What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN/LVN-Clinic position at ScionHealth?
Description
Watertown Regional Medical Center is NOW HIRING for a LPN at our Clinic location.
This is a full-time (32hour) day shift position supporting our clinic.
Summary:
Assists physician(s) or mid-level provider(s) in patient care, exhibiting decision making skills for moderately complex issues and a basic understanding of pharmacology. Provides quality patient care, both in the office and over the telephone, as directed by Physician, Non-Physician Practitioner or Practice Management. Performs clerical and general office duties based on knowledge of medical practice procedures and policies.
General Responsibilities:
Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Qualifications:
Watertown Regional Medical Center is NOW HIRING for a LPN at our Clinic location.
This is a full-time (32hour) day shift position supporting our clinic.
Summary:
Assists physician(s) or mid-level provider(s) in patient care, exhibiting decision making skills for moderately complex issues and a basic understanding of pharmacology. Provides quality patient care, both in the office and over the telephone, as directed by Physician, Non-Physician Practitioner or Practice Management. Performs clerical and general office duties based on knowledge of medical practice procedures and policies.
General Responsibilities:
Duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider.
- Triages moderately complex patient calls and issues.
- Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, height, etc.), and records information on patients' charts.
- Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
- Administers injections, immunizations, and allergy shots.
- Performs EKGs and other tests according to office protocol.
- Performs routine clerical functions, e.g., answering phones, taking off messages, retrieving charts, completing forms, scheduling appointments, etc.
- After discussing with provider, calls patients to discuss care.
- Notifying patients of lab results.
- Assists provider in minor procedures.
- Prepare soiled instruments and perform sterilization processes as required.
- Maintains charts and files in an organized and efficient manner.
- Obtains prior authorizations for medications, as needed.
- Schedules patients (if applicable).
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED – Required
- Completion of a Licensed Practical Nurse Program – Required
- Current license to practice professional nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Wisconsin, Required
- Physician Practice Experience – Preferred
- Understanding of Medical Terminology/ Anatomy – Required
- Ability to perform basic tests related to practice specialty – Required
- BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
- Computer Literacy – Preferred; with the ability to demonstrate required computer skills before the end of the initial employment period.
- Working knowledge of CPT-4; HCPC’s; and ICD-9 coding principles, Preferred.
