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Clinical Nurse Practice Specialist
Wellstar Health Systems, Austell
Clinical Nurse Practice Specialist Cobb Hospital • Austell, Georgia • Day Shift • Full Time • JR-1194 Facility: Cobb HospitalThis role is full time days and located at our Cobb Hospital in Austell, GA.Supporting 3 North Vascular telemetry. Sign on bonus and relocation assistance eligible role.Apply today and interview this week!This is a 5-day a week "Clinical Leader" role 8-5(ish). Focus on quality care, infection prevention, staff education/competencies, orthopedic and trauma care. The interview needs to be in person.OverviewThe Clinical Nurse Practice Specialist (CNPS) is a registered professional nurse through academic preparation as a masters-prepared nurse possesses advanced clinical expertise and utilizes this expertise to support and promote the delivery of safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care in at least one of the following patient populations/service lines:• Family• Adult/Geriatrics• Neonatal• Pediatrics• Women's Health• Mental Health• Emergency Services• Surgery• Critical Care/Pulmonary Medicine• Digestive Health• Neurology• Oncology• Cardiovascular• Musculoskeletal• Post-AcuteThe Clinical Nurse Practice Specialist (CNPS) demonstrates advanced knowledge, skills and abilities in area of specialty to be a system resource for all members of the health care team and champions' evidence-based practice and performance improvement to advance the science of nursing in his/her specialty and improve patient care interventions/outcomes across the macrosystem. This position fosters interdisciplinary practice and serves as a role model for the professional image of the nurse and expert clinical practice. The CNPS actively engages in scholarly activity such as research and translating evidence into practice and leads as a change agent for innovations in care delivery. Role specific competencies, responsibilities and functions are based on the WellStar Nursing Professional Practice Model.It is expected that the CNPS upholds the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the System Center for Nursing Excellence team supporting WellStar's system Nurse Executive Team, it is expected the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals. Further, this position will operate in a heavily matrixed relationship with Service Line Leaders and Physician Chiefs, Chief Nursing Officers, Quality Leaders, and Enterprise Intelligence and Learning Teams.ResponsibilitiesCore Responsibilites and Essential Functions__Shared Leadership__A. Successfully works through the Shared Leadership model to develop strategies and ideas that encourage inquiry and positive change by promoting nurse engagement in continuous process improvement in delivering the highest quality nursing care across the System.B. Promotes positive interdisciplinary partnerships and seeks opportunities to provide clinical leadership for the design and standardization of treatment protocols, clinical interventions, and product evaluations across the System.C. Advance nursing practice through innovative evidence-based interventions, best practice guidelines and modification of professional standards and organizational policies that direct the care of nursing personnel and other providers of healthcare to improve outcomes through collaborative practice.D. Participates in/lead the development and revision of evidence-based guidelines/policies/order sets /protocols, hospital acquired infections, disease specific, regulatory compliance issues.E. Promotes superior professional practice and ethics to ensure compliance/regulatory/practice standards are met. Advocates for the role of the professional nurse as a key member of the interdisciplinary team. Possesses advanced knowledge and articulates the professional scope and standards of nursing practice.F. Demonstrates ability to lead change and empower others to influence clinical practice and political processes both within and across systems, ensuring the spread and integration of standards into practice using lean philosophy, and tools.G. Utilizes knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, Nursing Code of Ethics, regulatory agency requirements, current nursing theory, research, and practice to guide nursing practice and promote professional development.__Teamwork__A. Fosters teamwork, collaborative practice, personal responsibility, integrity, innovation, trust, and communication.B. Serves as a resource for all staff and accepts additional responsibilities in specialty to support nursing excellence, clinical integration, and standardization across the System.C. Works in tandem with leadership, medical staff, service line, and nursing staff to evaluate, redesign and implement practice standards that optimize patient outcomes to improve patient safety and quality in nursing practice.D. Delivers intradisciplinary and interdisciplinary support and mentoring to promote the profession of nursing by advancing clinical practice. Collaborates with Wellstar departments, service lines, and CNOs in advancement of the career progression model that aligns practice excellence with recognition and incentives creating a learning environment that retains and rewards excellence in nursing.E. Utilizes evidenced-based research and organizational and departmental data to affect change throughout the system using a continuous improvement model; provides leadership by connecting the healthcare system with quality measures to achieve safe, effective, holistic patient care.__Exemplary Practice__A. Continuously improves processes and services that support patient/family engaged care, education, and research.B. Differentiates between outcomes that required care process modification at the individual patient level and those that require modification at the system level.C. Seeks opportunities to advance knowledge and skills through formal and informal educational offerings. Conducts performance improvement activities using continuous improvement methodologies and develops /disseminates practice protocols to support clinical integration and standardization across the System. Possesses advance skills in the use of technology and provides leadership within interdisciplinary health care team on system-wide quality improvement task forces.D. Promotes evidence-based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in support of nursing excellence across the System by monitoring progress toward goals, conducting gap analysis, facilitating change to address identified gaps in best practice, collaborating with operations as needed to establish countermeasures toward successful achievement.E. Monitoring quality performance, through KPI, and benchmarking toward top decile performance on national databases.F. Competent in principles of ethics, end of life care and use of Advanced Directives. Able to successfully problem solve complex patient care issues and mediate/facilitate interdisciplinary team discussions when necessary.