Jobs in Emmaus, PA

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Medical Assistant - Neurology
Salary not disclosed
Center Valley 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Medical Assistant, Practice Operations' primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery of healthcare support for the practice.

The Medical Assistant is a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services by conferring with the provider.

Completes pre-charting of all value-based pieces up to five days prior to patient’s appointment.

Sends messages to the Care Team, when warranted.

Responsible for preparing patients for examination and escorting them into the exam room.

Preparation includes the following: height, weight and vital signs; update medication list; update allergies in record; update personal, family and social history; inquire about smoking status; obtain the reason for the visit.

Assists in capturing demographic information.

Provides other patient care services as needed/directed: keeps exam rooms clean; maintains clinical supplies in exam rooms; cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments; gives injections or immunizations within State guidelines.

Communicates and coordinates with providers or Care Team regarding hospital discharge, Emergency Department visits, consulting physicians, community resources, disease management, patient self-management, patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, and labs or other testing as well as specialist visits.

Actively participates in department activities; attends departmental meetings; actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified; analyzes current procedures.

Responsible to dispose Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol.

Maintains vaccine temperature logs, inventory and ordering of medical supplies (i.e.: vaccines, medications), disposing of expired sample medication, and stocking rooms to set par levels.

Performs other administrative tasks (e.g.

check-in and check-out functions, opening and closing office procedures, etc...) as needed.

Brings suggestions for improvement to the attention of Practice Managers and Providers for consideration.

Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives.

Other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at time).

Occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds.

Occasionally push wheelchairs with patients weighing up to 325 pounds.

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program required.

Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting is preferred.

Customer service experience is strongly preferred.

BLS/CPR: Current or within 60 days of hire; through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Where applicable, a 30/60/90 day on-boarding checklist will be completed during the on-boarding process for new or transferred employees to confirm mastery of skills relevant to the service line.

This on-boarding checklist will be acknowledged by practice leadership or a provider when appropriate; records will be retained at the practice location.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Outpatient Care Manager Star Community Health Registered Nurse
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Allentown 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Outpatient Care Manager, Registered Nurse, is responsible for providing care management services to outpatients and their families as directed by the policies and procedures of the entity and Outpatient Care Management Department.

The OP CM RN provides professionally established methods of assessing a patient's status of chronic and acute illnesses and assists patients and families in resolving problem areas and connects them with other members of the care team with a goal of assisting patients with self-management.

Responsible for the medical complexity of patient care as it relates to medical stability and wellness, the OP CM RN collaborates with both health care and community partners to address and promote self-management of care needs.

The OP CM RN also collaborates with the Outpatient Care Manager SW, and other members of the Care Management team as needed to address the social needs of the medically complex patient.

The OP CM RN works on a hybrid schedule and may need to see patients in an office setting as needed.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides assessment, care planning and intervention to patients and caregivers, including care planning, advocacy, as well as clinical intervention as appropriate.

Follows the care management process including patient identification, engagement/enrollment, assessment, care planning, and case closure.

Manages a caseload of patients and prioritizes new referrals with patients who require follow up to complete care plan goals.

Appropriately refers to other care manager disciplines within the department to meet the patient's holistic health care needs.

Appropriately delegates tasks to the Care Manager Outreach Coordinator (CMOC) as needed.

Practices motivational interviewing skills and teach-back skills when interviewing/assessment of patients.

Consults with providers, nurses, and other members of the health care team to facilitate interdisciplinary care and address effective continuum of care coordination.

Maintains awareness of insurance benefits as well as community resources to provide and facilitate appropriate referrals based on patient/caregiver agreement.

Organizes individual patient care meetings with internal and as necessary, external multidisciplinary team members and the patient/caregiver to evaluate progress and to identify and resolve problems that may interfere with a positive patient outcome.

Ensures accurate clinical and patient care documentation in patient charts, completes reports and other requested/required patient documentation as needed, and maintains required statistical documentation for the department's management information system.

Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development, and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.

Participates in quality and/or performance improvement projects/pilots.

Participates in orientation of new Care Management staff as assigned.

Facilitates follow-up primary care visits within 48 hours of ED visit, urgent care appointment, or hospital discharge.

Responsible for working with the patient and patient care team to develop an individualized treatment care plan – including follow-up appointments, labs and other care coordination.

Tracks follow-up visits with appropriate specialists for complex patients.

Communicates with and coaches’ patients to ensure that they are aware of discharge instructions; have necessary prescriptions; have access to medications and understand how to take the necessary medications, including what to look for regarding adverse events as per their care givers’ instructions.

Facilitates the information flow between hospitals, long-term care facilities, home health representatives, and the patient’ s primary care team.

Works with providers, clinical staff members, and clerical staff members to help identify high risk, high need patients.

Assists physicians and other care team members in implementing processes for best practices in preventive services, chronic care and disease management.

Utilizes electronic health record, chronic disease registry, and other quality reporting software to capably manage the care of individual patients and populations.

Works collaboratively with providers and the care team to ensure patient adherence to medical plan of care, including all appropriate preventive and disease-specific screenings, interventions, and treatment goals – including self-management goals.

Identifies, utilizes, and properly directs patients to cultural and community resources.

Verifies that practices have necessary behavioral health screening tools.

Compliant with annual network or department competencies focusing on health coaching patients on self-management tools related to chronic illnesses and appropriate health coaching.

Maintain timely, accurate, complete, and consistent documentation appropriate to role in the electronic medical record.

Maintains expertise in telehealth procedures, participates in staff meetings, participates in network and/or department committees or special projects as assigned.

Participates in peer educational presentations.

Supports Network and department goals and objectives.

Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes, and practices.

Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sitting for one to two hours at a time, stand for two to three hours at a time, walk on all surfaces for up to five hours per day, and climb stairs.

Must be capable of driving a car.

Occasionally firmly grasp, twist and turn objects with hands and fingers.

May be required to lift, carry, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Requires continual use of fingers for patient care, EMR documentation.

Routine use of upper extremities: occasional requirement to lift items up to 25 pounds.

Regularly requires the ability to stoop, bend, reach above shoulder level, and climb stairs.

Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversations and high and low frequencies and to see as it relates to general and peripheral vision.

Must have the ability to touch as related to telephone and computer keyboard.

EDUCATION: RN degree and license for the appropriate state (PA & NJ) required.

BSN preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of direct patient care experience.

Prior care management experience preferred.

Proficient in Epic Clinical EMR, Window applications preferred.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Paramedic, Lehigh and Northampton Counties, Full Time and Per Diem opportunities
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Wescosville 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Paramedic is a Pennsylvania certified Paramedic who is responsible for providing emergency and non-emergency pre-hospital care to patients and safe and efficient manner during transport of patients.

The Paramedic also performs clerical and non-technical duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Ambulance & Transportation Services or supervisors of St.

Luke’s Emergency & Transport Service.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Administering basic and advanced life support to patients at the scene, in route to the hospital and in a pre-hospital setting in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and standards.

Working within their certification via the “scope of practice” regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.

Assessing the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed.

Rescuing and extricating victims of accidents, sudden illness or entrapment using proper rescue and medical techniques.

Treating patients at the scene, in route to the hospital, and in a pre-hospital setting in accordance with federal, state, local, laws, regulations and standards.

Communicating with professional medical personnel and treatment facilities to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and/ or to arrange reception of patients to the appropriate center.

Maintaining order at scenes, including crowd disbursement and restraint of family and friends.

Completing patient care forms, insurance forms, evaluation forms, ambulance checklist and all other forms in a competent and timely fashion.

Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.

Collaborates with other health team members to maintain a professional working relationship with all organizations at an incident.

Completely, thoroughly, professionally documents assessments, physical findings and treatment rendered in pre-hospital setting on approved trip record in a timely manner.

Completes vehicle and equipment accountability checklist each scheduled shift.

Places vehicle in condition of readiness including, cleaning, disinfecting, refueling and restocking.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sitting 3 hours a day; 30 minutes at a time.

Standing up to 2 hours a day; 30 minutes at a time.

Walking up to 3 hours a day; 30 minutes at a time.

Continuous use of hands and fingers.

Frequently grasping firmly and twisting/turning of the fingers and hand(s) simultaneously.

Occasionally reaches above shoulder level.

Occasionally lifts an object from a lower to a higher position 200 to 350 pounds.

Occasionally carrying an object of 11 to 25 pounds.

Occasionally pushes up to 75 pounds.

Occasionally pulls up to 350 pounds.

Frequently stooping and bending.

Frequently squatting.

Occasionally crouching and kneeling.

Occasionally crawling.

Occasional climbing.

Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch.

Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation.

Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color, peripheral vision and vision monotony.

Maintain balance and strength in awkward positions.

Speak clearly, even under stressful circumstances.

Accurately communicate ideas orally and in writing in English.

Respond physically with speed.

Speak at proper volumes for appropriate situations.

Must get along with others.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: PA certified as a Paramedic (I year or more experience as an EMT and/or Paramedic preferred).

Current BLS, PALS, ACLS certification.

EVOC/EVDT certification.

Driver requirements (PA DOH Requirement).

Be at least 18 years of age.

Have a valid driver’s license.

Must observe all traffic laws.

Must not be addicted to, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Must be free from any physical or mental defects or disease that may impair the person’s ability to drive an ambulance.

PHTLS certification (Preferred).

Critical Care EMT-P (EMT-P CC) certification (Preferred).

Hazardous materials R & I certification or higher.

(Preferred).

NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 or 800.

(Preferred).

Tact courtesy, initiative, judgment and the ability to follow directions is required.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
permanent
Medical Assistant, Allentown Pediatric, Per Diem
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Allentown 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Medical Assistant, Practice Operations' primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery of healthcare support for the practice.

The Medical Assistant is a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services by conferring with the provider.

Completes pre-charting of all value-based pieces up to five days prior to patient’s appointment.

Sends messages to the Care Team, when warranted.

Responsible for preparing patients for examination and escorting them into the exam room.

Preparation includes the following: height, weight and vital signs; update medication list; update allergies in record; update personal, family and social history; inquire about smoking status; obtain the reason for the visit.

Assists in capturing demographic information.

Provides other patient care services as needed/directed: keeps exam rooms clean; maintains clinical supplies in exam rooms; cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments; gives injections or immunizations within State guidelines.

Communicates and coordinates with providers or Care Team regarding hospital discharge, Emergency Department visits, consulting physicians, community resources, disease management, patient self-management, patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, and labs or other testing as well as specialist visits.

Actively participates in department activities; attends departmental meetings; actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified; analyzes current procedures.

Responsible to dispose Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol.

Maintains vaccine temperature logs, inventory and ordering of medical supplies (i.e.: vaccines, medications), disposing of expired sample medication, and stocking rooms to set par levels.

Performs other administrative tasks (e.g.

check-in and check-out functions, opening and closing office procedures, etc...) as needed.

Brings suggestions for improvement to the attention of Practice Managers and Providers for consideration.

Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives.

Other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at time).

Occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds.

Occasionally push wheelchairs with patients weighing up to 325 pounds.

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: One year of clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program required.

Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting is preferred.

Customer service experience is strongly preferred.

BLS/CPR: Current or within 60 days of hire; through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Where applicable, a 30/60/90 day on-boarding checklist will be completed during the on-boarding process for new or transferred employees to confirm mastery of skills relevant to the service line.

This on-boarding checklist will be acknowledged by practice leadership or a provider when appropriate; records will be retained at the practice location.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Medical Assistant, Practice Operations
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Allentown 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Medical Assistant’s primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery of healthcare support for the practice.

The Medical Assistant is a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.

Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services by conferring with the provider.

2.

Completes pre-charting of all value based pieces up to five days prior to patient’s appointment.

Sends messages to the Care Team, when warranted.

3.

Responsible for preparing patients for examination and escorting them into the exam room.

Preparation includes the following: height, weight and vital signs; update medication list; update allergies in record; update personal, family and social history; inquire about smoking status; obtain the reason for the visit.

Assists in capturing demographic information.

4.

Provides other patient care services as needed/directed: keeps exam rooms clean; maintains clinical supplies in exam rooms; cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments ; gives injections or immunizations within State guidelines.

5.

Communicates and coordinates with providers or Care Team regarding hospital discharge, Emergency Department visits, consulting physicians, community resources, disease management, patient self-management, patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, and labs or other testing as well as specialist visits.

6.

Actively participates in department activities: attends departmental meetings; actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified; analyzes current procedures.

7.

Responsible to dispose Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol.

8.

Maintains vaccine temperature logs, inventory and ordering of medical supplies (i.e.: vaccines, medications), disposing of expired sample medication, and stocking rooms to set par levels.

9.

Performs other administrative tasks (e.g.

check-in and check-out functions, opening and closing office procedures, etc...) as needed.

10.

Brings suggestions for improvement to the attention of Practice Managers and Providers for consideration.

11.

Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives.

12.

Other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at time).

Occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds.

