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Area physicians invited to ICOM's Faculty Development
Meridian - November 3
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Idaho Rural Health Association
Rural Health Hero Awards
Boise - November 7
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Empower Idaho
Nicotine Cessation and Behavioral Wellness Webinar
November 8
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Idaho WWAMI Fifth Annual Faculty Development Workshop
Boise - November 10
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The Bureau of Rural Health & Primary Care is sponsoring a Level-2 Medical Interpreter Bootcamp
Caldwell - November 15 & 16
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ISU Health Science Experience Night and Pharmacy Open House set for Oct. 23
Idaho State University-Meridian's NSSLHA Chapter awarded national honor for raising awareness about communication disorders
Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) makes history with ribbon cutting
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ICOM Class of 2022 celebrates milestone at inaugural White Coat Ceremony
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SE Idaho AHEC: 5th Annual Hispanic Healthcare and Technology Careers Conference
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Idaho State University Department of Counseling is first to receive national Association for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Issues in Counseling Award
Idaho PATH (Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) is seeking Certified Peer Support Specialists to work in the Treasure Valley area
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Free community hearing screenings at Idaho State University-Meridian this fall and spring
Free flu shots/basic physical exams offered at ISU/Ada County Health Screening Nov. 15
The Bureau of Rural Health & Primary Care is very proud to announce yet another successful placement of a 3RNet Family Medicine PA in rural Idaho!
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Free community hearing screenings at Idaho State University-Meridian this fall and spring
MERIDIAN-Get your hearing checked for free at a series of screenings at the Speech and Language Clinic at Idaho State University-Meridian, 1311 E. Central Drive.
Dates are Nov. 8, Feb. 21, March 14 and April 11. Hours are 3-6 p.m. No appointment is necessary, and clinicians will see adults, teens and children as young as 3 years old.
Speech-language pathology graduate students, under the supervision of licensed speech-language pathologists, will conduct the screenings.
Participants will receive their results immediately, including referrals if further evaluation is needed, according to organizers. For more information, call 208-373-1725.
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Free flu shots/basic physical exams offered at ISU/Ada County Health Screening Nov. 15
Free flu shots while supplies last, basic physical and dental exams, and onsite testing for blood sugar levels and cholesterol are included in free services offered at a community health screening Thursday, Nov. 15, 4-7 p.m., at First Baptist Church, 607 N. 13th St., in Boise.
The screening is for adults with no insurance or limited access to preventive health care. The Idaho Foodbank will provide free boxes of food for participants.
Faculty and student clinicians administer the services which include:
● Blood pressure checks, medication reviews and disease education
● Oral/dental health evaluation and education
● Depression and alcohol screenings and questionnaires
● On-site testing for blood sugar levels, cholesterol, HIV and hepatitis C
● Hearing and eye screenings
● Nutrition assessments and recommendations
● Health education
● Traumatic brain injury screenings
The Community Health Screening Program began in March 2010 and has screened more than 1,000 adults. Partners are ISU-Meridian, Ada County, the Idaho Foodbank and Hispanic Cultural Center of Idaho.
The full screening process takes about 90 minutes, and patients in immediate need are given appointments at low-cost or free Treasure Valley clinics for additional care. For more information, call 373-1700 or email
healthyU@isu.edu.
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POCATELLO - Idaho State University's Department of Counseling has received the first Association for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Issues in Counseling 2018 Conference Award. The newly created ALGBTIC award is presented biennially to a national counseling program that has demonstrated a commitment to the promotion of LGBTQQIA+ awareness and affirmation.
ALGBTIC introduced five new awards at this year's conference and will award them every two years. ISU faculty members Kristen Lister, Randy Astramovich and Christian Chan accepted the award at the organization's 2018 conference in Portland, Oregon in early September.
ALGBTIC is a national organization that promotes awareness and understanding of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender issues in the counseling profession and related occupations.
For more information on the award or ISU's counseling center, contact Lori Medellin at medelori@isu.edu.
