LPN or Medical Assistant-Float

About the role

Responsible for providing professional nursing care for clinic patients under supervision of a medical provider. Assists medical provider and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and medical provider.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient’s general condition and takes vital signs and weight.
• Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials.
• Ensures cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed. Prepares equipment and aids medical provider during treatment, examination and testing of patients.
• Educates patient/family about diagnostic procedures, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness.
• Greets patients and prepares them for medical provider’s examination.
• Obtains, verifies and records health history of patient.
• Maintains/reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Documents care provided or procedures performed accurately in chart.
• Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls.
• Instructs patients and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to infection control and safety guidelines.
• Schedule referrals and tests.
• Administers medication and treatments as directed.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Graduated from approved LPN/CMA program.
• Medical Assistant certification or LPN license preferred.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience.
• Experience with basic nursing principles, protocols and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.
• Knowledge of equipment, supplies and materials needed for medical treatment.
• Experience in appropriate assessment techniques.
• Work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Appropriately interact with patients, families, staff and others.
• Experience with practice management and EHR software.
• Experience with multiple phone lines, computer, fax machine, copier, scanner, medical charts and other office items.
• Experience with use of walkers, wheelchairs, pulse oximetry, oxygen tanks, stethoscope, ear washing instruments, blood pressure cuff, speculums and other nursing items.
• Ability to read and follow written and oral medical orders.
• Experience in planning, organizing and prioritizing individual workflow.
• Experience in administering a variety of treatments and medications, as prescribed.
• Ability to elicit appropriate information from patients to assist the providers in their assessment.

Qualifications

Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Contact Information : Salem Memorial District Hospital
Phone : 573-729-6626
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