North Adams Campus of BMC Further ExpandsCardiac Rehabilitation – New Service for Northern Berkshire –

Joins Specialty Practices Area

The Northern Berkshire Specialty Practices of BMC will be hosting a community open house for North Berkshire and Southern Vermont

residents to view the new site and also hear about the many services at the North Adams Campus of BMC.

The Open House is Wednesday, January 18th from 3 to 5 pm.

The North Adams Open House will also highlight the opening of the new BMC North County Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, which uses state-of-the-art equipment in its gym to help cardiac event patients to recover and

live a healthy lifestyle.

Berkshire Health Systems has announced the further expansion of the North Adams Campus of Berkshire Medical Center, with a service that has never been provided before in Northern Berkshire – Cardiac Rehabilitation. The announcement

will be made during a community open house event being held at the Northern Berkshire Specialty Practices of BMC, first floor of the North Adams Campus of Berkshire Medical Center, on Wednesday, January 18th.

North County Cardiac Rehabilitation of BMC

Berkshire Medical Center has expanded its highly effective cardiac rehabilitation program to North Berkshire, which marks the first time such a service has been provided in the region. Each year, hundreds of Berkshire residents participate in this valuable, life-extending program. North County Cardiac Rehabilitation of BMC is located at the Northern Berkshire Specialty Practices of BMC, on the first floor of the North Adams Campus of BMC.

For patients who have suffered a recent heart attack, heart failure or had surgical intervention such as a bypass, valve replacement or the installation of stents to improve blood flow, this monitored exercise, education and counseling program is an essential next step in recovery and a return to a healthy, active lifestyle. Patients undergo cardiac rehabilitation three days a

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week for a period of 12 weeks. Patients access the program through a referral from their cardiologist.

“For many years, patients from throughout the Berkshires have benefited from BMC’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, a vital component of care following a cardiac event,” said David Phelps, President and CEO of Berkshire Health Systems. “This service, provided for the first time in Northern Berkshire, gives patients in need of this specialized care direct access close to home. Our highly skilled Cardiac Rehabilitation professionals help cardiac patients to attain a healthy lifestyle.”

North County Cardiac Rehabilitation of BMC features state-of-the-art equipment and the expertise of clinical professionals specializing in the latest techniques to improve health following a cardiac incident.

North County Cardiac Rehabilitation of BMC is located inside the Northern Berkshire Specialty Practices of BMC, a convenient, single site for multiple physician specialties and associated programs, providing North Berkshire and Southern Vermont patients with greater access to care.

Patients and Medical Staff are encouraged to donate in honor of their favorite provider during January, National Blood Donor Month!

We’re rolling up our sleeves for those we serve...

Join Us!

Remember to eat a well-balanced meal and drink

plenty of water before donating.

Medical Staff Blood Drive

Call 447-2597 x 2 or e-mail: camuso@bhs1.org

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Northern Berkshire Specialty Practices of BMC opened on November 1, 2016 on the first floor of the North Adams Campus, with access through the main lobby at 71 Hospital Avenue.

Northern Berkshire Specialty Practices of BMC consolidates in one location the offices of several BMC physician practices, including: Cardiology Professional Services of BMC; Endocrinology & Metabolism of BMC and BHS Diabetes Education; Hematology Oncology Services of BMC; the Pain Diagnosis & Treatment Center of BMC; and Urology Professional Services of BMC.

The North Adams Campus of Berkshire Medical Center provides an extensive array of healthcare services to the Northern Berkshire community, including 24-hour emergency care, home care and hospice, outpatient imaging and mammography, endoscopy, outpatient urologic and gynecologic surgeries, laboratory services, renal dialysis, the Neighborhood for Health, Wound Care and more.

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The Institute for Organizational Learning at BHS held its 4th annual graduation ceremony for the Leadership &

Management Development Program at the Pittsfield Country Club on November 11th. The ceremony recognized the 18 managers who have completed the eight-month long training. Participants represented a wide range of experience levels as well as functional and divisional roles.

“The graduation ceremony is held to recognize the hard work of the participants and to thank those who made it possible” said Matthew J. Painter, Director of Leadership Development.

Diane Kelly, RN, Chief Operating Officer of BMC offered special remarks and accolades to the group, using sentiments shared by the participants’ capstone speeches made the day before. Joining her was Darlene Rodowicz, Chief Financial Officer of BHS and Arthur Milano, Vice President of Human Resources, in presenting certificates of completion to the participants.

