Occupational Health Licensed Practical Nurse - Akron, OH (40 hours weekly, PTO, Paid Holidays and Benefits)

About the role

Marathon Health is a leading advanced primary care provider, partnering with employer and union plan sponsors to improve health for millions of Americans. With nationwide onsite, nearsite, and network health centers, and virtual primary care, Marathon delivers a value-based model that enhances the healthcare experience for members and providers, while driving meaningful cost savings for plan sponsors. Marathon is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, reflecting the company's commitment to building an inclusive, high-trust culture where all employees can thrive.

Responsibilities

• Collecting medical histories (diagnosed medical conditions, medications, allergies, hospitalizations, etc.), preparing patients for examinations.
• Collect and record vital signs accurately.
• Relay urgent requests and emergencies to the provider as appropriate.
• Coordinate ordering of lab tests and immunizations when needed.
• Track compliance with initial and annual employee health requirements as directed.
• Inform provider of any renewals and areas of concern.
• Absorb and address immunization status of employees.
• Care for employees who have a work injury or contagious illness.
• Instruct patients about medication and special diets, provide brochures and literature, and explain treatment procedures to patients as directed by the provider.
• Assist in monitoring of employees who have a work injury or contagious illness.
• Provide outstanding customer service, patient care and overall concern for patient wellbeing and safety.
• Assist the physician during examinations.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and appropriate paperwork.
• Perform basic laboratory tests.
• Prepare medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant).
• Transmit prescription refills as directed.
• Phlebotomy.
• Wound care and changing dressings.
• Follows HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate inventory of valid and unexpired medical and general supplies, order as needed.
• Keeps rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, washes and dries instruments used, and prepares sterilization as required.
• Ensure medical storage systems such as lab storage, vaccine storage, medication dispensary, etc., are well organized, labeled, safe, and sanitary.
• Aid providers in fitness for duty examinations and pulling medical records and necessary documentation for appointments and assessments.
• Provide assistance to Providers and RNs to handle work related documents such as injury reports, Worker's Compensation and benefits forms, etc.
• Assist with authorizations and referrals.
• Assist with immunization programs and administering vaccines.
• Partner with providers, clients, and other departments within Marathon Health to help with employee wellness programs and promotions, safety days and events, fitness fairs and incentive programs, etc.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in nursing or equivalent degree and 3+ years of work experience as an LPN/LVN in a hospital, medical clinic or comparable environment.
• LPN or LVN Certification, Phlebotomy Certification, and CPR/BLS are required.
• Prior experience with occupational health strongly preferred.

Desired Attributes

• Experience handling general office procedures, confidential files, and operating general administrative office equipment.
• Outstanding customer service, patient care and overall concern for patient wellbeing and safety.
• Can effectively act as a liaison between patients and providers.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, practical nursing theories and policies.
• Understand the ethics of confidentiality/HIPAA.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Computer experience and knowledge of Electronic Health Records Systems (Athena preferred) and using Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task, prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to operate in a constantly evolving and fast paced environment.
• A proven record of successfully working with stakeholders/clients, guests, and vendors.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• High level of critical thinking, and creative and effective problem-solving skills.

Pay Range

$23.00-30.00/hr