Student Medical Assistant: May start

Trinity Health•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

This position is for those who are currently enrolled in the CMA program at Mercy College of Health Sciences. If you are not already enrolled for the May start date your application will not be considered at this time. Essential Key Job Responsibilities Performs general patient care, including greeting and preparing patients for the healthcare provider, by following established standards and procedures. Obtains and records vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem. Additionally, may be required to draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Administers ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic and/or inhalant administration. Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record (i.e. test results, retrieval, filing, creation, repair, charging of electronic medical record). May perform routine tests including, but not limited to, EKGs. Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing. Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by healthcare provider. Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the healthcare provider. Communicates plan(s) of care with patient and family, Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the Clinic Manager or healthcare provider(s). Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights. Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required. Performs other duties as assigned by Clinic Manager, Lead or as requested by healthcare provider(s). Minimum Qualifications Required Education for Staff Job Levels High School diploma or equivalency Required Licensure and Certifications Current enrollment in an accredited medical assistant program. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS). Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population serve within three (3) months of hire. May require valid Driver’s License as needed. PREFERRED Qualifications Click here to enter text. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalency
Current enrollment in an accredited medical assistant program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS).
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population serve within three (3) months of hire.
May require valid Driver’s License as needed.

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Responsibilities

Performs general patient care, including greeting and preparing patients for the healthcare provider, by following established standards and procedures.
Obtains and records vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
May be required to draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
Administers ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic and/or inhalant administration.
Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record (i.e. test results, retrieval, filing, creation, repair, charging of electronic medical record).
May perform routine tests including, but not limited to, EKGs.
Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by healthcare provider.
Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the healthcare provider.
Communicates plan(s) of care with patient and family
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the Clinic Manager or healthcare provider(s).
Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
Performs other duties as assigned by Clinic Manager, Lead or as requested by healthcare provider(s).