WOUND MEDICAL ASSISTANT - DOCUMENTATION/FLOAT

MedCentris; McComb (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCentris is seeking a Wound Medical Assistant to join their healthcare team in McComb, MS. This entry-level position involves performing medical procedures, direct patient care, and ensuring adherence to treatment plans under supervision. Applicants should be graduates of accredited Medical Assistant programs and possess current state certifications. Mobility between clinics is expected, ensuring a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certified with no restrictions as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care under supervision of an LPN/MD/NP/PA.
• Cares for wound management and dressing changes.
• Records and reports patient conditions.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Wound care

Communication

Education

Graduate of accredited school of Medical Assistants

Current certification with State Medical Assistant Qualification

Job description

WOUND MEDICAL ASSISTANT - DOCUMENTATION/FLOAT

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Definition and Role

Performs Medical Assistant procedures and direct patient care under the supervision of an LPN/MD/NP/PA.

Definition and Role

Performs Medical Assistant procedures and direct patient care under the supervision of an LPN/MD/NP/PA.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of Medical Assistants
• Current certification with the State Medical Assistant Qualification, with no restrictions.
• Membership in professional and/or community organizations desirable.
  
  

Job Responsibilities And Duties

• Observes, records and reports to supervising LPN/MD/NP/PA, the general physical and mental conditions of the patient, as well as changes in the patient’s condition.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments, in accordance with the plan of treatment, as permitted by State and local regulations.
• Assists the LPN/MD/NP/PA in performing specialized procedures.
• Prepares equipment and materials for treatment and adheres to aseptic and/or sterile technique.
• Assists the patient with activities of daily living and in learning appropriate self-care techniques, including wound care dressing changes.
• Implements the nursing component of the patient’s plan of care.
• May occasionally be required to assist with Wound Medicine visits in the home setting through our Home to Heal Program
• Will be based out of one clinic but will be expected to FLOAT between clinics throughout our organization as needed.
• Assists the LPN/MD/NP/PA in teaching, supervising, and counseling the patient and family members, regarding the nursing care needs of the patient. (Follow-up on the plan developed by the MD/NP/PA).
• Prepare progress notes and clinical notes and incorporate them into the electronic medical record as indicated.
• Notifies LPN/MD/NP/PA or charge nurse of any problems identified in patient’s living environment, whether it is acute hospital, LTAC, Nursing home, or patient's home.
• Attends case conferences/interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient’s problems, treatment plans, patient progress and patient’s overall health status.
• May perform routine venipuncture if written documentation of competency is in personnel record. Must demonstrate competency in performing the procedure.
• Performs wound care and dressing changes as directed by the MD/NP/PA. Including competency on advanced wound care dressings. i.e.: TCC, dermal skin substitutes, compression wraps, etc.
• May receive orders from the MD/NP/PA and follow those orders, that are
• Within the realm of practice for a Medical Assistant, and within the standards of practice for the facility in which he/she is working in.
• Responsible for “all other duties assigned”.
• Completes any necessary paperwork and turns in daily as indicated. Including documentation within the company’s EHR.
• Perform photo documentation and picture taking of wounds.
• Travel required to various clinic locations within a 60-mile radius of home clinic.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Mobility and Lifting: Frequent sitting for extended periods of time; frequent standing; frequent lifting to 25 pounds.
• Lifting, bending, and transferring patients from wheelchair to bed and vice versa.
• Visual: Constant ability to read information, including closeup constant ability to use a computer screen; frequent use of good overall vision, including color perception.
• Dexterity: Constant eye and hand coordination and manual dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard and finely manipulate small objects.
• Emotional/Psychological: Constant ability to make decisions and concentrate.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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