Medical Assistant - Expresscare - FT - Day

Stormont Vail Health; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health in Topeka, KS is seeking a Medical Assistant for ExpressCare on a full-time day shift. You will room patients, take vital signs, assist providers, and document activities during and after visits.

Education: completed first semester in an accredited nursing program or a medical assistant program; or CMA/RMA/NCMA/CNA/EMT certification may substitute. Strong communication and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program.
• Successfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program.
• A Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician certification may be substituted for the educational requirement.

Responsibilities

• Implements identified plan through coordination of care with interdisciplinary care team.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to achieve expected outcomes.
• Communicates pertinent data in a timely manner to the patient and staff.
• Promotes infection prevention through standard precautions and hand hygiene.
• Assists with activities of daily living and accurate measurement of vital signs.
• Delivers care guided by patient-centered caring principles and professional ethics.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Psychomotor skills

Education

First semester in accredited nursing program

Medical assistant or patient care technician program

CMA/RMA/NCMA/CNA/EMT certification may substitute

Job description

## Medical Assistant - Expresscare - FT - DayApply: Topeka, KS: Full time: Posted Today: req24327Position Status:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day Shift (United States of America)Hours per week:36Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview The Express Care clinics are a specialty within the nursing profession that encompasses the care of individuals across the life span who present with acute physical, emotional, or psychological alterations of health. The Express Care Medical Assistant is a member of the care delivery team that functions under the direction of, and be assistive to, a licensed professional, to provide delegated, direct patient care intervention. The Express Care Medical Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, rooming patients, taking vital signs, monitor the patient for issues or changes in condition and to report those issues/changes to the licensed professional. Displays excellent communication and customer service skills, educates and answers patient questions during visit and at discharge. The Express Care Medical Assistant is responsible for coordination of tests and services, assisting providers with procedures, and accurate documentation of all patient related activities. The Express Care Medical Assistant may also perform procedures and testing under indirect physician supervision. Responsible to provide a safe environment for his/her assigned patients; to complete the assigned work; and to document and report any pertinent observations as a result of the interventions. Making independent clinical decisions is outside of the scope for this position. Refer clinical questions to the provider or nurse. Education Qualifications* Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program. Required or* Successfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program. Required or* A Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician certification may be substituted for the educational requirement. RequiredExperience Qualifications* Experience in an office or clinic setting. PreferredSkills and Abilities* Knowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care. (Required proficiency)* Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. (Required proficiency)* Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)* Participates actively in educational activities for department. (Required proficiency)* Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)Licenses and Certifications* Patient Care Technician - PCTC - AMCA Or an active certification to practice in Kansas as either Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician is required as a substitute for education qualifications. Required* First Responder - RQI Required within 90 days.What you will do* Implements identified plan through coordination of care with interdisciplinary care team to employ strategies to promote health and wellness.* Collaborative with interdisciplinary care team encompassing strategies to achieve expected outcomes.* Communicate pertinent data and information relative to the patient, situation, or setting in a timely manner.* Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of the patient rooms/department* Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’S), accurate measurement and recording of weight, height, vital signs and report any changes to licensed professional.* Delivers care guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring illustrated by creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with patients and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect.* Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.* Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings.* Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by respecting others’ uniqueness, perspectives, backgrounds or beliefs.* Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice.* Mentors Medical Assistants new to their role for the purpose of ensuring successful enculturation, orientation, competence, and emotional support. Supports students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.* Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and inquiry for personal growth and development.* Demonstrates willingness to participate in process of evolution the scope of the Stormont Vail Health professional practice model* Utilizes appropriate resources to provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used judiciously.Required for All Jobs* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health* Performs other duties as assignedPatient Facing Options* Position is Patient FacingRemote Work Guidelines* Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.* Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.* Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.* Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.* Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work Capability* On-Site; No RemoteScope* No Supervisory Responsibility* No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical Demands* Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour* Climbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour* Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs* Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour* Pulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs* Pushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs* Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs* Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs* Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Walking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking Conditions* Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour* Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour* Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour* Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour* Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour* Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour* Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour* Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour* Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour* Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour* Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour* Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour* Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour* Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour* Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour