Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

Staff Nurse (RN) DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Registered Nurse (RN) works with his/her team partner(s), using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate direct patient care.  The Registered Nurse (RN) works with his/her team partner(s) to provide quality patient care.  As a member of the Patient Care Team, the RN provides hands-on care to patients. Is responsible for making sound clinical decisions and to provide a comprehensive delivery of care to each individual patient; provide a wide variety of patient care activities and services. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Possesses competency in use of technology and computers. Demonstrates competency in the use of Smart Pumps. Demonstrates competency in administering medication. Has knowledge of and utilizes unit specific equipment appropriately.   Organizes patient care and general unit activities to accomplish required functions with delegation of these activities to other staff as appropriate. Collaborates with...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION/RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Greets all customers in a professional and friendly manner. Employee’s body language and tone are welcoming and exudes care and compassion. Quickly ascertain the reason for the visit and ensure the patient is in the correct area. Ensure patients receive a timely registration and typically do not exceed 15 minutes as to keep the patient flow moving thru the area, this also ensures that the clinical schedules are not affected by registration processes. Collects updated demographic information and accurately codes information on all patients, including but not limited to: contact numbers, emergency contact, mailing address, Living Will information, email address, marital status, Patient Type, Point of Origin, Service, Arrival By, OP Location, Visit Status, Insurance Payer, Insurance policy and group number, insurance subscriber, Physician, and occurrence Codes. Employee completes patient estimates using EPRO. Employee is...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Provides on-site asset management services and/or administrative/sales support to assigned accounts to ensure that the Owens and Minor program service goals and objectives are met. To include the support of operating room supplies and devices (Demand Ready and CarePoint) and the support of O&M Technologies as needed. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Perform as needed Inventory Management Services to support our Clinical Inventory Management Program agreements to include performing physical counts, generating/placing orders, product put-away and stocking location maintenance, including on-site organization and corresponding data file maintenance. Generates replenishments based on the physical counts associated with PAR locations, SKU history and reviews with departmental managers as required. Responsible for identifying excess inventory, returning stock and processing credits according to Owens & Minor account return procedures. Schedules meetings...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Responds to, controls and oversees calls for assistance and alarms taking action and intervening to mitigate situations, protects people and property. Patrols, assesses and secures LCMHS properties and provides escorts and education to internal customers. Enforces criminal ordinances and LCMHS policies and works with law enforcement and other community partners Carries and uses authorized security weapons. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Responds to security emergencies: Responds to calls for service, in-progress emergencies, and alarms;  Coordinates scheduled emergency drills; Takes action and intervenes per procedure and protocols to mitigate the situations and to reduce injury, prevent property damage or loss;  Engages in dynamic, potentially violent encounters, uses empty-hand control techniques, handcuffs and authorized security weapons according to policy. Investigates and reports incidents, and prepares written reports; Responds to behavioral health...

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:   The Physician Practice – Medical Assistant - works with providers as needed to provide direct outpatient care.  As a member of the patient care team the MA is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clinical duties. The MA should be able to perform both front and back office functions.  The MA performs a variety of age specific duties in providing direct outpatient care.  All clinical care is done under the direction and supervision of a physician and/or mid-level provider.   This position directly reports to the Practice Manager.      EDUCATION:   Graduate of an accredited medial assistant program, preferred.  Certification as a Medical Assistant, preferred. CPR certification, required.   EXPERIENCE:   Experience providing administrative duties and clinical care in a physician practice or ambulatory clinic setting, preferred. Computer literacy, required.   KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:   Broad range of...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION/RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Organizes and performs clerical activities and data preparation legibly, safely and efficiently. Maintains clerical environment. Communicates appropriately with patients, visitors, and staff and physicians. Performs other assigned duties in an efficient manner (such as Policy and Procedure Manual updates, Education tracker, (Patient, department schedules, agenda and/or minutes (comment with those that apply). EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE High School Diploma/GED 2 years experience Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (as required by department). Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English; Ability to communicate with patients, family, peers and medical personnel; Basic math skills. Requires emotional stability and resilience; Must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrates foresight; Exhibits organizational and leadership ability. Physical Demands/Work Environment Requires professional written and...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Physician Practice – Medical Assistant - works with providers as needed to provide direct outpatient care.  As a member of the patient care team the MA is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clinical duties. The MA should be able to perform both front and back office functions.  The MA performs a variety of age specific duties in providing direct outpatient care.  All clinical care is done under the direction and supervision of a physician and/or mid-level provider.   This position directly reports to the Practice Manager.   RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Receives patient from the waiting room and escorts the patient to the exam room. Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight, chief complaint, medication and allergies in the patient medical record.  Records any other department specific information in patient chart.  Adheres to all government documentation requirements. Records and/or reconciles medical, surgical...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: To provide the basic skills necessary for collection of blood samples through the use of skin puncture and venipuncture techniques. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Uses Mobile devices according to policy. Maintains Mobile devices and Spectralink phones according to policy. Meets blood culture contamination rate of < 2.5%, if applicable campus/area. Meets rejected specimen rate of < 2%, if applicable campus/area. Utilizes proper hand washing. Assists clerks with receiving specimens, answering the phone and other duties when available. Meets established turnaround times for STAT, In AM, Timed and routine orders. Practice methods of preventing infection during venipuncture/skin puncture. Utilizes laboratory computer system, collection lists, and pending logs. Ensure proper collection for specimen integrity. Recognizes anatomic regions and components of the circulatory system. Keeps blood drawing trays and equipment clean and well organized. Performs...

