Medical Assistant - Obstetrics

Description
$3000 Sign-On Bonus
$18.90 - $22.68 CMA or RMA Credentialed Medical Assistants
$18.00 - $21.60 Non-Credentialed Medical Assistants
Munson Healthcare Grayling
Obstetrical Clinic
1250 E Michigan Avenue
Grayling, Michigan
Full Time / Day Shift / Monday - Friday
(1 Saturday Every 3 Months)
What You Will Do In This Role
As a member of the patient care team, the Medical Assistant is a healthcare professional that provides clinical and administrative support to physicians, advance practice providers and registered nurses in a healthcare clinic or medical practice.
What We Are Seeking In You
Credentialed Medical Assistant
High School graduate or GED equivalent is required.
Currently credentialed as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant
Non-Credentialed Medical Assistant
High School graduate or GED equivalent is required.
Three (3) years of experience working as a Medical Assistant OR in a similar healthcare role preferred.
Must be knowledgeable and proficient in basic clinical competencies.
Experience With EHR Is Preferred.
BLS certification preferred and must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintained.
Must communicate effectively and work well with others.
Assertiveness, organizational skills, effective time management, flexibility and self-motivation are essential for the role.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position such as bending, stretching, kneeling, twisting, lifting, patient transfer, pushing, and pulling, etc. Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
WHAT YOUR DAILY ACTIVITES AND EXPECTATION WILL BE IN THIS ROLE:
Clinical Responsibilities (may Include, But Not Limited To)

• Other clinical services as required by specialty
• Taking medical histories
• Explaining treatment and procedures to patients
• Assisting the physician during exams
• Instructing patients via standardized pathways and protocols
• Timely follow through and completion of referral requests
• Preparing patients for examination
• Collecting and preparing lab specimens
• Preparing and administrating medications as directed by the physician.
• Preforming basic laboratory tests including blood draws
• Removing sutures and changing dressings
• Injections

Administrative Responsibilities (may Include, But Not Limited To)

• Quality
• Using computer applications
• Answering phones
• Coding and filling out insurance forms
• Scheduling appointments
• Arranging for hospital admissions, referrals, and laboratory services.
• Greeting patients
• Documenting and updating pertinent medical record requirements

Munson Healthcare Organizational Standards And Expectations

• Demonstrates adherence to all policies and procedures.
• Provides personalized care for patients while assuring a timely patient flow through the office.
• Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare.
• Maintains Regulatory Requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively using various forms of communication (digital/verbal) with all members of healthcare team
• Strictly adheres to patient confidentiality.
• Assist health care providers when requested.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Interaction with customers is expected to be friendly, appropriate, and accurate. As a direct contact with patients and families, this individual must create a professional image through outstanding telephone courtesy, pleasantness, and the ability to keep their composure and the use of judgment and tact in dealing with others.
• Directs own continuing education activities and keep skills current, expand knowledge base and comply with entry level requirements.
• Maintains a professional working relationship with staff members, ancillary services, and medical staff.
• Perform all duties listed in department specific competencies.
• Always uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills.
• Promotes personal and patient safety.
• Assists with day-to-day operations as required for optimal patient care.
• Knows the physical requirements of the job and works within the guidelines of the department. Always performs job duties safely, utilizing learned body mechanics and transferring/lifting techniques. Plans actions to promote safety. Reports any unsafe situation/equipment according to hospital procedure.
• Maintain Infection control standards
• Supports the Mission, Vision& Values of Munson Healthcare
• Attend staff development programs.
• Act as an advocate for the patient in his/her interactions with health care services.