Physician Office Nurse - Podiatry- Days
Company: WellSpan Health
Location: Chambersburg
Posted on: September 8, 2023
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Job Description:
SummaryLocation: 1920 Scotland Avenue Chambersburg, PA
17201Schedule: DaysJob DescriptionUnder general supervision of the
Practice Manager and/or Site Director, provides safe, accurate and
highly reliable care and services to patients as part of the
Occupational Health team in a unique practice environment with a
mission to support area employers in providing a safe and healthy
work place environment. Works in a specialized health record
platform designed to identify company specified orders and
requirements. Delivers care to patients, performs treatments,
assists providers, conducts multiple tests, administers medications
and instructs patients accordingly in four primary visit categories
including nurse-only visits, travel clinic visits with
administration of multiple vaccines, work related injury treatment
and management visits, and physical examinations including DOT,
Bus, FAA, pre-employment, and OSHA Respirator Exams. Performs front
desk/clerical responsibilities that include registration of
patients, discharge, referrals, scheduling appointments and
answering phones in the clinic which require strong technology
skills and proficiency in technology. Primary site locations for
the east region are either Lebanon PA or New Holland PA however the
individual must have the ability to cover occupational health
clinics, or on-site's as needed. Valid Driver's License and
reliable ability to travel on a day to day basis as requested is
required.Duties and ResponsibilitiesReferences employer
requirements and specifications for treatment and procedures
utilizing the unique electronic health record platform and executes
these as documented.Assists providers with examinations, procedures
and other processes related to direct patient care. Obtains and
documents reason for visit, patient personal health history,
patient vital signs including pain scale with duration and
subjective/objective findings as appropriate. Prepares patient for
scheduled procedures by assuring patient is undressed and
appropriately gownedCollects specimens as directed by Provider
and/or as directed in employer specifications. Accurately and
reliably follows DOT and other regulatory protocols as applicable
in performing drug and alcohol testing. Uses appropriate equipment
and protocols for collecting, handling specimens, processing the
Custody and Control forms, labeling and preparing for
transportation to lab including proper identification, storage
procedures and techniques.Considers the perspectives and needs of
both the employer as well as the patient when delivering care and
incorporates both in the overall experience delivery. Embraces the
priorities of timeliness, accuracy, reliability and communication
in every element of the patient and employer encounter.Ensures all
patient care areas are kept clean, tidy and are adequately stocked
with unexpired supplies and medications.Handles and stores
instruments, equipment, and supplies appropriately. Assesses
sterility of equipment, operational effectiveness, ensures they are
intact, and supplies are available.Participates as assigned in
routine calibrations, inspections, and other quality
controls.Completes necessary documentation and paperwork in a
timely manner and facilitates scheduling of appointments for
patients who are ordered diagnostic or additional therapeutic
services.Maintains patient records to ensure an accurate and
thorough record of the patient's medical treatment.Adheres to
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of
1996.Physician Office Nurse (Occupational Health - East)Under the
direct supervision of a Physician/APC, prepares and administers
vaccines, and injectable medications, as prescribed and as
competencies permit. Utilizes the Six Rights of Medication
Administration. Asks prescribed screening questions, identifies
risks and contraindications, questions and observes for appropriate
responses or adverse reactions.Documents all treatments provided,
and education given to patient effectively.As certified competent
to do so, performs basic office procedures, examinations, and/or
tests ordered by the Physician/APC and/or as specified by the
employer (i.e. EKGs, Audiograms, PFT's, Urine Drug Screens, Breath
Alcohol Screens, PPD admin and read, ear lavage, vision tests
etc.).Provides health care information materials and reviews with
patient and family members as directed by Physician/APC (i.e. VIS
sheets etc.).Under the direction of the Physician/APC, tracks,
reviews, and monitors the follow-up of diagnostic test results to
ensure the Physician/APC have verified and the patient has been
notified. Relays information to patient from the provider regarding
results and follow-up instructions.Independently able to perform
clerical functions and competency with the Systoc EMR
system.Performs front desk functions in addition to nursing
functions including registration of patients in EMR system,
referral of patients, discharge of patients clerically, faxing,
scanning, emailing results to employers. Ability to answer phones
in the clinic and schedule appointments.Obtains basic health
information from patient/family members to review with
Physician/APC or clinical resource person at the time of the visit
or over the phone. Uses this information to assist Physician/APC in
determining the urgency for care or an alternative venue for care
for patients with acute problems, should access not be readily
available at the practice.Gives basic care information to
patients/family members per provider guidelines and
instructions.Uses Universal Precautions with every patient and
visitor encounter.Required Experience/EducationMinimum Experience:1
year of Medical Practice experienceMinimum Education:Certificate of
completion (degree or diploma) from an accredited LPN
programRequired Certification:Current LPN license in PA; Basic Life
Support (BLS) certificationSkills:Excellent
interpersonal/communications skills; models team work;
self-motivated and dependable; able to work independently; must
type 30 wpm with less than 4% error rate; Strong technology skills
and proficiency to use Systoc EMR, Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Email,
Faxing, Scanning, are required.Must possess a valid driver's
license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet
requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management.#bonus
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