Helping tackle life's challengesSometimes the stresses our Airmen and their families face may feel overwhelming or difficult to overcome. Concentrating on the social aspects of health, Clinical Social Workers help individuals improve the quality of their lives. From diagnosing various issues to offering guidance and counseling, these professionals offer services their clients can rely on during their hardest times.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationFor entry into this specialty, a Master's in Social Work from a graduate school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) is mandatory. QualificationsKnowledge of social work theories, principles, techniques and resourcesEntry-level state licenseMust possess a valid and current license by a U.S. jurisdiction at a level allowing independent clinical social work practiceCompletion of Officer Training School courseMust be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 42ndbirthday

Job SummaryUnder the direct supervision of the Laboratory Director of Laboratory and Laboratory Supervisor, receives patients, correctly identifies patients, collects specimens from patients, transports specimens, performs clerical functions, and assists technical personnel with assigned non-technical tasks.Core Job ResponsibilitiesObtains blood specimens by skin puncture (capillary) or venipuncture using appropriate technique and maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test performed: (LAI044, LAI050, LAI045, LAI476)from neonates by capillary blood collection techniques; from pediatric,adolescents, adult and geriatric patientsInstructs patients in collection of urine, sputum, stool specimens. Accepts these specimens from patients and verifies labeling is complete and accurateFollows Chain of Custody specimen collection protocolsPerform other duties as required.Education/Experience RequirementsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:High school diplomaPhlebotomy work experience or phlebotomy courseLicensure/Certification RequirementsDisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.Job DetailsReq Id 92850Department CLINICAL LABORATORYShift NightsShift Hours Worked 8.50FTE 1Work Schedule CWA-UFCSM - 8 HREmployee Status A1 - Full-TimeUnion 2006 - UFCWPay Range $17 - $22 Hourly

Caring for Mental Well-BeingProviding our Airmen with proper healthcare doesn’t stop once they leave the doctor’s office. Primarily responsible for dispensing prescribed medications and helping patients understand proper usage and side effects, Pharmacists are an integral part of patient care. These medication experts help maximize positive health outcomes and improve the quality of their patients’ lives through patient counseling and careful quality control.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationA current unrestricted licenseA doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in clinical psychology or counseling psychologyCompletion of a clinical internshipPossible additional requirements for specialties QualificationsKnowledge of psychological theories, principles and techniques is mandatory.Clinical internshipValid unrestricted state-issued license to practice clinical or counseling psychologyCompletion of Officer Training School courseMust be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 42ndbirthday

Job SummaryUnder the direct supervision of the Laboratory Director of Laboratory and Laboratory Supervisor, receives patients, correctly identifies patients, collects specimens from patients, transports specimens, performs clerical functions, and assists technical personnel with assigned non-technical tasks.Core Job ResponsibilitiesObtains blood specimens by skin puncture (capillary) or venipuncture using appropriate technique and maintaining the integrity of the specimen in relation to the test performed: (LAI044, LAI050, LAI045, LAI476)from neonates by capillary blood collection techniques; from pediatric,adolescents, adult and geriatric patientsInstructs patients in collection of urine, sputum, stool specimens. Accepts these specimens from patients and verifies labeling is complete and accurateFollows Chain of Custody specimen collection protocolsPerform other duties as required.Education/Experience RequirementsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:High school diplomaPhlebotomy work experience or phlebotomy courseLicensure/Certification RequirementsDisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.Job DetailsReq Id 93486Department CLINICAL LABORATORYShift DaysShift Hours Worked 8.50FTE 1Work Schedule CWA-UFCSM - 8 HREmployee Status A1 - Full-TimeUnion 2006 - UFCWPay Range $17.77 - $22.22 Per Hour

PREVENTING ENVIRONMENTAL HARMWe go to extraordinary measures to protect our Airmen from environmental hazards and infractions. Applying engineering and scientific principles, Bioenvironmental Engineers identify and evaluate potential dangers and develop programs to prevent illness and injury. With an emphasis on discovering problems before they occur, these specialists ensure the health and safety of Airmen and their families in environments all over the world.REQUIREMENTSYou must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.Minimum EducationBachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited institutionQualificationsCompletion of qualifying Bioenvironmental Engineering courseMinimum of 24 months of experience in bioenvironmental engineering assignmentsCompletion of Officer Training School courseMust be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 42ndbirthday

Job SummaryThe Registered Nurse promotes and restores patient's health by completing the nursing process: collaborating with Physicians and multidisciplinary team members: providing support to patients, visitors and families. Responsible for assessing, planning, promoting and evaluating quality patient care. A Registered Nurse provides teaching to patients, families and the public. A Registered Nurses will follow the mission, vision, I-CARE values, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System.The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing breastfeeding management to expectant and new parents utilizing the nursing process, standards of practice and Mohawk Valley Health System and the Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding (Baby Friendly, USA).Core Job ResponsibilitiesIdentify patient care requirements establishing personal rapport with patients and families and understanding of plan of care throughout the patient’s experience.Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends and families.Promote patient independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends and family to understand disease process, medications, and self-care skills, and provide time to answer questions.Assure quality care by adhering to therapeutic standards measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending adjustments to the patient’s needs.The nurse is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimum patient careEnsure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements following manufactures instructions troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs; maintaining equipment, inventories, and evaluating equipment and techniques.Protect patients, employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and controlled substance regulations. Utilize universal precautions and practice at all times.Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care personnel.Education/Experience RequirementsRequired:Graduate of an accredited associate degreePreferred:Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited nursing program or higher degreeOne or more years of experience in a related settingLicensure/Certification RequirementsRequired:Current New York State licensure as a Registered NursePreferred:Basic Life Support CertificationIBCLC CertificationDisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.Job DetailsReq Id 94295Department MATERNITY SERVICESShift VariableShift Hours Worked 12.50FTE 0.19Work Schedule NYSNA - 12 HREmployee Status A7 - OccasionalUnion 2004 - NYSNAPay Range $38 - $54 per hour