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LPN -Express Care Morton - Morton Illinois
Company: Carle Health Location: Morton, Illinois
Posted On: 04/26/2024
Position Summary: The Clinical Care Attendant is responsible for assisting the Physician, Nurse Practitioner, and Physician Assistant (collectively "Provider") with front office and back office duties in the outpatient management of patients on a rotating basis. This position is a vital part of the office team that cares for patients in the clinic setting working under the direction of a Provider and working closely with the Provider, other clinical staff, and direct patient care. Additionally, the Clinical Care Attendant is responsible for a variety of clerical and clinical functions within a clinic setting requiring knowledge and integration of available standards, resources, and data; discretion; good judgment; diplomacy; decision making; and a strong customer service attitude. Acting as the patient advocate, the Clinical Care Attendant has continuous contact with Providers, patients, patient families/ significant others, community agencies, and patient care staff and management. Qualifications: EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS H.S. Diploma/GED or Certificate in Practical Nursing or College Diploma in Nursing or Practical Nursing CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Certification for Certified Medical Assistant from AAMA, NCCT, AMT or NHA upon hire or National Registry of EMT - Basic upon hire or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Illinois upon hire or Registered Professional Nurse (RN) License Illinois upon hire and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 3-5 years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant will be considered as an alternative minimum requirement if a graduate from a non-accredited program ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of Urgent Care medical specialty.Knowledge of medical terminology.Knowledge of health system EMR.Requires clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to plan and evaluate patient care.Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow.Creative thinking; analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities; self-direction, theoretical implementation, and evaluation.Strong interpersonal skills including exceptional customer service and phone etiquette.Ability to work as a team member.Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.Strong computer skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to direct others and to exercise judgment in problem situations Essential Functions: |
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