Description:

CMA/LPN/RN - Full-time (36 hours per week); The majority of the hours will be at the Perry Clinic. All positions are asked to float between all three clinics when needed.
Hours: 9 hour day shift; Mon, Tues, Thurs, Friday (1 hour lunch each day); Every 4th Saturday 8am - 12pm
Skills/Experience: Would prefer 3 - 5 years of experience in a clinic setting; will work with multiple providers; demonstrated ability to multi-task.
Bilingual preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
• May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
• May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKG’s.
• Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
• Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
• Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
• Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
• Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by healthcare provider(s).
• Participates in patient education

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current/valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable. OR current/valid Licensed Practical Nurse license from the state licensing board. OR current/vaild Registered Nurse license from the state licensing board.
• Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current/valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.

Technical Skills:
Ability to operate essential equipment and perform essential procedures in nursing department. Demonstrates knowledge, abilities and skills required to perform a wide variety of nursing functions. Mathematical ability necessary to compute drug dosages accurately. Annual completion of unit specific competencies.

PC Competencies:
The incumbent must demonstrate an understanding and working knowledge of the Windows environment as well as ability to access and use information in meaningful ways. The incumbent must have the ability to access, manipulate, organize and relay information in meaningful ways using email, word processing, excel, and power point. CPSI knowledge and resource.

Behavioral Competencies:
Support Dallas County Hospital’s vision and mission; maintain confidentiality of all work information;
Demonstrates an ability to function successfully in a team environment; exhibit courteous, compassionate and respectful treatment of internal and external customers; display a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations; participate in identifying problems and suggesting solutions. Understands and adheres to the Dallas County Hospital compliance policy.

Decision Making Latititude:
Freedom to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures and protocols and confers with the Clinic Manager.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.28 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person