LPN/Medical Assistant/Outpatient Clinical Care Assistant - Cardiovascular Medicine

                    

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

                        

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

                                    

Job Title

LPN/Medical Assistant/Outpatient Clinical Care Assistant - Cardiovascular Medicine

                        

Location

Mayfield Hts

                    

Facility

Hillcrest Hospital

                     

Department

Ambulatory Operations Transition-Regional Operations

                      

Job Code

C15016

                     

Shift

Days

                       

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm/8:30am-5:00pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

 

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Hillcrest Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Hillcrest Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

 

Our team is committed to helping people with heart problems improve their health and enjoy longer, healthier lives. Cardiovascular caregivers from Cleveland Clinic use advanced techniques that have helped Cleveland Clinic's Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute rank nationally and be recognized as the global leader in cardiovascular care. Our program focuses on prevention, detection, treatment and follow-up. Whether patients have a common or complex heart problem, Hillcrest Hospital is a trusted resource for superior technology and experienced professional care. 

A caregiver in this position works Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm or 8:30am to 5:00pm. Hours may include evenings/weekends based on facility needs.

 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

·       Assist with performing screenings and treatments by gathering and updating information related to health maintenance, identifying medication changes, updating allergy information, collecting specimens, performing tests and documenting patient care.  

·       Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.  

·       Maintain equipment, medical supplies and examination areas.  

·       Perform administrative/clerical duties, such as filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration.  

OR as an OCCA

·       Provide or assist with patient care in an outpatient clinic under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Independent Provider (LIP).  

·       Complete the rooming process, including vitals, height, weight, intake questions, documentation and reporting abnormal findings.  

·       Collect patient specimens, perform point of care testing and prepare specimens for transport to the lab.  

·       Prepare patients for and assist with exams, tests and procedures, such as EKG, Holter monitor application, pulse oximetry, hearing and vision screening, disinfection and sterilization.  

·       Administer treatments as directed, including the application of heat or cold, simple sterile dressing changes and applying/removing casts, braces and splints.  

·       Review printed instructions with patients.  

·       Assist with wound care.  

·       Document in the electronic health record.  

·       Assist with setting up the clinic for daily operations, in-baskets, closure of