Assists the patient in the achievement of identified goals by carrying out the prescribed plan of care.
Demonstrates patient advocacy by assuring a patient's right to privacy, safety and confidentiality.
Maintains current knowledge and skills by participating in relevant educational and training programs.
Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands.
Conducts pre-visit preparations. The practice asks patients (e.g., by letter or portal) to complete required paperwork before a scheduled visit, in addition to lab tests, imaging tests or referral visits. The practice reviews test results before the visit in the team huddle.
Meets environmental responsibilities as assigned that may include setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocols; cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; and restocking exam/procedure rooms.
Fulfills clinical responsibilities, which include checking vital signs; physical examination preparations; prescription verifications with physician’s orders; biohazard waste disposal and monitoring; laboratory procedures including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines; quality control methods; CLIA-waived testing; venipunctures; specimen handling such as urine, aspirations; EKG testing; completing lab draws; emergency first aid; administering injections
Monitor medical/injection supplies, DME equipment, medication and laboratory supplies, coordinating with CMH hospital departments as appropriate
Clinic Stakeholder Responsibilities
Participates effectively as a member of the healthcare team.
Treats patients, families, visitors and co-workers with courtesy and respect.
Provides direct constructive feedback to colleagues as appropriate.
Clinic Financial Responsibilities
Demonstrates effective time management skills
Participates in performance improvement activities by identifying opportunities for improvement, offering solutions and supporting changes.
Uses resources efficiently.
Utilizes Community Memorial Hospital's property and supplies appropriately and prudently to maximize cost effectiveness of procedures, conserve resources and minimize waste
Reviews e-bills and captures all services performed
Clinic Health Information Management Responsibilities
Offers and receives feedback on own performance and on the quality of patient care delivered.
Uses feedback to improve practice and patient care.
Consistently ensures that patient information is kept private and confidential.