Qureos Mentor

Brown University Health

<div>SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides direct patient care.Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.Exposed to patient care environment.Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.
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Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type:
7p-0730a
Work Shift:
Night
Driving Required:
No
Union:
United Nurses And Allied Professional</div>

Registered Nurse I

<div>SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Clinic Administrator or Physician, and according to established procedures, provides care to patients and families. Responsible and accountable for the care provided regardless of whether it is provided solely by said nurse or if by the nurse and others under his/her supervision. Implements and coordinates the steps of the nursing process, involves the patient in decision making relative to care and is responsible for making nursing care judgements and acting upon them. Collaborates with Physicians in the management of prescribed medical plan of care. Involves implementation of the physician prescribed regimen, evaluations of patient response to the regimen and communication to the Physician of changes in the patient&rsquo;s status. Functions under protocol which extend responsibilities for medical management activities. Coordinates the patient plan of care with nurses, Physicians and other member s of the Health Team and agencies within the community, to provide an integrated and comprehensive approach to care delivery. Responsible for participating in educational, quality assurance and research activities. Additionally, the Registered Nurse acts as a consultant, sharing his/her clinical expertise and knowledge with other health care providers and members of the community. Performs clinical management functions specifically delegated by the Clinical Manager. The nurse participates in organizational planning and decision making which affects patient care and Ambulatory Service operations. The Registered Nurse also participates in related nursing, medical and hospital committee activities. Practices within the framework of the philosophy, objectives, policies procedures and standards of the Hospital and his/her specific Ambulatory Service. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Responsible to the Clinical Manager, meets and maintains competence as defined by the clinical service experience and credential requirements, provides nursing care to patients. Implements and coordinates the steps of the nursing process assessment, diagnosis, goal setting, prescription, intervention and evaluation. Delegates, supervises and coordinates nursing care activities provided by personnel assigned to assist in the provision of nursing care, such as but not limited to Licensed Practical Nurses, Nurses Assistants, Orderlies, and Technicians. Implements the prescribed medical regimen, evaluates the patient response to the regimen and advises the physician of changes in the patient&rsquo;s condition. Performs extended functions in accordance with written Rhode Island Hospital protocols and policies. Participates in clinic and departmental level collaborative activities such as but not limited to joint case presentations, grand rounds. Collaborates on a continuous basis with the patient, family, Physician, nurses and other health team members to integrate, evaluate and ensure continuity of the plan of care. Identifies with and makes referrals to health team resources within the hospital and the community and serves as a consultant to others. Provides, coordinates and documents teaching for patients and families related to management of the health problem, health promotion and rehabilitation. Seeks out and participates in activities leading to self-growth and professional development. Updates knowledge of professional, medical and technological developments and participates in the incorporation of these into clinical nursing practice. Participates in educational activities commensurate with learning needs and individual ability such as but not limited to conference, seminars and orientation of new staff. Works with facility members of affiliated nursing educational programs to integrate clinical proactive for students within the plan patient care management. Participates in clinic and departmental quality assurance activities such as but not limited to monitoring and evaluation of care, validation of nursing and ambulatory standards, policies and procedures. Participates in related clinical and operational research activities. Assumes charge position responsibilities for the clinic as delegated. Participates with the Ambulatory Clinical Manager in performance appraisals. Participates on committees and in other organizational activities involving professional practice and patient care standards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Nursing preferred. Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: Related experience and credentials where indicated. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Exposed to ambulatory patient care environment which includes exposure to communicable diseases, however adherence to infection control policies and procedures minimizes chance of illness or injury. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
Pay Range:
$56.06-$56.06
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type:
Days M-F
Work Shift:
Day
Driving Required:
No
Union:
United Nurses And Allied Professional</div>

Registered Nurse Ambulatory

<div>SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides direct patient care.Provides leadership by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities provided by ancillary personnel.Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement.Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding the patient care outcome/discharge planning.Assesses and Provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs.Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities.Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost effective patient care.Meets and maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate.Identifies growth needs and Participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations.Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel.Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred.Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status.Physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients.Exposed to patient care environment.Physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.
Pay Range:
$35.56-$59.99
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type:
every other weekend every other holiday
Work Shift:
Day
Driving Required:
No
Union:
United Nurses And Allied Professional</div>

Registered Nurse

<div>SUMMARY: Reports to the Clinic Manager and under the general direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse Dialysis, provides direct and indirect and technical duties in the Dialysis Center. Under supervision, assists in a variety of patient care duties including collecting and testing specimens, taking and recording vital signs, initiation of intradialytic monitoring and termination of hemodialysis treatments. Performs daily testing of water purification system. Assists in the daily opening and closing of the Dialysis Center. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists the professional staff with delivering the dialysis procedures. Comforts and assures privacy for patients. Provides instruction, from standard printed clinical materials. May perform cannulation of fistula needles to initiate dialysis treatments. Assists with patient lifting and positioning as necessary. Reviews patient appointment schedules to anticipate needs for records, materials, supplies and equipment. Ensures electronic medical records are available before patient arrival. Reviews records to ensure completeness. Follows up directly or through others to obtain missing documents, incomplete test results and the like in order that the patient record is complete and documentation is clear for professional staff review. Prepares and sets up patient treatment stations before patient arrival with necessary equipment, instruments and supplies. Ensures area is maintained in neat, clean and organized manner before and following patient visits. May clean treatment station, including but not limited to patient chair/bed, hemodialysis equipment and related space as appropriate. Prepares instruments as appropriate for cleaning and sterilization. Receives and greets patients and/or families, explains procedures to be performed as appropriate and escorts patient to examination area. Communicates with patients, families, nursing staff and other clinical staff to promote optimal patient care. Acts as chaperone for patient. Promotes and maintains an environment conducive to the patients&rsquo; physical and psychological comfort and safety. Takes and records patient information; reports all pertinent observations outside normal parameters and outcomes before, during, and after dialysis treatment to the professional staff. Records selected treatments and procedures as appropriate and within level of responsibility. Assists to maintain patient flow through the outpatient area. May transport patients as necessary. Performs related errands to pick up and deliver supplies and test results as necessary, including medical records, x-rays and the like. Receives and documents telephone messages. Monitors inventory levels to ensure availability of necessary supplies; equipment and instruments are on hand to meet anticipated needs. Orders and obtains supplies for specific area as directed; restock rooms appropriately in anticipation of scheduled visits. Ensures timely receipt of materials ordered, follows patient information system. May perform routine quality checks on equipment to ensure readiness for use. Exercises proper care in the use of equipment and reports needed for repair to the appropriate person. Operates computer terminal to access and enter information such as treatment information as part of the patient&rsquo;s permanent record. Participates in mandatory educational programs and in monthly staff meetings to maintain skills and awareness of dialysis-specific practice issues. Recommends changes in procedures to other professional staff as appropriate to maximize efficiency of clinic relative to patient scheduling, clerical procedures, etc. Recognizes cardiopulmonary arrest and initiates CPR. Demonstrates adherence to Universal Precautions, Safety Programs and other infection control measures. Participates in appropriate staff education programs to maintain and expand job knowledge and skills. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidate must have: ol High School graduate, General Educational Development (GED) certificate or equivalent. BLS certification. /ol iCandidate preferred to have atleast one of the following: ol Have completed an approved training program in Renal Dialysis. Community or corporate-based programs are acceptable if the required components are included: the program is under the direction of a registered nurse: and the program has been approved by the medical director and governing body. Must be certified or certification eligible under a nationally commercially available certification program, the Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT), The Board of Nephrology Examiners for Nursing and Technology (BONENT) exam, and the National Nephrology Certification Organization (NNCO) exam. /ol EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated experience with computerized scheduling and record systems. Familiarity with preparing medical records effecting patient scheduling and operating a computer to enter and access medical records. Meets and maintains competency requirements according to the nursing credentialing policy and procedures.
Pay Range:
$24.76-$24.76
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type:
M-Sat 6-430 or 630-5 as scheduled 4-10 hour days/week alt with 3-10 hour days/week Saturdays and Holidays as needed
Work Shift:
Day
Driving Required:
No
Union:
International Brotherhood Teamsters</div>

Patient Care Tech Dlysys-Outpt

<div>SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager or their designee, but according to established policies and procedures, the incumbent performs various administrative duties to expedite each patient's visit for clinical care. These duties include preparation of patient records; registration and pre-registration activities; problem resolution; appointment scheduling; and, co-payment preparation and collection. In addition, ancillary duties performed provide tracking and status of follow-up care as it pertains to specific diagnostic coding, billing/payment resolution, and generation of system reports, which reflect scheduling activities. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Schedules patients using the hospital's scheduling system. This includes establishing the appointment type, specific provider clinic, and appointment time. Schedules follow-up appointment using the on-line scheduling system. May schedule appointments for patients who need lab work, diagnostic imaging or referral to other medical providers. Refers technical/clinical inquiries to appropriate personnel. Utilizes the on-line billing system to enter diagnosis/service codes from encounter sheets. This includes accurately entering the appropriate code in the hospital's billing system. Completes pre-registration and registration process using the on-line billing system. Verifies demographic data, insurance authorization information, co-pays and physician. Collects co-payments and provides patients with receipts. Produces registration cards using the on-line system and card embosser. Photocopies front and back of insurance card. Confirms patient eligibility with insurance carriers and obtains visit authorizations as necessary. Provides mature, quality customer service to patients, their families and/or their representatives. Mails informational material to new patients in advance of scheduled appointments. As necessary, contacts agencies outside the Hospital to obtain pertinent patient information and to coordinate clinic/treatment programs. Contacts third party payors to obtain required pre-authorizations in accordance with established policiesActs as an outpatient center receptionist. Makes telephone calls to patients as appointment reminders. Answers incoming calls. Returns phone calls to patients, physician offices and other medical providers such as laboratory and radiology facilities. Greets arriving patients and verifies pertinent information and physician using the online billing system. Orients patients to the specific outpatient center as a hospital-based service. Interacts effectively with patients and their family members.Handles coding/billing within parameters as outlined in the department guideline. Using the on-line billing system enters diagnosis codes/service codes from encounter sheets. Verifies the appropriateness of the diagnostic code prior to entering in the billing system. Interacts with patients and Patient Financial Services in order to resolve billing issues, including denials. Appropriately refers patients to patient advocate for financial counseling.Obtains and organizes medical records for use by physicians and nurses. Ensures patient's file is complete prior to treatment/clinic visit including appropriate records, lab test results and x-rays. Evaluates file prior to schedule visit and follows up with other Hospital departments to obtain missing dataPrints reports using both the online scheduling and billing systems. Performs all duties in accordance with RIH's mission, the defined role of ambulatory care, and defined administrative/clerical rules, procedures and policies.May respond to telephone callsnquiries by rotating into a centralized setting (i.e., a call room). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:High School Diploma or equivalent. Demonstrated knowledge of PC skills using the windows operating system environment and accompanying software packages. Must have knowledge of medical billing routines for physician office practice. Must also have knowledge of medical terminology, diagnosis codes, and procedure codes. Must use and have knowledge of courteous telephone technique and good customer service skills.EXPERIENCEix months experience coding and billing using online billing system.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Walking, sitting, standing throughout the day in clinic setting.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.
Pay Range:
$21.26-$21.81
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type:
8-2:30 2x week 8-12:00pm 1x week
Work Shift:
Day
Driving Required:
No
Union:
International Brotherhood Teamsters</div>

<div>SUMMARY: Reports to the Ambulatory Clinical Manager and/or Practice Manager, or other assigned Supervisory personnel and under general supervision of the attending Licensed Independent Practitioner, and functions in accordance with established policies and procedures in an Ambulatory setting. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age-specific needs of the geriatric, adult, adolescent, and pediatric patient. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health's mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Works effectively and respectfully at his/her highest capabilities and training. Follows the practice, clinic or office workflow protocols to maximize quality and efficiency. Performs pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient record prior to the appointment with recent test results, consults, correspondence, etc. and determines needed services based on practice protocols. Communicates point of care reminders to providers via the electronic medical record (EMR). Prepares patients for examination and treatment in accordance to their clinic specific workflow protocol, by escorting from the waiting area to the exam room. Takes vital signs, weighs patients and records in patient chart. Enters in patient chief complaint, medication reconciliation, histories and other services as outlined in workflow protocol. Notes all patient health concerns into EMR. Record the patient pain score. Completes all questionnaires in the patient's chart. Ensures effectively patient flow throughout the practice, clinic and office. Reviews Health Maintenance and Chronic Illness services and performs/orders according to protocols and standing orders. Performs testing procedures such as blood pressure, EKG, pulse oximetry, Hgb A1-C, glucose, urinalysis, urine hcg, rapid strep test, and other point of care tests. Records allergy information medications, medical, surgical, and family histories in the patient chart. Initiates pharmacy benefits verification. Assists physician with physical examinations.Performs all procedures using aseptic techniques, following standard procedures. Assists provider with all physical examinations. Performs all procedures using aseptic techniques, following standard procedures. Administers vaccines and places PPDs as per practice/clinic protocol. Completes appropriate follow-up up work after visit including, but not limited to, ensuring all blood and specimens are properly labeled, recorded and sent to lab. Follows up to ensure all lab results are entered in the medical record.Tracks orders and results.Contacts patients for outreach and reminders for labs/orders.Updates EMR with status.Reports all abnormal lab results to physician or nurse immediately. Follows up on referrals for specialty care and/or other services.Tracks consult reports and ensures EMR is updated accordingly.Contacts patients for outreach and/or reminders for referrals. Checks for prescription refills pending. Ensures examination room is cleaned between each patient and set-up appropriately for next appointment. Thoroughly explains programs, procedures and correct preparation for various tests and exams.Provides education to patients regarding the importance of coordination of care and the prudent use of emergency rooms when seeking care.Documents identified barriers. Schedules tests and follow-up appointments.Pre-registers patient for next visit.Verifies patient demographic and insurance information.Obtains prior authorizations as needed. Monitors and orders supplies and keeps room stocked. Cleans medical equipment.Reports broken or missing equipment to manager immediately.Ensures exam rooms are prepared for each patient. Checks expiration dates on medications and supplies, removes and reports expired medication to Practice or Clinic Management. Assists with administrative office duties.Mails reminders and other letters to patients. Manages time effectively.Fills slow periods with activities to prepare for future needs.Minimizes non-productive time. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Protects and preserves the patient's right to privacy and confidentiality. Maintains a position attitude and actively engages in the team approach of caring for patients. Supports the goals and concepts of the patient centered medical home by demonstrating flexibility and willingness to change. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: High School graduate or equivalency &ndash; able to read, write and speak English. Graduate of formal Medical Assistant training program (9 months or longer) or minimum of 3 years Medical Assistant experience in a comparable ambulatory setting required, within the last 5 years. Basic Life Support Certification Ability to understand and apply policies, procedures and protocols. Ability to use a personal computer and scanner. Ability to use EMR and other software applications. Ability to interact with patients, providers, supervisors and peers in a professional manner. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience within the last 5 years as Medical Assistant in an ambulatory setting or recent Graduate of formal Medical Assistant training program (9 months or longer) within the past 2 or 3 years. Prefer experience with electronic medical record and appointment scheduling software. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Healthcare environment such as acute care hospitals, physicians' offices and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Works with medical equipment and has direct patient contact. Any potential hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions including use safety equipment and protective clothing. Walks and stands intermittently throughout the day. May be exposed to electrical and energy hazards. May lift and position patients, and lift supplies up to 50 pounds SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.
Pay Range:
$22.52-$22.52
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type:
Mon thru Sat 8am to 6pm as scheduled
Work Shift:
Day
Driving Required:
No
Union:
International Brotherhood Teamsters</div>

