Responsibilities
- Support pre-operative and post-operative patient visits and surgical processes.
- Inform patients about pre- and post-surgical care, recovery protocols, and clinic guidelines.
- Observe patient reactions and report urgent issues to a registered nurse or physician.
- Ensure proper clinical recordkeeping and adherence to patient privacy regulations under HIPAA.
- Follow established safety practices and instrument sterilization procedures in the clinic.
- Prepare operating room setups, position patients appropriately, and ready surgical instruments.
- Record accurate intraoperative details, including Time Out verification and surgical documentation.
- Follow protocols for laser safety, medication labeling, and proper equipment use.
- Help with post-procedure cleanup, wound dressing, and patient release procedures.
- Monitor inventory levels and manage medical supplies and equipment upkeep.
- Utilize internal systems such as the Manuals Portal and QM for compliance tracking and records.
- Attend scheduled team meetings, training sessions, and maintain all required certifications.
- Support tasks like photograph uploads, appointment coordination, and routine clinic operations.
- Demonstrate professional conduct, build positive patient relationships, and apply sound clinical decisions.
- Follow OSHA, AAAHC, and internal quality standards in daily clinical practice.
- Contribute to achieving clinic performance metrics and key performance indicators.
- Remain updated on organizational policies, procedural updates, and safety documentation.
Other
This position description covers the core duties but is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may be adjusted or expanded based on operational requirements, within the scope of the role, professional license, and regulatory compliance.
