Job Summary
The role involves supporting physicians during patient assessments and treatments, managing patient rooming, recording medical histories along with vital signs, and ensuring accurate documentation in electronic health records. This position also includes administering prescribed medications, vaccinations, and treatments according to licensure regulations.
Responsibilities
- Assist doctors with patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Room patients and accurately record medical histories and vital signs.
- Document patient care information in electronic health records.
- Administer medications, immunizations, and other treatments as permitted by licensure.
- Educate patients regarding their health conditions and required treatments.
- Coordinate referrals and follow-up appointments as necessary.
- Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment to promote patient safety.
Qualifications
- Active and unencumbered LPN license valid in the state of practice or a compact license that includes that state.
- Alternatively, a graduate from an accredited medical assistant program with certification or registration from a recognized organization.
- Clinical or outpatient experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with EPIC electronic health record system is an advantage.
UnityPoint Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
