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Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Position Highlights:
Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN to join the Buffett Cancer Center team, this role is located in Omaha, NE. The Medical Assistant or LPN will be responsible for providing quality care within a collaborative environment, assisting in daily clinical operations, and performing additional tasks within scope of practice.
If you have questions about applying for the Medical Assistant or LPN role, please contact Allie Bruss at allang@nebraskamed.com
Shift Details:
Full Time | 0.9 FTE | 36 Scheduled Weekly Hours
Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM | 4.5 Days Work Week
Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?
Together. Extraordinary.Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
Leading Health NetworkWork with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
Diversity and InclusionWe value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
Educational SupportEnjoy 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 at Nebraska Medicine!
Job Duties: 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: Medical Assistant
High school education or equivalent required.
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: Medical Assistant
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.
Job Duties: 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: LPN
• 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, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).
Preferred Qualifications: LPN
• 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.
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.
Nebraska Medicine, the region’s leading academic health network, serves the Omaha metro and beyond. It offers access to more than 1,400 physicians and over 70 specialty and primary care clinics.
The network's commitment to "Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care" is upheld by more than 10,000 dedicated employees, and is evident in its two hospitals, Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, which provide over 800 licensed beds.
Nebraska Medical Center, the state's largest hospital, has been recognized for its excellence by U.S. News & World Report, Becker’s Hospital Review and Forbes.
Together with its research and education partner, University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), Nebraska Medicine strives to transform lives and foster a healthy future for all through top-tier educational programs, groundbreaking research and exceptional patient care.
