Medical assistant ma

Primary City / State :

Sterling, Colorado

Department Name : Sterling PCP RHC

Sterling PCP RHC

Work Shift : Job Category :

Job Category : Clinical Care

Clinical Care

Primary Location Salary Range :

$20.60 - $30.89 / hour, based on education & experience

The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we're excited about what the future holds for health care. That's why we're changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be.

If you're ready to change lives, we want to hear from you.

Location : Sterling Regional Medical Center, 615 Fairhurst Street, Sterling CO

Schedule : Day, Monday through Friday between 7am- 7pm and rotating Saturdays from 8am to 12pm.

$1000 SIGN ON BONUS! - 1 Year Commitment Required

Day to Day : Assisting provider in the office by rooming patients, gathering current chief complaint, vital signs, current med list, allergies family history, past medical history.

Triaging patients on phone and in the office. Refilling meds. Giving vaccines and injections. Assisting providers in procedures.

Team is easy going so would like someone who would fit in well with an easy going, yet all about business team. Everyone on the team (entire clinic) is pretty self-sufficient and has high expectations of each other.

They love to laugh and get along as well as get their work done. This clinic is small and able to work really well together as a team!

At Banner Medical Group, you'll have the opportunity to perform a critical role in the community where you practice. Banner Medical Group provides both primary and specialty care throughout the communities in which Banner Health operates.

We do this in a variety of settings - from smaller group practices like our Banner Health Clinics in Colorado and Wyoming, to large multi-specialty Banner Health Centers in the metropolitan Phoenix area.

We currently have more than 1,000 physicians and more than 3,500 total employees in our group and are seeking others to enhance our ability to deliver our nonprofit mission of providing excellent patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as, implementing and evaluating direct patient care.

This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint;

documents pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician.

2. Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures which could include taking patients' blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate / pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG's.

Acts as chaperon as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed.

Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process.

3. Coordinates and manages patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary medical treatments and tests.

Responsible for communicating test results to patient. Acts as a resource to clinician in order to provide optimal patient care.

May administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.

4. Provides clerical support with patient / client notifications and documentation to include but not limited to complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit.

Provides complete and accurate information necessary for billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion.

5. Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms and storage areas.

Disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following sterilization procedures. Follows manufacturer's recommendations and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances.

Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.

6. Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient care areas. Medication ordering and tasks related to all medications (e.g.

expired medications / equipment and recalls).

7. Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation and the team concept in all contacts.

8. This position will complete all necessary on-boarding / orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.

9. This position works under the direct supervision of the providers. This position interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient.

Also interacts with physician's offices in order to report, ask for or clarify information. Prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the response of the patient and family to changes in health status.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma / GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of an approved medical assistant training program as defined by state regulations.

Active Medical Assistant Certification is required. Certification or additional training must meet the requirements for Meaningful use.

BLS certification required. Active Medical Assistant certification such as : Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) with proof of current membership from American Medical Technologists (AMT) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with proof of current membership from American Associat

Last updated : 2024-11-06

Salary : $21 - $31