LPN/CMA

Southern WV Health System is looking for someone who wants to become part of a supportive, positive workplace where your contributions truly matter.

About the role

Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease management or provide case management. Since the Licensed Practical Nurse / Medical Assistant is usually the patient’s first direct contact with the medical staff, a pleasant and sensitive attitude is a must.

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.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Assists with emergencies (lacerations, patients with MIs, etc.).
• Records and completes the patient charts as directed by the physicians.
• Assists with the compilation of various statistical reports as required by the administration.
• Schedules referral appointments and assists 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.
• Submits documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Supports and helps in the training of new employees.
• Attends in-service trainings and mandated meetings as assigned.
• Assists to maintain the patient files and medical records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited practical nurse program or Certified Medical Assistant program.
• Passed the State Board and holds a current unencumbered LPN License or CMA certification.
• Working knowledge of computers and basic computer literacy.
• Ability to comply with safety procedures.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills.
• Utilizes electronic health systems efficiently.
• Maintains professionalism and patient confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Vacation time
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match after your first year of full-time employment

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).