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ScopeMay 14, 2015

Volume 37 Issue 9

More photos, page 3

BMC Staff Celebrate Success Healthgrades Recognitions Prompt Fun, Food, Video and Collegiality

Berkshire Medical Center’s continuing success in attaining excellence for clinical care brought hundreds of staff to

the Private Dining Rooms on May 8th for a celebration. The event featured an HD video presentation starring employees from across the continuum, dancing, playing air guitar and lip-synching to Kool and the Gang’s “Celebration.” (The video can be viewed on the BHS Employee Web Portal). The event also featured lots of healthy and delicious food, displays of BMC’s Healthgrades awards and a chance for staff to get together and celebrate success.

Above: The video as seen through the lens of BMC’s third straight Healthgrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence. BMC was also honored by Healthgrades for being among America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement, Joint Replacement Excellence, Pulmonary Care Excellence and Critical Care Excellence.

At left: Healthy and delicious food was, as always, a key part of the BMC Celebration.

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Michael Cohn, MD, FACS; Eugene Curletti, MD, FACS; Michael DiSiena, DO, FACS; José Heisecke, MD, FACS; Andrew Lederman, MD, FACS; Christian Galvez, MD, FACS; Wilfred Carney, MD, FACS; and George Veinoglou, MD, FACS.

The BMC Health Fair celebrated 10 years of Wellness for

Berkshire Health Systems, with over 350 employees visiting the Private Dining Rooms on May 11th for free screenings, education, interactive displays and refreshments. In all, 24 departments across the spectrum of care participated in the Health Fair, with staff providing helpful information on good nutrition, exercise, health screenings, high blood pressure, diabetes, pastoral care and spirituality and much more.

Over 150 employees had their blood pressure checked, 200 picked up information about donating blood and its importance to the hospital and community, 43 scheduled mammograms to help prevent breast cancer or detect it early, and 50 scheduled their annual Wellness Screening.

BMC Health Fair Draws

Hundreds of Employees

for Wellness Screenings and

EducationThe Blood Donor program at BMC, which operates through the Blood Donor Center and the BHS Bloodmobile, provided educational information on how critical blood donations are for our patients.

Over 350 employees attended the BMC Health Fair, held on May 11th. More photos, page 3

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BMC Staff Celebrate Success continued from page 1

Staff gathering around the Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement honor, from left, Sean Jennings, Vice President of Support Services; Gregory Ryer, RN, Clinical Manager; Brenda Cadorette, RN, Vice President of Acute Care; Alexis Montgomery, RN, Clinical Educator and Lauren Whitney, RN, Clinical Manager.

BMC staff enjoyed watching a special HD video created for the event, featuring the talents of many employees across all departments.

BMC Health Fair Draws Hundreds continued from page 2

Wellness Jeopardy was a popular interactive educational display at the BMC Health Fair, mimicking the popular television game show.

Over 150 employees received blood pressure screenings provided by the Wellness Team.

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Speech Therapy Services Available at Fairview Hospital

The Fairview Hospital Rehabilitation Department now offers comprehensive Speech-Language Pathology Services

on-site, and at the Fairview Hospital Outpatient Rehabilitation Clinic, located at 10 Maple Avenue in Great Barrington, filling an important service previously unavailable in the Southern Berkshires. Comprehensive clinical speech-language therapy services, including evaluation and treatment for pediatric through geriatric populations, are provided for those who present with speech, language, hearing or swallowing disorders, on both an inpatient and outpatient basis.

Theresa Sullivan, Au.D., CCC-SLP/A, has joined Fairview’s Rehabilitation team, bringing with her over 36 years of clinical experience in New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts. She has extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric, adult and geriatric populations, with expertise in Dysphagia, Voice, and Neurological disorders. Sullivan has worked in a variety of settings including Acute and Long-Term Care facilities, pediatric and adult rehabilitation, and private practice.

Her credentials include dual certification in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA).

Theresa Sullivan, Au.D., provides Speech-Language Pathology services at Fairview Hospital.

Fairview Medical Staff Honors Physicians’ Commitment Through a Donation to Community Food Pantry

The Fairview Hospital medical staff has made a $1,000 donation to the People's Pantry in Great

Barrington in honor of National Doctors Day.

Dr. Brian Burke, Fairview's Chief of the Medical Staff, and Kathy Townsend, Medical Staff Coordinator, delivered the check to Rosemary Carpenite, who oversees operations of the pantry. In a letter to physicians serving South Berkshire, Dr. Burke wrote, "We feel exceptionally fortunate to have you as a member of Fairview Hospital’s medical staff. You are at the center of the strong network of care that provides accessible, high quality health services for our community. Instead of giving you a tangible gift, our doctors' commitment is best reflected and appreciated by making this gift to help the vulnerable in our community. "

The donation will help the pantry purchase fresh foods to distribute on a weekly basis. In the past year, the People’s Pantry has experienced a sharp increase in families accessing food. The pantry is open every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Christian Cavalry Church on North Plain Road in Great Barrington.

Dr. Brian Burke, Fairview’s Chief of Staff, and Kathy Townsend, Medical Staff Coordinator, right, presented the $1,000 donation to Rosemary Carpenite of the People’s Pantry.

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Members of the Fairview Pharmacy team, from left: Zach Houle, Bobbi Kozlowski, Liz Wells, Steve Bannon and Julie Gaylord.

Fairview Hospital Pharmacy Renovation Improves Patient Safety and Staff Satisfaction

The Pharmacy at Fairview Hospital, which serves inpatients, outpatients and employees, recently completed an extensive

remodeling of its facilities. Without increasing square footage, the renovation added a segregated IV buffer room, increased work area and improved lighting.

“The benefits of the reconfiguration of space directly enhance patient safety by creating a better environment for the process of medication dispensing,” said Pharmacy Interim Operations Manager Linda Jackson, RN-BC, MS, CS, who also serves as the Director of Regulatory Compliance/Clinical Educator at Fairview. She noted that staff productivity and efficiency has greatly improved as a result of the remodeling.

As part of the renovation, key staff were trained and certified on the new isolator. “Fairview’s Pharmacy has made a major advance in the operations of the service with this renovation,” said Jackson, noting that the Massachusetts DPH has approved an increase in the Beyond Use Date (BUD) on compounded items prepared at Fairview. Previously, medications mixed under the old hood had a life of 12 hours immediate use at room temperature.The renovations and new pharmaceutical mixing systems now extend medication shelf life to 48 hours at room temperature, two weeks refrigerated and 45 days frozen.

Fairview’s Pharmacy is Joint Commission accredited.

Pharmacy staff preparing medications in the new isolator at Fairview Hospital.

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Visit the WellnessWorks page of the employee portal for more information and to register for any of our programs. https://www.bhswellnessworks.org

WellnessWorks (413) 447-3100

GET FIT FOR SUMMER! Starting June 2nd

Starting the Week of June 1st:FIIT – BMC PDRs, Tues./Thurs., 4 – 5 pm Bootcamp – BMC, Tues./Thurs., 5-6 pm (Meet in the cafeteria) Hillcrest Campus, Mon/Wed, 5- 6 pm (Meet at Gazebo)Tabata Express – BMC PDRs, Tues./Thurs., 6-6:30 pmYoga at North Adams – Clark House Conf. Rm., Tues., 4:30 pmYoga at Berkshire Yoga, Dance and Fitness – Tuesday, 4 pm Tennis at Berkshire West – Beginners Clinic/Play: Friday, 6-7 pm Intermediate Play: Tues., 7:30- 8:30 pm (Tennis only: Pre-register weekly. Call Cheryl Martin at (413) 822-8957)

Starting June 18th:NEW! Qigong at Berkshire Yoga, Dance & Fitness, Thursdays, 4-5 pm. Based on the traditional Chinese technique, you will learn to create your own personal plan for health enhancement, personal empowerment and self-healing. Includes gentle movement, postural awareness and self-massage.

Walk it Off is an 8 week Wellness program that focuses on healthy habits. Participants track and earn points for 10 different healthy eating habits and are encouraged to exercise at least 5 days per week and to track their mileage.

26 BHS employees from BMC, Central Block, Fairview, Clocktower, Hillcrest Campus and Lenox Family Practice recently participated and achieved the following results:

o Lost 186 pounds, averaging 7.2 pounds per persono Lost 204.7 inches, averaging 7.9 inches per participanto Averaged a reduction of 1:49 minutes off of their timed mile walks.

