PRN Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - UH2 Primary Care Clinic

University Health

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This PRN role at the UH2 Primary Care Clinic is open to Certified Medical Assistant and Licensed Practical Nurse candidates. The position supports patient care and clinic operations in a primary care setting. Medical Assistants prepare charts, take vital signs, administer medications and immunizations, collect specimens, and assist with minor procedures such as wound care and suture removal. They maintain patient records in the electronic medical records system, support providers and team huddles, help keep the clinic running smoothly, and educate patients about treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care. Licensed Practical Nurses provide nursing care under the guidance of a registered nurse. The posting describes care across acute care, long-term care, home health, and ambulatory care settings, including assessments, data collection, documentation, medication and treatment administration, and collaboration with the healthcare team. LPN duties must comply with the Missouri State Board of Nurse Practice Act.

Requirements

For Medical Assistant candidates: high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
For Medical Assistant candidates: CMA, RMA, NRCMA, or CCMA certification required at hire and must be maintained.
For Medical Assistant candidates: current BLS certification or ability to obtain it before starting.
For Medical Assistant candidates: knowledge of point-of-care testing (POCT), immunizations, and injections.
For Medical Assistant candidates: problem-solving, organization, time-management, and customer-service skills.
For Medical Assistant candidates: comfort with Microsoft applications and electronic medical records systems.
For Medical Assistant candidates performing X-ray functions: radiology training through the Medical Assistant program or a validated competency checklist.
For LPN candidates: graduation from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
For LPN candidates: current Missouri practical nurse license.
For LPN candidates: Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare charts and patients for visits, including checking vital signs.
Administer medications and immunizations, collect specimens, and assist with minor procedures such as wound care and suture removal.
Maintain patient records in the electronic medical records system.
Support providers, participate in team huddles, and help clinic operations run smoothly.
Educate patients about treatment plans, 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 according to protocols.
Collaborate and communicate with the healthcare team.
Perform duties in accordance with the Missouri State Board of Nurse Practice Act.