LPN/Medical Assistant - STPN Mandeville
About The Position
At St. Tammany Health System, this position provides medical assistance to a physician or nurse practitioner and supports patients in a professional, caring, efficient, and compassionate manner. The role handles patient phone calls and patient care in the office, and performs EKGs and CLIA-waived tests as appropriate. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Hours are generally 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with availability required to start at 7:30 a.m. if the clinic opens early. The role may be filled by an LPN or a Medical Assistant, with different credential requirements for each.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Good working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding.
- Current BLS certification through an ILCOR-provided course, including a manikin check-off.
- Ability to maintain composure under difficult and stressful conditions.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently with little supervision.
- Tact and diplomacy in interpersonal skills.
- For LPNs: Diploma from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing school and a current Licensed Practical Nursing license.
- For Medical Assistants: Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent on-the-job training consisting of three or more years.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, sitting, or walking for long periods and lifting at least 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- For Medical Assistants: Completion of an accredited medical assistant program.
- For Medical Assistants: Two to five years of experience in a physician office setting.
- Physician’s office experience.
- Experience with EPIC (EMR).
- Experience with insurance processes within a clinical setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide medical assistance to a physician or nurse practitioner in a professional manner.
- Provide patient care in a caring, efficient, and compassionate manner.
- Handle patient phone calls and care for patients in the office.
- Perform EKGs and CLIA-waived tests as appropriate.
- Maintain a current BLS certification.
- For LPNs, maintain annual and continuing education credits and keep the nursing license current.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
