Medical Assistant - Specialty Clinics - Per Diem
Medical Assistant - Specialty Clinics - Per Diem
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Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Key member of a patient centric care delivery model for high quality and service within the office setting. Performs at or above the standards of care set for the superior patient experience in clinical and non-clinical settings. Able to proficiently and effectively navigate through multiple information technology platforms and applications to provide and support best practices/protocols value-based care supporting implementing and demonstrating the Core Values of ProMedica: Compassion - treat each and every patient and co-worker with respect integrity and dignity. Innovation - search to find a better way and embrace changes. Teamwork - become a member of an inclusive team of diverse and unique individuals who collaborate to meet the ongoing needs of our patients and communities. Excellence - strive to be the best in all we do; we value lifelong learning practice continuous improvement and provide exceptional service in living our Mission.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Anticipates and prepares the patient clinical equipment and supplies for the visit.
2. Prepares the patient for the visit by gathering base line data from the patient documenting reasons for the visit and obtaining vitals/office testing.
3. Accurately obtains vital signs (temperature pulse respiration blood pressure). Understands normal vital signs and reports variations if present.
4. Medication reconciliation pill counts and fill meds as ordered by the providers. Assists with injections in the office and goes with the physician to the OR for procedures.
5. Collects routine specimens when necessary.
6. Narcotic agreement as needed.
7. Observes reports and records patient appearance and condition. Understands physical emotional and mental changes in patient condition and reports appropriately. Provides one-to-one care as assigned. Documents appropriately in the medical record. Uses correct forms as well as appropriate terminology and abbreviations. Documents care given and signs appropriately.
8. Demonstrates knowledge of routine patient supplies and equipment. Safely utilizes equipment to assist in patient needs and care delivery. Obtains supplies and equipment from other departments as requested. Cleans and returns equipment to proper locations or departments.
9. Maintains clean and neat patient beds and rooms and unit areas. Maintains safe and comfortable patient environment.
10. Provides excellent patient service by documenting information accurately promptly and legibly in order to meet regulatory requirements. Utilizes medical charts forms practice management systems and all forms of electronic communication efficiently.
11. Demonstrates clinical knowledge and focuses on customer service to answer and triage patient telephone calls. Records complete and accurate messages and obtains necessary instructions from providers and nurses etc. when appropriate.
12. Communicates professionally with patients providers and co-workers at all times.
13. Provides for a safe patient experience through adherence to clinical protocols regulatory requirements manufacturer standards and reports any potential equipment malfunctions or safety violations.
14. Supports internal and external customers to maintain a superior customer experience across the continuum of care through teamwork.
15. Demonstrates stewardship of practice finances through efficient utilization of practice resources such as medical supplies office supplies and time management.
16. Actively participates and is engaged in staff meetings.
17. Performs other duties as assigned that support core values.
18. Population Specific Competencies:
a. Registration Scheduling Billing
b. Check in check out knowledge
c. Coordinate schedules with surgery as applicable
d. Be able to perform and or assist in Urine collections cleaning equipment ordering supplies etc.
e. Assist with wound vacs wound dressings as applicable
f. Vital signs
Requirements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:High School graduate or its equivalent. Completion of a recognized MA program at an accredited college or university or possess equivalent experience.
Skills:Requires working knowledge of medical terminology. Must demonstrate basic computer skills. Able to promote a strong commitment towards achieving outstanding internal and external customer satisfaction and superior patient experience. Ability to pass competencies of the position. Concern for patient care. Preference for work with people. Ability to tolerate physical and mental stresses and retain emotional stability in variable situations. Must have an even temperament and pleasant personality. Must be able to understand directions (written and verbal) communicate and respond to inquiries; requires effective interpersonal skills. Must be able to demonstrate good judgment in a fast-paced environment.
Certification:Anyone hired after 1/1/2020 if not certified at time of hire you must pass the certification test within 12 months of date of hire into the position. CPR/AED certified.
ProMedica is a mission-based not-for-profit integrated healthcare organizational headquartered in Toledo Ohio. For more information please visit applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race color national origin ancestry religionsex/gender (including pregnancy)sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression age physical or mental disability military or protected veteran status citizenship familial or marital status genetics or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica please contact
Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace
Employment Type
Gig
