Walnut Creek, CA21 days ago
Serve as a patient advocate during patient exam and treatment Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height Show patients to examination rooms, procedure rooms or operative rooms and prepare them for the physician Record patients medical history, medications, allergies, vital statistics and information such as test results in medical records Ensure proper consent forms are obtained prior to preparing a patient for treatment Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician following safety protocol of right dose, right patient, right route, right drug and noting expiration date Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, wound care instructions and physician's instructions to patients Help physician examine and treat patients, handing them instruments and materials or performing such tasks as giving injections and removing sutures Under physician direction, authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies Prepare and clean exam rooms and medical equipment in between each patient and at the end of the day Assist physician with surgical procedure while maintaining sterile field Assess the patient's condition throughout the exam, procedure or surgery according to the facility's policies and notify physician and RN of any indication of distress Correctly disposes of infection waste and bio hazard materials Schedule appointments for patients Change dressings on wound Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests and/or admission Inventory and assess the need for instruments, supplies and equipment while keeping the room stocked Performs accurate documentation of all procedures in a timely manner Assist physicians in patient, employee, or visitor medical emergencies and ensure proper documentation per facility's policy Inventory and order medical emergency supplies monthly and ensure all equipment is in proper working order Adheres to all policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service Performs other duties as needed. Knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, and medications Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function Ability to follow or provide verbal & written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and teammate support needs Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing Mathematical and/or analytical ability for basic to intermediate problem solving Basic to intermediate computer operation Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of HIPAA guidelines.