Outpatient Clinical Position - LPN or CMA

Conway Medical Center • Conway, SC

3d

About The Position

The PNS Outpatient Clinical Position (OCP) may be filled by a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). The OCP provides care and treatment to patients in a medical practice setting as directed by a physician, helps ensure quality care, and maintains confidential records of vital statistics and other pertinent data. The role includes notifying patients of diagnostic test results, ensuring appropriate follow-up care, and educating patients so they understand physician orders. Duties include rooming patients in a timely manner, recording nursing notes and vital signs, documenting weight and other information, and coordinating care within the office team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse program for the LPN pathway.
• Current South Carolina or compact-state LPN licensure through SCLLR, in good standing, for the LPN pathway.
• Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through an accredited agency for the CMA pathway.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• At least 2 years of prior experience working in a physician office setting.
• Knowledge of standard medical office practices and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with coworkers, nursing colleagues, physicians, and department heads.
• Exemplary core customer service skills.
• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong PC skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous acute care experience.
• 5 years of experience working in a physician office setting.
• Knowledge of current referral sources and authorization processes.
• Previous experience with Electronic Medical Record systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and treatment to patients in a medical practice setting as directed by a physician.
• Help ensure that quality care is provided to all patients.
• Maintain confidential records of vital statistics and other pertinent data.
• Notify patients of diagnostic test results.
• Ensure that patients receive appropriate follow-up care.
• Educate patients to support their understanding of physician orders.
• Room patients in a timely manner.
• Record nursing notes, vital signs, weight, and other relevant information.
• Coordinate care within the office team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED