MA or LPN - Marshall Internal Medicine

Marshall Health • Teays Valley, WV

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About The Position

This role involves providing direct patient care, preparing patients for examinations, administering medications and treatments, assisting physicians, handling patient inquiries, arranging for hospitalizations or referrals, and maintaining a clean and stocked work environment. The position requires a graduate of a medical assistant program or school of nursing, with prior experience being a requirement. MA candidates must also be able to obtain certification.

Requirements

• Graduate of a medical assistant program or school of nursing.
• MA candidates must be able to obtain certification.
• Prior experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and prepares them for physician’s examination.
• Screens patients for appropriate information.
• Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance within the scope of the licensed practical nursing standards.
• Maintains and assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physicians during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Handles telephone inquiries from patients regarding test results, medications and treatment instructions as directed by the physician.
• Arranges for hospitalization, referrals, or performance of special procedures for patients.
• Maintains a clean, attractive work area and keeps clinical areas stocked with appropriate medical supplies.
• Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments, surgical trays, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree