MA/LPN - Specialty (Covington Cardiovascular)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

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About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, the MA/LPN provides medical assistance to a physician or nurse practitioner and cares for patients in a professional, compassionate, and efficient manner. The role handles patient phone calls and provides patient care in the office. Duties include performing EKGs and CLIA-waived tests as appropriate.

The position is scheduled for 32 hours per week, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Good working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding.
• Current BLS certification through an ILCOR-provided course, such as those offered by Ochsner Health System, the American Heart Association, or the American Red Cross; the course must include a manikin check-off.
• Ability to maintain composure under difficult and stressful conditions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently with little supervision.
• Tact and diplomacy in interpersonal skills.
• For LPN candidates: a Licensed Practical Nurse diploma from an accredited school and a current Licensed Practical Nursing license.
• For Medical Assistant candidates: certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent on-the-job training consisting of at least three years.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Two to five years of experience in a physician office setting.
• Physician’s office experience.
• Experience with EPIC (EMR).
• Experience with insurance processes in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical assistance to a physician or nurse practitioner.
• Provide patients with caring, efficient, and compassionate care in the office.
• Handle patient phone calls.
• Perform EKGs and CLIA-waived tests as appropriate.
• Maintain current BLS certification; LPNs must also maintain a current license and annual and continuing education credits.
• Conduct oneself according to the health system’s mission, vision, and values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED