LPN/MA - Orthopedics

Surgery Partners, Inc•Great Falls, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting in examination, treatment or diagnostic procedures as requested (after proven competency) of clinic patients under physician direction following established standards and practices. Functions as the primary liaison between patients, staff and providers. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of the patient. Must be able to take vital signs, triage patient calls, refill prescriptions, complete necessary prior authorizations and to help support their team of co-workers.

Requirements

Appropriate Licensure/Certification
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
BLS
A graduate of a medical assisting program and has passed the CMA/RMA Certification Examination of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or American Medical Technologists and maintains currency of the CMA/RMA credential
Current Montana State LPN licensure
Medical Terminology
Basic Medical Assistant Principles and Procedures
Key boarding skills
Basic office skills
Criminal background check
Drug Screening
Health and Immunizations Screening

Nice To Haves

Follows most current standards for continuing education requirements as dictated by State/Federal licensure requirements

Responsibilities

Assisting in examination, treatment or diagnostic procedures as requested (after proven competency) of clinic patients under physician direction following established standards and practices.
Functions as the primary liaison between patients, staff and providers.
Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of the patient.
Take vital signs, triage patient calls, refill prescriptions, complete necessary prior authorizations and to help support their team of co-workers.
Gives direction to: CNA's and schedulers.