Northampton Community College Health Care Scholarships

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The St. Luke’s University Health Network Northampton Community College (NCC) Health Care Scholarships is a partnership scholarship program aimed at developing and enhancing a candidate pipeline for future Radiology Technologists and Respiratory Therapists. St. Luke’s currently offers scholarships in affiliation with NCC to students in good academic standing with the Respiratory Program or Radiography Program. While learning the skills needed to perform their future career path, participants will receive financial compensation directly to Northampton Community College (NCC). Upon completion of either the Nursing Program or Radiography Program, scholarship recipients will sign a two-year employment agreement with St. Luke’s University Health Network. The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties of the future responsibilities of scholarship recipients and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. About St. Luke’s St. Luke’s University Health Network is a nationally recognized teaching hospital with proven success indicators. St. Luke’s is a Level 1 Trauma Center, Stroke Center and Tertiary Care teaching hospital. St. Luke’s offers competitive compensation and benefit programs along with training to support and develop newly Licensed Nurses and Radiology professionals. Become a part of a premier & very special Health Care Team at St. Luke's! Join us today! Conditions of the Scholarship The recipient will be awarded the scholarship for the equivalent of two full-time years of enrollment in either the Respiratory program or Radiology Program. If the scholarship recipient withdraws from NCC, they will be expected to repay the scholarship in full. Scholarship recipients will be expected to work fulltime for St. Luke’s upon graduation for a minimum of two years starting within 60 days of graduation. Should the scholarship recipient voluntarily terminate employment before working 24 months, repayment of 1/24 of the scholarship is due for every month not worked. Should the recipient be discharged for disciplinary reasons, the scholarship must be paid back in full. ______________________________________________________________________________ Radiography Program Scholarship Information: Upon completion of the program, a student will become a Radiology Technologist who performs diagnostic radiographic procedures adhering to the principle of radiation protection, according to local, state and federal standards. Properly identifies patient and exam and performs diagnostic radiographic services on patients with the maximum amount of care, while evaluating the technical quality. Responsible for successful technical continuity of care and education of radiological procedures to patients. Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities. Assists in gathering and recording data for Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement program. Assumes responsibility for assigned area, making sure all equipment and supplies necessary for that area are readily available for use. Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients. Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation with in-services and/or continuing education programs. Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination. Annual peer review of films meets department standards. Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background and information pertinent to proposed examination. Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS. Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS. Responsible for the success of the department to achieve hospital designated Press Ganey mean score. Every patient should receive patient education and your personalized business card. Apology cards should be sent or given to all patients when we do not meet their expectations. Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated. Respiratory Program Scholarship Information: Upon completion of the program, a student will become a Respiratory Therapist who assess patient’s condition and need for respiratory care; provides appropriate therapy in designated critical and all non-critical areas according to the physician order. Sets up and maintains appropriate ventilator support. Performs diagnostic studies and evaluates results as they relate to the patient. Perform shift charge for department as needed or assigned. Sets up and maintains ventilatory support of both adult and children in all critical care areas. Makes changes and weans patient in concert with physician`s approval or protocol. Evaluates patient, documents patient assessment and findings on medical record and consult with physicians regarding appropriate therapy. Administers respiratory care and O2 therapy modalities to patient following physician order or protocol. Evaluates results of therapy. Serves as a member of the “Code Blue” and “Rapid Response” team. Draws arterial blood gases, maintains patient airways, and provides artificial ventilation. Performs arterial puncture on adult, children. Analyzes specimens for blood gas values. Performs A-line insertion after appropriate training on adult patients. Performs diagnostic studies such as oximetry, CO2 monitoring, O2 consumption, metabolic studies, bedside PFT testing. Evaluates patients and consults with physician regarding appropriate therapy. Participates in in-service education. Assists physician with bronchoscopy at bedside, fluoroscopy and GI Lab. Appropriately labels and handles specimens. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.