Medical Assistant- Women's Specialists Clinic (FT- 0.9 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health•Bozeman, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant at the Women's Specialists Clinic is responsible for patient care in a clinic environment. This role involves displaying responsible behaviors, effective communication, and functioning as a member of the healthcare team. The Medical Assistant works under the direct supervision of a nurse or provider for clinical tasks and reports to the nurse manager for administrative supervision. Competency in patient care skills and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program or equivalent combination of education and experience in a Medical Assistant role may be considered.
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in an outpatient clinic.

Responsibilities

Collects patient information.
Monitors patient status, recognizing and reporting abnormal findings or changes in condition.
Confirms and clarifies written orders prior to implementation of delegated tasks.
Performs delegated procedures common to the specialty area in a safe, effective manner according to Policy and Procedures under clinical supervision.
Assists practitioner in identified patient procedures, treatments, and examinations.
Appropriately obtains and manages specimens.
Provides appropriate patient instruction using health information materials and community resource lists as directed by the provider.
Assists patients to exam room and prepares them for examination.
Identifies patients with special needs.
Orders, stocks, and maintains exam rooms and clinic areas.
Performs related and delegated tasks, including requests for prescription refills, taking and relaying messages, and directing patient flow.