Tl Wolvert

Experience

1. Clinical Assistant Cma (Aama)

   Essentia Health

   Jul 2022 — Present · Brainerd, MN, US

   Direct Patient Care:Room and assess patients, anticipating appropriate preparation of the patient for the physician visit.Assist the physician with procedures and treatments as necessary.Prepare and administer medications or vaccines according to standard procedure and as ordered by the physician or standing order.Operate correctly a variety of pieces of medical equipment including, but not limited to EKG, oxygen, spirometer, audiometer, nebulizer, wheelchair, and exam tables.Assist other LPN/CMA staff as needed.Perform or assist with dressing application and removals as ordered.Instruct patients appropriately regarding prescribed therapies and preparations for ordered procedures.Indirect Patient Care:Document vitals, treatments, interventions, medications, and essentials notes in the patient\'s medical record according to clinic policy.Stock supplies as needed in patient exam rooms and common storage areas.Assist physician and reception/scheduling staff in maintaining an accurate daily schedule providing efficient patient flow.Schedule lab tests, x-rays, consults, surgeries, hospital admission or other appointments as ordered by physician, seeing that all necessary authorizations are complete.Call, fax or electronically send prescription refills as ordered by physician or standing order and document according to policy.Facilitate communication between patient and physician and provide general clinic information in a professional manner.Identify and follow appropriate procedures for emergency calls.Problem solves and secures alternate solutions as necessary.Utilize excellent customer service skills in order to positively impact the experience of care for our patients, their families and other service partners.Demonstrate Standards of Excellence when other duties are assigned.