LNA (Practice Operations) - Per Diem

Springfield Hospital, Inc•Springfield, VT

4d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) will demonstrate the ability to maintain patient flow in the clinic, respond to requests for information appropriately, and perform procedures in the office setting under direct supervision and direction of the practitioner. The LNA will also be responsible for organizing the clinic efficiently and effectively, contributing to a pleasant and cooperative team environment, stocking clinical rooms, ordering supplies, rooming patients, and accurately preparing and maintaining patient charts.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Completion of an approved course for Licensed Nursing Assistants.
Current Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) license in Vermont
Six (6) months’ customer service/clerical experience, including computer operation
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
Knowledge of clinical procedures, such as taking vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate), collecting patient specimens (blood, urine, etc.) administering medications (under the supervision of a healthcare provider), and assisting with minor surgical procedures.
Knowledge of office tasks, including scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, managing electronic health records (EHRs), verifying insurance information, and handling billing and coding processes.
Excellent patient care and communication skills including the ability to explain procedures, educate patients on treatment plans, and provide emotional support.
Possesses a thorough understanding of infection control protocols and safety measures to prevent the spread of diseases including proper hand hygiene, using personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly, maintaining a clean and sterile environment, and following safety regulations.
Possesses a thorough understanding of medical ethics and legal principles, including patient confidentiality, informed consent, and compliance with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing situations in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a physician office

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the ability to maintain patient flow in the clinic.
Demonstrate the ability to respond to requests for information in an appropriate way.
Demonstrate the ability to perform procedures in the office setting, under direct supervision and direction of the practitioner.
Demonstrate the ability to organize the clinic efficiently and effectively.
Contribute to a pleasant and cooperative team environment.
Demonstrate the ability to stock clinical rooms, order supplies and room patients as appropriate.
Demonstrate the ability to accurately prepare and maintain patient charts.