Descriptionnn*$4,000 - Sign-On Bonus for Full-time externals, pro-rated for Part-time * Medical Office LPN Ob/Gyn- Rhinebeck, NY 40 hours per week, 8 hour shifts 8:30am-5:00pm.nnSUMMARY: Performs tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of supportive and restorative care under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed health care provider.nnRESPONSIBILITIES:nnGreet patients in waiting area, escort patients to clinical areas; escort patients to check-out. Answer patient questions with regard to day's appointment, treatments and follow-up.nnTelephone call-backs, and telephone care as directed by physician/provider and RN.nnPatient counseling and education as directed by provider (verbal, brochures, handouts).nnFocus on patient needs while maintaining an organized and efficient workflow as established by policies and standards.nnPreparation of medical record in advance of appointment. This includes anticipatory tasks such as consent forms, ABNs, PHI Release, obtaining medical records from other providers/facilities, and updating of EMR, when appropriate.nnPatient check-in: obtain and document chief complaint, vital signs, history, ordered CLIA waived tests; Capture charges for provision of ancillary services.nnAssists patients with the completion of patient summaries, medication/allergy reconciliation at every office visit, history forms, and in obtaining appropriate treatment consents.nnPrepare patient and exam room; chaperone and assist physician/provider with examination, procedures and treatments if needed.nnAdminister and document injections, dispense and document medications as directed by physician/provider.nnLabeling and handling of labs, paps, cultures, biopsies and other specimens; Preparation of laboratory and imaging requisitions.nnAssist with coordination of further patient care and follow-up, and carry out tasks as directed by RN and/or physician/provider. This may include communication with patient, hospital, labs, imaging centers, pharmacies, physician offices, insurance plans.nnClean and prepare exam room for next encounter.nnDocument all activities/interventions, patient/family responses, tests and treatments, in the medical.nnMaintain infection control measures with all patient contact. Comply with standards of Infection Control and Quality Improvement Policies and Procedures at all times.nnPromotes a safe and efficient working environment by adhering to safe equipment and supply handling Policies and Procedures at all times.nnKeep and maintain daily log of all laboratory/imaging requisitions.nnDaily reconciliation of lab reports/imaging including documentation, as appropriate.nnRequired:nnBasic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of starting.nnLicensed Practical Nurse licensure.nnBasic medical knowledge and terminology.nnComputer skills/data entry.nnSkilled in obtaining accurate patient vitals.nnVaccine administration and medication preparation.nnPreferred:nnMinimum Experience: one year.nnProficiency in multiple languages.nnPhlebotomy.nnEKG.nnEducation Required:nnHS Graduate or Equivalent.nnGraduate of an accredited LPN Program.nnWorking Conditions:nnManual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexteritynnOccupational: Some occupational risknnPhysical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. forcennPhysical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.nnCompany: Nuvance Health Med Practice PCnnOrg Unit: 1497nnDepartment: Northern Ob GynnnExempt: NonnSalary Range: $24.15- $41.32 HourlynnWe are an equal opportunity employernnQualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.nnWe will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.