Qureos Mentor

Methodist Health System - NE and IA

<div>Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? 
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care &ndash; a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It&rsquo;s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient&rsquo;s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
Job Summary:
Location: Methodist Physicians Clinic - Diabetes &amp; Endocrine 
Address: 7831 Chicago Court - Omaha, NE 
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am - 4:30pm 
 
The Clinic Nursing Assistant assists providers in daily activities such as preparing patients for examination, obtaining vital signs, phlebotomy*, assisting providers with entering, laboratory and radiology orders, scheduling diagnostic tests and making and receiving phone calls. 
<ul><li>Must be willing to complete training in phlebotomy</li></ul>
Responsibilities:<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Essential Job Functions</h1>
Joint (Floor and Phone)
1. Medical Home<ul><li>
Documents all lab, procedures, and appointments on tracking forms.</li><li>
Completes tracking forms and follows up on missed appointments and procedures.</li><li>
Assists Health Coaches by working patient lists and scheduling appointments as directed.</li></ul>
2. At the direction of the provider provides patient and family education to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness and recommends appropriate community resources as needed.<ul><li>
Educates/instructs patients according to providers direction 98% of the time.</li></ul>
3. Performs telephone triage to determine patient needs by recording and reporting patient condition to provider and advising patient based on provider instructions.<ul><li>
Receives and returns patient calls within 90 minutes based on medical priority 95% of the time.</li><li>
Accurately records and reports patient's condition according to department policy 98% of the time.</li></ul>
4. Maintains work areas to ensure healthy environmental conditions by cleaning and organizing equipment and rooms.<ul><li>
Maintains clean and organized work area according to department/provider protocol 99% of the time.</li></ul>
5. Handles prescription renewals/inquiries to facilitate patient care. Discusses questions with provider and relays information to pharmacy.<ul><li>
Handles prescription refills according to department/provider protocols 99% of the time.</li></ul>
6. Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the &ldquo;Age Specific Criteria&rdquo;.
Floor
1. Prepares exam rooms and equipment to facilitate treatment and examination of patients by setting up instruments/equipment and stocking supplies.<ul><li>
Prepares exam rooms and medical equipment according to provider protocol 95% of the time.</li></ul>
2. Prepares patient for provider exam by reviewing medical records, weighing patient, checking vital signs, performing medication reconciliation and obtaining information relevant to patient care.<ul><li>
Prepares patient for exam by following provider protocol and company policies 95% of the time.</li></ul>
3. Assists providers to facilitate patient treatment by retrieving tests and medical records and obtaining lab work as directed.<ul><li>
Obtains provider requested tests, records, and lab work 95% of the time.</li></ul>
4. Dispense medications at the direction of a provider to patients. Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse instruct patients and family members regarding education and treatment to ensure patients completely understand how to take the medication correctly.
5. Assists and/or performs phlebotomy with proper labeling and handling of specimens, accurately completes requisitions, and collects specimens according to standard procedures/protocols and performing and documenting quality control activities.<ul><li>
Performs above procedure according to clinic policy and procedures 95% of the time.</li></ul>
6. Ensures accuracy of order entry and completes appropriate documentation without error at least 98% of the time.
Phone
1. Answering Phone Calls<ul><li>
Answers calls according to protocol at least 98% of the time.</li></ul>
2. Returning Phone Messages<ul><li>
Returns phone messages according to protocol at least 98% of the time.</li></ul>
3. Providing Test Results<ul><li>
Provides test results according to protocol at least 98% of the time.</li></ul>
4. Pharmacy Refills<ul><li>
Accurately completes pharmacy request 100% of the time.</li></ul>
Schedule:
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
Job Description:<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Requirements</h1>
Education<ul><li>
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) preferred.</li><li>
Based on clinic need, Medication Aid Registry and completion of injection training required.</li></ul>
Experience<ul><li>
Nurse Aide Registry at time of hire OR current experience working in the capacity of a nursing assistant OR enrolled in a nursing program required.</li></ul> 
License/Certifications<ul><li>
American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.</li><li>
Nurse Aide Registry (NAR) preferred.</li></ul> 
 
