VPFW is looking for individuals interested in working within the VPFW clinic this summer.

Responsibilities

• Support the department as assigned, while gaining experience and educational opportunities
• Escort patients to exam rooms/procedure room
• Assist patients as needed with walking transfers, dressing, collecting specimens
• Ensures all related reports, labs and information is available in patients’ medical records prior to their appointment
• Reviews to ensure all forms are completed, properly identified, and signed and that all necessary information in the EHR
• Communicates as needed with physicians and other health care professionals to clarify diagnoses or obtain additional information
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in or have a degree from an accredited university / college undergraduate or graduate program
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Self-directed and able to work without supervision
• Completion of Hepatitis B Vaccine - candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer
• Work consistently requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling
• Must be able to lift and support weight of 35 pounds
• Ability to concentrate on details
• Use of computer for long periods of time