Tobacco Cessation Coordinator

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; East Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Tobacco Cessation Coordinator to initiate individual and group counseling and guide patients through cessation and treatment. The role collaborates with physicians and other professionals for referrals and participates in community outreach initiatives in the Lehigh Valley region.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 5 years in project management and public relations, CTTS certification within 1 year, and strong communication and public

Qualifications

• Five years managing large projects and budgets.
• Five years experience in public relations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Access and Excel.
• Public speaking experience.
• Driver's license required; PA state upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Initiates individual and group tobacco counseling and provides follow-up care through the cessation/treatment process.
• Collaborates with physicians, office practices, and other medical professionals for patient referrals.
• Participates in community outreach initiatives related to tobacco cessation.
• Schedules and triages services for the tobacco treatment program.
• Documents all patient encounters; maintains treatment programs and follow-up.
• Provides pharmacology recommendations and coordinates results with primary care provider.
• Performs outreach in-network and outside provider practices to establish cessation partnerships.
• Performs follow-up contact for inpatient tobacco cessation consults.

Skills

Project management

Public relations

Public speaking

Stakeholder coordination

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CTTS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Driver's License

Job description

Per DiemDay ShiftDepartmentRespiratory AdministrationShift DetailsDay Shift, 1 x 12 hr shift Twice a weekJob IDwd-JR140514PostedSeptember 21, 2026Tobacco Cessation CoordinatorJoin 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 healthcare 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.SummaryInitiates individual and group tobacco counseling and provides follow-up care through the cessation/treatment process. Collaborates with physicians, office practices, and other medical professionals for patient referrals. Participates in community outreach initiatives related to tobacco cessation. Schedules and triages services for the tobacco treatment program.Job DutiesPerforms patient assessment and facilitates group and individual cessation counseling for outpatient tobacco treatment services.Documents all patient encounters.Maintains individualized treatment programs and follow-up care.Performs follow-up contact (telephone or direct mail) for inpatient tobacco cessation consults.Conducts outreach in-network and outside provider practices to establish cessation partnerships.Provides pharmacology recommendations for patients and coordinates results with primary care provider.Carries out necessary tasks for triage and data collection.Ensures that assessment and treatment are appropriate to the age, education, and culture of the patient and families.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED5 years managing large projects and budgets and5 years experience public relations.Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.Experience managing grants.Public speaking experience.DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire andCTTS - Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist - Granted by Recognized Issuing Authority Within 1 YearPreferred QualificationsCompletion of a tobacco treatment program through one or more recognized tobacco treatment centers that are ATTUD accredited.1 year of experience with tobacco cessation program activities or related counseling (addiction).CTTS - Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist - Granted by Recognized Issuing Authority within 60 DaysAdditional QualificationsPhysical DemandsLift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *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.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUYLehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes..LocationLehigh Valley Hospital- Pocono206 E Brown St, 18301-3006, East Stroudsburg, United States (Map)