Palliative Care Medical Assistant — Compassionate Support

Sheridan Memorial Hospital; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Memorial Hospital in Sheridan, WY seeks a compassionate palliative care team member. Under general supervision, you will assist in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care addressing physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

You will collaborate with physicians, RNs, LPNs and other staff to support quality of life, symptom management, and end-of-life transitions, emphasizing empathy, respect, and holistic care throughout the patient’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months experience in a medical field required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Medical terminology course, preferred.
• BLS, required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centered care addressing physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Collaborates with physicians, RNs, LPNs, and other staff to support quality of life and symptom management.
• Screens incoming calls and refers to nurse, physician or provider as needed.
• Maintains patient files and confidentiality; documents in medical records.
• Assists with admissions, appointments, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Provides patient education and supports end-of-life discussions with families.

Skills

BLS certified

Medical terminology

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical terminology course

BLS certification

Job description

Sheridan Memorial Hospital in Sheridan, WY seeks a compassionate palliative care team member. Under general supervision, you will assist in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care addressing physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

You will collaborate with physicians, RNs, LPNs and other staff to support quality of life, symptom management, and end-of-life transitions, emphasizing empathy, respect, and holistic care throughout the patient’s