CLINICAL ASSISTANT

Summary


Who We Are:


LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.


About the Role:

• Under direct supervision of physician, performs a variety of clinical responsibilities to assist in the examination and treatment of patients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists provider with exam preparation, during the exam, and post exam to ensure all phases of the patient's care are addressed.
• Obtains and documents reason for visit, patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, pulse oximetry, height, and weight.
• Assists providers with examinations; can serve as a chaperone for exams of a personal nature.
• With completion and documentation of education and competencies, performs Point-of-Care (POC) testing which may include EKG, blood glucose, hemoccult, and specific gravity testing.
• Performs quality control and maintains related records.
• Collects specimens and labels as directed using appropriate or specified equipment for collecting and handling specimens such as fingerstick blood glucose, urine dipstick and culture, urine pregnancy test, and hemoccult testing.
• Performs data entry of POC lab results into the patient's chart.
• Ensures all patient care areas are adequately stocked with unexpired supplies. .

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred, must provide proof of satisfactory completion of a clinical assessment for basic vital signs
• Experience: Prior clinical experience
• Certification/License: American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR

Additional Information


What We Offer:


Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.


Growth : Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.


Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support - improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.


Benefits : Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.



Why LifeBridge Health?


With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.


Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.


LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.