Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First Maryland Medical Group, P.L.L.C.; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Disability/Life/LTC insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid leave and holidays

Overtime and holiday pay

Employee discount for treatment

Job summary

Patient First Maryland Medical Group, P.L.L.C. is seeking a clinical assistant to support physicians and nurses. Duties include locating patients, obtaining vitals, triaging, preparing for exams, and assisting with treatments.

The role requires CPR training, a Maryland-licensed CNA, high school diploma, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds; one year of clinical experience is preferred. EMR use is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) licensed by Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Ability to hear pages and telephone systems; physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• CPR training and willingness to attend CPR classes and drills.
• Minimum one year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Locate patients and take vitals by visual/auditory means; triage and prepare for exams.
• Use the EMR system and order labs, X-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
• Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient care and treatments; respond to requests promptly.
• Perform phlebotomy and lab duties; sterilize instruments and restock rooms.
• Maintain cleanliness of treatment areas and follow OSHA guidelines.
• Provide warm, friendly service and foster teamwork.

Skills

Multitasking

Prioritization

Communication

EMR system use

Education

High school diploma

CN A certification (CNA)

Tools

EMR system

Job description

The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to the following:

• - Locating patients, obtaining accurate vital signs by visual and auditory measures, triaging patients, assessing patients’ medical condition, and preparing patients for physicals and medical treatment by Physicians and Nurses;
• - Understanding and using the electronic medical record system;
• - Ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed;
• - Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when the patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs;
• - Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care;
• - Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner;
• - Performing lab duties as assigned;
• - Performing phlebotomy procedures;
• - Sterilizing and setting up instruments;
• - Receiving and storing supplies; restocking treatment rooms as needed;
• - Reporting to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift;
• - Following ancillary guidelines as deemed necessary by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, DMS, and Physician;
• - Adhering to established policies and procedures;
• - Maintaining cleanliness of the treatment area and completing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines and other maintenance assignments as directed;
• - Washing, drying, folding, and restocking laundry; maintaining the cleanliness of the washing machine and dryer lint trap;
• - Attending staff meetings as scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS;
• - Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained;
• - Completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift;
• - Being available to assist as needed, as breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time to provide necessary patient care or to maintain center operations;
• - Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere;
• - Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions;
• - Understanding and performing all duties as assigned.

Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• - Must be 18 years of age or older;
• - Minimum typing experience;
• - High school graduate or equivalent;
• - Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office preferred;
• - Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system;
• - Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time);
• - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds;
• - Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills;
• - Ability to prioritize and multitask;
• - Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work;
• - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Maryland Board of Nursing.

Salary Range: $20.00 - $23.00, depending on experience.

Benefits and Other Compensation:

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Disability, Life and Long Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending accounts, 40 1(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match)
• Paid Annual Leave, Volunteer Time Off Pay, Bereavement Leave, Emergency Leave Bank
• Overtime Pay, Holiday Pay, Double time compensation for all holidays worked
• Discounted medical treatment at any Patient First location for employees and immediate family

Bonuses include:

• - Recruitment bonus
• - Patient Care Performance bonus (center employees only)
• - Weekend bonus (center employees only)