Nursing Jobs in Blairsville, GA

MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Union General Urology - Full Time

Union General Health System Blairsville, GA

Union General Hospital Clinics Medical Assistant Job Description JOB TITLE: MEDICAL ASSISTANT GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Responsible for assisting providers with evaluation, examination and treatment of patients and all follow up duties related to patient care. REPORTS TO: Office Manager and Practice Manager RESPONSIBILITES Duties include but are not limited to: Daily: Reviews schedule of upcoming appointments to ensure charts are prepped and include necessary documents such as required labs, x-rays, medication list, consults, etc. Calls and assists patients from waiting area to back office for triage which includes but not limited to: weight, height, blood pressure, vision, hearing, pulse ox, EKG, labs, UA, question intake, medication review, etc. Reports any STAT findings to provider Answers phone calls, emails, voicemails and returns patient calls in a timely and efficient manner. Documents all telephone conversations with patients and family members Schedules referrals and outpatient testing and contacts the patient with the information pertaining to said appointment. Manages medication refill requests as per clinical guidelines Assists with any procedures the provider needs. Cleans and sanitizes exam rooms after every patient. Draws labs and performs point of service testing on patients as per provider orders. Follow-up on all tests performed providing results timely to ordering provider. Administer injections as per provider orders documenting administration as per clinical guidelines Abides by and promotes HIPAA compliance; maintains strictest confidentiality with regards to patient information. Performs emergency life-saving procedures if necessary Monthly: Assist with maintaining drug closet as assigned Assist with maintaining items in office are stocked up as assigned Perform monthly calibration checks on required equipment and log Participates in staff meetings as directed by the Practice Manager Other duties and/or special projects as assigned REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Two years’ experience as a Medical Assistant with in family practice or specialty, preferred. CPR certification required. ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Medical Assistant must be able to: Possesses the ability to deal with patients, visitors, co-workers, and physicians with courtesy and respect Displays a professional outgoing warm and helpful attitude Neat and professional appearance Possesses compassion for dealing with people who are ill and need help Plan, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks as delegated by the Practice Manager Work under pressure; assess, respond, and communicate issues in a timely manner Communicate clearly with patients and coworkers through the telephone, email, and in-person Interpret and apply clinical and non-clinical policies and procedures Maintains Certification for Medical Assisting as required by accrediting organization OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE Frequent exposure to blood and body fluids Frequent exposure to hazardous material Exposure to communicable disease Appropriate protective equipment will be readily available and provided PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment; spends 95% or more of time inside. Lifting up to 50 lbs and frequent carrying of objects up to 25 lbs. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE UGH is a drug free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Union General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, military, or veteran status, gender, color or national origin in its employment practices. I have read and acknowledge the above as the job description for my role as a Medical Assistant at Union General Hospital Clinics. I understand that if I fail to perform the responsibilities and expectations outlined in this job description that my employment at UGH may be eligible for termination. ______________________________________ ________________________________ Employee Print Name Date Employee Signature Date _____________________________________ Manager Signature Date

PRE-OP/PACU RN - UNION GENERAL HOSPITAL - PRN

Union General Health System Blairsville, GA

JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the delivery of patient care in the Outpatient setting that promotes safety and well-being of all patients. Monitoring a patients condition before & after surgery. Coordinates patient care and communicates effectively with the healthcare team for the benefit of the patient. Floats to direct patient care as needed and as schedule allows. Reports to the Surgical Services Director. QUALIFICATIONS - Education/Experience: Education - Associates Degree [minimum] or Bachelor's Degree [preferred] in Nursing, Current RN license. BLS/CPR must obtain within 60 days of hire. ACLS/PALS preferred. Experience - minimum up to 1 year of job related experience - Preferred 2 to 5 years of job-related experience.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Union General Pediatrics - Full Time

