Employment Type:

Shift:

Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Escorts patient to exam room. Obtains and documents data to include but not limited to chief complaint allergies vital signs pain level medication history and fall risk. Obtains and reviews basic health history information. Anticipates and prepares exam room with equipment and supplies required for the visit. Providers must review and approve the data collected by the PCA.
B. Utilizes written MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center policies/procedures and universal pre-cautions when performing lab/diagnostic tests or procedures. Performs maintains and documents quality controls as applicable/requested i.e. logs proficiency tests maintenance records etc.
C. Assists in scheduling patients for office appointments lab/diagnostic tests/referrals. Reviews written test preparation handout with patient and documents in medical record. Refers patient to provider/registered nurse if patient education is required.
D. Completes charge ticket/submits charges in electronic health record to include and obtain the diagnosis from the provider identifying and initialing all billable supplies and services. Obtains ABN per e-LMRP as necessary.
E. Documents notification/follow-up of phone messages under direct supervision of a provider.
F. Assists in cost containment by maintaining an adequate quantity of supplies in workstations exam procedure rooms (lab and x-ray if applicable).
G. Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.
H. May gather laboratory results radiology reports medical records and other data for review by the physician. All data will be reviewed by the physician or ACP.
I. Communicate waits and delays as directed by the nurse ACP or physician.
J. Competent in EMR navigation and functionality as appropriate for their department and role in the organization.
K. Communicates with and performs duties following MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center Guiding Behaviors and cultural beliefs.
L. Supports and abides by all medical center departmental and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
M. Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission philosophy and values of MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center and the Sisters of Mercy.
N. Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.
O. Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development and participates in medical center and/or departmental education programs.
P. Performs other responsibilities as requested by supervisor manager or department head.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

A. Participates in the training orientation and education of new employees.
B. Serves as a resource person for patients and other clinic staff.
C. Functions as a team member by providing back up when needed.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education:
1. Successful completion of a formal Nurse Aid or Emergency Medical Technician course/training verified through transcript or original program certificate of completion OR
2. Graduate of a Medical Assistant program OR
3. Currently enrolled in an A.D.N. B.S.N. program with successful completion of first semester of A.D.N. program OR first year completion of nursing courses in BSN OR graduate of an A.D.N. Diploma BSN or LPN program. OR
4. Registered on State of Iowa Nurse Aide registry listing as Active or eligible.

B. Experience:
1. A minimum of six months work experience in a health care facility performing duties relating to patient care is preferred.
2. Additional experience involving computer knowledge

C. Special Skills and Competencies:
1. Communication skills with the ability to maintain and display professionalism with customers and coworkers.
2. Organizational skills with attention to detail.
3. Computer skills
4. Flexibility and adaptability.
5. Functions as a patient advocate.
6. Typing speed of 35 words per minute (verified by testing) preferred

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.