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Medical Assistant - Advanced

Lehigh Valley Health Network Trexlertown, PA

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.SummaryProvides clinical support, such as training, to assist with standardization of procedures and support of day-to-day staff coverage. Acts as a resource for other members of the clinical team. Provides cost-effective patient care under the directions of a LPN, RN, or provider and creates a safe work environment. Performs clerical/administrative duties associated with medical practice front desk operations under the direction of the Practice Leadership. Assists in the development, implementation, evaluation, and enforcement of clinic policies and objectives. Assists management in the investigation and resolution of complaints and problems. Job DutiesPrepares patients and equipment for exams/procedures, prepares medical history collection and medication refills as per protocol, assists with injections and checking vital signs, as well as handling phones with inbound and outbound patient calls. Covers multiple positions and departments, as well as mentors new and existing staff members on clinical processes and procedures. Assists in supporting the team by participating in the training, scheduling, mentoring, and completion of staff activities. Assists with covering clinical needs by providing direct support to the providers. Processes day end closing and prepares and maintains medical records and other office documentation. Utilizes evaluations, workflows, and quality monitoring; performs chart audits to identify areas for improvement. Mentors and trains team members to optimize performance and skill level. Attends to patients' health needs and gathers demographic and billing information. Minimum QualificationsSpecialized Diploma Medical Assistant 2 years Medical Assistant Experience Able to manage and organize medical records. Ability to build comprehensive reports and effectively convey information to others. Skill in planning, organizing, and decision-making. Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationships with medical and administrative staff, patients, and the public. Knowledge of Windows operating system and programs including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word. CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - NHA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or CMA - Certified Medical Assistant - AAMA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or CMAC - Clinical Medical Assistant Certification - AMCA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or MAC - Medical Assistant Certified - AMCA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or NCMA - National Certified Medical Assistant - NCTT - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or NRCMA - National Registered Certified Medical Assistant - NAHP - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or RMA - Registered Medical Assistant AMT - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire Preferred QualificationsAssociate’s Degree Medical Assistant Bilingual Physical DemandsLift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUYLehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.

