What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLINIC LPN position at Ozark Health Inc?
Job Summary:
This individual is responsible for patient preparation, as well as, assisting the physician with procedures and minor surgeries. Also performs various diagnostic tests and patient education in the clinic. Maintains equipment and acts as liaison between the physician and all outside agencies to include hospitals, nursing homes, DME companies, pharmacies, HMO’s and other physician’s offices, as well as with the patient. Supports other medical staff members as necessary to maintain patient flow.
Requirements:
- Current Arkansas License. Degree from an accredited institution.
- Previous clinical experience preferred. Lab. EKG. and X-ray experience preferred.
- High School Diploma/GED
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Performs any diagnostic tests quickly and accurately and documents results in patient’s chart.
- Thoroughly explains the nature of exam, tests, or treatment to the patient and maintains accurate records for follow-up of test results. Performs any patient education deemed necessary by the physician.
- Makes appropriate arrangements for follow-up and/or continuing care to include: outpatient procedures, hospital admissions, etc.
- Receives and organizes medical samples daily, maintains inventory of medical supplies and submits requests for medical supplies in writing to the clinic manager.
- Administers injections or medications using appropriate technique as ordered by physician and maintains accurate records of each per regulatory guidelines.
- Screens patient telephone calls, return messages, reports test results as needed, calls in orders and prescriptions and documents neatly and accurately in chart.
- Assists other staff members as needed to ensure smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.
- Accurately audits the patient’s medical records to ensure completeness.
- Obtains any pre-authorizations necessary for the physician to conduct the exam and/or procedure.
- Escorts the patient to the exam room, accurately records vital signs, height, weight, brief history, current medications and prepares the patient for exam.
- Replaces table paper, cleans and stocks exam rooms as needed.
- Completes appropriate paperwork within the realm of authority regarding physical exam in a timely manner.
- Ensures that equipment is clean and/or sterile for the physician’s use.
- Prepares patient for X-ray and completes appropriate forms as necessary.
- Assists the physician during procedures and/or minor surgeries as directed, and cleans up afterwards in a timely manner.
Full Time Benefits:
Thank you for your interest in employment with Ozark Health. Before beginning your application, please consider the following: This application must be fully completed. Information provided will be used to investigate previous employment and background. Ozark Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or other classes protected by state or federal law. Ozark Health is a SMOKE and TOBACCO FREE employer. Smoking or tobacco product use (including e-cigarettes) is prohibited on campus (including parking lots, vehicles and adjacent properties). Smoke breaks are not permitted. Employment applications are active for one year. Proof of the legal right to work in the United States is required.
- New Competitive Pay Scale
- Matching 401K
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits Available
Thank you for your interest in employment with Ozark Health. Before beginning your application, please consider the following: This application must be fully completed. Information provided will be used to investigate previous employment and background. Ozark Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or other classes protected by state or federal law. Ozark Health is a SMOKE and TOBACCO FREE employer. Smoking or tobacco product use (including e-cigarettes) is prohibited on campus (including parking lots, vehicles and adjacent properties). Smoke breaks are not permitted. Employment applications are active for one year. Proof of the legal right to work in the United States is required.
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