LPN

Genesis Healthcare System•Dresden, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides patient care in a physician office setting, assisting providers and staff in coordinating patient care, and functioning as a primary liaison between patients, families, staff, and providers. Genesis HealthCare System is an integrated healthcare delivery system based in Zanesville, Ohio, serving a six-county region of southeastern Ohio. The system includes a not-for-profit hospital, Genesis Hospital, an extensive network of more than 300 physicians, and multiple outpatient care centers. Genesis provides a higher level of service than typically found in a community of its size, including open-heart surgery, trauma care, a Level II special care nursery, neurosurgery, and comprehensive cancer services, establishing itself as a primary referral center for the region. All employees are committed to living the Genesis Mission of serving the community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being through compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, adhering to values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have one of the following qualifications or obtain within six months from hire: (1) Certified Medical Assistant through appropriate board (i.e. American Association of Medical Assistants), (2) registered through appropriate board (i.e. The American Registry of Medical Assistants).
To be eligible for NHA certification (organization proctored exam): Must have at least one (1) year of supervised clinical work experience within the last three (3) years OR have completed a training program within the health field within the last five (5) years.
If hired into a fulltime CCMA position without previous clinical experience, must be able to complete the following within 1 year of hire date: complete online coursework through NHA within 8 months, complete a minimum of 1000 clinical hours provided through full time position, be able to pass certification exam within 1 year of hire and after completion of above 2 criteria.
CPR certification or obtain within 30 days of employment.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
Understanding of laboratory techniques.
Knowledge clinical and diagnostic procedures.
Demonstrated pharmacology knowledge and ability to administer medication.
Knowledge of office practices, patient relations, and medical law and ethics.
Demonstrated understanding of various coding and reimbursement systems including ICD, CPT.
Ability to analyze and interpret clinical data and excellent critical thinking skills to make appropriate interventions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Assists physicians with examinations and other office procedures.
Schedules diagnostic tests, surgeries and pre-admission testing.
Performs initial-response screening following protocols approved by physician.
Performs a variety of tests and procedures including CLIA-waived tests, electrocardiography, respiratory testing, and phlebotomy including venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Prepares and administers oral and parenteral (excluding IV) medications and immunizations as directed by physician and permitted by state law.
Administers patient injections.
Calls prescriptions into pharmacy per direction of the physician.
Functions as liaison between physician, patient and patient’s family.
Practices Standard Precautions, including hand washing and biohazardous materials; applies principals of aseptic technique and infection controls.
Collects and processes specimens.
Maintains examination/treatment rooms, including inventory of supplies and equipment.
Recognizes and responds to emergencies.
Obtains, and records patient history; obtains vital signs and prepares patients for examination, procedure or treatment.
Accurately documents patient communication and clinical treatments, including medication and immunization records.
Prepares patient information packets.