With Erie County’s senior population now approaching one out of four residents, LECOM Health is committed to wellness for this growing age group. LECOM Health offers a full continuum of care from Independent Living and Personal Care apartments to Skilled Nursing Care and Outpatient services including In-Home Care, Home Health, and Hospice under the direction of the LECOM Institute for Successful Living.

The primary purpose of the LNAC is to conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with the requirements of Pennsylvania and the policies and goals of our facility. We strive to provide the best clinical outcomes for our residents, and the LNAC is a valuable member of the residents' Care Plan Team. Time management and attention to detail are crucially important to this role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct or coordinate the interviewing of each resident for the resident's assessment
• Evaluate each resident's condition and pertinent medical data to determine the need for special assessment activities or need to amend the admission assessment
• Develop preliminary and comprehensive assessment of the nursing needs of each resident, utilizing the forms required by current rules and regulations and facility policies
• Ensure that all members of the assessment team are aware of the importance of completeness and accuracy in their assessment function and that they are aware of the penalties, including civil money penalties, for false certifications
• Ensure that a complete resident assessment is conducted within fourteen days of a significant change in the resident's condition
• Coordinate the review and revision to the resident's care plan by the interdisciplinary team after each quarterly review or other assessment, assuring that the care plan is evaluated and revised each time an assessment is done or when there is a change in the resident's status
• Sign and date the assessment instrument to certify its completion
• Responsible for transmission of resident information to the state per requirements

Education and Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program required
• Licensure and registration by the PA Board of Nursing Examiners as a Licensed Practical Nurse required
• Prior experience in a skilled nursing care facility, acute care setting, or other related field preferred.
• Previous LNAC experience preferred.

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.
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 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 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.

Visiting Nurse Association of Erie County is now accepting resumes for a Full Time Clinical Liaison to join our growing team. There is no better time to join the VNA!

The Clinical liaison will serve as a patient advocate to connect patients and families to services ensuring their comfort. They will establish a relationship and serve as a bridge between patients and their medical teams, while performing tasks including intake evaluations, track referral and account records along with referral data, process health insurance information, and collaborate with other staff to improve processes.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· In collaboration with agency leaders, Develop and initiate call strategy based on expected call volumes set forth by Visiting Doctor offices, hospital discharge desks, Assisted Living facilities and other possible sources of referrals to present Agency information and obtain patient referrals.

· Responsible for HomeHealth and Hospice referral management, including but not limited to initial contact, entry into EMR, review of qualifying criteria, consults as needed, collaborating with Medical Director, coordinating admission, meds, equipment, insurance verification and authorization.

· Assists with daily staff update call and proper communication with clinical and operational staff members.

· Assists with staff orientation as well as in-services for current staff.

· Coordinates the dissemination of patient information to skilled facilities, patient homes, and physicians.

· Provide COP Education to contracted facilities ensuring compliance.

· Analyzes the potential of the company’s service area to determine target markets.

· Visits Doctor offices, hospital discharge coordinators, Assisted Living facilities and other possible sources of referrals to present Agency information and obtain patient referrals.

· Analyzes the company’s organization to determine strengths and weaknesses.

· Analyzes past and current marketing data.

· Analyzes patient/company relationships.

· Develops a marketing plan, identifying priorities and sets a reasonable timetable.

· Implements marketing plan staying within established timetable.

· Reviews and evaluates the analyses and plan on an established basis.

· 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:

· At least 1 year experience in marketing, nursing, or social work interacting with health agencies/professionals.

· Must have a minimum of 2 years of hospice experience.

· Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community.

· Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations, and CHAP standards

· Ability to develop and implement improved methods of operation.

· The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

· Must have the ability to demonstrate self-confidence and positive attitude toward self and others and maintain commitment and enthusiasm to goal achievement.

· Must be organized and detail oriented.

· Must be able to interact with health professionals at all levels.

