Medical Assistant or LPN - General Surgery Clinic Job at Advocate Aurora Health (Burlington)

Job Responsibility

Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering/documenting/updating pertinent health information (i.e., chief complaint, allergies, and/or medications). Monitors and completes Clinical Integration/ Quality Improvement measures with notification to clinician for opportunities within their scope
Performs laboratory procedures (i.e., strep test, wound culture, specimen collection, etc.) using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions/infection control guidelines
Assists the Physician/ Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) with procedures such as pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, colposcopy, etc
Administers routine medications, under Physician/ APC orders or medical group approved standing orders/protocols, which may include but are not limited to immunizations, antibiotics, vitamins, and topical agents
Follows through with necessary procedure or test requests, pre-approved care algorithms, new appointment times and referrals to other facilities or services. Refers questions to Registered Nurses and Physician/APC per scope of practice guidelines and relays information back to patient as directed
Communicates with Physician/APC and other members of the health care team to ensure smooth clinic flow and adjusts as necessary. Effectively communicates accurate and timely information with the patient
May perform basic and advanced clinical support tasks or skills based on the specialty and appropriate competencies such as but not limited to removal of sutures and staples, laboratory procedures (throat/nose culture, drug screen), phlebotomy - butterfly, venous heel stick, EKG, spirometry, Holter monitor application, prescription refills using approved protocols, etc., under clinical supervision
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Requirements

LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Active License issued by the state in which the team member practices
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required
Medical Assistant: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required
LPN: Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing
Medical Assistant: GED or HS Equivalency Diploma
Completion of an accredited or approved program in Medical Assistant, or 2 years of verifiable full-time experience as a Medical Assistant within the last 5 years
Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills, within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians
Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems
Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience
Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday
Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance
For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other team member, when available
Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills
Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids
Will be required to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed

What we offer

401(k) company contributions: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: dollar for dollar up to 3%
Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Sign-on bonus to be paid on your 1st or 2nd paycheck following your first 90 days of employment (Qualified External Candidates Only)

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