Orthopaedic Registered Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant
About The Position
The RN or CMA rooms, appropriately identifies, and prepares the patient for the examination. Obtains accurate vital signs per organization standards. Documents the reason for visit and updates/confirms allergies, medical/surgical history, and pharmacy information. May also perform transcription duties for the provider during the patient visit. Promptly informs provider of any significant change in vital signs or acute symptoms. Anticipates/sets up equipment or supplies needed for visit. Communicates with 3rd party payers for any prior authorization or verification of benefits eligibility for services performed in the clinic. Maintains exam room stock, equipment, supply, and medication inventory. Administers or orders medications and monitors for any adverse reactions or side-effects. Provides telephonic triage for patient calls regarding treatment plans, medication refills, urgent concerns, and assistance in the plan of care. Collaborates with various staff within the orthopedic provider networks verbally or electronically to coordinate patient care.
Requirements
- Current RN license or CMA certification in IL.
- Current BLS certification.
- Willing to travel in a 5-county radius of Wabash General Hospital-Main Campus.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year experience in physician office practice recommended.
Responsibilities
- Room, appropriately identify, and prepare the patient for the examination.
- Obtain accurate vital signs per organization standards.
- Document the reason for visit and update/confirm allergies, medical/surgical history, and pharmacy information.
- Perform transcription duties for the provider during the patient visit.
- Promptly inform provider of any significant change in vital signs or acute symptoms.
- Anticipate and set up equipment or supplies needed for visit.
- Communicate with 3rd party payers for any prior authorization or verification of benefits eligibility for services performed in the clinic.
- Maintain exam room stock, equipment, supply, and medication inventory.
- Administer or order medications and monitor for any adverse reactions or side-effects.
- Provide telephonic triage for patient calls regarding treatment plans, medication refills, urgent concerns, and assistance in the plan of care.
- Collaborate with various staff within the orthopedic provider networks verbally or electronically to coordinate patient care.
Benefits
- Health Insurance (Medical, dental, and vision coverage options)
- Free internal prescription program
- Employer contributions to premiums.
- Retirement Plans (457(b) plan with employer matching, 401(a) plan for employer contributions)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) (Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service, Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days, Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays)
- Work-Life Balance (Flexible work schedules)
- Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Professional development opportunities
- Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