__Creative Innovations__A. Manages innovative individual and/or population-based programs of care to achieve desired cost-effective nurse-sensitive outcomes.B. Identifies high risk patient groups and lead development of evidence-based plans for meeting individual, family, community, and population needs to improve safety, service, and outcomes.C. Facilitates transitions across the continuum of care to minimize fragmentation of care.D. Evaluates programs of care for appropriateness of implementation across the continuum.E. Advances clinical care practice in their clinical specialty - gaining interdisciplinary support to apply or translate evidence into practice and engages in scholarly activity such as research, publication, and presentations - mentoring all clinical staff to do the same.F. Self-directed in learning how to apply Lean principles and other quality skills to reduce waste and improve performance of operations and clinical systems of care; Uses knowledge and skills as an expert nurse in specialty and serves as a change agent to advance the field and the achievement of exemplary patient care outcomes.G. Uses technology and data to interpret and measure clinical outcomes and designs further processes of care (i.e. care delivery systems, standards of practice and performance outcomes) to enhance the same.H. Poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence-based practice. Consults and serves as an expert in the conduction of research and evidence-based practice.I. Supports a journey of excellence integrating best practice, and Magnet principles toward practice and performance readiness for ANCC, unit, Pathways, Magnet, and other recognitions (Baldridge, etc.).__Professional Development__A. Represents the organization positively to the community, building credibility - is an active member of one's professional organization and mentors other clinicians to do this as well.B. Serves to support, educate, and mentor current clinical staff and students ensuring that clinical processes of care are working as intended.Required for All JobsPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.QualificationsRequired Minimum EducationGraduate education in Nursing (MS, MSN, DNP) from an accredited school or university that is recognized by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing. RequiredClinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) with specialty certification in patient population served PreferredRequired Minimum ExperienceMinimum 2 years experience providing direct patient care as a nurse for a similar patient population/service line. RequiredRequired Minimum SkillsPossess excellent verbal and written (English) communication skills, computer skills and relationship building.Possess advanced skills in specialty/service line area and teaching and coaching clinical staff to provide excellence in patient care and delivery.Is a continuous learner who inspires others to also seek advance knowledge and clinical skills.Possess the ability to work in a fast pace environment and embrace change with excellent time management skills.Knowledge of nursing theory, evidence-based practice, and research required to provide leadership for performance improvement.Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare disciplines, with strong clinical judgement and clinical inquiry skills.Demonstrates systems thinking as well as ability to provide consultative support.Compliance with the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Professional Nurses is required.Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)Reg Nurse (Single State) RequiredRN - Multi-state Compact RequiredBasic Life Support RequiredBLS - Instructor RequiredBLS - Provisional RequiredClinical Nurse Leader RequiredClin Nurse Specialist RequiredNurse Practitioner RequiredCert Nurse Midwife RequiredAdditional Licenses and CertificationsRegistered Nurse actively licensed in the state of Georgia or hold a privilege to practice in State of Georgia under the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). RequiredCurrent Board certification as required to practice as one of the following: Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife or Clinical Nurse Leader RequiredMust have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association on the first day of employment in position. ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required in specific areas. Required
Medical Assistant (CMA) - Family Medicine
Wellstar Health Systems, Austell
Medical Assistant (CMA) - Family Medicine Wellstar Cobb Family Medicine • Austell, Georgia • Day Shift • Full Time • JR-1422 Facility: Wellstar Cobb Family MedicineOverviewThe Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Physician, Clinical Lead, Clinical Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Supervisor and/or Office Manager. Recognizes patient's needs and symptoms in advance. Provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. Includes preparing patient for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in the medical record. Assists with explaining patient instructions to the patient/family. Demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Performs other duties as necessary related to front office registration, laboratory testing, and radiology functions within a specialty setting.ResponsibilitiesCore Responsibilites and Essential Functions Clinical and Non-Clinical Duties and Expectations* Register patient upon entrance to facility* Perform all necessary registration operations* Prepare equipment and rooms and aid physician with treatment of patients* Perform vitals and other duties to prep patients* Rotate among various clinical and non-clinical service areas such as lab, x-ray, and front office* Main safety needs of the patient* Cross train other team members Diagnostic Imaging Duties and Expectations* Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist clinical team and physicians in treatment of the patients.* Prepare and position the patients for imaging procedures ensuring all proper techniques including radiation protection.* Obtain optimum views as ordered by the physician* Process images and review for proper identification and quality control.* Cross train other team members* Complete and maintain logs, reports, and documentation Laboratory Duties and Expectations* Properly start lab equipment daily and maintain daily logs and documentation requested* Perform laboratory tests according to orders and instructions* Draw blood samples from patients and perform Point of Care testing* Order and stock supplies weekly* Perform daily quality control and cleaning procedures according to guidelines* Cross train other team members Patient Liaison* Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity. * Always partners with the patient and significant others and/or family (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g.,Huddles; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and explanation of physicians instructions ); keeping the patient at ease in the physician's office, and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care. * Practices using current clinical practice standards. Team Work and Collaboration* Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (huddles, interdisciplinary rounds); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment. * Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. Professional Development and Initiative * Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, and population specific education. * May be asked to serve as a preceptor for onboarding Medical Assistants/students and is an exemplary role model for all staff or students for all disciplines to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling professionalism and creating a healthy work environment. Evidence Based Practice and Research * Promotes Evidence based practice, in regards to safe, quality patient care. