LPN or Medical Assistant

LPN or Medical Assistant Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant with a heart for patient care? Come join our team and help us take great care of our patients in this very busy clinic. We are looking for an LPN or MA who: multi-tasks well and maintains accuracy even when working at a fast pace is independent and self-directed while working as part of the care team is flexible and willing to go wherever needed is a rock-star communicator Why choose Stillwater Medical? Competitive wages Excellent benefits Award-winning Culture - On Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012

Details:

This position is full-time, 40 hours per week The clinic is open from 8 am - 5 pm, Monday thru Friday

JOB SUMMARY

This opening is for a licensed practical nurse or medical assistant. LPNs provide direct and indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and/or physician. Consistently meets regulatory requirements and standards for nursing in addition to complying with SMC Physician Practice Management policies and procedures. MAs are responsible for providing clinical support services in a professional and courteous manner. Provides direct and indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting under the direction and supervision of a physician or advanced practice provider. LPNs and MAs communicate effectively with physicians and other team members about patient s clinical condition including patient symptoms and diagnostic study results. Provide care and communication that meet the needs of each patient and family. Complete all patient documentation and charges accurately and timely. In some SMC clinics, the LPN or MA may be required to coordinate and schedule patient appointments as well as accurately gather and document patient demographic information. Facilitate appropriate communication between back office and front office processes that contribute to successful clinic performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Graduate or GED equivalent. Medical Assistant certification from an accredited program preferred or Licensed to practice as a LPN in the state of Oklahoma. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Previous demonstrated MA or clinical experience in the physician practice setting preferred. Understand the ethics of confidentiality and HIPAA regulatory requirements. Possess the ability to communicate well with employees, physicians, and general public. Ability to manage multiple tasks. Current CPR card or completion of course within 30 days of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have adequate perception of sounds or adequate hearing with corrections. Adequate vision, or correctable with glasses/contacts, to prepare reports and read written materials. Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking, standing, and dealing with stressful situations. Able to hear, see, and feel to accurately assess, monitor, and administer care. Able to frequently lift at least 60 lbs., reach, pull, push, bend, stoop, and kneel. Possess fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination to give care (i.e.: insert catheters, administer medications, and handle instruments and operate equipment). Able to work in latex burdened environment.