What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant- Lebanon General Surgery- M-F, 8-5 position at Mercy?
Monday-Friday, 8a-5p full time,
Mercy Lebanon Clinic- General Surgery
Key Benefits:
- Entry level!
- Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education
- Health/Dental/Vision available after day one
- Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible dependent care FSA
- Paid parental leave for new parents
- 401K with employer match
- Paid PTO for volunteering
- Competitive salary
- Future career growth
Overview:
Assists the physician and office staff with selected duties to include clerical processing, patient preparation, scheduling, lab, x-ray and medical records. As directed, performs patient care activities consistent with the established standards of nursing practice. The incumbent in this position shall carry out his or her responsibilities and integrate into his or her work ethic the Mercy Philosophy of caring for the sick and suffering, respect for human life and the dignity of each person, applying Christian values to all crucial human issues in the area over which he or she has responsibility. In communicating with patients, families, visitors and employees, a caring, friendly, personal and professional approach is expected. Performs related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Knowledge of medical practice, care, examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
- Knowledge of medical equipment, instruments and safety procedures. Knowledge of medical office procedures.
- Experience: Must have computer experience and good communication skills.
- Certifications: Obtain CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
- Other: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments, medications, taking vital signs, maintaining records, recording test results and office procedures.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Must be able to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and policies.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff and the public.
- Equipment Used: Must be able to operate multi-line phone, fax and computer.
- Preferred Experience: One year medical office experience preferred.
- Preferred Certifications:
- Medical Assistant certification from one of the approved certifying bodies:
- AMT (American Medical Technologist)
- AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants)
- NCCT (competency examination).
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
- Education:
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