Trinity Health
Trinity Health
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
Ankeny, Iowa
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
Perform basic medical assistant functions including rooming patients, taking vitals, and assisting providers with clinical procedures. Manage electronic medical records and facilitate communication between the healthcare team and patients.
Qualifications
You have successfully completed an accredited medical assistant program and must obtain CMA or RMA certification within your first year of employment. You should possess BLS for Healthcare Provider certification within three months of hire and demonstrate proficiency in basic medical assistant functions like taking vitals, rooming patients, and assisting with procedures.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Medical Assistant program
CMA
RMA
BLS
EKG
spirometry
tympanometry
Basic Life Support
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Medical Assistant’s may have duties in one or more of the following areas:
Medical Assistant
· Demonstrates ability to recognize urgent/emergent needs of patients and initiate appropriate emergency procedures as needed.
· Demonstrates current level of knowledge of various payor regulations by functioning within those guidelines.
· Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record (i.e. test results, retrieval, filing, creation, repair, charging of electronic medical record).
· Acts to facilitate interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzes patient data. Assesses learning needs of the patient and significant others. Gives accurate and complete information to patient and family.
· Evaluates patient and family understanding of treatment plan and/or instructions.
· Assists with a variety of procedures, exams and/or operation of diagnostic equipment as assigned (i.e. EKG, spirometry, tympanometry, etc.).
· Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications administered.
· Accurately documents all patient interactions in electronic medical record.
· Reports results and pertinent information to patients and health care team members.
· Functions according to limitations or scope of license or certification.
· Performs basic medical assistant functions (vitals, rooming, assist with procedures, immunizations, medication injections etc), under direction and supervision of provider.
· Maintains professional appearance of patient exam and procedure rooms.
· Maintains supplies in assigned area
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
· Successful completion of a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
· Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification must be obtained within first year of employment and maintained thereafter.
· Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
· Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
· Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population serve within three (3) months of hire.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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