Primary Care Assistant MA or LPN - Northwest Family

Full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8 am–5 pm.

About the role

Prepares patient for visit with provider by completing Advanced Standard room process including:

• Entering the chief complaint
• Taking patient vital signs
• Reviewing patient history and allergies
• Completing a thorough medication reconciliation
• Working the Encounter Guide to close open care gaps (fall risk, depression screening, breast cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, diabetic eye exams)
• Rechecking elevated blood pressures
• Completing needed documentation in Epic for yearly preventative visits

Assists with in-office testing such as drawing blood, mental status exams, EKGs, walking oxygen studies, and point-of-care testing. Administers vaccines and other injections within scope of practice. Schedules follow-up appointments per office policy. Collaborates with providers and clinical care team to monitor and coordinate delivery of the care plan.

Requirements

Medical Assistant

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Certification: Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire
• Preferred Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office

Certified Medical Assistant

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Certification: Active Medical Assistant certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA) or EMT/Paramedic is also accepted; must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program
• Licensure: Active LPN license in Oklahoma
• Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience preferred, particularly in a primary care office

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period