Physician Office LPN - McLeod Rheumatology Seacoast - FT

Essential Job Responsibilities/Expectations

• Affords assistance to the physician in assessing patient needs.
• Carries out direct patient care tasks, including triage, assessment, procedures, treatments, patient education, discharge and follow-up instructions.
• Formulates the initial database by gathering pertinent information from the patient and family, conducting observations, and evaluating objectively.
• Documents all relevant information in the patient’s medical record.
• Executes specialized tests such as audiometry, electrocardiography, inhalation treatments, and certain laboratory procedures as required.
• Prepares medications and administers injections as directed by the physician.
• Supports the physician during treatments and procedures.
• Provides patient education tailored to the situation.
• Schedules testing and referral appointments for patients as instructed by the physician.
• Communicates with patients via phone, addressing their issues or referring them to the physician as needed.
• Follows up with patients as necessary.
• Cleans and organizes examination rooms according to OSHA standards.
• Maintains equipment and reports malfunctions to the office manager or appropriate personnel.
• Maintains medical supply inventory, checks expiration dates, and orders supplies as needed.
• Develops and updates knowledge of all equipment used in duties.
• Contributes to a supportive learning environment by encouraging colleagues’ education.
• Participates in quality assurance reviews of patient care.
• Engages in departmental quality improvement projects.
• Promotes the practice mission and philosophy.
• Projects a positive image of the practice.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as required.

Qualifications/Training

• Required: Current South Carolina (or compact state) license as an LPN (SCLLR) in good standing.
• Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not-for-profit organization supported by a staff of over 900 physicians and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. Comprising approximately 15,000 team members and 90 physician practices, McLeod Health serves a 18-county service area. It operates seven hospitals, three health and fitness centers, a sports medicine and outpatient rehabilitation center, hospice and home health services. The system has 988 licensed beds, including those for hospice and behavioral health. Hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon, and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About The Team

If you are interested in joining a dynamic team of professionals in a supportive environment, we invite you to apply online today. McLeod Health is an equal opportunity employer.