This program will be offered again in 2015. Watch Scope for future promotions.

Summer Session for Weight Watchers: Register at noon in the BMC Auditorium, Monday, June 1st. Cost: $186 for 17 weeks ($10.94/week). Includes free E-tools. $150-$300 may be reimbursable through your health plan. Payroll deduction available.

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Job OpportunitiesBMC Postings 03/09/07Maternal Child Health/Special Care Nursery, RN, 32 Hr D/E5 South Medical, RN, 36 Hr D/E5 South Medical, RN, 36 Hr E/N5 South Medical, RN, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, RN, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NStroke Unit, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DStroke Unit, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/EStroke Unit, Unit Secretary, 12 Hr/ESafety & Security, Lead Guard, 16 Hr/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/DSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/ESafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 24 Hr E/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 32 Hr E/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/NHillcrest Health, Charge Entry, 40 Hr/DSmoking Cessation, Tobacco Treatment Counselor, 32 Hr D/EAnesthesia, Anesthesia Technician, 40 Hr/EWomen’s Imaging, Diagnostic Technologist, 32 Hr/DWomen’s Imaging, Mammography Tech., Non-ScheduledRadiology, Radiology Aide, 25 Hr/ENutrition, Dietitian, 40 Hr/DFood Services, Dietary Aide, 40 Hr/NCase Management, Secretary, 8 Hr/D

BHS Posting 03/09/07Patient Accounting, Biller/Collector, 40 Hr

BMC Postings 03/16/07Maternal Child Health/Special Care Nursery, RN, 32 Hr D/E3 East Surgical, RN, 32 Hr/E Temp.3 East Surgical, RN, 32 Hr/ECritical Care, RN, 32 Hr D/ECritical Care, RN, 36 Hr D/E2 East Rehab, RN, 24 Hr D/NPerianesthesia/Crisis, RN, 36 Hr/NPerianesthesia/Crisis, RN, 36 Hr/NPerianesthesia, RN, 24 Hr/D Temp.Ambulatory Surgery, RN, 40 Hr/D3 East Blue, Clinical Team Leader, 40 Hr/EExpress Care, Physician Assistant, 40 Hr/RotatingRadiology, Ultrasound Technologist, 32 Hr D/ERespiratory Therapy, Registered Resp. Therapist, 40 Hr E/NRespiratory Therapy, Registered Resp. Therapist, 40 Hr E/N

BMC Postings 03/16/07 (continued)Access Services, Access Reception Specialist, 40 Hr/DPatient Relations, Patient Services Coordinator, 40 Hr/DEnvironmental Services, Housekeeper, 40 Hr/DEnvironmental Services, Housekeeper, 40 Hr E/NEnvironmental Services, Project Worker, 40 Hr/NTransport, Transport Aide, 24 Hr/EFood Services, Dietary Aide, Non-ScheduledStroke Unit, Unit Secretary, 16 Hr/D

BVNA Postings 03/16/07Berkshire Health SystemsLTC, Referral Specialist, 40 Hr/DLTC, Referral Specialist, 40 Hr/D

BHS Postings 03/16/07Berkshire Visiting Nurse AssociationHome Health Aide, Non-Scheduled

For Fairview Hospital positions, contact Bertha Holcomb at(413) 528-0790. For all other positions, please call theBerkshire Health Systems Employment Office at 447-2784.

ScopePlease direct any comments, questions or suggestions for Scopeto Development and Community Relations at 447-2060.