The graduating class of 2016 nominated classmate Maureen Daniels, Director of Community Health and Wellness, to provide congratulatory remarks on behalf of the class. She reiterated the participants’ thanks to senior management for the opportunity to participate. This year’s class made a special donation to the Friendship Food Pantry in North Adams to ‘pay forward’ their gratitude in being in this year’s cohort.

The 4th graduating class from the Institute for Organizational Learning at BHS.

IOL Leadership & Management Development Program Holds Graduation

This special cohort program for managers is designed to provide foundational leadership and management training from all aspects of the healthcare system. “Due to ongoing changes in healthcare, the LMDP program is a vital component in adapting to the future through the creation of a talent pipeline of capable leaders,” Painter said. Courses

include orientation, personal development, human resource management, finance, legal issues, information technology, clinical operations, and community health. This program is offered annually and limited to 20 participants. The 2017 cohort is already underway.

This year’s graduating class included: Kathleen Amuso, Director of Medical Services for Berkshire Faculty Services; Lucy Britton, BMC Director of Emergency Management; Nancy Crouse, Director of Central Sterile; Aaron Crow, Director of Operations, BMC Cancer Center; Maureen Daniels, BHS Director of Wellness and Community Health; Kathy Daury, BHS Director of Patient Accounting; Karen Flynn, Fairview Director of CCU and Cardio-Pulmonary Services; Pamela Groves, BHS Director of Case Management; Cheryl Ann Gunn, Fairview Nursing Shift Director; Tom Kelly, BHS Telecommunications Manager; Joseph LaRoche, BHS Director of Facilities & Construction Management; Kathy Mele, BMC Operations Manager for Radiology; Tracy Muller, BHS Operations Manager for Pharmacy; Barbara Patzwahl, BHS Employee Relations Manager; Joan Penna, BMC Manager of Medical Staff Services; Michael Perreault, BMC Director of Infection Prevention & Control; Anne Marie Sills, Fairview Director of Rehabilitation; Susan Simons, Administrative Director, BHS Laboratory; and Lawrence Taft, BHS Director of Financial Planning.

One Final Task for Tom RomeoFormer BHS Vice President of Facilities Tom Romeo, who recently retired after serving with the health systems for many

decades in senior leadership positions, got to perform one final ceremonial task prior to his retirement. The Oboyski property, which BHS has purchased, was demolished recently, and in late December Tom had the opportunity to don his construction helmet, and with sledge hammer in hand, begin the process of demolition.

Former Vice President of Facilities Tom Romeo swings a sledge hammer to take out a wooden post on the former Oboyski property, as demolition was kicked off.

Tom also had the chance to pose in the construction equipment used for demolition of the property.

Fairview Welcomes Children for Holiday Gathering

Fairview Hospital’s Recreation Association

hosted Fairview’s Children’s Holiday Party at the hospital during the Holiday Season. In all, 36 children delighted in a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Fairview staff dressed up as elves and snowmen to lead a holiday hunt with fun activities guided by a map through six activity stations, each named for one of Santa’s reindeers. Fairview’s Recreation Association organizes social events throughout the year for staff at Fairview Hospital and affiliate practices.

At right: Giant candy canes could be found at the children’s party, as shown here, held by Kathleen Townsend from the Fairview Medical Staff Office.

Fairview’s Recreation Association hosted a special party for local children during the Holiday Season, with a holiday hunt, fun activities, and goodies.

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

Wellness at Work (413) 447-3100.

Basic Strength & Stretch - Starts 1/30Instructor: Shannon Ashcroft, CPT An 8 week low-impact fitness class that is safe for all-levels, including beginners! In 30 minutes we will focus on increasing strength and flexibility while also improving cardiovascular fitness and health. Each class will start with body weight and resistance band exercises and end with basic balance and stretching. Please bring a mat or towel and a water to hydrate.

4:15 – 4:45 pm Monday & Wednesday / BMC Private Dining Rms Cost: $2.50 per class with payroll deduction

Basic Strength & Stretch Mondays & Wednesdays

4:15PM - 4:45PM Classes begin January 30th

Strength & Stretch is a low-impact fitness class that is safe for all-levels, including beginners! In 30 minutes we will focus on increasing strength and flexibility while also improving cardiovascular fitness and health. Each class will start with body weight and resistance band exercises and end with basic balance and stretching.

Bring a mat or towel, water, and wear comfortable clothing.

Join Instructor: Shannon Ashcroft, Certified Personal Trainer Cost: $5 payroll deduction for 8 weeks

To Register:

Login to the WellnessWorks website (https://www.bhswellnessworks.org) and completed the following online forms to hold your spot.

