Licensed Practice Nurse, LPN/CMA - Thief River Falls, MN

Altru Health • Thief River Falls, MN • 6d ago

Location: Altru Clinic | Thief River Falls1845 Hwy 59 S Suite 800Thief River Falls, MN 56716 Pay Range: $20.75 - $31.12 Summary: The Medical Assistant answers the telephone and routes calls, prepares patients for exams and assists with procedures. This position identifies basic signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status and provides basic information and reports to the nurse. The Medical Assistant assures lab work, tests, procedures and surgeries are scheduled and notifies pre-authorization and hospital of applicable cases. Essential Job Functions: Answers telephone and directs calls as appropriate in a prompt manner. Prepares patients for exams and assists with procedures, per provider request. Reports the patient's self-report/symptoms of pain promptly according to standard operating procedure. Gathers and documents relevant information about the patient's visit using information from the patient/patient's family and previous medical records. Assures lab work, tests, procedures and surgeries are scheduled according to standard operating procedure. Follow standard operating procedures for pre-authorization and hospital of applicable cases. Identifies basic signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status and provides basic information which licensed nurses use in identification of problems and needs. Certification: Medical Assistant Certified | American Association for Medical Assistants | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Medical Assistant Certified | National Heathcareer Association (NHA) | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Medical Assistant Certified | National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Medical Assistant - Registered | American Medical Technologist (AMT) | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System Notes: Prior to Start: Must be certified in one of the following: AAMA, NHA or NCCT or Registered with AMT. Administers medication using the 6 Rights and according to standard operating procedure. . Demonstrate competency and ability to carry out department functions including location, set-up and use of equipment used for the assigned area. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization. Language Requirements: This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members. Physical Demands : Sit: Frequently (34-66%) Stand: Frequently (34-66%) Walk: Frequently (34-66%) Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%) Reach: Continuously (67-100%) Crawl: Rarely (1-4%) Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Frequently (34-66%) Twist: Occasionally (5-33%) Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%) See: Continuously (67-100%) Hear: Continuously (67-100%) Weight Demands: Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds) Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds) Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds) Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds) Working Conditions: Indoor: Continuously (67-100%) Outdoor: Not Applicable Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable Driving Requirement Definitions: Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials. Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily. Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week. Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive. Driving Requirement for this position: Infrequent Driver Reference ID: R5260 Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjk5MDQyLjEwNTA2QGFsdHJ1aGVhbHRoY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

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