Medical Assistant (MA) or LPN - OB-GYN

Advocate Aurora Health • Grafton, MA

113d • $21 - $32

About The Position

Seeking an 0.9 FTE experienced MA or LPN that will support Dr. Gottwald Ob Gyn at Good Hope and Grafton clinics. Hours will range from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Off on Thursdays. One Saturday morning clinic per month. No holidays. May be assigned to work with other clinic locations or providers in department as needed. You will be helping our patients live well by preparing and rooming the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information. You will perform laboratory procedures, assist the Physician/Advanced Practice Clinician with procedures, administer routine medications, and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.

Requirements

• Active License issued by the state in which the team member practices for LPN.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days.
• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing for LPN.
• GED or HS Equivalency Diploma and completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, or 2 years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 5 years.

Nice To Haves

• Military/Veteran Friendly
• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information.
• Performs laboratory procedures using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines.
• Assists the Physician/Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc.
• Administers routine medications under Physician/APC orders or medical group approved standing orders/protocols.
• Follows through with necessary procedure or test requests, pre-approved care algorithms, new appointment times and referrals to other facilities or services.
• Communicates with Physician/APC and other members of the health care team to ensure smooth clinic flow.
• May perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks or skills based on the specialty and appropriate competencies.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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