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4 West Telemetry, RN, 24 Hr/E4 West Telemetry, RN, 24 Hr/E4 West Telemetry, RN, 32 Hr/E2 East Observation, RN, 36 Hr E/N2 East Observation, RN, 36 Hr E/N2 East Rehab, RN, 32 Hr/E3 East Blue, RN, 16 Hr/EMaternal Child Health/Mother Baby Unit, RN, 24 Hr D/NMaternal Child Health/Mother Baby Unit, RN, 40 Hr/Night SpecialMaternal Child Health/Pediatrics, RN, 32 Hr/E Temp.Renal, RN, 36 Hr D/EWomen’s Health/Men’s Health Care Coordination, RN, 30 Hr/DEndoscopy, LPN or Certified Surgical Technician, 40 Hr/D5 South, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NOR, Perioperative Aide, 40 Hr/D Temp.Renal, Hemodialysis Technician, 30 Hr/DRadiology, Imaging Support Specialist, Non-ScheduledRadiology, Imaging Support Specialist, Non-ScheduledBFS Neurology, Medical Assistant II, 40 Hr/DFood Services, Dietary Aide, 40 Hr/NMain OR, Preference Card Coordinator, 40 Hr/D BHS Postings 08/22/08Information Systems, Clinical Analyst – Pharmacy, 40 Hr/DInformation Systems, BFS Applications Specialist, 40 Hr/D Temp. BMC Postings 08/29/083 East Surgical, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special5 South, Clinical Leader, 40 Hr/EBehavioral Sciences/McGee Unit, RN, 32 Hr/ENOF, RN, 32 Hr/ENOF, RN, 40 Hr/Night SpecialNOF, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special3 East Surgical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/N4 West Telemetry, Unit Secretary, 24 Hr/NBehavioral Sciences, Psych Aide, Non-ScheduledBehavioral Sciences, Clinical Therapist, Non-Scheduled D/E/NBehavioral Sciences/Partial Hospitalization, Social Worker III, 8 Hr/DPharmacy, Pharmacy Tech I, 40 Hr/D BHS Posting 08/29/08BHS/BFS Billing, Patient Accounting Supervisor, 40 Hr/D Fairview Postings 09/03/08Med/Surg, Director of 2MS, CCU, SDC, 40 Hr/DRehabilitation, Occupational Therapist, Per DiemPharmacy, Pharmacist, 8 Hr/D-WeekendAdmitting, Admitting Officer, 34 Hr D/EMed/Surg, Nursing Assistant, 24Hr D/E/N

Scope is printed on 30% post-consumer recycled paper.

BMC Postings 08/22/08

American Heart Association Annual Heart Walk Sunday, September 28 at Wahconah Park. 9 a.m.– registration, 10 a.m.– walk. Anyone interested in par-ticipating, call Carol Nixon, ext. 9350. All walkers Earn 10 Wellness points.

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Job OpportunitiesBMC Postings 03/09/07Maternal Child Health/Special Care Nursery, RN, 32 Hr D/E5 South Medical, RN, 36 Hr D/E5 South Medical, RN, 36 Hr E/N5 South Medical, RN, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, RN, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NStroke Unit, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DStroke Unit, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/EStroke Unit, Unit Secretary, 12 Hr/ESafety & Security, Lead Guard, 16 Hr/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/DSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/ESafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 24 Hr E/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 32 Hr E/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/NHillcrest Health, Charge Entry, 40 Hr/DSmoking Cessation, Tobacco Treatment Counselor, 32 Hr D/EAnesthesia, Anesthesia Technician, 40 Hr/EWomen’s Imaging, Diagnostic Technologist, 32 Hr/DWomen’s Imaging, Mammography Tech., Non-ScheduledRadiology, Radiology Aide, 25 Hr/ENutrition, Dietitian, 40 Hr/DFood Services, Dietary Aide, 40 Hr/NCase Management, Secretary, 8 Hr/D

BHS Posting 03/09/07Patient Accounting, Biller/Collector, 40 Hr

BMC Postings 03/16/07Maternal Child Health/Special Care Nursery, RN, 32 Hr D/E3 East Surgical, RN, 32 Hr/E Temp.3 East Surgical, RN, 32 Hr/ECritical Care, RN, 32 Hr D/ECritical Care, RN, 36 Hr D/E2 East Rehab, RN, 24 Hr D/NPerianesthesia/Crisis, RN, 36 Hr/NPerianesthesia/Crisis, RN, 36 Hr/NPerianesthesia, RN, 24 Hr/D Temp.Ambulatory Surgery, RN, 40 Hr/D3 East Blue, Clinical Team Leader, 40 Hr/EExpress Care, Physician Assistant, 40 Hr/RotatingRadiology, Ultrasound Technologist, 32 Hr D/ERespiratory Therapy, Registered Resp. Therapist, 40 Hr E/NRespiratory Therapy, Registered Resp. Therapist, 40 Hr E/N