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products. * Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems' safety absolutes. May serve as practice Safety Coach.* Participates in data collection poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions. Resources and Support * Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care. * Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., relevant patient populations). * Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources. Required for All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. QualificationsRequired Minimum EducationHigh school diploma Required and equivalent Required and Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program Preferred and Graduate from a newly formed medical assistant program in which the program has the intent to seek CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation Preferred Required Minimum Experience Work experience in a practice setting Preferred and Specific experience in practice specialty Required and Radiology experience preferred, and/or will provide training within first sixty days. Required and Phlebotomy certification preferred, and/or will provide training within first sixty days. Preferred Required Minimum Skills Must be organized and attentive to detail. Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction. Able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills. The employee should also be able to adhere to the WellStar Credo and Code of Conduct. Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)Cert Medical Assistant Required Basic Life Support Required BLS - Instructor Required BLS - Provisional Required Additional Licenses and Certifications Must complete the required OSHA training course for operators of radiology equipment within sixty days of hire. Required and Must have successfully passed a Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT) with current and maintained Medical Assistant Credential. Required
Medical Assistant (CMA) - Internal Medicine
Wellstar Health Systems, Austell
Medical Assistant (CMA) - Internal Medicine Wellstar Cobb Family Medicine • Austell, Georgia • Day Shift • Full Time • JR-1490 Facility: Wellstar Cobb Family MedicineOverviewThe Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Physician, Clinical Lead, Clinical Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Supervisor and/or Office Manager. Recognizes patient's needs and symptoms in advance. Provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. Includes preparing patient for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in the medical record. Assists with explaining patient instructions to the patient/family. Demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Performs other duties as necessary related to front office registration, laboratory testing, and radiology functions within a specialty setting.ResponsibilitiesCore Responsibilites and Essential Functions Clinical and Non-Clinical Duties and Expectations* Register patient upon entrance to facility* Perform all necessary registration operations* Prepare equipment and rooms and aid physician with treatment of patients* Perform vitals and other duties to prep patients* Rotate among various clinical and non-clinical service areas such as lab, x-ray, and front office* Main safety needs of the patient* Cross train other team members Diagnostic Imaging Duties and Expectations* Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist clinical team and physicians in treatment of the patients.* Prepare and position the patients for imaging procedures ensuring all proper techniques including radiation protection.* Obtain optimum views as ordered by the physician* Process images and review for proper identification and quality control.* Cross train other team members* Complete and maintain logs, reports, and documentation Laboratory Duties and Expectations* Properly start lab equipment daily and maintain daily logs and documentation requested* Perform laboratory tests according to orders and instructions* Draw blood samples from patients and perform Point of Care testing* Order and stock supplies weekly* Perform daily quality control and cleaning procedures according to guidelines* Cross train other team members Patient Liaison* Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity. * Always partners with the patient and significant others and/or family (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g.,Huddles; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and explanation of physicians instructions ); keeping the patient at ease in the physician's office, and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care. * Practices using current clinical practice standards. Team Work and Collaboration* Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (huddles, interdisciplinary rounds); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment. * Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. Professional Development and Initiative * Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, and population specific education. * May be asked to serve as a preceptor for onboarding Medical Assistants/students and is an exemplary role model for all staff or students for all disciplines to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling professionalism and creating a healthy work environment. Evidence Based Practice and Research * Promotes Evidence based practice, in regards to safe, quality patient care. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products. * Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems' safety absolutes. May serve as practice Safety Coach.* Participates in data collection poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions. Resources and Support * Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care. * Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., relevant patient populations). * Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources. Required for All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. QualificationsRequired Minimum EducationHigh school diploma Required and equivalent Required and Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program Preferred and Graduate from a newly formed medical assistant program in which the program has the intent to seek CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation Preferred Required Minimum Experience Work experience in a practice setting Preferred and Specific experience in practice specialty Required and Radiology experience preferred, and/or will provide training within first sixty days. Required and Phlebotomy certification preferred, and/or will provide training within first sixty days. Preferred Required Minimum Skills Must be organized and attentive to detail. Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction. Able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills. The employee should also be able to adhere to the WellStar Credo and Code of Conduct. Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)Cert Medical Assistant Required Basic Life Support Required BLS - Instructor Required BLS - Provisional Required Additional Licenses and Certifications Must complete the required OSHA training course for operators of radiology equipment within sixty days of hire. Required and Must have successfully passed a Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT) with current and maintained Medical Assistant Credential. Required
Registered Nurse Supervisor (RN) - Cobb Cardiovascular
Wellstar Health Systems, Austell
Registered Nurse Supervisor (RN) - Cobb Cardiovascular WellStar Medical Group - Austell (1700 Hospital) • Austell, Georgia • Day Shift • Full Time • JR-10640 Facility: WellStar Medical Group - Austell (1700 Hospital)Job Summary: Under general direction of the physician and/or office manager, provides nursing care of patient, plans and oversees departmental staff nursing activities ensuring effective nursing services are provided, and adherence to policies, procedures, standards, and regulations. A multidisciplinary team approach to care is utilized. The function of the Nurse Supervisor is to develop and maintain an environment that supports the professional nurse and staff. Under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Services Department, the Nurse Supervisor will promote clinical competency as well as maintain clinical quality control through leading and supporting survey readiness efforts as it relates to back office clinical operations. The Nurse Supervisor is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Office Managers and other leaders and is supported through the WellStar Clinical Champion Forum. The framework for practice is steered by the WellStar Professional Practice Model, 5-Star Nursing and evidence based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the WellStar Core Competencies. It is expected that all RN Nurse Supervisors are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Human resource Management * Adheres to WellStar Health System's policy and procedures to human resource * Management and applies such policies and procedures consistently with input from MGR/DPO. * Assist with hiring process with input from MGR/DPO. * Appropriately delegates responsibilities to clinical staff and provides oversight Leadership * Plans, organizes, and facilitates staff to provider patient care; evaluates care and ensures customer satisfaction; oversees the departments' daily staffing requirements; orients clinical staff to their job responsibilities; provides leadership in clinical problem solving. * Assists with staff recruitment; ensures an orientation plan for new staff members; and provides timely feedback; evaluates and schedules in-service/training as needed; serves as liaison with physicians. * Implements and interprets organizational policies and procedures and nursing standards and regulations. * Utilize evidence-based practice to develop and implement standards of practice that guide practice improvement initiatives. * Work with Clinical Services in development of clinical competencies for non-provider clinical staff. * Will lead check off process of annual competencies for non-provider clinical staff. * Along with Practice Manager, will ensure all nursing/MA staff maintains appropriate credentials and/or licensure. * Attends monthly Clinical Champion meetings, shares information with practice staff, and leads in implementation of best practices. Professional Responsibility - Exemplary Practice and Outcomes - A. Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking and insuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes. - B. Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity. - C. Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., huddles; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care. - D. Practices using current clinical practice standards. - Teamwork and Collaboration - A. Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment. - B. Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. - Professional Development and Initiative - A. Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, and population specific education. - B. Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and unlicensed staff or students) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment. - Evidence Based Practice and Research - A. Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products. - B. Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems' safety absolutes. May serve as practice Safety Coach. - C. Participates in data collection poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions. - Resources and Support - A. Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care. - B. Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with Practice Managers and/or Clinical Services and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes for relevant patient populations. - C. Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources. Practice Operations - Maintains appropriate staffing and supply par levels to achieve practice goals. - Contributes to financial viability through service quality and clinical excellence. - Acts as liaison with Clinical Informatics as it relates to EHR training needs Compliance and Risk Management - Supports and applies a working knowledge of WellStar Health System's Standard and Department Policies and Procedures, as well as policies and procedures specific to the Medical Group. - Upholds all applicable regulatory agency guidelines. - Leads back office clinical quality initiatives regarding Survey Readiness. - May serve as practice Safety Coach. - Participate in clinical site assessments. Required Minimum Education: Associate's Degree in nursing Required and Bachelor's Degree in nursing Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): Reg Nurse (Single State) 1.00 Required RN - Multi-state Compact 1.00 Required Basic Life Support 2.00 Required BLS - Instructor 2.00 Required BLS - Provisional 2.00 Required Additional Licenses and Certifications: Current/ active license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia Upon Hire Required Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 2 years Two to four years' experience as an RN Required and Supervisory experience Preferred and Specific experience in a practice specialty Required Required Minimum Skills: Ability to implement national nursing standards, knowledge of health care and medical procedures, interpersonal/human relations skills, attentiveness to detail, interact positively with staff, providers and patients, manage time efficiently, delegate and team building skills are required. Must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills. The employee should also be able to adhere to the WellStar Credo and Code of Conduct.
