Urgent Care Medical Assistant
Company: Banner Health
Location: Loveland
Posted on: June 22, 2022
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Loveland, ColoradoDepartment Name: Skyline
Urgent Care-Urg CareWork Shift: VariedJob Category:Clinical
CarePrimary Location Salary Range:$17.00/hr - $24.35/hr, based on
education & experienceIn accordance with Colorado's EPEWA Equal Pay
Transparency Rules.$1,000 Sign on BonusYou have a place in the
health care industry. If you're looking to leverage your abilities
to make a real difference - and real change in the health care
industry - you belong at Banner Health. Apply today.--Urgent Care
is one of the most exciting types of clinic to have a career at in
Health Care. As an MA you will give our patients a great experience
using empathy and compassion by collecting vitals, medication
administration, nose swabs (including covid concern patients,
splinting (we will train on this), occasional blood draws, stocking
exam rooms, calling patients regarding labs and recent visits,
counting supplies, and charting. You will also work the front desk
at least 1x per week and covering breaks. In this role, you would
work 3 varying days per week, 12 hour shifts from 7:30am - 7:30pm
providing flexible scheduling to make your work/life balance even
better. Apply now If you would love working in a fast paced
environment with some of the best MA's, support staff and
Providers!Location: 2555 E 13th StreetDiscover the difference at
Banner Urgent Care. With hours from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., you'll help
care for patients in need of immediate medical attention. A
sprained ankle from a basketball game. A nagging cough that won't
go away. Whatever they're looking to treat, Banner Urgent Care is
ready to help. With minimal wait times, affordable service and
ultimate flexibility, Banner Urgent Care is a smart, sensible
choice for patients and another great employment option at Banner
Health.POSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for assisting
clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as,
implementing and evaluating direct patient care. This position
utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and skills to provide an
excellent patient experience.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Prepares patient for
exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms
and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint;
documents pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient
which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the
clinician.2. Assists providers with exams and minor in-office
procedures which could include taking patients' blood pressure,
documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature,
as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG's. Acts
as chaperon as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid
precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as
needed. Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through
clinical process.3. Coordinates and manages patient care including
pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and
scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary
medical treatments and tests. Responsible for communicating test
results to patient. Acts as a resource to clinician in order to
provide optimal patient care. May administer medications in
accordance with established policies and procedures or as
directed.4. Provides clerical support with patient/client
notifications and documentation to include but not limited to
complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays,
hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient
visit. Provides complete and accurate information necessary for
billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion.5.
Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and
disinfection of equipment, exam rooms and storage areas. Disinfects
equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following
sterilization procedures. Follows manufacturer's recommendations
and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances. Performs
basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance
for prompt repairs.6. Orders supplies and stocks patient care
areas. Monitors inventory including medication/injectables and
immunizations (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls).7.
Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all
external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation
and the team concept in all contacts.8. This position will complete
all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including
simulation training, as needed or directed.9. This position works
under the direct supervision of the providers. This position
interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments,
physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as
employees of other health care institutions, community providers
and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Also
interacts with physician's offices in order to report, ask for or
clarify information. Prioritizes data from multiple sources to
provide support for the response of the patient and family to
changes in health status.Performs all functions according to
established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation
requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service
experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader
behaviors each and every day.NOTE: The core functions are intended
to describe the general content of and requirements of this
position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of
duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as
outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working
knowledge. Knowledge as normally obtained through graduation from
an Accredited Medical Assisting Program. Completion of an approved
medical assistant training program as defined by state
regulations.Current BLS certification is required upon hire.
Medical Assistant Certification is required. If certification is
not in hand at the time of hire, individuals will have 12 months
from the date of hire to obtain certification. If not eligible for
MA certification at the time of hire, must complete CEUs for
ABR-OE, which meets CMS requirements for Meaningful Use. All direct
patient care personnel are required to demonstrate competent
performance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BLS) techniques for
adults, children and infants according to the standards of a
nationally recognized, standardized, credentialed healthcare
provider course every other year.Requires strong computer skills,
including the ability to work with medical software. Requires
exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Requires the
ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an effective and
organized fashion. Employees working at the Whole Health Clinic
must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of
hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience with office medical
procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care
operations, EMR and scheduling software preferred.Additional
related education and/or experience preferred.--
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