BMC Postings 03/16/07 (continued)Access Services, Access Reception Specialist, 40 Hr/DPatient Relations, Patient Services Coordinator, 40 Hr/DEnvironmental Services, Housekeeper, 40 Hr/DEnvironmental Services, Housekeeper, 40 Hr E/NEnvironmental Services, Project Worker, 40 Hr/NTransport, Transport Aide, 24 Hr/EFood Services, Dietary Aide, Non-ScheduledStroke Unit, Unit Secretary, 16 Hr/D

BVNA Postings 03/16/07Berkshire Health SystemsLTC, Referral Specialist, 40 Hr/DLTC, Referral Specialist, 40 Hr/D

BHS Postings 03/16/07Berkshire Visiting Nurse AssociationHome Health Aide, Non-Scheduled

For Fairview Hospital positions, contact Bertha Holcomb at(413) 528-0790. For all other positions, please call theBerkshire Health Systems Employment Office at 447-2784.

ScopePlease direct any comments, questions or suggestions for Scopeto Development and Community Relations at 447-2060.

Editor: Ruth BlodgettWriters: Mike Leary, Elzbieta “Ala”TrzepaczLayout and Printing: Deirdre McKenna, Materials Management

Are you ready for Spring?

Let Berkshire Federal Credit Union help you with the financing!

* New Driveway * Replacement Siding and/or Windows * Remodeling of the Kitchen or Bath

*Rates subject to change. 80% LTV. Max. loan amt. $150,000. No pre-payment penalty. Property insurance required. No appraisal fees. $175 recording fee. MA residents only.

700 North Street, Pittsfield, MA (413) 447-7772

Rates Starting at

7.75%*APRfor 10 years

ENTER TO WIN A $150 GIFT CARD

Please direct any comments, questions or suggestions for Scope to Development and Community Relations at 447-2060.

Editor: Ruth BlodgettWriters: Mike Leary, Lauren SmithLayout and Printing: Deirdre McKenna, Materials Management

C o m e G r o w W i t h U s !

Home Equity Loans

APR

Go green and create a

year-round retreat at home.

Pools Decks Porches Sunrooms Landscaping… and more!

Save fuel, Save money!

4 West Telemetry, RN, 24 Hr/E4 West Telemetry, RN, 24 Hr/E4 West Telemetry, RN, 32 Hr/E2 East Observation, RN, 36 Hr E/N2 East Observation, RN, 36 Hr E/N2 East Rehab, RN, 32 Hr/E3 East Blue, RN, 16 Hr/EMaternal Child Health/Mother Baby Unit, RN, 24 Hr D/NMaternal Child Health/Mother Baby Unit, RN, 40 Hr/Night SpecialMaternal Child Health/Pediatrics, RN, 32 Hr/E Temp.Renal, RN, 36 Hr D/EWomen’s Health/Men’s Health Care Coordination, RN, 30 Hr/DEndoscopy, LPN or Certified Surgical Technician, 40 Hr/D5 South, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NOR, Perioperative Aide, 40 Hr/D Temp.Renal, Hemodialysis Technician, 30 Hr/DRadiology, Imaging Support Specialist, Non-ScheduledRadiology, Imaging Support Specialist, Non-ScheduledBFS Neurology, Medical Assistant II, 40 Hr/DFood Services, Dietary Aide, 40 Hr/NMain OR, Preference Card Coordinator, 40 Hr/D BHS Postings 08/22/08Information Systems, Clinical Analyst – Pharmacy, 40 Hr/DInformation Systems, BFS Applications Specialist, 40 Hr/D Temp. BMC Postings 08/29/083 East Surgical, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special5 South, Clinical Leader, 40 Hr/EBehavioral Sciences/McGee Unit, RN, 32 Hr/ENOF, RN, 32 Hr/ENOF, RN, 40 Hr/Night SpecialNOF, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special3 East Surgical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/N4 West Telemetry, Unit Secretary, 24 Hr/NBehavioral Sciences, Psych Aide, Non-ScheduledBehavioral Sciences, Clinical Therapist, Non-Scheduled D/E/NBehavioral Sciences/Partial Hospitalization, Social Worker III, 8 Hr/DPharmacy, Pharmacy Tech I, 40 Hr/D BHS Posting 08/29/08BHS/BFS Billing, Patient Accounting Supervisor, 40 Hr/D Fairview Postings 09/03/08Med/Surg, Director of 2MS, CCU, SDC, 40 Hr/DRehabilitation, Occupational Therapist, Per DiemPharmacy, Pharmacist, 8 Hr/D-WeekendAdmitting, Admitting Officer, 34 Hr D/EMed/Surg, Nursing Assistant, 24Hr D/E/N

Scope is printed on 30% post-consumer recycled paper.

