We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our Urology team. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with our board-certified urologists to provide high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals with urologic conditions. This role includes outpatient clinic responsibilities, inpatient rounding, assisting with minor office procedures, and patient education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive histories, physical exams, and assessments of patients with urologic conditions.
• Diagnose and manage common urologic disorders under the supervision of a urologist.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests such as labs, imaging, and urodynamics.
• Perform and assist with office procedures, such as catheterizations, cystoscopies, bladder scans, and injections.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care, including patient education, wound care, and suture/staple removal.
• Round on hospitalized urology patients, assist with inpatient consults, and communicate with hospital staff.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in multidisciplinary care coordination with physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, treatment plans, medications, and preventative care.
• Collaborate on quality improvement and clinical best practices initiatives.

Qualifications:

Education & Licensure:

• Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program
• Current and unrestricted PA or NP license in PA
• NCCPA certification (PA) or national board certification (NP)
• Current DEA license
• BLS certification 

LECOM Health’s full-time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package along with competitive wages. Enhanced benefits include Highmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health insurance starting at only $70 a month! Life insurance and AD&D insurance are provided to all full- time employees at no cost. The health system also offers an excellent 403(b) Retirement Plan to qualified employees.

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The Visiting Nurse Association is now offering a $5,000 to $12,000 Sign on bonus for Full Time Home Health Registered Nurse Case Managers with opportunity to earn up to $80K in total bonuses over the next 5 years!

Home Health RNs provide nursing care in accordance with the patient’s plan of care to include comprehensive health and psychosocial evaluation, monitoring of the patient’s condition, health promotion and prevention, coordination of services, teaching and training activities and direct nursing care.

Education and experience equivalent to:

• Must be licensed in Pennsylvania as a Registered Nurse
• One or more years of experience in community/home health agency or in a hospital setting; preferred.
• One or more years of RN experience.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

The RN and LPN Tuition Reimbursement Program was created to assist LECOM Health employees by offsetting a portion of their educational expenses. Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses may be eligible for tuition reimbursement up to a maximum of $22,000. Inquire for plan details.

BENEFITS:

Full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:

• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $70/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $320/month!
• Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance can take advantage of waived co-pays and deductibles at LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching of 100% after completing one year of service!
• Paid time off accruals - vacation and sick
• 6 paid holidays each calendar year
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Employee referral program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Up to $200/month towards child care

*The Tuition Reimbursement Program is a taxable benefit. LECOM Health reserves the right to modify or terminate this program, in whole or in part, in such manner as it shall determine, either alone or in conjunction with other programs of LECOM. Modification or termination may be made by the company for any reason, including but not limited to modifications under the Internal Revenue Code or to comply with applicable state or federal regulations.

Brief Summary:

Greet and assist patients and visitors, answer telephone, schedule appointments, file, and collect payments.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Greet all patients and visitors cheerfully.
2. Answer telephone, triage calls, and maintain a log of same.
3. Schedule appointments and referrals to other providers.
4. Register patients, help with the completion of necessary forms, and direct to the appropriate staff person if needed.
5. Complete encounter forms upon arrival and checkout.
6. Prepare EHR/Pull charts of the patients to be seen the following day.
7. Provide Physician, Mid-level Practitioner, clinical assistants, and Office Manager with copy of daily schedule each morning.
8. Collect fees from patients for services rendered, if due, and also any outstanding balance.
9. Reconcile receipts at end of day and prepare deposits.
10. Maintain neat, clean, and professional work area.
11. Always keep patient information confidential.
12. Maintain established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
13. Assist in care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies. Alert Office Manager to any equipment malfunction.
14. Attend in-services and other required meetings.
15. Enhance professional growth and development through in-service meetings, educational programs, etc.
16. Perform other duties as assigned by Office Manager and/or Medical Director.

LECOM Health’s full-time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package along with competitive wages. Enhanced benefits include Highmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health insurance starting at only $70 a month! Life insurance and AD&D insurance are provided to all full- time employees at no cost. The health system also offers an excellent 403(b) Retirement Plan to qualified employees.

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Job summary:

Cleans and services building areas according to established procedures.  Moves furniture, equipment and supplies throughout facility.  Performs a variety of environmental services duties to maintain the facility in a neat, orderly and sanitary condition.

Characteristic job tasks and responsibilities:

• Selects cleaning materials and supplies and prepares solutions according to procedure. Loads service cart and transports to work area.
• Cleans assigned areas by washing furniture, tile, fixtures and equipment with germicidal cleaning solutions.
• Cleans assigned areas by washing walls, doors, door frames, ceilings, vents, patient televisions and windows; strips and applies floor finish and polishes floors.
• Mops and buffs floor areas, vacuums carpets, spot cleans floors and carpets, using appropriate solutions and arranges furniture and equipment back in an orderly fashion after cleaning assigned area.
• Requests cleaning supplies and equipment as needed.
• Cleans Equipment and notifies supervisor of equipment needing repair. Reports safety hazards to supervisor.
• Follow instructions regarding the use of cleaning materials and supplies in accordance with OSHA and Institutional Safety Protocols
• Returns unused supplies to proper place, cleans carts and equipment and ensures all items are replaced in an orderly manner.
• Climbs ladder to reach high areas for cleaning purposes.
• Collects waste from all areas of facility, sanitizes trash cans and keeps waste disposal area sanitized.
• Assists in collecting and distributing soiled or clean linen.
• Collects hazardous waste in manner established by the Infection Control Committee.
• Cleans rooms after patients have been discharged or more frequently if needed.  
• Arranges furniture for meetings, workshops and facility affairs, as requested.
• Shovel/Salt sidewalks as needed if maintenance is unavailable.
• Performs other related duties as requested by supervisor.

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Job summary:

Greet and Register ER patients while assisting all other ED personnel as needed.

Characteristic job tasks and responsibilities:

• Greet, interview triage, and register ER patients, including obtaining all signatures, updating demographical information, and verifying insurance eligibility.
• Perform Cashier functions by collecting co-payments, counting cash drawer, providing change.
• Assist with outpatient registration, obtaining medical records, all intercoms, switch board after departmental business hours, and paging of physicians.
• Provide Clerical Assistance for the Emergency Department by scanning, filing, obtaining records, and completing tear down chart
• Distribute OBS Brochures as necessary.
• Assist Emergency Room Nurse and Physician as requested, such as assisting patients per RN or Physician instruction, obtaining wheelchairs, collecting urine specimens, cleaning beds, and copying charts for transfers.
• Assist Ambulance Service as needed, such as answering phone, open/close garage door, meet as they arrive, answer Ambulance Med patch.
• Set up arrangements for transfer by calling Transfer Center as well as helicopter transports.
• Monitor panel alarms and security cameras.
• Announce Fire Alarms.
• Notify departments of Cardiac Arrest.
• Contact on call administrative personnel as needed.
• Assist in finding nursing staff coverage when needed.
• Complete transfer sheets and daily counts for Administration office.
• Assist Acute Care Unit with scanning living wills and POA’s.
• Verify room and bed census with nursing floors nightly.
• Call outside services such as Poison Control and Chaplain as needed.
• Snow removal and/or salting when needed.
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by the Revenue Cycle Manager.

LECOM Health’s full-time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package along with competitive wages. Enhanced benefits include Highmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield health insurance starting at only $70 a month! Life insurance and AD&D insurance are provided to all full- time employees at no cost. The health system also offers an excellent 403(b) retirement plan to qualified employees.

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LECOM Institute for Successful Living is currently seeking a Full Time Nurse Manager - LPN for one of our beautiful Parkside North East facility, located at 2 Gibson St, North East PA 16428.

