CLINICAL SUPPORT, LPN FT

Galen Medical Group Pc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) benefits

Education reimbursement

Holiday Pay

Life Insurance & LTD

Job summary

Galen Medical Group in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to assist providers and deliver quality patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will interview patients, take vital signs, prepare treatment rooms, perform in-house tests, phlebotomy, and help coordinate outpatient procedures while maintaining HIPAA and OSHA compliance and accurate charting.

Galen Medical Group offers a supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development and a

Qualifications

• Graduate of a licensed practical nurse program.
• Active LPN license in Tennessee or compact state.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and EKGs.
• Experience with patient data entry and charting.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and measure vital signs.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms.
• Sterilize instruments and hand to provider.
• Perform in-house labs, venipuncture, EKGs as needed.
• Coordinate outpatient testing and procedures.
• Handle pre-certifications and referrals as directed.
• Maintain HIPAA and OSHA compliance.

Skills

Vital signs measurement

Patient interviewing

Phlebotomy

EKG

Medical charting

Education

LPN license in TN

Compact state eligibility

Tools

EHR systems

Lab equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: GI DOWNTOWN & RHEUMATOLOGY - Chattanooga, TN 37404

Position Type: Full Time

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Summary/Objective

Collaborates with the provider to determine the needs of the patient and assists the provider with providing quality medical care to the patients.

Essential Functions

• Interviews patients and measures vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height.
• Collects data accurately and sees that all information is transferred to patient chart correctly.
• Prepares examination and treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Ensures instruments are clean and sterilized.
• Hands instruments and materials to provider and assists with minor office procedures as directed by provider.
• Calls medical facilities or departments to schedule outpatient testing or procedures for admission.
• Handles pre-certification for admissions and/or procedures or coordinates with pre- certification coordinator.
• Returns patient calls and places prescription refill calls under the direction of provider of care.
• Performs EKG’s, venipuncture and various in-house laboratory procedures. Acts as a phlebotomist as needed following standard procedures. Completes proper requisition for laboratory processing and charge billing.
• Recognizes abnormal results upon review of lab and test results. Interacts with provider regarding patient education and follow up regarding results.
• Assists with health education on the patient’s level of understanding.
• Performs all duties in compliance with Galen clinical policies and OSHA standards.

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Ensures that adequate supplies are maintained at location at all times.
• Maintains clean and neat work area.
• Make recommendations for any improvements in operation of the clinical systems.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Assist other personnel in the performance of their duties as assigned and as workload permits.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Galen Medical Group.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient, medical, financial, and legal information.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification during work hours.
• Represent the organization in a positive & professional manner.
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Comply with all organization policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as directed by your manager.
• Consistently demonstrate the value of team concept.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities.
• Complete assignments efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Understands and abides by OSHA, HIPAA & CLIA standards.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of a licensed practical nurse program from a nationally accredited institution.
• Must have an active LPN license in the State of Tennessee or any other participating compact state.

Experience

• Must have previous clinical and phlebotomy experience.
• Must be BLS trained and certified at all times.
• Ability to document in an efficient, accurate, and timely manner.
• Must be computer literate.

As part of the Galen Medical Group, the applicant must be a team player and provide excellent customer service while assessing our patients needs efficiently. Perform all duties in compliance with Galen Medical policies, HIPAA, and OSHA standards.

Galen Medical Group is a member of the TN Drug-Free Workplace and it is a requirement that we conduct a pre-employment drug screen, as part of the hiring process.

Why should you apply?

• 401(k) benefits.
• Education reimbursement.
• Holiday Pay.
• Great earned time-off policy.
• Company-paid Life Insurance & Long Term Disability.