Calling all Pediatric LPNs and Medical Assistants! Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in children's healthcare today!
Job Summary:
The LPN or MA works as part of the clinic provider team and assists the Physician, Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant in the provision of primary health care. The LPN or MA provides limited direct patient services and performs specifically designated independent procedures.
Reports To: Director of Nursing/Assistant Director of Nursing/Clinic Charge Nurse
Bilingual is a plus but not required.
**Safety Sensitive**
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Prepares patients for examination including the identification of the chief complaint, the taking of vital signs, height, weight, etc., and ensures smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.
2. Keeps ill patients comfortable until seen by a physician or nurse practitioner.
3. Assists physician and family nurse practitioner in health care activities, performance of diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures, and the administration of medications as necessary.
4. Conducts patient screening for hearing, sight, blood pressure and other simple routine procedures and physicals.
5. In the absence of a laboratory technician, performs routine laboratory procedures, collects specimens and prepares them for laboratory pick-up.
6. Maintains patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
7. Assists with stocking the examining room and special treatment rooms with needed supplies.
8. Participates in the clinic’s quality improvement activities and performs duties in accordance with applicable standards.
9. Ensures an appropriate environment for the administration of healthcare by keeping exam rooms, nurses station, all equipment, and other work areas clean, safe, and orderly fashion.
10. Performs other necessary duties as required by the Nursing Supervisor to meet the goal of providing primary care services.
11. Properly documents all information related to the patient visit within the electronic medical records system. This can include but is not limited to chief complaint, medications, blood pressure, weight, height, etc. Also responsible for properly documenting all phone calls including advice, patient refills, etc.
12. Supports initiatives such as Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and Meaningful Use (MU).
13. Encourage inclusion and diversity within the organization
Education/Experience
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
RVPCS is a Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
This position is governed by mandated Federal and State regulations and the policies and procedures of River Valley Primary Care Services, Inc.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
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Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20
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