3 days ago

RN- IMU Pool Nights

Penn Medicine Doylestown, PA

Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Summary: To provide professional nursing care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation and the American Heart Association to collaborate with the physician's medical plan, and to execute the objectives and the policies of the hospital. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses, plans, implements, documents, coordinates, and manages patient care according to department and hospital standards and giving consideration to age-specific accommodations for patients undergoing cardiac testing, cardiac rehabilitation and for inpatients in ICU/IVU. ¨ Utilizes the nursing process and assesses all patients assigned to his/her care. ¨ Performs and documents a comprehensive, organized system admission assessment by interview and examination of patient. ¨ Performs and documents a shift assessment of patients in a timely manner. ¨ Initiates a computerized plan of care and shift goal based on nursing assessment, the medical plan of care and patient needs, within 8 hours of admission in ICU/IVU. ¨ Maintains a complete, accurate record of patients’ care. Continuously monitors patient’s condition and prioritizes emergency care where/when needed in Cardiac Services and Cardiac Rehab. ¨ Initiates, maintains and revises patient plan of care based on scientific principles, evidence-based practice and patient needs and response to interventions. ¨ Provides patient care, which demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of normal physiology and disease pathophysiology, appropriate nursing and medical interventions and knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan. ¨ Documents patient’s response to treatment, plan of care. ¨ Provides patient education based on individual healthcare needs on an ongoing basis. ¨ Completes documentation, including transcription of physician orders and computer entry without the use of unapproved abbreviations. ¨ Demonstrates the ability to use the computer for automated order entry, data retrieval, nursing documentation, intradepartmental communication and interdepartmental communication. ¨ Evaluates, revises, and improves patient care using creative strategies, evidence-based nursing, and consideration of age and population specific accommodations. ¨ Appropriately assigns all Associates under his/her supervision according to their skill level. ¨ Implements nursing/physician orders that result in achievement of patient, nursing, and physician goals. ¨ Demonstrates initiative and self-direction in completion of assigned responsibilities in accordance with department needs. ¨ Analyzes data and responds to changes in patient status by consulting appropriate healthcare team members and taking appropriate action in a timely manner. ¨ Performs selected therapeutic interventions and diagnostic procedures according to department standards as ordered to include but not limited to: Point of care testing · Initiation and maintenance of oxygen therapy in all areas · Ventilator care in ICU · 12-lead ECG · Insertion and maintenance of Nasogastric Tubes (NGT) · Insertion of feeding tubes (ICU only) · Flushing and maintenance of central lines: ▪ - PICC lines ▪ - Single, double and triple central lines · Shift and 24-hour chart check · 2 patient identifiers will be utilized before performing interventions and/or procedures · Rhythm strip interpretations · Hemodynamic monitoring · Maintenance and titration of vasoactive medications · Targeted Temperature Management · Temporary Pacing Wires · Alteplase Therapy · Post IAT: Intra-arterial Thrombectomy (ICU only) · Demonstrates appropriate skill in utilization of the computer for automated order entry, data retrieval, cardiac/patient care planning, intervention and interdepartmental communications. · Monitoring of patients in Cardiac Services undergoing cardiac diagnostic testing. ¨ Cares for patients physically and psychologically with consideration of age, cultural, and spiritual issues that may affect patient care. ¨ Performs with clinical proficiency in crises and medical emergencies. 2. Communicates and collaborates with patients, physicians, family members and other health care disciplines in order to achieve excellence in patient care during hospitalization. ¨ Utilizes effective interpersonal skills in all interactions with Associates, physicians, patients, visitors and volunteers. ¨ Involves patient/significant other in the plan of care, serving as a patient advocate. ¨ Consistently and continuously communicates pertinent information regarding changes in patient status and patient care with appropriate members of the healthcare team. ¨ Uses interpersonal communication techniques to receive and give constructive feedback for the purpose of promoting professional excellence and excellence in patient care. ¨ Effectively communicates pertinent patient/significant other information during patient handoffs according to department standards. ¨ Demonstrates leadership skills in team building and interpersonal relationships to create a cohesive and productive environment. ¨ Recognizes interdepartmental relationships and interacts effectively. ¨ Follows staffing guidelines. In the interest of patient care, responds to changes or needs within the Patient Services Team by cooperating with staff rotation, reassignment to other departments, and weekend/holiday scheduling, as per unit guidelines. 3. Promotes patient safety through adherence to protocols, policies, procedures, evidence-based guidelines and Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals. ¨ Maintains equipment in good working order, reports equipment failure, and initiates corrective action. Where appropriate, adheres to quality monitoring or procedures for validation of equipment functionality. ¨ Safely administers medications and treatments as ordered according to hospital policy and formulary using the appropriate principles of safe medication administration, 2 patient identifiers, and giving consideration to age-specific effects related to medication. ¨ Safely handles various types of drugs and body fluids using knowledge of standard precautions. 4. Actively participates in and supports departmental and organizational quality initiatives and goals. ¨ Identifies professional goals which reflect own strengths and weaknesses and seeks assistance for improvement of performance. ¨ Attends and participates in meetings according to department standards. ¨ Attends 4 inter shifts in person or via Zoom each year and reads all inter shift minutes. ¨ Keeps informed of unit and hospital initiatives, updates, documentation changes, and policy/procedure changes by reading emails on a regular basis, and by attending inter shifts as stated above. ¨ Supports and participates in departmental and hospital evidence-based care quality initiatives (ex. Heart Failure, Acute MI, Glycemic Control, VTE prophylaxis, pressure ulcer prevention, Rapid Response Team (ICU), Sepsis (ICU), VAP, and infection prevention initiatives). 5. Maintains clinical competency according to unit-specific standards. ¨ Recognizes legal responsibilities and functions within the scope of the PA Nurse Practice Act. ¨ Demonstrates competency in maintaining specific technological skills required by job category and/or specialty area. Demonstrates recognition of equipment or technological adaptations dependent on age and population specific patient needs (See Scope of Practice as delineated in departmental standards and/or related Policy and Procedure in the Policy and Procedure Manual). ¨ Maintains technological competence through practice and ongoing participation in in-services and professional conferences. ¨ Strive to attain professional certification in area of specialty. ¨ Acquires and maintains proficiency in the initiation and maintenance of IV lines and sites. ¨ Completion of annual mandatory requirements: CPR certification · RAHE (required annual hospital education) · Specific departmental and hospital competencies · Point of Care Testing · Fit Testing · ACLS certification within one year of hire or transfer to critical care unit · NIHSS certification · Completion of unit-based Skills Days yearly · CCRN preferred. Credentials: Registered Nurse - PA (Required) Current licensure in Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of State Bureau of Occupational and Professional Affairs and successful completion of appropriate continuing education specific to job requirements Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor of Science Nursing (Required) We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.