Medical Assistant II Pain Management Part Time Mon, Tues, Thurs.

HUTCHINSON CLINIC P A INC•Hutchinson, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant II supports Pain Management by performing both administrative and clinical tasks. The role includes maintaining patient records, preparing patients and examination rooms, and assisting physicians and other providers with examinations and treatment. The position is part time and is scheduled Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Hutchinson Clinic in Hutchinson, Kansas. The Medical Assistant records patient histories and vital information in the electronic medical record, interviews patients, prepares them for appointments, and maintains clean examination rooms. Additional duties may include medication preparation and administration as directed by a provider, specimen collection, routine diagnostic testing, wound dressing changes, patient education, prescription and refill coordination, appointment scheduling, supply management, and general office work. The employee is expected to protect patient privacy, follow clinic policies and safety protocols, maintain required competency, and support compliance and accreditation efforts.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Current BLS certification, or completion within six months of employment.
Ability to deal with the public efficiently, courteously, politely, and effectively.
Basic computer skills for entering and retrieving data, including use of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
Professional conduct.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.

Nice To Haves

One year of work experience as a Medical Assistant or in a closely related position.
CNA or CMA certification, or completion of a Medical Assistant program.
Experience with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

Record patients’ medical histories, vital statistics, test results, and other information in the electronic medical record.
Prepare treatment rooms for examinations and keep them neat and clean.
Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
Escort 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, including answering telephones.
Build trust with patients and relatives through active listening, professionalism, and respect for courtesy, dignity, and privacy.
Implement the organization’s mission, policies, protocols, and procedures.
Attend training and maintain competency required to perform assigned duties.
Support compliance and accreditation efforts as assigned, including OSHA and HIPAA.
Use time and resources effectively.
Inventory and order medical, laboratory, or office supplies and equipment.
Schedule patient appointments.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by a provider.
Collect and log specimens and prepare them for testing.
Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physician instructions to patients.
Complete insurance forms.
Assist physicians with examinations and treatment, including handing instruments or materials, giving injections, and removing sutures.
Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.
Administer routine diagnostic tests.
Change wound dressings.
Perform other duties as assigned.