Primary Care Assistant - LPN (Float Pool)

Mercy Health

Fort Smith, AR

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Basic Life Support (BLS), Blood Pressure, Breast Cancer, Certified Medical Assistant, Clinical Medicine, Colorectal Cancer, Communication Skills, Diabetes, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Hospital, Interpersonal Skills, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Primary Care, Quality of Care, Risk, Time Management
LOCATION
Fort Smith, AR
POSTED
2 days ago

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient LPN works directly with Mercy Primary Care Providers to provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care in a systematic way. The Primary Care Patient Care Certified MA will partner with patients, providers, and other members of the clinical care team to drive quality outcomes for all patients. Duties and responsibilities will be performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training.

• Must have completed all MA Competencies

Certification:

• Must actively maintain LPN certification.

Additional minimum requirement(s) only for Hospital Outpatient Departments

  • Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience:One year of applicable patient care experience in an outpatient or ambulatory care setting.

Education: Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Preferred requirement(s)for non-HOD Clinics:

  • Certification(s):BLS (Basic Life Support)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Complete Advanced Standard Rooming with overall achievement >= 90% for the last 6 months including:

  • AWV questionnaire and documentation.
  • Thorough Medication Reconciliation
  • Closing all open care gaps as indicated Encounter Guide (Fall Risk, Depression, Breast Cancer Screening, Colorectal Cancer Screening, and Diabetes Eye Exam)
  • Blood Pressure Recheck for patients with elevated initial blood pressure reading
  • Completion of Patient Experience Conversation

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation.

• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Knowledge of common outpatient procedures and equipment.

• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth.

• Demonstrates knowledge of varying differences and behaviors among populations served.

Work Environment:

• Outpatient clinical setting with frequent patient interaction.

• Requires standing, walking, lifting, and use of clinical equipment.

• Potential exposure to infectious materials; PPE provided.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.

• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.

• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

About the Company

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Mercy Health

Mercy Health is part of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMHealth.org,) one of the top 20 health systems in the United States and part of the top performing quartile of Catholic health systems for lowest cost per case for patient care. Mercy Health is the largest health system in Ohio and among the top five employers in the state, with more than 33,500 employees serving communities throughout Ohio and in Kentucky. Mercy Health provided care for patients more than 6.8 million times in 2017. The system includes assets of $6.8 billion and nearly 500 care facilities including 23 hospitals and 26 post-acute care facilities including senior living communities, hospice programs and home health agencies. Its clinically integrated network of more than 2,700 health care providers coordinates more effective and efficient care for more than 350,000 patients, saving money for taxpayers through the Medicare Shared Savings Program. As part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, the ministry provides nearly $2 million per day in community benefit. 

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1985
WEBSITE
http://www.mercy.com/careers