Medical Assistant, CNA or EMT - PRN

The Clinical Float is responsible for a broad variety of patient care, technical and clerical related functions.Coordinates patient flow for physicians and ensures continuity of high level of patient care and efficient patient flow by ensuring the healthcare team following clinical standards of excellent care.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Performs clinical duties, as appropriate, such as taking vital signs, setting up and assisting with minor procedures, blood pressure, point of care testing, etc.Assists physicians with clinical procedures, such as injections/aspirations, casting, wound management, verifying and preparing medications, and prepping the patientPrepares charts for upcoming clinicsRetrieves and enters patient data for MRIs, X-Rays, EMGs, etc.Coordinates surgery scheduling as needed Ensures rooming of patients in a timely matter in order to maintain clinic flow for physicians and physician assistantsReceives incoming patient calls and returns patient calls in a timely matterRecords accurate, complete, legible and timely documentation as needed in the patient's medical recordProvides patient education related to treatment recommendationsAssists physicians and physician assistants with ordering medications and diagnostic testingScribes for physicians and physician assistancesCompletes patient paperwork in a timely mannerFollows correct procedures for handling and disposing of biohazardous, infectious, and pharmaceutical wastePrepares, cleans and sterilizes, and/or reprocesses, instruments and maintain equipment, according to organizational standardsAnticipates and proactively plans for practitioner and patient needsProvides open and timely communication and information to patients, families, and practitioners (as appropriate)Reports pertinent observations and information, both written and verbal, to appropriate staffAssists in orientation of new team membersMaintains all necessary certifications and licensure, including first aid and/or CPR, state licensure, national certifications, and continuing educationStays up to date on required trainings such as OSHA, Medicare fraud/waste training, blood borne pathogens training, and sexual harassment trainingMaintains strict patient confidentiality and follows all HIPAA guidelinesOther duties as assignedCompetencies: Technical Expertise:The ability to demonstrate depth of knowledge and skill in a technical area; is sought out as an expert to provide advice or solutions in his/her technical areaCustomer Focus:Works with customers to understand needs and ensure that products and services meet their needs. Does what can be done to resolve issues, gets the customer to someone who can help if needed, and follows up to ensure there is resolution. Handles the situation in a conscientious and customer-focused wayAdaptability:Maintains composure in a fast-paced environment, managing changing priorities and adjusting response appropriately to achieve goals; responds to change with a positive attitude and willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectivesComprehension:Understands and applies detailed instructions and factual information in oral, written and /or diagram formCommunication:Actively listens, interprets verbal and nonverbal cues, and seeks to understand; presents information clearly both verbally and written with the goal to inform and care for patients; able to adjust presentation as needed for audiencePlanning and Organizing:Manages a high volume of tasks at one time, prioritizing workload while maintaining a high level of attention to detailJudgment:Acts with the patient's best interest making timely and informed decisions in complex situations; accepts responsibility to maintain patient confidentialityProfessionalism:Shows commitment to quality acting with expertise and integrity; ability to foster collaboration, communicate respectfully, and open to receive feedbackDecision Making:Collects and reviews relevant data before acting balancing risk and rewards of options, encourages input from other subject matter experts, able to adjust opinions and recommendations based on new information, and objectively evaluates decisions after they have been madeInitiative/Independence:Works independently with little needed direction taking responsibility for own time and effectiveness. Proactively recognizes opportunities to contribute, recommends and implements process improvementsAttention to Detail:Thoroughness in accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. Monitors and checks work or information and plans and organizes time and resources efficientlyProblem Solving:Analyzes data to understand root cause and solves problems with multiple variables, both predictable and unpredictableNumerical Skills:Numerical Skill: Utilizes intermediate mathematical abilities including basic math computations, percentages, ratios, averages and practical application of algebraic mathOrganizational Culture:All OrthoIllinois employees focus on service by putting the mission, vision, and value statements into practice and using the guiding principles of Compassion, Respect, Trust, Integrity, Innovation, Education Fiscal Responsibility, Practice Independence, Accountability, and Empowerment to direct their interactions and decision making.Employees promote and model the service standards to create lasting impressions, extraordinary moments, exceptional on-stage experiences, and meaningful and compassionate connections.Education and Experience Requirements:High School Diploma or GED, requiredCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or ability to obtain Registered Orthopedic Technician (ROT) certification successfully within 6 months from date of hire and maintain certification renewal every 2 years, required One year of experience in a similar role, preferredWorking knowledge of Microsoft and Google Suites, preferred Environmental/Working Conditions: Working environment is in an office/clinic setting. Physical/Mental Demands:Stand, walk, sit for extended periods of timeSit, stoop, and kneelExcellent vision, hearing, smell, and balanceRequires lifting, carrying, or moving heavier objects (i.e. pushing or pulling up to 100 pounds and lifting and carrying up to 50 poundsPossess full range of motion in shoulders and arms, including reaching above or below the shoulder.This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements.Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve