Work in Iowa Veterans Jobs

Employment Type:

Full time

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Description:

Description

• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.

• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.

• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, current medications, and presenting problem(s).

• Facilitate interdisciplinary communication. Utilize other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzing patient data. Give clear and complete information to patients and family.

• Assist with a variety of procedures, exams and/or operation of diagnostic equipment as assigned. May be required to prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.

• Demonstrate the ability to organize work and enhance the safety and quality of patient care, service, and treatment.

• Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure completion of testing.

• Communicate with patients regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by Physician.

• Prepare for clinic in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of the patient and physician.

• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.

• Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider and according to protocol.

• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).

• Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager or as requested by healthcare provider(s).

Job Requirements / Qualifications

a. Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred):

Licensed Practical Nurse

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Possession of a current license as a practical nurse issued by the State of Iowa.

• Successfully completes required medication examination prior to passing medication.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support.

Certified Medical Assistant

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Current/valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable.

• Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current/valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within three (3) months of hire.

Registered Nurse

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Current RN License issued/defined by the State of Iowa

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within three (3) months of hire.

Experience (required and preferred):

• Two (2) years' experience preferred

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran