Medical Asssistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Clinic - Dermatology

About the role

We want our teammates and their families to Live Well. You will be helping our patients live well by:

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information (i.e., chief complaint, allergies, and/or medications).
• Makes sure to monitor and complete Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician for opportunities within their scope.
• Performs laboratory procedures (i.e., strep test, wound culture, specimen collection, etc.) using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines.
• Aids the Physician/Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.
• Administers routine medications, under Physician/APC orders or medical group approved standing orders/protocols, which may include but are not limited to immunizations, antibiotics, vitamins, and topical agents.
• Fulfills necessary procedure or test requests, pre-approved care algorithms, new appointment times and referrals to other facilities or services.
• Communicates with Physician/APC and other members of the health care team to ensure smooth clinic flow and adjusts as necessary.
• Effectively communicates accurate and timely information with the patient.
• Might perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks or skills based on the specialty and appropriate competencies such as but not limited to removal of sutures and staples, laboratory procedures (throat/nose culture, drug screen), phlebotomy - butterfly, venous heel stick, EKG, spirometry, Holter monitor application, prescription refills using approved protocols, etc., under clinical supervision.

Requirements

Licenses & Certifications:

• LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Active License issued by the state in which the team member practices, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Medical Assistant: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Highly preferred- medication administration.
• Highly preferred - Phlebotomy experience.

Qualifications

Education and/or Degrees Required:

• LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing
• Medical Assistant: GED or HS Equivalency Diploma
• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, or 2 years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 5 years

Skills

Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills, within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians.

Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems.

Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other team member, when available.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills.
• Will be required to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program