Certified Medical Assistant - Cma - Pediatrics

Geisinger; Dallas (Luzerne County); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Full benefits including health, dental

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company contributions

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Résumé du poste

Geisinger ConvenientCare Dallas is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient setting. You will work under the direction of providers, preparing patients, performing vitals, EKGs, and wound care, while maintaining safety and efficient clinic flow.

The role includes administrative duties such as scheduling, filing, and handling billing inquiries. CMA/RMA certification is required, with potential for a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CMA/RMA certification preferred or required per bossing associations.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required, with certification from NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.

Responsabilités

• Obtain and document patient visit information using the EMR rooming tool, including reason for visit, vitals, and medication review.
• Set up examination and treatment rooms between patients.
• Assist patients to prepare for provider visits and maintain patient safety and privacy.
• Provide direct patient care directed by providers, including EKGs, wound care, and minor procedures assistance.
• Prepare and administer medications as allowed; may not administer IV medications.
• Complete tests and treatments per orders and policy.
• Collect and prepare lab specimens and perform phlebotomy as supervised.
• Perform receptionist and clerical duties to support patient care and recordkeeping.
• Document accurately in the medical record and use scheduling systems.
• Facilitate timely appointments and handle referrals/pre-authorizations; collect co-pays.
• Participate in orientation of new personnel and support provider communications.
• Support patient education and infection control practices.

Connaissances

Communication

Customer Service

Multitasking

Teamwork

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Description du poste

Location:

Geisinger ConvenientCare Dallas

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

Provides direct patient care and clinical support for physicians and other providers in the outpatient setting. Functions as an integral member of the health care team under the direction of the provider. Performs clinical duties such as preparing patients, collecting and reviewing pertinent information, performing technical duties, documenting using the electronic medical record, and supporting a safe environment for patients. Provides administrative and clerical support for the clinic/department including patient scheduling, filing reports, and following up on documentation, phone calls, and billing inquiries.

Job Duties:

• Obtains and documents, using the rooming tool in the electronic medical record, the patient’s reason for visit, weight, vital signs, visit screening information, medication review, and pertinent information for provider.
• Sets up examination and treatment rooms between cases.
• Assists patient as needed to prepare for visit with provider, takes appropriate measures to assure patient’s safety and privacy.
• Provides direct patient care as directed by provider based on competency and needs of clinic, such as performs EKGs, wound dressings, and functions as support to the provider during minor surgical procedures and ancillary examinations.
• Prepares and administers medications according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency. May not administer intravenous medications.
• Completes patient tests and treatments per provider’s order according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork accurately and efficiently to expedite laboratory studies.
• Performs phlebotomy and may assist in specific laboratory functions relative to the testing, reporting, and quality assurance of laboratory specimens as educated and overseen by the laboratory.
• Performs receptionist and clerical duties to support patient care and functioning of the clinic, including matching and filing ancillary department reports, consultation and other medical reports in patients’ medical records.
• Documents in the appropriate sections to create a complete and accurate medical record.
• Uses the electronic medical record and scheduling system as designated.
• Facilitates timely appointments for patients. Completes referrals and pre-authorizations as needed.
• Collects co-payments.
• Under the direction of the provider and/or site lead, assists with orientation of new personnel.
• Executes and documents ongoing patient communication, as directed by provider, prioritizes communications to the provider, responds to patient questions and requests to ensure efficient use of provider time and timely response to patient needs.
• Reinforces patient education as directed by the provider to support patient’s understanding of instructions.
• May inventory medical/surgical supplies and pharmaceuticals non-controlled substances only to ensure adequate supply levels, verify expiration dates, document utilization, optimize organizational efficiency and space utilization.
• May have access to non-controlled medication storage/supply areas and can transport non-controlled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic/unit.
• Prepares and cleans instruments.
• Follows protocols for sterilization and disinfection, including high level disinfection of instruments and equipment.
• Cleans/sets up examination rooms between patients using established infection prevention protocols.
• Follows hand hygiene and appropriate infection prevention precautions. Routinely inspects/observes condition and operation of diagnostic equipment and instrumentation to ensure proper operation and identifies need for preventive and/or corrective maintenance.
• Responsible for actively participating in patient safety and quality improvement program.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Travel may be required. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

Hiring Incentive:

This position qualifies for a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply.

Position Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited 1-year certificate or 2-year diploma Medical Assistant program preferred. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assist (RMA) required. Certified by one of the listed governing associations required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) anda health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required), Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Preferred)

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months - Default Issuing BodyDefault Issuing Body, Certified Medical Assistant - Default Issuing BodyDefault Issuing Body

Skills:

Communication, Customer Service, Multitasking, Teamwork

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES:

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION : We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.