Medical Assistant (MA) - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Springfield Rheumatology

Bon Secours Mercy Health•Springfield, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Mercy Health is a faith-based and patient-focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of all people in mind, body, and spirit through exceptional patient care. We seek individuals committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service, and stewardship. This role involves supporting physicians in delivering excellent patient care, ensuring services are provided within the scope of practice and state guidelines. The position requires reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, preparing treatment rooms, and assisting with patient examinations and procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for patient care under the direction of the Physician, observing, recording, and reporting patient responses to medical care. The Certified Medical Assistant works closely with the primary care physician, preparing and reviewing patient charts, measuring vital signs, and performing clerical duties.

Requirements

Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
High School Degree or GED
Active Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required within 12 months of start date): Certified Medical Assistant (CMA); American Association of Medical Assisting, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); American Medical Technologists, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); National Healthcareer Association (NHA); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA); National Association for Health Professionals, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
If incumbent is unable to obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable (not accepted in the state of South Carolina)
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the patients
Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team
Strong interpersonal communication and organization skills
Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical patient care experience
One year of medical assistant healthcare experience
Two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office

Responsibilities

Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needs
Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
Appropriately labels and packages specimens, as trained
Assists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurse
Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested
Assists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventions
Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date
Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height
Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed
Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly