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.
- 1 year experience in physician office practice recommended.
- Willing to travel in a 5-county radius of Wabash General Hospital-Main Campus.
Responsibilities
- 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.
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
- Other Benefits 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
- Additional Perks Wellness programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
