Medical Assistant, Lawrence GI Consultants

Lawrence Memorial Hospital•Lawrence, KS

About The Position

A Medical Assistant at Lawrence GI Consultants performs administrative and/or clinical tasks in support of physicians and other healthcare professionals. The role assists with primary health care delivery and patient care management while maintaining strict patient confidentiality. The schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following qualifications: current or previous Kansas Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA); enrollment in or completion of a Medical Assistant program; active Kansas Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); nursing student who has successfully completed the first semester of nursing skills in an accredited nursing program; completed or currently enrolled in an accredited university pre-med, pre-optometry, pre-PA, or pre-dentistry program; or completion of an accredited surgical technologist program.
For the specified nursing student, university pre-professional program, and surgical technologist pathways, successfully complete the department skills checklist within 90 days of hire.
BLS certification upon hire.
Ability to organize and prioritize assigned work duties.
Desire and ability to interact with patients professionally and empathetically.

Nice To Haves

Certified or registered as a Medical Assistant.
Six months of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Update and file patient medical records and complete insurance forms as needed.
Take medical histories and record vital signs.
Document medical information using the appropriate electronic applications and forms.
Explain treatment procedures and prepare patients for examinations while protecting their privacy.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, dispose of contaminated supplies, and sterilize medical instruments.
Assist with wound care and cast care as needed.
Handle correspondence, schedule appointments, and arrange hospital and laboratory services.
Provide simple patient education about procedures, laboratory tests, medications, and related topics.
Maintain the smooth flow of patients through the clinic.
Assist with callbacks to support prompt, prioritized patient care, including communications with patients, pharmacies, and insurance companies.
Authorize drug refills as directed and telephone prescriptions to pharmacies if certified or registered as a medical assistant.
Ensure treatment rooms are properly equipped and keep waiting and examination rooms neat and clean.
Organize and prioritize assigned duties and interact with patients professionally and empathetically.
Comply with laws and regulations governing the maintenance of patient information.
Support patient safety by communicating patient safety and care issues through appropriate channels.
Assess and correct safety issues in patient rooms and surrounding areas.
Participate in intra- and inter-departmental committee activities.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.