Human Resource Triage for Physician Practices

March 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Virtual OfficeWare, Inc. is hosting Human Resource Triage for Physician Practices, an educational seminar for HR personnel, clinical and administrative managers, and physicians. Increase and refresh your knowledge on Human Resources issues, and learn what you can do to help avoid significant employment matters.

Seminar topics include:

  • Untangling the spider web of employee leave
  • Learning the five traps of wage and hour laws
  • Managing problem employees
  • Controlling the risk of employment-related lawsuits

This seminar has been approved for credit by the HR Certification Institute.

When: Friday, March 30, 2012, 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Registration and continental breakfast, 8:00 – 8:30 AM

Where: HYATT PLACE Pittsburgh, 6011 Campbells Run Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15205

Cost: $99

Presenter: James Southworth, Attorney with Houston Harbaugh. Jim is an attorney who focuses on employment and labor law. As a former Human Resources Manager in a large hospital system, he brings a unique perspective.

To register, go to www.virtualofficeware.net/hr-consulting-services. Or contact Anita Gavett, anita.gavett@virtualofficeware.net, 888-950-0688. Ext. 160.

For further details, download the registration form.

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Upcoming Educational Events from Western PA HFMA Chapter

September 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment

The Western PA Chapter of HFMA is proud to sponsor the following educational events:

Friday September 16th: Annual Medicare Update (8 CPE credits) – Hospital Council, Warrendale, PA – Similar to past sessions, Highmark Medicare Services will be presenting their Medicare update session as well as Larry Goldberg providing the Federal Update. In the afternoon session, Deloitte & Touche will present on Changes to the Cost Report Forms as well as Reimbursement Strategies and finally BKD will provide a Rural Update. Register now.

Other Upcoming WPHFMA Educational Events:

September 20th – Manning & Napier will be hosting a morning seminar that will provide local CEOs, CFOs, and benefits managers the opportunity to sit down with the CEO of a mid-western manufacturing company who took on the high costs of health care and won. John Torinus, Jr., CEO of Serigraph, Inc. and author of the book The Company That Solved Health Care will talk about how he and his employees worked together to drive down Serigraph’s expenses on a per family basis to 36% below the national average*. – Please contact Dave Immonen at dimmonen@manning-napier.com

Friday, October 14th – Health Care Compliance Association – Regional Meeting in Cranberry, PA. See attached agenda.

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Meet the CEO Who Solved Health Care

August 31, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Join Manning & Napier Group of Companies and guest speaker, John Torinus, Jr., CEO of Serigraph, Inc. and author of the book, The Company That Solved Health Care, Tuesday, September 20, 2011, Sheraton Station Square for a unique discussion and opportunity to learn more about the winning strategies he used to help his company win the fight against rising costs of providing health care benefits. For more information, visit www.manning-napier.com.

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Free Educational Two-Credit Continuing Education Activity

August 30, 2011 by Leave a Comment

There is a free educational two-credit Continuing Education activity for Personal Care Home Administrators, Nursing Home Administrators and Registered Nurses on Thursday, September 15, 2011. Download the flyer for details.

Participants in this course will develop insights into the importance of customer service, professional communication, thorough follow-up and excellent care. Professionalism is the key to attracting prospective residents through networking with the families, community groups, churches, anywhere you meet someone.

Registration: 4:00 PM
Presentation: 4:30 to 6:30 PM

Location:

Baptist Homes
489 Castle Shannon Boulevard
Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228

A complimentary dinner will be provided. Tours of Baptist Homes will be available following the presentation. All are welcome. Seating is limited so please RSVP to Sue Lauer by Monday, September 12th by email at slauer@baptisthomes.org or phone 412-572-8308.

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Medicare and Medicaid Update Seminar

August 18, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Western PA Chapter of HFMA and Hospital Council of Western PA  is sponsoring its annual Medicare Update seminar on Friday, September 16, at 500 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA  15086.

7:30 a.m. Registration/Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m./Program
(Networking Lunch)

For details, download the full agenda.

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What’s on the Horizon—Meaningful Use, Security & Privacy, 5010 and Insurance Exchanges & More!

August 11, 2011 by Leave a Comment

On Friday, August 26, at the Regional Learning Alliance, in Cranberry, PA, the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the HFMA will host a new seminar that can qualify you for 8.00 CPE Credits.  Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Check out the impressive roster of speakers. If you’re interested, contact Debbie Szczypinski at 724-457-2222 or debbie1141@hotmail.com.

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Establishing a Point of View on the Future of Healthcare—A Financial Perspective

July 8, 2011 by Leave a Comment

The Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Healthcare Financial Management Association recently announced this upcoming seminar on Tuesday, July 19.

(Proudly sponsored by EnableComp, Manning & Napier Advisors, BKD, & the Hylant Group)

Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel – 107 6th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Tuesday, July 19, 2011 - Qualifies for 8.00 CPE Credits – 8.00 Other

Click here to learn more!

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Hospice and Physical Therapy: Making the Most of Life

June 7, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Family Hospice & Palliative Care is offering a free professional education seminar on Monday, July 11, 5-8 p.m.

  • The Center for Compassionate Care, 50 Moffett St., Pittsburgh, PA 15243  (free parking).
  • Two free Continuing Education Units for Registered Nurses (RNs), Social Workers (SWs), and Nursing Home Administrators (NHAs).
  • This free seminar, presented by Family Hospice Community Liaison Eric Horwith, MSW, LSW, and Family Hospice Physical Therapist Bill Sheppard, MS, PT, is offered free to local professionals. Among the items covered will be evaluation of the physical and functional abilities of patients at the end of their life and a greater understanding of the physical therapist’s role in care giving. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP by July 5 at 412-572-8747, or ehorwith@familyhospice.com. More information available at www.familyhospice.com.
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