MA/LPN STPN Bone & Joint Clinic

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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
• 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

• Provide medical assistance to the physician/nurse practitioner
• Handle patient phone calls
• 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