Overview
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Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant - Lakeview Family Medicine
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West Des Moines, Iowa
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Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 4:30 pm
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**$5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
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Responsibilities
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We are looking for a skilled and caring LPN to join our team and contribute to the high standard of care we offer our patients.
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As a LPN in our Family Practice Clinic, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth clinic operations and high-quality patient care. You will work alongside physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals, performing a variety of clinical and administrative tasks to support patient care.
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Key Responsibilities:
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n - Patient Care: Greet patients, take and record vital signs, gather medical history, and prepare patients for exams and procedures.
n - Clinical Duties: Assist with routine procedures, administer injections, perform basic lab tests, and manage specimen collection. Ensure that exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
n - Patient Education: Provide patients with instructions related to their care, including medication administration, lifestyle recommendations, and follow-up care. Answer patient questions and address concerns with empathy.
n - Administrative Support: Manage patient records using the electronic health record (EHR) system, schedule appointments, handle phone calls, and assist with billing and insurance processing as needed.
n - Coordination: Work closely with the healthcare team to ensure seamless patient care, including coordinating referrals, follow-up appointments, and communicating with other healthcare providers.
n - Inventory Management: Monitor medical supplies and ensure all necessary equipment is maintained and functioning properly.
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Qualifications
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n - Licensure: Current LPN licensure to practice, State of Iowa or Certification, as Certified Medical Assistant.
n - Experience: Previous experience in a family practice or primary care setting is preferred but not required.
n - Skills: Strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and a patient-focused approach to care.
n - Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and standard medical office procedures.
n - CPR Certification: Current CPR certification required.
n - Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and build positive relationships with patients and staff.
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Why UnityPoint Health?
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n - Commitment to our Team – For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
n - Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
n - Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
n - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
n - Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
n - Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
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