Occasionally push wheelchairs with patients weighing up to 325 pounds.

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent required.

Graduates of accredited Medical Assistant programs are strongly preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience in similar healthcare setting is preferred.

Customer service experience is strongly preferred.

BLS/CPR: Current or within 60 days of hire; through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Where applicable, a 30/60/90 day on-boarding checklist will be completed during the on-boarding process for new or transferred employees to confirm mastery of skills relevant to the service line.

This on-boarding checklist will be acknowledged by practice leadership or a provider when appropriate; records will be retained at the practice location.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Trauma and Acute Care Physician
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Bethlehem 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides occupational health and urgent care injury and illness care and follow-up evaluations.

Performs histories and physical examinations as part of pre-placement, annual, return to duty, and executive physicals.

Reviews results of histories, physicals, and studies to determine placement of candidates for employment.

Performs medical review officer duties for drug testing.

(If certified to do so).

Meets with employers to discuss health and safety needs, and conducts workplace tours and other on-site assessments.

Maintains an adequate knowledge base of the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act and OSHA recordability and demonstrates competency in these areas as assessed by case management review of the medical record.

Acts as a resource and consultant to client companies and OccuMed Resources staff regarding Occupational Medicine and OSHA regulations.

Assists with the development, implementation, and revision of policies and procedures effecting medical practice, judgment, and quality of occupational health services.

Coordinates work with the physicians and staff at the other occupational health and urgent care locations.

Supervises the Physician Assistants/Nurse Practitioners.

Performs and directs medical quality improvement activities.

Act as a liaison with the medical community.

Demonstrates competency in assigned areas of responsibility.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sitting for up to three (3) hours per day; three (3) hours a t a time.

Standing for up to eight (8) hours per day; eight (8) hours at a time.

Walking for up to six (6) hours per day; one (1) hour at a time.

Frequent fingering, handling, grasping, twisting, and turning as it relates to therapeutic procedures.

Consistently lift, carry, and push objects up to 10 pounds.

Occasionally lift, carry, and push objects up to 75 pounds.

Rarely lifting with assistance, up to 100 pounds.

Rarely pushing and pulling patients weighing up to 300 pounds in a wheel chair or stretcher.

Occasionally stooping and bending.

Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch.

Seeing as it relates to normal near, far, color, and peripheral vision.

Hearing as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies.

EDUCATION: Graduate of accredited school of medicine.

Board eligible, must be certified within one year of hire, or board certified in occupational medicine, family practice, emergency medicine, or internal medicine.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: One to two years experience required, preferably in an urgent care and occupational health setting.

Fluency in Spanish language desirable.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Associate Director, Acute Care Services - St. Luke's Internal Medicine (Inpatient) Service Line
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Bethlehem 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Associate Director, Acute Care Services provides strategic and operational leadership for a hospital-based specialty service within St.

Luke’s Physician Group.

This role is accountable for driving clinical and financial performance, ensuring operational excellence, and advancing service line growth across multiple hospital sites.

Key responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, optimizing workflows, managing budgets, and fostering provider engagement to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

The Associate Director collaborates closely with physicians, clinical leaders, hospital administration, and multidisciplinary teams to align initiatives with organizational goals, enhance patient experience, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Serving as the primary liaison for hospital-based provider teams, this leader champions innovation, workforce optimization, and continuous improvement to achieve superior outcomes, operational efficiency, and exceptional service delivery JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide oversight and leadership for hospital-based specialty provider services, ensuring streamlined workflows, exceptional quality of care, and full alignment with organizational objectives and performance standards Direct and oversee the daily operations of hospital-based specialty provider group, ensuring seamless coordination, operational efficiency, and adherence to organizational standards Collaborate closely with physician leaders, medical directors, and hospital executives to optimize clinical operations, refine staffing strategies, and drive service line performance in alignment with organizational goals.

Manage provider staffing and scheduling to ensure optimal coverage, operational efficiency, and timely responsiveness to fluctuating patient volumes and acuity levels Lead, coach, and empower operational teams to foster accountability, engagement, and consistent execution across hospital-based specialty provider group(s).

Lead personnel administration in partnership with Human Resources, including talent acquisition, onboarding, contract management, payroll oversight, and resolution of employee relations matters.

Develop and implement strategies to enhance provider satisfaction, engagement, and retention within hospital-based specialty services.

Drive improvements in operational efficiency, care quality, and patient experience through data-driven decision-making, process optimization, and continuous performance monitoring.

