Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Full-Time
Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, a Platinum Dermatology Partners company, is seeking an experienced LVN to assist the world-renowned dermatologists in our innovative, fast-paced cosmetic practice. This candidate must be committed to executing exceptional customer service with excellent listening, oral and written communication skills. We are looking for an individual who is a team player as well as able to function independently. This individual must be professional, tactful, mature and able to interact well with diverse personalities. The ideal candidate for this position will possess strong critical thinking skills along with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities. Time management skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information are also critical to this position. Finally, this position requires an individual with the ability to educate patients with confidence.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Certified Licensed Vocational Nurse
- 2+ yrs. of Dermatology/Cosmetic back office medical experience preferred
- Knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, and other regulatory issues pertaining to group practice
- Knowledge of EMR systems, Nextech preferred
- Must be computer literate with proficient Microsoft Office skills and able to operate basic office equipment such as a phone, fax, copier, printer etc.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists doctors with the daily patient flow of the clinic by rooming patients in a timely manner, reducing waiting times.
- Keeps clinic workflow moving, focusing on productivity and efficiency, including ensuring exam room is set up, supporting provider productivity, reviewing chief complaint with patient prior to visit with provider and calling in medication to pharmacy.
- Performs nursing tasks, demonstrating Clinical Competency, including but not limited to administering medications correctly, setting up sterile field correctly, and performing equipment disinfection and sterilization correctly.
- Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with department standards.
- Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary care team and support services including physicians, Medical Assistants, Patient Coordinators and others.
- Reviews daily clinical and surgical schedule and is able to anticipate appropriately.
- Documents clinical and surgical chart notes appropriately and accurately.
- Ensures exemplary patient care and patient service is provided at all times.
- Consistently follows Policies and Procedures to ensure positive patient outcomes.
- Attends department meetings.
- Increases physician and or provider’s overall patient retention.
- Phone triage in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Assist in all aspects of a clinical and surgical environment.
- Responsible for helping educate patients regarding cosmetic services recommended by the physician.
- Patient re-activation calls
- Other Duties: Completes projects, performs other duties and assumes various responsibilities as determined by management.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
- Overtime pay
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Cosmetic Dermatology or Plastic Surgery: 1 year (Required)
- EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Vocational Nursing license (LVN) (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- San Diego, CA 92121 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Diego, CA 92121: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person