Medical Assistant ($500.00 Sign on bonus)
Company: BoulderCentre for Orthopedics
Location: Boulder
Posted on: May 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
Job description:The Medical Assistant functions as a member of the
patient care team performing medical assisting duties. Under
general supervision the Medical Assistant (MA) assists provider
with patient care and all back-office duties. Ensures smooth work
and patient flow within the clinic. Job Type: Full-time Salary
Range: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour Sign-on Bonus: $500 Essential Job
Responsibilities:Fulfills patient care responsibilities as
assigned, including but not limited to: understanding provider's
routine by anticipating needs to ensure smooth workflow and patient
care; assisting in exam and treatment of patients under the
direction of physician; updating intake information in EMR;
performing screenings per provider guidelines; preparing treatment
room by setting up instruments and equipment based on nature of
visit (ex. injections); completing incoming and outgoing calls to
appropriately address patient needs; documenting pertinent
information according to practice protocols; charting and reviewing
patient intake and follow protocols to satisfy MIPS
measures.Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned, including
but not limited to: sending/receiving patient medical records;
obtaining lab/imaging/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral
information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed;
scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and patient
demographics and PHI to coordinate patient care; managing and
updating EMR to ensure complete and accurate patient
record.Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned,
including but not limited to: cleaning exam/procedure rooms,
instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain
infection control; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; and
restocking exam/procedure rooms; maintaining appearance of POD per
practice policies.Fulfills organizational responsibilities as
assigned, including but not limited to: respecting/promoting
patient and staff rights; responding appropriately to emergency
codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with
appropriate personnel, ensuring HIPAA compliance.Fulfills clinical
medical assisting responsibilities as applicable per state law,
including but not limited to: medical/surgical asepsis,
sterilization, and autoclaving; taking appropriate vital signs and
metrics; DME fitting and/or casting as necessary; clinical
pharmacology; prescription verifications with physician's orders;
minor surgery assists including surgical tray set-up
pre/post-surgical care, dressings and suture removal; biohazard
waste disposal and monitoring; instructing patients with assistive
devices, body mechanics, and home care; laboratory procedures under
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines;
quality control methods; emergency triage, and first aid. Must
adhere to the MA scope of practice in the clinic.Other duties as
assigned.Education: High school diploma or general equivalency
diploma (GED), medical assistant diploma or certification from an
accredited vocational institution or a community college course in
medical assisting preferred. Experience: One year of recent
experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant
and/or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical
office preferred. Demonstrated ability to take vital signs,
venipuncture, and injections. Performance
Requirements:Knowledge:Knowledge of health care field and medical
office protocols/procedures.Knowledge of specific assisting tasks
related to particular medical practice.Knowledge of information
that must be conveyed to patients and families.Skills:Skill in
performing medical assistance tasks appropriately.Skill in
diplomacy and tact in interpersonal interactions.Skill in
understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing
information with patients and families.Abilities:Ability to learn
and retain information regarding patient care procedures.Ability to
project a pleasant and professional image while working in
team-oriented environment.Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete
delegated tasks.Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in
dealing with others.Equipment Operated: Standard medical
exam/office equipment including computerized health information
management system for medical records. Work Environment:
Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings.
Well-lighted, well-ventilated, adequate space. Physical
Requirements: Must be able to use appropriate body mechanics
techniques when making necessary patient transfers and helping
patients with walking, dressing, etc. Must be able to lift up to 30
pounds of supplies. Occasional stress from dealing with many staff
and patients.BoulderCentre for Orthopedics is an Equal Opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, disability, or protected veteran status. COVID-19
considerations:We follow CDC recommendations for a safe working
environment. Masks, hand sanitizer and social distancing.COVID-19
vaccination required to be considered for this position.
Requirements:
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