What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN/Medical Assistant position at Forum Health?
Forum Health/Proactive Wellness Centers is a nationwide network of medical healthcare providers specializing in functional and integrative medicine. Lansdown VA, office is looking to add an experienced LPN OR Medical Assistant to the team. Office Hours will be Mon-Friday 9AM-5PM
The LPN or Medical Assistant position is the backbone of the clinic. The LPN will guide the patient on their personalized journey to live a better, healthier life. Because of this great responsibility, all assigned tasks must be completed with great care and accuracy. Medical Assistants are the liaison between the provider and the patient and must maintain a professional, calm demeanor always.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for office assistant duties including coordinating and scheduling patient appointments and follow ups, greeting patients, and answering and returning patient calls
- Responsible for gathering a thorough medical history, including vitals and BMI prior to each visit, of the patient and entering or updating patient medical record information
- Responsible for scheduling lab testing, ordering required lab work for patients, contacting the patient regarding lab reviews, and updating the patient medical record information
- Required to train and obtain identified certifications for medical practice equipment and devices
- Responsible for assisting in procedures and the set-up of medical equipment
- Responsible for the management of medical faxes and working on prior authorizations for prescribed medications
- Refills medications as directed by the provider and coordinates prescriptions with the patient’s preferred pharmacy as needed
- IV experience required
- IV and Blood draw is required
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- LPN license or Medical Assistant Certificate or equivalent is required
- Must demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills
- Preference will go to candidates willing to adapt to a fast-paced environment with a steep learning curve
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
- Location: Onsite, Monday to Friday
- Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off
- Visa Sponsorship: Applicant must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
We are located at:
8245 Boone Blvd., Ste. 260
Vienna, VA 22812
Salary : $25 - $30
