CMA - Physician's Office (Mahomet) FT

Gibson-Area-Hospital-; Mahomet (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Area Hospital in Mahomet, IL is seeking a dedicated health unit assistant to support patient care and ensure efficient flow of visits. You will assist physicians and nurses, prepare patients for exams, and maintain clean, well-stocked exam rooms.

This role requires a high school diploma, compassionate communication, and the ability to learn EMR systems; CPR certification is preferred. The position is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with standard infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; healthcare experience preferred.
• Capacity to learn and retain patient care procedures.
• Demonstrates compassion and caring in dealing with others.
• Adheres to Gibson Area Hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains CPR certification and participates in mandatory in-services.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist physicians and nurses.
• Assess physicians’ schedules and organize work to ensure timely patient flow.
• Call and accompany patient to exam/procedure room; collect visit information.
• Record vital signs, height, weight, and other screenings.
• Assist in procedures and provide direct patient support as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Empathy

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

Scheduling software

Job description

HOURS & SHIFT REQUIREMENTS: Full time, 40 hours weekly; Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pmGENERAL SUMMARYMaintains unit patient care supplies, ensures timely flow of patients and assists physicians and nurses to provide optimal care to patients and families.GIBSONAREAHOSPITAL& HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENTTo provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Provides Patient Care.2. Assesses physicians’ schedules and organizes work to ensure timely and efficient patient flow.3. Calls and accompanies patient to exam/procedure room.4. Gathers information from patient regarding visit to provider and puts on computer.5. Performs screenings per provider guidelines, i.e., vital signs, height, weight, etc6. Charts in EMR and prints forms as appropriate.7. Prepares patients for examination or procedure.8. Provides direct assistance to patients when needed, i.e., walk, transfer, dress, obtain specimens, etc.9. Assists providers and/or nursing staff with various procedures.10. Recognize limits of scope of practice and performs procedures according to policy, i.e., suture removal, wound culture, dressing removal, dressing application, measures scoliosis patients, cast removal and application, podiatric procedures, application of immobilization devices as directed by provider.11. Relays instructions to patients and families.12. Transports patients per wheelchair or cart when needed.13. Maintains Patient Care Environment.14. Cleans exam tables and rooms between patient visits.15. Restocks exam and procedure rooms.16. Order and maintains unit patient care supplies, making sure all supplies are in date.17. Puts away supplies, linen and equipment.18. Cleans instruments to be sterilized.19. Complete x-ray orders as received.20. Monitor schedules on a regular basis to insure appointments are appropriate.21. Make x-ray / lab requests as necessary for scheduled appointments.22. Back up front desk as needed.23. Provide support to registration as necessary.24. Provide support as needed to providers and nurses25. Complete work comp authorizations for surgeries, tests and injections.26. Review weekly chart prep to insure consult information is entered in computer.27. Performs all other duties as assigned.28. Schedule and organize surgeries for the surgeons.29. Working knowledge of computer applications.30. Follows infection control fundamentals r/t: Standard precautions, good hand washing, disposal of bio hazardous materials, aseptic technique, disinfection of instruments/equipment, and preparations for autoclaving.31. Adheres to policies and procedures, federal/state/local requirements and regulatory bodies.32. Can perform an accurate EKG on a patientPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS1. Heavy level of physical effort to lift patients and transfer patients to chair to bed.2. Physical strength to perform the following lifting demands:• Floor to waist - 40 pounds• 14” to waist - 50 pounds• Waist to shoulder - 20 pounds• Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds• Carry 40 pounds for 30 feet• Push 40 pounds/force for 30 feet• Pull 40 pounds/force for 10 feet3. Being on feet all day.4. Works closely with providers, nurses, and receptionist staff. Communicates with staff members of other units and departments.5. Communicates with and assists in provision of direct care to patients and their families.REPORTING RELATIONSHIPReports to the Family Health Care of Mahomet managerEDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:1. High school diploma or equivalent. Experience or interest in health care preferred.2. Capacity to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures. Demonstrates compassion and caring in dealing with others.3. Performs a variety of simple tasks following instructions provided.4. Complies with organizational standards.5. Adheres to and enforces Gibson Area Hospital and departmental policies and procedures.6. Serves as a patient advocate providing information to enable informed consent.7. Projects a positive image of Gibson Area Hospital by being courteous, helpful, friendly, and professional in relationship with patients, visitors, and co-workers.8. Demonstrates efficient management of time and resources.9. Demonstrates appropriate grooming and follows designated dress code.10. Shares problems concerning patients and/or staff with immediate supervisors.11. Selects appropriate avenues for learning.12. Attends mandatory in-services.13. Attains a minimum of seven hours of continuing education per year.14. Maintains C.P.R. certification.INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVELCategory 1–Risk- Maximal Risk- This job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B Vaccine.WORKING CONDITIONS1. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise and the like.2. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.3. Time constraints are a source of pressure due to required turn-around time monitoring.4. Will work in an office with co-workers where traffic may be constant, subjecting your work to interruptions, which can produce stress and fatigue.