University of Missouri Health Care·Columbia, Missouri
The role involves providing patient-centered care by rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, and assisting providers with exams and clinical tests. Additionally, the incumbent will manage electronic medical records and coordinate patient flow to ensure efficient clinic operations.
ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in our Urgent Care.
In this role, you will room patients, obtain and document vital signs and medical histories, prepare patients for exams, assist providers, administer medications or injections as appropriate, and perform basic clinical tests.
You will also support efficient clinic operations by coordinating patient flow, managing documentation in the electronic medical record, and communicating with patients and the care team.
Our team values warmth, collaboration, and adaptability to ensure every patient receives safe, high-quality care.
Join MU Health Care and make a meaningful impact in delivering exceptional patient care.
ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built.
At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives.
Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions.
We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.
Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics.
Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS · Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one · Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays · Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years · Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) · Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more · See a comprehensive list of benefits here.
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION · Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration. · Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures. · Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions. · Provide quality care to patients and work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction.
Follow all safety, security, and infection control, policies and procedures.
Perform all tasks to ensure the safety of self, patient, and co-workers. · Maintain the standards of nursing care and departmental criteria to assure they are aligned with the University of Missouri Health Care Mission and Goals. · Participates in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups. · Perform patient care duties and procedures following department policy, established protocol and standard of care, or directed by Charge Nurse. · May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department documents.
· Additional formal education in a health care field is preferred. · Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Candidates must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with relevant certification or education. The position requires the ability to perform clinical tasks and maintain high standards of patient safety and care.
Market context
In Missouri, support-services roles tied to case management and community outreach often draw steady demand from healthcare and community-based employers, especially when local travel and EMR use are part of the job. These positions are competitive because employers want candidates with a relevant certification, 1-3 years of experience, and comfort working across sites within a 45-mile radius. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification, EMR background, and travel readiness before applying.
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