Licensed Practical Nurse/Certified Medical Assistant - ETSU Health

ETSU Health is currently seeking qualified LPN's/CMA's to join our growing clinics across the region. ETSU Health is a multi-specialty practice group located in Northeast Tennessee, and is affiliated with Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University. ETSU Health offers a competitive compensation package with salary based on education and experience. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. 18 days paid personal time off, 10.5 paid holidays annually, and, a paid retirement plan with an employer matching program.

Clinics that have openings:

• Internal Medicine - Kingsport and Johnson City
• OB/GYN
• Rheumatology
• Surgery

Please go to www.etsuhealth.org/resources/employment.php to fill out an application and choose which clinic you would like to apply to.

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, the LPN/CMA is responsible for performing nursing services for the care and treatment of patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Receive and prepare patients for examination, obtaining blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, and weight. Charting in Electronic Health Records.
• Assist the healthcare provider with patient examination, treatment, and minor surgeries as instructed.
• Keep rooms clean and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Sterilize equipment.
• Give instructions and/or explanations to patients as directed by healthcare provider, whether in person or by telephone.
• Return messages.
• Schedule patients for hospital surgeries, admissions, and diagnostic procedures, obtaining pre-certification, prior authorization, and/or referral if necessary.
• Perform specialized testing
• May be responsible for the ordering and control of medical supplies and drugs.
• Assist with complying and maintaining OSHA regulations.
• Administer medications and/or injections as directed by the healthcare provider.
• Abide by the rules and regulations as set forth by the Board of Nursing in the State of Tennessee.
• Act as a liaison between patients, patient’s family members, healthcare facilities, and physician to coordinate the care and treatment of patients.
• Answer phone calls relating to clinical issues.
• Administers p.o., i.m., s.q. topical meds as directed by healthcare provider

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from a standard high school or GED. Diploma or equivalent from a one year college or technical school and currently licensed as a LPN in the State of Tennessee. Two years’ experience as an LPN preferred. OR, must be a CMA with 3 years experience.

• EOE/AA/M/F/Disability Vet ETSU Health participates in E-verify

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person