Discover Tyler’s career journey in facilities and support services at Northwell Health

Throughout his time at Northwell, Tyler Gillespie honed his skills to advance his career, received tuition reimbursement, and had mentors guide him, all of which have been instrumental to his professional growth. Learn more about Tyler, who has grown his career and today serves as vice president of capital projects administration at Northwell Health.

Tyler began his career with Northwell in 2004 as a perioperative assistant in the operating room at Glen Cove Hospital. There, he garnered experience in environmental services and patient transport duties while also taking on a part-time contracting position at night. After leaving in 2008 to further explore his passion in general contracting, Tyler found an opportunity to return to Northwell in 2010, leveraging his construction experience as a project coordinator in North Shore University Hospital’s (NSUH) engineering department. In this role, Tyler organized and managed project documentation, schedules and resources. He also tracked results and ensured projects ran smoothly.

This led Tyler to his next position in 2011 as a project manager at the same location, where he was responsible for the complete lifecycle of engineering projects. He also managed risks, delivered engineering solutions on time and within budget, and served as the primary point of contact. Two years later, Tyler grew in his role as a manager of design and construction at NSUH before beginning working as an assistant director of engineering in 2015. In this position, Tyler provided daily operational oversight and maintenance of critical infrastructure, ensuring a safe, functional, and compliant environment. In addition, he supervised staff and managed departmental resources. During this time, Tyler also leveraged Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program and earned his MBA in healthcare administration.

Tyler leveraged his skill set to help advance Northwell’s mission of providing high-quality care to patients and team members. “If what I do [at Northwell] makes the experience better and easier for our patients, as well as our team members, that is what is most rewarding to me,” shared Tyler.

In 2016, Tyler was promoted to director of capital projects at NSUH. He later took a position to gain more experience in managing large-scale capital construction projects along the East Coast and returned to Northwell again in 2021 as a vice president of design and construction, where he oversaw and directed strategic design, construction and renovation initiatives. Additionally, he managed capital budgets and led internal teams and external contractors.

Today, Tyler is the vice president of capital projects administration, where he also ensures the timely delivery of high-quality, compliant and cost-effective facilities that support Northwell’s growth and mission to provide the best patient care and experience.

“I love that I’ve been a part of helping to create some amazing teams and environments within Northwell. Northwell encourages entrepreneurship and outside-the-box solutions for the spaces we build and maintain, from in-house carpentry and cabinetry to artwork/design of spaces in our facilities,” said Tyler. “We can impact new builds and enhance our current facilities.”

Tyler appreciates that Northwell invested in his career growth and created pathways for professional advancement and hopes to do the same for his own team. He added, “Northwell gives you the ability to make your career what you want it to be.”

Discover a career well cared for in facilities leadership, construction, maintenance mechanics and other facilities professions. Learn more about opportunities with Northwell Health today.

A career driven by growth: Meet Mark, Director of Clinical Care at Northwell

At Northwell, our nurse leadership team demonstrates their commitment to exceptional care by incorporating innovative thinking into their practice and consistently delivering excellence that elevates the healthcare experience. Learn more about Mark Manalo, one of Northwell’s Truly Ambitious directors of clinical care, who grew in his career from nursing assistant to nurse leader.

Mark began his career journey at Northwell in 2012 as a nursing assistant at Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital. One year later, he transitioned into an emergency room technician role at the same location. Throughout his time in these roles, Mark’s leader worked with him to develop a schedule that allowed him to go to nursing school and support his department simultaneously. This led Mark to his next position, in 2014, as a critical care nursing fellow in the medical intensive care unit (ICU) at North Shore University Hospital. “My time in the critical care nursing fellowship fostered a supportive and educational environment where I could grow as an ICU nurse,” said Mark.

