CNA or CMA - Pulmonology FT

Gibson Area Hospital; Gibson City (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services in Gibson City, IL is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant for a full-time role in Pulmonology. You will assist clinical staff, perform chart prep, take vital signs, and support patient flow in a busy clinic.

Responsibilities include scheduling referrals, assisting with tests, maintaining exam rooms, and ensuring patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must be certified for medical equipment testing and oriented by RN/LPN.
• Current BLS certification or will achieve within six months of hire.
• Working knowledge of computer applications.
• If a CNA or CMA, maintains current licensure and meets CMS/IDPH requirements.
• Familiar with CPT and ICD codes, through education or experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and the insurance industry.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation for typing correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Performs chart prep for all providers.
• Greets patients and escorts to exam rooms; records vital signs and height/weight.
• Documents social/family/medical history and current complaints.
• Answers calls and forwards information to clinicians; does not give medical advice.
• Schedules referrals, tests, and clinic appointments.
• Maintains and restocks exam rooms with supplies.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and follows infection control practices.

Skills

Vital signs documentation

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Communication skills

BLS certification

Education

CNA certification

CMA certification

Tools

Medical equipment testing

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Gibson City, IL 60936, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.00 Hourly, DEPARTMENT: PULMONOLOGY

HOURS & SHIFT REQUIREMENTS: Full time- 40 hours weekly. Mon-Fri 8:00 am – 5 pm

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Medical is a non-professional staff member who performs duties to obtain clinical information/data, clinical CLIA waived lab testing, and testing on medical equipment, necessary for the medical office visit. This assistance is under supervision of the Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse, and the Physician/APN/PA.

GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT

To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs chart prep for all providers.
• Greets patients appropriately and escorts patients to exam rooms; performs, documents and reports vital signs and records height and weight accurately and in a timely manner.
• Documents social/family/medical history, current complaint(s) with review of systems accurately.
• Working knowledge of computer applications.
• Answers phone calls, documents patient message, and forwards information to Physician, Nurse, NP, PA. Does not provide medical advice or recommend treatment.
• Schedules referrals by phone to area physician offices and hospitals for tests and consults.
• Assists with scheduling tests and procedures as ordered, as well as scheduling clinic appointments.
• Maintains and restocks exam rooms with needed supplies.
• Monitors supplies, except medications, for outdating and disposes as needed.
• Orders supplies.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
• Follows Infection Control fundamentals r/t: Standard Precautions, good hand washing, disposal of bio hazardous materials, aseptic technique, disinfection of instruments/equipment, and preparations for autoclaving.
• Adheres to policies and procedures, federal/state/local requirements and regulatory bodies.
• Ability to handle a busy, fast-paced clinic that can be stressful at times.
• Maintains excellent customer service with patients and staff at all times. Is aware and accountable of one’s actions.
• Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation of continuing education to meet own development needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of patient safety, patient rights, and patient care.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills and uses chain of command appropriately.
• Able to cross-train within clinic and balance workloads efficiently and effectively.
• Travels to satellite clinics as needed.
• Any other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Basic lifting/bending: Boxes, medical equipment, patient care.
• Basic twisting, turning: During above functions.
• Basic vigorous walking: Daily functions of transferring patients to care area during a fast paced, busy clinic.
• Basic prolonged standing: During daily functions at nursing workstations.
• Visual acuity to observe patients for assessment and data collection, to use manual documentation tools.
• Auditory acuity to hear patient’s verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
• Emotional stability conductive to dealing with patients, and family members.
• Strength to perform the following lifting tasks:
  • Floor to Knuckle- 40 pounds
  • 12” to Knuckle- 30 pounds
  • Knuckle to Shoulder- 20 pounds
  • Shoulder to Overhead- 20 pounds
  • Carry 14ft.- 40 pounds
  • Push 25ft.- 40 ft/lbs
  • Pull 10ft.- 40 ft/lbs
  • Job Specific - Stand pivot transfer chair to chair using gait belt and correct technique.
  • Job Specific – Push empty sled 80' and turn entire sled around to simulate pushing a wheelchair.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to Office Manager

Qualifications: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Must be certified competent by designee for all Medical equipment testing and oriented by RN/LPN according to all job skills required to perform said duties, in the clinic environment.
• Current BLS certification or will achieve within six months of hire.
• Must be able to follow directions and have a working knowledge of computer applications.
• If a CNA or CMA, maintains current licensure and meets all regulations required of CMS and IDPH.
• Must be familiar with CPT and ICD codes, through either education or experience as demonstrated by past performance.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and the insurance industry.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type correspondence.

INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL

Category 1 – Maximal Risk – this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B vaccine.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise, and the like.
• Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.