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.
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 Federal 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.
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Chief Financial Officer
Lower Umpqua Hospital
Reedsport, Oregon
Lower Umpqua Hospital, located on the Central Oregon Coast in beautiful
Reedsport - the Heart of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area - where
recreational opportunities abound, is looking for a progressive and
innovative leader to be our Chief Financial Officer.
Lower Umpqua Hospital is a publicly owned 24-bed Critical Access Hospital
with a 32-bed Extended Care Facility and is the provider of the local
Ambulance services. The Chief Financial Officer, reporting directly to the
Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for the hospital's financial
planning and accounting. Reporting Departments include Accounting, the
Business Office, Medical Records, Information Systems, Plant Support
Services, and Materials Management. Direct responsibilities include
preparing the monthly financial statements, the yearly budget and the
working papers for the annual audit and for the Medicare Cost Report.
We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Relocation
expense assistance is also available.
Minimum requirements include a Bachelors degree in Accounting and a minimum
of three year's prior management experience in a hospital setting with
critical access hospital experience preferred.
For more information, please call or mail your resume to:
Lower Umpqua Hospital
600 Ranch Road
Reedsport, OR 97467
Attn: Sandra Reese, CEO
Phone: (541) 271-2171
Email: sreese@luhonline.com
www.lowerumpquahospital.org
RN - ICU (Part Time)
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.
RN - Clinical Coordinator (Full Time)
Full Time position (36-hours per week) for Clinical Coordinator. Position will require candidate to work two 12-hour shifts per week in Medical Surgical, ER or ICU and one 12-hour shift for duties related to Trauma Coordinator and staff education. Oregon RN, CPR, ACLS, TEAM or TNCC required; PALS and NALS are preferred. 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)
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 - Medical Surgical (On Call)
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)
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 - ICU (On Call)
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.
No Current Openings
No Current Openings
Receptionist - Clinic - On call
Minimum requirements: Medical office experience; telephones; scheduling; professional appearance and demeanor; multi-tasking abilities; team player; computer experience. Apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.
No Current Openings
POSITION: ON Call: Tray Aid ( 2 positions)
Qualifications: Ability to follow accurately and completely standardized recipes, production sheets, rotational menu plans, and other written guidelines. Must have organizational skills for timely completion of all meal preparation tasks. Knowledge of current sanitation rules and regulation, therapeutic diet, and geriatric nutritional needs. Must be able to work independently and be self-directing. Fill out a job application on line by clicking HERE or pick up an application at Lower Umpqua Hospital.
Charge Nurse - RN - on call - all shifts
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
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.
No Current Openings
No Current Openings
On-call Day Shift and Evening Shift Housekeeper Needed:
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.
No Current Openings
No Current Openings
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No Current Openings
Physical Therapist (Full Time)
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.
No Current Openings
Registered Respiratory Therapist (On-Call)
Our recently remodeled hospital has on-call positions for Registered Respiratory Therapists. The successful candidate will be a graduate of an AMA accredited Respiratory Therapy Program, and registered or Registry-eligible with the NBRC. BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP Certification preferred. Minimum of 2 years critical care experience. Generous compensation package includes salary based on experience and credentials. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or applications are available at 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.
Phil Finch, RRT, Director of Respiratory Therapy Services, at Lower Umpqua Hospital, 600 Ranch Rd. Reedsport, OR 97467.
Medical Record Clerk (Full Time)
Requires computer, telephone and organizational skills. Ability to multi-task and have a positive attitude. Experience in maintaining medical records required and filing capability. Apply HERE or pick up application at the Hospital, 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport , OR 97467.
RN – On Call
Needed to work in PACU and Endoscopy. Requires current RN License, ACLS and PACU. Endoscopy experience helpful, but will train right candidate. Possible full time position during summer months. Per diem during training and after summer. Competitive salary. Qualified applicants should apply HERE or forward completed application/resume to Jeff Snyder, Lower Umpqua Hospital, 600 Ranch Road, Reedsport, OR 97467. EOE.
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.