JOB DESCRIPTION

Employment Type : Full time

Full time

Shift : Day Shift

Day Shift

Description : Position Purpose :

Position Purpose :

Provides support in the medical field by performing various medical and clerical activities to assure quality care and a more efficient workplace.

What you Will Do :

Anticipates and prepares exam room with equipment and supplies required for the visit. Assists with exams / procedures as requested.

Obtains and documents data to include but not limited to chief complaint, allergies, vital signs, pain level, medication history, and fall risk.

Obtains and reviews basic health history information.

Utilizes written Mercy Medical Center North Iowa policies / procedures and universal precautions when performing lab / diagnostic tests or procedures.

Reports and documents all critical lab / diagnostic test values to provider.

Performs, maintains and documents quality controls as applicable / requested, i.e., logs, proficiency tests, maintenance records, etc.

Assists in scheduling patients for office appointments, lab / diagnostic tests / referrals.

Reviews written test preparation handout with patient and documents in medical record.

Refers patient to provider / registered nurse if patient education is required.

Completes charge ticket / submits charges in electronic health record to include and obtain the diagnosis from the provider, identifying and initialing all billable supplies and services.

Obtains ABN per e-LMRP as necessary.

Utilizes proper procedure for administering medications with emphasis on patient safety. Documents administration of medications.

Hours :

Monday - Friday / fulltime

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education

Graduate of an approved school for medical assistant required.

Credentialed as a medical assistant is required (CMA, RMA, NCMA). CCMA certification is accepted with successful completion of a training program

A minimum of six months work experience in a health care facility performing duties relating to patient care is preferred.

Additional experience involving computer knowledge.

Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status.

Completes Mandatory Reporting : Child and Dependent Adult Abuse requirement within 6 months of hire and renews this requirement every 3 years.

Position Highlights and Benefits :

Education Assistance offered

Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 16 hours per week or greater

Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials.

Generous paid time off program

Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background checks, pre-employment physical, drug screen and post offer exam.

EEO Employer F / M / Veteran / Disabled

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of references, background checks, pre-employment physical, drug screen and post offer exam.

Last updated : 2024-05-12