Job Type: Full time
The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to the following:Locating patients, obtaining accurate vital signs by visual and auditory measures, triaging patients, assessing patients’ medical condition, and preparing patients for physicals and medical treatment by Physicians and Nurses;Understanding and using the electronic medical record system;Ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed;Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when the patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs;Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care;Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner;Performing lab duties as assigned;Performing phlebotomy procedures;Sterilizing and setting up instruments;Receiving and storing supplies; restocking treatment rooms as needed;Reporting to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift;Following ancillary guidelines as deemed necessary by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, DMS, and Physician;Adhering to established policies and procedures;Maintaining cleanliness of the treatment area and completing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines and other maintenance assignments as directed;Washing, drying, folding, and restocking laundry; maintaining the cleanliness of the washing machine and dryer lint trap;Attending staff meetings as scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS;Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained;Completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift;Being available to assist as needed, as breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time to provide necessary patient care or to maintain center operations;Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere;Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions;Understanding and performing all duties as assigned.Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:Must be 18 years of age or older;Minimum typing experience;High school graduate or equivalent;Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office preferred;Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system;Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time);Ability to lift up to 50 pounds;Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills;Ability to prioritize and multitask;Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.