Medical Assistant or LPN - Neosho

Responsibilities

• Mets the total clinical needs of the practice patients as determined by the Psychiatrist or Advance Practice Nurse in consultation with or as ordered by the psychiatrist physician.
• Reports same to the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices but may also report to the Physician or Advance Practice Nurse.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed by the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices, doctor assigned to or the APN.
• Utilizes proper communication with higher level nursing and/or physician; ongoing maintenance of appropriate medications, maintaining logs for medication samples and other logs as deemed necessary through clinic.
• Facilitates efficient transition of patients throughout the office visit.
• Efficient identification of patient problems; communication of pertinent data to physician/provider; accurate chart/charge preparation and collection of pertinent data.
• Makes appropriate referrals, demonstrates proper use of standing orders, and ensures appropriate, accurate, and timely documentation in electronic health records.
• Actively engages patients and family and assists in the education of patient’s plan of care.
• Mets the productivity standards of the mental health office.

Physical Requirements

• Normal office environment.
• Typical demands include prolonged sitting, frequent standing, bending, stooping, and occasional lifting.
• Requires normal range of hearing and manual dexterity sufficient to operate keyboard, telephone, photocopier, calculator, and other office equipment as needed.
• Requires ability to remain calm during stressful events, to occasionally work irregular hours, and work with exasperated individuals.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.