CMA/LPN

NATURE OF WORK

Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease management or provide case management. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by the physician.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to perform Essentials Duties as outlined below.
• Certified Medical Assistant or Graduate from an accredited practical nurse program.
• Passed the State Board.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Ability to comply with safety procedures.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Screens patients (height, weight, vital signs, history of problem, etc.) and prepares patients to see the provider.
• Prepares exam rooms for occupancy and assists with the flow of patients to facilitate the processing of each patient.
• Provides basic screening procedures including, but not limited to EKG, audiometry, visual screening, hydroculator, nebulizer treatment, Holter monitor and FAPS.
• Assists the provider with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including Paps, Colposcopy, Cryosurgery, LEEPS minor surgeries, etc., as directed by the supervisor or provider.
• Instructs the patient in certain aspects of health care as directed by the supervisor or provider.
• Responds to patient telephone inquiries, giving factual information according to the nature of the question; secures for the patient information about illness and health problems and reports accurately to the provider.
• Centrally schedules handles patient scheduling, referrals, medical records filing, faxing, calling in prescriptions, and other duties as needed.
• Maintains effective communication with patient, families, and staff.
• Maintains, as directed, the supplies, medications and equipment used.
• Carries out the physician’s orders as directed.
• Administers medications under the direct supervision of the physician.
• Aids in emergencies (lacerations, patients with MIs, etc.).
• Records and completes the patient charts as directed by the physicians.
• Aids in the compilation of various statistical reports as required by the administration.
• Schedules referral appointments and assist in obtaining records and reports from consultations and referrals.
• Operates normal office equipment such as computers, fax machines and copiers as needed.
• Projects a professional image to the public.
• Follows policies and procedures in dealing with clients.
• Supports and helps in the training of new employees.
• Attends inservice trainings and mandated meetings as assigned.
• Aids in maintaining the patient files and medical records.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Competencies: Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills. Utilizes electronic health systems efficiently. Maintains professionalism and patient confidentiality.
• Education (level and type) and Related Work Experience: Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nurse Program or Certified Medical Assistant program. Holds a current unincumbered LPN License or a CMA certification. Possesses basic computer literacy. Demonstrates ability to comply with safety protocols and communicate effectively in English.
• Professional Growth & Development: Southern West Virginia Health System believes our employees should continually develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities. All employees are expected to participate in SWVHS-sponsored professional development activities (e.g., education programs, in-service meetings, training workshops, coaching, etc.) and remain current in their role capacity through individual development activities (e.g., reading current literature, participating in webinars, attending local and/or regional workshops, etc.).