LPN / Medical Secretary (Floater)

Job Overview: Assist with overall patient care including screening, interviewing, and assessing patients for physical, mental health, or drug and alcohol treatment needs. This position serves in a float capacity, providing both clinical nursing support and administrative/medical secretary support as needed to ensure continuity of care, efficient clinic operations, and appropriate coverage. 

Responsibilities and Duties:   

Clinical / Nursing 

• To provide services to consumers as directed, including assisting with assessments and coordination of care with prescribers 

• To perform basic assessment of the consumer by recording vital signs, noting changes, and reporting findings to appropriate clinical staff 

• To support ongoing monitoring of consumer’s mental and physical health status and communicate relevant information to prescribers and treatment team members 

• To assist with patient education regarding medications, treatment expectations, and overall wellness 

• To collaborate with treatment team members to ensure patient safety and quality care 

Administrative / Medical Secretary Responsibilities 

• To provide administrative support to outpatient psychiatric clinicians and patients as needed 

• To manage office documentation including lab orders and results, referrals, prior authorizations, and completion of outside forms (e.g., FMLA, housing, assistance office) 

• To assist with scheduling appointments, managing clinician schedules, and ensuring efficient use of appointment slot 

Float Role 

• To provide coverage across both nursing and administrative functions based on clinic need 

• To adapt to changing priorities and support team members to ensure continuity of care and operation 

Education and Experience:   

Candidates must have the following qualifications:    

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a current, unrestricted license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 

• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills require 

• Ability to work independently while functioning as part of a team  

Experience in behavioral health or a medical office setting preferred 

Full Time Benefits:   

• Paid Time Off – PTO (over 6 weeks per year)   

• Two (2) Floating Wellness Holidays   

• Eight (8) Paid Holiday   

• 401k Retirement Plan (with 200% employer match contribution)   

• Affordable Health Insurance   

• Vision Insurance (free employer-paid coverage)   

• Dental Insurance (free employer-paid coverage)   

• Life Insurance (free employer-paid coverage)   

• Cell Phone Reimbursement (up to $300 annually) *for qualifying positions*