BENEFITS:

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

• Highmark BC/BS Medical Insurance!
• Full Family Medical Insurance!
• 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, personal, and sick
• 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

We are currently seeking a Pharmacist to join our growing team! This position within the LECOM Senior Living Center Pharmacy supports all of the post-acute facilities within LECOM Institute for Successful Living.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Pharmacist in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Authorization to Administer Injectables license a plus.
• Experience in a long term care, retail pharmacy environment, or clinical setting.

BENEFITS:

LECOM Institute for Successful Living’s 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!

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is accepting applications for a Registered Dietitian to work in one or more of our skilled nursing facilities.

Both Full and Part Time availabilities can be considered.

These positions are located in Erie, PA.

*Qualified candidates with limited experience and/or recent graduates are encouraged to apply, as training is provided.*

Summary:

Duties to include charting, MDS responsibility, resident assessments, Diet recommendation and nutritional consults. Will assist to provide RD / DTR coverage throughout the LECOM continuum of care as well as provide services to senior adults throughout the community. Will take direction from lead building RD and Directory of Culinary Services for Lecom Senior Living communities.

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 vacation and sick time
• 6 Paid holidays each calendar year
• Referral program
• Employee appreciation and recognition events
• Up to $200/month towards childcare

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

THE LECOM INSTITUTE FOR SUCCESSFUL LIVING IS SEEKING A LICENSED NURSING HOME ADMINISTRATOR (LNHA) TO FILL THE KEY POSITION LECOM NURSING AND REHABILITATION, LOCATED AT 4114 SCHAPER AVE, ERIE PA 16508.

About LECOM Nursing and Rehabilitation

Located within five miles of all major Erie hospitals, LECOM Nursing and Rehabilitation provides skilled care in a bright, inviting setting. The highly trained clinical staff provides customized care through a team approach, meeting the needs of each resident as he or she progresses through therapy. LECOM Nursing and Rehabilitation offers specialized programs and a range of unique treatments for residents recovering from illnesses, post-accident trauma, chronic disease management, and surgical procedures. In addition, LECOM Nursing and Rehabilitation now offers Erie's first specialized Hospice Unit.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for overall facility management, profitability, operations, and direction in all aspects. Accountable for, but not limited to, census development, management of accounts receivable and collections, maximization of Net Operating Income, resident/patient care, state and federal survey compliance, positive employee relations, a positive return on investment, an effective business plan and implementation of core programs. Designated the representative in the facility and community. Follows all policies and procedures. Completes rounds of entire facility premises at least daily to ensure compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations. Hands-on involvement with the Social Services department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and experience equivalent to:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a CAHME (Commission of Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education) accredited institution in health administration, public administration, long-term care administration, or other relevant fields.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Registered Nurse license preferred.
• Must have successfully completed and passed the PA Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) exam.
• Completion of Board Approved internship in a medical setting or 3+ years experienced required.
• Completion of 800-1,000 hours Administrator-in-Training (AIT) preferred.
• Must complete required 48 hours of continuing education using web-based training approved by the NAB.

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!
• 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.

Medical Associates of Erie is seeking a reliable medical assistant to guarantee that each patient visit and the logistical arrangements surrounding the visit are carried out with courtesy, caring and consistency, while assisting the physician in patient care and education

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in patient care in the exam room as directed by physician
2. Perform clinical procedures under supervision of physician
3. Escort patients to exam rooms, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s electronic health record
4. Interview patients to make sure all information in electronic medical record is complete and current, including obtaining all necessary signed authorizations
5. Review medical record for progress notes, specialist templates and diagnostic records prior to patient visit. Ensure all related reports, labs and information is filed, if available, in patient’s electronic health record.  (pre-visit planning/chart prep)
6. Schedule tests, surgical procedures and coordinate referrals to provide continuous care for patients
7. Obtain all necessary authorizations as mandated by patient’s insurance
8. Track referrals for the practice to completion (report/result received and patient notified)
9. Perform lab draws, EKG’s and administer injections.
10. Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding medication and treatment protocol as instructed by physician
11. Keep exam rooms and medication storage room stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, prepare sterilization as required
12. Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls
13. Triage for urgency and process messages from patients and front office staff to physicians
14. Provide response to patient inquiry and concerns with attention to confidentiality
15. Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.)
16. Keep patients in waiting area informed of any unusual delays in physicians’ schedule
17. All other duties as assigned

