Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Looking for Clinical Staff Member – Medical Assistant, LPN, or Paramedic Full Time

Job Description

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University:  

At Embry-Riddle, we take pride in our position as the world’s largest and most comprehensive university dedicated to aviation and aerospace. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, our esteemed residential campuses offer a prestigious educational experience. However, our commitment to education knows no borders as our Worldwide campus expands our reach globally, providing a world-class education online and at approximately 110 locations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. This breadth of reach ensures that students can access our exceptional programs without geographical limitations. 

With a history spanning nearly a century, we have continually adapted to the dynamic needs of the industries we support. In the Academic Year 2022-23, we welcomed over 11,100 students to our residential campuses and over 19,000 students at our worldwide campus.  

Join our global community and embark on a journey of academic excellence and limitless possibilities. Employees working more than 30 hours a week can enjoy medical, dental and vision benefits, an amazing retirement plan with immediate vesting that includes a 6% gift and up to 4% match, free tuition for employees and their immediate family members, and a generous personal leave program. To find out more about our benefits and why ERAU has been named a “Great College to Work For” for 13 consecutive years, visit our careers page.  

The Opportunity:

Embry-Riddle is now hiring a Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Paramedic in the Health Services Department at the Daytona Beach campus. The Medical Assistant (MA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Paramedic is responsible for both direct and indirect patient care duties under the supervision of the mid-level or upper level provider. The clinical staff member will be responsible with preparing patient rooms, ordering all supplies and assisting the provider with clinical tasks. Exceptional customer service is a must. Clinical Staff members are essential members of the ERAU healthcare team. This is a year-round, first shift position, and work hours are between 8am-5pm Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities include:

• MA/LPN/Paramedic will collect subjective and objective data about a patient to identify patient’s problems; risks and outcomes for enhancing health. Identify health related barriers to learning. MA/LPN/Paramedic will prioritize patient care as it pertains to severity and potential for causing harm. Employee will be responsible for measuring vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, temperature, and document all information in patient’s electronic medical records. Take telephone messages and provide feedback to patient and healthcare team.
• Employee will assist providers with exams if needed, prepare patients for exams, collect and prepare laboratory specimens, perform basic lab tests such as urinalysis, strep, mono, COVID-19 and flu testing.
• Employee will be responsible to keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies and clean all rooms.
• Employee will be proficient in EKGs, venipuncture and non-intravenous injections.
• Ordering of all medical and laboratory supplies
• Keeping record of all quality assurance with the point-of-care testing such as quality controls and ensure training of all staff.
• Maintain all records and training for biohazardous waste.
• May occasionally fill in at the front desk.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications, Licenses, and Certifications:

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Paramedic
• Basic Life Support certification
• Minimum of 5-10 years of related work experience

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Medical terminology
• Knowledge of EMRs
• The ability to display proficiency in performing EKGs, phlebotomy and administering injections
• Excellent bedside manner and time management skills
• Understanding and compliance with HIPAA and FERPA
• Strong customer service skills
• Team player