Physician Office - FT - LPN - McLeod Internal Medicine - Dillon

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance to the physician in assessing patient needs.
• Carries out direct patient care tasks, including triage, assessment, procedures, treatments, patient education, discharge instructions, and follow-up.
• Prepares patients for physician visits and documents all relevant information in the patient's medical record.
• Executes specialized tests and administers medications and injections as directed by the physician.
• Coordinates patient scheduling for testing and referrals, and provides patient education.
• Handles patient calls for consultations or referrals, and conducts follow-up calls as necessary.
• Cleans and organizes examination rooms, maintains equipment, and reports malfunctions.
• Maintains medical supply inventory and ensures compliance with medication and vaccine expiration dates.
• Orders medical supplies and interacts with pharmaceutical representatives.
• Develops and updates skills in various medical equipment.
• Encourages and supports ongoing professional development among colleagues.
• Participates in quality assurance reviews and contributes to departmental initiatives.
• Supports the practice's mission and image by demonstrating a willingness to assist in various roles.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Computer skills are required.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Licenses and certifications are required.

About the Role

Assists the physician in patient care, performs specialized tests, prepares medications, schedules appointments, educates patients, and maintains medical records and equipment.

About the Company

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not-for-profit organization with over 900 medical staff members and more than 2,900 nurses. It comprises approximately 15,000 team members and 90 physician practices across 18 counties. McLeod Health operates seven hospitals, three fitness centers, a sports medicine and outpatient rehabilitation center, hospice and home health services, and 988 licensed beds, including hospice and behavioral health services. The hospitals include McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon, and McLeod Behavioral Health. McLeod Health is committed to providing high-quality patient care and fostering a supportive work environment.