MA/LPN - Express Care Clinic

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

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About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Mon-Fri 1pm-9pm; no weekends; shift differentials when applicable Summary of the Job: To provide medical assistance to the physician/nurse practitioner in a professional manner and to provide for patients in a caring, efficient and compassionate manner. To handle patient phone calls and care of patients in the office. Perform EKG's and CLIA waived test as appropriate.

Requirements

• High School diploma.
• Must have good working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 Coding.
• Current BLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Must be able to maintain composure under difficult and stressful conditions.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and be able to work independently with little supervision.
• Displays tact and diplomacy in inter-personal skills.
• Keeps BLS Certification current at all times.
• LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse diploma from an accredited school. Current Licensed Practical Nursing license. Maintains annual and continuing education credits; keeps license current at all times.
• Medical Assistant: Accredited Medical Assistant Program Certification or equivalent on the job training consisting of 3 or more years.
• Two to five years of experience in a physician office setting preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• Physician’s office experience preferred.
• Experience with EPIC (EMR) a plus along with insurance processes required within a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• To provide medical assistance to the physician/nurse practitioner in a professional manner and to provide for patients in a caring, efficient and compassionate manner.
• To handle patient phone calls and care of patients in the office.
• Perform EKG's and CLIA waived test as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees