Medical Assistant - Peds

Grace Health•Corbin, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepare patients prior to physician examinations and assist in exams and procedures. This role involves greeting patients, taking vital signs, documenting medical history, preparing patients for exams and procedures, and ensuring all necessary pre-clinic data is available. The Medical Assistant will also perform phlebotomy, in-office laboratory tests, and diagnostic testing such as EKG and PFT. They will administer immunizations and injectable medications, manage medical supplies, and maintain a clean and stocked work environment. Additionally, this position requires assisting with phone triage, scheduling appointments, and covering clerical duties when needed. The role emphasizes a team-based approach to patient care, requiring excellent communication and coordination with clinical and non-clinical staff, as well as external organizations. Continuous Quality Improvement and participation in the practice's advocacy program are also key aspects of this role.

Requirements

Must be detail-oriented and highly organized
Strong communication skills must speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarifications; responds well to questions.
Must be knowledgeable on medications, disease processes, diets, etc. to effectively educate patients; and properly answer patient’s questions
Pleasant personality
Cooperative attitude
Completed a recognized medical assistant program
Strong written and oral communication skills
Computer skills
Must have a high-school diploma and either significant on-the-job experience or certification as a medical assistant.

Nice To Haves

Significant on-the-job experience or certification as a medical assistant.

Responsibilities

Greet patient in waiting room and escort them to the exam room
Prepare patients for examination; take vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respirations, height, weight, and pulse oximetry)
Document chief complaint, past medical surgical, social, and family histories and updates as needed in the patient’s electronic medical record.
Properly prepare the patient for the exam and assist the physician as needed with exams, ultrasounds, and procedures
Make certain that all pertinent pre-clinic laboratory or other pertinent data is in chart at time of visit (ex: hospital follow ups, Kaspers, etc.)
Review and update immunization records
Assist with minor surgery, suturing, casting, social service exams, gynecologic exams, toenail removal, and cryosurgery
Perform phlebotomy, urinalysis, and other in office laboratories
Prepare slides for urinalysis, KOH, and wet prep microscopic exam
Practice Universal Precautions at all times utilizing available safety equipment (gloves, masks, face shields, goggles, gowns, etc.)
Maintain well-cleaned/sanitized and stocked rooms and laboratory area
Manage inventory of medical supplies and equip exam rooms with appropriate supplies
Clean and sanitize instruments regularly
Perform in-office diagnostic testing such as EKG, Diabetic Retinopathy and PFT along with CLIA waived testing
Operate lab computer to assist in entering laboratory tests and retrieving results
Administer injectable medications, using proper intramuscular, Subcutaneous, intradermal technique, proper needle size, and correct injection sites.
Prepare and administer immunizations, allergy, or other injections
Assist with phone triage and scheduling patient appointments as needed
Perform closing office procedures (turn off equipment, clean exam rooms, clean instruments, restock exam rooms etc.)
Inform appropriate personnel on when supply inventory for exam rooms and/or lab are low
Maintain current license, and certification if applicable
Assist with lifting patients as needed, always using proper body mechanics and lifting techniques
Cover clerical positions with filing and telephone operations when employees are on break, lunch, and away for other absences when necessary
Obtain patient insurance pre-authorization for all medications, referrals and procedures
Perform all other duties as assigned
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations
Update job knowledge regularly by participating in educational opportunities and /or reading professional publications.
Educate patients on medications, disease processes, diets, etc.
Embrace a team-based approach to patient care
Demonstrate excellent team communication and coordination
Communicate professionally with community organizations, health plans, facilities, and specialists
Address the needs of patients and families served by this practice
Demonstrate skill and knowledge related to effective communication with vulnerable patient populations
Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement activities
Participate in the review and evaluation processes of practice performance
Participate in Grace Health's advocacy program.
Follow policies and procedures of the office, including administrative, clinical, quality assurance, and personnel
Maintain good attendance (daily, meetings, and other assignment tasks)
Maintain timely documentation of all work assignments
Maintain patient confidentiality
Keep supervisor informed about attendance and job assignments
Work effectively and at an efficient timely pace
Work cooperatively with providers, administration, and peers