Other Duties:

1. Assist in answering phone, scheduling appointments, making reminder calls as well as calling no shows
2. Be familiar with and implement all office policies and procedures
3. Attend all office meetings and training sessions
4. Understand and adhere to the professional policies and standards in the Employee Handbook
5. Goodwill ambassador for clinic, the hospital and the LECOM Health System by promoting awareness to the patient of all physicians and services LECOM Health provides
6. Provide clinical coverage at other locations when needed

Skills/Knowledge:

• Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections
• High School Diploma/Medical Assistant Training preferred
• Medical Assistant certification helpful
• Knowledge of Health Care Field
• Medical Terminology
• Grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Records

EEO

Medical Associates of Erie is seeking a reliable, experienced medical assistant to guarantee that each patient visit and the logistical arrangements surrounding the visit are carried out with courtesy, caring and consistency, while assisting the physician in patient care and education.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in patient care in the exam room as directed by physician
2. Perform clinical procedures under supervision of physician
3. Escort patients to exam rooms, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s electronic health record
4. Interview patients to make sure all information in electronic medical record is complete and current, including obtaining all necessary signed authorizations
5. Review medical record for progress notes, specialist templates and diagnostic records prior to patient visit. Ensure all related reports, labs and information is filed, if available, in patient’s electronic health record.  (pre-visit planning/chart prep)
6. Schedule tests, surgical procedures and coordinate referrals to provide continuous care for patients
7. Obtain all necessary authorizations as mandated by patient’s insurance
8. Track referrals for the practice to completion (report/result received and patient notified)
9. Perform lab draws, EKG’s and administer injections.
10. Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding medication and treatment protocol as instructed by physician
11. Keep exam rooms and medication storage room stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, prepare sterilization as required
12. Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls
13. Triage for urgency and process messages from patients and front office staff to physicians
14. Provide response to patient inquiry and concerns with attention to confidentiality
15. Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.)
16. Keep patients in waiting area informed of any unusual delays in physicians’ schedule
17. All other duties as assigned

Other Duties:

1. Assist in answering phone, scheduling appointments, making reminder calls as well as calling no shows
2. Be familiar with and implement all office policies and procedures
3. Attend all office meetings and training sessions
4. Understand and adhere to the professional policies and standards in the Employee Handbook
5. Goodwill ambassador for clinic, the hospital and the LECOM Health System by promoting awareness to the patient of all physicians and services LECOM Health provides
6. Provide clinical coverage at other locations when needed

Skills/Knowledge:

• Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections
• High School Diploma/Medical Assistant Training preferred
• Medical Assistant certification helpful
• 5+ years' experience preferred
• Knowledge of Health Care Field
• Medical Terminology
• Grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Records

EEO

Location: LECOM Institute for Successful Living, Erie PA
Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Per Diem
Shifts Available: Day, Evening, Night - 8 or 12 hour scheduling options

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults? Do you thrive in a warm, team-focused environment where compassion and clinical excellence go hand-in-hand? If so, we want you on our team!

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Geriatric Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our growing healthcare family. In this vital role, you'll provide skilled, patient-centered care to our elderly residents—enhancing their quality of life and preserving their dignity every single day.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver top-quality nursing care tailored to geriatric patients' unique needs
• Monitor residents' health and coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely
• Foster strong relationships with residents and their families
• Promote a nurturing, respectful, and empowering environment

Qualifications:

• Active RN or LPN license in the state of Pennsylvania
• Previous experience in geriatric or long-term care preferred (but not required—we train the right people!)
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to elder care
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay and shift differentials
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous PTO and holiday pay
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive leadership and a positive, people-first culture
• A chance to be part of something truly meaningful

Ready to bring your heart to work? Apply today and help us deliver exceptional care to the seniors who depend on us.

