Medical Assistant Oncology 24 Hours 1St Shift

Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician | Medical Assistant

24 Hours

1st shift

Oncology

Benefits

JOB SUMMARY of Medical Assistant:

Under general supervision of the Director in an outpatient clinical setting, provides initial patient triage, registration, patient intake services, assists with direct patient care, and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature, as dictated by established clinical protocol.

Performs the clerical duties and facilitates the smooth functioning of the patient care flow.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks; checks in patients, assists in obtaining patient histories, takes vital signs, prepares charts, and assists with medical examinations.

Accurately transcribes physicians' orders, completes all necessary forms, requisitions, and communications required to implement orders.

Schedules and monitors patient appointments; may coordinate routine office activities and administrative functions in support of unit activities.

Performs routine specialized procedures, which could include sterile dressing changes under established protocols.

Maintains stocks of medicines and medical supplies as necessary.

Assists with orientation of other clerical personnel to the department.

Educates and advises patients on specified medical issues within established parameters.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES of Medical Assistant:

• Ability to plan, organize, direct and control the flow of communication and tasks within the job duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision and with time limitations.

• Ability to perform detailed assignments, work accurately, follow directions and assess priorities.

• Good physical and mental health, able to assist with heavy lifting and capable of working under pressure.

• Ability to demonstrate sincere concern in caring for patients who are ill, and willing to be accountable for maintaining Day Kimball Heathcare's standards on confidentiality.

• Ability to learn procedures and techniques involved in administrating basic patient care.

• Possess good communication skills and ability to deal with patients, their families and visitors with patience and tact.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects. Involves sitting most of the time but frequently involves walking or standing activities for brief to lengthy periods of time

QUALIFICATIONS for Medical Assistant:

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Current CPR training required.

Successful completion of CMA or CNA Program preferred.

Completion of a Medical Terminology course preferred.

Experience:

One to three years experience in clinical position preferred.

Prior computer experience required.

One to three years experience as a nursing or medical assistant or in a related field preferred.

Previous experience in a hospital environment preferred.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate competency in utilizing resources to accommodate cultural needs of patients and customers such as dietary, religious and language needs.

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner.

• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities.

• Remain flexible in work schedule in order to provide the most effective and efficient support for the practice and healthcare mission.

• Demonstrate ability to communicate and interact with staff and physicians.

• Demonstrate knowledge of all department and hospital policies relevant to the performance of their responsibilities.

• Assist with direct patient care procedures and related tasks; check in patients, assist in obtaining patient histories, take vital signs, prepare charts, and assist with medical examinations.

• Demonstrate knowledge and application of principles of fire safety, hazardous communication program, infection control, and general safety.

• Demonstrate ability to communicate and interact with patients and customers of all ages.

• Politely and in a professional manner answer telephone calls taking accurate messages, giving precise information and/or directing the call to the appropriate area.

• Schedule patient appointments according to department's policy. Coordinates appointments of new patients and follow up visits.

• Interview and review patients for financial status, as appropriate.

• Educate and advises patients on specified medical issues within established parameters.