Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse- Full Time Position Available In Cullman, Alabama

Job Description:

Summary

ABOUT WILLIAMSON HEALTH

– Williamson Health is a regionalhealthcare system based in Williamson County, Tennessee, with morethan 2,300 employees across more than 30 locations and more than860 physicians and advanced care practitioners offering exceptionalhealthcare across 60-plus specialties and subspecialties close tohome. The flagship facility, Williamson Medical Center, whichrecently opened its new Boyer-Bryan West Tower, offers extensivewomen’s services, state-of-the-art cardiology services, advancedsurgical technologies, an award-winning obstetrics and NICU,leading-edge orthopaedics, outpatient imaging services, anddistinct comprehensive emergency and inpatient services for bothadult and pediatric patients. Other Williamson Health serviceproviders include the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, TheTurner-Dugas Breast Health Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’sHospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center, Williamson Healthphysician practices that are strategically located throughout thecommunity, countywide Emergency Medical Services that include 18rapid response units, Williamson Health Foundation, and multiplejoint venture Vanderbilt Health and Williamson Medical CenterWalk-In Clinics in Williamson County. Learn more about our manyspecialized . Williamson Health is a system where your talents will be valued andyour skillset expanded. We are rooted in our promise toworld-class, compassionate care for the residents of WilliamsonCounty and surrounding communities, taking exceptional pride inserving our community. We’re committed to empowering our employeesto work in innovative ways and reserve time and space forcuriosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support thediversity and cultural differences among one another and arecommitted to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciatesthe uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart ofeverything we do: respect for every individual, the health andtotal well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity.

These shape who we are as an organization and are essential fordelivering the highest level of culturally competent care andtreatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician andemployee. Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefitsprogram, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can takecharge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. o Medical, Dental, Vision o PTO o Retirement Matching o Tuition reimbursement o Discount programs o FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts) o Identity Theft Protection o Legal Aid Williamson Health is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-freeworkplace.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides clinical nursing support to WilliamsonHealth Medical Group by communicating clinical information topatients and businesses, scheduling tests and consultations,obtaining clinical specimens, assessing patients, performingclinical office procedures and maintaining adequate clinicalsupplies.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education /

Training:

Medical Assistant certificate and/or higher degree.

Workplace Experience:

One year of experience in medical office environment.

Equipment and Skills Training:

Must be competent in the use Glucometer, BP cuff, thermometer,computer, stethoscope, audioscope, business phone and various oraland injectable medications.

Physical Environment:

Office environment.

Physical Effort:

Must be able to sit, stand, communicate, in English, both orallyand in writing and lift over 20 pounds.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Accurately records patient’s medical history and vital signs. Gives patients immunizations and injections as appropriate. Counsel’s patients on health related issues. Orders and maintains clinical supplies and pharmaceuticals Coordinates referrals to other medical services Secures consultations and specialists. Triages phone calls and addresses patient portal messages Obtains prior authorization for medications and diagnostictesting Assists physician with med/surg procedures Observes universal precautions Maintains quality assurance for office lab Observes proper lifting techniques to prevent injury Coordinates with pharmacies to insure patients have adequatesupplies of medicine