WellSpan Health
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Job Location: York, Pennsylvania
Job Type: Full-Time/Regular
Department:
Positions in Physician Practices
Shift:
Days/Evenings
Hours:
Fulltime (80hrs/2wks) Day/Evening shift position
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Job Description
Physician Office Clinical Assistant Opportunity
About the Position
Under the general supervision of the Clinical Nursing Coordinator and/or the Practice Manager, provides safe, therapeutic and efficient care and services to patients.
The qualified candidate will be responsible for carrying out the following duties:
- Obtains and documents reason for visit, patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, weight, respirations, pulse and BMI.
- Assists providers with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
- Collects specimens as directed by provider.
- Ensures all patient care areas are adequately stocked with unexpired supplies and medications.
- Arranges for patients’ ordered diagnostic and therapeutic services.
- Maintains patient records to ensure an accurate record of the patient’s medical treatment.
- Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse or provider, prepares and administers vaccines, medications and controlled substances/narcotics as prescribed by the provider and as certified competencies permit. Asks prescribed screening questions, identifies risks and contraindications, questions and observes for appropriate responses.
- Documents and processes prescription requests and refills per provider order.
- Performs basic office procedures, examinations and/or tests ordered by provider and as certified competent.
- Provides health care information materials and reviews with patient and family members as directed by providers (i.e. VIS sheets etc.).
- Under the direction of the provider, tracks, reviews and monitors follow-up of diagnostic test results. Relays information to patient from the provider regarding results and follow-up instructions.
- Obtains basic health information from patient/family members and gives basic care information to patients/family members per provider guidelines and instructions.
Qualifications
- Medical Assistant
- BCLS certification
- Strong communication and written skills
- Strong computer skills
- Models team work
WellSpan Health
WellSpan Health is a not-for-profit, community based health care system serving more than 650,000 people in south central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. York Hospital, a 570+ bed community teaching hospital, and Gettysburg Hospital, a 76-bed acute-care facility, are the cornerstones of the health system. The organization has received significant, national recognition, including being named a “Top 100 Integrated Health Network” by Verispan, being one of the “Top 25 Connected Healthcare Facilities” by Health Imaging and IT and York Hospital has been named a “Top 100 Hospital” by Solucient seven times. WellSpan Health is an integrated health system with more than 60 care sites, 8,000 employees and seven residency programs.
The Community
WellSpan Health facilities are located in York and Adams counties, which offer an ideal living environment to match the quality of work-life balance you're seeking. York boasts abundant outdoor and cultural activities, including restaurants, theatre, golf courses, hiking trails and water sports. The community is only one hour from the Baltimore/DC metro area and about two hours from Philadelphia.
If you value a strong sense of community, the more palatable pace of a smaller city, and the convenience of a workplace close to home, you'll realize the advantages of considering WellSpan Health as part of your future.
Required Skills
Medical Assistant
Required Experience
Externship
Additional Requirements
PA Act73 – Child Abuse Clearance Required
How to Apply:
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