Ambulatory Care Tech OBGYN

Patient Care Support

Acts as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Provider or Registered Nurse (RN) in the examination and treatment of patients to facilitate clinic flow and provide excellent patient care. Performs basic skills per department guidelines and policies; communicates observations to members of the health care team.

Essential Functions

• Provides support to facilitate safe, quality patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, consistent with clinical policies, procedures and department standard work. May serve as a chaperone, an impartial observer during a sensitive examination or procedure.
• Provides input in the development of an individualized plan of care. Identifies health maintenance gaps for patients; notifies patients of existing health maintenance gaps. Documents in the electronic health record; documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate, including, but not limited to : use of assistive devices for patient mobilization and transfers, hand hygiene, and confirmation of patient using at least two patient identifiers.
• Collects patient reported medication history, allergies, risk screenings along with medical history; reports information to Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider. Collects and reports vital signs as delineated by a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider. Collects samples, including, but not limited to : urine and stool. Performs minor testing for provider interpretation, including, but not limited to : Point of care tests, Electrocardiogram, etc
• Assists with stocking of supplies and cleans patient's environment / work area / equipment; communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department / unit personnel.
• Performs and documents the results of required clinical logs and CLIA waived laboratory tests; including but not limited to : performing routine quality control procedures, maintaining temperature logs and eyewash stations, etc.
• Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Commits to continuous improvement of the patient experience which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organization data. Adheres to the organization's published values, standards, and policies.

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