Medical Assistant- Full Time

Our Purpose at

OB-GYN Associates:

OB-GYN Associates' purpose is to provide our patients with high quality and comprehensive women's healthcare. Our physicians and staff are committed to provide this care by using an experienced and evidenced based approach to the clinical application of this care. Each patient will be treated with respect and compassion in an environment that conveys efficiency and professionalism. As a leader in women's health for Northern Nevada, we strive to provide a fast-paced and friendly environment for patients and employees alike. Our culture revolves around respectful working relationships and strong problem-solving abilities. Some of the great rewards that come with full time employment include:

• A generous employer contribution to retirement accounts (no matching contribution necessary)
• Employer paid AD&D Life Insurance and Employer paid Long Term Disability coverage
• Minimal employee contribution toward premium for self-coverage Medical/Vision/Dental plans
• Employer provided company logo wear shirts/scrubs
• Employer paid holiday and seasonal events Qualified candidates will be sent a follow up email with instructions for completing a video interview as the first step in our interview process.

Any candidates that are given an offer of employment will be screened with E-Verify. All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug and background screen.

Values:

• We seek to find employees that exhibit the following values: Compassion
• You inspire others with your thirst for excellence and compassion for patients
• You care intensely about patient outcomes and team success
• You celebrate team wins
• You are tenacious Selflessness
• You seek what is best for patients and the group, rather than best for yourself
• You are ego-less when searching for the best ideas
• You make time to help colleagues
• You share information openly and proactively Communication
• You listen well, instead of reacting fast, so you can better understand
• You are professional, compassionate, concise and articulate in speech and Writing
• You treat people with respect independent of their status or disagreement with you
• You maintain calm poise in stressful situations Honesty
• You are known for candor and directness with kindness
• You are non-political when you disagree with others
• You only say things about fellow employees you will say to their face and get the right people in the room
• You are quick to admit mistakes Judgment
• You make wise decisions based on our mission (people, technical, process and creative) despite ambiguity
• You identify root causes, and get beyond treating symptoms of problems
• You think strategically, and can articulate what you are, and ore not, trying to do
• You smartly separate what must be done well now, and what can be improved later Courage
• You say what you think in a respectful and compassionate way even if it is controversial
• You make tough decisions without excessive agonizing
• You question actions inconsistent with our values Curiosity
• You learn rapidly and eagerly
• You seek to understand our patients, their concerns
• You are broadly knowledgeable about our specialty and business to understand how your work has an impact
• You contribute effectively outside of your department to all areas Innovation
• You re-conceptualize issues to discover practical solutions to hard problems
• You challenge prevailing assumptions when warranted, and suggest better approaches
• You create new ideas that prove useful
• You keep us evolving by minimizing complexity and finding time to simplify Impact
• You accomplish amazing amounts of important work for patients
• You demonstrate consistently strong performance so colleagues can rely upon you
• You focus on great results rather than on process
• You exhibit bias-to-action, and avoid analysis paralysis

Title:

Medical Assistant Reports to:

Assigned Provider/ Clinical Supervisor Position Role:

Under direct supervision of a licensed Provider the position implements and documents care for the OB/GYN patient population. Assists provider during examinations and limited procedures (IUD removals, Nexplanon insert and removals). This includes select involvement in triaging phone calls, allowing for a deeper focus on continuity of care. Provides patient centered care to our patients and is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within our office. This position organizes and readies for each day's activities. Relies on the direction from provider and performs tasks and completes them in a timely manner. Reports to assigned provider for all clinical direction and to the clinical supervisor/ clinical manager for non-clinical operations (vacation requests, payroll issues, etc).

Practice Operation:

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Retrieve patients from the waiting area and facilitate smooth visit flow
• Administer injections and perform NST setups as needed
• Perform insurance authorization assistance and lab result follow-ups
• Keep exam rooms clean and well-stocked
• Support front/ business office as needed
• Minimal triage call responsibilities including delivering lab results and prescription follow-ups and minimal procedure set ups
• Maintain all MA competencies (vitals, injections, fetal monitoring, infection control, cleaning logs, autoclaves)
• Keeping proper and complete documentation of patient communication Additional Responsibilities
• Work in a team environment in a fast-paced medical practice
• Participate in ongoing quality assurance as appropriate
• Communication among staff and medical assistants through routing scheduled meetings
• Keeps the Providers and Administrators informed regarding clinical staff issues, plans, and progress.

Working Environment:

• Physical Demands o Lifting Requirements § 0-40 pounds o Frequency of lifting § 20-45% of the time o Average percent of time during regular shift devoted to: standing, walking, bending, reaching, and sitting § 90% o Ability to grasp with both hands, pinch with thumb and forefinger turn with hand/arm and reach above shoulder height § 90% o Ability to speak on the telephone and write simultaneously o Ability to operate telephone system, simple lab equipment, computer system • Visual, Hearing, Dexterity and Mental Demands o

Vision :

Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job such as reading medical equipment and computer terminal o

Hearing:

Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job such as answering the telephone o

Speaking:

Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job such as communicating via telephone and in person for the purpose of relaying necessary medical information o

Dexterity:

Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job as it relates to performing simple procedures and cleaning o

Mental Demands:

Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job such as pressure to maintain patient flow, dealing with patients and guests under stress Working Conditions

• Position requires work in normal office environment 100% of the time. Exposure to bio-hazardous materials and medical chemicals possible. Qualifications
• High school diploma
• Prior experience in a clinical setting, preferred 1+ year OB/GYN experience

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.89 - $26.45 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): If selected for an interview are you willing to participate in a video interview process?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person