Clinical Coordinator

Job Description:

BHMG -Primary Care Kresge

Full time Clinical Coordinator

The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for ensuring efficient patient flow through a combination of appropriate clinical staff scheduling and working directly with providers - providing patient care within the scope of certification and training.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Handles patient call backs and prescriptions refills within the scope of the certification for this position

• Administers medication and injections as directed by the provider

• Prepares in advance for the provider's clinic to run smoothly by checking the schedule and the patient record to make sure all documents are available for provider viewing

• Administers IV therapy as directed by the provider if within the scope of training

• Able to perform phlebotomy

• Performs EKG's, PFT's, spirometry, nebulizer treatments and ear irrigations, and other procedures appropriate to level of training and within the scope of the certification of this position

• Performs in-office lab testing such as glucose testing, strep screens, pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and HgbA1c as directed by the provider

• Perform sterilization on instruments used for minor procedures/surgeries

• Oversees quarterly OSHA safety meetings

• Coordinates staffing to ensure adequate coverage in the clinical area

• Monitors clinical staff performance and conducts annual competency evaluations in conjunction with the Practice Manager

• Checks expiration dates on supplies and samples; orders supplies as needed to maintain adequate inventory.

• Interviews and recommends hiring of new clinical employees in conjunction with Practice Manager

• Holds regular clinical staff meeting

• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job related hazards, and national patient safety goals

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting Program; School of Nursing and/or Health Related field

• Certification / Licensure required, higher education preferred

• 5 years' experience in direct patient interaction in a physician office setting

• BLS certification (must be obtained within 90 days of hire)

• Supervisory experience preferred

• Computer skills preferred

medical assistant, MA, CMA, certified