Full-Time LPN: Patient Care, Procedures & Clinic Support

SMG Brand; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens Medical Group, a division of Summit Medical Group, is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their practice and support clinical tasks. This is a full-time opportunity in Athens, TN.

The successful candidate will escort patients, record vital signs, assist with procedures, administer medications, triage calls, and handle related clerical duties while maintaining clean, stocked exam rooms. Previous medical office experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program or medical assisting program.
• Current TN LPN license or nationally certified medical assisting certification required.
• Prefer one year of medical office experience.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for examinations per physician preference.
• Record vital signs: pulse, blood pressure, height, and general measurements.
• Perform procedures such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, and holter monitoring.
• Assist physicians with procedures and administer medications as directed; provide patient education.
• Handle triage calls, referrals, pre-certs, and prescription requests as needed.
• Contact patients about test results and other routine communications.
• Schedule patient appointments and maintain tidy, stocked exam rooms and work areas.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Nursing assessments

Phlebotomy

EKG

Education

LPN license

Medical assisting certification

Job description

Athens Medical Group, a division of Summit Medical Group, is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their practice and support clinical tasks. This is a full-time opportunity in Athens, TN.

The successful candidate will escort patients, record vital signs, assist with procedures, administer medications, triage calls, and handle related clerical duties while maintaining clean, stocked exam rooms. Previous medical office experience is preferred.