Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Description

BASS Medical Group is a growing multi-specialty medical organization whose mission is to bring quality care into your community, with over 100 locations throughout the Bay Area and Central Valley.

The LVN is an integral part of the clinical team in the Department of Infusion / Medical Oncology at BASS Medical Group’s Comprehensive Cancer Center in Walnut Creek. The LVN will perform clinical duties related to cancer care in an outpatient setting and assist in some administrative duties. This individual works closely with the clinical staff, front desk personnel and MD. This position will have the following duties:

• Prepare for and assist in patient encounters (consults / follow-ups / OTV / telehealth visits, etc.), including but not limited to:
  • Chart-prep
  • Initial patient intake (vitals, medical histories and reason for visits, etc.)
  • Prepare patients for examination
  • Generate and document encounter notes
  • Generate orders per MD requests
  • Assists in preparation of additional notes including, but not limited to:
    • End of treatment instructions
    • Procedure notes
    • Treatment summaries
    • Patient-requested documents – disability forms, excuse letters, etc.
    • Authorization / appeals letters
• Generate tasks and reminder for MD (signing orders, prescriptions, etc.)
• Help manage clinic schedule
• Manage certain encounter note / document templates
• Contact patients per MD instructions, including but not limited to
  • Notify patient of normal lab results
  • Answer / respond to patient questions
• Triage staff / MD related issues
• Triage referring physician calls
• Coordinate procedure schedules with other provider services
• Administer and document injections 
• Intravenous treatments, wound care and medication administration skills at competent level.
• Help maintain clinic/office supplies and inventory 
• Assist Director and Director of Medical Oncology as needed
• Assist front office / medical assistants as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

· Medical terminology 

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

· Familiarity with EHR platforms (Epic, Beacon) preferred

· Effective in team building and working in a team environment 

· Ability to respect and protect confidential information

· Strong computer skills

· Ability to function independently and deal with multiple, simultaneous projects 

· Ability to recognize personal strengths and weaknesses and develop goals for professional growth and achievement

· Ability to demonstrate a commitment to quality and excellence

Required Education

· California Vocational Nurse Certification and License

· CPR / BLS Certified

· Minimum one year of clinical experience in a Medical Office setting preferred

Physical Requirements 

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk or working on a computer. 

· Prolonged periods of standing and bending. 

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 

Compensation Package

At BASS Medical Group, we understand that a comprehensive, high quality, and affordable health benefits program is now more essential than ever. The overall well-being of our employees is at the forefront of our focus. With this in mind, we offer our eligible employees a generous benefits program. 

Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical through Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Low-Cost Dental and Vision, Medical FSA & HSA. 

Retirement Savings & Income Security: Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Long Term Disability, 401K plan with an employer contribution, Access to Financial Advisors, Identity Theft Program. 

Work/Life Balance Benefits: Paid Time Off and Company Paid holidays, Life Assistance Program, Commuter & Parking Benefits, Secure Travel Services, Healthy Rewards Program, Will Preparation Program, Additional perks to include discounts for Cellular phone and Gym memberships. 

Voluntary Benefits: Optional Life & AD&D Insurance, Aflac Supplemental Insurance, Pet Insurance 

Compensation will be based on experience 

Pay Scale/Ranges:

$30.00-$46.50/hour (and the hourly equivalent for salaried employees).*

*Employees actual pay rate will depend on a host of factors including, without limitation, job locati