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| Job ID: 13973124 |
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| Job Title: | Abortion Care Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - St. Pau |
| Work Type: | Work Days: Work Vary: Yes , Shift: Other, Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular |
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| Salary Offered: | Unspecified |
| Benefits: | 401(k) or other retirement, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Holidays, Sick Leave or PTO, Vacation or PTO |
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| Physical Required: | Unspecified |
| Drug Testing Required: | Unspecified |
| Education Required: | High School Diploma/GED |
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| Experience Required: | Unspecified |
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| Required Skills: | Please see the job description for information about required job skills. |
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Description
Planned Parenthood North Central States
Abortion Care Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - St. Paul, MN
Starting salary for candidate who meets minimum requirements (Experience will be compensated): $20+/hr (MA) or $24+/hr (LPN)
$3/hour evening, $1.50/hour weekend and/or $4/hour float differential provided when shift requirements are met.
Typical Schedule: 32 hours/week - all positions are benefits eligible.
About Us:
At Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS), we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That's why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of young people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission.
Click here to learn more: Our Mission
What to expect:
Under immediate supervision of the Health Center Manager, the Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse performs routine clinic duties associated with a reproductive health program within the scope of their Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurses training. Medical Assistants or Licensed Practical Nurses are responsible for providing the highest level of customer service and patient care as well as supporting the operations of the health center. Some of the responsibilities include conducting patient history review, performing & processing labs, providing contraceptive supplies, and unbiased education. They will also help with inventory and assist our Clinicians when needed. Medical Assistants or Licensed Practical Nurses are advocates in implementing our mission "To affirm the right to reproductive health and freedom for all by providing excellent care, trusted education, and fierce advocacy." They may perform other related duties to support health center operations as assigned.
Schedule: Work four shifts weekly from Monday to Friday, with a start time as early as 7:45 am and an end time as late as 5:00 pm. Additionally, one Saturday shift per month is mandatory.
Responsibilities:
This position will impact us with the following contributions:
Interview and screen patients, conduct patient history review, document in electronic medical record, and prepare patients for examinations/procedures. Monitor patient vital signs.
Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture. Communicate lab test results to clinician.
Process receipt of incoming lab results.
Set up exam rooms and prepare patients for their clinical visits.
Provide factual patient education. Provide additional education after clinician or RN assessment. Including explanations of all FDA approved birth control methods. Provide unbiased specific instruction on the client's selected birth control method.
Assist clinician as needed.
Provide contraceptive supplies, medications including injectables, perform venipuncture, and manage patients with medical emergencies per PPNCS protocols under direct supervision of licensed nurse practitioner, physician's assistant, physician, or registered nurse.
Assure inventory control of clinic and contraceptive supplies including ordering, stocking, inventory reconciliation and tracking.
Communicate PPNCS protocols, policy and procedures to clinicians and staff as appropriate. Assure clinic manuals are up to date (e.g., clinic, lab, safety).
Provide factual, unbiased information to patients seeking abortion.
Describe the difference between medication and surgical abortion.
Inform patients in a non-directive manner about all options available to them in the event of an unintended pregnancy and make a referral for service based on the patients' needs.
All health center staff are expected to participate in the onboarding of new employees and supporting the cross-training of established employees.
Follow all laws regarding mandatory reporting.
Participate in team approach to patient care working cooperatively with others to achieve productivity standards and exceptional customer service.
Maintain a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply these to patient and clinic services.
Minimum Qualifications:
For Medical Assistant:
Completion of a Medical Assisting diploma program, Associate degree in Medical Assisting, or current EMT/Paramedic licensure
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers
High School diploma or equivalent
For Licensed Practical Nurse:
Active LPN license in state you are applying for the role
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers
Skill, Knowledge, and Abilities:
Effective communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong customer service skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Knowledge of confidentiality and HIPAA standards
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and create a positive environment that demonstrates PPNCS' commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and problem-solving skills
Benefits:
This position is eligible for:
A comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, Dental, Vision - With equity-based premium tiers
NICE HEALTHCARE - free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations) Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications
Flex Spending Account
Life insurance
Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
PTO, Float holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
403(b)
Eight weeks paid Parental Leave
Pet Insurance
Please note:
We require all PPNCS employees, volunteers, interns, and fellows to have a current, up-to date, COVID vaccine (Exemptions may be provided for medical, disability (ADA) or religious reasons.)
IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS
The position you are applying for is in a health center with direct patient care, therefore, if you were to be offered and accept employment, we would require the following documents from you prior to your first day of employment. Please do not bring this documentation to your interview - you will have forms to complete that require the documentation should you be offered the position.
Hepatitis B vaccination records and titers
Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination records or proof of immunization
Chicken Pox vaccination records or proof of immunization
Tetanus shot documentation
Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test that is no older than 12 months
CPR Certification
Planned Parenthood North Central States supports people of all ages in making responsible choices and planning their futures. We are an organization committed to creating and fostering an environment that leads to engaged employees, and we believe engaged employees results in satisfied customers and exceptional experiences. When you work for Planned Parenthood you make a difference in the lives of those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom.
Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is... For full info follow application link.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Refer to ID 78593396 when applying |
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