LPN or MA - Advanced Orthopedic Specialists

Saint Francis Healthcare System•Cape Girardeau, MO

About The Position

Performs a variety of patient care activities and assists the provider and nursing staff in maintaining the highest standard of care. The role also involves restocking supplies in the work area and maintaining a safe working environment. The position is full-time, 80 hours per two-week pay period, with benefits. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no weekends. Applicants may qualify as an LPN or a Medical Assistant (MA). LPN applicants must graduate from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program and hold an active Missouri LPN license and BLS certification. MA applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent; CCMA certification is preferred, and BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire. Saint Francis Healthcare System describes its work as part of a Catholic healing ministry centered on compassion, dignity, and service. Its Total Rewards package is available to colleagues working at least 24 hours per week and includes health coverage, earned time off, retirement benefits, education assistance, and other benefits, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

For the LPN pathway: graduate from an accredited school of practical or vocational nursing.
For the LPN pathway: currently licensed as an LPN in Missouri.
For the LPN pathway: BLS certification.
For the LPN pathway: skill in taking vital signs and obtaining patient histories; attention to detail; patient education and instruction; and multitasking.
For the LPN pathway: establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, staff, and the public.
For the LPN pathway: maintain quality-control standards and react calmly and effectively during emergencies.
For the LPN pathway: communicate clearly and understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions.
For the LPN pathway: assume responsibility for professional growth and development.
For the LPN pathway: ability to learn and efficiently use diagnostic equipment, electronic ordering systems, medical records, and common computer programs.
For the MA pathway: high school diploma or equivalent.
For the MA pathway: BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
For the MA pathway: skill in taking vital signs and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
For the MA pathway: maintain quality-control standards and react calmly and effectively during emergencies.
For the MA pathway: communicate clearly and understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions.
For the MA pathway: basic computer skills.
For the MA pathway: ability to learn and perform diagnostic testing and procedures such as X-rays and non-waived testing.

Nice To Haves

For the MA pathway: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of patient care activities.
Assist the provider and nursing staff in maintaining the highest standard of care.
Restock supplies in the work area.
Maintain a safe working environment.
For MA applicants, learn and perform diagnostic testing and procedures such as X-rays and non-waived testing.

Benefits

Comprehensive and affordable medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, available on the first of the month after hire date.
Saint Francis Medical Services discount.
Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history; ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days.
Retirement benefits with immediate Saint Francis Healthcare System matching.
Education assistance of up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation.
Health Advocate benefit support.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Identity Theft Protection.
Pet Insurance.
Earned Wage Access.