Medical Assistant- Ambulatory (Medical Associates of Louisa)

UVA Health•Louisa, VA

10d•$18 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Medical Assistants provide clinical support, assist with administrative tasks, and provide general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction or supervision of the patient’s physician or LIP/RN designee in accordance with policy, procedure and competency to promote patient health and wellness. Duties may include: patient care, vital signs, assisting licensed health care professionals, performing various laboratory tests, quality control indicators, and clinical intake. This position requires providing service to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Assists in assuring effective and efficient clinic operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, referring providers, and patients. Assists with data collection for physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to professional practice standards and institutional policy/procedure. Completes standardized rooming and performs clinical intake, data collection, and documentation. As directed and in accordance with documented competencies, provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures. Clinical support services include but are not limited to preparing laboratory specimens, performing testing (i.e. point of care testing, CLIA waived testing ECG/EKG, spirometry, venipuncture/phlebotomy, specimen collection, etc.), appropriate cleaning and sterilization of instruments/equipment and rooms, disposing of contaminated supplies, performing wound care, administering medications. Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency. Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the Health Care Provider (HCP). Reinforces patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient through approved educational materials or written instructions. Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care. Maintains supplies and equipment. Document and capture charges for clinical support services rendered within the patient visit. Performs administrative support responsibilities. As directed and in accordance with documented competencies, provides administrative support to licensed healthcare professionals. Administrative support services include but are not limited to draft letters and/or assist with completion of forms, facilitate scheduling, pend medication refills, assist with coverage of in basket messaging, assist with clinic/chart prep. Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care. Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues. Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
No experience required.
American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
Currently enrolled or have completion of a Medical Assistant Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) and/or hold a current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the AAMA, AMT, NAHP, ARMA, or NHA.
Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 6 months from the date of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical support, assist with administrative tasks, and provide general support in an ambulatory setting.
Perform patient care, take vital signs, and assist licensed healthcare professionals.
Perform various laboratory tests, quality control indicators, and clinical intake.
Assure effective and efficient clinic operations and maintain communication with team members, referring providers, and patients.
Collect data for physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients.
Complete standardized rooming and perform clinical intake, data collection, and documentation.
Provide clinical support during examinations and procedures, including preparing laboratory specimens, performing tests (point of care, CLIA waived, ECG/EKG, spirometry, venipuncture/phlebotomy, specimen collection), cleaning and sterilizing instruments/equipment/rooms, disposing of contaminated supplies, performing wound care, and administering medications.
Organize and prioritize daily work assignments.
Implement age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs.
Reinforce patient/family teaching plans.
Provide for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Document and capture charges for clinical support services rendered.
Perform administrative support responsibilities, including drafting letters, assisting with forms, facilitating scheduling, pending medication refills, assisting with in-basket messaging, and assisting with clinic/chart prep.
Demonstrate teamwork in patient care and recognize time-sensitive issues.
Assume responsibility for professional development of self and others.