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Your Career at Lower Umpqua Hospital

Qualified applicants are always encouraged to join us as coastal Douglas County's "Partners in Care."

This section includes a brief description of benefits, current openings, and an online application form is available HERE.  Additional information on employment at Lower Umpqua Hospital is available by calling 541-271-2171.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

The hospital's Paid Time Off (PTO) plan is provided to encourage planning and predictability of employee time off. PTO compensates you at your rate of pay when you are absent from work for such purposes as vacation, illness, holidays, health and dental care and other excused absences. All part and full-time employees working eighty (80) or more hours per month participate in this plan for non-working compensable time. Employees paid a premium rate in lieu of benefits are not eligible for PTO.

PTO may be used as soon as it is earned except for new employees under their 90-day introductory period. PTO may NOT be used in advance with an agreement to reimburse the hospital and may NOT be used on regularly scheduled days off.

Credit Union

Employees at Lower Umpqua Hospital have access to the Oregon First Community Credit Union. Automatic deposit is also available. Contact the credit union at 271-2145 for details.

Group Health Insurance Plan

Lower Umpqua Hospital offers a group health insurance plan. Upon employment, if you work 80 or more hours per month, you are eligible for the program sponsored by the hospital.

After three consecutive months of working a minimum of 80 hours per month, you are eligible for coverage of medical expenses after a deductible. This eligibility starts on the first day of the fourth month of employment. After six consecutive months of working a minimum of 80 hours per month, you are eligible for coverage of dental and vision care. This eligibility starts on the first day of the seventh month. Part-time employees may contribute toward the health insurance premiums.

Group Life Insurance Plan

Lower Umpqua Hospital offers a group life insurance plan to part and full-time employees. The hospital pays 100 % of your life insurance premiums.

Additional life insurance annuities are available with employee contribution. Please see the payroll department for details.

Pension Plan

The purpose of the hospital pension plan is to provide long-term security and an improved retirement lifestyle for employees who have met the participation requirements and have retired.

Lower Umpqua Hospital provides a pension plan for its part and full-time employees who have attained their 21st birthday but are not over age 60 at time of hire and have at least one year of continuous employment with the hospital.

Current Openings at Lower Umpqua Hospital

The following positions are currently open at Lower Umpqua Hospital. Unless otherwise noted, submit all applications to the Human Resources department, an online application form is available HERE.

Browse all listings by scrolling down or, if you prefer, use this directory to jump to the department of interest:

• Acute Care (Medical/Surgical, Emergency Room, & Intensive Care Unit)
  Department Manager: Sylvia Tommasino, RN, Director of Patient Care
  Services

RN - Medical Surgical (Full Time) (AC08)

Full Time position for 12-hour night shifts. Oregon RN and CPR required; rehab experience is a plus. Must be able to function independently in a small, rural hospital setting. A team attitude is essential. Criminal history check and drug screen are required. Two years experience preferred. Medical staff is cohesive and supportive. Contact Sylvia Tommasino at 541-271-2171, extension 398. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.

RN - ICU (Part Time)  (AC02)

Part Time position for 12-hour day shift. Oregon RN, CPR, ACLS, TEAM or TNCC required; PALS and NALS are preferred. Must be able to function independently in a small, rural hospital setting. A team attitude is essential. Criminal history check and drug screen are required. Medical staff is cohesive and supportive. Contact Sylvia Tommasino at 541-271-2171, extension 398. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.

CNA - Medical Surgical (On Call)  (AC20)

On call position for 12-hour day and night shifts. Oregon CNA certificate and CPR required. Must be able to function independently in a small, rural hospital setting. A team attitude is essential. Criminal history check and drug screen are required. Contact Sylvia Tommasino at 541-271-2171, extension 398. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.

RN - ICU (On Call)  (AC01)

On call position for 12-hour day and night shifts. Oregon RN and CPR required; rehab experience is a plus. Must be able to function independently in a small, rural hospital setting. A team attitude is essential. Criminal history check and drug screen are required. Two years experience preferred. Medical staff is cohesive and supportive. Contact Sylvia Tommasino at 541-271-2171, extension 398. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.

RN- Emergency Room (On Call)  (AC03)

On Call position for 12-hour day and night shifts. Oregon RN, CPR, ACLS, TEAM or TNCC required; PALS and NALS are preferred. Minimum two years emergency room experience preferred. Must be able to function independently in a small, rural hospital setting. A team attitude is essential. Criminal history check and drug screen are required. Medical staff is cohesive and supportive. Contact Sylvia Tommasino at 541-271-2171, extension 398.  Qualified applicants should apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.

RN - Medical/Surgical (On Call)  (AC07)

On call position for 12-hour day and night shifts. Oregon RN, CPR, ACLS, TEAM or TNCC required; PALS and NALS are preferred. Must be able to function independently in a small, rural hospital setting. A team attitude is essential. Criminal history check and drug screen are required. Medical staff is cohesive and supportive. Contact Sylvia Tommasino at 541-271-2171, extension 398. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.

• Ambulance
  Department Manager, Kevin Van Syoc

EMT Intermediate or Paramedic (EMS15)

Looking for an EMT Intermediate or Paramedic for full time employment on ALS ambulance. Qualifications include: Current Oregon State Health Division Intermediate or Paramedic Certification, High School graduate or equivalent, current Oregon Drivers License and insurable driving record, current AHA CPR Provider certification.

Lower Umpqua Hospital EMS is a hospital based ALS ambulance service located in Reedsport Oregon in coastal Douglas County. Our ambulance district consists of the western part of Douglas County and the northern part of Coos County with over 650 square miles, 24 miles of dunes, approximately 12000 residents, large influx of tourists, and around 1200 calls a year.

For more information contact Kevin Van Syoc, Director of EMS 541-271-2171 xx264, or kvansyoc@luhonline.com. Apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.

• Anesthesia
  Department Manager,

No Current Openings

• Business Services
  Department Manager, Karyn Hirshon

Registration Clerk - On Call  (BS18)

Looking for friendly, professional detail oriented team member who is interested in on-call work. The ideal candidate will have one year medical office experience, be familiar with health insurance plans and be able to multi-task. Calm demeanor during stressful situations is critical. Keyboarding skills 45wpm. Previous experience with multi-line phones a plus. Opportunity exists to cross train with other departments which could potentially increase work hours.

• Computer Services
  Department Manager, Timothy Picou

No Current Openings

• Nutritional Services
  Department Manager, Wes Morris CDM,CFPP

No Current Openings

• Extended Care Unit
  Department Manager, Karen Gehrke

Charge Nurse - RN - on call - all shifts (ECU19)

Qualifications: Current Oregon RN license; CPR, Geriatric experience and a positive attitude toward geriatric nursing essential. Knowledge of LTC mandated paperwork is beneficial. Solid nursing skills essential including good assessment skills, charting skills, organizational skills and supervisory skills. Must be willing to be an integral member of the interdisciplinary team in order to promote a cohesive program of caring for and providing quality of life for our residents twenty-four hours a day. Good attendance is essential. Must understand and practice good body mechanics. Must pass drug screen and PT screen. Contact Karen Gehrke at 541-271-2171 ext. 246 for more information. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.

On-Call CNA 8 hour shifts-Day, Evening & Night Shifts  (ECU11)

Qualifications: OR CNA Certificate and current CPR card. Geriatric experience preferred. Must have good rapport with the elderly and must have patience. Must have good organizational skills to give quality ADL care in a limited time period while still promoting independence. Must be able to work within a team setting. Must understand and practice good body mechanics. Good physical strength is essential for turning, lifting and transferring residents. Position requires on-going walking, bending, twisting and reaching. Must be able to read and write for daily charting requirements. Must be able to prioritize work tasks. Good attendance and a positive attitude are essential.

