Allergy Assistant - Midwest ENT

The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and

shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements inherent in this position. Other specific

job-related knowledge and skills may be required.

PURPOSE OF JOB: Ohio County Healthcare owned provider practices bring together caring people, excellent

facilities, equipment, and other resources in a way that provides a high standard of patient care and makes a

difference in the health and lives of our patients and community.

MISSION STATEMENT: Ohio County Healthcare owned provider practices bring together caring people,

excellent facilities, equipment, and other resources in a way that provides a high standard of patient care and

makes a difference in the health and lives of our patients and community.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The usual working space is a well-ventilated area. Requires standing, walking,

turning, bending, stooping, and lifting patients. Fine and gross motor skills. The environment may be stressful at

times, therefore the ability to work under stressful conditions is necessary. May be exposed to bloodborne

pathogens at times in patient care. May have occasional exposure to radiation during radiology procedures and

to dangerous chemicals (cleaning and disinfecting agents

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Allergy Assistant is a designated team member, with expertise in AO-HNS

clinical practice guidelines for inhalant allergy, who is responsible for all procedures associated with

assessments, testing, and procedures within the Allergy Clinic at Midwest Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT). He/She is

responsible for completing all knowledge & skill training, exams, and/or skill competency checklists or

certifications to perform the essential duties of the position. All procedures are performed within compliance of

manufacturer instructions for use, regulation, best practice, and policy/procedure.

1. Expert in Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Allergy

2. Allergy Skin Testing: Schedule testing, provide education, ensure consents/waivers completed,

performs testing on scheduled date.

3. Sterile Compounding (mixing) of skin testing trays, patient tx trays, and serums

4. Administers Allergy Shots (subcutaneous immunotherapy – SCIT)

5. Administers Allergy Drops (Sublingual Immunotherapy – SLIT)

6. Able to identify anaphylaxis and implement the protocol effectively (adult/pediatric).

7. Maintains Patient List and required Inventories per USP 797 regulations, AO-HNS Clinical Practice Guidelines, and the standard operating procedures of the Allergy Program.

8. Monitors, orders, and stocks Allergy Clinic ALK Supplies

9. Temperature Monitor Lead (SensoScientific)

10. Sends Initial/Refill Rx for Medications & Supplies (Patient & Clinic)

11. Cleaning, Disinfection and restocking supplies within the allergy clinic between patients, daily, and per additional frequencies as required by USP 797 regulations for AECAs.

12. Liaison between clinic staff, clinic mgr, allergy provider, and allergy program supervisor.

13. Assists in keeping Allergy Immunization Program Supervisor informed of changes in USP 797 guidelines as disturbed by AAOA, AO-HNS, or other state/federal programs.

14. Monitors Biohazards, sharps, and proper waste disposal.

15. Patient Education & Training: Home Injections & Dupixent

16. Staffing coverage in other clinic areas, as able per training/skill competency completed, as need determined.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 1. Subject Matter Expert in Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Allergy a. Completes all required personnel qualifications (training, skill competency, certification) b. Answers questions from other OCH Clinic locations administering allergy injections prescribed by Midwest ENT physicians. c. Answers questions from outside clinic locations administering allergy injections prescribed by Midwest ENT physicians. d. Approaches physician with concerns and/or clarifying questions regarding allergy immunotherapy e. Serves as a resource for problem-solving and decision-making regarding allergy injection administration. 2. Allergy Skin Testing: Schedule testing, provide education, ensure consents/waivers completed