Clinical Assistant (LPN, CMA, or RMA)

HUDSON PHYSICIANS SC; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

HUDSON PHYSICIANS SC is seeking aClinical Assistant to support providers in delivering patient care in a busy clinic setting. The role involves preparing patients, taking vitals, documenting in the EMR, and assisting with procedures.

The position requires either an LPN license (WI) or Medical Assistant certification with a 6-week externship, plus strong communication and nursing knowledge. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited LPN program and licensed by the State of Wisconsin, or graduation from a Medical Assistant program with current certification.
• Minimum: Graduation from above program with 6 week externship.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and general nursing skills.
• Knowledge of PC, Windows, & Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with administering patient care.
• Prepare patients for provider examination including obtaining vital signs on all patients and documenting accurately in the EMR.
• Perform pre-visit planning for applicable patient visits.
• Administer and document medications per clinic protocols.
• Educate patients and families as deemed necessary.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, exam rooms, and treatment rooms.
• Apply treatments and dressings as requested by providers.
• Perform clinic procedures as directed.
• Receive and return patient telephone calls in a timely manner.
• Refill medications per protocol.
• Assist in prior authorization for medications and medical equipment.
• Adhere to clinic and departmental procedures and protocols.
• Clean and sanitize clinic instruments per clinic protocol.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information acquired through clinic employment.
• Follow clinic emergency/safety protocols and attend mandatory meetings.
• Adhere to the clinic philosophy and provide comprehensive care according to a patient-centered healthcare clinic

Skills

Independent work

Verbal & written communication

Clinical judgment

Medical terminology

PC/Microsoft Office

Education

LPN license (WI)

Medical Assistant diploma/certification

Job description

$3,000 Sign On BonusThe primary purpose of this position is to safely, effectively and efficiently perform clinical assistant duties required to assist in meeting provider and patient needs. This position is staffed during normal business hours.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist providers with administering patient carePrepare patients for provider examination including obtaining vital signs on all patients and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)Perform pre-visit planning for applicable patient visitsAdminister & document medications per clinic protocolsEducate patients and families as deemed necessaryMaintain clean & organized work areas, exam rooms, and treatment roomsApply treatments and dressings as requested by providersPerform clinic procedures as directedReceive and return patient telephone calls in a timely mannerRefill medications per protocolAssist in prior authorization for medications and medical equipmentAdhere to clinic and departmental procedures and protocolsClean and sanitize clinic instruments per clinic protocolPerform additional duties as assignedSUPPLEMENTAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Remain punctual, reliable, and available for late coverage if applicableMaintain a positive and respectful attitude while supporting the clinic visionMaintain required certification and/or licensure applicable to degreeMaintain current BLS CPR certificationWork effectively under pressure in a fast pace environmentMaintain a neat and well groomed professional appearanceInteract positively with all interdisciplinary team membersMaintain confidentiality of all information acquired through clinic employmentEstablish and maintain positive working relationships with patients, providers, internal personnel, and outside facilitiesFollow clinic emergency/safety protocols and attend mandatory meetingsAbide by clinic protocols, ergonomic recommendations, and OSHA standardsAdhere to the clinic philosophy and provide comprehensive care according to a patient-centered healthcare clinicWORKING CONDITIONS:Subject to interruptions, high volume telephone calls, and frequent problem solving activitiesSubject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, staff, or outside agenciesFlexibility in scheduling required to meet department needsPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Abide by ergonomic recommendations of the positionMust possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetic devices that will enable these senses to function adequatelyStand for several hoursSubject to lifting and carrying supplies averaging 25 poundsRepetitive motions involving use of phone and keyboardEDUCATION:Minimum: Graduation from an accredited LPN program and licensed by the State of Wisconsin or Graduation from a Medical Assistant program and current certification through an accredited programEXPERIENCE:Minimum: Graduation from above program with 6 week externshipKNOWLEDGE:Ability to work independently with minimal instructionExcellent verbal and written communication skillsGood judgment skills and ability to prioritize tasksKnowledge of medical terminology and general nursing skillsKnowledge of PC, Windows, & Microsoft Office