About the job

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Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you're ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.

Up to $1,500 sign-on bonus

About the Role

We are seeking a Medical Assistant -- Pulmonary Specialists to join our pulmonary team at Bronson! This individual should be skilled in verbal and written communication, working with diverse populations and care methods, and function independently and on a team.

The Medical Assistant works under the provider's direction provides general nursing functions for the practice. Records vital signs, immunizations, provides initial patient assessment, obtains concise patient history, and provides various clinical information and support to providers. Processes and posts information to patient's chart, educates patients and families regarding medications, treatments and care, and referrals. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• As of 06/21/2020, Previous clinical experience preferred. Must meet one of the following: Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; or must meet eligibility requirements to take the Medical Assistant certification (CMA or CCMA) or Registration (RMA) and certification (CMA or CCMA) or registration (RMA) must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire/transfer.
• Knowledge of clinical skills as required with Medical Assistant Certification/Registration.

• Must have personal computer skills with EMR experience highly desirable and the ability to input and retrieve data from the organization's computerized systems.

   

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for examination including patient assessment, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and routine testing of hearing, vision or other.
• Document pertinent information in chart.
• Maintains documentation standards and reviews chart prior to appointment to assure requests and documents are in place.
• Administer treatments as requested by the physician.
• Obtain specimens for urine testing, phlebotomy, etc.
• Performs laboratory tests as directed by the physician.
• Accurately documents required information in patient charts.
• Set up and assist physician with procedures (laceration repair, pap/pelvic, etc.).
• Schedule outside tests or procedures for patients in other departments of facilities such as x-ray, MRI, etc.
• Prepares patients for tests/procedures by providing appropriate instructions.
• Coordinate admissions, referrals, call in prescriptions, etc.
• Stock exam rooms with supplies as needed.
• Conduct day to day inventory of supplies and report items to be ordered.
• Assist in the scheduling of appointments in EMR system as required.
• Able to screen calls and determine urgency, necessity of appointments or whether phone advice is sufficient.
• Assists in completion of misc. patient forms (Worker Compensation, Disability, etc.)
• Attend staff, educational or other meetings as required.

• Performs other related duties as assigned by nurses, practice manager, or physician.

   

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