Medical Assistant - 2nd Floor Jolly

Job Description

Job Description

Functions of Position:

 Provides basic nursing care and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment.

 Explains procedures to patient prior to initiation and participates in instruction as necessary.

 Smiles and talks with patient, even if patient appears unresponsive.

 Obtains and records temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and weights as required.

 Promotes good public relations for the nursing department/hospital.

 Records information from the patient in a clear and accurate manner.

 Respects the confidentiality of patient, hospital, and physician related information.

 Provides for patient privacy at all times.

 Participates in Quality Improvement.

 Assists with diagnostic tests, special procedures and specimen collection as required.

 Communicates and collaborates with health care team members to provide quality patient care.

 Competently performs core and unit specific clinical skills.

 Answers calls promptly.

 Knowledgeable of proper and safe use of patient care equipment.

 Utilizes basic problem solving skills to prevent/resolve issues.

 Assist in maintaining an adequate inventory of medical and office supplies for day to day operations.

 Assists LPN/RN/NP/Physician with daily operations of the office.

 Performs other duties delegated by supervisor as needed.

 Calls in medications to pharmacy under direct supervision of Physician/NP.

Qualifications:

 Completion of an approved Certified Nurse Assistant course preferred. BLS training.

 Previous Nurse Assistant experience preferred.