Medical Assistant / Licensed Practical Nurse - Family Medicine GS9047

Oklahoma State University • Tulsa, OK

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Assists physicians and staff in delivering patient care according to established methods, procedures, and standards. Under minimum supervision, uses a systematic approach to patient care incorporating assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. May occasionally be asked to float to other Family Medicine clinics to help cover the patient load.

The role is based at OSU-Center for Health Sciences. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The appointment is regular and continuous until further notice. The hourly pay range is $17.00–$19.13 for a Medical Assistant and $21.00–$23.63 for an LPN.

Applicants are asked to include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references. Copies of certifications and licenses should be attached if possible; selected candidates will be asked to present them for an interview.

Requirements

• Vocational/technical Certified Medical Assistant qualification; the degree must be conferred on or before the agreed-upon start date.
• At least six months of previous front- and back-office experience in a health clinic setting, or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Current Registered MA or LPN licensure in the state of Oklahoma.
• Current CPR certification.
• Skill in patient-care delivery and procedures, medication administration, triage, and direct patient care.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to learn new processes, tools, and equipment as required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to lift and assist patients, observe patients visually, and communicate verbally.
• Ability to stand, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, walk, and run, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and staff in the delivery of patient care according to established methods, procedures, and standards.
• Provide patient care using assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Administer medications and perform patient-care procedures, including triage and direct patient care.
• Occasionally float to other Family Medicine clinics to help cover patient load.
• Lift and assist adult and child patients as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree