Des Moines, Iowa
CMA/LPN/RN- Mercy North Pediatric Clinic Job Opening in Des Moines, Iowa - Under the direction of the health care provider, Certified Medical Assistant II is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all patients. Accurately preforms preliminary physical tests such as: measures blood pressure, records weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.
Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures. * Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider. * Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem. * May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. * Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration. * May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKG?s. * Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing. * Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician. * Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol. * Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider. * Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s). * Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required. * Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights. * Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by healthcare provider(s).
Qualifications:
CMA
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current/valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.
LPN
Must be a graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing program.
Must have current/valid Licensed Practical Nurse license from the state licensing board.
Must have current healthcare provider CPR (Basic Life Support) certification.
RN
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
Current/valid Registered Nurse license from the state licensing board required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
High school or equivalent
Required licenses or certifications:
Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse (RN)
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