Bariatric Surgery Coordinator

Tenor Health Foundation; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenor Health Foundation is seeking a Bariatric Surgery Coordinator based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. This role involves coordinating and supervising the Bariatric Program, including patient education and surgery coordination. Candidates should be graduates of accredited nursing programs with preferred Bariatric certification and at least five years of nursing experience. The position requires a valid PA Registered Nurse license and BLS certification. Join our team to make a difference in patient care and support!

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with desired certification in Bariatric Surgery.
• At least five (5) years of experience as a nurse, preferably in surgical and bariatric settings.
• Current PA license as a Registered Nurse, certification in BLS by the end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise all aspects of the Bariatric Program.
• Facilitate patient education and support group meetings.
• Coordinate patients' surgery with hospital and physician office.

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

The Bariatric Surgery Coordinator will coordinate and supervise all aspects of the Bariatric Program, including but not limited to: patient education, patient support group meetings, staff education, and coordination of patients' surgery with hospital and physician office. This position reports directly to the Clinical Director of Bariatric.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program; preferred to have certification in Bariatric Surgery as offered by the American Society of Bariatric Surgeons desirable or prior experience working with surgical and bariatric patients.
• Experience/Specialized Skills/Aptitudes: Desirable characteristics include at least five (5) years of experience as a nurse, preferably in the area of application.
• Licenses/Certificates: Must possess current PA license as a Registered Nurse. Must obtain and maintain a current certification in BLS and must be complete prior to end of orientation period. The Bariatric Surgery Coordinator will be an active Affiliate Member of ASBS.