Medical Assistant/LPN/PCT - General Surgery

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

The Medical Assistant assists with patient care management, executes administrative and clinical procedures. The Medical Assistant position provides exceptional medical care that meets each patients physical, mental, and emotional needs. Provide administrative/clinical assistance to physicians/mid-level practitioners/nurses/patients while adhering to a prescribed treatment plan in accordance with established policies and procedures. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The person in this position works under general supervision, is responsible for various shifts, may be subject to over 40 hours per week and/or callback as required, and may also be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

LPN

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs selected nursing acts in the care of the ill, injured, or infirm patient under the direction of the Physician. The person in this position works under general supervision, is responsible for various shifts, may be subject to over 40 hours per week and/or callback as required, and may also be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

PCT

Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the patient care technician performs a variety of routine duties to assist the nursing staff in the delivery of patient care. This position spends the majority of his or her time interacting with, assisting, and supporting our patients. Along with ensuring a safe environment, this position develops with each individual a therapeutic relationship which is critical in the healing process.

Baptist Health Care

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes:

• Three hospitals
• Four medical parks
• Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine
• An extensive primary and specialty care provider network

With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Successful completion of an accredited medical assisting program or Graduation from a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces preferred Must be certified/registered by day of hire or transfer with one of the following:

• American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Certified or American Medical Technologist (AMT) Registered with an Active Membership
• NCMA National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) or National Health Career Association (NHA) or National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP- NRCMA) or AMCA-American Medical Certification Association certification BLS through American Heart Association is required within 30 days of employment/transfer

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical law, medical ethics, human relations, and patient education
• Skills and ability in administrative and clinical medical assisting
• Must be able to communicate effectively through written and/or verbal communication
• Basic Computer skills
• Knowledge of and ability to perform EKGs and obtain accurate blood pressure readings

LPN

Requirements

Graduate of Practical Nursing program is required Current License as a LPN in the State of Florida BLS through American Heart Association required

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to read and understand the English language
• Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories
• Knowledge of clinical and/or surgical operations and documentation
• Knowledge of patient evaluation and triage procedures
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control
• Knowledge of appropriate procedures and standards for the administration of medications and patient care aids
• Proficient with Computer skills
• Excellent communication skills verbally and written

PCT

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required Certified Patient Care Technician (APCT_ASPT) Upon Hire Preferred