Sentences with phrase «medical lab settings»

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After at least 10 patients received improper diagnoses owed to pathology lab errors, Winston Salem, N.C. - based Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center has been reviewing 9,291 cases ahead of a June deadline set by CMS that could strip its Medicare certification.

To be clear, functional labs like this are not used to diagnose autoimmune diseases, which is still done in the mainstream medical setting.

The courses offered are ones which teach students the fundamentals of handling and care of animals, assisting with medical and surgical procedures, how to run labs and set up vaccines.

This is because I have a metric crap - ton of experience with metrology and pyrometry (I have set up 2 metrology labs for my division, which is a $ 1 billion in annual sales medical device company).

No lengthy forms, medical exams or lab tests required, however, issuance of a policy may depend on answers set forth in the application

No medical exams or lab tests required, however, issuance of a policy may depend on answers to questions set forth in the application

A medical administrative assistant has to perform a wide range of tasks including communicating with the patients, setting the appointments, preparing patients for exams, assisting the doctor with patient exam, authorizing drug refills, explaining treatment procedures, maintaining electronic medical records, filing of insurance claim, accounting & billing, performing regular lab tests, helping with injections and so on.

Because a medical laboratory assistant analyzes minute and delicate specimens, there is a particular skill set that is essential for you to have, or cultivate, if you expect to be an effective medical lab assistant.

The above skills are directly transferrable and would be effective in performing allergy testing for patients and providing them with diagnoses; working in a lab setting to formulate customized allergy shots for each patient; educating and answering patient questions regarding antigen therapy and immunotherapy; and managing lab services and medical inventory as a Clinical Research Assistant.

The Medical Assisting Instructor will assist students in a classroom and clinical lab setting.

• Accurately file all patients» lab results, x-ray, EKG, SCANS and all miscellaneous documents after doctor signs off • Assists Physician in all Medical examinations • Maintains set - up for collection of all cultures and arranges transportation to Laboratory • Assists in minor surgery, positioning and draping patient, passing instruments • Inventory, Ordering, Facility Maintenance • Screens telephone calls for referral and takes messages for provider • Under the direction of the physician an MA may administer injections of scheduled drugs, including narcotic medications, only if the dosage is verified by the physician prior and the injection is intradermal, subcutaneous, or intramuscular.

SUMMARY: Highly skilled biology lab assistant with vast expertise in setting up and maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment to assist biological and medical scientists.

Medical assisting programs are required to meet set standards, which includes attending lectures, classroom time, and labs.

The classes are taught in a typical classroom setting and taken to a clinical lab setting to practice accurate drug caluculations, measuring and drawing up liquid medications into a syringe, and practicing injection techniquies under the watchful eye of an experienced medical assistant instructor.

These and other clinical skills will be taught intensively in several lab courses and practiced in externships that will be completed in a variety of medical settings.

You may be employed by a medical office, multiple specialty clinic, public health agency, Urgent or emergency care clinic or similar setting, medical labs, insurance companies, and medical billing agencies.

Ability to see, hear, and accurately read and write medical terminology Experience with CLIA waived labs, history and vitals, and blood draws necessary An outstanding bedside manner with both pediatric and adult patients A positive and energetic attitude which inspires other teammates Demonstrated ability and strong commitment to exceptional patient care and customer service principles Possess excellent organizational and record keeping skills Ability to communicate effectively, balance multiple tasks, set priorities, and solve problems independently Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment Technology proficiency is critical, including previous EMR experience and knowledge of Microsoft software products such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Professional Duties & Responsibilities Supervised clinical and administrative operations in a 4 physician primary care private practice Oversaw three physician interventional radiology practice for patients with renal and vascular conditions Managed a hemodialysis clinic serving approximately 200 geriatric residents Served as Primary RN / Charge Nurse in a 37 station hemodialysis center Treated cardiology, oncology, pulmonary, and infectious disease patients in a hospital setting Experienced in outpatient care as well as CCU / ICU and PACU Hired, trained, and supervised nurses, medical techs, and administrative support staff Responsible for team scheduling, performance reviews, and staff development / education Handled phlebotomy, lab work, catheters, medication administration, and vascular access devices Prepared patients for thrombectomy, fistulagram, angioplasty, and other interventional procedures Treated patients suffering from ESRD, diabetes, HTN, and chronic infections Performed triage, admittance, patient histories, charting, scheduling, and billing Oversaw medical equipment maintenance and supply inventory replenishing as needed Directed company marketing and patient recruitment through medical fairs and other community events

Registered Nurse / Instructor — Duties & Responsibilities Provide exceptional patient care and medical team support across multiple medical specialties Skilled in surgical, cardiac, pulmonary, medical, radiology, pediatrics, and emergency room medicine Maintain working knowledge of current medical technology, procedures, and standards of care Create workflows assigning tasks and responsibilities to the nursing team Responsible for scheduling, hiring, payroll, and evaluation of nursing team and support staff Trained in chemical paralytic agents, surgical airways, pericardiocentesis, chest needle compression, and intraosseous access Perform advanced cardiac life support procedures, vasculature access device insertion, and 12 lead EKG's Responsible for intubation, ventilator management, IV and oral medication administration, and monitor line insertion Transport critically ill or injured patients to healthcare facilities and respond to in house codes Maintain professional and courteous communications with patients and family Educate patients and family members in healthy lifestyles and disease management Train nursing students in accepted practices and standards of care Utilize high fidelity mannequins in a variety of situations to develop student critical thinking skills Lead traditional classroom education and scenario debriefs ensuring student comprehension Design and implement engaging curriculum to reach a variety of skill sets and learning styles Offer guidance and support to junior nurses, lab technicians, and medical technologists Oversee confidential patient information, customer service, phones, and other administrative functions as needed Demonstrate ability to remain calm and levelheaded in high pressure situations Perform all duties with positivity, professionalism, and integrity

Director of Nursing — Duties & Responsibilities Manage nursing departments for private and public institutions across a number of specialties Skilled in orthopedics, neurology, medical, surgical, and geriatrics Train, schedule, and supervise junior nursing staff ensuring compliance with applicable standards of care Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets ensuring cost effective operations Maintain working knowledge of current medical technology, procedures, and standards of care Utilize management expertise to enhance patient care while cutting extraneous expenses Oversee patient scheduling, admission, evaluation, and discharge Provide professional and courteous communication with patients and family Assist attending physicians with patient evaluation, monitoring, and implementation of medical care plans Monitor patient condition, chart progress, administer medications, and perform routine procedures Educate patients and family members in healthy lifestyles and disease management Offer guidance and support to junior nurses, lab technicians, and medical technologists Oversee confidential patient information, customer service, phones, and other administrative functions as needed Manage company inventory replenishing medical and office supplies as needed Demonstrate ability to remain calm and levelheaded in high pressure situations Perform all duties with positivity, professionalism, and dedication to high quality patient care

U.S. Navy Naval Health Care New England (Newport, RI) 11/2001 — 11/2005 Advanced Medical Lab Technician • Served as the urinalysis work center supervisor responsible for the efficient processioning and reporting of patient samples • Successfully processed and reported approximately 13,500 patient samples without error • Performed a weekly rotation in hematology, microbiology, immuno - serology, and chemistry benches • Directed junior technicians setting workflow, schedules, and ensuring professional operations