Certified Medical Assistant -Nail Technician

Overview

Job Summary:

Assists the physician with foot exams, in addition to performing routine nail care. Assists with a wide range of direct patient-care tasks within the assigned area. Graduate of an accredited 1-year certificate or 2-year diploma Medical Assistant program preferred. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required. Certified by one of the listed governing associations required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.

• Performs routine nail care.
• Assists physician with diabetic foot exams.
• Rooms patients, removes dressings, cleans wounds, applies dressings and compression wraps.
• Identifies, observes, and documents the physical needs of the patient.
• Reports changes in patient condition.
• Assists patients in transferring and positioning to facilitate appropriate care.
• Provides for or assists patients with activities of daily living as it pertains to care of patients in the Podiatry Clinic.
• Performs pre-visit data gathering and record keeping on new and return patients.
• Executes and documents ongoing patient communication.
• Provides instruction to ensure patient's understanding of medical condition and compliance with treatment instructions.
• Assists with transporting sterile and non-sterile instruments to and from sterile processing.
• Assists in problem solving and troubleshooting in the care and maintenance of equipment and assists in ensuring adequate supplies are available in the Podiatry Clinic.
• Completes necessary charges for appliances and dressings to the patient.
• Orders necessary materials from storeroom and purchasing.
• Prepares and administers medications according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency. May not administer intravenous medications.
• Completes patient tests and treatments per provider’s order according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork accurately and efficiently to expedite laboratory studies.
• Performs phlebotomy and may assist in specific laboratory functions relative to the testing, reporting, and quality assurance of laboratory specimens as educated and overseen by the laboratory.
• May have access to non-controlled medication storage/supply areas and can transport non-controlled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic/unit.
• Prepares and cleans instruments.
• Follows protocols for sterilization and disinfection, including high level disinfection of instruments and equipment.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

• Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply.
• Hours: 8-4:30pm
• Required Experience: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required. Certified by one of the listed governing associations required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves.

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• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
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