Medical Assistant (CCMA, CMA, NCMA, RMA, EMT or LPN)
Company: Metropolitan Pediatrics Llc
Location: Beaverton
Posted on: March 13, 2023
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Job Description:
This position is eligible for our $1000 sign on bonus.
The Medical Assistant works closely with a team of providers and
advanced providers to ensure the delivery of high quality,
patient-centered care. The MAC is responsible for timely and
efficient patient interaction as well as assisting with exams,
procedures, and tests under the supervision of a licensed medical
provider in a Medical Home environment.
Essential Functions/ Responsibilities
Escort patients to examination rooms, obtain vital signs, review
and reconcile pertinent patient information and history in
preparation for appointment with provider.
Administer diagnostic tests and physician-approved procedures, such
as immunizations and others as assigned.
Successfully collaborate and work in support of the team to ensure
efficient and quality patient care.
Update the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) with relevant
information.
Successfully work in a fast-paced, changing environment. with
effective time management and ability to multi-task and prioritize
workload.
Schedule patient appointments answer the telephone, and follow-up
with patients/families in a professional and courteous manner.
Participate in site-specific and clinic-wide initiatives on an
ongoing basis.
Attend and actively participates in huddles and team meetings.
Always maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient
information.
Sustain excellent patient interactions using clear communication
and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain acceptable standards of office conduct.
Punctual, regular, timely, and dependable attendance.
Secondary Functions
Maintain inventory, checking expiration dates and stock levels of
medical supplies for the clinic.
Track vaccine inventory ensure pulling correct stock.
Other duties as assigned by manager.
Specific Job Skills
Aptitude for relating well to the pediatric population and their
families.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both in person and
over the telephone.
Strong customer service, time-management, and decision-making
skills essential.
Effectively present and demonstrate relevant information to
families and peers.
Must be able to perform a variety of job functions related to a
medical setting (i.e., medical procedures).
Excellent attention to detail.
Fluent English.
General math skills.
Working knowledge of computer hardware/software required.
Job Scope
Performs duties with moderate supervision, operating from
established and well-known procedures. Decisions are based on
recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm.
Mistakes/errors may result in disrupting scheduled patient flow,
holding up insurance billing, incorrect EMR documentation, causing
poor patient relations, and/or damage to patient care services, all
of which can have negative financial implications for the
organization.
Job Conditions
This position requires the incumbent to work in an environment
where there may be regular exposure to the following:
Equipment, materials, dressings, linens, or personal items soiled
with blood/body fluids. This would include cleaning and
disinfecting soiled items, surfaces, or materials.
Handling of infectious waste.
Handling specimens of blood or body fluids, including secretions
and excretions.
Exposure to various chemical agents typically used in a clinical
setting.
Must be able to stand, stoop, walk, bend, and kneel for prolonged
periods of time.
Work closely with others in a team setting.
Work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Interpersonal Contacts
This position has both internal and external contacts. The most
common internal contacts are with own site staff and supervisor.
The most frequent external contacts are with patients. Both types
of contacts are as a result of regular, ongoing duties and involve
information exchange and problem solving. The majority of all
contacts are with external customers face-to-face and over the
telephone. All other contacts are internal in nature.
Education/ Experience
High school education or equivalent required.
6-12 months of experience in a clinical setting or relevant courses
taken at an accredited vocational school, or a combination of both
required.
Have and maintain throughout your employment one of the following
certifications or licenses:
Medical assistant credentials from a national organization such as
CCMA, CMA, NCMA or RMA. If not currently certified, this position
requires you to obtain medical assistant credentials within 6
months from date of hire.
EMT certification
Oregon LPN license
Prior EMR experience preferred.
CPR or BLS required and maintained.%3665497% %%medtech%%
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