Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Physician Practice - Springfield PMR

Mercy Health•Springfield, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role combines the responsibilities of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) within a physician practice setting. The LPN is responsible for direct patient care under the physician's direction, preparing and assessing patients, and observing/recording patient responses to care. The CMA works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care, review health records, measure vital signs, and prepare treatment rooms. Mercy Health is a faith-based, patient-focused organization committed to enhancing the well-being of all people.

Requirements

Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
High School Degree or GED
Active Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required within 12 months of start date): Certified Medical Assistant (CMA); American Association of Medical Assisting, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); American Medical Technologists, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); National Healthcareer Association (NHA); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA); National Association for Health Professionals, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
If incumbent is unable to obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable (not accepted in the state of South Carolina)
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
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
Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical patient care experience
One year of medical assistant healthcare experience
Two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office

Responsibilities

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
Reviews and updates health records
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
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
Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
Other duties as assigned