What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant, Employee Health position at Mercyhealth?
Overview
Medical Assistant, Employee Health
- Monday to Friday day shift hours (7:30A - 4:30A)
- 80 hours / 2 weeks
The primary purpose of the Medical Assistant Employee Health position is to provide clinical and clerical support to track and onboard new partner requirements, manage and audit compliance, and upload appropriate clinical documentation. This position is also responsible for effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to, other Employee Health team members, partners, department leaders, and vendors.
Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty competently and consistently. The responsibilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, training, licensure, certification, experience, and/or abilities required for the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Clinical
- Performs respiratory fit testing for N95 particulate respirators.
- Provides vaccinations to partners as part of the flu campaign and other vaccination requirements.
- Assist with screening tests and QI projects.
- Assist the Employee Health RNs with monitoring employee recovery and facilitating return-to-work processes.
- Document all health services provided including assessments, treatments, and follow-ups.
- Research and assist in ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and other regulatory compliance.
- Other clinical duties as assigned based on department need.
Clerical
- Performs clerical functions such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, responding to file requests, and making outreach calls.
- Works with Employee Health leadership to maintain supplies throughout the department.
- Scans historical paper documents and uploads documents to appropriate partner profile.
- Maintain confidential health records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Other clerical duties as assigned based on department need.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
Preferred: Work experience or experience in a program with a clinical rotation preferred.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Minimum Required:
BLS certification required within 90 days
Preferred:
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent certification preferred
Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Disability Insurance
- FSA/HSA Options
- Generous PTO
- Parental & Caregiver Leave
- Career Advancement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Certification Reimbursement
- Well-being Programs
- Employee Discounts
- On-Demand Pay
- Financial Education
Salary : $18 - $26