Develop and present operational and financial reports to senior leadership, using data insights to guide strategic decisions.

Collaborate with IT and clinical teams to optimize EMR workflows, reporting tools, and technology solutions that support operational efficiency and compliance.

Monitor and analyze quality scorecards and benchmark data to identify performance gaps and implement targeted improvement strategies.

Manage financial performance by contributing to budget development, monitoring expenditures, approving invoices and purchases, and implementing cost-effective strategies to ensure fiscal accountability and operational sustainability Monitor and optimize provider productivity by analyzing performance metrics, implementing workflow improvements, and ensuring alignment with organizational benchmarks.

Coordinate professional billing, coding education, and revenue cycle operations to maximize reimbursement accuracy, ensure compliance with documentation standards, and maintain adherence to payer requirements Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies through proactive monitoring, provider education, and implementation of best practices.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting for up to seven hours per day, 3.5 hours at a time.

Standing for up to four hours per day, three hours at a time.

Requires regular fingering, handling, and twisting.

Occasionally requires lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Occasionally requires reaching above shoulder level.

Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation, and to see as it relates to general vision.

Also requires regular travel between offices.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's in healthcare administration, business, or related field (Master's preferred).

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Three to five years of progressive leadership experience with direct accountability for team management, operational performance, and/or service line oversight.

Proven ability to build strong partnerships with physicians and clinical leaders to drive strategic and operational initiatives.

Strong knowledge of clinical workflows, healthcare regulations, and financial management.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Not Specified
Patient Observation Attendant (Full Time, Nights)
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Bethlehem 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Patient Observation Attendant observes patients under the close supervision and direction of the Registered Nurse.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reports on/off duty to the registered nurse assigned to care for patient.

Receives specific observation guidelines from the registered nurse for each patient, shift and assignment.

Provides a safe environment for the patient, under the direction of a registered nurse Remains with patient at all times as directed by the registered nurse Identifies self to patient and/or family members or significant others Provide continual observation and monitoring of patient Reports behavior changes and patient requests to patient care provider or registered nurse.

Does not leave patient unattended, even while reporting observations Accompany patient to/from and during tests or treatments May assist patient with set up of meals and fluids (only if no known swallowing deficiencies) Maintain patient room in neat, orderly manner Provides a safe environment for the patient, under the direction of a registered nurse Provides constant observation of patient as directed by registered nurse PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time.

Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time.

Walk 6 hours per day; 15 minutes at a time.

Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 pounds.

Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 pounds.

Transport patients weighing up to 250 pounds via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher.

Frequently stoop and bend.

Frequently reach above shoulder level.

Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch.

Must be able to hear as it relates normal conversation and high/low frequencies.

Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Must complete mandatory education and competencies required for position.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Coding Appeals Specialist
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Allentown 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Coding Appeals Specialist analyzes patient medical records, claims data and coding on all diagnosis and procedure codes to assure properly assigned MS-DRG for the purposes of appealing proposed MS-DRG and coding changes by insurance providers or their auditors.

Assures that the most accurate and descriptive codes from the AHA ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnoses and/or procedures support the services/treatment rendered.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct retrospective medical record reviews for diagnosis and procedure code assignment and MS-DRG accuracy.

Identify and provide feedback, including identification of trends, to the Network Coding and CDMP Managers for education of the medical staff, clinical documentation professionals and the coding professionals on documentation issues that affect proper documentation and coding of documented medical care for appropriate reimbursement.

Work with the physician liaison in review of patient medical records identified by RAC/MIC/CGI/QIO and other outside auditors in retrospective reviews for DRG and coding-related issues.

May participate in review of other medical necessity issues as needed.

Develop and apply appeal arguments to defend the coding of and by the coding professionals and be able to refute the coding determination made by the outside payor including but not limited to CMS, Aetna, IBC, Omniclaim, QIP, Gateway Health, etc.

Draft appeal letters, including the coding argument, to support network coding.

Identify clinical documentation improvement issues and through excellent communication with physicians, nurses, coding and other members of the health care team and work independently to resolve such issues.

Participate as needed in Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearings.

Spends approximately 20% of their time weekly coding/abstracting patient medical records according to ICD-10-CM/PCS, UHDDS and CMS guidelines.

Utilizes the 3M Encoder to verify and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnosis and procedure codes, and MS-DRG assignment.

