Medical Assistant

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a part-time Clinical Assistant in Plymouth. The role involves preparing patients for exams, assisting physicians, and performing clinical tasks in an efficient manner. Ideal candidates will possess a Medical Assistance certification and relevant experience, ensuring quality patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus of $1,000

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a medical office preferred.
• Written and verbal English skills at 12th grade level.
• American Heart Association BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers clinical assistance to patients within the outpatient clinic.
• Prepares patient for the physical exam and maintains optimal flow.
• Assists the physician/provider with treatment and procedures.

Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Organize

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Assistance

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

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Under the direction of the registered nurse and physician, delivers clinical assistance to patients within the outpatient clinic. Reviews and prepares medical record prior to clinic start. Ensures all recent laboratory, consult and ancillary reports are present in the record. Escorts patients into the exam area. Prepares patient for the physical exam. Maintains optimal flow of patients for efficiency of practice. Takes and records routine vital signs, heights, weights. Obtains and documents limited patient history and present symptoms. Assists the physician/provider with treatment and procedures as directed. Obtains, labels and sends patient specimens as ordered. Ensures accurate coding for visits and procedures performed. Assists nursing staff in the treatment rooms as directed. May be required to perform direct patient care, i.e., assist with physical care, vital signs, patient monitoring, specimen retrieval. Carries out other tasks as directed by the Clinical Leader, Charge Nurse, or Director. Assists in data entry. Organize, store and refill medical supplies in exam/treatment areas. Maintain, and adhere to all Jordan Hospital, OSHA, CLIA, and government regulations. Transports patients to other setting as directed. Assists receptionists with telephone management, visitor assistance, etc. Schedules patient appointments in unit and with other departments or physicians. Copies appropriate records and distributes them. Files records as directed. Performs all tasks in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit. Knowledge of medical terminology required. Ability to organize. Knowledge of computer programs, systems. Demonstrated communication skills, verbal and written. 1-2 years experience in a medical office preferred. Written and verbal English skills at 12th grade level. Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Assistance required. Medical Assistant certification preferred. American Heart Association BLS required. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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