Hospital Courier Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current Medical Assistant certification
• Current BLS certification
• Excellent Computer Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Excellent Organization Skills
• Excellent Customer Service Skills

Responsibilities

• Bring patients to the nursing station within fifteen minutes of their scheduled appointment, taking vital signs (ht, wt, bp, p, resp, and temp) error-free, and recording them in the patients EHR.
• Review and update allergies in EHR.
• Obtain a brief patient history and record pertinent information in the patient’s EHR.
• Review medical records and report any pertinent information to clinicians (e.g., lab, x-ray results).
• Obtain laboratory specimens as ordered, perform necessary testing prior to the PA/FNP/MD seeing the patient.
• Escort the patient to the exam room and prepare the patient for the PA/FNP/MD, providing privacy.
• Obtain lab specimens, perform blood draws, give injections, or perform procedures as ordered by the PA/FNP/MD, recording results into the patient’s EHR.
• Identify emergency situations and notify the PA/FNP/MD immediately.
• Assist PA/FNP/MD in emergencies, laceration repairs, or minor surgery, as directed.
• Participate in ongoing PI activities to improve quality of care.
• Perform other clerical duties as needed.
• Provide clear, concise, adequate information to patients regarding referrals, including date, time, location, and preparation required.
• Check emergency medical supplies according to policy to ensure dates have not expired.
• Provide medical education to patients as directed by the PA/FNP/MD.
• Assist Patient Service Specialist with appropriate scheduling for visits.
• Encourage use of patient portal.
• Check inventory weekly, keep inventory stocked, and rotate items.
• Keep exam rooms neat and stocked with supplies.
• Keep drug sample area neat, check medications for expiration dates monthly, and rotate/destroy outdated medications.
• Prepare laboratory specimens collected daily for hospital courier pick-up.
• Prepare laboratory/imaging results and patient notes received from outside sources to be sent to HIM for scanning.
• Ensure that the PA/FNP/MD has reviewed, initialed, and dated the paperwork.
• Report any STD or communicable disease to the local Health Department according to policy.
• Follow-up with patients who have abnormal lab findings.
• Maintain proficiency in all procedures performed at the clinic, including EKGs and lab procedures.
• Complete and maintain quality controls and calibrations as directed.
• Clean the lab area daily, using disinfectant as needed, and keep it orderly.
• Assist in maintaining an effective patient survey process.
• Actively participate in performance improvement activities to enhance the quality of care and service.
• Perform CLIA waivered tests.
• Have knowledge of human growth and development through the life span of the patient and the ability to meet the needs of and provide care for these patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Family-friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave
• On-Site Childcare
• Flexible scheduling
• Exclusive savings programs
• Career growth and advancement opportunities