CMA, LPN, or RN - Family Medicine & Pediatrics

Responsibilities

Assist provider and other clinical staff with obtaining basic vital information preparing patient for examination, treatment and minor surgical procedures. Demonstrates competence in the clinical skills necessary to carry out assigned job duties. May be required to draw and collect blood and other samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Administer vaccines and ordered medications by oral, IM,SQ or ID routes. Place urinary catheters per protocol. Schedule referrals for patients with specialist or outpatient as requested by the provider. Complete appropriate forms or requisitions needed for referrals or lab testing, including appropriate CPT/ICD-9 coding. Responsible for tracking system for follow-up appointments related to office visits, laboratory tests and procedures to regularly follow patients monitoring disease status. Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient’s electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes. Be aware of what is happening in clinic/department and the organization by attending clinic/department meetings, reading emails and regularly checking information on the organization’s intranet site. Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations. Provide education to patients and families using the Teach-back method per protocols and guidelines.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Practical Nurses or Registered Nurses. Current license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa for Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse. OR Certified Medical Assistant program completion through AAMA, AMT, NHA or NCT Previous clinical experience in a medical office preferred. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong computer skills. Ability to work as a team member.