Summary:

• Responsible to participate in hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising staff.
• Responsible to conduct and document training programs including but not limited to initial training, annual training, monthly training, diabetes training, CPR and first aid training.
• Responsible for the resident medications including training on medication administration and management.
• Responsible to serve on call after office hours.
• Responsible for the assessment, care, and monitoring of residents and the related documentation.
• Responsible to have positive relationships and communication with families.
• Communicate with physicians.
• Responsible to follow nursing practices and documentation according to Pennsylvania regulations

Qualifications Include:

• Must possess current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Pennsylvania.
• Must maintain current certifications in CPR and First Aid.

LECOM’s full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package, which includes:

• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $70/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $320/month!
• Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance can take advantage of waived co-pays and deductibles at LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching of 100% after completing one year of service
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Paid time off accruals - vacation and sick
• 6 Paid holidays each calendar year
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Employee referral program
• Employee appreciation/recognition events
• Employee assistance program and discounted membership at the LECOM Fitness and Wellness Center
• Up to $200/month towards childcare

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Join our Team at the LECOM Institute for Successful Living, an Age-Friendly Health System, as a Full Time Admission / Discharge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in its Skilled Nursing Facilities.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

• The RN and LPN Tuition Reimbursement Program was created to assist LECOM Health employees by offsetting a portion of their educational expenses. Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses may be eligible for tuition reimbursement up to a maximum of $22,000.*

BENEFITS:

LECOM’s full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:

• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $70/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $320/month!
• Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance can take advantage of waived co-pays and deductibles at LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hosptial.
• A 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching of 100% after completing one year of service!
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• 6 paid holidays each calendar year
• Up to $200/month towards child care

JOB SUMMARY:

• The Admissions Discharge Nurse assists incoming and discharging residents and their families through each process while coordinating interdepartmental efforts to ensure the entire Admission or Discharge Checklist has been successfully completed, while operating in a resident centered environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be licensed as a practical nurse or registered nurse in Pennsylvania.
• Must maintain current certifications in CPR and First Aid.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Act as a concierge to new admission residents and families to help walk them through the admissions process.
• Follow the admission and discharge checklist to ensure all necessary steps are completed throughout the process.
• Coordinate with other departments to obtain and share all necessary information with interdepartmental leaders to ensure staff are prepared for each specific admission and discharge.
• Follow up on every admission at the start of the following shift for every Admission whose arrival was during scheduled off hours.
• Act as a concierge to help coordinate the discharge process with residents and families to ensure the process is fully reviewed and completed, including but not limited to coordinate the resident meetings with social work, therapy and nursing.
• Must perform duties as a LPN or RN as licensed on an as needed basis throughout the course of the workday or work week to meet the needs of the residents.

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

* The Tuition Reimbursement Program is a taxable benefit. LECOM Health reserves the right to modify or terminate this program, in whole or in part, in such manner as it shall determine, either alone or in conjunction with other programs of LECOM. Modification or termination may be made by the company for any reason, including but not limited to modifications under the Internal Revenue Code or to comply with applicable state or federal regulations.

The Visting Nurse Association of Erie County is seeking to add a Nursing Scheduler to our growing team. The Nursing Scheduler will actively schedule Nursing Staff of all positions to meet staffing levels while maintaining appropriate records and documentation. This position will also perform duties to provide resident centered care to patients and to consistently address and communicate resident needs and concerns.

The ideal candidate would also possess a current C.N.A. certificate in Pennsylvania.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Knowledge, skills, attitude, and energy to consistently provide resident centered care;
• Will be responsible to schedule nursing staff including full time, part time, and PRN staff;
• Responsible to understand ideal and minimum staffing levels for all positions for all shifts and days, and potential changes in those staffing levels;
• Will utilize PRN staff availability to fill available shifts on the master schedule;
• Will contact staff in person, via phone, text and email to schedule fill-ins, pick-ups and adjust scheduling needs;
• Will constantly communicate schedules with all nursing staff, facility scheduler and Nursing management;
• Will schedule all new nursing staff with orientation and training shifts;
• Will work with Nursing Management to review and approve timecards in correspondence with the schedule;
• Will maintain accurate records of what employees are scheduled, time off, and requests;
• Will maintain daily staffing sheets and adjust them appropriately for accuracy and store them for record keeping purposes;
• Will complete any necessary reporting of schedules or hours worked as needed;

