A Journey of Self-Reflection and Career Progression: Meet Diana, Clinical Lab Technician, Histology

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A Journey of Self-Reflection and Career Progression: Meet Diana, Clinical Lab Technician, Histology

At Northwell Health, our clinical laboratory technicians work behind the scenes to perform clinical laboratory tasks that aide in the diagnosis of illnesses. Using the nation’s most advanced technology, Northwell’s clinical laboratory professionals can deliver accurate information to help inform and contribute to vital healthcare decisions. Meet Diana Pena, one of Northwell Health’s dedicated clinical laboratory technicians in our histology department.

Diana started her career journey at Northwell Health in 2011 when she was just 22-years old as a patient care associate at North Shore University Hospital (NSUH). At the time, she did not have a specific career path or industry in mind. She was not sure she even wanted to work in the healthcare industry. Diana worked as a patient care associate for over five years. Then, she was temporarily placed in NSUH’s histology department. While working in histology, Diana was exposed to a different side of patient care that she was never exposed to before. She realized that health care was her calling and was compelled to begin building her career. In 2016, Diana was offered a permanent position and began working as a clinical lab associate on NSUH’s pathology team, the same department where she first discovered her passion for the field. Working alongside her fellow colleagues, Diana was motivated to return to school to become a clinical laboratory technologist and is in the process of continuing her education to do so.

Throughout her time at Northwell, Diana learned to welcome change, which led her to her current career path. As a clinical laboratory technician at Northwell’s North Shore University Hospital, Diana is responsible for handling and processing patient tissue specimens received by the pathology department and embedding, cutting and staining these specimens so they can be reviewed by a pathologist for patient diagnosis. She also maintains laboratory equipment, supplies and ensures a safe working environment in the laboratory for her team members. Diana is grateful that Northwell has supported her and allowed her to advance from one position to another along her career journey. “During my time with Northwell Health, I have been given the opportunity to advance from one position to another with leaders and team members who support my career growth.”

Discover a career well cared for at Northwell Health and learn more about available clinical laboratory opportunities.

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National Family Caregivers Month

Nov 25, 2024/in Career Paths, Wellness & Benefits /by kaiello

An opportunity to recognize and show support for all caregivers.

With this year’s National Family Caregivers Month theme, “Caregiving Around the Clock,” we wanted to hear from our own team members about their career journey and experiences as a member of Northwell Health’s Caregiver BERG (Business Employee Resource Group).

Did you know that 73% of all employees in the United States have some type of current caregiving responsibility*? Northwell’s Caregiver BERG was founded to provide support in sharing available resources and developing a workplace culture that helps ease the responsibilities of caregiving. The BERG is comprised of working parents, caregivers for an adult loved one or people caring for both an adult loved one and children.

Meet Dina Morgan, senior advisor for the Employee and Family Assistance Program and co-chair of our Caregiver BERG. Below is her story.

Dina Morgan, Sr. Advisor, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Co-Chair, Caregiver BERG

Dina has specialized in healthcare communications, corporate wellness and health promotion throughout her 40-year career. Prior to joining Northwell in 2016, she had completed a health coach certification and was working on building a health coaching program at a start-up company. Dina came aboard Northwell as a wellness learning and communications specialist, focused on the communications launch of Northwell’s new well-being app, Virgin Pulse and our annual Step Challenge – a walking challenge that features a different destination to motivate team members to stay active and make healthier choices while working as a team.

From there, Dina became an internal communications specialist in 2018 and continued to grow her role in 2019 as an employee wellness program manager. In 2020, Dina became a senior program manager for employee wellness and employee family assistance program (EAP). After two years in that role, she was promoted to director of operations for EAP and then in 2024, moved into her current role as a senior advisor for EAP.

At Northwell, we understand how feeling supported in any caregiver role is important to reduce stress and create a community of people. We prioritize organizing our vast resources so that our team members and their families can get access to what they need, no matter where they are in their caregiver journey. “The Caregiver BERG is so important at Northwell,” shared Dina, “because it allows our organization to support our team members on several key levels so they can thrive in the workplace while managing work-life balance at home.”

Dina loves sharing her experience about the wonderful work the Caregiver BERG and Working Parent Community Support Sessions do to create inclusive and equitable environments. Team members can openly share what’s happening for them, receive incredible insights from fellow colleagues and more support from our counselors. “Personally, I’ve had deeper conversations with my aging parents about things we need to have in place, anticipating their eventual changes as they grow older. These are conversations I didn’t really know I needed to have, and learned quickly that I don’t have to do it alone when the time comes. There are knowledgeable and accessible resources to help along the way.”

This National Family Caregivers Month, Dina encourages everyone to take a moment to reflect on who they are caring for before they arrive at work, and who they are going home to, to care for after work. “If you have even one person you make time for each day to care for – whether it’s preparing a meal, picking up a medication, etc. – that makes you a caregiver. It’s one of the many hats you may wear in your workday on top of your professional responsibilities.” Northwell’s Caregiver BERG supports each caregiver by providing professionals who know how to help caregivers navigate their responsibilities, teach them about helpful resources and how to access them.

Dina is passionate about going the extra mile to advance Northwell’s mission of diversity, inclusion and health equity inside and outside our organization. Discover a career well cared for with our Truly Together team.

*The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. (2023, December 20). A modern look at caregivers in the U.S. New York, NY.

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From surgical technologist to nurse practitioner, discover another career path into nursing at Northwell Health

Nov 06, 2024/in Career Paths, Nursing /by ezumbach

From surgical technologist to a nurse practitioner, discover a new career path at Northwell Health

From surgical technologist to nurse practitioner, discover another career path into nursing at Northwell Health

Are you looking to grow into a career in nursing? At Northwell, our team members can advance their careers, both clinical and non-clinical, through various personal and professional development programs, including educational opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation, mentorships, Business Employee Resource Groups (BERGs), tuition reimbursement and more.

Below, you can explore one of the many ways you can grow from a surgical technologist to a registered nurse to a nurse practitioner. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as a surgical technologist and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.

View our available surgical technologist roles today.

Surgical Technologist

Surgical technologists assist in the care and preparation of surgical patients. These team members work alongside the surgical team, creating and maintaining a sterile field. They act under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN), who is immediately available to respond to emergencies.

Requires vocational or technical school diploma.
Requires current surgical technologist certification, plus specialized certifications as needed.
Requires one (1) to three (3) years of technical experience.

As you move along your career path from a surgical technologist to a registered nurse, you can pursue a degree in nursing by utilizing Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program. This will allow you to broaden your patient care skills while also continuing your education.

Registered Nurse

Registered nurses perform an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Our nurses collaborate with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. They may also use leadership skills and clinical judgment in coordinating patient care, while directing and delegating activities of the patient care unit team.

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor’s degree in nursing, preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State, plus specialized certifications as needed.

As you transition from a registered nurse to a nurse practitioner, you will continue your education towards a master’s degree in a nurse practitioner program and national board certification in a specific area of specialty. This will allow you to continue advancing your patient care skills while also gaining expertise in leadership.

Nurse Practitioner

Nurse practitioners perform a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and outcome evaluation. They also participate in performance improvement, research and educational activities.

Requires a master’s degree in a nurse practitioner program and national board certification in specialty area.
Requires current license to practice as a nurse practitioner and as a registered professional nurse in New York State.
Has a collaborative practice agreement with designated protocols filed with NYS Department of Education or collaborative relationship attestation as per the Nurse Practitioner Modernization Act 2015.
Requires current BLS certification.

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Reflecting on Filipino American Heritage Month and a Truly Inclusive Culture

Oct 15, 2024/in Diversity & Inclusion /by mperlman

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Reflecting on Filipino American Heritage Month and a Truly Inclusive Culture

With this year’s Filipino American Heritage Month theme, “A History of Struggle, Solidarity, and Resilience,” we wanted to connect with two of our Filipino-American team members, Ronald and Jennifer, from our Asian-Bridges BERG (Business Employee Resource Group) about their career journeys and finding success at Northwell.

Ronald Nonaillada, Director, Rehabilitation Services, Plainview Hospital and Syosset Hospital

Ronald Nonailada began his career at Northwell in 1999 as an occupational therapist. He held the same title, working at different sites including Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation and North Shore University Hospital. In 2008, Ronald took on a new role as a program manager where his efforts revolved around program development, performance, and quality improvement. This led Ronald to his current role as a director of rehabilitation services at Plainview Hospital and Syosset Hospital. In his role, Ronald is responsible for strategic planning, development, and daily operations of his department. He is also involved in staff management and development, revenue cycle, physician relations and patient satisfaction.

