You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a highly professional, reliable, and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support clinical operations across two regional campuses. This role is integral to the daily clinic workflow, serving as the primary point of contact for patients preparing to see the physician. The ideal candidate will possess strong documentation skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate a mature, grounded approach to patient care within a behavioral health and substance abuse treatment setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Intake & Assessment: Welcome patients, review schedules, and manage an efficient clinical flow of up to 20 to 25 patients per day (scheduled in 10-minute intervals).
- EHR Documentation: Utilize CareCloud EHR to meticulously document the patient's chief complaint, current signs/symptoms, and details regarding medication efficacy.
- Specimen Processing: Pull up required lab orders, collect Urine Drug Screen (UDS) samples from patients, accurately label specimens, and prepare them in FedEx shipping boxes for daily laboratory transit.
- Physician Prep: Prepare the patient digitally and clinically to ensure a seamless handoff when they walk back to see the physician.
- Patient Education: Participate in upcoming training to eventually deliver integrated patient education down the line.
Schedule
- Tuesday: 8:30AM – 5:00 PM | Glen Burnie Clinic
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Baltimore Clinic
- Thursday: 9AM – 3:00 PM | Baltimore Clinic
- Friday: 8:30AM – 5:00 PM | Glen Burnie Clinic
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Glen Burnie Clinic
- Note: The clinic is closed on Mondays and Sundays. No same-day travel between clinics is required.
Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Minimum of 2 years of active nursing experience.
- Previous experience or comfort working with behavioral health, psychiatric, or substance abuse populations is highly preferred.
- Ability to quickly learn and navigate electronic health records (CareCloud experience is a plus, but not required).
Additional Requirements
- Dress Code & Safety: Solid-colored scrubs (no cartoon prints) with strictly closed-toe shoes or Crocs to adhere to workplace sharps and clinical safety protocols.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
