Clinical Assistant

Job Summary:

The Clinical Assistant at Grand Island Clinic supports the daily operations of the clinic by performing a variety of clinical and administrative tasks. This role provides direct patient care and assists healthcare professionals with clinical procedures, ensuring a smooth patient flow, exceptional patient care, and compliance with clinic policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Essential Job Functions:

• Patient Interaction: Greet and check in patients, assist them to examination rooms, and prepare them for exams or procedures.
• Patient Preparation: Collect and document vital signs, medical histories, and symptoms. Prepare patients for tests or treatments as directed by the healthcare provider.
• Clinical Assistance: Support healthcare providers in routine procedures such as injections, wound care, EKGs, and specimen collection.
• Medication and Equipment Handling: Prepare and administer medications as instructed and ensure medical equipment is sanitized and functioning correctly.
• Documentation: Accurately record patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR) system following clinic protocols.
• Administrative Support: Schedule appointments and process insurance authorizations as needed.
• Patient Education: Provide patients with information regarding treatments, tests, or procedures as directed by the healthcare provider.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using EMR systems and standard medical equipment.
• Patient Care Skills: Knowledge of basic clinical procedures, patient handling, and ability to provide compassionate patient support.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and clinic staff effectively.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks efficiently, and maintain a calm and professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Accurate in documentation, medication administration, and following clinical protocols.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with clinical staff, providers, and administrative team members to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent and a Medication Aide certification are required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a clinical or healthcare setting is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required or must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand, walk, and move throughout the clinic for the majority of the shift.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry medical equipment or supplies up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to assist patients with mobility issues, including helping them in and out of examination tables.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and kneeling may be required for patient care and equipment handling.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Grand Island Clinic is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.