Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am -4:30 pm
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Demonstrate knowledge of cardiovascular disease processes by obtaining and interpreting data; identifying appropriate use and dose of medications; understanding lab values and properly adapting procedures and treatmentsWhen necessary, room patients; ascertain patient identification; obtain basic patient data (chief complaint, pain level, allergies, current medications); obtain vitals, weight, assessment of general appearance; verify exams to be performedPerform protime and lipid studies with recommendations based on results; perform EKG’s; start IV’s for testing (as required); assist with stress echos and nuclear tests; utilize proper procedures in administering medications and performing lab tests based on physician directionAssist physician as needed with patient treatment, examination and testingReport critical labs/diagnostic test values to physician; communicate test results to patients per physician instruction; arrange hospital cath procedures; obtain orders, patient instructions, appropriate prescriptions from physician; complete pre-certification; provide patient and family education, i.e. procedures, tests, medication, nutrition health/wellnessPerform patient telephone triage; receive phone call/messages from patients; assess urgency of calls; consult physician; document patient notification/follow-upMaintain patient and organizational confidentiality in accordance with HIPAAServe as a clinical resource for patients, practice staff and physicians; participate in training, orientation and education of new employees; oversee maintenance and quality control of medications, emergency equipment, crash cart, stocking of exam and procedure rooms, lab controls, sharps/biohazardMaintain professional appearance and attitudeMust be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Required Licensure and Certification
Preferred Licensure and Certification
The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.
Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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