Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Diabetic Clinic
About The Position
The Diabetic Clinic is hiring either a Certified Medical Assistant or a Licensed Practical Nurse. The Medical Assistant works with providers and clinic teammates to prepare patients and charts, check vital signs, perform clinical tasks, maintain electronic medical records, support clinic workflows, and educate patients about treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care. Clinical tasks include administering medications and immunizations, collecting specimens, and assisting with minor procedures such as wound care and suture removal. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under registered nurse supervision in a variety of settings, including acute care, long-term care, home health, and ambulatory care. The LPN assesses patients, collects and documents data, administers medications and treatments according to protocols, collaborates with the healthcare team, and follows the Missouri State Board of Nurse Practice Act.
Requirements
- Medical Assistant candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
- Medical Assistant candidates must hold a CMA, RMA, NRCMA, or CCMA certification at the time of hire and maintain it.
- Medical Assistant candidates must have current BLS certification or be able to obtain it before starting.
- Knowledge of point-of-care testing (POCT), immunizations, and injections.
- Strong problem-solving skills, organization, and time management.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Comfort using Microsoft applications and electronic medical records systems.
- If the role requires X-ray functions, radiology training from the Medical Assistant program or a validated competency checklist is required.
- LPN candidates must graduate from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
- LPN candidates must hold a current practical nurse license in the State of Missouri.
- LPN candidates must be certified in Basic Life Support (BCLS).
Responsibilities
- Prepare patient charts and check vital signs.
- Administer medications and immunizations, collect specimens, and assist with minor procedures such as wound care and suture removal.
- Keep patient records up to date in the electronic medical records system.
- Support providers, participate in team huddles, and help maintain clinic operations.
- Help patients understand treatment plans, new medications, and follow-up care.
- Provide nursing care under registered nurse supervision.
- Perform patient assessments, collect patient data, and document care.
- Administer and document medications and treatments in accordance with protocols.
- Collaborate and communicate with the healthcare team.
- Perform duties in alignment with the Missouri State Board of Nurse Practice Act.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
