MA / LPN 1.0 Days Pediatrics

Franciscan Alliance • West Lafayette, IN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant / LPN supports clinical duties in ambulatory clinics and helps coordinate patient care. The role assists providers and staff with appointment scheduling, carrying out physician orders for laboratory testing, entering information in the electronic medical record, and serving as a liaison among patients, coworkers, and providers. The position provides direct patient care in outpatient settings under the supervision of an RN or provider. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday on days, with various shifts available; observed holidays are off. Travel is never or rarely required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certificate or associate degree in Medical Assisting, or an associate degree in LPN; alternatively, five years of medical assistant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, NCMA, or CCMA) within six months of hire, or a valid LPN license to practice in Indiana or a state listed in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of Medical Assisting or LPN experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care and schedule appointments.
• Execute physician orders for laboratory testing and enter information in the electronic medical record.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, coworkers, and providers.
• Room patients; take vital signs; obtain medical histories; and document patient care in the electronic medical record.
• Administer vaccines, injections, and medications; perform phlebotomy and point-of-care testing; and reconcile medications under the supervision of an RN or provider.
• Gather requirements from internal and external customers and provide information by phone, electronic messaging, and in person.
• Initiate and follow through on prior authorizations and referrals.
• Process sample medications, prescriptions, and refills as directed.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus may be available to eligible candidates.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Enhanced benefits package with a pay structure that rewards experience and expertise.
• Consistent day-shift schedule and observed holidays off work.
• Eligible employees receive comprehensive benefits; details are available on the employer's career site.

What This Job Offers

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