Medical Assistant- Memorial Family Clinic (25-288) - Artesia General Hospital - Artesia, New Mexico, United States Job at Artesia General Hospital, Artesia, NM

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  • Artesia General Hospital
  • Artesia, NM

Job Description

Full-time

Description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of an RN/LPN or practitioner perform basic patient care activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist and work one-on-one with multiple physicians and mid-levels in two different locations “Artesia and Carlsbad” .
  • Must be able to travel and work in Artesia and Carlsbad.
  • Must be willing to assist in training new employees
  • Escort patients from the lobby to the exam room or the treatment room as appropriate.
  • Obtains all necessary patient records as required by the physician.
  • Records patient data before each physician visit, including, but not limited to any new problems, symptoms, or follow-up
  • Conducts patients’ assessments and obtains pertinent medical information
  • Assist physicians with exams and procedures as required (i.e. set-up injections, removal of sutures, staples, casting, bracing)
  • Prepares and stocks exam room, orders supplies as needed
  • Maintains all exam room disinfection protocols
  • Telephones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as required or directed by physicians.
  • Schedule patient tests procedures, surgeries, and hospital admissions, and provide any follow-up as needed.
  • Ensures all paperwork is complete and signed by the physician for reauthorizations and pre-certifications as needed.
  • Obtains new patient records and previous test results, (x-rays, etc.)
  • Follows up on patient rescheduling with a physician.
  • Performs appropriate procedures in the cast room. Placement and removal of casts, splints, and dressing according to protocol.
  • Review and ensure superbill for accuracy, completeness, and physician signature.
  • Complete Worker’s compensation questionnaires, disability forms, etc.
  • Assist with front desk phone and filing of medical records as needed.
  • Accept temporary assignments allocated by the Office Manager.
  • Maintain a clean work environment and restocks and supply area as needed.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of patient confidentially: HIPPA: to protect the patient and clinic
  • Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the front office. Covers for the front office functions as requested.
  • Demonstrated positive interpersonal relations in dealing with fellow employees, supervisors, managers, other department employees, and physicians to maximize productivity and positive employee relations.
  • Ensure all medical records are scanned in the EMR
  • Ensure cleanliness of office and examination rooms.
  • Clean and store equipment. (Instrument sterilization)
  • Maintain supply inventory and re-stock as required.
  • Perform basic clerical duties as needed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • As assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of basic nursing and patient care.

AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education – High school diploma or equivalent; plus specialized, short-term training in basic patient care.
  • Work Experience – clinic setting preferred.
  • Training – Formal nursing assistant and/or medical assistant training is required.
  • License/Certification – Certification in Nurse Assisting or Certification in Medical Assisting preferred.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood or other body fluids.

Salary Description

$15.00 - $24.00 HR DOE

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement,

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