Job Description:A Medical assistant has accountability for providing care to
patients in an ambulatory clinic setting. This will involve caring for
patients with acute and chronic needsExternal Candidates:To show our commitment to you and to assist with your
transition into our organization, we will also offer up to a$1,000.00
Sign-on Bonuswhen applicable.Scope
Performs general administrative and patient care tasks in accordance with the
Intermountain Health MGPSMA Scope of Practice, and other established
policies and procedures.
Possesses the ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically within a
multi- disciplinary care team.
Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider while maintaining a
positive and caring attitude.
Attentive to patient's needs, coordinates care, administers care, and
documents appropriately.
Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights by
observing HIPAA regulations.
Obtains and record patient information; vital signs, height, weight,
allergies, current medications, medical history, and chief complaint, etc.
Demonstrates knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room
procedures.
May be required to draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for
laboratory analysis.
Per Provider request, may perform routine tests including but not limited to
EKGs, hearing and vision screens.
Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up as appropriate to
ensure completion of testing.
Communicates test results to patients and establish plan of care by phone or
mail as directed by the Provider.
Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the
medical record as directed by the provider.
Prepares, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; stock
patient exam rooms while maintaining cleanliness and organization and dispose
of contaminated items according to protocol.
Administers ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection,
topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice
manager and/or healthcare provider(s).
Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
Demonstrates sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate
action in questionable or emergency situations.
Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides
by service behavior standards.Minimum QualificationsRequired
High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program and/or be a certified
Medical Assistant.
Current BLS Certification is required upon hire or within 60 days of hire upon
approval.
Three (3) months previous experience within a healthcare setting.
Successful completion of initial MA onboarding within 90 days, annual skills
fair, and in-services for site specific tasks.
Ability to successfully function in a fast paced, service-oriented
environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.Preferred
Successful completion of an Accredited National Certification Exam for
Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
One (1) year Medical Assistant experience.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of
the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure,
experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business
hours or scheduled shifts is required.
Able to understand and apply information, policies, procedures and skills
required by the position.
Possess knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and
abbreviations.
Knowledg of medical practice and care to assist in providing safe, quality
patient care.
Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment procedures as well as
medical equipment and instruments used in administering patient care.
Proficiency utilizing various computer software programs, i.e.: Microsoft
Office Suite, Electronic Health Records, as well as the ability to learn
applications relevant to the position.Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read
information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify
equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care
providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally
communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms,
needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency
situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex
and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent
computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed
information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and
utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to
retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items
of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and
assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing
supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable