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Job description
*Starting bonus and/or relocation available to new employees. Previous experience may be required. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.
JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Assists practitioner in performance of procedures, telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient records and relaying test results. Performs delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a physician or mid-level practitioner.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Kidney Specialists teams at Samaritan Health Services focus on creating a partnership with patients, the primary care provider and the kidney specialist. We provide consultation and treatment of chronic kidney disease at an outpatient clinic.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
Current unencumbered Oregon Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic licensure required.
Experience or training in medical terminology preferred.
Lab/EKG experience preferred.
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)
Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)
Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)
Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)
WALK - INCLINE
LIFT(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
CLIMB - STAIRS
LIFT(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT(Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT(Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
SQUATRepetitive
REACH- Upward
SIT
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
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Worksite address
corvallis, OR, 97333, US
Who can apply
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