Certified Medical Assistant -Nail Technician
Certified Medical Assistant -Nail Technician
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Location:
Geisinger Podiatry ElysburgShift:
Days (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Worker Type:
RegularExemption Status:
NoJob Summary:
Assists the physician with foot exams in addition to performing routine nail care. Assists with a wide range of direct patientcare tasks within the assigned area. Graduate of an accredited 1year certificate or 2year diploma Medical Assistant program preferred. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assist (RMA) required. Certified by one of the listed governing associations required: NHA AMT AAMA NAHP NCCT AAH or AMCA.Job Duties:
- Performs routine nail care.
- Assists physician with diabetic foot exams.
- Rooms patients removes dressings cleans wounds applies dressings and compression wraps.
- Identifies observes and documents the physical needs of the patient.
- Reports changes in patient condition.
- Assists patients in transferring and positioning to facilitate appropriate care.
- Provides for or assists patients with activities of daily living as it pertains to care of patients in the Podiatry Clinic.
- Performs previsit data gathering and record keeping on new and return patients.
- Executes and documents ongoing patient communication.
- Provides instruction to ensure patients understanding of medical condition and compliance with treatment Instructions.
- Assists with transporting sterile and nonsterile instruments to and from sterile processing.
- Assists in problem solving and troubleshooting in the care and maintenance of equipment and assists in ensuring adequate supplies are available in the Podiatry Clinic.
- Completes necessary charges for appliances and dressings to the patient.
- Orders necessary materials from storeroom and purchasing.
- Prepares and administers medications according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency. May not administer intravenous medications.
- Completes patient tests and treatments per providers order according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency.
- Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork accurately and efficiently to expedite laboratory studies.
- Performs phlebotomy and may assist in specific laboratory functions relative to the testing reporting and quality assurance of laboratory specimens as educated and overseen by the laboratory.
- May have access to noncontrolled medication storage/supply areas and can transport noncontrolled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic/unit.
- Prepares and cleans instruments.
- Follows protocols for sterilization and disinfection including high level disinfection of instruments and equipment
- Participates in quality improvement activities.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be allinclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any departmentspecific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details:
Hiring Incentive:This position qualifies for a $3000 signon bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply.
Hours:84:30pm
Required Experience: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assist (RMA) required. Certified by one of the listed governing associations required: NHA AMT AAMA NAHP NCCT AAH or AMCA.
Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health achieve financial stability and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: of working at Geisinger:
Full benefits (health dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices including an expanded network for outofarea employees and dependents
Pretax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) anda health savings account (HSA)
Companypaid life insurance shortterm disability and longterm disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Familyfriendly support including adoption and fertility assistance parental leave pay military leave pay and a free membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare eldercare & pet care. Access free legal guidance mental health visits worklife support digital selfhelp tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance identity theft protection universal life and pet and legal insurance
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) (Required)Experience:
Minimum of 1 yearRelated work experience (Preferred)Certification(s) and License(s):
Basic Life Support Certification Default Issuing Body Certified Medical Assistant Default Issuing Body Certified Nail Technician within 6 months Default Issuing BodySkills:
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients our members our students our Geisinger family and our communities.
- KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
- EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
- LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
- INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients our members our community and the nation.
- SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one including vision dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration cooperation and collegiality.
We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
