Clinical Assistant - Orthopedics
About The Position
The Orthopedic Clinical Assistant is responsible for performing assigned duties within his/her capabilities and scope of practice. They will assist the clinic provider or nurse in specified aspects of patient treatment, including emergent care and primary care for all age levels. They will maintain effective interaction with the public and hospital personnel. What You'll Do: Take the vital signs on all patients including: BP, HR, R, O2 sat. Take the Height and Weight, and the level of pain on patients. Responsible for the patient flow in the clinic, rooming and preparing the patient to be seen by the provider. Assist the providers with minor surgery set up, and specimen preparation. Responsible to complete minor lab procedures, including, the collection of specimens both urine and blood, and also be responsible for the routing of lab results to the correct provider.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- State of California Certified Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician (State or National) certification required.
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification required.
Responsibilities
- Take the vital signs on all patients including: BP, HR, R, O2 sat.
- Take the Height and Weight, and the level of pain on patients.
- Responsible for the patient flow in the clinic, rooming and preparing the patient to be seen by the provider.
- Assist the providers with minor surgery set up, and specimen preparation.
- Responsible to complete minor lab procedures, including, the collection of specimens both urine and blood, and also be responsible for the routing of lab results to the correct provider.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
