Flex Clinical LPN/CMA - Pekin Podiatry

Springfield Clinic•Pekin, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Flex Clinical Staff member provides patient care according to each patient’s needs and within the rules and regulations of their scope of practice. The position also manages the daily operations of the office. It reports to the Operations Manager and works in an office setting during the hours the clinic is available to patients and families.

Requirements

Education as an LPN or CMA through an approved program.
Current Illinois licensure as an LPN or certification as a CMA.
CPR certification according to American Heart Association guidelines within 30 days of hire.
Ability to assume accountability and responsibility for one’s own practice and delegated practice.

Responsibilities

Obtain medical information, chief complaints, vital signs, and diagnostic test results in preparation for physician examinations, and document them in the medical record.
Assist the physician with patient examinations and treatment by handing instruments, providing dressings, and preparing equipment in accordance with Infection Control Policy.
Administer treatments prescribed by the provider within scope of practice.
Support continuity of care by entering orders, scheduling tests and procedures, relaying results to providers and patients as appropriate, making referrals, and obtaining prior authorizations or certifications as needed.
Advocate for patients by protecting their rights and addressing complaints regarding service.
Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families.
Maintain professionalism, including adherence to performance standards and dress code, and protect patient and staff confidentiality.
Maintain knowledge through appropriate education programs and current journals and literature, and document learning for yearly evaluation.
Comply with Springfield Clinic incident reporting policies and procedures and applicable OSHA and Springfield Clinic training requirements.
Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
Orient new personnel to the specialty.
Perform other job duties as assigned.