Imaging- LPN

Southeastern Cardiology Associates; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Set scheduled 4-day work week

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Long-Term Disability 60% & Life $25,0k

Paid Holidays

PTO 80 hrs/yr

401k matching after 1 year

VIP status at Southern Cardiology

Discounts on uniforms & WorkingAdvantg

Job summary

Southeastern Cardiology Associates is seeking a licensed practical nurse to support the Nuclear Medicine Department in Columbus, GA. The LPN will assist with daily testing procedures, IV starts, EKGs, patient positioning, and accurate data entry into INVIA and eClinicalWorks, while coordinating with Front Office and other departments to optimize patient flow.

The ideal candidate has cardiac knowledge, strong communication, adaptability, and the ability to work independently, maintaining BLS

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Georgia required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for testing and start IVs.
• Place 12-lead EKG for procedures as needed.
• Assist patients on and off the camera and position them for tests.
• Input demographics into INVIA and eClinicalWorks.
• Maintain supplies in testing areas and assist with chart prep.
• Coordinate with Front Office to ensure timely patient flow.
• Deliver care per the patient care plan and policies.
• Maintain effective communication with other departments and adapt to changing situations.
• Maintain BLS and complete tasks independently.

Skills

Cardiac knowledge

Communication skills

Adaptability

Independence

Education

LPN license, Georgia

BLS Certification

Job description

Description

The LPN supports the Nuclear Medicine Department by assisting with daily testing procedures and providing quality patient care. Responsibilities include preparing patients for testing, starting IVs, performing 12-lead EKGs as needed, assisting patients with positioning and transfers, and maintaining accurate patient information in INVIA and eClinicalWorks. The LPN also assists with chart preparation, supply management, and procedure tracking while coordinating with Front Office staff and other departments to ensure efficient patient flow. The ideal candidate demonstrates cardiac-related knowledge, strong communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to work independently while maintaining BLS certification and following established policies and procedures.

LPN Responsibilities

• Assist Nuclear Technologist in daily duties including but not limited to :
• Patient preparation for test
• Placement of IV catheter
• Placement of 12 Lead EKG for needed procedures
• Assist patients on and off the camera’s as needed
• Retrieve patients from the main waiting room and places them in the appropriate staging area for testing.
• Inputs demographic information into INVIA and eClinicalWorks
• Assist nuclear department in any chart prep as needed
• Helps to maintain supplies in testing areas
• Assist with procedure tracking excel sheet as needed
• Works closely with Front Office staff to ensure that patients are received timely for their appointments
• Delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, as well as in accordance with policies and procedures of the office.
• Communicates with other departments in the office effectively and respectfully
• Exhibits the ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting
• Demonstrates cardiac related knowledge and appropriately applies knowledge to patient care
• Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Independently completes assignments in a timely manner

Requirements

Education and Qualifications

• Holds/maintains active LPN license, active in Georgia
• BLS Certification

Full-Time Benefits & Perks

• Set scheduled 4-day work week
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (effective 1st of the month following 60 days)
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability (60%) and $25,000 Basic Life Insurance
• 6 Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4 of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, & Christmas
• PTO accrued at 3.08 hours per paycheck (80 hrs/yr)
• 401k matching program after 1 year worked
• VIP Status at both Southern Cardiology and Southern Gastroenterology
• Discounts through Uniforms of America, and the Working Advantage program.

Compensation

Starting Hourly Pay: $20 per hour

Salary based on experience- Starting pay will be determined based on the candidate's relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.