Occupational Health LPN - Day Shift - Topeka, KS

Marathon Health•Topeka, KS

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Marathon Health is a leading provider of advanced primary care in the U.S., serving 2.5 million eligible patients through approximately 630 employer and union-sponsored clients. Their comprehensive services include advanced primary care, mental health, occupational health, musculoskeletal, and pharmacy services, delivered through 680+ health centers across 41 states, with virtual services in all 50 states. They prioritize a patient-first approach, convenient access to care, improved health outcomes, and cost savings, fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Marathon Health has been recognized as a five-time Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work in Healthcare winner and a six-time Best in KLAS award winner. The Occupational Health LPN supports medical providers and performs clinical duties such as welcoming patients, taking medical histories, assisting during exams, phlebotomy, collecting lab specimens, basic lab testing, preparing and administering injections and vaccinations, and organizing medical supplies. The role also involves helping patients feel at ease and explaining provider instructions. Administrative duties include maintaining office organization, securing confidential medical records, handling correspondence, and ensuring a pleasant and sanitary environment. Flexibility and adaptability are required to assure consistent and seamless high-quality customer service.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in nursing or equivalent degree.
3+ years of work experience as an LPN/LVN in a hospital, medical clinic or comparable environment.
LPN or LVN Certification.
Phlebotomy Certification.
CPR/BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with occupational health.
Experience handling general office procedures, confidential files, and operating general administrative office equipment.
Outstanding customer service, patient care and overall concern for patient wellbeing and safety.
Ability to effectively act as a liaison between patients and providers.
Working knowledge of medical terminology, practical nursing theories and policies.
Understanding the ethics of confidentiality/HIPAA.
Strong written and oral communications skills.
Computer experience and knowledge of Electronic Health Records Systems (Athena preferred) and using Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task, prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Flexibility to operate in a constantly evolving and fast paced environment.
A proven record of successfully working with stakeholders/clients, guests, and vendors.
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
High level of critical thinking, and creative and effective problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Collecting medical histories (diagnosed medical conditions, medications, allergies, hospitalizations, etc.), preparing patients for examinations.
Collect and record vital signs accurately.
Relay urgent requests and emergencies to the provider as appropriate.
Collect data and address immunization status of employees.
Coordinate ordering of lab tests and immunizations when needed.
Track compliance with initial and annual employee health requirements as directed.
Inform provider of any renewals and areas of concern.
Assist in monitoring of employees who have a work injury or contagious illness.
Contact provider immediately if conditions change for quick reassessment.
Instructing patients about medication and special diets, providing brochures and literature, and explaining treatment procedures to patients as directed by the provider.
Providing outstanding customer service, patient care and overall concern for patient wellbeing and safety.
Assisting the physician during examinations.
Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens and appropriate paperwork.
Performing basic laboratory tests.
Preparing medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant).
Transmitting prescription refills as directed.
Phlebotomy.
Wound care and changing dressings.
Follows HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality.
Maintaining accurate inventory of valid and unexpired medical and general supplies, order as needed.
Keeps rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, washes and dries instruments used, and prepares sterilization as required.
Ensure medical storage systems such as lab storage, vaccine storage, medication dispensary, etc., are well organized, labeled, safe, and sanitary.
Aid providers in fitness for duty examinations and pulling medical records and necessary documentation for appointments and assessments.
Provide assistance to Providers and RNs to handle work related documents such as injury reports, Worker's Compensation and benefits forms, etc.
Assist with authorizations and referrals.
Assist with immunization programs and administering vaccines.
Partner with providers, clients, and other departments within Marathon Health to help with employee wellness programs and promotions, safety days and events, fitness fairs and incentive programs, etc.
Review Athena workflow updates and communicate to the team as appropriate.
Provide general office administration including welcoming patients, answering telephones and voice mails, answering questions and providing resource materials and documents.
Monitor and maintain general office organization, supplies, furniture, and equipment.
Order office supplies as needed.
Contact IT for computer and software issues.
Communicate any housekeeping, facility (light bulbs, etc.) and maintenance needs to appropriate contact.
Schedule/reschedule appointments according to office hours and provider availability.
Updating, maintaining chain-of-custody and security of confidential files, and filing patient medical records according to protocol.
Handling correspondence, coding and completing medical (such as HIPAA) and billing forms.
Serves as a participant and general coordinator of special events (health fairs, classes, immunization clinics, etc.,) as communicated by event coordinators.
Communicate center and logistics issues to the event coordinators for instruction on adaption, obtaining materials, etc.
Maintain office literature, bulletin boards, signage, etc., and ensure presentation is professional in appearance, up-to-date, and according to Marathon Health branding standards.
Ensure center maintains a pleasant environment, MH branding, safety, hygiene and sanitation standards are met to the highest quality.

Benefits

Free Marathon membership for in person and virtual care
Employer paid life and disability insurance
Choice in medical/dental plans
Vision insurance
Employer funded HSA
FSA
Voluntary illness, accident and hospitalization plans
Benefits are effective on the first of the month following date of hire
Competitive compensation
401k match
Access to financial coaching through our Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and more
Holiday schedule
Unlimited, free primary care, routine labs, select prescriptions, vaccinations, and virtual mental health care for you and your family
Choice of 2 medical plans, 2 dental plans, and vision coverage
Unlimited free mental health benefits and EAP resources
Rewards for challenges and healthy lifestyle activities
Family-building and hormonal health benefits
Paid parental leave
Generous PTO or FTO
Paid Holidays + A Day for What Matters
Company paid Basic Life and Disability insurance
Supplemental Life
Spending Accounts
401(k) with employer match and graded vesting
Continuing Medical Education (CME) for maintaining and strengthening the knowledge, skills, and expertise of our health center teammates, as applicable