POSITIONS OPEN WITH GUNNISON VALLEY HEALTH

Summer view of Mt. Whetstone and the town of Crested Butte, Colorado.
Crested Butte is less than 30 miles north of Gunnison.

Gunnison, Colorado was named the "#1 Top Mountain Town" in National Geographic's Adventure Magazine feature article entitled, "50 Best Places to Live + Play 2007". "The Gunnison River territory is blessed with 25 feet (8 meters) of Colorado's airy powder a year—more than any other ski area in the state. Come summer, mountain bikers head up the hill to Crested Butte's singletrack; rock climbers reign on the 2,000-foot-walls (610-meter-walls) of Black Canyon of the Gunnison; and cowpokes converge for Cattlemen's Days, the oldest rodeo in the state." ~ Adventure Magazine contributing editor Dan Koeppel

When Outside Magazine started looking at the greatest towns in America, its writers picked places that had overcome adversity and were "riding on a wave of civic reinvention and fresh ideas." Crested Butte came in at No. 9, Outside Magazine senior editor Jeremy Spencer said.

Here are the current employment opportunities with Gunnison Valley Health:

Gunnison Valley Health's Senior Living Community has an opening for a Full-time Housekeeper. The primary purpose of this job is to perform the day-to-day activities of the housekeeping & laundry section in accordance with current regulations governing the facility, and as directed by the department Director. Also, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner, and that residents living areas are clean, neat and sanitary at all times. As a housekeeper, you are delegated the authority, responsibility, and accountablility necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Must possess as a minimum a high school diploma or equivilant. Must have demonstrated the ability to learn the functions of this job during past employment. Must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age. Must posses the ability to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixture of cleaning compounds, liquids, cleaning instructions, use of equipment etc. Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner. To apply, see instructions at bottom of page.

Gunnison Valley Health's Hospital has an opening for a Full-time Housekeeper for day shifts. This position is responsible for daily cleaning, sanitizing, and restorative cleaning of patient rooms, auxiliary areas, laboratories, operating rooms and other areas assigned in accordance with standard procedures at the Environmental Services Department and in accordance with the Hospital’s objectives.

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Individual must possess basic English reading skills and ability to follow simple oral and written instructions understanding. Experience in housekeeping or facility care required. To apply, see instructions at bottom of page.

Gunnison Valley Health's Senior Living Community has a full-time opening for Dishwasher. This position may work a variety of shifts during the day, evenings, and on weekends. Our dishwashers pay an important role in contributing to a well-run kitchen. Works with cleaning chemicals; cleans, per approved sanitation and guidelines, all dishes, glasses, utensils, and related food preparation/serving items and equipment.

High school diploma preferred. Effective reading and communication skills required. 3-6 months experience in commercial kitchen facility preferred. Completion of HACCP food safety course preferred. To apply, see instructions at bottom of page.

Gunnison Valley Health's Home Medical Services has a Part-time opening for a Volunteer Coordinator. This position is responsible for ensuring hospice & palliative care utilizes lay or professional volunteer services to promote the availability of care, meet the broadest range of patient/family needs, and effect financial economy in the operation of the hospice.

High school diploma/ equivalent required. Valid Colorado driver’s license and adequate automobile insurance required. Bachelor's degree in counseling, education, communications, or social work preferred. Previous experience in at least one: death and dying, volunteer groups, supervisory position, collaborative interdisciplinary team. To apply, see instructions at bottom of page.

Gunnison Valley Hospital has an immediate Full-time opening for a Distribution Clerk in the Materials department. The shifts are Tuesday - Saturday, days. Heavy lifting required, working indoors and outdoors, must be able to navigate a dedicated computer system, and must have excellent attention to detail and prioritization skills.

High School education/equivalent. Materials Handling experience preferred. Knowledge of computers, phones, and fax machines required. Must have a valid Colorado Driver’s license. Competitive wage & excellent benefits, PTO, retirement. To apply, see instructions at bottom of page.