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Idaho State University-Meridian's NSSLHA Chapter awarded national honor for raising awareness about communication disorders
MERIDIAN-The National Student Speech Language Hearing Association has awarded the NSSLHA Chapter at Idaho State University-Meridian with 2018 Gold Chapter Honors.
The national organization lauded the Meridian student chapter for:
Increasing awareness among state and federal legislators about issues relating to communication sciences and disorders.
Contributing to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation's NSSLHA Scholarship fund which provides scholarships for students in communication sciences and disorders programs.
Helping the national student chapter raise more than $15,250 in the 2017-2018 NSSLHA Loves campaign. Proceeds went to the John Tracy Clinic, a global organization that provides services for children with hearing loss and their families.
Supporting clients, students, and organizations in local communities and across the nation.
ISU-Meridian students spent a day at the state capitol this year, talking to lawmakers about legislative issues that impact the speech-language pathology community. They also participated in Rake Up Boise and the Buddy Walk for Down syndrome, volunteered at an assisted living complex and raised $700 at a cycling fundraiser at the CycleBar in Meridian.
"Through collaboration and support from our members, officers, and advisers, our NSSLHA chapter at Idaho State University-Meridian has reached a new milestone and hopes to continue its commitment to our ever growing organization, university, and community for years to come," said co-presidents Thomas Gonzalez and Michaela Huntington. The two spearheaded activities that led to the national NSSLHA honor.
National NSSLHA Chapter Honors are awarded to affiliated NSSLHA chapters that demonstrate an outstanding effort to inspire, empower, and support students in communication sciences and disorders programs.
About the NSSLHA Chapter at Idaho State University-Meridian
The NSSLHA Chapter at ISU-Meridian includes both undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a career in the field of speech-language pathology and/or audiology. Students learn what it means to be an involved professional within their community through activities focused on service, advocacy, fundraising and continuing education.
About National NSSLHA
The National Student Speech Language Hearing Association is the only national student organization for pre-professionals studying communication sciences and disorders recognized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Established in 1972, National NSSLHA is headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, and supports 13,400+ members and 300+ chapters at colleges and universities nationwide.
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ISU Health Science Experience Night and Pharmacy Open House set for Oct. 23
MERIDIAN-Learn about dozens of Idaho State University health professions programs, tour the Meridian campus, and get a flu shot at Health Science Experience Night and Pharmacy Open House, Tuesday, Oct. 23, 5-7:30 p.m.
Both events are inside the Sam and Aline Skaggs Health Science Center at ISU- Meridian, 1311 E. Central Drive.
"Health Science Experience Night is a wonderful opportunity for Treasure Valley students to see the many health professions that ISU has to offer. They experience firsthand what professionals do in the field each day," said ISU-Meridian Enrollment Services Director Ali Crane.
Attendees can visit with ISU faculty and students from Meridian and Pocatello, participate in medical demonstrations, and tour the state-of-the art Skaggs Treasure Valley Anatomy and Physiology Laboratories, equipped with 3D and virtual technology.
All students are eligible for door prizes, ISU gear and promotional items.
At the Pharmacy Open House, the first 10 flu shots are free for participants who have no insurance. If you have health insurance, bring your card. Without insurance, the shots are between $30 and $35.
Providers will vaccinate patients 6 years and older, but patients under 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, say organizers.
The College of Pharmacy will provide activities and education related to heart health, diabetes, immunizations, medication safety and drug abuse prevention.
For information about Health Science Experience Night, call 208-373-1798. For information about the Pharmacy Open House, call 208-373-1824. Admission to both events is free.
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Idaho Rural Health Association
Rural Health Hero Awards
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
5:30 - 8:00 PM
The Riverside Hotel - Boise Idaho
Annual Meeting & Awards Reception
Best Practices in PCMH Panel
Click here to RSVP
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Area physicians invited to ICOM's Faculty Development Nov. 3
Physicians, both MD's and DO's, are invited to attend the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine's Fall 2018 Faculty Development, Saturday, Nov. 3, at ICOM.
