Medical Assistant - Peds Otolaryngology - FT - Days - $2,500 Sign on Bonus - MPG - Miramar

Memorial Healthcare

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area or office.

Requirements

• Accredited Program (Required)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)
• BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)
• Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Can be graduate of an accredited EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) or MA (Medical Assistant) Diploma program, possess Medical Assistant Registration or Medical Assistant Certification; or have six (6) months of patient care experience.
• Six (6) months of patient care experience in lieu of graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant or EMT program.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient charts to ensure imaging is available and all pertinent information is obtained to maximize appointment.
• Follows-up on reported issues and assists with service recovery.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning/disinfection per protocol, and troubleshooting.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Manages and facilitates all in-basket messages and patient phone calls.
• Rounds with patients in practice to ensure Excellent Patient Experience is met.
• Under the supervision of physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs, height and weight, takes brief history on current illness or injury, current medications, allergies, required screenings, and other pertinent information as appropriate.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection, including phlebotomy, splint application, and procedural tray/room set-up.
• Activates My Chart Accounts.
• Ensures Telehealth connectivity for scheduled appointments and trouble shoots as needed.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including scanning, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Reviews and documents Social Determinants.
• Provides education and resources as needed.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care provided.
• Provides discharge instructions and follows-up with patient as needed.
• Recognizes and seeks help in emergent situations.

Benefits

• $2,500 Sign on Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree