Certified Medical Assistant - Occupational Health

**POSITION:**Certified Medical Assistant - Occupational Health **SCHEDULE:**Full Time - Eligible for Benefits Day 7:30am - 5:30pm (Mon - Fri) **LOCATION:**Reno, NV SALARY: Will discuss with applicant TO APPLY: Direct Link: - Career Page: - Please note, employers may close jobs on the website at any time. SUMMARY: The Certified Medical Assistant is accountable for assisting the providers in front and back-office procedures. The incumbent has the added responsibility of providing a direct liaison between provider and patient, making certain that the appropriate provider has addressed any patient questions or concerns. This position may float to various sites within the health system.Certified Medical Assistant working in a Medical Home and/or medical group setting will be an integral part of the patient's care team. They will work side-by-side with other members of the patient's care team, including healthcare providers and nurses. This position in these settings will be required to do more during the rooming process; from reviewing medications, to goal setting, to patient education. They will also be expected to assist with the tracking and coordination of patient test results, with reminding patients of overdue health maintenance topics, and with assisting other members of the Medical Home Care Team in delivering optimal patient-centered care. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively. Multi-physician office practice experience highly preferred. Current State of Nevada license for Office Laboratory Assistant or Certified Laboratory Assistant or an application must be submitted within 90 days of employment (excludes listed departments). BLS certification by American Heart Association within 90 days of hire. Some positions may require DOT and Non-DOT drug testing certifications required at time of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain one of the following certifications required at time of hire: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - issued by National Healthcareer Association (NHA); Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) - issued by American Medical Certification Association (AMCA); Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - issued by American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - issued by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) - issued by National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - issued by American Medical Technologists (AMT) or American Allied Health Association (AAH); National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT); State of Nevada EMT certification - (basic, advanced, paramedic). Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Escorting the patient from the waiting room to the examination room promptly. Taking vital signs as per guidelines. Maintaining examination rooms' stock. Documenting all patient communications. Preparing lab specimens for processing. Completing necessary referral forms and obtaining authorizations for referrals and keeping records of same. Scheduling patients for tests. Placing and receiving phone calls in order of importance and filing into patient charts to become part of the permanent record. Administering treatments and medications per provider order in accordance with established policies. Delivery of patient care complicated by new techniques, paperwork, changing departm nt and hospital policies, increased information available on each patient and fluctuations in staffing. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, motor/sensor, psychosocial and safety appropriate to the age of the patient served and meet the standards of quality as measured by the unit/department age specific competency standard. Uses professionalism and diplomacy with interacting with patients of all ages, their families, physicians, physician office staff and other health care providers. Keep abreast of all standards to assure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies including third party reimbursement requirements. For Department 530244, 515284, and 515322 Only: apply, modify, repair, and fit casts, splints, and braces; perform documentation and patient education; fit and instruct on crutches; prepare, stock and clean exam rooms; maintain tools and equipment; setup fluoroscopy machine; contact vendors; coordinate workups; complete forms. Assist physician with application of splints, casts and braces as needed. Modify or split casts as needed. Instruct patients on cast care, brace/splint application and care. This position does provide patient care. BENEFITS: Education Assistance Paid Time Off 401(k) Company Match Flexible Work Environment