Clinic Assistant - CNA - Full-time 36 hours/week

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

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The Clinic Assistant maintains smooth and efficient flow of patients in clinic, performs functions delegated by nursing and physician staff and maintains and promotes a safe, clean and organized environment for the delivery of care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children’s values and support our mission and vision.   
• Understands and satisfies the needs of the neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent and/or adult patient in regards to their growth and development process.

       Patient Care

• Prepares exam rooms and directs patients and families to exam rooms.
• Obtains and documents patient height, weight and vital signs.
• Assists with the collection and documentation of patient information such as health screenings, allergies, and home medications.  Reports any observations or concerns to the nurse or physician.
• Assists with procedures and patient care as directed by the nurse or physician.
• Collects and labels specimens and ensures delivery to the appropriate department.
• Transports stable patients to designated areas and assists the nurse in the transport of unstable patients.
• Performs point of care testing according to established policies, if applicable.
• Obtains and transports medications and hand delivers to the designated nurse or prescriber per the Medication-Administration policy.
• Responds to emergency Code 7 situations and awaits further direction.

      Clinic Operations

• Maintains clinic flow, monitoring patient location and wait time.
• Maintains a clean, organized and safe environment within the clinic area.  Assures that hallways are free of equipment and supplies.
• Assures that the quantity of supplies is adequate and appropriate for the clinic needs.
• Assures that equipment needed for patient care is available at all times.  Addresses any deficiencies or unsafe equipment with the appropriate department.  Cleans equipment after use and returns it to the appropriate department.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations at a level preferably acquired through completion of a high school education or equivalent.
• Currently registered with the State of Wisconsin Registry for Nursing Assistants/Home Health Aides to be eligible for employment in the basic provider settings plus federally certified home health agencies and hospices or a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification preferred.   Certified Nursing Assistant certifications are not required to be renewed after hire.
• Previous experience in a pediatric healthcare environment preferred.
• Experience in basic data entry helpful.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to gather and share information with physicians, patients, visitors, families, and team members in a courteous and confidential manner.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet patient care needs.
• Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.  
• Physical ability to lift and position patients weighing up to 75 pounds, as well as push and pull when performing cleaning functions.
• Frequently bends, lifts, twists, reaches, and squats.
• Occasionally push/pulls and does overhead work.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Health & Safety Association