Occupational Health Licensed Practical Nurse - Fayetteville, NC

About the role

Support medical providers and perform clinical duties such as welcoming visitors and patients, taking medical histories, assisting providers during exams, phlebotomy, collecting lab specimens, basic lab testing, prepare and administer injections and vaccinations, and medical supplies organization and stocking. Help patients feel at ease in the health center office and often explain the provider's instructions. Perform administrative duties such as maintaining general office organization, confidential medical records security, handling correspondence, and maintain a pleasant and sanitary environment. Requires flexibility and adaptability to assure consistent and seamless high quality customer service. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to): Collecting medical histories (diagnosed medical conditions, medications, allergies, hospitalizations, etc.), preparing patients for examinations. Collect and record vital signs accurately. Relay urgent requests and emergencies to the provider as appropriate. Collect data and address immunization status of employees. Coordinate ordering of lab tests and immunizations when needed. Track compliance with initial and annual employee health requirements as directed. Inform provider of any renewals and areas of concern. Assist in monitoring of employees who have a work injury or contagious illness. Contact provider immediately if conditions change for quick reassessment. Instructing patients about medication and special diets, providing brochures and literature, and explaining treatment procedures to patients as directed by the provider. Providing outstanding customer service, patient care and overall concern for patient wellbeing and safety. Assisting the physician during examinations Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens and appropriate paperwork Performing basic laboratory tests Preparing medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections-including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant) Transmitting prescription refills as directed Phlebotomy Wound care and changing dressings Follows HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality Maintaining accurate inventory of valid and unexpired medical and general supplies, order as needed. Keeps rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, washes and dries instruments used, and prepares sterilization as required. Ensure medical storage systems such as lab storage, vaccine storage, medication dispensary, etc., are well organized, labeled, safe, and sanitary. Occupational Health Aid providers in fitness for duty examinations and pulling medical records and necessary documentation for appointments and assessments. Provide assistance to Providers and RNs to handle work related documents such as injury reports, Worker's Compensation and benefits forms, etc. Assist with authorizations and referrals. Assist with immunization programs and administering vaccines. Partner with providers, clients, and other departments within Marathon Health to help with employee wellness programs and promotions, safety days and events, fitness fairs and incentive programs, etc. Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to): Review Athena workflow updates and communicate to the team as appropriate. Provide general office administration including welcoming patients, answering telephones and voice mails, answering questions and providing resource materials and documents. Monitor and maintain general office organization, supplies, furniture, and equipment. Order office supplies as needed. Contact IT for computer and software issues. Communicate any housekeeping, facility (light bulbs, etc.) and maintenance needs to appropriate contact. Schedule/reschedule appointments according to office hours and provider availability Updating, mai