Invasive Cardiology Care Partner - Bethlehem, United States - Lehigh Valley Health Network

Lehigh Valley Health Network

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Bethlehem, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Join a team that delivers excellence.

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.

Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience.

Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years.

We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region.

Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital

Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital
Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary
Provides indirect patient care and support services to meet patient and department environmental needs. Conducts housekeeping tasks, patient escort, stocking and distribution, material transport, and equipment and supply maintenance. Maintains flexibility to assist all areas of the Invasive Cardiology Suite. Provides cross-campus coverage, as needed.

Job Duties

Performs effective cleaning and disinfection of procedural rooms after cases, as well as patient bays in holding and recovery in a timely manner to maintain productivity and efficiency of the Invasive Cardiology Suite. Maintains an overall clean environment.
Works closely with staff to stock and ensure availability of supplies.
Ensures timely delivery of supplies to be sterilized to SPD at designated times throughout the shift.
Assists with transportation of the patients to and from the procedural rooms, holding and recovery area upon discharge. Monitors if additional beds, stretchers, or wheelchairs are needed and available.
Promotes a positive patient experience and in partnering with all members of the Invasive Cardiology Suite to provide excellence in customer service.
Performs appropriate care and handling of patient specimens.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years old or older
Demonstrates sound judgment. Demonstrates mature and conscientious behavior.
Demonstrates the ability to adapt and accept change.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support
State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs

Examples:
Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift.

*Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer:
This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position.

It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs.

Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice.

Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law.

All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy.

Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

About LVHN:

LVHN hospitals in the Lehigh Valley are the only hospitals in the region to have received Magnet recognition five consecutive times since 2002.

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