Licensed Practical Nurse/Medical Assistant- Full Time- Days - Pulmonary Clinic

Williamson Health

Summary

Located in Franklin, Tennessee, Williamson Health is one of the South's most exceptional health care systems with a 203 bed hospital (Williamson Medical Center), over 40 providers at our Williamson Health Medical Group locations, the Bone & Joint Institute and the Monroe Carell Junior Children's Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center. Williamson Health offers comprehensive in-patient and out-patient services. We have more than 825 providers representing over 70 medical specialties and sub-specialties.

Williamson Health is a system where your talents will be valued and your skillset expanded. We are rooted in our promise to world-class, compassionate care for the residents of Williamson County and surrounding communities, taking exceptional pride in serving our community. We're committed to empowering our employees to work in innovative ways and reserve time and space for curiosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support the diversity and cultural differences among one another and are committed to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: respect for every individual, the health and total well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity. These shape who we are as an organization and are essential for delivering the highest level of culturally competent care and treatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician and employee.

Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge 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-free workplace.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides clinical nursing support to Williamson Health Medical Group by communicating clinical information to patients and businesses, scheduling tests and consultations, obtaining clinical specimens, assessing patients, performing clinical office procedures and maintaining adequate clinical supplies.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Training:
High school diploma or equivalent. Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Earned a nursing diploma or degree from a college or university

Licensed by the State of Tennessee.

Workplace Experience:
At least one year of experience in medical office environment.

Equipment and Skills Training:
Must be competent in the use Glucometer, BP cuff, thermometer, computer, autoclave, stethoscope, audioscope,
business phone and various oral and injectable medications.

Physical Environment:
Office environment.

Physical Effort:
Must be able to sit, stand, communicate, in English, both orally and in writing and lift over 20 pounds.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

1. Accurately records patient's medical history and vital signs.
2. Gives patients immunizations and injections as appropriate.
3. Counsel patients on health related issues.
4. Orders and maintains medications.
5. Coordinates outpatient care with local businesses.
6. Secures consultations and specialists.
7. Triages phone calls.
8. Prepares special drug and care request.
9. Trains new employees within WHMG pulmonary and sleep medicine.
10. Assists physician with med/surg procedures.
11. Observes universal precautions.
12. Monitors sample drug closet.
13. Observes proper lifting techniques to prevent injury.
14. Coordinates with local pharmacies to insure patients have adequate supplies of medicine.