Summit Medical Group at KARM has an opening for an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with IV experience preferred to join their practice to assist with clinical tasks. This individual must possess exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with individuals from varying backgrounds. Candidates must have a passion for our mission and serving our community. This passion is to help provide accessible, affordable, and quality health care to working uninsured or displaced family. 

Hours: Monday - Thursday 11am-7pm and Friday 10am-2pm

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (List does not include all duties assigned)

• Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares patients for examinations and procedures according to physician preferences.
• Records vital signs of patients, including pulse, blood pressure, height, etc.
• Performs appropriate procedures, such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc.
• Assists the physician(s) with procedures, as well as administering medications and conducting patient educations.
• Handles phone nursing when appropriate, to include triaging, pre-certs, referrals, calling in prescriptions, etc.
• Performs clerical duties necessary for the physicians to see patients; contacts patients regarding test results or for other related reasons as directed.
• If needed, schedules patient appointments with efficient use of clinical time slots.
• Maintains stocked, neat and clean exam rooms and common work areas on a daily basis.

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited program in practical nursing or medical assisting.

** Current TN license in Practical Nursing or Nationally Certified in Medical Assisting, or Emergency Medical Technician license REQUIRED. IV experience preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Prefer one year experience in a medical office setting.