Medical Assistant III/ Endoscopy Tech - Hugh Chatham Health Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology•Elkin, NC

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Hugh Chatham Health Gastroenterology 201 W. Main Street Elkin, NC 28621 Monday - Thursday 8 am - 5 pm Friday 8 am - 1 pm Full Time Position ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time. Assist in the delivery of acute health care and patient care management within a fast paced environment. This individual will act as both a Medical Assistant and an Endoscopy Tech for Hugh Chatham Health Gastro. Endoscopy Tech will sterilize and prepare rooms and equipment, such as scopes, before and after procedures as directed. Supports and assists physicians and registered nurses with procedures as directed. Verifies proper equipment functioning and performs safety checks. Maintains and/or repairs endoscopic equipment. People Builds a strong, positive relationship with every customer served, both internal and external Works effectively with others to deliver the highest quality care and service on a continuous basis Follows HCMH standards of performance at all times Quality Demonstrates skills and knowledge to effectively complete assigned tasks and completes all required education programs Delivers safe, accurate and timely patient care that conforms to HCMH standards and departmental goals and main job functions as outlined below Maintains patient files, records and other information in preferred order Maintains strictest patient confidentiality. Service Works diligently to meet every customer’s needs. Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests. Takes patient histories and vital signs. Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Gives injections and applies splints and dressings as directed by the physician. Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization. Assists physicians in preparing for examination, procedures, minor surgeries and physicals. Assists with scheduling of referrals, other tests and treatments. Screens telephone calls for referral to nurse or physician. May call in medication orders to pharmacy upon approval of physician. Maintains clinical and nursing station supplies and equipment. Completes audits, environment of care rounding, and reports any abnormal findings immediately. Performs laboratory testing as needed when trained and determined to be competent Finance Accomplishes tasks with the minimum expenditure of time, materials and money with service as the guiding principle Works productively while on the clock and offers to help others when work is completed Growth Demonstrates the ability to positively and productively respond to change. Participates in continuous improvement, offering and or implementing methods to improve care and service. Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Participates in professional development activities and in-service education opportunities as available. Performs related work as required. Performs laboratory testing trained, determined to be competent, and supervised by MLT.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent AND Completion of one of the following programs and proof of passing certification/licensure:
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Registered Medical Assistant
Emergency Medical Technician or Eligible to sit for the certification exam
Certified Endoscopy Tech
BLS certification
Demonstrates a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with ill people; uses tact, sensitivity, sound judgement, and a professional attitude when relating with patients, families, and co-workers at all times.
Actively functions as a patient advocate.
Must have thorough knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving 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 and medications 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, co-workers and the public.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Must develop knowledge of current hospital emergency policies and procedures, fire, safety, disaster, and infection control policies.

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience in health care preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the delivery of acute health care and patient care management within a fast paced environment.
Act as both a Medical Assistant and an Endoscopy Tech for Hugh Chatham Health Gastro.
Sterilize and prepare rooms and equipment, such as scopes, before and after procedures as directed.
Supports and assists physicians and registered nurses with procedures as directed.
Verifies proper equipment functioning and performs safety checks.
Maintains and/or repairs endoscopic equipment.
Builds a strong, positive relationship with every customer served, both internal and external
Works effectively with others to deliver the highest quality care and service on a continuous basis
Follows HCMH standards of performance at all times
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to effectively complete assigned tasks and completes all required education programs
Delivers safe, accurate and timely patient care that conforms to HCMH standards and departmental goals and main job functions as outlined below
Maintains patient files, records and other information in preferred order
Maintains strictest patient confidentiality.
Works diligently to meet every customer’s needs.
Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination.
Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
Takes patient histories and vital signs.
Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
Gives injections and applies splints and dressings as directed by the physician.
Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
Assists physicians in preparing for examination, procedures, minor surgeries and physicals.
Assists with scheduling of referrals, other tests and treatments.
Screens telephone calls for referral to nurse or physician.
May call in medication orders to pharmacy upon approval of physician.
Maintains clinical and nursing station supplies and equipment.
Completes audits, environment of care rounding, and reports any abnormal findings immediately.
Performs laboratory testing as needed when trained and determined to be competent
Accomplishes tasks with the minimum expenditure of time, materials and money with service as the guiding principle
Works productively while on the clock and offers to help others when work is completed
Demonstrates the ability to positively and productively respond to change.
Participates in continuous improvement, offering and or implementing methods to improve care and service.
Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
Participates in professional development activities and in-service education opportunities as available.
Performs related work as required.
Performs laboratory testing trained, determined to be competent, and supervised by MLT.
Observe all patient privacy and confidentiality rules.
Document patient information accurately.
Observe universal precautions.
Maintain secure workstation to ensure protection of patient information.
Report any compliance violations.