Clinic LPN/Medical Assistant III - Pediatrics

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Turner Center in Springfield, MO. The role involves administrative duties (phones, scheduling, data entry) and clinical care (vital signs, patient prep, medication administration) in a fast-paced ambulatory clinic.

Ideal candidates will have a formal MA program and externship, with strong communication and computer skills. Preference given to those with outpatient clinic experience and MO licensure. Turner Center operates daytime hours.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a formal MA training program with pharmacology, anatomy/physiology, and externship.
• Preference for prior health care or ambulatory clinic experience.
• Proficiency in computer skills and strong verbal/written communication.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and enter data in medical records.
• Take and record vital signs, collect demographics, review medication lists, prepare patients for examination, and maintain rooms/equipment.
• Administer medications as ordered by the physician under supervision.
• Carry out delegated tasks and support provider supervision as directed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal MA training program with pharmacology and externship

Clinical externship experience

Job description

Facility:Turner Center: 1000 E Primrose St, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1210 Pediatrics PrimroseScheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours:8 AM- 5 PMWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)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, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthEducation: Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent Required effective 9/1/20: Graduated from or Completion of 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 settingSkills: 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 skillsLicensure/Certification/Registration: Required:Certification or Registration from a CoxHealth approved certification program: CMA/AAMA, RMA/AMT, CCMA/NHA, NRCMA/NAHP, NCMA/NCCT, RMA/AAMP.Job Description: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.Education: Required: Graduate of an state board accredited practical nursing program 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 oversite. Proficient Computer skills Licensure/Certification/Registration: Required: Current License Practical Nurse or Graduate Practical Nurse active in the state of Missouri Preferred: IV certification in State of Missouri