Vein Center Assistant
US-AZ-PRESCOTT VALLEY
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 470842
Type: Day
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Overview: Are you ready to join a healthcare family where your values align with ours? At Dignity Health - Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now a proud part of CommonSpirit Health, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider, our core mission guides every decision and every interaction. Here, you'll discover more than just a job; you'll find rewarding career opportunities across a comprehensive network of inpatient and outpatient services. From a vibrant community hospital, YRMC has grown into a leading regional healthcare system. Today, that means you could be making an impact at: * Two state-of-the-art acute care hospitals * A robust network of primary and specialty care clinics * Modern outpatient health and wellness services * Acclaimed cardiac diagnostic centers * Advanced outpatient medical imaging facilities Elevate your career without sacrificing your quality of life. As you grow with YRMC, you'll find the Prescott area isn't just a place to work - it's an inspiring community designed for living, thriving, and embracing the outdoors. Imagine a charming blend of bygone appeal and modern amenities, coupled with four distinct seasons and nearly year-round sunshine perfect for every adventure. Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle that empowers you to prioritize both your professional growth and family time. YRMC extends this inviting spirit within our walls, fostering a strong sense of family, and belonging among our team members. Come experience the exceptional quality of life that YRMC and Prescott offer. Work at the heart of #hellohumankindness and discover where your career and well-being truly connect. * Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity! Responsibilities: As our Vein Center Assistant, you will help the Vein Center providers and clinical staff support the operations of the Vein Center so they can perform patient registration and provide comprehensive patient care under direction. Every day, you will optimize workflow by escorting patients to exam rooms, conducting patient history interviews, and taking vital signs. You will be expected to prepare and organize exam rooms, maintain inventory, sterilize instruments, assist with pre and post-exams/bedside procedures, perform EKGs and ABIs as ordered, and accurately enter patient information into the EMR system. To be successful in this role, you must efficiently manage patient workflow from escort to exit, adeptly prepare examination spaces, accurately gather patient history and vital signs, and competently assist with a wide range of clinical procedures, while maintaining meticulous record-keeping and ensuring timely, patient-centered care. * Optimizes work flow including escorting patients to exam room, carrying out patient history interviews, taking and recording vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, providing patient information/instructions, exiting patients, etc. * Prepares and organizes and maintains exam rooms and work space including restocking supplies in patient rooms, nurses' stations and medication closet and maintains inventory, sterilizing instruments, etc. * Checks patients' medical records for pertinent data; reviews and maintains current patient information/demographic data. * Assists with pre and post exams, bedside procedures, tests and other procedures as directed. * Assists with the application, changing and removal of wound dressings. * Conveys clinical instructions and provides education to patients under the direction of the practitioner or RN. Qualifications: Required * High school graduate or GED * Required one (1) of the following: One (1) year of patient care experience with the completion of an approved or accredited medical assistant training program that satisfies CAAHEP, ABHES or Dept of Education guidelines or meets the exception criteria outlined by the state of Arizona or Two (2) years of patient care experience supporting clinical staff and providers in a clinic or hospital setting * Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certificate * Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology or successful completion of a medical terminology course (in YRMC LMS system) within six months of hire * Ability to take the patient's vital statistics * Ability to assist with medical examinations and procedures * Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, providing excellent customer service * Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities/tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment * Basic computer literacy and proficiency Preferred * One (1) year of receptionist or admitting experience in a healthcare setting * Experience performing EKGs * Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience preferred; Cerner strongly preferred
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