Rooming Associate

We are seeking a Rooming Associate!

Fairfield Community Health Center, Lancaster, Ohio

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Fairfield Community Health Center (FCHC) aims to provide high-quality care for our patients. We have been recognized as a level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Committee on Quality Assurance for all of our family practice offices. PCMH means that we offer a team approach with the patient being the most important member of the team. FCHC offers improved access to care with extended hours, as well as same-day and next-day appointments. We work with specialists and hospitals to coordinate care and ensure the entire healthcare team works together to support the best possible health for our patients.

The pay range for this position is:

$20.00 to $24.00 hourly for non-licensed

$23.00 to $26.00 hourly for LPN licensure

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the health care provider and Clinical Manager. The Rooming Associate is responsible for assisting patients in promoting, maintaining, and improving health outcomes in collaboration with skilled practitioners.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Prepare examination rooms for patients, keeping the rooms neat, clean, and appropriately stocked. • Show patients to examination rooms and interview patients to obtain an appropriate history, current medical information, chief complaint, reconcile current medications, vital signs, etc. • As directed by the provider(s) and within scope, provides health education, prepares for and independently performs intra-office procedures and/or testing which may include venipuncture, administration of injections/immunizations, pulmonary function tests, ear irrigations, hot/cold packs, EKGs, breathing treatment, lab testing, dressing changes, wound cleaning, hearing and vision tests, etc. • Documents all patient encounter information accurately and concisely using appropriate medical terminology within the electronic health record (EHR). • Aides the provider in recognizing completion of care guidelines and metrics, utilizing standing orders. • Maintains confidentiality of all patient information and adheres to policies/safety practices as established by FCHC. • Utilizes screening tools to assist in identifying barriers to care and working with patients and families for connection to appropriate community resources, including assisting with transportation requests and/or needs. • Willingness to cover in the clinic for other Rooming Associate staff who are out of office based on organizational need, including Saturday coverage. • Other duties may be assigned from time to time.