Licensed Vocational Nurse/Medical Assistant - Wichita Falls, TX - LPN / LVN
Company: United Regional Health Care System
Location: Wichita Falls
Posted on: June 12, 2022
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Job Description:
Licensed Vocational Nurse/Medical Assistant - Wichita Falls,
TX
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Summary of Essential Functions:
Place codes on charge tickets as necessary.-- Make sure all copies
are prepared and complete prior to sending to billing.
Under the direction and supervision of the registered professional;
provides personal care to patients, including, but not limited to
measuring and recording the patient's weight, blood pressure and
pulse, making sure that the x-rays are ordered, preparing the
patient for the visit with the doctor, as well as making sure that
the charts are complete and all the pertinent information is in the
chart for the doctor at the time of the appointment.--
Schedule surgeries and diagnostic tests as directed by the doctor
and make sure that the paperwork is filled out and given to the
financial specialist in a timely manner for the precertification to
be completed.
When directed by the physicians must call in medications for
patients and chart it, also fax orders to different areas as
directed.
Inventory and stock patient rooms for supplies.
Educational Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required.--
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally
and in writing.
Graduate of an accredited LVN school of nursing or Accredited
Medical Assistant Program graduate preferred--
Licenses and Certifications:
Licensed Vocational Nurse licensed with the Board of Nursing for
the State of Texas or Certification as Medical Assistant (CMA)
preferred or have at minimum 2 years' clinic experience or
CPR Certification required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to read, comprehend and apply governmental rules and
regulations
Apply understandings to carry out written and oral
instructions--
Recognize problems and take reporting action based upon sound
judgment.----
Understand patient and physician dynamics and effectively
communicate with both patients and physicians.--
Must have good working knowledge of computer systems with emphasis
on Word, Excel, billing systems and other programs related to the
position. Ability to operate basic office equipment such as
telephones, computers, fax and copy machines
Ability to deal with staff, physicians, visitors, vendors, patients
and the public in a tactful and pleasant manner
Must work harmoniously in a team setting
Physical Requirements:
Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients,
manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Standing, walking for extensive periods of time.
Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Pushing and pulling of heavy objects.
Corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Working under stressful conditions and working irregular hours.
Some exposure to communicable disease or bodily fluids.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Measure patient's weight, blood pressure and pulse and record on
chart.
Notify physician of any issues.--
Ensure that proper equipment and supplies are used for tasks to be
performed and that no wasting of supplies takes place.
Enters work order or makes notation on work log specific items
needing repair (follows maintenance checklist).
Assists with stocking and cleaning supply areas. Put away
supplies/stock orders.
Verify codes are entered completely on the charge tickets before
releasing to the billing department
Answer patient calls and questions.--
Prepare patient for visit, place in room, make sure x-rays ordered,
make sure charts are complete and all pertinent information is in
order for physician.
Call in medication for patients and chart under the physicians
direction.
Schedule surgeries and diagnostic tests as directed by the doctor
and make sure that the paperwork is filled out and given to the
financial specialist in a timely manner.
Performs all other tasks/responsibilities as necessary.
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