Following the end of the fellowship in 2016, Mark began his role as an assistant nurse manager in the ICU at Long Island Jewish Forest Hills Hospital. In 2017, while in this role, he began pursuing his master’s degree in nursing leadership. In 2018, he transitioned to an assistant nurse manager role in the respiratory and resuscitation care units at Long Island Jewish Medical Center while also finishing his education. In 2019, Mark began working as a critical care clinical professional development educator at Long Island Jewish Forest Hills, where he developed and delivered specialized training, orientations and competency programs for critical care nurses. He also fostered their professional development and clinical expertise to ensure quality patient care.

Today, Mark is working as a director of clinical care for Northwell’s critical care service line across the organization. Notably, Mark is the first nursing professional to hold this role; previously it was held by a physician. He is responsible for working with interdisciplinary teams across ICUs to elevate and standardize practice. Mark provides education, data and metrics for patients while also working with the National Society of Critical Care Medicine.

Mark credits the tools and opportunities he received at Northwell for helping him grow his career. “Northwell continues to push and challenge me and they provide the resources to work through various initiatives and problem-solving,” said Mark.

Mark is a three-time Nursing of the Year winner, and currently a nominee for Northwell’s inaugural Nursing Truly Awards. Mark was asked to be part of the emerging leaders council in 2017, which helped him pilot the 2019 Emerging Leaders Mentorship program. This program helps emerging professionals develop their careers by connecting them with experienced mentors who provide guidance, share knowledge and assist them in achieving their professional goals. . Currently, Mark is part of the LEADNEXT leadership development program, where he serves as a mentor for high school students and an advisor. “Northwell provided me with an official platform to serve as a mentee to those who excelled in their careers,” said Mark. “Now, I am provided with an opportunity to both give back what was given to me and make a difference in the lives of patients.”

Help us fulfill our mission of raising health for all and grow your nursing career at Northwell today.

Explore two different career paths beginning as a certified nursing assistant at Northwell Health.

At Northwell, our nurses are encouraged to grow in their career. They are supported with an accredited nurse residency program for new hires, fellowships, continued education with tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.

When you explore a career well cared for in nursing, you’ll find a fulfilling career with opportunities to expand your clinical skills, pursue new certifications and advance. Many nurses get their start as a certified nursing assistant.

Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) assist patients in obtaining maximal level of independence in activities of daily living. They also assist in performing direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the policies and procedures. CNAs also perform additional related duties such as taking vital signs, performing quality control checks and maintaining required documentation.

Here are the qualifications required for a certified nursing assistant at Northwell:
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current nursing assistant certification in New York State is required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• One to three (1-3) years of relevant experience or successful completion of Northwell’s CNA certification program is required.

Ready to explore a career in nursing at Northwell? Below, learn how you can begin your journey and see how Angela and Ryan took different paths. Their inspiring career journeys demonstrate how a starting role as a certified nursing assistant can unlock many career opportunities in nursing within Northwell.

For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or view our available certified nursing assistant roles here.

Angela
• 2006 – Certified Nursing Assistant, South Shore University Hospital
• 2010 – Patient Representative, South Shore University Hospital
• 2012 – Service Excellence Coordinator, South Shore University Hospital
• 2014 – Service Excellence and Patient Information Manager, South Shore University Hospital
• 2018 – Community Relations Director, South Shore University Hospital
• Current position – Principal, Public and Media Relations, South Shore University Hospital

Ryan
• 2016 – Certified Nursing Assistant, Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation
• 2018 – Respiratory Therapist, North Shore University Hospital
• 2021 – Senior Respiratory Therapist, North Shore University Hospital
• 2024 – Respiratory Therapy System Educator, North Shore University Hospital
• Current position – Lead Respiratory Therapist, North Shore University Hospital

Anthony’s Journey from the U.S. Navy to Northwell

At Northwell, we recognize that veterans and active members of the military can bring a wealth of knowledge and skills into the workplace. Anthony Castro, a U.S. Navy veteran, is making a meaningful impact as a security officer at Northwell’s Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Cohen Children’s Medical Center.

In his role, Anthony ensures the safety of our patients, visitors, and staff members. He conducts regular patrols, monitors video cameras, enforces strict access protocols, verifies identification, and responds when needed. Beyond safety and security duties, Anthony strives to provide exceptional customer service, guiding patients and visitors, and helping to maintain a welcoming environment.

