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8 North is an 18 bed Medical-Surgical unit with Telemetry, and elopement technology caring for patients with a variety of illnesses. Our main focus is infectious disease and caring for the older adult patients with medical needs. We also care for some general surgery patients.  Our Care delivery model is a multidisciplinary approach.

POSITION SUMMARY: Assume responsibility and accountability as defined by the American Nurses Association standards of nursing practice. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice is a newly licensed new to practice RN or RN with less than 15 months of experience that demonstrates basic safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice seeks guidance to integrate concepts, knowledge, skills and attitudes to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice exhibits Penn Medicine’s experience standards which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains.

The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice is accountable for the provision of direct care to patients who may range in age from infancy to the elderly and demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Teamwork and Technology/Informatics.

The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients.

The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and benefits from feedback while demonstrating growth in the ability to care for increasingly complex patients. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies.

The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice must complete all Clinical Nurse 1 competencies and is expected to advance to the Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague level by 18 months of professional practice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Incorporates the Lancaster General Health mission, vision and values into planning patient care.

• Functions as an independent and interdependent member of the health care team as defined in unit based Plan for Provision of Care.

• Performs patient assessments, focusing on physiologic, psychological, and cognitive functions. Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes and adapts the plan of care based on recognized trends and changes. Collects and manages comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.

• Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or issues. Formulates age-appropriate and culturally and ethically sensitive plan of care

• Implements care in a knowledgeable manner and coordinates patient care across several disciplines and among caregivers.

• Provides leadership to other members of the team by effectively communicating expected standards of care and encouraging and supporting team members and their contributions.

• Demonstrates an understanding of and a commitment to our values of privacy, quality, respect, service and teamwork.

• Assigns, delegates, and supervises other employees and intervenes as appropriate to assure that the plan of care is carried out, continuity of care is provided and that established outcomes are achieved through availability and appropriated utilization of human, material and financial resources.

• Educates patients about healthy practices and treatment modalities.

• Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices. Utilizes technology where appropriate.

• Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Manages rapidly changing situations following established protocols, coordinating and accessing appropriate health team members and resources, and documenting events.

• Participates in process improvement activities with an emphasis on increasing continuity in the nurse to patient relationship, minimizing rework and redundancies; constantly seeks ways to improve processes, increase efficiency, finds solutions to current situations or develops new methods and procedures.

• Completes mandatory education and training that includes review of age-specific needs, caring behaviors, and interpersonal skills as defined by unit based Plan for Provision of Care.

• Maintains a safe working environment through compliance with established evidence-based practice policies and procedures and timely reporting of safety variances.

• Projects pride in their work as exhibited in day-to-day interactions with staff, coworkers, patients and all those they come in contact with.

• Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.

• Provides supervision, including guidance, counseling and mentoring, to targeted peers and subordinates to enhance the learning experiences and improve the professional practice environment within the designated work setting.

• Participates in the employee performance process related to peers and subordinate team members; address employee problems, complaints, disputes or requests as the first level of supervision; evaluates their performance post hire.

• Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• RN licensure is required, issued by the PA Board of Nursing.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred . If ASN, must agree to complete BSN or higher nursing degree within 2 years of RN hire date.

• New hires who start their employment with a temporary practice permit must sit for their NCLEX within 60 days of starting in their RN role.

• A graduate registered nurse may only practice professional nursing under supervision and if the graduate registered nurse  holds a current temporary practice permit. Supervision means that a licensed registered nurse is physically present in the area or unit where the graduate registered nurse is practicing.

• ​For Magnet designated RN positions, BSN or higher level nursing degree is required for incumbents based upon previously established parameters; or within two (2) years of placement.

• All Clinical Nurse 1 RN’s will be required to successfully complete the Nurse Residency Program.

• CPR Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support, formerly Healthcare Provider (AHA Heart Saver courses for CPR are not accepted) required within 30 days of hire.

• A health care provider in good standing with Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state health insurance programs, i.e. not excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal or state health insurance program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• As outline in unit based Plan for Provision of Care

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards.  The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute.  The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole.  Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely. #LI-LJ1

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LOCATION: Lancaster, PA
HOURS: Part time (26 hours a week).Night Shift (7pm-7:30m). Every third weekend and rotating holidays.

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POSITION SUMMARY: Maximizes cash collections and resolution of aged accounts through informed, consistent follow up activities. Responsible for the timely billing and follow-up of assigned accounts and for ensuring all accounts are paid correctly according to insurance contract terms.  Consistently identifies account deficiencies that require subsequent follow-up and ensures all deficiencies are resolved.  Escalates issues to supervisor and tracks data for trending and feedback purposes.  Works within a structured team setting to ensure team goals and well as individual goals are met in an appropriate manner.

HOURS: M-F, flexible schedule, no weekends/holidays, remote possible after training

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Analyzes and researches denials and follows-up with the appropriate payor, practice, and/or patient to resolve denial. Provides missing or additional information if necessary, to expedite the resolution of the denied claim.
• Performs all appeals and denial recovery procedures needed to appropriately and accurately resolve denied claims. 
• Processes required adjustments to accounts, including charges credits, payment transfers, policy adjustments, etc. in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge and understanding of all assigned payor contracts and requirements.
• Performs research to ensure current policies, applicable coding and insurance guidelines, regulations and laws are being followed.
• Evaluates processes and procedures and makes practical suggestions/recommendations for improvement or compliance.
• Prepares accurate and timely reports of trends and problems as they are identified. Communicates such trends to management in a timely manner.
• Consistently identifies account deficiencies that require follow up and ensures that appropriate actions have occurred.
• Completes work accurately and timely with appropriate documentation.
• Ensures that all activities related to denials management functions meet department requirements, maximize revenue collection, and achieve leading practice levels of performance.
• Consistently meets productivity and quality standards established by management, recommending new approaches for enhancing performance and productivity when appropriate.
• Keeps Supervisor/Manager informed of any problems or issues.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Provides timely billing and follow-up of assigned inventory for the purpose of expediting timely account resolution.
• Updates patient accounts to reflect any changes made to relevant information.
• Contacts payers, employers, customers, attorneys, etc. in an effort to expedite the payment of accounts.
• Processes and follows special accounts for resolution.
• Assists with any special projects as assigned.
•  Other duties assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.   
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft Office experience.
• Strong organization skills.
• Ability to apply strong analytical qualities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree
• One (1) to two (2) years of experience in hospital or physician billing/insurance follow up.

