Certified Medical Assistant, Orthopedics (Falmouth)
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Overview
Under the direction of the supervising provider to provide the highest standards of support to the MACC practice. Delivers excellent customer service to patients through participation in a medical care team. Demonstrates a high level of competence with support in accordance with MACC’s policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
* Assists in providing clinical care to office patients as delegated by supervising provider
* Manages provider’s daily schedule and patient flow to expedite care and maximize clinical time
* Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms, and checks two-patient identifiers
* Communicates status of delegated task completion to supervising provider
* Obtains relevant information and takes vital signs as indicated (i.e. height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation)
* Inputs pertinent clinical information into the electronic health record timely and with accuracy and collects home medication lists
* Assists clinicians with clinical procedures and/or additional tests specific to the department. Keeps patients informed of visit status, unforeseen delays and other relevant information pertaining to the patient’s visit
* Prepare and maintain exam rooms for patient arrivals. Clean and/or maintain inventory of supplies (medical included) and equipment throughout the practice. Notifies supervisor to order clinical supplies, clinical equipment and pharmaceuticals as appropriate
* Under the supervision of a provider, administers routine injections when delegated, and documents in real time and with accuracy
* Participates in practice and department meetings, trainings, etc. to promote continuous improvement of quality patient care
* Takes initiative to learn, understand, and stay current with community resources and the greater healthcare system
* Maintains patient rights and abides by all confidentiality obligations pursuant to CCHC and HIPAA
* Provides clerical/office support as necessary (i.e. scheduling appointments, greeting and registering patients, scanning incoming medical records and paperwork, preparing medical records, answering phone calls and taking messages, faxing, etc.)
* Ability to float to other MACC practices when required
* Performs other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested
* Ability to read, write and communicate in English
Qualifications
* Medical Assistant - Certification
* Completion of a post-secondary medical assisting program
* Basic Life Support Certification for Health Care Providers
* Strong interpersonal, customer service, time management skills
* Experience with current office technology, proficient with computer office applications (Electronic Medical/Health Records, MS Office, etc.)
* Minimum of two years’ experience in a clinical setting preferred
Details
Schedule: 32/40 Flex hours per week, Mon-Fri, Shifts: 8a-4p, 8:30a-4:30p or 9a-5p. No Weekends & No Holidays.
Organization: Medical Affiliates of Cape Cod
Primary Location: Massachusetts-Falmouth
Department: MAC-Orthopedics
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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