Medical Assistant - Bronson Pediatrics

Bronson Healthcare; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $1,500

Retention bonus $1,500

Job summary

Bronson Pediatrics – Bronson Methodist Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric care. The role involves nursing functions under the physician, taking vitals, immunizations, and patient history, and aiding in procedures with EMR documentation.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and CMA/CCMA/RMA eligibility within 6 months. BLS is required within 90 days of hire. This is a full-time, on-site position with a signed emphasis on patient confidentiality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have CMA/CCMA/RMA certification or eligibility within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire/transfer.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing functions under provider's direction.
• Record vital signs, immunizations, and patient history.
• Prepare patient for examination and assist with procedures.
• Document information in patient charts and maintain confidentiality.
• Administer treatments as directed and obtain specimens for tests.

Skills

Vital signs

Interpersonal skills

Patient assessment

Clinical support

Education

High school diploma or GED

CMA/CCMA/RMA eligibility within 6 months

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Location BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title Medical Assistant - Bronson Pediatrics

Working under provider’s direction provides general nursing functions for the practice. Records vital signs, immunizations, provides initial patient assessment, obtains concise patient history, and provides various clinical information and support to providers. Processes and posts information to patient’s chart, educates patients and families regarding medications, treatments and care, and referrals. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: Successful completion of an accredited medical assistant program CMA/CCMA/RMA certified Meet eligibility requirements to take CMA/RMA and must be obtained within 6 months of hire Note: Vocational Coordinator to determine eligibility requirements for CMA or RMA within 6 months.

Responsibilities

BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire/transfer. Knowledge of clinical skills as required with Medical Assistant Certification/Registration. Effective problem-solving and prioritization skills. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and process information in a confidential manner. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, doctors and other staff. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality. Ability to work independently and function as an integral team member with other healthcare professionals. Must have personal computer skills with EMR experience highly desirable and the ability to input and retrieve data from the organization’s computerized systems. Must have excellent verbal and communication skills. Ability to maintain positive customer service. Ability to establish effective working relations with physicians, office staff, and employees in a team environment. Must maintain the highest level of confidentiality. Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time. Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required. Prepares patient for examination including patient assessment, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and routine testing of hearing, vision or other. Document pertinent information in chart. Maintains documentation standards and reviews chart prior to appointment to assure requests and documents are in place. Administer treatments as requested by the physician. Obtain specimens for urine testing, phlebotomy, etc. Performs laboratory tests as directed by the physician. Accurately documents required information in patient charts. Set up and assist physician with procedures (laceration repair, pap/pelvic, etc.). Schedule outside tests or procedures for patients in other departments of facilities such as x-ray, MRI, etc. Prepares patients for tests/procedures by providing appropriate instructions. Coordinate admissions, referrals, call in prescriptions, etc. Stock exam rooms with supplies as needed. Conduct day to day inventory of supplies and report items to be ordered. Assist in the scheduling of appointments in EMR system as required. Able to screen calls and determine urgency, necessity of appointments or whether phone advice is sufficient. Assists in completion of misc. patient forms (Worker Compensation, Disability, etc.) Attend staff, educational or other meetings as required. Performs other related duties as assigned by nurses, practice manager, or physician.

Schedule

Shift First Shift Time Type Full time Sign-On Bonus External Candidates Only: Up to $1,500.00 Retention Bonus External Candidates Only, $1,500.00 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Cost Center 8404 Bronson Pediatrics - Stadium Dr. (BMH)

Company Background

Bronson Healthcare is a community-owned, not-for-profit health system that has been serving southwest Michigan since 1900. Today, with a workforce of 9,000 people and 1,500 medical staff members, it is the area’s largest employer and leading healthcare system. Bronson provides care in virtually every specialty and offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care at more than 100 locations. Bronson’s exceptionally high quality standards enable us to do what’s right for our patients and their families. We are empowered as individuals and as teams, to apply our skills and experience so that every patient receives safe, timely and effective treatment. By putting each patient and their family at the center of our work, we demonstrate the dignity and respect we have for each individual we serve. This unwavering commitment to serving others combined with our unique healing environment helps make the patient experience here an exceptional one. The excellence and Positivity of our employees and medical staff has contributed to Bronson Healthcare being ranked by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers (2022-23), by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023) and by the National Association for Business Resources as one of the 2023 Top 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.