Medical Assistant

Fresenius Medical Care•Union, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a per diem Medical Assistant position for the Galloping Hill, NJ surgery center. The position supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values, quality policy and goals of the Fresenius Vascular Care Group. The role acts as an assistant to the Physicians, RN’s and Radiology Technicians in patient care and operating procedures. This position has frequent contact with patients, visitors, and the families of patients requiring effective communication skills and a helpful attitude. The role performs functions that require full knowledge of general aspects of the job, working on assignments that are semi-routine in nature, but recognizing the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice. Contacts are typically with individuals within own department and occasionally with contacts outside own organization, involving obtaining or providing information or data requiring some explanation or interpretation.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Certified in CPR
Knowledge of instrument sterilization techniques
Knowledge of personal protective devices to be utilized when operating Radiology systems

Nice To Haves

1 – 2 years’ related experience preferred
Hospital or operating room skills preferred

Responsibilities

Performs functions that require full knowledge of general aspects of the job
Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature, but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice
Contacts are typically with individuals within own department and occasionally with contacts outside own organization
Contacts involve obtaining or providing information or data requiring some explanation or interpretation
May provide assistance to A1 with more general support tasks that require a better understanding of functions, as directed by immediate supervisor
May refer to A3 for assistance with higher level problems that may arise
Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary
Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations
Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor
Understand and able to follow sterile procedures
Assist the patients to the pre-op area and take initial vital signs
Assist in preparing the patient for surgical procedures by positioning, shaving and prepping
Assist the Physician with the procedures, while maintaining a sterile environment
Assemble and remove all instruments, utensils, equipment, gloves and linens utilized in the case
Clean the procedure room between patients
Transport patients as needed
May participate in CQI meetings
Initiate cost control initiatives and provide support of those in the facility
Keep assigned areas cleaned and stocked for future exams
Assure confidentiality of patient information and medical records
Sterilize instruments and maintain quality assurance documentation