POSITION DETAILS
Will work 6 days per month at the Panora Clinic (Mondays and 1st and 3rd Wednesdays). The majority of the hours will be at the Perry Clinic. All positions are asked to float between all three clinics when needed.
Hours: 8am - 5pm Monday thru Friday (1 hour lunch each day); Every 5th Saturday 8am - 12pm
Skills/Experience: Would prefer 3 - 5 years experience in clinic setting; will work with multiple providers; demonstrated ability to multi-task.

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).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• High school diploma or equivalent required OR must be a graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing program OR • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
• Current/valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable OR must have current/valid Licensed Practical Nurse license from the state licensing board OR current/valid Registered Nurse license from the state licensing board required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained by the end of the orientation period (approximately six (6) weeks).
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter (adult and child) training within three (3) months of hire

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.
DCH prohibits any retaliation, direct or indirect, against an employee who, in good faith, seeks help or reports known or suspected violations of the Code or related Policies.

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