HealthWorks for Northern Virginia is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving the medically underserved and uninsured populations of Northern Virginia. We provide quality medical, dental, and behavioral health care to all ages who might not otherwise be able to afford it. For more information about who we are and what we do, please visit www.hwnova.org. Work Life Balance ?

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! Competitive Salary and Benefits package includes a 401K Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life, STD, LTD; Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays. HealthWorks is a mandatory flu vaccine organization. Pay - $22/h Roles & Responsibilities Patient Care Assists medical staff as necessary in providing skilled and safe nursing care to assigned patients. Obtains vital signs and brief history from patients in an accurate and consistent manner. Responds in an appropriate manner to any abnormal vitals. Performs patient care techniques as assigned in an effective manner under the direct supervision of an LPN, RN or Provider and in accordance with the provider treatment plan. Orients/refers patients to Center program services as appropriate; effectively answers any questions from patients within his/her authority regarding Center services. Maintains patient flow through the facility Ensures the cleanliness and safety of patient care areas by appropriately maintaining examination rooms according to Center policies and procedures. Educates patients and family members on the patient?s diagnoses within scope of knowledge and authority. Utilizes available time in a productive manner by proactively assisting coworkers and providers. Provides interpretation/translation services to our patients and their families as needed and requested. Treats all patients with dignity and respect at all times; communicates with patients in a professional and courteous manner to promote superior customer service. Clinical Skills Carries out skills appropriate to patient population served within scope of practice. Demonstrates ability to use equipment according to nursing and equipment procedures and consistent with department protocol. Assists providers with treatments as appropriate. Follows established standards of care when performing or assisting with procedures. Demonstrates the ability to care for patients as assigned. Interprets vital signs, and responds appropriately, reporting abnormalities to the provider. Exhibits clinical competence by correctly performing required skills to include injections, phlebotomy, blood and urine samples, and other skills associated with being a certified MA. Administrative Duties Performs various duties to ensure quality patient care, excellent patient flow, and efficiency of operations within the nursing department. Participates in Center projects, initiatives, and/or committees as requested. Monitors medical supplies to ensure that the department has the appropriate materials to provide efficient and effective service. Completes appropriate paperwork in a timely and legible manner. Completes thorough pre-visit review of charts as assigned to ensure that he/she has the knowledge and resources to effectively treat the patient. Keeps professional certifications active, current status and renews timely. Performs chart audits as directed by the Manager and in an accurate fashion. Coordinates any test scheduling and appointments between patients and other departments and/or medical care providers accordingly. Ensures that appropriate consent forms are signed, and reviews forms associated with different programs to ensure that all paperwork is in order.