Medical Assistant-LPN, EMT-I, EMT-P (Full Time)*Eligible for Sign-On and Retention Bonus-$4,000*
Company: StCharles
Location: Prineville
Posted on: July 23, 2021
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Job Description:
Typical pay range: $19.29 - $26.66 ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:
Medical Assistant REPORTS TO
POSITION: Clinic
Supervisor
DEPARTMENT:
SCMG DATE LAST
REVIEWED:
January 12, 2018 OUR VISION:
Creating America’s healthiest community, together OUR MISSION:
In the spirit of
love and compassion, better health, better care, better value OUR
VALUES:
Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant (MA) position is assimilated throughout
St. Charles Medical Group encompassing practices in three Central
Oregon counties and numerous specialties including family care,
internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics,
immediate/urgent care, cardiology, pulmonology, rheumatology,
general surgery, cancer care, behavioral health and sleep
medicine. Our MA’s collaborate with physicians and
non-clinical staff to assure we are providing our community with
comprehensive and compassionate health care. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Medical Assisrtant will be responsible for daily patient
flow for each respective physician for whom they work. Must
use triage skills to gather information from which designated staff
can make appropriate patient health assessments and to anticipate
physician's needs as they relate to the patients' medical care. This position does not manage any other caregivers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Escorts patients to exam rooms and prep for physician
assessment. Records and maintains patient's medical data in patient's
medical chart. Assists physician with answering phone requests from patients
and/or other medical professionals and institutions. Performs a variety of physician-requested ancillary and/or
surgical patient procedures. (This excludes the administration of
IV medication.) Maintains equipment, instruments supply inventory levels. Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in
all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of
continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a
champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers,
patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of
professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all
applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting
the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an
ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected
violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all
organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that
promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the
organization, as required or assigned. EDUCATION:
Required: High school diploma or GED.
Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant
program. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Required: Current MA Certification from one of the
following; The American Medical Technology Association (AMT), The
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), The American
Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), The National
Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
Certification, National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or
licensure as an intermediate or paramedic level EMT, Oregon LPN, or
Oregon RN. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider
certification. Preferred: Current American Association of Medical
Assistants (AAMA) certification EXPERIENCE: Required: Must have basic knowledge of ICD-10,
CM/CPT/HCPCS coding conventions and procedures. Working
knowledge of medical practice management information systems.
Basic knowledge of physician office documentation standards.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and meet all HIPPAA
requirements. Those candidates with NHA certification that qualified due to
work experience rather than graduation from an accredited Medical
Assisting Program will be required to have 2 years of experience in
Medical Assisting. Preferred: Two (2) years of Medical Assisting
experience. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) required to perform the job safely. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Continually (75% or more): Standing, walking,
keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the
ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting,
lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1-25 pounds.
Operation of motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound
Caregivers Occasionally (25%): Bending,
stooping/kneeling/crouching, Climbing
ladder/step-stool* (*varies by area), reaching overhead,
lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50
pounds, grasping/squeezing, whispered speech level Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs Never (0%): operation of motor
vehicle Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/Slippery Area, chemical
solution Occasional (25%): Heat, cold, noise,
dust, vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure
Category Risk for Exposure to BBP DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant (MA) position is assimilated throughout
St. Charles Medical Group encompassing practices in three Central
Oregon counties and numerous specialties including family care,
internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics,
immediate/urgent care, cardiology, pulmonology, rheumatology,
general surgery, cancer care, behavioral health and sleep
medicine. Our MA’s collaborate with physicians and
non-clinical staff to assure we are providing our community with
comprehensive and compassionate health care. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Medical Assisrtant will be responsible for daily patient
flow for each respective physician for whom they work. Must
use triage skills to gather information from which designated staff
can make appropriate patient health assessments and to anticipate
physician's needs as they relate to the patients' medical care. This position does not manage any other caregivers. EDUCATION:
Required: High school diploma or GED.
Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant
program. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Required: Current MA Certification from one of the
following; The American Medical Technology Association (AMT), The
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), The American
Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), The National
Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
Certification, National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or
licensure as an intermediate or paramedic level EMT, Oregon LPN, or
Oregon RN. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider
certification. Preferred: Current American Association of Medical
Assistants (AAMA) certification EXPERIENCE: Required: Must have basic knowledge of ICD-10,
CM/CPT/HCPCS coding conventions and procedures. Working
knowledge of medical practice management information systems.
Basic knowledge of physician office documentation standards.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and meet all HIPPAA
requirements. Those candidates with NHA certification that qualified due to
work experience rather than graduation from an accredited Medical
Assisting Program will be required to have 2 years of experience in
Medical Assisting. Preferred: Two (2) years of Medical Assisting
experience. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) required to perform the job safely. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Continually (75% or more): Standing, walking,
keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the
ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting,
lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1-25 pounds.
Operation of motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound
Caregivers Occasionally (25%): Bending,
stooping/kneeling/crouching, Climbing
ladder/step-stool* (*varies by area), reaching overhead,
lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50
pounds, grasping/squeezing, whispered speech level Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs Never (0%): operation of motor
vehicle Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/Slippery Area, chemical
solution Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust,
vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure
Category Risk for Exposure to BBP Schedule Weekly Hours: Caregiver Type: Shift: Is Exempt Position? Job Family: Scheduled Days of the Week: Shift Start & End Time:
Family Care Clinic - Occasional work in heat and cold (for COVID
swabbing curbside).
This position is eligible for a combined sign on and retention
bonus in the amount of $4,000. based on experience. To qualify for
the bonus, candidates must start prior to 10/30/2021 AND must not
have been employed by St. Charles Health System in the last 6
months.
*Bonuses are available to external applicants only and are subject
to all applicable tax withholdings.
Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles
Health System driving requirements. Ability to travel to
business functions/trainings/meetings and all St. Charles Health
System worksites.
Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles
Health System driving requirements. Ability to travel to
business functions/trainings/meetings and all St. Charles Health
System worksites.
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