Clinic Certified Medical Assistant - Rapid Care - FT

$37,898 - $51,168/Yr

Memorial Regional Health - Craig, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Craig, CO

Hospitals

About the position

The Clinic Certified Medical Assistant at Rapid Care is responsible for providing essential support to healthcare providers and ensuring a positive patient experience. This role involves preparing patients for examinations, maintaining compliance with regulations, and assisting in various clinical procedures. The Medical Assistant will also play a key role in patient education and safety assessments, while collaborating with other staff members to enhance patient care.

Responsibilities

• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the provider.
• Record patients' past medical history, vaccine status, vital statistics, and medication reconciliation.
• Maintain compliance with department, clinic, and state and federal regulations and policies.
• Receive, greet, and direct phone calls; take messages and document in patient's record.
• Care for instruments by cleaning, packaging, and sterilizing them as needed.
• Participate in mandatory in-services and attend staff meetings.
• Follow policy and procedures diligently.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency preparedness and participate in drills.
• Respect the confidentiality of patient records and use discretion in discussing patient information in accordance with HIPAA.
• Utilize all department forms and documents in EMRs appropriately.
• Identify victims and understand the process for reporting abuse.
• Collect, label, and transport all specimens appropriately.
• Demonstrate proper techniques when setting up for procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency and routine equipment and procedures.
• Collaborate with patient care planning and participate in education specific to patient diagnosis and needs.
• Assist providers with special tests and procedures.
• Act as a resource person to other staff members.
• Be a positive and supportive team member to staff members and other departments within the organization.
• Participate in process improvement teams or interdepartmental efforts.
• Assess every patient for safety, medication dosage appropriateness, and other needs.
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, providers, and staff.
• Complete workload as assigned.
• Accurately administer medication and perform treatment in accordance with standards of care.
• Translate medications into pediatric doses and use proper equipment for patient's size and age.
• Float to other clinical departments as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age (21 for driving positions).
• Must be able to legally work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
• Must complete employee health meeting.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Course.
• Must be Registered or Certified as a Medical Assistant.
• Current BLS certification (must be obtained within 90 days of hire).
• Up to one year experience with patients in a clinic setting preferred.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life
• Retirement
• Paid Time Off