Certified Medical Assistant - OB/GYN - LaGrange

Wellstar Health System; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and other clinicians in a fast-paced care setting. You will handle front- and back-office duties, gather vital signs, prepare patients for exams, assist during treatments, and coordinate tests and follow-up care.

Your collaboration with the care team will help ensure a safe, high-quality patient experience. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or Medical Assisting certificate, BLS certification, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or Medical Assisting certificate.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• CMA/NCMA/AMT/NHA/CCMA or equivalent certification on hire.
• Experience in a physician practice is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and records vital signs and patient information for visits.
• Prepares patients for exams and assists during treatments.
• Coordinates tests and follow-up care with providers.
• Records treatments in the medical record.
• Supports front office tasks including check-in/check-out when needed.
• Maintains patient safety and delivers patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

English language

Computer basics

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma / GED / Medical Assisting certificate

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)Job Summary:The Medical Assistant (MA) provides support to physicians and other healthcare professionals by performing clinical and administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient care delivery. The MA works closely with patients, handling both front- and back-office functions in a fast-paced medical setting. The Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Nurse Supervisor and/or Practice/Office Manager. Key responsibilities of the role include gathering and recording vital signs and other pertinent patient information for the visit, preparing patients for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care, and recording treatment in the medical record. The MA recognizes patient's needs and symptoms in advance and responds appropriately, always keeping patient safety and the patient experience at the center of care delivery. The MA demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages.Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:Clinical Duties and ExpectationsProvides relationship-based, patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g., age, gender, disease, etc.) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity.Partners with the patient and significant others and/or family (as appropriate); keeping the patient at ease in the office through a collaborative and communicative approach to all care rendered.Prepares patient for the visit with the physicians/APPs.Prepares rooms and equipment, and aids physicians/APPs with treatment of patients.Carries out orders generated from the office visit. Responds to patient requests generated outside of the office visit.Maintains the safety needs of the patient at all times.May be required to support front office operations by assisting with check-in, check-out, scheduling, and other non-clinical functions.Exemplary Practice and OutcomesProvides patient care in accordance with recognized clinical practice guidelines and standards set forth by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or similar organizations.Adheres to federal, state, and local laws and regulations as well as organizational and industry standards for clinical care.Upholds all health care system/organizational and WMG policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description.Teamwork and CollaborationCollaborates with providers, nurses, and clinical staff to uphold continuity and consistency of care.Participates in daily huddles, staff meetings, and medical group, or system workgroups/committees to represent the voice of the medical assistant.Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in an inclusive manner that promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members.Participates in quality improvement initiatives to ensure alignment with best practices in medical assisting.May be asked to serve as a preceptor to assist in the onboarding and/or training of new team members, trainees, or students.Professional Development and InitiativeCompletes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessments, required mandatory education, and population-specific education.Demonstrates leadership by identifying areas for improvement in care delivery and suggesting innovative solutions.Participates in workgroups, committees, and shared decision-making groups.Regularly reflects on personal performance and areas of strength or weakness. Uses this insight to seek out relevant training or mentorship to continuously improve.Resources and SupportSupports efficient and effective use of material resources in a fiscally responsible manner. Minimizes waste of medical supplies and medications.Alerts supervisors or ordering staff when supplies are running low.May be asked to provide staffing coverage for absences, vacations, and leave.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.Required Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma / GED General or Other / Certificate Medical Assisting

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
• CMA - Cert Medical Assistant or NRCMA (NAHP) - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or NCMA - National Certified Medical Assistant or RMA - Registered Medical Assistant or CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):Current certification from one of the following medical assisting credentialing bodies: AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NHA (CCMA), NCCT (NCMA), NAHP (NRCMA) Upon Hire RequiredRequired Minimum Experience:Experience in the physician practice setting Preferred andMinimum 1 year Experience in the area or specialty the candidate is applying for PreferredRequired Minimum Skills:Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction. HighAbility to read, write and speak English language; basic computer skills required. HighMust be organized and attentive to detail. HighAbility to engage in teamwork and maintain positive working relationships. High

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