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities<ul><li>
Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures required.</li><li>
Skill to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.</li><li>
Skill to proficiently type information into the computer to capture or detail information quickly.</li><li>
Ability to provide caring patient care services when talking with patients and their family members.</li><li>
Ability to critically listen to questions from patients and information from providers to convey information effectively.</li><li>
Ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve problems before they occur and avoid bigger problems in the future.</li><li>
Ability to problem solve during several daily activities which includes the ability to be flexible.</li><li>
Ability to learn and proficiently navigate through computer programs that contain patient information.</li><li>
Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with providers, staff and patients required.</li><li>
Able to follow written and verbal instructions/directions required.</li><li>
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) understanding.</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Physical Requirements</h1>
Weight Demands<ul><li>
Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.</li></ul> 
Physical Activity<ul><li>
Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):<ul><li>
Climbing</li><li>
Crawling</li><li>
Kneeling</li><li>
Sitting</li></ul></li><li>
Frequently Performed (34%-66%):<ul><li>
Balancing</li><li>
Carrying</li><li>
Crouching</li><li>
Distinguish colors</li><li>
Keyboarding/typing</li><li>
Lifting</li><li>
Pulling/Pushing</li><li>
Repetitive Motions</li><li>
Stooping/bending</li><li>
Twisting</li></ul></li><li>
Constantly Performed (67%-100%):<ul><li>
Grasping</li><li>
Hearing</li><li>
Reaching</li><li>
Seeing/Visual</li><li>
Speaking/talking</li><li>
Standing (Floor Only)</li><li>
Walking (Floor Only)</li><li>
Sitting (Phone Only)</li></ul></li></ul> 
Job Hazards<ul><li>
Not Related:<ul><li>
Electrical Shock/Static</li><li>
Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)</li></ul></li><li>
Rare (1%-33%):<ul><li>
Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, C at Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)</li></ul></li><li>
Occasionally (34%-66%):<ul><li>
Equipment/Machinery/Tools</li><li>
Explosives (pressurized gas)</li><li>
Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)</li></ul></li><li>
Frequent (67%-100%):<ul><li>
Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) Blood or Body Fluid (BBF)</li><li>
Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)</li><li>
Mechanical moving parts/vibrations</li></ul></li></ul>
About Methodist:
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. 
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.</div>

Nursing Assistant - Diabetes & Endocrine

<div>Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? 
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care &ndash; a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It&rsquo;s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient&rsquo;s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
Job Summary:
Location: Medical Office Building - MWH 
Address: 717 N 190th Plaza - Elkhorn, NE 
Work Schedule: This is a casual position. Casual employees work on an &lsquo;as needed&rsquo; basis to meet the needs of the business. Work days/hours will often vary from week to week Monday through Friday, hours between 7am-5pm. 
 
