Medical Assistant II - Otolaryngology

Washington University in St. Louis

1d•Onsite

About The Position

WashU Department of Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat) ambulatory clinics are looking for a Medical Assistant, Level II. This position offers a four-day ten-hour schedule option and a bonus incentive program. The role emphasizes excellent patient care from the moment a patient arrives, welcoming and caring for patients with various challenges in a multidisciplinary setting. Medical assistants collaborate with providers and other clinical staff to create a patient-centric experience. This patient-facing position offers opportunities for growth and learning with a promotional pathway. The Medical Assistant prepares and maintains exam rooms, prepares charts, obtains reports and records, assists with patient flow, and ensures the overall smooth running of the clinical office.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
Licensed Practical Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Licensed Practical Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Registered or Certified Medical Assistant with six months of related work experience (examples of related fields include military medic, emergency medical technicians, Nurse’s Aide, physical therapy and nurse technicians, and certified athletic trainers).
Medical Assistant credentials must be obtained from in-person proctored exams from the following certifying bodies: NHA, AAMA or AMT.
In-person proctored credentials from other certifying bodies may be accepted upon approval from Human Resources.
Substitutions include: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (such as RN/LPN), or comparable allied health training program with a minimum of one year of relevant experience.
Ability to show proof of a Medical Assistant certification/registration with successful completion of certification exam (online proctored exams are not sufficient to meet the credential requirement) within six months of hire date (or within a shorter time frame if noted by hiring manager).
Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements).

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.
B.S.N. - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
P.N - Diploma in Practical Nursing
Medical Assistant (2 Years) work experience
Anatomy
Clinical Care
Communication
Cross-Functional Teamwork
Electrocardiography (EKG)
Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Epic EHR
HIPAA Compliance
Interpersonal Communication
Interpersonal Relationships
Medical Terminology
OSHA Compliance
Patient Care
Patient Medications
Phlebotomy
Physiology
Vital Signs

Responsibilities

Interacts directly with patients in clinic setting and completes clinical tasks, which may include obtaining vital signs, conducting EKGs, completing a phlebotomy and verifying medications.
Prepares for office hours by doing tasks, such as obtaining charts, scheduling tests and preparing exam rooms.
Assists with examinations, procedures and lab tests.
May assist with renewal and authorization of non-narcotic medications per standing orders and department guidelines.
May administer medications under the order of physicians or nurse practitioner (this includes vaccines and intramuscular and subcutaneous injections).
Directs patient flow, assists with special procedures/treatments and completes requisitions.
Routes phone messages, patient questions and telephone communications to appropriate personnel.
Assists with care coordination by doing tasks outlined under the department guidelines, such as calling patients with test results; scheduling appointments; assisting with return calls; scheduling surgeries, diagnostic procedures and admissions; and monitoring new and return patient contacts, including scheduling of appointments and follow-up appointments.
Completes necessary paperwork and documentation in a timely manner.
Answers basic questions from patient/family regarding treatments, diagnosis and procedures.
May complete requisitions/orders per WashU guidelines.
Monitors supply inventory, ensuring adequate supplies, equipment or garments are available and that they comply with regulations.
Cleans and stocks exam rooms and sterilizes instruments.
Maintains required HIPAA compliance, maintains skills/competencies and participates in in-services, staff programs, continuing education and cross-training programs according to established standards and Washington University policies.
Complies with OSHA, state and federal regulatory sources/standards.
Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure appropriate clinical outcomes.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
Sick time
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges
Annual health screenings
Mental health resources
Mindfulness programs and courses
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Financial resources
Access to dietitians
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
Family care resources for your continued childcare needs.
Adult care resources.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.