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Lucas County Health Center



Lucas County Health Center, located in Chariton (pop. 4,573), is a non-profit county hospital offering comprehensive health care services in South Central Iowa.  Located in the rolling hills of Lucas County, LCHC has a rich heritage of delivering excellence in healthcare.

LCHC is proud to offer services such as surgical, obstetrics, radiology, sleep studies, chemotherapy, counseling, wound healing, specialty clinics, and two family practice clinics.


Awards

Press Ganey Summit Award

Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Type            Full Time Location     Chariton, IA Contact     Stephanie Bear Email          sbear@lchcia.com Phone        641-774-3216 Description: Provide clerical support as directed, answer telephone, schedule appointments, as well as assist in day-to-day operations. Days and Shifts: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm Department: Physical Therapy
Aug 21, 2026
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Nutritional Services Days and Shifts: Varied days from 11 AM – 7:30 PM, as needed Description: Prepares and cooks meals for patients, employees and visitors using established recipes, formulas, and menu cycles Confers with Nutritional Services Manager or Dietitian regarding food needs, modified diets, menu changes, etc. Operates commercial and large-scale cooking equipment and appliances Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Laboratory Days and Shifts: Mainly Monday – Thursday from 6:30 PM – 5 AM Description: Performs clinical laboratory procedures, quality assurance, and instrument maintenance Maintains cooperative working relationships with intradepartmental and interdepartmental personnel Performs variety of general laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease Performs routine and special laboratory tests in accordance with requisition of physician, may perform clinical tests in any one or combination of areas of specialization Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Part time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Physical Therapy Days and Shifts: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 AM – 4:30 PM Description: Responsible for providing physical therapy modalities and treatments in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care at all times Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Medical Clinic Days and Shifts: Full-time position Monday 7:00am-5:00pm Tuesday and Thursday 7:00am-7:00pm.  Hours may vary. Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm Sunday 11:00am-3:00pm Will work 5 out of 6 weekends Description: Assists Physician, Physician’s Assistant, or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in providing patient care  as directed Relates effectively with other clinic staff for continuity of care Maintains satisfactory relations with other departments of Health Center Participates in all phases of education, maintenance of records, and upgrading of policies, procedures, and skills Facilitates a friendly, efficient, professional atmosphere within the office Assists in the operations of the clinic as directed and maintains the clinic in a proficient and efficient manner. Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Med/Surg Days and Shifts: Varied days from 6 AM – 6:30 PM or 6 PM – 6:30 AM Description: Under limited supervision, plans, directs, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in one unit on a particular shift, including functioning in Charge Nurse role Responsible for orientation, training, and management of personnel Relates effectively with other shifts for continuity of care; maintains satisfactory relations with other departments Participates in all phases of education, maintenance of records, and upgrading of policies, procedures, and skills Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Type            Full Time Location     Chariton, IA Contact     Stephanie Bear Email          sbear@lchcia.com Phone        641-774-3216 Description: Develops and coordinates pharmacy clinical functions throughout the hospital and clinics.  These may include medication reconciliation, special drug monitoring clinics, and patient education programs.  At times will be involved with the day to day activities of distribution within the hospital.  Assists with planning and coordination of pharmacy departmental functions.  Assists with planning, policy formulation, and makes recommendations regarding decision making, with particular reference to the roles, functions, and operations of the Health Center’s pharmacy department.  Performs clinical and professional pharmaceutical work in the compounding and dispensing of drugs and IV supplies.  Assists with instruction of pharmacy students at LCHC completing rotations. Days and Shifts: Monday through Friday 7:30am –...