To provide phlebotomy training leadership to ensure proper and safe technique and patient comfort levels. Oversee laboratory specimen processing, date input inventory and equipment processing to ensure processes are streamlines, and adhere to compliance requirements.
Responsibilities:<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Essential Functions</h1>
Promote and train consistent phlebotomy skills by meeting with employees, writing improvement plans and follow-up with those employees.<ul><li>
Promote good phlebotomy skills.</li><li>
Write and follow-up with improvement plans.</li></ul>
Maintain section materials to ensure adequate supplies by taking inventory and placing orders as assigned.<ul><li>
Supplies are available by no special or stat orders of supplies.</li><li>
No overstocking of supplies by direct observation.</li></ul>
Perform maintenance and function checks of various equipment (i.e. centrifuges, freezers, refrigerators) and notify the team leader of variations to assure the equipment is operating within acceptable limits by following policies and procedures.<ul><li>
Day shift: temperature and function checks are recorded daily by review of records.</li><li>
Evening/night shifts: malfunction of equipment is reported to supervisor personnel.</li></ul>
Maintain a clean and orderly section to ensure a safe working environment by assisting in cleaning and organizing supplies and work areas.<ul><li>
Countertops are cleaned per policy review of records.</li><li>
Cleanliness as directly observed by supervisory personnel.</li></ul>
Process (i.e. centrifuge, aliquot, distribute, store) patient specimens appropriately and in a safe manner to ensure accurate and timely test results by following policies and procedures.<ul><li>
No recurring valid complaints or incident reports of incorrectly labeled aliquots.</li><li>
No recurring valid complaints from other sections or clients of delays in specimen delivered to testing areas.</li><li>
Operate the pneumatic tube system correctly by review of incident reports and direct observation.</li></ul>
Accurately enter patient information (i.e. demographics, test orders, test results) in the computer to ensure timely reports to caregivers by following policies and procedures.<ul><li>
Patient demographics accurately transcribed 95% of the time by supervisor review of registration sheets.</li><li>
No recurring valid client complaints of test not ordered or wrong test performed.</li><li>
Results are entered accurately by review of all results by technologists the following day.</li></ul>
Promote and maintain communication within the laboratory and clinic, as well as with hospital personnel, couriers and clients to facilitate excellent laboratory services by using the phone, taking messages and forwarding information to the appropriate personnel.<ul><li>
No recurring valid complaints from laboratory personnel, hospital personnel or clients.</li><li>
Appropriate communication skills as directly observed by supervisory personnel.</li></ul>
Prioritize and organize work to facilitate the timely and accurate completion of multiple tasks simultaneously by assessing the urgency of the tasks and the time required to complete them.<ul><li>
Complete work in a timely manner as directly observed by supervisory personnel.</li><li>
No recurring valid complaints from laboratory personnel or clients.</li></ul>
Participate as a team member to facilitate the efficiency and effectiveness of the section by utilizing interpersonal skills in communication, cooperation and assisting coworkers in all areas.<ul><li>
An effective team member as directly observed by supervisory personnel.</li><li>
No recurring valid complaints from coworkers, laboratory personnel or clients.</li></ul>
Schedule:
Location: Medical Office Building - MWH 
Address: 717 N 190th Plaza - Elkhorn, NE 
Work Schedule: This is a casual position. Casual employees work on an &lsquo;as needed&rsquo; basis to meet the needs of the business. Work days/hours will often vary from week to week Monday through Friday, hours between 7am-5pm.
Job Description:<h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Requirements</h1>
Education<ul><li>
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) required.</li></ul> 
Experience<ul><li>
Minimum of 2 years phlebotomy experience required.</li><li>
Experience with patient venipuncture of all ages preferred.</li><li>
Experience with laboratory specimen processing and/or laboratory supply/equipment maintenance preferred.</li></ul> 
License/Certifications<ul><li>
Certification as a Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent professional organization required within 6 months of hire.</li></ul> 
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities<ul><li>
Knowledge of phlebotomy practices and venipuncture specimen and safety procedures.</li><li>
Knowledge of laboratory processes, inventory, and equipment.</li><li>
Skill in phlebotomy procedures for all ages, and for all degrees of difficulty.</li><li>
Ability to coordinate laboratory training functions for clinical personnel.</li><li>
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.</li><li>
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing including one to one training activities.</li><li>
Participates in mandatory in services.</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
Physical Requirements</h1>
Weight Demands<ul><li>
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force.</li></ul> 
Physical Activity<ul><li>
Not neccessary for the position (0%):<ul><li>
Climbing</li><li>
Crawling</li><li>
Kneeling</li></ul></li><li>
Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):<ul><li>
Balancing</li><li>
Carrying</li><li>
Crouching</li><li>
Lifting</li><li>
Pulling/Pushing</li><li>
Sitting</li></ul></li><li>
Frequently Performed (34%-66%):<ul><li>
Distinguish colors</li><li>
Grasping</li><li>
Keyboarding/typing</li><li>
Reaching</li><li>
Repetitive Motions</li><li>
Speaking/talking</li><li>
Twisting</li></ul></li><li>
Constantly Performed (67%-100%):<ul><li>
Hearing</li><li>
Seeing/Visual</li><li>
Standing</li><li>
Stooping/bending</li><li>
Walking</li></ul></li></ul> 
Job Hazards<ul><li>
Not Related:<ul><li>
Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)</li><li>
Equipment/Machinery/Tools</li><li>
Explosives (pressurized gas)</li><li>
Electrical Shock/Static</li><li>
Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc.)</li><li>
Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)</li><li>
Mechanical moving parts/vibrations</li></ul></li><li>
Rare (1-33%):<ul><li>
Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)</li><li>
Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)</li></ul></li></ul>
About Methodist:
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. 
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.</div>

