Job Details
Job Title: LPN/MA Clinical & Administrative Assistant
Location: Tifton, GA
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 299175
Job Summary Position Summary:
The LPN/MA Clinical & Administrative Assistant plays a key role in supporting both the clinical and administrative functions of the ABAC Health Center. This position ensures smooth daily operations, provides direct patient care in the absence of the RN, and handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Administrative Duties:
- Manage scheduling, appointments, and calendar coordination.
- Answer, screen, and direct phone calls; provide information or referrals as needed.
- Prepare correspondence, presentations, and reports; assist with planning and executing events.
- Maintain organized and compliant office files.
- Process mail and manage general office operations.
- Handle daily financial transactions, including balancing and preparing deposits.
- Enter appointment and insurance data into PyraMed.
- Verify immunization records and place holds on student accounts as needed.
- Update Banner system with charge account information and run Argos reports for account reconciliation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Clinical Duties (as needed):
- Perform routine clinical procedures: vital signs, medication administration, venipuncture, nebulizer treatments, etc.
- Document patient vitals, medications, and allergies in PyraMed.
- Conduct screenings for physicals (hearing, vision, agility) and document results.
- Administer injections (IM and subcutaneous) including immunizations and medications.
- Assist the Health Center Provider with procedures as necessary.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of patient care areas.
- Stock and manage medical supplies and equipment.
- Log medications dispensed from the Health Center Pharmacy.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current Georgia licensure as an LPN or MA in good standing.
- 1–2 years of relevant clinical experience.
- BLS/CPR certification (or must obtain within 90 days of hire).
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Proficient in reading, understanding, and following written and verbal instructions.
- Competent in using email and medical management software.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized.
- Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills.
- Ability to remain calm and accurate under pressure.
- Skilled in obtaining vital signs and administering injections.
- Strong multitasking and decision-making abilities.
Working Conditions:
- Exposure to cleaning agents, PPE materials, noise, and potential biohazards.
- May encounter unpredictable behaviors or distractions.
- Physical requirements include lifting up to 25 lbs, standing/walking 20–30%, and sitting 70–80% of the time, with occasional bending, kneeling, and reaching.
Reports To:
Director of ABAC Health Center and, in their absence, the Clinical RN.
