Medical Assistant Candelas Primary Care Clinic Podiatry
Company: Intermountain Healthcare
Location: Arvada
Posted on: May 9, 2024
|
|
Job Description:
Job Description:A Medical assistant has accountability for
providing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic setting. This
will involve caring for patients with acute and chronic needs in
our Podiatry clinic.External Candidates: To show our commitment to
you and to assist with your transition into our organization, we
will also offer up to a $1,000.00 Sign-on Bonus when
applicable.Scope1.Performs general administrative and patient care
tasks in accordance with the Intermountain Health MGPSMA Scope of
Practice, and other established policies and procedures.2.
Possesses the ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically
within a multi- disciplinary care team.3. Greets and prepare
patients for the health care provider while maintaining a positive
and caring attitude.4. Attentive to patients needs, coordinates
care, administers care, and documents appropriately.5. Provides for
patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights by
observing HIPAA regulations6. Obtains and record patient
information; vital signs, height, weight, allergies, current
medications, medical history, and chief complaint, etc.7.
Demonstrates knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment
room procedures.8. May be required to draw and collect blood
samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.9. Per
Provider request, may perform routine tests including but not
limited to EKGs, hearing and vision screens.10. Schedules patients
for diagnostic testing and follow up as appropriate to ensure
completion of testing.11. Communicates test results to patients and
establish plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the
Provider.12. Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and
examination results in the medical record as directed by the
provider.13. Prepares, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain
equipment; stock patient exam rooms while maintaining cleanliness
and organization and dispose of contaminated items according to
protocol.14. Administers ordered medications and/or vaccines via
oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant
administration.15. Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or
concerns to the practice manager and/or healthcare provider(s).16.
Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as
required.17. Demonstrates sound judgment and composure with the
ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency
situations.18. Promotes mission, vision, and values of
Intermountain Health, and abides by service behavior
standards.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent
is required.Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program
and/or be a certified Medical Assistant.Current BLS Certification
is required upon hire or within 60 days of hire upon approvalThree
(3) months previous experience within a healthcare setting is
required.PreferredOne (1) year Medical Assistant
experience.Successful completion of an Accredited National
Certification Exam for Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) or
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) is preferredTo perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative
of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure,
experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.1. Regular attendance to perform work on site
during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts is
required.2. Able to understand and apply information, policies,
procedures and skills required by the position.3. Possess knowledge
of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.4.
Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in providing safe,
quality patient care.5. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and
treatment procedures as well as medical equipment and instruments
used in administering patient care.6. Proficiency utilizing various
computer software programs, ie: Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic
Health Records, as well as the ability to learn applications
relevant to the position.Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for
employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs,
operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent
interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors
that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and
understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly
and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and
-Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and
delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes
frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care,
accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and
-Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer
patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and
equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and
including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with
transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing
supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and
portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to
navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on
the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary
position for an extended period of time.Anticipated job posting
close date:05/15/2024Location:Candelas ClinicWork City:ArvadaWork
State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this
position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon
experience.$18.29 - $26.12We care about your well-being mind, body,
and spirit which is why we provide our caregivers a generous
benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a
sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy,
happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Learn more about our
comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah
based caregivers , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based
caregivers ; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran
status.by Jobble
Keywords: Intermountain Healthcare, Pueblo , Medical Assistant Candelas Primary Care Clinic Podiatry, Healthcare , Arvada, Colorado
Click
here to apply!
|