Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center

“My dad's been really motivated his whole life. He’s just really trying to be the best he can be at all times.” —Perrin Burge, daughter of Chris Burge Learn more about Chris Burge and the care he received after a stroke at the link: https://lnkd.in/d6cHVWDt

After his stroke in 1996, Chris Burge thought his outlook was bleak. But then he started getting services at Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center and his life changed. Learn more about his way forward at https://lnkd.in/d6cHVWDt

Today, we welcome Matthew R. Foster, MD, MMM, as the CEO and president of Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center (MAHHC) and Valley Regional Hospital (VRH). In this new combined role, Foster will provide leadership across a range of diverse organizational operations and strategic initiatives, including promoting patient service and safety, regulatory and legal compliance, financial management, and employee, patient and community relations across MAHHC and VRH. Learn more about Dr. Foster: https://lnkd.in/eEr4tMS2

Do you know about the Nursing Pathway Program (NPP) at MAHHC? NPP offers entry-level health care workers the opportunity to earn professional nursing licensure while earning a salary and benefits. Through the program, qualified candidates can achieve RN licensure in as few as three years. Learn more about careers at MAHHC and the program here: https://lnkd.in/e-yeUfzw

On Wednesday, the MAHHC community gathered to celebrate employee service milestones, recognizing staff who have been with MAHHC for a range of 5 to 45 years. These longtime employees represent a breadth of institutional knowledge, and their dedication to our community shows through our outstanding patient care.

Don’t wait! Eligible candidates can earn a $7,500 signing bonus and relocation support when you join the elite team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and assistants at Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center. Once again named the top Rehabilitation hospital in Vermont by Beckers Hospital Review, our acclaimed, state-of-the-art Rehabilitation Center stands apart as the first choice of hospitals and providers across the region. We work to be the first choice for skilled therapists to do meaningful work in an environment of mutual respect and cooperation. Enjoy competitive pay and benefits, with real opportunities to advance. Learn more about our benefits—including support for your clinical growth—and apply at https://lnkd.in/en4qd5WS

Congratulations to September’s Employee of the Month, Joe Higginbotham! As a pharmacy and supplies technician, Joe assists with drug distribution to patients, procurement and the receipt, storage and distribution of materials. Joe’s nominators described him as “a quick study and conscientious worker who often has his ever-growing notepad of tips, tricks and processes close at hand.” Joe’s “positive attitude and professionalism” helps the pharmacy and materials departments run more effectively. Thank you, Joe!

Calling skilled radiologic technologists: We are seeking a full-time, licensed X-Ray Tech & CT Multi-Modality Technologist at our critical access hospital and health center in cozy Windsor, Vermont. We have a willingness to cross-train into CT Scan! Earn competitive pay with great benefits in a collaborative, respectful environment. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/eumkg54C

Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center has been recognized as the “Top Rehabilitation Hospital” in Vermont in Becker’s Hospital Review’s annual list. This distinction is awarded to hospitals who provide exceptional care of patients recovering from events such as traumatic brain injury, severe burns, and stroke. The Becker’s Hospital Review rankings are based on a U.S. News & World Report evaluation of 1,049 hospitals across the country. The ranking used data from Medicare and other sources to identify the top hospitals across 12 specialties.

Today kicks off National Surgical Technologists Week (September 15-21). Surgical technologists play a vital role in making sure that surgeries proceed safely and effectively, by supporting surgeons as members of the operating team. A surgical technologist needs to be able to anticipate the surgeon’s actions, with knowledge of hundreds of procedures. They also are responsible for ensuring that the operating room is safe, that equipment functions properly, and they handle a wide array of surgical implements. Join us in thanking our surgical technologists for all they do.