Medical Assistant 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars Rocky Hill, CT 06067 $18
- $21 an hour
- Permanent, Full-time Rocky Hill Surgery Center LLC 2 reviews $18
- $21 an hour
- Permanent, Full-time Rocky Hill Surgery Center is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our great team of professionals.
Our busy ophthalmology surgery center provides outpatient surgical procedures to Rocky Hill, CT and the surrounding communities. We are looking for Medical Assistant who is a team player, detail oriented, and committed to delivering excellent care to our patients. At Rocky Hill Surgery Center, you will not work weekends, holidays or have an on-call rotation! Rocky Hill Surgery Center has great benefits including: Competitive Salary Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid Holidays PTO 401k with company match Company sponsored Long Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program
JOB TYPE
Full-time Permanent Schedule:
Monday-Thursday 7:30-4:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM-12:00 PM (36 hours)
Pay Range:
$18.00
00 per hour.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Total Education, Vocational Training and Experience:
High school graduation or equivalent.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
: Ability to work within the team. Ability to handle confidential information Physical stamina required
RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitor and supply the pre-operative areas for patient OR attire, extra linens (i.e. sheets, pillow cases, warm blankets) and other items needed for patient use. Greet patients using customer-friendly approach, pre-operatively and provide assistance with the admitting process (checking Vital Signs, Glucometer Tests and HCG Tests as needed) under RHSC Policy and the direction of the Pre-op Nurse. Provide assistance with continuous patient flow by providing pre-op area with clean made-up stretchers and/or moveable recliners, as necessary. Communicates pertinent general information to nursing staff as indicated (i.e. surgeon and/or anesthesia arrival, etc.). Assists PACU staff by retrieving Patient's belongings, nourishment for patients (i.e. crackers, water, soft drinks, etc.) at appropriate times under the direct supervision and instruction of the staff RN). Assist RN with recording vital signs, dressing patient, assist with ambulation Assists in other Surgery Center departments as assigned. Assist patients with changing into their street clothes prior to discharge. Assist with patient transport via wheelchair upon discharge from PACU and upon supervision of the Registered Nurse. Provide assistance in putting medical supplies away in appropriate storage areas. Monitor par levels and order supplies as needed (i.e. Glucometer test strips, control solution, needles, IV fluids, claves, Saline flush syringes etc.) Assist with patient transport via wheelchair upon discharge from PACU and upon supervision of the RN. Assist with removal of dirty linens, placing trash in appropriate receptacles, straighten PACU patient care areas, restock supplies as needed, and clean stretchers with facility-approved agent and remake with clean linens after each use. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Conducts job tasks with efficiency and professionalism. Maintains positive interpersonal communication between staff Maintain communication with OR's as to which PACU Bay patient should be transported to for Recovery Monitors Central Station and alerts RN of any changes in Patient's EKG Rhythm, rate, Oxygen Saturation, and BP Alarms Adheres to established surgery center safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Other duties as assigned
ACCOUNTABILITY
Complies with the facility's time and attendance policy. Promotes teamwork between people, departments and services. Displays a friendly and cheerful attitude. Possesses good interpersonal skills. Deals with conflict constructively and with a mindset toward problem resolution. Accepts suggestions and feedback from others. Adheres to the professional standards set forth in the Employee Handbook.
Physical Requirements:
Good visual acuity. Ability to lift/transfer patients in excess of 200 pounds, which may require pushing, pulling and essentially utilizing a full range of body movement. Ability to lift objects over 50 pounds. Ability to push heavy equipment on wheels within the OR suite. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. Ability to reach, grasp, use fine finger movement Ability to speak and hear.
Disclaimer:
Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market/business considerations, and geographic location. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