Benefits:

Full Time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:

• HAVE YOU HEARD OF OUR NEWEST BENEFIT AVAILABLE TO ALL FULL TIME STAFF?
• OUR NEW CHILD CARE BENEFIT provides up to $200 / month in childcare subsidy
• Full Time employees enjoy a monthly child care subsidy and access to a large network of child care providers in the Erie and Northwest Pennsylvania area!
• Already have a provider who is not on the child care network? Support specialists can assist you to add your current child care provider to the network so you can take advantage of these benefits as well!
• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $70/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $320/month!
• Zero Copays and Deductibles for Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance utilizing LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital on most all services!
• Retirement Plan with dollar for dollar match up to 6% of your check!
• Dental and Vision Insurances
• Voluntary Benefits such as Additional Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Short Term Disability and Pet Insurance available
• Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and AD&D Insurance provided at no cost!
• Paid time off accruals including Vacation and Sick Time
• 6 Paid holidays each calendar year
• Employee referral program, $100 - $1000 / employee referred
• Employee Assistance Program available to everyone in your immediate household
• Employee appreciation/recognition events
• All benefits listed subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Ask us for more information!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Visiting Nurse Association of Erie County is accepting applications for a Full Time Home Health LPN to provide skilled nursing care under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate will also perform selected skilled actions in the provision of curative, rehabilitative, palliative or preventative nursing care. This position also requires the candidate to be responsible and accountable for making decisions that are based on the individual’s nursing experience and educational preparation.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Assists the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care.

· Assists the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse under physician’s orders, excluding infusion care.

· Assists with the preparation, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan.

· Recognizes and understands the effects of social and economic problems upon patients and provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.

· Helps teach the patient the appropriate self-care techniques.

· Fosters cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and by active participation in team and staff conferences.

· Assumes responsibility for personal and vocational growth and development through active participation in nursing organizations and participating in in-service programs and other on the job learning.

· Prepares clinical and progress notes, excluding OASIS vistis.

· Observes, records, and reports to the appropriate person patient symptoms, reactions and changes including:

· The general physical and mental condition of patients and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of untoward changes.

· Stresses in human relationships between the patients and staff personnel and between patients and their families and visitors.

· Observes, records, and reports to the appropriate person the general physical and mental condition of patients and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of changes in condition.

· Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the medical care plan by encouraging the interests and special aptitudes of the patient and encouraging patients to help themselves using their own capabilities.

· Further assist in rehabilitation by reporting any abnormality in the patient’s range of motion, body mechanics, or body alignment.

· Actively participates in nursing organizations and promotes and participates in in-service programs.

· Must perform as a Universal Worker being cross-trained in other areas including Home Health Aide.

· Must be flexible to accept other duties needed or assigned by the resident or institution.

· Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and experience equivalent to:

• Must be licensed in Pennsylvania as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• One or more years’ experience as an LPN, Home Health or Hospital setting preferred.
• Must have a criminal background check.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• Must have valid Driver's license and reliable vehicle.

BENEFITS:

Full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:

• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $70/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $320/month!
• Dental and Vision Insurance are also available.
• Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance can take advantage of waived co-pays and deductibles at LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching of 100% after completing one year of service
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Paid time off accruals - vacation and sick
• 6 Paid holidays each calendar year
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employee referral program
• Employee appreciation/recognition events
• Employee assistance program and discounted membership at the LECOM Fitness and Wellness Center
• Up to $200/month towards childcare

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

The RN and LPN Tuition Reimbursement Program was created to assist LECOM Health employees by offsetting a portion of their educational expenses. Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses may be eligible for tuition reimbursement up to a maximum of $22,000.*

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an equal opportunity employer.

