CMA or LPN- Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Medical University of South Carolina • North Charleston, SC

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Full-time CMA or LPN for growing Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery clinic position. The CMA or LPN will report to the Ambulatory Services Manager and excel at multi-tasking, efficiency, teamwork and collaboration. This position is responsible for assisting in examination and treatment of Pediatric Orthopedic surgery patients, use of EMR, and preparing patient for provider visit. Come join a growing practice that is changing what's possible in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery at MUSC! MUSC Summey Medical Pavilion is a pediatric outpatient clinic that falls under the Shawn Jenkin’s Children’s Hospital at MUSC. During the day, we host a variety of pediatric subspecialists. In addition to that, we provide a walk-in After Hours Care, which is a direct extension of our pediatric emergency department to serve our community during the hours when most pediatricians are closed.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Practical Nurse program with six months of patient care experience required.
• Licensed as an LPN within the state of South Carolina or a compact state.
• A current CPR card is required; either an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers card or an American Red Cross Professional Rescuer card.
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to patient centered care philosophy as evidenced by effective communications skills, professional demeanor, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability and motivation to articulate and support departmental philosophy of excellent guest relations.
• Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must be computer literate.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Orthopedic experience also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in examination and treatment of pediatric orthopedic surgery patients under the direction of a physician
• Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information to patients' medical records.
• Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

What This Job Offers

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