Medical Assistant III - Internal Medicine

Stanford Health Care; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 4,298,000 - 5,479,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Medicine Partners is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant III to support patient care delivery in our clinic teams. You will perform advanced clinical tasks, coordinate referrals and testing, and help optimize daily patient flow alongside MA Level I & II staff.

This role includes precepting new Medical Assistants and participating in internal audits and improvement projects to enhance efficiency and patient experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Medical Assistant diploma preferred or equivalent training.
• Experience as Medical Assistant with knowledge of clinical workflows and patient care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Care coordination including tracking referrals and testing completion.
• Collaborate with team to develop daily plans and assignments.
• Manage patient flow and support MA Level I & II activities.
• Serve as preceptor for new Medical Assistants and students.
• Participate in internal clinic audits and departmental improvement efforts.

Skills

Care Coordination

Patient flow management

Scribing

Team collaboration

Professional communication

Leadership knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Diploma

Tools

Clinical Computer Systems

Job description

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)This is a Stanford Medicine Partners job.A Brief OverviewThe Medical Assistant functions as a member of the clinic patient care team. The position performs clinical tasks and procedures to support the delivery of care. The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting patients obtain services in a timely manner and assuring efficient utilization of resources and in the coordination of patient care.The Medical Assistant III performs the duties of a Medical Assistant I-II, in addition, independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function. Possesses broad job knowledge, analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. At an experienced level, knows how to apply knowledge and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of health care practices.Experienced level, independently applies knowledge and skills to perform the full range of responsibilities, utilizes broad knowledge of healthcare practices to problem solve and determine solutions.LocationsStanford Medicine PartnersWhat you will doJob Scope:Performs all of Level I and II in addition but not limited to the following:Care Coordination for patient’s needs, which includes tracking that patient referrals and testing are completed.Work collaboratively with team, to develop plan for daily assignments.Supports MA's Level I & II.Patient flow management responsibilities.Preceptor for new Medical Assistants/students.Participates in Internal Clinic audits.Professional communication style.Participates in development and maintenance of A3 for department improvementScribing for providers.Knowledge:Same as Level I and II and, in addition:Requires knowledge and understanding of practices and procedures in an assigned area or clinic.Begins to develop leadership knowledge/skills.Knowledge of other departments and the ability to float to various departments.Level of Supervision:Functions independently seeking assistance as appropriate.All other duties as assigned including department-specific functions and responsibilities:Performs other duties as assigned and participates in organization projects as assigned.Education QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED.Medical Assistant Diploma from an approved school/institution or equivalent documented training.Experience QualificationsThree (3) years or more of related experience.Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesSame as Level I & II, in addition:Professional verbal and written communication skills stated above in CI Care.Super-User for Clinical Computer Systems.Demonstrate ability to orient new Clinic Staff to the Clinical Computer Systems.Licenses and CertificationsCurrent American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for HealthcareProvidersCMA - Certified Or Registered Medical Assistant preferredPhysical Demands and Work ConditionsPhysical DemandsOccasional Sitting.Constant Walking.Constant Standing.Constant Bending.Frequent Squatting.Occasional Climbing.Occasional Kneeling.Seldom Crawling.Constant Hand Use.Frequent Repetitive Motion Hand Use.Frequent Grasping.Occasional Fine Manipulation.Frequent Pushing and Pulling.Occasional Reaching (above shoulder level).Frequent Twisting and Turning (Neck and Waist).Constant Vision (Color, Peripheral, Distance, Focus).LiftingFrequent lifting of 0 - 10 lbs.Occasional lifting of 11 - 20 lbs.Occasional lifting of 21 - 30 lbs.Occasional lifting of 31 - 40 lbs.Seldom lifting of 40+ lbs.CarryingFrequent lifting of 0 - 10 lbs.Occasional lifting of 11 - 20 lbs.Occasional lifting of 21 - 30 lbs.Occasional lifting of 31 - 40 lbs.Seldom lifting of 40+ lbs.Working EnvironmentSeldom Driving cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment.Constant Working around equipment and machinery. Clinical equipment and machinery.Seldom Walking on uneven ground.Seldom Exposure to excessive noise.Seldom Exposure to extremes in temperature, humidity or wetness.Seldom Exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals.Seldom Working at heights.Frequent Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement.Seldom Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment.Frequent Use of respirator.Constant Working with biohazards such as blood borne pathogens, hospital waste, etc.. Hazardous drugs included.Blood Borne PathogensCategory I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissuesTravel Requirements20% travel:These principles apply to ALL employees:Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family ExperienceUniversity HealthCare Alliance dba Stanford Medicine Partners sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective careShow Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better healthCoordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordinationEqual Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $31.20 - $39.77 per hourThe salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.