LPN or Medical Assistant - Orthopedic Clinics

LPN Or Medical Assistant - Orthopedic Clinics

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

40 hrs/wk

Monday - Friday; No weekends or holidays

8am - 5pm

Position Highlight:

Build your career in one of the region's most advanced spine programs alongside Dr. Cornett, a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with expertise in both minimally invasive and complex spinal procedures. Working with this highly specialized team, you'll be part of a collaborative environment that combines cutting-edge surgical care with a strong commitment to conservative treatment approaches and patient education. From helping patients navigate chronic back and neck conditions to supporting them through life-changing surgical interventions, you'll play a meaningful role in delivering exceptional care and improving outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to develop specialized orthopedic and spine knowledge while working closely with providers, care teams, and patients in a fast-paced, rewarding clinical setting.

Why Work with Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary with Nebraska Medicine!

LPN:

Provide nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) scope of practice for achievement of the patient's plan of care in conjunction with the registered nurse and/or medical staff.

Required Qualifications:

Graduate from an accredited school/college of nursing required.

Demonstrate effective communication skills required.

Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork and flexibility required.

Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a physician's office preferred. Experience in setting related to clinic setting preferred.

Proficiency in secondary language preferred.

Participate in performance improvement activities preferred.

Medical Assistant:

Provides the highest quality of customer service for patients and others by performing all duties in a professional and engaging manner. Provide quality care to patients, under the direction of licensed practitioners, promote efficient operation of the clinic, and provide assistance to physicians and support staff.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program required.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).
• If required to administer medications, current Medication Aid Registry listing or completed within first 30 days of hire or transfer date, and maintained thereafter required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a physician's office preferred.
• Experience in a related area preferred.
• Ability to be bilingual in English and Spanish for working in certain clinics preferred.
• Medical assistant certification preferred.
• Medical Scribe experience preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans' status.