Clinical Assistant

Position Description

Employees in this classification provide patient care management to an assigned clinic in the areas of clerical and clinical duties. In the clinical setting, the employee receives direct supervision from a physician or nursing supervisor in either oral or written form. In the office setting, the employee receives direct supervision from the department administrator. Work is performed under usual office and clinic conditions, and may be stressful when working under emergency conditions.

Major/Essential Functions

• Work performed under the direction of a Sr. LVN and/or physician as part of total healthcare providing complete evaluations to patients, families and clinic personnel.
• Assist in patient care management with assigned physicians.
• The major area of responsibility in this position is to assist with patient care including but not limited to nursing activities, assisting with laboratory collections and associated documentation.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an approved certified program for assistants in the area of required specialty. Certification by an approved accredited certifying agency in the specialty in which the particular work will be performed.