The Medical Assistant/LPN is part of the person-centered integrated care team and establishes and maintains effective,
professional working relationships with patients and their representatives and with medical staff. The Medical
Assistant upholds all guidelines set forth in the clinic, maintains strict patient confidentiality, accepts and upholds
patient service and satisfaction and assists practitioners and physicians in delivering health care services. This position will provide coverage for our Wentzville and two St. Charles clinics. Full-time, benefit-eligible position, M-F, daytime hours.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS JOB SPECIFIC:
Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patients histories, vital signs, and document in patient
chart.
Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
Perform venipunctures, urinalysis, EKGs and other procedures as directed.
Administer immunizations and other injections
Phone in patient prescriptions and document accordingly
Provide patient education and instruction
Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment, including sterilization
Assist physicians/nurse practitioners in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals
Assist with the scheduling of tests and treatments
Screen telephone callers for appropriate referral, relay messages and documents accordingly
Maintain patients files, records, and other information
Adhere to standard precautions, as appropriate, i.e., use protective barriers, handle and dispose infectious
waste appropriately, proper hand washing
Follow CLIA and OSHA regulations
Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of unit facilities and equipment
Monitor supply of medical stock, medical supplies, and laboratory needs or order supplies when necessary.
Attend all training as required by Compass Health, Accreditors and Funders.
Meet standards of professional ethical conduct
Additional duties as assigned to meet clinic needs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/CORE COMPETENCIES COMPANY WIDE:
Regularly attends work except for approved absences
Attends all training as required
Maintain professional, champion behavior
Provides quality customer service
Provides services with a commitment to service excellence
Works in a way that exhibits a commitment to personal excellence
Team oriented and values diversity
WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK:
Regular exposure to blood and/or body fluids
Regular exposure to bio-hazard waste materials
High School/GED required
Associate degree preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE:
At least two (2) years medical office experience required if an associates degree or MA certification is not obtained
Knowledge of medical office terminology, procedures and equipment preferred
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite preferred
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Medical Assistant Certification reqired if at least 2 years or equivalent work experience is not obtained or LPN license required
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
Employment Type: Full-Time
