Certified Medical Assistant

Outer Cape Health Services Certified Medical Assistant Wellfleet, MA Apply Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the Medical Assistant assists providers by performing a variety of patient flow, supply and environmental duties to support the health care team in the delivery of high-quality patient care.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Review electronic medical record (EMR) prior to patient?s scheduled appointment Ensure all lab results, consult reports, and hospital discharge records are available to the provider in the chart and note dates of completion of the most recent primary care screening tests Properly identify patients in accordance with OCHS policy and procedures and escort him/her/them to the exam room; review and record reasons for visit, current medications, and update history as noted in adult health history form/interim history form as well as conduct a thorough patient interview. Provide patients with forms to be completed prior to provider/nurse visit (learning needs assessment, depression screen, consent forms as necessary) Accurately perform and record patient?s vital signs, height, weight and oxygen saturation as appropriate Recognize and report to provider/nurse abnormal vital signs; recognize potential emergency situations, seek assistance and intervene appropriately. Notify the appropriate person in the event of a medical emergency and assist in rendering emergency care as directed as directed by provider or nurse Notify provider of patient?s arrival and readiness for his/her examination Participate in quality assurance activities and all training seminars (OSHA and others) Clean, wrap and sterilize instruments according to policy and procedure for reprocessing of instrument Assist Charge Nurse with inventory and ordering all medical supplies Keep exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly in accord with infection control and HIPPA standards; monitors rooms for patient safety Maintain patient confidentiality at all times Maintain a pleasant, respectful and courteous demeanor at all times with patients and coworkers Exercise care in the operation and use of equipment and perform routine cleaning and preventative maintenance to ensure continued functioning Maintain work area in a clean, safe and organized manner Able to walk and stand for long periods of time Able to lift small loads and assist with patient mobility (as needed) Ability to travel between OCHS sites, as needed Other related duties and projects as assigned Full description available at: https://www.outercape.org/about/careers/

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma, or equivalent (GED).? American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA) or National Healthcare Association (CCMA) Certification required. BLS certification required.? Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, organizational abilities, computer experience, and the ability to work within a collaborative team setting.? Excellent written and verbal communication skills ? bi-lingual helpful? Proficiency in computer skills including EPIC, Outlook, Microsoft office, OneDrive etc.? Excellent judgment and ability to solve problems in a timely manner.? Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality standards.? Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a team member and independently.? Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse and inclusive environment.? Active Filters Certified Medical Assistant Wellfleet, MA Clear All Apply