Job Description

Job:

Medical Assistant

EEOC:

Technician

Status:

Non-Exempt

Department:

Piedmont Eye ASC

Lines of Responsibility: RN -- Charge Nurse--Clinical Manager--Administrator

Position Overview: Under the supervision of a registered nurse, safely performs duties of a medical assistant to include but not limited to, assisting in the perioperative care and transport of patients throughout the facility. Establishes rapport with patients and their support persons. Transports equipment, supplies, and other items in a safe manner. Serves as support personnel following regulations including assisting with patient admissions, patient procedures, care and maintenance of procedural instrumentation, discharging patients, chart preparation, medical records, medication administration, assisting providers and other personnel as needed, and other collateral duties. Performs other duties as appropriate and as assigned.

Responsibilities:

1. Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
2. Follow established protocols for safe patient handling (eg, safely moving, transferring, and transporting patients).
3. Follow established protocols for transporting equipment, supplies, and other items
4. Follow established protocols for maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.
5. Follow established protocols for connecting patient monitors, taking vital signs, admitting and discharging patient care activities under the direction of a registered nurse.
6. Assist with CLIA waived testing under the direction of a registered nurse.
7. Discontinue intravenous therapy and apply dressing under the direction of a registered nurse.
8. Follow established protocols for using communication devices (eg, computers, cell phones).
9. Operate, transport, and transfer equipment safely and according to the manufacturer's instructions for use.
10. Safely move, transfer, and transport patients onto transport vehicles and to and from private car (eg, wheelchairs, stretchers, patient beds, OR beds).
11. Adhere to infection prevention practices (ie, standard, contact, droplet, and airborne precautions), including the use of personal protective equipment.
12. Clean designated areas and equipment and follow safety procedures and manufacturer's instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies, and equipment.
13. Follow established protocols for safe disposal of linens, trash, and supplies.
14. Inventory, receive, and restock materials used for supporting perioperative services as assigned.
15. Assist with cleaning of the perioperative areas.
16. Distribute medical and surgical supplies to other areas within the facility as needed.
17. Adhere to standard precautions including the use of appropriate hand hygiene, appropriate personal protective equipment and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment.
18. Follow safety procedures and manufacturer's instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment.
19. Operate equipment used in the perioperative areas safely and according to the manufacturer's instructions for use.
20. Assist with improving the quality of perioperative services.
21. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of the company, individuals, and health information.
22. Comply with organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards, and professional guidelines.
23. Exhibit high integrity, good judgement, professionalism, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
24. Exhibit behaviors that align with and contribute to a positive organizational culture.
25. Demonstrate a tactful, collaborative style with the ability to give and receive positive and developmental feedback.
26. Demonstrate a commitment to coworkers, patients and all stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum age of 16 years old

Preferred:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Computer skills (eg, Microsoft® PowerPoint, Word, Excel)

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physically demanding, high-stress environment
• Exposure to blood and body fluids, sharp instruments and other devices, communicable diseases, chemicals, and repetitive motions
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting instrument trays
• Manual and finger dexterity
• Hand and eye coordination
• Sitting, standing, and walking for extensive periods of time
• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range
• Moderate noise level

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996: Responsible for knowing the processes involved assuring the standards established by HIPAA, and ensuring they are followed including the practices and records relating to the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information.

Acceptance of Job Description: I understand and accept this job description. I understand that it supersedes any previous job description. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal function of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

As part of the hiring process, Eye Consultants of Atlanta may conduct background checks and drug testing to ensure a safe and secure workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to these procedures in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Eye Consultants of Atlanta complies with all state and federal regulations related to background checks and drug testing and maintains strict confidentiality of all results.