Physical Readiness Questionnaire Payroll Deduction Form

413-447-3100 wellnessworks2@bhs1.org

BMC Private Dining Rooms

Qualifies as a Wellness Activity for 2018 Insurance Premium Discount

01/09/2017

YOGA - 2 locations!

Yoga at BMC (2 East Rehab Gym)This class is open to all levels. Yoga helps improve physical flexibility, balance and strength, while at the same time brings a sense of peace and well-being. Intructor: Carol Harty. Plan to come 15-minutes early to relax.Thursdays / 5:15 - 6:15 pm - Begins 1/19 Cost: $5 payroll deduction for 5 weeks Series 1 dates: 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9 & 2/23 Series 2 dates: 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 & 3/30

To Register, log in to the Wellness at Work website (https://www.bhswellnessworks.org) and completed the following online forms to hold your spot:• Physical Readiness Questionnaire• Payroll Deduction Form

When You Eat at the Refrigerator, Pull Up a ChairJoin Jennifer Ward, RD, LDN, CPT, Wellness Registered Dietitian, and start the new year in the right frame of mind by learning how to honor your best intentions.

1/17 Tuesday Noon & 1 pm Clocktower, 5th floor large conference room1/18 Wednesday Noon Central Block, small conference room1/23 Monday Noon Hillcrest Campus of BMC, Library1/24 Tuesday 11:30 am & 12:15 pm BMC, PDR “C”1/25 Wednesday Noon North Adams Campus of BMC, Café conference room1/30 Monday Noon Fairview, 4th floor conference room

To accommodate hourly staff, please bring your lunch to this workshop. Pre-Registration Required: log on to the Wellness at Work website or call ext. 3100 for more information. Program qualifies as a Wellness Activity for 2018 Wellness Insurance Premium Discount. • Earn 10 Wellness Points.

Berkshire Yoga, Dance and Fitness (Above the Beacon Cinema)Open to all levels. Yoga helps improve physical flexibility, balance and strength, while bringing a sense of peace and well-being. Instructor: Kala Gresser. Tuesdays / 4-5 pm - Class began 1/10 but there is still room; will pro-rate payroll deduction.Cost: $5 payroll deduction

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Berkshire Family YMCA Lenox Fit 292 North St Pittsfield, MA

(413) 499-7650

22 Brickyard Ct North Adams, MA

(413) 663-6529

90 Pittsfield Rd Lenox, MA

(413) 637-9893

Name: Employee ID#:

Email address: Phone:

Fitness Center:

Company:

Fitness Open House Stop by any of these area fitness centers

January 23 - 29, 2017

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To visit one of the fitness locations below, call ahead for scheduled classes and hours of operation

Berkshire Yoga Dance Pilates Fit Classes 55 North St

Pittsfield, MA 413•418•4001

740 Williams St Pittsfield, MA 413•358•1007

Cutting Edge Fitness Snap Fitness 73 ½ Summer St

Adams, MA (413) 841-0494

14 Pleasant St Lee, MA

(413) 243-8000

Berkshire Running Center PRESENT THIS VOUCHER BELOW TO ANY OF THE ABOVE FITNESS CENTERS TO RECEIVE

A FREE VISIT. ONE VISIT PER FITNESS CENTER DURING OPEN HOUSE WEEK

34 Depot St Pittsfield, MA

(413) 344-4472

BCC Berkshire West Athletic Club 1350 West St Pittsfield, MA

(413) 499-4660

100 Dan Fox Dr Pittsfield, MA

(413) 499-4600

Berkshire Nautilus Berkshire South Community Center 42 Summer St Pittsfield, MA

(413) 499-1217

15 Chrissey Rd Great Barrington, MA

(413) 528-2810

Dalton CRA Kilpatrick Athletic Center 400 Main St Dalton, MA

(413) 684-0260

84 Alford Rd Great Barrington, MA

(413) 528-7773

Fitness Center Open House Week! - January 23rd-29th What a great way to start the year! Stop by any of these area fitness centers with the voucher below

and enjoy some FREE fitness while you decide what center is right for you.