Performs data entry of coded patient medical records into EPIC, maintaining a 95% coding accuracy rate as measured through quality reviews.

Queries physicians when code assignments are not clear and consistent, or when documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding assignment.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS: Sitting, standing and light lifting.

Repetitive arm/finger use retrieving/viewing computerized patient medical record and abstracting of patient information.

Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range.

Hearing as it relates to normal conversation.

Works inside with adequate lighting, comfortable temperature and ventilation.

EDUCATION: RHIA, RHIT and/or CCS with knowledge of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnosis/procedure coding and MS-DRG assignment.

Minimum of 5 years coding experience in an acute care, teaching hospital, inpatient setting required.

TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum 5 years demonstrated inpatient and/or outpatient coding experience in acute care, teaching setting.

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and medical terminology required.

Working knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS and ability to understand complex disease processes strongly preferred.

Possesses extensive knowledge of reimbursement systems; extensive knowledge of federal, state, and payer-specific regulations and policies pertaining to documentation, coding and, as needed, medical necessity.

Previous experience with electronic patient medical record/EPIC and 3M encoding system preferred.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Critical Care Transport Pre-Hospital RN
🏢 ST. LUKE'S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
Salary not disclosed
Fountain Hill 2 weeks ago
St.

Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees.

The employees of St.

Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Critical Care Transport (CCT) Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse (PHRN) is responsible for the direct patient care and clinical aspects of the St.

Luke’s Emergency and Transport Services Critical Care Transport Program.

The CCT PHRN will report directly to the CCT Program Nurse Manager, and under the authorization of the St.

Luke’s Emergency and Transport Services Medical Director provide care and treatment with an advanced scope of practice in accordance with the following Pennsylvania Department of Health Scope of Practice for Critical Care Transport Emergency Medical Services Providers [50 Pa.B 413] and New Jersey Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services Specialty Care Transport Unit NJAC 8:41-1 JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs in depth, systematic assessment of all assigned patients.

Formulates collaborative and individualized plan of care and identifies expected patient outcomes, using the nursing process.

Implements, evaluates and documents patient care interventions and effectiveness in accordance with care plan.

Organizes, coordinates and prioritizes patient care consistently utilizing available resources.

Maintains an awareness of unit budget.

Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers.

Takes active role in unit-based performance improvement.

Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.

Complies with established chain of command for work related problems.

Participates in identifying unit needs and supports unit goals and objectives that contribute to the growth of the Patient Services Department.

Maintains departmental records for administrative and regulatory purposes.

Collaborates with other caregivers to assure appropriate staffing levels on all shifts.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time.

Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time.

Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time.

Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs.

Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 lbs.

Transports patients weighing up to 500 lbs.

via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher.

Frequently stoop and bend.

Frequently reach above shoulder level.

Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch.

Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies.

Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION: Successfully graduated from an accredited school of nursing Currently possess an unrestricted registered nurse license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Must within (90) Ninety days of hire obtain a registered nurse license in the State of New Jersey Currently possesses a Pre-hospital Registered Nurse (PHRN) through the Pennsylvania Dept.

Of Health EMS Dept.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: CCT PHRN must be a registered nurse with the following nursing experience a) At least two years and 4000 hours of in hospital critical care experience or one year (2000 hours) in a progressive level 1 ICU along with 3 years (5000 hours) emergency department experience.

Current BLS, PALS, ACLS certification.

EVOC/EVDT certification with EMSVO endorsement Driver requirements (PA DOH Requirement) Be at least 18 years of age Have a valid driver’s license Must observe all traffic laws Must not be addicted to, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Must be free from any physical or mental defects or disease that may impair the person’s ability to drive an ambulance.

Hazardous materials R & I certification or higher.

(Preferred) PHTLS certification (Preferred) NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 or 800.

(Preferred) Radio communication skills; office skills including typing.

Excellent organizational skills; pleasant telephone manner.

Ability to perform job with a minimum of direct supervision.

Must successfully complete clinical and operational orientation in order to be granted unrestricted medical command Tact courtesy, initiative, judgment and the ability to follow directions is required.

Experience in computer operations Must attain specialty board certification in Critical Care Transport nursing such as CFRN or CTRN within 12 months of hire date.

Must successfully complete the following courses within 24 months of hire -Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) -Fundamentals for Critical Care Support (FCCS) -Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) -Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) WORK SCHEDULE: Hours vary based on operational needs of the department.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.

Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.

Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.

It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.

Thank you for your interest in St.

Luke's!! St.

Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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