Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Orthopedic technician works directly with orthopedic doctors and APP's in the treatment of bone and joint injuries. Principally, orthopedic technology involves the application and removal of casts, splints, and braces. Be able to adjust crutches, walkers and other aids and provide instructions to patients in their use. Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate in a courteous, pleasant, and professional manner with patients, general public, staff members, outside agencies, and all other internal and external contacts. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Practice Manager RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Apply, adjust and remove casts Measure and fit patients for braces and other orthopedic devices Assist Orthopedic Surgeon/APP in reduction of fractures Instruct patient in proper care of cast and splints, including walking with casts and boots Instructing patients with the use of crutches and DME Change dressing and...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The MA is responsible for providing provider support as applicable, and comprehensive direct care to patients and their families under the direction of the provider. This position supports the Practice Director and Manager in coordinating and leading practice personnel to ensure consistent standards of practice and competencies in the delivery of patient care services. The position will perform duties within the scope of practice, ensuring consistency with Memorial Medical Group policies and procedures, standards of care, approved protocols, standing orders and guidelines. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Receives patient from the waiting room and escorts the patient to the exam room. Obtains and records all in-take information in the patient medical record. Records any other department specific information in patient chart. Adheres to all government documentation...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Medical Technologist performs medical laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses to provide data for use in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Assures laboratory results are accurate and reported timely. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Performs quality control studies to ensure accuracy of clinical data. Performs routine preventative maintenance on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure. Verifies instrument functioning by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data. Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment. Conducts chemical, hematological, microbiological, immunological, serological, and immunohematological analyses of body fluids such as blood, urine, spinal fluid, and other specimens submitted for laboratory testing to determine presence of normal and abnormal components. Analyzes test results and...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: 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. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Receives patient from the waiting room and escorts the patient to the exam room. Assists with patient education in conjunction with the physician and/or mid level provider. 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 and family...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Speech Pathologist provides professional skills in the comprehensive evaluation of patients with speech and language swallowing and cognitive impairments and to facilitate habilitative and rehabilitative treatment services. Participates and is certified in scoring outcome measures as required by IRF regulation. Documents and communicates evaluation results, daily progress notes, weekly summaries and discharge notes in electronic medical record. Communicates both written and orally with patients, staff, families and physicians. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Director of Physical Medicine RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Consistently provides appropriate patient assessment and documents functional needs and goals on IRF-PAI. Prescribes appropriate rehabilitation plan of care. Documents swallow precautions in dining room and medical record. Effectively performs patient and family education and training. Proficient in performing...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Physical Therapy Tech prepares patients and equipment for therapy, including obtaining supplies from storage area and positioning them approximately for use. Assists therapists in monitoring of proper performance of exercises, assists with modalities as directed by therapist. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Director of Physical Medicine RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepares patients and equipment for therapy, including obtaining supplies from storage area and positioning them approximately for use. Assists therapists in administering treatments including assisting with transfers or ambulation and gait training to prevent falls. Assists with direct patient care relative to patient's age, culture, and condition under the supervision of the licensed therapist. Transfers and transports patients in a safe and timely manner. Communicates verbally with therapists, assistants, students and other aides to maintain efficient...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Provides technical care for patients within assigned unit of hospital in support of medical care as directed by medical staff and pursuant to objectives and policies of the hospital, the Surgical Technician is responsible for delegated care for all patients assigned to him/her by the RN. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Utilizes principles of aseptic technique and maintains sterile conscience. Accurately gathers appropriate instruments and supplies for all assigned cases. Utilizes universal precautions including protective eye-wear. Performs surgical counts accurately (when applicable). Handles and labels specimens according to policy. Communicates clearly and appropriately with other surgical team members (circulator/physician) Actively participates in Universal Protocol practices as appropriate. Following surgical procedure, readies surgical suite and properly...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Activities Therapy Assistant conducts group activities that are therapeutic and focused on patient needs . SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Activities Therapy Coordinator RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Interviews patients, their families, & others to obtain leisure & developmental histories. Maintains regular contact with each assigned patient to monitor responses to services & identify problem areas. When appropriate, obtains information from family members about patient in regard to past response to treatment or problem areas in work, custody, school, & leisure activities; reports significant information & recommendations to treatment team members. When appropriate, liaison with local community agencies to develop appropriate interventions based on patient needs. Participates in the patients' treatment planning & documents case records. Communicates abnormal variances of emotional &/or cognitive...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Psych Aide provides direct contact with each assigned patient to monitor responses to services & identify problem areas. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Provides physical, emotional &/or cognitive patient care in an appropriate, safe manner. Liaison with various departments of LCMH to patient safety and quality care based on patient needs. - Diligent Training Utilizes effective crisis intervention techniques. Demonstrates ability to conduct environment and patient safety duties (i.e.- room inspections, patient search, belonging searches, monitor visitors for contraband). Communicates abnormal variances of physical data (vital signs, pain, etc.) to appropriate staff. Emotional &/or cognitive data (tearful, hallucinating, etc.) to appropriate staff. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and...

