Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant - Lakeview Family Medicine - UnityPoint Health

Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant - Lakeview Family Medicine

West Des Moines, Iowa

Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 4:30 pm

**$5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.

We are looking for a skilled and caring LPN to join our team and contribute to the high standard of care we offer our patients.

As a LPN in our Family Practice Clinic, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth clinic operations and high-quality patient care. You will work alongside physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals, performing a variety of clinical and administrative tasks to support patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Greet patients, take and record vital signs, gather medical history, and prepare patients for exams and procedures.
• Clinical Duties: Assist with routine procedures, administer injections, perform basic lab tests, and manage specimen collection. Ensure that exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
• Patient Education: Provide patients with instructions related to their care, including medication administration, lifestyle recommendations, and follow-up care. Answer patient questions and address concerns with empathy.
• Administrative Support: Manage patient records using the electronic health record (EHR) system, schedule appointments, handle phone calls, and assist with billing and insurance processing as needed.
• Coordination: Work closely with the healthcare team to ensure seamless patient care, including coordinating referrals, follow-up appointments, and communicating with other healthcare providers.
• Inventory Management: Monitor medical supplies and ensure all necessary equipment is maintained and functioning properly.

• Licensure: Current LPN licensure to practice, State of Iowa or Certification, as Certified Medical Assistant.
• Experience: Previous experience in a family practice or primary care setting is preferred but not required.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and a patient-focused approach to care.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and standard medical office procedures.
• CPR Certification: Current CPR certification required.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and build positive relationships with patients and staff.

Why UnityPoint Health? 

• Commitment to our Team – For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022  by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. 
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. 
• Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. 
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. 
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. 
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. 

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.