Major Responsibilities:Performs and/or assists in surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including epidural steroid injections, neuro stimulator electrode implants, trigger point injections, lumbar sympathetic blocks, regional IV administrations, epidural catheter insertions, radio frequency ablations (RFA's), nerve injections with neurolysis, discographies, vertebralplasties and kyphoplasties.Performs point of care testing and records results. Monitors patient's vital signs before, during, and after procedures.Organizes and prepares procedure room ensuring proper sterilization of instruments and equipment.Provides basic instructions and answers patient's questions prior to procedures. Refers complex questions to RN's or physicians.Maintains working knowledge of all procedural equipment in the department and conducts routine maintenance suggested by the manufacturer and outlined in department policies and procedures.Processes patient prescription requests communicating patient needs to the physician.Prepares equipment for sterile processing by cleaning and wrapping instruments.Orders, receives and stocks pain management department supplies and maintains adequate inventory.Assists clerical staff with office procedures including scheduling of appointments, greeting of patients, entry of patient charges and calling to remind patients of appointments.Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper techniques.Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Education Required:High School Graduate.
Experience Required:Typically requires 2 years of experience in patient care that includes experiences in administering injections, IV insertions and knowledge of prescription medications and dosage instructions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Must be able to work independently.Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Must be able to:-Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.-Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.-Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.Must be able to:-Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.-Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.Exposed to normal office/clinic environment.Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.