Flagler Family Medicine
Saint Augustine, FL
Licensed Practical Nurse
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: (This list may not include all of the duties that may be assigned.)
* Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
* Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
* Measure and record patients’ vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration.
* Check to make sure that patient history is complete i.e. (immunization records, allergy to medications, birth weights etc…).
* Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
* Obtain brief summary of patient complaint. Document any immunizations needed. Read previous visits to obtain follow-up plan as needed.
* Assist doctors in any necessary procedures such as giving injections or removing sutures.
* Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
* Perform sensory screening as needed.
* Fill out any necessary paperwork for patient‚s i.e. (school forms, medication forms).
* Call hospitals to obtain any necessary results i.e. (lab and x-ray results).
* Complete any necessary referrals and referral cover sheets for doctor approval. Call insurance companies to obtain necessary authorization for certain procedures.
* Set up any home therapies for patient use.
* Communicate to patients on the phone regarding lab and radiology results, treatment procedures, medications, diets and physicians’ instructions to patients
* Keeping a clean, safe and organized work environment for patients and staff.
* Attending any necessary meetings to be up to date on changes in protocol and procedures.
* Working as a team with nursing and front office staff for optimal patient care.
* Assisting the doctor in emergency situations.
* Keeping expiration dates current on all sample medications and formulas.
* Keeping medications and supplies on the crash cart current.
* Administering immunizations and medicine injections.
* Follow any OSHA and Safety requirements for rooms and documentation.
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
Completed license needed:
- Upon starting work
Employer type:
- Clinic
Patient Type:
- Pediatric
- Adults
- Geriatric
- Family
- Women’s Health
This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 – $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Family Medicine: 1 year (Preferred)
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Healthcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- LPN (Required)
