Clinical Coordinator

Baptist Healthcare System•Floyds Knobs, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for ensuring efficient patient flow through a combination of appropriate clinical staff scheduling and working directly with providers - providing patient care within the scope of certification and training.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting Program; School of Nursing and or health related field.
Must have an MA certification from an approved institution (AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT) or LPN, RN license.
5 years’ experience in direct patient interaction in a physician office setting.
BLS certification (must be obtained within 90 days of hire).
Computer skills preferred.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Handles patient call backs and prescriptions refills within the scope of the certification for this position
Administers medication and injections as directed by the provider.
Prepares in advance for the provider’s clinic to run smoothly by checking the schedule and the patient record to make sure all documents are available for provider viewing
Performs in-office lab testing such as glucose testing, strep screens, pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and HgbA1c as directed by the provider.
Perform sterilization on instruments used for minor procedures/surgeries.
Oversees quarterly OSHA safety meetings.
Coordinates staffing to ensure adequate coverage in the clinical area.
Monitors clinical staff performance and conducts annual competency evaluations in conjunction with the Practice Manager.
Checks expiration dates on supplies and samples; orders supplies as needed to maintain adequate inventory.
Interviews and recommends hiring of new clinical employees in conjunction with Practice Manager.
Holds regular clinical staff meeting.
Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job-related hazards, and national patient safety goals.