Berkshire Family YMCA Lenox Fit 292 North St Pittsfield, MA

(413) 499-7650

22 Brickyard Ct North Adams, MA

(413) 663-6529

90 Pittsfield Rd Lenox, MA

(413) 637-9893

Name: Employee ID#:

Email address: Phone:

Fitness Center:

Company:

Fitness Open House Stop by any of these area fitness centers

January 23 - 29, 2017

Da

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To visit one of the fitness locations below, call ahead for scheduled classes and hours of operation

Berkshire Yoga Dance Pilates Fit Classes 55 North St

Pittsfield, MA 413•418•4001

740 Williams St Pittsfield, MA 413•358•1007

Cutting Edge Fitness Snap Fitness 73 ½ Summer St

Adams, MA (413) 841-0494

14 Pleasant St Lee, MA

(413) 243-8000

Berkshire Running Center PRESENT THIS VOUCHER BELOW TO ANY OF THE ABOVE FITNESS CENTERS TO RECEIVE

A FREE VISIT. ONE VISIT PER FITNESS CENTER DURING OPEN HOUSE WEEK

34 Depot St Pittsfield, MA

(413) 344-4472

BCC Berkshire West Athletic Club 1350 West St Pittsfield, MA

(413) 499-4660

100 Dan Fox Dr Pittsfield, MA

(413) 499-4600

Berkshire Nautilus Berkshire South Community Center 42 Summer St Pittsfield, MA

(413) 499-1217

15 Chrissey Rd Great Barrington, MA

(413) 528-2810

Dalton CRA Kilpatrick Athletic Center 400 Main St Dalton, MA

(413) 684-0260

84 Alford Rd Great Barrington, MA

(413) 528-7773

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

Wellness at Work (413) 447-3100.

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

Fairview Hospital or BVNA, please visit our website at:

www.berkshirehealthsystems.org and click on Employment.

BHS Job Opportunities

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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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BMC Greylock Credit Union Location Expands Hours

Greylock Federal Credit Union will offer expanded hours at the BMC branch beginning January 3rd. The new hours will be Tuesdays

and Thursdays from 10am-2pm. The Credit Union hopes to make banking more convenient for BMC and BHS employees who are members, and to better serve their needs with the new additional hours. The branch, located in the Warriner Building near the BHS Community Pharmacy, is currently open Thursdays from 10 am to 1 pm.

Kristin Ferris, the Greylock Branch Specialist at BMC, is ready to handle all available transactions, open accounts and loans, make loan payments, and answer questions.

Please remember, GFCU can only accept checks for deposit at the BMC office. No cash transactions can be done at the BMC branch.

To contact Kristin, stop in during office hours or call 395-7699. For more information, go to

www.greylock.org or call 236-4000.

Berkshire Health Systems Jackpot Weight Loss Challenge

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Thanks and Recognition

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In MemoriamGeorge W. Croshier, who had worked at BMC for over 20 years, died on December 24th at the age of 63.

Blanche R. Lillie, a former nurses’ aide at BMC, died on December 31st at the age of 87. She worked at BMC in the late 1960’s.

Patricia A. Chretien, who worked for many years at BMC in the Housekeeping and Laundry departments, died on January 2nd at the age of 81.

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

“It was the easiest discharge I have ever had. I liked using the pharmacy and having my medications all done.” – Comment from a BMC Orthopedic Unit patient

“I am treated with great respect at Fairview. My immediate concerns are always taken care of.” – Comment from a Fairview Hospital patient

“My experience was very quick and easy. The people were very helpful and friendly.” – Comment from a North Adams Campus of BMC Laboratory Services patient

“I think whoever hires your staff does an excellent job. Staff doing the mammograms are always sensitive, thorough and skilled. I have gone there for many years and it’s always great.” – Comment from a BMC Women’s Imaging Center patient

“It was a very good experience and I would recommend your Surgery Center and procedure to anyone.” – Comment from a Crane Center for Ambulatory Surgery patient

“The dietary person went out of their way to make sure I had meals ordered and the food I liked. They were very pleasant and kind.” – Comment from a BMC Oncology Services patient

“The staff was excellent. I cannot say enough, as all were great. They make the program work.” – Comment from a BMC Cardiac Rehabilitation Program patient

“Everyone is so nice, even our son has now has experienced very good visits in the emergency room, including my own experiences.” – Comment from a Fairview Hospital Emergency Department patient

“Dr. Robert Lincer did my surgery. You have an excellent surgical staff and nurses in the Emergency Room and technicians for ultrasound and CT scan. Thank you so much.” – Comment from a BMC Emergency Department and Surgical Services patient

“I cannot express enough to you how wonderful everyone was during my mother’s stay. The compassion that was given was incredible. I applaud all of the nurses and doctors on 5 West. What a job well done. Thank you.” – Comment from a relative of a BMC 5 West patient

“The entire group of people working at this hospital were the kindest, most attentive I have had.” – Comment from a BMC Surgical Services patient

“I am moving from the area and I will miss the Crane Center; the nurses are wonderful and more like good friends. Very skilled care was excellent.” – Comment from a Crane Center for Ambulatory Surgery patient