           

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards.  The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute.  The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole.  Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

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The Observation Unit is a fast-paced 52 bed unit for both medical and surgical patients needing short-term care. As an extension of the ED, patients here have an anticipated discharge of about 24 - 48 hours; enough time to receive treatments and procedures before being discharged. Top diagnoses on Observation include Chest pain, Afib, Hypertension, PE/DVT, Abdominal pain, Trauma, TIA/CVA, CHF, Asthma/COPD, Vertigo, AFR/electrolyte abnormalities, Syncope, Hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia, and Pre/post procedure (cardiac cath, OR, pacer, ablation etc). This unit requires strong assessment skills and critical thinking, as patient's condition can change rapidly. 

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POSITION SUMMARY: Assume responsibility and accountability as defined by the American Nurses Association standards of nursing practice. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice is a newly licensed new to practice RN or RN with less than 15 months of experience that demonstrates basic safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice seeks guidance to integrate concepts, knowledge, skills and attitudes to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice exhibits Penn Medicine’s experience standards which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains.

The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice is accountable for the provision of direct care to patients who may range in age from infancy to the elderly and demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Teamwork and Technology/Informatics.

The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients.

The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and benefits from feedback while demonstrating growth in the ability to care for increasingly complex patients. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies.

The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice must complete all Clinical Nurse 1 competencies and is expected to advance to the Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague level by 18 months of professional practice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Incorporates the Lancaster General Health mission, vision and values into planning patient care.

• Functions as an independent and interdependent member of the health care team as defined in unit based Plan for Provision of Care.

• Performs patient assessments, focusing on physiologic, psychological, and cognitive functions. Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes and adapts the plan of care based on recognized trends and changes. Collects and manages comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.

• Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or issues. Formulates age-appropriate and culturally and ethically sensitive plan of care

• Implements care in a knowledgeable manner and coordinates patient care across several disciplines and among caregivers.

• Provides leadership to other members of the team by effectively communicating expected standards of care and encouraging and supporting team members and their contributions.

• Demonstrates an understanding of and a commitment to our values of privacy, quality, respect, service and teamwork.

• Assigns, delegates, and supervises other employees and intervenes as appropriate to assure that the plan of care is carried out, continuity of care is provided and that established outcomes are achieved through availability and appropriated utilization of human, material and financial resources.

• Educates patients about healthy practices and treatment modalities.

• Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices. Utilizes technology where appropriate.

• Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Manages rapidly changing situations following established protocols, coordinating and accessing appropriate health team members and resources, and documenting events.

• Participates in process improvement activities with an emphasis on increasing continuity in the nurse to patient relationship, minimizing rework and redundancies; constantly seeks ways to improve processes, increase efficiency, finds solutions to current situations or develops new methods and procedures.

• Completes mandatory education and training that includes review of age-specific needs, caring behaviors, and interpersonal skills as defined by unit based Plan for Provision of Care.

• Maintains a safe working environment through compliance with established evidence-based practice policies and procedures and timely reporting of safety variances.

• Projects pride in their work as exhibited in day-to-day interactions with staff, coworkers, patients and all those they come in contact with.

• Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.

• Provides supervision, including guidance, counseling and mentoring, to targeted peers and subordinates to enhance the learning experiences and improve the professional practice environment within the designated work setting.

• Participates in the employee performance process related to peers and subordinate team members; address employee problems, complaints, disputes or requests as the first level of supervision; evaluates their performance post hire.

• Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• RN licensure is required, issued by the PA Board of Nursing.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred . If ASN, must agree to complete BSN or higher nursing degree within 2 years of RN hire date.

• New hires who start their employment with a temporary practice permit must sit for their NCLEX within 60 days of starting in their RN role.

• A graduate registered nurse may only practice professional nursing under supervision and if the graduate registered nurse  holds a current temporary practice permit. Supervision means that a licensed registered nurse is physically present in the area or unit where the graduate registered nurse is practicing.

• ​For Magnet designated RN positions, BSN or higher level nursing degree is required for incumbents based upon previously established parameters; or within two (2) years of placement.

• All Clinical Nurse 1 RN’s will be required to successfully complete the Nurse Residency Program.

• CPR Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support, formerly Healthcare Provider (AHA Heart Saver courses for CPR are not accepted) required within 30 days of hire.

• A health care provider in good standing with Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state health insurance programs, i.e. not excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal or state health insurance program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• As outline in unit based Plan for Provision of Care

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards.  The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute.  The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole.  Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

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8 hours shifts with varied start times which can range from 0900-1300. Occasional weekend and Holiday shifts. Applicant should be aware that transportation of patients post procedure is a large portion of the job. This helps to maintain throughput in the department.

POSITION SUMMARY: Assists with the delivery of direct, non-licensed patient care in accordance with established methods and procedures, under the supervision and guidance of appropriate personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

Environment Management –

• Completes cleaning tasks utilizing OSHA standards. Performs maintenance and/or inventory of equipment according to unit/department standards.
• Practices standard precautions while handling contaminated items.
• Maintains unit order and efficiency.
• Maintains appearance of patient care areas and public areas.
• Maintains safe work environment.

Supply Management/Clerical –

• Orders and stocks supplies to meet the needs of the unit/department.
• Demonstrates an awareness of cost containment practices.
• Distributes supplies to appropriate areas according to unit/department standards.
• Demonstrates computer skills necessary to perform unit/department specific responsibilities.
• Depending on location may need to schedule patients and handle phone calls.

Patient Care/Safety –

• Documents accurately and timely, according to unit/department standards.
• Reports promptly unusual situations, reactions, effects or conditions related to patient care to the responsible person(s).
• Assist patients with personal hygiene needs and/or provide activities of daily living, comfort measures including changing linen, providing safe environment for mobility and ambulation, and maintaining a clean and orderly patient environment. 
• Safely assist in mobilizing, turning, and positioning of patients; including use of various assistive devices and mechanical lifts.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills when dealing with patients, family members and staff.
• Functions as a patient advocate by resolving patient/family concerns through appropriate actions.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.
• Answer patient call lights independently, promptly, and to the patient’s satisfaction; referring patient concerns to the RN or Nurse Manager. 
• Provide close observation and care safely for patients who require 1:1 observation. 
• Demonstrate proper responses to emergency situations.