Over these two decades, Ronald’s career development has been supported at Northwell in many ways. With the help of Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program, he earned his Master of Public Administration with a specialization in Health Policy from City University of New York at Bernard M. Baruch College. Ronald also took courses at Northwell’s Center for Learning and Innovation to further his career growth on topics including strategic planning, change management and emotional intelligence.

Ronald is passionate about being a part of the Asian Bridges-BERG and the impact his membership has on his career journey. “Becoming an active member of the Asian Bridges BERG at Northwell has expanded my professional network and helped reinforce my skills to drive many of Northwell’s business goals and objectives in providing elite patient care.” Ronald also emphasized the importance of BERGs in promoting tradition, culture and well-being. “It is important for Northwell to have resources like this because the BERG provides a safe space for proud and passionate Filipino and Filipino-American team members to share and celebrate our traditions and culture.”

Jennifer Reyes, MS, RN, NPD-BC, CCRN, Director, Patient Care Services, North Shore University Hospital

In her role as director of patient care services of the magnet program at North Shore University Hospital, Jennifer Reyes oversees the Magnet designation, which highlights nursing excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration for patient care. Jennifer’s focus is fostering a healthy work environment and nurse development. In addition, she also co-founded and coordinated efforts with the System Domestic Violence Taskforce, which works to address the issue of domestic violence in our communities. Jennifer began her career at Northwell in 2007 as a critical care nurse fellow in Long Island Jewish Medical Center’s Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit. Five years later, she began working as a critical care nurse in the same hospital’s Coronary Care Unit before she worked as an assistant nurse manager in 2016 in the same unit. Three years later, Jennifer worked as a critical care educator at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. In 2021, she took on the role of associate clinical professional development educator until she was promoted to clinical professional development educator a year later. This led her to her current role today.

Northwell has supported Jennifer’s career journey in many ways these past 17 years. Through benefitting from Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program, she earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing, and also went back to school to obtain her master’s degree in nursing education. Jennifer also participated in Northwell’s Diversity and Inclusion Mentorship Program in 2019 where she was able to embrace her passion for learning while connecting with like-minded individuals.

Jennifer is passionate about Filipino American Heritage Month and her role in the Asian-Bridges BERG . As a member of this BERG, Jennifer participates in and promotes events through her networks at Northwell with the goal of spreading awareness and reaching as many team members as possible. “This month, I think about how important it is to remember those who came before us and honor our Filipino American community members,” she shared. “I am so glad the Bridges BERGs bring awareness and understanding to cultures like mine, and that my team members feel a sense of belonging.”

Ronald and Jennifer are individuals who celebrate inclusivity, connection and share Northwell’s commitment to fostering a culture of equity and belonging in the workplace. Discover a career well cared for with our Truly Inclusive team.

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From pharmacist to pharmacy leadership and beyond, discover a Truly Compassionate career at Northwell Health

Oct 09, 2024/in Career Paths, Clinical Care, Pharmacy /by ptaheri

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From pharmacist to pharmacy leadership and beyond, discover a Truly Compassionate career at Northwell Health

Advance in your Truly Compassionate pharmacy career by leading a team of dedicated pharmacists who are responsible for keeping patients well-informed about their care and medication. Our team members have access to professional development opportunities across our health system to help grow their career.

Below, you can learn more about one of the many ways you can grow your career from a pharmacist to a director of pharmacy. For the complete job descriptions of each role, visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on your pharmacy career and discover a career well cared for at Northwell.

View our available pharmacy roles today.

Pharmacist: Dispenses medications and other pharmaceutical products using standard procedures to fill written prescriptions issued by physicians and other qualified prescribers.

Requires bachelor’s degree in pharmacy.
Current license to practice as a pharmacist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications, as needed.
One to three years of relevant experience, required.

You have an opportunity to grow from a pharmacist to a senior pharmacist after obtaining three to five years of relevant experience.

Senior Pharmacist: Guides team members to carry out daily operations of the pharmacy department while performing all duties of a licensed pharmacist. Organizes workflow and team schedules to ensure efficient and timely service. Participates in performance improvement activities.

Requires bachelor’s degree in pharmacy.
Current license to practice as a pharmacist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications, as needed.
Three to five years of relevant experience, required.

Next, you have the opportunity to grow from a senior pharmacist to a lead pharmacist after obtaining five to seven years of relevant experience.

Supervisor, Pharmacy: Supervises and coordinates the team in the planning of pharmacy activities in accordance with established standards. Compounds and dispenses medications and other pharmaceutical products using standard procedures to fill written prescriptions. Reviews prescriptions for accuracy, completeness and issuance by an authorized prescriber.

Requires bachelor’s degree in pharmacy.
Current license to practice as a pharmacist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications, as needed.
Four to six years of relevant experience and zero to two years of leadership / management experience, required.

Next, you have the opportunity to grow from a supervisor to a manager after obtaining six to eight years of relevant experience and two to five years of leadership / management experience.

Manager, Pharmacy: Manages, plans, organizes and evaluates the team, activities and resources of pharmacy operations. Prepares and dispenses medications in accordance with established policies and procedures when needed to maintain operational objectives. Maintains operational records and statistics. May lead or participate-in department projects, studies or initiatives.

Requires bachelor’s degree in pharmacy.
Current license to practice as a pharmacist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications, as needed.
Six to eight years of relevant experience and two to five years of leadership / management experience, required.

With six to 10 years of relevant experience and five to seven years of leadership, you have the opportunity to grow into a senior manager role as you continue your career journey.

Senior Manager, Pharmacy: Manages the department’s activities. Supervises the activities of the pharmacy, establishes work assignments, recommends and evaluates policies and procedures. Responsible for scheduling the pharmacy team, coordinates interdepartmental and intra-departmental activities, coordinates inventory management activities, coordinates investigational drug activities, acts as a preceptor for pharmacy students and performs related activities as assigned.

Requires bachelor’s degree in pharmacy.
Current license to practice as a pharmacist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications, as needed.
Six to 10 years of relevant experience and five to seven years of leadership / management experience, required.

For an opportunity to grow into a career as a director of pharmacy, you will need eight to 12 years of relevant experience, and seven plus years of leadership experience.

Director, Pharmacy: Directs, designs and implements goals, objectives and policies to ensure efficient and effective pharmacy operations. Directs teams, manages purchasing and inventory control and ensures departmental functions in accordance with regulatory and legal requirements.

Requires bachelor’s degree in pharmacy.
Current license to practice as a pharmacist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications, as needed.
Eight to 12 years of relevant experience and seven plus years of leadership / management experience, required.

Continuing on your pharmacy leadership career path may include growing into a senior director of pharmacy role next.

Senior Director, Pharmacy: Provides overall pharmacy leadership and direction for all activities of clinical and operational team of the site. This includes guidance in the interpretation of policy, and laws/regulations, surveillance of the quality of services and support of the medical and other professional team members in the care of patients. Provides the vision to drive the future of pharmacy services, identifying the needs at the location for expansion and improvement of services, the implementation of innovative processes and technologies and ensuring appropriate staffing configurations.

Requires bachelor’s degree in pharmacy.
Current license to practice as a pharmacist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications, as needed.
Eight to 12 years of relevant experience and seven plus years of leadership / management experience, required.

“I’m lucky to have a leadership team that supports my growth and encourages me to develop my leadership skills.”

Megan
Manager, Pharmacy

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Our Future Empowered by Diversity & Legacy

Sep 20, 2024/in Diversity & Inclusion /by mperlman

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Our Future Empowered by Diversity & Legacy

With this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month theme, “Our Future: Empowered by Diversity & Legacy,” we wanted to hear directly from Northwell’s own team members about their career journeys and experiences as Hispanic and Latino Americans.

Meet Daritza Pena, Dr. Julie Gonzales, and Rafael E. Bou, who are part of our Hispanic and Latino BERG (Business Employee Resource Group). These individuals excel in their respective roles at Northwell and are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Below are their stories.

Daritza Pena, Echocardiography Technologist, Imaging Services at Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital

In her role as an echocardiography technologist at Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital, Daritza Pena works with cardiologists to conduct tests, provide information that assists with diagnosing heart conditions, and she handles related paperwork including medical documentation that summarizes information found in the echocardiogram. Daritiza began her career at Northwell as a part-time echocardiography technologist. Within two years, she took on a full-time role as an echocardiography technologist. Daritza was also given the opportunity in 2023 to be a member of her department’s Collaborative Care Council, where members of the department come together to discuss enhancement ideas for the department and hospital. Throughout her time on the Collaborative Care Council, she learned processes and procedures of the hospital, while working to improve her own department with the ultimate goal of improving patient care. Daritza appreciates the support she has received at Northwell and the fact that she has been able to meet and network with a diverse group of individuals.

Daritza reflects on the significance of Hispanic Heritage Month and how this year’s theme resonates with her. “This year’s theme highlights the idea that those who arrived in the United States before me were looking for a better future and made a difference. Today, it is our turn to pave the way for others.” Daritza is passionate about her role in the Hispanic and Latino BERG. She explained, “Being a part of the BERG has positively impacted my career. I have met colleagues with similar backgrounds and enjoy hearing their success stories. This has motivated me to grow in my own career.”

Dr. Julie Gonzales, MD, Attending Physician in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Today, Dr. Julie Gonzales, MD, is the attending physician in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) at North Shore University Hospital who began her career journey with Northwell in 2015 as an attending physician at an OB/GYN practice in Garden City. Beginning in December 2024, Dr. Gonzales will be acting as Chair of the OB/GYN Department at Peconic Bay Medical Center. In her upcoming role, she will oversee the department’s outpatient and inpatient operations. At the same time, she will continue seeing patients at her new OB/GYN practice in the Riverhead area. In addition to this next step in her career journey, Dr. Gonzales also serves on the Patient Experience Council for the postpartum, neonatal intensive care and labor and delivery units at North Shore University Hospital which uses collective feedback to deliver quality care to patients and their families. She is also a member of Northwell’s Hispanic Physician’s Initiative, which is a platform for Hispanic and Latino physicians to build relationships with those who have similar career-related and cultural experiences. Their goal is to use their platform to assist individuals who have been impacted by lack of healthcare access, or experience language barriers.

As a member of the Hispanic and Latino BERG, Dr. Gonzales is able to meet and network with other physicians and individuals who share similar cultural experiences. “We mentor and support each other, working together to deliver exceptional patient care,” shared Dr. Gonzales. Being a Hispanic and Latino BERG member has been a platform for her to contribute to positive change. She added, “BERG members have brought current concerns in the Hispanic & Latino community to our forum. As a result, our dedicated members have engaged in identifying impactful solutions to tackle these issues together.”

Rafael E Bou, Senior Director, Social Work Services, Northwell Health At Home

As senior director of social work services for Northwell Health, Rafael is responsible for leading community case management services, ensuring that support is provided to individuals with complex behavioral health needs. He also oversees a team of case managers, manages program budgets and resources, and works to implement new service delivery models. Rafael began his career journey with Northwell in 2014 as a care manager. In 2017, he was promoted to a supervisor before he started working as a senior manager of operations for outreach and enrollment for health home care in 2018. The following year, Rafael was promoted to director of outreach and enrollment for Northwell Health At Home. Then in 2022, Rafael moved into his current role of senior director of social work services in Manhasset, New York.

Rafael reflects on the impact his membership in the Hispanic and Latino BERG had on his career journey and overall growth into leadership positions with Northwell. “Being a part of the BERG has been transformative both personally and professionally,” said Rafael, reflecting on his experience in the Hispanic and Latino BERG. “It’s provided a space for me to connect with others who share my cultural background, fostering a sense of belonging and community. I am so glad to be part of a group where I can honor and foster my heritage.”

One of the ways that Rafael feels he has benefitted most from this BERG membership professionally is that it helped create a path for Rafael to participate in Northwell’s McKinsey Leadership Cohort, which provides valuable skills and knowledge for becoming a more effective leader. The program deepened his understanding of inclusion and equity in the workplace, provided him with practical tools and strategies to strengthen his leadership skills, and expanded his professional network.

At Northwell, we are proud to provide the opportunity for Northwell team members like Daritza, Dr. Julie, and Rafael, to connect with individuals from the same culture and share the same mission to advance diversity, inclusion and health equity for all.

Learn more about Northwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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From patient care associate to a clinical laboratory technician, discover a new career path at Northwell Health

Sep 20, 2024/in Career Paths, Clinical Laboratory Science /by ezumbach

From patient care associate to a clinical laboratory technician, discover a new career path at Northwell Health

Are you looking to grow into a career in clinical laboratory? At Northwell, our team members can advance their careers, both clinical and non-clinical, through various personal and professional development programs, including educational opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation, mentorships, Business Employee Resource Groups (BERGs) and more.

Below, you can explore one of the many ways you can grow from a patient care associate to a clinical laboratory assistant to a clinical laboratory technician. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as a patient care assistant and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.

View our available patient care associate roles today.

Patient Care Associate

Patient care associates provide direct care as assigned for a designated group of patients. These team members perform functions requiring skill and competence such as, but not limited to phlebotomy, EKG, obtaining specimens and cultures, activities of daily living and simple wound dressings and vital signs. They also share accountability for quality patient outcomes.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires one (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience.

As you move along your career path from a patient care associate, you can grow into a clinical laboratory assistant by pursuing various paths, such as working toward an associate or bachelor’s degree in laboratory technology, a science degree, or relevant certifications. An associate degree in laboratory technology will allow you to work toward obtaining a license to practice as a clinical laboratory technician or histology technician in New York State. You can also receive tuition reimbursement while you continue your education.

Clinical Laboratory Assistant

Clinical laboratory assistants process reference testing specimens and facilitate their submission to various external reference laboratories. They also ensure external receipt of specimens and return receipt of test results.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires up to one (1) year of relevant experience.

As you transition from a clinical laboratory assistant to a clinical laboratory technician, you will continue advancing your laboratory skills, gaining expertise in diagnostic testing, lab procedures, and technology. This can also open doors to other roles within the lab environment, such as a specialized technician position in histology. Additionally, you may choose to further your education by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science, which can lead to technologist roles, management, quality control, or education roles within the healthcare system. This path provides a range of opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Clinical Laboratory Technician

Clinical laboratory technicians perform clinical laboratory procedures and examinations pursuant to established, approved protocols which require limited independent judgment and review. These team members perform routine cutting and staining of surgical specimens, frozen sections and special stains. They may also provide daily operational assistance to department leadership and provide clinical and operational guidance to support staff.

Requires an associate’s degree.
Requires current license to practice as a clinical laboratory technician or histological technician in New York State, plus specialized certifications as needed.
Requires up to one (1) year of technical experience.

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Meet Monique, Clinical Professional Development Educator, Connector and Health Raiser

Sep 04, 2024/in Clinical Care /by mperlman

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Meet Monique, Clinical Professional Development Educator, Connector and Health Raiser

Today, Monique Robinson is a clinical professional development educator at Northwell Health’s Institute for Nursing (IFN), but she held many nursing roles during her career—from a quality management registered nurse to a registered nurse case manager. What has remained the same is her passion for nursing and love of teaching others about quality patient care.

In her current role, Monique works with a team of nurse educators to prepare, onboard and teach Northwell Health team members, including overseeing orientations for in-patient care, patient support, and skills training.

Before Northwell, Monique was working in New York City and struggling to find work-life balance. She yearned to find work closer to home on Long Island so she could spend more time with her children while pursuing the next chapter in her nursing career. Monique started with Northwell Health in 2010 at Long Island Jewish Valley Stream (LIJVS) as a utilization management/quality management coordinator in critical care. In this role, she was able to leverage her background as a registered nurse to identify performance improvement opportunities through data analysis, develop performance improvement plans and implement them while also evaluating improvement effectiveness. She was most attracted to our organization because of the variety of nursing opportunities available that matched her professional experience.

Expanding her career into behavioral health, she worked as a registered nurse case manager in a float position from 2013 to 2018, before moving into a new role as a registered nurse case manager in orthopedics at LIJVS in 2018. Working for Northwell as a registered nurse case manager, Monique was able to practice across different clinical specialties. In this role, Monique acted as a link between her patient and their physician. She also worked to monitor, plan and evaluate the quality of care from admission to discharge. “It evolved my nursing practice through the ability to critically assess the patients’ needs and collaborate with members of the multidisciplinary care team,” said Monique, reflecting upon her time as a registered nurse case manager.

Throughout her career at Northwell, Monique is grateful for a work/life balance. Being closer to home has ensured she could be there for all of her children’s major milestones. With the help of Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program, Monique received financial support to go back to school and earn her master’s degree in nursing education from SUNY Stony Brook University in 2022. This led Monique to her current role as a clinical professional development educator, which she began in November 2023.

