Clinical Coordinator

The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for ensuring efficient patient flow through a combination of appropriate clinical staff scheduling and working directly with providers - providing patient care within the scope of certification and training.

Requirements

• Handles patient call backs and prescriptions refills within the scope of the certification for this position
• Administers medication and injections as directed by the provider
• Prepares in advance for the provider’s clinic to run smoothly by checking the schedule and the patient record to make sure all documents are available for provider viewing
• Performs in-office lab testing such as glucose testing, strep screens, pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and HgbA1c as directed by the provider
• Perform sterilization on instruments used for minor procedures/surgeries
• Oversees quarterly OSHA safety meetings
• Coordinates staffing to ensure adequate coverage in the clinical area
• Monitors clinical staff performance and conducts annual competency evaluations in conjunction with the Practice Manager
• Checks expiration dates on supplies and samples; orders supplies as needed to maintain adequate inventory
• Interviews and recommends hiring of new clinical employees in conjunction with Practice Manager
• Holds regular clinical staff meeting
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job-related hazards, and national patient safety goals