LPN / Medical Assistant - Specialty (Bone & Joint)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, is seeking a healthcare professional to support physicians and nurse practitioners in delivering compassionate care.

The role includes handling patient calls, basic testing such as EKGs, and point-of-care CLIA-waived testing; Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, 40 hours weekly. Ideal candidates hold an LPN license or Medical Assistant certification, with CPT/ICD-10 coding knowledge and current BLS.

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 Coding.
• Current BLS certification.
• ILCOR-certified courses with manikin check-off.
• Must maintain confidentiality and work independently with limited supervision.
• BLS certification kept current.
• LPN license required.
• Medical Assistant program certification or equivalent; 3+ years in a physician office setting preferred.

Skills

CPT & ICD-10 Coding

BLS Certification

Confidentiality & Professionalism

Independence & Composure

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Licensed Medical Assistant Program Certification or equivalent

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm

Summary of the Job :
To provide medical assistance to the physician/nurse practitioner in a professional manner and to provide for patients in a caring, efficient and compassionate manner. To handle patient phone calls and care of patients in the office. Perform EKG’s and CLIA waived test as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications : High School diploma. Must have good working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 Coding. Current BLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off. Must be able to maintain composure under difficult and stressful conditions. Must be able to maintain confidentiality and be able to work independently with little supervision. Displays tact and diplomacy in inter-personal skills. Keeps BLS Certification current at all times.
LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse diploma from an accredited school. Current Licensed Practical Nursing license. Maintains annual and continuing education credits; keeps license current at all times.
Medical Assistant: Accredited Medical Assistant Program Certification or equivalent on the job training consisting of 3 or more years. Completion of an accredited medical assistant program preferred. Two to five years of experience in a physician office setting preferred.

Preferred Qualifications : Physician’s office experience preferred. Experience with EPIC (EMR) a plus along with insurance processes required within a clinical setting.
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%)- reaching
Occasionally (1%-33%)- lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.