What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Professional - Patient Care Coordinator position at Scenic Rivers Health Services?
**Company Overview**
Scenic Rivers Health Services is a community-focused healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. Our organization was established in 1979 as Cook Area Health Services and has since expanded to serve an 8,300 square mile area with seven medical clinics and four dental clinics.
We are associated with critical access hospitals in Cook and Bigfork, enabling us to provide comprehensive patient care 24 hours a day.
**Job Summary**
We are seeking a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team of medical professionals at Scenic Rivers Health Services. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, focusing on daytime patient care while having the potential for cross-training in referral processes and patient scheduling.
The selected candidate will be responsible for updating patient charts, preparing patients for appointments, and reviewing medical concerns while ensuring accurate documentation for provider review. Additionally, they will assist medical providers as directed, administer medications and vaccines, and initiate prescriptions for review.
**Responsibilities:**
- Update patient chart information, including past and present medical histories, medications, allergies, and immunization records prior to appointments.
- Prepare patients for medical visits and/or treatments by reviewing relevant information and coordinating necessary supplies.
- Review and manage patient medical concerns, documenting essential information in patient charts for provider review.
- Order, monitor, and re-stock exam rooms and clinic areas with appropriate medical supplies before patient appointments.
- Assist medical providers as directed, adhering to established procedures.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and testing to patients following established protocols.
- Initiate prescriptions for provider review and refill, ensuring accurate documentation.
**Benefits:**
We offer a competitive compensation package, which includes:
- $22.83 - $25.47 per hour, commensurate with experience.
- 9 annual vacation days.
- 9 annual sick days.
- 7 annual holidays paid at 7 hours/day.
- 19 personal hours.
- $2,000 annual dental benefit.
- $50,000 life insurance and AD&D benefit.
- Health insurance options through Medica.
- Health Savings Account.
- Dependent Care FSA.
- Employee Guaranteed Standard Issue Whole Life Insurance option.
- 403(b) Retirement plan through American Funds.
- Employee Assistance Program.
**Required Skills and Qualifications:**
- Knowledge and experience working with chronic disease patients.
- EMR or EHR experience.
- Patient care focus.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Time management skills.
- Team-centered approach.
- Current MN Nursing License or Medical Assistant Certificate.
**About Us**
We strive for a positive culture that values teamwork, respect, and open communication. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where employees can thrive and contribute to exceptional patient care.
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