Certified Clinical Medical Assistant-ENT

Medical Assistant

Per diem positions at Littleton Regional Healthcare are eligible for a per diem incentive, which is determined by the level of commitment you select. This means the more shifts you commit to in advance, the greater the financial incentive you may receive. It's a flexible option that rewards consistency and supports work-life balance while providing supplemental income.

Position Standards:

• Associates degree and/or at least three years previous clinical experience in medical practice preferred.
• Must act in a professional and courteous manner with the public, patients, co-workers, and providers at all times.
• Experience with computer applications required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required.
• Critical thinking skills and independent judgement a must.
• Medical terminology knowledge and experience in out-patient clinic setting preferred.
• Proficient and flexible to work in multiple practices a must.
• Must be able to work independently or with little guidance.
• A team leader within a dedicated medical practice.
• Detail oriented with the ability to multitask.
• Assist with patient inquiries.
• Certification/registration in Medical Assisting
• Demonstrates in all aspects in clinical competencies

Summary and Essential Functions:

NOTE: Medical Assistants function under the provider's license. Position may require the ability to float to multiple physician practices performing both clinical and clerical tasks as determined by need as appropriate per practice. Perform selected clinical and administrative duties. Assist providers in preparing for physicals, procedures and minor surgeries. Administer immunizations and injections as instructed by provider. Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient histories and vital signs, specimen collection and analysis and perform EKGs. Change dressings and assist with wound care. Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Maintain adequate level of supplies and equipment needed for patient care. Remove sutures and castings. Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments and follows through with referrals and pre-certifications as necessary. Call or fax prescriptions, under provider's direction. Maintain patient files, records and other information in accordance with hospital standards. Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested. Participate in professional development activities. Adhere to hospital, department and compliance policies, procedures, regulations and laws (OSHA, DEA, CLIA, etc.). Act in a professional and courteous manner with the public, patients, families and coworkers at all times Assist the providers with the administrative aspects of their position to ensure the efficient operation of the office on a day to day basis. Maintain confidentiality of peers, medical staff and all patient information. Maintain provider appointment scheduling and any changes to their schedules. Implement physician orders under physician direction and notify patients of results as directed by physician. All other duties as assigned.

Reports To: Service Line Director

Supervises: None

Internal and External Contacts:

Patients, office staff, providers, hospital personnel, pharmaceutical representatives, nursing home personnel

Qualifications:

Experience/Specialized Skills: One year medical office experience preferred Required Education/Course(s)/Training: Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or equivalent Preferred Certification/Registration: BLS required

Physical Demands:

See Physical Demands worksheet

Work Environment:

Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Monday-Friday 8a-4:30p, does include needing to travel to offsite location 40 hours

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