PRN CMA/LPN – Clinic Float Pool

University of Missouri Health Care • Columbia, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in our Capital Region Clinic Float Pool. In this role, you will room patients, obtain and document vital signs and medical histories, prepare patients for exams, assist providers, administer medications or injections as appropriate, and perform basic clinical tests. You will also support efficient clinic operations by coordinating patient flow, managing documentation in the electronic medical record, and communicating with patients and the care team. Our team values warmth, collaboration, and adaptability to ensure every patient receives safe, high-quality care. Join MU Health Care and make a meaningful impact in delivering exceptional patient care.

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

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This position will be required to float to all clinics in the following locations based on staffing needs:
· Ashland
· Boonville
· Columbia
· Fayette
· Fulton
· Jefferson City
· Mexico

Requirements

• LPN: Missouri Board of Nursing LPN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state LPN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state LPNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
• Medical Assistant: Graduation from a medical assistant education program or two (2) years of medical assistant experience.
• One of the following certifications within 6 months: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by the American Medical Technologists (AMT), Medical Assistant (NCMA) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), Medical Assistant Certification (MAC) by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA).

Nice To Haves

• Additional formal education in a health care field is preferred.
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration.
• Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
• Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions.
• Provide quality care to patients and work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction. Follow all safety, security, and infection control, policies and procedures. Perform all tasks to ensure the safety of self, patient, and co-workers.
• Maintain the standards of nursing care and departmental criteria to assure they are aligned with the University of Missouri Health Care Mission and Goals.
• Participates in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups.
• Perform patient care duties and procedures following department policy, established protocol and standard of care, or directed by Charge Nurse.
• May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department documents.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed