What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant Student - Paid Training Program position at Geisinger?
The MA to CMA Pathway is a comprehensive training program where paid student medical assistants will learn to perform the skills and job responsibilities of a certified medical assistant in both adult and pediatric settings. Training occurs through didactic (classroom) and clinical rotations covering the skills, job responsibilities, and procedures that certified medical assistants must perform, as well as the roles that certified medical assistants play in the healthcare setting. They will gain the knowledge and skills to successfully function as a certified medical assistant in the outpatient setting.Train to perform basic patient care duties such as taking vital signs, weights, assisting patient with ambulation, dressing, and undressing for examination, as directed by the provider and clinical supervisor.
- Train to administer medications per scope of practice based on clinic location and type (HOP or DO)
- Train to assist provider in setting up for and conducting minor procedures, gathering supplies and equipment, applying aseptic dressings, opening supplies, etc.
- Train to obtain and accurately documents patient information using the rooming tool within the electronic medical record.
- Train to complete data gathering including but not limited to medical, surgical, family histories, and medication review.
- Train to accompany providers and care team members during patient examinations and assists as directed.
- Train to provide support and assistance to patients as needed.
- Train to reinforce patient instructions to enhance patient understanding and adherence to treatment, and plan of care.
- Train to collect and prepare lab specimens, and complete associated paperwork, forms, and documentation to expedite laboratory studies with accuracy and efficiency.
- Train to clean and prepare exam rooms between patients.
- Train to perform high level disinfection or sterilization per policy and procedure.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
