Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA/CCMA)

Lake Regional Health System; Eldon (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Regional Health System in Eldon, Missouri, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA) to join their team. The ideal candidate is an outgoing professional who will contribute to patient care and assist medical staff with various tasks.

Responsibilities include escorting patients, documenting medical records, and providing support during procedures. A Missouri LPN License or accredited Medical Assisting credentials are required, with a focus on delivering compassionate care in a team-oriented environment.

Lake Regional offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required for this role.
• Graduated from an accredited Practical Nursing Program — New Grads Welcome!
• Missouri LPN License required.
• Previous medical office experience, including lab draws, desired.
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assisting program or has worked as a Medical Assistant in a clinic setting for at least 3–5 years.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to the exam room and documents chief complaints
• Documents patient care in the electronic medical record
• Assists a physician and/or nurse practitioner by providing assessment, treatment, testing, and education for patients in the practice.
• Greets patients warmly and respectfully, demonstrating compassion
• Responds in a timely manner and keeps patients informed while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to all privacy and protected health regulations.
• Assists physician/nurse practitioner with in‑clinic procedures

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA/CCMA)

Lake Regional Health System, Eldon, Missouri, United States

About this position

Lake Regional Health System is looking for an outgoing, professional Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA) to join our team. With our state‑of‑the‑art hospital and network of clinics, therapy sites, and pharmacies, Lake Regional offers a wide range of employment opportunities in our community.

Job Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to the exam room and documents chief complaints
• Documents patient care in the electronic medical record
• Assists a physician and/or nurse practitioner by providing assessment, treatment, testing, and education for patients in the practice.
• Greets patients warmly and respectfully, demonstrating compassion
• Responds in a timely manner and keeps patients informed while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to all privacy and protected health regulations.
• Assists physician/nurse practitioner with in‑clinic procedures

Qualifications / Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required for this role.
• Graduated from an accredited Practical Nursing Program — New Grads Welcome!
• Missouri LPN License required.
• Previous medical office experience, including lab draws, desired.
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assisting program or has worked as a Medical Assistant in a clinic setting for at least 3–5 years.
• You will be required to test for credentials within 90 days from the hire date using one of the approved credentialing bodies:

• American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) – Website: www.aama-ntl.org
• American Medical Technologists (AMT) – Website: www.americanmedtech.org
• National Healthcareer Association (NHA) – Website: www.nhanow.com
• National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) – Website: www.nahpusa.com

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) / Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) / Certified Clinic Medical Assistant (CCMA) credentials desired.

Additional certifications may be required for this position and will be coordinated by Lake Regional as part of your ongoing training and development.

An annual influenza vaccination is required.

Lake Regional offers a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits.

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