Medical Tech 2
Wellstar Health Systems, Austell
Medical Tech 2 Cobb Hospital • Austell, Georgia • Day Shift • Full Time • JR-0159 Facility: Cobb HospitalOverviewUnder the general supervision of the Supervisors, Manager or Director, performs clinical laboratory testing pursuant to established and approved protocols requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility, maintains equipment and records, performs quality assurance activities related to test performance and may supervise and teach within the laboratory setting. The Med Tech II is fully proficient in their area of expertise, and will serve asa Generalist in all areas of the General Lab and Blood Bank, or as a Key Operator / Subject Matter Expert in their assigned area.Accuracy: Maintains acceptable accuracy in-patient, quality assurance, proficiency, and competency testing.Critical Thinking: Uses clinical/ theoretical knowledge to analyze, investigate, interpret, and report lab data.Job Knowledge: Maintains current personal training, education and practice of policies and procedures.Productivity: Practices organizational skills for efficiency of time, materials, cost, and availability of lab dataCommunication: Practices information monitoring, investigation, resolution, and hand-off to team members.Performs other duties as assigned:ResponsibilitiesCore Responsibilites and Essential Functions PERFORMS RESPONSIBILITIES OF A MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST* Works independently analyzing blood and body fluids for ordered diagnostic tests in General laboratory, Blood Bank, or Microbiology sections Results all tests using good lab technique and adheres to established procedures.* Performs all routine testing in hematology, manual hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, processing, chemistry , manual chemistry, blood bank and microbiology as requested* Performs all lab supplementary tasks for Quality control, chemical safety, logs all required activities to track workload, work in progress, pending logs and amended information.* Effectively communicates all information to appropriate personnel as required by policy and procedure. Participates in shift to shift hand-off communication PERFORMS DUTIES OF SUPERVISORS IN THEIR ABSENCE* Acts as a resource to the Pathologists. Resolves any issues they require.* Fields problem phone calls and resolves issues. Checks the critical logs.* Serves as a technical resource to other techs. Trains techs in new procedures.* Acts as consultants and advisors to the other Supervisors SPECIAL ASSIGNED DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:* Performs scheduled Maintenance on a key instrument. * Maintains up-to-date procedure manuals.* Makes sure all daily and weekly maintenance is completed for the instrument.* Maintain reagent logs and logs all new shipment lot numbers in the log.* Maintains QC reports. Checks L-J charts and monitors closely any shifts.* Orders all needed supplies for the area. Keep inventory stocked 2 weeks worth.* Provides training for new employees in the designated section/instrument. Creates documents and regularly completes Performance Improvement Projects.* Performs linearity studies and correlation studies bi-annually for their key instrument. * Evaluates new tests and procedures changes* Performs C.A.P. surveys when assigned, helps to assign surveys to others when needed.* Maintains CAP and The Joint Commission readiness BLOOD BANK DUTIES IF REQUIRED* Participates in a regular bench rotation in the blood bank on evening or night shift as needed.* Run automated blood bank instrument according to established procedures.* Performs stat duties as needed.* Order and supply blood products where needed.* Complete work assignments for the shift. Required for All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. QualificationsRequired Minimum EducationBachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related science, except for HEW. Required Required Minimum ExperienceMinimum 2 years experience as a Medical Technologist with 1 year of Blood Bank experience if applicable. Required and Epic and 3M experience Preferred Required Minimum Skills Computer/data entry experience. Ability to communicate with various members of the healthcare team. Ability to use EXCEL, Word and have basic computer operational knowledge. Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)Med Tech ASCP Certification 1.00 Required 1.00 Med Technologist (AMT) 1.00 Required 1.00 Med Technologist (AAB) 1.00 Required 1.00 Additional Licenses and Certifications Active employees with a MT(AAB) or MT (AMT) working as an MT2 in WellStar as of 9/1/20 will be grandfathered into this position.
