Diagnostic Technologist - Per Diem

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Town of Easton (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking an experienced RN First Assistant to support providers during office hours and scrub on surgical procedures under supervision. The role requires a Nursing Bachelor’s, PA RN licensure, and OR experience with orthopedic cases.

You will work day shifts in an onsite hospital setting, participating in patient care, perioperative activities, and ongoing patient safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.
• 2 years of orthopedic case in the operating room.
• 4 years in the operating room.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports the Professional Practice Model and participates in efforts related to the key components.
• Prevents Intervenes to correct, minimize, or intervenes in actual or potential risks, upon observation of physiological or behavioral data.
• Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process.
• Problem solves, troubleshoots, and takes corrective measures in the care and handling of equipment.
• Serves as a preceptor for new employees, transfers, and/or affiliating students.
• Shares with others and utilizes information learned in daily work practices, continuing education, and in-services.

Skills

Orthopedic OR experience

Operating room experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

RN Licensure_PA

Tools

CRNFA-Cert RN First Assistant

AHA Basic Life Support

Job description

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

Assists the provider during office hours with clinical duties (i.e. rooming patients, cast/splint application and removal, etc.), and also assists by scrubbing on surgical procedures while under the supervision of the surgeon and physician assistant.

Job Duties

• Actively supports the Professional Practice Model and participates in efforts related to the key components.
• Prevents Intervenes to correct, minimize, or intervenes in actual or potential risks, upon observation of physiological or behavioral data.
• Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process.
• Problem solves, troubleshoots, and takes corrective measures in the care and handling of equipment.
• Serves as a preceptor for new employees, transfers, and/or affiliating students.
• Shares with others and utilizes information learned in daily work practices, continuing education, and in-services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• 2 years of orthopedic case in the operating room. and
• 4 years in the operating room.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• CRNFA-Cert RN First Assistant CCICBPN - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

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.

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.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

3794 Hecktown Rd

Primary Location:

Health Center at Hecktown Oaks

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Work Schedule 8.00a- 2:00p