Monique is proud to work with such a collaborative team. She loves that she can hone her skills and learn new ones by working within different clinical specialties due to her supportive team. In discussing the evolution of her career at Northwell, Monique shared, “My clinical experience as a critical care and community health nurse allows me to confidently work for Northwell Health, knowing I align with their mission and values for providing excellent nursing care.”

At Northwell, our nursing team demonstrates their commitment to care by incorporating innovative thinking into their practice and consistently delivering excellence that elevates the healthcare experience. Discover a career well cared for with our nursing team and learn more about clinical development educator or RN case manager opportunities at Northwell Health.

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From RN to clinical informatics specialist to senior product services & management analyst and beyond, discover a Truly Ambitious career at Northwell Health

Aug 16, 2024/in Career Paths, Featured Articles /by kaiello

From RN to clinical informatics specialist to senior product services & management analyst and beyond, discover a Truly Ambitious career at Northwell Health

Are you interested in exploring an alternate nursing career path? Our team members have access to professional development and career growth opportunities across our health system, where you can leverage your nursing experience to grow in your career from clinical informatics to senior product services & management analyst.

For the complete job profiles of each role below, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.

View our available roles today.

Registered Nurse (RN)

As an RN, you will perform an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.

Requires a graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
Bachelor’s degree in nursing, preferred.
Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.

From an RN, you can grow into a medical informatics specialist by obtaining a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience. You can also receive tuition reimbursement as you continue toward becoming a medical informatics specialist.

Clinical Informatics Specialist

Our clinical informatics specialists lead clinical information systems design, implementation and enhancement support to nurses, providers and allied health professionals throughout the health system. Assesses workflow related processes, requirements and facilitates operational improvements along with system enhancements and modifications to meet clinician requirements. Provides guidance to clinical informatics specialists and analysts, while providing project oversight and direction.

Bachelor’s degree in nursing, pharmacy, healthcare management, allied health, information systems or related field, required.
Master’s degree, preferred.
Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse or other healthcare discipline in New York State required.
Three to five (3-5) years healthcare related clinical experience required.
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant healthcare informatics experience, required.

After receiving relevant experience as a clinical informatics specialist, you can grow into a senior product services & management analyst.

Senior Product Services & Management Analyst

Supports and enhances products on larger, more complex or multiple products for enterprise resource planning, budgeting, data warehousing and financial reporting. Provides support to ensure all products are functioning optimally, data integrity is intact and financial reports are in alignment with are produced timely and accurately.

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and related experience, required.
Master’s degree in computer science, business, or engineering, preferred.
Three to five (3-5) years of relevant experience, required.

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Turning a New Leaf: Five Interview Tips for a Career at Northwell Health This Fall

Aug 14, 2024/in Career Advice /by kmorello

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Turn a new leaf with our top five interview tips this fall

Interviews can be a little nerve-wracking, whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned professional. With a competitive job market, nailing that interview can be the key to landing your dream job. At Northwell, we’d like to provide you with essential tips for both first-time and more experienced interviewees, covering both in-person and virtual settings. By following these tips, you’ll be better prepared and more confident, increasing your chances of securing the position you want and starting your new career journey, this fall.

Research the company

Understanding the company you’re interviewing with is crucial. Start by exploring the company’s website to learn about its mission, values, culture and stay up to date on recent news. This will showcase your genuine interest in the company and help you tailor your answers to align with their goals.

Pro tip:

Go beyond the basics and look into the company’s strategic initiatives, recent projects and industry standing. Utilize the company’s LinkedIn page to find connections within the organization and learn about some of the experiences their team members have had with career growth and workplace culture. This deeper insight can help you better understand if this is a company that interests you as well.

Virtual Tip: Keep a few notes written in front of you during virtual interviews to refer to, if needed. This can help you seamlessly integrate your research into the conversation without appearing distracted.

Practice common interview questions

Familiarize yourself with common interview questions and rehearse your answers with a friend or family member. Prepare for questions like, “Tell me about yourself,” “Why do you want to work here?” and “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” Practicing these will help you build confidence.

Pro tip:

While you might be familiar with common interview questions, focus on articulating your experiences and achievements clearly. Using the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method, you can structure your answers to demonstrate your problem-solving abilities and share successes.

Virtual Tip: Record yourself answering questions to evaluate your body language and tone. This practice can help you adjust your delivery for a better presentation during the LIVE interview.

Dress appropriately

Your appearance is the first impression you make. Always aim for wearing professional attire that aligns with the company’s culture. When interviewing, business attire is generally appropriate.

Pro tip:

Even for virtual interviews, dressing professionally can put you in the right mindset.

Virtual Tip: Choose a neutral, clutter-free background for virtual interviews. Lighting should come from in front of you, not behind you – and a quiet environment with no one else in the room also contributes to a professional impression. Don’t forget to test out your devices before the interview begins to ensure your camera and microphone are working properly.

Ask thoughtful questions

Prepare a list of questions to ask your interviewer about the role, team and company culture. Your questions should reflect your depth of understanding about the role you are interviewing for. This shows your enthusiasm and helps you gauge if the company is the right fit for you.

Pro tip:

Inquire about the company’s strategic goals, how your role would contribute to these goals and opportunities for professional development. This demonstrates your forward-thinking approach and genuine interest.

Virtual Tip: Keep your questions concise and relevant to avoid time lags that can occur in virtual settings.

Follow-up via email after the interview

Sending a follow-up email within 24-hours after the interview is essential to maintain momentum and show your eagerness in the role. In this note, thank the interviewer for their time and reiterate your interest in the position. Mention a specific topic from the interview that you enjoyed to make your email more personal and memorable.

Pro tip:

Your follow-up should be more strategic. Besides thanking the interviewer, briefly summarize how your skills and experiences make you the ideal candidate. Highlight any new insights gained during the interview and how they reinforce your enthusiasm for the role.

Virtual Tip: Avoid attaching emojis, memes and photos in the email to maintain professionalism.

These tips can be helpful to significantly enhance your interview preparation and performance, in both in-person and virtual settings. By demonstrating your knowledge, confidence and genuine interest you can set yourself apart from other candidates. Incorporate these strategies and you’ll be well on your way to landing your next job opportunity.

Put what you learned to the test! Look for your next opportunity at Northwell Health today.

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Prioritizing self-care at Northwell Health

Aug 07, 2024/in Featured Articles, Wellness & Benefits /by kaiello

Prioritizing self-care at Northwell Health

At Northwell Health, the well-being of our team members is a top priority. We have over 100 wellness programs designed to help our team members and their families build healthy habits, manage stress, sleep better, strengthen their fiscal responsibility and plan self-care.

One of the many ways Northwell supports the well-being of our team members is through our annual Go for the Gold Paris Movement Challenge. Each year, our Team Member Wellness team features a different destination to help employees learn more about different locations throughout the world. This year was unique because instead of highlighting a specific country as a destination, the team highlighted the venues of the Paris Olympic games. In 2024, more than 3,500 teams made up of 19,100+ team members competed in the challenge. Each team of up to six colleagues had six weeks to walk approximately two million steps collectively to reach the final Olympic venue. Ten teams overall were selected – such as the CLI Steppin’ Squad and the Hot Chili Steppers, among the rest — with each participant receiving a $5,000 prize.

This initiative motivates team members to build in movement while working as a team. The encouragement to stay active and make healthier choices has a ripple effect, inspiring family and friends to join in and help motivate our participants. Team members are incentivized to get active not only by tracking steps with a wearable device, but by leveraging an app for tracking healthier habits, like a device-free bedtime routine and drinking enough water daily.

“The Go for the Gold Paris 2024 movement challenge is a fun way to bond with my team and compete against other teams from my hospital. I like that all teams that cross the finish line are eligible to win the grand prize, and your team doesn’t have to come in first place overall.”

– Karyn, Registered Nurse, Zucker Hillside Hospital

From walks outdoors during lunch to gathering with friends on days off, our teams found fun ways to get their steps in while gaining more exercise and energy, developing healthy habits and improving mental health. In addition, for our remote team members, it provides a unique chance to connect with their teammates even if not in person.

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Tausha’s Journey from the U.S. Air Force to Northwell

Jul 17, 2024/in Veterans /by kmorello

Tausha’s Journey from the U.S. Air Force to Northwell

As a top military friendly employer, Northwell Health is dedicated to creating a workplace where our military service team members from all backgrounds can thrive. Read to learn about the inspiring story of Tausha Allen, an emergency department technician at North Shore University Hospital (NSUH), who transitioned from success in the military to success at Northwell.

Tausha’s career with Northwell began when she connected with our Military Liaison Services team in 2022, but her journey in healthcare started long before that. With four years of active duty and five years as a reservist, Tausha’s military experience provided her with invaluable skills and a strong sense of purpose that has directly translated into her role at Northwell Health. As a medical technician in the U.S. Air Force, she played a crucial role in ensuring pilots were medically cleared to fly missions. This opened the door to her current position as an emergency department technician. In her role, she engages in hands-on patient care, assists nurses and providers, and conducts vital signs, EKGs, and point-of-care testing. Her military training instilled in her the discipline and capability to excel in a fast-paced healthcare environment..

Tausha’s personal and professional growth are marked with intention. Before coming to Northwell, Tausha planned her desired career roadmap that included not only becoming an emergency department technologist, but also receiving her nursing education at Adelphi University. In 2023, she applied to Adelphi University for their accelerated nursing program and in May 2024, Tausha was accepted into the program. This is a milestone she will be completing with the support of Northwell’s tuition reimbursement benefit. Upon completion of her nursing program, Tausha’s dream is to work as a critical care nurse at Northwell. She also plans to continue as a reservist and would like to work as a critical care air transport nurse in the U.S. Air Force.

One of the most exciting aspects of Tausha’s role at Northwell is the continuous learning and a collaborative environment. She values the willingness of her colleagues to share knowledge and appreciates the educational interactions with physicians. Recognizing her dedication, Tausha’s managers supported her transition to part-time night shifts, enabling her to balance her job and academic commitments. “The recognition and encouragement I receive from my colleagues and managers is what keeps me motivated,” Tausha says, “I adore the fact that there is so much to learn and that everyone is willing to teach.”

Tausha’s experience demonstrates that with a planning and determination, opportunities are within reach. Her advice for other military service members looking to continue their career journey at Northwell Health is to be intentional about their goals. Veterans and military service members bring unique skills and perspectives that are highly valued in the workplace, and Northwell is committed to providing resources to support a transition to a civilian career.

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Meet Wendell, Licensed Practical Nurse, Avid Learner and Health Raiser

Jul 16, 2024/in Clinical Care /by mperlman

Meet Wendell, Avid Learner, Licensed Practical Nurse, and Health Raiser

As a licensed practical nurse (LPN) at Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation in Manhasset, New York, Wendell loves that he is constantly learning in his role and is always equipped with all the necessary tools to ensure success. As an LPN, Wendell is responsible for providing nursing care to patients as directed by physicians. He also observes, conducts, and documents an assessment of a patient’s medical condition throughout the entirety of their treatment.

Wendell started his career at Northwell Health as a certified nursing assistant at Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation in 2020. With the help of Northwell’s tuition assistance, he went back to school to become a licensed practical nurse. Wendell is incredibly proud that he successfully completed school through this program. This accomplishment showed him that anything is possible when you put your mind to it. Following graduation, Wendell worked as a licensed practical nurse at Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation and has been in this role since 2023.

In this role, Wendell has also been able to maintain an excellent work-life balance. As a result of his flexible work schedule, Wendell is able to explore interests and hobbies unique to him, and successfully balance his success at work and his passions at home.

Reflecting on his career development with Northwell, Wendell shared, “Northwell has supported my career development through a flexible work schedule and provided tuition assistance for my higher education.”

Wendell thrives in the collaborative environment with his nursing team at Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation. He feels supported and integral to the team and appreciates the eagerness of everyone he works with to lend a helping hand. “At Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation, you are never working alone. Your co-workers always have your back and are willing to help you. From maintenance to administration, to our nursing team, everyone is eager to help out,” shared Wendell.

At Northwell, our nursing team demonstrates their commitment to care by incorporating innovative thinking into their practice and consistently delivering excellence that elevates the healthcare experience. “Northwell has prepared me for success well beyond my expectations,” shared Wendell. ”They’ve always supplied me with all the resources needed to succeed.”

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

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From administrative support to operations, discover a new career path at Northwell Health

Jul 16, 2024/in Administrative Support, Career Paths, Featured Articles, Operations /by ezumbach

From administrative support to operations, discover a new career path at Northwell Health

Are you looking to grow your career in administrative support? At Northwell, we believe in a culture of growth and continuous learning that allows our team members to explore different career paths both in clinical and non-clinical roles. Our team members can advance their career through various personal and professional development programs, including educational opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation, mentorships, Business Employee Resource Groups and more.

Below, you can explore one of the many ways you can grow from an administrative support assistant to a medical assistant to operations. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey in administrative support and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.

View our available administrative support roles today.

Administrative Support Assistant

Administrative support assistants perform diversified clerical duties related to the operational needs of the office and overall department.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires one (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience.

As you move along your career path from an administrative support assistant, you can grow into a medical assistant by completing a course in medical assisting at an accredited school. You can also receive tuition reimbursement while you continue your education. Becoming a medical assistant will help you leverage your organizational skills while also gaining skills in patient care.

Medical Assistant

Medical assistants administer para-professional nursing care. Their duties include, but are not limited to, preparing patients for the physician and administering and recording laboratory tests. They may also assist in coordinating patient needs including preparation and organization of patient clinic charts.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires successful completion of a six (6) month to one (1) year course in medical assisting at an accredited school.
Requires successful completion of one of the following:
- Medical assisting program at an accredited school
- One (1) to three (3) years of medical assistant experience
- One (1) to three (3) years of emergency medical technician experience with current New York State DOH EMT certification
- One (1) to three (3) years of CNA experience with valid, current nursing assistant certification in New York State
Requires data entry skills (80 keystrokes per minute).
Prior experience and demonstrated competence as a medical assistant is preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively.

As you transition from a medical assistant to a senior medical assistant, you will continue advancing your patient care and leadership skills.

Senior Medical Assistant

Senior medical assistants administer para-professional nursing care. Duties include, but are not limited to preparing patient for physician and administering and recording laboratory tests. They also guide designated practice assistants and associates and assist in coordinating organization of patient needs including, preparing and organizing patient clinic charts.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires successful completion of a six (6) month to one (1) year course in medical assisting at an accredited school.
Requires successful completion of one of the following:
- Medical assisting program at an accredited school
- One (1) to three (3) years of medical assistant experience
- One (1) to three (3) years of emergency medical technician experience with current New York State DOH EMT certification
- One (1) to three (3) years of CNA experience with valid, current nursing assistant certification in New York State

Current medical assistant certification preferred, plus specialized certifications as needed.
Requires three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience.

After transitioning to a lead medical assistant role, you will gain more leadership skills while also growing your patient care skills.

Lead Medical Assistant

Lead medical assistants lead and guide designated practice assistants and associates. They also administer para-professional nursing care. Their duties include,but are not limited to, preparing the patient for our physicians, and administering and recording laboratory tests. They may also coordinate organization of patient needs including preparing and organizing patient clinic charts.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires successful completion of a six (6) month to one (1) year course in medical assisting at an accredited school.
Requires successful completion of one of the following:
- Medical assisting program at an accredited school
- One (1) to three (3) years of medical assistant experience
- One (1) to three (3) years of emergency medical technician experience with current New York State DOH EMT certification
- One (1) to three (3) years of CNA experience with valid, current nursing assistant certification in New York State

Current medical assistant certification preferred, plus specialized certifications as needed.
Requires five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant experience.

If you are interested in transitioning from a lead medical assistant to a supervisor of operations, your next step is to attain your associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Becoming an operations supervisor will allow you to leverage your skills in patient care while also gaining skills in leadership.

Supervisor, Operations

The supervisor of operations oversees and coordinates staff and daily operations of practice for a department or service line. They perform diversified administrative responsibilities in the areas of business operations, financial management, human resource management, information management, organizational governance, patient care systems, quality management and risk management.

Requires an associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Requires four (4) to six (6) years of relevant experience and zero (0) to two (2) years of leadership or management experience.

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Discover a meaningful career as part of Northwell’s Vivo Pharmacy team.

Jul 05, 2024/in Featured Articles, Pharmacy /by kaiello

Join our Truly Together team and discover one of the many ways you can grow your career in retail pharmacy.

Join our retail pharmacy team and start a meaningful career keeping our patients informed regarding their care and medication. At Northwell, our pharmacy team members can grow in their career from pharmacy associate to pharmacy technician through access to professional development resources and programs, including tuition assistance.

