TCHP Allergy Coordinator - Ear Nose Throat - Full Time - Days

Job Description Responsible for all aspects of care for the Allergy patients after the Physician sees the patient and orders the patient's testing and care. Responsibilities Takes a detailed history of patient by phone or in person to help determine the type of testing to be done. Schedules the patient for the appropriate testing. Obtains consent for testing and scans to patient record. Performs skin testing (Multi-test, Intradermal or both), or if blood testing is to be done, makes sure the appropriate panels are ordered in Epic. If testing is to be done outside TCH lab, ensures the patient has the appropriate written order. Reviews the initial results of the testing with the patient and schedules them for follow up with the Physician if indicated. Provides appropriate patient educational information based on the results and records it in Epic for meaningful use. Calculates the results for the Physician to review. If treatment is indicated by the Physician, formulates the appropriate treatment, either injection vials or SLIT vials. Has the ordering physician review and sign the calculation. Schedules the patient to begin treatment, prepares the treatment vials, and obtains appropriate consent and scans. Educates the patient on their treatment protocols, has the patient sign and scans to record and gives the patient a copy for their records. Administers the treatment according to protocols. Monitors the patient for 20 minutes after treatment is administered, noting any reactions, and follows protocols. Maintains the treatment vials for all patients and ensures the patient sees the ordering physician once a year for follow-up and reordering as necessary. Orders and maintains all supplies used in the Allergy department, checks expiration dates and ensures everything is on hand at all times needed for the patients' testing and treatment. This includes mixing and maintenance of testing and treatment boards. Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the allergy department in the offices to which the employee is assigned. Assists the physician and other clinical staff in the clinic as time allows or is required, and performs other duties as assigned by the physicians on an as needed basis. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent with successful completion of a medical assisting program required. Certified/Registered MA preferred. Years of Experience: 1–3 years of medical assisting experience required; allergy testing experience preferred. Required Skills and Knowledge: Proficient in clinical skills listed in Appendix A. Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, EMR and scheduling systems). Strong verbal and social skills to facilitate working respectfully with patients, physicians, visitors, co-workers, and drug reps in person or by telephone. Licenses & Certifications: Certified/Registered MA preferred. BLS certification required. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Christ Hospital Health Network