LPN/Medical Assistant/EMT

About the role

HealthPartners is hiring for a LPN/Medical Assistant/EMT position at our West Clinic.

Responsibilities

• Identify common and recurring nursing needs of the patient.
• Recognize the need for and perform routine office procedures and testing in the ambulatory care setting.
• Absorb and provide direct care to patients and families.
• Document observations, actions, and patient outcomes.
• Teach techniques or provide information according to established programs.
• Accurately and appropriately document procedures and treatment in each patient's record.
• Communicate information to other members of the healthcare team.
• Provide the patient and family with current and accurate information regarding the procedure and care.
• Perform telephone screening under direction of RN or MD.
• Serve as a catalyst in improving standards of LPN practice.
• Serve as a role model for technical conduct and practice.
• Provide support to professional and technical staff.
• Solve problems appropriately seeking assistance from members of the healthcare team.
• Effect positive response from patients and other members of the healthcare team through interpersonal skills.

Medical Assistant/EMT Position Responsibilities

• Room patients and complete vital signs and other pertinent physical measurements.
• Administer medication and clinical procedures according to authorized policy and documented according to HealthPartners policy.
• This may include DISCUS or AIMS assessment.
• Review charts for the presence of pertinent information relevant to the patient’s appointment.
• This may include Prepared Practice work as developed by the team.
• Provide and document any needed and requested health educational materials to the patient.
• Handle patient and their records in a private and confidential manner per HealthPartners policy.
• Seek medical and/or nursing assistance when encountering an acutely ill patient or a patient with a changing condition.
• Prepare exam rooms and treatment rooms and set up for procedures.
• Absorb and assist the provider as needed.
• Prepare the patient for medical interventions.
• Prepare charts and records for appointments as indicated by the type of clinic visit according to established practices.
• Check MSRs for completion and route appropriately.
• Process drug refills according to clinic protocols.
• Maintain current practice by obtaining continuing education in relevant practice areas.
• Maintain CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for the LPN position.
• Current LPN licensure in Minnesota.
• Current BLS provider status in accordance with American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills including appropriate use of English grammar and spelling.
• One year working experience as an LPN is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED for the Medical Assistant/EMT position.
• Graduated of an accredited Medical Assistant program OR Graduate of an accredited EMT program and current EMT License.
• Current BLS provider status in accordance with American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including appropriate use of English grammar and spelling.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification or Registration through AAMA or AMT is preferred.

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and will be discussed during the interview process.