The event is designed to provide ongoing faculty development for physicians interested in serving as preceptors/teachers of medical learners, such as medical students, physician assistants, or nurse practitioners. The Ada Canyon Medical Education Consortium designates this live activity for a maximum of four hours of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s).
This conference will provide didactic and hands-on learning opportunities. Our goal is to provide physicians the knowledge to be competent and efficient in the performance of precasting medical learners.
Register here
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Class of 2022 celebrates milestone at inaugural White Coat Ceremony
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Located in Meridian, Idaho, the three-story, 94,000-square-foot facility cost $34 million, and took Engineered Structures, Inc. (ESI) just thirteen months to build.
The facility houses more than 12,000 feet of classroom space, including: two lecture halls, each with 250 seats; a state-of-the-art clinical simulation center; a 3,5000-square-foot medical library; and a 3,479-square-foot Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) Lab. Additionally, 12 Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) rooms will be located on the second floor - the largest OSCE suite in the State of Idaho.
Students will spend the first two years of didactic training on campus. Afterward, they'll spend the third and fourth years of their education doing clinical rotations at affiliated hospital systems throughout the five target states. Currently, ICOM has established partnerships with more than 35 hospital and health systems in the region.
Classes for ICOM's inaugural class of 162 students began Aug. 20.
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The Bureau of Rural Health & Primary Care is sponsoring a Level-2 Medical Interpreter Bootcamp at West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell, ID
November 15 & 16, 2018 (two full days)
FREE!
Qualifications: Participants
MUST have previously attended AND successfully completed MD Translations' Level-1 Medical Interpreter Workshop. This is an advanced training that will build from the previous course. No other training can be substituted. Prior to registration being accepted, previous training will be verified.
The Bootcamp is capped at 15 students and registration is on a first come, first served basis with priority given to individuals employed by rural health organizations in Idaho. Students must attend
both days to have the registration fee waived (details in brochure).
Registration deadline is 11-1-2018. If you have qualified employees interested in participating, please submit the completed (check the attestation box) registration form as soon as possible.
Please see here for the registration form and details. Contact the Bureau of Rural Health & Primary Care at 208-334-0669 or ruralhealth@dhw.idaho.gov for questions and assistance.
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The Bureau of Rural Health & Primary Care is very proud to announce yet
another successful placement of a 3RNet Family Medicine PA in rural Idaho!
It has been over 10 years since the Idaho Bureau of Rural Health & Primary Care launched
Idaho's Rural Recruitment and Retention Network (3RNet). As you may know, 3RNet is a
free service available to Idaho healthcare organizations to assist with health professional recruitment needs. 3RNet allows Idaho healthcare organizations to post a variety of healthcare related job announcements. Job opportunities are viewed by many qualified applicants across the country, at no cost!
Please help us support our goal of bringing high-quality health professionals to Idaho by taking a moment to login to 3RNet and create or update your facility information:
https://www.3rnet.org/For-Employers
Check out this informational video on how 3RNet is supporting recruitment and retention in rural and underserved areas across the county! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dyT5csRNFsI
Contact the Bureau of Rural Health & Primary Care at 208-334-0669 or ruralhealth@dhw.idaho.govfor questions and assistance.
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5th Annual Hispanic Healthcare and Technology Careers Conference
Organizers promoting Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) fields recently held a Hispanic Healthcare and Technology Career Conference at Idaho State University. On March 3, 2018, approximately 500 participants from the Latino community converged on the campus to experience a host of activities ranging from career workshops to a college fair. The activities were designed to provide direction, motivation and information about careers in the healthcare industry. The event was highlighted by stories and testimonials from STEM educated professionals employed in healthcare engineering careers. Opportunities to network with role models and mentors made the conference memorable.
Feedback from participants included comments like "the conference was amazing," "the speakers were amazing," and "had a lot of fun, met a lot of people, and learned a lot of interesting things!" One participant simply felt motivated by the atmosphere surrounding the conference - a spirit flooding the environment that suggested success was attainable because support was available to anyone wishing to enter a healthcare career.