RN Critical Care at Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Health Systems, Austell
RN Critical Care at Cobb Hospital Cobb Hospital • Austell, Georgia • Night Shift • Full Time • JR-0789 Facility: Cobb HospitalThis role is Full Time nights ( 7pm-7am) here at Cobb Hospital in Austell,GA.This is within our Critical Care UnitSign on bonus and relocation assistance eligible.OverviewThe RN Clinical Nurse - Critical Care is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the Wellstar Shared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the Wellstar Professional Practice Model and evidence-based practice and research. RN competencies are derived from these models and supported by the Wellstar Values.It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses - Critical Care are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.ResponsibilitiesCore Responsibilites and Essential FunctionsExemplary Practice and Outcomes* A.Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking and ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes* B.Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity* C.Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care.* D.Practices using current clinical practice standards.Teamwork and Collaboration* A.Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment* B.Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members.* C.Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system.Professional Development and Initiative* A.Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education.* B.Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environmentEvidence Based Practice and Research* A.Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision-making process in evaluating patient care products.* B.Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and Wellstar Health Systems' safety absolutes* C.Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence-based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions.Resources and Support* A.Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care.* B.Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc).* C.Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources.Required for All JobsPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.QualificationsRequired Minimum EducationDiploma from an accredited nursing program Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing Required andBachelor's Degree Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing PreferredRequired Minimum ExperienceLess than 1 year completion of accredited/approved school of nursing with requisition clinical hours Requireddirect patient care experience PreferredRequired Minimum SkillsAbility to read, write and speak English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills.Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer service skills required.Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies in using a decisive, composed and respectful manner.Possess excellent time management skills; practices nursing using evidence and analytical skills along with possessing strong critical thinking skills.Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)Reg Nurse (Single State) RequiredRN - Multi-state Compact RequiredBasic Life Support RequiredBLS - Instructor RequiredBLS - Provisional RequiredAdvanced Cardiac Life Support RequiredACLS - Instructor RequiredACLS - Provisional RequiredAdditional Licenses and Certifications
Phlebotomist / Laboratory - Phlebotomist
Allyon, Austell
Summary:Allyon, Inc. is an established IT and Healthcare Services firm and we love what we do! It makes our day when we are able to help talented individuals achieve their career goals while a the same time helping our clients build quality teams. If you are interested in joining the Allyon Team, please apply or submit your resume for review today!Job Title: Phlebotomist - Phlebotomist / LaboratoryDuties & Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager or designee, performs technical and non-technical duties within the Laboratory service areas on the hospital campus. Duties included, but not limited to:HIS/LIS data entry, troubleshooting and laboratory technical support functionsCustomer Service for all patients and health care providers.Specimen receipt and processing including preparing specimens for transport to reference labs, microbiology processing, loading samples on lab automation and preparing samples for the technical staff.Phlebotomy procedures including all types of specimen collection techniques.Pre-Analytical and specimen storage robot operationAssist in multiple areas as workload and staffing changesMinimum Requirements:Travel/Float position Phlebotomy and/or specimen processing in an outpatient or hospital laboratory environment preferred.Phlebotomy Certification by a national organizationBLS8a-5pm positionWhat we Offer:Competitive Pay and Benefits401k eligibility after 6 months of employmentAllyon, Inc. is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer adn terms of employment are without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Allyon, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
Medical Tech (Microbiology)
Wellstar Health Systems, Austell
Medical Tech (Microbiology) Cobb Hospital • Austell, Georgia • Night Shift • Full Time • JR-9008 Facility: Cobb HospitalJob Summary: Under the general supervision of the Supervisors, Manager or Director; performs clinical laboratory testing pursuant to established and approved protocols requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility, maintains equipment and records, performs quality assurance activities related to test performance and may supervise and teach within the laboratory setting. Accuracy: Maintains acceptable accuracy in-patient, quality assurance, proficiency, and competency testing. Critical Thinking: Uses clinical/ theoretical knowledge to analyze, investigate, interpret, and report lab data. Job Knowledge: Maintains current personal training, education and practice of policies and procedures. Productivity: Practices organizational skills for efficiency of time, materials, cost, and availability of lab data Communication: Practices information monitoring, investigation, resolution, and hand-off to team members. Performs other duties as assigned Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Maintains acceptable accuracy in patient, quality assurance, proficiency, and competency testing. - a. Meets department standard for correct patient or specimen identification. - b. Meets department standard for error rate in testing or reporting patient or QC results. - c. Consistently documents investigation and correct interpretation of QA failures or trends. - d. Earns acceptable scores in proficiency testing and personnel competency testing. - e. Maintains instrumentation for testing. Uses clinical/ theoretical knowledge to analyze, investigate, interpret, and report lab data. - a. Reports lab data accurately and within established turnaround times and productivity standards. - b. Recognizes the relationship between lab data and clinical findings or expectations. - d. Interprets information from multiple sources Practices information monitoring, investigation, resolution, and hand-off to team members. - a. Complies with Pending Log procedure for tracking laboratory test status. - b. Documents in the LIS all elements of the Notification Value Call procedure. - c. Hands-off information to others according to the department procedure and chain of command. - d. Adheres to WellStar's Standards of Behavior in a consistent fashion. - e. Takes personal responsibility for corrective action