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.

About the LECOM Institute for Successful Living

With Erie County’s senior population now approaching one out of four residents, LECOM Health is committed to wellness for this growing age group. LECOM Health offers a full continuum of care from Independent Living and Personal Care apartments to Skilled Nursing Care and Outpatient services including In-Home Care, Home Health, and Hospice under the direction of the LECOM Institute for Successful Living.

Job Summary

We are looking for a reliable Full Time Transportation Assistant to act as a communication point for emergency and non-emergency calls. You will receive requests, transmit messages and track vehicles.

The ideal candidate must be primarily an excellent communicator and able to remain calm and composed, especially in emergency situations. You must be able to multi-task as well as take the appropriate action with little supervision.

The goal is to enable different parties to communicate well by ensuring the accurate and timely transmission of information.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and non-emergency calls and record significant information
• Address problems and requests by transmitting information or providing solutions
• Receive and dispatch orders for transport of patients, residents, or deliveries
• Prioritize calls according to urgency and importance
• Use radio, phone or computer to send crew, vehicles or other units to appropriate locations
• Monitor the route and status of field units to coordinate and prioritize their schedule
• Provide field units with information about orders, traffic, obstacles and requirements
• Enter data in computer system and maintain logs and records of calls, activities and other information

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as dispatcher or relevant position
• Tech-savvy with knowledge of relevant methods
• Fast typing with experience in data entry
• Knowledge of procedures and guideline for emergency situations
• Proficient in English (oral and written)
• Outstanding organizational and multitasking abilities
• Active listener with excellent communication skills
• Sound judgement and critical thinking
• High school diploma

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
• Up to $200/month towards childcare

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

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living has implemented a BRAND NEW Preferred PRN program aimed at offering one of the most competitive pay rates in our region!

As a Preferred PRN Resident Aide or Med Tech with the LECOM Institute for Successful Living, you will have multiple assisted living facilities in which you can work - all here in the Erie area - along with multiple scheduling options.

Our Preferred PRN Resident Aide pay rate is $16.50/hr and the Preferred PRN Med Tech pay rate is $19.00/hr. Terms and conditions apply. We encourage you to apply for more details.

Full Time positions are also available for those looking for access to employee benefits.

About Us

The Institute for Successful Living provides a comprehensive approach to wellness for adults in northwest Pennsylvania, helping them successfully live life to the fullest no matter their age. A nationally recognized leader in integrated healthcare, LECOM Health offers a full continuum of care including clinical practices, senior services, vaccine services, and more, under the direction of the Institute for Successful Living. We strive to provide the highest-quality patient-centered care while minimizing costs and maximizing patient experiences. Welcome to a health system focused on you.

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living has implemented a BRAND NEW Preferred PRN program aimed at offering one of the most competitive pay rates in our region!

As a Preferred PRN Respiratory Therapist with the LECOM Institute for Successful Living, you will have multiple skilled nursing facilities in which you can work - all here in the Erie area - along with multiple scheduling options.

Our Preferred PRN Respiratory Therapist pay rate is $35.00/hr. Terms and conditions apply. We encourage you to apply for more details.

Full Time positions are also available for those looking for access to employee benefits.

About Us

The Institute for Successful Living provides a comprehensive approach to wellness for adults in northwest Pennsylvania, helping them successfully live life to the fullest no matter their age. A nationally recognized leader in integrated healthcare, LECOM Health offers a full continuum of care including clinical practices, senior services, vaccine services, and more, under the direction of the Institute for Successful Living. We strive to provide the highest-quality patient-centered care while minimizing costs and maximizing patient experiences. Welcome to a health system focused on you.

LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion is a fully accredited healthcare facility dedicated to providing high-quality medical and behavioral health services. As the Erie region's leader in behavioral health care, we are committed to meeting the needs of our community through comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services.

