UofL Health
Certified Medical Assistant, Family Practice Associates, Outer Loop, Days
UofL Health, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
Job Description Summary
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
Address
5100 Outer Loop Louisville, KY 40202
Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Job Description
Medical assisting duties include patient triage, vital signs, patient history, injections, scheduling tests and procedures per Physician orders and using the electronic health record.
Essential Functions
Obtain medical history, triage patients, record vitals. Reconcile medication list in EHR. Respond timely and appropriately to tasks. Give injections per physician order, Hepatitis A & B, PPD and flu vaccine. Report any abnormal results to physician immediately (i.e. labs, etc.). Schedule tests and procedures per physician orders. Maintain clean exam rooms. Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Adhere to organizational policy and procedure. Other duties as assigned.
Shift Requirements
Shift Length (in hours): 8 # Shifts/Week: 5 Overtime Required: Infrequently / Sometimes / Often / n/a (exempt position)
Other Functions
Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct. Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times. Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Competency
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role: Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures. Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to family & geriatric medical practice. Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families. Skill in performing medical assistance task appropriately. Skill in maintaining interior and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions. Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families. Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures. Ability to project a pleasant and professional image. Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks. Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring dealing with others.
Language Ability
Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice.
Additional Responsibilities
Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times. Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times. Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines. Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members. Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community.
Education
High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED). Medical assistant certification from a nationally recognized organization (Such as: CMA, CCMA, or RMA), required. Medical Assisting Degree, preferred.
Experience
Minimum one year of working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office, preferred. Electrocardiogram (EKG), vital signs, venipuncture, capillary, and injection experience.
Licensure
No license required.
Certification
CCMA certification. BLS certification.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
Address
5100 Outer Loop Louisville, KY 40202
Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Job Description
Medical assisting duties include patient triage, vital signs, patient history, injections, scheduling tests and procedures per Physician orders and using the electronic health record.
Essential Functions
Obtain medical history, triage patients, record vitals. Reconcile medication list in EHR. Respond timely and appropriately to tasks. Give injections per physician order, Hepatitis A & B, PPD and flu vaccine. Report any abnormal results to physician immediately (i.e. labs, etc.). Schedule tests and procedures per physician orders. Maintain clean exam rooms. Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Adhere to organizational policy and procedure. Other duties as assigned.
Shift Requirements
Shift Length (in hours): 8 # Shifts/Week: 5 Overtime Required: Infrequently / Sometimes / Often / n/a (exempt position)
Other Functions
Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct. Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times. Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Competency
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role: Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures. Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to family & geriatric medical practice. Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families. Skill in performing medical assistance task appropriately. Skill in maintaining interior and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions. Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families. Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures. Ability to project a pleasant and professional image. Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks. Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring dealing with others.
Language Ability
Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice.
Additional Responsibilities
Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times. Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times. Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines. Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members. Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community.
Education
High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED). Medical assistant certification from a nationally recognized organization (Such as: CMA, CCMA, or RMA), required. Medical Assisting Degree, preferred.
Experience
Minimum one year of working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office, preferred. Electrocardiogram (EKG), vital signs, venipuncture, capillary, and injection experience.
Licensure
No license required.
Certification
CCMA certification. BLS certification.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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