Medical Assistant - Primary Care

About the role

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs clinical duties and some administrative functions under the direction of medical group providers. This role supports the Mission of Frederick Health and complies with the Standards of Behavior.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to examination room within a timely fashion to maintain patient flow
• Interviews patients to obtain medical information and records history in medical record to include patient medications and allergies
• Obtains and records vital signs in the EHR and notifies physician/midlevel of any concerns
• Records all medications and laboratory results in the EHR. Updates information with each visit
• Educates patients and families on treatment procedures, medications, and other physician instructions
• Aids physicians during examinations, routine medical procedures and complex medical procedures
• Prepares for procedure according to physician preference. Establishes and maintains a sterile field
• Performs minor medical procedures such as dressing changes, phlebotomy, and gives injections
• Removes staples, sutures and drains when requested by physician
• Absolutely directed calls, takes accurate messages or responds to call by utilizing medical knowledge of policies, procedures and practices
• Reviews all medical tests and results for abnormalities, immediately notifies providers when indicated and accurately files them in the EHR
• Processes prescription refills as instructed by the physician or physician extender, provides prescription information to pharmacies, and accurately records prescription information in the EHR
• Utilizes eRX
• Prepares treatment rooms, keeping rooms neat and clean and stocked
• Practices proper disposal of contaminated instruments and materials
• Maintains and stocks supplies in examination and procedure rooms
• Ensures all supplies are within date of expiration
• Ensures all medical equipment is in proper working order by responsible inspecting party
• Cleans and sterilizes equipment
• Aids with orientation of new staff to practice, policies and procedures
• Supports Leadership with day-to-day operations

Requirements

• Certified/Licensed MA preferred, CNA, EMT or LPN - Associates degree or higher in healthcare preferred
• One - Two years of experience in medical practice or clinical setting
• CPR Certification
• Computer skills preferably to include knowledge of EMR, MS Office applications, with knowledge of organization EMR preferred
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team based environment
• Patient Contact Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups: Neonate (0 thru 30 days), Infant (31 thru 12 months), Child (13 months thru 12 years), Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years), Adult (18 years thru 65 years), Geriatric (66+ years)
• Possess the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/department’s policies and procedures
• Physical Demands Medium Work – Lifting up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 25 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 75 pounds infrequently or up to 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour). Ergonomic Risk Factors Repetition: Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscle involved Forceful Exertion: The amount of physical effort required to perform a task (such as moving patients) or to maintain control of equipment or tools. The amount of force depends on the type of grip, the weight of an object or person, body posture, the type of activity and the duration of the task. Awkward Posture: Posture is the position your body is in and its effect on the muscle groups that are involved in the physical activity. Awkward postures include repeated or prolonged reaching, twisting, bending, kneeling, squatting, working overhead with your hands or arms, or holding fixed positions. Moderate walking and standing Working Conditions Blood borne Pathogen Exposure Risk Category A – WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids

Qualifications

• Minimum Education, Training, And Experience Required: Certified/Licensed MA preferred, CNA, EMT or LPN - Associates degree or higher in healthcare preferred. One - Two years of experience in medical practice or clinical setting. CPR Certification. Computer skills preferably to include knowledge of EMR, MS Office applications, with knowledge of organization EMR preferred. Ability to work independently, as well as in a team based environment. Patient Contact Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups: Neonate (0 thru 30 days), Infant (31 thru 12 months), Child (13 months thru 12 years), Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years), Adult (18 years thru 65 years), Geriatric (66+ years).

Skills

• Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status.

Benefits

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, 403B retirement plan with employer match, free financial planning sessions, educational assistance program, and Employee Assistance Program. Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable. Hourly range: $20.00 -$27.77.