LPN Medical Assistant Lead

Overview

United Vein & Vascular Centers is a life-changing healthcare innovator that is rapidly expanding access to state-of-the-art, minimally invasive vein and vascular care as we grow our footprint across the country. The unparalleled outcomes we achieve are made possible by dynamic team members like YOU working alongside our exceptional team of skilled physicians and passionate staff.  Join us on our journey to transform lives as we raise the bar for patient service and outcomes! Explore exciting career opportunities with United Vein & Vascular Centers and unlock your potential!

This position will cover our Georgia Market including the following clinics- Alpharetta, Athens, Duluth and Kennesaw. 

We offer a supportive culture that is driven by deep commitment to the success of our patients and our teams. We invest in YOU and are dedicated to creating individualized opportunities for career advancement. In addition, we invest in our employees by offering:

• Competitive compensation package
• Outstanding work life balance
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401K plan match
• Life insurance (100% company paid)
• PTO and paid holidays
• We invest substantial energy and resources in building a highly-engaged culture where your voice is heard, you are connected to a community of professionals who share your values, and you can thrive.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Technologist Lead Nurse is responsible for the competency and appropriateness of services provided by Clinical Technologists within an assigned market. They will ensure Clinical Technologists perform high-quality, team-based patient care for both clinical and administrative functions. The Clinical Technologist Lead must be proficient in all the roles and responsibilities of a Clinical Technologist to be considered for this role.

• Act as the subject matter expert and oversee Clinical Technologist responsibilities and duties within the Clinical Technologist scope of practice.
• Oversight of onboarding, competency assessment, and ongoing training of all Clinical Technologists in the market.
• Travel to assigned clinics as requested by supervisor or Clinical Program Manager.
• Serve as the trainer and educational resource to Clinical Technologists including training new employees and coaching employees identified as needing additional training.
• Provide oversight and final sign-off for new hire Clinical Technologists.
• Understand and ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, and workflows within scope of practice and scope of responsibility.
• When not actively engaged in coaching or training, assist other staff members with their duties in the spirit of teamwork to ensure effective and efficient clinic operations.
• Seek opportunities for continuous improvement and collaborate with clinical and operational leadership on implementation of Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives.
• Complete assigned peer chart audits and submit to clinical and operational supervisor.
• Collaborate with supply chain team to ensure appropriate medication and supplies are available for clinic operations.
• Oversee inventory is completed in each assigned clinic and information sent to supply chain team by requested date.
• Assist with interviews of Clinical Technologists, as requested.
• Work in conjunction with Facility Administrator and Clinical Program Manger on Clinical Technologists feedback sessions and annual reviews.
• Drive efficient patient flow; use eCW to update patient status throughout visit, promptly rooms patients, perform patient verification process, obtain and documents vital signs, take patient photos, and turn over patient rooms.
• Demonstrate and promote a work culture committed to UVVC’s Core Values: Understanding, Nurturing, Ingenuity, Trust, Excellence, and Diversity.
• Demonstrate behaviors that are consistent with UVVC’s Standards of Conduct as outlined in our Employee Handbook.
• Proactively identify areas of risk.
• Fill in as a Clinical Technologist on a temporary and limited basis, during critical staffing shortages.
• Maintains the confidentiality and security of Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with UVVC policies, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and other applicable laws and regulations. PHI is a top priority of our organization.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• Current State or Multi-State Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
•  Minimum of two years of experience as a nurse in a patient care setting; Previous experience as a Clinical Lead strongly preferred.
• Must have the ability to travel to Alpharetta, Athens, Duluth and Kennesaw clinics. 
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider through American Heart Association.
• Have mastery of standard operating procedures related to: Infection control practices, sterile technique, steam sterilizers (autoclaves), supply management, medication safety and preparation, patient and team safety initiatives and documentation electronic medical record.
• Analytical thinking skills and the ability to exercise sound judgement when making decisions.
• Expert computer skills and electronic medical records documentation.
• Ability to manage activities of the team and motivate others in a team environment.
• Dependable; able to meet reliable attendance and punctuality standards.
• For internal candidates, employment status must be in good standing; no recent disciplinary actions.