Outpatient Nursing Medical Assistant

Harrison County Hospital; Corydon (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Days Off

Job summary

Harrison County Hospital is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for Outpatient Nursing and wound care, primarily working Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM. Candidates should have knowledge of Cerner and insurance authorizations, along with skills in drawing labs and assisting with wound care.

This role involves performing medical assistant duties under the direction of registered nurses and ensuring all aspects of patient care are delivered effectively.

Qualifications

• Knowledge with Cerner and insurance authorizations is preferred.
• Must be able to draw labs from patients and assist with wound care.
• Self-motivated and able to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assistant and tech duties in the Outpatient Nursing Department.
• Accountable for patient care and clerical duties as assigned.
• Promote teamwork among co-workers.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Clerical duties

Ability to work independently

Analytical skills

Problem solving skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

BLS Certification

CNA program or 1 year nursing assistant experience

Job description

Outpatient Nursing and wound care seeking a medical assistant that has knowledge with Cerner and insurance authorizations. Potential candidate must be able to draw labs from patients, be able to multi-task and be self motivated. Candidate must also be able to help with wound care and outpatient procedures when needed. Having knowledge with scheduling and registering patients in Cerner is preferred.

This position is full-time, days, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8a-4:30p, 32-40 hours per week.

Job Summary

Performs the functions of Medical assistant and tech duties in the Outpatient Nursing Department in performing all assignments given by the registered nurse. Is accountable for all aspects in the delivery of patient care and clerical duties as assigned. Is responsible for adhering to all standards of nursing care and for promoting teamwork among co-workers.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED Certificate
• BLS Required
• CNA program or minimum one year experience as a nursing assistant or EMT training

Skills

• Basic computer knowledge
• Perform V/S
• Clerical duties
• Ability to work independently and with groups.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to operate unit equipment: computer, printers, fax machine, copy machine, telephone
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Good knowledge of medical terminology
• Use of correct terminology, spelling and grammar in documentation.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with various healthcare professionals, patients, families, and employees.

Full-time Benefits Include

• Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, and Life Insurance
• Employee Health and Wellness Program
• PSLF (public student loan forgiveness) qualifying employer
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Hospital and Physician Practice Discounts
• Paid Days Off
• Extended Illness Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Service Awards
• Café Discounts

Harrison County Hospital has continuously served the people of Harrison County since 1950. Today our acute care community hospital serves the healthcare needs of a much broader and growing population in Harrison and Crawford counties, Indiana and Meade County, Kentucky.

As our community grows, we grow, serving more patients than ever before, and recruiting highly qualified hospital and medical staff.