Medical Assistant (OB/GYN) - Goodyear

Adelante Healthcare; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Goodyear is seeking a Medical Assistant (OB/GYN) to provide direct patient care and support healthcare providers. Responsibilities include preparing patient rooms, documenting visits, and assisting patients with their healthcare needs. Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant training, and experience as a medical assistant. The role offers a full-time position in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working as a Medical Assistant.
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card from Arizona Dept. of Public Safety.
• Ability to communicate effectively and handle high-stress situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and advocate for patients.
• Document patient information accurately in electronic health records.
• Coordinate continuity of patient care with external organizations.

Skills

Effective communication

Proficient mathematical skills

Basic computer proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from an approved medical assistant training program

Certification to perform CPR and AED

Tools

Electronic Health Record experience

Job description

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Overview

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and acts as a patient advocate for patients and their families through the healthcare system. Duties include assisting providers during preparation and provision of patient visits, interviewing patients to obtain the reason for visit, room preparation, specimen collection and processing, medication administration, documentation in the electronic health record, and patient discharge. The Medical Assistant will work with patients to develop self-management goals, provide insurance, referral, and prior authorization support, and may conduct patient outreach to follow up on hospital admissions and discharges, obtain medical records, and assist patients with pharmacy/medication questions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for patient appointments by reviewing and updating patient records prior to arrival
• Interview patients to obtain the reason for visit (chief complaint) and document in the electronic medical record following MA workflow protocols
• Record patients’ vital signs according to age-specific protocol
• Prepare exam room and patient for the type of exam or procedure
• Maintain patient confidentiality following HIPAA policies and procedures
• Document all patient information accurately in the electronic health record
• Communicate in a timely and professional manner with patients and other care-team members
• Know and follow the eight rights of drug administration
• Follow procedures for immunization administration and storage
• Follow all medication policies for labeling, storing, and use
• Apply universal protocols and National Patient Safety Goals
• Cleanse and sterilize instruments per protocol
• Have knowledge of surgical and diagnostic office procedures
• Collect specimens accurately, perform testing as indicated, and process results
• Provide clear instructions to patients regarding obtaining and collecting specimens
• Review patient plans and educate patients on discharge instructions
• All other duties as assigned (e.g., translation and travel to other locations)
• Identify medications and their indications for proper utilization
• Work independently and use critical thinking to solve issues under pressure
• Coordinate continuity of patient care with external healthcare organizations and facilities, including referrals to outside specialties and ongoing two-way communication between providers
• Promote clear communication among the care team and clinicians by ensuring awareness of patient care plans
• Facilitate patient care based on approved standing orders and protocols
• Work with the clinical team in data collection, health outcomes reporting, clinical audits, and programmatic evaluation
• Assist in clinical care by providing utilization of resources and development of new clinical tools, forms, and procedures
• Act as a mentor to Associate Medical Assistants
• Use excellent customer service and communication skills
• Perform patient outreach calls as needed
• Meet UDS and quality-based measurements
• Educate patients regarding services such as the Integrated Care Model, Patient Portal, and other specialty service lines within our organization and help them navigate access to these services

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Graduation from an approved medical assistant training program with one or more years’ experience
• Successfully meet all the requirements of the Associate Medical Assistant and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience working as a Medical Assistant in a health care setting
• Certification to perform CPR and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations
• Has one or more years as a medical assistant
• Effective communication demonstrated by ability to read, interpret, comprehend and comply with written and verbal communication
• Proficient mathematical skills for use in a healthcare setting
• Basic computer proficiency to include Windows, MS Office, and internet
• Ability to problem solve in situations both independently or with support from team and/or leadership
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a high-stress and fast-moving environment
• Must have reliable transportation that can meet any operational reassignments of the organization during the workday. If driving during work hours, a valid driver’s license and compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements

Nonessential Skills And Experience

• Certified Medical Assistant preferred
• Ability to communicate in more than one language
• Electronic Health Record experience

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

• Other duties as requested or assigned
• Perform duties cross functionally across all departments and with all medical providers
• Travel to other health centers to meet operational needs for provider and patient care coverage

Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and Integrated Care Team (ICT)

All employees are responsible for promoting and participating in interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to enhance the delivery of quality across the health care system. Employees should maintain an environment which supports and engages patients and co-workers in a caring team-based model to promote wellness and improve health outcomes.

Adherence to Compliance and Code of Conduct

All employees are required to comply with Adelante Healthcare’s written standards, including its Compliance Program and Code of Conduct, policies and procedures and reporting of any conduct that potentially violates Adelante’s legal or compliance requirements. Such compliance will be an element considered as part of the regular performance evaluation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for long periods, stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb steps/stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; smell; manage stress as it relates to essential job functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance and may occasionally be required to lift or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time when traveling to various clinic sites. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be subject to health hazards (contagious diseases, blood borne pathogens, etc.) when working in the clinic area.

Adelante Healthcare, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. In compliance with EEOC 29 CFR part 1630, if the essential functions of this position cannot be performed in a satisfactory manner by the employee, further accommodations shall be made if it does not constitute undue hardships upon this organization.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care