LPN II Physician Practice

You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.

Under the direct supervision of assigned physician(s), responsible for the provision of professional, quality medical care to patients based on structured guidelines and protocols. Supports the physician and other medical providers in the care and treatment of patients through a variety of means including rooming the patient, taking vital signs, collecting and recording data, communicating delays to patient, provider and team members and facilitating patient flow. Facilitates, communicates and collaborates with the physician and office team to identify and meet the physical and emotional needs of the patient and to promote/restore optimal health and well-being of the patient. Performs a wide variety of patient care support activities including scheduling ordered tests and exams, scheduling surgery and obtaining pre-authorizations from insurance carriers. Assumes lead responsibility for the safety program of the practice, maintenance of established documentation standards by clinical support staff, and validation of clinical competencies. Assumes personal accountability for organizational mission and core values.

In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

Required:

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• 1 year experience in medical office or ambulatory services/outpatient clinic setting
• License Practical Nurse, LPN license to practice in Colorado or Kansas 
• Basic Life Support from American Heart Association

Preferred:

• IV Therapy, State IV certification upon hire or within three months of hire/transfer

St. Catherine Hospital, located in Garden City, Kansas, was founded by two pioneering physicians and the Dominican Sisters. They created and maintained the spirit that has enabled St. Catherine Hospital employees to develop a thriving health care facility unlike any other in southwest Kansas. Like many of the families and businesses in our community, our roots run deep � 85 years of excellence and counting. Residents of Garden City enjoy life in a relaxed, small-town (population approx. 30,000) with a zoo, several parks, golf courses, modern shopping and more.