Medical Assistant/LPN (FT, M-F 7:30a-4:30p)

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Clinic Provider, the Medical Assistant and/or LPN assists the physician and advanced practice provider with patient care. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions

1. Adheres to Organization’s Policies and Procedures
2. Provides exceptional customer service and ensures access to appropriate services as expeditiously as possible
3. Sets up rooms
4. May take patient into room and perform and document initial patient interview
5. Assists physician/advanced practice provider with patient care
6. Sets up rooms 
7. Performs office tests as ordered
8. Draws blood
9. Gives injections and other medications (if ordered by a physician)
10. Performs clerical duties as needed
11. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistance Program Minimum is required. However, years of job-related experience in medical clinic; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be accepted in lieu of Medical Assistance Program. This decision will be made by the Practice Manager and the HR Department.

SKILLS:

1. Communication.
2. Medical Terminology
3. Customer Service
4. Leadership
5. Ethical Practice.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift 30 lbs. using appropriate body mechanics techniques. Utilizes good hearing, vocal and visual skills. Occasionally requires bending and stretching. Pushing and pulling. May be exposed to communicable diseases.

EQUIPMENT:

Computer and Printer

Copy Machine

Fax Machine

Telephone

RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION:

This position could have access to patient confidential records and must comply with HIPAA regulations as well as Hospital and Clinic Compliance Policies.

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal function of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent to this position.