LPN/Medical Assistant/EMT - Pediatrics

HealthPartners; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated LPN/Medical Assistant/EMT for their Primary Care department. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to provide essential patient care and support within a dynamic healthcare environment. You will be responsible for performing routine office procedures, assisting patients in achieving health goals, and documenting care outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a passion for patient care. Join a forward-thinking team where your contributions will make a significant impact on patient health and well-being.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or Medical Assistant program.
• Current BLS certification required and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, accurate, and clinically competent direct care to patients.
• Assist patients to achieve basic health care goals.
• Document observations, actions, and patient outcomes.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

BLS certification

Patient care

Nursing skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

High school diploma or GED

Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Current Medical Assistant Certification or Registration

Job description

HealthPartners is currently hiring for a full-time LPN/Medical Assistant/EMT working in the Primary Care department.

***SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE***

The required qualifications for the LPN position include:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current LPN licensure in Minnesota.
• Current BLS certification for health professionals through the American Heart Association or Red Cross required and maintained. Online BLS certification is not acceptable.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills including appropriate use of English grammar and spelling.
• One year working experience as an LPN is preferred.

The required qualifications for the Medical Assistant position include:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR Graduate of an accredited EMT program and current EMT License.
• Current BLS certification for health professionals through the American Heart Association or Red Cross required and maintained. Online BLS certification is not acceptable.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including appropriate use of English grammar and spelling.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification or Registration through AAMA or AMT is preferred.

The LPN position responsibilities include:

• Identify common and recurring nursing needs of the patient.
• Recognize the need for and perform routine office procedures and testing in the ambulatory care setting.
• Assist patients to achieve basic health care goals.
• Identify patient education needs, provide instruction, and refer appropriately.
• Document observations, actions, and patient outcomes.
• Provide safe, accurate, and clinically competent direct care to patients and families.
• Recognize patient abnormalities or urgent problems and seek appropriate assistance.
• Obtain health history information. Obtain accurate vital signs, recognize, and report variances.
• Teach techniques or provide information according to established program.
• Accurately and appropriately document procedures and treatments in each patient’s record.
• Communicate information effectively to other members of the healthcare team.
• Provide the patient and family with current and accurate information regarding procedures and care.
• Perform telephone screening under the direction of RN or MD.
• Ensure patients’ rights to privacy, safety, and confidentiality.
• Maintain current practice by obtaining continuing education in relevant practice areas.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Serve as a catalyst in improving standards of LPN practice.
• Serve as a role model for technical conduct and practice.
• Provide support to professional and technical staff.
• Solve problems appropriately seeking assistance from healthcare team members.
• Foster positive interactions with patients and team members through interpersonal skills.

The Medical Assistant position responsibilities include:

• Room patients and complete vital signs and other pertinent measurements.
• Administer medication and clinical procedures according to authorized policies and documented procedures, including DISCUS or AIMS assessments.
• Review charts for relevant information for the patient's appointment, including prepared practice work.
• Provide and document health educational materials to patients as needed.
• Handle patient records confidentially per HealthPartners policy.
• Seek medical or nursing assistance when encountering acutely ill patients or changing conditions.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms, assist providers as needed.
• Prepare patients for medical interventions.
• Prepare charts and records for appointments according to clinic practices.
• Check MSRs for completion and route appropriately.
• Prepare lab, x-ray, and other forms as requested.
• Process drug refills per clinic protocols.
• Monitor station logs as assigned.
• Facilitate timely communication within the clinic.
• Relay messages and test results accurately and appropriately.
• Gather necessary information from callers and relay to providers for follow-up.
• Coordinate provider schedules and assist with urgent and non-urgent needs.
• Assist with patient correspondence and forms completion.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment per OSHA standards.
• Complete cleaning and infection control procedures, document completion.
• Manage clinic supplies, check expiration dates, and organize stock.
• Maintain prescription sample cabinets as per protocol.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, calibrated, and in working order.

The position requires the ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods, possess speech, hearing, and sight skills, manual dexterity, and proficiency in English. Some roles may have lifting requirements.