Phlebotomy Training Coordinator - Casual

<div>Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? 
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care &ndash; a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It&rsquo;s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient&rsquo;s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
Job Summary:
Location: Methodist Physicians Clinic - Indian Hills 
Address: 8901 W Dodge Road - Omaha, NE 
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, hours between 8am - 5pm 
 
The Medical Assistant assists physicians in daily activities such as preparing patients for examination, phlebotomy, injections, assisting providers with entering medication, laboratory and radiology orders, scheduling diagnostic tests and making and receiving phone calls.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions
<div>Joint (Floor and Phone)</div>

Medical Home
<ul><li>
Documents all lab, procedures, and appointments on tracking forms.</li><li>
Completes tracking forms and follows up on missed appointments and procedures.</li><li>
Assists Health Coaches by working patient lists and scheduling appointments as directed.</li></ul>

At the direction of the provider provides patient and family education to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness and recommends appropriate community resources as needed.
<ul><li>
Educates/instructs patients according to providers direction 98% of the time.</li></ul>

Performs telephone triage to determine patient needs by recording and reporting patient condition to provider and advising patient based on provider instructions.
<ul><li>
Receives and returns patient calls within 90 minutes based on medical priority 95% of the time.</li><li>
Accurately records and reports patient's condition according to department policy 98% of the time.</li></ul>

Maintains work areas to ensure healthy environmental conditions by cleaning and organizing equipment and rooms.
<ul><li>
Maintains clean and organized work area according to department/provider protocol 99% of the time.</li></ul>

Handles prescription renewals/inquiries to facilitate patient care. Discusses questions with provider and relays information to pharmacy.
<ul><li>
Handles prescription refills according to department/provider protocols 99% of the time.</li></ul>

Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the &ldquo;Age Specific Criteria&rdquo;.
<ul><li>
Completes Age Specific Quiz annually.</li></ul>

Floor

Prepares exam rooms and equipment to facilitate treatment and examination of patients by setting up instruments/equipment and stocking supplies.
<ul><li>
Prepares exam rooms and medical equipment according to provider protocol 95% of the time.</li></ul>

Prepares patient for provider exam by reviewing medical records, weighing patient, checking vital signs, performing medication reconciliation and obtaining information relevant to patient care.
<ul><li>
Prepares patient for exam by following provider protocol and company policies 95% of the time.</li></ul>

Assists providers to facilitate patient treatment by retrieving tests and medical records and obtaining lab work as directed.
<ul><li>
Obtains provider requested tests, records, and lab work 95% of the time.</li></ul>

Dispense medications at the direction of a provider to patients. Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse instruct patients and family members regarding education and treatment to ensure patients completely understand how to take the medication correctly.

Assists and/or performs phlebotomy with proper labeling and handling of specimens, accurately completes requisitions, and collects specimens according to standard procedures/protocols and performing and documenting quality control activities.
<ul><li>
Performs above procedure according to clinic policy and procedures 95% of the time.</li></ul>

Ensures accuracy of order entry and completes appropriate documentation without error at least 98% of the time.

Assists providers to facilitate patient treatment by ordering and scheduling tests as directed.
<ul><li>
Orders and schedules tests 95% of the time.</li></ul>

Phone

Answering Phone Calls
<ul><li>
Answers calls according to protocol at least 98% of the time.</li></ul>

Returning Phone Messages
<ul><li>
Returns phone messages according to protocol at least 98% of the time.</li></ul>

Providing Test Results
<ul><li>
Provides test results according to protocol at least 98% of the time.</li></ul>

Pharmacy Refills
<ul><li>
Accurately completes pharmacy request 100% of the time.</li></ul>

Schedule:
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, hours between 8am - 5pm
Job Description:
Job Requirements
Education<ul><li>
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.</li><li>
Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited program is required.</li></ul> 
Experience<ul><li>
6 months previous medical assistant experience preferred.</li></ul> 
License/Certifications<ul><li>
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.</li><li>
Medication Aide Registry (MAR) required.</li></ul> 
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities<ul><li>
Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures required.</li><li>
Knowledge of medicine including recognizing and diagnosed diseases, deformities, and other illnesses.</li><li>
Skill to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.</li><li>
Skill to proficiently type information into the computer to capture or detail information quickly.</li><li>
Ability to provide caring patient care services when talking with patients and their family members.</li><li>
Ability to critically listen to questions from patients and information from providers to convey information effectively.</li><li>
Ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve problems before they occur and avoid bigger problems in the future.</li><li>
Ability to problem solve during several daily activities which includes the ability to be flexible.</li><li>
Ability to learn and proficiently navigate through computer programs that contain patient information.</li><li>
Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with providers, staff and patients required.</li><li>
Able to follow written and verbal instructions/directions required.</li><li>
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) understanding.</li></ul>
Physical Requirements
Weight Demands<ul><li>
Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.</li></ul> 
Physical Activity<ul><li>
Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):<ul><li>
Climbing</li><li>
Crawling</li><li>
Kneeling</li><li>
Sitting</li></ul></li><li>
Frequently Performed (34%-66%):<ul><li>
Balancing</li><li>
Carrying</li><li>
Crouching</li><li>
Distinguish colors</li><li>
Keyboarding/typing</li><li>
Lifting</li><li>
Pulling/Pushing</li><li>
Repetitive Motions</li><li>
Stooping/bending</li><li>
Twisting</li></ul></li><li>
Constantly Performed (67%-100%):<ul><li>
Fingering/Touching</li><li>
Grasping</li><li>
Hearing</li><li>
Reaching</li><li>
Seeing/Visual</li><li>
Speaking/talking</li><li>
Standing (Floor Only)</li><li>
Walking (Floor Only)</li><li>
Sitting (Phone Only)</li></ul></li></ul> 
Job Hazards<ul><li>
Not Related:<ul><li>
Electrical Shock/Static</li><li>
Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)</li></ul></li><li>
Rare (1%-33%):<ul><li>
Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, C at Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)</li></ul></li><li>
Occasionally (34%-66%):<ul><li>
Equipment/Machinery/Tools</li><li>
Explosives (pressurized gas)</li><li>
Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)</li></ul></li><li>
Frequent (67%-100%):<ul><li>
Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) Blood or Body Fluid (BBF)</li><li>
Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)</li><li>
Mechanical moving parts/vibrations</li></ul></li></ul>
About Methodist:
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. 
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.</div>

Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

<div>Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? 
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care &ndash; a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It&rsquo;s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient&rsquo;s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
Job Summary:
Location: West Dodge Medical Plaza/ Nebraska Methodist Hospital 
Address: 515 N 162nd Ave - Omaha, NE 68118 
 
Work schedule: M-F Days. No holidays or weekends 40 hours per week. 
 
