Med Assistant II - FT - Day - Cardiology Specialists New Hope/Richboro/Newtown PA

divh2Medical Assistant/h2pCapital Health is the regions leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region./ppCapital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates./ppThe listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time)./ppPay Range:/pp$19.32 - $24.13/ppScheduled Weekly Hours:/pp40/ph3Position Overview/h3ulliPrepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary./liliCleans exam rooms, obtains lab specimens. Assists the physicians and other staff as needed. Selects appropriate equipment prior to collection to streamline process. Verifies specimen orders per department policy/liliPrepares exam rooms for patient encounters and assists LIP as requested. Maintains appropriate levels of supplies and all relevant forms for any testing performed and maintains statistics as assigned/liliPerforms thoroughly all clerical duties as needed, including but not limited to patient registration, answering phones, scheduling appointments, initiating, maintaining and filing medical records and timely distribution of reports./liliPerforms electrocardiograms and other relevant tests including point of care testing following established policies and procedures and universal precautions. Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit./liliDocuments medical information in electronic medical records including medication and refill information and patient call documentation, keeps rooms stocked and organized. Organizes paperwork and filing./liliCoordinates with front office personnel and ancillary staff in professional and positive manner in adherence of policies and procedures in support of patient service. Assists in front office functions as assigned including but not limited to: Checkout/in duties with claim creation and assuring complete process of discharge paperwork, referrals, patient education, appointments, insurance eligibility etc./liliPerforms other selected clinical and clerical duties that assist in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management within any CH office location under the direction of a provider and manager in accordance with the objectives and policies of Capital Health (CH) and respective state laws governing such action and activities./liliCross-trained to perform Patient Reception Rep job duties as needed./liliNew Jersey Prescription Monitoring Program (NJPMP)- uploads a notarized request for access form and a copy of their State-accepted Certified Medical Assistant certificate; performs NJPMP monitoring under the direction of the LIP (Licensed Independent Practitioner)./liliPerforms injections, subcutaneous or intramuscular; performs duties in accordance with Capital Health policies./liliPerforms other duties as assigned. Incumbents working in Primary Care or Specialty Care offices may be assigned to other Capital Health Medical Group Practices as needed./li/ulh3Minimum Requirements/h3ulliEducation: High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a post-secondary medical assisting education program accredited by the National Healthcare Association (NHA), or its successor, The Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association (CAHEA), or its successor; Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), or its successor; or any accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The educational program shall include, at a minimum, 330 clock hours of instruction and shall encompass training in the administration of intramuscular and subcutaneous injections and instruction and demonstration in: pertinent anatomy and physiology appropriate to injection procedures; choice of equipment; proper technique, including sterile technique; hazards and complications; and emergency procedures. Must maintain current certification from the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), the National Certification Medical Association (NCMA), or registration from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), or any other recognized certifying body approved by the board./liliExperience: No minimum experience required./liliOther Credentials: AHA BLS. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period/liliKnowledge and Skills: Excellent problem solving skills, Knowledge of insurance specifications and medical terminology. Excellent phone etiquette and ability to communicate effectively,/liliSpecial Training: Knowledge of medical terminology, basic computer and data entry skills; and medical record management./liliMental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Willing to take delegation from RNs/LPNs. Ability to exhibit cooperation, flexibility, and provide assistance when interfacing with patients, physician and staff, Ability to multi-task, Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations, Ability to prepare records in accordance with detailed instructions, Consistency and timeliness in attendance./liliUsual Work Day: 8 Hours/li/ulh3Physical Demands and Work Environment/h3ulliFrequent physical demands include: Standing, Walking, Reaching forward, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities/liliOccasional physical demands include: Sitting, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Taste or Smell/liliContinuous physical demands include: Carry objects, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Talk or Hear/liliLifting Floor to Waist 40 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 40 lbs./liliSensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing/liliAnticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Dust/Particulate Matter/li/ulpThis position is eligible for the following benefits:/pulliMedical Plan/liliPrescription drug coverage In-House Employee Pharmacy/liliDental Plan/liliVision Plan/liliFlexible Spending Account (FSA)/liliHealthcare FSA/liliDependent Care FSA/liliRetirement Savings and Investment Plan/liliBasic Group Term Life and Accidental Death Dismemberment (ADD) Insurance/liliSupplemental Group Term Life Accidental Death Dismemberment Insurance/liliDisability Benefits Long Term Disability (LTD)/liliDisability Benefits Short Term Disability (STD)/liliEmployee Assistance Program/liliCommuter Transit/liliCommuter Parking/liliSupplemental Life Insurance/liliVoluntary Life Spouse/liliVoluntary Life Employee/liliVoluntary Life Child/liliVoluntary Legal Services/liliVoluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance/liliVoluntary Identity Theft Insurance/liliVoluntary Pet Insurance/liliPaid Time-Off Program/li/ul/div