Clinical Medical Assistant II - Urology - Full-Time

Erlanger Health • Chattanooga, TN

70d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant Certified II is responsible for direct and indirect care of patients under the direction of an RN, LPN, physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. The Medical Assistant Certified II assumes a leadership role to support a designated physician(s)' clinic(s) - ensuring effective and efficient day-to-day operation, including scheduling and patient flow. The MA-C II serves as a leadership resource to other Medical Assistants for clinical activities; provides direct assistance to individuals and teams when staffing needs demand same. Performs various administrative tasks to support the physician's and clinic's needs. Takes appropriate action to address and resolve concerns within delegated authority. This position is involved in a team-based approach to care. Team members are trained to meet the highest level of function for their role as per the State of Tennessee/Georgia guidelines. Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to coordinate care for patients and is trained and assigned to support patients/families/caregivers in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change. Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to manage the practices' patient population. Participates in the practice's quality improvement process and performance evaluation.

Requirements

• High School diploma/equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or equivalent military training.
• One year of Clinical Medical Assistant experience within the last 5 years.
• BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward.
• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Medical background.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect care of patients under the direction of healthcare professionals.
• Assume a leadership role to support designated physician(s)' clinic(s).
• Ensure effective and efficient day-to-day operation, including scheduling and patient flow.
• Serve as a leadership resource to other Medical Assistants for clinical activities.
• Perform various administrative tasks to support the physician's and clinic's needs.
• Address and resolve concerns within delegated authority.
• Participate in the practice's quality improvement process and performance evaluation.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees