Licensed Practical Nurse - Wilton, CT

COMPENSATION: $28.00 - $35.00 / hour

BENEFITS OFFERED: Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, 401K with Match, PTO, Bonus Eligible, Wellness Reimbursement Program, Employee Referral Program, & dedication to a great working culture!

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time

REPORTS TO: Clinic Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The individual in this role will assist providers, nurses, and patients by conducting administrative and patient care activities to keep the facility running smoothly. The Licensed Practical Nurse is also responsible for initial patient greeting and general assisting of medical support in the center. This individual provides safe, effective, and compassionate care that is consistent with the State, Federal and Company guidelines, Company policies and procedures, and within his/her scope of practice.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prep charts one week in advance. On the data review grid, enter labs, x-rays, progress notes from the last visit, and consultation notes. Make sure pertinent reports are printed from the power chart and entered on the grid. On the BMD grid, enter BMD results. On the TB test grid, enter PPD and QuantiFeron results.
• Monitor lab results to make sure that patients are indeed having their ordered labs performed and follow up with them when they get behind with a phone call and letter, document in chart. (Currently done by Medical Records) clinical is back up to ensure this is done.
• Review the medical supplies inventory log to make sure that needed supplies are ordered. Supplies should be ordered in bulk when possible. (Done by Clinical Manager unless otherwise directed).
• Keep exam rooms stocked with medical supplies. Keep exam rooms neat and tidy. Wipe exam rooms down at the end of the day and as needed throughout the day.
• Escort patients to the exam room. Perform preliminary patient examinations such as taking and charting vitals, assessing patient’s needs and taking medical history so that the provider’s time can be used effectively. Inform the doctor that the patient is present and ready to be seen. Update the provider on any noted changes or concerns.
• Assist providers with telehealth, including checking virtual patients in and updating medical history in NextGen.
• Scribe patient visits as directed by the provider, educate patients, and prepare orders.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information: documents patient histories, procedures performed medications, posts tests, and examination results.
• Learn and stay up to date with rheumatology medications, treatments, etc. Understand and be familiar with all procedures done in the office. Able to educate and answer patient questions on the same
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, reporting patient issues as needed throughout the treatment day.
• Follow company policies and CDC guidelines for infection control.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Immediately report any unsafe condition to the Clinic Manager.
• Perform all duties in a professional and courteous manner.
• Able to cover co-workers for vacations etc. in other departments.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines and high work volume.
• Participate in emergency evacuation procedures in the event of fire or disaster
• Maintain confidentiality of all company and patient records. Adhere to HIPPA.
• Comply with all company-established policies and procedures at all times.
• Participate in all required meetings including staff and educational meetings.
• Request assistance or advice from the supervisor as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Medical Assistant Certification, required
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must possess outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with ability to communicate professionally and effectively with other staff members, patients and physicians.
• Must possess computer skills for electronic recordkeeping.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts (medical equipment and machinery). The employees may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (lifting patients, etc.), includes ability to carry and transport up to 50 pounds up to 60 feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color differentiation, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk and talk, hear and smell.

Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. He/she is frequently required to sit; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.

The employee may be required to use safety equipment, PPE (personal protective equipment) that may include but not be limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment.

ABOUT VIVO INFUSION, LLC:

When your physician prescribes infusion therapy, you have a choice as to where to receive your care. At VIVO Infusion Centers, our patients can expect to receive their medication in a relaxing, comfortable and professional setting. We work with the doctor to provide a treatment plan designed especially for the patient. As an indication of the VIVO Infusion Centers dedication to quality and our patients, the Joint Commission (the nation's oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care) issued their Gold Seal of Approval for Ambulatory Health Care Accreditation to all Infusion Centers. We want you at the heart of our company’s PRIDE and to help us bring our core values to life with Passion, Respect, Innovation, Dedication, and Excellence.

RECRUITMENT PRIVACY STATEMENT:

Notice to All Applicants

Vivo Infusion posts all open positions to the Careers page of the company website: https://vivoinfusion.com/careers/

The Vivo Infusion Careers page is found underneath the “About” tab on our website. Applicants will never be asked to provide personal identification information (e.g., SSN, Driver’s License, Passport) or financial information (e.g., Banking Information) as a part of the Application and Interview process. We may request:

• Contact details including your name, address, email address, phone number.
• Employment history including previous employers and job titles/positions.
• Background information including academic/professional qualifications, job qualifications, education, certifications or licenses, details included in your CV/résumé, transcripts, and employment references.
• Nominated references including their name, contact details, employer, and job role.
• Proof of your eligibility to work in the US.
• Desired salary.

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