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Job description
General Summary
Assists physicians with examinations and procedures to serve the medical needs of patients with various health conditions in a professional, confidential and caring manner. Coordinates the flow of patients, phone calls, lab work and nurse visits to facilitate quality patient care and customer service goals. Provides professional nursing care as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirement and organizational policies and procedures. Follows prescribed techniques for producing general and specific x-rays for diagnostic purposes. Follows direction given by Radiology Technologist.
General Summary
Assists physicians with examinations and procedures to serve the medical needs of patients with various health conditions in a professional, confidential and caring manner. Coordinates the flow of patients, phone calls, lab work and nurse visits to facilitate quality patient care and customer service goals. Provides professional nursing care as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirement and organizational policies and procedures. Follows prescribed techniques for producing general and specific x-rays for diagnostic purposes. Follows direction given by Radiology Technologist.
Principal Job Functions
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
*Maintains flow of patients in accordance with time of appointment in order to avoid delays for the provider and undue waiting for patients.
*Collects subjective and objective data and contributes to the assessment of the patient; documents appropriately in the patient chart.
*Makes accurate and timely observations and documents changes in the patient’s condition in the patient chart.
*Retrieves messages and responds to calls from patients, pharmacies, hospitals, nursing homes and other medical offices by use of telephone and computer in a timely manner as delegated by licensed heath care provider (MD, PA, NP).
*Assists the medical provider with all examinations and procedures.
*Keeps the exam rooms clean, disinfected and stocked with necessary supplies.
*Schedules follow-up procedures/appointments and specialty appointments.
*Explains tests and preparation as needed for adequate patient education.
Monitors inventory of supplies and communicates information to Practice Manager.
*Administers injections, vital signs, vision and auditory testing as delegated.
* Prepares patient for x-ray, explains procedures to patient and/or family, and prepares room, equipment and materials as needed.
* Transmits x-ray images to radiology group for interpretation.
Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.
Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
Education And Experience
Graduation from an accredited professional nursing program required. Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act required.
Completion of accredited limited radiology technologist program required. Current registration with the State of Nebraska as a Limited Radiographer to perform Core, Chest, Extremities and Spine x-rays.
Other Credentials / Certifications
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.
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Worksite address
seward, NE, 68434, US
Who can apply
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