Clinical Specialist LPN - Full Time

OSS Health • West Manchester Township, PA

15d

About The Position

The Clinical Specialist LPN assists physicians and other team members in providing medical care to patients of the Orthopedic and/or Pain clinic. The role also supports maintenance of patients’ electronic medical records and provides customer service to patients, their families, and colleagues. CCMA or LPN is preferred. The position may travel to other locations as needed and may serve as a preceptor after completing preceptor training.

The schedule is Monday 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Tuesday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Wednesday 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Thursday 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Friday 7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program or currently licensed by the State of Pennsylvania as a Registered Nurse.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain it before working independently with patients.
• Excellent independent clinical knowledge.
• Excellent oral communication skills and knowledge of medical terminology, typing, grammar, and spelling.
• On-the-job experience with medical computer software in a clinical setting.
• CCMA or LPN preferred.

Nice To Haves

• At least three years of relevant clinical experience in a medical office or hospital setting, particularly in Orthopaedics, the ER, or Urgent Care.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients to the clinical area and accompany them to examination rooms.
• Assist physicians with patient examinations and treatment under their direction.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and accurately record information.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Assist with removal of staples and/or sutures.
• Prepare injections and assist physicians with administering injections.
• Assist physicians in applying casts, splints, and similar devices.
• Complete documentation in the electronic medical record system.
• Coordinate surgery and appointment scheduling.
• Assist with patient inquiries about medication and post-operative treatment.
• Submit physician-ordered prescriptions to pharmacies by telephone and electronically.
• Act as an agent for a licensed provider.
• Travel to other locations as needed.
• As a trained preceptor, assist with new-hire orientation checklists and collaborate with the Clinical Educator on goals and progress.
• As a trained preceptor, serve as a role model and resource, and help new hires transition into the work area and organizational culture.
• As a trained preceptor, assess new hires’ learning needs and readiness, plan learning activities, teach skills, and reinforce prior learning.
• As a trained preceptor, provide feedback and evaluate new-hire performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage available on the first day of employment.
• Disability and life insurance within 90 days.
• Company-paid group life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) plan and profit sharing.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED