• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35

Position Summary

The Clinical Coordinator / RN will assist physicians in all treatments and procedures, perform preoperative patient interviews and assessments including pre-op instructions, post-operative patient care and instructions, prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with standards. They will report to the Senior Manager of Process Improvement and Practice Operations.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Site Manager, Senior Manager of Process Improvement and Practice Operations, Medical Director of Outpatient Practices, and Clinical Nurse Director ensuring all competencies and clinical responsibilities are completed accurately.
• Ensuring that Medical Assistants are updated with new medical procedures and techniques. Works closely with the Site Manager in regards to administrative matters.
• Observe, report and record patient's condition, reaction to drugs and treatment, compile and record all patient laboratory information.
• Assist physicians during clinical procedures, and department specific therapies.
• Record patient histories and vital signs, venipuncture, injections and collect/prep specimens.
• Monitor use and ordering of equipment, surgical instruments and supplies.
• Triage calls and advise appropriate clinicians when necessary.
• Assist in improving and maintaining the existing laboratory and pathology tracking system.
• Maintain precise records of all specimens obtained and sent for testing.
• Weekly maintenance of equipment and medications/supplies for emergency carts.
• Ensure all medications and injections are logged and accounted for.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medication in accordance with standards.
• Track and monitor risk management incidents, medication errors and other patient safety issues.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and staff education.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus four years of related experience.
• Must have a current New York State Registered Nurse License and maintain and renew as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years outpatient OB/GYN clinical experience
• ACLS Preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.