Wellstar Health System
PRN Certified Medical Assistant - Urgent Care @ LaGrange
Wellstar Health System, Lagrange, Georgia, United States, 30241
PRN Certified Medical Assistant - Urgent Care @ LaGrange
PRN Certified Medical Assistant - Urgent Care @ LaGrange
role at
Wellstar Health System
Work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued. At Wellstar, our mission is to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve.
Shift:
7:45 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. (Various US locations)
Location:
2220 Vernon Rd St, LaGrange, GA 30240
Facility operating hours:
Open seven days a week, 365 days a year
Job Summary The Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Physician, Clinical Lead, Clinical Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Supervisor and/or Office Manager. Recognizes patient's needs and symptoms in advance, provides care under the physician's direction, prepares patients for exams, assists during treatments, coordinates tests and follow-up care, records treatment, explains patient instructions, and serves patients of all ages.
Core Responsibilities And Essential Functions Clinical and Non-Clinical Duties and Expectations
Register patient upon entrance to facility
Perform all necessary registration operations
Prepare equipment and rooms and aid physician with treatment of patients
Perform vitals and other duties to prep patients
Rotate among various clinical and non-clinical service areas such as lab, x‑ray, and front office
Ensure main safety needs of the patient
Cross‑train other team members
Diagnostic Imaging Duties and Expectations
Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist clinical team and physicians
Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures ensuring proper techniques and radiation protection
Obtain optimum views as ordered by the physician
Process images and review for correct identification and quality control
Cross‑train other team members
Complete and maintain logs, reports, and documentation
Laboratory Duties and Expectations
Start lab equipment daily and maintain daily logs and documentation
Perform laboratory tests according to orders and instructions
Draw blood samples from patients and perform point‑of‑care testing
Order and stock supplies weekly
Perform daily quality control and cleaning procedures according to guidelines
Cross‑train other team members
Patient Liaison
Provide relationship‑based patient‑centered care consistent with population‑specific characteristics
Partner with patients, significant others, and/or family using appropriate methods (eg. huddles, interdisciplinary rounds)
Practice current clinical practice standards
Team Work and Collaboration
Coordinate delivery and documentation of safe, quality patient care that promotes a professional care delivery model
Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration in a fiscally responsible manner and promote the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members
Professional Development and Initiative
Complete all initial and ongoing professional competency assessments, mandatory education, and population‑specific education
Serve as a preceptor for onboarding Medical Assistants/students and model professionalism and a healthy work environment
Evidence Based Practice and Research
Promote evidence‑based practice and participate in activities such as value analysis
Uphold all health care system policies, clinical competencies, legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements, including TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems safety absolutes; may serve as a practice Safety Coach
Participate in data collection, pose relevant clinical questions, consult appropriate experts, and use resources and evidence to address practice questions
Resources and Support
Proactively plan for patient care across the continuum during direct patient care
Participate in developing protocols and procedures when called upon or through self‑initiation with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes
Support efficient and effective use of human and material resources
Compliance
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct
Required Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED
Medical Assisting Certificate
Required Minimum License(s) And Certification(s)
Certified Medical Assistant
Basic Life Support or BLS Instructor
Additional License(s) And Certification(s)
Phlebotomy certification within 60 days (Preferred)
OSHA training course for operators of radiology equipment within 60 days (Required)
Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT) upon hire (Required)
Required Minimum Experience
Work experience in a practice setting (Preferred)
Radiology experience (Preferred)
Required Minimum Skills
Organized and attentive to detail
Work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction
Communicate and understand verbal and written English; optimize use of technology to support clinical care; basic computer skills
Adhere to the WellStar Credo and Code of Conduct
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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role at
Wellstar Health System
Work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued. At Wellstar, our mission is to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve.
Shift:
7:45 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. (Various US locations)
Location:
2220 Vernon Rd St, LaGrange, GA 30240
Facility operating hours:
Open seven days a week, 365 days a year
Job Summary The Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Physician, Clinical Lead, Clinical Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Supervisor and/or Office Manager. Recognizes patient's needs and symptoms in advance, provides care under the physician's direction, prepares patients for exams, assists during treatments, coordinates tests and follow-up care, records treatment, explains patient instructions, and serves patients of all ages.
Core Responsibilities And Essential Functions Clinical and Non-Clinical Duties and Expectations
Register patient upon entrance to facility
Perform all necessary registration operations
Prepare equipment and rooms and aid physician with treatment of patients
Perform vitals and other duties to prep patients
Rotate among various clinical and non-clinical service areas such as lab, x‑ray, and front office
Ensure main safety needs of the patient
Cross‑train other team members
Diagnostic Imaging Duties and Expectations
Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist clinical team and physicians
Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures ensuring proper techniques and radiation protection
Obtain optimum views as ordered by the physician
Process images and review for correct identification and quality control
Cross‑train other team members
Complete and maintain logs, reports, and documentation
Laboratory Duties and Expectations
Start lab equipment daily and maintain daily logs and documentation
Perform laboratory tests according to orders and instructions
Draw blood samples from patients and perform point‑of‑care testing
Order and stock supplies weekly
Perform daily quality control and cleaning procedures according to guidelines
Cross‑train other team members
Patient Liaison
Provide relationship‑based patient‑centered care consistent with population‑specific characteristics
Partner with patients, significant others, and/or family using appropriate methods (eg. huddles, interdisciplinary rounds)
Practice current clinical practice standards
Team Work and Collaboration
Coordinate delivery and documentation of safe, quality patient care that promotes a professional care delivery model
Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration in a fiscally responsible manner and promote the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members
Professional Development and Initiative
Complete all initial and ongoing professional competency assessments, mandatory education, and population‑specific education
Serve as a preceptor for onboarding Medical Assistants/students and model professionalism and a healthy work environment
Evidence Based Practice and Research
Promote evidence‑based practice and participate in activities such as value analysis
Uphold all health care system policies, clinical competencies, legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements, including TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems safety absolutes; may serve as a practice Safety Coach
Participate in data collection, pose relevant clinical questions, consult appropriate experts, and use resources and evidence to address practice questions
Resources and Support
Proactively plan for patient care across the continuum during direct patient care
Participate in developing protocols and procedures when called upon or through self‑initiation with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes
Support efficient and effective use of human and material resources
Compliance
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct
Required Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED
Medical Assisting Certificate
Required Minimum License(s) And Certification(s)
Certified Medical Assistant
Basic Life Support or BLS Instructor
Additional License(s) And Certification(s)
Phlebotomy certification within 60 days (Preferred)
OSHA training course for operators of radiology equipment within 60 days (Required)
Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT) upon hire (Required)
Required Minimum Experience
Work experience in a practice setting (Preferred)
Radiology experience (Preferred)
Required Minimum Skills
Organized and attentive to detail
Work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction
Communicate and understand verbal and written English; optimize use of technology to support clinical care; basic computer skills
Adhere to the WellStar Credo and Code of Conduct
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Part‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life.
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