Code of Conduct/Professionalism –

• Identifies learning needs and seeks available resources and opportunities.
• Completes assignments within designated shift.
• Responds promptly to requests for assistance.
• Respects patient rights and maintains strict confidentiality. 
• Communicates clearly, concisely and appropriately (verbal/written communications).
• Assumes personal responsibility for attendance to maintain unit/department function.
• Demonstrates concern and respect for others thoughts and feelings and handles conflicts in a positive manner.
• Able to prioritize continually

Clinical Skills –

• Maintains clinical skills necessary to perform duty/job.
• Demonstrates competency with procedures based on unit population and/or age-specific needs.
• Obtains and accurately documents all required patient information; reporting changes and abnormal findings to the RN in a timely fashion.
• Perform unit-specific lab tests as dictated by the Point of Care Testing lab standards (Glucose, stool, and emesis) record results, and report findings to the RN.  Perform quality control measures on unit assigned tests and equipment. 
• Properly label specimen(s) and form(s) for lab test completion. 
• Participates in achieving institution wide and unit based quality outcomes.
• Performs duty/job with appropriate level of independence.
• Performs duty/job with accuracy and efficiency.
• Accepts accountability, as an individual and as a team member for all services provided.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Completion of the educational requirements (additional formal education/training; maximum supervision for initial competency; high degree associated risk factors; yearly competency evaluation and training).
• AHA CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

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Job Title: Medical Technologist - 3rd shift

This position is located in Lancaster PA.

0.5 FTE, 20 hours per week. 8 or 10 hour shifts available. Flexible scheduling for weekend rotation such as every 4th weekend, every other, or every 3rd weekend. Ten hour shifts would be 2200 - 0830 or 2030- 0700, 8 hours shifts would be 2215-0645 (can be flexible on scheduled hours). Holidays are 2-3 per year

Rotation in blood bank is expect

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs routine and special diagnostic test procedures, as well as supporting Quality Control and documentation, function verification, instrument maintenance, associated specimen collection, and clerical work as required. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

Performs and documents Quality Control.  Verifies functioning of instruments.

• Performs initial evaluation and handling of incoming specimens: separation, centrifugation and preservation procedures; sorts and organizes specimen batches.

• Organizes, labels and numbers specimen, worksheets, and appropriate test materials in test set-up.  Measures and dispenses specimens and reagents in test system.

• Monitors manual functions of test system and instruments to assure accuracy and precision; performs and runs standards, patient samples, programmed controls through automated or manual protocols.

• Records and evaluates programmed quality control results according to established control limits; follows corrective action procedures for out-of-control situations.

• May perform periodic QC review.

• Enters test results and related data into laboratory computer and into logbook after controls are evaluated and found to be within limits; calls "alert values" to appropriate caregivers.  Accurately reports test results, understanding the inter-relationships between patient condition, medication and timing of specimen collection.

• May perform competency assessments.

• May provide orientation training to testing personnel.

• Performs routine scheduled maintenance, cleaning and decontamination of instruments, equipment, and work areas not cleaned by Environmental Services personnel.

• Exhibits appropriate professionalism and work ethic in accordance with Core Values.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Answers telephone, takes requests for collection, information (patient preparation, interpretation of doctors' orders), telephone reports to nursing stations and/or doctors' offices when requested or when results of test warrant immediate notification.  Searches for reports either in computer, work sheets or files.

• Reports outdating reagent supplies, replenishes and rotates lab stock of consumable materials.  Orders additional stock when needed.  Prepares reagent solutions as directed.  Logs incoming supplies.

• Observes, reports unusual situations, reactions, and conditions to responsible person.  Evaluates and implements corrective actions as indicated, within scope of experience.

• Participates in structured and informal in-service and continuing education activities inside and outside the department to maintain current knowledge in related medical areas and interpersonal relationship.

• Accepts assignment to weekend and holiday rotation, occasional "stat" call-in, to maintain workflow as required.         

• Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.  

• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma / GED.

• Completion of a medical lab science program or medical lab technician.

• ​MT, MLT or issued by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists equivalent or eligible to take such exam.  May have Laboratory area specific certification.

• One (1) year of clinical internship or Laboratory experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

ATTENTION/CONCENTRATION - The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to focus on certain aspects of current experience and reject others: 

​The position requires the ability to attend to more than one aspect of a situation simultaneously.  It is highly likely that multiple task demands are going to be required of the individual at the same time.

NEW LEARNING AND MEMORY - The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to learn and retain material:

Job demands are only moderately routine and predictable.  Minor changes may occur which require the individual to be able to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved instructions.

PROBLEM SOLVING, REASONING AND CREATIVE THINKING - The following level of ability that is essential for the jobholder to think (in order to solve a problem) by combining two or more elements from past experience or imaginative thought:

The position deals with issues or problems that often require thoughtful reasoning before arriving at approaches or solutions.  Some independent thought, planning or origination of options and solutions is necessary.  The individual must have the ability to apply principles of reasoning and problem solving to resolve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

APTITUDES:  The following are essential requirements of the position in relation to job-worker situations.  These items describe how a worker must adapt, adjust, conform or act:

Repetitive work:  Ability to continuously perform the same type of work for extended periods of time, according to set procedures, sequence or pace.

Performing under stressful conditions:  Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or in situations in which working speed and sustained attention are critical aspects of the job; to be subject to danger or risk, or to tension as a regular, consistent part of the job.

Communication:  Ability to exchange information with others clearly and concisely; to present ideas, facts and technical information.

Interpersonal relations:  Ability to maintain relationships that facilitate task accomplishment; to cooperate and resolve conflicts; to recognize needs and be sensitive of others.

EQUIPMENT USAGE REQUIREMENTS

Equipment/Tools: Computer, Phone, Copier, Printer, Fax, Office Supplies, Gamma counter, TDX, commander, IMX, centrifuge, intercom, calculator, vacuum pump, incubator, rotators, pipettes.

