Clinic LPN Cardiovascular/Medical Assistant III - Cardiovascular Srvcs

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare system in an exciting role as an LPN or MA III, where you will provide vital administrative and clinical support. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to patient care and safety. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication, you will be part of a dedicated team that values excellence and compassion. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a sign-on bonus and generous paid time off, while making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients across the region. If you're looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer match

Sign-On Bonus

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Current LPN license required, with BLS certification within 90 days.
• Experience in primary care preferred for Float Pool roles.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties like scheduling and data entry.
• Measure vital signs and prepare patients for examination.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Proficient computer skills

Education

Graduate of a state board accredited practical nursing program

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Formal MA training program

Job description

Summary

About Us

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek.
• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible

Job Summary --LPN

The LPN performs administrative duties that include answering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry in medical records. Clinical duties will include measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographics and medical information including review of medication list, preparing patients for examination, cleaning rooms and equipment, and stocking supplies. This position will involve the administration of medications as ordered by the physician. Performs specific competencies as directed by the department.

Job Requirements--LPN

• Education
  • Required: Graduate of a state board accredited practical nursing program
• Experience
  • Required for Float Pool: 1 year primary care experience

Preferred: Previous nursing experience, particularly in outpatient or ambulatory clinic setting

• Skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
  • Carry out delegated tasks as directed by supervisors or with provider oversight.
  • Proficient computer skills.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
  • Required: Current License Practical Nurse or Graduate Practical Nurse active in the state of Missouri.
  • Required: Must obtain American Heart Association BLS within 90 days of hire.
  • Preferred: IV certification in the State of Missouri.

Job Summary—MA III

Perform administrative duties that might include answering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry in medical records under the direct supervision of a supervisor or provider. Clinical duties will include measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographics or medical information including review of medication list, preparing patients for examination, cleaning rooms and equipment, and stocking supplies. Depending on location and training, the MA III may draw blood or perform waived testing on specimens. This position will involve the administration of medications.

Job Requirements—MA III

• Education
  • Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Graduated from a formal MA training program that included pharmacology class, anatomy/physiology, the basics of medication administration, and completion of a clinical externship.
• Experience
  • Required: None
  • Preferred: Previous experience in work that involved direct contact with people.
  • Preferred: Previous experience in health care setting, particularly in an ambulatory clinic setting.
• Skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
  • Carry out delegated tasks under supervision of a provider.
  • Proficient computer skills.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
  • Required: Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.
  • Required: Certification or Registration from a CoxHealth approved certification program: CMA/AAMA, RMA/AMT, CCMA/NHA, NRCMA/NAHP, NCMA/NCCT, RMA/AAMP.