The Physician Practice – Medical Assistant - works with providers as needed to provide direct outpatient care.  As a member of the patient care team the MA is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clinical duties. The MA should be able to perform both front and back office functions.  The MA performs a variety of age specific duties in providing direct outpatient care.  All clinical care is done under the direction and supervision of a physician and/or mid-level provider.   This position directly reports to the Practice Manager.      EDUCATION:   Graduate of an accredited medial assistant program, preferred.  Certification as a Medical Assistant, preferred. CPR certification, required.   EXPERIENCE:   Experience providing administrative duties and clinical care in a physician practice or ambulatory clinic setting, preferred. Computer literacy, required.   KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:   Broad range of administrative and technical skills in the context...

The Medical Assistant performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. They assist the professional and technical nursing staff by performing any delegated duties, specialized procedures and assists with the care of clinic patients. To perform all other duties assigned.   EDUCATION: High school diploma required; Graduate of a Certified Medical Assistant Program preferred Basic mathematical skills Preferred but not required: CPR (lifesaver) certified; Current Medical Laboratory Assistant License Ability to read, write, and speak intelligible English; Ability to communicate with patient, family, peers and medical personnel Requires emotional stability and resilience. Must be adaptable to change and receptive to delegated responsibilities   EXPERIENCE: Experience in providing direct patient care. Physician office setting desirable Computer literacy Previous experience working in...

