Description

US:NV:Carson City Wound Care Outpatient

Full Time Day Shift

About Carson Tahoe Health

CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5 th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.

Summary

• Responsible for assisting providers with patient care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from outpatient services.

Responsibilities

o Performs patient care procedures under supervision of, and in assisting of Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner (i.e. dressing changes, minor procedures, wound photography and measurement). o Escort patient to exam room, obtain medical history, review/update medication list, measure vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, temperature, and document all information in patient's EMR. o Prepare and administer medications (topical, oral, injections) as directed by Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner. o Authorize prescription refills (per Physician, Physician Assistant, and Nurse Practitioner) and provide prescription information to pharmacies. o Collects specimens as directed and logs accordingly in patient's EMR. o Provides patient education with regards to medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets as directed by provider. o Ensure all related reports, labs, and information is available in patient's medical records prior to their appointment. o Maintain supplies, equipment, stocks and sterilizes instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies. o Triage and process messages, provide feedback, and answers to patient, providers, staff, and pharmacies. o Maintain logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, expired medications, emergency medications). o Performs front office/receptionist duties as needed. o Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required o High School Diploma or equivalent o Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a medical office setting or Medical Assistant training program graduate. o Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Preferred o College curriculum o One (1) year Medical Assistant experience in corresponding setting.

Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada

• Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
• Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
• Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
• We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
• Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system

Our Benefits

• No State Income Tax
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
• Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
• 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses
• On Site Education & Certification Programs
• Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
• Free Calm App Subscription