Anthony served for eight years in the U.S. Navy as an aviation ordnance man. He was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, during which he worked in fast-paced and high-pressure environments, collaborating with his crew to ensure mission readiness. He gained valuable logistical experience by processing and tracking inventory. He served in active duty until 2006 and continued in the U.S. Navy Reserves for two more years.

After transitioning from the military to civilian life, he worked as a security officer for almost 20 years. Anthony says his Navy experience continues to shape the way he serves and leads in his role today. The discipline, leadership, and tactical skills he built in the Navy translate directly to his work at Northwell. “De-escalation, situational awareness, teamwork, and adaptability have become cornerstones of my approach to safety and patient care,” shared Anthony.

Since joining Northwell in 2022 as a security officer, Anthony adds that the camaraderie of all coworkers has made his career transition easier. He focuses on his one mission: keeping patients, visitors and team members safe. He is especially energized by work that has an impact and collaboration with team members. He also shares how he has benefited from Northwell’s VALOR BERG (Veterans and Allies Liaisons of Reintegration Business Employee Resource Group). “The best part of being here is the genuine respect and support Northwell shows to service members across the organization. It is a safe and fun place to work with great resources, forums for like-minded veterans to stay connected, benefits, a pension, and room for advancement.”

Northwell Health is proud to support active service members and veterans like Anthony with job search training, veteran-friendly transition programs, health and wellness services, MOS code job search, and other career development resources that make it even easier for them to find successful careers with us.

Learn how Northwell Health supports veterans and military service members

Celebrating Black History Month

This Black History Month, we are spotlighting two of our African American/Caribbean Bridges BERG (Business Employee Resource Group) team members, Tracy Clouden and Aisha Johnson. Discover how they are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging and find success in their career journeys at Northwell.

Tracy Clouden, Director, Customer Service, Revenue Cycle

Tracy joined Northwell in 2010 as a business manager, where she ensured accurate posting of insurance and patient payments. In 2014, Tracy began working as an assistant director of customer service in revenue cycle, where she implemented initiatives that enhanced patient experience and streamlined revenue service processes. These positions broadened her knowledge and ignited her passion for customer service which led her to become a director of customer service in 2022. Tracy attributes her dedication to operational excellence and enhancing patient experience to what led to her current role. In this leadership position, Tracy oversees multiple call centers, ensuring that billing inquiries are handled efficiently and timely. “Northwell’s collaborative and inclusive work environment, along with the organization’s commitment to professional development, assures me that I can grow my career while contributing to a team that truly cares about the communities it serves,“ Tracy said.

Tracy is also committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging through advocacy — ensuring her community’s voice is heard and valued. She joined the African American/Caribbean Bridges BERG to grow her network and to enhance her career, both professionally and personally. She emphasizes how the BERG helps foster connection and belonging by allowing her to contribute to a positive workplace culture with individuals who provide a supportive environment. This year’s African American/Caribbean Bridges BERG theme for Black History Month is Powerful Past and a Brighter Future. This theme is meaningful to Tracy and relates to her career at Northwell. This Black History Month, Tracy reflects on her role at Northwell and how she contributes to building a brighter future. “This theme motivates me to contribute even more to positive change in both my professional and personal life. I am proud to support initiatives that aim to promote equality and empowerment,” said Tracy.

Aisha Johnson, Scheduler, Endoscopy and Perioperative Services, North Shore University Hospital

Aisha began her career at Northwell in 2007 as an inpatient secretary at North Shore University Hospital (NSUH). She advanced in her career, serving as a surgical coordinator in 2020 for neurosurgery. In this role, she established strong relationships with physicians, supervisors and colleagues which led her to a senior administrative support coordinator role in 2022, then her current role as a perioperative scheduler in 2025. Currently, in her role, Aisha coordinates operating room and endoscopy schedules at NSUH, acting as a liaison among outpatient offices, medical staff and hospital services.

