CMA/LPN - South Providence Urgent Care – Columbia
About The Position
MU Health Care is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant to provide compassionate nursing care. Join our team and make a difference by meeting our patients with warmth and expertise, observing and adapting to their needs, and collaborating seamlessly with our healthcare community. Your commitment to safety and quality care will echo our mission, contributing to an atmosphere where patients thrive and satisfaction soars. Become a vital part of MU Health Care and bring your passion to the forefront of exceptional healthcare.
Requirements
- LPN: Missouri Board of Nursing LPN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state LPN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state LPNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
- CMA: Graduation from a medical assistant education program or two (2) years of medical assistant experience.
- One of the following certifications within 6 months: Clinical Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) Medical Assistant (NCMA) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) Medical Assistant Certification (MAC) by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
Nice To Haves
- Additional formal education in a health care field is preferred.
- Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Responsibilities
- Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration.
- Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
- Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions.
- Provide quality care to patients and work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction. Follow all safety, security, and infection control, policies and procedures. Perform all tasks to ensure the safety of self, patient, and co-workers.
- Maintain the standards of nursing care and departmental criteria to assure they are aligned with the University of Missouri Health Care Mission and Goals.
- Participates in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups.
- Perform patient care duties and procedures following department policy, established protocol and standard of care, or directed by Charge Nurse.
- May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department documents.
Benefits
- Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
- Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
- Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
- Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
- Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
