Primary Functions & Responsibilities:- Performs physical examination, compiles medical data and records medical history and implements a treatment plan on new and established patients
- Orders appropriate diagnostic studies when indicated Instructs patients and families regarding treatment plan and medications
- Consults with physician when warranted to assess patient condition and treatment
- Ensures that medical charts and administrative paperwork is completed in a timely manner
- Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits
- Provides follow-up care to patients according to practice guidelines
- May perform preoperative assessment of patient and confirms completion of required documentation
- Assesses patient status for compliance with physical, emotional and social admission requirements
- May or may not perform thorough preoperative work-up for the scheduled procedures
- Notifies Medical Director or attending physician if patient does not meet criteria or is not suitable for treatment in the outpatient setting
- Confirms that medical clearance and all diagnostic tests are performed and documented
- Supports the patient and family by explaining the perioperative experience with specific instructions to the patient and family regarding their responsibility in the outpatient process
- May or may not coordinate the surgical schedule considering special needs of the patient
- Performs within guidelines of specific privileges approved by the governing body and delegated by the Medical Director
- May confer with the surgeon about the planned anesthetic to be administered
- Documents orders and considerations specified by surgeon and carried out by Physician
- Monitors patients and administers medications according to Facility policy
- Performs preoperative activities according to Facility policy
- Provides support to medical and office staff
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Ability to assess situations, resolve within scope of ability, or escalate as appropriate
- Ability to respond effectively to emergencies, actual events or drills.
- Ability to follow instructions with little supervision
- Ability to maintain professional demeanor in all aspects of role
- May make hospital rounds for physicians when indicated
- Assists in completing paperwork for patients as indicated
- Travels between facilities when indicated
- Strong customer service skills and excellent communication skills
APC123Compensation Range for this position:
$54.04 - $81.06
Compensation for this role will be based on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, certifications, geography/market, and internal equity considerations.
