Medical Assistant Green Mountain Family Practice

Intermountain Health•Baltimore, MD

8d•$21 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides care to patients with acute and chronic needs in an ambulatory clinic setting. Under the direction of a clinician, the Medical Assistant supports the provider by gathering information relevant to the patient's visit and condition. The role also involves clear communication with patients through telephone and in-person interactions, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support patient care. Attention to detail and follow-through are important to ensuring patients receive needed care.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program, one year of Medical Assistant experience, or a current RN/LPN license.
Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers, obtained before the start date.
Basic computer skills involving word processing and data entry.
Professional manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver a high level of customer/patient satisfaction.
Ability to see and read information and labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies.
Manual dexterity to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy, including frequent computer use and typing for documentation, information access, and medication preparation.
Ability to lift and use a full range of movement to transfer patients, and to bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment, including heavy items.
Ability to walk and assist with transporting or ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing and pulling gurneys and portable equipment.
Ability to navigate crowded and busy rooms with equipment and power cords.
Ability to stand in a stationary position for an extended period.
Ability to verbally communicate and to hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
Computer literacy using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and other relevant software.
Current national MA certification or registration: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) of AMT, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) of the AAMA.

Responsibilities

Assist the provider, under the direction of the clinician, by gathering information relevant to the patient's visit and condition.
Communicate clearly with patients seeking care through telephone and in-person interactions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on patient care.
Protect patient, member, and caregiver privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information (PHI).