CLINIC LPN

Ozark Health, Inc.; Clinton (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Competitive Pay Scale

Matching 401K

Generous Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits Available

Job summary

Ozark Health, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to prep patients and assist physicians with procedures and minor surgeries in the clinic. You will perform diagnostic tests and educate patients, while liaising with hospitals, nursing homes, pharmacies, HMOs, and other offices to keep patient flow smooth.

The role requires an Arkansas license, a relevant degree, and prior clinical experience. Strong organization and communication are essential for coordinating follow-up care and maintaining

Qualifications

• Current Arkansas license and degree from an accredited institution.
• Previous clinical experience preferred; Lab, EKG, and X-ray experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic tests and documents results in the patient chart.
• Explains tests and treatments to patients and records follow-up needs.
• Arranges follow-up care including outpatient procedures or hospital admissions.
• Receives and organizes medical samples and maintains supplies stock.
• Administers injections or medications per physician orders and keeps records.
• Screens calls, notes test results, and documents in chart; supports smooth patient flow.
• Audits medical records for completeness and ensures proper pre-authorizations for exams.
• Assists in exam room, records vital signs, prepares patient for exam, and maintains sterile equipment.
• Cleans and stocks exam rooms and completes paperwork related to exams.

Skills

Clinical experience

Lab tests

EKG

X-ray

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Degree from accredited institution

Arkansas license

Job description

Job Summary:

This individual is responsible for patient preparation, as well as, assisting the physician with procedures and minor surgeries. Also performs various diagnostic tests and patient education in the clinic. Maintains equipment and acts as liaison between the physician and all outside agencies to include hospitals, nursing homes, DME companies, pharmacies, HMO’s and other physician’s offices, as well as with the patient. Supports other medical staff members as necessary to maintain patient flow.

Requirements:

• Current Arkansas License. Degree from an accredited institution.
• Previous clinical experience preferred. Lab. EKG. and X-ray experience preferred.
• High School Diploma/GED

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Performs any diagnostic tests quickly and accurately and documents results in patient’s chart.
• Thoroughly explains the nature of exam, tests, or treatment to the patient and maintains accurate records for follow-up of test results. Performs any patient education deemed necessary by the physician.
• Makes appropriate arrangements for follow-up and/or continuing care to include: outpatient procedures, hospital admissions, etc.
• Receives and organizes medical samples daily, maintains inventory of medical supplies and submits requests for medical supplies in writing to the clinic manager.
• Administers injections or medications using appropriate technique as ordered by physician and maintains accurate records of each per regulatory guidelines.
• Screens patient telephone calls, return messages, reports test results as needed, calls in orders and prescriptions and documents neatly and accurately in chart.
• Assists other staff members as needed to ensure smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Accurately audits the patient’s medical records to ensure completeness.
• Obtains any pre-authorizations necessary for the physician to conduct the exam and/or procedure.
• Escorts the patient to the exam room, accurately records vital signs, height, weight, brief history, current medications and prepares the patient for exam.
• Replaces table paper, cleans and stocks exam rooms as needed.
• Completes appropriate paperwork within the realm of authority regarding physical exam in a timely manner.
• Ensures that equipment is clean and/or sterile for the physician’s use.
• Prepares patient for X-ray and completes appropriate forms as necessary.
• Assists the physician during procedures and/or minor surgeries as directed, and cleans up afterwards in a timely manner.

Full Time Benefits:

• New Competitive Pay Scale
• Matching 401K
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits Available

Thank you for your interest in employment with Ozark Health.

Ozark Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or other classes protected by state or federal law. Ozark Health is a SMOKE and TOBACCO FREE employer. Smoking or tobacco product use (including e-cigarettes) is prohibited on campus (including parking lots, vehicles and adjacent properties). Smoke breaks are not permitted. Employment applications are active for one year. Proof of the legal right to work in the United States is required.