Medical Assistant - CMA/RMA - Full Time - Neurology

Sheffield, OH

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Responsible for assisting physicians with patient care which will include checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room/assisting patients as needed, collecting patient histories, performing screenings per guidelines, assisting physicians/nurses with various procedures; charting, relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls and providing pertinent information.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Complies with all HIPAA and OSHA regulations and policies.
Provides basic patient care as ordered.
Promotes wellness by providing education materials, communicating physician advice/instructions.
Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines, and confidentiality policies.
Maintains examination rooms including cleaning exam/procedure rooms between patient visits. Stocks necessary supplies (medical and radiologic) as required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols.
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records.
Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques.
Skill in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace and confidentiality methods.
Skill in health information management by appropriately charting patient data.
Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
Ability to plan, prioritize and complete delegated tasks.
Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.
Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with physicians, co-workers, patients and patients’ families.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma, some college preferred.
Graduate of medical assisting program preferred.
Minimum of one year work experience in public contact job, preferably medical office environment.
Maintains CPR certification.
Certified or Registered Medical Assistant certification required or must be able to attain certification within 90 days of hire.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Combination of office and exam offices. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations. Hepatitis B vaccination and TB test required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

Varied activities including sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, reaching. Occasional stress from workload. Must be able to use a variety of office equipment including phone, writing instruments, PC, fax and medical equipment including stethoscope, Xray machine, eye washing equipment, blood pressure cuff.

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Medical Assistant - CMA/RMA - Full Time - Neurology

Medical Assistant - CMA/RMA - Full Time - Neurology

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

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