The Practice Manager demonstrates the ability to achieve individual quality performance in daily duties, is team oriented and seeks to produce timely and high quality results. Reports to the MMG Practice Director. This position is accountable for MMG Clinic, a multiple physician and mid level staffed clinic. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, is responsible for staffing, education, training, coaching and providing direction in order to establish and maintain a high level of quality patient care. The Practice Manager is responsible for the operational and financial status of all this practices.     QUALIFICATIONS: B.S. preferred or 5 years experience in clinic management. Extensive understanding of physician practice operations.   EDUCATION: Bachelor degree in business, healthcare management/administration, or related healthcare field preferred. EXPERIENCE: Five years experience in a multi-specialty medical practice setting or similar ambulatory or business...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Performs various patient care activities and related duties in the GI Lab not required by a licensed professional. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Completes tasks as delegated in order to assist with organizing patient flow and general unit activities as appropriate. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in organizing procedure flow and room turn around for those trained. Ensures scopes are clean promptly and ready for use. Inventories and orders supplies as needed. Possesses competency in use of technology and computers. Maintains reprocessing records. Transports patients to and from the Endoscopy Center. Competently performs unit specific procedures as trained. Makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations. Restocks rooms with supplies. Anticipates needs of additional supplies. Has knowledge of and utilizes unit specific equipment appropriately. Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Nursing Assistant is responsible for  carrying  out physician directed nursing services requiring the application of the biological, physical and social sciences and nursing skills in the care of the sick, the prevention of disease and the conservation of health. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Demonstrates competency in use of technology and computers for patient charting and related functions. Provides physical patient care in a safe manner under the direction of the Licensed Nurse. Performs or assists patient with activities of daily living (showering, bathing, dressing, feeding, activity). Communicates abnormal variances of data (vital signs, pain, etc) to appropriate staff. Collects information regarding patient/patient condition: vital signs, intake and output, food intake. Consistently utilizes basic decision making skills to complete routine tasks. Participates in best practices in a consistent and positive manner; huddles, hourly rounding,...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Physician Practice – Medical Assistant - works with providers as needed to provide direct outpatient care.  As a member of the patient care team the MA is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clinical duties. The MA should be able to perform both front and back office functions.  The MA performs a variety of age specific duties in providing direct outpatient care.  All clinical care is done under the direction and supervision of a physician and/or mid-level provider.   This position directly reports to the Practice Manager.   RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Receives patient from the waiting room and escorts the patient to the exam room. Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight, chief complaint, medication and allergies in the patient medical record.  Records any other department specific information in patient chart.  Adheres to all government documentation requirements. Records and/or reconciles medical, surgical...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The patient access representative registers, schedules, and performs related processing duties for all patients being served by respective clinic.  Duties are done in Practice Management and EMR system as appropriate.   As a member of the clinic team the patient access representative is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clerical duties. Reports to the Office/Practice Manager RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Service Answers phone with correct salutation.  Takes messages when appropriate. Records all messages into electronic EMR after completing request. If patient does not leave required information, patient access representative must call patient back in order to obtain. Greets each patient warmly and cheerfully.  Verifies patient information is correct, demographics and insurance coverage.  If changes are required, changes the information into the Practice Management system. Checks in the patient in the Practice Management...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Physician Practice – Medical Assistant - works with providers as needed to provide direct outpatient care.  As a member of the patient care team the MA is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clinical duties. The MA should be able to perform both front and back office functions.  The MA performs a variety of age specific duties in providing direct outpatient care.  All clinical care is done under the direction and supervision of a physician and/or mid-level provider.   This position directly reports to the Practice Manager.   RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Receives patient from the waiting room and escorts the patient to the exam room. Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight, chief complaint, medication and allergies in the patient medical record.  Records any other department specific information in patient chart.  Adheres to all government documentation requirements. Records and/or reconciles medical, surgical...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The claims escalation analyst monitors liability claims from start to finish, verifying and updating information on submitted claims, reviewing the policy to determine which charges are eligible for reimbursement, reconciling a claims adjuster's estimates, negotiating payment to all parties and following up to ensure that payments are made. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Understands assigned payers allowable calculations in order to preview an account to determine if properly paid and identify when errors are made in payments. Accurately posts transactions based on assigned duties ensuring that keying is correct for all payments, adjustments, ded & coins assignments. Able to evaluate transactions posted on an account to ensure all payments and adjustments are posted and are appropriate. Works with other departments to resolve any outstanding issues delaying claims processing. Communicates effectively with assigned payer and makes appropriate decisions...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The claims escalation analyst monitors liability claims from start to finish, verifying and updating information on submitted claims, reviewing the policy to determine which charges are eligible for reimbursement, reconciling a claims adjuster's estimates, negotiating payment to all parties and following up to ensure that payments are made. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Understands assigned payers allowable calculations in order to preview an account to determine if properly paid and identify when errors are made in payments. Accurately posts transactions based on assigned duties ensuring that keying is correct for all payments, adjustments, ded & coins assignments. Able to evaluate transactions posted on an account to ensure all payments and adjustments are posted and are appropriate. Works with other departments to resolve any outstanding issues delaying claims processing. Communicates effectively with assigned payer and makes appropriate decisions...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Serves meals to visitors and staff of Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and provides additional services as needed. Serves patients meals and delivers to nursing unit. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Maintains the privacy, safety, and dignity of each customer by observing client confidentiality and by strictly adhering to safety and sanitation standards. Ensures accuracy of food items being delivered to the patient and informs patient of meal selection and any therapeutic diet information. Prepares, monitors and provides food by following appropriate menu, production and delivery schedules. Analyzes product periodically as per policy. Completes product to meet standard. Keep assigned work area, tools and equipment clean according to master cleaning schedule. Is knowledgeable of and assists with implementation of policies and procedures, protocols, standards and guidelines as regards to tasks. Actively participates in unit/hospital cost saving and productivity...

Staff Nurse (RN) DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Registered Nurse (RN) works with his/her team partner(s), using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate direct patient care.  The Registered Nurse (RN) works with his/her team partner(s) to provide quality patient care.  As a member of the Patient Care Team, the RN provides hands-on care to patients. Is responsible for making sound clinical decisions and to provide a comprehensive delivery of care to each individual patient; provide a wide variety of patient care activities and services. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Possesses competency in use of technology and computers. Demonstrates competency in the use of Smart Pumps. Demonstrates competency in administering medication. Has knowledge of and utilizes unit specific equipment appropriately.   Organizes patient care and general unit activities to accomplish required functions with delegation of these activities to other staff as appropriate. Collaborates with...