SUMMARY: Responsible for duties and processes related to medical record retrieval, assembly, maintenance and processing. Responsible for scanning, analyzing and release of information in accordance with organizational timelines/policies and state/federal regulations. The HIM Technician safeguards and protects patient’s right to privacy and maintains confidentiality.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assembles charts of all discharged inpatient and outpatient in the prescribed fashion, making sure that each page carries the patient’s name and medical record number. Following the established order of assemble and filing protocol as referenced by facility policy and procedure; completes scanning of all records. After scanning, verify all documents are completed and proper form ID’s are applied.

2. Ensures records are complete and properly stored and/or organized before filing or archiving.

3. When directed, prepares records for purging and/or shredding and may participate in medical record destruction with direct supervision.

4. Examines medical records for current and discharged patients for completeness. Medical records are analyzed for deficiencies as defined by state and federal medical record requirements, and hospital policies. Deficiencies are tagged for completion and entered into the EMR.

5. Responsible for verifying the removal of deficiencies once completed by provider.

6. Tracks unaddressed chart delinquencies, sending notifications to applicable parties at designated points in time as specified by departmental policy.

7. Processes subpoenas, court orders, legal requests and other non-routine requests for information in addition to routine requests.

8. Answers telephones promptly and courteously. Routes calls, takes messages, and provides routine information to customers as appropriate.

9. Communicates cooperatively and constructively with physicians, patients, guests, and members of the healthcare team to ensure accurate and timely completion of processes and continuity of services.

10. Responsible for safeguarding patient records and protecting patients’ right to privacy by ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards and maintaining confidentiality in all phases of work.

11. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.

12. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education: High school or equivalent

Minimum Experience:

· 1-3 years of office experience required

· Knowledge of the medical record format, physiology and disease process, and understanding of medical terminology preferred. If no experience, strong interest in learning.

Come grow with us!!

LECOM Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is currently hiring a Full Time Social Service Case Manager.

Job Summary

The Case Manager/Medical Social Worker is responsible for performing case management, utilization review, quality assurance, and discharge planning.

Responsibilities specific to Case Management includes assessment, identification of specific needs, and social service intervention while in the acute setting. Awareness of services available to patients and their families are an important part of this assessment.

Responsibilities specific to Utilization Review include performing admission and concurrent review, and at times retro-review of all in-patients conforming to Medicare, Medicaid, and/or other Third Party Payer requirements. These review processes may be applicable also to Contracted Managed Care members who are patients in the acute/ extended care units of the hospital. Issuance of non-coverage letters at time of discharge to the acute/extended care patient is also considered part of the discharge planning process as specified by contracted Health Plans.

Responsibilities specific to Quality Assurance include performing surveillance and data collection as directed for trend recognition and development of effective actions/plans.

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work Membership of the Stroke team includes mandatory hours of education annually specifically related to diagnosis/assessment and management of acute stroke/ cerebrovascular disease.

Minimum Experience: 2 years clinical experience - preferred

LECOM Health Medical Center and Behavioral Health Pavilion, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is currently seeking a Part -Time IRU LPN (approximately 24 hours per week) to join our growing hospital.

Our Inpatient Rehab Unit LPNs provide professional nursing care under supervision for assigned patients according to established standards and practices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, quality assessment program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.

2. Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations.

3. Monitors medical condition of patients and reports changes to appropriate personnel.

4. Performs basic nursing procedures including application of simple dressings, administration of medications, and general rehabilitation nursing care.

5. Prepares, hangs, monitors and discontinues I.V. fluids.

6. Demonstrates sensitivity to patient’s comfort and privacy and expresses interest in their progress.

7. Monitors emotional stability of patients and reports changes to physician or charge nurse.

8. Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.

9. Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards.

10. Ensures an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment.

11. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings, and workshops as required.

12. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education: Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training

Minimum Experience: Sufficient previous clinical experience in area of assignment

Req. Certification/Registration: Current PA LPN license and CPR certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, or crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.