Nursing Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Able to triage patient problems.
• Be familiar with and compliant OSHA/HIPAA, infection control & Blood Borne Pathogen Standards.
• Experience measuring vital signs and preparing patients for appointments.
• Experience administering injections.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Knowledge of office financial policies.
• Basic computer skills and experience in EMR utilization.
• Able to operate standard office equipment (i.e. computer, fax, copier, scanner, etc)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluent in English
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to work in an effective, cooperative, and courteous manner with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Must be able to travel to satellite offices as needed
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize appropriately, and work well both individually and as part of a team
• Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to spell, sort and file materials correctly alphabetically or numerically.
• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Moderate amount of talking, bending, twisting, reaching, and balancing.
• Use of hands and fingers.
• Talking and listening in person and on the telephone.
• Handling of materials such as paper, supplies, etc.
• Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
• Risk of exposure to infectious organisms and the possibility of injury due to chemicals and sharp objects.
• High school diploma or GED required
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, or a bachelor’s degree in a pre-med or pre-physician assistant track preferred
• 1-2 years of recent experience in a Medical Assistant, CNA, or similar hands-on patient care role preferred

Nice To Haves

• Dermatology experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and confirm name and date of birth
• Obtain and record vital signs, medical history, and chief complaint
• Scribe for providers during patient visits
• Assist provider with in-office dermatology procedures (biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, injections, wound care)
• Set up procedure trays, instruments, and equipment
• Prepare, label, and route pathology and lab specimens according to insurance guidelines
• Document clinical notes and provider instructions in the EMR
• Provide post-procedure and wound-care instructions to patients
• Sterilize instruments, maintain infection control standards, and restock exam rooms
• Monitor nurse line / tasking and respond to patient questions as directed
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality at all times

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date
• Short-term and long-term disability, voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, and child), critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee discounts on cosmetic services and products