Key Responsibilities (list 5-8)
· Direct and guide back office staff in monitoring and expediting workflow.
· Handle medical supply inventory, orders, and cost control.
· Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
· Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
· Obtain and record vital signs and other appropriate information, such as height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problem.
· May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
· Administer ordered medications via, oral, topical, rectal, otic, ophthalmic, and/or inhaled.
· Administer vaccines via oral, topically, by injection, and/or nasal administration.
· Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
· Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
· Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
· Formulate and document patient care plans, charts, tests and examination results in the medical record.
· Escalate non-routine issues to the practice manager or physician.
· Work with healthcare provider to facilitate training of new hires and other training initiatives.
· Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager or physician.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
· High school diploma or equivalency.
· Six months experience working with public.
· Prefer clinic/physician office experience (i.e. knowledge of medical office practices and procedures, business English, mathematics, spelling, office equipment and basic computer skills).
· CPR Certification (obtained within 6 months of start date).
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.