Location & Practice Overview

This part-time LPN role is based in the LVH Endocrinology physician practice at the Health Center at Cedar Crest in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The outpatient specialty clinic operates within Lehigh Valley Health Network’s ambulatory care network and supports providers in a dedicated endocrinology service line.

Facility Health Center at Cedar Crest
Department LVH Endocrinology – 1243 Cedar Crest
Address 1243 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18103
Practice Type Outpatient physician practice
Care Setting Ambulatory specialty clinic

Responsibilities

  • Collect patient medical histories and document the reason for each visit to support provider evaluation.
  • Perform assigned observation and physical examination activities within Pennsylvania LPN scope of practice.
  • Conduct telephone triage by obtaining symptom information, documenting findings, and providing protocol-based advice.
  • Track ordered laboratory and diagnostic tests, monitor result status, and present findings to the ordering provider.
  • Assist with appointment scheduling, referral authorization, and prescription refill routing according to practice procedures.
  • Prepare examination rooms, assist providers during procedures, and complete room cleanup afterward.

The LPN also communicates clinical concerns to the care team, provides approved educational materials to patients, and maintains accurate information flow between patients, providers, and external services.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold current Pennsylvania licensure and meet basic certification and skill requirements at the time of hire. No minimum years of LPN experience or prior endocrinology background is required.

Education
Technical school diploma from an LPN educational program
License
Pennsylvania LPN license required upon hire
Certification
American Heart Association BLS certification required upon hire
Skills
Basic computer proficiency and critical-thinking ability
Physical
Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs; frequent sitting, standing, and keyboard use

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly pay for this part-time LPN position falls in the range typical for comparable outpatient roles at Lehigh Valley Health Network and the greater Allentown market. Exact benefits eligibility depends on scheduled hours and network policy.

  • Compensation: $26–$34 per hour
  • Health and wellness resources available through LVHN colleague programs
  • Paid time off and sick time (eligibility based on part-time status)
  • Tuition reimbursement and career-development opportunities

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Part-Time
Days Monday–Friday
Hours Window 7:00 AM–5:30 PM, variable shifts
Shift Day Shift
Work Arrangement Onsite

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The endocrinology practice serves patients from adolescents through older adults who require specialty evaluation and ongoing management of endocrine and metabolic conditions in an ambulatory setting.

Age Range Adolescents to older adults
Encounter Type Outpatient specialty visits
Care Needs Ongoing specialty evaluation, testing follow-up, and education
Clinical Context Ambulatory endocrinology clinic

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The practice concentrates on the diagnosis and long-term management of endocrine and metabolic disorders, providing specialty services that support both newly referred and established patients.

Diabetes Care Management of diabetes and related metabolic conditions
Thyroid Disorders Evaluation and treatment of thyroid conditions
Metabolic & Bone Health Metabolic syndrome and osteoporosis care
Additional Focus Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS)

Role Highlights

This LPN opportunity offers a part-time position within a dedicated endocrinology physician practice at Lehigh Valley Health Network. The role provides exposure to specialty-based ambulatory care, combining patient-facing clinical support with coordination across an established healthcare network.

  • Specialty-focused position within an established endocrinology physician practice rather than a general medical office
  • Based at the Health Center at Cedar Crest, part of Lehigh Valley Health Network's ambulatory care network
  • Part-time employment with a weekday daytime schedule and variable shifts
  • Onsite clinical environment focused on endocrine and metabolic healthcare rather than inpatient hospital care
  • Opportunity to work across a specialty practice workflow involving patient care, clinical documentation, and coordination with healthcare providers

About Lehigh Valley Health Network

Lehigh Valley Health Network is a regional health system serving eastern Pennsylvania. It operates multiple hospital campuses, health centers, and physician practices and is part of Jefferson Health following a 2024 combination. The network maintains a substantial ambulatory footprint that includes specialty clinics such as the endocrinology practice at the Health Center at Cedar Crest.

Organization Type Regional health network (part of Jefferson Health)
Geographic Reach Eastern Pennsylvania, multiple counties
Facilities Hospital campuses, health centers, and physician practices
Flagship Site Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest, Allentown

Frequently Asked Questions

Is prior endocrinology or diabetes experience required?
No. The posting does not list previous endocrinology, diabetes-care, or outpatient physician-office experience as a requirement or preference.
How many hours per week is this part-time role?
Exact weekly hours and individual shift lengths are not specified in the available description. Candidates should confirm scheduling details directly with the employer.
Does the position involve inpatient or hospital floor work?
No. The role is located entirely within an outpatient physician practice at the Health Center at Cedar Crest.
What electronic health record system is used?
The specific EHR platform is not identified in the job posting. Basic computer skills are required to manage clinical information and test tracking.
Are benefits available to part-time LPNs at LVHN?
LVHN offers colleague benefits including health resources, PTO, sick time, and tuition reimbursement; eligibility for this part-time classification depends on network policy and scheduled hours.

Licensed Practical Nurse – Endocrinology in Allentown, PA

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for its endocrinology physician practice in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Located within the Health Center at Cedar Crest, this position is part of an ambulatory specialty care environment dedicated to endocrine and metabolic health. The practice focuses on conditions including diabetes, thyroid disorders, metabolic syndrome, and osteoporosis, bringing several areas of chronic disease management together within one specialty service line. Unlike a general medical office, this clinical setting centers on patients requiring focused endocrinology evaluation and ongoing specialty care. The part-time opportunity is suited to an LPN interested in working in a physician-led outpatient practice within a regional healthcare network.

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