Ambulatory Medical Assistant MA
Ambulatory Medical Assistant MA
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Job Description
Summary
The Adult Gastroenterology Clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of disorders of the digestive system. We are seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) to join our team.
As a Medical Assistant in the Adult Gastroenterology Clinic you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care alongside our team of physicians and nurses. Your responsibilities will encompass both clinical and administrative tasks including educating patients on preparation for procedures; obtaining patient history vital signs and other relevant information for the visit; and fostering a welcoming environment for all our patients. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to learn new skills be part of a wellrun clinic and enjoy the benefits working at National Jewish Health has to offer.
This position is weekdays only Monday Friday! No weekends holidays or night required!
As the leading respiratory hospital in the nation National Jewish Health is pioneering a new preventive and personalized medicine era. By combining our efforts in comprehensive care academic education and groundbreaking research we can develop treatments that help our patients live more productive lives. We breathe science so our patients can breathe life. If you believe in working for an organization where Breathing Science is Life we invite you to join our team!
Position Summary
Under the direct clinical support and supervision of a licensed professional the Ambulatory Medical Assistant (MA) promotes efficient high quality clinical practice by providing guidance through collaborating with the team to manage patient flow and communication deliver safe and appropriate patient care within the scope of practice and established policies and procedures.
Essential Duties
- Patient Intake and Documentation: Facilitate the rooming of patients and gather pertinent health information including vital signs medical history current medications and immunization status. Accurately document all information in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Clinical Assistance: Assist healthcare providers during patient exams and procedures ensuring that necessary supplies are available. Prepare patients for exams and administer immunizations or injections under supervision as permitted by state regulations.
- Specimen Collection and Lab Work: Collect label and prepare laboratory specimens such as blood or urine for analysis adhering to clinic protocols and safety standards.
- Patient Education: Provide patients with clear instructions regarding treatment plans medication management and followup care. Act as a liaison between patients and providers to relay information and coordinate care.
- InBasket Messaging Management: Monitor and manage inbasket messaging including triaging routing and responding to messages from patients providers and staff to support efficient clinic workflow and communication.
- Equipment and Room Maintenance: Maintain cleanliness and organization in exam rooms and medical equipment. Ensure proper sterilization of instruments and restocking of medical supplies as needed.
- Administrative Support: Assist with handling referrals managing patient records and performing other clerical duties that contribute to the smooth functioning of the clinic.
Other Duties
- May utilize point of care instruments such as the ISTAT Piccolo glucometer etc.
- May perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) ENO Spirometry or other diagnostic tests on patients as directed processes and files patient charts and monitors procedure activity under supervision.
- May participate in quality assurance and improvement activities on an ongoing basis and assist with preparation for regulatory surveys
- Other duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
- Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; selfimposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
- Collaboration/Teamwork: Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across his/her department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.
- Informing and Communicating: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
- Initiative: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
- Impact and Influence: Using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying ones own behavior to accommodate tasks situations and individuals involved. Taking advantage of opportunities to make a difference and have an impact. When used well the intended outcome of this competency is the creation of goodwill trust and respect while motivating people to want to follow you even when they do not have to.
- Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking responsibility for a patients safety satisfaction and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None
Travel
None
Core Values
- Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
- Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
- Be well groomed appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
- Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies the Employee Handbook Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
- Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
- Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates compliance with all state federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma/GED and successful graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant (MA) program or Emergency Medical Technician program
- Work Experience: None
- Special Training Certification or Licensure:Current BLS certification required.
Benefits
At National Jewish Health we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind we have designed a valuable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage:Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
- Paid Time Off:Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days and six paid holidays all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
- Dental & Vision Plans:Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
- Retirement Savings:403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
- Wellness Incentives:Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
- Tuition Reimbursement:Up to $5250 annually for fulltime and parttime employees.
- Child Care Assistance:Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
- Loan Forgiveness:Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
- Disability & Life Insurance:Employerpaid plans and optional buyup choices.
- Voluntary Benefits:Full suite of coverage options such as Accident Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
- Exclusive Discounts:Savings on local services insurance and RTD bus passes.
Application Deadline:This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
Employment Type
Full-Time
