Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant - Full Time

Position Summary:   

 Xpress Wellness Urgent Care is looking for a skilled and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant to join our team. As a healthcare provider that treats non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries to patients of all ages, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch patient care, excellent customer service, and a collaborative work environment. In addition to treating patients, Xpress Wellness also offers occupational medicine, workers compensation, behavioral health, virtual primary care, and facility-based primary care. As an LPN or MA at Xpress Wellness, you will have the opportunity to help people when they need it most, work with a dynamic team of healthcare professionals, and continue to learn and grow in your career.    

Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Greets patients in the waiting area in a courteous, professional manner, ensures patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently, escorts patients to discharge  
• Obtains patient history: assesses/triages patient, measures vital signs, and records information on patient chart.  
• Explains treatment procedures and prepares patient and exam room for examination by provider. 
• Positions instruments and equipment and hands to provider when directed. Cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment after use.  
• Administers injections, medications, eye and ear irrigations, and enemas, dresses/bandages wounds and incisions, draws blood and assists the provider. 
• Performs diagnostic tests including eye exam, electrocardiograph, defibrillator, cardiac monitor, oxygen equipment, pulse ox, peak flow, and inhalation. 
• Performs CLIA-waived lab tests, draws blood, and collects, labels, and processes lab specimens for send-out.  
• Performs occupational medicine protocols, using proper techniques and guidelines. 
• Ensures preparation for pick-up and shipment to the appropriate. 
• Correctly prepares and administers medication. Uses patient identifiers prior to administration of medication. Documents administration is required. 
• Removes sutures and/or staples and changes sterile and non-sterile dressing. 
• When applicable, performs basic X-rays or assists Radiology Technician with x-ray setup. 
• Completes medical chart to include medical services rendered, test results, and supplies used.  
• Performs patient callbacks, arranges for referrals and testing, and schedules follow-up appointments.  
• Monitors disposable inventory and places orders for medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.  
• Performs quality checks on medical equipment to ensure equipment is in good working order.  
• Assists with registration and performs additional clerical duties when necessary. 
• Other duties as assigned. This is a safety-sensitive position.  

Qualifications:  

• Education: 
• Graduate of an LPN/MA program. Must possess a current License for state of employment (Oklahoma or Kansas) as a Licensed Practical Nurse. 
• Licenses/Certification: 
• Graduate of an LPN/MA program. Must possess a current License for state of employment (Oklahoma or Kansas) as a Licensed Practical Nurse. 
• Must obtain and maintain a current certification in BLS. 
• Experience: 
• Desirable characteristics include at least one year of experience as an LPN, preferably in an Urgent Care setting.  
• Must be able to follow directions and perform work according to clinic standards when no directions are given.  
• Must be emotionally mature and able to function effectively under stress. 
• Skills: 
• PC skills or applicable computer experience. 
• Ability to accurately read and write medical terminology. 
• Ability to work all shifts. 
• Ability to escort or transport patient by wheelchair or stretcher. 
• Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills. 

Working Conditions: 

• May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements. 
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations and interruptions. 
• Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. 
• Occasional pressure due to a fast-paced environment. 
• The position may require lifting, carrying, or pushing equipment or patients

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.  
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance. 
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases. 
• May be in contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. 
• Able to handle emergency or crisis situations. 
• Will be required to wear protective equipment as necessary. ? Ability to escort or transport patient by wheelchair or stretcher ? Frequently: Sitting, walking, standing. 
• Occasionally: Bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, lifting, carrying, pushing, traveling. 
• Ability to lift 15-20 pounds