Medical Assistant / LPN - Primary Care

Primary Care Advanced Medical Assistant / LPN 40 hours per week, Days Wentzville, MO Earn your MA certification while working at Mercy! 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! Overview : 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 exam Rechecking elevated blood pressures 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. Administer 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. Primary Care Assistant - 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. Primary Care - Certified Medical Assistant : Education : High School Diploma or GED. Certification : Must have active Medical Assistant certification / registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA). Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire. LPN Qualifications : Education : Diploma in Practical Nursing Licensure : Active LPN licensure Preferred Experience : 6 months clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office EEO / AA / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans