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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/ Medical Assistant (MA)/Multi-Skilled Technician (MST) - Adult Health - Cambridge - Full-time - 04.29.2024
$44k-54k (estimate)
Full Time
4 Weeks Ago
MVHC is Hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/ Medical Assistant (MA)/Multi-Skilled Technician (MST) - Adult Health - Cambridge - Full-time - 04.29.2024 Near Cambridge, OH
MVHC is growing and has an immediate opportunity for an LPN/MA/MST to join our Adult Health team in Cambridge!
Thank you for your interest in Muskingum Valley Health Centers and for considering MVHC as your next career path! At MVHC, we believe it takes a team to help change the face of health care. MVHC serves as a critical healthcare resource to ensure that all members of our community have access to affordable and high-quality health care. Our staff is dedicated, constantly learning, and eager to make a difference in the lives of the thousands of patients we serve each year. We strive to hire those who embrace our mission and values and pride ourselves in developing a team of employees that you can call family. If you want to make a difference and are passionate about what you do, consider MVHC for future employment and a rewarding career!
We invite you to review the job posting below. If you meet the requirements and qualifications for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Administers skilled direct and indirect patient care to an assigned group of patients according to the patient’s plan of care under the direction of the registered nurse. Adheres to universal precautions and is compliant with infection control policies. Carries out job requirements as delegated by and with the supervision of a registered nurse.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma.
- Completion of an accredited educational program for Practical Nurse and current non-restricted Ohio LPN license.
- Completion of an approved pharmacology course.
- Current CPR certification required.
- Up to date immunizations as required by MVHC.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Basic computer skills.
- Pleasant phone etiquette.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Lifting up to 50 lbs with or without an accommodation.
- Carry up to 20 lbs occasionally.
- Standing 1-2 hours at a time
- Walking approx. 30 minutes per hour throughout the day.
- Withstanding pressure and deals with emergency situations as needed.
- Average working hours with possible non-traditional hours.
- Potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.
- Ability to deal with upset or disgruntle patients in order to deescalate the situation.
SPECIFIC DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adheres to Personnel Policies.
- Maintains patient flow as directed.
- Prepares examination room for patients and providers.
- Obtains patient history.
- Administers medications within scope.
- Performs routine patient procedures (vital signs, routine lab work, anthropometrics) as per nursing/provider direction or as by protocols.
- Assists with patient care tasks and procedures, i.e. pap tests/pelvic exams, surgical procedures, and dressings.
- Reinforces patient education.
- Obtains informed consent.
- Schedules consults, tests, referrals and obtains prior authorization.
- Administers medications within scope.
- Prepares patients for diagnostics tests; collects and labels specimens, completes POC testing and daily quality controls.
- Participates in Quality improvement activities that include identifying clinical problems, participates in quality improvement teams and evaluating effectiveness of program improvements.
- Performs equipment checks and calibrations.
- Administers screening tests under the direction of medical providers and nurses.
- Assist patient as needed, responding promptly to patient calls and requests.
- Assists in organizing medical information as needed prior to the patient visit.
- Cleans, sanitize, and sterilizes instruments, equipment and exam room as required.
- Calls in prescriptions accurately and timely; prepares prescription refills in the EHR.
- Answers telephone, makes same day appointments and takes messages for nurses and doctors.
- Tracks imaging and lab results.
- Maintains supplies in exam rooms, inventories, and restocks usable items; washes, wraps and sterilizes instruments as required.
- Maintains a clean, safe, orderly work area and stocks clinical areas.
- Orders supplies.
- Maintains refrigerator temperature log.
- Adheres to center infection control policies.
- Actively participates in quality improvement.
- Maintains accurate documentation in medical records and performs documentation in the patient room.
- Participates in staff meetings as required.
- Precepts new staff.
- Strict adherence to confidentiality of all information related to all patients and organizational information.
- Performs other job-related tasks as directed.
- Assist the patient in obtaining, processing, and understanding basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions.
Position details:
Full-time with benefits (32 hours per week)
About MVHC:
Founded in 2008, MVHC serves as a best-in-class health care resource to ensure all members of the communities we serve have access to high-quality, affordable health care. As your "community of care," we are dedicated to serving the primary care needs of the residents in each of our convenient locations in Muskingum, Morgan, Coshocton and Guernsey counties. We are local, non-profit, and community owned. The MVHC community is comprised of more than 500 staff and providers committed to health care, and we truly appreciate the opportunity to improve the lives of residents in the communities we serve!
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Why join MVHC?
At MVHC, we strive to create an environment which promotes healthy work-life balance, one that provides you the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our patients, while maintaining your family and personal objectives. This is an exciting time of growth for MVHC where we are positioned to expand access to the communities that we serve. We hope that you will consider joining the MVHC team.
- Employee satisfaction rating of 90%
- Equal opportunity employer; selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job
- We are local, non-profit, and community owned
- We offer a team approach to patient-centered comprehensive primary care
We’ll also reward your hard work with:
- A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and a health savings account option for those who qualify.
- All insurance benefits are available for both employee and family, regardless of what a spouse may be offered through his/her employer.
- 401k with employer match for those who qualify
- Paid time off plus seven paid holidays per year for those who qualify.
- Employer paid life insurance
- Life insurance voluntary benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Educational Assistance Program for those who qualify
- Access to Credit Union
- Wellness program
◦ Payroll deduct at area fitness center
◦ Ability to earn an insurance premium reduction for those who qualify.
◦ Fitness membership monthly stipend
- And much more!
Thank you for considering a career with MVHC! Come join our dedicated team and see what is possible…Grow with us!
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$44k-54k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/01/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/30/2024
WEBSITE
mvhccares.org
HEADQUARTERS
Zanesville, OH
SIZE
50 - 100
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