CMA, LPN, or RN - General Surgery

Medical Associates • Dubuque, IA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The General Surgery department at Medical Associates East Campus is hiring a full-time CMA, LPN, or RN. The role involves providing patient care in a fast-paced setting, supporting surgical procedures and care before and after surgery, and coordinating with physicians and the health care team. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday for 80 hours per pay period, with no weekends or holidays, at the East Campus.

Requirements

• Three months to one year of similar or related experience.
• Education equivalent to a two-year college degree or completion of a specialized course of study or certification at a business or trade school.
• For CMA candidates: current certification or registration as a Certified Medical Assistant, such as CMA through AAMA, CCMA through NHA, or RMA through AMT, or ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
• For LPN or RN candidates: valid LPN or RN licensure.
• Interpersonal skills involving trust, diplomacy, courtesy, tact, personal or sensitive contact, and the ability to motivate or influence others and foster relationships with outside entities.
• Keyboarding skills and ability to use electronic equipment.
• Ability to use and operate a wide variety of diagnostic and medical equipment.
• Ability to use personal protective equipment, including gloves, lab coats, gowns, goggles, and face masks or shields.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, vision, and repetitive motions.
• Vision of 20/40 or better in the best eye, with or without correction.

Nice To Haves

• Previous surgical experience.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgeries and assist with surgical procedures using sterile technique.
• Provide post-operative care.
• Room patients, collect vital signs and histories, and provide patient education.
• Collect relevant patient health care data and diagnostic testing information, review medical records, and confer with physicians to ensure patient needs are met.
• Collaborate with the health care team according to the plan of care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, and others.
• Promote patient wellness and provide patient education.
• Document care provided, including interventions, medication, and patient education, and help maintain the integrity of the medical record.
• Facilitate reimbursement for services, including charge tickets, referrals, and insurance requirements.
• Maintain a safe, neat, organized office environment stocked with necessary equipment, instruments, supplies, and educational materials.
• Ensure equipment functions safely and properly, and clean and maintain equipment according to guidelines.
• Adapt to additional patient-care duties as needed.
• Provide input on systems to improve the quality and efficiency of patient care and workflow.
• Participate in required meetings and complete other assigned projects and duties.

Benefits

• Single or family health insurance with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation.
• 401(k) with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay) and additional annual profit sharing.
• Flexible paid time off program (24 days off per year).
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Short-term disability coverage.
• Dental insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree