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ID #52617406
Estado Colorado
Ciudad Denver
Full-time
Salario USD TBD TBD
Fuente Denver Health
Showed 2024-10-01
Fecha 2024-10-01
Fecha tope 2024-11-29
Categoría Etcétera
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Medical Assistant - Park Hill

Colorado, Denver, 80221 Denver USA
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We are recruiting for a motivated Medical Assistant - Park Hill to join our

team!We are here for life's journey.

Where is your life journey taking you?Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than

ourselves, something that connects us all:Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.DepartmentPark Hill Family PracticeJob SummaryUnder general supervision, assists provider including all back office

duties. Provides nursing support with various functions such as; invasive

procedures, medication administration, performing appointment and

registration scheduling functions. Assists the RN with clinical clerical

functions. Ensures smooth work and patient flow within the clinic.Essential Functions:

Accurately and efficiently takes vital signs and basic historical patient

data. Identifies abnormal patient findings. Communicates patient concerns or

significant changes in patient's health status to provider or RN. (10%)

Assists provider in setting up for procedures including aseptic and sterile

techniques; provides safe administration of medications and immunizations

(oral, IM, subcutaneous, and/or intradermal); obtains EKGs,

orders appropriate tests as directed by provider; and schedules specialty

and follow-up appointments as directed by provider. (10%)

Prepares patients for examinations, assists with examinations, cast or

splint applications, minor procedures a variety of other medically related

tasks within their scope of knowledge. (10%)

Assists in the coordination of clerical information necessary to provide

patient care. This may include, but is not limited to:

Referrals.

Assisting patients with appointments if necessary.

Faxing of pertinent medical information.

Maintains patient medical record and other information. Ensures patient

confidentiality

Assists patients with the arrangement of tests and treatments prescribed by

physician.

Assisting the provider or registered nurse in providing routine treatment

instructions.

Test results & patient follow-up

(10%)

Checks in patient by escorting patients from reception area to exam room and

communicates information regarding any extended wait or delay in appointment

time. (10%)

Documents accurately and appropriately in patient medical record. (10%)

Reports change in patient condition to appropriate health care provider in a

timely manner. (10%)

Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments/supplies.

Prepares and maintains clinical and office supplies and equipment for

treatments, including sterilization and restocking of exam and treatment

rooms. (10%)

Maintains a safe environment by practicing sound safety and infection control

practices according to agency policies and procedures. Helps to identify

safety and infection control issues. (10%)

Engages in performance appraisal on a routine basis by accepting and providing

constructive feedback and integrates feedback into practice. Participates in

competency reviews as required by department. Assumes accountability for

achieving goals set jointly with the manager for the next evaluation period.

Participates in the peer review process. (5%)

May perform phlebotomy and perform various laboratory procedures after

competency verified. Maintains safe collection and processing of laboratory

specimens. (5%)Education:

Graduation from an accredited program in Medical Assisting or an accredited

program of Licensed Practical Nursing with an active LPN license required.Work Experience:

Completion of a 160 hour Externship Required or 6 months direct patient care

experience in an outpatient setting RequiredLicenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association RequiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of medical office practice.

Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.

Knowledge of and the ability to use medical quipment and instruments to

administer patient care.

Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work

environment.

Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments as directed.

Skill in taking vital signs.

Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with

patients, employees, physicians and the public.

Ability to maintain quality control standards.

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

Ability to communicate clearly.

Bilingual skills preferred.

Ability to learn and be proficient in electronic health record documentation.

Utilize equipment and technology safely to provide For full info follow

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