Certified Medical Assistant, Bayview (Fairhope)

Medical Assistants working in an outpatient clinical setting are responsible for assessment of consumers; administration of injections; effective communication with the physician and/or CRNP; and calling in prescriptions as directed.

Essential Functions

• Communicates effectively with the physician/CRNP regarding the consumer’s physical and mental condition
• Is pleasant and cooperative with others
• Meets AltaPointe productivity standards
• Accesses appropriate community resources according to consumer needs
• Assists consumers and visitors as needed
• May assist instructing patients about medication and special diets
• Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required
• Documents legibly
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Maintains current State license and requirements for renewals (i.e. CEU’s), and attends to required in-services and workshops
• May assist in scheduling appointments
• Calls in prescriptions as directed by authorized prescribers
• Provides emergency care as needed (CPR, MindSet, PRN medications), according to the AltaPointe Policy & Procedures
• Assists in arranging hospital admissions and laboratory services
• Is gentle and calm to consumers and families
• Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
• Assists with the completion of the assessment process of patients including but not limited to the following height/weight, vital signs, and current medications for infoscriber.
• Documentation shows that forms, notes, logs, and other applicable written information are completed promptly, accurately and updated when appropriate
• Responds to patient phone calls in a timely and appropriate manner
• Facilitate PA’s for prescriptions
• Documents in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy
• Administers injections, observing the Six Rights of medication administration
• Seeks clinical supervision and consultation needs
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation
• Respects consumer’s privacy and confidentiality
• Actively works to enhance clinical skills
• Treats consumers with care, dignity and compassion
• Authorizes prescription refills as directed
• Effectively demonstrates the application of MA competencies
• Reports laboratory results to the physician/CRNP
• Other duties as assigned
• Adheres to professional code of ethics
• May assist collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
• Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities
• Updates patient medical records as needed
• Is sensitive to the consumer’s needs, expectations and individual differences
• Follows AltaPointe Policy & Procedures
• Interfaces with the multi-disciplinary team
• Personal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for others
• Draws blood as directed

Physical Requirements

• Lifting various ranges from the floor to overhead with weights up to 1-5 pounds frequently.
• Squatting and/or lunging frequently to stock supplies and retrieve needed material from file cabinets and book shelves.
• Sitting is frequent by nature and up to 5-10 minutes; however, extended sitting could be up to 1.5 to 3 hours for documentation.
• Pushing and/or pulling force up to 1-5 pounds force, horizontally, to open file cabinets and place binders on book shelves.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Fine manipulation for writing, handling paperwork, and dispensing medications to consumers.
• There is frequent standing while getting files, paperwork, and handing out medication.

At least 18 years old.

Vaild Driver's license.

High School Diploma or GED.

Certified Medical Assistant.