Aisha highlights the African American/Caribbean Bridges BERG’s impact on her career journey, explaining that it provided essential networking opportunities and made her a more well-rounded team member. “Joining the BERG has allowed me the opportunity to connect with people I may not have otherwise had the opportunity to meet at my day-to-day job,” she says. “The BERGs are a way to help me ‘refill my cup’ when I need it most.” Like Tracy, Aisha is also committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging through networking and strengthening personal and professional connections with other BERG members. Like Tracy, Aisha feels that this year’s theme of Powerful Past and a Brighter Future, relates to her career. “To me, this is a time to reflect upon our growth as a nation, and our growth at Northwell. This is an opportunity to remember all that we have accomplished and think about how we can contribute to building a brighter future,” said Aisha. This month, our African American/Caribbean Bridges BERG members are actively participating in events designed to further connect and uplift the community. These activities include virtual networking sessions, membership gatherings, fireside chats, and volunteering opportunities in the community. The BERG is also hosting a Black History Month Walk/Run to encourage health and wellness, foster connection within the Black community, and highlight the importance of representation in our communities.

Learn more about Northwell’s culture of inclusion and belonging.  Discover a career well cared for with our Truly Inclusive team.

Two paths to perfusion: Meet Danielle and Robert

At Northwell Health, our team members are dedicated to the well-being of our patients and the communities we serve. Our perfusionists are an integral part of patient care before and during surgery with responsibilities that include monitoring, preparing and operating extracorporeal circulation equipment. Learn more about Danielle and Robert’s career paths to becoming perfusionists at Northwell’s North Shore University Hospital (NSUH).

From respiratory therapist to perfusionist, meet Danielle

Danielle Castellano began her career with Northwell in 2018 as a respiratory therapist. She worked in the cardiothoracic intensive care unit (ICU) where she became interested in perfusion. In 2023, Danielle was accepted into a master’s program for cardiovascular sciences in perfusion medicine. While attending classes and clinical rotations, Danielle continued working per diem as a respiratory therapist at Huntington Hospital.

In 2025, she graduated from the program and began working as a full-time cardiovascular perfusionist at NSUH. “Northwell’s emphasis on professional growth helped guide my transition into a perfusionist role and my continued growth within the organization,” said Danielle. As a perfusionist, Danielle operates the heart-lung bypass machine during cardiac surgeries, temporarily taking over a patient’s heart and lung functions to create a bloodless surgical field. She monitors and manages physiological parameters, including blood flow, blood pressure and oxygenation. Danielle also collaborates with surgical teams to anticipate surgery needs, respond to changes and manages extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for patients requiring advanced cardiac or respiratory support.

From laboratory accessioner to perfusionist, meet Robert

In 2016, Robert Lorandini began his career at Northwell as a laboratory accessioner where he received, verified and prepared patient samples for testing. With the help of Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program, Robert was able to work in the laboratory and simultaneously complete his prerequisites for perfusion school. “Northwell’s investment in my studies along with strong mentorship from my leaders and team members helped me transition into a career in perfusion,” said Robert. While in school to become a perfusionist, Robert began a perfusion clinical rotation at NSUH in 2018, which helped him build foundational skills and confidence in the cardiac operating room.

In 2019, Robert completed school and started working as a staff perfusionist at NSUH. Currently, he manages cardiopulmonary bypass and supports complex cardiac procedures in collaboration with the surgical team. In 2021, Robert began working in a student coordinator role, where he mentors and guides perfusion students while also working as a perfusionist himself.

Through educational and professional opportunities offered at Northwell, our team members, like Danielle and Robert, feel supported to grow in their careers while contributing to our mission of providing outstanding care for our patients.

Discover a career well cared for in perfusion at Northwell Health today.

Explore two different career paths in respiratory care at Northwell Health

At Northwell, we believe your career should provide continuous opportunities for growth and support. That’s why we invest in our team members with robust benefits packages, flexible programs that promote well-being and work-life balance, and ongoing learning and development resources. When you explore a career well cared for in respiratory therapy, you’ll discover opportunities to strengthen your clinical expertise by pursuing advanced certifications or taking on new specialties or growing into a leadership role. You can get your start in a role such as a respiratory therapist.

