LPN OUTPATIENT LEAD - Rheumatology

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How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

The Lead LPN Outpatient

• Coordinates, plans, and organizes clinical activities in the physician office under the direction of the Site Manager. Participates in patient care delivery, develops clinical staff schedules, and manages patient flow. Complies with all federal, state, local, Carilion Clinic, and departmental policies and standards.

• Assists the Site Manager in identifying, reviewing, and recommending improvements to clinical care and outcomes. Serves as a liaison between the Site Manager and clinical staff.

• Supports recruitment, selection, and retention activities for clinical staff.

• Coordinates onsite orientation for new clinical staff and completes clinical skills and orientation checklists in collaboration with the Site Manager. Assists with annual competency validation and performance evaluations and ensures completion of required in-services.

• Supports ongoing staff performance improvement, development, and addresses performance concerns through coaching and education.

• Researches and recommends equipment purchases, including pricing and vendor options. Orders and maintains supplies and equipment and coordinates maintenance as needed. Maintains clinical areas, including exam, treatment, x-ray, and lab spaces as applicable.

• Ensures compliance with safety standards and regulations, including OSHA and MSDS requirements. Trains staff on safety practices and ensures completion of annual health requirements.

• Assists with referral authorizations, specialist consultations, and preauthorizations for tests and ancillary services as needed.

• Contributes to Carilion Clinic’s performance improvement activities.

What We Require:

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing required.

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in a physician office setting required.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required. AHA BLS-HCP required.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required. Basic computer skills required, including the ability to utilize electronic patient records. Strong problem-solving skills.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

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For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color,  religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive.  That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training