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Clinic Medical Assistant- Full-Time
Location:
Mendenhall, MS
Description:
At Simpson General Hospital (SGH), we pride ourselves in providing high quality healthcare in a hometown environment! Job title: Medical Assistant Work Location: SGH Medical Clinic (Mendenhall, MS) Reports to: Clinic Director Job Type: Full Time Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Experience MA certification Certifications as required, based on area of work, such as BLS (Required) Patient Charting/Medical Record Documentation: 1(+) year (Preferred) Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required) Associates Degree (Preferred) Schedule: Days (Monday - Friday) 8:00am - 5:00pm Work Remotely: No Position Summary: Under the direction of a licensed medical provider, the Medical Assistant (MA) assists in the examination and treatment of patients. Job Duties Include: Perform patient interviews. Prepare patients for provider's care. Measure vital signs, observes and reports patient's signs and symptoms and records information in the patient chart. Prepare treatment rooms for patient examination. Provide basic first aid Perform basic laboratory procedures and/or collect routine laboratory specimens within the scope of practice. Assist with patient ambulation and use of assistive devices. Maintain complete and accurate patient records. Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with healthcare procedures and regulations. Adhere to infection-control protocols. Adhere to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Monitor and coordinate maintenance of equipment operation and inventory. Adapt and support changes in a positive and professional manner. Subject to irregular hours. May be required to wear personal protective equipment as directed. Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Participates in plan of care that is individualized for the patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team Performs appropriate treatments; within the scope of the MA; as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner Reviews, documents and carries out all orders and patient/family education in a timely manner. Participates in admission, discharge and transfer process within the MA scope of practice Delivers care with appropriate age and cultural competence to specific patient populations Provides individualized patient/family education customized to the patient and his/her family Timely reporting and documentation of unexpected or adverse events. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures according to adult resuscitation and advanced life support protocols Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and facility staff Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel in a timely manner Maintains current competency in MA specialty by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies Administer and document treatments Dispense medications following policies and procedures and complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner Educate and instruct patients and family members on discharge instructions and home care needs Provides mentoring, coaching and teaching to other staff as required Adapts and supports change in a positive and professional manner. Cooperates with peers and supports group decisions. Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff Basic computer skills Professional, friendly attitude Excellent bedside manner In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures Working knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Responsible and compassionate Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills Excellent problem-solving skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices Physical Requirements: The MA must have the ability to move around freely, walk and stand for long periods of time; u se stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; bend or twist their body; u nderstand the speech of another person and speak clearly so listeners can understand; and see details of objects that are less than a few feet away and at a distance.
Company:
Simpson General Hospital
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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Clinic Medical Assistant- Full-Time is a Nurse & Healthcare Medical Assistant Job at Simpson General Hospital located in Mendenhall MS. Find other listings like Clinic Medical Assistant- Full-Time by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Medical Assistant Jobs.
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