BMC Postings 08/22/08

American Heart Association Annual Heart Walk Sunday, September 28 at Wahconah Park. 9 a.m.– registration, 10 a.m.– walk. Anyone interested in par-ticipating, call Carol Nixon, ext. 9350. All walkers Earn 10 Wellness points.

Scope is printed on paper with post-consumer recycled content.

To view job descriptions and/or apply for a position at Berkshire Medical Center,

Fairview Hospital or BVNA & Hospice, please visit our website at:

www.berkshirehealthsystems.org and click on Employment.

BHS Job Opportunities

 

1450 East Street Pittsfield, MA 01201

(413) 447-7772 www.berkshirefcu.com

It’s Time!

IT’S TIME TO CLEAN UP THAT YARD AND CLEAN UP THOSE FINANCES.

SPRING IS HERE AND BERKSHIRE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION IS READY TO HELP!

BRING IN YOUR BILLS AND LET’S WORK OUT A WAY TO CONSOLIDATE AND GET YOU OUTSIDE

AND OUT OF DEBT!

In Memoriam• Margaret E. Burdick, a former nurse’s aide at BMC, died on May 2nd at the age of 83. She had also worked at the BMC Dental Clinic, and retired in 1996.

• Mary F. Markie, a Registered Nurse at the former House of Mercy, now Berkshire Medical Center, died on May 5th at the age of 99.

The staff of Berkshire Health Systems offers its deepest condolences to their friends and family.

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Thanks and Recognition“Very, very good experience. My short stay had excellent care from all of the staff.” – Comment from a BMC 5 South patient

“I was very nervous about my second birth, and couldn't have imagined a better experience. The entire staff was amazing and I am grateful for their care.” – Comment from a BMC Mother Baby Unit patient

“We have always received great care at Fairview, just recently in the ER, which could be a scary experience, but had a good result. We really depend on you.” – Comment from a Fairview Hospital Emergency Department patient

“The lab tech or phlebotomist was very, very friendly as well as professional. She took my blood samples quickly and painlessly, and answered all questions with knowledge - she gets 10 twinkling stars.” – Comment from a BMC Laboratory Services patient

“They make you feel as if you're their only patient. There is no rushing and they go out of their way to get the procedure done.” – Comment from a BMC Women’s Imaging Center patient

“They made me feel special, and I enjoyed receiving a rose at end of radiation treatment. I felt comfortable and I enjoyed coming and seeing everyone each day.” – Comment from a BMC Radiation Oncology patient

“After (experiencing a fall) the ambulance took me to Fairview Hospital. I was given excellent and professional care. I thank all who treated me.” – Comment from a Fairview Hospital patient

“My occupational therapist was excellent. Best experience I have had.” – Comment from a BMC Center for Rehabilitation patient

“The whole experience at the Crane Center was top notch, from entering for my procedure until I left to go home. Everyone there was extremely kind and good at their job.” – Comment from a Crane Center for Ambulatory Surgery patient

“I would recommend the colonoscopy procedure to anyone.” – Comment from a Northern Berkshire Campus of BMC Endoscopy patient

Chaplain’s Corner: Good MedicineBy The Reverend Art Kaufman, BMC Chaplain

Recent research affirms what we have always suspected; giving thanks, even when it seems as if there is little to be thankful for is good for us and, for those who need healing it is good medicine. And it’s easy to take, or should I say

practice?

Here’s one way to do it that I use at the beginning of every day (outside if practical). In a relaxed standing position with hands together in front of my heart I say the words, “I give thanks that I’ve been able to wake and greet this morning and welcome into my life yet another day with all the challenges, possibilities and opportunities it has to offer me, and especially for the people who will share this day with me and whom I will share my day.” Thank you for “listening.”