Respiratory therapists help people who are struggling to breathe due to illness or injury. They deliver breathing treatments ordered by a physician and manage the machines and equipment that support patients’ lungs.

Here are the qualifications required for a respiratory therapist at Northwell:

• Associate’s degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Current license to practice as a respiratory therapist in New York State, and current Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) Certification in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience, required.

Ready to explore a career in respiratory therapy at Northwell? Below, see how Darlene and Romy took different paths, demonstrating how a starting role in respiratory care can unlock many career paths within Northwell.

For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or view our available respiratory therapy roles here.

Darlene’s Career Path

• 1988 – Certified Respiratory Therapist, South Shore University Hospital
• 1990 – Registered Respiratory Therapist, South Shore University Hospital
• 2013 – Certified Asthma Educator, South Shore University Hospital
• 2015 – Respiratory Therapy Assessor, South Shore University Hospital
• Current position – Clinical Coordinator, Pulmonary Rehabilitation South Shore University Hospital

Romy’s Career Path

• 2015 – Night Supervisor, Respiratory Care, Long Island Jewish Forest Hills
• 2018 – Manager, Respiratory Care, Long Island Jewish Forest Hills
• 2021 – Senior Manager, Respiratory Care, Long Island Jewish Forest Hills
• Current position – Director, Respiratory Care, Long Island Jewish Forest Hills

Discover Kelly’s career journey as a nurse manager of perioperative services at Northwell Health’s North Shore University Hospital

Kelly MacGilvray grew her skills and advanced her career with the support of her leaders and clinical development from an OR RN fellow to an OR nurse manager at Northwell Health’s North Shore University Hospital (NSUH).

Kelly began her career with Northwell in 2018 as an OR RN fellow at NSUH. There, she gained hands-on clinical experience assisting with surgical procedures, preparing the operating room, and ensuring patient safety. In addition, Kelly learned more about surgical techniques, how to accurately document procedures, and how to communicate effectively in the operating room through collaboration with her team. This set the foundation for Kelly to begin her next role as a staff OR RN at NSUH.

As a staff OR RN, Kelly prepared the operating room, assisted the surgical team and ensured all equipment, supplies and environments were sterile. She closely monitored the patient’s condition before, during and after surgery, kept records of procedures, and worked with the operating room staff to ensure efficiency and top-tier patient care.

Kelly felt like her leaders invested in her growth and created pathways for opportunity. “From the beginning, I realized Northwell is an organization where nurses could experience long, meaningful careers,” said Kelly. “The supportive environment in NSUH’s OR and the commitment to innovative patient care made Northwell a place where I knew I could build my career.”

This led Kelly to her next role as an OR assistant nurse manager specializing in orthopedic surgery in 2023. In this position, Kelly assisted with leading and managing OR nurses and surgical technologists by ensuring the OR is properly staffed and the team is trained for surgeries. She also advocated for patient needs and ensured all ORs were equipped with the necessary equipment and adhered to all safety and hygiene standards. Subsequently, Kelly was promoted to OR nurse manager in 2025, also specializing in orthopedic surgery.

As a nurse manager, Kelly oversees the OR’s daily operations, ensuring surgical procedures are efficiently scheduled and that equipment and supplies are available. She manages and supports nursing staff and provides guidance, training, and evaluations to ensure a high standard of care. Kelly is proud of her achievements during her time at Northwell, especially her career progression and her growth into a leadership role. “From my OR fellowship to my transition through leadership roles, my leaders at Northwell have always encouraged me to take on new challenges and build my skills,” said Kelly. “The guidance and resources Northwell provided me have shaped my career and prepared me to be a nurse manager.”

As a mentor for the nurses in NSUH’s operating room, she offers advice to those looking to grow their career, “Stay curious and do not be afraid to ask questions. Be eager to learn at every stage of your career. There is something new to learn every day.”