Software: Microsoft Office Products, LIS, Gamma counter, commander.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Rarely 0-10%; Occasionally 11-35%; Frequently 36-70%; Continuously 71-100%

Body Position/Movement:

• Sit: Frequently

• Stand: Frequently

• Walk: Occasionally

• Bend: Rarely

• Push: Rarely

• Pull: Rarely

• Kneel/Squat: Rarely

• Reach: Frequently

• Twist: Rarely

• Balance: Rarely

• Climb: Rarely

Lifting: Degree of physical exertion is: Light, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.

Sensory Abilities specifically required:

• Vision

• Hearing

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position involves exposure to the following harmful elements:

• Bio hazardous Waste

• Blood borne Pathogens

• Extreme Noise Levels

• Moving/Rotating Machinery

• Radioactive Agents

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards.  The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute.  The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole.  Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

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0.6 FTE Lab Assistant position. Variable hours on 2nd shift, 1400-2330. May have to work occasional Holiday or Weekend.

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POSITION SUMMARY:

As outlined in the Essential Functions, duties vary by assigned area.  Duties may include: performing waived and moderately complex test procedures, supporting Quality Control and documentation, resulting newborn screens and data entering the resulting, function verification, instrument maintenance, associated specimen collection and clerical work.  Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: neonatal ( birth to 30 days), pediatric ( 30 days through 12 years), adolescent ( 13 through 18 years), adult ( 19 through 64 years), and geriatric ( 65 years and above).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to be responsible to  perform the following duties:

Laboratory Technician duties fall into one of the following categories/areas:

• Micro Immunology-Allergy Testing;
• Reference Testing (Send-outs); or
• Point of Care Testing.

Micro Immunology-Allergy Testing:

• Performs waived and moderately complex test procedures.
• Performs and documents Quality Control.  Verifies functioning of instruments.
• Performs initial evaluation and handling of incoming specimens:  separation, centrifugation and preservation procedures: sorts and organizes specimen batches.
• Organize, labels and numbers specimen, worksheets and appropriate test materials in test set up. 
• Measures and dispenses specimens and reagents in test system.
• Calls,  results and documents “critical” values.
• Monitors manual functions of test system and instruments to assure accuracy and precision; performs and runs standards, patient samples, programmed controls through automated or manual protocols.
• Records and evaluates programmed quality control results according to established control limits; follows corrective action procedures for out of control situations.
• Accurately enters test results and related data into Laboratory and other computer systems. 
• Reports and monitors test results in computer systems, troubleshooting when necessary.
• Performs routine scheduled maintenance, cleaning and decontamination of instruments, equipment and work area not cleaned by Environmental Services personnel.
• Advise locations on specimen collection/requirements.
• Exhibits appropriate professionalism and work ethic in accordance with Experience Standards.

OR:

Reference Testing (Send-outs):

• Performs initial evaluation and handling of incoming specimens:  separation, centrifugation and preservation procedures: sorts and organizes specimen batches.
• Organize, labels and numbers specimen, worksheets and appropriate test materials in test set up. 
• Calls, results and documents “critical” values.
• Accurately enters test results and related data into Laboratory and other computer systems. 
• Performs Hazardous Shipping packaging.
• Advise locations on specimen collection/requirements.
• Research testing done outside of the organization.  Give guidance on specimen collection and transportation.
• Exhibits appropriate professionalism and work ethic in accordance with Experience Standards.

OR:

Point of Care Testing:

• Checks Quality Control logs for frequency compliance.  Verifies functioning of instruments.
• Monitors manual functions of test system and instruments to assure accuracy and precision; performs and runs standards, patient samples, programmed controls through automated or manual protocols.
• Records and evaluates programmed quality control results according to established control limits; follows corrective action procedures for out of control situations.
• Resulting newborn screens and data enters the resulting.
• Accurately enters test results and related data into Laboratory and other computer systems.
• Performs routine scheduled maintenance, cleaning and decontamination of instruments, equipment and work area not cleaned by Environmental Services personnel.
• Exhibits appropriate professionalism and work ethic in accordance with Experience Standards.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above

• Answers telephone, takes requests for collection information, calls reports to nursing stations and doctors offices.
• Reports outdating reagent supplies, replenishes and rotates lab stock of consumable materials.  Logs incoming supplies.
• Accepts assignment to weekend and holiday rotation to maintain workflow as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• For Reference Testing (Send-outs) role, certification in Hazardous Shipping packaging required within six (6) months of placement in position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Six (6) months employment in healthcare setting.
• Six  (6) months receptionist/clerical/data entry in healthcare setting with medical terminology and computer experience.
• Ability to perform tasks using Microsoft windows, Word, Excel  and other applicable computer programs.

COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

Attention/Concentration: The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to focus on certain aspects of current experience and reject others.

The position requires the ability to attend to more than one aspect of a situation simultaneously.  It is highly likely that multiple task demands are going to be required of the individual at the same time.

New Learning and Memory: The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to learn and retain material. 

Job demands are only moderately routine and predictable.  Minor changes may occur which require the individual to be able to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved instructions.

Problem Solving, Reasoning and Creative Thinking: The following level of ability that is essential for the jobholder to think (in order to solve a problem) by combining two or more elements from past experience or imaginative thought. 

The position deals with issues or problems that often require thoughtful reasoning before arriving at approaches or solutions.  Some independent thought, planning or origination of options and solutions is necessary.  The individual must have the ability to apply principles of reasoning and problem solving to resolve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

APTITUDES:  The following are essential requirements of the position in relation to job-worker situations.  These items describe how a worker must adapt, adjust, conform or act.

Repetitive work: Ability to continuously perform the same type of work for extended periods of time, according to set procedures, sequence or pace.

Performing under stressful conditions: Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or in situations in which working speed and sustained attention are critical aspects of the job. Is subject to danger or risk, or to tension as a regular, consistent part of the job.

Variety and change: Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure involving significant differences in technologies, techniques, procedures, environmental factors, physical demands, or work situations.

Communication:  Ability to exchange information with others clearly and concisely; to present ideas, facts and technical information.

Interpersonal relations: Ability to maintain relationships that facilitate task accomplishment; to cooperate and resolve conflicts; to recognize needs and be sensitive of others.

EQUIPMENT USAGE REQUIREMENTS

Equipment/Tools: Computer, Phone, Copier, Printer, Fax, Centrifuge, clinical instrumentation and devices and Office Supplies.

