring for complex medical patients,» said lead author Renee Y. Hsia, MD, professor of emergency medicine at UCSF and director of health policy studies in the UCSF Department of Emergency emergency department is caring for complex medical patients,» said lead author Renee Y. Hsia, MD, professor of emergency medicine at UCSF and director of health policy studies in the UCSF Department of Emergency emergency medicine at UCSF and director of health policy studies in the UCSF Department of Emergency Emergency Medicine.

«Detecting genetic associations in cases of acute viral bronchiolitis is the first step toward the development of tests to predict the possible clinical outcome for each patient diagnosed with the disease soon after arrival at the emergency room,» said Fernando Augusto de Lima Marson, a researcher at FCM - UNICAMP and one of the authors of the article.

«NCATS is all about getting more treatments to more patients more quickly, and this is never more urgent than in the case of a public health emergency like Ebola,» said Christopher P. Austin, MD, Director of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), part of the NIH, which also led the study.

Receptionists are responsible for greeting clients, differentiating routine cases from emergency cases, scheduling appointments, entering client, patient and financial data into the computer, generating invoices and explaining them to clients, and processing payments.

Veterinarians always consider a bloat case a true emergency that demands immediate attention for the best change of a good outcome for the patient.

After hours and emergency cases involving your patients can be referred to a local animal hospital for immediate treatment.

In joining UVS, Danielle directs the 24/7 emergency service, receives emergent cases and is available for consultation or referral of critical patients.

Conversely, in the case of an emergency, a patient will be automatically referred to the appropriate specialty team for further care, if necessary.

However, for emergency cases, the referring veterinarian will be consulted first to request authorization to transfer a patient to the appropriate specialty team for further care, if necessary.

She enjoys the variety of cases seen at Central Coast Pet Hospital and Emergency, and when possible utilizes her training in veterinary acupuncture and integrative medicine to provide holistic care for her patients.

We collaborate with over eighty family veterinary hospitals, ensuring continuity of care for mutual patients after hours, in case of emergency, and when specialized services are necessary.

Most recently, Dr. Hutchinson was the Medical Director / Director of Emergency Services for Southern Alberta Veterinary Emergency where she managed emergency cases and in hospital patients; as well as trained students in higher year veterinary programs from both Canada anEmergency Services for Southern Alberta Veterinary Emergency where she managed emergency cases and in hospital patients; as well as trained students in higher year veterinary programs from both Canada anEmergency where she managed emergency cases and in hospital patients; as well as trained students in higher year veterinary programs from both Canada anemergency cases and in hospital patients; as well as trained students in higher year veterinary programs from both Canada and abroad.

Helix Pet Hospital is a full - service animal hospital and welcomes pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care as well as being there for them in case of emergencies.

Available services include fluid therapy, oxygen therapy, heat support, blood product administration, continuous patient monitoring, advanced pain management, emergency surgical procedures, endoscopic foreign body retrieval, ultrasound and isolation for infectious cases.

«As a general counsel at a hospital you always have to be ready for those emergency pop - ups when you get a phone call from a clinician in the emergency department or [intensive care unit] about a patient case and you have to drop what you're doing.

For hospital negligence case to be successful, attorneys must be able to prove that the negligent behavior, or failure to act with reasonable care, exhibited by a hospital or emergency room caused a serious health problem, personal injury, or death of a patient.

For cases involving patients admitted to a health care facility in an incapacitated or emergency treatment circumstance who during the course of their stay become capable of decisionmaking, the final rule takes an approach similar to that described in the NPRM.

In the case of emergency care, the Affordable Care Act requires insurers to treat patient cost - sharing as it would for in - network charges.

Emergency evacuation for medical purposes - Sometimes, a patient who is being treated in foreign land or hospitalized for emergency medical attention needs to be evacuated to his / her home country; in those cases, the insurance company would bear the emergency travel Emergency evacuation for medical purposes - Sometimes, a patient who is being treated in foreign land or hospitalized for emergency medical attention needs to be evacuated to his / her home country; in those cases, the insurance company would bear the emergency travel emergency medical attention needs to be evacuated to his / her home country; in those cases, the insurance company would bear the emergency travel emergency travel expenses.

If there are cases of emergency, the assistant will quickly create room for the doctor to attend to the patient even without prior appointment.

• Highly experienced in the assessment of patient care needs and development of nursing care plans, particularly providing acute care for a diverse population including patients experiencing drug and alcohol withdrawal, wound care, oncology and dialysis • Proficient in handling details of medical administration and providing assistance in emergency cases.

Geriatric Nurse • Assess elderly patients to determine need for medical services • Assist patients and families in determining goals of care in accordance to patient care plans • Provide patients and families with initial information on diagnosis and initial care • Create and implement core nursing care plans to meet the needs of individual geriatric patients • Observe patients to assess level of efficacy of implemented plan • Communicate observations to primary care physicians and case managers • Administer medication and IVs and provide emergency services • Provide elderly patients with counseling and encouragement

