Certified Medical Assistant - Neurology

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000/yr

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Geisinger is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) to join the GWV Medical Office Building team. The role supports patient care, rooming, and procedures in a busy clinic on days from 8:30 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.

Eligible candidates receive a $3,000 signing bonus. CMA/RMA certification through NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA and completion of an approved program are required.

Qualifications

• Must be CMA or RMA; graduate of a 1-year certificate or 2-year diploma program.
• Certification by NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA is required.

Responsabilités

• Document patient information and vital signs using the EMR rooming tool.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms between patients.
• Provide direct patient care as directed; assist with minor procedures and wound care.

Connaissances

Certified Medical Assistant

Patient care

Vital signs

EKG

Formation

CMA or RMA certification/education

Outils

EMR systems

Description du poste

Location

GWV Medical Office Building

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Worker Type

Regular

Exemption Status

No

Job Summary

$3000 Signing Bonus, if eligible. Full-Time; Days 8:30am - 5pm; Monday – Friday. REQUIRES: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assist (RMA). Certified by one of the following required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA; must be Medical Assistant Graduate of an accredited 1-year certificate or 2-year diploma Medical Assistant program.

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

Caring for your health and well-being.

• 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) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contribution
• 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.