Certified Medical Assistant, Foley Adult Outpatient

Responsibilities Primary Job Functions:

General Responsibilities:

Assists with the completion of the assessment process of patients including but not limited to the following: Height/weight, vital signs, and current medication list. Administers injections, observing the seven rights of medication administration. Communicates effectively with the physician and care team regarding the patient's physical and mental condition. Interfaces actively and cooperatively with a multi-disciplinary team. Reports laboratory results to the physician. Responds to patient phone calls in a timely and appropriate manner. Calls in prescription refills as directed by authorized prescribers. Facilitate PAs for prescriptions. Updates patient medical records as needed. Collects and prepares laboratory specimens, including venipuncture and point of care testing. Assists in instructing patients about medication and special diets. Provides emergency care as needed (CPR, MindSet, etc.), according to the AltaPointe Policy & Procedures. Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation. Meets AltaPointe productivity standards. Effectively demonstrates the application of MA competencies. When necessary, provides coverage at other Baldwin County outpatient programs. Adheres to professional code of ethics.

Supervision and Consultation:

Seeks clinical supervision and consultation needs. Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement. Actively works to enhance clinical skills.

Clinical Record Keeping:

Documents in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy. Documents in a clear, concise manner regarding all patient care provided. Completes all required forms, logs, notes and other applicable documentation promptly and accurately. Writes legibly on handwritten documents. Meets AltaPointe productivity standards.

Courteous and Respectful Attitudes Towards Patients, Visitors and Coworkers:

Treats patients with care, dignity, and compassion. Respects patient's privacy and confidentiality through knowledge of and strict abidance to HIPAA standards Is pleasant and cooperative with others. Assists patients and visitors as needed. Does not allow personal values to inhibit the ability to relate to and care for others. ls sensitive to the patient's needs, expectations, and individual differences. ls gentle and calm to patients and families. Is pleasant and cooperative with others. Works in a dependable, cooperative, and positive manner with program and AltaPointe staff members. Administrative and Other Related Duties as

Assigned:

Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities. Actively participates in AltaPointe committees, when required. Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner. Accesses appropriate community resources according to patient needs. Follows AltaPointe Policy & Procedures. Maintains current State license and requirements for renewals (i.e., CEUs). Attends required in-services and workshops. Other duties as assigned. Physical Requirements of the

Job:

There is frequent standing while getting files, paperwork, and administering injections. Sitting is frequent by nature and up to 5-10 minutes; however, extended sitting could be up to 1.5 to 3 hours for documentation. Squatting and/or lunging frequently to stock supplies and retrieve needed material from file cabinets and bookshelves. Fine manipulation for writing, handling paperwork, and dispensing medications to patients. Pushing and/or pulling force up to 1-5 pounds force, horizontally, to open file cabinets and place binders on bookshelves. Lifting various ranges from the floor to overhead with weights up to 1-5 pounds frequently. Any other duties assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

Possesses current certification for a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant or equivalent. Knowledge in topics, outlined below, to be attained within (6) six months of employment: General knowledge of nursing care. General knowledge of psychiatric disorders. Knowledge of medical terminology, especially those terms associated with psychiatric care. Familiarity of psychopharmacology. Demonstration of safe medication administration practices including injections. Knowledge of crisis intervention. Knowledge of utilizing electronic health record systems. Knowledge of cultural diversity. Knowledge of Trauma lnformed Care Principles.