Software: Microsoft Office Products, LIS, Care 360, UNIPOC and RALS.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Rarely 0-10%; Occasionally 11-35%; Frequently 36-70%; Continuously 71-100%

Body Position/Movement:

• Sit: Frequently
• Stand: Frequently
• Walk: Frequently
• Bend: Frequently
• Push: Rarely
• Pull: Rarely
• Kneel/Squat:Rarely
• Reach: Frequently
• Twist: Rarely
• Balance:Rarely
• Climb:Rarely

Lifting: Degree of physical exertion is:  Light, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.

Sensory Abilities specifically required:

• Vision
• Hearing
• Touch/Feeling

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position involves exposure to the following harmful elements:

• Bio hazardous Waste
• Blood borne Pathogens
• Chemicals
• Moving/Rotating Machinery

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards.  The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute.  The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole.  Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

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LOCATION: Lancaster, PA
HOURS: Full time (36 hours a week). Night Shift (7pm-7am). Every third weekend and every other holiday.
SIGN ON BONUS: Up to $15,000 (based on FTE), with 2 year commitment. Eligibility rules apply, including 18 months or greater RN experience (external applicants only).

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0.8 evening shift 1100-0300. 48 hours biweekly. Weekend and holiday rotation required.

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POSITION SUMMARY: Serves as an assistant to the Emergency Department (ED) under the direct supervision of the RN in providing patient care in the Emergency Department setting. The Emergency Department tech will augment and perform a variety of  direct and indirect patient care duties in order to help provide for the total needs of patients in the Emergency Department. Adheres to Nursing Policies and Procedures and Organizational Goals and Objectives. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Provides age appropriate care for the patient population served.  For example, gives consideration to growth & developmental phase of life, to age related factors such as thermal regulation, nutrition, safety and functional needs of the patient.
• Uses appropriate resources for patients with special needs such as language barriers, sensory problems, altered cognition, cultural and religious needs.
• Assists with patient care by preparing patients for exam and treatment: brings patient into appropriate care area as directed, assists with undressing patient per protocol or exposing area for exam as protocols dictate.
• Integrates principles of infection control & infection prevention into practice.
• Stocks patient rooms with supplies and removes outdated items.
• Sets up equipment and procedure trays (using sterile and/or unsterile techniques) as necessary to assist physicians and Physician assistants in preparation for suturing and other emergency department procedures (splinting and casting, pelvic examinations).
• Responds to Trauma, Stroke ,and Code R activations assisting with patient care
• Bathes patients and provides assistance with hygiene.  Changes incontinent patients promptly and provides appropriate skin care.
• Empties bedpans, urinals, commodes, and assists patient to the bathroom.
• Distributes nourishments as scheduled.
• Measures and records intake and output.
• Positions patients correctly, aligns and supports torso and limbs as directed and per patient comfort. Transports patients via wheelchair or stretcher using safety measures appropriate for patient and vehicle.
• Makes hourly rounds for patient safety and customer service. Responds to patient call lights in a timely manner.
• Assists visitors to the unit in finding patient rooms, staff members and other resources. Checks with the RN as necessary for visitors
• Properly collect and label specimen(s) for lab completion
• Inventories patient belongings at admission, transfer and discharge.  
• Provides 1:1 patient supervision in “Sitter” role for patient safety and suicide precautions.
• Communicates clearly and with courtesy with all members of healthcare team, following lines of authority, as appropriate.
• Keeps track of patient location, communicates to RN, other healthcare providers and patient’s family.
• May perform the following per policies and clinical protocols (but not limited to):
  • 12 Lead EKG
  • ear and eye irrigations
  • visual acuity screenings
  • wound care, dressing and ice packs
  • pacemaker interrogation tests
  • ETOH testing
  • splinting,  Hare traction, crutch teaching, cane and walker education for patients
  • vital signs and weights measurement
  •  chest leads for patients on cardiac monitoring, and performs basic troubleshooting, such as replacing loose or missing electrodes. 
  • LUCAS Device to ensure successful Compressions required for CPR
  • cardiac monitor for hardwire cardiac monitoring systems.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Serves as a preceptor and mentor for new employees.
• Assists patients with meals, feeds patients as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Previous training or experience in a position in a healthcare setting

• Basic computer skills with ability to complete data entry on clinical documentation screens.
• CPR certification.
• ACT 73 - PA State Clearances

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Phlebotomy and EKG skills.
• Training and/or experience at an acute care or skilled nursing facility or student nurse with hospital based clinical experience. 
• Safe Patient Handling education.

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1.0 FTE, M - F, 5:00am - 1:30pm, with occasional weekend, evening & holiday coverage.

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POSITION SUMMARY: Transport laundry, storeroom supplies, bulk items, documents and equipment to various LGH facilities and locations. Coordinates the transfer of material and equipment to the offsite warehouse storage.  Work with dispatch to satisfy Material Move and Storage tickets. Provide support in the collection of and transport of blood and related equipment for the blood bank. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Operates an LGH owned truck or other assigned vehicle to drive from the Suburban Outpatient Pavilion or Duke Street hospital to various facilities and satellite offices for delivery of bulk items such as laundry, documents, storeroom supplies, and equipment.
• Laundry route – Delivers clean laundry to various LGH locations.  Picks up soiled laundry at various LGH locations and delivers it to the laundry service at the Duke Street hospital.  Returns empty laundry carts back to the  laundry service.
• Blood drives - Transports equipment and supplies to the blood drive location. Assist with the set-up of equipment at the blood drive location.  During the blood drive, transports collected blood to the blood bank.  Removes equipment from the blood drive location after the blood drive and returns it to storage. 
• Warehouse storage - Transports and delivers various items from the storage warehouse to LGH facilities.
• Supports Courier dispatcher with satisfying all Material Move & Storage requests tickets. Transport items from LGH facilities to the warehouse storage location.
• Retrieves Emergency Response Material from the off-site warehouse storage.  Understands the type of supplies and equipment requested for the Emergency Response and the location of these items in the warehouse storage area.
• Adheres to an assigned time window for each scheduled stop to ensure timely delivery of items.  Utilizes route sheets that lists predetermined stops with specific locations and pick-up time.
• Records appropriate information regarding deliveries on the truck route sheet.
• Understands proper specimen handling procedures to avoid contact with potential bio-hazardous materials and to maintain specimen integrity. Follows proper procedures during a spill to contain potential bio-hazardous materials and contacts proper authorities.
• Receives text messages and/or phone calls to perform extra pick-ups “will-call” as required. Changing priorities and/or requesting other drivers to assist.  Helps to coordinate courier services through direct contact with other courier staff members and communicating with the clients and other LGH members.
• Required to drive in adverse conditions including various types of weather

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Organizes items for delivery during stops.
• Maintains appearance and condition of the truck. Fills and maintains proper fuel levels in the truck
• Avoids traffic, construction and other route issues through knowledge of the area and alternate routes. 
• Reports all existing and potential problems with the truck to the resource team leader or supervisor.
• Perform other duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•  Ability to pass and maintain the DOT physical certification.
• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid PA driver’s license.
• Four years experience operating a motor vehicle
• Two year experience operating a box truck preferred.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred.

COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

ATTENTION/CONCENTRATION ‑ The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to focus on certain aspects of current experience and reject others: 

• The position requires the ability to attend to a specific stimulus without being distracted by extraneous environmental stimuli.  The individual must be able to attend to environmental detail with the ability to separate essential from non-essential or irrelevant stimuli.  The attention skills required are generally considered to be automatic--passive, but focused with an intact capacity for select perception.

NEW LEARNING AND MEMORY ‑ The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to learn and retain material:

• Demands on memory and for processing new information are minimal.  The individual must have the ability to understand or carry out simple instructions.

PROBLEM SOLVING, REASONING AND CREATIVE THINKING ‑ The following level of ability that is essential for the jobholder to think (in order to solve a problem) by combining two or more elements from past experience or imaginative thought:

• The requirement for autonomous problem solving or creativity of thought in the position is minimal.  Problems encountered tend to involve a few concrete variables in or from standardized situations.  Typically involves adhering to a chart or set procedure.

TEMPERAMENTS:  The following are essential requirements of the position in relation to job‑worker situations.  These items describe how a worker must adapt, adjust, conform or act:

Repetitive work: Ability to continuously perform the same type of work for extended periods of time, according to set procedures, sequence or pace.

Working within tolerances, set limits or standards:  Ability to adapt to situations requiring the precise attainment of set limits, tolerances, or standards; to be precise, thorough, exacting, or meticulous in regard to material worked; or in activities such as numerical determinations, record preparation, or inspecting.

Communication:  Ability to exchange information with others clearly and concisely; to present ideas, facts and technical information.

Interpersonal relations:  Ability to maintain relationships that facilitate task accomplishment; to cooperate and resolve conflicts; to recognize needs and be sensitive of others.

EQUIPMENT USAGE REQUIREMENTS

Equipment/Tools: large box truck, hand truck, electric hand truck, cell phone, telephone, hand held scanner

Software:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Rarely 0-10%; Occasionally 11-35%; Frequently 36-70%; Continuously 71-100%

Body Position/Movement:

• Sit: Frequently
• Stand: Rarely
• Walk: Frequently
• Bend: Rarely
• Push: Occasionally
• Pull: Occasionally
• Kneel/Squat: Rarely
• Reach: Frequently
• Twist: Rarely
• Balance: Rarely
• Climb: Occasionally

Lifting: Degree of physical exertion is:

Moderate, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Sensory Abilities specifically required:

• Vision
• Hearing

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position involves exposure to the following harmful elements:

• Blood borne Pathogens
• Chemicals
• Extreme Noise Levels
• Extreme Temperatures

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards.  The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute.  The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole.  Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

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LOCATION: Lancaster, PA
HOURS: Part time (26 hours a week). Day shift (7am-7pm) Every third weekend and rotating holidays.

POSITION SUMMARY: Assume responsibility and accountability as defined by the American Nurses Association standards of nursing practice. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates

safe practice within the organizational professional practice model.

The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague exhibits Penn Medicine’s experience standards which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly.

The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork.

The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients.

The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague seeks feedback in assuming leadership roles and provides feedback for improved clinical practice. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Incorporates the Lancaster General Health mission, vision and values into planning patient care.

• Functions as an independent and interdependent member of the health care team as defined in unit based Plan for Provision of Care.

• Performs patient assessments, focusing on physiologic, psychological, and cognitive functions. Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes and adapts the plan of care based on recognized trends and changes. Collects and manages comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.

• Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or issues. Formulates age-appropriate and culturally and ethically sensitive plan of care

• Implements care in a knowledgeable manner and coordinates patient care across several disciplines and among caregivers.

• Provides leadership to other members of the team by effectively communicating expected standards of care and encouraging and supporting team members and their contributions.

• Demonstrates an understanding of and a commitment to our values of privacy, quality, respect, service and teamwork.

• Assigns, delegates, and supervises other employees and intervenes as appropriate to assure that the plan of care is carried out, continuity of care is provided and that established outcomes are achieved through availability and appropriated utilization of human, material and financial resources.

• Educates patients about healthy practices and treatment modalities.

• Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices. Utilizes technology where appropriate.

• Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Manages rapidly changing situations following established protocols, coordinating and accessing appropriate health team members and resources, and documenting events.

• Participates in process improvement activities with an emphasis on increasing continuity in the nurse to patient relationship, minimizing rework and redundancies; constantly seeks ways to improve processes, increase efficiency, finds solutions to current situations or develops new methods and procedures.

• Completes mandatory education and training that includes review of age-specific needs, caring behaviors, and interpersonal skills as defined by unit based Plan for Provision of Care.

• Maintains a safe working environment through compliance with established evidence-based practice policies and procedures and timely reporting of safety variances.

• Projects pride in their work as exhibited in day-to-day interactions with staff, coworkers, patients and all those they come in contact with.

• Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.

• Provides supervision, including guidance, counseling and mentoring, to targeted peers and subordinates to enhance the learning experiences and improve the professional practice environment within the designated work setting.

• Participates in the employee performance process related to peers and subordinate team members; address employee problems, complaints, disputes or requests as the first level of supervision; evaluates their performance post hire.

• Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• RN licensure is required, issued by the PA Board of Nursing.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher level nursing degree is required. For Magnet designated RN positions, BSN or higher level nursing degree is required for incumbents based upon previously established parameters; or within two (2) years of placement in position for incumbents who started after 07/01/2020.

• Completion of the Nurse Residency Program or more than 15 months of practice.

• CPR Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support, formerly Healthcare Provider (AHA Heart Saver courses for CPR are not accepted) required within 30 days of hire.

