Medical Practice Assistant- Orthopedics - Boston, United States - Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)

Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)

Verified Company

Boston, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

**Medical Practice Assistant

Orthopedics*

The Medical /Practice Assistant (MA/PA) is an integral member of the healthcare team and is accountable for patient care as assigned by a licensed independent provider (

LIP:
MD, NP, PA), a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or a Registered Nurse (RN).

The MA/PA participates in the direct and indirect care of patients, health maintenance, patient instruction, collaborative planning and rehabilitation as within scope of practice and consistent with his/her education and training.

The Medical/Practice Assistant may be present in secure medication storage areas and is allowed incidental access to medications.

Developing relationships with patients, families and colleagues, the MA functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and contributes toward the attainment of important goals for the patient, the practice and the organization.

Additionally, as part of the regular job duties, the MA/PA will provide administrative support to the practice responsible for multiple functions to ensure a smooth and seamless patient experience.

Basic Requirements:
High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Clinical Skills:
Knowledge of practice operations and standards.

Beginning to intermediate knowledge and use of medical terminology.

Ability to accurately perform vital signs and obtain pertinent health information including but not limited to; temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height, and weight.

Ability to participate in the medication reconciliation processes and related prescription management tasks, including prior authorizations.

Knowledge and ability to perform specific procedures and tests as appropriate to the clinical setting.

Communication Skills:
Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills in English. Communicates in a professional, courteous, clear and concise manner. Facilitates therapeutic relationships between patients, families and other members of the health care team.

Writing Skills:

Phone Skills:

Ability to telephonically support the practice by answering and screening calls, offering information within scope of practice to facilitate communication.

Organization Skills:
Ability to manage work processes in a neat and systematic way. Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, appropriately prioritize clinical work, follow established policies, procedures and clinical practice guidelines, workflows.

Technology Skills:

EEO Statement
MGB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability

Primary Location MA-Boston-BWH Boston Main Campus

Work Locations BWH Boston Main Campus 75 Francis St Boston 02115

Job Medical Assistant

Organization Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)

Schedule Full-time

Standard Hours 40

Shift Day Job

Employee Status Regular

Recruiting Department BWH Orthopedics

Job Posting May 13, 2024