Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients under the supervision of a licensed medical practitioner or health professional. Works within their full scope of practice and ensures that high quality and safety is consistently delivered. Directly reports to the practices Nurse Manager.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Reviews and prepares patient charts prior to patient appointment
Performs various duties related to the patient appointment and medical record such as vital signs, problems, medications, pharmacy and health history
Epic EMR proficiency for routine clinical tasks, such as orders, changing providers, making/changing appointments, recording administered injections and use of quick disclosure
Enters orders into EMR and obtains insurance authorizations for tests and DME, as indicated in provider notes/orders on patient visit date
Able to act as a liaison between patients, providers, office staff and outside contacts. Ensures smooth provider workflow, solving problems and notifying staff and patients of provider delays
Capable of collecting samples from patients, perform routine lab tests and administer medications
Cleans and restocks rooms. Notifies Team Leader and/or Nurse Manager of supplies that need to be ordered
Works closely with Team Leader and/or Nurse Manager and/or secretary staff to address chart/scheduling issues
Assists providers with procedures. Prepares patients as required. Capable of anticipating both provider and patient needs
Monitors patient satisfaction levels to ensure all patient complaints are reported to Nurse Manager and/or Practice manager to attain maximum patient satisfaction
Capable of sterilizing instruments, using proper sterilization procedures and equipment (e.g., autoclave);
Adheres to practice policies and procedures
Conducts symptom-based calls in Epic and refers to RN or provider for determination
Initiates medication authorizations
Responsible for patient calls that are directed to the assigned nurse pool and able to document in EPIC
Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

NYS licensed/registered LPN. Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required. Experience with electronic medical records. Familiarity with medical office procedures and standards of medical care.

Preferred Qualifications:

Epic experience preferred.

Work Days:

M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm with potential for evenings and weekends in the future.

Part-time or Full-time position available.

24-40hrs per week based on candidates' preference.

Message to Applicants:

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

$3,000 Sign on bonus; 50% paid after 6 months of satisfactory service and the remaining 50% after 12 months of satisfactory service

G5: $21.07 - $35.22

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

Recruitment Office:

MedBest Medical Management

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