PER DIEM (MA's, RN's, LPN's)
Better Health Group · Ocala, FL · 1 mo ago
HealthcarePart-time
Responsibilities
- Greet and prepare patients for provider examination by obtaining vital signs, history, and current medications; document all information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Absorb and assist providers during examinations, procedures, and treatments, ensuring proper room setup and patient comfort.
- Maintain accurate and complete patient records in the EMR.
- Administer medications, injections, or immunizations as ordered (within scope of practice).
- Perform diagnostic tests and procedures as directed (e.g., EKGs, pulse oximetry, spirometry, point-of-care testing, glucose checks).
- Draw blood and process lab specimens according to protocol.
- Support patient education and provide instruction on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care.
- Maintain exam rooms, instruments, and equipment, including cleaning, sterilization, and inventory management.
- Manage patient phone calls, appointment scheduling, and proactive care coordination (e.g., medication reminders, follow-up calls, transitions of care).
- Support front office and administrative functions as needed, including check-in/check-out, referrals, and prescription management.
- Collaborate with the care team to ensure efficient clinic flow and a positive patient experience.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support clinic operations.
Requirements / Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Current state licensure or certification as one of the following: Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) from an accredited program.
- CPR/BLS certification required; IV start or phlebotomy certification preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of recent clinical experience in a primary care, outpatient, or ambulatory setting.
- Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and universal precautions.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Proficient with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and basic computer applications.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity in patient interactions.
- Must be results-oriented, dependable, and capable of working independently or collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
Physical Requirements
- Full range of body motion, including assisting with patient transfers;
- Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination;
- Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, pushing, and reaching (at arm’s length and overhead) for extended periods in a clinical setting;
- Lift and move patients and medical equipment as needed; lift/carry up to 15 lbs;
- Normal or corrected vision and hearing;
- Sit or stand for extended periods, depending on assignment;
- Reliable transportation and flexibility to report to assigned clinic locations as scheduled.