LPN/CMA

About the role

Southern WV Health System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse / Medical Assistant who wants to contribute positively to a supportive workplace. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.

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.
• Centralized scheduling 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 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.
• Fulfills all 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform Essentials Duties as outlined above.
• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nurse Program or Certified Medical Assistant program.
• Holds a current unincumbered LPN License or a CMA certification.
• Possesses working knowledge of computers.
• Ability to comply with safety procedures.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.

Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Utilizes electronic health systems efficiently.
• Maintains professionalism and patient confidentiality.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including vacation time, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match after the first year of full-time employment.

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

M-F Dayshift