LPN or RN - Pulmonology

Medical Associates • Dubuque, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Medical Associates is hiring an LPN or RN for its Pulmonology team. The role provides patient care in a fast-paced, collaborative clinic and contributes to patient outcomes by coordinating with the healthcare team, physicians, and mid-level providers. The position includes clinical responsibilities as well as general office tasks, patient education, documentation, and maintaining clinic equipment and supplies.

This is a full-time position with flexible weekday hours between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM at the East Campus. Applicants should hold LPN or RN licensure and have three months to one year of similar or related experience. BLS certification is required biannually.

Requirements

• LPN or RN licensure.
• Three months to one year of similar or related experience.
• Education equivalent to a two-year college degree or completion of a specialized course of study or certification at a business or trade school.
• BLS certification, renewed biannually.
• Keyboarding skills and ability to use electronic equipment.
• Ability to use personal protective equipment, including gloves, lab coats, gowns, goggles, and face masks or shields.
• Strong communication, time-management, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical setting and adapt to patient-care needs.

Responsibilities

• Collect pertinent patient healthcare data; perform diagnostic testing and treatments; review medical records; and confer with physicians or mid-level providers to ensure patient needs are met.
• Perform general office duties, which may include updating patient demographic and insurance information, accepting payments and copays, scheduling and coordinating appointments, and creating lab orders.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team according to the plan of care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, coworkers, and others; promote patient wellness; and provide patient education.
• Document care provided, including interventions, medication, and patient education, and help maintain the integrity of the medical record.
• Facilitate reimbursement for services, including charge tickets, referrals, and insurance requirements.
• Maintain a safe, neat, organized, and adequately supplied office environment; ensure equipment functions safely and properly; and clean and maintain equipment according to guidelines.
• Perform additional patient-care duties as needed and provide input on systems that improve care quality, efficiency, and workflow.
• Participate in required meetings and complete other assigned projects and duties.

Benefits

• Single or family health insurance with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation.
• 401(k) with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay) and additional annual profit sharing.
• Flexible paid time off program (24 days off per year).
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Short-term disability coverage.
• Dental insurance.

What This Job Offers

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