Triage Nurse

Triage Nurse
Maria de los Santos Health Center - Philadelphia, PA

Full-Time / Monday - Friday / No weekends!  

Who We Are

For over 55 years, Delaware Valley Community Health has been driven by our mission to serve the underserved population of Greater Philadelphia. We feel there is no greater cause than helping those in need, and we welcome all who share in our beliefs to consider joining us.

At DVCH, there’s a lot of humanity in our workplace. We support each other in a friendly, dynamic, and diverse environment and treat each other like family. The work is often challenging but it’s always rewarding.

We are committed to giving our people every opportunity to succeed. We believe that investing in our employees is the right thing to do by providing quality benefits and continuous learning opportunities to enhance the professional and personal lives of our team members. If you are eager to realize your true potential while helping those in need, we invite you to explore a career with purpose, and join our family at Delaware Valley Community Health.

Build a Career with Purpose

We are seeking a Triage Nurse to join our Clinical Team at our busy multi-cultural ambulatory care centers and help provide the most efficient quality clinical care to our patients. This position is responsible for assessing patients and establishing the level of care that they require both virtually (chat, video, telephone) and in-person to the patient population of Delaware Valley Community Health, Inc in a safe and timely manner. Care can range from urgent/episodic to scheduled, preventative care and chronic disease management.

Why Join DVCH? 

Outstanding Benefits  

We offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in our field, including: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• HSA & FSA options 
• 401(k) with employer match and additional contributions 
• Employer-paid life insurance 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Generous paid time off 
• Continuous Medical Education Stipend 
• Loan Repayment Assistance Program 

Work-Life Balance 

• Monday–Friday schedule 
• No weekend clinic hours 
• Supportive and collaborative work environment 

Stability & Growth 

As a well-established and growing Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), DVCH offers long-term career stability and opportunities for advancement in a mission-driven organization. 

What You'll Do

• Interviews/triages patients and or family to determine the need for medical attention.
• Collects and interprets patient data in consultation with a provider regarding appropriate management and treatment for the initial evaluation of a problem or the follow-up of a previously diagnosed condition.
• Records all patient data in patient electronic health record (EHR) after each encounter.
• Initiates diagnostic and therapeutic measures as indicated by standing protocols
• Provides health counselling and instructions regarding common patient problems.
• Works with Clinical Pharmacist in supporting patient education regarding medications and adherence to medications and appointments.