Medical Assistant

InnovaCare Health•DeBary, FL

About The Position

InnovaCare Management Services Company, LLC Essential Job Functions Coordinates the clinic work activities and schedules, at one or multiple locations. May be required to travel to more than one facility. Administers clinic and InnovaCare Health policies and procedures in a consistent and timely manner. Operates diagnostic equipment (cannot interpret tests), remove staples from superficial wounds, changes wound dressing and obtains cultures, administers non intravenous medication performs simple specimen collection via noninvasive techniques and collects blood specimens via venipuncture or via capillary, performs EKGs. Perform X-rays, where applicable Assist with scribing, where applicable Assist Case Manager with procedures Performs quality control checks on equipment. Prepares and sterilizes medical equipment using the autoclave. Fosters accountability for clinical practice and patient goals. Records patient care documentation in the medical record accurately and in a timely manner. Identifies when others’ documentation is incorrect and alerts clinic leadership. Coordinates patient care as directed by provider, and policies/procedures. Respects patient confidentiality always. Ensures others are also respecting patient confidentiality. Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks, and cleans rooms and sterilizes instruments. Anticipates provider’s needs prior to patient encounter. Assists when new supplies are needed. Enforces medication policy. Creates and maintains an environment that supports infection prevention Telephone and in-person screening limited to intake and gathering of information without requiring the exercise of judgment based on clinical knowledge Ensures that supplies are available, stock is inventoried, log data is accurate, and supplies are rotated. Supports and follows Standard Delegation of Orders Supports emergency management protocols & procedures. Performs all other related duties as assigned The foundation for InnovaCare was laid in 1998 when President and CEO Richard Shinto, M.D., founded North American Medical Management (NAMM) in California. Since then, InnovaCare Health has continuously evolved and innovated to remain at the forefront of healthcare and deliver cutting-edge solutions to our physicians and team members, patients, and their families. Across InnovaCare, we are united by a shared mission, vision, and values. Our growing company strives to make every member of our diverse team feel fulfilled and valued through their work. Our mission is to transform the lives of the people we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, innovative solutions, and trusted partnerships as we vision a new definition of the standard of excellence in healthcare. Today, InnovaCare operates more than 30 clinics and is recognized as a leader in transforming care delivery. Our approach combines physician-led care models with cutting-edge technology and a focus on personalized, coordinated care to empower providers to succeed in some of healthcare's most challenging environments.

Requirements

Medical Assistant Certificate issued by an accredited institution approved by the State licensed to work, or one year experience working in a health care setting that includes direct patient contact or a combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong venipuncture knowledge and techniques.
Data entry abilities and strong computer skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong customer experience/service focus.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Teamwork orientation.
Organized and ability to manage competing priorities.
Expert in computer literacy in electronic health record.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations required.
Basic mathematical skills.
Safe work practices in a clinic setting.
Able to follow through with delegated tasks.

Nice To Haves

High School graduate or GED equivalent.
Certified in AED and CPR.
At least 5 years as a certified medical assistant.
Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the clinic work activities and schedules, at one or multiple locations.
May be required to travel to more than one facility.
Administers clinic and InnovaCare Health policies and procedures in a consistent and timely manner.
Operates diagnostic equipment (cannot interpret tests), remove staples from superficial wounds, changes wound dressing and obtains cultures, administers non intravenous medication performs simple specimen collection via noninvasive techniques and collects blood specimens via venipuncture or via capillary, performs EKGs.
Perform X-rays, where applicable
Assist with scribing, where applicable
Assist Case Manager with procedures
Performs quality control checks on equipment.
Prepares and sterilizes medical equipment using the autoclave.
Fosters accountability for clinical practice and patient goals.
Records patient care documentation in the medical record accurately and in a timely manner.
Identifies when others’ documentation is incorrect and alerts clinic leadership.
Coordinates patient care as directed by provider, and policies/procedures.
Respects patient confidentiality always.
Ensures others are also respecting patient confidentiality.
Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks, and cleans rooms and sterilizes instruments.
Anticipates provider’s needs prior to patient encounter.
Assists when new supplies are needed.
Enforces medication policy.
Creates and maintains an environment that supports infection prevention
Telephone and in-person screening limited to intake and gathering of information without requiring the exercise of judgment based on clinical knowledge
Ensures that supplies are available, stock is inventoried, log data is accurate, and supplies are rotated.
Supports and follows Standard Delegation of Orders
Supports emergency management protocols & procedures.
Performs all other related duties as assigned