Union General Health System Blairsville, GA

Union General Hospital Clinics Medical Assistant Job Description JOB TITLE: MEDICAL ASSISTANT GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Responsible for assisting providers with evaluation, examination and treatment of patients and all follow up duties related to patient care. REPORTS TO: Office Manager and Practice Manager RESPONSIBILITES Duties include but are not limited to: Daily: Reviews schedule of upcoming appointments to ensure charts are prepped and include necessary documents such as required labs, x-rays, medication list, consults, etc. Calls and assists patients from waiting area to back office for triage which includes but not limited to: weight, height, blood pressure, vision, hearing, pulse ox, EKG, labs, UA, question intake, medication review, etc. Reports any STAT findings to provider Answers phone calls, emails, voicemails and returns patient calls in a timely and efficient manner. Documents all telephone conversations with patients and family members Schedules referrals and outpatient testing and contacts the patient with the information pertaining to said appointment. Manages medication refill requests as per clinical guidelines Assists with any procedures the provider needs. Cleans and sanitizes exam rooms after every patient. Draws labs and performs point of service testing on patients as per provider orders. Follow-up on all tests performed providing results timely to ordering provider. Administer injections as per provider orders documenting administration as per clinical guidelines Abides by and promotes HIPAA compliance; maintains strictest confidentiality with regards to patient information. Performs emergency life-saving procedures if necessary Monthly: Assist with maintaining drug closet as assigned Assist with maintaining items in office are stocked up as assigned Perform monthly calibration checks on required equipment and log Participates in staff meetings as directed by the Practice Manager Other duties and/or special projects as assigned REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Two years’ experience as a Medical Assistant with in family practice or specialty, preferred. CPR certification required. ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Medical Assistant must be able to: Possesses the ability to deal with patients, visitors, co-workers, and physicians with courtesy and respect Displays a professional outgoing warm and helpful attitude Neat and professional appearance Possesses compassion for dealing with people who are ill and need help Plan, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks as delegated by the Practice Manager Work under pressure; assess, respond, and communicate issues in a timely manner Communicate clearly with patients and coworkers through the telephone, email, and in-person Interpret and apply clinical and non-clinical policies and procedures Maintains Certification for Medical Assisting as required by accrediting organization OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE Frequent exposure to blood and body fluids Frequent exposure to hazardous material Exposure to communicable disease Appropriate protective equipment will be readily available and provided PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment; spends 95% or more of time inside. Lifting up to 50 lbs and frequent carrying of objects up to 25 lbs. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE UGH is a drug free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Union General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, military, or veteran status, gender, color or national origin in its employment practices. I have read and acknowledge the above as the job description for my role as a Medical Assistant at Union General Hospital Clinics. I understand that if I fail to perform the responsibilities and expectations outlined in this job description that my employment at UGH may be eligible for termination. ______________________________________ ________________________________ Employee Print Name Date Employee Signature Date _____________________________________ Manager Signature Date

RESIDENT CARE RN SUPERVISOR

Union General Health System Blairsville, GA

RN Position Purpose: This position will serve in the role of RN Night Supervisor and is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes safety and well-being of all patients. Makes staff assignments as directed when serving in a Charge Nurse Role. Gives guidance and direction to personnel - LPNs, CNAs and non-licensed personnel, provides direct patient care, assists in new staff orientation and collaborates with interdisciplinary team to meet patient needs. Assist in coordinating the operation of a shift on the nursing unit. This should be performed under the direction of the Director of Nursing and in accordance with the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act. Previous supervisory/management experience preferred. Requirements: Education - Associate Degree in Nursing minimum; or Bachelor or Master of Science in Nursing Licenses/Certificates - Registered and Licensed by the State of Georgia. Certification in CPR (within 60 days of hire) and ACLS (and PALS if Charge Nurse) current or enrolls in class and completes within 90 days. Working Conditions - Must be proficient in verbal and written communication. Must be able to work at a personal computer. Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and to be able to lift, push, bend and carry loads of up to 50 pounds; must be able to lift and move patients. Must be able to concentrate despite frequent interruptions. Must be emotionally mature and able to function effectively under stress.