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Allergy and Asthma Associates

LVN

Monterey, California•Full-time
$75,920 - $79,040 annually
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About the Job
Our 8-physician specialist office is seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-time LVN to join our busy and fast-paced practice.

Qualifications:
  • Applicant must have great interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to multi-task while being well organized.
  • The candidate must be a graduate of an accredited program for LVN  and have a minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical setting.
  • Dedication to providing excellent patient care.
  • Preferably bilingual in Spanish.
  • The candidate may need to work rotating Saturday mornings.
  • The candidate must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel in Bay Area.
  • Full-time Position offers Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental and Vision benefits.
  • Salary is commensurate based on experience.

Job duties:
  • Performs general nursing care to patients.  Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
  • Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
  • Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.  
  • Performs PFT’s, inhalation therapy, EKG’s, shots, skin testing, and cultures per office procedures.
  • Sets up billing information, asthma status, and no-show information on all shot records for all new patients going on shots.
  • Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials.  Ensures cleanliness.  Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
  • Triage calls as needed.
  • Screens doctors’ messages and makes decisions on patient calls to alleviate the physician workload.  Follows protocols as to what decisions can and cannot be made by a LVN.
  • Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.  Maintains timely flow of patients.
  • Gives shots and judges reactions promptly and accurately.
  • Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination.  Screens patients for appropriate information.  Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
  • Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
  • Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
  • Maintains patient confidentiality.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or physician.

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