Medical Assistant Ambulatory

<div>SUMMARY: Reports to the Ambulatory Clinical Manager and/or Practice Manager, or other assigned Supervisory personnel and under general supervision of the attending Licensed Independent Practitioner, and functions in accordance with established policies and procedures in an Ambulatory setting. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age-specific needs of the geriatric, adult, adolescent, and pediatric patient. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health's mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Works effectively and respectfully at his/her highest capabilities and training. Follows the practice, clinic or office workflow protocols to maximize quality and efficiency. Performs pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient record prior to the appointment with recent test results, consults, correspondence, etc. and determines needed services based on practice protocols. Communicates point of care reminders to providers via the electronic medical record (EMR). Prepares patients for examination and treatment in accordance to their clinic specific workflow protocol, by escorting from the waiting area to the exam room. Takes vital signs, weighs patients and records in patient chart. Enters in patient chief complaint, medication reconciliation, histories and other services as outlined in workflow protocol. Notes all patient health concerns into EMR. Record the patient pain score. Completes all questionnaires in the patient's chart. Ensures effectively patient flow throughout the practice, clinic and office. Reviews Health Maintenance and Chronic Illness services and performs/orders according to protocols and standing orders. Performs testing procedures such as blood pressure, EKG, pulse oximetry, Hgb A1-C, glucose, urinalysis, urine hcg, rapid strep test, and other point of care tests. Records allergy information medications, medical, surgical, and family histories in the patient chart. Initiates pharmacy benefits verification. Assists physician with physical examinations.Performs all procedures using aseptic techniques, following standard procedures. Assists provider with all physical examinations. Performs all procedures using aseptic techniques, following standard procedures. Administers vaccines and places PPDs as per practice/clinic protocol. Completes appropriate follow-up up work after visit including, but not limited to, ensuring all blood and specimens are properly labeled, recorded and sent to lab. Follows up to ensure all lab results are entered in the medical record.Tracks orders and results.Contacts patients for outreach and reminders for labs/orders.Updates EMR with status.Reports all abnormal lab results to physician or nurse immediately. Follows up on referrals for specialty care and/or other services.Tracks consult reports and ensures EMR is updated accordingly.Contacts patients for outreach and/or reminders for referrals. Checks for prescription refills pending. Ensures examination room is cleaned between each patient and set-up appropriately for next appointment. Thoroughly explains programs, procedures and correct preparation for various tests and exams.Provides education to patients regarding the importance of coordination of care and the prudent use of emergency rooms when seeking care.Documents identified barriers. Schedules tests and follow-up appointments.Pre-registers patient for next visit.Verifies patient demographic and insurance information.Obtains prior authorizations as needed. Monitors and orders supplies and keeps room stocked. Cleans medical equipment.Reports broken or missing equipment to manager immediately.Ensures exam rooms are prepared for each patient. Checks expiration dates on medications and supplies, removes and reports expired medication to Practice or Clinic Management. Assists with administrative office duties.Mails reminders and other letters to patients. Manages time effectively.Fills slow periods with activities to prepare for future needs.Minimizes non-productive time. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Protects and preserves the patient's right to privacy and confidentiality. Maintains a position attitude and actively engages in the team approach of caring for patients. Supports the goals and concepts of the patient centered medical home by demonstrating flexibility and willingness to change. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: High School graduate or equivalency &ndash; able to read, write and speak English. Graduate of formal Medical Assistant training program (9 months or longer) or minimum of 3 years Medical Assistant experience in a comparable ambulatory setting required, within the last 5 years. Basic Life Support Certification Ability to understand and apply policies, procedures and protocols. Ability to use a personal computer and scanner. Ability to use EMR and other software applications. Ability to interact with patients, providers, supervisors and peers in a professional manner. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience within the last 5 years as Medical Assistant in an ambulatory setting or recent Graduate of formal Medical Assistant training program (9 months or longer) within the past 2 or 3 years. Prefer experience with electronic medical record and appointment scheduling software. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Healthcare environment such as acute care hospitals, physicians' offices and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Works with medical equipment and has direct patient contact. Any potential hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions including use safety equipment and protective clothing. Walks and stands intermittently throughout the day. May be exposed to electrical and energy hazards. May lift and position patients, and lift supplies up to 50 pounds SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.
Pay Range:
$22.52-$22.52
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type:
Monday-Saturday 8am-6pm
Work Shift:
Day
Driving Required:
No
Union:
International Brotherhood Teamsters</div>

Medical Assistant

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