LPN / LVN
Atrium Health Women's Care Charlotte OB/GYN
Charlotte, NC
$24-36/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Health savings account
Qualifications
- PN license in North Carolina
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Overview
Primary Purpose Responsible for assisting the physician and/or Advanced Care Practitioner (ACP) with patient care, patient intake at office visit, documentation, vaccine and medication administration, clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. Assists with appointment scheduling and maintaining medical record.Major Responsibilities
· Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and/or geriatric population of patients, as pertinent to the scope of the specialty of the office setting.
· Pre-visit planning with provider and care team.
· Follows the patient intake/rooming work in place at the practice.
· May include medication administration, including injections.
· Check vital signs, height, and weight.
· May assist with reviewing medication history and updating medication list.
· May assist with satisfaction of pertinent health maintenance requirements.
· Point of Care testing (POCT) per standing order or provider order.
· Utilizes standard precautions, complies with CHS Policies; Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards; Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations; and The Joint Commission (TJC), Division of Facility Services (DFS), and other Regulatory Agency standards as applicable to the practice.
· Reports patient's condition and reaction to the provider following procedures, medication administration, or treatments. · Assists with patient inquiries for prescription refills, appointment scheduling, and referral authorization as needed.
· Participates in electronic documentation of care at the direction of the provider.
· Completes CLIA approved waived laboratory tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in adherence to CLIA standards. Performs Quality Control and maintenance for Point of Care in-office lab procedures, as applicable.
· Performs venipuncture. May be required to assist with collection of specimens of body fluids such as urine and blood for laboratory testing. Completes lab requisitions and prepares specimens for pick-up.
· Responsible for monitoring inventory and stock medications, narcotics, and emergency medications/equipment specific to the practice setting.
· Ensures that all ordered laboratory and diagnostic tests are tracked and logged, and that the provider is presented with all test results.
Minimum Job Requirements Education
High school graduate or equivalent required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required. Must maintain current certification.
Must possess one of the following:
a) Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
b) Intermediate EMT or Paramedic Program with 3 years prior clinical experience required.
c) Structured military training which is clinical in nature per DD214.
d) Graduate of an Accredited School of Professional Nursing.
e) 3 years on the job training and successful completion of CHS Medical Group approved competency assessment.
Certification / LicenseRecognized/certified as a CMA or RMA by one of the following National Organizations:
- American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
- National HealthCareer Association (NHA)
- National Healthcare Worker’s Association (NHCWA)
- National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
- American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA) American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), National Registry of Medical Assistants (NRMA)
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Work consistently requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Possible exposure to communicable diseases. Must speak, read, and write Basic English fluently. Intact senses of sight, hearing, smell, and touch. Manual finger dexterity.
Preferred Job Requirements Certification / License National Certification Medical Association
DISCLAIMER
All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.
Facility
Atrium Health Women's Care Charlotte OB/GYN
Employer
Atrium Health Charlotte
Atrium Health Wake Forest BaptistAtrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a pre-eminent academic health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's two main components are an integrated clinical system - anchored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem - that includes Brenner Children's Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians; and Wake Forest School of Medicine, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise and a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery.
Atrium Health NavicentAtrium Health Navicent is the leading provider of healthcare in central and south Georgia and is committed to its mission of elevating health and well-being through compassionate care. Atrium Health Navicent is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the third-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. Atrium Health Navicent provides high-quality, personalized care in 53 specialties at more than 50 facilities throughout the region. As part of the largest, integrated, nonprofit health system in the Southeast, it is also able to tap into some of the nation's leading medical experts and specialists with Atrium Health, allowing it to provide the best care close to home - including advanced innovations in virtual medicine and care. Throughout its 125-year history in the community, Atrium Health Navicent has remained dedicated to enhancing health and wellness for individuals throughout the region through nationally recognized quality care, community health initiatives and collaborative partnerships. It is also one of the leading teaching hospitals in the region, helping to ensure viability for rural health care for the next generation.
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About Charlotte, NC
- Cost of living in Charlotte is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F, while in winter, average lows are around 30°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Charlotte, with options ranging from apartments to furnished homes.
- Charlotte is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation includes buses and light rail, but a car is recommended for convenience.
- Charlotte has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Charlotte.
- Charlotte offers a variety of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, sports events including professional basketball and football, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking and water sports.
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