Primary Care Assistant MA or LPN - Float Staff

Mercy Clinic Fort Smith Full-Time; 40 Hours / Week Float Staff Ma Or Lpn

Prepares patient for visit with provider by completing advanced standard room process including entering the chief complaint; taking patient vital signs; reviewing patient history and allergies; completing a thorough medication reconciliation; working the encounter guide including helping to close any open care gaps such as fall risk, depression screening, breast cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, and diabetic eye exams; rechecking elevated blood pressures; and completing needed documentation in Epic for yearly preventative visits as needed. Assists with any needed in-office testing including, but not limited to, drawing blood, completing mental status exams, EKG's, walking oxygen studies and point of care testing. Administers vaccines and other injections within scope of practice. Schedules follow up appointments when needed per office policy. Collaborates with providers and clinical care team to monitor and coordinate delivery of the care plan.

Medical Assistant Qualifications :

Medical Assistant : Education : High School Diploma or GED. Certification : Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire. Preferred Experience : 6 months of clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office.

Certified Medical Assistant : Education : High School Diploma or GED. Certification : Must have active Medical Assistant certification / registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA) or EMT / Paramedic is also accepted. Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

LPN Qualifications : Education : Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program. Licensure : Active LPN license in the state of practice. Experience : 6 months of clinical healthcare experience preferred, particularly in a primary care office.

Key Benefits :

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education
• Health / Dental / Vision available after day one
• Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA
• Paid parental leave for new parents
• 401k with employer match
• Paid PTO for volunteering
• Competitive salary
• Future career growth through internal MA Career Ladder!

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply. EEO / AA / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans