Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant | Brandon Clinic
About The Position
Medical Assistant Job Summary: Performs selected medical assistant and clerical duties that assist in care for clinic patients following established standards, practices, and competency. Works collaboratively with other clinic staff to solve practice-related problems. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department. Must have one of the following certifications: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) RN Job Summary: Responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients and families. Communicates with physicians as well as other healthcare team members to provide excellent patient care You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Provides for the delivery of professional nursing care under the direction of the provider.
Requirements
- The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Responsibilities
- Performs general nursing care to patients.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
- Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic.
- Prepares equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing of patients.
- Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider.
- Oversees appointment scheduling and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintains timely flow of patients.
- Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination. Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining the health history, and taking vitals. Documents obtained information in patient chart. Instructs patient in collection of samples and tests.
- Responds to patient phone calls in a timely manner with appropriate input from the physician.
- Educates patients and families about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness.
- Suggests solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.
- Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
- Assures appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed. Performs quality control and maintains records on all lab testing.
Benefits
- Student Loan Repayment: This Registered Nurse (RN) position may be eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Free health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
