What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant III - Endo & Diabetes Interested in working for MaineHealth position at MaineHealth?
Summary
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Position Summary
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The Medical Assistant (MA) is assigned duties and responsibilities related to patient care in a team-based ambulatory practice environment. The MA functions under the license of the provider when performing clinical and other patient care tasks. The MA must demonstrate competency in all skills related to the performance of patient care within their scope of practice and according to organizational policies, accrediting and licensing bodies.
General Summary for Leads: An incumbent who functions in a lead capacity for a group of 5 or more employees. The Lead does not have full formal supervisory authority for staff; however, in order to complete the daily routine of a busy practice setting must be able to schedule and control the daily working arrangements for a specified group of employees. Working lead with approximately 10%-25% time dedicated to lead responsibilities.
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Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
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Education: Applicants must have graduated with an Associates Degree in Medical Assisting from an accredited college or a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program, and completed 160 hours' clinical experience acquired through an externship or working as a medical assistant OR.
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License/Certifications: Current BLS required.
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Experience: See "Education." Credentialed and have a minimum of 1 year clinical Medical Assisting experience in a multi-physician medical practice preferred. Other relevant clinical experience will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
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Coordinates schedules including time away, coverage and call (if applicable).
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Maintain personal and professional records that include evaluation and validation of clinical competence/proficiency, continuing education, and any certification or verification of special skill sets.
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Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing and medical care coordination.
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Ability to maintain a professional manner.
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Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
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Proficient computer skills and superuser of the electronic medical record.
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Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures.
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With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, youll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.