Elliot Health System - Medical Assistant - General Surgery - Per diem

Elliot Hospital; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will support patient care by assisting with examinations, performing vital sign checks, and managing medical documentation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a team that prioritizes patient well-being and provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services. With a focus on professional growth, the organization provides competitive pay, health benefits, and tuition reimbursement to help you advance your career in the medical field. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Short-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• 1-3 years of medical assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient examinations and procedures.
• Documents patient care activities accurately.
• Administers medications and manages clinical supplies.

Skills

Patient Care

Venipuncture

Vital Signs Measurement

Medical Documentation

Medication Administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EMR Software

Job description

About Us

At Elliot General Surgery we are experts in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of conditions including diverticulitis, appendicitis, gallbladder disease, hernias, heartburn (GERD), hemorrhoids, and more. In addition to traditional open surgery, our board-certified general surgeon is skilled in robotic and minimally invasive surgical procedures.

Position Summary

Assists providers in the administration of patient care in assigned clinical areas. Assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. Performs general administrative duties in accordance with JCAHO, CLIA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs visit chart preparation activities based on the daily scheduled appointments including diagnostic test results, emergency/urgent care reports, discharge summaries and consult/PCP reports are located in the medical record and accessible to the provider.
• Performs rooming activities for provider visits according to the documented rooming criteria including chief complaint, allergies, vital signs, medication list review, tobacco history, LMP, health maintenance overrides and documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Obtains and documents age and/or condition-specific measurements accurately including vital signs, height, weight, head circumference, peak flow, and pulse oximetry.
• Conducts and documents hearing, vision, respiratory and ECG testing.
• Performs and documents specific screening based on condition/need including depression and asthma.
• Obtains, documents and processes specimens using the appropriate collection process and equipment.
• Performs and documents point of care testing accurately.
• Performs venipuncture procedures (as needed) and processes specimens as outlined in policies and procedures.
• Administers medications and immunizations including oral, nasal, injectable, rectal and topical routes as appropriate.
• Processes medication prescription refills per guidelines using telephonic, electronic or print methods.
• Handles prior authorization processes for medications and/or procedures and documents appropriately.
• Manages clinical supplies and medication sample areas to ensure that stock is current, stored appropriately, labeled and par levels maintained.
  
  

Education/Experience/Licensure

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Experience: One (1) to three (3) years medical assistant experience preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: Medical Assistant Certification/ABR-OE strongly recommended.
• Software/Hardware: Computer/EMR experience preferred.
  
  

What Elliot Health System Has To Offer

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
  
  

And more!

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