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MEDICAL ASSISTANT / 40 Hours / Day / Primary Care/ South Huntington/Jamaica Plain
Description
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
The Medical Assistant (MA) is an integral member of the healthcare team and is accountable for patient care as assigned by a licensed
independent provider (LIP: MD, NP, PA), a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or a Registered Nurse (RN). The MA participates in the
direct and indirect care of patients, health maintenance, patient instruction, collaborative planning and rehabilitation within scope of
practice and consistent with his/her education and training. The Medical Assistant may be present in secure medication storage areas and
is allowed incidental access to medications. Developing relationships with patients, families and colleagues, the MA functions as an
interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and contributes toward the attainment of important goals for the patient,
the practice and the organization.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job duties and responsibilities may vary by department (see addendum A for more detail)
Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates true engagement and enthusiasm to contribute toward the care delivery needs for patients and families.
- Promotes an inclusive environment supportive of patient and family centered care for a diverse community.
- Accepts assignments for patient care within the scope of his/her preparation and within current standards of practice.
- In conjunction with a Licensed Independent Provider (LIP) , LPN or RN, participates in the gathering of data that contributes to
the assessment, planning, and evaluation of care delivered.
- Collaborates as a member of the health care team, contributing toward a supportive and therapeutic environment that promotes the
attainment of patient goals that are specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic and timely.
- Accurately obtains vital signs, elicits information about the patient’s basic health status, administers relevant care within scope of
practice and as directed by the LIP/LPN/RN, and documents as appropriate in the electronic health record.
- Performs routine tests that may include but is not limited to: electrocardiograms, vision and hearing screening, and the collection of
specimens for laboratory testing and point of care.
- Participates in team-based care and patient education initiatives to support the health and wellness of patients in conjunction with the
LIP/LPN/RN. Reinforces patient instruction as directed by LIP/LPN/RN.
- Participates in organizational and unit-based quality improvement initiatives and compliance readiness.
- Participates in telephone screening of patients; may provide instruction to patient when directed by the LIP/LPN/RN.
- Participates in prescription management tasks including pending of new prescriptions and renewals requiring LIP approval,
prior authorizations and medication reconciliation.
- Follows approved clinical practice guidelines (CPG’s) and workflows, pends appropriate orders for radiology, laboratory testing and
other care needs requiring LIP authorization.
- Performs a variety of tasks, including those that may be facilitated by administrative staff, which have an effect on the overall operations
of the unit. These include flow, stocking of rooms, scheduling tasks and all other duties as assigned.
- Appropriately utilizes organizational resources including management of time, supplies, equipment and other assets.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Some college or Associate’s Degree preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Certificate preferred
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Certificate Program preferred
- Experience in healthcare preferred
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Technical Skills/Competencies Required:
Clinical Skills:
- Knowledge of practice operations and standards.
- Beginning to intermediate knowledge and use of medical terminology.
- Ability to accurately perform vital signs and obtain pertinent health information including but not limited to: temperature, pulse,
respirations, blood pressure, height, and weight.
- Ability to participate in the medication reconciliation processes and related prescription management tasks, including prior authorizations.
- Knowledge and ability to perform specific procedures and tests as appropriate to the clinical setting.
Communication Skills:
- Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills in English. Communicates in a professional, courteous, clear and
concise manner. Facilitates therapeutic relationships between patients, families and other members of the health care team.
Writing Skills:
- Ability to correspond and communicate with others clearly and effectively in writing (via e-mail, memo or interoffice note,
documentation of patient information) and to take complete and accurate messages.
Phone Skills:
- Ability to telephonically support the practice by answering and screening calls, offering information within scope of practice to
facilitate communication.
Organization Skills:
- Ability to manage work processes in a neat and systematic way. Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, appropriately prioritize
clinical work, follow established policies, procedures and clinical practice guidelines, workflows.
Technology Skills:
- Demonstrates ability to utilize technology in the clinical setting. Includes basic computer skills as well as the utilization of electronic
medical equipment.. Ability to type accurately and enter data at an intermediate level. Ability to become proficient in using the EHR and
other appropriate applications. Ability to utilize hand-held technology and download related data to the electronic health record.
HOSPITAL WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works within legal, regulatory, accreditation and ethical practice standards relevant to the position and as established by BWH/Partners:
follow safe practices required for the position; complies with appropriate BWH and Partners policies and procedures; fulfills any
training required by BWH and/or Partners; as appropriate; brings potential matters of non-compliance to the attention of the supervisor
or other appropriate hospital staff.
EEO Statement
Brigham and Women’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
Primary Location: MA-Boston-BWH South Huntington Medical Area
Work Locations:
301 South Huntington Street
Boston 02115
Job: Medical Assistant
Organization: Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours: 40
Shift: Day Job- variable shift rotation
Employee Status: Regular
Recruiting Department: BWH Primary Care
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work setting:
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: In person
Full Time
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$40k-48k (estimate)
04/16/2023
07/25/2024
brighamandwomens.org
BOSTON, MA
7,500 - 15,000
1994
KARL H BREUING MD
$1B - $3B
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
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