Gunnison Valley Hospital has a part-time opening with day shifts for a Senior Payroll and Accounts Payable Clerk. This person is responsible for the bi-weekly processing of payroll and the weekly processing of accounts payable. They may also be responsible for performing various financial analyses, including Fixed Assets, Inventory, Prepaids and other Balance Sheet reconciliations. Must have ability to work effectively under stress of meeting deadlines and adapting to change.

Minimum of 3 yrs related experience required, in healthcare field preferred. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. GVH offers competitive salary and excellent benefits. To apply, see instructions at bottom of page.

Gunnison Valley Health’s Senior Living Community has full-time opening for a creative candidate that enjoys working with seniors and thrives in a culture of teamwork. The Life Enrichment Manager is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of the Senior Living Community Resident activities program. They will also assure the spiritual development, emotional, recreational and social needs of the residents are met/maintained on an individual basis.

Degree in human services (Sociology, Psychology, Recreation) is preferred; valid CO driver’s license required. To apply, send resume & application to HR, Gunnison Valley Health, 711 N. Taylor, Gunnison, CO 81230, 970-641-1456, FAX 970-641-7219. Visit www.gvh-colorado.org for an application with release.

Gunnison Valley Health's Senior Living Community has an immediate opening for Life Enrichment Provider. This is a part-time opening to work a variety of day, evening, and weekend shifts. Must have desire to work with elderly, be reliable, compassionate, dedicated, enthusiastic, and have strong teamwork skills. L.E.P.’s provide resident focused quality of life, facilitate groups, independent activities, provide transportation.

High School Diploma/ equivalent, valid Colorado DL, 18 yrs or older required. C.N.A. cert preferred or willingness to train. To apply, see instructions below.

Gunnison Valley Health's Assisted Living has an immediate PRN (as needed) opening with various day shifts. Candidate must enjoy working with the elderly in a home environment. Responsibilities: Provides personal care to residents, medication/ treatment following physician's orders. Prepare/serve meals, housekeeping duties, assist residents with daily living activities, and transportation to physician's appointments.

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Must be able to speak, read, and write in English. Must successfully complete the provided QMAP training. Valid Colorado Driver's License required. Must be 18 or older. To apply, see instructions below.

Gunnison Valley Hospital has an immediate opening for a part-time Speech Therapist. The speech pathologist evaluates and treats patients under the supervision of a physician utilizing the parameters established by the American Speech and Hearing Association. Must hold a valid Certificate of Clinical Competence as outlined by ASHA and a Masters Degree form an approved program of Speech/Language Pathology.

Gunnison Valley Hospital has an immediate opening for a Full-Time Physical Therapist. Live, play, work in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise on Colorado’s beautiful western slope! The physical therapist works with patients and clients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. The goal of the physical therapist is to alleviate discomfort and restore function, while providing education on prevention and wellness issues. The caseload for this position is made up of 90% orthopedic outpatient and 10% inpatient.

A Diploma from an approved program of Physical Therapy is required as well as clinical training or past experience in orthopedic physical therapy. Must hold or be eligible for a valid Colorado State PT license. This position will be working 32 - 40 hrs/wk. To apply, see instructions below.

Gunnison Valley Hospital has an immediate opening for a Perioperative R.N. This is a Part-time position working day shifts with call required. We are in search of a dynamic and motivated professional with effective communication, organization, and critical thinking skills. This position is a professional member of the surgical team, provides direct patient care, and monitors physiological patient responses in all phases of pre and post-operative care.

Required: A.D.N. or B.S.N. from an accredited school of nursing, current Colorado RN license in good standing. Current BLS with ACLS within one year of employment. 2 yrs experience in PACU and/or O.R. preferred. PALS, CAPA, and CPAN preferred. To apply, see instructions below.

Visit the Employment Opportunites page of www.gvh-colordo.org to download an application with release, or you can stop by Gunnison Valley Hospital to pick up an application in person.

Please submit resume and application to:

Gunnison Valley Hospital
Human Resources
711 N. Taylor St.
Gunnison, CO. 81230
OR FAX to: 970-641-7219

Be sure to specify which position you are applying for. Thank you!