MA Ortho Clinic - FT

Bay Area Hospital•Fort Bridger, WY

1d•$22 - $33

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is a member of the Orthopedic Clinic patient care team, performing clinical tasks and procedures to support care delivery and providing administrative support to the clinic. The role supports Bay Area Hospital Ambulatory Services staff, including physicians, and is expected to uphold the organization’s mission, vision, values, behavioral standards, Code of Conduct, and Compliance Program; comply with applicable laws and regulations; communicate effectively; and work effectively with people from varied backgrounds. This is a full-time position with 80 hours per pay period and a varied 8-80 shift. The listed pay range is $21.91–$32.52 USD; the maximum represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in the job. The position is affiliated with UFCW.

Requirements

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Certified Medical Assistant certification is required, or must be obtained within 16 months of hire.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Ability to use a personal computer and software programs applicable to the position.
Ability to operate applicable office equipment.
Ability to deal effectively with other departments and the public.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and think and act independently with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance at the assigned job location.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

College-level education in secretarial sciences.
Completion of basic medical terminology.
Prior clinic experience.
One year of recent medical assistant experience.

Responsibilities

Support Bay Area Hospital Ambulatory Services staff, including physicians.
Prepare patients for health care visits by directing or accompanying them to examination rooms, providing gowns and drapes, and assisting with positioning.
Interview patients to verify information; review or record medical history and current medications; take weight and vital signs; and confirm the purpose of the visit or treatment.
Assist health care providers during examinations and support patient care delivery.
Perform ordered EKGs, prepare them for physician interpretation, and help maintain EKG equipment and supplies.
Organize patient scheduling; prepare charts; and retrieve and file medical records, x-rays, and other medical images.
Maintain files and keep filing current.
Collect blood specimens from patients of all ages, use appropriate tubes and handling for testing, and label specimens accurately.
Answer a multi-line telephone system, take telephone referrals, and schedule patient appointments.
Provide efficient and professional secretarial and receptionist services.
Prepare daily professional and technical patient billing and enter charges into computer systems as needed.
Compile daily, weekly, and monthly statistics.
Type memorandums, committee minutes, manuals, letters, forms, procedures, and other materials as requested.
Contact insurance providers to obtain referral numbers, pre-authorizations, and pre-certifications.
Use Hospital and Ambulatory Services computer systems to register patients, obtain admission and billing information, order laboratory work, and distribute reports.
Assist the director with developing, preparing, and documenting State, Federal, and Joint Commission requirements.
Order office supplies as necessary.
Keep assigned areas adequately stocked, clean, and organized.
Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventative maintenance, and requesting repairs when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.