Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Signature Primary Care Innovation Way

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Mt. Pleasant, SC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare! Given that our office operates as a concierge practice, our care service is distinct from traditional primary care offices. We limit our practice to a maximum of 450 patients to ensure personalized and attentive care. This allows us to foster stronger relationships with our patients and provide more individualized attention. On average, we see around 10 patients per day, excluding lab or nurse visits. This manageable patient load enables us to offer comprehensive and unhurried consultations, ensuring that each patient receives the time and care they need. Additionally, we offer a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of both our patients and staff. Every other Friday, we operate on a half-day schedule, which helps maintain a balanced work environment and enhances our ability to deliver high-quality care consistently. HOURS : 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday (When fully staffed, rotates every other Friday off) LOCATION : 1200 Innovation Way, Suite 300, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Requirements

• Active Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required): 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 Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA); National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) (not accepted in the state of South Carolina)
• 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)
• High School/GED (required)
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the state of employment or LPN applicant (required)
• BLS certification is preferred upon hire and required within 30 days and/or prior to independent patient care
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to collaboratively work with patients, families, and teams within a high-volume environment.
• Medical terminology
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to use standard office equipment (i.e. computer, copier, phone, fax machine)
• Critical thinking
• Communication with family members
• Collaboration
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Time management skills
• Dependability
• Adaptability
• Flexibility
• Accountable
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Nice To Haves

• EPIC experience also preferred.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant post-secondary education program (preferred in all states except South Carolina)
• In South Carolina (completion of one of the below is required) An accredited Medical assistant post-secondary education program A Career and technical education health sciences program approved by the South Carolina Department of Education A medical assisting program provided by a branch of the United States military A Medical assisting United States Department of Labor approved Registered Apprenticeship program A Training program that is delivered, in whole or in part, by a health care employer that aligns to a nationally accredited certification exam
• Completion of externship or clinical lab training (preferred)
• 1 year of recent Medical Assisting experience (preferred)
• 1 year of clinical patient care experience (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the provider, the Medical Assistant contributes to the completion of the patient’s chief complaint (including, but not limited, to respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, height, weight, and temperature), documents patient/family needs, participates in planning and implementing care for patients, and administers ordered medications (oral, injection, topically, etc.) within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines.
• Under the direction of a Licensed Professional (e.g., Physician or Nurse Practitioner), the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifying and determining the priority of patient’s problems/needs, and evaluating the process and outcome of nursing care.
• The LPN coordinates, provides, and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.
• The LPN complies to all documentation standards within the scope of the Medical Assistant and the LPN role.
• Analyzes the assessment data, evaluates patient's condition, and collaborates with the provider to develop and maintain the patient's plan of care.
• Provides education to patients, families, and staff members, in conjunction with other healthcare entities, under the direction of the provider or manager.
• Coordinates the care of the patient with other healthcare entities according to the patient's plan of care.
• Administers medications in a safe manner, which is consistent with the organizations policies and procedures as well as the state requirements with which they are licensed in.
• LPNs in a lead position serve as subject matter experts and clinical and professional mentors within the practice.
• Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
• Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
• Provide authorized prescription and drug refill information for pharmacies as directed by provider.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.
• Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.
• Successfully completes skills or competency checklists to be able to help physicians examine and treat patients, performing such tasks as handing them instruments, giving injections, removing sutures, changing dressings on wounds.
• Take and document vital signs.
• Room patients.
• Monitor patient conditions during in-office treatment(s).
• Document patients’ medical records.
• Administer medications/vaccinations within scope.
• Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
• Manage patient messages and communications (e.g., in-basket, MyChart messages).
• Schedule tests and appointments.
• Telephonic patient triage.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED