Medical Assistant I

Valley Wide Health Systems, Inc.; Monte Vista (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Health Insurance

MASA Air Ambulance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support our team and deliver patient-centered care across a multi-county rural Colorado service area.

You will greet patients, perform vital signs, document health histories, and help coordinate care with providers. The position requires medical assistant training, up-to-date BLS certification, and at least one year of clinic experience.

Qualifications

• Medical assistant training (school or on the job training, proof of education) required.
• One-year medical office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of equipment and technology used in the nursing area.
• BLS certification/training.
• Sensitivity to low income, vulnerable populations.
• Ability to work as a team member, maintains a professional relationship.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients for scheduled visits with vital signs and medical history.
• Perform point of care testing and treatments per protocol; assist providers.
• Schedule tests (x-rays, labs) and coordinate with departments; educate patients.
• Maintain chart entries and patient privacy; handle insurance forms and referrals.
• Assist in procedures, prepare rooms, stock supplies, and ensure sterilization.
• Respond to emergencies and support RN Lead with nursing policies and workflows.

Skills

Medical assistant training

One-year medical office experience

BLS certification

Teamwork

Job description

Join Our Team at Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.We’re looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team and make a meaningful impact by providing exceptional care and support to individuals in their healthcare journey.Key Responsibilities:Administrative Duties:Greet patients, keeping medical records up to date (abstracting), answering the telephone and take phone messages, first line person to evaluate patient’s request to speak with provider.Evaluate potential emergencies and work into the schedule as necessary when the schedule is full. Utilize the “Lead Nurse” when patient cannot be worked in the schedule and/or further medical decision-making is neededCollaborate with the case manager/referral coordinator and operator on completing insurance forms, making appointments, handling correspondence, scheduling hospital and laboratory servicesAssist the billing department with completing incomplete/missing information in a timely mannerClinical Duties:Check in patients for scheduled visits with the health care provider. Check in includes vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, BMI, Assessment of pain, LMP, Medications, Allergies, HPI, chief complaint and past health history on all new patients), retrieve patient history if applicable (prior labs, x-rays) and assess patient needs.Provides patient services not requiring the need of a provider, according to established protocol.Records any contact with patients in chart (Patient identifiers verified prior to any documentation).Perform point of care testing and treatments, according to established protocol.Participate in quarterly lab proficiency testingResponsible for reviewing lab and other reports administering proper follow through.Arrange follow up with provider when necessarySend written notice to patient according to established protocols, i.e., pap smears, immunizations, etc.Prepare room for procedures and assist providers as necessary.Checks and stocks room daily for adequate suppliesSchedule x-rays or other diagnostic tests and provide patient education for exam preparation.Has equipment and supplies ready as necessary for procedures and minor surgery, i.e. pap, biopsies, I and D’s laceration repair, toenail removalEnsure that proper sterilization procedures are being followed.Prepares and administers medication orally, intramuscularly, sublingually, intravenously (if applicable) using excellent technique.Calculates drug doses accurately (Yearly medication calculation competency)Send Task to the RX refill nurses as neededParticipates in Patient Education.Have materials and handouts readily available in the room or able to retrieve information from the internet.Request support from professional staff when required.Assists other teams when needed.Respond to “Flags” and adding to the workgroup of the clinic assigned to for the dayMaintains and completes inbox for a nurse out sick or if you are the extra nurse for the clinicAssists in overall operations of assigned clinic.Monthly inventoryProper care of equipment and suppliesAssist with orientation of new medical assistants.Attends staff meetingsChecks and signs off on crash cart regularly in compliance with protocol.Participates in continuing education on a regular basis and as offeredIs supportive and attends in-services provided by VWHSKnowledgeable about emergency calls and maintains current CPRCompletes and passes annual competency assessments.Other duties as assignedFloating is a requirement of all MA levels to assist in prioritizing patient care and access as neededAbility to complete all the duties and responsibilities outlined in step I & II beyond immediate supervision.Evaluate for potential emergencies and work into the schedule as necessary when schedule is full. Utilize the “Lead Nurse” when patient cannot be worked in the schedule and/or further medical decision making is neededAdditional patient interventions as deemed competentSupports RN Lead with nursing policies, procedures and workflows are up to date and followed.Perform schedule scrub for next dayLead huddles (If there is no RN Lead or Practice Manager in clinic)Patient lesson planningAssist within their pods with additional needsTakes a lead for daily/monthly duties oversightSpecific assignments according to health care provider that the nurse works with on a regular basis.Comply with all CLIA, AAHC, and other certifying or accrediting agency regulations and standards.Requirements:Medical assistant training (school or on the job training, proof of education) requiredOne-year medical office experience preferredKnowledge of equipment and technology used in the nursing area.BLS certification/training and certificationSensitivity to low income, vulnerable populationsAbility to work as a team member, maintains a professional relationship and positive attitude with other.Displays enthusiasm toward the work and the mission of the organizationWhy Join Valley-Wide?Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare to all individuals across our multi-county service area in southern Colorado. As a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we offer premier primary and preventive care through our 34 service sites strategically located in rural communities.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)Employer-paid Basic Life, LTD, STDRetirement MatchHealth, Dental, Vision Insurance, HRA, FSA, DCA, Retirement PlanPaid Leave:Vacation: 10 days accrued per yearSick Leave: 12 days accrued per yearHolidays: 7 days per year + 3 Floating HolidaysFor more information and to apply, visit our website: Valley-Wide CareersEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity, with hiring decisions based on job-related factors.Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) For more information on employee rights under FMLA, please visit: FMLA Employee RightsA Employee Rights