Required:

Possession of current BCLS certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Working knowledge of abnormal laboratory values

Ability to recognize and intervene in emergency situations.

Skill in usage of medical diagnostic equipment, as well as working knowledge of instruments and supplies required to perform clinical procedures and physical examinations.

Ability to effectively elicit pertinent clinical information such as presenting complaints from patients and referring professional, and make appropriate assignments based on established guidelines.

Ability to accept direction from administration and act promptly

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, peers, physicians and administrators

Skill in listening perceptively, conveying awareness and responding to patients and visitors with health concerns using tact and discretion.

Ability to interact diplomatically and sympathetically with patients, their families, and general public in a high volume, public setting

Skill in performing with frequent interruptions and/or distractions including the ability to accept equivocal circumstances and responds to changing priorities and deadlines.

Ability to maintain composure in the face of resistance, indifference and hostility.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and to work with sensitive and confidential information using discretion and judgment.

Preferred:

Working knowledge of outpatient practice operations