Higher Promise Intern - TCU

Bronson Healthcare • Kalamazoo, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position where the individual will perform various tasks in the area/department for which they are reporting. The individual may be involved in routine or project work, data collection and entering, reviewing documents, or other various tasks as needed. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

The individual may perform a variety of tasks based on the area to which they report: Area 1 - Clinical Prepares patient for examination including patient assessment, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and routine testing of hearing, vision or other. Document pertinent information in chart. Maintains documentation standards and reviews chart prior to appointment to assure requests and documents are in place. Administer treatments as requested by the physician. Obtain specimens for urine testing, phlebotomy, etc.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Promise-eligible and currently or previously enrolled in a degree- or certificate-seeking program or vocational school
• Must be proficient in working with computers, fax machines and phone systems
• Must also be organized and able to pay special attention to detail and accuracy
• Must be able to exchange information on factual matters, interact professionally with customers and employees throughout the organization.
• Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
• The job produces some physical demands. Typical of jobs that include regular walking, standing, stooping, bending, sitting, and some lifting of light weight objects.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for examination including patient assessment, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and routine testing of hearing, vision or other.
• Document pertinent information in chart.
• Maintains documentation standards and reviews chart prior to appointment to assure requests and documents are in place.
• Administer treatments as requested by the physician.
• Obtain specimens for urine testing, phlebotomy, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED