LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Endoscopy

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated clinical support staff to join their team. In this role, you will provide essential care to patients and assist providers in delivering high-quality medical services. Your responsibilities will include documenting patient histories, administering medications, and preparing patients for examinations. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package from day one. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth through generous tuition reimbursement and wellness programs.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits starting day one

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program with financial incentives

Life insurance and disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Family-friendly support services

Voluntary benefits including identity theft protection

Qualifications

• Must have certification in medical assisting and provide excellent patient care.
• Ability to document medical history and assist in minor surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care and assist with examinations and procedures.
• Document patient interactions and ensure accurate communication with providers.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical History Documentation

Surgical Assistance

Laboratory Specimen Collection

Medication Administration

Communication Skills

Education

Certification in Medical Assisting

High School Diploma

Job description

Provides primary clinical support to the provider, patient, and their family to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient's condition. Follows up on diagnostic testing to ensure completion, accuracy, and filing of same in medical record to ensure continuity and quality of care. Promotes a clean environment. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in specific age range on their assigned clinical area.

• Obtains and documents patient medical history, chief complaint, vital signs, and provides basic medical database for provider, and prepares patient for examinations.
• Provides direct clinical care as directed by provider.
• Assists provider in performance of minor surgical diagnostic procedures and ancillary diagnostic examinations as directed by provider to facilitate accurate diagnosis.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork to expedite laboratory studies with maximum accuracy and efficiency.
• Executes and documents ongoing patient communication, as directed by provider, prioritizes communication to the provider, responds to patient questions and requests to ensure efficient use of provider time and timely response to patients' needs.
• Administers medications and vaccines including intradermal and skin testing under the direction of a provider and per scope of practice.
• Cleans and sets up examination and treatment rooms between cases, ensures required levels of asepsis, availability of appropriate instruments and equipment, and preparation of patient.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Hiring Incentive:This position qualifies for a $5,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply.

Hours:40 hours per week; Days; 7:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Benefits:

• Full benefits (health, dental, and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools, and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life, and pet and legal insurance