Medical Assistant - Family Medicine Granite Run
Company: WellSpan Health Services
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: October 22, 2024
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Job Description:
ScheduleFull Time : 40 hours per week, (One evening per week
untill 8:00 pm and one Saturday per month 8:00 am -12:00 pm.Sign on
bonus eligibleGeneral SummaryProvides safe, therapeutic and
efficient care and services to patients. Assists in direct patient
care, performs treatments, administers medications (if qualified
and appropriately supervised), and instructs patients and their
families in appropriate care, as directed by their provider. Is an
active team participant in the patient-centered practice, by aiding
in the development of office workflows that support patient
centered care. Specific clinical duties and responsibilities can
vary depending on the specialty you work at (see applicable
competency checklist for department specific duties and
responsibilities).Duties and ResponsibilitiesEssential
Functions:Obtains and documents reason for visit, patient vital
signs which may include: Temperature, blood pressure, weight, BMI,
respirations, and pulse.Collects specimens as directed by provider.
Uses appropriate equipment and protocols for specimen collection,
processing, handling, and storage. Ensures all specimens are
tracked/logged prior to transportation to lab.Ensures all patient
care areas are adequately stocked with unexpired medical supplies
and has equipment that is in good working condition with up to date
biomedical assessment checks. Properly handles, stores, and cleans
instruments, equipment, and supplies per manufacturer
guidelines.Prepares patients for scheduled procedures by assuring
patient is appropriately gowned and instruments and supplies are
set-up. Uses Standard Precautions for all patient
encounters.Arranges for patients' ordered diagnostic and
therapeutic services by completing necessary paperwork and
scheduling of appointments. Under the direction of the provider,
tracks, reviews and monitors follow-up of diagnostic test results.
Relays information from the provider to the patient regarding
results and follow-up instructions.Under the direct supervision of
a licensed nurse or provider, prepares and administers vaccines,
medications and controlled substances/narcotics as prescribed by
the provider and as skilled competencies permit. Asks prescribed
screening questions, identifies risks and contraindications,
questions and observes for appropriate responses.Documents and
processes prescription requests and refills per protocol.Performs
basic office procedures, examinations and/or tests ordered by
provider and as skill competencies demonstrate competence (i.e.
EKGs, ear lavage, vision tests etc.).Provides patients with
standard patient care instructions and education, and reviews with
patient and family members as directed by providers (i.e. VIS
sheets etc.).Obtains comprehensive health information from
patient/family members to review with providers or clinical
resource over the phone. Uses this information to assist providers
in determining the urgency for care or an alternative venue for
care for patients with acute problems, should access not be readily
available at the practice. Returns calls to patient in a timely
matter.Completes pre-visit planning and visit prep according to
established guidelines. Obtains comprehensive health information
from patient/family members at the time of the visit. This may
include review of systems and history of present illness and/or
past medical and social history. Obtains an accurate medication
review updating the EHR. Completes office standing orders for the
chronic and preventative healthcare needs of the
patient.Efficiently manages daily patient flow to manage
fluctuating patient volumes and demands. Prioritizes daily patient
care tasks and activities that are delegated by the care team,
including but not limited to in basket management.Under the
direction of your supervisor, takes ownership in an office
function/process improvement.Maintains strict confidentiality of
patient's health information. Completes annual WSH Corporate
Compliance, and other mandatory education.Supports the provider
during the visit and patient exam by collecting and entering
information in the patient record, carrying out orders and
completing post visit patient care education and
instructions.Maintains an 80% or higher on all yearly audits
performed.Common Expectations:Demonstrates a commitment to
patients, visitors and staff by: complying with all applicable
safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and
methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual
and potential errors into the Safety Reporting System (SRS System),
as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to
standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to
increased safety; and participating in safety education programs
and root cause analyses as required.Maintains established policies
and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety,
environmental and infection control standards.Maintains the
cleanliness of work areas as required.Maintains professional growth
and development.Embraces the concepts for ensuring a positive
patient/family experience every visit, every time. Fosters teamwork
with coworkers, and providers. Practices fiscal responsibility
through improvement and innovation. Attends Practice
meetings.Maintains required clinical competencies throughout
employmentResponsible for the care and maintenance of
department/entity equipment and supplies; mail distribution.Enters
and/or retrieves data from established computer files using
knowledge of various computer software
applications.QualificationsMinimum Education:Certificate of
completion from an accredited Medical Assistant program (Diploma)
Or National Medical Assistant Certification Upon Hire
RequiredLicenses:Certificate of completion from an accredited
Medical Assistant program (Diploma) Or National Medical Assistant
Certification Upon Hire Required andBasic Life Support Upon Hire
Required
Keywords: WellSpan Health Services, Lancaster , Medical Assistant - Family Medicine Granite Run, Other , Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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