Medical Assistant

Lifespan; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 24,479 - 40,377; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Providence is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in an ambulatory setting. Responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, collecting vital signs, and ensuring efficient patient flow. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant certification, and experience in medical assistance. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with patients. Flexible work hours offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Experience in a comparable role such as LPN, medical student, EMT, paramedic is advantageous.
• Ability to lift and position patients and supplies up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Communicate reminders to providers via the EMR.
• Administer vaccines and assist with physical examinations.

Skills

Basic Life Support Certification

Patient care

Medical equipment handling

Communication skills

Education

High School graduate

Medical assistant certification

Formal medical assistant training

Job description

SUMMARY

Reports to the Ambulatory Clinical Manager and/or Practice Manager, or other assigned Supervisory personnel and under general supervision of the attending Licensed Independent Practitioner, and functions in accordance with established policies and procedures in an Ambulatory setting. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age-specific needs of the geriatric, adult, adolescent, and pediatric patient. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health's mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences; Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate; RESPONSIBILITIES: Works effectively and respectfully at his/her highest capabilities and training; Follows the practice, clinic or office workflow protocols to maximize quality and efficiency; Performs pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient record prior to the appointment with recent test results, consults, correspondence, etc. and determines needed services based on practice protocols; Communicates point of care reminders to providers via the electronic medical record (EMR); Prepares patients for examination and treatment in accordance to their clinic specific workflow protocol, by escorting from the waiting area to the exam room; Takes vital signs, weighs patients and records in patient chart; Enters in patient chief complaint, medication reconciliation, histories and other services as outlined in workflow protocol; Notes all patient health concerns into EMR; Record the patient pain score; Completes all questionnaires in the patient's chart; Ensures effectively patient flow throughout the practice, clinic and office; Reviews Health Maintenance and Chronic Illness services and performs/orders according to protocols and standing orders; Performs testing procedures such as blood pressure, EKG, pulse oximetry, Hgb A1-C, glucose, urinalysis, urine hcg, rapid strep test, and other point of care tests; Records allergy information medications, medical, surgical, and family histories in the patient chart; Initiates pharmacy benefits verification; Assists physician with physical examinations; Performs all procedures using aseptic techniques, following standard procedures; Assists provider with all physical examinations; Performs all procedures using aseptic techniques, following standard procedures; Administers vaccines and places PPDs as per practice/clinic protocol; Completes appropriate follow-up up work after visit including, but not limited to, ensuring all blood and specimens are properly labeled, recorded and sent to lab; Follows up to ensure all lab results are entered in the medical record; Tracks orders and results; Contacts patients for outreach and reminders for labs/orders; Updates EMR with status; Reports all abnormal lab results to physician or nurse immediately; Follows up on referrals for specialty care and/or other services; Tracks consult reports and ensures EMR is updated accordingly; Contacts patients for outreach and/or reminders for referrals; Checks for prescription refills pending; Ensures examination room is cleaned between each patient and set-up appropriately for next appointment; Thoroughly explains programs, procedures and correct preparation for various tests and exams; Provides education to patients regarding the importance of coordination of care and the prudent use of emergency rooms when seeking care; Documents identified barriers; Schedules tests and follow-up appointments; Pre-registers patient for next visit; Verifies patient demographic and insurance information; Obtains prior authorizations as needed; Monitors and orders supplies and keeps room stocked; Cleans medical equipment; Reports broken or missing equipment to manager immediately; Ensures exam rooms prepared for each patient; Checks expiration dates on medications and supplies, removes and reports expired medication to Practice or Clinic Management; Assists with administrative office duties; Mails reminders and other letters to patients; Manages time effectively; Fills slow periods with activities to prepare for future needs; Minimizes non-productive time; Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives; Protects and preserves the patient's right to privacy and confidentiality; Maintains a position attitude and actively engages in the team approach of caring for patients; Supports the goals and concepts of the patient centered medical home by demonstrating flexibility and willingness to change; Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• Completion of a medical assistant certification preferred.
• Graduate of a formal medical assistant training program or a minimum of 3 years of medical assistant experience required.
• Exceptions may be considered for applicants who do not have formal training but have at least three years of related experience in a comparable role, such as LPN, medical student, EMT, paramedic, etc.
• Works with medical equipment and has direct patient contact.
• Walks and stands intermittently throughout the day; may lift and position patients and lift supplies up to 50 pounds.

PAY RANGE

Pay Range: $17.77-$29.31

EEO STATEMENT

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

LOCATION

Location: Brown Health Medical Group - 167 Point Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

WORK TYPE

Work Type: M-F 8:00a-4:30p or 7:30a-4:00p

WORK SHIFT

Work Shift: Day

DAILY HOURS

Daily Hours: 8 hours

DRIVING REQUIRED

Driving Required: No