Medical Assistant: Orthopedic Clinic

Pioneers Medical Center•Meeker, CO

13h

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides direct medical care to patients under the direction of a physician and performs clinical and general clinic duties. The role includes obtaining patient histories and vital signs, preparing patients and exam rooms, assisting providers with procedures, performing procedures within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, documenting care, and providing patient education. The Medical Assistant also maintains supplies and records, cleans instruments, operates and maintains medical equipment, and helps arrange referrals. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

Requirements

Current BLS certification within three months of transfer or hire.
Kind and professional demeanor, with a professional and well-groomed appearance.
Communicate positively and effectively, verbally and in writing, with patients, families, and staff.
Demonstrate effective organizational skills in an evolving environment.
Work with honesty, compassion, and integrity.
Adhere to all PMC confidentiality procedures and policies.
Demonstrate commitment to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable working environment.
Be self-directed and able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant.
Current, unencumbered Colorado license.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Previous experience as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

Provide direct medical care to patients under the direction of a physician.
Maintain exam rooms, stock supplies, file documents, maintain records, and perform other general clinic duties.
Assess, plan, delegate, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Obtain patient history, vital signs, and reason for visit.
Recognize and evaluate changes in patient status and initiate action when appropriate.
Obtain appropriate patient information, specimens, lab results, and x-rays, and prepare patients for the clinical provider.
Assist providers with procedures, including minor surgical procedures, and prepare exam rooms with the necessary supplies.
Perform procedures within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, such as tympanography, medication administration, venipuncture, vision screening, and dressing changes.
Provide and document patient education, including medication rationale and side effects, explanations of medications and procedures, prescription use and directions, and test results.
Clean instruments and prepare them for sterilization.
Operate and maintain medical equipment.
Recognize and address patient and family learning needs, and ensure education and planning meet patient needs.
Access referral resources and arrange referral appointments as needed.
Document treatments, procedures, education, and medication administration according to clinical charting guidelines.
Conduct eye exams using the Snellen Eye Chart.
Draw blood and remove sutures as directed by a physician.
Perform other duties as assigned.