Medical Assistant

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Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Sandusky, Ohio

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Assists physicians with minor office procedures, injections, and patient intake assessments. Manages the message center, EHR entries, and coordinates patient scheduling and discharges.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess a Medical Assistant certification. You also have experience with office procedures, giving injections, and medical terminology. CPR certification is required for this role.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Medical Assistant certification

injections

medical terminology

CPR certification

EHR

OARRS reports

EKGs

Job Description

Caring For the Community You Love  

Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! 

Perks of working at Fisher-Titus:

  • Hours of Work-Full time
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!
  • Shift, Weekend & PRN differential

About Fisher-Titus: 

Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. 

Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community  

Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community 

General Summary:

Under the supervision of the Physician/Provider, assists in minor office procedures and injections, performs patient intake assessments, discharges patients from clinic and procedures, educates patient on procedures and medication changes, as well as new medications. Manages message center including taking phone calls off voicemail and entering them into EHR, accessing OARRS reports for clinic visits and for use with prescription proposals. Is able to calculate medication due dates based on OARRS reports and patient plan of care as established by physician/provider.

Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience:

High School graduate or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification

Knowledge of office procedures and equipment

Experience in giving injections

Typing and medical terminology experience required

CPR certification required

Prior Authorization and Precertification experience preferred

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned department. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

Assist Physician/Provider with patient care as required.

Maintain patient records, and prepare necessary forms for billing, prior authorization of meds if indicated.

Answer telephone calls and places calls as directed.

Documents all messages.

Is able to know, understand, and follow directions as given by the Physician/Provider.

Stocking supplies and completing form for needed equipment and supplies.

Conducts vital signs, EKG's and pain assessment. Reviews H&P and MAR.

Schedules patient visits and assists with charts.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned department. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures.

Practices effective communication skills.

Demonstrates responsibility and accountability as their profession, practice, and job dictates.

Conducts all work activities with respect for the rights and wishes of patients, visitors, families and fellow employees including the maintenance of a pleasant quiet environment, as observed by the manager.

Displays a positive attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program in place.

Working Conditions:

·         Stand/Walk – 6-8 hours 

·         Sit – 1-2hours 

·         Bend – up to 1/3 of time

·         Squat – up to 1/3 of time

·         Climb – up to 1/3 of time
Reach
up to 1/3 of time

·         Lift - up to 1/3 of time

·         Carry – up to 1/3 of time

·         Push – up to 1/3 of time

·         Pull – up to 1/3 of time

·         Right Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)

·         Left Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)

·         Right Foot - Gross Motor Function

·         Left Foot - Gross Motor Function

·         Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the time
Body Fluid Exposure - Yes

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Standards of Employment:

Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance.

Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty.

Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management.

Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications.

Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards.

Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.

Core Requirements:

Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.

Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.

Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:

    1. Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
    1. Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
    1. Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
    1. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.

Key Service Behavior:

Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time

    • Engages in active listening skills
    • Utilizes the AIDET communication tool
    • Uses key words at key times
    • Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques

Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time

    • Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule
    • Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language
    • Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment
    • Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients
    • Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care

Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time

    • Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition
    • Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something

Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time

    • Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care
    • Engages in practices that will continually improve processes

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Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Fisher-Titus is a non-profit health system serving Huron County and the surrounding communities. Fisher-Titus operates a 99-bed acute care hospital; Norwalk Memorial Home, a 69-bed skilled nursing facility; Carriage House, a 48-unit assisted living facility; a Home Health Center, emergency transport through North Central EMS; and an employed primary and specialty care physician group. Established in 1917, Fisher-Titus provides comprehensive medical services, including cardiovascular; oncology; neurological; orthopedic; women and children’s services, including a birthing center and pediatric care; surgical services, including robotic-assisted; and emergency services with a dedicated Primary Stroke Center and a verified Level III Trauma Center. In 2010, Fisher-Titus became the nation’s first all-digital “smart” community hospital after implementing a fully integrated electronic health record system and interactive technology in patient rooms powered by Cerner Corporation. To start your future at Fisher-Titus, visit FisherTitus.org/Careers. To view our social media policy, visit FisherTitus.org/Social-Media-Policy.
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