Busy physician office seeking Full Time Medical Assistant or LPN

Competitive pay ~ Day shifts only ~ No weekends or major holidays.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision, provides general nursing care for patients following established standards and practices. Promote efficient patient flow, and assists with patient care. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Provides general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physicians during examinations and procedures. Observes, records, and reports patients' condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Administers prescribed medications as directed. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in the collection of specimen samples for testing. Responds to and refer incoming telephone calls. Instruct patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes. Performs EKG and oximetry readings as required by the physician. Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions. Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as required or directed by physicians. Maintains patient files, records, and other information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate or equivalent.

LPN - Graduate from an accredited school for practical nursing. Preferred of experience working in a medical office setting as a practical nurse. Phlebotomy experience preferred. Current LPN state license and registration with the State Board of Practical Nursing in practicing state. Current BCLS certification is required within 3 months of hire.

MA -- Current Medical Assistant Certification. Preferred of experience working in a medical office setting as a practical nurse. Current BCLS certification is required within 3 months of hire.

Must be able to pass clearance and background checks.

Upper Allegheny Medical Center

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