• ACLS Certification

• A health care provider in good standing with Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state health insurance programs, i.e. not excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal or state health insurance program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• As outlined in unit based Plan for Provision of Care.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards.  The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute.  The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole.  Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely. #LI-LJ1

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.6 FTE

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Care Connections is searching for a full time physician to see patients in our unique practice serving patients with chronic medical conditions. Primary care providers see patients in both outpatient, inpatient and home care settings. Our holistic approach to patient care allows us to focus on patient well-being and provider satisfaction. Our physicians enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule, dayshift only, with minimal call.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Provide ambulatory, home, and inpatient to patients in the High Risk Medical Pilot
• Attend to patients enrolled in the program in the hospital on a daily basis in a consultative fashion
• Take night call in rotation with other medical staff to provide 24/7 coverage for patients via phone.

• Team based care with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists, and other health care providers.
• Consults with patients to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
• Recommends and orders tests to determine extent of illness or help diagnose condition.
• Monitors lab results, medication adherence and medication toxicities.
• Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccinations, and other medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
• Explain and discuss procedures, test results, or prescribed treatment with the patient.
• Refers patients to medical specialists when necessary.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Attend daily and weekly team meetings; provide medical care plan consultation during meetings.
• Provides clinical and didactic teaching to residents, medical students and staff on related topics and issues.
• Monitor financial performance of the practice as well as utilization of all patients enrolled thru the practice. 
• Represents the practice at Hospital/LGHP committees in such a manner that the burden of attending the meetings is reasonably distributed among all of the physicians in the group.
• Assists in recruiting and interviewing of new providers and staff to the practice.
• Acquires the necessary CME credits and takes the certification examination to maintain re-certification status.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)
• Completion of Internal Medicine Residency or Family Medicine Residency.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Internal/Family Medicine.
• Current medical licensure issued by PA State Board of Medicine or the PA State Board of Osteopathic Medicine.
• A health care provider in good standing with Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state health insurance programs, i.e. not excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal or state health insurance program.

COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

ATTENTION/CONCENTRATION – The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to focus on certain aspects of current experience and reject others:              

• The position requires strong concentration skills.  The individual must have the ability to voluntarily sustain concentration to a task over an extended period of time as a result of an effortful and usually deliberate heightened and focused state of attention.

NEW LEARNING AND MEMORY – The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to learn and retain material:                              

• A large portion of this position required reliance on verbal memory and new learning.  Efficiency in processing of verbal information, either in written or spoken form, is a major requirement and prerequisite of the job.  The individual must be able to attend to and process multiple bits of information simultaneously.  The individual must be able to organize and categorize this information effectively so that later recall is feasible.

PROBLEM SOLVING, REASONING AND CREATIVE THINKING – The following level of ability that is essential for the jobholder to think (in order to solve a problem) by combining two or more elements from past experience or imaginative thought:

• The position required much autonomy of thought and problem solving.  The individual must be able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems.  The individual must be able to think abstractly, which is manifested in the ability to form concepts, use categories, generalize from single instances, apply procedural rules and general principles, and be aware of subtle or intrinsic aspects of a problem.  The development of hypothesis and potential solutions to problems involves careful interpretation, analysis and diagnosis.  The individual must be able to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  The individual must be able to think creatively with a degree of inventiveness, experimentation and intuition.  They must be able to deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables.

APTITUDES:  The following are essential requirements of the position in relation to job-worker situations.  These items describe how a worker must adapt, adjust, conform or act:

Leadership, control and planning: Ability to accept responsibility for leadership, direction, control, planning, negotiating, organizing, directing, supervising, formulating practices, or making final decisions.

Repetitive work: Ability to continuously perform the same type of work for extended periods of time, according to set procedures, sequence or pace.

Performing under stressful conditions: Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or in situations in which working speed and sustained attention are critical aspects of the job. Is subject to danger or risk, or to tension as a regular, consistent part of the job.

Variety and change: Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure involving significant differences in technologies, techniques, procedures, environmental factors, physical demands, or work situations.

Communication:  Ability to exchange information with others clearly and concisely; to present ideas, facts and technical information.

Interpersonal relations: Ability to maintain relationships that facilitate task accomplishment; to cooperate and resolve conflicts; to recognize needs and be sensitive of others.

EQUIPMENT USAGE REQUIREMENTS

Equipment/Tools: Computer, Phone, Copier, Printer, Fax, Office Supplies

Software: Microsoft Office Products, Basic computer skills and competency on the hospital information management system.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Rarely 0-10%; Occasionally 11-35%; Frequently 36-70%; Continuously 71-100%

Body Position/Movement:

• Sit: Occasionally
• Stand: Frequently
• Walk: Frequently
• Bend: Rarely
• Push: Occasionally
• Pull: Occasionally
• Kneel/Squat: Rarely
• Reach: Frequently
• Twist: Rarely
• Balance: Rarely
• Climb: Rarely

Lifting: Degree of physical exertion is:

Moderate, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Sensory Abilities specifically required:

• Vision
• Hearing

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position involves exposure to the following harmful elements:

• Blood borne Pathogens

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards.  The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute.  The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole.  Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

Benefits At A Glance:

PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to employees:

• Tuition Assistance available for Employees and Dependents
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Shift, Weekend and On-Call Differentials
• Health, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account with Company Matching
• Child Care Subsidies
• Onsite Gym and Fitness Classes

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PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

Search Firm Representatives please read carefully: PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH as a result of the referral or through other means.

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Monday through Friday 8 to 4:30 with required work two evenings until 7pm. No weekends for holidays.

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Assists the Physical Therapist in patient-related activity by performing Physical Therapy procedures and selected tests and measurements which are delegated by the Physical Therapist and which are commensurate with a Physical Therapist Assistant's education preparation and experience.   Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: pediatric (30 days through 12 years), adolescent (13 through 18 years), adult (19 through 64 years), and geriatric (65 years and above).

LOCATION: Suburban Outpatient Pavilion

HOURS: Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm two required evenings until 7:00pm. No weekends or Holidays

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Implements treatment procedures in accordance with goals and plan programs established by and under the supervision of the evaluating Physical Therapist.  Maintains an understanding of the patient's history, precautions, contraindications, diagnosis, goals, potential, and pertinent information that would affect treatment.

