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Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility that offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Rutherford Regional is dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet their healthcare needs. We provide our services in a caring, professional environment through the teamwork of our medical staff and employees.

Rutherford Regional Health System’s partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare is bringing the pieces together to transform healthcare in Rutherford County. Duke LifePoint Healthcare is a joint venture of Duke University Health System, one of the country’s leading academic health systems, and LifePoint Health, a leading healthcare company dedicated to Making Communities Healthier. These two forces joined because of the shared interest in collaborating with hospitals, healthcare providers and patients to bring high quality, innovative healthcare services to communities. Duke LifePoint combines Duke’s unparalleled expertise in clinical excellence and quality care with LifePoint's extensive resources and knowledge and experience operating community hospitals and healthcare organizations.

Rutherford Regional Health System includes the following: Rutherford Regional Medical Center, Rutherford Family Care, Rutherford East Family Care, Forest City Family Care, Chase Family Care, Polk Medical Specialties, Rutherford Orthopedics, Rutherford Urology, Rutherford Children's Care, Premier Women’s Care, The Mammography Place, and Rutherford Surgical Associates.

Clinical Lead will report to the Practice Manager and will oversee all activities of the day to day operations at each individual clinic. This position will supervise clinical and non-clinical staff, maintain compliance with OSHA, Infection Control, CLIA, and manage inventory and supplies.

*Essential Functions:*

Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history, medication listing, assessing visual acuity and determining chief complaint.Completes all necessary documentation in the patient's medical record in accordance with practice's charting policy.Prepares equipment and assists providers with medical treatments, exams and procedures.Assisting with examination, biopsies and surgical procedures, dressing changes, suture removals and allergen patch testing.Educate patients on treatment plans and expectations.Perform phlebotomy for patients when directed by the provider.Formulate and obtain proper informed consents for in-office procedures.Proper completion of pathology and laboratory requisitions.Answer telephone inquiries from patient, their families, or other providers concerning treatment, medications, laboratory results, surgery or related concerns.Respond to urgent and emergency situations as needed.Supervising staff at the assigned locations.Act as the point person for any issues that arise in the office. Report issues that require further attention to Practice Manager.Complete daily, weekly, and monthly OSHA related tasks to ensure that the office maintains compliance with all OSHA regulations.Complete mandatory SPICE (Statewide Program for Infection Control and Epidemiology) training.Completes mandatory NCIP and VFC training for the North Carolina Immunization Program. Will be the primary vaccine coordinator if applicable.Ensure proper infection control practices are being utilized throughout the office.Check inventory of all clinic supplies (amount of supplies as well as expiration dates) on a weekly basis and report any items that need to be ordered to the Clinic Coordinator.Ensure all supplies are unpacked and stored appropriately immediately after they are delivered.Maintain organization of the clinical spaces by doing a weekly check of the sample closets, supply bays, and labs. Remove any clutter an put all items in their designated locations.Continuously monitors the operation of the practice and revises operational procedures as necessary.Reviews employee schedules, time and approves sick and vacation time before sending to Practice Manager for final approval.May be asked to assist Practice Manager in hiring of new employees for that site.Perform clinical competencies on new hires and annually for all clinical staff.Perform other administrative, clerical, or clinical tasks as needed.

Minimum EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent is required.Associate's Degree in Medical Assistant or LPN preferred.

Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

*Licenses:*

Current LPN license to practice in NC (NC license or multi-state compact license) or Certified Medical Assistant.

BLS- required

Minimum Work Experience3 or more years experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN is required.3-5 years’ experience in a leadership/supervisory role is preferred.Knowledge of medical terminologyExceptional communication and interpersonal skills.Well organized with keen attention to detail.Good problem solving and analytical skills.Excellent computer skills.Ability to work with a team or independently.Must have your own transportation and be willing to work in all locations.Experience working in a Medical Practice strongly preferred.

*Benefits -** Wide range of benefits options!*

Here at Rutherford Regional, you choose your own Medical, Dental, and Vision plans from a variety of competitive options that give you the coverage that best fits your needs.

* HSA

* 401(K) retirement plan contributions

* Generous Paid Time Off

* Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

* Prescription Assistance with OptumRx

* Income protection programs for the entire family such as life insurance, Short/Long-term Disability, and Identity Theft.

* Employee Assistance program at no cost to you to provide emotional, legal, financial, and daily life support for your entire household. Services are available 24 hrs. a day, 7 days a week.

* Free travel and entertainment discount program to ensure you enjoy your time away from work.

*Why join our team?*

We are dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet their healthcare needs, and we believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal. Rutherford Regional is growing its team of dedicated health care professionals. If you are looking to start a career that cares, are passionate about changing lives, and ready to work in a supportive environment in a close-knit community, apply today!

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**Organization:** **Rutherford Physician Practices*

**Title:** *Clinical Lead - Polk Medical Specialties*

**Location:** *NC-Rutherfordton*

**Requisition ID:** *7462-9783*