Licensed Practical Nurse

SENTA ENT and Allergy Physicians; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

HSA

FSA

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee assistance program (EAP)

401(k) match

Half-day Fridays

Job summary

Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia (CAAG) seeks an LPN or Medical Assistant to deliver compassionate patient care in a busy ENT/allergy practice. Under physician supervision, you will take vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and support clinical and administrative tasks.

You will perform skin testing and pulmonary function testing, administer injections, manage immunotherapy records, and assist with front-desk duties as needed. Experience with EHR and outpatient care is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
• Active LPN license in the state of practice required.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Previous experience in a clinical or outpatient setting, preferably in ENT or allergy.
• Proficient in using electronic health record systems and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician with patient care during office visits.
• Perform diagnostic procedures, such as skin testing and pulmonary function testing.
• Administer immunotherapy injections and maintain extracts and records of treatment.
• Treat emergency and priority patients, including the use of CPR if necessary.
• Assist in patient communications by telephone, including instructions and prescriptions.
• Assist in management and treatment of reactions from immunotherapy.
• Maintain an aseptic environment in the medical office.
• Educate patients on their condition, treatment plan, and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR certification

Outpatient clinical experience

EHR proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active LPN license in state of practice

Medical Assistant Certification preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Basic computer applications

Job description

Brief Description

Center for Allergy & Asthma of Georgia (CAAG) is a leading allergy and asthma practice and an affiliate of SENTA Partners, with nine convenient locations in and around the metro Atlanta area. CAAG provides comprehensive treatment for asthma, allergy, and related pulmonary conditions. SENTA Partners is a leading Management Services Organization (MSO) specializing in providing comprehensive support to ENT and allergy private practices. Our mission is to help people breathe better, hear better, live better. At SENTA, we focus on the operational efficiencies and financial performance of our partner practices, allowing physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where our employees can thrive and grow.

Position Summary

Within the scope of credentials and licensure, an LPN / Medical Assistant performs administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Clinical duties include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, administering medications and injections as directed by the physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments and maintaining medical records.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the physician as instructed with patient care during office visits.
• Perform diagnostic procedures, such as skin testing and pulmonary function testing.
• Administer immunotherapy injections and maintain extracts and records of treatment.
• Treat emergency and priority patients, including the use of CPR if necessary.
• Assist the physician with patients by telephone, including instructions to sick patients and prescription refills.
• Assist in management and treatment of reactions which occur secondary to immunotherapy.
• Maintain an aseptic environment appropriate for the medical office.
• Educate patients on their physical condition, treatment plan, use of equipment and medication delivery devices, environmental controls, and any other issues that may affect the patients' care.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Holidays and paid time off (PTO)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Retirement contribution program – 401(k) match
• Pay rate is based on experience.
• Clinic hours:
  • Monday–Friday
  • Half-day Fridays (office closes at 1:30 pm)
  • No weekends
• Float expectations – 20%

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• For medical assistants: Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
• For licensed practical nurses: active LPN and unrestricted license in the state of practice required.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Previous experience in a clinical or outpatient setting, preferably in ENT or allergy.
• Proficient in using electronic health record systems and basic computer applications.

Salary for this role at the location in which the job may be performed reflects our best estimate at the time of posting, though actual salaries may vary depending on office location, experience, skills, and current organizational needs.

SENTA Partners is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.