Medical Assistant: 72 hrs/pp - Bronson Orthopedic Specialists - Battle Creek

Bronson Healthcare•Battle Creek, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Working under a provider’s direction, the Medical Assistant provides general nursing functions for the practice. The role includes recording vital signs and immunizations, conducting initial patient assessments, obtaining concise patient histories, and providing clinical information and support to providers. The Medical Assistant processes and posts information to patient charts, educates patients and families about medications, treatments, care, and referrals, and demonstrates competencies specific to the population served when providing direct patient care. The position is full-time, with 36 scheduled weekly hours, at Bronson Orthopedic Specialists in Battle Creek. The posting lists a sign-on bonus of up to $1,500 and a retention bonus of $1,500 for external candidates only.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must meet one of the following: successful completion of an accredited medical assistant program; CMA, CCMA, or RMA certification; or eligibility to take the CMA/RMA examination, with certification obtained within six months of hire. A vocational coordinator determines eligibility.
BLS certification within 90 days of hire or transfer.
Knowledge of clinical skills required for medical assistant certification or registration.
Effective problem-solving and prioritization skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle information confidentially.
Clear and effective communication with patients, doctors, and other staff.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and as an integral member of a healthcare team.
Personal computer skills; ability to input and retrieve data from the organization’s computerized systems.
Ability to maintain positive customer service and establish effective working relationships with physicians, office staff, and employees.
Ability to perform work requiring sustained alertness and concentration, including interactive, repetitive, or detailed tasks and computer or CRT use for 40 to 70 percent of the time.
Ability to stand or walk considerably, regularly lift objects weighing 20 pounds or less, assist with heavier tasks such as lifting and moving patients, and perform some fatiguing positions and physical motions.

Nice To Haves

EMR experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations, including assessments, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and routine hearing, vision, or other tests.
Document pertinent information accurately in patient charts and maintain documentation standards.
Review charts before appointments to ensure requested information and documents are in place.
Administer treatments as requested by the physician.
Obtain specimens for urine testing, phlebotomy, and other purposes.
Perform laboratory tests as directed by the physician.
Set up and assist physicians with procedures, such as laceration repair and Pap/pelvic examinations.
Schedule outside tests or procedures, including x-rays and MRIs, and provide patients with appropriate preparation instructions.
Coordinate admissions and referrals and call in prescriptions.
Stock examination rooms and conduct daily supply inventory, reporting items that need to be ordered.
Assist with scheduling appointments in the EMR system as required.
Screen calls and determine urgency, whether an appointment is necessary, or whether phone advice is sufficient.
Assist with completing patient forms, including workers’ compensation and disability forms.
Attend staff, educational, or other meetings as required.
Perform other related duties assigned by nurses, the practice manager, or a physician.