Discover a career well cared for with our nursing team and learn more about opportunities with Northwell Health today.

From specialty pharmacist to operations manager: Sherry’s career path at Northwell’s VIVOHealth Pharmacy

At Northwell‘s VIVOHealth Pharmacy, our team members are unified in their mission to deliver top-quality care for our patients’ medication needs. Responsible for medication preparation to distribution, our team is essential to supporting the well-being of the communities we serve.

Sherry Rizkalla began her career journey at Northwell Health in 2018 as a specialty pharmacist at VIVOHealth Pharmacy. In this role, she managed medication for patients with chronic or rare diseases, providing education on treatments and medications and their side effects. Sherry also collaborated with her colleagues and served as a patient advocate to ensure patients had accessible, specialized care.

In 2020, as a supervisor of specialty pharmacy at VIVOHealth Pharmacy, she managed a team of specialty pharmacists and oversaw medication management, patient education, safety and compliance, while facilitating patient access and care coordination with external providers.

Today, Sherry is working as a manager of specialty pharmacy operations. She now oversees specialty pharmacy operations for three VIVOHealth Pharmacy locations, two on Long Island and one in Queens, New York, which offer personalized support for patients with various conditions and their medication needs.

Sherry credits the tools and opportunities she has received at Northwell to grow in her career, from leadership development programs to growing her skillset. Sherry loves working at Northwell and is motivated to contribute to our mission of providing outstanding care to patients. She is also grateful for the opportunity to contribute to Northwell’s patient management program, which provides comprehensive support for patients for specialty medications, including financial assistance and clinical education. “This allows us to make a real difference in [our patients’] lives. It’s a privilege to practice at the highest level of our profession,” shared Sherry.

Our pharmacy team members can benefit from educational and professional opportunities including access to the Pharmacy Technician University. Discover a career well cared for in pharmacy at Northwell Health’s VIVOHealth Pharmacy today.

Explore two different career paths as an imaging professional at Northwell Health.

At Northwell, we believe your career should have ongoing opportunities for professional growth. We invest in our team members by offering resources from comprehensive well-being programs to providing ongoing professional development. When you explore a career well cared for in imaging, you’ll find a fulfilling career path with opportunities to expand your clinical skills, pursue new certifications and advance your career. You can get your start in a role such as a radiology technologist.

Radiology technologists operate X-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body. They also perform quality control checks and maintain required documentation.

Here are the qualifications required for a radiology technologist at Northwell:

• Vocational or technical school diploma is required.
• Current license to practice as a radiology technologist in New York State is required.
• Current ARRT radiology registration is required.
• One to three (1-3) years of technical experience is required.

Ready to explore a career in imaging at Northwell? Below, learn how you can begin your journey and see how Deanna and Frank took different paths. Their inspiring career journeys demonstrate how a starting role as a radiologic technologist can unlock many career paths as an imaging professional within Northwell.

For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or view our available imaging roles here.

Deanna

• 2015 – Radiologic Technologist, Cohen Children’s Medical Center
• 2016 – Radiologic Technologist, Long Island Jewish Medical Center
• 2019 – Lead Radiology Technologist, Long Island Jewish Medical Center
• Current position – Manager, Imaging Services, Plainview Hospital

Frank

• 2002 – Radiologic Technologist, Plainview Hospital
• 2007 – CT Technologist, Plainview Hospital
• 2013 – Interventional Technologist, Plainview Hospital
• 2016 – Imaging Supervisor, The Bay Shore Imaging Center
• Current position – Manager, Imaging Services, Bay Shore, Great South Bay Imaging and Grossman Imaging

From student nurse extern to registered nurse, discover Leah’s career journey at Northwell Health

At Northwell Health, our nursing team members demonstrate compassionate, innovative care for our patients. We foster our nurses’ professional journeys by offering educational opportunities and work experience to gain new skills for continued success. Read on to learn more about Leah, one of our dedicated registered nurses (RNs) at Northwell’s Northern Westchester Hospital.

