Medical Assistant/Cert Medical Assistant - Cascades East Clinic - FT Days

Sky Lakes Medical Center•Klamath Falls, OR

14h

About The Position

The Medical Assistant processes patients for clinician visits and procedures, supports clinic flow, collects and documents patient intake information, and collaborates with the Clinic RN and/or Clinician to prioritize interventions. The role assists clinicians and coworkers with office procedures, supports patient admissions, schedules appointments, maintains equipment and supplies, and carries out medication-related tasks as ordered. The position also requires accurate documentation, reporting abnormalities, cost-conscious use of resources, maintaining competency, and attending clinic staff meetings.

Requirements

Receive Medical Assistant certification within 15 months of hire.
Obtain AHA CPR certification by the end of the month after 60 days from hire and maintain it.
One year of previous medical office experience.
One year of patient care experience.
Positive, cheerful attitude; ability to work as a team player, self-starter, and flexible coworker; compassionate and caring manner.
Knowledge of proper telephone techniques, a pleasant telephone voice, and correct grammar usage.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Working knowledge of numbers, measurements, and medication calculation.
Accuracy in documentation and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of patient information.
Professional appearance; courteous conduct toward coworkers, patients, family members, clinicians, and residents; ability to participate in and promote teamwork.
Medium physical/mental demand capabilities.
Ability to work independently and courteously with physicians, healthcare providers, patients and families, and coworkers.
Ability to prioritize work demands and organize time efficiently; clear thinking; ability to work under time constraints and stressful situations while performing multiple tasks.
Ability to handle many telephone lines, walk and maneuver frequently around the clinic building, and stand for long periods.
Excellent problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant certification.

Responsibilities

Process patients in a timely manner into examination or procedure rooms and take appropriate measures to keep clinic operations running smoothly.
Provide patient intake information upon arrival and prioritize interventions in collaboration with the Clinic RN and/or Clinician.
Completely and accurately document patient care and education, and report abnormalities to the RN and/or Clinician.
Assist with patient admission to a hospital and/or nursing home.
Schedule patient appointments as needed.
Assist clinicians or coworkers with office procedures.
Clean, maintain, and care for office equipment and perform necessary quality controls.
Call or fax approved orders to pharmacies, care homes, nursing homes, or hospitals.
Administer injections, immunizations, and/or other medications according to orders, and complete appropriate documentation.
Use supplies and equipment economically and with awareness of cost containment.
Restock examination-room medical supplies and order and maintain supplies as necessary.
Keep medicine samples and regular cabinets orderly.
Attend Family Practice clinic staff and nursing staff meetings 1–2 times per month.
Maintain competency in all position requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.