Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or EMT - Summit Medical Group of Oak Ridge

Summit Medical Group of Oak Ridge is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or EMT to join their primary care practice. This is a full-time position in a busy clinical setting serving a large patient population across East Tennessee's largest primary care organization.

Clinical Setting

Summit Medical Group operates more than 526 providers at 90 practice locations across 23 counties, along with four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, a central laboratory, and a sleep services center. The organization provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical procedures including phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, and chest and extremity X-rays (if certified)
• Administer intravenous (IV) therapy as needed
• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for examination or procedures according to physician preferences
• Assist physicians with procedures, administer medications, and provide patient education
• Receive and return phone calls regarding patient needs promptly using sound clinical judgment
• Maintain stocked, neat, and clean examination rooms and common work areas daily
• Adhere to established policies and procedures including OSHA guidelines
• Perform clerical duties necessary for physicians to see patients
• Contact patients regarding test results and other relevant information as directed
• Schedule office and outpatient appointments with efficient use of clinical time slots
• Pull and prepare patient records for physician review as needed
• Maintain strictest confidentiality
• Actively participate in site-level Quality Improvement Activities
• Maintain updated LPN credentials and certifications
• Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor, Site Manager, physician, or Administrative staff

Required Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• High School Diploma
• Chest and Extremity X-ray certification required for some positions

Preferred Qualifications

• At least six months of experience in a similar clinical setting
• Additional vocational or college credits

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug testing is required; only candidates who pass will be considered eligible for employment
• Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the employee Wellness Program