Medical Assistant/LPN ENT

Ridgeview Medical Center; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant or LPN to join their specialty clinic team. This role involves performing vital patient care activities, supporting physicians during visits, and ensuring smooth communication between patients and providers. Ideal candidates will have a background in medical assisting or nursing, with strong skills in patient care and EMR systems. Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider that values teamwork and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. The position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduation from Medical Assisting program or School of Practical Nursing is required.
• Current LPN Licensure or Medical Assistant (MA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform various patient care activities to assist providers and nursing personnel.
• Administer medications and treatments according to clinic policies.
• Provide patient education and coordinate care effectively.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Patient Care

Multi-tasking

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

EMR Experience

Education

Graduation from Medical Assisting Program

Current LPN Licensure

Current CPR Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

$5,000 Sign On Bonus!!

Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for performing a variety of patient care activities to assist providers and nursing personnel in a specialty clinic. Facilitates patient/physician/provider communication and coordination of care.

Job Functions

1. Escorts patients to examination room and obtains vitals and documents in EMR
2. Supports physician in documentation of patient's visit by entering physician's dictation in to the EMR system during the patients visit
3. Administers prescribed medications/vaccine's and treatments in accordance with clinic policies and scope of certification/licensure
4. Prepares equipment and assists providers during examination, testing and treatment of patients
5. Performs room turn over in patient rooms between cases and at the end of day
6. Performs specialty procedures/tests as directed by the Physician
7. Helps maintain stocked supplies and sterilizes instruments/exam rooms
8. Assists in arranging referrals/prior authorizations as necessary
9. Provides patient education
10. Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Education/Work Experience/License/Certifications

• Graduation from Medical Assisting program or School of Practical Nursing
• Current LPN Licensure or Medical Assistant (MA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
• Current CPR certification

Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities

• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to effectively handle high-stress fast paced environment
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to serve patients in a friendly and efficient manner
• Knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
• Ability to work autonomously and as a team
• Capable of making independent decisions with the use of good critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above

Preferred Qualification

• EMR experience
• 2+ years Urgent Care experience

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Compensation

Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.

Benefits

Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available.