Provides quality of care and safety to our patients and employees.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions
Perform primary health care for patients by utilizing the processes of assessment and diagnosis of health status.<ul><li>
Obtain patient's medical and history information, data collection is prioritized according to immediate condition or needs.</li><li>
Perform physical exam and determine patient's mental status.</li><li>
Develop and implement treatment, follow-up and evaluation plans for patient outcomes.</li><li>
Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines as appropriate and provides regular and consistent feedback.</li><li>
Use appropriate assessment techniques &amp; diagnostic information. Performs tests relevant to patient condition and record findings.</li><li>
Order appropriate ancillary tests.</li><li>
Derive diagnosis from the assessment data and diagnostic information as data becomes available.</li><li>
Use new or additional data to form a treatment plan.</li><li>
Perform telephone triage to determine patient condition and provides appropriate consultation scheduling appointments when needed.</li><li>
Incorporate research into clinical practice as appropriate.</li></ul>
Implement interventions consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner.<ul><li>
Apply established therapeutic practices to patient's problem.</li><li>
Administer medications and immunizations using the appropriate method and with physician oversight if applicable.</li><li>
Prescribe medications according to Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the DEA.</li><li>
Generate referrals to appropriate services as needed to further diagnose and/or progress of care.</li></ul>
Evaluate patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome.<ul><li>
Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions.</li><li>
Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental).</li><li>
Return patient telephone calls.</li><li>
Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions.</li><li>
Seek out new treatment methods necessary to ensure patient progress.</li></ul>
Provide patient and family teaching and education specific to the patient's health care.<ul><li>
Proper use of medication and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness.</li><li>
Interview and advise specific to patient needs.</li><li>
Demonstrate sensitivity to family regarding need for patient information on a timely basis.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with physicians and other team members to provide appropriate patient education geared to the patient's needs and family's ability to provide care.</li><li>
Use adult learning principles for teaching purposes being careful to check for understanding and being available for follow-up questions.</li><li>
Recommend references and resources such as printed materials, online, community and other information sources to fulfill the family's need for education.</li></ul>
Maintain a professional behavior in attitudes, demeanor, and interactions to achieve organization's mission.<ul><li>
Communicate effectively with physicians, staff and patients.</li><li>
Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, patients and their family.</li><li>
Maintain a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment.</li><li>
Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital/clinic employees (i.e., falls, needle sticks, patient concerns).</li><li>
Communicate to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues.</li><li>
Serve as a role model in the provision of emerging care.</li><li>
Serve as a reliable/knowledgeable resource for staff.</li><li>
Participate in meetings, research on special projects and professional organizations.</li></ul>
Comply with the bylaws, rules and regulations of the organization as they pertain to Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants.<ul><li>
Know and follow organization policy &amp; procedures.</li><li>
Follow Medical Protocols for professional discipline.</li><li>
Maintain certification/licensure.</li><li>
Follow guidelines of regulatory bodies (FDA etc.).</li></ul>
Maintain complete patient records.<ul><li>
Document data appropriately.</li><li>
Document treatment plan of care that is individualized, appropriate and reflects patient's needs.</li><li>
Document interventions.</li><li>
Document consultations with other practitioners/physicians.</li></ul>
Participate in performance improvement and outcome management.<ul><li>
Meet regularly with medical director for chart reviews.</li><li>
Identify concerns in patient care &amp; follows up according to hospital policy.</li><li>
Participate in patient satisfaction and other quality improvement initiatives.</li><li>
Participate in tracking of variances in care.</li></ul>
Provide appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the &quot;Age Specific Criteria&quot;.<ul><li>
Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to customer/patient needs.</li><li>
Right Task</li><li>
Right Person</li><li>
Right Communication (clear, concise, correct, complete)</li><li>
Right Feedback</li></ul>
Schedule: 
Work schedule: M-F Days. No holidays or weekends 40 hours per week.
Job Description:
Job Requirements
Education<ul><li>
Graduate of Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.</li><li>
Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirements.</li></ul> 
Experience<ul><li>
Minimum of three years previous experience in a related clinical area preferred.</li></ul> 
License/Certifications<ul><li>
Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multi-state license , or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required.</li><li>
Current Nurse Practitioner (APRN.NP.NE or ARNP.IA) licensure for work state required.</li><li>
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.</li><li>
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.</li></ul> 
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities<ul><li>
Strong leadership, problem-solving and medical judgement skills required.</li><li>
Ability to perform numerous tasks at once.</li></ul>
Physical Requirements
Weight Demands<ul><li>
Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.</li></ul> 
Physical Activity<ul><li>
Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):<ul><li>
Climbing</li><li>
Crawling</li><li>
Kneeling</li><li>
Sitting</li></ul></li><li>
Frequently Performed (34%-66%):<ul><li>
Balancing</li><li>
Carrying</li><li>
Crouching</li><li>
Distinguish colors</li><li>
Keyboarding/typing</li><li>
Lifting</li><li>
Pulling/Pushing</li><li>
Repetitive Motions</li><li>
Stooping/bending</li><li>
Twisting</li></ul></li><li>
Constantly Performed (67%-100%):<ul><li>
Grasping</li><li>
Hearing</li><li>
Reaching</li><li>
Seeing/Visual</li><li>
Speaking/talking</li><li>
Walking</li></ul></li></ul> 
Job Hazards<ul><li>
Not Related:<ul><li>
Electrical Shock/Static</li><li>
Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)</li></ul></li><li>
Rare (1-33%): - Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)</li><li>
Occasionally (34%-66%):<ul><li>
Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)</li><li>
Equipment/Machinery/Tools</li><li>
Explosives (pressurized gas)</li></ul></li><li>
Frequent (67%-100%):<ul><li>
Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)</li><li>
Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)</li><li>
Mechanical moving parts/vibrations</li></ul></li></ul>
About Methodist:
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. 
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.</div>

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