Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family. General Summary The Office LPN assists the physician or mid-level provider by providing assessment’s, treatment, testing, and education for the patients of the practice. Must be well organized, high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, detail oriented, able to multitask efficiently, critical thinker and perform’ s in a fast-paced work environment. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Follows established clinic policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention, safe patient handling and movement, critical lab notification, etc. to ensure that patient care is provided in an optimally safe environment. Administers medications (oral, IM, and SC) as ordered. Assists the provider with procedures, maintaining sterile field and managing instrument trays. Assists with examination as requested within scope of license. Phone triage. Acts as a general liaison between physician/APP and patient. Calls patients with normal/abnormal test results, answer’s questions and assisting physician with return calls. Documents chief complaint/visit reason and details according to provider preference. Escorts patients to exam room and obtains patient height, weight, and a full set of vital signs accurately. Initiates, reviews, and updates patient's medication and summary list according to provider preference. Performs point of care lab testing and obtains blood samples and other specimens for lab testing as ordered. Informs and sets up patients and/or guardian for My Chart at the time of service and informs and educates patients regarding the benefits of signing up for My Chart. Provides patient teaching and supportive services as needed. Provides treatments as ordered. Schedules diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, obtain’ s precertification and authorization as required by payers and ordered by provider. Trains LPN and MA in the clinic role. Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, is a team player, and meets attendance/punctuality requirements. Education Graduate of an accredited LPN program and approved IV therapy course. Work Experience Nursing or other health care experience preferred but not required. Certification/License Current LPN license in the state of Missouri required. American Heart Association Basic Life Support required. Mental/Physical Requirements Considerable mental concentration required. Lifting up to 35 lbs., turning activities and nearly constant walking required. Standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching. Working Conditions Frequent exposure to infectious disease and hostile persons at times. Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and other body fluids. Minimal physical discomfort. At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.
The Medical Assistant at Phelps Health plays a crucial role in providing patient care under the delegation of the clinic LPN/RN, physician, or mid-level provider. As a Medical Assistant, you will need to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask efficiently, critical thinking skills, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Your responsibilities will include following established hospital policies to ensure patient safety, interacting directly with patients in the clinic, routing phone messages and patient communications to the appropriate personnel, acting as a liaison between physician/APP and patients, assisting with medication renewals and administration, performing point-of-care lab testing, scheduling appointments and procedures, monitoring supply inventory, and educating patients about My Chart. To qualify for this position, you must have completed an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Specialist program or have an equivalent amount of working experience. A high school diploma is required. While one year of Medical Assistant experience is preferred, it is not mandatory. Certification as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through an approved accrediting organization is preferred, along with American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification. This role requires considerable mental concentration, lifting up to 35 lbs, and constant walking. You will be exposed to infectious diseases and may have to deal with hostile individuals at times. However, physical discomfort is minimal. If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to make a difference in healthcare, Phelps Health offers a supportive team, attractive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Join us in our mission to provide top-quality care to our community by applying now.,
The Office RN at Phelps Health plays a crucial role in assisting physicians or mid-level providers in delivering assessments, treatments, testing, and education to patients within the practice. This position requires a high level of organization, professionalism, customer service skills, attention to detail, multitasking abilities, critical thinking skills, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced work environment. Key responsibilities of this role include following established hospital policies related to patient safety measures, administering medications as prescribed, assisting with procedures, conducting phone triage, documenting patient care accurately in medical records, maintaining medication and supply inventory, administering IV medications, obtaining vital signs, performing lab testing, providing patient education, and training other healthcare personnel within the clinic. Qualifications for this position include graduation from an accredited RN program, with nursing or other healthcare experience being preferred but not required. A current RN license in the state of Missouri or a Compact state is mandatory, along with American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification. The Office RN role necessitates considerable mental concentration, as well as physical tasks such as lifting up to 35 lbs, walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching. Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious diseases, communicable diseases through bodily fluids, and occasional interactions with hostile individuals. Phelps Health values its team members and offers exceptional benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you are seeking a rewarding career in healthcare and are ready to contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply and become a part of the Phelps Health family.,
As a Medical Assistant at Phelps Health, you will play a crucial role in providing patient care under the delegation of the clinic LPN/RN, physician, or mid-level provider. Your role will require high levels of organization, professionalism, excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask efficiently, critical thinking skills, and perform effectively in a fast-paced work environment. Your responsibilities will include following established hospital policies to ensure patient safety, interacting directly with patients by escorting them to rooms, obtaining vital signs, EKGs, verifying medications and medical history, documenting information accurately in patient charts, and communicating effectively with healthcare providers and patients. You will also be responsible for handling phone messages, routing patient questions, assisting with medication renewals and administration, performing point of care lab testing, scheduling appointments and procedures, monitoring supply inventory, educating patients on My Chart, assisting in training new medical assistants, and maintaining a high standard of professionalism and accountability. To qualify for this role, you must have completed an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Specialist program or have equivalent working experience. A high school diploma is required. One year of Medical Assistant or similar experience is preferred but not mandatory, along with experience in a medical clinic setting. Certification as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through an approved accrediting organization such as the American Medical Technologist (AMT) is preferred. American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification is required. This position will require considerable mental concentration, lifting up to 35 lbs, constant walking, standing, turning, and various physical activities. You may be exposed to infectious diseases, communicable diseases, and hostile persons at times, but physical discomfort is minimal. At Phelps Health, we pride ourselves on having a supportive team, competitive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth. If you are ready to make a difference in healthcare and be a part of our mission, we encourage you to apply now and join our team.,