MA or LPN - Marshall Internal Medicine

Marshall Health • Teays Valley, WV

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About The Position

The MA or LPN greets patients and prepares them for physician examinations, screens patients, and provides instructions for collecting samples and completing tests. The role administers prescribed medications and treatments within the scope of licensed practical nursing standards, assists physicians during patient care and testing, and responds to patient phone inquiries as directed by the physician. It also coordinates hospitalizations, referrals, and special procedures, maintains clean and stocked clinical areas, and cleans and sterilizes medical instruments and surgical trays. Other duties may be assigned or requested.

Candidates must have graduated from a medical assistant program or a school of nursing. Medical assistant candidates must be able to obtain certification, and prior experience is required.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and prepare them for physician examinations.
• Screen patients for appropriate information.
• Instruct patients in collection of samples and tests.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments within the scope of licensed practical nursing standards.
• Maintain and prepare equipment and assist physicians during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Handle telephone inquiries from patients regarding test results, medications, and treatment instructions as directed by the physician.
• Arrange hospitalizations, referrals, or special procedures for patients.
• Maintain a clean, attractive work area and keep clinical areas stocked with appropriate medical supplies.
• Clean and sterilize medical instruments, surgical trays, and related items.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed