Medical Assistant II- Float

Hutchinson Clinic • Hutchinson, KS

72d

About The Position

The role involves performing both administrative and clinical tasks, including maintaining patient records, preparing patients and rooms for examination, and assisting physicians and/or providers with exams. The position requires a blend of patient interaction and office duties to ensure a smooth operation within the healthcare setting.

Requirements

• One year work experience as a Medical Assistant or closely related position preferred.
• High School Education or equivalent required.
• CNA, CMA, or completion of a Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• Current BLS certification or completion within 6 months of employment is required.
• Ability to deal with the public efficiently, courteously, politely, and effectively required.
• Basic computer skills which enable the entry and retrieval of data including the use of Microsoft Word and Outlook required.
• Experience with EMR systems preferred.
• Must demonstrate consistent professional conduct.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
• Clean and package instruments for autoclaving. Dispose of contaminated supplies using universal precautions for protection against bloodborne pathogens.
• Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones.
• Develop sense of trust with patients and relatives through active listening, professionalism and being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity, and privacy.
• Be familiar with and consistently implement the organizations mission and all approved policies, protocols, and procedures.
• Attend training events and maintain competency as required to perform duties.
• Regularly support compliance and accreditation efforts as assigned (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA).
• Consistently demonstrate good use of time and resources.
• Inventory and order medical, lab, or office supplies or equipment.
• Schedule appointments for patients.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by provider.
• Collect and log specimens then prepare them for testing.
• Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
• Complete insurance forms.
• Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures.
• Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.
• Administer routine diagnostic tests.
• Change dressings on wounds.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees