Street Medicine Clinical Assistant

Street Medicine, Clinical Assistant

Valley Health Partners, Allentown, PA

Job Summary:

Functions as a member of the practice clinical care delivery team to provide selected clinical care to patients under the direction of a LPN, RN, or provider. Performs clerical/administrative duties associated with front desk operations under the direction of the supervisor.

Additional Requirements for Street Medicine: 

Walking on uneven ground
Reliable vehicle – appropriate in all weather
Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions
Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Able to lift and carry 25 to 40 pounds.

 

Qualifications:

Education:          

• High School Diploma/GED required. Relevant associate’s degree preferred. 

Experience:          

• 6 months of experience in a physician office or other healthcare setting.

Licenses and Certifications:

• American Heart Association BLS required
• Certified nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified/Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) preferred.

Special Skills:

• Demonstrates initiative and is able to function independently, as well as collaboratively.
• Ability to accept and adapt to change.
• Strong time management skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including EMR, word processing, and Excel.

Essential Functions:

• Performs clerical and front-end functions to support patient care delivery; answers telephones and directs calls appropriately.
• Functions as a member of the care delivery team to assist the provider and nurse as needed and directed.
• Provides direct and indirect care for designated patients, as appropriate and as assigned, after completion of required education and demonstrated competency.
• Refers clinical issues or problems beyond the scope of responsibility to the licensed nurse, Clinical Coordinator/Manager, Clinical Educator, or provider in a timely manner.
• Completes vital signs on patients after completing the vital sign competency assessment. Vital signs are to include, but are not limited to, height, weight, head circumference, growth charts, temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and pain screening and any others specific to the practice.

• Troubleshoots and takes corrective measures in care and handling of equipment.
• Maintains current knowledge of insurance, managed care plans, and medical authorization requirements.
• Ensures environment is safe for employees, patients, and visitors. Corrects and reports unsafe situations and practices.

• Attends and satisfactorily completes all clinical and clerical competency training, as required.
• Takes on other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans with great coverage at VERY affordable rates.  Employee-only coverage is FREE!
• 403b Retirement Plan with generous company match
• Paid Time Off for holidays, vacation, sick & personal days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement