Medical Assistant
Company: Mid Michigan Health
Location: Midland
Posted on: October 21, 2024
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Job Description:
Summary
**Position will be located at EZCare Bay City**
**Sign on bonus eligible for external applicants**
Under direct supervision of the provider, will be responsible for
patient assessment and care, and maintaining appropriate
documentation. This position must have basic knowledge of specialty
and/or primary care and able to assess, plan, implement and
evaluate care for patients. This position is responsible for
coordinating care to assure high quality, compassionate patient
care is provided. They will maintain and oversee patients at the
office locations and will act as the liaison with other
organizations and departments. This position may be required to
order all medical, pharmacy supplies, and office supplies to manage
patient care. They will assure compliance with all the
policies/procedures of MyMichigan Health and follow Occupational
safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, Clinical
laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations, and all
appropriate regulatory agencies. They will coordinate with and
train any new employees, students and float staff as required. The
clinical person will provide patient education, assist with
specialty care modalities, symptom management, be available for
emergencies, monitor for compliance and the effects of care
management with high risk patients, educate on prescriptions and
teach the patient and family the reasons for the medication and
side effects, coordinate and ensure continuity of care with other
providers. Also, may perform general office duties (keyboarding,
filing, telephone, computer and office equipment) as needed. The
expectations outlined in this job description may vary slightly
depending on the practice in which you are assigned. Your immediate
supervisor will be able to clarify your responsibilities for
you.
Responsibilities
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides complete patient assessment as indicated within the scope
of the practice.
Performs patient care measures including injections, minor dressing
changes, and obtaining blood specimens. In some practices may be
required to, demonstrate competency to assist with procedures such
as, but not limited to electrocardiogram (EKG), Pulmonary Function
Test (PFT), Ankle Brachial Pressure Index (ABI), and Non-stress
Test (NST).
Assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients
and co-workers. If applicable, maybe required to travel to
satellite clinics.
Understands necessary computer functions in the office setting:
MAPS, MCIR Practice Management, Electronic Medical Records, LIS,
Emageon, dictation systems, and any other necessary programs to
assist providers and staff.
Demonstrates critical thinking for patient management.
Maintains a high level of confidentiality and ensures patient's
rights in accordance with proper procedures and in compliance with
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act).
May be asked to perform clerical duties - filing out insurance
forms, correspondence, arranging hospital admission, answering the
telephone, updating/filing patient's medical records. Orders
supplies and medications.
Maintains a system for accurately documenting and coding, in the
medical record as appropriate and per policy. Participate in annual
review for quality and completeness as necessary.
Provides for the age specific needs of the population served
according to department standards and policies/procedures as
evidenced by observation, documentation and peer feedback.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees
need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft - Windows. An employee
may be required to participate in further learning opportunities
offered by MyMichigan Health.
Certifications and Licensures
BLS: Basic Life Support Within 3 months of hire or transfer
MA CERT: Medical Assistant
As required by Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to be employed
through MidMichigan Health all Medical Assistants must possess one
of the following active certification/licensure:
Required Education
High school diploma or GED required
Other Information
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:
Excellent interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully
with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels
to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable
manner.
Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
training must be done annually according to the Exposure Control
Plan.
Knowledge of medical office policies, practices and procedures as
normally acquired through three to five years working in the health
care system or similar setting.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public
contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex
materials or appropriate substitute if required for your
position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted
device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as
outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted
device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May
require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or
crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially
infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne
pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work
independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to
stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching,
grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these
movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0-33%
of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the
workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.
Associated topics: family, family medicine, family medicine
physician, family practice physician, general practice, physician,
physician md, practitioner, primary care, urgent care
Keywords: Mid Michigan Health, Midland , Medical Assistant, Healthcare , Midland, Michigan
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