About This Role
This night-shift post on the cardiac ward pairs patient care with mentoring new nurses.
Responsibilities
- Escort patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate
- Record patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes
- Obtain all necessary patient records as required by physician prior to treatment or procedures
- Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms and order supplies as needed
- Assist physicians with exams and procedures as requested
- Administer subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician
- Maintain all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols
- Answer patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist
- Phone in prescriptions and make other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN
- Inform physician of patient reschedules and no shows
- Perform other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc., as requested by supervisor or physician
Requirements
- Current CPR Certification is Required
- 2-3 Years of Experience Preferred, Oncology Experience Helpful
- One of the Following is Required:
- Diploma or equivalent from an accredited Medical Assistant Program
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with 1 year direct care experience
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
- 401k plan with company contribution
- Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
- Free Parking
- Career Growth and Development
- Supportive Team and Resources
Important Details
- Physical demands: Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
- Work environment: Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur.
