MA - Medical Assistant - Lorain Orthopedics
Company: Mercy Health
Location: Lorain
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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*Requisition* R128318 *Market* Lorain, Ohio *Department* Lorain
Orthopedics - Mercy Health Physicians *Shift* Days/Afternoons
*Schedule* Full-time *Thank you for considering a career at Mercy
Health**** $1500 SIGN ON BONUS**Medical Assistant**Summary of
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position*The Medical Assistant
Certified is a multi-skilled clinical professional that provides
indirect and/or direct patient care within the scope of practice
and in alignment with the standards of excellence and quality.
Under the direction of the provider, the Medical Assistant
contributes to the completion of the patients chief complaint
(including, but not limited, to respirations, blood pressure, pulse
oximetry, height, weight, and temperature), documents
patient/family needs, participates in planning and implementing
care for patients, and administers ordered medications (oral,
injection, topically, etc.) within the Medical Assisting scope and
state guidelines.*Essential Job Functions * Understands and adheres
to the legal responsibilities and requirements within the Medical
Assistant role. Identifies significant changes in patient condition
through data collection and reports them to the provider.
Troubleshoots issues and escalate problems to provider, direct
supervisor, or appropriate internal resource. Demonstrates
standards of excellence in care in all interactions, for both
internal and external customers. Maintains clinical and
administrative skills per the departmental competency guidelines to
meet patient care and daily operational needs. Show patients to
examination rooms and prepare them for the physician. Travels to
other facilities for BSMH providers or adjusts hours to meet
patient care needs as directed by the practice manager as needed.
Maintains a safe and supportive environment by keeping the work
area, exam rooms, and equipment in clean, orderly, and safe manner,
ensuring availability and proper functioning of supplies and
equipment. Assists patient and provider with virtual health visits
which may include setting up the visit through appropriate
platform, pre-charting the virtual visit prior to the scheduled
appointment, contacting the patient to ensure preparedness for the
virtual visit, troubleshooting virtual visit issues when needed,
obtaining chief complaint and health maintenance checks, medication
review, and other relevant patient details prior to the actual
virtual visit. Documents in electronic medical records (EMR)
accurately and appropriately. Manages in basket messages in the
electronic health record (EHR) under the Providers verbatim
instructions. Performs front desk workflows (i.e., My Chart
requests, patient registration, scheduling, phone triage, cash
handling, and check-in/check-out). Follows up on orders,
appointments, referrals, and follow up visits and collects co-pays
as needed. Other duties include, but not limited to, ordering
supplies appropriately, tracking referrals, labs and diagnostic
tests, disposing of contaminated supplies, etc.This document is not
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties,
requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.
Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as
required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable
accommodation.*Licensing/Certification*Active Medical Assisting
certification (required): Certified Medical Assistant (American
Association of Medical Assisting), Registered Medical Assistant
(American Medical Technologists), Certified Clinical Medical
Assistant (National Healthcareer Association, or National Certified
Medical Assistant (National Center for Competency Testing) or
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NCRMA) (National
Association for Health Professionals . If incumbent is unable to
obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order
Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable.BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon
hire, required within 90 days of hire)*Education*High School/GED
(required)*Work Experience*1 year of medical assisting experience
in a healthcare setting (preferred)2 years of clerical physician
practice experience (preferred)*Training*None*Skills* Record
patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as
test results in medical records. Interview patients to obtain
medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and
height. Prepare and administer medications as directed by a
physician. Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens,
log the specimens, and prepare them for testing. Provide authorized
prescription and drug refill information for pharmacies as directed
by provider. Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or
physicians' instructions to patients. Clean and sterilize
instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies. Perform routine
laboratory tests and sample analyses. Perform general office
duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or
completing insurance forms. Successfully completes skills or
competency checklists to be able to help physicians examine and
treat patients, performing such tasks as handing them instruments,
giving injections, removing sutures, changing dressings on wounds.
Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to
collaboratively work with patients, families, and teams within a
high-volume environment. Medical terminology Attention to detail
Ability to multitask Ability to use standard office equipment (i.e.
computer, copier, phone, fax machine)*Working Conditions*Periods of
high stress and fluctuating workloads may occurMay be exposed to
physical altercations and verbal abuseMay be exposed to adverse
weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.May be exposed to
limited hazardous substances or body fluids*May be exposed to human
blood and other potentially infectious materials*May have periods
of constant interruptionsGeneral office environmentRequired to car
travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather
conditions* Individuals in this position are required to exercise
universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and
devices, and learn the policies concerning infection
control.*Physical Requirements*Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.)
1-33%Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.)
1-33%Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%Stoop/Kneel 1-33%Crawling
1-33%Climbing 1-33%Balance 1-33%Bending 1-33%Sitting 34-66%Walking
34-66%Standing 34-66%*Additional Physical
Requirements/Hazards*Manual dexterity (eye/hand
coordination)Maneuver weight of patientsHear alarms/telephone/audio
recorderReach above shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger
DexterityColor VisionAcuity - farAcuity - nearDepth perceptionUse
of latex productsExposure to
toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsExposure to moving mechanical
partsExposure to dust/fumesExposure to x ray/electromagnetic
energy*Patient Population*Demonstrates the knowledge and skills
necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients
served on his or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the
principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses
the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and
interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each
patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs
and to provide the care needed as described in departmental
policies and procedures.Neonates (0-4 weeks)Infant (1-12
months)Pediatrics (1-12 years)Adolescents (13-17 years)Adults
(18-64 years)Geriatrics (65 years and older)MercyHealth is an equal
opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard
work with:* Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision
plans* Prescription drug coverage* Flexible spending accounts* Life
insurance w/AD&D* Employer contributions to retirement savings
plan when eligible* Paid time off* Educational Assistance* And much
more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment
status*S**cheduled Weekly Hours:*40*Work Shift: *Days/Afternoons
*Department: *Lorain Orthopedics - Mercy Health PhysiciansAll
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran
status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of
disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action
plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon
Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia,
Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an
individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable
accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please
contact The Talent Acquisition Team at
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