LPN or Medical Assistant - Cardiology

American Addiction Centers

305d • $21 - $34

About The Position

The position is for a Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Cardiology department at Advocate Health. The role is full-time, requiring 40 hours per week, with a schedule that varies Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5 PM. The home site is in Oshkosh, but travel to Fond du Lac may be necessary, with paid mileage reimbursement provided. The compensation for the role ranges from $21.05 to $31.55 for an MA and $23.20 to $34.80 for an LPN, depending on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and internal equity. The position also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) with company contributions and employer match, as well as education assistance.

Requirements

• For LPN: Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• For Medical Assistant: GED or HS Equivalency Diploma and completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, or 2 years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 5 years.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members, and physicians.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of cardiology procedures and protocols.
• Customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information.
• Monitors and completes Clinical Integration/Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician for opportunities within their scope.
• Performs laboratory procedures using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines.
• Assists the Physician/Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.
• Administers routine medications under Physician/APC orders or medical group approved standing orders/protocols.
• Follows through with necessary procedure or test requests, pre-approved care algorithms, new appointment times, and referrals to other facilities or services.
• Refers questions to Registered Nurses and Physician/APC per scope of practice guidelines and relays information back to patient as directed.
• Communicates with Physician/APC and other members of the health care team to ensure smooth clinic flow and adjusts as necessary.
• Effectively communicates accurate and timely information with the patient.
• May perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks or skills based on the specialty and appropriate competencies.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Benefits

• 401(k) company contributions: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: dollar for dollar up to 3%.
• Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range.
• Education Assistance.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree