Clinical Assistant/MA (BVMP) PRN

Blanchard Valley Health System•Findlay, OH

About The Position

Under the supervision of a physician, the Clinical Assistant/MA assists with office and laboratory procedures, point-of-care testing, injections, phlebotomy, instrument sterilization, and clerical duties while providing patient-centered care. The position supports Blanchard Valley Medical Practices, a division of Blanchard Valley Health System, whose mission is “Caring for a lifetime,” vision is “Extraordinary people. Exceptional care,” and values are Integrity, Compassion, Skill, Collaboration, Innovation, and Humor. Blanchard Valley Health System provides a continuum of care to more than 100,000 households in an eight-county area. The position may require working at another BVMP practice as needed and cross-training to other positions within the practice. It requires following organizational policies, privacy procedures, workplace civility standards, and standards of behavior, as well as providing care appropriate to the age and developmental needs of patients served. The position is classified as at risk for possible occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Positive, service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work at another BVMP practice as needed and cross-train to other positions within the practice.
Adhere to BVHS policies regarding workplace civility and standards of behavior.
Comply with organizational privacy policies and procedures.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served, including knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and the ability to assess patient-status information, identify age-specific needs, and provide care according to area policies and procedures.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including lifting 20 pounds, walking, standing, sitting, and reaching above the shoulders.
Good eye-hand coordination and fine-finger dexterity to operate machines.
Excellent verbal communication skills for communicating with patients, providers, and coworkers.
Corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant certification, registration, or diploma.
Previous medical experience.
Experience giving injections or drawing blood.
Medical terminology experience.
Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience.
Experience taking manual and/or electronic vital signs.
Experience communicating with patients by phone and in person.
Experience with sterile procedures.
Experience assisting providers with procedures.
Experience working in a medical practice.

Responsibilities

Manage daily patient and provider flow.
Assist the physician with patient care as required.
Prepare exam rooms for each visit and set up clinical areas.
Understand and follow directions from the provider and leadership.
Conduct phlebotomy and point-of-care testing based on practice needs.
Accurately complete the registration process.
Complete chart documentation.
Use clinical and clerical skills.
Enhance the patient experience and uphold the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
Participate in process improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.