CMA - LPN - Trauma Foot and Ankle
Appleton, Wisconsin
Posted Aug 28
- Shift
- Days
- Hours a week
- 30
- Unit
- Orthopedics
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days · 4 a week · 30 hours
- Weekends
- No weekends
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Clinic
- Accepts
- LPN
- Experience
- mid-level
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About this role
Why ThedaCare?
Living A Life Inspired!
Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.
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At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.
Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –
Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare
About ThedaCare!
Summary
The Certified Medical Assistant provides patient-centered, specialized, evidence-based care across the continuum using a team based approach to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient. Under the supervision of the physician, advanced practice clinicians, RN, or nurse leader, performs patient-centered care. Through collaborative practice with members of the care team, is responsible for patient outcomes that meet the high quality of care provided by ThedaCare. Contributes to the goals of the clinic by being accountable for the delivery of compassionate, safe care and demonstrated commitment to continuous growth and professional development.
Job Description
Schedule
Monday - 7:45am - 4:30pm
Tuesday Off
Wednesday 1/2 Day 7:30am - 12:pm
Thursday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:45am - 4:30pm
No Weekends No Holidays
Key accountabilities
Receives and executes orders from the overseeing, delegating, or supervising physician or advanced practice clinician.
Rooms the patient, obtains and documents vital signs and pertinent health information, validates medication reconciliation completion, and prepares patient for examination. Provides documentation support for complex documentation in electronic health record during provider visit.
Assists in meeting the care needs of the patient in collaboration with the care team to ensure quality, cost-effective and safe patient care practices.
Addresses situations or decisions to ensure patient concerns and needs are met.
Reinforces patient education to improve care outcomes and safe patient practices.
Assists the provider/RN in performing and documenting tests and procedures.
Assists in discharging the patient at the completion of the office visit reinforcing the after visit summary. Aids in the completion of medication, laboratory, and radiology orders as needed.
Demonstrates professional and therapeutic relationships with patients, families, team members, and providers.
Participates in patient panel management. Works with care team members to monitor patients who would benefit from recommended health screening, preventative services, and established chronic disease tracking interventions.
Qualifications
Valid certification or registration through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) or National Healthcare Association (NHA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or a valid State of Wisconsin Licensed Practical Nurse license. Some departments may require additional certifications.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
Scheduled Weekly Hours
30
Scheduled FTE
0.75
Location
Orthopedic Spine and Pain Clinic - Appleton,Wisconsin
Overtime Exempt
No
Worker Shift Details
Days
Application details and notices
Physical demands
Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance
Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures
Work environment
Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock
Occasional high noise level in work environment
Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time
Transporting patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents
Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients.
Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.
Sourced from ThedaCare’s careers page.
Requirements
- Valid certification or registration through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) or National Healthcare Association (NHA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or a valid State of Wisconsin Licensed Practical Nurse license. Some departments may require additional certifications.
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
Place
- City
- Appleton, Wisconsin
- Median rent
- $1,030/mo
- Local household income
- $80,483/yr
- Metro price level
- 8% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Appleton area index 92.4, where 100 is the national average.
Appleton sits along the Fox River in east-central Wisconsin, offering a relaxed Midwestern pace with a walkable downtown and a strong sense of community. Lawrence University adds cultural energy, while nearby trails and parks make outdoor access easy. It's a practical, welcoming place for nurses seeking stability outside a major metro.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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