Medical Assistant

About the role

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is a top 13.6% ranked facility recognized by CMS. It employs over 850 dedicated staff and 100+ experts across 25 specialties. Located in the scenic Big Horn Mountains, it combines advanced technology with a collaborative culture.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with other departments for patient-centered care.
• Demonstrates effective communication, conflict resolution, team building, and leadership skills.
• Complies with Kindness First Service Standards.
• Cleans patient rooms after discharge.
• Prepares room, equipment, and supplies as needed.
• Screens incoming telephone calls for appropriate referrals.
• Orders and maintains clinical and office supplies and equipment.
• Maintains patient files, records, and other information.
• Compiles statistical data for reports.
• Receives and prepares patients for examination and treatment.
• Obtains and records history and vital signs.
• Charts and documents in the medical record.
• Collects laboratory specimens as needed.
• Assists physicians and non-physician providers in preparing for minor procedures and physical exams.
• Performs minor procedures such as stitch and staple removal, application of dressings, splints, and casts.
• Provides instruction to patients as directed.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment per SMH/BHHN sterile processing guidelines.
• Gives injections, limited to influenza and pneumococcal vaccines and TDAP per provider order.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Six (6) months experience in a medical field required OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit assignment.

Skills

• Proficient in basic patient care and treatment.
• Competent to perform routine, non-complex aspects of patient care.
• Knowledgeable in pharmacology specific to the department for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines and guidelines.
• Knowledgeable in pharmacology specific to department.
• Orders non-stock supplies through the Material Management computer system.
• Attends and actively participates in departmental staff meetings and committees.
• Completes all mandatory education; participates in continuing education activities within the department and organization.

Benefits

Job Summary: Assists in the delivery of patient care/treatment and provides clerical and administrative support. Works collaboratively with the Physician, Non-Physician Provider, RN, LPN, and other departmental personnel to meet the physical, psychosocial, educational, and spiritual needs of the patient and family.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

N/A

Requirements

Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Six (6) months experience in a medical field required OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit assignment.