Tobacco Cessation Coordinator

Schuylkill • East Stroudsburg, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Initiates individual and group tobacco counseling and provides follow-up care through the cessation/treatment process. Collaborates with physicians, office practices, and other medical professionals for patient referrals. Participates in community outreach initiatives related to tobacco cessation. Schedules and triages services for the tobacco treatment program.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 5 years managing large projects and budgets
• 5 years experience public relations
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel
• Experience managing grants
• Public speaking experience
• DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• CTTS - Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist - Granted by Recognized Issuing Authority Within 1 Year

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a tobacco treatment program through one or more recognized tobacco treatment centers that are ATTUD accredited.
• 1 year of experience with tobacco cessation program activities or related counseling (addiction).
• CTTS - Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist - Granted by Recognized Issuing Authority within 60 Days

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessment and facilitates group and individual cessation counseling for outpatient tobacco treatment services.
• Documents all patient encounters.
• Maintains individualized treatment programs and follow-up care.
• Performs follow-up contact (telephone or direct mail) for inpatient tobacco cessation consults.
• Conducts outreach in-network and outside provider practices to establish cessation partnerships.
• Provides pharmacology recommendations for patients and coordinates results with primary care provider.
• Carries out necessary tasks for triage and data collection.
• Ensures that assessment and treatment are appropriate to the age, education, and culture of the patient and families.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED