Medical Assistant - Neurology North

Company: Integris
Location: Haltom City
Posted on: August 23, 2020

Job Description:

INTEGRIS has the most expansiveclinical network in Oklahoma that provides medical care for all ages. Ourclinics embrace our values of Love, Learn and Lead with our vision to be themost trusted name in health care for Oklahoma. Come work in a positive team environment with our growingNeurology clinic that has a new position working with Dr. Salins at Baptist Medical Centerand earngreat benefits including personal paid leave and retirement savings plan. Clinic hours Monday - Friday 8a to 5pMedical Assistant - Full TimeJob Code: 2316Maybe filled with a MA Senior (2309)Position Summary:The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care by taking vitals, patient history, venipuncture, lab, x-ray, referrals, and patient phone messages as directed by the provider and/or clinical supervisor. This position requires population specific competencies. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires.INTEGRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.Essential Functions:The Medical Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:* Gathers and documents information about patient condition, which include lab values, pain levels, patient education needs, nutritional status and potential complications* Contributes to the assessment/re-assessment of patients* Monitors and documents patient status* Participates in the development of the plan of care, including implementation and evaluation of appropriate patient care interventions which may include medication administration (exclusive of narcotics)* Manages large call volume while maintaining excellent telephone etiquette* Organizes workflow to meet patient needs in a timely manner* As needed by patient contact level, adheres to National Governing Board and Patient Safety Goals* May retrieve and transport medicationsAccountability:Reports to assigned director, manager, supervisor or lead.Required Physical Demands (Subject to Reasonable Accommodation):Keyboarding/Dexterity: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the timeStanding/Walking: Frequently; activity exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the timeStrength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Medium (Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects)Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): YesSeeing: YesHearing: YesColor Acuity (Must be able to distinguish and identify colors): YesThis position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information.Environmental Conditions:Moderate exposure to hazardous risks, including potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, chemicals. Must follow standard precautions.All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.Qualifications:* High school diploma or equivalent* Current nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification/registration, or the ability to obtain certification/registration within 120 days of hire;OR* The ABR-OE (Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry) or other nationally recognized credentialing allowing for electronic medical heath record (EHR) order entry; or the ability to obtain within sixty (60) days of hire.AND* 6 months customer service experience preferred* CPR certification within 90 days of employment* Must be able to communicate effectively in English (Verbal/Written)MA Senior - 2309 qualifications:* High school diploma or equivalent* Current nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification/registration;OR* The ABR-OE (Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry) or other nationallyrecognized credentialing allowing for electronic medical heath record (EHR)order entry.AND* 3 years as a clinic Medical Assistant in an ambulatory setting* 3 years direct customer service experience, 3 years telephone customerservice experience preferred* CPR certification within 90 days of employment* Validation of competency in medication and administration* Demonstration of core competencies will be completed within 90 days* Must be able to communicate effectively in English (Verbal/Written)For current Deaconess incumbent(s) only at the time of acquisition (10/1/2018)For Deaconess Only:* High School diploma or equivalent preferredIMG Float Pool: This job requires the incumbents to operate an INTEGRIS-owned vehicle OR personal vehicle (non INTEGRIS-owned) and therefore must have a current Drivers License from the state of residence, as well as a driving record which is acceptable to our insurance carrier.

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