Clinical Specialist (PRN)

OSS Health; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Medical, Dental, Vision on first day

Disability, Life Insurance within 90日

401(k) plan and profit sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

OSS Health in the Hanover area seeks a Medical Assistant to support the Orthopedic and Pain clinics. You will assist physicians, prepare exam rooms, document in the EMR, and help with patient flow.

This PRN/part-time role requires completing a Medical Assistant certification within 6 months, BLS, and comfort with vitals and injections. Travel to Gettysburg as needed.

Strong communication and patient-service focus are essential, with competitive wages and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; MA certification preferred.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain before independent work.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and assist the physician in examinations.
• Interview patients, measure vitals, and record information.
• Prepare treatment rooms and assist with injections and casts.
• Submit prescriptions and document in EMR, coordinate scheduling.
• Travel to Gettysburg office as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

EMR systems

Vital signs

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant certification preferred

Tools

EMR software

Job description

At OSS Health, our mission is to continually strive to be the healthcare leader in quality, innovation and value. We make every effort to understand and exceed the expectations and needs of our patients. We are committed to providing an environment that is safe, respectful, and dignified at all times.

Joining OSS Health means joining a culture of excellence and teamwork, with a strong focus on employee development and community support. OSS Health offers a great work environment, professional development opportunities, meaningful careers, and competitive compensation.

JOB SUMMARY:

Assists the physician, along with other members of the team, in providing medical care to patients of the Orthopedic and/or Pain clinic. Assists with the maintenance of patients’ electronic medical records. Provides exceptional customer service to the patient, patient’s family and colleagues.

SCHEDULE:

• PRN staff must work a minimum sixteen (16) hours per thirty (30) days. One shift would need to include an evening or weekend.
• High volume months (June, July and August) PRN staff must work a minimum of twenty (20) hours per thirty (30) days. Two shifts would need to include an evening or weekend.
• Hours vary Monday-Friday 8am - 7pm and Saturday- Sunday 9am- 3pm
• Travel to Gettysburg office as needed

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Welcomes the patient to the clinical area by accompanying him/her to the examination room.
• Under direction of physician, assists in examination and treatment of patients.
• Interviews patients, measures vitals (i.e. pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height) and accurately records information.
• Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Assists with removal of staples and/or sutures.
• Prepares injections and assists physician with administration of injections.
• Assists physicians in applying casts, splints, etc.
• Completes necessary documentation in the electronic medical recordkeeping system.
• Coordinates scheduling surgeries and appointments.
• Assists with patient inquiries regarding medication and post-operative treatment.
• Submits prescriptions to pharmacy as ordered by physician, both telephonically and electronically.
• Acts as agent for licensed provider.
• Travels to other locations as needed.
• When acting as Preceptor (after completing Preceptor training):
• Assists with the completion of the new hire’s orientation checklist. Collaborates with the Clinical Educator to create goals and monitor the new hire’s success in completing these goals.
• Serves as a role model and resource for the new hire. Uses resources appropriately to guide new hire through the on-boarding process. Assists new hire with transitioning to new work area, introducing him or her to peers, co-workers and the culture of the organization and department.
• Assesses the learning needs and readiness to learn of the new hire. Plans learning activities and experiences for the new hire to facilitate improvement to competencies. Teaches new skills and reinforces previous learning.
• Provides feedback and evaluates performance of the new hire.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or its equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited business school or college with focus in medical assisting preferred.

EXPERIENCE/ QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Medical Assistant certification or an ability to obtain within (6) months of employment.
• Current certification in basic life support (BLS) required, or the ability to obtain before working independently with patients.
• May have limited experience working in a medical practice or hospital setting. Experience is generally acquired through the completion of an internship or externship as part of the business school or college program.
• Familiarity with general medical terminology, including but not limited to: body parts and orthopaedic-specific disorders.
• Must possess the ability to effectively and accurately use the electronic medical records system.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 80% of work time.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive Wages
• Medical, Dental, Vision available on the first day of employment
• Disability, and Life Insurance within 90 days
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan andprofit sharing

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

Education:

• High school diploma or its equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited business school or college with focus in medical assisting preferred.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of experience
• Current Medical Assistant certification or an ability to obtain within (6) months of employment.
• Current certification in basic life support (BLS) required, or the ability to obtain before working independently with patients.
• May have limited experience working in a medical practice or hospital setting. Experience is generally acquired through the completion of an internship or externship as part of the business school or college program.
• Familiarity with general medical terminology, including but not limited to: body parts and orthopaedic-specific disorders.
• Must possess the ability to effectively and accurately use the electronic medical records system.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 80% of work time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Welcomes the patient to the clinical area by accompanying him/her to the examination room.
• Under direction of physician, assists in examination and treatment of patients.
• Interviews patients, measures vitals (i.e. pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height) and accurately records information.
• Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Assists with removal of staples and/or sutures.
• Prepares injections and assists physician with administration of injections.
• Assists physicians in applying casts, splints, etc.
• Completes necessary documentation in the electronic medical recordkeeping system.
• Coordinates scheduling surgeries and appointments.
• Assists with patient inquiries regarding medication and post-operative treatment.
• Submits prescriptions to pharmacy as ordered by physician, both telephonically and electronically.
• Acts as agent for licensed provider.
• Travels to other locations as needed.
• When acting as Preceptor (after completing Preceptor training):
• Assists with the completion of the new hire’s orientation checklist. Collaborates with the Clinical Educator to create goals and monitor the new hire’s success in completing these goals.
• Serves as a role model and resource for the new hire. Uses resources appropriately to guide new hire through the on-boarding process. Assists new hire with transitioning to new work area, introducing him or her to peers, co-workers and the culture of the organization and department.
• Assesses the learning needs and readiness to learn of the new hire. Plans learning activities and experiences for the new hire to facilitate improvement to competencies. Teaches new skills and reinforces previous learning.
• Provides feedback and evaluates performance of the new hire.
• Other duties as assigned.

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