Our busy dermatology practice in Calgary's NW Varsity area is growing, and we're adding a part-time (possible full-time) Dermatology LPN to our team. You'll work alongside our current dermatology nurse and physicians, sharing clinical and procedural duties in a cooperative, fast-paced clinic. This role is ideal for an LPN with dermatology experience who takes pride in exceptional patient care and is comfortable assisting with a wide variety of dermatologic procedures.
What You'll Do
Patient care
Room patients during a busy fast-paced dermatology clinic
Maintain accurate health records in our EMR
Educate patients on treatment plans, skincare regimens, and post-procedure care
Conducting patient phone calls, specialty referrals, and various administrative work including completing chart notes and preparing and processing pathology requisitions
Clinical & procedural
Prepare rooms, instruments, and sterile trays for medical and surgical procedures
Provide chairside assistance during dermatologic exams, biopsies, wide local excisions, and other treatments
Perform dressing changes and wound care, and administer medications as directed
Draw blood, collect specimens, and coordinate biopsy and culture submissions with labs
Clinic operations
Manage incoming calls from patients and pharmacies with timely documentation and follow-up
Monitor and replenish clinical supplies and medications
Uphold infection control standards by cleaning and resetting rooms throughout the day
Collaborate closely with physicians and teammates to support individualized patient care
Additional clinical roles to the above as needed
What We're Looking For
Active LPN registration in valuable standing with the CLPNA
Prior dermatology clinic experience (strongly favoured, equivalents considered)
Strong knowledge of dermatology-specific procedures, medications, and terminology
Confident charting in an EMR (Med Access Accuro or equivalebt an asset)
Compassionate and adaptable with diverse patient populations, from pediatric to geriatric; pediatric experience is an asset
Excellent organizational and documentation skills
A team player with a patient-first mindset
What We Offer
Competitive hourly wage
Health/dental benefits
Free on-site parking
A positive, supportive team workplace