Medical Assistant- Emergency Relief- Mt Airy

Frederick Health•Mount Airy, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Frederick Health is seeking an Emergency Relief Medical Assistant for its Mt. Airy location. The Medical Assistant performs clinical duties and some administrative functions under the direction of medical group providers, including preparing patients for examinations, taking and recording vital signs and patient histories, and assisting with medical procedures. The role supports the mission of Frederick Health and complies with its Standards of Behavior. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday as needed, with the possibility of one evening per week. The Medical Assistant provides care to patients across all age groups, from neonates through geriatric patients, and must understand age-related growth and development and provide care appropriate to each patient’s needs. This position has bloodborne pathogen exposure risk and involves medium physical work, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling within the stated limits, as well as moderate walking and standing. The role reports to the Practice Manager. The hourly pay range is $20.00–$27.77, based on experience, skills, and education. Benefits eligibility and offerings vary by program; health, dental, and vision insurance are available to employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week, beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment.

Requirements

One to two years of experience in a medical practice or clinical setting.
CPR certification.
Computer skills, preferably including EMR and Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of the organization’s EMR is preferred.
Ability to work independently and in a team-based environment.
Demonstrated current knowledge and skills for providing appropriate care to neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
Knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and ability to assess patient data, identify age-specific needs, and provide care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Certified or licensed Medical Assistant; CNA, EMT, or LPN credentials are also identified as preferred.
Associate degree or higher in a healthcare field preferred.
Knowledge of Frederick Health’s EMR preferred.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to examination rooms in a timely manner to maintain patient flow.
Interview patients, obtain medical information, and record histories, medications, and allergies in the medical record.
Obtain and record vital signs in the EHR and notify providers of concerns.
Record medications and laboratory results in the EHR and update information at each visit.
Educate patients and families about treatment procedures, medications, and physician instructions.
Assist physicians with examinations and routine and complex medical procedures; prepare for procedures according to physician preference and establish and maintain a sterile field.
Perform minor medical procedures, including dressing changes, phlebotomy, injections, and removal of staples, sutures, and drains when requested by a physician.
Collect laboratory specimens and prepare them for testing.
Document accurately and clearly in the EHR.
Process prescription refills as instructed, communicate prescription information to pharmacies, record prescription information in the EHR, and use eRX.
Direct calls, take messages, respond using knowledge of medical policies and procedures, ensure prompt follow-up, and document urgent concerns and their resolution in the EHR.
Review test results for abnormalities, promptly notify providers when indicated, and accurately file results in the EHR.
Prepare, clean, and stock treatment rooms and examination and procedure rooms; dispose of contaminated instruments and materials properly.
Ensure supplies are current and equipment is in proper working order; clean and sterilize equipment.
Assist with orientation of new staff to the practice, policies, and procedures.
Support quality and service measures, translate population health and quality program requirements into operational workflows, and participate in efforts to meet performance goals.
Provide systematic, continuous, patient-centered care and assist with patient experience concerns and customer service initiatives.
Comply with quality control and infection control standards and participate in department performance improvement activities.
Support leadership with day-to-day operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance for eligible employees, beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
Dental insurance for eligible employees, beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
Vision insurance for eligible employees, beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
Employer-paid life insurance for eligible employees.
Employer-paid short-term income replacement for eligible employees.
Employer-paid long-term disability for eligible employees.
Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match for eligible employees.
Free financial planning sessions for all employees.
Educational assistance program.
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.