Medical Assistant II - Medical Groups

Silver Cross Hospital

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in delivery of primary healthcare, patient care management and clerical duties as required. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public.

Requirements

Knowledge of medical practice to assist in patient care
Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments as directed
Skill in taking vital signs
Skill in maintaining records and recording test results
Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
Ability to maintain quality control standards
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures
Ability to communicate clearly
Ability to operate automated patient-billing system
High school diploma or GED required
CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

Graduation or completion of Certified Medical Assistant preferred, not required
Patient Care Technicians and Certified Nursing Assistant experience will be strongly considered

Responsibilities

Assists in delivery of primary healthcare
Patient care management
Clerical duties as required
Provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public