Medical Assistant Ambulatory - Providence, United States - Rhode Island Hospital
Description
Summary:
Reports to the Ambulatory Clinical Manager and/or Practice Manager or other assigned Supervisory personnel and under general supervision of the attending License Independent Practitioner and in accordance with established policies and procedures screens collects vitals from patients in an Ambulatory setting.
Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Lifespans mission vision values with consideration of the life span including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.
Responsibilities:
Works effectively and respectfully at his/her highest capabilities and training.
Follows the practice clinic or office workflow protocols to maximize quality and efficiency.
Performs pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient record prior to the appointment with recent test results consults correspondence etc.
Prepares patients for examination and treatment in accordance to their clinic specific workflow protocol by escorting from the waiting area to the exam room.
Ensures effectively patient flow throughout the practice clinic and office.
Reviews Health Maintenance and Chronic Illness services and performs/orders according to protocols and standing orders.
Performs testing procedures such as blood pressure EKG pulse oximetry Hgb A1-C glucose urinalysis urine hcg rapid strep test and other point of care tests.
Assists physician with physical examinations. Performs all procedures using aseptic techniques following standard procedures.
Assists provider with all physical examinations. Performs all procedures using aseptic techniques following standard procedures.
Administers vaccines and places PPDs as per practice/clinic protocol.
Completes appropriate follow-up up work after visit including but not limited to ensuring all blood and specimens are properly labeled recorded and sent to lab.
Follows up on referrals for specialty care and/or other services. Tracks consult reports and ensures EMR is updated accordingly. Contacts patients for outreach and/or reminders for referrals.
Checks for prescription refills pending.
Ensures examination room is cleaned between each patient and set-up appropriately for next appointment.
Thoroughly explains programs procedures and correct preparation for various tests and exams.
Provides education to patients regarding the importance of coordination of care and the prudent use of emergency rooms when seeking care.
Documents identified barriers.Schedules tests and follow-up appointments. Pre-registers patient for next visit. Verifies patient demographic and insurance information. Obtains prior authorizations as needed.
Monitors and orders supplies and keeps room stocked. Cleans medical equipment. Reports broken or missing equipment to manager immediately. Ensures exam rooms are prepared for each patient. Checks expiration dates on medications and supplies removes and reports expired medication to Practice or Clinic Management.
Assists with administrative office duties. Mails reminders and other letters to patients.
Manages time effectively. Fills slow periods with activities to prepare for future needs. Minimizes non-productive time.
Maintains quality assurance safety environmental and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies procedures and objectives.
Protects and preserves the patients right to privacy and confidentiality.
Maintains a position attitude and actively engages in the team approach of caring for patients.
Supports the goals and concepts of the patient centered medical home by demonstrating flexibility and willingness to change.
Performs other related duties as required.
Other information:
BASIC KNOWLEDGE**:
High School graduate or equivalency able to read write and speak English.
Graduate of formal Medical Assistant training program (9 months or longer) or minimum of 3 years Medical Assistant experience in a comparable ambulatory setting required within the l
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