Leah began her career journey at Northwell Health in 2019 as a student nurse extern in Northern Westchester Hospital’s post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). In this role, under RN supervision, Leah closely monitored patients’ vital signs, performed basic care tasks and reported any changes in condition. She also supported her unit operations by documenting observations and facilitating efficient patient flow, applying what she learned in the classroom to clinical practice.

This led Leah to her next role in 2020 as a critical care RN fellow in Northern Westchester Hospital’s intensive care unit (ICU). In this role, Leah provided care for critically ill patients by monitoring and interpreting data from life-support systems, including heart monitors and breathing machines. She was responsible for acting quickly in emergencies and worked with physicians and other hospital team members to provide compassionate patient care. She learned advanced techniques and gained critical thinking skills, which helped her obtain her critical care RN certification in 2021 and led her to graduate from her program and transition from an RN fellow to an RN in the same hospital and unit.

She also performed frequent in-depth assessments to detect any changes in patient status and administered medications. Working in the ICU, Leah was skilled in crisis management, offering emotional support, education and advocacy for patients and their families. Building confidence in this role, Leah pursued training as a charge nurse, preceptor and rapid response team nurse. Leah shared, “In my transition from the intensive care unit to the cardiac catheterization lab, I was supported by leadership, my colleagues and the entire nursing education department.”

Today, Leah is responsible for caring for patients undergoing cardiac or electrophysiology procedures. She monitors patients before their operation by conducting pre-procedure assessments and administering medications. During the procedure, she monitors patients’ vital signs and assists the physicians. Post-procedure, Leah monitors the access site for complications and ensures patient pain management and discharge.

Since joining Northwell, Leah is grateful that her goals have been discussed and are supported by her nurse manager. She has leveraged many opportunities to advance her career, from her critical care registered nursing certification to her involvement in the Nurse Recruitment, Retention and Credentialing Council, which develops meaningful recognition strategies to celebrate credentialed RNs.  She is also thankful for her team and their encouragement along her career journey, as well as for the many programs and resources Northwell offers its team members, such as tuition assistance and reimbursement programs and student loan refinancing. “I love my team’s culture of care and the overwhelming support we receive every day. Our team provides high-quality, patient-centered care because we, as team members, are cared for as well,” said Leah.

Discover a career well cared for in nursing with Northwell Health today.

Explore two different career paths, starting as a medical assistant at Northwell Health.

At Northwell, we believe your career should be a dynamic journey. We invest in our team members by offering resources from comprehensive well-being programs to providing ongoing professional development. When you explore a career well cared for with our team as a medical assistant, you’ll find a fulfilling career path with opportunities to expand your clinical skills, pursue new certifications and advance your career.

Medical assistants prepare patients for the physician, administering, obtaining and recording diagnostic laboratory test results. They assist in coordinating the organization of care to meet patient needs, including preparing, organizing and filing reports into the medical record. Here are the qualifications required for a medical assistant position at Northwell:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a medical assistant training program with a certificate.

OR

• One to three (1-3) years of experience as a medical assistant, emergency medical technician or certified nursing attendant (with a valid certificate).

OR

• Successful completion of the Northwell Health Medical Assistant training program.

Ready to explore a career at Northwell? Below, learn how you can begin your journey as a medical assistant and see how Holly and Karla took different paths, listed below. Their inspiring career journeys demonstrate how a starting role as a medical assistant can unlock many career paths within Northwell. Discover a career well cared for as a medical assistant.

For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or view our available medical assistant roles here.

 

Holly’s Career Path

• 2012 – Medical Assistant, Northwell Health Physician Partners
• 2014 – Senior Medical Assistant, Northwell Health Physician Partners
• 2018 – Coordinator, Administrative Operations, Northwell Health
• 2020 – Associate Product Services and Management Analyst, Northwell Health
• 2022 – Product Services and Management Analyst, Northwell Health
• Current position – Senior Product Services and Management Analyst, Northwell Health

Click here to learn more about Holly’s career journey at Northwell.

