CNA/CMA/LPN

HEALTH WEST INC•Brigham City, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Clinic Administrator and/or Provider, the CNA/CMA/LPN prepares patients for clinical encounters, including patient screening and collection of health history, and coordinates and follows up on patient care. The role responds to patients in assigned provider panels, performs clinical procedures within the appropriate scope of practice, documents services, assists providers, and helps coordinate patient flow and care according to clinic protocols.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from a Certified Nursing Assistant program, Medical Assistant program, or Practical Nursing program.
Current BLS certification.
Pediatric and adult injection skills.
Phlebotomy skills.
Current computer skills.
Knowledge of common medical practice equipment and outpatient medical documentation.
Knowledge of common office equipment, such as copiers, fax machines, and printers.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
Ability to work under pressure.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Nice To Haves

One year of recent experience in a health care setting.

Responsibilities

Meet with and respond promptly to patients in assigned provider panels who come to the center.
Perform clinical procedures within the appropriate scope of practice, such as injections, tympanography, audiometry, spirometry, medication dispensing, venipuncture, EKGs, vision screening, and dressing changes.
Update patient charts with testing, procedures, and injections; document appropriate CPT codes and diagnoses and submit them for provider approval and sign-off.
Assist providers with procedures.
Follow up with patients and coordinate care, including obtaining prior authorizations, completing forms and documents for provider review, and following up on abnormal results, according to clinic protocol.
Refill patient medications according to clinic protocol.
Review patient paperwork and health records, including health history, labs, imaging, and immunizations, and complete tasks within scope of abilities for provider review.
Enter and track patient recalls, including immunizations, future blood work, abnormal Pap tests, and colonoscopies.
Track outpatient referrals through completion.
Operate and maintain center medical equipment according to manufacturer instructions and clinic protocols.
Coordinate with other departments and staff to support timely and accurate patient flow.
Participate in meetings and continuous quality improvement activities.
Comply with Health West Inc. policies and procedures.
Use specialized office and medical equipment according to Health West Inc. procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.