Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assist the physicians and physician assistants with the examination and treatment of patients, along with performing tasks to keep the clinical office running smoothly. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Greets patients and escorts them to the examination rooms.

· Takes vital signs (pulse, blood pressure, respirations) as well as height/weight and accurately records results in EMR.

· Records all of the patient’s current medications in the appropriate section of the EMR.

· Performs electrocardiogram per protocol.

· Brief review of interim history pertinent to physician seeing patient.

· Notify physician of any significant health changes or hospitalizations.

· Obtain any necessary reports, hospital records, etc. to assist in patient care.

· Reviews and assists in completion of forms required by physician prior to examination (e.g., health questionnaire, health history, etc.).

· Notifies physician when patient is ready for examination.

· Assists physician with examinations and procedures as needed.

· Adhere to OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.

· Monitor, order and stock clinical supplies.

· Maintain clean and orderly exam rooms.

· Performs other tasks or services deemed necessary by the physician or administrator.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

· High school graduate or equivalent.

· Current licensure as a RN or LPN in Virginia.

· Current Basic Life Support / CPR card.

· Preferred at least one year of medical office, clinic or other healthcare setting experience.

· Comfort with use EKG machine, sphygmomanometer and basic clinical tools.

· Physical lifting up to 50lbs.

· Ability to make a great first impression and sustain it; employ tact, diplomacy and compassion with all types of people; maintain cooperative relationships with staff members, patients and physicians; prioritize duties appropriately, maintain privacy with information according to HIPPA guidelines; perform functions with accuracy and integrity.