Whether you are just starting out in your career as a pharmacy associate or want to take the next step in your pharmacy career, Northwell offers resources designed to support you in your career journey. Team members across our organization have access to professional growth and development programs, including educational opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation, many different career pathways to take, Business Employee Resource Groups and more.

Below, learn more from our Vivo Health Pharmacy team members who share why they are proud to work in retail pharmacy at Northwell and how they feel engaged to thrive in their careers. In fact, 90 percent of Vivo Health Pharmacy team members in a recent Perceptyx survey about employee engagement said they worked in a positive and thriving work culture.

“What is more motivating than surrounding yourself with people who are working together toward the same goal? Regardless of the situation, the team bands together, motivating each other to become the best version of ourselves and an even better team.”

Olivia

Community Pharmacist, Long Island Jewish Medical Center

“Working for Vivo is a pleasure for me because of the commitment to professional development and growth. Vivo also has the most supportive team culture and gives me the opportunity to positively impact customers’ health and well-being every day!”

Marc

Enterprise Quality Improvement Specialist, Central Services

“Truly listening to the team’s feedback ensures they feel heard and valued. It is the key to a positive and good working environment.”

Talha

Manager, Pharmacy, Vivo Mail Order

“Vivo Health Pharmacy strives to provide exceptional care to our patients. That starts with ensuring our team members have a positive experience at work each day. Going to the sites, showing a genuine interest in team member feedback and executing on their ideas is how we successfully create and sustain a wonderful culture and working environment.”

Michele

Director, Operations, Vivo Health

Learn more about one of the many ways you can grow in your retail pharmacy career, from pharmacy associate to pharmacy technician. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click on the link below to discover a career well cared for at Northwell.

Check out our available Vivo Health Pharmacy positions.

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From administrative support assistant to project manager to manager of operations and beyond, discover a Truly Ambitious career at Northwell Health

Jun 25, 2024/in Administrative Support, Business, Career Paths /by ptaheri

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From administrative support assistant to project manager to manager of operations and beyond, discover a Truly Ambitious career at Northwell Health

Discover a rewarding career path as an administrative professional as part of our team of Health Raisers. At Northwell, our team members have access to professional development opportunities across our health system, where you can grow into a career as manager of operations.

Below, you can learn more about one of the many ways you can grow your career by utilizing programs such as tuition assistance to go from an administrative support assistant to project manager to manager of operations. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as an administrative support assistant and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.

View our available administrative support roles today.

Administrative Support Assistant

As an administrative support assistant, you will perform various clerical duties related to the operational needs of the office/department.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires one to three years of relevant experience.

From an administrative support assistant, you can grow into a project manager by obtaining a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience. You can also receive tuition reimbursement as you continue toward becoming a project manager.

Project Manager (PM)

Our project managers plan, manage and coordinate project activities to ensure goals and objectives are accomplished within their timeframe and funding limits. They establish timelines and ensure project deadlines are met while maintaining integrity and cost containment of projects.

Requires bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Requires one to three years of relevant experience.
Specialized certifications, such as a PMP certification, and additional skills may be needed.

After receiving relevant management experience as a PM, you can grow into a manager of operations role.

Manager, Operations

Manages the daily administrative operations of a multi-physician, single/multiple practice(s) for a division or program. Coordinates administrative functions, plans and supports development of the site/joint division programs and all related areas. Manages all personnel and maintains accurate and current files on all department budgets, capital equipment requests and programs related to operational issues.

Requires bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Requires six to eight years of relevant experience and two to five years of leadership/management experience.

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Northwell Health celebrates Pride Month with our Expressions BERG

Jun 21, 2024/in Diversity & Inclusion /by kmorello

Northwell Health celebrates Pride Month with our Expressions BERG

At Northwell Health, we believe we’re made stronger by embracing the individual backgrounds and experiences of all our team members. Our Expressions BERG (business employee resource group) is a group of Northwell team members who are dedicated to a culture of inclusion and advocacy to support the LGBTQIA+ community. Learn more about how we celebrated Pride Month below.

Jared Oliveira, senior community relations program manager, has been serving as the co-chair of the Expressions BERG for almost a year. Reflecting on his journey, Jared recounts his initial involvement as an active member at North Shore University Hospital and his progression to an executive coordinator role over the past three years before taking on his current position. The BERG supports its members by offering resources and networking forums, thus empowering individuals and communities alike. Jared cherishes the collaborative spirit and the chance to connect with dedicated team members, saying, “We are always met with great teamwork and collaboration, and I love meeting team members from across the organization who share a dedication to bettering the experience for all!”

The Expressions BERG has significantly impacted Northwell employees by fostering a culture of inclusivity and advocacy. Jared highlights the role of Expressions members in enhancing the organizational environment through educational programs and community service, noting, “Every single person who speaks up, advocates and gets involved positively, contributes to enriching lives for everyone.” By working closely with LGBTQIA+ clinical teams, Jared has been able to blend his passion for patient experience with efforts to address community healthcare disparities, steering him to not only have the opportunity to create important programs, but to also lead them as they evolve into impactful resources for our team members. These experiences have enhanced his leadership skills and fueled his passion as an advocate for others.

Nicole Bergamine is an assistant nurse manager in the pediatric operating room at Cohen Children’s Medical Center. Her journey with the Expressions BERG at Northwell Health began in 2023, when she joined the group to find a community that resonated with her identity as a bisexual woman. Coming out later in life at 26, Nicole sought connections and a deeper understanding of how her identity intersected with her passion for healthcare. She feels Northwell and the BERG provides a safe space to be her authentic self while learning from others in multidisciplinary areas. “Coming together allows us to learn from each other and bring it back to our units,” she notes, emphasizing the collaborative learning environment fostered by the Expressions BERG.

Nicole feels the impact of the Expressions BERG on her career has been profound. The activities and community service initiatives not only foster a sense of belonging, but also expand her professional network. “Meeting new people within Northwell, as well as in our community, has been my favorite part. You see familiar faces after doing so many activities, and it’s nice to reinforce those connections,” she shares. Additionally, the BERG enhances her understanding of the diverse populations Northwell serves, enabling her to advocate more effectively for patients and educate colleagues on the unique experiences and needs of the LGBTQIA+ community. By leveraging the knowledge and resources gained through the BERG, Nicole has significantly enriched her role in healthcare, illustrating the transformative impact of such supportive networks on professional growth.

Northwell’s Expressions BERG participated in several events throughout the month of June to celebrate Pride Month in our community. From Babylon Village Pride and Queens Pride to NYC Pride and more, Northwell is honored to be a part of these celebrations each year so we can continue raising health for all.

Learn more about how Northwell promotes diversity and inclusion for its team members.

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Meet Gina, Operating Room Registered Nurse, Achiever, and Health Raiser

Jun 11, 2024/in Nursing /by kkeane2

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Meet Gina, Operating Room Registered Nurse, Achiever, and Health Raiser

As an operating room registered nurse at South Shore University Hospital (SSUH), Gina Gaussaint loves being able to help our patients in the most critical moments of their health journey. In her role, Gina helps organize and deliver patient care by assessing patients, making diagnoses, plus planning and fulfilling procedures. Using her leadership skills, Gina is also responsible for assigning tasks and setting goals for her team to achieve.

Gina started her career with Northwell Health in 2004 as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at South Shore University Hospital (formerly Southside Hospital). With the financial support of Northwell’s tuition reimbursement program, Gina went back to school to become a registered nurse and earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in 2015. Following graduation, Gina worked as a medical/surgical telemetry registered nurse at SSUH for 17 years, until she decided she wanted to try something different. She took a leap into continuing her education further and applied for a fellowship for operating room nursing at Northwell. In 2021, Gina completed her fellowship and today, she works in SSUH’s perioperative department as a registered nurse.

Gina considers the operating room to be a very collaborative environment where she is able to hone her current skills and learn new ones. She is glad that each person knows how important each individual is in the OR and how it takes an entire team to have successful, life-saving outcomes. “It is such a big deal that I am able to help save somebody’s life,” said Gina. “It is just so fulfilling to know that you helped someone.”

Watch our video to hear more from Gina and other perioperative professionals at Northwell.

Gina speaks often about the impact her perioperative nurse educators and team members have had on her life and career. She shares how they are a very hardworking, dedicated group who are very supportive of her endeavors both in the operating room and in her personal life. Throughout her career at Northwell, she has always felt supported by her leaders and grateful for a strong work/life balance. Things like shift flexibility, if needed, ensured she never missed any of her children’s major milestones, including birthdays, anniversaries, award ceremonies and more.