• Communicates with patient, family members and other team members to explain the rationale of the treatment plan.

• Supervises the patient's use of all equipment and takes the necessary precautions in implementing the prescribed treatment.

• Monitors through subjective and objective measurements the patient's response to intervention, and reports to the supervising Physical Therapist if alteration in treatment program is indicated.

• Maintains the proper documentation in patient's records of treatment.  Follows billing and reimbursement procedures according to departmental and regulatory guidelines.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Assists with maintenance and monitoring of work schedule.

• Assists with general housekeeping to provide a clean, comfortable, orderly, and safe environment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• An Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant is required, issued by an American Physical Therapy Association-approved program.  Also, the individual must be a Registered Physical Therapy Assistant, issued by the State Board of Physical Therapy.
• CPR certification required.

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1.0 FTE, M - F, 8:30am - 5:00p, Occasional weekend, evening & holiday

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POSITION SUMMARY: Drives daily from the Suburban Outpatient Pavilion to LGH facilities, physicians' offices and satellites locations in a hospital vehicle, transporting specimens to the core laboratory department for analysis and testing. Transport laundry, storeroom supplies, bulk items, documents and equipment to various LGH facilities and locations.  Makes approximately 30 pick-ups/stops per 8 hr. shift. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Operates an LGH owned vehicle to drive from the Suburban Outpatient Pavilion or the Duke Street hospital to various LGH facilities and physicians' offices for pickup of patient specimens and other materials to be analyzed by the core laboratory.
• Adheres to an assigned time window for each scheduled stop to ensure specimen integrity when delivering to the core lab.  Utilizes route sheets that lists predetermined stops with specific locations and pick-up time.
• Understands proper specimen handling procedures to avoid contact with potential bio-hazardous materials and to maintain specimen integrity. Follows proper procedures during a spill to contain potential bio-hazardous materials and contacts proper authorities.  
• Communicates with the client during each stop regarding specimen quantity, location and availability.
• Records appropriate information on the route sheets including the number and type of specimens collected, the type of documents delivered and picked up, supplies delivered, the “will call’s” added and mileage traveled during the route.  
• Drives to and from various LGH facilities, physicians' offices and satellites for delivery of items such as laundry, documents, storeroom supplies, and small equipment.
• Prepares the coolers used to transport the specimens to the core lab. There are several type of coolers prepared depending on the temperature requirements of the specimen being transported.
• Drives in adverse conditions and various types of weather.
• Monitors and reports all problems arising during transportation concerning specimen preservation and condition of courier vehicles. Reports these concerns to resource team leader or supervisor.
• Receives text messages and/or calls to perform extra pick-ups “will-call” as required. Changing priorities and/or requesting other drivers to assist.  Helps to coordinate courier services through direct contact with other courier staff members and communicating with the clients and other LGH members.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Organizes items for delivery during route stops.
• Maintains appearance and condition of the courier vehicle. Fills and maintains proper fuel levels in the courier vehicles.
• Reports all problems and potential problems with the vehicle to the resource team leader or supervisor.
• Ability to avoid traffic, construction and other issues through knowledge of area roads and alternate routes.
• Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.
• Performs other job duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•  High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid PA driver’s license.  
• Two (2) years of operating a motor vehicle.

COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

ATTENTION/CONCENTRATION - The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to focus on certain aspects of current experience and reject others: 

•           The position requires the ability to attend to more than one aspect of a situation simultaneously.  It is highly likely that multiple task demands are going to be required of the individual at the same time.

NEW LEARNING AND MEMORY - The following level of ability is essential for the jobholder to learn and retain material:

•           The position requires that an individual be able to learn new tasks quickly and effectively.  Job requirements change frequently.  The ability to understand and carry out detailed, involved instructions is mandatory.

PROBLEM SOLVING, REASONING AND CREATIVE THINKING - The following level of ability that is essential for the jobholder to think (in order to solve a problem) by combining two or more elements from past experience or imaginative thought:

•           The position requires the ability to evaluate existing options to resolve a presenting problem.  The resolutions or options are clearly defined, limited in number and are altered infrequently.  Selection of the most appropriate solution is based on well-established and defined guidelines.

TEMPERAMENTS:  The following are essential requirements of the position in relation to job-worker situations.  These items describe how a worker must adapt, adjust, conform or act:

Repetitive work:  Ability to continuously perform the same type of work for extended periods of time, according to set procedures, sequence or pace.

Working within tolerances, set limits or standards:  Ability to adapt to situations requiring the precise attainment of set limits, tolerances, or standards; to be precise, thorough, exacting, or meticulous in regard to material worked; or in activities such as numerical determinations, record preparation, or inspecting.

Performing under stressful conditions:  Ability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or in situations in which working speed and sustained attention are critical aspects of the job; to be subject to danger or risk, or to tension as a regular, consistent part of the job.

Variety and change:  Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure involving significant differences in technologies, techniques, procedures, environmental factors, physical demands, or work situations.

Communication:  Ability to exchange information with others clearly and concisely; to present ideas, facts and technical information.

Planning and control:  Ability to identify task requirements and monitor progress toward accomplishment.

Interpersonal relations:  Ability to maintain relationships that facilitate task accomplishment; to cooperate and resolve conflicts; to recognize needs and be sensitive of others.

EQUIPMENT USAGE REQUIREMENTS

Equipment/Tools: courier vehicles, cargo vans, telephone, cell phone, coolers, hand carts, computer, plate jack, deicer, window scraper, shovel, spill kit

Software: N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Rarely 0-10%; Occasionally 11-35%; Frequently 36-70%; Continuously 71-100%

Body Position/Movement:

• Sit: Frequently
• Stand: Frequently
• Walk: Frequently
• Bend: Rarely
• Push: Occasionally
• Pull: Occasionally
• Kneel/Squat: Rarely
• Reach: Frequently
• Twist: Rarely
• Balance: Rarely
• Climb: Occasionally

Lifting: Degree of physical exertion is:

Heavy, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Sensory Abilities specifically required:

• Vision
• Hearing

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position involves exposure to the following harmful elements:

• Bio hazardous Waste
• Blood borne Pathogens
• Extreme Noise Levels
• Moving/Rotating Machinery
• Radioactive Agents

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.  It is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job evaluations, and for establishing performance standards.  The percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and should not be considered absolute.  The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole.  Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.

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