Reports to the Practice Manager and works under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor and/or Office Supervisor and/or Clinic Coordinator. The Clinical Care Intern is a 6 month paid program with a combination of classroom and patient care duties. Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, performs various clerical and basic clinical patient care duties. After 6 months successful completion of classroom and patient care duties, the Clinical Care Intern will transition to the Clinical Care Assistant with expanded skills.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS
MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of Beacon Clinical Care Intern Program. The ability to speak and write Spanish is preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in performing patient care procedures, observations, treatments and techniques utilized by facility.
Demonstrates high level of interpersonal and communication skills necessary to consistently receive and greet visitors, clients, and staff members in a professional manner.
Demonstrates well developed communication skills to communicate effectively and clearly to a variety of internal and external contacts.
Demonstrates knowledge of billing, office procedures and computer skills.
Demonstrates analytical skills necessary to solve patient problems and interpret data.
Promotes collaboration and innovation in the clinical services to ensure an interdisciplinary approach to improving health care delivery and the quality of patient care.
Working Conditions
Works in a physician office environment.
May require lifting or positioning of patients.
Flexible hours and work schedule required.
Physical Demands
Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.