on constructive criticism Contributes to the Laboratory's Performance Improvements and inspection readiness. - a. Assists in analysis of new methods for testing including correlations and procedure writing. - b. Assists in inspection preparation. - c. Participates in the Laboratory Performance Improvement initiatives. - d. Practices cost-efficient work processes that maintain high quality laboratory data. Maintains current personal training, education and practice of policies and procedures. - a. Maintains current knowledge and practice of WellStar policies and procedures, including LIS. - b. Demonstrates adequate knowledge of laboratory regulatory compliance. - c. Practices all WellStar and Laboratory Safety Standards. - d. Participates in meetings, committees, task forces and project teams. - e. Completes monthly, quarterly, or yearly educational requirements. Required Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related science except for HEW. Required Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): Med Tech ASCP Certification 1.00 Required Med Technologist (AMT) 1.00 Required Med Technologist (AAB) 1.00 Required Additional Licenses and Certifications: MLS (MT) or equivalent from an accrediting agency approved by Georgia Department of Community Health. Upon Hire Required and HEW, AMT Upon Hire Required and Persons who possess the technologist qualifications and have recently moved into the state or have recently completed the academic and training/experience requirements may be temporarily classified once as technologists for eighteen (18) months to afford the persons an opportunity to successfully complete an approved qualifying examination. within 1-1/2 Yrs Required and MLS (MT) certification eligible candidates must pass certification within 18 months of hire. within 1-1/2 Yrs Required and Active employees with a MT(AAB) or MT (AMT) working as an MT in WellStar as of 9/1/20 will be grandfathered into this position. Upon Hire Required Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 1 year Laboratory experience Preferred Required Minimum Skills: Computer/data entry experience. Ability to communicate with various members of the healthcare team. Ability to use EXCEL, Word and have basic computer operational knowledge. Epic and 3M experience preferred.
Medical Assistant (CMA) - Ears, Nose and Throat
Wellstar Health Systems, Austell
Medical Assistant (CMA) - Ears, Nose and Throat Wellstar Cobb Family Medicine • Austell, Georgia • Day Shift • Full Time • JR-11019 Facility: Wellstar Cobb Family MedicineJob Summary: The Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Physician, Clinical Lead, Clinical Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Supervisor and/or Office Manager. Recognizes patient's needs and symptoms in advance. Provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. Includes preparing patient for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in the medical record. Assists with explaining patient instructions to the patient/family. Demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Performs other duties as necessary related to front office registration, laboratory testing, and radiology functions within a specialty setting. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Clinical and Non-Clinical Duties and Expectations - Register patient upon entrance to facility - Perform all necessary registration operations - Prepare equipment and rooms and aid physician with treatment of patients - Perform vitals and other duties to prep patients - Rotate among various clinical and non-clinical service areas such as lab, x-ray, and front office - Main safety needs of the patient - Cross train other team members 20% Diagnostic Imaging Duties and Expectations - Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist clinical team and physicians in treatment of the patients. - Prepare and position the patients for imaging procedures ensuring all proper techniques including radiation protection. - Obtain optimum views as ordered by the physician - Process images and review for proper identification and quality control. - Cross train other team members - Complete and maintain logs, reports, and documentation 15% Laboratory Duties and Expectations - Properly start lab equipment daily and maintain daily logs and documentation requested - Perform laboratory tests according to orders and instructions - Draw blood samples from patients and perform Point of Care testing - Order and stock supplies weekly - Perform daily quality control and cleaning procedures according to guidelines - Cross train other team members 15% Patient Liaison - Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity. - Always partners with the patient and significant others and/or family (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g.,Huddles; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and explanation of physicians instructions ); keeping the patient at ease in the physician's office, and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care. - Practices using current clinical practice standards. 10% Team Work and Collaboration - Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (huddles, interdisciplinary rounds); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment. - Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. 10% Professional Development and Initiative - Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, and population specific education. - May be asked to serve as a preceptor for onboarding Medical Assistants/students and is an exemplary role model for all staff or students for all disciplines to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling professionalism and creating a healthy work environment. 10% Evidence Based Practice and Research - Promotes Evidence based practice, in regards to safe, quality patient care. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products. - Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems' safety absolutes. May serve as practice Safety Coach. - Participates in data collection poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions. 10% Resources and Support - Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care. - Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., relevant patient populations). - Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources. 10% Required Minimum Education: High school diploma Required and equivalent Required and Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program Preferred and Graduate from a newly formed medical assistant program in which the program has the intent to seek CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.Cert Medical AssistantBasic Life Support or BLS - InstructorAdditional License(s) and Certification(s): Must have successfully passed a Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT) with current and maintained Medical Assistant Credential. Upon Hire Required and Must complete the required OSHA training course for operators of radiology equipment within sixty days of hire. within 60 Days Required Required Minimum Experience: Work experience in a practice setting Preferred and Specific experience in practice specialty Required and Radiology experience, and/or will provide training within first sixty days. Preferred and Phlebotomy certification, and/or will provide training within first sixty days. Preferred Required Minimum Skills: Must be organized and attentive to detail. Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction. Able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills. The employee should also be able to adhere to the WellStar Credo and Code of Conduct.
