Job Information
Roper St. Francis Medical Nail Technician - RSFPP Orthopedics - North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley - Podiatry in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina
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Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
This position rotates to West Ashley, Mount Pleasant and North Charleston locations.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Medical Nail Technician is a skilled clinical professional that provides indirect and/or direct patient care within the scope of practice and in alignment with the standards of excellence and quality. Under the direct supervision of a Podiatrist, the Medical Nail Technician contributes to the completion of the patient’s chief complaint (including but not limited to providing direct non-surgical foot and toenail care), documenting the patient’s needs, and participating in planning and implementing care for patients.
Essential Job Functions:
Show patients to examination rooms and prepares them for exam or consult with Podiatrist.
Debrides and thins toenails as directed.
Identifies significant changes in the condition of patients’ feet through data collection and reports them to the provider.
Demonstrates standards of excellence in patient care in all interactions.
Instructs patients and family members in self-care of foot; provides pre-printed educational materials to patients and families; documents instructional interventions and patient responses.
Maintains clinical and administrative skills per the departmental competency guidelines to meet patient care and daily operational needs.
Manages in basket messages in the electronic health record (EHR) under the Provider’s verbatim instructions.
Provide authorized prescription and drug refill information for pharmacies as directed by provider.
Successfully completes skills or competency checklists to be able to help physicians examine and treat patients, performing such tasks as handing them instruments, removing sutures, changing dressings on wounds.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required)
Nail Technician License (preferred)
Education
- High School/GED (required)
Work Experience
- 1 year of experience in a podiatry setting (preferred)
Training
None
Language
None
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May have periods of constant interruptions.
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X
Stoop, Kneel X
Crawling X
Climbing X
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing X
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity – far
Acuity – near
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Skills
Ability to record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records
Ability to perform hands on routine foot & nail care
Ability to explain treatment procedures, medications, or physicians' instructions to patients
Ability to clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
Ability to perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms
Ability to collaboratively work with patients, families, and teams within a high-volume environment
Ability to multitask
Ability to use standard office equipment (i.e. computer, copier, phone, fax machine)
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Department:
RSFPP Orthopedics - RSFPP - Specialty Care
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com .