Medical Assistant Center Estrella - Goodyear, United States - Banner Health

Banner Health

Verified Company

Goodyear, United States

1 day ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Primary City/State:

Goodyear, Arizona

Department Name:

FP-Goodyear-Estrella

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Banner Health Center at Estrella provides comprehensive care for family members of all ages. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with our patients and create personalized care plans to support each patient's specific health needs.

As
Medical Assistant **on this team, you will be an integral part of the patient's Banner experience looking to provide each person with the best customer service and patient care.

When assisting patients directly, you will be rooming patients, taking vital signs, assisting with procedures and updating patient electronic medical records accurately and timely.

When not doing direct patient care you will be responsible for calling patients with results, checking faxes, initiating prior authorizations, stocking rooms, and being an all-around team player.

You will be working with a fun, strong team in a family like environment.

Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Location:
Banner Health Center Estella S Estrella Pkwy
- _If selected, the recruiter will provide eligibility criteria for the sign-on bonus_

At Banner Medical Group, you'll have the opportunity to perform a critical role in the community where you practice. Banner Medical Group provides both primary and specialty care throughout the communities in which Banner Health operates.

We do this in a variety of settings - from smaller group practices like our Banner Health Clinics in Colorado and Wyoming, to large multi-specialty Banner Health Centers in the metropolitan Phoenix area.

We currently have more than 1,000 physicians and more than 3,500 total employees in our group and are seeking others to enhance our ability to deliver our nonprofit mission of providing excellent patient care.

This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as, implementing and evaluating direct patient care.

This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint; documents pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician.
Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures which could include taking patients' blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG's. Acts as chaperon as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed. Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process.
Coordinates and manages patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary medical treatments and tests. Responsible for communicating test results to patient. Acts as a resource to clinician in order to provide optimal patient care. May administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.
Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation to include but not limited to complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit. Provides complete and accurate information necessary for billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion.
Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms and storage areas. Disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following sterilization procedures. Follows manufacturer's recommendations and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances. Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.
Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient care areas. Medication ordering and tasks related to all medications (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls).
Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation and the team concept in all contacts.
This position will complete all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.
This position works under the direct supervision of the providers. This position interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Also interacts with phys