Karla’s Career Path

• 2016 – Certified Medical Assistant, Cardiology, Phelps Hospital
• 2018 – Certified Medical Assistant, Endocrinology, Phelps Hospital
• 2019 – Patient Care Associate, Medical/Surgical, Phelps Hospital
• Current position – Registered Nurse, Phelps Hospital

Click here to learn more about what a day in the life of a medical assistant looks like.

A career journey fueled by compassion in behavioral health

At Northwell Health, our behavioral health team members provide services and resources at every stage of care for individuals affected by mental health and/or addictionRead on to learn more about Lauren Kolonoskie, a Truly Compassionate behavioral health supervisor at Mather Hospital.

Lauren began her career journey with Northwell Health in 2017 as a behavioral health social worker at Mather Hospital’s outpatient mental health clinic. In this role, she provided counseling and crisis intervention, inclusive of action and discharge plans, to patients and families to help improve their wellbeing. As part of her role, she also served as a patient advocate, helping them navigate through any potential barriers they may be facing.

This experience helped Lauren with her current role as a behavioral health supervisor at Mather Hospital’s outpatient clinic. In this role, Lauren provides evidence-based mental health treatment to a individuals and supports clinic directors with administrative tasks related to daily operations. In addition, Lauren  supervises, provides guidance, and education to social workers at the outpatient clinic so they can deliver the best patient care.

Since joining Northwell, Lauren has leveraged resources and opportunities to advance her career. With the support of her leaders and fellow team members, she’s felt motivated to continue learning and has participated in educational trainings. One training offered her a way to enhance her skills as a clinician on topics including trauma, grief, obsessive compulsive disorder and substance abuse. “I love the opportunities Northwell offers to support my career growth, such as professional development and leadership training. I am glad that I can engage in wellness programs and that my fellow team members motivate me to keep learning,” said Lauren.

Lauren is passionate about contributing to Northwell’s mission to provide care to our team members and the communities we serve, and she is involved in programs Northwell offers as part of our Center for Traumatic Stress, Resilience and Recovery. These programs offer resources, education and training on how to manage and identify stress  in workplaces across our communities.

Discover a career well cared for in behavioral health with Northwell Health today.

Explore two different career paths in clinical laboratory science at Northwell Health.

At Northwell, there are many different paths you can take that can lead you toward a rewarding career journey. Our Northwell team members can advance their careers in many different ways and pursue specialties of interest through professional resources and development programs. This includes on-the-job training, continuing education opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation (CLI), tuition assistance, mentorship programs and more.

Clinical laboratory technologists perform procedures, examinations and other tests in line with established protocols, including maintaining equipment and records, and perform quality assurance activities. Here are the qualifications required for a clinical laboratory technologist position at Northwell:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree.
• Current license to practice as a clinical laboratory technologist in New York State is required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• Requires 0-1 years of technical experience.

Below, learn how you can begin your journey as a clinical laboratory technologist and see how Chandni and Rova took different paths for a clinical laboratory science career at Northwell. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or view our available clinical laboratory roles here.

Chandni Patel

• 2009 – Intern/Student, Center for Advanced Medicine, Glen Cove Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital
• 2010 – Laboratory Technologist, South Shore University Hospital
• 2011 – Blood Bank Technologist, North Shore University Hospital
• 2017 – Blood Bank Supervisor, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital
• 2019 – Blood Bank and Quality Laboratory Operations Manager, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital
• Current position – Blood Bank Laboratory Operations Manager, Plainview Hospital and Syosset Hospital

Click here to learn more about Chandni’s career journey at Northwell.

Rova Lee-Huang

• 2012 – Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Molecular Pathology Laboratory, North Shore University Hospital
• 2016 – Clinical Laboratory Technical Specialist, Molecular Pathology Laboratory, North Shore University Hospital
• 2018 – Clinical Laboratory Lead Technologist, Molecular Pathology Laboratory, North Shore University Hospital
• 2021 – Manager, Clinical Laboratory Quality, Laboratory Administration, North Shore University Hospital
• Current position – Director, Clinical Laboratory Operations, Huntington Hospital

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