Express Care Medical Assistant
The Express Care clinics are a specialty within the nursing profession that encompasses the care of individuals across the life span who present with acute physical, emotional, or psychological alterations of health. The Express Care Medical Assistant is a member of the care delivery team that functions under the direction of, and be assistive to, a licensed professional, to provide delegated, direct patient care intervention. The Express Care Medical Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, rooming patients, taking vital signs, monitor the patient for issues or changes in condition and to report those issues / changes to the licensed professional. Displays excellent communication and customer service skills, educates and answers patient questions during visit and at discharge. The Express Medical Assistant is responsible for coordination of tests and services, assisting providers with procedures, and accurate documentation of all patient related activities. The Express Care Medical Assistant may also perform procedures and testing under indirect physician supervision. Responsible to provide a safe environment for his / her assigned patients; to complete the assigned work; and to document and report any pertinent observations as a result of the interventions. Making independent clinical decisions is outside of the scope for this position. Refer clinical questions to the provider or nurse.
Education Qualifications :
- Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program. Required or
- Successfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program. Required or
- A Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician may be substituted for the educational requirement. Required
Experience Qualifications :
Experience in an office or clinic setting. PreferredSkills and Abilities :
Knowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care.Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner.Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution.Participates actively in educational activities for department.Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills.Licenses and Certifications :
Active certification to practice in Kansas as either Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician is required as a substitute for education qualifications. RequiredFirst Responder - RQI Required within 90 days.What you will do :
Implements identified plan through coordination of care with interdisciplinary care team to employ strategies to promote health and wellness.Collaborative with interdisciplinary care team encompassing strategies to achieve expected outcomes.Communicate pertinent data and information relative to the patient, situation, or setting in a timely manner.Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of the patient rooms / departmentProvide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL'S), accurate measurement and recording of weight, height, vital signs and report any changes to licensed professional.Delivers care guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring illustrated by creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with patients and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect.Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings.Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by respecting others' uniqueness, perspectives, backgrounds or beliefs.Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice.Mentors Medical Assistant new to their role for the purpose of ensuring successful enculturation, orientation, competence, and emotional support. Supports students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and inquiry for personal growth and development.Demonstrates willingness to participate in process of evolution the scope of the Stormont Vail Health professional practice modelUtilizes appropriate resources to provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used judiciously.Required for All Jobs :
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing Options :
Position is Patient FacingRemote Work Guidelines :
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work Capability :
On-Site; No RemoteScope :
No Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget ResponsibilityPhysical Demands :
Balancing : Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying : Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders) : Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs) : Occasionally 1-3 HoursCrawling : Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching : Occasionally 1-3 HoursDriving (Automatic) : Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Standard) : Rarely less than 1 hourEye / Hand / Foot Coordination : Frequently 3-5 HoursFeeling : Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor) : Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand) : Frequently 3-5 HoursHandling : Frequently 3-5 HoursHearing : Occasionally 1-3 HoursKneeling : Rarely less than 1 hourLifting : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsOperate Foot Controls : Rarely less than 1 hourPulling : Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbsPushing : Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbsReaching (Forward) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Overhead) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsRepetitive Motions : Occasionally 1-3 HoursSitting : Occasionally 1-3 HoursStanding : Frequently 3-5 HoursStooping : Occasionally 1-3 HoursTalking : Frequently 3-5 HoursWalking : Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking Conditions :
Burn : Rarely less than 1 hourChemical : Rarely less than 1 hourCombative Patients : Occasionally 1-3 HoursDusts : Rarely less than 1 hourElectrical : Rarely less than 1 hourExplosive : Rarely less than 1 hourExtreme Temperatures : Rarely less than 1 hourInfectious Diseases : Occasionally 1-3 HoursMechanical : Rarely less than 1 hourNeedle Stick : Occasionally 1-3 HoursNoise / Sounds : Occasionally 1-3 HoursOther Atmospheric Conditions : Rarely less than 1 hourPoor Ventilation, Fumes and / or Gases : Rarely less than 1 hourRadiant Energy : Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids : Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs : Rarely less than 1 hourHaz