Responsibilities
* 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
* 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.
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