Per Diem / PRN First Assist Technician
PennState Health
Hershey, PA
5x8 hrs, Days
$19-29/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
Pay
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Life insurance
- Discount program
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
- Apply now to connect with a recruiter about a staff role at PennState Health!
Description
SUMMARY OF POSITION :
Assist physicians and clinical care team with the coordination of patient care encounters and schedule navigation. This supportive role assists in acquisition of outside medical records and images, tracking of required updates, organizing information and database assistance. Retrieving and recording labs, triage of patient and provider phone calls and general assistance to nurse coordinators.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
Associate's degree or High School Diploma with two (2) years of experience in a medical office setting required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
Experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA) preferred.
Knowledge of Cardiology or Cardiac Surgery terminology preferred.
Recruiter: Ashlee Hoffman
Employer
PennState Health
About Hershey, PA
As a travel nurse in Hershey, PA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hershey, PA is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may match up with the higher cost of living due to the presence of major companies and institutions in the area.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 22°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Hershey, PA, and can be found with relative ease due to the city's popularity as a tourist destination.
- Hershey, PA is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is recommended for getting around the city and its surrounding areas.
- Hershey, PA has a diverse population with a mix of different age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of flowers and trees in the area.
- The city is also known for its large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the Penn State University College of Medicine.
- Hershey, PA offers a variety of activities including visiting the Hershey Story Museum, exploring the Hershey Gardens, enjoying Hersheypark with its rides and roller coasters, and attending events at Hersheypark Stadium.
- There are also golf courses, museums, and other recreational opportunities.