Medical Assistant / West Maple

Children's Hospital & Medical Center • Omaha, NE

2d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists physicians in caring for patients and families according to organizational protocols, policies, and procedures. Under the direction of an RN or LPN, the role supports patient assessment and care, performs treatments and diagnostic procedures, administers medications and immunizations under a licensed practitioner’s direction, and completes accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record. The Medical Assistant also coordinates diagnostic testing, supports patient education, responds to emergencies, and performs clerical duties as directed by the office manager. The position is based at West Maple and is scheduled 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., plus rotating Saturdays from 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program or current and valid national certification as a Medical Assistant (NCMA).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• If working in Nebraska, current and valid Medication Aide Registration with the Nebraska State Medication Aide Registry, or Medication Aide certification through the American Heart Association, required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association, required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Medical Assistant certification, preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessing individuals’ health status and providing patient and family care under the direction of an RN or LPN.
• Perform treatments, procedures, and diagnostic testing, and administer medications and immunizations under the direction of a licensed practitioner.
• Collect patient data, including vital signs and growth and development information, while interviewing patients and families in the office.
• Coordinate diagnostic test and procedure scheduling with patients and families, physicians, hospitals, and insurance companies as directed by the provider.
• Assist the physician or nurse practitioner with patient education as directed or according to clinic protocol.
• Provide appropriate care tailored to the patient’s stage of the life cycle.
• Complete required patient care documentation and reporting accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record.
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations and life-threatening emergencies.
• Follow direction from the physician or nurse practitioner in delivering patient care.
• Assist with clerical duties as directed by the office manager.
• Maintain regular attendance at work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed