Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse, Primary Care

Trinity Health System; Ohio; On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health System is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse for Primary Care. The role involves delivering patient care under the direction of health care providers, performing vital checks and supporting medical team efforts. Ideal candidates are compassionate, detail-oriented, and possess effective communication skills. This full-time position offers opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical assistant duties preferred.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations.
• Knowledge of health care provider's procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care and follow established standards.
• Obtain and record vital signs; assist health care providers.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment.

Skills

Ability to perform urine drug screens

Ability to administer injections

Effective communication

Demonstrated knowledge of examination procedures

Knowledge of medical terminology

Sound judgment and composure

Positive attitude towards patients

Good computer skills

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma (or GED equivalent)

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse, Primary Care

Certified Medical Assistant/Licensed Practical Nurse, Primary Care

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Job Summary

Under the direction of the health care provider and unit manager, the MA is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well- being of all patients. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment. Accurately performs preliminary physical tests such as: measures blood pressure, records, weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.

• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problems.
• May be required to collect urine drug specimens, draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer ordered medications and /or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and /or nasal administration.
• May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGs.
• Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
• Communicates with patients regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the physician.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Formulates and documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider (s).
• Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
• Provide for the patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
  
  

Job Summary

Under the direction of the health care provider and unit manager, the MA is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well- being of all patients. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment. Accurately performs preliminary physical tests such as: measures blood pressure, records, weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problems.
• May be required to collect urine drug specimens, draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer ordered medications and /or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and /or nasal administration.
• May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGs.
• Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
• Communicates with patients regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the physician.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Formulates and documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider (s).
• Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
• Provide for the patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma (or GED equivalent)
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred but NOT required
  
  

Required Licensure And Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 5 days
  
  

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Training

• Ability to perform urine drug screens, administer injections.
• Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Through knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
• Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
• Good computer skills using a medical management application.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Two year medical assistant experience preferred.
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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