LPN or MA (Medical Assistant): Forest Park Clinic

About the role

Average work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm.

Responsibilities

• Provides support in the medical field by performing various medical and clerical activities to assure quality care and a more efficient workplace.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms.
• Obtains and documents data such as chief complaint, allergies, vital signs, pain levels, medication history, and fall risk.
• Anticipates and prepares exam rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
• Assists with exams and procedures as requested.
• Utilizes written policies and procedures and universal precautions when performing lab/diagnostic tests or procedures.
• Reports and documents critical lab/diagnostic test values to providers.
• Maintains quality control as needed, including logging, proficiency tests, maintenance records, etc.
• Schedules patients for office appointments, lab/diagnostic tests, and referrals.
• Reviews written test preparation handouts with patients and documents in medical records.
• Refers patients to providers/nurses if patient education is required.
• Completes charge tickets and submits charges in the electronic health record, identifying and initialing all billable supplies and services.
• Obtains ABNs as necessary per e-LMRP.
• Administers medications with emphasis on patient safety, documenting administrations.
• Maintains competency in administering medications via various routes: IM, SQ, ID, oral, inhalation, ocular, optic, topical, sublingual, and nasal.
• Documents notifications and follow-ups for phone messages under direct supervision of a provider.

Requirements

• A minimum of six months work experience in a health care facility performing duties related to patient care is preferred.
• Additional experience involving computer knowledge is desired.
• Education: Medical Assistant Graduate of an approved school for medical assistant required. Credentialed as a medical assistant is required (CMA, RMA, NCMA). CCMA certification is accepted with successful completion of a training program.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Pay

Details on pay structure are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

Average work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm.