Hennepin Healthcare is hiring for our Rheumatology Clinic in downtown Minneapolis. This day shift role can be filled at the one of these levels: Clinical Associate (1.0 FTE), Medical Assistant (1.0 FTE), or Licensed Practical Nurse (0.9 FTE; 4-5 days/week, 8 hour shifts).
This is a benefit-eligible role and is union represented. Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and advancement./This position is currently Monday-Friday day hours but may expand to include evenings and weekends as we grow./A sign-on bonus is available for eligible external MA or LPN candidates (current employees and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible). The sign-on bonus amount is $1,500 for uncertified Medical Assistants and $3,000 for LPNs and Medical Assistants certified/registered through the AAMA, AMT, or NHA.SUMMARYClinical Associate -Under the direction, delegation, and supervision of a Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP), Manager/ Clinic Nurse Supervisor, charge nurse, and/or their delegates, the Clinical Associate performs basic direct patient care tasks and clinic support functions.
Medical Assistant -Under the direction/ delegation of a physician(s) or other clinical care team members, the Medical Assistant contributes to the health and well-being of patients by providing quality and competent patient & family centered care/ services that meet HCMC and departmental standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse -With the context of the Hennepin County Medical Center Relationship-Based Care Practice Model, under the direction of providers and/or the registered nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse assists providers in the delivery of care and performs nursing functions within the LPN scope of practice. RESPONSIBILITIES - Clinical Associate
Rooms patients and obtains and documents vital signs, weight, height, head circumference (infants), and hearing and vision screenings
Prepares exam rooms for patients and sets up rooms for basic procedures
Cleans and/or sterilizes equipment to support infection control and OSHA standards
Stocks and organizes clinic supplies
Transports patients to and from tests
Assists patients to transportation as needed
Communicates observations and measurements outside of norm to RN or provider
Labels and delivers tissue and fluid samples
Initiates emergency response for medical emergencies and safety risks
Performs point of care testing, such as glucometer testing
Assists families with screening forms, such as developmental screen
Answers the phones, performs data entry, and greets patients
Simple appointment scheduling and limited registration tasks
Runs reports
Supports population health activities if appropriate, which may include outreach calls or care coordination
Other duties as assigned
RESPONSIBILITIES – Medical Assistant
Perform assigned clinical tasks under the direction of a physician or other providers including: administer medications, injections, and immunizations, spirometry, tympanometry, apply minor dressings and splints, connect patients to portable monitors e.g. pulse oximetry, nebulization, glucose monitoring, and urethral catheterization and other clinical duties as delegated within the Medical Assistant scope of practice
Set up for and provide direct assistance to physicians and other licensed care providers with medical examinations and procedures including: colposcopy, flex sigmoidoscopy, minor surgery
Perform specimen collection including: blood draws, sputum samples and urine samples.
Perform hearing and vision screens and developmental testing
Review patient information as required by the rooming process and competently enter information into the patient medical record
Perform basic patient care activities including: place patients in rooms, take and chart vital signs
Performs other duties as assigned
RESPONSIBILITIES – Licensed Practical Nurse
Perform assigned clinical tasks under the direction of a provider or a registered nurse including: administer and dispense medications and immunizations
Contribute to the initial and ongoing assessment of patients
Obtain patient information and medical history including current medications, allergies, chief complaint, and immunization schedule
Perform basic patient care activities including taking and charting vital signs
Under the direction of a registered nurse, provide patient education from standardized teaching plans
Transcribe orders, maintain telephone communication, and call prescription refills as directed by providers
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS - Clinical AssociateMinimum Education / Work Experience
High school diploma or equivalent
License/ Certifications
Active BLS/CPR certification, or obtained within 3 months of hire
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to learn specialized clinical tasks and procedures in alignment with HHS standards
Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient population
Ability to prioritize, organize, and communicate with team members
Ability to read and follow written instructions; understand and communicate verbal and written information
Ability to follow instructions and perform job duties that meet departmental performance expectations as well as HHS standards related to quality, accuracy, productivity, patient and family centered care, customer service, etc
Preferred Qualifications
Direct patient care experience (such as EMT, Nursing Assistant)
Post high-school education in healthcare, biology, or related field
Bilingual in English and at least one other language commonly spoken by HHS patients
QUALIFICATIONS – Medical Assistant Minimum Qualifications
Diploma or Associate’s Degree from an AAMA or AMT accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes a clinical externship or a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces, as evidenced through educational transcripts.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with EPIC and/or similar electronic health record
Possesses active certification/registration by the AAMA, AMT, or NHCA at time of hire.
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
Ability to perform specialized clinical tasks and procedures in alignment with HCMC standards
Knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to effectively interview patients and collect information required to obtain medical history and to accurately register and/ or schedule patients
Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient population
Ability to prioritize, organize, and communicate with multidisciplinary staff
License/Certifications
Credentialed or Registered through AAMA, AMT, or NHCA within 13 (thirteen) months of employment.
Must have and maintain valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification or the ability to obtain this within the first three months of employment.
QUALIFICATIONS – Licensed Practical Nurse Minimum Qualifications
Completion of an approved course in practical nursing
Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Minnesota Board of Nursing
Current CPR certification
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
Must possess basic nursing skills and deliver safe patient care
Attention to detail and ability to problem solve are essential
Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Title: Clinical Associate or Medical Assistant or LPN (0.9 FTE) - Rheumatology Clinic Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Requisition ID: 241066