*The Tuition Reimbursement Program is a taxable benefit. LECOM Health reserves the right to modify or terminate this program, in whole or in part, in such manner as it shall determine, either alone or in conjunction with other programs of LECOM. Modification or termination may be made by the company for any reason, including but not limited to modifications under the Internal Revenue Code or to comply with applicable state or federal law.

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is seeking experienced and reliable PRN Vaccination Nurses to join our seasonal team! From August through November, you'll play a critical role in organizing and delivering flu vaccination events in a variety of community and workplace settings. If you’re passionate about public health and enjoy flexible, autonomous work, we’d love to have you on board.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and break down on-site flu vaccination clinics
• Administer vaccines safely and accurately
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions post-vaccination
• Accurately document administered vaccines and maintain proper records
• Follow all safety, privacy, and infection control protocols
• Communicate effectively with clients and represent our organization professionally

Requirements:

• Current RN
• Current BLS certification
• Previous vaccination or public health clinic experience strongly preferred
• Ability to travel to different clinic sites as scheduled
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced setting
• Must be available on a PRN (as-needed) basis during the flu season (Aug–Nov)

What We Offer:

• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive pay
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community

Are you a detail-oriented, compassionate individual with a knack for organization? We’re seeking a PRN Vaccine Intake and Registration Specialist to join our dynamic team. As pare of the LECOM Institute for Successful Living, you will play a crucial part in ensuring a smooth and efficient vaccine administration process, providing exceptional service to our patients, and maintaining accurate records.

Scheduling:

• This is a PRN or Per Diem, seasonal (Aug-Nov) position

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Intake: Greet patients warmly and assist them with the intake process, including verifying personal information and medical history.
• Registration: Accurately enter patient information into the electronic health record (EHR) system, ensuring all data is complete and up-to-date.
• Vaccine Administration Coordination: Confirm vaccine appointments, provide information on vaccination procedures, and ensure proper documentation of vaccine administration.
• Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all regulatory and procedural requirements are met, including consent forms and vaccination records.
• Customer Service: Address patient inquiries and concerns with professionalism and empathy, providing clear and accurate information about the vaccination process.
• Collaboration: Work closely with healthcare providers and other team members to facilitate a seamless vaccination experience for patients.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree or higher preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in a healthcare or administrative role is highly desirable. Experience with vaccine administration or medical records management is a plus.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and basic office software. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Certifications: CPR certification preferred, but not required.
• Availability: Must be flexible and available to work on an as-needed basis, including weekends and evenings.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Play a vital role in public health by facilitating the vaccination process and helping to ensure community well-being.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy the flexibility of a PRN position that fits around your schedule.

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

General Summary:

• Under general supervision of the president and in collaboration with the managerial team, the position is responsible for providing medical services to the patients of LECOM Health Medical Associates of Erie.

Main Functions:

• Provide patient education on eye health and disease prevention.
• Perform comprehensive eye examinations, including visual acuity tests, refraction, and slip lamp examinations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat various eye conditions and diseases, such as cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
• Perform surgical procedures, such as cataract extraction, LASIK, and corneal transplantation.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits and treatment.
• Prescribe and fit corrective lenses or contact lenses as needed.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in ophthalmology through continued education and research.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven work experience as a Ophthalmologist or similar role
• Fantastic manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination and visuospatial awareness
• Superb organization and time management skills
• Excellent decision-making skills and communication
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Emotionally resilient with the ability to make patients feel at ease
• Great management and leadership skills
• Relevant training and/or certification as a Ophthalmologist
  
  

LECOM Health’s full-time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package along with competitive wages. Enhanced benefits include Highmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health Insurance starting at only $70 a month! Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all full-time employees at no cost. The health system also offers an excellent 403(b) Retirement Plan to qualified employees with an employer.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Optometrist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive eye and vision care, including routine eye examinations, diagnosing and treating vision problems and eye diseases, and prescribing corrective lenses. This role requires a strong commitment to patient care and a passion for promoting eye health.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct comprehensive eye exams to assess vision and detect eye diseases or abnormalities.

