CMA/LPN/EMT-Digestive Health- Appleton - Prevea Health

This position will work 32 hrs per week

This position may be eligible for a sign on bonus. Please apply to learn more


Job Description and Essential Functions



Job Title/Position: Licensed Practical Nurse / Certified Medical Assistant/ Emergency Medical Technician



Job Classification: Direct Patient Care / Hands-On Patient Care



Date of Analysis: 8/11/2014 Date of Revision/Review: 7/30/21

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Brief Description of Job Responsibilities:


* Provide professional nursing or medical assistant care under supervision or scope of licensure for clinic patients
* Facilitate/perform the gathering of patient information and document accordingly
* Assist with office procedures as directed
* Assist with the preparation of equipment and aid physician during treatment, examination and testing of patients
* Oversee appointment bookings
* Instruct patients and families by phone as directed within scope of licensure or certification
* Greet patients and prepare them for physician examination
* Screen patients for appropriate information
* Maintains timely flow of patients
* Communicate with hospitals and other offices as directed by providers
* Complete forms as needed
* Responsible for preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking of treatment areas
* Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested
* Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations
* Maintain patient confidentiality
* Perform related work as required


Specialized Responsibilities:



Performance Requirements:


* Knowledge of principles and skills needed for practical nurse or medical assistant to provide patient care
* Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
* Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
* Ability to work in a fast paced environment
* Ability to work under stressful or emergency situations with high concentration and energy level
* Ability to communicate clearly
* Must display excellent teamwork
* Must possess skills to effectively solve problems
* Skill in assisting with a variety of clinic based tasks
* Skill in maintaining records and recording test results
* Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with patients, medical staff and the public



Education/Experience/Certifications:



Licensed Practical Nurse


* Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing
* Valid state license to practice practical nursing
* CPR certification
* LPN experience preferred

Certified Medical Assistant


* Current Certified or Registered medical assistant
* Current CPR certification
* Excellent communication skills
* Proficiency in the use of computer, phone, and office equipment
* If holds other licenses that supersede CMA/RMA license may practice to the highest level of licensure with the approval of Quality Resources in writing. Approval to be kept on file with department supervisor. Employee must maintain licensure to continue working at higher level of service

Emergency Medical Technician:


* Licensed EMT or AEMT and maintain this credential throughout employment.
* Current CPR certification
* Excellent communication skills
* Previous experience working as an EMT or AEMT

Experience working in a hospital, clinic or community setting is a plus.



Typical Physical Demands:

Non-Essential Duties: Other duties as assigned within scope of practice



Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves standing and walking.

Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds as needed for patient transfer (with assistance or other staff). Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds of supplies. Requires exposure to bodily fluids.

Sometimes has to wheelchair patients with a force of up to 70lbs

Requires visual acuity correctable to 20/30 and hearing within normal range

Requires exposure to bodily fluids.



Typical Working Conditions:





Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.





Essential Functions/Physical Demands



Job Title/Position: LPN/CMA



Job Classification: Direct Patient Care / Hands-On Patient Care





E = Essential Function

R = Requirement of the position, may allow for accommodation





Frequency of activity required to perform the job

Never

(0% of work day)



Seldom

(1-10% of work day)

Occasional

(11-33% of work day)

Frequent

(34-66% of work day)

As Required

( Greater than 67% of work day)


Physical Requirements


Sit

x


Stand

x


Walk

x


Drive

x


Climb (Stairs/Ladders)

x

x


Bend (Neck)

x


Bend (Waist)

x


Squat

x


Kneel/Crawl

x


Twist/Turn (Neck)

x


Twist/Turn (Waist)

x


Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs.

x


Lift/Carry 11-25 lbs.

x


Lift/Carry 26-35 lbs.

x


Lift/Carry 36-50 lbs.

x


Lift/Carry 51-75 lbs.

x


Lift/Carry 76-100 lbs.

x


Lift/Carry > 100 lbs.

x


Push/Pull up to 10 lbs.

x


Push/Pull 11-25 lbs.

x


Push/Pull 26-35 lbs.

x


Push/Pull 36-50 lbs.

x


Push/Pull 51-75 lbs.

x


Push/Pull 76-100 lbs.

x


Push/Pull > 100 lbs.

x


Reach (Above shoulder level)

x


Reach (Below shoulder level)

x


Simple Grasping (Hands/Arms)

x


Fine Manipulation (Hands/Arms)

x


Gross Manipulation (Hands/Arms)

x


Vision Requirements


Color Discrimination

x


Near Vision (Correctable to Jaeger 2 or 20/30 binocular)

x


Distance Vision (Correctable to Snellen chart 20/30 binocular)

x


Hearing Requirements


Hears Whispers < 3 feet

x


Hears Whispers 3-8 feet

x

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled