Certified Medical Assistant

Description

Job Title:

Department:

Position Summary:

Ambulatory care is a unique healthcare setting. It is characterized by efficient, focused care of patients. The MA in the ambulatory care setting collects subjective and objective health status data from the patient or the patient’s care giver, and communicates this data to the health care provider. The Medical Assistant assists in the care of patients by contributing data to licensed health care professionals;

and following through on the patient’s plan of care under the direction of licensed healthcare professionals. The Medical Assistant communicates the health care provider’s instructions for care to the patient or the patient’s caregiver by transmission of specifically defined information. Ambulatory care is a specialty practice area that is characterized by dealing with situations and issues that are not always predictable.

All job duties must be performed within the WRH Administration pre-defined Scope of Practice guidelines. The Medical Assistant provides care for clinic patients of all ages following established standards and practices. The Medical Assistant functions in a structured care setting and adheres to the policies and procedures established by Winner Regional Health. The Medical Assistant must demonstrate knowledge of clinical procedures for the patient and clerical/administrative functions of the clinic.

The Medical Assistant must possess the ability to perform testing and to communicate patient status data appropriately relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed. The Medical Assistant may also perform phlebotomist blood withdrawals. The Medical Assistant also functions to greet and schedule patients. Other duties as assigned by the Site Supervisor. The Medical Assistant is knowledgeable of and skilled in business administrative office procedures and reception or front desk duties.

The Medical Assistant practices under the responsibility and direct supervision of a person licensed to practice medicine.

Education/

Experience:

Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Assisting. One year of clinical experience preferred.

Required Credentials (Licensure, Certification, or Registration):

South Dakota requires registration as a Medical Assistant with the South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners if practicing in South Dakota. Possession of National Medical Assistant Certification required (CMA). Must be certified within 9 months of registration date or hire/transfer into MA role.

Employment Variables:

Care is delivered to clinic patients of all ages. Work hours vary according to clinic schedules.

Initial Tuberculosis (TB) test and drug screening is required by Winner Regional Health. Rubella titer will also be drawn upon hire and immunization is required if no past exposure or indication of immunization.

Required to wear name tag provided by WRH and to follow the dress code of WRH.

Job Knowledge and

Skills:

Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language and follow oral or written instruction. Excellent oral and written communication skills, work with customers and co-workers in a professional manner.

Direct Supervisor:

Clinic Director

Honesty

We will do the right thing at all times, even if it is difficult, maintaining strong, ethical practices. We protect the confidentiality of others, including patients, staff and the facility as a whole. We will take responsibility for our actions.

Expertise

We will demonstrate superior judgment, training and skill, at all times, demonstrating professionalism while doing so. We will perform all aspects of our job to the best of our ability, utilizing all resources and tools available.

Approachability

We will be non-judgmental, friendly, and open and willing to listen to everyone we come into contact with while performing our duties. We are humble and learn from others.

Respect

We will be understanding and sensitive to others’ feelings; caring and responding in a manner that sets them at ease, keeping the situation in perspective without minimizing others’ feelings or…