Medical Assistant / LPN- UNL Health Center

Nebraska Medicine; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant or LPN to join the UNL Health Center in Lincoln, NE. The role involves providing quality patient care, assisting in clinical operations, and working collaboratively with medical staff. Ideal candidates will have the required educational background and certifications, ensuring exceptional service delivery in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Tuition assistance up to $5,000/year

35% discount at Clarkson College

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires BLS certification from an AHA endorsed program.
• Must have a graduate degree from an approved Medical Assistant or Nursing Program.
• Preferred: Medical assistant certification and bilingual in English & Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care to patients under licensed practitioners.
• Assist in daily clinical operations and promote efficient clinic operations.
• Perform nursing care tasks within LPN scope under supervision.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

High school education or equivalent

Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program

Graduate from an accredited school/college of nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

If you are a current Nebraska Medicine employee, you will need to submit an application on the internal careers site. You will need to log into your Workday account via the Nebraska Medicine intranet or the Workday app.

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Medical Assistant / LPN- UNL Health Center

Apply locations Lincoln, NE time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id REQ-29370

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Medical Assistant / LPN- UNL Health Center

Location: Lincoln, NE

Position Highlights:

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN to join the UNL Health Center, this role is located in Lincoln, NE. The Medical Assistant or LPN will be responsible for providing quality care within a collaborative environment, assisting in daily clinical operations, and performing additional tasks within scope of practice.

If you have questions about applying for the Medical Assistant or LPN role, please contact Allie Bruss at [e-mail] .

Learn More: UNL Health Center | Nebraska Medicine

Shift Details:

Full Time | 0.9 FTE | 36 Scheduled Weekly Hours | Academic Year

Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM

2 Saturdays/Semester Requirement - 9AM - 1230PM

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Job Duties: Medical Assistant

Provides the highest quality of customer service for patients and others by performing all duties in a professional and engaging manner. Provide quality care to patients, under the direction of licensed practitioners, promote efficient operation of the clinic, and provide assistance to physicians and support staff.

Required Qualifications: Medical Assistant

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program required.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).
• If required to administer medications, current Medication Aid Registry listing or completed within first 30 days of hire or transfer date, and maintained thereafter required.

Preferred Qualifications: Medical Assistant

• Experience in a physician's office preferred.
• Experience in a related area preferred.
• Ability to be bilingual in English and Spanish for working in certain clinics preferred.
• Medical assistant certification preferred.
• Medical Scribe experience preferred.

Job Duties: LPN
Provide nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) scope of practice for achievement of the patient's plan of care in conjunction with the registered nurse and/or medical staff.

Required Qualifications: LPN
• Graduate from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills required.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork and flexibility required.
• Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications: LPN
• Experience in a physician's office preferred. Experience in setting related to clinic setting preferred.
• Proficiency in secondary language preferred.
• Participate in performance improvement activities preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

About Us

Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.

Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families. Working with Nebraska Medicine means committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help our patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.

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