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Sutter Bay Medical Foundation
Medical Assistant II - SMSHCC Surgical Oncology - Thoracic Surgery / Complex Surgery
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What they do
A Surgical Assistant assists in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.
$57,167 / year median in California
+15% projected growth
Job Description
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SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation Position Overview:
Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office and patient-related tasks supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician.Job Description :
MEDICAL SERVICES
Manages rooming and patient flow by preparing and escorting patients to examination rooms. Provides clinical support and patient care by obtaining appropriate identification and medical information from the patient and/or their family/support team. Performs vital signs, tests and collects/prepares specimens according to clinician orders. Supports physicians and patient care team to perform medical procedures and patient examinations by preparing the room, equipment, instruments and/or supplies appropriate for the exam/procedure. Administers treatments, injections, and skin tests, and collects patient specimens as directed by a physician. Maintains equipment and understands procedures and treatments performed by clinicians. Mentors and fosters a constructive learning environment that helps students and new medical assistants build confidence in their skills, knowledge, and abilities.CLERICAL
Performs general clerical tasks: answers phones and relates messages as appropriate; retrieves, enters, updates and transcribes patient data in the electronic health record system (eHR); reviews and revises patient appointments. Prepares and completes accurate documentation related to patient care, including healthcare activities, administration of medications and communication with patients. Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames. SAFETY Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment and exams rooms after each visit. Inspects and calibrates equipment accordingly for proper operation and records the quality control (QC) results, reporting any malfunctions to the supervisor.COMPLIANCE
- Maintains strictest confidence of all patient protected health information (PHI) and protects all PHI from accidental, intentional, or inappropriate disclosure.
- Performs quality care in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of patient privacy and care.
- Prepares, administers, and documents medications and treatments in accordance with state and federal regulations.