Licensed Practical Nurse / Medical Assistant - Pediatrics (Full Time, Mon-Fri 8a-5p)

Major Job Responsibilities

• Performs general nursing duties, i.e.: escorting the patient to the exam room or office as indicated; preparing the patient for the examination, taking and recording the vital signs, observing symptoms and eliciting information from the patient and reporting to the provider during the examination as necessary; carrying out or assisting with procedures and/or treatments as directed by the provider.
• Prepares the patient records before the visit insuring that all reports are available; maintaining an accurate record of all medications, injections and treatments administered to the patient during the course of the visit; checking patient record following the exam, and completing necessary requisitions, and making appointments for the patient with other departments or offices as indicated.
• Directs and supervises other health care personnel in clinic, including delegation of duties to other clinical staff as appropriate and within their scope of practice.
• Screens all phone calls to the provider to determine if an appointment is indicated; calls patients on the phone to relay instructions or advice from the provider as indicated. Performs patient teaching and/or nursing checks in accordance with provider guidelines.
• Affords assistance in other offices when directed by the Director of Nursing or designee; performs other tasks and duties as directed by the provider and/or the nurse in charge.
• Maintains or oversees sanitary conditions in the office at all times; orders medical and clerical supplies as required.
• All other miscellaneous responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing; Licensure as a LPN in the State of Hawaii required; Active/unexpired CPR/BLS Card required.
• Skills/Knowledge: Ability to manage several tasks at the same time; works overtime as needed; updates education on own as necessary; knows and uses principles of good body mechanics.
• Desired/Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrates effective communication and telephone skills; computer literacy preferred.

Environmental Factors

• Walking (85%); sitting (15%); lifts 25 lbs. with occasional heavier loads.

Characteristics

• Physically fit to perform the duties of the position; Willingly participates as a member of the nursing team; possesses effective organizational skills and maintains a “can-do” attitude.

Company Information

Maui Medical Group is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We actively seek diversity among our employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex/gender (including gender identity/expression), ancestry/national origin, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws. We further encourage individuals with disabilities, minorities, and veterans to apply.