At Northwell, our perioperative services team delivers innovative surgical procedures with precision and purpose. With numerous awards and new surgery centers opening, our team is growing with opportunities to gain new skills and experience. When asked about her professional journey with Northwell Health and her future within the health system, Gina replied, “I work for the best health system.” She continued, “This is where I will retire – I absolutely love it here.”

Discover a career well cared for with our perioperative services team and learn more about operating room registered nursing opportunities at Northwell Health.

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From a food service assistant to a registered dietician, discover a career path in hospitality at Northwell Health

Jun 11, 2024/in Career Paths, Culinary and Hospitality, Featured Articles /by ezumbach

From a food service assistant to a registered dietician, discover a career path in hospitality at Northwell Health

Are you thinking about growing your career within food service and hospitality but unsure about the paths you can take? At Northwell, we believe in a culture of growth and continuous learning that allows our team members to explore different career paths both in clinical and non-clinical roles. Our team members can grow their career through various personal and professional development programs, including educational opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation, Business Employee Resource Groups and more.

Below, you can learn more about one of the many ways you can grow from a food service assistant to a dietetic technician and a registered dietician. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as a food service assistant and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.

View our available hospitality roles today.

Food Service Assistant

Food service assistants perform several tasks relating to the preparation and service of food, delivery and collection of food and supplies and appropriate operation of machinery. These team members also assist in sanitizing specific areas of the department.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires one (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience.

As you move along your career path from a food service assistant, you can grow into a dietetic technician by continuing your education in nutrition or dietetics with an associate’s degree at an accredited university. You can also receive tuition reimbursement while you continue your education.

Dietetic Technician

Dietetic technicians assist in screening patients at nutritional risk. Under supervision, they modify daily menus in accordance with a patient’s diet prescription, implement a nutrition care plan and provide consultation to patient and family, as directed. They also document a patient’s nutritional screening and assessment information.

Requires an associate’s degree in nutrition or dietetics.
Requires one (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience.

If you are interested in transitioning from a dietetic technician to a registered dietician, your next step is to attain your bachelor’s degree and certification.

Registered Dietician

Registered dieticians are responsible for nutritional care of patients in assigned units. They plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient nutritional care plans while also assisting in menu modifications and other nutritional related functions.

Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Requires current registered dietitian certification with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Certified Dietitian Nutritionist in New York State (CDN), as needed.
Advanced/specialized certifications, as needed.

Requires one (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience.

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Northwell Health’s annual Chefs Challenge takes food to the next level in healthcare culinary cuisine

Jun 05, 2024/in Culinary and Hospitality, Featured Articles /by kkeane2

Northwell Health’s annual Chefs Challenge takes food to the next level in healthcare culinary cuisine

At Northwell Health’s 13th annual Chefs Challenge, our talented culinary teams competed at the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) in New York City to make a nutritious and delicious meal that may be offered to Northwell patients in the future. Northwell is committed to raising the bar when it comes to creating healthy cuisine for our patients and team members while redefining food in healthcare.

During the 90-minute, Top Chef style competition, teams of chefs, cooks and registered dieticians used an assigned set of ingredients to prepare nutritious and enticing three-course meals for the judges. The celebrity guest judge this year was Marcus Samuelsson, owner of Harlem’s Red Rooster and Chelsea seafood restaurant, Hav & Mar.

Phelps Hospital was awarded first place in the competition. Kelly Walker, executive sous chef at Phelps Hospital, shared that participating in Northwell’s 13th annual Chef Challenge was amazing. One of the things Kelly loves about being a chef at Northwell Health is the care behind the food. “Food is medicine and Northwell keeps breaking the mold on what hospital food can be. The quality in the food that we serve has jumped leaps and bounds from what one would expect from a hospital and I am honored to be a part of it,” said Kelly.

The winning dishes included an appetizer of beet-and-brussels sprouts potstickers served with raw beets, a beet coulis and a vegan horseradish mouse. The main entrée was black trumpet mushroom-crusted monkfish with spring onions, fava beans and garlic-potato puree and for dessert, a delectable Valrhona chocolate and prune Napolean cake with a dark chocolate ganache. Plainview and Syosset hospital’s team placed second, with Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City placing third.

Susan Juechter, senior registered dietitian at Phelps Hospital, shared how exciting it was to be at the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) for the Chefs Challenge this year. “The recipes submitted for the Chef’s Challenge not only demonstrate the skill and creativity of our Northwell Chefs, but also the nutritional understanding of building a balanced menu that meets the therapeutic needs of our patients.”

At Northwell, we believe that food is medicine and has the capability to heal our patients and the communities we serve. Looking to begin or advance your career in hospitality? There are a variety of positions available from chefs and cooks to food service and dining assistants. Be a part of an award-winning team with access to comprehensive benefits, career growth and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.

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From medical assistant and licensed practical nurse to medical/surgical registered nurse and beyond, discover a Truly Compassionate career at Northwell Health

May 22, 2024/in Career Paths, Clinical Support, Nursing /by ptaheri

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From medical assistant and licensed practical nurse to medical/surgical registered nurse and beyond, discover a Truly Compassionate career at Northwell Health

Are you looking to take the next step in your career as a medical assistant? With access to professional development and career growth opportunities across our health system, our medical assistants can discover a rewarding career as a member of Northwell Health’s medical/surgical registered nursing team.

Below, you can learn more about one of the many ways you can grow your career utilizing programs such as tuition assistance to grow in your career from a medical assistant to a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and a medical/surgical registered nurse. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as a medical assistant and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.

View our available medical assistant roles today.

Medical Assistant

Under the direct supervision of the physician and nurse, a medical assistant performs patient care. These duties include preparing the patient for the physician and administering, obtaining and recording diagnostic laboratory test results. They may also assist in coordinating care to meet patient needs including preparing, organizing and filing reports into the medical record.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires successful completion of one of the following:
- Medical assisting program at an accredited school.
- One to three (1-3) years of medical assistant experience.
- One to three (1-3) years of emergency medical technician experience with current New York State DOH EMT certification.
- One to three (1-3) years of CNA experience with valid, current nursing assistant certification in New York State.

From a medical assistant, you can grow into a licensed practical nurse by graduating from an accredited school of practical nursing, nursing vocational or nursing technical school. You can also receive tuition reimbursement as you continue toward becoming a medical/surgical registered nurse at an accredited university.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed practical nurses are responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients in support of our physicians. During the course of the patient’s treatment, the LPN duties can include observing, conducting and documenting a thorough assessment of a patient’s medical status.

Requires graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing or of a nursing vocational or nursing technical school.
Requires current license to practice as a practical nurse in New York State, plus specialized certifications as needed.

If you are interested in growing in your career from LPN to a medical/surgical registered nurse, your next step is to complete your nursing degree and license.

Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)

Our medical/surgical registered nurses perform an age-specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. They collaborate with physicians and other team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Our medical/surgical RNs are responsible for multiple steps of a patient’s care, including change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs, adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpret and record measurements and monitoring patients’ vitals and report adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.

Requires graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.

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Explore Truly Compassionate behavioral health career pathways at Northwell Health.

May 20, 2024/in Career Paths, Clinical Care, Featured Articles, Nursing, Social Services /by kaiello

Explore Truly Compassionate behavioral health career pathways at Northwell Health

Are you interested in exploring the many different pathways your career can take in behavioral health? Northwell Health Behavioral Health Services strives to address the diverse mental health needs of the communities we serve by providing exceptional psychological/psychiatric services and behavioral health resources. These include emergency, inpatient and outpatient services for people of all ages suffering from a variety of psychiatric and addictive disorders. Across our entire health system, Northwell offers timely access to behavioral health treatment and wellness services and we continue to strengthen our commitment to education, outreach and clinical research.

At Northwell, we want our team members to have the best career experience possible and feel empowered to develop and grow within our organization. Reach your fullest potential with our team and learn more about the many ways you can have a meaningful career while you make an impact as a behavioral health professional at Northwell.

Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor: In this role, you will provide individual, group and/or family counseling sessions. Assess and treat patients related to chemical/substance abuse and dependence.

Behavioral Health Counselor: In this role, you will provide support to behavioral health clients, patients and/or families. Provide therapeutic interventions, individual and/or group therapy, as needed as well as crisis counseling and intervention.

