Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant - Per Diem- MA - Surgery

Geisinger • Danville, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Supports patients and providers within the outpatient setting by performing basic direct patient care activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
• Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months - Default Issuing Body
• Communication
• Customer Service
• Multitasking
• Teamwork

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited 1-year certificate or 2-year diploma Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assist (RMA) required.
• Certified by one of the listed governing associations required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA
• Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care duties such as taking vital signs, weights, assisting patient with ambulation, dressing and undressing for examination, as directed by the provider and clinical supervisor.
• Assists provider in setting up for minor procedures, gathering supplies and equipment, applying aseptic dressings, opening supplies, etc.
• Obtains and accurately documents patient information using the rooming tool within the electronic medical record. Completes medication review.
• Accompanies providers and care team members during patient examinations and assists as directed.
• Provides support and assistance to patients as needed.
• Reinforces patient instructions to enhance patient understanding and adherence to treatment, and plan of care.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens, and completes associated paperwork, forms, and documentation to expedite laboratory studies with accuracy and efficiency.
• Reports patient concerns and questions to appropriate care team member and follows through as directed.
• Reports all patient safety incidents or issues, patient and family complaints, serious events, environmental hazards immediately to supervisor.
• Provides onsite service recovery as applicable or as delegated by supervisor. Completes Midas reports as per policy.
• May have access to non-controlled medication storage and supply areas and can transport non-controlled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic and unit.
• Inventories and orders supplies based on appropriate or established inventory levels. Checks for expired items and removes expired supplies from inventory.
• Assists in maintaining clean and organized work environment. Cleans equipment and routinely inspects condition and operation of equipment as appropriate to scope of role.
• Cleans and prepares exam rooms between patients. Assures adequate stock of supplies and equipment in rooms. Performs high level disinfection or sterilization per policy and procedure.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.
• The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees