Clinical Assistant - CMA/LPN/RN - RHG at HRMC (ECU Health North Campus)

Rural Health Group, Inc.; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community health center is seeking a dedicated Clinical Assistant to enhance patient-centered care at its family practice clinic. This full-time role involves advocating for patients, monitoring their care, and collaborating with the clinical team to ensure effective treatment and follow-up. The ideal candidate will possess a valid North Carolina LPN or RN license or CMA certification, along with strong communication and organizational skills. Join a passionate team committed to improving health outcomes in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment that values teamwork and integrity.

Qualifications

• Must be certified MA or have active LPN/RN license.
• Outpatient physician office experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient-centered care and monitor patient progress.
• Address patient needs and plan for treatment and follow-up.

Skills

Good Judgment

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Phlebotomy

Documentation Skills

Disease Management Education

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Active North Carolina LPN or RN License

Tools

eClinicalWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rural Health Group, a multi-location Community Health Center in northeastern North Carolina, is seeking a CMA, LPN, or RN for a full-time position to support our clinical team at RHG's family practice clinic on the campus of ECU Health North Hospital.

The Clinical Assistant facilitates services aimed at enhancing patient-centered care and maximizing outcomes across the patient care continuum. The duties of the position include patient advocacy, monitoring patient care to ensure progress toward desired outcomes, addressing patient and family needs, resolving obstacles to effective care, and together with the clinical team, planning for patient treatment and follow-up care.

Must be Certified MA or have an active North Carolina LPN or RN license. CNA applicants or MAs who are not yet certified will not be considered.

Schedule will be 8am to 10pm 3 Days a Week

Successful candidate must demonstrate the Rural Health Group Core Competencies, which include:

1. Good Judgment
2. Communication/Customer Service/Teamwork
3. Passion
4. Honesty
5. Responsibility
6. Job-Specific Skill Set

The following clinical skills/experience are preferred:

• Phlebotomy
• Equipment usage (EKG, Clinitek, Hemoglobin)
• Good documentation skills
• Tracking and maintaining medical data
• Immunization (adult and pediatric)
• Injections
• IV therapy
• Strong understanding of disease management for providing patient education at the direction of the provider

REQUIREMENTS

• Outpatient physician office experience strongly preferred
• Active North Carolina LPN or RN license, or MA Certification/Registration
• Expanded nurse role experience preferred
• Excellent organizational, telephone, and communication skills
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and work efficiently in a potentially stressful environment
• Ability to apply good judgment while carrying out responsibilities
• Pleasant, professional approach; must be able to work well with the public and provide excellent internal and external customer service
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, professional relationships with patients, providers, coworkers, and superiors
• Possess knowledge of modern office equipment and Microsoft Office software programs
• Basic computer skills; must be able to quickly learn to use eClinicalWorks electronic health record system
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, but not required; applicants who may serve in a translating capacity will be required to take a language assessment

EOE. Federal and State Criminal Background Checks and Drug Screen required for all positions. Influenza vaccine is also a condition of employment.

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