Clinical Coordinator

Clinical Coordinator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists in the efficient flow of patients from the waiting room through their provider visit

• Effectively captures data needed to facilitate the provider's ability to efficiently evaluate patients including but not limited to vital signs and current medications

• Handles patient call backs and prescriptions refills within the scope of the certification for this position

• Administers medication and injections as directed by the provider

• Prepares in advance for the provider's clinic to run smoothly by checking the schedule and the patient record to make sure all documents are available for provider viewing

• Administers IV therapy as directed by the provider if within the scope of training

• Able to perform phlebotomy

• Performs EKG's, PFT's, spirometry, nebulizer treatments and ear irrigations, and other procedures appropriate to level of training and within the scope of the certification of this position

• Performs in-office lab testing such as glucose testing, strep screens, pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and HgbA1c as directed by the provider

• Perform sterilization on instruments used for minor procedures/surgeries

• Stocks rooms and helps monitor supplies as needed

• Effectively interacts with referral sources and other healthcare providers in a customer-focused manner.

• Monitors clinical staff performance and conducts annual competency evaluations in conjunction with the Practice Manager

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and Licensures/Certifications/Registrations Required:

Applicant must have graduated from one or more of the following programs and have current certificate or license in that area:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program with current CMA certification from AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AAMP, NAHP

• Surgical Practice experience or direct experience working with Surgeons preferred

• Basic Life Support and other advanced training as appropriate.

• 5 years' experience in direct patient interaction in a physician's office setting

• Supervisory experience preferred

• Computer skills preferred