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Health Information Days and Shifts: Monday – Friday from 8 AM – 4:30 PM Description: Accurately abstract and code from appropriate documentation in each dismissed patient’s medical record, according to approved policies and procedures and the needs of the department, medical staff, administration, etc. This position may be designated/approved as a telecommuting position subject to approval of management. Telecommuter requirements are as follows: Work on-site the first four to six weeks of employment and routinely as indicated in the “Remote Coding Policy/Telework Agreement”. Consistently meet productivity benchmarks listed below in essential functions. If not, he/she may be required to work on-site for a designated period of time. Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Emergency Department Days and Shifts: Mainly Monday – Friday, but may include some weekend hours, if needed.  Works 12 hours as 1st crew ambulance and up to 28 hours of office time.  On-Call Rotation Schedule:  12 hours per week. Description: Provides and oversees the day to day operations of the ambulance department including accountability for planning, organizing and coordinating the Ambulance Service and the staff Provides clinical and administrative leadership in the implementation of the mission, vision and values for the standards of the organization and clinical services Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Ambulance/Emergency Department Days and Shifts: Varied days/shifts as needed 6 AM – 6:30 PM or 6 PM – 6:30 AM Required: Orientation of 10 shifts in first 6 weeks Description: Acts as first unit ambulance response person in addition to performing requested functions in emergency room Participates in second unit call, as well as other duties as assigned Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Respiratory Therapy Days and Shifts: Works 32 to 40 hours per week Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, varied Description: Responsible for providing all cardiopulmonary care to patients of all ages following established standards and practices Perform patient assessment and intervention in accordance with the level of training received during orientation Competent to provide care to patients in the following categories: newborn, infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics Work with patients of all ages and in many different care settings Provide care for patients with heart and lung disorders Work with providers and nurses as a team to provide quality health care for our patients Perform procedures that are both diagnostic and therapeutic Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Physical Therapy Days and Shifts: Full-time position Varied days and hours As needed for high school game coverage including days, evenings, and some weekends Description: Provide athletic training services in accordance with established facility and departmental policies and procedures Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Physical Therapy Days and Shifts: Mainly Monday – Friday from 8 AM – 4:30 PM Potential for occasional Saturday, short duration hours Description: Provide physical therapy modalities and treatments in accordance with established facility and departmental policies and procedures Maintain the highest degree of quality patient care at all times Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Med/surg Days and Shifts: Works three 12-hour shifts per week from 6 AM – 6:30 PM Weekend rotation schedule: Works every 6TH Saturday and Sunday from 6 AM – 6:30 PM On-call rotation schedule: One call shift per pay period, varied days Description: Under limited supervision, plans, directs, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in one unit on a particular shift, including functioning in Charge Nurse role Responsible for orientation, training, and management of personnel Relates effectively with other shifts for continuity of care Maintains satisfactory relations with other departments Participates in all phases of education, maintenance of records, and upgrading of policies, procedures, and skills. Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Med/Surg Days and Shifts: Works varied nights from 6 PM – 6:30 AM Works 36 hours, paid for 40 hours Works every 3rd Friday and Saturday from 6 PM – 6:30 AM On-call one 12-hour shift every other week Description: Under limited supervision, plans, directs, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in one unit on a particular shift, including functioning in Charge Nurse role Responsible for orientation, training, and management of personnel Relates effectively with other shifts for continuity of care Maintains satisfactory relations with other departments Participates in all phases of education, maintenance of records, and upgrading of policies, procedures, and skills. Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Emergency Room Days and Shifts: Works 5 out of 6 weekends from 6 PM – 6:30 AM (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) Works 36 hours and paid for 40 No Call Description: Under limited supervision, plans, directs, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in one unit on a particular shift, including functioning in Charge Nurse role Responsible for orientation, training, and management of personnel Relates effectively with other shifts for continuity of care; maintains satisfactory relations with other departments Participates in all phases of education, maintenance of records, and upgrading of policies, procedures, and skills. Requirements
Aug 21, 2026
Lucas County Health Center Chariton, IA
Department: Physical Therapy Days and Shifts: Monday – Friday from 8 AM – 4:30 PM, varied hours No weekends No call Description: Provide evaluation consultation, and treatment of patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive, and swallowing deficits Provides on-going speech/language therapy to patients of diverse ages and their families. Requirements