RN | LPN - Trinity Medical Associates - Ft. Sanders

Responsibilities

Trinity Medical Associates - Ft. Sanders, a division of Summit Medical Group, has an opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their practice. This is a Full-time opportunity.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (List does not include all duties assigned)

• Prepares and updates patient records as required by physician(s)/practitioner(s) using electronic medical records (EHR) system.

• Contacts patients regarding test results or other related reasons as directed.

• Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares patients for examinations and procedures according to physician preferences including the recording of vital signs of patients (pulse, blood pressure, height, weight, etc.)

• Performing appropriate procedures such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitor, etc. and assisting the physician(s) and/or providers with other procedures as appropriate.

• Administering medications and conducting patient education as required.

• Maintains stocked, neat and clean exam rooms and common work areas on a daily basis.

• Handles phone nursing when appropriate, to include triaging, pre-certs, referrals, calling in prescriptions, etc.

• Adheres to established company policies and procedures (including the corporate compliance program), and follows state and federal regulations, such as OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.

• Adheres to site-specific protocols and expectations.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Prefer vocational or college credits.

Experience: Minimum of one (1) year experience in a medical office setting required.

• Required competency using EHR and Microsoft Outlook.

License/Certification: Current State of Tennessee Registered Nurse or License in Practical Nursing Required.

Overview

Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee's largest primary care organization with more than 415 providers at 87 practice locations in 19 counties. Summit also consists of four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Summit provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually. For more information, visit www.summitmedical.com

In addition to our commitment to the health of our community, our organization is also committed to the health of our employees through our employee Wellness Program. Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the wellness program. Pre-employment drug testing will occur prior to starting work and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.