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. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse 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...

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. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse 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...

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. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse 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...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Psych Aide provides direct contact with each assigned patient to monitor responses to services & identify problem areas. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Provides physical, emotional &/or cognitive patient care in an appropriate, safe manner. Liaison with various departments of LCMH to patient safety and quality care based on patient needs. - Diligent Training Utilizes effective crisis intervention techniques. Demonstrates ability to conduct environment and patient safety duties (i.e.- room inspections, patient search, belonging searches, monitor visitors for contraband). Communicates abnormal variances of physical data (vital signs, pain, etc.) to appropriate staff. Emotional &/or cognitive data (tearful, hallucinating, etc.) to appropriate staff. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Payer Response Analyst posts payments both electronically and manually, maintains accurate medical billing records and documents revenue from the patient payments and insurance reimbursement. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Payer Response Supervisor RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Accurately analyzes payments posted on the previous day to perform Balancing on the Daily Balancing spreadsheet. Ability to evaluate transactions posted on an account to ensure all payments and adjustments posted are accurate and determine when an error has been made. Properly determines the appropriate area to assign claims needing additional follow up and assigns those based on each areas guidelines. Analyzes each Payer Explanation of Benefits in order to determine the next step for the account. Accurately processes electronic payments ensuring that all exceptions are evaluated, corrected, and posted. Accurately posts transactions based on...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Clinical Case Management Social Worker performs Social Service assessment and addresses counseling needs. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Director of Clinical Case Management RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Develops and maintains thorough knowledge of referral resources throughout the service area. Facilitates home health and nursing home placements and transfers. Provides positive customer relations in dealing with patients, families, physicians, fellow department employees, other hospital departments, referral resources, service agencies and others. Practices proactive discharge planning and coordination of care. Maintains accurate and timely records, including clinical and progress notes, according to department policy. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The patient access representative registers, schedules, and performs related processing duties for all patients being served by respective clinic. Duties are performed in the EMR system as appropriate. The patient access representative is trained in performing a wide range of skilled administrative and clerical duties. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Practice Manager RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Answers phone with correct salutation. Takes messages when appropriate. Documents all messages into electronic EMR. Greets each patient warmly and cheerfully. Verifies patient information, demographics and insurance coverage is correct. If changes are required, changes the information in the EMR. Checks in the patient in the EMR. Updates and scans updated information and forms into EMR system. In the event a patient does not show for scheduled appointment, a “No Show” letter must be generated in the patient chart in the EMR system....

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The General Lab Phlebotomist collects clinical laboratory samples to be tested in the clinical laboratory. The General Lab Phlebotomist will collect blood samples through the use of skin puncture and venipuncture techniques, urine samples, and other specialty collections. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Assistant Director of Pathology RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Use and maintain Mobile devices and Spectralink phones according to policy. Utilizes departmental communication platforms. Meets blood culture contamination rate of < 1.0%, if applicable campus/area. Utilize blood diversion devices. 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...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Laboratory Clerk processes the delivery of all incoming laboratory specimens. This can include but is not limited to registration, order entry, and receipt of all laboratory samples into the LIS system. After pre-analytic processing, the clerical staff member will then deliver all specimens to the Analytical area of the lab for Medical Technologist to complete testing. All clerical staff members are also responsible for our outpatient area for pre-employment laboratory processing of all LCMH employees and pre-op laboratory services. Clerical staff members will complete daily temperature and disinfection checks. Clerical staff members are also the laboratory’s first line of customer service representation. Each employee will answer and respond to questions or concerns presented by hospital staff or outside organizations. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Assistant Director of Pathology RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Registers patients in...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The LPN is responsible for providing provider support as applicable, and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families under the direction of the provider. This position supports the Practice Director and Manager in coordinating and leading practice personnel to ensure consistent standards of practice and competencies in the delivery of patient care services. The position will perform duties within the scope of practice, ensuring consistency with Memorial Medical Group policies and procedures, standards of care, approved protocols, standing orders and guidelines. The position will also adhere to practice standards governed by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Demonstrates clinical expertise in the care of the assigned patient specialty and is recognized as a resource in practice specialty by providers and staff. Maintains...