Qualified applicants should apply HERE or pick up an application at Lower Umpqua Hospital, 600 Ranch Road. For more information, contact Karen Gehrke RN DNS of Extended Care, 271-2171, ext 246.

• Family Resource Center
  Manager, Delaine Humphreys

No Current Openings

• Financial Services
  CFO, John Chivers

No Current Openings

• Housekeeping
  Department Manager, Ernie Fegles

On-call Day Shift and Evening Shift Housekeeper Needed  (H24)

Qualifications: Must know or be willing to learn the fundamentals of cleaning in a hospital or nursing home in order to meet infection control standards. May be responsible to unpack and pass clean linen/laundry to units and pick up dirty linen/laundry from the units. Must understand and practice good body mechanics. Must have good flexibility and upper body strength. Must be able to repeatedly bend, stoop, twist, reach overhead and function on your feet for the majority of the shift. Must be well organized and able to prioritize work and handle emergency requests in a pleasant manner. A positive attitude with initiative is essential. Must pass drug screen, physical capacity screen and criminal history check. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or mail completed application to Lower Umpqua Hospital, 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467.

• Laboratory
  Laboratory Manager, Jennifer Sharpe

No Current Openings

• Lower Umpqua Hospital
  Hospital Administrator, Sandra Reese

No Current Openings

Maintenance
Department Manager, Ernie Fegles

No Current Openings

• Materials Management/Shipping
  Department Manager, Linda Hernandez

No Current Openings

• Medical Records
  Department Manager, Arleen Coates

No Current Openings

• Pharmacy
  Department Manager, Hope Murphy, PharmD.
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No Current Openings

• Physical and Occupational Therapy
  Department Manager, Marilyn Morris
  

Physical Therapist (Full Time)  (PT17)

Full time position. Requires Oregon license, drug and physical capacity screens, current CPR and criminal background check. Therapist will work with both in-patients and outpatients, extended care and pool therapy. Lower Umpqua Hospital is a progressive hospital with generous employee benefits, including health, dental, vision and retirement insurance. Apply on line HERE or pick up an application at Lower Umpqua Hospital, 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport.

• Public Relations
  Department Manager, Delaine Humphreys
  

No Current Openings

• Radiology
  Department Manager, Arlys Hanson
  

No Current Openings

• Reedsport Medical Clinic
  Department Manager, Manda Taylor

Clinic Receptionist/Referral – On Call (RMC22)

Minimum Requirements: Friendly and positive attitude, personable and works well under pressure, ability to multi-task, good verbal communication skills, data entry and computer experience, use of a multi-phone line, insurance knowledge preferable. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467
 

• Respiratory Therapy
  Department Manager, Phil Finch

On-Call Respiratory Therapist  (RT20)

Day shift, weekends, includes night call BLS required, ACLL, PALS within 6 months of hire date Duties inclued: Therapist Driven Respiratory Protocols, mechanical ventilations, ABGs, EKGs, Holters, Cardiac Event Monitors, Bi-Level NVS. (Will train for Holters and Cardiac Event Monitors).

Date Position Available: Immediately

Contact: Phil Finch - Director of Cardiopulmonary Services 271-2171 x 250

Click HERE  to apply online or pick up application at the Hospital, 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport
 

• Specialty Clinic
  Department Manager, Manda Taylor

No Current Openings

• Surgery
  Department Manager, Jeff Snyder

Surgical Technologist  (OR10)

Experienced Certified Surgical Technologist preferred. Full time position requires working OR, Central Services and Endo Suite. Position involves 24 hour call, 1/3rd of time. Steady hours with overtime pay.  Position available November, 2008.

Excellent benefits provided. Applicant must pass criminal background check and drug test Contact Jeff Snyder 541-271-6388, apply HERE  or pick up application at the Hospital, 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport.

How to Apply

You may apply online by going HERE:  An application form is available in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format through this link. Hardcopy applications can also be picked up directly from the hospital.

Lower Umpqua Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.