PURPOSE: To support the practitioners in providing Great Care. Fast. to MedExpress patients.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Reports directly to the Center Manager; works in conjunction with physicians, mid-level practitioners, office and clinical staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:
The administration of medical services. Responsible for ensuring the well-being of patients and for providing a positive, supportive environment for patients and other staff.
Assists the practitioner with examinations, procedures, and other duties.
Responsible for assessing, screening and triaging patients.
Responsible for administration of medications per orientation and training designation.
Documents and maintains medical records.
Obtains and maintains patient intravenous access.
Collects and documents vital signs.
Collects and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. Assesses and properly handles test results.
Prepares exam rooms. Responsible for decontamination of equipment and stocking of supplies.
Responsible for assisting the physician in calling patients and informing them of their lab and x-ray results and for calling critical patients back to check on their health status; scheduling physician referrals; obtaining insurance information for specialist’s referrals and pharmacy issues; and patient education.
Attends facility in-services and required staff training and meetings.
Required to maintain CME hours as dictated for maintaining individual licensure.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood borne pathogens.
Travel to other clinics may be required.
Classifications:
Full-Time - Works three 12-hour shifts per week.
Part-Time - Works a minimum of one 12-hour shift per week and could work two depending on scheduling.
