Medical Assistant II - Montgomery Surgical Specialist

Baptist Health - Central Alabama · Montgomery, AL · 4 wk ago

HealthcareFull-time

Highlights

Medical Assistant should provide quality patient care in a prompt and professional manner; assists in delivery of patient education; responsible for communication of patient information to and from physician; assumes various job tasks as assigned. Responsible for direct, individualized, goal-directed patient care under the supervision of Physician. Responsible for scrubbing on surgical procedures and knowledgeable of the principles of aseptic technique and sterilization. Performs a variety of tasks such as care of instruments, supplies, sutures, needles and basic equipment as well as stocking, cleaning and inventory, etc. This position will be responsible for scheduling all surgical and endoscopy cases for practice physicians.

Education / Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required with medical training through a certificate program or at least 2 years experience as a medical assistant in a clinical setting, (Ex: clinical lab, physician's office, Emergency Medical Tech., etc.).
Understanding of Medical Terminology required.
Experience in one of the following areas is preferred- LPN, Lab, Radiology, Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Physician Office, Scrub Tech.

Licenses / Certifications

CMA or RMA preferred,
BLS required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of the following equipment: Ultrasound, automated sphygmomanometer, L-Dex machine, wheel chair, and thermometers.
Knowledge of scheduling for diagnostic tests/lab orders.
Organizational skills.
Oral and written communication and computer skills.
Customer services skills.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
Ability to show proficiency by passing all written and clinical test.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 10% of the workday and mobility 90% of the workday.
There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.
Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds.
Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.
Much exposure to computer work.
Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock.
Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks.
Some exposure to hazardous chemicals.
Some exposure to radiation.

Primary Location

Montgomery Surgical Specialists

Job

Medical Assistant II - Montgomery Surgical Specialist