LPN-Arlington, Virginia

Company: Allergy Partners
Location: Arlington
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

LOCATION: Arlington, VAJob Responsibilities/Requirements:Coordinates patient care with physician, assists physician with assessment, gives medication pursuant to physician order and assists with administrative duties that further patient care.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school degree required
• Current LPN License requiredQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • At least one year of experience in clinical assisting
  • Comfortable using email and interacting with Internet applications
  • Knowledge of practice management and word processing software
  • Good communication skills
  • Neat, professional appearanceResponsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:Clinical Support
    • Greets patient and escorts them from the waiting room to exam rooms; prepares patients for exam or treatment; takes vital signs.
    • Provides assistance to physician when requested.
    • Performs Spirometry and other breathing tests as ordered.
    • Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
    • Performs patient education when appropriate.
    • Completes appropriate documentation in patient's medical record.
    • Calls in prescriptions as ordered by physician or nurse practitioner.
    • Performs allergy prick testing and/or intradermal testing as ordered by physician.
    • Administers allergy injections to shot patients as set forth on physician approved schedule.
    • Monitors patient's medical status for possible adverse reaction following receipt of allergy injection.
    • Maintains emergency equipment, including oxygen, code kit, suction, etc.
    • Answers patient-related telephone calls and respond according to clinical protocol.
    • Follows up to obtain referrals and insurance authorization as requested and needed.
    • Maintains clinical supply stock and medication samples.Other
      • Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice.
      • Maintains detailed knowledge of practice management and other computer software as it relates to job functions.
      • Attends CPR, OSHA, HIPAA, and OIG training programs as required.
      • Attends all regular meetings.
      • Performs all other tasks and projects assigned by the Manager.Email to apply: vrpillot@allergypartners.comCONTACT DETAILSCONTACT : Practice Manager: Victoria PillotEMAIL : vrpillot@allergypartners.comFAX : 703-312-6716PHONE : 703-312-6712STATE : VirginiaCITY : ArlingtonJOB ID : 4005

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