EXPERIENCE Radiology Technologist September 2008 - September 2009 Godwin Corporation, Tripler Army Medical Center, HI Proficient in all clerical aspects of radiology to include patient check - in, informed consent, and use of CHCS and PACS programs Fluoroscopic exams to include pediatric and adult barium enemas, esophagrams, G.I. studies, VCUG's, HSG's, and modified barium swallows Use of portable C - arm in operating room procedures to include orthopedic, spinal, abdominal, urologic, vascular, and interventional radiology cases Operation of stationary C - arm in upper and lower extremity arthrogram studies and lumbar punctures Preparation of contrast material for gastrointestinal, gynecological, urologic, intravenous and intra-arterial studies Inpatient and outpatient diagnostic x-rays to include upper and lower extremities, cranium, chest and abdomen Proficient in emergency patient care protocol to include CPR, oxygen administration, suction and use of monitoring systems such as EKG and blood pressure equipment Adherence to all radiation protection standards in accordance with ALARA Instruction of Army Radiology students in all aspects of radiography Radiology Specialist (Active Duty) February 2008 - July 2008 U.S. Army, Tripler Army Medical Center, HI Diagnostic radiographic imaging using digital, portable, C - arm and plain film systems Fluoroscopic, orthopedic and operating room radiography utilizing GE, Siemens, Canon, and Fuji equipment Interventional procedures to include aortograms, peripheral and cerebral angiography, venography, femoral runoffs, arthrograms, fistulagrams and lumbar punctures Preparation and set up of sterile field and instruments for interventional and fluoroscopic procedures using proper sterile technique Proper set up and use of intra-arterial and intravenous injector systems Experience with reconstruction, subtraction, road mapping and duplication of digital images Orientation to additional radiology modalities such as ultrasound, MRI, nuclear medicine, CT and mammography

Graduate Practical Nurse — Duties & Responsibilities Accumulate 678 clinical hours in medical / surgical, cardio vascular, neurology, obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, pediatric oncology, and outpatient care at the Veteran's Administration Obtain and maintain federal clearance to work with VA staff and patients Assist more than 200 RN's, Charge RN's, CNA's, and physicians Perform intake, preoperative clearance, history and physical, EKGs, lab tests, discharge, and follow - up Assess, diagnose, and treat sprains, strains, lacerations, and other physical injuries Responsible for IV line insertion, blood product administration, and medication Determine severity of patient condition and promptly refer to specialists when appropriate Develop and administer disease management plan ensuring high quality, comprehensive care Provide acute episodic and chronic care to adult and pediatric populations Facilitate case management, consultation, and interdisciplinary patient care Educate patients in healthy diets, exercise, smoking cessation, and overall positive lifestyles Maintain working knowledge of current medical technology, procedures, and standards of care Proven ability to remain calm and levelheaded in high pressure, emergency care situations Perform administrative functions including phones, data entry, and other tasks as needed Perform all duties in a positive, professional, and courteous manner

Licensed Practical Nurse — Duties & Responsibilities Provide exceptional patient care and medical team support across multiple medical specialties Experienced in orthopedics, rehabilitation, transitional care, cardiology, med surgical, oncology, pediatrics, urology, pulmonary, geriatrics, and neurology Perform preoperative clearance, history and physical, EKGs, lab tests, discharge, and follow - up Assess, diagnose, and treat sprains, strains, lacerations, and other physical injuries Responsible for IV line insertion, blood product administration, medication, feeding tubes, and PICC line draws Determine severity of patient condition and promptly refer to specialists when appropriate Develop and administer disease management plan ensuring high quality, comprehensive care Provide acute episodic and chronic care to adult and geriatric populations with complex medical conditions Facilitate case management, consultation, and interdisciplinary patient care Educate patients in healthy diets, exercise, smoking cessation, and overall positive lifestyles Maintain working knowledge of current medical technology, procedures, and standards of care Proven ability to remain calm and levelheaded in high pressure, emergency care situations Perform all duties in a positive, professional, and courteous manner

Radiologist — Duties & Responsibilities Direct and evaluate radiology and mammography personnel and departments in a variety of clinical settings Utilize strong management experience to drive operations in an efficient and effective manner Proven ability to handle multiple projects in fast paced, high pressure environments Founder, Mercy Maude Norton Memorial Hospital Mobile Mammography Unit Conduct strategic planning to expand Mobile Mammography Unit to include bone densitometry and cancer screenings Generate yearly increases in patients served (+30 %) and tests performed (+50 %) through word of mouth and networking Participate in community health fairs, radio, and television programs to enhance market positioning and educate clients Aid with design, decoration, and layout of all aspects of the Mobile Mammography Unit van Oversee compliance with Department of Transportation regulations regarding maintenance, licensing, and vehicle operation Perform dual digital radiography, bone densitometry, general radiography, and CT scans Assist with orthopedic, general, thoracic, neurological, and emergency surgical cases Responsible for ACR accreditation, FDA / MQSA regulation compliance, and quality assurance Lead transition from Screen Film Mammography to Full Field Digital Mammography Serve as breast cancer advocate, patient educator, and public speaker on breast cancer and mammography issues Author comprehensive business plan for a Critical Access Hospital as final M.B.A. degree program project Design and implement award winning marketing and public relations campaigns and associated special events Proficient with Lotus Notes, Achieve, Citrix, Meditech, Magview, CPSI, EFusion, SPSS, Transcription, Dictaphone, and 10 - key

Social Worker — Duties & Responsibilities Successfully serve as a psychiatric social worker and practice manager for multiple institutions Perform crisis intervention, adult, geriatric, child, and adolescent case management and therapy Counsel patients facing depression, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, dementia, and schizophrenia Serve survivors of domestic violence, rape, robbery, child abuse, suicide, and other traumatic events Responsible for 24 hour on call crisis intervention for multiple hospital emergency rooms Complete psychosocial assessments to ensure appropriate patient diagnosis and care Design and implement treatment plans including medication and individual / group / family therapy sessions Attend weekly team meetings to assess patient progress and document in the DAP system Review psychometric and psychological reports and provide feedback to patients and families Provide clients and family members with guidance and referrals to community resources Maintain contact with family members and encouraged their involvement in patient treatment Performed discharge planning including nursing home placement, home health, medication needs, transportation and Passport screening, extended in - patient and out - patient mental health services Serve as public speaker, referral development committee member, and marketing / financial advisor