Location
Geisinger ConvenientCare Danville
Shift
Rotation (United States of America)
Work Hours and Type
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5
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.
Job Duties
- Obtain and document in the electronic medical record the patient’s reason for visit, weight, vital signs, screening information, medication review, and other pertinent information.
- Prepare the examination and treatment rooms between cases and set up equipment.
- Assist patients with preparation for visits, ensuring safety and privacy.
- Provide direct patient care as directed by the provider, including EKGs, wound dressings, and support during minor surgical procedures.
- Prepare and administer medications per policy and procedure, except intravenous medications.
- Complete patient tests and treatments per provider orders, following policy and procedure.
- Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, perform phlebotomy, and assist with laboratory functions under supervision.
- Perform receptionist and clerical duties, including patient scheduling, filing ancillary reports, and ensuring accurate medical record documentation.
- Use the electronic medical record and scheduling system, facilitate timely appointments, and complete referrals and pre-authorizations.
- Collect co-payments and assist with new personnel orientation under the provider’s or site lead’s direction.
- Document patient communication, prioritize communications to the provider, and respond to patient questions.
- Reinforce patient education to support understanding of instructions.
- Inventory medical/surgical supplies and non-controlled pharmaceuticals, ensuring adequate supply and documentation of utilization.
- Prepare and clean instruments; follow sterilization and disinfection protocols.
- Clean and set up examination rooms between patients using infection prevention protocols.
- Perform hand hygiene and appropriate infection prevention precautions.
- Inspect and observe diagnostic equipment to ensure proper operation and report maintenance needs.
- Participate actively in patient safety and quality improvement programs.
Position Details
- Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required). Preferably a graduate of a one-year certificate or two-year diploma Medical Assistant program.
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year of related work experience (Preferred).
- Certification: Basic Life Support (within 6 months), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required. Certified by one of the following governing associations: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.
- Skills: Communication, customer service, multitasking, teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.