- Diagnose and treat eye conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and glaucoma.

- Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other visual aids based on patient needs.

- Provide pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgery.

- Educate patients on proper eye care techniques and the importance of regular eye exams.

- Stay up-to-date with advancements in optometry and integrate new technologies into patient care.

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure comprehensive patient care.

- Maintain accurate patient records, including diagnosis, treatment plans, and progress notes.

- Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations, standards, and policies.

- Participate in community outreach programs to promote eye health awareness.

Qualifications:

- Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from an accredited optometry school.

- Valid state optometry license.

- Strong diagnostic skills with attention to detail.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

- Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

- Proficiency in using optometric instruments and technology.

- Experience in a clinical setting a plus.

- Knowledge of the latest eye care technology and treatments.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary starting at $165,000, with increase contingent on experience.

- Health, dental, and vision insurance.

- Retirement plan with employer match.

- Paid time off and holidays.

- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.

This position is Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  No weekends and no holidays, with a flexible schedule!

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LECOM Health Corry Memorial Hospital is seeking Registered Nurses for the Emergency and Acute Care Departments. $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for qualified candidates.

Job Summary:

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical and/or emergency setting. Communicates with physicians/nurse manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

Characteristic job tasks and responsibilities:

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age of the patient and their clinical condition.
• Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patients age.
• Ability to perform a head to toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population.
• Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patients response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness.
• Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate.
• Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level of licensure.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians.
• Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including: pediatric, geriatric and general population.
• Demonstrates and ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity; ensures patient confidentiality.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Documentation must meet current standards and policies.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with social service/discharge planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.
• Performs other duties as directed by Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.

LECOM’s full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package along with competitive wages. Enhanced benefits include Highmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health Insurance starting at only $70 a month! Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost. The Health System also offers an excellent 403(b) Retirement Plan to qualified employees with an employer match after completing one year of service!

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Job Summary

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living has an immediate opening for a full-time Nurse Aide Training Program Instructor/Educator (NATCEP). Candidates must possess a valid PA nursing license (RN or LPN). The selected individual will serve as an instructor in a regular classroom and clinical setting, presenting instructions in a state approved Nurse Aide Training Program. The position follows the student from application, through the courses, and provides support through the state examination process, but also acts as an educator for existing and previous Nurse Aide graduates.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must be a licensed nurse (RN or LPN) with at least one-year experience in long-term care facility.
• Must have Teaching the Educator Certification or be eligible for the Teaching the Educator Certification.
• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Previous teaching experience is a plus.

BENEFITS:

LECOM’s full time employees enjoy the availability of an industry leading benefits package including:

• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance with employee-only coverage costing only $70/ month!
• Full Family Medical Insurance is only $320/month!
• Employees with LECOM Medical Insurance can take advantage of waived co-pays and deductibles at LECOM physicians and Millcreek Community Hospital.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching of 100% after completing one year of service
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Paid time off accruals - vacation and sick
• 6 Paid holidays each calendar year
• Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance is provided to all Full Time employees at no cost!
• Employee referral program
• Employee appreciation/recognition events
• Employee assistance program and discounted membership at the LECOM Fitness and Wellness Center
• Up to $200 per month towards Childcare

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

The RN and LPN Tuition Reimbursement Program was created to assist LECOM Health employees by offsetting a portion of their educational expenses. Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses may be eligible for tuition reimbursement up to a maximum of $22,000.*

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is an equal opportunity employer.

*The Tuition Reimbursement Program is a taxable benefit. LECOM Health reserves the right to modify or terminate this program, in whole or in part, in such manner as it shall determine, either alone or in conjunction with other programs of LECOM. Modification or termination may be made by the company for any reason, including but not limited to modifications under the Internal Revenue Code or to comply with applicable state or federal law.