Medical Assistant - ASC

Surgery Partners, Inc•Las Vegas, NV

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Medical Assistant at an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). The Medical Assistant is expected to demonstrate a positive attitude, be self-motivated, organized, and resourceful. They should be team-oriented and willing to assist where needed. The position requires adherence to specific attire and safety protocols, including surgical attire and proper radiation protection if applicable. Key responsibilities include following aseptic techniques, assisting with room turnover, handling and maintaining equipment and instruments, transporting patients safely, and communicating with patients prior to surgery. The role also involves administrative tasks such as calling patients, managing schedules, problem-solving, and adhering to company policies. Maintaining accurate records of sterilization and demonstrating a positive, courteous manner are also essential. The Medical Assistant must understand and adhere to safety, infection control, privacy, confidentiality, and security policies.

Requirements

Minimum 1+ year experience as a patient service representative.
BCLS certification required
ICD-10, CPT knowledge and medical terminology.
Proven experience with developing positive relationships with medical providers, senior staff, colleagues, and customers.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a positive attitude, self-motivation, organization, and resourcefulness while maintaining a reputation through proven action of being team oriented and willing to assist where/when needed.
Surgical attire required with the following; linen scrubs, bouffant, appropriate work shoes, shoe covers, and mask.
Proper radiation protection (if applicable) with the following; lead vest, thyroid collar, lead glasses, and radiation badge.
Follows aseptic technique in operating sterile supplies and setting up for procedure.
Assists in the turn over room between cases which include cleaning in between.
Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safety.
Performs required maintenance of instruments, supplies and equipment by adhering to manufacturer instructions.
Weekly and monthly Autoclave maintenance following manufacturer instructions to assure sterile processes and proper instrument preparation and decontamination.
Transports patients safely between all patient care areas, using appropriate body mechanics.
Calls patients two days prior to surgery to inform them of arrival time and review pre-operative instructions.
Completes all assigned duties in an expedite manner subject to department requirements.
Communicates delays or changes in the schedule to the appropriate person(s).
Ability to solve problems by applying basic knowledge and performing independent research as applicable.
Informs supervisor or manager of issues or concerns and assists in determining a solution.
Practices and adheres to all company policies and regulations.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Participates in projects and completes other tasks as assigned by management.
Cleaning and sterilizing medical instruments.
Keeping accurate records of sterilization.
Demonstrates a positive, friendly and courteous manner towards employees, providers, patients and leadership at all times.
Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to safety and infection control policies and procedures.
Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information.