LPN or MA

SENTA Partners•Suwanee, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Atlanta Allergy & Asthma Clinic (AAA), a leading Allergy and Asthma practice and an affiliate of SENTA Partners, is the largest allergy group in Georgia, treating both children and adults at 18 locations across Atlanta and north Georgia. SENTA Partners is a leading Management Services Organization (MSO) specializing in providing comprehensive support to ENT and Allergy private practices. Our mission is to help people Breathe better, Hear better, Live better. At SENTA, we focus on the operational efficiencies and financial performance of our partner practices, allowing physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where our employees can thrive and grow. Within the scope the scope of credentials and licensure, LPN / Medical Assistant performs administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Clinical duties include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, administering medications and injections as directed by physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
For Medical Assistants: Medical Assistant Certification preferred (required for South Carolina)
For Licensed Practical Nurses: Active LPN and unrestricted license in the state of practice required
CPR Certification preferred (BLS required for South Carolina)
Previous experience in a clinical or outpatient setting, preferably in ENT or Allergy
Proficient in using electronic health records systems and basic computer applications

Responsibilities

Assist the physician as instructed with patient care during office visits.
Perform diagnostic procedures, such as skin testing, pulmonary function testing and drawling blood for laboratory tests.
Administer immunotherapy injections and maintain extract and records of treatment.
Treat emergency and priority patients, including the use of CPR, if necessary.
Assist the physician with patients by telephone, including instructions to sick patients and prescription refills.
Assist in management and treatment of reactions which occur secondary to immunotherapy.
Maintain an aseptic environment appropriate for medical office.
Educate patients on their physical condition, treatment plan, use of equipment and medication deliver devices, environmental controls and any other issues which may affect the patients' care.
Other duties as assigned.