Company:
Carson Tahoe
Location: Carson City
Closing Date: 06/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Description
Carson City, NV | Full Time US:NV:Carson City PC RHEUMATOLOGY
About Carson Tahoe Health
CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.
Summary
Responsible for assisting providers with patient care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinic services.
Responsibilities
• Performs patient care procedures under supervision of, and in assisting of Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner (i.e. dressing changes, minor procedures, and EKG's).• Escort patient to exam room, obtain medical history, review/update medication list, measure vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, temperature, and document all information in patient's EMR.• Prepare and administer medications (topical, oral, injections) as directed by Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner.• Authorize prescription refills (per Physician, Physician Assistant, and Nurse Practitioer) and provide prescription information to pharmacies. • Performs routine lab tests (urinalysis, rapid strep, A1C, etc) and logs accordingly in patient's EMR.• Provides patient education with regards to medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets as directed by provider.• Ensure all related reports, labs, and information is available in patient's medical records prior to their appointment.• Maintain supplies, equipment, stocks and sterilizes instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.• Triage and process messages, provide feedback, and answers to patient, providers, staff, and pharmacies.• Maintian logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, expired medications, emergency medications).• Performs front office/receptionist duties as needed.• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Requiredo High school diploma or equivalent.o Minimum of one year of experience in a medical office setting or Medical Assistant training program graduate.o American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for healthcare providers Certification. • Preferredo College curriculum. o One year Medical Assistant experience in corresponding setting.
Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada
Carson City, NV | Full Time US:NV:Carson City PC RHEUMATOLOGY
About Carson Tahoe Health
CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.
Summary
Responsible for assisting providers with patient care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinic services.
Responsibilities
• Performs patient care procedures under supervision of, and in assisting of Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner (i.e. dressing changes, minor procedures, and EKG's).• Escort patient to exam room, obtain medical history, review/update medication list, measure vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, temperature, and document all information in patient's EMR.• Prepare and administer medications (topical, oral, injections) as directed by Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner.• Authorize prescription refills (per Physician, Physician Assistant, and Nurse Practitioer) and provide prescription information to pharmacies. • Performs routine lab tests (urinalysis, rapid strep, A1C, etc) and logs accordingly in patient's EMR.• Provides patient education with regards to medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets as directed by provider.• Ensure all related reports, labs, and information is available in patient's medical records prior to their appointment.• Maintain supplies, equipment, stocks and sterilizes instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.• Triage and process messages, provide feedback, and answers to patient, providers, staff, and pharmacies.• Maintian logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, expired medications, emergency medications).• Performs front office/receptionist duties as needed.• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Requiredo High school diploma or equivalent.o Minimum of one year of experience in a medical office setting or Medical Assistant training program graduate.o American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for healthcare providers Certification. • Preferredo College curriculum. o One year Medical Assistant experience in corresponding setting.
Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada
- Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
- Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
- Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
- We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
- Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system
- No State Income Tax
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
- Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
- 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonuses
- On Site Education & Certification Programs
- Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
- Free Calm App Subscription
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