Vo-Tech Co-Op

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

Lab Aide Under supervision as an entry-level lab aide, responsible for registration of laboratory orders, accessioning and transport of specimens, internal and external customer service, and accessioning equipment cleanliness. Requires independent judgment in the performance of the assigned duties.

Patient Care Assistant Under supervision as an entry-level Patient Care Assistant, this role is responsible for providing direct patient care. The Patient Care Assistant participates in data collection, planning and implementation of patient care.

Medical Assistant Co-Op, Care Now Under supervision as an entry-level Medical Assistant this role is responsible for providing direct patient care in an outpatient setting. The Medical Assistant’s primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery of health care management for the practice. This will include actively participating and supporting primary clinical teams. The Medical Assistant is a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization. The Medical Assistant will work with and receive supervision from the practice manager, physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

Radiology Technology Aide Under supervision as an entry-level Radiology Tech Aide, this role is responsible for providing coordination of patient care services while providing support for the technologists. Job duties will include greeting patients in registration area and providing escort to the imaging department. Provide assistance in preparing the patient for the exam specific to each modality. Supply management to include inventory, reorder and restocking of the department supplies in accordance with the department budget. Assist the Radiologist in the reading room as needed. Effective verbal and written communication skills are required. This position also requires the use and understanding of a computer. Medical Terminology is preferred.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lab Aide

Accessioning and transport of specimens to the appropriate testing area, performing campus or reference laboratory.

Operates a centrifuge according to procedure.

Labels blood and non-blood specimens with barcoded labels and aliquots specimen if necessary, according to policy.

Assists with requisition entry task when necessary; works with Lab staff to ensures registration completes the process.

Adds cytolyte to cytology specimens according to policy.

Learns computer downtime procedures.

Prepares specimens for referral (interfaced and non-interfaced tests) to outside reference laboratories which include logging, packaging, and mailing of specimens.

Reviews outstanding list, excepted list, and/or add-on list to assure all specimens accessioned and transported to appropriate testing facility.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Care Assistant

Performs the following tasks as assigned: Vital signs, intake and output measurement, and documentation for all assigned responsibilities.

Follows treatment plan as directed by licensed personnel.

Performs necessary functions to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction with service.

Performs patient mobilization using appropriate and proper body mechanics and assistive device.

Accepts responsibility for providing safe, appropriate, quality patient care.

Communicates changes in patients’ conditions and unit concerns with the unit based team.

Restocks unit supplies as needed.

Performs equipment checks and unit specific maintenance duties as appropriate to unit.

Job Duties & Responsibilities: Medical Assistant

Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives.

Effectively manages the scheduling of appointments and tracking of referrals.

Assists in capturing patient demographic information.

Actively participates in department activities to include: attends departmental meetings; actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified; analyzes current procedures, bringing suggestions for improvement to the attention of team members and supervisors for consideration.

Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services by conferring with physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant.

Completes pre-charting of all value based pieces up to 5 days prior to patient’s appointment. Send messages to the Care Team, when warranted.

Responsible for prepping patients for their examination and escorting them into the exam room. Preparation includes height, weight and vital signs; update medication list; update allergies in record; update personal, family and social history; inquire about smoking status; obtains the reason for the visit.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Radiology Technology Aide

Demonstrate effective and positive communications. Uses skills to bolster the organization/department image.

Reviews the daily schedule for each modality. Greet the patient in the registration area at their scheduled appointment time. Introduces themselves to the patient, correctly identifies the patient verbally by addressing them as Mr. or Mrs. Notification of the patient’s arrival is immediately communicated to the technologist. Patient is informed if there will be a delay in their exam start.

Provide escort for the patient to the correct modality. Assists the technologists,