Behavioral Health Peer Advocate: In this role, you will implement a treatment plan in collaboration with the treatment team. Provide a variety of peer support, advocacy, and other recovery services to clients and caregivers.

Care Management Coordinator: In this role, you will utilize patient-centered motivational interviewing techniques to help patients improve their health. Perform outreach activities in primary care sites, homes, hospitals and neighborhoods.

Licensed Master Social Worker: In this role, you will formulate and implement discharge plans, identify unmet psychosocial needs and develop programs to address those needs.

Medical Social Worker: In this role, you will provide individual and/or group work services to patients and/or their families in various health care settings. Utilize psychosocial assessment skills to deliver social work services.

Mental Health Worker: In this role, you will assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and behavioral coping skills, provide clinical intervention and assist in maintenance of a safe and clean environment.

Methadone Counselor: In this role, you will provide screening, orientation, assessment and counseling services to patients. Perform individual and group counseling to patients and families. Coordinate intakes and contribute to the treatment process.

Neuropsychologist: In this role, you will provide direct and consultative neuropsychological and/or psychological services to patients. Evaluate and treat cognitive and emotional function and consultation to patients, families and staff.

Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric: In this role, you will initiate, document and communicate the plan of care and follows up to ensure complete screening and preparation of patients. Write orders for medications, laboratory work and diagnostic tests.

Psychologist: In this role, you will perform psychological/behavioral assessments and psychotherapeutic interventions and other procedures of patients.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Manager, Case Management: In this role, you will manage the daily operations of the department and staff and ensure delivery of care, productivity and timeliness.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Psychiatry: In this role, you will collaborate with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Use leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team.

Explore what it means to work in health care and take the first step toward a fulfilling career at Northwell Health. Discover your career potential in behavioral health today.

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From a patient transporter to a patient care associate, discover a career path into nursing at Northwell Health

May 14, 2024/in Career Paths, Featured Articles, Nursing /by ezumbach

Discover another career path into nursing at Northwell Health

From a patient transporter to a patient care associate, discover a career path into nursing at Northwell Health

Interested in growing your career from a patient transporter to a registered nurse? At Northwell, we believe in a culture of growth and continuous learning that allows our team members to explore different career paths. Our team members can grow their career through various personal and professional development programs, including educational opportunities through our Center for Learning and Innovation, Business Employee Resource Groups and more.

Below, you can learn more about one of the many ways you can grow into a nursing career, from a patient transporter and patient care associate (PCA). For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to get started on this career journey as a transporter and discover a career well cared for at Northwell today.

View our available patient transporter roles today.

Patient Transporter

Patient transporters escort or transport patients within the facility. They record patient movement in transport tracking system. These team members may also pick-up and deliver materials and equipment while also assisting in performing duties related to specialty areas of assignment.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires 1-3 years of relevant experience.

As you move along your career path from a patient transporter, you can grow into a patient care associate by becoming certified through one of our nursing attendant programs. You can also receive tuition reimbursement as you continue toward becoming a registered nurse at an accredited university.

Patient Care Associate (PCA)

Patient care associates provide direct care as assigned for a designated group of patients. They perform functions requiring skill and competence such as, but not limited to phlebotomy, EKG, obtaining specimens and cultures, activities of daily living, simple wound dressings and vital signs. These team members also share accountability for quality patient outcomes.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires 1-3 years of relevant experience.

If you are interested in transitioning from a patient care associate to a registered nurse, your next step is to complete your nursing degree and license.

Registered Nurse

Registered nurses perform an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. They collaborate with physicians and other team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. They also use leadership skills and clinical judgment in coordinating patient care while directing and delegating activities of the patient care unit team.

Requires graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.

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A Journey of Reflection and Professional Growth: Meet Sabrina, Medical Assistant

Apr 17, 2024/in Career Paths /by kmorello

A Journey of Reflection and Professional Growth: Meet Sabrina, Medical Assistant

Reflecting on her first year at Northwell Health, Sabrina Vidal attributes her growth and development to the support and guidance of her colleagues and leaders. Join us as we dive into Sabrina’s journey as a medical assistant at Northwell Health’s University Physicians Group Medicine in Staten Island, NY, showcasing her dedication and passion for health care.

Sabrina entered the medical assistance profession for the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. “What I love most about working at Northwell is getting to help the people in our community. I enjoy getting to know each patient I encounter daily.” Building meaningful relationships with her patients and collaborating with her esteemed colleagues are among the many joys Sabrina finds in her role. Her top priority is to provide the best patient care for the individuals she helps. She is committed to addressing any patient concerns or questions, fostering a supportive and patient-centered environment in every aspect of her role.

Sabrina starts her day by carefully preparing patient rooms, sterilizing them, and ensuring they are fully stocked with essential supplies for the physicians and nurses. A central aspect of her role involves triaging patients, where she warmly greets them, introduces herself, and ensures their comfort throughout their in-office exam experience. Sabrina meticulously documents patient questions and concerns, takes vital signs, and relays detailed feedback to the clinical care provider to ensure comprehensive care. She also assists with clinical tasks such as preparing vaccinations and aiding in tests. Sabrina’s cross-training extends to administrative duties, including answering phones, checking patients in or out, communicating test results, and assisting with intake forms.

There are many ways to jump into a career path as a medical assistant. Those who have completed 1-3 years as an emergency medical technician or certified nursing assistant are two new ways someone can enter this field. In 2010, Sabrina graduated from The Willsey Institute in Staten Island, NY, where she received her medical assistant certification. Afterwards, Sabrina went on to work in internal medicine at a local healthcare provider. She then, stepped outside of the health care industry to work in local government. When she realized a career in health care was her true calling, she pursued a position at Northwell as a medical assistant on our Staten Island team.

Sabrina admits that when she was set to start her new role, She credits her team for making her feel at ease during her transition into a career at Northwell, “My growth and development has been nurtured through continuous training and the unwavering support of my peers,” Sabrina shares, emphasizing the collaborative philosophy that fills the Northwell community. It’s this supportive environment that has empowered Sabrina to flourish in her role during her first year.

Sabrina highlights the glowing testimonials from fellow team members and the prospect of contributing to a patient-centric environment is what drew her to Northwell. For Sabrina, Northwell isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community driven by a shared commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery. Sabrina has aspirations to learn more about ultrasonography and the prospect to take advantage of our tuition assistance program to advance her career. Her future at Northwell Health is filled with potential and possibility.

Discover your career potential as a medical assistant at Northwell Health.

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From an emergency medical technician to a medical assistant, discover a new career path into nursing at Northwell Health

Apr 09, 2024/in Career Paths, Nursing /by ezumbach

From an emergency medical technician to a medical assistant, discover a new career path into nursing at Northwell Health

Are you looking to grow your clinical career? There are many paths to take, and at Northwell, we want our team members to feel empowered to develop and grow within our organization—whatever path they chose. See below for one of the many ways you can grow your clinical career leveraging transferrable skills from an emergency medical technician (EMT) to a medical assistant to a registered nurse.

Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) provide out of hospital emergency medical care and transportation by ambulance for patients. EMTs use basic life support knowledge and skills necessary to stabilize and safely transport patients ranging from non-emergency and routine medical transports to life-threatening emergencies.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Driver’s license valid in New York State must be current and without violations.
Current NYS DOH EMT certification.
Must meet the criteria for NYS DOH functional description for qualifications, competencies, and tasks (EMT, BLS, DLD).
One to three (1-3) years of relevant experience is preferred.

Medical Assistant

Medical assistants perform patient care under the physician and nurse’s direct supervision. Their duties include preparing each patient for the physician and administering, obtaining and recording diagnostic laboratory test results. They may also assist in coordinating care to meet patient needs including preparing, organizing and filing reports into the medical record.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Requires successful completion of one of the following:
- Medical assisting program at an accredited school.
- One to three (1-3) years of medical assistant experience.
- One to three (1-3) years of emergency medical technician experience with current New York State DOH EMT certification.
- One to three (1-3) years of CNA experience with valid, current nursing assistant certification in New York State.

Registered Nurse

Registered nurses perform an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. They collaborate with physicians and other team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. They also use leadership skills and clinical judgment in coordinating patient care while directing and delegating activities of the patient care unit team.

Requires graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
Requires current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.

For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click the link below to discover a career well cared for at Northwell.

Northwell Health supports the growth and career advancement of its team members with tuition assistance, professional development classes, mentorship programs and more. Get your start today and view our available emergency medical technician roles.

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