Medical Assistant - North Cobb Pediatrics
Wellstar Health Systems, Austell
Medical Assistant - North Cobb Pediatrics North Cobb Pediatrics • Austell, Georgia • Day Shift • Full Time • JR-11401 Facility: North Cobb PediatricsJob Summary: The Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Physician, Clinical Lead, Clinical Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Supervisor and/or Office Manager. Recognizes patient's needs and symptoms in advance. Provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. Includes preparing patient for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in the medical record. Assists with explaining patient instructions to the patient/family. Demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Performs other duties as necessary related to front office registration, laboratory testing, and radiology functions within a specialty setting. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Clinical and Non-Clinical Duties and Expectations - Register patient upon entrance to facility - Perform all necessary registration operations - Prepare equipment and rooms and aid physician with treatment of patients - Perform vitals and other duties to prep patients - Rotate among various clinical and non-clinical service areas such as lab, x-ray, and front office - Main safety needs of the patient - Cross train other team members 20% Diagnostic Imaging Duties and Expectations - Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist clinical team and physicians in treatment of the patients. - Prepare and position the patients for imaging procedures ensuring all proper techniques including radiation protection. - Obtain optimum views as ordered by the physician - Process images and review for proper identification and quality control. - Cross train other team members - Complete and maintain logs, reports, and documentation 15% Laboratory Duties and Expectations - Properly start lab equipment daily and maintain daily logs and documentation requested - Perform laboratory tests according to orders and instructions - Draw blood samples from patients and perform Point of Care testing - Order and stock supplies weekly - Perform daily quality control and cleaning procedures according to guidelines - Cross train other team members 15% Patient Liaison - Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity. - Always partners with the patient and significant others and/or family (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g.,Huddles; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and explanation of physicians instructions ); keeping the patient at ease in the physician's office, and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care. - Practices using current clinical practice standards. 10% Team Work and Collaboration - Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model. This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (huddles, interdisciplinary rounds); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment. - Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members. 10% Professional Development and Initiative - Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, and population specific education. - May be asked to serve as a preceptor for onboarding Medical Assistants/students and is an exemplary role model for all staff or students for all disciplines to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforce; modeling professionalism and creating a healthy work environment. 10% Evidence Based Practice and Research - Promotes Evidence based practice, in regards to safe, quality patient care. Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products. - Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems' safety absolutes. May serve as practice Safety Coach. - Participates in data collection poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice. Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions. 10% Resources and Support - Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care. - Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., relevant patient populations). - Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources. 10% Required Minimum Education: High school diploma Required and equivalent Required and Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program Preferred and Graduate from a newly formed medical assistant program in which the program has the intent to seek CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.Cert Medical AssistantBasic Life Support or BLS - InstructorAdditional License(s) and Certification(s): Must have successfully passed a Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT) with current and maintained Medical Assistant Credential Upon Hire Required and Must complete the required OSHA training course for operators of radiology equipment within sixty days of hire. within 60 Days Required Required Minimum Experience: Work experience in a practice setting Preferred and Specific experience in practice specialty Required and Radiology experience preferred, and/or will provide training within first sixty days. Required and Phlebotomy certification preferred, and/or will provide training within first sixty days. Required Minimum Skills: Must be organized and attentive to detail. Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction. Able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills. The employee should also be able to adhere to the WellStar Credo and Code of Conduct.