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Medical Assistant
Medical Assistants are eligible for $5,000 sign on bonus
The Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled clinical professional that works within the scope of practice and in alignment with the standards of excellence and quality.
The Medical Assistant provides indirect and / or direct patient care under the direction of the provider.
Under the direction of the provider, contributes to the completion of the patient’s chief complaint (including but not limited to respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, height, weight and temperature) and documentation of patient / family needs.
Identifies significant changes in patient condition through data collection and reports them to the provider. Understands and adheres to the legal responsibilities and requirements within the Medical Assistant role.
Under the direction of the provider, participates in planning and implementing care for patients within the scope of Medical Assisting practice.
Troubleshoots issues and escalate problems to provider, direct supervisor, or appropriate internal resource. Demonstrates standards of excellence in care in all interactions, for both internal and external customers.
Within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines, administers ordered medications and / or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, as directed.
May performing casting duties according to state regulations and appropriate certification requirements.
Documents in EMR accurately and appropriately. Manages My Chart request and incoming patient calls. Manages in basket messages under the Provider’s verbatim instructions.
Other duties include but not limited to ordering supplies appropriately, tracking referrals, labs and diagnostic tests, disposing contaminated supplies, etc.
Licensing / Certification
Medical Assisting certification (required within 9 months of placement in MA role) : Certified Medical Assistant (American Association of Medical Assisting), Registered Medical Assistant (American Medical Technologists), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (National Healthcareer Association, or National Certified Medical Assistant (National Center for Competency Testing).
If incumbent is unable to obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable within same time period.
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required prior to independent patient care).
Education : High school degree, preferred vocational / technical degree in medical assisting. Enrollment in an approved Medical Assistant program (required within 30 days of employment)
Minimum Experience : One year of healthcare experience, or 24 months of clerical physician practice experience preferred.
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w / AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
S cheduled Weekly Hours :
Work Shift :
Days (United States of America)
Department :
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