Clinical Assistant | Infusion Services

Monument Health•Rapid City, SD

21d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Clinical Assistant at Monument Health, you will provide compassionate, patient-focused care as an essential member of the health care team. You will work collaboratively under supervision and independently to provide direct and indirect patient care in a clinic setting. You will perform assigned tasks, designated activities, and functions for which you have received training, in accordance with Monument Health policies and procedures and the needs of the patient. In some clinic locations, the role may include assisting the medical imaging department with limited x-ray exams after successful competency training.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Professional Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA), within 60 days of hire or transfer.
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Ability to meet the physical demands of heavy work, including exerting up to 25 pounds of force constantly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally or seldomly to move objects.
Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent in General Studies.
80 hours of initial training in radiation safety, positioning, and image review.
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification from the South Dakota Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

Prepare examination and treatment areas according to clinic standards.
Complete patient rooming procedures, including vital signs, data collection, and other clinic-specific components within the outlined Scope of Responsibilities.
Assist with Point of Care laboratory testing after successful competency training.
Ensure patient-record documentation is accurate, clear, and concise within the outlined Scope of Responsibilities.
Complete assigned clerical activities and supply maintenance or ordering as directed.
Assist with scheduling follow-up care as ordered or directed.
Work within the documented Monument Health Scope of Responsibilities.
In some clinic locations, assist the medical imaging department with limited x-ray exams after successful competency training.
Perform other duties as assigned.