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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Medical Assistant - General Surgery
full-timeWeston, Merrill, Austintown, Stevens Point

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Weston, Merrill, Austintown, Stevens Point

Type

full-time

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Job Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Medical Assistant - General Surgery

Cost Center:

301691109 Weston-General Surgery

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Mon-Fri; day shifts (United States of America)

Job Description:

May be eligible for a sign-on bonus.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

JOB SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of a primary care provider, as part of the healthcare team, and is responsible for providing general clinical nursing support. The individual is accountable for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care required for the patient and will assist in the development and revision of patient’s care plan.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

Minimum Required: Knowledge of patient care standards and practices acquired through graduation from an accredited LPN program or documentation of nursing education and training through an accredited Registered Nurse program that meets state requirements to take LPN boards.

Preferred/Optional: Licensed practical nurse (LPN) diploma. Associate degree in nursing.

EXPERIENCE 

Minimum Required: Experience working with patient care. Demonstrated proficiency with verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills.

Preferred/Optional: Experience as a licensed practical nurse within an area relative to the hiring department.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES 

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required: Licensed Practical Nurse license awarded by the applicable state. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.

Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

JOB SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant functions as an important member of the healthcare team by providing basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in planning for patients’ care, comfort, and safety. The Medical Assistant performs in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic’s mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE    

Minimum Required: One of the following:

  • Graduate of a Medical Assistant program.  

  • Documented successful completion of the following courses (or their recognized course equivalent): (1) Medical Terminology from an accredited institution or completed on line through Universal Class, (2) Anatomy & Physiology or Body Structure & Function or Human Body in Health & Disease from an accredited institution or completed on line through Universal Class, and (3) Pharmacology from an accredited institution.  

  • Two years of Medical Assistant-related work experience and completion of the required educational courses listed above within the first 12 months from hire.  

Preferred/Optional: Experience in healthcare. 

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES 

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.

Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

JOB SUMMARY

The Certified Medical Assistant functions as an important member of the healthcare teams by providing basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in planning for patients’ care, comfort, and safety. The individual performs in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic Health System’s (MCHS) mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS  

EDUCATION

For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.  

Minimum Required: Graduate of a Medical Assistant program OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) diploma OR applicable coursework to obtain license below.

Preferred/Optional: None  

EXPERIENCE  

Minimum Required: None  

Preferred/Optional: Experience in healthcare.  

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES  

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire and one of the following:

  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification awarded by the American Association or Medical Assistants (AAMA)

  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) registration from the American Medical Technologists (AMT)

  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) registry from the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)

  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Wisconsin or equivalent  

  • National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.

Primary work location is Weston, with outreach to Merrill typically one day per month, along with possible outreach to Stevens Point as needed

Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare.  Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.

Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid.  This is a condition of employment.  Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Other facts

Tech stack
Patient Care,Communication Skills,Clinical Support,Technical Support,Nursing Care,Medical Terminology,Anatomy,Physiology,Pharmacology,Basic Life Support,Healthcare Teamwork,Patient Confidentiality,Care Plan Development,Patient Assessment,Patient Comfort,Patient Safety

About Marshfield Clinic Health System

Marshfield Clinic Health System has served rural communities for more than 100 years. Today, the Health System has clinical locations and hospitals spanning more than 45,000 square miles of northern, central and western Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. As an integrated Health System, we bring together all the pieces of the health care puzzle to provide excellent, comprehensive care to rural communities.

By the numbers:

  • Over 170 specialties
  • 65 clinical locations
  • Over 12,000 employees
  • Over 1,600 providers
  • More than 300 new and continuing research studies
  • More than 70 active clinical trials
  • Over 200 community-based partnerships
  • More than 150 active student training agreements

Our 11 primary hospitals include:

  • Marshfield Medical Center-Beaver Dam
  • Marshfield Medical Center–Eau Claire
  • Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson
  • Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith
  • Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield
  • Marshfield Medical Center-Minocqua
  • Marshfield Medical Center-Neillsville
  • Marshfield Medical Center-Park Falls
  • Marshfield Medical Center-Rice Lake
  • Marshfield Medical Center-Weston
  • Marshfield Children's Hospital

Entities comprising the Health System include:

  • Marshfield Clinic
  • Security Health Plan
  • Marshfield Clinic Research Institute
  • Marshfield Labs
  • Center for Community Health Advancement
  • Division of Education
  • Marshfield Clinic Health System Foundation
Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1916

What you'll do

  • The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides general clinical nursing support under the direction of a primary care provider, while the Medical Assistant offers basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in patient care. Both roles are integral to the healthcare team, focusing on patient assessment, care planning, and maintaining patient confidentiality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Medical Assistant - General Surgery do at Marshfield Clinic Health System?

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Medical Assistant - General Surgery at Marshfield Clinic Health System, you will: the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides general clinical nursing support under the direction of a primary care provider, while the Medical Assistant offers basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in patient care. Both roles are integral to the healthcare team, focusing on patient assessment, care planning, and maintaining patient confidentiality..

Why join Marshfield Clinic Health System as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Medical Assistant - General Surgery?

Marshfield Clinic Health System is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

Is the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Medical Assistant - General Surgery position at Marshfield Clinic Health System remote?

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Medical Assistant - General Surgery position at Marshfield Clinic Health System is based in Weston, Wisconsin, United States and Merrill, Wisconsin, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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