SHOT LAB ASSISTANT II, CMA Allergy and Asthma Hixson

1 week ago

Fort Oglethorpe, GA, United States Galen Medical Full time
Job Details

Job Location
ALLERGY ASTHMA FORTO - Fort Oglethorpe, GA

Secondary Job Location(s)
ALLERGY ASTHMA CLEVELAND - Cleveland, TN; ALLERGY ASTHMA DALTON - Dalton, GA; ALLERGY ASTHMA GUNBARREL - Chattanooga, TN; ALLERGY ASTHMA HIXSON - HIXSON, TN

Position Type
Full-Time

Education Level
High School

Travel Percentage
Travel between sites

Job Shift
Day

Job Category
Health Care

Description

Shot Lab Assistant II- Allergy and Asthma Hixson

Galen Medical Group offers several medical specialties throughout the Chattanooga region. We provide quality care and patient-friendly services to adults and children of all ages. Our mission is to elevate the health of our community through multiple medical specialties providing excellent care delivered with wisdom, compassion, integrity, and a commitment to technology, education, and scientific inquiry.

This role work in multiple location as stated:

Mon-Wed at Fort Oglethorpe, GA, Thursday at Dalton, GA, and Friday rotating between Ft Oglethorpe and Gunbarrel

Summary/Objective:

Participates in the activities of the Shot Lab as directed by the physicians.

Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
  • Identifies patients in Shot Lab module of PCIS.
  • Works with the clerical support team to identify any changes of demographic or insurance information as well as educate patients if there are any outstanding balances.
  • Locates appropriate vials.
  • Confirms patient identity, using full name and date of birth as identifiers.
  • Determines timeliness of patient visit and calculates appropriate dose.
  • Obtains peak flow, if applicable.
  • Records patients answers to the health questions, prior to administering.
  • Administers allergen/venom injection(s).
  • Administers biologic medication(s).
  • Advises patient to wait 20 minutes.
  • Records information on flow sheet and in Shot Lab module.
  • Calculates/adjusts doses for modified rush.
  • Administers/records modified rush.
  • Obtains vital signs related to modified rush.
  • Recognizes systemic symptoms and manages systemic reactions appropriately.
Other Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Educates patients about all aspects of care and treatment.
  • Cleans and stocks Shot Lab.
  • Distributes medication samples, as appropriate.
  • Ensures that biohazard waste is packaged and retrieved appropriately.
  • Assist the Clinical Support team as needed for patient care.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Promote the mission, vision, and values of Galen Medical Group.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all patient, medical, financial, and legal information.
  • Report to work on time and as scheduled.
  • Wear identification during work hours.
  • Represent the organization in a positive & professional manner.
  • Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Comply with all organization policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
  • Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
  • Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as directed by your manager.
  • Consistently demonstrate the value of team concept.
  • Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities.
  • Complete assignments efficiently and in a timely manner.
  • Understands and abides by OSHA, HIPAA & CLIA standards.


Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:
  • One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Current driver's license, diploma (MA/CMA), certificate (CMA), TN and GA nursing license (LPN), or diploma for MA, LPN, or RN in progress (student).
As part of the Galen Medical Group, the applicant must be a team player and provide excellent customer service while assessing our patients needs efficiently. Perform all duties in compliance with Galen Medical policies, HIPAA, and OSHA standards.

Galen Medical Group is a member of the TN Drug-Free Workplace and it is a requirement that we conduct a pre-employment drug screen, as part of the hiring process.

Why should you apply?
  • 401(k) benefits.
  • Education reimbursement.
  • Holiday Pay.
  • Great earned time-off policy.
  • Company-paid Life Insurance & Long Term Disability.

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