Mountain Area Health Education Center
CNA/Medical Assistant- Internal Medicine- Biltmore
Mountain Area Health Education Center, Asheville, North Carolina, United States, 28801
Medical Assistant Position
Medical Assistants work collaboratively as an active member of the interdisciplinary team to provide patient centered care across the continuum. They also provide an excellent patient experience, high quality outcomes, and improved productivity for the team. Specific responsibilities include: Participate in daily huddles with patient care team(s) Prepare patient charts for providers Review patient registries and identify preventative care due for patient Assist in preventive care outreach initiatives Obtain vitals Assist in obtaining medical records Perform screening procedures as indicated Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during exams Prepare sterile fields Perform phlebotomy and process specimens Additional duties include: Prepare and administer medications and vaccines, including intramuscular and intradermal injections as directed by provider Serve as a preceptor for new staff Provide occasional coverage support for other MAHEC ambulatory offices Assist in administrative duties as needed, including handling calls Participate in process improvement of new and existing workflows Actively embrace and support divisional and organizational quality initiatives Support pop-up vaccine and testing community events Key competencies include: Communication Skills : Effectively and respectably communicate with other individuals, whether it be a colleague, patient, or patient's family member and appropriately enumerate information in a manner easily understood by all parties. Decision Making : Ability to make the most appropriate decision in a given situation and then taking the next steps to ensure appropriate and timely completion. HealthCare Knowledge : Having the drive to keep yourself abreast and up to date on the new breakthroughs in your area of expertise and communicating them to the rest of the team, as appropriate. Interpersonal Skills : Showing the ability to meet difficult situations with grace, professionalism, and understanding. Organizational Values : Adherence to MAHEC's founding principles and incorporating them every day. Problem Solving : Having an analytical mind and ability to work autonomously to solve complex problems that may arise. Specified skills include: Excellent skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database applications required. Knowledge and experience documenting patient care in an electronic health record. Spanish speaking skills preferred. Phlebotomy experience for patients of all ages. Physical demands include: Light - Moderate energy level: Lift and carry 25 - 35 lbs, Push/Pull 50 - 100 lbs (empty bed, stretcher, etc.). Frequent (34 - 66% of workday). Supervisory responsibilities are not applicable. Education and experience: Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED. Preferred Qualifications:
Associates degree, 1
2 years of medical assisting experience in a primary care ambulatory setting, Certification as a Medical Assistant through AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, Experience as a EMT or CNA, Experience working in an Employee Health Record (EHR). Required licenses: Current CPR certification. Schedule: Regular attendance on-site is an essential function of this position. Typical business hours are Monday
Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (or flexed to best meet the needs of the clients and/or the Division); 40 hours per workweek; weekend, holiday, or evening coverage is occasionally required. Work hours will need to be flexible in order to respond to special work assignments, or evening activities, as requested by the team leader. Position compensation: $19.52/hour - CNA licensure $20.43/hour - CCMA/CMA Licensure Full time + full benefits available At MAHEC, we strive to equip all team members with Total Rewards (pay + benefits) to honor their service, support their health, manage their financial security, build their career, and thrive. All MAHEC employees and learners will be required to receive the Flu vaccine or have an approved exemption. MAHEC Talent Management is located at 121 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803. Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are interested in this role, and you have related experience and qualifications, we encourage you to apply or reach out to AskTalent@mahec.net for support in your job search process. You could be the talent we are seeking for this or other opportunities.
Medical Assistants work collaboratively as an active member of the interdisciplinary team to provide patient centered care across the continuum. They also provide an excellent patient experience, high quality outcomes, and improved productivity for the team. Specific responsibilities include: Participate in daily huddles with patient care team(s) Prepare patient charts for providers Review patient registries and identify preventative care due for patient Assist in preventive care outreach initiatives Obtain vitals Assist in obtaining medical records Perform screening procedures as indicated Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during exams Prepare sterile fields Perform phlebotomy and process specimens Additional duties include: Prepare and administer medications and vaccines, including intramuscular and intradermal injections as directed by provider Serve as a preceptor for new staff Provide occasional coverage support for other MAHEC ambulatory offices Assist in administrative duties as needed, including handling calls Participate in process improvement of new and existing workflows Actively embrace and support divisional and organizational quality initiatives Support pop-up vaccine and testing community events Key competencies include: Communication Skills : Effectively and respectably communicate with other individuals, whether it be a colleague, patient, or patient's family member and appropriately enumerate information in a manner easily understood by all parties. Decision Making : Ability to make the most appropriate decision in a given situation and then taking the next steps to ensure appropriate and timely completion. HealthCare Knowledge : Having the drive to keep yourself abreast and up to date on the new breakthroughs in your area of expertise and communicating them to the rest of the team, as appropriate. Interpersonal Skills : Showing the ability to meet difficult situations with grace, professionalism, and understanding. Organizational Values : Adherence to MAHEC's founding principles and incorporating them every day. Problem Solving : Having an analytical mind and ability to work autonomously to solve complex problems that may arise. Specified skills include: Excellent skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database applications required. Knowledge and experience documenting patient care in an electronic health record. Spanish speaking skills preferred. Phlebotomy experience for patients of all ages. Physical demands include: Light - Moderate energy level: Lift and carry 25 - 35 lbs, Push/Pull 50 - 100 lbs (empty bed, stretcher, etc.). Frequent (34 - 66% of workday). Supervisory responsibilities are not applicable. Education and experience: Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED. Preferred Qualifications:
Associates degree, 1
2 years of medical assisting experience in a primary care ambulatory setting, Certification as a Medical Assistant through AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, Experience as a EMT or CNA, Experience working in an Employee Health Record (EHR). Required licenses: Current CPR certification. Schedule: Regular attendance on-site is an essential function of this position. Typical business hours are Monday
Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (or flexed to best meet the needs of the clients and/or the Division); 40 hours per workweek; weekend, holiday, or evening coverage is occasionally required. Work hours will need to be flexible in order to respond to special work assignments, or evening activities, as requested by the team leader. Position compensation: $19.52/hour - CNA licensure $20.43/hour - CCMA/CMA Licensure Full time + full benefits available At MAHEC, we strive to equip all team members with Total Rewards (pay + benefits) to honor their service, support their health, manage their financial security, build their career, and thrive. All MAHEC employees and learners will be required to receive the Flu vaccine or have an approved exemption. MAHEC Talent Management is located at 121 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803. Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are interested in this role, and you have related experience and qualifications, we encourage you to apply or reach out to AskTalent@mahec.net for support in your job search process. You could be the talent we are seeking for this or other opportunities.