LPN OR Certified Medical Assistant - Mercy Health Family Medicine Practice - Anderson Hospital

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Job Description

Job Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant is a key component of our team that works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care to our community, ensuring services are provided within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations.

Essential Functions:

• Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner

• Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date

• Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height

• Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed

• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly

• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High School Degree or GED

Licensure/Certification:

• Active Medical Assisting Certification (required)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required within 90 days of hire)

Experience:

• One year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred, not required)

• Two years of clerical experience in a physician's office (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

OR

Job Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Physician. The LPN functions as an integral part of the health care team to provide the highest quality of care to the patient by preparing and assessing patients for provider visits. In this position, the LPN will observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care provided during appointments.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needs

• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice

• Appropriately labels and packages specimens, as trained

• Assists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurse

• Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested

• Assists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventions

• Other duties as assigned

Certifications:

• Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association

Experience:

• One year of clinical patient care experience (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the patients

• Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team

• Strong interpersonal communication and organization skills

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

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