CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA) OR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) SPECIALIST - AMBULATORY QUALITY
About The Position
Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a compassionate, patient-oriented Certified Medical Assistant or LPN Specialist to join our team! $1000 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION In this role, the Certified Medical Assistant or LPN Specialist will primarily be in charge of Medicare Wellness visits. This position will conduct Medicare Wellness visits under the supervision of the primary physician. This position will schedule follow up visits, process referrals as needed, process authorizations as needed, and properly document all actions in the patient’s chart. Other duties that this position may do are room patients, record vital signs, administer medications and injections, perform CLIA-waived testing, EKG testing, set up for and assist with in-office procedures, properly discard all biohazard and sharps waste, and stock supplies. Must demonstrate good principles and practices of aseptic technique, knowledge of standard precautions, including proper order of draw and processing specimens, and basic pharmacology. This position will also work closely with multiple departments and providers to ensure the patient’s chart and information are complete to receive treatment. Other duties as assigned. About Northwest Specialty Hospital: Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County that span multiple specialties. Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient-focused approach, and robust benefits package!
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
- Must be a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with an active certification with the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or National Healthcareer Association (NHA), or current LPN licensure in the State of Idaho.
- Aware of standards of cleaning and performs in accordance with them.
- Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
- Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards.
- Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement.
- Is aware of the standard and performs in accordance with them.
- One year of CMA or LPN experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct Medicare Wellness visits under the supervision of the primary physician
- Schedule follow up visits
- Process referrals as needed
- Process authorizations as needed
- Properly document all actions in the patient’s chart
- Room patients
- Record vital signs
- Administer medications and injections
- Perform CLIA-waived testing
- Perform EKG testing
- Set up for and assist with in-office procedures
- Properly discard all biohazard and sharps waste
- Stock supplies
- Work closely with multiple departments and providers to ensure the patient’s chart and information are complete to receive treatment
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs and holiday parties
- Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, and leadership courses
- A generous 401K retirement plan
- A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
- Wellness benefits offered to staff include: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
- Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
