CRMG Medical Assistant - Family First

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center • Cheyenne, WY

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About The Position

Medical Assistants demonstrate advanced critical thinking skills in the clinic setting. This position is responsible for collecting patient information and completing the clerical and environmental tasks necessary to assist with provider-directed patient care. The role may require travel to offsite offices to support Outreach Clinics based on clinic needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or an equivalent certificate from an accredited program, or a higher degree.
• Complete Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within 14 calendar days of the start date.
• Obtain current Medical Assistant (MA) certification or registration within 60 days of the start date.
• For Cheyenne Cardiology, Nephrology Clinic, Podiatry, and Vascular and CT Clinic only: valid U.S. driver's license and a clean driving record that follows Cheyenne Regional Medical Center's driving guidelines.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate independent work initiative and sound judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of the healthcare field and medical office protocols and procedures.
• Knowledge of assisting tasks related to the particular medical practice.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

• Wyoming Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license and/or experience.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, verify, and update patient information and health history, and chart information in the medical record as reported by the patient.
• Assist patients with ambulation, transfers, assistive-device instruction, body mechanics instruction, and activities of daily living.
• Obtain patient vital signs; administer basic wound care, first aid, and therapeutic modalities.
• Perform phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and specimen handling, including urine, throat, vaginal, stool, and sputum specimens.
• Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intradermal injections, and medications other than narcotics.
• Perform electrocardiography, including electrode placement and obtaining EKG results.
• Assist with minor surgeries, including surgical tray setup, pre- and post-surgical care, and suture removal.
• Set up instruments and equipment according to department protocols; use aseptic and sterile techniques; perform basic decontamination and instrument wrapping; and clean exam rooms, procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to meet infection-control requirements.
• Order, sort, and store supplies and restock exam and procedure rooms.
• Send and receive patient medical records and obtain patient lab and X-ray reports, hospital or clinic notes, and referral information.
• Complete forms and requisitions, schedule appointments, and verify insurance coverage and pre-authorizations to maintain current and complete patient charts.
• Take an active, supportive role in clinic process-improvement initiatives.
• Travel to offsite offices for Outreach Clinic support when clinic needs require it.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement options with a 4% employer match.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employer-sponsored wellness program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 21 PTO days per year, increasing with tenure.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Dedicated loan forgiveness advisory service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED