Registered Nurse - Oncology Infusion - Per Diem

Summit Health; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health in Florham Park, NJ, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, coordinate patient flow, and serve as a liaison between patients, staff and providers in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.

You will collect lab specimens, take vitals, administer injections, assist with triage and scheduling, document in the EHR, and help ensure safe, accurate patient care in accordance with policies.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• New Jersey Nursing License and BLS certification required.
• 0–1 years experience; 2–4 years preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician and staff with daily coordination of patient care and physician access.
• Function as liaison between patients, staff, and physicians; maintain efficient patient flow.
• Collect lab specimens and label accurately; obtain vitals and document in EHR.
• Administer injections and demonstrate telephone triage per protocol; schedule appointments.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

New Jersey State Nursing License

BLS certification

Tools

EHR

Practice Management System

Medical office equipment

Job description

About Our Company

We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients’ homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all.We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

Essential Job functions:

• Assist the physician and staff with the daily coordination of patient care and physician access.
• Function as the liaison between patients, staff, and physicians.
• Maintains efficient patient flow.
• Delivers direct patient care within the scope of licensure and in accordance with SMG policy.
• Collects lab specimens according to departmental guidelines. Accurately labels specimens.
• Prioritizes patient care by implementing physician orders and nursing procedures.
• Ensures proper preparation for patient visit. Prepares pertinent information needed for patient visit.
• Effectively communicates problems, concerns or issues to the Office Supervisor/Manager appropriately and promptly.
• Assures all patients are correctly identified prior to providing and/or documenting care.
• Ensures proper preparation for patient visit. Prepares pertinent information needed for patient visit.
• Employs appropriate and timely use of Tasking in EHR.
• Obtains vital signs: BP, temp, pulse, height & weight accurately and completely as required. Documents appropriately in EHR.
• Administers injections according to appropriate protocol. Documents injections accurately in EHR.
• Appropriately demonstrates telephone triage protocols and document in EHR.
• Schedules appointments appropriately and accurately according to department guidelines.
• Appropriately adheres to universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposal of medical waste.
• Reviews and updates medication list in EHR. Demonstrates understanding of prescription control and prescription refill procedures. Accurately and completely documents known allergies in EHR.
• Appropriately enters orders and schedules appointments in the Practice Management System (PMS) and EHR.
• Provides referrals and/or consult orders appropriately and in a timely manner in the PMS and EHR.
• Checks and maintains logs for emergency equipment according to policy.
• Facilitates transition of care to UCC/Hospital.
• Maintains proficiency with department specific equipment troubleshoots and reports malfunctions promptly.

General Job functions:

• Assists in ordering and maintaining of all supplies as assigned.
• Demonstrates flexibility with various work schedules.
• Other duties as required.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Pushing and pulling, taking frequency and weight into consideration.
• Physical strength to lift heavy objects, carts, or items, taking frequency and weight into consideration.
• Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.
• Physical agility, which includes ability to maneuver body while in place.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Balance is maintained during climbing, bending and/or reaching
• Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).

Environmental Risks:

• Chemicals, Chemotherapy and Fumes
• Loud noises
• Vibration
• Extreme temperatures
• Confined spaces
• Allergens: dust, mold and/or pollen
• Magnetic fields
• Radiation
• Sharps
• Latex

Blood-borne Pathogens:

• Exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non intact skin, or tissue specimens
• Contact with patients or patient specimens is possible
• Unplanned or unexpected exposure

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

• Associates degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• New Jersey State Nursing License and BLS certification required.
• 0 – 1 years experience. 2-4 years experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills.
• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.
• Experience with patient care equipment preferred.
• Experience with EHR, Practice Management System and Departmental/Ancillary Systems preferred.

PER DIEM RATE: $55 / HOUR

Pay Range: $43.61 - $54.52 Hourly

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD's benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Companyprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.