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MA/OCCA/LPN Cardiothoracic Surgery Outpatient Clinic

Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101

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MA/OCCA/LPN Cardiothoracic Surgery Outpatient Clinic

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Cleveland Clinic . Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus offers advanced research, technology, and world‑class patient care. Responsibilities

Work shifts from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. No weekends or holidays required. Medical Assistant (MA) Responsibilities

Assist with performing screenings and treatments by gathering and updating health maintenance information, identifying medication changes, updating allergy information, collecting specimens, performing tests, and documenting patient care. Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition. Maintain equipment, medical supplies, and examination areas. Perform administrative and clerical duties such as filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration. Other Caregiver Assistant (OCCA) Responsibilities

Provide or assist with patient care in an outpatient clinic under the supervision of an RN or LIP. Complete the rooming process: vitals, height, weight, intake questions, documentation, and reporting abnormal findings. Collect patient specimens, perform point‑of‑care testing, and prepare specimens for lab transport. Prepare patients for and assist with exams, tests, and procedures such as EKG, Holter monitor application, pulse oximetry, hearing and vision screening, disinfection, and sterilization. Administer treatments as directed, including heat or cold application, simple sterile dressing changes, and applying or removing casts, braces, and splints. Review printed instructions with patients. Assist with wound care. Document in the electronic health record. Assist with setting up the clinic for daily operations, in‑baskets, closure of care gaps, maintaining clean and orderly work areas, and closing the clinic. Stock supplies and linens; clean, monitor expiration dates, restock dressing supply carts, check AED units and oxygen tanks, and empty needle boxes using appropriate safety measures. Initiate CPR and other emergency measures. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Responsibilities

Provide patient care activities under the direction of an RN and/or physician. Collect and document objective and subjective data and observations about patients. Complete nursing assessments and report all data. Implement the current nursing care plan, medication or treatment, and communicate patients’ responses. Observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments. Perform routine laboratory tests. Educate patients and family members. Minimum Qualifications

Medical Assistant (MA)

Graduate from an approved medical assisting program OR military training as a hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W), or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1). Completion of a clinical externship OR extensive clinical experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA or the American Red Cross. Must obtain during new‑hire period if not already held. Other Caregiver Assistant (OCCA)

High school diploma or GED. Understanding of human anatomy, basic patient care activities, and math. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA or the American Red Cross required within the new‑hire period. One year of recent healthcare experience in a hospital or ambulatory, homecare, assisted living, nursing home, or long‑term care setting. Additional formal training or education may substitute some or all of the required experience. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Graduate of an approved school of Practical Nursing. Current Ohio license as a Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA. Preferred Qualifications

Medical Assisting Certification. Successful completion of a CC externship. One year of patient care experience. Proficiency in the use of an electronic medical record. Physical Requirements

Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good eye‑hand coordination; involves extensive standing and walking. Light work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, or negligible force constantly (2‑3 or more hours per shift). Personal Protective Equipment

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $18.25 Maximum hourly: $24.95 The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. Actual compensation will be determined after considering factors such as work history, experience, skill set, and education. The pay range does not include any applicable pay practices (shift differentials, overtime, etc.) or the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package. Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

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