Medical Assistant OR Physician Office Nurse/LPN - Internal Med
Waynesboro, PA Waynesboro, PA Full-time Full-time Summary Location:
601 East Main Street Waynesboro, PA 17268 Schedule:
Days/Evening - Mon - Fri (Open to Applicants interested in Full Time or Part Time) Job Description Our medical group of almost 5,000 employees is strong and growing fast! We have medical practices that represent 51 specialty areas of medicine across 77 locations throughout Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland.
Wherever your patient care interests fall - whether it's caring for babies, to end of life care, or anywhere in between to include urgent care - join our amazing team and learn for yourself why WellSpan was just recognized in the Forbes' list of the 100 best employers in Pennsylvania, with a ranking of No.
24! Working together, our goal is to improve lives through exceptional care for all, lifelong wellness and healthy communities.
Our culture is one of respect, diversity and inclusion.
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org/Benefits General Summary Under the general supervision of the Clinical Nursing Coordinator and/or the Practice Manager, provides safe, therapeutic and efficient care and services to patients.
Functions as a member of the health care team at an intermediate nursing level to assist in the planning and implementation of patient care based upon sound nursing judgment, clinical preparation, knowledge, skills and experience.
Nursing care is provided in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
In addition, serves as a nursing resource for clinical staff and may serve as the key clinical contact in the absence of the Clinical Coordinator or Clinical Team Lead by providing support for clinical staff scheduling and competency oversight of clinicians.
Duties and Responsibilities 1 Performs specialized procedures, examinations and/or tests as ordered.
2 In collaboration with Physician/APC, reinforces health education, counseling, and advice to patients and families on topics such as healthy life style changes.
Effectively assesses patient educational needs, prioritizes patient's learning needs, identifies barriers to learning, and uses various educational tools to encourage the non-adherent patient.
3 Tracks, reviews, and monitors the follow-up of diagnostic test results to ensure the physician/APC have verified results and patient has been notified.
Provides related education, counseling, ongoing review, and monitoring regarding diagnostic tests (i.
e.
, INR results in Anticoagulation Clinic) under the collaboration of the Physician/APC.
Assists in the management of patient care between visits.
4 Assesses patient's/caller's health status based upon presenting symptoms and follows defined protocols.
Determines the urgency for care and directs patient/caller to the most appropriate level of care.
Should access not be readily available at the practice, will direct patient/caller to an acceptable alternative venue of care.
Seeks Physician/APC advice appropriately.
Required Education & Experience Licensed Practical Nurse Degree or License; GPN's will be considered Medical Assistants will also be considered with an MA Degree or an MA Certification BCLS certification Required Skills Strong computer skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills #bonus.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
601 East Main Street Waynesboro, PA 17268 Schedule:
Days/Evening - Mon - Fri (Open to Applicants interested in Full Time or Part Time) Job Description Our medical group of almost 5,000 employees is strong and growing fast! We have medical practices that represent 51 specialty areas of medicine across 77 locations throughout Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland.
Wherever your patient care interests fall - whether it's caring for babies, to end of life care, or anywhere in between to include urgent care - join our amazing team and learn for yourself why WellSpan was just recognized in the Forbes' list of the 100 best employers in Pennsylvania, with a ranking of No.
24! Working together, our goal is to improve lives through exceptional care for all, lifelong wellness and healthy communities.
Our culture is one of respect, diversity and inclusion.
Benefits Information http:
//www.
joinwellspan.
org/Benefits General Summary Under the general supervision of the Clinical Nursing Coordinator and/or the Practice Manager, provides safe, therapeutic and efficient care and services to patients.
Functions as a member of the health care team at an intermediate nursing level to assist in the planning and implementation of patient care based upon sound nursing judgment, clinical preparation, knowledge, skills and experience.
Nursing care is provided in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
In addition, serves as a nursing resource for clinical staff and may serve as the key clinical contact in the absence of the Clinical Coordinator or Clinical Team Lead by providing support for clinical staff scheduling and competency oversight of clinicians.
Duties and Responsibilities 1 Performs specialized procedures, examinations and/or tests as ordered.
2 In collaboration with Physician/APC, reinforces health education, counseling, and advice to patients and families on topics such as healthy life style changes.
Effectively assesses patient educational needs, prioritizes patient's learning needs, identifies barriers to learning, and uses various educational tools to encourage the non-adherent patient.
3 Tracks, reviews, and monitors the follow-up of diagnostic test results to ensure the physician/APC have verified results and patient has been notified.
Provides related education, counseling, ongoing review, and monitoring regarding diagnostic tests (i.
e.
, INR results in Anticoagulation Clinic) under the collaboration of the Physician/APC.
Assists in the management of patient care between visits.
4 Assesses patient's/caller's health status based upon presenting symptoms and follows defined protocols.
Determines the urgency for care and directs patient/caller to the most appropriate level of care.
Should access not be readily available at the practice, will direct patient/caller to an acceptable alternative venue of care.
Seeks Physician/APC advice appropriately.
Required Education & Experience Licensed Practical Nurse Degree or License; GPN's will be considered Medical Assistants will also be considered with an MA Degree or an MA Certification BCLS certification Required Skills Strong computer skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills #bonus.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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