The keynote speaker, Cristian Arcega, was especially engaging when he shared his STEM journey. He was born in Mexico but moved to the United States in search of a better education. In high school, he entered a robotics program where he later became part of a team that won a national underwater robotics competition. Some of the schools his team competed against were as well-known as Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
All participants came from diverse backgrounds, which provided opportunity to share unique perspectives on ways to reach a career goal. They offered insights based on their collective experiences to show how they reached their current positions. Inspiration from their personal stories informed the participants of the kind of career potential found in receiving an education in the STEM fields.
The event overall successfully challenged young Latinos to become involved in the type of STEM field programs found in the healthcare industry. Exposing this population to outstanding mentors and role models today will help guarantee a future generation of healthcare professionals to serve tomorrow.
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Idaho WWAMI Fifth Annual Faculty Development Workshop
Saturday, November 10th
7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
University of Idaho, Boise - Idaho
Water Center, Legacy Pointe located at 322 E. Front Street Boise, ID 83702
Topics include:
- GLEAM
- Beyond the Five Microskills: Giving Effective Feedback
- Tips for Writing Letters of Recommendation
- Recognizing and Addressing Microaggressions in the Learning Environment.
Please note: the workshop is open to all physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who teach.
See attachment for additional information.
Click here to register
If you have any comments, questions, or concerns please contact the Idaho WWAMI office at (208) 364-4546 or idwwami@uw.edu.
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Empower Idaho Presents: Nicotine Cessation & Behavioral Health Wellness with Gabrielle Davis
November 8
12 - 1 pm Mountain Time
Objectives:
- Recognize the prevalence of nicotine addiction in people with mental health conditions.
- Describe the relationship between nicotine addiction in people with substance abuse disorders.
- Discuss evidence-based practices specific to Idahoans that promote cessation and/or prevention of nicotine addiction.
About the Presenter:
For over a decade, Gabrielle Davis has been a registered respiratory therapist (RRT) practicing in Michigan, Illinois and Idaho. Gabrielle received a Master's in Public Health from Grand Canyon University and is currently a student in the graduate counseling program (addictions cognate) at Boise State University. Currently, Gabrielle is employed at a local hospital as the COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) educator and Inpatient Nicotine Cessation Program Coordinator. In this position, she leads a team of RT's in providing nicotine cessation education to every patient in the hospital who reports using nicotine (chewing, vaping, smoking, etc.).
Since migrating to Idaho in 2016, Gabrielle earned the Not on Tobacco (NOT) certification, which is specifically geared toward helping teens to quit using nicotine products. She has also earned the Tobacco Treatment Specialist (TTS) designation. Presently, Gabrielle is designing processes and programs within the community to provide Nicotine Support groups throughout the Treasure Valley for people with nicotine addiction. She is also the facilitator for the Better Breathers Club in Boise which supports people and caregivers with chronic lung diseases (largely correlated with nicotine product usage). In her spare time, Gabrielle loves to travel internationally with her wife (recently returning form a medical mission in Ghana) and is the co-coordinator for a local LGBTQ+ youth group."
To register contact Anna Guida at
aguida@jannus.org
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Idaho PATH CPSS Job Opportunities
PATH Certified Peer Support Specialists (CPSS) assist adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have a serious mental illness or a co-occurring disorder. All Peer Support Specialist services promote hope, wellness, and recovery
outcomes for clients, with services and outcomes shaped by client self-direction and responsibility.
PATH CPSS act as advocates for client's preferences in all decision making arenas and assist clients in self-advocacy skill development. PATH CPSS are provided the tools and training necessary to perform their jobs including regular check-in's and support from the PATH Project Manager, a cell phone, lap top, scanner/printer and mileage reimbursement.
PATH CPSS are paid for every hour worked - not billable hours!
This position is benefit eligible
We currently have two openings - one in Boise/Ada County and one in the Nampa/Caldwell area.
Please contact Martha Ekhoff at mekhoff@jannus.org for more information and to apply.
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