Outpatient Clinical Care Assistant - Gastroenterology

Cleveland Clinic

52d • Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital’s team of caregivers that provide top-quality patient care to the Port St. Lucie area. Opening its doors in 2013 and expanding in 2017, this state-of-the-art acute care facility has 177 patient rooms and offers a wide variety of services to meet community needs. Here, you will be supported as you follow your dreams and find where you belong, here at Tradition Hospital. The Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, diagnose and treat patients with digestive problems and conditions. Our specialists use innovative diagnostic tools and treatments such as upper gastrointestinal endoscopy for esophageal, stomach and duodenal disorders, endoscopic ultrasound with fine needle aspiration, ablative techniques for Barrett’s esophagus, colonoscopies, and therapeutic interventions for colonic disease. As a Medical Assistant on this team, you will collaborate with fellow staff to create a welcoming, comfortable environment for patients, families and visitors. You will assist with medication management, patient monitoring, administrative tasks and more. All your work helps ensure the best possible health outcomes. Additionally, you will receive ample opportunities to enhance your skills, gain hands-on experience and explore advanced positions at Cleveland Clinic. A caregiver in this position works days from 8:00AM – 5:00PM. This position is currently located at the Martin Health Medical Office Building – Tiffany but will eventually be moving to Tradition Hospital.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Understanding of human anatomy, basic patient care activities and math
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross upon hire or within new hire period
• One year of recent healthcare experience in a hospital or ambulatory, homecare, assisted living, nursing home or long-term care setting
• Additional formal training/education may substitute some or all of the required experience

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in the use of an electronic medical record
• Individuals who are currently pursuing or desire to pursue a career in medicine
• Medical background/knowledge
• EPIC experience
• Background in customer service including experience de-escalating situations and managing interactions with irate patients

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, height and weight as directed.
• Collect patient specimens and prepare specimens appropriately for transport to labs.
• Prepare patients for exams, tests and special procedures and assist with exams and treatments as applicable.
• Complete the rooming process, including review of medications, updating allergies, identifying pain level and asking regulatory screening questions.
• Identify, document and report changes to an RN and or MD.
• Assist with indirect patient care.
• Perform patient treatments as directed, including applying heat or cold, simple sterile dressing changes and measuring, applying, changing and removing casts, braces and splints.
• Repair casts and apply and instruct patients in the use of DME.
• Remove dressings, sutures & staples.
• Stock supplies and linens as applicable.
• Clean and restock dressing supply carts, check emergency carts and empty needle boxes using appropriate safety measures.
• Assist in regulatory and safety monitoring and compliance audits as directed.
• Initiate CPR and other emergency measures as required.
• Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration.

Benefits

• Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
• Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we provide what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees