Medical Assistant- Pulmonary Medicine Department - Littleton, United States - Littleton Hospital Association

Description

POSITION STANDARDS:

• High school diploma and/or at least two years of experience in a medical practice preferred.
• Must act in a professional and courteous manner with the public, patients, co-workers, and providers at all times.
• Experience with computer applications required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required.
• Critical thinking skills and independent judgement a must.
• Must be able to work with little guidance.
• Detail oriented with the ability to multitask.
• Assist with patient inquiries.
• Certification/registration in Medical Assisting
• Demonstrates in all aspects in clinical competencies

SUMMARY AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

NOTE: Medical Assistants function under the provider's license.

Position may require the ability to float to multiple physician practices performing both clinical and clerical tasks as determined by need as appropriate per practice.

• Perform selected clinical and administrative duties. Assist providers in preparing for physicals, procedures and minor surgeries.
• Administer immunizations and injections as instructed by provider.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.Take patient histories and vital signs, specimen collection and analysis and perform EKGs.
• Change dressings and assist with wound care.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Maintain adequate level of supplies and equipment needed for patient care.
• Remove sutures and castings.
• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments and follows through with referrals and pre-certifications as necessary.
• Call or fax prescriptions, under provider's direction.
• Maintain patient files, records and other information in accordance with hospital standards.
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Adhere to hospital, department and compliance policies, procedures, regulations and laws (OSHA, DEA, CLIA, etc.).
• Act in a professional and courteous manner with the public, patients, families and coworkers at all times
• Assist the providers with the administrative aspects of their position to ensure the efficient operation of the office on a day to day basis.
• Maintain confidentiality of peers, medical staff and all patient information.
• Maintain provider appointment scheduling and any changes to their schedules.
• Implement physician orders under physician direction and notify patients of results as directed by physician.
• All other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: Service Line Director

SUPERVISES: None

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS:

Patients, office staff, providers, hospital personnel, pharmaceutical representatives, nursing home personnel

Experience/Specialized Skills:

One year medical office experience preferred

Required Education/Course(s)/Training:

Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred

Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or equivalent

Preferred Certification/Registration: BLS required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

See Physical Demands worksheet

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.