Lead Medical Assistant - Sedona

Lead Medical Assistant (MA) Certified

Under general supervision of the provider, the Lead Medical Assistant (MA) Certified works with members of the departmental health care team to provide assistance to providers, patients, and their families ensuring smooth work and patient flow. The Lead MA Certified, under the supervision of the provider, is responsible for conducting initial and on-going assessments the patient and working with the provider in their procedures and / or exams. This includes reviewing the patient medical record, completing and documenting vital signs, recording chief complaint, documenting medical history, assisting in referrals, prescription renewals and patient follow ups. The Lead MA Certified also assists in the coordination of clerical information to provide patient care and assists with patient follow up.

Under supervision of the provider, the Lead Medical Assistant Certified provides leadership to the MA staff in the department.

This position's location is on site only.

Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Escorts patient from waiting area to exam room; communicates information regarding extended wait or delay in appointment time.
• Reviews the patient medical record and conducts pre-visit interview with patient.
• Conducts designated point of care testing to include but not limited to such as electrocardiograms and throat cultures.
• Follows guidelines for safety with regard to contact precautions and all policies / procedures dealing with blood borne pathogens.
• Administers injections under the supervision of the provider.
• May perform venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients.
• Processes test results and provides patient with timely results via email, mail or phone as directed by the physician, allied health professional or department protocols.
• Takes and records all vital signs.
• Records chief complaint of patients.
• Reviews and documents medical history with patient.
• Assesses needs for referrals and prescription renewals.

Cardiology Clinic / Departments

Administration

Leadership

Office / Clinical Preparation

Compliance / Safety

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or GED- Required

Medical Assistant Diploma from an accredited Medical Assisting program or college- Required

OR

Provide a valid and active Medical Assistant Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) - CMA, American Medical Technologists (AMT) - RMA, National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) - NCMA, National Health Care Association (NHA) - CCMA - Required

Certification & Licensures BLS (American Heart Association)- Required

A valid and active Medical Assistant Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) - CMA, American Medical Technologists (AMT) - RMA, National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) - NCMA, National Health Care Association (NHA) - CCMA - Required

Fingerprint Clearance Card application number- Required upon hire

Fingerprint Clearance Card- Required within 90 days of hire

Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental leader.

Experience One year Medical Assistant experience- Required

Knowledge of medical terminology- Required

Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.