Certified Medical Assistant Job Winnsboro Louisiana USA,Healthcare

Location: Winnsboro

POSITION: MEDICAL ASSISTANT

DEPARTMENT: NEPHROLOGY

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

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JOB SUMMARY

Provides clinical and administrative support under the direction of physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing supervisors.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS

Responsible to the Rural Health Clinic Director

Positions Directly Supervised:
None

Regular Contact with all Rural Health Clinic personnel, Physicians, and the public.

MISSION STATEMENT

As an integral part of our community, Franklin Medical Center's mission is to provide the highest quality health care and customer satisfaction to all those we serve. We are committed to delivering compassionate, capable, and personalized treatment to our patients and their families, always keeping in mind that our responsibility is to the health needs of the people.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Greets patients in a polite, prompt, helpful, and professional manner and provides any necessary instructions/directions

Assists with clerical activities related to patient registration, appointment scheduling, patient intake, data verification, office communications, and filing/scanning of patient records

Verifies patient information by interviewing patients, recording medical history, and confirming purpose of visit

Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; and reporting patient history summary

Assists healthcare providers with exams, procedures, and patient care as directed

Performs routine clinical tasks such as applying bandages, dressings, and splints; and obtaining specimens, as ordered by the healthcare provider

Obtains specimens using proper technique and following policy and procedure for labeling

Responds to patient inquiries and provide assistance by phone within scope of practice

Assist with patient outreach for lab results, chronic disease follow-up, and preventative-care reminders

Assists in maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary front desk and waiting area to ensure a safe, professional, and welcoming environment for patients and staff

Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations

Prepares and sanitize patient rooms to uphold hygiene standards and prevent infection

Assists in inventory management to support efficient patient care and clinic workflow

Performs routine preventative maintenance on clinic equipment to support patient care

Reports all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc. to the supervisor immediately

Serves and protects the facility by adhering to professional standards, facility policies and procedures; and federal, state, and local requirements.

Accurately document patient information and clinical activities in the Electronic Health Record system

Maintains patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations

All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS Education and Training

High School diploma or equivalent is required. Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or experience as a Medical/Clinical Assistant is required. A Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) is preferred. Current BLS certification or completion within 90 days of employment.

Work Experience

One (1) year of experience as a Medical Assistant/Clinical Assistant is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
Interpersonal skills and compassion
Analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem solving
Attention to detail
Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to move about the office and facility to perform job functions and provide services as well as access various departments and patient care areas
May remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time at a desk
Perform manual dexterity tasks such as taking vital signs, applying dressings, utilizing medical equipment, etc.
Frequent use of hands, wrists, and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, etc.
Constantly position self, such as bending, stooping, etc. to maintain and access office and medical equipment and provide patient care.
Ability to work in a fast-paced stressful environment
Operates a computer, office, and patient care machinery
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, visitors,…