Medical Assistant or LPN - Full Time - 1st Shift

Dayton Children's - South Campus

Gastroenterology Management

Full time

40

Medical Assistant Requirements:
This position performs in both the clinical and clerical functions of the clinic. The Medical Assistant position performs routine clinical skills for patient care, which includes taking vital signs, weight, height, and assisting with procedures, as needed. The Medical Assistant is responsible for documenting in EPIC, ensuring that all needed documentation is complete in time for the provider to dictate a note and close an encounter in an expedient manner. The Medical Assistant is responsible for patient flow, chaperoning, stocking of rooms, ordering of tests and supplies. This position is also responsible for appropriate service delegated by the RN, nurse practitioner, or physician. Interacts with other department personnel to maintain timely patient flow to provide appropriate care and quality customer service.

Education:
- HSD/GED is required
- Completion of a program in Medical Assisting is required

Certification/Licensure:
- CPR is preferred at hire, but must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date

LPN Requirements:
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides professional nursing care utilizing the standards of care and the standards of professional performance outlined by the Ohio Board of Nursing. The LPN interacts with an interdisciplinary team to promote the optimal health potential of the patient and family, delivering competent nursing care based on the patient/family needs and the hospital mission. The LPN promotes a patient and family experience-oriented environment and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers-both internal and external.

Education
- Nursing Diploma (NOT a BSN): Nursing (Required)

Certification/License required
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ohio Board of Nursing
- CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - American Heart Association

Skills/Competencies
- Ambulatory
- Clinical Care
- Family Centered Care
- Patient care
- Patient Education
- Patient Safety