Medical Assistant - Brain Institute (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Ohio; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System in Ohio is seeking a Medical Assistant to assist in examination and treatment under physician direction. You will perform clinical and clerical duties, support front desk, and help with EEG and Sleep Lab procedures.

The ideal candidate has a MA diploma or nursing degree with 3–5 years of experience, BLS, and bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Strong communication, computer and math skills, and attention to infection control are essential.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant diploma/certificate from an accredited program.
• 5 years of Medical Assistant experience, or 3+ years if MA certification.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with front desk coverage and communicate procedures to parents.
• Record vital signs and basic measurements in EMR.
• Maintain equipment and clinic environment; report malfunctions.
• Perform intake and document allergies, medications, and presentation in EMR.
• Complete EMR meaningful use fields to optimize utilization.
• Conduct Environment of Care rounds as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Patient management

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Math skills (percentages)

Education

Medical Assistant diploma/certificate

Medical Assistant/Nursing degree

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Assists in the examination and treatment of patients and performs miscellaneous delegated duties under the direction of the physician and/or clinician. Responsible for various clinical and clerical duties.

Job Specific Duties

• Assists with front desk coverage and contacts parents to explain procedures (EEG, Sleep Lab) and confirm appointments. Confirms multidisciplinary clinic appointments.
• Communicates all significant changes (ex. seizure) in patient conditions or behavior to ARNP and physicians.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms utilizing gloves, masks, and appropriate equipment; follows infection control protocols during clinic in disinfecting/preparing patient room before each use.
• Maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. When equipment is not functioning, takes proper actions - labels machines, notifies clinician and places maintenance work order for patient safety.
• Performs and documents vital signs (i.e., temperature, B/P, Resp., etc.) and measurements (i.e., height, weight, head circumference etc.).
• Performs intake and documents any allergies, medication, and current presentation in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Documents, within the scope of practice, all electronic medical record (EMR) meaningful use required fields in an effort to optimize utilization.
• Conducts the Environment of Care rounds as assigned to ensure that clinical area meets inspection requirements of regulatory and accrediting agencies/bodies.
• Performs other clerical duties such as obtaining referrals, copying, scanning, filing, faxing and working on special projects as assigned by clinic coordinators and/or manager/director.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate of completion from an accredited Medical Assistant program and at least 5 years of Medical Assistant experience
  (OR) Medical Assistant/Nursing degree from an accredited program and at least 5 years of Medical Assistant experience
  (OR) Medical Assistant Certification maintained active and in good standing throughout employment and at least 3 years of Medical Assistant experience employment
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Bilingual - English and Spanish preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Accuracy with calculating percentages for conversion.
• Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills.

Job:

Nursing- Support (Clinical)

Department:

BRAIN INSTITUTE ADMINISTRATION-2100-714030

Job Status:

Professional