LPN (Urology) - FT/80
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 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. The LPN will also organize the clinic efficiently and effectively, contribute to a positive team environment, stock clinical rooms, order supplies, and room patients. Additionally, the LPN will accurately prepare and maintain patient charts, cross-cover in Gynecology and other Specialty Practices as needed, and efficiently schedule surgical procedures for Urology and Gynecology.
Requirements
- Graduate from a practical nursing education program from an accredited institution.
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Vermont or compact license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
- Six (6) months’ customer service/clerical experience, including computer operation
- 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.
- Under direct supervision and direction of the practitioner, demonstrate the ability to perform procedures in the office setting.
- 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.
- Cross cover in Gynecology and other Specialty Practices as needed.
- Schedule surgical procedures efficiently for Urology and Gynecology.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- 401k with an employer match
- short- and long-term disability insurance
- paid time off
- referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
