Medical Assistant - Full Time, 40 hrs/wk - Bronson Primary Care Providers- E. Centre Family Medicine - Kalamazoo, MI

Bronson Healthcare•Portage, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Working under a provider’s direction, the Medical Assistant performs general nursing functions for the practice. The role records vital signs and immunizations, completes initial patient assessments, obtains concise patient histories, and provides clinical information and support to providers. The Medical Assistant processes and posts information to patient charts, educates patients and families about medications, treatments, care, and referrals, and demonstrates competencies specific to the patient population served when providing direct care. The position is full time at 40 hours per week, with a variable shift, at Bronson Primary Care Providers—E. Centre Family Medicine in Portage, Michigan. A sign-on bonus of up to $1,500 and a $1,500 retention bonus are available to external candidates only.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must meet one of the following: successful completion of an accredited medical assistant program; CMA, CCMA, or RMA certification; or eligibility to take the CMA/RMA examination, with certification obtained within six months of hire. A vocational coordinator determines eligibility for the CMA or RMA within six months.
BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire or transfer.
Knowledge of clinical skills required for Medical Assistant certification or registration.
Effective problem-solving and prioritization skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle information confidentially.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, doctors, and other staff.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and as an integral member of a healthcare team.
Personal computer skills; ability to input and retrieve data using the organization’s computerized systems.
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Ability to maintain positive customer service.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with physicians, office staff, and employees in a team environment.
Ability to sustain alertness and concentration for detailed, repetitive work and computer use.

Nice To Haves

EMR experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations, including assessments, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and routine hearing, vision, or other testing.
Document pertinent information accurately in patient charts and maintain documentation standards; review charts before appointments to ensure requested items and documents are present.
Administer treatments as requested by the physician.
Obtain specimens for urine testing, phlebotomy, and other purposes.
Perform laboratory tests as directed by the physician.
Set up and assist the physician with procedures, such as laceration repair and Pap/pelvic examinations.
Schedule outside tests or procedures, such as x-rays and MRIs, for patients in other departments or facilities.
Prepare patients for tests and procedures by providing appropriate instructions.
Coordinate admissions and referrals, and call in prescriptions.
Stock examination rooms and conduct daily supply inventories; report items that need to be ordered.
Assist with scheduling appointments in the EMR system as required.
Screen calls and determine urgency, the need for an appointment, or whether phone advice is sufficient.
Assist with completing patient forms, including Workers’ Compensation and disability forms.
Attend staff, educational, and other meetings as required.
Perform other related duties assigned by nurses, the practice manager, or the physician.
Provide patient and family education regarding medications, treatments, care, and referrals.
Process and post information to patient charts and provide clinical information and support to providers.