CERTIFIED/REGISTERED MEDICAL ASSISTANT-DERMATOLOGY OR REGISTERED NURSE - Part Time (DAYS)

Memorial Regional Health•Craig, CO

23d•$20 - $50

About The Position

This is a part-time position for a Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Nurse in a dermatology setting. The role involves direct patient care, including preparing patients for examinations, recording medical history and vital signs, administering medications, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a safe and confidential environment. The position also requires adherence to organizational policies, participation in meetings and training, and contributing to performance improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must successfully pass a background check.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.
Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Course.
Must be Certified or Registered.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire).

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience with patients in a clinic setting.

Responsibilities

Shows patients to the examination room and prepares them for the provider.
Records patients’ past medical history, vaccine status, vital statistics, and medication reconciliation.
Maintains compliance within the department and clinic, as well as within state and federal regulations and policies.
Answers, greets, and directs phone calls, takes messages, and documents in the patient’s record.
Cares for instruments, including cleaning, packaging, and sterilizing where applicable.
Participates in mandatory in-services and attends staff meetings.
Follows policies and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparedness and participates in drills.
Respects the confidentiality of patient records and uses complete discretion in accordance with HIPAA.
Utilizes all department forms and documents in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) appropriately.
Identifies victims and the process for reporting abuse.
Collects, labels, and transports all specimens appropriately.
Demonstrates proper techniques when setting up for procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency and routine equipment and procedures.
Collaborates with patient care planning and actively participates in patient education.
Assists providers with special tests and procedures.
Acts as a resource person to other staff members.
Maintains positive and supportive behavior towards team members and other departments.
Participates in process improvement teams or interdepartmental efforts.
Assesses every patient for safety, medication dosage appropriateness, and other needs.
Acts as a liaison between patients, families, providers, and staff.
Completes workload as assigned.
Administers medication and performs treatment in accordance with standards of care. Translates medications into pediatric doses and uses proper equipment for the patient’s size and age.
Floats to other clinical departments as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrates full commitment to the CHOICE values of MRH and consistently represents the organization in a positive, professional manner.
Establishes and maintains effective verbal and written communication, fostering positive working relationships.
Adheres to the MRH attire and dress code.
Exhibits initiative and self-motivation; maintains productivity and manages time and responsibilities effectively.
Completes all required annual education, training, in-services, and licensure/certification updates; actively participates in departmental and organizational meetings.
Maintains strict patient confidentiality at all times.
Reports to work punctually and completes assigned duties within established timeframes.
Actively contributes to departmental and organization-wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.
Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, maintaining adherence to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.
Follows all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures to maintain a safe environment.