Clinical Assistant - LPN or CMA - (80 hours per period)

Mille Lacs Health System; Onamia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plans

Wellness Program

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Mille Lacs Health System is seeking a Clinical Assistant to support clinic operations across multiple Mille Lacs Health System locations. The role includes rooming patients, taking vitals, administering medications, handling referrals, and assisting providers to deliver patient care the same day.

The position is day shift with rotating weekends, requires BLS, a valid driver’s license, and relevant certifications or licensure.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Valid driver’s license required; travel between clinic locations may be necessary.
• Certification or registration from an accrediting body such as AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT (must pass certified medical assistant exam with six months of hire) or MN practical nursing license.
• Knowledge of nursing principles and medical ethics.
• Strong communication across disciplines and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Room clients: record height, weight, vitals, and complete documentation.
• Administer oral and injectable medications and vaccines.
• Process medication refill requests accurately.
• Handle scheduling, insurance verification, referrals, prior authorizations, supply restocking, and documentation.
• Store and administer vaccines per CDC/MDH schedules and patient records.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and waived lab tests.
• Coordinate diagnostic testing and referrals with physicians/PA/CNP.
• Contribute to quality initiatives and committee work.
• Mentor students, externs, and new staff.

Skills

BLS Certification

Valid driver's license

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

Minnesota practical nursing license or equivalent

AAMA/AMT/NHA/NCCT certification allowed (pass exam within 6 months)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Microsoft Word

Job description

This position may be assigned or rotate between any or all of the Mille Lacs Health System clinics

Day Shift with Rotating Weekends

Summary

Clinical Assistants (CA) are multi skilled to provide support for clinic operations within the scope of practice under the direct supervision of the clinic Manager. CA's have knowledge of and utilize appropriate age-related protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of clients from infant/child through geriatrics. Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members. Must have knowledge of medical terminology and medical equipment/supplies, medication dosing, storage, and administration. Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills.

Job Duties For Clinical Assistant

• Rooming of clients which includes but is not limited to: height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, and performs and fully completes all documentation in the medical records for nurse visits, patient encounters and medication refills.
• Administration and documentation of oral and injectable medications and vaccinations.
• Accurate preparation and routing of electronic and faxed medication refill requests.
• Reception/Clerical task which include but is not limited to: Scheduling appointments, verification of insurance, checking in for appointments, coordinating patient referrals, coordinate insurance medication prior authorizations, ordering of supplies and equipment and restocking of supplies and accurate documentation of phone calls and patient care.
• Proper storage, handling and administration of vaccines. Be able to determine vaccines appropriate for patient based on past vaccine records, age and the CDC and MDH vaccine schedules.
• Perform and document Phlebotomy, EKGs and waived lab testing.
• Assist the Physician/PA/CNP with continuance of patient care by coordinating diagnostic testing and referrals to inside and outside providers.
• Data Collection for Quality initiatives.
• Serve on various committees and task forces as assigned.
• Willing to train and provided a productive learning environment for students, externs and new staff.

Required Education And Experience

• BLS Certification
• Valid driver's license required; travel between clinic locations may be necessary.
• Certification or registration from an accrediting body such as AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT (must successfully pass certified medical assistant exam with six months of hire) or possess a Minnesota practical nursing license through the Minnesota board of nursing.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, policies, procedures and medical ethics equivalent to years of experience.
• Excellent communication skills across disciplines and at various levels.
• Possession of attention to detail, organization and prioritization skills.
• Basic Computer skills and comprehension including Word.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Health care/ Clinic experience
• Phlebotomy and Lab experience
• X Ray certification and/or experience

Company Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement, Discounts and Scholarships Programs
• Retirement Plans
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness Program
• Service and Pharmacy Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Holiday Pay

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