What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical assistant medical position at Mercy?
Mercy Clinic Dermatology is seeking a full-time (40 hours a week) Medical Assistant to join our team.
- Clinic Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education
- Health / Dental / Vision available after day one
- Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA
- Paid parental leave for new parents
- 401k with employer match
- Paid PTO for volunteering
- Competitive salary
- Future career growth!
Overview :
- Prepares patient for visit with provider by completing Advanced Standard room process including entering the chief complaint;
- taking patient vital signs; reviewing patient history and allergies; completing a thorough medication reconciliation; working the Encounter Guide including helping to close any open care gaps such as fall risk, depression screening, breast cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, and diabetic eye exams;
rechecking elevated blood pressures; and completing needed documentation in Epic for yearly preventative visits as needed.
- Assists with any needed in-office testing including, but not limited to, drawing blood, completing mental status exams, EKG's, walking oxygen studies and point of care testing.
- Administer vaccines and other injections within scope of practice.
- Schedules follow up appointments when needed per office policy.
- Collaborates with providers and clinical care team to monitor and coordinate delivery of the care plan.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Primary Care Assistant - Medical Assistant :
Education : High School Diploma or GED.
Certification : Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Experience : 6 months of clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office. Phlebotomy experience highly desired.
Primary Care - Certified Medical Assistant : Education : High School Diploma or GED.
Certification : Must have active Medical Assistant certification / registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA). Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
LPN Qualifications :
Education : Diploma in Practical Nursing
Licensure : Active LPN licensure
Preferred Experience : 6 months clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office
If you are selected for an interview, you will receive an email invitation (from a Modern Hire email address) to self-schedule.
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Last updated : 2024-05-15
