Medical Assistant - Mercy Clinic Fenton

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. New hire must attend MA Clinic Academy training. Must have completed all MA Competencies.
• Additional Minimum Requirement(s) (Only For Hospital Outpatient Departments): Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program
• Experience: One year of applicable patient care experience or applicable medical office experience as defined by the clinic
• Additional Preferred Requirement(s) (For Non-HOD Clinics): Certification(s): BLS (Basic Life Support)

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Complete Advanced Standard Rooming with overall achievement >= 90% for the last 6 months including:
  • AWV questionnaire and documentation
  • Thorough Medication Reconciliation
  • Closing all open care gaps as indicated Encounter Guide (Fall Risk, Depression, Breast Cancer Screening, Colorectal Cancer Screening, and Diabetes Eye Exam)
  • Blood Pressure Recheck for patients with elevated initial blood pressure reading
  • Completion of Patient Experience Conversation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Knowledge of common outpatient procedures and equipment
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth
• Demonstrates knowledge of varying differences and behaviors among populations served

Work Environment

• Outpatient clinical setting with frequent patient interaction
• Requires standing, walking, lifting, and use of clinical equipment
• Potential exposure to infectious materials; PPE provided

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period