What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN position at Pediatrix?
Overview
Eastside Maternal-Fetal Medicine is a group of physicians, nurses, sonographers, dietitians, diabetic educators, and genetic counselors who provide obstetrical care and screening for pregnant women in Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas. We work with obstetricians and midwives in the local community to support maternal and fetal health in pregnancies that may be at increased risk of complication due to maternal age, pre-existing maternal conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes, multiple gestation such as twins and triplets, and many other issues. We provide a screening service for low-risk pregnancies to ensure that every family has access to top quality ultrasound imaging and education regarding screening options.
Responsibilities
The LPN provides direct patient care and works with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to patients in an office based setting.
- Possess and maintain a State Licensed Practical Nursing license.
- Accurately calculate medication dosages.
- Assists the physicians and nurse practitioners as needed.
- Provides telephone triage and properly documents all patient, physician and other contacts.
- Participates in revenue cycle by ensuring authorizations and referrals are in place and notifying the Billing Associate of needs for further authorizations.
- Documents correct CPT and ICD-10 codes for services provided.
- Cleans, stocks, and prepares examination rooms. Keep rooms comfortable for patients, physicians and nurse practitioners.
- Monitors medical supply inventory.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Communicates effectively and courteously with and demonstrates a caring attitude toward patients and their families.
- Treats all patients and their families with dignity and respect.
- Uses standards of patient satisfaction as a measure of effectiveness.
- Follows universal precautions and OSHA standards.
- Performs other assigned duties as directed.
Qualifications
LPN state license required.
1 years experience in a womens health outpatient setting preferred.
- Must maintain CPR certification.
- Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
- Compassion for the patients and their families.
- Quick decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well as part of a healthcare team.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.
Benefits and Compensation
Benefits for Full Time employees and qualified dependents:- Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Progyny Fertility Benefits
- Livongo Diabetes Management
- Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services
- Smart Shopper
- 401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan**
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) – 15% discount*
- Basic Employee; Spouse; Child Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Employee Optional Life and AD&D
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Pre-Tax Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employee and Dependent Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)**
- Parental Leave Benefit
- Sick Pay Bank
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)**
- Group Aflac Policies
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employee Charitable Fund
- Care.com
- Various Discount Programs
*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit
**Available to Part-Time regular and part-time casual employees aged 21 and over
The pay for this position ranges from $23.08 - $37.74 per hour and is based on years of relevant experience.
About Us
Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.
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Pediatrix is 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 or veteran status.
Salary : $23 - $38
