Medical Assistant Midtown Internal Medicine

Job Description:A Medical assistant has accountability for providing care to

patients in an ambulatory clinic setting. This will involve caring for

patients with acute and chronic needsExternal Candidates:To show our commitment to you and to assist with your

transition into our organization, we will also offer up to a$1,000.00

Sign-on Bonuswhen applicable.Scope

Performs general administrative and patient care tasks in accordance with the

Intermountain Health MGPSMA Scope of Practice, and other established

policies and procedures.

Possesses the ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically within a

multi- disciplinary care team.

Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider while maintaining a

positive and caring attitude.

Attentive to patient's needs, coordinates care, administers care, and

documents appropriately.

Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights by

observing HIPAA regulations.

Obtains and record patient information; vital signs, height, weight,

allergies, current medications, medical history, and chief complaint, etc.

Demonstrates knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room

procedures.

May be required to draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for

laboratory analysis.

Per Provider request, may perform routine tests including but not limited to

EKGs, hearing and vision screens.

Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up as appropriate to

ensure completion of testing.

Communicates test results to patients and establish plan of care by phone or

mail as directed by the Provider.

Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the

medical record as directed by the provider.

Prepares, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; stock

patient exam rooms while maintaining cleanliness and organization and dispose

of contaminated items according to protocol.

Administers ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection,

topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.

Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice

manager and/or healthcare provider(s).

Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.

Demonstrates sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate

action in questionable or emergency situations.

Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides

by service behavior standards.Minimum QualificationsRequired

High school diploma or equivalent.

Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program and/or be a certified

Medical Assistant.

Current BLS Certification is required upon hire or within 60 days of hire upon

approval.

Three (3) months previous experience within a healthcare setting.

Successful completion of initial MA onboarding within 90 days, annual skills

fair, and in-services for site specific tasks.

Ability to successfully function in a fast paced, service-oriented

environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.Preferred

Successful completion of an Accredited National Certification Exam for

Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).

One (1) year Medical Assistant experience.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each

essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of

the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure,

experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made

to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business

hours or scheduled shifts is required.

Able to understand and apply information, policies, procedures and skills

required by the position.

Possess knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and

abbreviations.

Knowledg of medical practice and care to assist in providing safe, quality

patient care.

Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment procedures as well as

medical equipment and instruments used in administering patient care.

Proficiency utilizing various computer software programs, i.e.: Microsoft

Office Suite, Electronic Health Records, as well as the ability to learn

applications relevant to the position.Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read

information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify

equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care

providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally

communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms,

needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency

situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex

and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent

computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed

information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and

utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to

retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items

of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and

assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing

supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable