MIDLAND COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Supervised By: Director of Nursing

Supervises: None

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, collaboratively works with several physicians and on- and off-site staff to deliver quality care to residents. Make arrangements for transportation and timely appointments for residents with work, activities, and medical appointments. Performs other clerical and records management tasks.

Essential Job Functions:

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

1. Assist with staffing needs and ensures that appropriate coverage for each shift is scheduled following regulatory and union policies.

2. Schedules all clinical days for residents.

3. Appropriately files resident medical records including but not limited to records from visiting medical doctors, podiatrists, optometrists, audiologists, dentists, lab work, x-rays, ultrasounds and other records from visiting medical professionals.

4. Arranges all appointments and transportation to work and medical appointments in a timely manner.

5. Reviews and communicates with insurance providers and medical professionals for appropriate medical coverage (pre-authorizations).

6. Promotes positive relationships with residents and residents' families for updates on changes in particular resident's health and wellness. Schedules meetings between families, administration and third parties.

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7. Ensures confidentiality and HIPPA compliance of all health information for residents and staff.

8. Reviews infection control procedures and other internal policies.

9. Assists the Director of Nursing and the Pinecrest Administrator with the Electronic Medical Records management system.

10. Ensures residents are treated with dignity and respect and promotes resident independence.

11. Performs other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Requirements include the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in records management. Medical certificate is preferred but not required.

• The County, at its discretion, may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.

• Michigan Vehicle Operator's License.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of records management and office procedures.

• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records in both electronic and non-electronic formats.

• Skill in providing customer service.

• Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing.

• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with County employees, contractors to the County, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, elected officials, residents, families and the public.

• Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Suite applications, Extended Care Pro, electronic medical record software; and the ability to learn new technologies.

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Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate in person and by telephone, read regular and small print, view and produce written and electronic documents, and enter data on a computer keyboard with repetitive keystrokes. The employee must be mobile in an office and nursing setting, stand, sit, stoop and kneel, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must lift or push/pull objects of up to 25 lbs. without assistance. Accommodation will be made, as needed, for employees required to lift or move objects that exceed this weight.

The typical work environment of this job is a clinical or business office setting where the noise level is quiet to moderate. Though applicable safety procedures are documented and utilized, the incumbent may be exposed to unsanitary or unhygienic materials, individuals and situations in the course of performing required duties.Part time position. Current hourly wage starting at $17.96 - $23.37/hr (7-year progression)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.96 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• No weekends

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person