Hennepin County Medical Center Minneapolis , MN 55415
Posted 1 week ago
We are currently seeking a Clinical Associate to join our Ambulatory Float Pool team to work day shift. This full-time role will work on-site at our downtown clinics and/or at our community clinic locations.
SUMMARY
Under the direction, delegation, and supervision of a Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP), Manager/ Clinic Nurse Supervisor, charge nurse, and/or their delegates, performs basic direct patient care tasks and clinic support functions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Rooms patients and obtains and documents vital signs, weight, height, head circumference (infants), and hearing and vision screenings
Prepares exam rooms for patients and sets up rooms for basic procedures
Cleans and/or sterilizes equipment to support infection control and OSHA standards
Stocks and organizes clinic supplies
Transports patients to and from tests
Assists patients to transportation as needed
Communicates observations and measurements outside of norm to RN or provider
Labels and delivers tissue and fluid samples
Initiates emergency response for medical emergencies and safety risks
Performs point of care testing, such as glucometer testing
Assists families with screening forms, such as developmental screen
Answers the phones, performs data entry, and greets patients
Simple appointment scheduling and limited registration tasks
Runs reports
Supports population health activities if appropriate, which may include outreach calls or care coordination
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Direct patient care experience (such as EMT, Nursing Assistant)
Post high-school education in healthcare, biology, or related field
Bilingual in English and at least one other language commonly spoken by HHS patients
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
Ability to learn specialized clinical tasks and procedures in alignment with HHS standards
Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient population
Ability to prioritize, organize, and communicate with team members
Ability to read and follow written instructions; understand and communicate verbal and written information
Ability to follow instructions and perform job duties that meet departmental performance expectations as well as HHS standards related to quality, accuracy, productivity, patient and family centered care, customer service, etc.
License/Certifications:
Hennepin County Medical Center