Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - The Office of Dr. Passarello

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares patients for examinations/procedures according to the provider’s preferences.
• Uses good skills in recording vital signs of patients, including pulse, blood pressure, height, weight, etc.
• Uses good clinical skills in performing appropriate procedures, such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc.
• Uses good clinical skills in assisting the physician(s) with procedures, administering medications, and conducting patient education.
• Handles phone nursing when appropriate, to include triaging, pre-certs, referrals, calling in prescriptions, etc.
• Performs clerical duties necessary for the provider to see patients such as contacting patients regarding test results and/or other related reasons as directed.
• Pulls and prepares patient records for physicians to treat patients, as needed.
• Schedules patient appointments with efficient use of clinical time slots.
• Maintains stocked, neat, and clean exam rooms and common work areas daily.
• Adheres to established company policies and procedures (including the corporate compliance program), and follows state and federal regulations, such as OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.
• Adheres to site-specific protocols and expectations.
• Performs duties professionally while showing courteous and cooperative work to co-workers, management, and the public.
• Maintains strictest confidentiality, both internally (with Summit employees) and externally (with non-Summit persons).
• Participates in site-level Quality Improvement Activities.
• Performs all other duties assigned by supervisor, Site Manager, physician, or administrative staff.
• Performs related work, as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional vocational or college credits required.
• Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Phlebotomy experience required and clinical experience required.

Benefits

• Full Benefits Package available including PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, 401K, and more!