Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Mankato, MN

Planned Parenthood North Central States • Mankato, MN

1d • $20 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Under immediate supervision of the Health Center Manager, the Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse performs routine clinic duties associated with a reproductive health program within the scope of their MA training/LPN licensure. Medical Assistants and Licensed Practical Nurses are responsible for providing the highest level of customer service and patient care as well as supporting the operations of the health center. Some of the responsibilities include conducting patient history review, performing & processing labs, providing contraceptive supplies, and unbiased education. They will also help with inventory and assist our Clinicians when needed. Medical Assistants and Licensed Practical Nurses are advocates in implementing our mission of “Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all.” They may perform other related duties to support health center operations as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a Medical Assisting diploma program, or Associate degree in Medical Assisting, or current EMT/Paramedic licensure, or 6+ months experience as a Health Center Associate II at PPNCS
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Active LPN license in Minnesota

Responsibilities

• Interview and screen patients, conduct patient history review, document in electronic medical record, prepare patients for examinations/procedures.
• Assess, address or triage patient complaints.
• Monitor patient vital signs.
• Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture.
• Communicate lab test results.
• Assure appropriate follow-up of lab reports.
• Process receipt of incoming lab results.
• Provide factual patient education.
• Provide additional education in consultation with clinician or physician assessment.
• Provide unbiased specific instruction on the client’s selected birth control method.
• Inform patients in a non-directive manner about all options available to them in the event of an unintended pregnancy and provide supporting materials and/or education for service based on the patients’ needs.
• Provide factual, unbiased information to clients seeking abortion.
• Describe the difference between medication and surgical abortion.
• Refer patients per protocol, perform follow-up functions, and assure complete documentation of care plan.
• Follow all federal, state, and local laws regarding mandated reporting, abortion services, healthcare services, and HIPAA.
• Provide contraceptive supplies, medications including injectables, perform venipuncture, and manage patients with medical emergencies per PPNCS protocols
• Assure inventory control of clinic and contraceptive supplies including ordering, stocking, and tracking as assigned.
• Communicate PPNCS protocols, policy and procedures to clinicians and staff as appropriate.
• Assure clinic manuals are up to date (e.g., clinic, lab, safety, MS&G).
• Maintain a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply these to patient and clinic services.
• Supervise nursing functions as delegated by the Health Center Manager or clinician/physician.
• Participate in the onboarding of new employees and supporting the cross-training of established employees.
• Follow all state laws regarding mandatory reporting.
• Collaborate with and provide coverage as needed at health centers in assigned neighborhoods.
• Administer mild and moderate sedation.
• Assist the physician with surgical procedures, monitor patient stability, and perform macroscopic exam of tissue post-procedure.
• Perform ultrasound medical services in accordance with Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) Medical Standards and Guidelines (MS&G)
• Supervise and assess patient’s post procedure recovery.
• Perform other clinical skills within the scope of their training and applicable state laws.

Benefits

• paid time off (PTO)
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
• participation in the 403(b)-retirement plan
• employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.
• Start date flexibility.
• Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility with hours per week during training.
• Shift differentials: $1.50/hour (weekend), $3.00/hour (evening), $4.00/hour (float/travel), $2.00/hour (Bilingual), and $3.00/hour (ultrasound)
• Travel reimbursement.
• Schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in advance.
• Option of picking up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your “home” clinic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED