Acton Medical Associates is an independent medical practice committed to delivering exceptional primary care to both pediatric and adult patients. Our team consists of dedicated physicians and highly skilled healthcare professionals who collaborate to provide personalized, top-notch care to every patient. The integrity and expertise of our team fosters trust among our patients while bringing peace of mind to their families. We take pride in implementing nationally recognized quality programs that are specifically designed to support our patients and their families.
Acton Medical Associates, PC a busy adult and pediatric primary care practice is seeking full-time Nurse for our Internal Medicine and Pediatrics departments to join our team. Our mission is to provide quality care for our Internal Medicine patients.
Essential responsibilities and core values:
- Triage patients over the telephone. Assesses and evaluates their concerns. This includes screening the illness, advising the patient in home self-care when appropriate and facilitating an office visit with physician when necessary. Responsible to decide and coordinate timeliness of visit i.e., emergency room, urgent, this week, next week, etc.
- Teach patients (and parents/guardians/family members) about diagnosis, treatment, medications and diet. Provides emotional support to patients and parents. Coordinates patients' needs with all other departments as needed.
- Complete all required paperwork and documents care rendered in all appropriate locations.
- Use the electronic medical record to document patient care and to communicate with providers and other staff regarding same.
- Refill patient prescriptions adhering to principles of safety and medical knowledge.
- Responsible to assist staff members and to stay current with procedures, policies: and protocols.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Current Massachusetts licensing and CPR certification required.
- Experience with phone triage in a group practice preferred.
- Electronic medical record knowledge. EClinicalWorks experience a plus.
- Weekend and holiday rotation required (1-2 per month)
Acton Medical Associates is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives innovation, and the success of our business. It is our fundamental policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
